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Casio LK-70s User Manual

Casio LK-70s
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USER’S GUIDE
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Questions and Answers:

Casio LK-70s Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypePortable Keyboard
Keyboard61 keys
DisplayLCD
MIDIYes
Lighted KeysYes
Touch ResponseNo
Built-in Songs10
Lesson FunctionYes
ConnectivityHeadphone

Summary

Safety Precautions

Symbols and Their Meanings

Explains the meaning of various safety symbols used in the manual and provides examples.

Safety Precautions

AC Adaptor, Battery, and Hazard Safety

Essential safety guidelines for adaptors, batteries, water, foreign matter, disassembly, and overheating.

Safety Precautions

Handling, Placement, and Cleaning Safety

Safety advice for dropping, placement, plastic bags, relocation, cleaning, and battery storage.

Safety Precautions

Connector, Location, and General Safety

Advice on connectors, hazardous locations, display, volume, health, heavy objects, and assembly.

Main Features

100 Tones

Describes the wide selection of available tones, including pianos, synths, and drums.

3-Step Lesson System

Explains the interactive lesson system for practicing tunes with performance grading.

Sing-along Functionality

Details connecting a microphone and singing along with built-in tunes or SMF playback.

60 Built-in Tunes

Allows enjoyment of built-in tunes, with options to play melody or accompaniment parts.

50 Rhythm Patterns

Covers the selection of rhythms across various musical styles like rock, pop, and jazz.

Auto Accompaniment Features

Explains playing chords for automatic rhythm, bass, and chord parts.

Musical Information System

Highlights the LCD's graphical display of fingerings and performance information.

Song Data Transfer

Describes transferring tune data from a computer using CASIO conversion software.

SmartMedia Card Slot Usage

Allows loading SMF data from a SmartMedia card for playback on the keyboard.

General Guide

Control Panel Overview

Provides a labeled diagram of the keyboard's main controls and features.

General Guide

Control Panel Key Identification

Lists and describes the function of each numbered control on the keyboard panel.

Attaching the Score Stand

Instructions on how to attach the music stand provided with the keyboard.

General Guide

Number Button Functionality

Explains the use of number buttons for input and the [+] / [-] buttons for adjustments.

Rear Panel Connections

Identifies and describes the ports and jacks located on the rear panel of the keyboard.

Quick Reference

Playing the Keyboard

Guides on setting up the keyboard, selecting songs, and playing basic melodies.

Quick Reference

Lesson Step 1 & 2 Playback

Details on playing notes and accompaniments during the first two steps of the lesson system.

Stopping Playback

Instructions on how to stop the keyboard playback at any time using the START/STOP button.

Care of your keyboard

Environmental Precautions

Advises avoiding heat, humidity, direct sunlight, and proximity to TVs/radios.

Cleaning and Temperature Considerations

Guidelines for cleaning the keyboard and considerations for temperature extremes.

Power Supply

Using Batteries

Instructions on loading batteries and info on battery life and indicators.

Important Battery Information and Warnings

Details on battery life, low battery symptoms, and critical warnings about battery misuse.

Power Supply

Using the AC Adaptor

Instructions and precautions for safely connecting and using the specified AC adaptor.

AC Adaptor Warnings and Notes

Crucial warnings about AC adaptor misuse and important notes regarding its operation.

Power Supply

Auto Power Off Function

Explains the auto power-off feature and how to disable it.

Power On Alert System

Describes the alert system when power is left on and how to disable it.

Connections

Phones/Output Jack Usage

Details on connecting headphones or external audio equipment for output.

USB Port Connectivity

Information on connecting the keyboard to a computer via the USB port.

Sustain Jack Connection

Guidance on connecting a sustain pedal for piano-like note sustain effects.

Microphone Jack Connection

Information on connecting a microphone for sing-along features.

Accessories and Options Safety

Advice on using only specified accessories and options for safety.

Basic Operations

Playing the Keyboard

Guides on setting up the keyboard, selecting songs, and playing basic melodies.

Selecting a Tone

Procedure for choosing from the keyboard's 100 built-in tones using the TONE button.

Basic Operations

Tone Selection Notes and Polyphony

Notes on tone number input and an explanation of polyphony, the number of simultaneous notes.

Digital Sampling Technique

Explains the digital sampling technique used for tone recording and its quality aspects.

