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CN29

Owner’s Manual
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AppendixThank you for purchasing this Kawai CN29 digital piano.
This owner’s manual contains important information regarding the instrument’s usage and operation.
Please read all sections carefully, keeping this manual handy for future reference.

 About this Owner’s Manual
Before attempting to play this instrument, please read the Introduction section from page 10 of this owner’s manual. This section
explains the name and function of each part, how to connect the power cable, and how to turn on the power.
The Playing the Piano section (page 18) provides an overview of the instrument’s most commonly used functions, allowing theCN29 digital piano to be enjoyed almost immediately after being connected, while the Music Menu section (page 24) includes
information regarding the built-in demonstration songs, Concert Magic songs, and Lesson function.
The Recorder section (page 34) provides instructions on how to record and play back pieces stored in the instrument’s internal
memory, and the Settings section (page 37) details the settings that can be used to adjust a number of sound and keyboard
characteristics, as well as system settings.
Finally, the Appendix section (page 52) includes listings for all demo, Concert Magic, and Lesson function songs, a troubleshooting
guide, assembly instructions, and full specification details.

Important Safety Instructions

Important Safety Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSINSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONSWARNINGCAUTIONTO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOTEXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

AVIS : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN THE AC ADAPTOR.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lighting flash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous
voltage" within the product's enclosure that may
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk ofelectric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateraltriangle is intended to alert the user to thepresence of important operating and maintenance(servicing) instructions in the leteratureaccompanying the product.

Examples of Picture Symbols
Denotes that care should be taken.
The example instructs the user to take care not to allow fingers to be trapped.
Denotes a prohibited operation.
The example instructs that disassembly of the product is prohibited.
Denotes an operation that should be carried out.
The example instructs the user to remove the power cord plug from the AC outlet.

Read all the instructions before using the product.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install inaccordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prongs areprovided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

410) Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from theapparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or tablespecified by the manufacturer, orsold with the apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms orwhen unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has beendamaged in any way, such as power-supply cord orplug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.

WARNING - When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following.

WARNING
The product should be connected toan AC outlet of the specified voltage.

Indicates a potential hazard that could result in death orserious injury if the product is handled incorrectly.
120V

230V

240V

• If you are going to use an AC power cord,

make sure that its has the correct plug shapeand conforms to the specified power voltage.
• Failure to do so may result in fire.

Do not insert or disconnect the power
cord plug with wet hands.

Doing so may cause electric shock.

Take care not to allow any foreign
matter to enter the product.

Entry of water, needles or hair pins may resultin breakdown or short-circuit.
The product shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such asvases, shall be placed on the product.

The chair must be used properly (it must be
used only when playing the product).
• Do not play with it or stand on it.
• Only one person is allowed to sit on it.
• Do not sit on it when opening the lid.
• Re-tighten the bolts occasionally.

Doing so may cause the chair to fall over or yourfingers to be trapped, resulting in injury.

When using the headphones, do notlisten for long periods oftime at high volume levels.

Doing so may result in hearing problems.

Do not lean against the keyboard.

Doing so may cause the product to fall over,resulting in injury.

Do not disassemble, repair or modify
the product.

Doing so may result in product breakdown, electric
shock or short-circuit.

When disconnecting the AC power cord's
plug, always hold the plugand pull it to remove it.

• Pulling the AC power cord itself may damage

The product is not completely disconnected from thepower supply even when the power switch is turned
off. If the product will not be used for a long time,
unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet.

• Failure to do so may cause fire in case of

the cord, causing a fire, electric shock or
short-circuit.

lightning.

• Failure to do so may over-heat the product,

resulting in fire.

This product may be equipped with a polarized line plug (one blade wider
than the other). This is a safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician toreplace your obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug.

It is a good practice to have the instrument near the AC outlet and the power cord plug in a position
so that it can readily be disconnected in an emergency because electricity is always charging
while the plug is in the AC outlet even in a power switch off condition.

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CAUTION

Indicates a potential hazard that could result in injury or
damage to the product or other property if the productis handled incorrectly.

Do not use the product in the following areas.
• Areas, such as those near windows, where the product is
exposed to direct sunlight• Extremely hot areas, such as near a heater• Extremely cold areas, such as outside• Extremely humid areas• Areas where a large amount of sand or dust is present• Areas where the product is exposed to excessive
vibrations

Using the product in such areas may result in
product breakdown.
Use the product only in moderate climates (notin tropical climates).

Use only the AC adaptor included with this instrument to power the instrument.
• Do not use other AC adaptors to power this instrument.
• Do not use the included AC adaptor or AC power cord to power other equipment.
When you close the keyboard cover,close it gently.

Before connecting cords, make surethat the power to this productand other devices is turned
OFF.

Closing it roughly may trap your fingers,
resulting in injury.

OFF

Failure to do so may cause breakdown of thisproduct and other devices.

Do not drag the product on the floor.
Take care not to drop the product.

Please lift up the product when moving it.
Please note that the product is heavy and must
be carried by more than two persons.
Dropping the product may result in breakdown.

Do not place the product near electricalappliances such as TVs and radios.

• Doing so may cause the product to generate

noise.

• If the product generates noise, move theproduct sufficiently away from the electricalappliance or connect it to another AC outlet.

When connecting the AC power cordand other cords, take care
not to get them tangled.

Failure to do so may damage them, resulting in
fire, electric shock or short-circuit.

Do not wipe the product with benzene
or thinner.

• Doing so may result in discoloration or deformationof the product.

• When cleaning the product, put a soft cloth inlukewarm water, squeeze it well, then wipe theproduct.

Do not stand on the product or exert
excessive force.

Doing so may cause the product to become
deformed or fall over, resulting in breakdown
or injury.

Do not place naked flame, such as lighted
candles on the product.

Doing so may cause the illumination to fall over,resulting in fire.

Ensure that the ventilation is not
impeded by covering the ventilation
openings with items, such as newspaper,
table-cloths, curtains, etc.

Failure to do so may over-heat the product,
resulting in fire.

The product should be located so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. Ensure aminimum distance of 5cm around the product for sufficient ventilation.

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The product should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:• The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
• Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the product.
• The product has been exposed to rain.
• The product does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.
• The product has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
Notes on Repair
Should an abnormality occur in the product, immediately turn the power OFF, disconnect the power cord plug, and then contact the shop from which
the product was purchased.
CAUTION:To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
ATTENTION:
Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu'au fond.
An information on Disposal for users
If your product is marked with this recycling symbol it means that, at the end of its life, you must dispose of it separately by taking it to an
appropriate collection point.
You should not mix it with general household waste. Disposing of this product correctly will prevent potential negative effects on the environmentand human health which could otherwise arise due to inappropriate waste handling.
For further details, please contact your local authority.
(European Union only)

Instruction for AC power cord (U.K.)

IMPORTANTTHE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE.
BLUE :NEUTRALBROWN :LIVE
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug,proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
Do not plug either terminal of the power cord to the the ground od AC outlet on the wall.

FCC Information (U.S.A)
CAUTION : Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate theequipment.
NOTE : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits aredesigned to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Declaration of Conformity
Products :Model Number :Responsible Party Name :Address :TelephoneElectronic Piano
CN29
Kawai America Corporation
2055 East University Drive Rancho
Dominguez, CA 90220
310-631-1771

The nameplate label is located on
the underside of the instrument, as
indicated below.

NameplateThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This applies only to products distributed by Kawai America Corporation.
About Bluetooth• The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any
use of such marks by Kawai Musical Instruments Mfg. Co., Ltd. is under license. Other trademarks and trade
names are those of their respective owners.
• Frequency Band of Radio: 2400~2483.5 MHz Maximum Transmit Power: 2.5 mW• Availability of Bluetooth function dependent on market location.

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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9

Introduction
Welcome to the Kawai CN29 digital piano. . . .  10
1. Feature Highlights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  10
2. Owner’s Manual Conventions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11

Part Names and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  12
Setting up the Piano. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  14
1. Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  14
2. Key cover and music rest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  15
3. Volume and headphones. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  16
4. Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  17

Playing the Piano
Selecting Sounds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  18
Dual Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  19
Four Hands Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  21
Metronome. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  22

Music Menu
Demo Songs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  24

Settings
Settings Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  37
1. Reverb. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  38
2. Transpose. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  39
3. Tone Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  40
4. Dual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  41
5. Four Hands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  41
6. Tuning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  41
7. Touch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  42
8. Smart Mode Virtual Technician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  43
9. Damper Noise. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  44
10. Key Volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  45
11. Spatial Headphone Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  46
12. Phones Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  47
13. Bluetooth MIDI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  48
14. MIDI Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  49
15. Auto Display Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  49
16. Auto Power Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  50
17. Startup Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  51
18. Factory Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  51

Appendix

Concert Magic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  25

Connecting to Other Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  52

Concert Magic song arrangement types. . . . . . . . . .  27

USB MIDI (USB to Host connector). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  53

Concert Magic playing mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  28
Concert Magic demo mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  29

Lesson Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  30
1. Selecting a lesson book and song. . . . . . . . . . . . . .  30
2. Listening to the selected lesson song. . . . . . . . . .  32
3. Practicing left and right-hand parts separately . . .  33

RecorderTroubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  54
Assembly Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  55
Demo Song List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  59
Concert Magic Song List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  59
Lesson Function Song Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  60
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  62

Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  34
1. Recording a song. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  34
2. Playing back a song. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  35
3. Deleting a song. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  36* For information regarding MIDI functions and settings, please
download the supplementary PDF manual from the Kawai Global
website: http://www.kawai-global.com/support/manual9Welcome to the Kawai CN29 digital piano

1 Feature Highlights‘Responsive Hammer III’ weighted-key action, with Ivory Touch key surfaces and Let-off simulation

Introduction

The CN29 digital piano’s Responsive Hammer III (RHIII) action recreates the distinctive touch of an acoustic grand piano, with
its realistic movement and accurate 3-sensor technology providing a smooth, natural, and highly responsive piano playing
experience. The weight of the keyboard is appropriately graded to mirror the heavier bass hammers and lighter treble
hammers of an acoustic piano, while structural reinforcements within the action assembly ensure greater stability duringfortissimo and staccato passages.
The CN29 digital piano also features Kawai’s Ivory Touch key surfaces that gently absorb finger moisture to assist the player’s
performance, while, let-off simulation recreates the subtle ‘notch’ sensation felt when softly playing the keys of a grandpiano, satisfying the expectations of the most discerning pianists.

