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Technics SX-KN720

Technics SX-KN720
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Technics SX-KN720 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sound SourcePCM
DisplayLCD
Speakers2 x 12 cm
Keyboard61 keys with touch response
EffectsReverb, Chorus
ConnectorsMIDI (In, Out)
Power SupplyAC Adaptor

Summary

Safety Information

Mains Lead Wire Colour Code

Explains wire color coding for mains lead.

Fuse Replacement

Provides instructions for replacing the fuse.

Important Cautions

Cautions for Safest Use (KN720 KN920)

Power Supply Safety

Advises on safe use of AC adapter and power cord.

Cautions for Safest Use (KN1500)

Power Source and Cord Safety

Discusses power source and safe handling of the power cord.

Electrical and Water Safety

Warns about electric shock, water damage, and touching internal parts.

Controls and Functions (KN720)

Controls and Functions (KN920)

Controls and Functions (KN1500)

Sound Edit Function

Describes modifying preset sounds to create new and unique sounds.

Getting Started (KN720 KN920)

Battery and AC Adapter Usage

Guides on inserting batteries and using the AC adapter.

Selecting Sounds

Sound Selection Process

Guides on how to select a sound using the operation panel.

Automatic Accompaniment

Auto Play Chord Usage

Explains using Auto Play Chord with a tune.

Chord Examples and Modes

Shows chord examples and explains One Finger/Fingered modes.

Recording Your Performance

Using the Sequencer for Recording

Guides on using the sequencer to record a performance.

Playing Back Recorded Performances

Guides on playing back a recorded performance.

Part I: Sounds and Effects

Selecting Instrument Sounds

Guides on selecting sounds for the keyboard parts.

Assigning Sounds to Keyboard Parts

Guides on assigning sounds to keyboard parts using Conductor buttons.

Techni-chord Functionality

Guides on turning your single-note melodies into full chords.

Part II: Manual Sequence Pads

Playing Recorded Phrases

Guides on inserting short recorded phrases or effect sounds.

Recording and Storing Phrases

Guides on recording and storing original phrases.

Part III: Playing the Rhythm

Selecting Rhythms

Guides on selecting rhythms for performance.

Playing Rhythms with Patterns

Guides on playing the rhythm with intro, fill-in, and ending patterns.

Auto Play Chord Functionality

Guides on using Auto Play Chord for automatic accompaniment.

One Finger Chord Mode

Explains playing chords in One Finger mode.

Using Auto Play Chord

Guides on using the Auto Play Chord function.

Sound Arranger Functionality

Guides on setting up the instrument with a suitable rhythm.

Fingered Chord Mode

Describes specifying chords in Fingered mode.

One Touch Play

Setting Up One Touch Play

Guides on setting up One Touch Play with a chosen style.

Music Style Select (KN1500)

Setting Up Music Style Select

Guides on setting up the instrument with a suitable registration.

Music Style Arranger (KN920 KN1500)

Using the Music Style Arranger

Guides on using Music Style Arranger for registration changes.

Panel Memory

Storing Panel Settings

Guides on storing panel settings in memory.

Foot Switch Setting

Assigning Functions to Foot Switch

Guides on assigning functions to the optional Foot Switch.

Part IV: Sequencer

Sequencer Overview

Introduces the sequencer for recording performances.

Sequencer Menu Navigation

Explains the menus available within the sequencer.

Song Recording

Guides on recording up to 10 songs in the sequencer.

Easy Record Functionality

Guides on recording performances quickly and easily.

Realtime Record Functionality

Guides on recording performances with timing.

Cycle Record Functionality

Guides on recording measures continuously.

Sequencer Playback

Guides on playing back recorded songs.

Step Record Functionality

Guides on storing chord progressions for the Auto Play Chord.

Track Assignment Functionality

Guides on assigning tracks to parts in the sequencer.

Editing Recorded Performances

Guides on editing recorded performances.

Track Clear Functionality

Guides on erasing contents of a specific track.

Rhythm and Timing Correction

Guides on correcting rhythm timing and other settings.

Song Copy Function

Guides on copying recorded data from tracks.

Sequencer Medley Functionality

Guides on playing songs back continuously in order.

Quantize Functionality

Explains correcting timing of performance after recording.

Part V: Composer (KN920 KN1500)

Composer Overview

Introduces the Composer for creating accompaniment patterns.

Composer Record Functionality

Guides on entering the Composer Record mode.

Editing Preset Rhythm Patterns

Guides on preparing to edit a preset rhythm pattern.

Creating New Rhythm Patterns

Guides on preparing to create a new rhythm from scratch.

Recording Rhythm Patterns

Guides on storing each part of the rhythm pattern.

Playback Functionality

Guides on playing back recorded patterns.

Composer Chord Map Functionality

Guides on selecting chord maps for accompaniment.

Part VI: Song Memory (KN720)

Storing Your Performance

Guides on saving sequencer and panel settings.

Part VII: Disk Drive (KN920 KN1500)

Disk Drive Function Overview

Introduces the internal and floppy disk drive functions.

Loading Data from Disk

Guides on loading data from a disk into the instrument's memory.

Formatting a Disk

Guides on formatting new floppy disks.

Saving Data to Disk

Guides on saving performance data and settings to disk.

Part VIII: Adjusting the Sounds

Sound Setting Mode Overview

Introduces the Sound Setting mode for fine adjustments.

Part IX: Creating Sounds (KN920 KN1500)

Part X: MIDI

Initialize

Symptoms and Troubleshooting

Sound and Effects Issues

Lists symptoms related to sound and effects malfunctions.

Auto Play Chord and Sequencer Issues

Lists symptoms related to Auto Play Chord and sequencer malfunctions.

Rhythm Issues

Lists symptoms related to rhythm not starting or other issues.

Composer and Disk Drive Issues

Lists symptoms related to composer and disk drive problems.

Error Messages

Error Code Listing

Lists error codes, their display, and contents.

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