Important Information

Preparation

ES920

Owner’s Manual

Basic Operation

Adjustments & Settings

Appendix

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

Important Information

AVIS : RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
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.

10) 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 object
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.

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

WARNING

Important Information

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.

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 use the product in wet areas,or areas close to water.

Doing so may cause a short circuit, leading to anelectric shock, or a fire.

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

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 oflightning.
● 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.

This product shall be 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).

● Do not stand the main unit on its side for extended periods of time.
● Do not attempt to play the main unit at unusual angles.
Doing so may place stress on the keyboard action, resulting in breakdown of the product.

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

OFF

Important Information

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.
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:

Important Information● 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 thencontact 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 etpousser 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 environment and 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 : LIVEAs 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 AC outlet on the wall.

Canadian Radio Interference Regulations

This instrument complies with the limits for a class B digital apparatus, pursuant to the Radio Interference Regulations,
C.R.C., c. 1374.

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 the equipment.
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 are designed 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 inaccordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guaranteethat 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
ES920
Kawai America Corporation
2055 East University Drive Rancho
Dominguez, CA 90220
310-631-1771

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing 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.

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

Displayed Icons

Panel lock icon
Displayed when panel lock is on.
USB icon
Displayed when a USB memory device is connected.
Headphone icon
Displayed when a pair of headphones is connected.
Transpose icon
Displayed when key TRANSPOSE is on.
Bluetooth icon
Displayed when Bluetooth Audio or Bluetooth MIDI is on.

* Displayed when the SPEAKER switch is off.
(Headphone icon is displayed when a pair of headphones is connected)* Displayed when a Bluetooth connection is made.

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Table of Contents
Tableof Contents
Important Information
Important Safety Instructions .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 3

1. Recording an Audio file. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 48

Displayed Icons .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 7

2. Playing an Audio file.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 50

Table of Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Welcome to the Kawai ES920.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 10

Important Information

1. Package Contents .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 10

3. Overdubbing an Audio file .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 52
4. Playing a MIDI file. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 54
5. Converting a MIDI file to an Audio file.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 56

2. Feature Highlights.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 11

6. Recording an Audio filewith the Rhythm Section .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 58

Part Names and Functions.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 12

7. Converting a Song to an Audio file .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 59

Preparation

8. Deleting an Audio/MIDI file. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 60

Setting Up the Piano.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 14
Basic Operation .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 15

USB Menu .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 61
1. Load Internal Song .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 62
2. Load Registration.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 63

Basic Operation

3. Load Startup Setting. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 64

Selecting Sounds. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 16

4. Save SMF Song .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 65

Demo Songs. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 17
Dual Mode. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 18
Split Mode. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 20
Four Hands Mode .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 22
Enhancing the Sound.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 24
1. Reverb.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 24

5. Save Internal Song. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 66
6. Save Registration.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 67
7. Save Startup Setting.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 68
8. Rename File. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 69
9. Delete File .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 70
10. Format USB.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 71

2. Effects .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 26

Adjustments & Settings

3. Amp Simulator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Settings Menus. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 72

4. Equaliser.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 30

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Audio Record/Playback (USB memory). .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 48

Basic Settings .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 73

Panel Lock.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 31

1-1. Tone Control.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 74

Transpose .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 32

		Brilliance. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 74

Metronome. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 34

		 User EQ.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 75

Registration Memories. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 36

1-2. Wall EQ .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 76

Rhythm Section Basic Operation .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 38

1-3. Speaker Volume .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 76

Rhythm Section Style .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 40

1-4. Low Volume Balance. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 77

Rhythm Section Parts.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 41

1-5. Line Out Volume.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 78

Song Recorder (Internal memory).  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 42

1-6. Audio Recorder Gain. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 78

1. Recording a Song. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 42

1-7. Tuning.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 79

2. Playing a Song.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 44

1-8. Damper Hold .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 79

3. Recording a Song with the Rhythm Section.  .  .  . 46

1-9. GFP-3 Mode .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 80

4. Erasing a Part/Song. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 47

1-10. Four Hands.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 81

Rhythm Section Settings. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 113