Shigeru Kawai SK-EX and Kawai EX instruments reproduced with Harmonic Imaging sound technology
The CN29 digital piano captures the magnificent tone of Kawai’s flagship Shigeru Kawai SK-EX full concert grand piano.
Widely regarded as the ‘premier pianos of Japan’, Shigeru Kawai instruments grace the stages of concert halls and musicalinstitutions throughout the world, and are prized for their exceptional tonal clarity. In addition, the CN29 also features thedistinctive sound of Kawai’s highly acclaimed EX concert grand piano, which has frequently been selected by professional
pianists in such prestigious events as the Chopin, Tchaikovsky, and Rubinstein international piano competitions, among
others.
Both instruments have been carefully recorded, meticulously analysed, and faithfully reproduced with full 88-key sampling
using Harmonic Imaging™ sound technology. This unique process accurately recreates the broad dynamic range of theoriginal grand pianos, affording pianists an extraordinary level of expressiveness ranging from the softest pianissimo to thestrongest, boldest fortissimo.

Integrated Bluetooth® MIDI connectivity
In addition to standard MIDI jacks for connecting to other instruments, the CN29 digital piano also boasts integrated
Bluetooth MIDI technology that allows the instrument to communicate with supported smart devices wirelessly. Once
connected to a phone, tablet, or laptop, CN29 digital piano owners can enjoy a wide variety of exciting music-related appsthat enhance their learning and playing experience without additional cables.
* Availability of Bluetooth function dependent on market location.

Internal Song recorder, Built-in Lesson Function
The CN29 digital piano features a three song recorder, allowing performances to be recorded to internal memory andplayed back at the touch of a button.
In addition, the convenient lesson feature allows aspiring pianists to learn the piano using a built-in collection of etudes
from Czerny and Burgmüller, or songs from the popular Alfred course books. The left and right hand parts for each piececan be practiced separately, while adjusting the tempo allows more difficult passages to be perfected.

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2 Owner’s Manual Conventions
This owner’s manual utilises a number of illustrative conventions in order to explain the CN29 digital piano’s various
functions. The examples below provide an overview of the button LED indicator states and press types, and theappearance of difference kinds of text.

Introduction

 Button LED indicator states

LED indicator off:Sound/Function is not selected.

LED indicator on:
Sound/Function is selected.

LED indicator flashing:Sound/Function is selected in a
temporary state.

 Button press types

Press twice:
Select a sound or function.

×4

×2

Normal press:
Select a sound or function.

Press multiple times:
Cycle through sounds or settings.

 Text appearance
Normal instruction and explanation text
is written in regular type at 9 pt. size.

Captions explaining the display or
button functions, are written in boldtype at 8.5 pt. size.

* Notes about functions are marked with anasterisk and written in 8 pt. size.

Reminders about previous operations are
written in italic type at 9 pt. size.

Example operations are written in italic typeat 8 pt. size, and enclosed within a grey box.

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Part Names and Functions

Introduction

c

d

e

f

h

g

i

j

k

a

b

l

p

12

m

n

o

hi UP / DOWN button

This button is used to turn the CN29 digital piano on/off.
Be sure to turn off the instrument after playing.

These buttons are used cycle through sounds, navigate throughmenus, and adjust values.

b MASTER VOLUME slider

j METRONOME button

This slider controls the master volume level of the CN29 digital
piano’s built-in speakers or headphones, if connected.

This button is used to turn the metronome function on/off, andalso to adjust its tempo, time signature, and volume settings.

c OLED Display

k SOUND SELECT button

The OLED display provides useful information such as thecurrently selected sound name, settings values, and the statusof other functions when active. An example of the main playscreen is shown below.

This button is used to select the sound(s) that will be heard
when the keys are pressed.

Transpose status
BluetoothstatusSelected
sound
Function #1

Scrollbar

Function #2

Pressing both the [METRONOME] and [SOUND SELECT] buttons
simultaneously will activate DUAL mode, allowing two different
voices to be played together.

l PEDAL connector
This connector is used to connect the CN29 digital piano’s pedalboard to the instrument.

m DC IN jackThis jack is used to connect the AC adaptor.

* A protective plastic film is attached to the display during production.
Please remove this film before attempting to play the instrument.

n USB to Host port

de FUNCTION buttons

This port is use to connect the instrument to a computer usinga USB ‘B to A’ type cable in order to send and receive MIDI data.

These buttons are used to select functions/options shown at
the bottom of the display An example is shown below.

o MIDI IN / OUT jacks
These jacks are used to connect the CN29 digital piano toexternal MIDI devices, such as other musical instruments or acomputer, in order to send and receive MIDI data.

p PHONES jacks
f REC button
This button is used to record performances to the CN29 digital
piano’s internal memory.

These jacks are used to connect stereo headphones to theCN29 digital piano. 1/4” and 1/8” connectors are provided forconvenience, and both can be used simultaneously, allowing
two pairs of headphones to be connected at the same time.

g PLAY / STOP button
This button is used to start/stop the playback of Recorder songs
stored in memory and CN29 digital piano’s built-in Lessons
songs.

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Introduction

a POWER button

Setting up the Piano

1 Power
1. Connecting the power adaptor to the instrument

Introduction

Connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN terminal located on
the underside of the instrument, as indicated below.

2. Connecting the power adaptor to an outlet
Connect the AC power adaptor to an AC outlet.

3. Turning on the powerPress the POWER button, located on the right hand side of the
instrument’s front panel.
The instrument will turn on, and the words ‘SK Concert Grand’will be shown in the display, indicating that the SK Concert
Grand sound is selected, and the instrument is ready to beplayed.

* The CN29 digital piano incorporates power saving features that canturn off the display and the instrument automatically after a specified
period of inactivity. For more information, please refer to the ‘Auto
Display Off’ and ‘Auto Power Off’ settings on pages 49 and 50.

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 Opening the key coverGently lift the key cover with both hands, then slowly push it back, into the instrument’s body.

Introduction

To close the key cover, slowly pull the handle with both hands, then gently lower it downward.
* Please close the lid slowly in order to avoid injury.

 Adjusting the music rest
Lift the music rest, then lower the metal prop (rear side) into the recessed holder to set the desired music rest angle.
* The music rest can be set to one of three different angle positions.

Prop and holder

To lower the music rest, gently lift the prop from the recessed holder, then lower the music rest.
* Please lower the music rest slowly in order to avoid injury.

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3 Volume and headphones
 Adjusting the volume
The [MASTER VOLUME] slider controls the volume level of the
instrument’s speakers, or headphones if connected.

Introduction

Move the slider up to increase the volume, and down todecrease the volume.
Use this slider to set the volume to a comfortable listening level– the middle is often a good starting point.

IncreasevolumeDecreasevolume Using headphones
Use the jacks located beneath the keyboard on the left handside, to connect stereo headphones to the CN29 digital piano.
1/4” and 1/8” connectors are provided for convenience.
Two pairs of headphones can be connected and usedsimultaneously.

 Attaching the headphone hook (optional)
A headphone hook is included with the CN29 digital piano andcan be used to hang headphones when not in use.
If desired, attach the headphone hook to the underside of the
keyboard as shown in the illustration opposite.
* For more information, please refer to the ‘Assembly Instructions’ on
page 5816

4 Pedals
As with a grand piano, the CN29 digital piano features three pedals: sustain, sostenuto, and soft.

 Sustain pedal (right pedal)

The sustain pedal is capable of responding to half pedaling.

Introduction

Depressing this pedal sustains the sound after one’s hands havebeen lifted from the keyboard – greatly enriching the pianosound, while also assisting smooth ‘legato’ passages.
Soft pedal
Sostenuto pedal
Sustain pedal

 Soft pedal (left pedal)

 Sostenuto pedal (centre pedal)

Depressing this pedal softens the sound, reducing its volume.

Depressing this pedal after playing the keyboard and before
releasing the keys, sustains the sound of only those notes thathave been played. Any keys that are subsequently played after
the sostenuto pedal is depressed will not be sustained.

When the Jazz Organ sound is selected, the soft pedal is also
used to alternate the speed of the rotary simulation between‘Slow’ and ‘Fast’ effect modes.

 Pedal support bolt
A pedal support bolt is attached at the base of the pedal board
to aid stability when the pedals are pushed.
Turn the bolt anti-clockwise until it makes contact with the floor
and supports the pedals firmly. If the pedal support bolt does
not make contact with the floor, the pedal board may become
damaged.

Pedal support bolt

When moving the instrument, always adjust or remove the pedal
support bolt, then readjust when the instrument is in its new position.

 Caring for the pedals
If the surface of the pedals becomes dirty, clean the pedals using a dry dish-washing sponge.
Do not attempt to clean the pedals using rust-removing solvents, abrasives or files.

 Grand Feel Pedal System
The CN29 digital piano features the Grand Feel Pedal System, which replicates the sustain, soft, and sostenuto pedal weighting of a
Shigeru Kawai SK Concert Grand piano.

