Casio CTK-671

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Casio CTK-671 Specifications

General

Number of Keys	61
Rhythms	100
Display	LCD
Effects	Reverb, Chorus
MIDI	Yes
MIDI In/Out	Yes
Weight	4.2 kg
Lesson Function	Yes
Power Supply	AC Adapter or Batteries
Speakers	2 (2.5W each)
Polyphony	32 notes

Summary

Welcome and Important Safety Information

Key Safety Precautions

Crucial safety warnings and guidelines before using the product for the first time.

Introduction to the Keyboard

Keyboard Features Overview

Details on tones, rhythms, Auto Accompaniment, display, and memory functions.

General MIDI and Effects Capabilities

Mixer and Registration Memory Functions

Data Download Service

Safety Precautions and Symbols

Understanding Safety Symbols

Explanation of hazard, warning, and prohibition symbols used in the manual.

Critical Safety Warnings

AC Adaptor and Battery Safety Precautions

Detailed safety warnings for AC adaptor and battery handling to prevent hazards.

Product Handling and Usage Safety

Environmental and Usage Safety Guidelines

Precautions regarding product disposal, water, disassembly, impact, plastic bags, and location.

Additional Safety and Maintenance Advice

AC Adaptor, Cleaning, and Battery Precautions

Safety advice for AC adaptor use, cleaning, and battery handling.

Connector and Location Safety

Precautions for connector use and risks associated with product location.

Keyboard Operation and Physical Safety

Display Screen and Sound Volume Safety

Handling the display screen and safe listening volume levels.

Physical Safety and Stand Assembly

Precautions regarding heavy objects and correct stand assembly.

Battery Power Indicators

Symptoms indicating low battery power and when to replace.

Caring for Your Instrument

Instrument Care and Cleaning Guidelines

Advice on avoiding environmental factors and proper cleaning methods.

General Guide to Keyboard Layout

Keyboard Controls and Display Diagram

Diagram identifying main controls and display elements on the keyboard.

Keyboard Controls and Rear Panel Details

Control Identification and Functions

Detailed list of buttons, sliders, and terminals with their functions.

Score Stand Attachment Instructions

Instructions for attaching the music stand to the keyboard.

Understanding the Keyboard Display

Display Indicators and Information

Explanation of indicators and information shown on the keyboard display.

Display Details and Demo Tunes

Tempo, Level Meter, and Chord Display

Details on tempo, recording indicators, level meter, and chord display.

Playing Demo Tunes

How to start, stop, and skip demo tunes.

Power Supply and Battery Management

Loading and Using Batteries

Step-by-step guide for inserting batteries and important usage precautions.

Battery Life and Symptoms

Approximate battery life, low battery indicators, and essential handling precautions.

AC Adaptor and Auto Power Off

AC Adaptor Usage and Precautions

Instructions and safety warnings for using the AC adaptor.

Auto Power Off Feature Control

Explanation of Auto Power Off function and how to disable it.

Memory, Power, and Initialization

Memory Retention and Power Loss Effects

How settings and memory are affected by power supply.

Initializing the Keyboard to Factory Defaults

Procedure to reset the keyboard to its initial factory settings.

Connecting Audio Devices

Audio Output and Connection Examples

How to connect headphones, audio equipment, and amplifiers.

MIDI and Computer Connectivity Note

Note on connecting to computers/sequencers via MIDI.

Pedal and Accessory Functions

SustainAssignable Jack Terminal

Details on the terminal and its capabilities for pedals.

Pedal Functionality Explained

Explanation of Sustain, Sostenuto, Soft, and Rhythm Start/Stop pedal operations.

Basic Keyboard Operations

Playing the Keyboard and Selecting Tones

Steps to play the keyboard and select tones.

Advanced Tones and Sound Characteristics

Using Advanced Tones

How to select and use advanced tones, their variations, and selection notes.

Polyphony and Digital Sampling

Explanation of polyphony limits and digital sampling for tone quality.

Applying Tonal Effects

Effect Blocks Overview

Diagram showing how Reverb, Chorus, and DSP effects are organized.

Selecting Reverb and Chorus Effects

Steps to select and activate Reverb and Chorus effects.