1-12. Factory Reset.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 83

4-1. Rhythm Volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

1-13. Auto Display Off. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 84

4-2. Auto Fill-in.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 114

1-14. Auto Power Off.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 85

4-3. One Finger Ad-lib.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 115

Virtual Technician.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 86

4-4. ACC Mode .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 116

2-1. Touch Curve .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 88

4-5. Bass Inversion. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 118

2-2. Voicing. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 90

4-6. Preset Chord.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 119

		 User Voicing .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 91

Phones Settings.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 120

2-3. Damper Resonance. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 92

5-1. SHS Mode. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 121

2-4. Damper Noise .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 92

5-2. Phones Type.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 122

2-5. String Resonance.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 93

5-3. Phones Volume.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 123

2-6. Undamped String Resonance .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 94

MIDI Settings.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 124

2-7. Cabinet Resonance.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 95

Bluetooth Settings.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 124

2-8. Key-off Effect .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 96

7-1. Bluetooth Audio.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 125

2-9. Fall-back Noise. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 97

7-2. Bluetooth Audio Volume .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 126

2-10. Hammer Noise .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 97

7-3. Bluetooth MIDI .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 127

2-11. Hammer Delay .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 98
2-12. Topboard.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 99

Important Information

1-11. Startup Setting.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 82

Appendix2-13. Decay Time.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 100

Connecting to Other Devices.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 128

2-14. Release Time .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 100

Rear Connectors .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 129

2-15. Minimum Touch.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 101

Upper Connectors .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 129

2-16. Temperament .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 102

Front Connectors .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 129

		 Stretch Tuning.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 103

USB MIDI (USB to Host Connector) .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 130

		 Stretch Curve.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 104

Information about Bluetooth®.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 131

		 User Tuning.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 104

Troubleshooting .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 132

		 Temperament Key.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 105

Demo Song List .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 133

		 User Temperament .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 105

Rhythm Section Style List.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 134

2-17. User Key Volume .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 106

Rhythm Section Chord Types.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 135

2-18. Half-Pedal Adjust.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 107

Rhythm Section Preset Chord Sequences .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 139

2-19. Soft Pedal Depth.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 107

EU Declaration of Conformity. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 141

Key Settings.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 108

Kawai ES920 Specifications.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 142

3-1. Lower Octave Shift. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Owner’s Manual Conventions. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 143

3-2. Lower Pedal. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 110
3-3. Split Balance.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 110
3-4. Layer Octave Shift .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 111
3-5. Layer Dynamics. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 112
3-6. Dual Balance. .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 112

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Welcome to theto
Kawai
WelcometheES920
Kawai ES920
Thank you for purchasing this Kawai ES920 digital piano.
This owner’s manual contains important information regarding the usage and operation of the ES920 digital piano.
Please read all sections carefully, keeping this manual handy for future reference.

1 Package Contents
The Kawai ES920 digital piano package contains the following items:

Important Information

 ES920 digital piano AC power adaptor (PS-154)

 Foot pedal (F-10H)

 Music rack/rest

 Owner’s manual

Important Information

Preparation

ES920

Owner’s Manual

Basic Operation

Adjustments & Settings

Appendix

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2 Feature Highlights“Responsive Hammer III” weighted-key action, with Ivory Touch key surfaces and Let-off simulation
The new 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 during fortissimo andstaccato passages.