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Selecting Sounds
The CN29 digital piano features 19 different instrument sounds, which can be selected in one of two ways.
By default the ‘SK Concert Grand’ sound will be selected automatically when the instrument is turned on.

Playing the Piano Available sounds
Acoustic piano sound

Other sounds

SK Concert GrandClassic E.Piano

EX Concert Grand

Modern E.Piano

Upright Piano

Jazz OrganStudio Grand

Church OrganStudio Grand 2

Harpsichord

Mellow Grand

Vibraphone

Mellow Grand 2

String Ensemble

Modern Piano

Slow Strings
Choir
New Age Pad
Atmosphere Selecting a sound: Method 1
Press the [SOUND SELECT] button repeatedly to cycle through the 19 available instrument sounds.
[Power On]

Press once

SK Concert Grand

Press 17 times

EX Concert Grand

Press once

Atmosphere

SK Concert GrandThe name of the selected sound will be shown in the display: Selecting a sound: Method 2
Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to cycle through the 19
available instrument sounds.
or18* The preferred sound can be stored to the Startup Setting memory for
automatic selection when the instrument is turned on. Please refer topage 51 for more information.

Dual Mode
The Dual Mode function allows two sounds to be layered together, creating a more complex sound.
For example, a piano sound layered with strings, or an electric piano combined with a harpsichord etc.

 Entering Dual Mode
While the normal playing screen is shown in the display:Press the [METRONOME] and [SOUND SELECT] buttons
simultaneously to enable Dual Mode.

Main sound(selected)

Layered sound* When Dual Mode is enabled, the Slow Strings sound will automaticallybe selected as the layered sound.

 Changing the main/layered sounds
While Dual Mode is enabled:
Press the [SOUND SELECT] button to move the selection cursor
over the main or layered sound.

Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to change the assigned sound.

or* The preferred Dual Mode sound combination can be stored to theStartup Setting memory for automatic selection when the instrument
is turned on. Please refer to page 51 for more information.

 Adjusting the main/layered sound volume balanceContinued overleaf.

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Playing the Piano

The Dual screen will be shown in the display, with the names ofthe main and layered sounds indicated.

Dual Mode Adjusting the main/layered sound volume balance
While Dual Mode is enabled:
Press the [1] function button (EDIT) to show the Dual Mode edit
screen.
The right number represents the main sound volume, while theleft number represents the layered sound volume.

Playing the Piano

Layered soundvolumeMain soundvolumePress the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to change the volume balance
between the main and layered sounds.

or* To reset the Dual Mode volume balance to the default value, press the[UP] and [DOWN] buttons simultaneously.

* The preferred Dual Mode volume balance can be stored to the Startup
Setting memory for automatic selection when the instrument isturned on. Please refer to page 51 for more information.

 Exiting Dual Mode
Press the [2] function button (BACK) to exit Dual Mode andreturn to normal operation.

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Four Hands Mode
The Four Hands Mode function divides the keyboard into two sections, with the sustain (right) and soft (left) pedal
acting as independent sustain pedals for each section. The octave/pitch of each section is also adjusted, allowing
two people to perform piano duets within the same key range using a single instrument.

 Entering Four Hands Mode
While the normal playing screen is shown in the display:Press the [1] function button (MENU) to show the Settings menu.

Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to move the selection cursor
over the 4Hands function.

×4

Playing the Pianoor

Press the [1] function button (ENTER) to enter Four Hands Mode.

* When Four Hands Mode is enabled, the Split Point dividing the left
and right sections is set to key F4, and cannot be changed. In addition,
the Recorder function will be disabled.

 Changing the Four Hands Mode soundPress the [SOUND SELECT] button or [UP] / [DOWN] buttons tochange the selected sound.

* When Four Hands Mode is enabled, the selected sound will be used
for both the left and right sections.

 Exiting Four Hands Mode
While Four Hands Mode is enabled:×2

Press the [2] function button (BACK) to exit Four Hands Modeand return to the Settings menu, then press the [2] function
button (BACK) again to exit the Settings menu and return tonormal operation.

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Metronome
The Metronome function provides a steady beat to aid practicing the piano at a consistent tempo.
The tempo, time signature, and volume of the metronome can be freely adjusted.

 Turning the Metronome on/off
Press the [METRONOME] button.
The LED indicator for the [METRONOME] button will turn on toindicate that the metronome function is in use, and a 4/4 beatwill start to count.

Playing the Piano

The Metronome screen will be shown in the display.

* By default the metronome will count with a 1/4 beat at 120 bpm.

Press the [METRONOME] button again to stop the metronome
and return to normal operation.

 Adjusting the Metronome tempo
While the Metronome screen is shown in the display:Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to move the selection cursor
over the Tempo setting.

orPress the [1] function button (ENTER) to enter the Tempo setting.

Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to adjust the tempo.
or* The metronome tempo can be adjusted within the range of 10~300
bpm.

Press the [2] function button (BACK) to exit the Tempo setting
screen and return to the metronome screen.

22* The preferred metronome tempo can be stored to the Startup Setting
memory for automatic selection when the instrument is turned on.
Please refer to page 51 for more information.

 Changing the Metronome time signature/beatWhile the Metronome screen is shown in the display:Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to move the selection cursor
over the Beat setting.

or

Playing the Piano

Press the [1] function button (ENTER) to enter the Beat setting.

Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to change the time signature.
or* The metronome can be set to one of seven time signatures: 1/4, 2/4,
3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 3/8, and 6/8.

* The preferred metronome time signature can be stored to the Startup
Setting memory for automatic selection when the instrument isturned on. Please refer to page 51 for more information.

 Changing the Metronome volume
While the Metronome screen is shown in the display:Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to move the selection cursor
over the Volume setting.

orPress the [1] function button (ENTER) to enter the Volume setting.

Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to change the volume.
or* The metronome volume can be set within the range of 1~10.

* The preferred metronome volume can be stored to the Startup Setting
memory for automatic selection when the instrument is turned on.
Please refer to page 51 for more information.

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Demo Songs
The CN29 digital piano includes a selection of demonstration songs to introduce each internal sound.
For a complete listing of demonstration songs, please refer to page 59 of this owner’s manual.

 Entering Demo Songs mode
While the normal playing screen is shown in the display:Press the [2] function button (MUSIC) to show the Music menu.
The Demo Songs mode should be pre-selected.

Music Menu

Press the [1] function button (ENTER) to enter Demo Songsmode.

 Playing/Stopping demo songs
While Demo Songs mode is enabled:
Press the [PLAY/STOP] button.
The demo song for the SK Concert Grand sound will start to play.
* When the SK Concert Grand demo song has finished, another demosong will be selected at random. This process will continue until all of
the demo songs have been played.

Press the [PLAY/STOP] button again to stop song playback.

 Selecting a demo song
While Demo Songs mode is enabled:
Press the [SOUND SELECT] button or [UP] / [DOWN] buttons tochange the selected demo song.

 Exiting Demo Songs mode
Press the [2] function button (BACK) to exit Demo Songs mode and return to the Music menu, then press the [2] function button(EXIT) again to exit the Music menu and return to normal operation.

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Concert Magic
The Concert Magic function allows complete beginners to enjoy playing the piano by simply selecting one of the 40
pre-programmed songs, then tapping the keyboard with a steady rhythm and tempo.
For a complete listing of available Concert Magic songs, please refer to page 59 of this owner’s manual.

 Entering Concert Magic mode
While the normal playing screen is shown in the display:Press the [2] function button (MUSIC) to show the Music menu.

orMusic Menu

Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to move the selection cursor
over Concert Magic mode.

Press the [1] function button (ENTER) to enter Concert Magic
mode.

 Performing a Concert Magic song
While Concert Magic mode is enabled:
Press keys on the keyboard.
The song will advance with every key that is pressed.
Pressing the keys gently will produce a soft sound, whilepressing heavily will produce a loud sound.
Similarly, pressing the keys quickly will increase the tempo of
the song, while pressing slowly will decrease the tempo.

 Selecting a Concert Magic song
Continued overleaf.

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Concert Magic Selecting a Concert Magic song
While Concert Magic mode is enabled:
Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to select the desired Concert
Magic song.

or Exiting Concert Magic mode
While Concert Magic mode is enabled:
Press the [2] function button (BACK) to exit Concert Magic
mode and return to the Music menu, then press the [2] function
button (EXIT) again to exit the Music menu and return to normal
operation.

Music Menu

×2

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Concert Magic song arrangement types
Concert Magic songs are divided into three different arrangement types: Easy Beat (EB), Melody Play (MP), andSkillful (SK). Each arrangement type requires a different level of skill to be performed correctly.

 Easy Beat

EB

These are the easiest songs to play. To perform them, simply tap out a constant, steady beat on any key of the keyboard.
For example, when playing the piece ‘Für Elise’, a constant, steady rhythm should to be maintained throughout the song.

Key on:X X

X X X X X X

X X X X X X

X X X X

X X

MPThese songs are also relatively easy to play, especially if they are familiar to the player. To perform them, tap out the rhythm of the
melody on any key of the keyboard. Singing along as the rhythm is tapped can be helpful.
For example, when playing the piece ‘Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star’, the rhythm of the melody should be played.
* When performing fast Concert Magic songs, it may be easier to press different keys with two alternating fingers in order to achieve greater speed.

Key on:

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

 Skillful

SK

These songs range in difficulty from moderately difficult to difficult. To perform them, tap out the rhythm of both the melody andthe accompaniment notes on any key of the keyboard.
For example, when playing the piece ‘Waltz of the Flowers’, the rhythm of both the melody and the accompaniment should beplayed.

Key on:

X

X

X

X

X

X

X X

X

X

X

X

X

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Music Menu

 Melody PlayConcert Magic

Concert Magic playing mode
The Concert Magic playing mode setting changes the Concert Magic playing mode, allowing all Concert Magic
songs to be played by simply tapping any key with a constant steady beat, regardless of the song arrangement type.

