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Technics SX-KN930

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Technics SX-KN930 Specifications

General IconGeneral
DisplayLCD
MIDIYes
Headphone JackYes
Floppy Disk DriveYes
Polyphony32 Notes
Rhythms/Styles100 Rhythms
EffectsReverb, Chorus
ConnectionsMIDI In/Out
Power SupplyAC Adapter

Summary

Safety Instructions and Fuse Replacement

Important: Fuse Replacement Information

Details mains lead wire colors and fuse rating for safe replacement.

Replacing the Fuse

Step-by-step guide for replacing a blown fuse in the mains plug.

Owners Manual: Important Cautions

Risk of Fire or Electrical Shock

Warning against exposing the product to rain or moisture to prevent fire or shock.

Before You Play: Reading Cautions

Advises reading cautionary notes on preceding and current pages before operation.

Cautions for Safest Use (KN720 KN920)

Installation Location Guidelines

Specifies ideal placement for ventilation, avoiding direct sunlight, heat, and dust.

Electrical Safety Precautions

Warns about metal objects, water, and touching internal parts to prevent shock.

Maintenance and Power Cord Safety

Covers maintenance advice, power cord handling, and abnormal operation remedies.

Cautions for Safest Use (KN1500)

Installation and Power Source Safety

Details placement, power source, and handling of the power cord for safe operation.

Electrical and Maintenance Warnings

Addresses risks from metal items, water, internal parts, and provides maintenance tips.

KN720 Control Panel Overview

Sequencer, Auto Play Chord, and Display Controls

Illustrates and labels key controls like Sequencer, Auto Play Chord, and Display.

Keyboard Features: Pitch Bend and One Touch Play

Highlights Pitch Bend, Manual Sequence Pads, and One Touch Play functions.

KN720 Control Panel Functions

Transpose, Number Pad, and Effects

Explains Transpose, Number Pad, and Effects controls.

Memory, Techni-chord, and Conductor Functions

Details Panel Memory, Techni-chord, and Conductor functions.

KN920 Control Panel Overview

Sequencer, Composer, Display, and Sound Edit

Illustrates and labels controls for Sequencer, Composer, Auto Play Chord, and Display.

Keyboard Features: Pitch Bend and Manual Sequence Pads

Highlights Pitch Bend, Manual Sequence Pads, One Touch Play, and Sound Edit functions.

KN920 Control Panel Functions

Transpose, Number Pad, and Effects

Explains Transpose, Number Pad, and Effects controls.

Techni-chord, Conductor, and Backup Memory

Details Techni-chord, Conductor, and Backup Memory functions.

KN1500 Control Panel Overview

Sequencer, Composer, Display, and Sound Edit

Illustrates and labels controls for Sequencer, Composer, Auto Play Chord, and Display.

Keyboard Features: Pitch BendModulation and One Touch Play

Highlights Pitch Bend/Modulation, Manual Sequence Pads, One Touch Play, and Sound Edit.

KN1500 Control Panel Functions

Transpose, Number Pad, and Effects

Explains Transpose, Number Pad, and Effects controls.

Techni-chord, Conductor, and Backup Memory

Details Techni-chord, Conductor, and Backup Memory functions.

Getting Started (KN720 KN920)

Initial Setup: Before You Play

Guides on battery usage, AC adapter connection, and music stand setup.

Playing the Keyboard (KN720 KN920)

Basic Playing Steps: Power and Volume

Outlines essential steps for turning on, selecting parts, and adjusting volume.

Getting Started (KN1500)

Initial Setup: Before You Play

Details plugging in the power cord and affixing the music stand.

Playing the Keyboard (KN1500)

Basic Playing Steps: Power and Volume

Outlines essential steps for turning on, selecting parts, and adjusting volume.

Listening to Demonstrations

Demonstration Playback Control

Explains how to play, stop, select, and control demonstration songs.

Selecting Instrument Sounds

Sound Selection Process

Details using the SOUND/PART button and number pad to choose instrument sounds.

Adding Sound Effects

Spatial and Tone Enhancement Effects

Explains how to add spaciousness (Digital Effect) and sustain to sounds.

Chorus and Unique Sound Qualities

Covers adding chorus for breadth and DSP effects for unique sonic qualities.

Advanced Sound Effects

Reverb and Pitch Control

Describes adding digital reverb and altering pitch using the Pitch Bend wheel.

Playing Automatic Rhythms (KN720)

Rhythm Activation and Variation

Guides on starting, stopping, and selecting variations for automatic rhythms.

Rhythm Control and Patterns (KN720)

Tempo, Intro, Fill-in, and Ending Patterns

Explains how to adjust tempo and insert intro, fill-in, and ending patterns.