Important Information

The ES920 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, SK-5, and Kawai EX instruments reproduced with Harmonic Imaging sound technology
The ES920 digital piano captures the rich, expressive sound of the Kawai SK-EX, SK-5, and EX grand pianos, with all 88 keysof these exceptional instruments meticulously recorded, analysed and faithfully reproduced using Harmonic Imaging™
sound technology. This unique process accurately recreates the broad dynamic range of the original grand pianos, affording
pianists an extraordinary level of expressiveness ranging from the softest pianissimo to the strongest, boldest fortissimo.
The instrument’s built-in Virtual Technician feature allows various characteristics of these acoustic piano sounds to be shaped
at the touch of a button, with settings to adjust string and damper resonance, in addition to subtle hammer, damper, and key
release noises. This personalised piano sound is further enhanced with atmospheric reverberation effects, delivering a rich,vibrant piano tone with breathtaking realism and authenticity.
Strong selection of additional instrument sounds
Supplementing the realistic acoustic piano voices, the ES920 digital piano also features a strong selection of additional
instrument sounds, ranging from electric pianos and drawbar and church organs, to string, choir, and mallet instruments,
inviting musicians to add greater variety to their performances.
Furthermore, the Dual playing mode also allows two different sounds, such as grand piano and strings, to be layered together,while the Split and Four Hands modes divide the keyboard into two independent sections. The volume balances for eachplaying mode can also be adjusted quickly and easily using the real-time panel controls.
USB to Device functionality, with MP3/WAV file recording and playback
The ES920 digital piano is equipped with USB connectors that not only allow the instrument to be connected to a computerfor MIDI use, but also to load and save data to USB memory devices directly. This USB to Device feature allows registration
memories and songs recorded and stored in internal memory to be saved to USB for posterity, or standard MIDI files (SMF)
downloaded from the internet to be conveniently played back without additional hardware.
USB memory devices can also be used to play back MP3 or WAV audio files, allowing musicians to learn the chords or melody
for a new piece, or to simply play along with their favourite songs. It is even possible to save performances as MP3 or WAV
files for emailing to friends and family, listening to on a smartphone, or for further editing using an audio workstation.
Wide range of connectivity options
The ES920 digital piano features a variety of standard connectivity options, with Line-level output jacks that allow the
instrument to be enjoyed in larger settings such as churches and schools. Standard MIDI and USB to Host connectors ensure
flexibility when using computers and other electronic instruments, while the Line-in stereo jack provides a convenientmethod of mixing in audio from a laptop, tablet, or other digital device.
Integrated Bluetooth® MIDI connectivity
In addition to standard MIDI jacks for connecting to other instruments, the ES920 digital piano also boasts integrated
Bluetooth MIDI and Audio technology that allows the instrument to communicate with supported smart devices wirelessly.
Once connected to a phone, tablet, or laptop, ES920 digital piano owners can enjoy a wide variety of exciting music-related
apps that enhance their learning and playing experience, or stream audio from songs and videos through the instrument’s
speakers without additional cables.
* Availability of Bluetooth function dependent on market location.

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Part Namesand Functions
Part
Names
and Functions

f
a

c d

e

n

o

b

Important Information

g

h

j

k

l

m

p

q

i

a 4-band equaliser

g TRANSPOSE button

The equaliser is used to adjust the volume of the low, mid-low,
mid-high, and high frequency bands.

This button is used to adjust the pitch of the instrument’s
keyboard in semi-tone steps.

b Displayh SPLIT button

The display provides important information relating to thecurrently selected sound, style, function, and setting.

This button is used to select and adjust the instrument’s Split/
Four Hands mode functions.

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

i DEMO buttonc MENU buttons

When pressed simultaneously, the TRANSPOSE and SPLIT
buttons are also used to select the instrument’s Demo mode.

These buttons are used to navigate through the instrument’s
various function and settings menus.

j REGISTRATION button

d VALUE buttons
These buttons are used to adjust values, and change settings etc.

e EXIT button
This button is used to exit the current function, or return to theprevious screen.

f USB to Device port (Type A)
This port is used to connect a FAT or FAT32 formatted USB
memory device to the instrument in order to load/save recordedsong data, registration memories, and MP3/WAV/SMF files etc.

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* Use this port for connecting USB memory devices only.
* Connect the USB memory device directly, without using a USB extension
cable.

This button is used to store and recall one of the 28 different
Registration memories. Each Registration can store sound,
Rhythm Section, reverb/effects, and Virtual Technician settings,
as well as various other panel and menu options.

k SOUND buttons
These buttons are used to select the sound(s) that will be heard
when playing the instrument’s keyboard.
These buttons are also used to select Registration memories.

l AMP/EFFECTS/REVERB buttons
These buttons are used to turn the instrument’s amp, reverb,
and effects functions on/off, and to adjust their various settings.

s

t

u

Important Information

r

v

m

(RESET/PART) button

This button is used to reset the instrument’s song recorder, andto rewind songs and MP3/WAV/SMF files to the beginning.

r METRONOME button
This button is used to turn the instrument’s metronome function
on/off, and to adjust metronome settings.