Key Light System Control

Instructions on how to toggle the key lighting system on or off using the KEY LIGHT button.

Playing a Built-in Tune

Playing Back a Song Bank Tune

Step-by-step guide to selecting and playing tunes from the Song Bank.

Song Bank Tune Playback Controls

Details on starting, stopping, and controlling playback of Song Bank tunes.

Playing a Built-in Tune

Adjusting the Tempo

How to set and adjust the tempo for built-in tunes using the TEMPO buttons.

Changing Melody Tone

Procedure for selecting a different tone for the melody part of a Song Bank tune.

Playing All Tunes in Succession

Instructions on how to play all available tunes sequentially without stopping.

3-Step Lesson System

Lesson Progress Overview

Illustrates the progression through the three lesson steps and evaluation.

Step 1 - Master the Timing

Focuses on pressing keys at the correct time, with accompaniment waiting for input.

Step 2 - Master the Notes

Guides on learning correct notes, fingerings, and key presses using display and lights.

Step 3 - Play at Normal Speed

Practice playing tunes at normal speed with key lighting support and accompaniment.

3-Step Lesson System

Key Lighting System Operation

Explains how key lights and display guide fingerings during 3-step lessons.

3-Step Lesson Tempo Setting

Instructions on adjusting the tempo for 3-step lesson play.

Evaluation Mode Functionality

Details on how the keyboard evaluates performance during Step 3 and provides feedback.

3-Step Lesson System

Evaluation Results Display

Explains how the keyboard calculates and displays performance evaluations and rank messages.

Using Lesson Functions and Evaluation Mode

Step-by-step guide to mastering tunes using Step 1, Step 2, and the evaluation mode.

3-Step Lesson System

Step 2 - Master the Notes

Detailed instructions for Step 2 of the lesson, focusing on playing correct notes and fingerings.

Step 3 - Play at Normal Speed

Detailed instructions for Step 3, emphasizing playing tunes at normal speed with key guidance.

3-Step Lesson System

Evaluating Step 3 Play

Guides on using the SCORING button to check and understand Step 3 performance evaluations.

Voice Fingering Guide Control

Explains the simulated voice feedback for fingering numbers during lessons and how to toggle it.

Using a Microphone for Sing Along

Recommended Microphone Type

Suggests dynamic microphones as recommended for use with the keyboard.

Howling and Static Noise Issues

Explains common microphone noise issues like feedback and static, and how to mitigate them.

Using a Microphone for Sing Along

Using a Microphone for Sing Along

Step-by-step guide for connecting a microphone and singing along with tunes.

Selecting Sing Along Source

How to choose between Song Bank tunes or SmartMedia card for sing-along playback.

Auto Accompaniment

Playing Rhythms

Instructions on selecting and playing the keyboard's 50 built-in rhythm patterns.

Adjusting Rhythm Tempo

How to use TEMPO buttons to adjust the speed of rhythm patterns.

Using Auto Accompaniment

Explains how auto-accompaniment works with chords and offers FINGERED and CASIO CHORD methods.

Auto Accompaniment

Accompaniment Keyboard Area

Defines the lower section of the keyboard reserved for accompaniment and melody parts.

CASIO CHORD System Usage

Details how to play four main types of chords easily using the CASIO CHORD system.

Playing CASIO CHORD Auto-Accompaniment

Step-by-step guide to initiating and playing with CASIO CHORD auto-accompaniment.

Auto Accompaniment

Using Standard Fingerings

Explains how to play various chords using the FINGERED mode for accompaniment.

Fingered Chord Charts Reference

Shows left-hand fingerings for common chords in FINGERED mode.

Auto Accompaniment

Playing FINGERED Auto-Accompaniment

Step-by-step guide to initiating and playing with FINGERED auto-accompaniment.

Improvising with Preset Patterns

How to use FILL-IN rhythm and SYNCHRO start for improvising with patterns.

Keyboard Settings

Transposing the Keyboard

How to raise or lower the keyboard's overall key in semitone units.

About the FUNCTION Button

Explains how to cycle through the keyboard's 10 setting screens using the FUNCTION button.

Keyboard Settings

Adjusting Accompaniment Volume

How to independently adjust the volume of the accompaniment part.

Tuning the Keyboard

Procedure to fine-tune the keyboard to match other musical instruments.