Playing Automatic Rhythms (KN920 KN1500)

Rhythm Activation and Variation

Guides on starting, stopping, and selecting variations for automatic rhythms.

Rhythm Control and Patterns (KN920 KN1500)

Tempo, Intro, Fill-in, and Ending Patterns

Explains tempo adjustment and insertion of intro, fill-in, and ending patterns.

Automatic Accompaniment

Using Auto Play Chord

Details how to use Auto Play Chord with a tune and select fingerings.

Auto Accompaniment Features

Style Matching with One Touch Play

Describes how panel settings match selected styles when using One Touch Play.

Recording Your Performance

Sequencer and Easy Record Basics

Guides on using the Sequencer and Easy Record for performance recording.

Performance Recording and Playback

Playback of Recorded Performance

Details how to play back recorded performances and stop the playback.

Playing Commercial Disks (KN920 KN1500)

Disk Insertion and Playback

Explains inserting disks and initiating playback via Memory & Control and PAGE buttons.

Commercial Disk Playback Procedures

SMF Disk Playback Limitations

Notes that direct play from SMF Format 0 disks is not possible and directs to SMF LOAD procedure.

Understanding the Display

Normal Display Information

Describes the standard information shown on the display, including tempo and sound selection.

Volume Balance and Muting

Explains how to view and adjust volume balance and use the MUTE function.

Display Navigation and Information

Page Button Functionality

Details how PAGE buttons are used to navigate through different display pages.

Menu Displays and Settings

Menu Navigation and Example

Explains how to access and use menu displays like MEMORY & CONTROL.

Setting Display Adjustments

Describes how to adjust settings displayed on the screen.

Part I: Sounds and Effects

Selecting Instrument Sounds

Guides on selecting sounds for the keyboard parts using the SOUND/PART button.

Assigning Sounds to Keyboard Parts

Conductor Part Assignment

Details how to assign sounds to LEFT, RIGHT 1, and RIGHT 2 parts using CONDUCTOR buttons.

Split Point Functionality

Customizing the Split Point

Explains how to set a different split point note for the keyboard sections.

Sound Effects Application

Digital Effect and Chorus

Describes applying Digital Effect for richness and Chorus for breadth.

Advanced Sound Effects

DSP Effects and Sustain

Details applying DSP effects for unique quality and Sustain for tone duration.

Reverb and Pitch Control

Digital Reverb and Pitch Bend

Explains applying digital reverb and controlling pitch with the Pitch Bend wheel.

Modulation and Transpose Functions

Modulation Effect (KN1500)

Describes using the Modulation wheel to add vibrato to the sound.

Transpose Key Change

Explains how to raise or lower the key of the entire instrument.

Transpose Function Details

Transpose Key Adjustment

Details how to adjust the key using Transpose buttons and shows actual key examples.

Techni-Chord Functionality

Creating Techni-Chord Harmonies

Guides on turning on Techni-chord to add harmony to melodies.

Techni-Chord Harmony Styles

Harmony Type Selection

Explains how to select different harmony styles for Techni-chord.

Orchestrator Functionality

Describes using Orchestrator to assign sounds to melody and harmony notes.

Part II: Manual Sequence Pads

Playing Phrases with Pads

Explains how to use the Manual Sequence Pads to play phrases.

Recording and Managing Phrases

Phrase Recording Procedure

Guides on recording phrases using Tempo/Progam dial and Record/Stop button.

Part III: Playing the Rhythm

Selecting Rhythms

Details how to select rhythms using the Rhythm button and number pad.

Rhythm Activation and Tempo Control

Starting and Synchronizing Rhythms

Explains immediate and synchronized start methods for rhythms.

Tempo Adjustment

Covers adjusting tempo using Tempo/Program dial and Tap Tempo.

Rhythm Performance Patterns

Intro, Count Intro, and Fill-in Patterns

Describes how to use intro, count intro, and fill-in patterns for performance.

Rhythm Performance Patterns (cont.)

Ending Patterns and Auto Play Chord

Explains ending patterns and the Auto Play Chord function.

Auto Play Chord Functionality

Chord Playing Modes

Details how Auto Play Chord works and its chord playing modes.

Auto Play Chord Modes and Features

One Finger and Fingered Chord Modes

Explains the One Finger and Fingered modes for playing chords.

On Bass and Memory Settings

Describes the On Bass and Memory functions for Auto Play Chord.

Using the Auto Play Chord

Operation Steps and Break Function

Provides step-by-step instructions for using the Auto Play Chord and Break functions.

Sound Arranger Functionality

Setting and Playing Back Sounds

Guides on using the Sound Arranger to set and play back sounds.

One Touch Play Feature

One Touch Play Operation

Explains how to set up and use the One Touch Play feature for registrations.