This button is also used to select the Rhythm Section part.

s USB buttonn  (REC) and(PLAYBACK / START/STOP) buttons

When pressed simultaneously, the METRONOME and USB
buttons are used to toggle the instrument’s Panel Lock feature.

These buttons are used to record and playback songs stored in
the instrument’s internal memory, or MP3/WAV/SMF files saved
to a USB memory device.

o(REW) and(FWD) buttons

These buttons are used to move the playing position of thecurrent recorder song or MP3/WAV/SMF backward or forward.
These buttons are also used to select the recorder song andRhythm Section style.

p(LOOP) button

This button is used to enable the instrument’s A-B Loop function,
allowing passages of a recorder song or MP3/WAV/SMF file to beplayed back repeatedly.
This button is also used to select the Rhythm Section ACC mode.

q RHYTHM SECTION button
This button is used to select the instrument’s Rhythm Section
function, featuring drum rhythms and accompaniment styles.

This button is used to access the instrument’s USB functions.

t MASTER VOLUME slider
This slider controls the master volume level of the instrument’s
built-in speakers or headphones, if connected.
* This slider affects the LINE OUT level. For information about adjusting
the LINE OUT level, please refer to page 78.

u POWER button
This button is used to turn the instrument on and off. Be sure toturn off the instrument after use.
* The ES920 digital piano features a power saving mode that can turn off
the instrument automatically after a specified period of inactivity. For
more information, please refer to the Auto Power Off setting on page85.

v PHONES jacks
These jacks are used to connect stereo headphones to the
instrument. Two pairs of headphones can be connected andused simultaneously.
* For more information about connectors/jacks, please refer to page 128.

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Setting Up the
Setting
UpPianothe Piano
Upon unboxing the instrument, please follow the instructions below which explain how to attach the music rest,
connect the F-10H (or optional GFP-3) foot pedal, and if desired, connect a pair of headphones.

 Attaching the music rest
Insert the base of the music rest into the groove located at therear of the ES920 digital piano, taking care not to scratch the rearof the instrument.
To prevent possible damage, avoid applying excessive force
when attaching/detaching the music rest from the instrument.

 Connecting the F-10H foot pedal
Connect the included Kawai F-10H foot pedal to the DAMPER
pedal jack located on the rear panel of the instrument.

Preparation

The foot pedal will function as a damper pedal, sustaining thesound after hands are lifted from the keyboard. This pedal iscapable of responding to “half pedaling”.

 Connecting the optional GFP-3 triple pedal
Connect the optional Kawai GFP-3 triple pedal to the DAMPER/
SOFT pedal jack located on the rear panel of the instrument.
The right pedal will function as a damper pedal, sustaining thesound after hands are lifted from the keyboard. This pedal is also
capable of responding to “half pedaling”.
The centre pedal will function as a sostenuto pedal, and the left
pedal will function as a soft pedal.
* When “Jazz Organ”, “Drawbar Organ” or “Ballad Organ” sounds are
selected, the soft pedal can also be used to alternate the speed of therotary speaker effect between “Slow” and “Fast” modes.

 Connecting headphones
Use the jacks located on either side of the keyboard to connect
stereo headphones to the ES920 digital piano.
There are one standard jack and one mini jack so up to two pairsof headphones can be connected. When a pair of headphones isconnected, sound will not be produced by the built-in speakers.

 Turning built-in speakers on/off
Set the SPEAKER switch located on the rear panel to the Off
position to disable the instrument’s built-in speakers. Set theswitch to the On position to enable the speakers.
* When a pair of headphones is connected, sound will not be producedfrom
the built-in speakers regardless of the status of the SPEAKER switch.

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Basic Operation
The following instructions explain how to connect the instrument to the power outlet, turn on the power, adjust thevolume to a comfortable level, and begin playing the piano.

1. Connecting the power adaptor
Connect the included AC power adaptor to the “DC IN” jacklocated on the rear panel of the instrument, indicated below.

Connect the AC power adaptor to an AC outlet.

2. Turning on the instrument’s power

Preparation

Press the POWER button located on the right side of the
instrument’s control panel.
The instrument will turn on, and the words “SK ConcertGrand”
will be shown in the display, indicating that the SK ConcertGrandsound is selected. The LED indicator for the PIANO 1 button will
also turn on.

