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Casio CTK-558

Casio CTK-558
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Casio CTK-558 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Number of Keys61
TypeKeyboard
Rhythms100
Song BankYes
SpeakersYes
EffectsReverb
ConnectionsHeadphones

Summary

Auto Accompaniment

Selecting a Rhythm

Procedure to select one of the 100 available rhythms.

Playing a Rhythm

Steps to start and stop rhythm playback.

Adjusting the Tempo

How to adjust the tempo for rhythm and song bank playback.

Using Auto Accompaniment

Steps to use the Auto Accompaniment feature.

CASIO CHORD

CASIO CHORD Accompaniment Keyboard and Melody Keyboard

Explanation of the accompaniment and melody keyboard layout.

Chord Types

Details on playing Major, Minor, and Seventh chords.

FINGERED

FINGERED Accompaniment Keyboard and Melody Keyboard

Description of the fingered accompaniment keyboard.

Using a Fill-in Pattern

Synchro Starting Accompaniment with Rhythm Play

Adjusting the Accompaniment Volume

Using the Song Bank

To pause Song Bank tune play

Procedure to pause and resume Song Bank playback.

To play back a Song Bank tune

Steps to select and play a Song Bank tune.

To fast reverse during playback

How to use the fast reverse function for playback.

To fast forward during playback

How to use the fast forward function for playback.

Adjusting the Tempo of a Song Bank Tune

How to adjust the tempo for Song Bank tunes.

To Change the Tone of a Song Bank Tunes Melody

Playing Along with a Song Bank Tune

Applause Sound

To consecutively play back all Song Bank tunes

Using the Chord Book

What is a chord?

Basic definition of a chord.

Chord Names

How chords are named using letters and symbols.

Inverted Forms

Explanation of different ways to play the same chord.

To Look Up a Chord Using the Chord Book

Step-by-step guide to using the Chord Book feature.

Chord Name Modifier Keys

Transposing the Keyboard

Tuning the Keyboard

Using Touch Response

Using the PITCH BEND Wheel

MIDI

What Is MIDI?

Explanation of Musical Instrument Digital Interface.

MIDI Connections

How to connect MIDI devices using MIDI cables.

MIDI Channels

How MIDI channels are used for data exchange.

General MIDI

Explanation of the General MIDI standard.

Messages

Details on MIDI messages like NOTE ON/OFF and PROGRAM CHANGE.

Troubleshooting

Problem: No keyboard Sound

Actions to take if there is no sound from the keyboard.

Problem: Power is not turned on.

Troubleshooting steps for the instrument not turning on.

Problem: Volume setting is too low.

How to increase the keyboard volume.

Problem: Auto Accompaniment does not sound.

Steps to ensure Auto Accompaniment plays.

Problem: Missing Song Bank tune.

Troubleshooting if a Song Bank tune is not found.

Changing MIDI Settings

Specifications

Problem

No sound is produced when playing MIDI data from a computer.

Actions for no sound when using MIDI with a computer.

Playing on the keyboard produces an unnatural sound when connected to a computer.

Troubleshooting unnatural sounds from computer connections.

Welcome...

Important!

GUIDELINES LAID DOWN BY FCC RULES FOR USE OF THE UNIT IN THE U.S.A.

Introduction

100 tones

Description of the 100 available tones.

100 rhythms

Description of the 100 available rhythms.

Auto Accompaniment

Explanation of the Auto Accompaniment feature.

100-tune Song Bank

Overview of the 100-tune Song Bank.

Musical Information System

Information about the LCD display system.

MIDI compatibility

Details on connecting to other MIDI devices.

Symbols

Safety Precautions

WARNING

CAUTION

Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Precautions

Care of your keyboard

Avoid heat, humidity or direct sunlight.

Environmental conditions to avoid for the keyboard.

Do not use near a TV or radio.

Advice on avoiding interference with electronic devices.

Avoid use in areas subjected to temperature extremes.

Impact of temperature extremes on the LCD display.

General Guide

Rear Panel

Description of the rear panel terminals and connections.

Song Bank Quick Reference Overview

Quick reference for using the Song Bank feature.

Display Usage Overview

Explanation of the keyboard's display elements.

Detailed Display Explanation

Song Bank Playback Guide

To play back a Song Bank tune

Steps to select and play a Song Bank tune.

Power Supply

Using batteries

Instructions for loading and replacing batteries.

Important Battery Information

Details on battery life and symptoms of low power.

Using the AC Adaptor

Instructions and warnings for using the AC adaptor.

Auto Power Off

Explanation of the auto power off feature.

Basic Operations

To play the keyboard

Steps to turn on and play the keyboard.

Selecting a Tone

Procedure to select one of the 100 built-in tones.

Combination tones

Explanation of layered, split, and percussion tones.

Sound Effect Tones

Information on using sound effect tones.

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