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CTX870IN-E-1A
USER’S GUIDE
Safety Precautions
Before trying to use the Digital Keyboard, be sure to read the separate “Safety Precautions”.
Please keep all information for future reference.
CT
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X870IN
About Music Score data
You can use a computer to download music score data from the CASIO Website. For more information, visit the
URL below.
http://world.casio.com/
MA1712-A Printed in China
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CTX870IN-E-1A.indd 1 2017/12/18 15:24:54

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Casio CT-X870IN Specifications

General IconGeneral
Number of Keys61
Touch Response3 sensitivity levels, off
Maximum Polyphony64
Tones600
MetronomeYes
SamplingYes
Auto AccompanimentYes
Lesson FunctionYes
Music PresetYes
One Touch PresetYes
Amp Output6W + 6W
DisplayLCD
Weight4.5 kg
EffectsReverb, Chorus, DSP
RecorderYes
Speakers2
Power SupplyAC adapter or 6 AA batteries
TerminalsUSB
Included AccessoriesAC adapter, music rest

Summary

Safety Precautions

About Music Score Data

Declaration of Conformity

Connecting External Devices

Computer Connectivity and MIDI Settings

Connect keyboard to computer for MIDI exchange and configure settings.

Reference

Troubleshooting and Error Indicators

Solutions for common issues, error messages, and their causes.

Specifications and Operating Precautions

Details on keyboard features, requirements, and safe usage.

Appendix

Song, Drum, Fingering, and Chord Lists

Reference lists for songs, drum kits, fingerings, and chords.

MIDI Implementation Chart

General Guide

Control Panel Overview and Display Information

Explanation of buttons, knobs, display indicators, and input methods.

Key Navigation, Categories, and Factory Defaults

Using keys for navigation, category selection, and resetting settings.

Getting Ready to Play

Music Stand and Power Supply

Setting up the music stand and connecting power via adaptor or batteries.

Playing the Digital Keyboard

Power On, Playback, and Headphones

Steps to start playing, adjust volume, and use headphones.

Auto Power Off Functionality

Explanation of automatic power-off and how to disable it.

Touch Response and Display Contrast

Adjusting key sensitivity and display brightness.

Metronome and Tempo Settings

Configuring metronome beats and adjusting tempo.

Controlling the Keyboard Sounds

Tone Selection, PianoOrgan Modes, LayeringSplitting

Choosing tones, switching modes, and combining/dividing sounds.

Layering Two Tones Simultaneously

Instructions for combining two different tones.

Splitting Keyboard and Adjusting Split Point

Assigning different tones to keyboard ranges and adjusting the split point.

Reverb and Chorus Effects

Applying echo, spatial, and depth effects to the sound.

Equalizer and Pedal Unit Usage

Adjusting sound quality with equalizer and using a pedal unit.

Changing Pitch (Transpose, Tuning, Octave Shift)

Adjusts pitch using semitone steps, fine tuning, and octave shifts.

Pitch Bend Wheel Usage

Shifting pitch smoothly using the pitch bend wheel.

Playing Built-in Songs

Playing Demo Songs

Listening to pre-programmed demonstration songs.

Playing Specific Songs and Playback Control

Selecting songs, pausing, skipping, and controlling playback.

Repeating Specific Measures for Practice

Repeating sections of a song for focused practice.

Adjusting Playback Speed, Volume, and Tone Sync

Changing tempo, balancing volumes, and syncing tone with songs.

Increasing Song Selection via USB

Loading external song data to expand the song library.

Playing Back Data from a USB Flash Drive

Using Built-in Songs to Master Keyboard Play

Practice Modes Overview and Selection

Introduction to Easy Mode, Step Lesson, and No Guidance Play.

Selecting Songs and Parts for Practice

Choosing songs and specific hands for practice sessions.

Step Lessons 1 & 2: Listening and Guided Play

Familiarize with songs by listening and follow guidance to play.

Step Lessons 3 & Playing Without Guidance

Play songs recalling learned notes or without any guidance.

Dividing Songs into Phrases for Practice

Splitting songs into short phrases for focused practice.

Lesson Settings: Turning Off Guides

Disabling Voice Fingering Guide and Next Note Guide.

Performance Evaluation and Phrase Length Settings

Turning off scoring and changing practice phrase lengths.

Simplifying Accompaniment for Lessons

Making accompaniment easier to hear during lessons.