 Concert Magic playing mode
Concert Magic playing mode

Description

Normal (default)

Concert Magic songs will be performed according to their arrangement type.

Steady Beat

All Concert Magic songs will be performed by tapping the key with a constant beat.

 Changing the Concert Magic playing mode
While Concert Magic mode is enabled:

Music Menu

Press the [1] function button (EDIT) to enter the Concert Magic
edit screen.

Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to select the Playing Modesetting.

orPress the [1] function button to enter the Playing Mode setting
screen.

Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to change the Playing Mode.

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orConcert Magic demo mode
The Concert Magic demo mode allows Concert Magic songs to be listened to without pressing the keys. There are
four playback methods: All Play, Category Play, Repeat Play, and Random Play.

 Concert Magic demo mode
Concert Magic demo mode

Description

All Play

Play the selected Concert Magic song, then play the rest of the songs in numerical order.

Category Play

Play the selected Concert Magic song, then play the rest of the songs in the same category.

Repeat Play (default)

Play the selected Concert Magic song repeatedly.

Random Play

Play the selected Concert Magic song, then play the rest of the songs in random order.

 Playing/Stopping Concert Magic songs
While Concert Magic mode is enabled:
Press the [PLAY/STOP] button.

Music Menu

The selected Concert Magic song will start to play.
* By default, the selected song will play repeatedly until it is stopped.
This behaviour can be changed using the Playing Mode setting.

Press the [PLAY/STOP] button again to stop song playback.

 Changing the Concert Magic demo mode
While Concert Magic mode is enabled:
Press the [1] function button (EDIT) to enter the Concert Magic
edit screen. The Demo Mode setting should be pre-selected.

Press the [1] function button (ENTER) to enter the Demo Modesetting screen.

Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to change the Demo Mode.

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29Lesson Function
The Lesson function allows budding pianists to practice the piano using a selection of built-in song books.
The left and right hand parts for each piece can be practiced separately, while adjusting the tempo allows difficult
passages to be perfected.
For a complete listing of available Lesson Function songs, please refer to page 60 of this owner’s manual.

 Built-in lesson function song books
US, Canada, Australasia

Rest of the WorldBook 1

Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1A

Beyer 106 (Vorschule im Klavierspiel, Opus 101)

Book 2

Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1B

Burgmüller 25 (25 Etudes Faciles, Opus 100)

Book 3Beyer 106 (Vorschule im Klavierspiel, Opus 101)

Czerny 30 (Etudes de Mécanisme, Opus 849)

Book 4

Burgmüller 25 (25 Etudes Faciles, Opus 100)

Chopin Walzer (Chopin waltzes series 1-19)

Book 5

Czerny 30 (Etudes de Mécanisme, Opus 849)

Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1ABook 6

Chopin Walzer (Chopin waltzes series 1-19)

Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1B* Lesson books sold separately - please refer to page 61 of this owner’s manual for more information.

Music Menu

1 Selecting a lesson book and song
 Entering Lesson mode
While the normal playing screen is shown in the display:Press the [2] function button (MUSIC) to show the Music menu.

Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to move the selection cursor
over Lesson mode.

Press the [1] function button (ENTER) to enter Lesson mode andshow the Lesson book selection screen.

30or Selecting a Lesson book and song
While Lesson mode is enabled:
Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to select the desired Lesson
book.

or

Press the [1] function button (ENTER) to confirm the selected
Lesson book.

orMusic Menu

Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to select the desired Lesson
song.

* The Beyer lesson book includes 106 exercises. Exercise no.1 consistsof 12 variations, while exercise no.2 consists of 8 variations.

31Lesson Function

2 Listening to the selected lesson song
This section will explain how to play and stop the selected lesson song, and adjust the tempo.

 Playing the lesson song
After selecting a lesson book and song:
Press the [PLAY/STOP] button.
A one bar count-in will be heard, then the selected Lesson song
will start to play.
* The metronome time signature and tempo will automatically be set tothat of the currently selected lesson song.
* By default, the both the left hand and right hand parts of the lessonsong will play. This behaviour can be changed using the Part Modesetting.

Press the [PLAY/STOP] button again to stop song playback.

 Adjusting the tempo of the lesson song

Music Menu

After selecting a lesson book and song:
Press the [METRONOME] button.
The metronome will start to count, and the current tempo will
be shown in the display.
* If the lesson song is not playing, the metronome will not count.

Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to adjust the tempo.

or* The metronome tempo can be adjusted within the range of 10~300
bpm.
* To restore the metronome tempo to the original tempo, press the [UP]and [DOWN] buttons simultaneously.

Press the [METRONOME] button again to stop the metronome
and return to the Lesson song screen.
* To return to the Lesson song screen without stopping the metronome,press the [2] function button (BACK).

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or3 Practicing left and right-hand parts separately
This section will explain how to mute/activate the left and right-hand parts of the selected lesson song, allowing
each part to be practiced separately.

 Changing the lesson part mode
After selecting a lesson book and song:
Press the [1] function button (EDIT) to enter the Lesson Part
Mode setting screen.
By default, both the left hand and right hand parts will be set
to play.

orMusic Menu

Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to change the Part Modesetting.

* To practise the left hand part, set the part mode setting to Right (i.e.
play right hand only). To practise the right hand part, set the partmode setting to Left (i.e. play left hand only).

 Exiting the part mode setting
While the lesson part mode setting screen is shown in the display:Press the [2] function button (BACK) to exit the lesson part modesetting screen and return to the Lesson song screen.

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Recorder
The CN29 digital piano allows up to 3 different songs to be recorded, stored in internal memory, and played backat the touch of a button.

1 Recording a song
1. Entering song recorder mode
While the normal playing screen is shown in the display:Press the [REC] button.
The LED indicator for the [REC] button will start to flash, toindicate that the piano is in recording standby mode, and theRecorder screen will be shown in the display.

2. Selecting a song memory
Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to select the desired Recordersong memory to record to.
orRecorderSong has beenrecorded to** If a Recorder song memory has already been recorded to, a symbol
will be shown. If this song memory is recorded to again, the previously
recorded song will be erased.

3. Starting and stopping the song recorder
Press a key on the keyboard.
The LED indicators for the [PLAY/STOP] and [REC] buttons willturn on, and recording will start.
* Recording can also be started by pressing the [PLAY/STOP] button,allowing a rest period or empty bar to be inserted at the beginning of
the song.

4. Stopping the song recorder
Press the [PLAY/STOP] button.
The LED indicators for the [PLAY/STOP] and [REC] buttons willturn off and the recorder song will be stored to internal memory.
* The maximum recording capacity is approximately 10,000 notes.
* Recorder songs will remain in memory after the power is turned off.

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2 Playing back a song
1. Entering song playback mode
While the normal playing screen is shown in the display:Press the [PLAY/STOP] button.
The LED indicator for the [PLAY/STOP] button will turn on, andthe Recorder screen will be shown in the display.

Newly recordedsong

If the selected song memory has already been recorded to,song playback will start automatically.

2. Selecting a song memory
Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to select the desired Recordersong memory to play.
orRecorder3. Exiting song playback mode
Press the [2] function button (EXIT) to exit the Recorder screen
and return to normal operation.

 Adjusting the playback tempo of the song
While the recorder screen is shown in the display:Press the [METRONOME] button to show the tempo adjustment
screen, then press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to adjust thetempo.

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Recorder

3 Deleting a song
1. Selecting a song memory
While the recorder screen is shown in the display:Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to select the desired Recordersong memory to delete.

orSong has beenrecorded to* If a Recorder song memory has already been recorded to, awill be shown.

* symbol

2. Deleting the selected song
Press the [1] function button (DELETE).
A confirmation message will be shown in the display, prompting
to confirm or cancel the delete operation.

RecorderPress the [1] function button (YES) to confirm the delete
operation, or the [2] function button (NO) to cancel.

36orSettings Menu
The Settings menu allow various aspects of the CN29 digital piano to be adjusted. Once adjusted, preferred settings
can be stored to the Startup Setting memory for automatic selection when the instrument is turned on.

 Settings menu
Setting name

Description

Default setting

ReverbChange the type of reverberation added to the sound.

On

Transpose

Increase or decrease the pitch of the keyboard in semi-tone steps.

0

Tone Control

Change the EQ settings of the instrument’s sound.

Flat

Dual

Select the ‘Dual Mode’ function.

-

Four Hands

Select the ‘Split Mode’ function.

-

TuningIncrease or decrease the pitch of the keyboard in 0.5 Hz steps.

440.0 Hz

Touch

Change the touch sensitivity of the keyboard.

NormalSmart Mode

Change various characteristics of the piano sound.

NormalDamper Noise

Adjust the volume of the damper noise sound.

5

Key Volume

Adjust the volume of individual keys.

Off

Spatial Headphone Sound

Select the desired Spatial Headphone Sound mode.

NormalPhones Type

Select the type of headphones to be used with the instrument.

NormalBluetooth MIDI

Enable/disable the instrument’s Bluetooth MIDI function.

On

MIDI Settings *Change various MIDI settings-

Auto Display Off

Enable/disable the display’s Auto Display Off function.

5 min

Auto Power Off

Enable/disable the instrument’s Auto Power Off energy saving function.

-

Startup Setting

Store current settings as the default (power-on) configuration.

-

Factory Reset

Restore all settings to the original factory configuration.

-* For information regarding MIDI functions and settings, please download the supplementary PDF manual from the Kawai Global website:
http://www.kawai-global.com/support/manual/ Entering the settings menu, selecting a setting
While the normal playing mode screen is shown in the display:

Settings

Press the [1] function button (MENU) to show the Settings menu.

Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to move the selection cursor
over the desired setting.

orPress the [1] function button (ENTER) to enter the desired setting.

