Kawai CN29 - User Manual

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Manual9 pages

Questions and Answers

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Rose PhillipsAug 15, 2025
What to do if my Kawai CN29 has no sound?
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  Angela PadillaAug 15, 2025
  If your Kawai Musical Instrument is on but not producing sound when you play the keys, there are several things to check: * Ensure the MASTER VOLUME slider isn't at its lowest setting. * Make sure headphones or a headphone adapter aren't plugged into the PHONES jack. * Verify that Local Control is enabled in the MIDI Settings menu. * Confirm the MASTER VOLUME slider is at an appropriate level, reducing it if you hear distortion.
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Anthony PattonAug 18, 2025
How to fix a Kawai CN29 Musical Instrument that won't turn on?
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  Allison RobinsonAug 18, 2025
  If your Kawai Musical Instrument isn't turning on, please check the following: * Ensure the power cable is securely connected to both the instrument and the AC outlet. * Verify that the ‘Auto Power Off’ function is not enabled.
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Jesse SmithAug 21, 2025
What to do if Kawai Musical Instrument is not responding to key presses via USB?
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  Cynthia SchultzAug 21, 2025
  If your Kawai Musical Instrument is connected to a computer but the software isn't responding to key presses, consider the following: 1. Make sure a USB MIDI driver is installed on your computer. 2. Check that ‘USB Audio Device’ or ‘KAWAI USB MIDI’ is selected in the software’s input/output device settings. 3. Ensure the instrument isn't connected to a smart device via Bluetooth MIDI. 4. Verify that the instrument’s Bluetooth MIDI function is turned On. 5. Confirm the mobile device’s Bluetooth function is turned On. 6. Try deleting the instrument’s Bluetooth connection using the mobile device’s ‘Forget Device’ function. 7. Try turning the instrument Off and then On, and/or restarting the mobile device.
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michaelrossAug 25, 2025
Why are the pedals on my Kawai Musical Instrument not working?
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  Eddie NelsonAug 26, 2025
  If the pedals on your Kawai Musical Instrument aren't working correctly, check these items: * Make sure the pedal cable is firmly connected to the instrument. * Ensure the pedal support bolt is fully extended.
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Sandra WilliamsonAug 28, 2025
Why is my Kawai CN29 distorting at high volume?
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  davidbellAug 28, 2025
  If the sound from your Kawai Musical Instrument distorts when playing at high volumes, make sure the MASTER VOLUME slider is set to an appropriate level. Reduce the volume if you hear excessive distortion.
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Lisa ByrdAug 31, 2025
How to remove 'swoosh' sound when damper pedal is pressed on Kawai CN29?
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  Scott SmithAug 31, 2025
  If your Kawai Musical Instrument makes a ‘swoosh’ sound when you press the damper pedal, this is intentional. If you find it undesirable, select the ‘Noiseless’ Virtual Technician preset or adjust the ‘Damper Noise’ setting.
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francisco90Sep 3, 2025
Why does the Kawai Musical Instrument have odd pitch or sound quality?
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  Jacqueline BeckerSep 3, 2025
  If the pitch or sound quality of a specific piano timbre on your Kawai Musical Instrument sounds odd, you can reduce the prominence or disable additional effects using the sound settings. These effects are intended to enhance the instrument's realism.
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Natalie BassSep 7, 2025
How to adjust different key volume levels on Kawai CN29 Musical Instrument?
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  Theodore KingSep 7, 2025
  If the volume level varies between keys on your Kawai Musical Instrument, use the Key Volume setting to adjust the volume of keys that are too quiet or too loud.
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Miranda WoodSep 12, 2025
Why do the top notes sustain longer on my Kawai CN29 Musical Instrument?
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  Vincent GordonSep 12, 2025
  The top 18 notes of the keyboard sustaining longer than other notes on your Kawai Musical Instrument is normal. It's designed to simulate the undamped notes of an acoustic grand piano, typically found in the top two octaves.

Summary

Introduction

Feature Highlights

Part Names and Functions

Identifies and describes the physical parts and controls of the CN29 digital piano.

Setting up the Piano

Guides on connecting power, setting up the instrument, and turning it on for the first time.

Important Safety Instructions

Examples of Picture Symbols

Explains common safety icons and their meanings used in the manual for hazard identification.

Notes on Repair

Information on what to do if the product malfunctions or requires servicing.

Playing the Piano

Selecting Sounds

How to choose from the 19 available instrument sounds using different methods.

Dual Mode

Four Hands Mode

Metronome

Using the built-in metronome to aid piano practice with adjustable tempo and beat.

Recorder

Recording a Song

Step-by-step guide to recording performances to the instrument's internal memory.

Playing Back a Song

Deleting a Song

Settings

Bluetooth MIDI

Startup Settings

Saving and recalling preferred settings automatically when the instrument is turned on.

Factory Reset

Restoring the instrument to its original factory default configuration and settings.

Appendix

Connecting to Other Devices

USB MIDI (USB to Host connector)

Details on connecting to a computer via USB for MIDI communication and driver requirements.

Troubleshooting

Common problems encountered with the instrument and their possible causes and solutions.

Assembly Instructions

Step-by-step guide for assembling the piano stand and attaching its main components.

Kawai CN29 Specifications

General

Polyphony	192 notes
Speakers	12 cm x 2
Amplifiers	20 W x 2
Reverb	Yes
Lesson Function	Yes
Metronome	Yes
Headphone Jacks	2
Touch Sensitivity	Light, Normal, Heavy, Off
Sound Source	Harmonic Imaging (HI)
Piano Sounds	19
Display	LCD
Weight	43 kg
Connectivity	MIDI (IN/OUT), USB to Host
Recorder	3 song, 1 track
Included Accessories	Music rest, AC adapter, Owner's Manual
Keyboard	RHIII (Responsive Hammer III) Keyboard with Ivory Touch Key Surfaces
Dimensions	136 cm (53 1/2") x 40.5 cm (16") x 86 cm (34")