Connection to a Computer

Connecting to a Computer Overview

Overview of connecting the keyboard to a computer using the USB port and installing drivers.

Using the USB Port

Details on connecting via USB cable and exchanging data between keyboard and computer.

Connection to a Computer

Expanding Song Bank Tunes

How to transfer song data from a computer to the keyboard's Song Bank.

General MIDI Tone Standard

Explains General MIDI standards and how the keyboard conforms to them.

Changing Connection Settings

How to configure GM MODE and KEYBOARD CHANNEL settings for computer connection.

Connection to a Computer

NAVIGATE CHANNEL Setting

How to select a channel for receiving data and displaying on-screen guides.

Turning Off Specific Sounds

How to cut sound from navigate channels during tune playback using RIGHT/LEFT buttons.

Connection to a Computer

LOCAL CONTROL Setting

How to control whether keyboard output is sounded internally or sent via USB.

Connection to a Computer

MIDI Messages Explained

Details on MIDI messages (Note On/Off, Program Change, Pitch Bend, Control Change) sent/received via USB.

Control Change Parameters List

Lists Control Change parameters like Modulation, Volume, Pan, and Expression.

Connection to a Computer

Sound and Notes Off Messages

Explains messages to turn off all sounds and notes, including those sustained by pedals.

Reset Controllers and System Exclusive

Covers resetting controllers and using system exclusive messages for fine-tuning.

Using a SmartMedia Card

About SmartMedia™ Cards

Information on purchasing, capacities, and types of SmartMedia cards.

SmartMedia Card and Slot Precautions

Important handling, storage, and usage precautions for SmartMedia cards and slots.

Using a SmartMedia Card

Inserting and Removing a SmartMedia Card

Step-by-step guide for correctly inserting and removing SmartMedia cards.

Formatting a SmartMedia Card

Procedure to format a SmartMedia card, including important warnings about data loss.

Using a SmartMedia Card

Reading SmartMedia Card Data

How to select and load SMF data from a SmartMedia card into the keyboard.

Using SMF Data in 3-Step Lesson

How to use SMF data from a SmartMedia card for the 3-step lesson system.

Evaluating Play Using SMF Data

How to evaluate performance when playing SMF data from a SmartMedia card.

Troubleshooting

Keyboard Sound Issues

Diagnoses causes and solutions for the keyboard producing no sound, including power and volume checks.

Battery and Operation Issues

Troubleshooting steps for low battery symptoms, auto-accompaniment, and key light behavior.

Troubleshooting

Microphone and Card Data Issues

Troubleshooting for static noise with microphones and problems recalling card data.

Specifications

General Keyboard Specifications

Details keyboard model, key count, lights, tones, rhythms, polyphony, and lessons.

Connectivity and Power Specifications

Specs for sing-along, card slot, terminals, power supply, battery life, and output.

Physical Specifications

Keyboard dimensions and weight information.

Appendix/Apéndice

Tone List / Note Table

Lists all built-in tones with their range type, polyphony, and program change numbers.

Appendix/Apéndice

Bass, String, Ensemble, and Brass Tones

Lists tones in Bass, String, Ensemble, and Brass categories with their properties.

Reed and Pipe Tones

Lists tones in Reed and Pipe categories with their properties.

Appendix/Apéndice

Synth Lead, Pad, and Drum Set Tones

Lists synth lead, pad tones, and drum set sounds with their details.

Drum Set Sound Assignments

Details the percussion sounds assigned to each key on the drum set.

Appendix/Apéndice

Range Type and Keyboard Range

Explains range types and illustrates keyboard ranges for different tone categories.

Appendix/Apéndice

Fingered Chord Charts

Shows left-hand fingerings for common chords in FINGERED mode.

Appendix/Apéndice

Fingered Chord Charts Continuation

Continues showing left-hand fingerings for various chords, including augmented and diminished types.

Appendix/Apéndice

Song Bank List

Lists all 60 built-in songs with their category and number.

Rhythm List

Lists all 50 built-in rhythms with their category and number.

Appendix/Apéndice

MIDI Messages Chart

Details MIDI messages (Note On/Off, Program Change, Pitch Bend, Control Change) sent/received via USB.

Appendix/Apéndice

MIDI Message Details and System Settings

Explains Program Change, System Exclusive, and other MIDI messages for computer communication.

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