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Settings

1 Reverb
The Reverb setting adds reverberation to the sound, simulating the acoustic environment of a recital room, stage,or concert hall. The most suitable reverb type is applied automatically when selecting each sound, however it is also
possible to select a different reverb type manually if desired.

 Reverb type
Reverb type

Description

Off

Disables the reverb effect.

Room

Simulates the ambiance of a small rehearsal room.

LoungeSimulates the ambience of piano lounge.

Small Hall

Simulates the ambiance of a small hall.

Concert Hall

Simulates the ambiance of a concert hall or theater.

Live Hall

Simulates the ambiance of a live hall or stage.

Cathedral

Simulates the ambiance of a large cathedral.

1. Changing the Reverb setting
After entering the Reverb setting:Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to select the desired Reverb
type.
* The preferred Reverb type setting can be stored to the Startup Setting
memory for automatic selection when the instrument is turned on.
Please refer to page 51 for more information.
* To reset this setting to the default value, press the [UP] and [DOWN]
buttons simultaneously.

2 Exiting the Reverb setting

Settings

Press the [2] function button (BACK) to exit the Reverb setting
and return to the Settings menu.

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2 Transpose
The Transpose setting allows the pitch of the CN29 digital piano keyboard to be raised or lowered in semi-tone
steps. This is particularly useful when accompanying instruments with different tones, or when a song learned in
one key must be played in another key. When transposed, the song can be played in the original key, yet heard ina different key.

1. Adjusting the Transpose setting
After entering the Transpose setting:Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to increase or decrease thevalue of the Transpose setting.
* The Transpose setting can be adjusted within the range of –12~+12
semi-tones.
* The preferred Transpose setting can be stored to the Startup Setting
memory for automatic selection when the instrument is turned on.
Please refer to page 51 for more information.
* To reset this setting to the default value, press the [UP] and [DOWN]
buttons simultaneously.

2 Exiting the Transpose setting

Settings

Press the [2] function button (BACK) to exit the Transposesetting and return to the Settings menu.

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Settings

3 Tone Control
The Tone Control setting allows the overall sound character of the CN29 digital piano to be adjusted to provide
the best sound quality within the area that the instrument is located. There are eight different preset EQ settings
available, including an adjustable Brilliance tone control type.

 Tone Control setting
Tone Control type

Description

Flat (default)

Tone control adjustment is not applied.

Brilliance

Adjusts the overall brightness of the sound, independently of the Virtual Technician ‘Voicing’ parameter.

Bass Boost

Emphasises low-range frequencies, creating a deeper sound.

Bass Cut

Reduces low-range frequencies, creating a clearer sound.

Mid BoostEmphasises mid-range frequencies, creating a harder sound.

Loudness

Emphasises frequencies to retain the instrument’s sound character when playing at low volume levels.

BrightEmphasises high-range frequencies, creating a brighter sound.

Mellow

Reduces high-range frequencies, creating a softer sound.

1. Changing the Tone Control setting
After entering the Tone Control setting:Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to select the desired Tone
Control type.
* The preferred Tone Control type setting can be stored to the Startup
Setting memory for automatic selection when the instrument isturned on. Please refer to page 51 for more information.
* To reset this setting to the default value, press the [UP] and [DOWN]
buttons simultaneously.

2 Exiting the Tone Control setting

Settings

Press the [2] function button (BACK) to exit the Tone Control
setting and return to the Settings menu.

 Adjusting the Brilliance value
After selecting the Brilliance tone control type:Press the [1] function button (EDIT) to enter the Brilliance tone
control setting.
Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to increase or decrease thevalue of the Brilliance tone control setting.
* The Brilliance tone control setting can be adjusted within the range of–10~+10.

40* To reset this setting to the default value, press the [UP] and [DOWN]
buttons simultaneously.

4 Dual / 5 Four Hands
Please refer to pages 19 and 21 for information regarding the Dual and Four Hands mode functions.

6 Tuning
The Tuning setting allows the overall pitch of the CN29 digital piano to be raised and lowered in 0.5 Hz steps, andmay therefore prove useful when playing with other instruments.

1. Adjusting the Tuning setting
After entering the Tuning setting:Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to increase or decrease thevalue of the Tuning setting.
* The Tuning setting can be adjusted within the range of 427~453 Hz.
* The preferred Tuning setting can be stored to the Startup Setting
memory for automatic selection when the instrument is turned on.
Please refer to page 51 for more information.
* To reset this setting to the default value, press the [UP] and [DOWN]
buttons simultaneously.

2 Exiting the Tuning setting

Settings

Press the [2] function button (BACK) to exit the Tuning setting
and return to the Settings menu.

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Settings

7 TouchAs with an acoustic piano, the CN29 digital piano produces a louder sound when the keys are struck with force, anda softer sound when the keys are played gently. The volume and tonal character change in relation to the strengthand speed of playing - on a digital piano this system is referred to as ‘touch sensitivity’.
The Touch setting allows the touch sensitivity of the keyboard to be conveniently adjusted. There are four different
preset touch settings available.

 Touch type
Touch typeLight

Description
A louder volume is produced even when playing with a soft touch.
This setting is recommended for children and organ players, or for those still developing finger strength.

Normal (default)

Reproduces the standard touch sensitivity of an acoustic piano.

Heavy

Requires a heavier touch to produce a loud volume.
This setting is recommended to those with stronger fingers.

OffA constant volume is produced regardless of how hard the keys are struck.
This setting is recommended for sounds that have a fixed dynamic range such as organ and harpsichord.

1. Changing the Touch setting
After entering the Touch setting:Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to select the desired Touch
type.
* The preferred Touch type setting can be stored to the Startup Setting
memory for automatic selection when the instrument is turned on.
Please refer to page 51 for more information.
* To reset this setting to the default value, press the [UP] and [DOWN]
buttons simultaneously.

2 Exiting the Touch setting

Settings

Press the [2] function button (BACK) to exit the Touch setting
and return to the Settings menu.

428 Smart Mode Virtual Technician
An experienced piano technician is essential to fully realise the potential of a fine acoustic piano. In addition to
meticulously tuning each note, the technician also performs numerous regulation and voicing adjustments thatallow the instrument to truly sing.
The CN29 digital piano’s Smart Mode Virtual Technician simulates these refinements digitally, with ten preset
configurations that adjust various characteristics of the grand piano sound to match different musical styles.

 Virtual Technician type
Virtual Technician type

Description

Normal (default)

The default piano sound without additional adjustments.

NoiselessA piano adjusted to minimise additional damper and string resonances, and mechanism noises.

Deep ResonanceA piano adjusted to emphasise damper and string resonances.

Light ResonanceA piano adjusted to reduce damper and string resonances.

Soft

A piano adjusted by softening the hammers and increasing the touch weight of the keyboard in orderto produce a softer tone that is suitable for slow, quiet pieces.

BrilliantA piano adjusted by hardening the hammers in order to produce a brighter tone for modern pieces.

Clean

A piano adjusted by hardening the hammers and reducing the damper and string resonances.

Full

A piano adjusted to emphasise dynamics with a lightened keyboard touch and powerful damper andstring resonances.

Dark

A piano adjusted by hardening the hammers and increasing the touch weight of the keyboard, in orderto produce a dark, gloomy tone.

Rich

A piano adjusted by lightening the touch weight of the keyboard and increasing damper and string
resonances.

Historical

A piano adjusted for romantic, classical music, with a bright, open tone.

1. Changing the Virtual Technician setting
After entering the Virtual Technician setting:Settings

Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to select the desired Virtual
Technician type.
* The preferred Virtual Technician type setting can be stored to theStartup Setting memory for automatic selection when the instrument
is turned on. Please refer to page 51 for more information.
* To reset this setting to the default value, press the [UP] and [DOWN]
buttons simultaneously.

2 Exiting the Virtual Technician setting
Press the [2] function button (BACK) to exit the Virtual Technician
setting and return to the Settings menu.

43Settings

9 Damper Noise
When the damper pedal of an acoustic piano is pressed and released, it is often possible to hear the sound of thedamper head touching and releasing the strings.
The CN29 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the Damper Noise setting allowing the volume of this soundto be adjusted. The speed at which the damper pedal is pressed will also influence the prominence of the damper
noise, with fast pedalling creating a very pronounced sound.

1. Adjusting the Damper Noise setting
After entering the Damper Noise setting:Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to increase or decrease thevalue of the Damper Noise setting.
* The Damper Noise setting can be adjusted within the range of 0~10.
* The preferred Damper Noise setting can be stored to the Startup
Setting memory for automatic selection when the instrument isturned on. Please refer to page 51 for more information.
* To reset this setting to the default value, press the [UP] and [DOWN]
buttons simultaneously.

2 Exiting the Damper Noise setting

Settings

Press the [2] function button (BACK) to exit the Damper Noisesetting and return to the Settings menu.

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10 Key Volume
The Key Volume settings allow the volume of each of the 88-keys to be adjusted individually.

 Key Volume setting
Key Volume

Description

Off (default)

Disables 88-key volume adjustment.

On

Enables 88-key volume adjustment.

1. Changing the Key Volume setting
After entering the Key Volume setting:Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to turn Key Volume adjustment
on or off.
* The preferred Key Volume setting can be stored to the Startup Setting
memory for automatic selection when the instrument is turned on.
Please refer to page 51 for more information.
* To reset this setting to the default value, press the [UP] and [DOWN]
buttons simultaneously.

2 Exiting the Key Volume setting
Press the [2] function button (BACK) to exit the Key Volume
setting and return to the Settings menu.