Adjusting Reverb and Chorus Parameters

Reverb and Chorus Parameter Details

Description of parameters for Reverb and Chorus effects.

Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Effects

Selecting and Setting DSP Types

Guide to selecting DSP types and adjusting basic parameters.

DSP Parameter Adjustment

Detailed steps for changing DSP parameters and algorithm settings.

Saving DSP Effect Settings

Saving DSP Parameters to User Area

Procedure for saving modified DSP settings for later recall.

Equalizer Settings

Selecting Equalizer Types

How to choose from 10 equalizer types.

Adjusting Equalizer Band Gain

Steps to adjust the volume of each of the four equalizer bands.

Auto Accompaniment Guide

Selecting and Playing Rhythms

How to choose rhythms and start playing them.

Adjusting Rhythm Tempo

Changing the tempo for rhythms and auto-accompaniment.

Auto Accompaniment and Chord Playing

Using Auto Accompaniment

Steps to activate and play Auto Accompaniment with selected rhythms.

Casio Chord Playing Method

Explanation of the Casio Chord method for playing chords easily.

Fingered Chord Playing Method

Fingered Chord Explanation

Details on the Fingered method, accompaniment keyboard, and melody keyboard.

Full Range Chord and Intro Patterns

Full Range Chord Method

How the full range chord method works for playing chords.

Inserting Intro Patterns

Steps to insert an intro pattern for smoother rhythm startup.

Rhythm Variations and Synchro Start

Using Fill-in and Rhythm Variation

How to insert fill-in patterns and switch rhythm variations.

Synchro Start for Accompaniment

Setting up accompaniment to start automatically with rhythm play.

Performance Finishing and Presets

Ending Patterns and One-Touch Presets

How to add ending patterns and use one-touch presets.

Using Auto Harmonize

Adding automatic harmony notes to melodies in Auto Accompaniment.

Auto Harmonize and Accompaniment Volume

Auto Harmonize Tone and Mixer Settings

How Auto Harmonize uses tones and mixer settings.

Adjusting Accompaniment Volume

How to adjust the volume of accompaniment parts.

Mixer Functionality

Channel Assignments Overview

Table showing parts assigned to each of the 16 mixer channels.

Turning Channels On and Off

How to mute instruments by turning channels on or off.

Mixer Parameter Editing

Understanding Channel OnOff Status

Explanation of how channel on/off status affects sound output.

Entering Parameter Edit Mode

Steps to enter Parameter Edit Mode to change channel settings.

Mixer Parameter Details

Tone, Tuning, and Effect Parameters

Details on Tone, Tuning, and Effect parameters within the Mixer.

Synthesizer Mode for Tone Creation

Synthesizer Mode Overview

Introduction to creating original tones using synthesizer parameters.

Tone Waveform and Volume Parameters

Parameters controlling tone waveform and volume over time.

Synthesizer Parameters and User Tone Storage

Tone Pitch and Characteristic Settings

Parameters for tone pitch, level, touch sense, and effects.

Saving User Tones to Memory

Procedure for saving created user tones into memory.

Creating and Editing User Tones

User Tone Creation Procedure

Step-by-step guide to selecting a preset tone and modifying parameters.

User Tone Parameter Details

Explanation of parameters like Attack Time, Release Time, and Vibrato.

Detailed Synthesizer Parameters

Vibrato, Resonance, Level, and Touch Parameters

Details on Vibrato, Resonance, Level, and Touch Sensitivity parameters.

Effect and DSP Parameters

Parameters for Reverb, Chorus, DSP Line, Type, and specific DSP settings.

User Tone Creation and Storage Tips

User Tone Creation Hints

Tips for making user tone creation easier and more creative.

Storing User Tones in Memory

Instructions for saving created user tones for later recall.

Registration Memory Setup

Registration Memory Features and Settings

Overview of what Registration Memory stores and its capabilities.

Initial Settings Data

List of initial tone and rhythm setups stored in registration memory banks.

Managing Registration Memory

Saving Setups to Registration Memory

Steps to select bank, assign setup names, and save settings.

Recalling Setups from Registration Memory

How to select a bank and recall saved registration setups.

Song Memory Functionality

Selecting Tracks and Song Memory Operations

How to select tracks and perform basic song memory operations.

Recording Methods Overview

Introduction to Real-time and Step recording methods.