Music Style Select (KN1500)

Music Style Select Operation

Guides on selecting music styles and their associated settings.

Music Style Arranger (KN920 KN1500)

Using Music Style Arranger

Explains how to use the Music Style Arranger for registration changes.

Changing Music Style During Performance

Details how to change music styles mid-performance.

Panel Memory Functionality

Storing Panel Settings

Guides on storing panel settings like sounds, volumes, and effects.

Panel Memory Modes and Functions

Panel Memory Mode Operations

Explains how to use the Panel Memory mode and expand filter.

Foot Switch Settings

Assigning Functions to Foot Switch

Details how to assign various functions to the optional Foot Switch.

Part IV: Sequencer

Sequencer Function Overview

Introduces the Sequencer's capabilities for recording and playback.

Sequencer Menu and Features

Sequencer Menu Structure

Outlines the menu items available within the Sequencer, such as P1, P2, P3.

Managing Songs in the Sequencer

Song Management Procedures

Guides on selecting, naming, and saving songs within the Sequencer.

Easy Record Functionality

Easy Record Procedure

Explains the steps for quick recording and playback using Easy Record.

Sequencer Parts Assignment

Sequencer Part Configuration

Lists and describes the parts that can be assigned within the Sequencer.

Realtime Record Functionality

Realtime Recording Procedure

Guides on recording performances in realtime with timing accuracy.

Cycle Record Functionality

Cycle Recording Procedure

Explains how to record musical phrases continuously using Cycle Record.

Sequencer Playback Operations

Playing Sequencer Songs

Guides on selecting songs and tracks for playback.

Sequencer Cycle Playback

Cycle Playback Procedure

Explains how to set up and perform cycle playback of selected tracks.

Step Record Functionality

Storing Chord Progressions

Guides on recording chord progressions using the Step Record feature.

Step Record Chord Progression

Storing and Correcting Chords

Details storing, correcting, and managing chord data.

Step Record Rhythm Progression

Storing and Correcting Rhythms

Guides on storing, correcting, and managing rhythm data.

Track Assign Functionality

Assigning Tracks to Parts

Explains how to assign tracks to different parts using the Track Assign feature.

Editing Recorded Performance

Selecting Edit Functions

Guides on selecting functions like Song Clear and Track Clear for editing.

Editing: Song Clear Procedure

Song Clear Operation

Explains how to erase recorded songs.

Track Clear and Quantize

Track Clear and Quantize Procedures

Guides on clearing tracks and correcting timing with Quantize.

Song Copy and Panel Write

Copying Songs and Panel Settings

Explains how to copy songs and write panel settings.

Sequencer Medley Functionality

Playing Sequencer Medleys

Guides on selecting and playing back songs in a medley.

Part V: Composer (KN920 KN1500)

Composer Function Outline

Introduces the Composer's capabilities for creating accompaniment patterns.

Composer Record Menu

Composer Record Options

Details the options available within the Composer Record menu.

Editing Preset Rhythm Patterns

Preparing to Edit Patterns

Guides on copying and preparing to edit existing rhythm patterns.

Creating New Rhythm Patterns

Rhythm Preparation Steps

Explains the steps for creating completely new rhythm patterns.

Creating New Rhythm Patterns (cont.)

Pattern Setup and Naming

Details setting up rhythm patterns, time signatures, and naming them.

Recording Rhythm Patterns

Rhythm Recording Procedure

Guides on adjusting tempo, selecting sounds, and recording rhythm parts.

Composer Playback and Modes

Playback Options and Modes

Explains how to play back recorded composer patterns in different modes.

Bend Range Adjustment

Adjusting Pitch Bend Range

Details how to adjust the pitch bend range for accompaniment and bass parts.

Composer Chord Map Functionality

Creating and Using Chord Maps

Guides on creating, selecting, and naming chord maps for accompaniment.

Recalling Composer Chord Maps

Chord Map Recall Procedure

Explains how to recall stored chord maps for use with performances.

Part VI: Song Memory (KN720)

Storing Performances (Save)

Guides on saving performances to memory or disk.

Recalling Stored Performances (Load)

Loading Performances

Explains how to load stored performances from memory or disk.

Part VII: Disk Drive (KN920 KN1500)

Disk Drive Function Overview

Introduces the capabilities of the internal memory and floppy disk drive.

Floppy Disk Drive Operations

Disk Drive Procedure Outline

Details the main parts and general procedures for disk drive operations.

Loading Data from Disk

Disk Load Procedures

Guides on loading data in various formats like Technics File, SMF, and Composer.

Data Loading Formats

Technics File and SMF Loading

Explains loading data saved in Technics File and SMF formats.