 Adjusting the volume of individual keys
After entering the Key Volume setting:Settings

Press the [1] function button (EDIT) to enter the Key Volume
adjustment screen.
Press the desired key to be adjusted.
The name of the key will be shown in the display.
Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to increase or decrease thevolume of the selected key.
* The volume of each key can be adjusted within the range of –50~+50.
* The volume of each key will be stored automatically, and recalled
every time the instrument is turned on.
* To reset the volume of a key to the default value, press the [UP] and[DOWN] buttons simultaneously.

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Settings

11 Spatial Headphone Sound
Spatial Headphone Sound is a special feature of the CN29 digital piano that enhances the depth and realism of theacoustic piano sound when listening through headphones or earphones.
The Spatial Headphone Sound setting allows the player to select from one of three different acoustic presets that
adjust the spatial positioning of the sound, while also helping to reduce auditory fatigue when using earphones orheadphones for extended periods of time.

 Spatial Headphone Sound typeSpatial Headphone Sound type

Description

Off

Disable the Spatial Headphone Sound feature.

ForwardFront focused, somewhat narrow spatial positioning.

Normal (default)

Naturally balanced spatial positioning that is neither forward nor wide.

Wide

Wide, very open spatial positioning.

1. Changing the Spatial Headphone Sound setting
After entering the Spatial Headphone Sound setting:Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to select the desired Spatial
Headphone Sound type.
* The preferred Spatial Headphone Sound type setting can be stored
to the Startup Setting memory for automatic selection when the
instrument is turned on. Please refer to page 51 for more information.
* To reset this setting to the default value, press the [UP] and [DOWN]
buttons simultaneously.

2 Exiting the Spatial Headphone Sound setting

Settings

Press the [2] function button (BACK) to exit the Spatial
Headphone Sound setting and return to the Settings menu.

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12 Phones TypeThe Phones Type setting optimises the sound of the CN29 digital piano when listening through different types ofheadphones or earphones.
* This setting does not affect the speaker sound.

 Phones type
Phones type

Description

Normal (default)

Disables headphone optimisation.

Open

Optimises the sound for open type headphones.

Semi-open

Optimises the sound for semi-open type headphones.

ClosedOptimises the sound for closed type headphones.

Inner-ear

Optimises the sound for inner-ear type headphones.

Canal

Optimises the sound for canal-type headphones

1. Changing the Phones Type setting
After entering the Phones Type setting:Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to select the desired Phones
type.
* The preferred Phones Type setting can be stored to the Startup
Setting memory for automatic selection when the instrument isturned on. Please refer to page 51 for more information.
* To reset this setting to the default value, press the [UP] and [DOWN]
buttons simultaneously.

2 Exiting the Phones Type setting

Settings

Press the [2] function button (BACK) to exit the Phones Typesetting and return to the Settings menu.

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Settings

13 Bluetooth MIDI
The Bluetooth MIDI setting is used to enable/disable the CN29 digital piano’s Bluetooth MIDI function. Whenenabled, the CN29 digital piano can be connected to smart phones, tablets, and other smart devices to facilitate
wireless MIDI communication, allowing a wide range of music-related apps to be enjoyed using the instrument.
* Availability of Bluetooth function dependent on market location.

 Bluetooth MIDI setting
Bluetooth MIDI

Description

Off

Disables the instrument’s Bluetooth MIDI function.

On (default)

Enables the instrument’s Bluetooth MIDI function.

1. Changing the Bluetooth MIDI setting
After entering the Bluetooth MIDI setting:Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to turn Bluetooth MIDI on oroff.
* The preferred Bluetooth MIDI setting can be stored to the Startup
Setting memory for automatic selection when the instrument isturned on. Please refer to page 51 for more information.
* To reset this setting to the default value, press the [UP] and [DOWN]
buttons simultaneously.

2 Exiting the Bluetooth MIDI setting

Settings

Press the [2] function button (BACK) to exit the Bluetooth MIDI
setting and return to the Settings menu.

 Connecting the CN29 digital piano to a smart device using Bluetooth MIDI
After enabling the Bluetooth MIDI function of the CN29 digital piano, enable Bluetooth communications on the smart device, thenopen the desired MIDI app. After a few seconds ‘CN29’ should appear in the app’s device list. Tap the ‘CN29’ entry to connect the
instrument to the smart device. The Bluetooth icon shown in the LCD will become highlighted to indicate that a connection has
been established, allowing MIDI apps to communicate wirelessly with the CN29 digital piano.
* When the CN29 digital piano is connected to a smart device via Bluetooth MIDI, the USB MIDI and MIDI IN/OUT connectors will be disabled.
* Please check for Bluetooth MIDI compatibility with the smart device manufacturer and app developer.
* For a list of potential issues and recommended solutions when using Bluetooth communications, please refer to page 54 of this owner’s manual.
* For more detailed instructions regarding Bluetooth pairing, please refer to the supplementary Bluetooth® Connectivity Guide manual, available
from the Kawai Global website: http://www.kawai-global.com/support/manual48

14 MIDI Settings
This sub-menu contains various functions and settings related to MIDI.
* For information regarding MIDI functions and settings, please download the supplementary PDF manual from the Kawai Global website:
http://www.kawai-global.com/support/manual

15 Auto Display Off
The Auto Display Off setting can be used to automatically turn off the display when the control panel is not being
operated.
* To prevent the CN29 digital piano’s OLED display from ‘burn in’ as a result of showing the same screen for an extended period of time, this setting
is enabled by default.

 Auto Display Off setting
Auto Power Off

Description

15 sec.

The display will turn off automatically after 15 seconds of inactivity.

5 min. (default)

The display will turn off automatically after 5 minutes of inactivity.

30 min.

The display will turn off automatically after 30 minutes of inactivity.

* When the display turns off automatically, pressing any control panel button will turn it on again.

1. Changing the Auto Display Off setting
After entering the Auto Display Off setting:Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to change the value of theAuto Display Off setting.
* This setting will be stored automatically, and recalled every time theinstrument is turned on.

Settings* To reset this setting to the default value, press the [UP] and [DOWN]
buttons simultaneously.

2 Exiting the Auto Display Off setting
Press the [2] function button (BACK) to exit the Auto Display Off
setting and return to the Settings menu.

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Settings

16 Auto Power Off
The Auto Power Off setting can be used to automatically turn off the instrument after a specified period of inactivity.
This function may be enabled by default, depending on the market location.
* This setting will be stored automatically, and recalled every time the instrument is turned on.

 Auto Power Off setting
Auto Power Off

Description

Off

The Auto Power Off function is disabled.

15 min.

The instrument will turn off automatically after 15 minutes of inactivity.

60 min.

The instrument will turn off automatically after 60 minutes of inactivity.

120 min.

The instrument will turn off automatically after 120 minutes of inactivity.

1. Changing the Auto Power Off setting
After entering the Auto Display Off setting:Press the [UP] or [DOWN] buttons to change the value of theAuto Power Off setting.
* This setting will be stored automatically, and recalled every time theinstrument is turned on.
* To reset this setting to the default value, press the [UP] and [DOWN]
buttons simultaneously.

2 Exiting the Auto Power Off setting

Settings

Press the [2] function button (BACK) to exit the Auto Power Off
setting and return to the Settings menu.

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17 Startup Settings
The Startup Settings function allows preferred settings to be stored in the CN29 digital piano’s memory, andautomatically recalled as the default settings every time the instrument is turned on.

 Settings stored in Startup Settings memory
Selected Sound
Dual Mode / Four Hands Mode Settings
Metronome (Beat, Tempo, Volume)
Settings
MIDI Settings ** For information regarding MIDI functions and settings, please download the supplementary PDF manual from the Kawai Global website:
http://www.kawai-global.com/support/manual

1. Storing the Startup Settings
After entering the Startup Settings function:
A confirmation message will be shown in the display, prompting
to confirm or cancel the Startup Settings store operation.
Press the [1] function button (YES) to confirm the Startup Setting
store operation, or the [2] function button (NO) to cancel.
When the Startup Setting memory has been stored, the display
will return to the Settings menu automatically.

18 Factory Reset
Settings

The Factory Reset function clears any settings stored using the Startup Settings function, restoring the CN29 digital
piano back to its factory default configuration.

1. Restoring factory settings
After entering the Factory Reset function:
A confirmation message will be shown in the display, prompting
to confirm or cancel the Factory Reset operation.
Press the [1] function button (YES) to confirm the Factory Reset
operation, or the [2] function button (NO) to cancel.
When the memory has been reset, the display will return to the
Settings menu automatically.

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Connecting to Other Devices
Front

Underside

Back

a
c

b
d

Pedal Cable
USB type ‘A’External
MIDI Device

ComputerTabletHeadphones

a PHONES jacks (1/4” & 1/8” phone jacks)c MIDI IN/OUT jacks

These jacks are used to connect stereo headphones to theCN29 digital piano. Headphones can be connected and usedsimultaneously. When a pair of headphones is connected,
sound will not be produced by the speakers.

These jacks are used to connect the CN29 digital piano toexternal MIDI devices, such as a sound module, or a computerwith a MIDI interface.

Appendixb PEDAL connector
This connector is used to connect the pedal board to the CN29
digital piano (see page 58).

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d USB to Host port (‘B’ type)This port is used to connect the CN29 digital piano to acomputer using an inexpensive USB cable. When connected,
the instrument can be used as a standard MIDI device, allowing
it to send and receive MIDI data. Connect a ‘B’ type USB
connector to the instrument, and an ‘A’ type USB connector tothe computer.
With additional conversion adaptors, this port may also be used
to connect the CN29 digital piano to tablets and other mobile
devices.

USB MIDI (USB to Host connector)
The CN29 digital piano features a ‘USB to Host’ type connector, allowing the instrument to be connected to acomputer using an inexpensive USB cable and utilised as a MIDI device. Depending on the type of computer andoperating system installed, additional driver software may be required for USB MIDI communication to function
correctly.