LED indicator on:
Sound category is selected.
* The ES920 digital piano features a power saving mode that can turn off the
instrument automatically after a specified period of inactivity. For more
information, please refer to the Auto Power Off setting on page 85.

3. Adjusting the volume
The MASTER VOLUME slider controls the volume level of the
instrument’s speakers, or headphones if connected.
Move the slider to the right to increase the volume, and to theleft to decrease the volume.
Use this slider to set the volume to a comfortable listening level- the middle is often a good starting point.

Left:
DecreasevolumeRight:
Increasevolume* This slider affects the LINE OUT level. For information about adjusting
the LINE OUT level, please refer to page 78.

4. Play the piano
Begin playing the piano.
The rich sound of a Kawai SK-EX Concert Grand Piano will beheard as the keys are pressed.

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Selecting Sounds
SelectingSoundsThe ES920 digital piano features a wide selection of realistic instrument sounds suitable for various musical styles.
Sounds are arranged into seven categories, with multiple sounds assigned to each category button.
By default, the “SK ConcertGrand” sound will be selected automatically when the instrument is turned on.

 Sound categories and variations
PIANO 1PIANO 2

E. PIANOORGAN

1SK ConcertGrand1

SK-5 GrandPiano

1

Classic E.Piano

1

Jazz Organ

2

EX ConcertGrand

2

Upright Piano

2

Classic E.P. 2

2

Drawbar Organ

3

Jazz Clean

3

Pop Grand 2

3

Classic E.P. 3

3

Ballad Organ

4

Warm Grand

4

Modern Piano

4

60’s E.Piano

4

Principal Oct.

5

Pop Grand

5

Rock Piano

5

60’s E.Piano 2

5

Church Organ

6

Modern E.Piano

HARPSI / MALLETS

STRINGS / CHOIR

BASS

1

Harpsichord

1

String Ensemble

5

Choir Ooh/Aah

1

Electric Bass

2

Vibraphone2

Slow Strings

6

Pop Ensemble

2

Electric Bass 2

3

Clavi

3

String Pad

7

Square Pad

3

Electric Bass 3

4

Marimba4

Warm Strings

8

New Age Pad

4

Wood Bass

5

W. Bass & Ride

1. Selecting a sound category

Basic Operation

Press the desired SOUND button.
The LED indicator for the button will turn on to indicate that thiscategory has been selected, and the name of the sound will beshown in the display.
Example: To select the E.PIANO category, press the
E.PIANO button.

2. Changing the selected sound variation
Several sound variations are assigned to each category button.
Press a SOUND button repeatedly to cycle through the different
sound variations.
×3

Example: To select the “Pop Grand 2” sound, press
the PIANO2 button three times.

Theor
VALUE buttons can also be used to select sounds,
and cycle through the different sound variations.

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Demo SongsThe Demo function provides an excellent introduction to the varied capabilities of the ES920 digital piano.
There are 25 different demonstration songs available, highlighting the instrument’s rich selection of high quality
sounds, convenient Rhythm Section feature, and powerful speaker system.
For a complete listing of the available demonstration songs, please refer to page 133 of this owner’s manual.
* Kawai regrets that sheet music for Kawai original demo songs is not available.

1. Entering demo mode
Press the TRANSPOSE and SPLIT buttons simultaneously.
The LED indicators for both buttons will start to flash to indicatethat demo mode is in use, and the Main Demo song will start toplay.

* When the Main Demo song has finished, a sound demo song will beselected at random, and will start to play.

Demo song name* During demo mode, pedals connected to the ES920 will not beeffective.

2. Selecting a demo song
While Demo mode is selected and the demo songs are playing:
Press the desired SOUND button.

Basic Operation

Press the selected sound category button repeatedly to cycle
through the different demo songs in that category.

×4

The LED indicator for the button will start to flash, and the first
demo in the selected sound category will start to play.

Example: To select the Warm Grand demo song,press the PIANO1 button four times.

In addition, press the RHYTHM SECTION button to play theRhythm Section demo song.
* When the Rhythm Section song has finished, the Main Demo song will
be re-selected, and will start to play.

The or VALUE buttons can also be used to cycle through allof the different demo songs.
The

or

MENU buttons can be used to switch for each group.