Real-time Song Recording

Recording Process for Real-time

Step-by-step guide for recording music in real-time.

Track 1 Recording Data

Data recorded to Track 1 during real-time recording.

Song Memory Variations and Mixer Settings

Memory Capacity and Data Storage

Information on memory limits and data retention for songs.

Real-time Recording Variations

Options for recording without rhythm, with synchro start, intros, or endings.

Song Memory Playback and Step Recording

Playing Back Recorded Songs

How to select and play back recorded songs.

Step Recording Chords

Procedure for recording chords and auto-accompaniment step-by-step.

Step Recording Chord Input

Playing and Inputting Chords

Steps to play chords and input their length during step recording.

Specifying Chords in Normal Mode

Method for inputting chords using keyboard keys in Normal Mode.

Step Recording Note and Chord Details

Specifying Note Lengths and Rests

How to specify note lengths, dots, ties, and rests.

Step Recording Variations

Options for intros, variations, fill-ins, endings, and chord input.

Recording Multiple Tracks

Real-time Recording for Tracks 2-6

How to record melody tracks 2-6 using real-time recording.

Step Recording for Tracks 2-6

How to record melody tracks 2-6 using step recording.

Step Recording Contents and Level Meter

Track Contents After Step Recording

Data recorded to tracks after step recording.

Level Meter During RecordingEditing

Using the level meter to check track status during recording or editing.

Correcting Recording Mistakes

Step Recording Mistake Correction

Procedure for moving the input point and correcting data.

Editing Song Memory Contents

Deleting Specific Notes

How to delete individual notes during step recording.

Editing Various Memory Data Types

Recalling and changing notes, chords, tone numbers, rhythms, and controller operations.

Editing Techniques and Operations

Changing Tone, Velocity, Pitch, and Chords

Methods for editing tone numbers, velocity, pitch, and chords.

Changing Rhythm Controller Operations

How to change rhythm controller operations like intros and endings.

Editing and Deleting Songs

Deleting a Song

Procedure for deleting entire recorded songs.

Deleting Specific Tracks

How to select and delete specific tracks from a song.

Rewriting Song Header Data

Panel Record Functionality

Using Panel Record to change initial mixer, tempo, and other header settings.

Keyboard Settings: Layer and Split

Using the Layer Function

How to assign and play two tones simultaneously.

Using the Split Function

How to assign different tones to keyboard ranges.

Splitting the Keyboard and LayerSplit Combinations

Splitting the Keyboard

Steps to split the keyboard and set the split point.

Layer and Split Together

Combining layer and split for complex keyboard setups.

Layering After Splitting and Touch Response

Layering Tones After Splitting

Applying layered tones after the keyboard has been split.

Using Touch Response

Adjusting touch sensitivity for volume changes based on key pressure.

Keyboard Transpose and Tuning

Transposing the Keyboard

How to change the keyboard's key in semitone units.

Tuning the Keyboard

Fine-tuning the keyboard to match other instruments.

Changing Other Settings

Overview of Adjustable Settings

Table listing adjustable settings like Touch Response, Transpose, Tune, Display, MIDI, and Initialize.

Navigating Keyboard Settings Menu

Accessing and Changing Settings

Steps to navigate menus, change values, and apply settings.

Initialize or Delete Procedures

How to perform initialize and delete operations via the settings menu.

Detailed Setting Menu Items

Settings Menu Parameter Details

Table detailing ranges, defaults, and descriptions for various settings.

Introduction to MIDI

Understanding MIDI Basics

Explanation of MIDI, connections, channels, and General MIDI standard.

MIDI Communication

Sending and Receiving MIDI Messages

How the keyboard sends and receives MIDI data.

MIDI Settings and Parameters

Configuration of MIDI parameters like In Chord Judge and Accomp MIDI Out.

Data Download and Computer Connection

Using the CASIO MUSIC SITE

Guide to accessing the website for downloads and software.

Connecting Keyboard to Computer via MIDI

Steps to connect the keyboard to a computer for data transfer.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

No Keyboard Sound or Accompaniment Issues

Solutions for problems like no sound, low volume, or absent accompaniment.

Troubleshooting Other Issues

MIDI and Performance Issues

Solutions for MIDI connection problems, sound mismatch, and performance issues.