 USB MIDI driver
Operating System

USB MIDI Driver Support

Windows Vista (SP1, SP2)
Windows Vista 64-bit (SP1, SP2)
Windows 7
Windows 7 64-bit
Windows 8
Windows 8 64-bit
Windows 8.1
Windows 8.1 64-bit
Windows 10
Windows 10 64-bit

The standard (built-in) Windows USB-MIDI driver is used. This driver will be installed
automatically when the instrument is connected to the computer. To enable MIDI
communication between the application software and the instrument, select “USB-MIDI”
as an MIDI device.

Windows Vista (no SP)
Windows Vista 64-bit (no SP)

USB-MIDI is not supported. Please upgrade to Service Pack 1 or Service Pack 2.

Windows 98 SE
Windows 2000
Windows ME
Windows XP (no SP, SP1, SP2, SP3)
Windows XP 64-bit

Windows XP or earlier versions are not supported. Please use a third-party MIDI interface
for MIDI connection.

Mac OS X

Additional USB MIDI driver software NOT required.
The standard (built-in) Mac OS X USB MIDI driver will be installed automatically when the
instrument is connected to the computer.

Mac OS 9

USB MIDI is not supported.
Please use the standard MIDI IN/OUT connectors.

 USB MIDI information
 If the instrument’s MIDI IN/OUT jacks and USB MIDI port areboth connected simultaneously, the USB MIDI port will begiven priority.

 Ensure that the instrument is turned OFF before attempting
to connect the USB MIDI cable.

 When connecting the instrument to a computer using the USB
MIDI port, there may be a short delay before communications
begin.

 If the instrument is connected to a computer via a USB hub

and USB MIDI communication becomes unreliable/unstable,please connect the USB MIDI cable directly to the one of thecomputer’s USB ports.

 Disconnecting the USB MIDI cable suddenly, or turning the
instrument on/off while using USB MIDI may cause computer
instability in the following situations:– while installing the USB MIDI driver– while starting up the computer– while MIDI applications are performing tasks– while the computer is in energy saver mode

 If there are any further problems experienced with USB MIDI
communication while the instrument is connected, pleasedouble-check all connections and relevant MIDI settings in
the computer’s operating system.

Appendix

* ‘MIDI’ is a registered trademark of the Association of Manufacturers of Electronic Instruments (AMEI).
* ‘Windows’ is registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
* ‘Macintosh’ and ‘iPad’ are registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
* Other company names and product names mentioned referenced herein may be registered trademarks or trademarks of respective owners.
* Bluetooth® word marks and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Kawai uses these marks and logos under the license.
Other trademarks and trade names belong to their respective owners.
* Bluetooth (Ver 4.1 GATT compatible) / Bluetooth Low Energy MIDI Specification is supported.

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PowerTroubleshooting
ProblemPossible Cause and Solution

Page no.

The instrument does not turn on.

Check that the power cable is firmly attached to the instrument, andconnected to an AC outlet.

p. 14

The instrument turns itself off after
a period of inactivity.

Check that the ‘Auto Power Off’ function is not enabled.

p. 50

Check that the MASTER VOLUME slider is not set to the lowest position.

p. 16

Check that a pair of headphones (or headphone adaptor plug) are notconnected to the PHONES jack.

p. 16

The instrument is turned on,
however no sound is produced
when the keys are played.

Sound

Check that Local Control is enabled in the MIDI Settings menu.
The sound distorts when playing atvery loud volume levels.

Appendix

USB MIDI, MIDI, Bluetooth® MIDI

PedalsThe pitch or sound quality with a
specific piano timbre is odd.

Check that the MASTER VOLUME slider is set to an appropriate level,
reducing the volume if excessive distortion is heard.

“MIDI Settings
Manual” p. 5
p. 16

The CN29 digital piano attempts to reproduce the rich variety of tones
created by an acoustic grand piano as accurately as possible. This
includes damper resonances and other subtle effects that contribute tothe overall piano playing experience.
While these additional effects are intended to enhance the realism of
the instrument, it is possible to reduce their prominence, or disable
them altogether using the sound settings.

p. 38
p. 43

The pedals are unreliable or do not
function at all.

Check that the pedal cable is firmly connected to the instrument.

p. 58

When depressing a pedal, thepedal board flexes and is not firm.

Check that the pedal support bolt is fully extended.

p. 17

The top 18 notes of the
keyboard sustain for longer thanneighbouring notes, even when
the damper pedal is not pressed.

This is the correct behaviour, and intended to reproduce the undamped
notes (typically the top two octaves) of an acoustic grand piano.

—

The instrument produces a‘swoosh’ sound when the damper
pedal is pressed.

The CN29 digital piano reproduces the sound of dampers on a grandpiano touching and releasing the strings. If this intentional sound isundesirable, it may be prevented by selecting the ‘Noiseless’ Virtual
Technician preset, or by adjusting the ‘Damper Noise’ setting.

p. 43
p. 44

Check that a USB MIDI driver is installed on the computer.

p. 53

Check that ‘USB Audio Device’ or ‘KAWAI USB MIDI’ is selected in thesoftware’s input/output device settings.

p. 53

Check that the instrument is not connected to a smart device using
Bluetooth MIDI.

p. 48

Check that the instrument’s Bluetooth MIDI function is turned On.

p. 48

The instrument is connected to thecomputer using a USB cable (or aUSB-MIDI adaptor), however thesoftware does not respond to key
presses.

Ensure that the mobile device’s Bluetooth function is turned On.
The instrument cannot connect tothe smart device/app via Bluetooth.

Try deleting the instrument’s Bluetooth connection using the mobile
device’s ‘Forget Device’ function.

Keyboard

Try turning the instrument Off and then On, and/or restarting themobile device.

54

The volume level is different
between piano keys.

Try using the Key Volume setting to adjust the volume of the key(s) thatare too quiet or too loud.

p. 45

Assembly Instructions
Please read these assembly instructions thoroughly before attempting to assemble the CN29 digital piano.
Please ensure that two or more people work on assembling the CN29 digital piano, especially when lifting themain body of the instrument onto the stand.

 Included parts
Before attempting to assemble the CN29 digital piano, ensure that all parts below are included.
A Phillips-head screwdriver (not included) will also be required in order to assemble the instrument.

B

A
Main bodyC

D

Side panel (left & right)

Back board

AC/DC adaptor

Power cableE

Pedal board(including adjustor bolt)

Screw set
 Screw (with flat washer and spring washer) x 4

Headphone hook set
Headphone hook

Mounting screw x 2(4 x 14 mm)

 Tapping screw (long, black, 4 x 30 mm) x 2 * Tapping screw (short, black, 4 x 20 mm) x 4 *Appendix Tapping screw (silver, 4 x 16 mm) x 4* For Satin White finished instruments, black screws will
be replaced with silver screws.
* The  tapping screws are provided in a separate bag.

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Assembly Instructions
1. Attaching the side panels to the pedal board
Unfasten and extend the pedal connection cable attachedto the bottom of the pedal board (E).
Attach the pedal board (E) to the left (B) and right (C) sidepanels using the temporary mounting screws located oneither end of the pedal board.
Ensure that the pedal board and side panels make close
contact, and that there are no large gaps between theassembled parts.
Insert the four short silver tapping screws into the holes
as shown, and securely fasten the pedal board to the left
and right side panels.

2. Attaching the back board
Allow the assembled pedal board and side panels to standupright (vertically) on the floor.
* Ensure that the adjustor bolt is attached to the pedal board.

Loosely attach the back board (D) to the left and right sidepanels using the four long black tapping screws *.
Loosely attach the bottom of the back board to the pedalboard using the four mid-length black or silver tapping
screws *.
Adjust the positioning of the pedal board, side panels, andbackboard to ensure that all parts are in alignment, thentighten the screws in steps and .
* For Satin White finished instruments, black screws will be replacedwith silver screws.

B

B
E

E

gap
B

B

E

adjustor bolt

E

C

Pedal cableBE
temporary
mounting screw

Appendix

D

C

E

B

56

B

not aligned

3. Mounting the main body onto the standEnsure that two or more people undertake thefollowing step of the assembly process.
Lift the main body (A) and carefully place it onto the stand.
Position the main body towards the front of the stand, sothat the metal fitting holes are visible when viewed fromabove.
Gently slide the main body backwards until the baseengages with the stand fixings and locks into place. When
positioned correctly, the attachment screw holes should be
visible from the underside of the main unit.
* If the screw holes are not visible, re-adjust (loosen) the screws
attached in step 2- .

4. Fastening the main body to the standView the front of the instrument to ensure that the main
body and side panels are in alignment.
* If the parts are not in alignment, re-adjust (loosen) the screws
attached in step 2- .

Loosely fasten the front of the main body to the stand frombelow, using two screws (with washer) on either side.
Loosely fasten the rear of the main body to the stand frombelow, using the remaining two screws (with washer) on
either side.
When all four screws are attached and the main body iscorrectly positioned on top of the stand, securely tighten all
screws.

When lifting the main body onto the stand, be
careful not to catch/trap hands and fingers.

Tighten all screws securely to ensure that themain body is firmly attached to the stand.

Front view

A
B

A

C

C

A
B

C
AppendixA

B

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Assembly Instructions
5. Connecting the power adaptor & pedal cables
Connect the AC/DC power adaptor to the DC IN terminalon the underside of the main body, then pass the cablethrough the back board aperture, and out to the rear of the
instrument.

6. Attaching the headphone hook (optional)
A headphone hook is included with the CN29 digital piano and canbe used to hang headphones when not in use.
If desired, attach the headphone hook to the underside of
the main body using the two tapping screws provided.

Pass the pedal cable (extending from the rear of the pedalboard) through the aperture to the front of the main body,and connect to the PEDAL terminal.
With the power adaptor and pedal cables connected, use thebinders to fix the cables in place and tidy their appearance.