Using Auto Accompaniment

Rhythm Part Only and Full Accompaniment

Playing basic rhythms and adding chords for accompaniment.

Chord Input Modes

Selecting how chords are interpreted for accompaniment.

CASIO CHORD Fingerings

Using simplified fingerings for major, minor, and seventh chords.

FINGERED Chord Methods and Pattern Variations

Using FINGERED methods and playing intro/ending/fill-in patterns.

Auto Accompaniment Intros, Fill-ins, and Endings

Playing introductory, transitional, and concluding phrases.

Synchro StartStop and One-Touch Presets

Starting/stopping accompaniment with keys and using preset configurations.

Rhythm Management (IncreasingDeleting)

Transferring and removing rhythm data from memory.

Using Music Preset

Using Auto Harmonize

Auto Harmonize Function and Types

Adding harmony to melodies and selecting harmony types.

Using the Arpeggiator

Arpeggiator Functionality and Types

Playing automatic arpeggio patterns and selecting pattern types.

Sustaining Arpeggios (Hold)

Keeping arpeggio patterns playing after releasing keys.

Looking Up Chords (Chord Book)

Specifying Chord Details and Sounding with Accompaniment

Selecting chord root/type and playing accompaniment.

Saving Keyboard Setups to Registration Memory

Saving and Recalling Registration Memory Setups

Storing and recalling custom keyboard settings into memory banks.

Disabling Overwrite of Specific Settings (Freeze)

Preventing specific settings from being overwritten during recall.

Recording Your Keyboard Play

Recording and Playing Back Keyboard Performance

Recording own performances and playing them back.

Overdubbing Recorded Tracks

Adding multiple layers of recorded keyboard performance.

Recording to Multiple Tracks and Muting Tracks

Recording onto different tracks and silencing tracks.

Changing Recording TrackSong and Recording with Lessons

Modifying recording settings and recording during lessons.

Deleting Recorded Songs and Tracks

Removing unwanted songs or specific tracks from memory.

Saving Recorded Data to External Device

Transferring recorded data to a computer for storage.

FUNCTION Button (23) Functions

Selecting Functions and Pitch Settings

Navigating functions and adjusting pitch (transpose, octave).

Tempo, Metronome, Reverb, Chorus, and Lesson Settings

Configuring tempo, metronome, reverb, chorus, and lesson guides.

Performance Evaluation, Phrase Length, and Scale Settings

Adjusting performance scoring, phrase length, and keyboard scale.

Scale for Accompaniments and On-screen Keyboard Display

Applying scale to accompaniments and changing on-screen keyboard appearance.

Deleting All Data in Digital Keyboard Memory

USB Flash Drive Operations

USB Drive Overview and Precautions

Supported functions and important handling guidelines for USB drives.

Connecting, Detaching, and Formatting USB Drives

Procedure for inserting, removing, and formatting USB drives.

Loading and Saving Data tofrom USB Flash Drive

Transferring data between keyboard memory and a USB drive.

Renaming and Deleting Data on USB Flash Drive

Changing file names and removing files from a USB drive.

Connecting External Devices

Computer Connectivity Requirements

Connecting to computer and minimum system requirements.

Connecting Keyboard to Computer and MIDI Settings

Detailed steps for computer connection and MIDI configuration.

Local Control, Accomp Out, and Memory Data Transfer

Settings for external control, data transfer, and supported types.

Audio Equipment and External Device Input

Connecting to audio gear and inputting external device sound.

Center Cancel (Vocal Cut) Function

Muting or minimizing vocals from an external audio input.

Reference (Continued)

Troubleshooting Sound, Playback, and Display Issues

Solutions for problems related to sound, playback, and screen display.

Troubleshooting Notes, Operation, and Computer Connection Issues

Resolving issues with notes, operations, and PC data exchange.

Error Indicators and Causes

Explanation of error messages and their corresponding causes.

InputsOutputs, Power, and Dimensions

Details on ports, power supply, speakers, and physical size.

Location, Maintenance, and Accessories

Guidelines on product placement, cleaning, and accessory usage.

Musical Instrument Etiquette

Advice on considerate playing practices and volume levels.

Appendix (Continued)

Song List (Categorized)

Categorized list of all built-in songs for practice and enjoyment.

Drum Assignment List (Standard Sets)

Mapping of keys to drum sounds across standard drum kits.

Fingering Guide (Fingered Chords)

Visual guide for playing chords using FINGERED modes.

Chord Example List

Examples of chord voicings for various roots and types.

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