Keyboard Specifications

General Specifications

Details on keyboard model, keys, tones, polyphony, effects, and equalizer.

Auto Accompaniment and Memory Functions

Specs for rhythms, tempo, chords, presets, auto harmonize, and memory.

Technical Specifications

Mixer, MIDI, Terminals, and Power

Specifications for mixer channels, MIDI, terminals, power supply, and output.

Dimensions and Weight

Physical specifications including dimensions and weight.

Appendix: Tone Lists

Panel Tones List - Part 1

List of panel tones, numbers, banks, polyphony, and DSP types.

Appendix: Tone Lists - Part 2

Panel Tones List - Part 2

Continuation of panel tones list.

Appendix: Advanced Tones List

Advanced Tones - Part 1

List of advanced tones, numbers, banks, polyphony, DSP types.

Appendix: Advanced Tones List - Part 2

Advanced Tones - Part 2

Continuation of advanced tones list.

Appendix: GM Tones List

GM Tones - Part 1

List of GM tones, numbers, banks, polyphony, DSP types.

Appendix: GM Tones List - Part 2

GM Tones - Part 2

Continuation of GM tones list.

Appendix: User Tones and Drum Sounds

User Tones List

List of user tones, numbers, and banks.

Drum Sounds List

List of drum sound assignments.

Appendix: Drum Assignment List

Drum Sound Assignments

Details on drum sound assignments for each key/note number.

Appendix: Fingered Chord Chart

Fingered Chord Fingerings

Table showing fingerings for commonly used chords, including inversions.

Appendix: Effect Lists

Reverb and Chorus Effect Lists

Lists of available Reverb and Chorus effects with display and type names.

DSP Effect List and Algorithms

Lists of DSP effects, their algorithms, and names.

Appendix: DSP Effect List - Part 2

DSP Algorithm Details

Detailed list of DSP algorithms, IDs, and names.

Appendix: DSP Effect List - Part 3

DSP Algorithm Parameters (Auto Pan to Auto Wah)

Parameters for Auto Pan, Tremolo, 2-Band EQ, 3-Band EQ, LFO Wah, Auto Wah.

Appendix: DSP Effect List - Part 4

DSP Algorithm Parameters (Compressor to Distortion)

Parameters for Compressor, Limiter, Distortion, Stereo Phaser.

Appendix: DSP Effect List - Part 5

DSP Algorithm Parameters (Rotary to Lo-Fi)

Parameters for Rotary, Drive Rotary, Enhancer, Ring Modulator, Lo-Fi.

Appendix: DSP Effect List - Part 6

DSP Algorithm Parameters (Chorus to 3-Tap Delay)

Parameters for Chorus effects and 3-Tap Delay.

Appendix: DSP Effect List - Part 7

DSP Algorithm Parameters (Gate Reverb to Flanger)

Parameters for Gate Reverb, Reverse Gate Reverb, Reflection, Flanger.

Appendix: DSP Effect List - Part 8

DSP Algorithm Parameters (2-Tap Delay to 3-Phase Chorus)

Parameters for 2-Tap Delay, 3-Phase Chorus, and multi-effects.

Appendix: DSP Effect List - Part 9

Appendix: Multi-Effect Algorithms

Details on multi-effect algorithms like Auto Wah, Chorus, Phaser, and Auto Pan.

Appendix: DSP Effect List - Part 10

Appendix: Multi-Effect Algorithms (Compressor to Distortion)

Details on multi-effect algorithms involving Compressor and Distortion.

Appendix: DSP Effect List - Part 11

Appendix: Multi-Effect Algorithms (Distortion to Wah)

Details on multi-effect algorithms involving Distortion, Wah, and Chorus.

Appendix: DSP Effect List - Part 12

Appendix: Multi-Effect Algorithms (Distortion Combos)

Details on multi-effect algorithms combining Distortion with other effects.

MIDI Implementation Chart

Transmitted MIDI Data

Chart showing MIDI messages transmitted by the keyboard.

Recognized MIDI Data

Chart showing MIDI messages recognized by the keyboard.

MIDI Implementation Chart - Continued

MIDI Control Change and System Exclusive

Details on MIDI control changes and system exclusive messages.