7. Adjusting the pedal support bolt
Turn the pedal support bolt anti-clockwise, extending thebolt until it makes contact with the floor and supports thepedals firmly.

Appendix

To avoid damaging the plugs or bending
the pins, connect the plugs with the correctorientation, and do not apply excessive force
when connecting.

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When moving the instrument, always adjust or
remove the pedal support bolt, then readjust
when the instrument is in its new position.

Demo Song List
Sound NameSong Title

SK Concert GrandEX Concert Grand
Upright Piano
Studio Grand
Studio Grand 2
Mellow Grand
Mellow Grand 2
Modern PianoClassic E.Piano
Modern E.Piano
Jazz Organ
Church Organ
Harpsichord
Vibraphone
String Ensemble
Slow Strings
Choir
New Age Pad
Atmosphere

La Campanella
Hungarian Rhapsodies No.6
Alpenglühen Op.193
Original
Original
Sonata No.30 Op.109
La Fille aux Cheveux de lin
Original
Original
Original
Original
Chorale Prelude “Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme.”
French Suite No.6
Original
Le quattro stagioni: la “Primavera”
Original
Londonderry Air
Original
Original

Composer
Liszt
OestenKawai
Beethoven
Debussy
Kawai

Bach
Kawai
Vivaldi
Kawai
Irish folk song
Kawai

No.

Song nameComposer

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40

Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star
I’m A Little Teapot
Mary Had A Little Lamb
London Bridge
Row, Row, Row Your Boat
Frère Jacques
Old MacDonald Had A Farm
Hark The Herald Angels Sing
Jingle Bells
Deck The HallsO Come All Ye Faithful
Joy To The World
Silent Night
We Wish You A Merry Christmas
Battle Hymn Of The Republic
Yankee Doodle
Londonderry Air
Clementine
Auld Lang Syne
Oh Susanna
The Camptown Races
When The Saints Go Marching In
The Entertainer
William Tell Overture
Andante from Symphony No.94 (Haydn)
Für Elise
Clair De Lune
Skater’s Waltz
Blue Danube Waltz
Gavotte (Gossec)
Waltz Of The Flowers
Bridal Chorus
Wedding March
Pomp And Circumstance
When Irish Eyes Are Smiling
Chiapanecas
Santa Lucia
Funiculì Funiculà
Romance De L’amour
My Wild Irish Rose

French folk song
Traditional
American folk song
Traditional
American folk song
French folk song
American folk song
Mendelssohn
Traditional
Welsh Air
J.Reading
Traditional
Traditional
British folk song
Traditional
American folk song
Irish folk song
American folk song
Scottish folk song
S.C.Foster
S.C.Foster
American folk song
S.Joplin
Rossini
Haydn
Beethoven
Debussey
E.Waldteuful
Strauss
GossecTchaikovsky
WagnerMendelssohn
Elgar
E.R.Ball
Mexican folk song
Naplish folk song
L.Denza
Spanish folk song
Chauncy Alcote

Appendix

Concert Magic Song List

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Lesson Function Song Lists
No. Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1A

No. Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1B

1

Right & Left

1

Step Right Up!

2

Left & Right

2

The Carousel

3

Merrily We Roll Along/O’er the Deep Blue Sea

3

Hail to Thee, America!

4

Hand-Bells

4

Brother John

5

Jolly Old Saint Nicholas

5Good Sounds

6

Old MacDonald

6

The Cuckoo

7

Batter Up!

7

Money Can’t Buy Ev’rything!

8

My Clever Pup

8

Ping-Pong

9

The Zoo

9Grandpa’s Clock

10 Playing in a New Position
11 Sailing

11 G’s in the “BAG”

12 Skating

12 Join the Fun

13 Wishing Well

13 Oom-Pa-pa!

14 Rain, Rain!

14 The Clown

15 A Happy Song

15 Thumbs on C!

16 Position C

16 Waltz Time

17 A Happy Song

17 Good King Wenceslas

18 See-Saws

18 The Rainbow

19 Just a Second!

19 Yankee Doodle

20 Balloons

20 The Windmill

21 Who’s on Third?

21 Indians

22 Mexican Hat Dance

22 New Position G

23 Rock Song

23 Pedal Play

24 Rockets

24 Harp Song

25 Sea Divers

25 Concert Time

26 Play a Fourth

26 Music Box Rock27 July the Fourth!

27 A Cowboy’s Song28 Old Uncle Bill

28 The Magic Man

29 Love Somebody

29 The Greatest Show on Earth!

30 My Fifth

30 The Whirlwind

31 The Donkey

31 The Planets

32 Position G

32 C Major Scale Piece

33 Jingle Bells!

33 G Major Scale Piece

34 Willie & Tillie

34 Carol in G Major

35 A Friend Like You

35 The Same Carol in C Major

36 My Robot

36 French Lullaby

37 Rockin’ Tune

37 Sonatina

38 Indian Song38 When Our Band Goes Marching By!

39 Raindrops
40 It’s Halloween!

Appendix

41 Horse Sense

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10 When the Saints Go Marching In

No. Burgmüller 25 (25 Etudes Faciles, Opus 100)

Czerny 30 (Etudes de Mécanisme, Opus 849)

1

La candeur

No. 1 to No. 30

2Arabesque3

Pastorale

Beyer 106 (Vorschule im Klavierspiel, Opus 101)

4

Petite réunion

No. 1 (1-1 to 1-12)5

Innocence

No. 2 (2-1 to 2-8)

6Progrès

No. 3 to No. 106

7

Courant Limpide

8

La gracieuse

Chopin Walzer (Chopin waltzes series 1-19)

9

La chasse

Grande Valse Brillante Op.18

10 Tendre fleur

Valse Brillante Op.34-1

11 La bergeronnette

Valse Op.34-2

12 Adieu

Valse Brillante Op.34-3

13 Consolation

Grande Valse Op.42

14 La styrienne

Valse Op.64-1

15 Ballade

Valse Op.64-2

16 Douce plainte

Valse Op.64-3

17 Babillarde

Valse Op.69-1

18 Inquiétude

Valse Op.69-2

19 Ave Maria

Valse Op.70-1

20 Tarentelle

Valse Op.70-2

21 Harmonie des anges

Valse Op.70-3

22 Barcarolle

Valse KK Iva No.15

23 Retour

Valse KK Iva No.12

24 L’hirondelle

Valse KK Iva No.13

25 La chevaleresque

Valse KK Iva No.14
Valse? KK Ivb No.10
Valse KK Ivb No.11

 Lesson Function song book availability
Alfred’s Basic Piano Library, Burgmüller: Etudes Faciles, Czerny: Etudes de Mécanisme, and Beyer lesson song books are sold separately.
Please check your local dealer for more information. Alfred’s international offices may also be contacted directly:
USA / Canada

Australia

Alfred Music Publishing

Alfred Publishing Australia

PO Box 10003

PO Box 2355

Van Nuys, CA 91410

Taren Point NSW 2229

Tel: +1 (800) 292-6122

Tel: +61 (02) 9524 0033

Email: sales@alfred.com

Email: sales@alfredpub.com.au

Appendix

Website: https://www.alfred.com

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Specifications
 Kawai CN29 digital piano
Keyboard 88 weighted keys with Ivory Touch key surfaces
Responsive Hammer III (RHIII) action with Let-Off, Triple Sensor, and Counterweights
Sound Source Progressive Harmonic Imaging™ (PHI), 88-key piano sampling
Internal Sounds SK Concert Grand, EX Concert Grand, Upright Piano, Studio Grand, Studio Grand 2, Mellow Grand,
Mellow Grand 2, Modern Piano, Classic E.Piano, Modern E.Piano, Jazz Organ, Church Organ,
Harpsichord, Vibraphone, String Ensemble, Slow Strings, Choir, New Age Pad, Atmosphere
Polyphony max. 192 notes
Reverb Room, Lounge, Small Hall, Concert Hall, Live Hall, Cathedral
Internal Recorder 3 song recorder – approximately 10,000 note memory capacity
Lesson Function Alfred, Burgmüller, Czerny, Chopin, and Beyer lesson songs
Metronome Beat: 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 3/8, 6/8
Tempo: 10~300 bpm
Demo Songs 19 songs
Keyboard Modes Dual Mode (with adjustable volume balance)
Four Hands Mode
Virtual Technician

Smart Mode: 10 presets
Advanced Mode: Touch Curve, Voicing, Damper Resonance, Damper Noise, String Resonance,
Key-off Effect, Fall-back Noise, Hammer Delay, Topboard Simulation,
Decay Time, Minimum Touch, Stretch Tuning, Temperament,
Temperament Key, Key Volume, Half-Pedal Adjust, Soft Pedal Depth(adjustable via iPad app)

Other Functions Tone Control, Tuning, Transpose, Touch, Spatial Headphone Sound, Phones Type,Transmit Program Change Number, MIDI Channel, Local Control, Multi-timbral mode,
Startup Settings, Auto Display Off, Auto Power Off, Bluetooth MIDI
Display 128 x 128 pixel OLED
Bluetooth * Bluetooth (Ver. 4.1; GATT compatible)
Bluetooth Low Energy MIDI Specification compliant
Pedals Sustain (with half-pedal support), Soft, Sostenuto
Jacks MIDI (IN/OUT), Headphones x 2, USB to HOST
Speakers 12 cm x 2
Output Power 20 W x 2Power Consumption 12 W (PS-154 AC adaptor)
Key Cover Sliding type
Dimensions 1360 (W) x 405 (D) x 860 (H) (Folding music rest)
Weight 43.0 kg

Appendix

Specifications are subject to change without notice.
* Availability of Bluetooth function dependent on market location.

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