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Kawai MP7 User Manual

Kawai MP7
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Introduction
Recorder
Appendix
SYSTEM Menu
USB Menu
STORE Button & SETUPs
EDIT Menu
Main Operation
Owner’s Manual v1.02

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Kawai MP7 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Polyphony256 notes
Sound SourceHarmonic Imaging XL (HI-XL)
EffectsReverb, Chorus, Delay, Amp Simulator
Display128 x 64 pixel
ConnectivityMIDI (IN/OUT)
Power SupplyAC adapter (included)

Summary

Introduction to Kawai MP7

Feature Highlights of the MP7

Details the key features and technologies of the MP7 stage piano, including its keyboard action and sound engine.

Owner's Manual Conventions

Explains the conventions, symbols, and text formatting used throughout the manual for clarity and ease of understanding.

Part Names and Functions

Front Panel Controls Overview

Details the function and layout of the front panel controls including wheels, buttons, and faders.

Connecting to Other Devices

Illustrates how to connect external MIDI devices, computers, and audio equipment to the MP7.

Understanding the Kawai MP7

Preparation Before Use

Provides essential preparation steps before operating the MP7, including audio output connections.

MP7 Zone Structure Explanation

Explains the MP7's four-zone structure (MAIN, SUB1, SUB2, SUB3) and their capabilities.

Main Operation Guide

Getting Started with the MP7

Guides users through the initial setup and basic operation of turning on the MP7 and setting volumes.

Selecting Sounds

Details the process of selecting instrument sounds by category, sub-category, and variation.

Zone Functions and Layering

Explains how to turn zones on/off, adjust their volumes, and create layered sounds.

Effects Section Overview

Explains the application and adjustment of Reverb, EFX, and Amp Simulator effects for each zone.

Global Section Settings

Covers global settings including EQ adjustment and Transpose function for overall sound shaping.

EDIT Menu Guide

Overview of EDIT Menu (INT Mode)

Provides an overview and lists parameters for adjusting sounds and settings in INT mode.

Overview of EDIT Menu (EXT Mode)

Details parameters for controlling external MIDI devices in EXT mode.

Overview of EDIT Menu (BOTH Mode)

Combines INT and EXT mode parameters for zones set to operate in BOTH mode.

STORE Button and SETUP Functions

Overview of the STORE Button

Describes the functions of the STORE button for saving sounds, setups, and power-on settings.

Storing a SOUND

Explains how to save the current sound's EDIT menu parameters to a variation button.

Storing a SETUP

Details how to store all EDIT menu parameters and panel settings to a SETUP memory.

SETUP Memories Management

Explains how to select and recall stored SETUP memories for the instrument's configuration.

Recorder Functions

Overview of the Recorder

Introduces the MP7's recorder functions for internal memory and USB devices.

Song Recorder (Internal Memory)

Provides instructions for recording, playing back, saving, and managing MIDI songs in internal memory.

Audio Record/Playback (USB Memory)

Explains how to record and play back audio files (MP3/WAV) using a USB memory device.

Metronome and Rhythm Patterns

Covers the Metronome's click mode, rhythm patterns, and recording with a metronome.

USB Menu Operations

Overview of USB Menu Functions

Introduces the USB Menu functions for managing data on a USB memory device.

Loading Data from USB

Details how to load SOUND, SETUP, SMF, and All files from a USB memory device.

Saving Data to USB

Explains how to save SOUND, SETUP, SMF, and All files to a USB memory device.

Deleting Files from USB

Provides instructions for deleting files stored on a USB memory device.

Formatting USB Memory

Explains how to format a USB memory device, erasing all stored data.

SYSTEM Menu Settings

Overview of the SYSTEM Menu

Introduces the SYSTEM Menu, which contains global settings affecting the MP7's operation.

Utility Settings

Covers system utility parameters such as tuning, knob action, LCD contrast, and auto power off.

Pedal Settings

Explains the global operation and polarity settings for connected pedals.

MIDI Settings

Covers MIDI channel, transmit/receive settings, and program change modes.

User Edit Functions

Provides functions for creating custom touch curves, temperaments, key volumes, and stretch tunings.

Reset Functions

Explains how to reset various settings and memories back to factory defaults.

Panel Lock Function

Describes how to lock or unlock the MP7's control panel buttons and knobs.

Appendix

USB MIDI Driver Information

Explains how to connect the MP7 to a computer via USB for MIDI communication.

Software Update Procedure

Provides instructions for checking the software version and performing a system software update.

Sound List Reference

Provides a comprehensive list of all available instrument sounds categorized by type.

Rhythm Pattern List

Lists all available drum patterns, grouped into categories and variations.

EFX Categories, Types, and Parameters

Details the parameters for Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, Wah, Tremolo, Auto Pan, and other EFX types.

MIDI Implementation Chart

Provides detailed technical information on MIDI messages recognized and transmitted by the MP7.

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