Playing Commercial Disks via Direct Play

Direct Play Operation

Guides on using Direct Play to play commercial song disks.

Formatting a Floppy Disk

Floppy Disk Formatting Procedure

Explains the process of formatting floppy disks for use.

Saving Data to Disk

Disk Save Procedures

Guides on saving performance data, Technics files, and SMF files to disk.

Managing Saved Data

File Deletion Procedure

Explains how to delete specific files from the disk.

Saving SMF Data and Songs

SMF Save and Song Saving

Guides on saving SMF data and individual songs to disk.

Managing Saved Data (cont.)

File Deletion and SMF Saving

Continues file deletion and SMF saving procedures.

Saving SMF Data and Songs (cont.)

SMF Save and Song Saving (cont.)

Details saving SMF data, naming new files, and saving songs.

Data Management (cont.)

SMF File Deletion

Explains the procedure for deleting SMF files.

Part VIII: Adjusting the Sounds

Outline of Sound Setting Mode

Introduces the Sound Setting mode for fine-tuning sounds.

Part Setting for Sound Adjustment

Adjusting Part-Specific Settings

Guides on adjusting Pan, Reverb, DSP Effect, and Sustain for each part.

Sound Setting Adjustments

Sustain, Key Scale, and Touch & Tune

Explains how to set Sustain, Key Scale, and adjust Touch & Tune.

Key Scaling Functionality

Key Scaling and Tuning Adjustment

Details how to adjust key scaling and user-defined tuning.

Left Hold Feature

Left Hold Mode Configuration

Explains how to set the Left Hold mode for Auto Play Chord performance.

Part IX: Creating Sounds (KN920 KN1500)

Outline of Sound Edit

Introduces the Sound Edit mode for creating new sounds.

Setting Sound Functions

Sound Naming and Writing

Guides on naming new sounds and writing them to memory.

Octave Shift Adjustment

Explains how to set the octave shift for keyboard parts.

Sound Editing Functions

Digital Effect and Vibrato Settings

Details adjusting Digital Effect type and Vibrato parameters.

Tone Select Function

Guides on selecting and adjusting tone parameters.

Sound Editing Functions (cont.)

Pitch and Mixer Adjustments

Explains how to adjust pitch and mixer settings like volume and balance.

Sound Editing Functions (cont.)

Envelope and Pitch Envelope Settings

Guides on adjusting sound envelopes for attack, decay, and sustain.

Part X: MIDI

Understanding MIDI

Explains what MIDI is and its terminals for data exchange.

MIDI Channels and Data Types

MIDI Channel Assignment

Details how MIDI channels are assigned to parts.

General MIDI Standard

Explains the General MIDI standard for data compatibility.

Outline of MIDI Functions

MIDI Function Menu Summary

Lists and describes the various MIDI functions and their page references.

Setting MIDI Functions

MIDI Channel and Common Settings

Guides on setting MIDI channels and common MIDI parameters.

Setting MIDI Functions (cont.)

Part Setting and Control Message

Explains setting parts and controlling MIDI messages.

Common MIDI Settings

Common MIDI Setting Details

Provides details on common MIDI settings like Program Change and GM Mode.

Control Message Functionality

Control Message Settings

Guides on enabling/disabling control messages and setting parameters.

InputOutput Settings

InputOutput Data Settings

Explains settings for input/output data like Chord, Drums, and Transpose.

Realtime and MIDI Preset Functions

Realtime Message and MIDI Presets

Details Realtime Message commands and MIDI Preset settings.

General MIDI Mode

General MIDI Mode Configuration

Guides on setting and enabling General MIDI mode.

Bulk Dump Functionality

Bulk Dump Procedures (TransmitReceive)

Explains procedures for transmitting and receiving data via Bulk Dump.

Initialize Instrument Settings

Initialization Procedure

Guides on resetting the instrument to factory preset conditions.

Instrument Options and Accessories

Optional Accessories

Lists optional accessories like Expression Pedals and Foot Switches.

Connecting Peripherals

Terminal Connections (KN720 KN920)

Details connections for Foot Switch, Phones/Line Out, and MIDI.

Terminal Connections (KN1500)

Details connections for Expression Pedal, Foot Switch, Line Out, Phones, and MIDI.

Troubleshooting: Symptoms and Remedies

Common Operational Issues

Lists common problems like button malfunction, no sound, and their remedies.

Troubleshooting: Performance Issues

Performance and Storage Problems

Addresses issues like storage not possible, noise from disk drives, and cabinet warmth.

Error Message Reference

Error Code Listings (Display and Content)

Provides a list of error codes and their descriptions for troubleshooting.

Error Message Reference (cont.)

Error Code Listings (continued)

Lists further error codes and their associated problems and remedies.

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