3. Stopping the demo song and exiting demo mode
While Demo mode is selected and the demo songs are playing:
Press the EXIT button.
The LED indicators will stop flashing, the demo songs will stop
playing, and the instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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Dual Mode
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 a church organ combined with a choir, etc.

1. Entering Dual mode
Press and hold a SOUND button to select the main sound, thenpress another SOUND button to select the layered sound.

ldho

The LED indicators for both SOUND buttons will turn on toindicate that Dual mode is in use, and the respective soundnames will be shown in the display.

Example: To layer the “Slow Strings” sound with the “SK
ConcertGrand” sound, press and hold the PIANO1 button,then press the STRINGS/CHOIR button.

Main soundLayered sound

2. Changing the main/layered sounds
To select a different variation for the layered sound:ldhoPress and hold the main SOUND button, then press the layered
SOUND button repeatedly to cycle through the different soundvariations.

Basic Operation

Example: To change the layered “String Ensemble” sound to
the “Slow Strings” sound, press and hold the PIANO1 button,then press the STRINGS/CHOIR button.

To select a different variation for the main sound:

×2

ld
ho

Press and hold the layered SOUND button, then press the main
SOUND button repeatedly to cycle through the different soundvariations.

Example: To change the main “SK ConcertGrand” sound to
the “Jazz Clean” sound, press and hold the STRINGS/CHOIR
button, then press the PIANO1 button twice.

To layer two variations assigned to the same SOUND button:
or

VALUE

×2

Press and hold a SOUND button, then press the
buttons to select the layered sound variation.

ldho* Preferred Dual mode sound combinations can be stored to a
Registration memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 36
for more information.

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Example: To layer the “Classic E.P.” and “60’s E.Piano” sounds
together, press and hold the E.PIANO button, then press the
VALUE button twice.

3. Adjusting the main/layered sound volume balance
While Dual mode is in use:

The volume balance will briefly be shown in the display.
* The default Dual mode volume balance is 9-9.

* The preferred Dual mode volume balance can also be stored to a
Registration memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 36
for more information.
* The Layer Octave Shift setting can be used to adjust the octave rangeof the layered sound. Please refer to page 111 for more information.

VALUE
Increase mainsound volume/
decrease layeredsound volume.

VALUE
Increase layeredsound volume/
decrease mainsound volume.

×5

Press the or VALUE buttons to adjust the volume balance
between the main and layered sounds.

Example: To decrease the volume of the mainsound to 5, press the VALUE button five times.

* The Layer Dynamics setting can be used to adjust the dynamic
sensitivity of the layered sound. Please refer to page 112 for more
information.

4. Exiting Dual mode

Basic Operation

While Dual mode is in use:
Press a single SOUND button.
The LED indicator for the button will turn on, the name of theselected sound will be shown in the display, and the instrument
will return to normal (single voice mode) operation.

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Split Mode
Split
Mode
The Split Mode function divides the keyboard into two sections, allowing each section to be played with a different
sound. For example, a bass sound in the lower section, and a piano sound in the upper section.

1. Entering Split mode
Press the SPLIT button.
The LED indicator for the SPLIT button will turn on and the
keyboard is split at the point between F#3 and G3.
G3 where the upper section begins, is called the split point.
The default split point is G3.
The LED indicator for the upper section sound button will turnon, and the LED indicator for the lower section sound button will
start to flash. The respective sound names will also be shown inthe display.
Upper section
soundDefault Split mode:
The previously selected sound is used for the upper section, andthe “Wood Bass” sound is selected for the lower section.

Lower section
soundSplit enabled

2. Changing the upper/lower section sounds

Basic Operation

To select a different sound for the upper section:
Press the desired SOUND button.

Example: To select the “Jazz Organ” sound for the upper
section, press the ORGAN button.

To select a different sound for the lower section:
Press and hold the SPLIT button, then press the desired SOUND
button.
ldhoExample: To select the “W. Bass & Ride” sound for the lower
section, press and hold the SPLIT button, then press the BASS
button.
* The Lower Octave Shift setting can be used to adjust the octave rangeof the lower section. Please refer to page 109 for more information.
* The Lower Pedal setting can be used to enable/disable the damper
pedal for the lower section. Please refer to page 110 for more
information.
* Preferred Split mode upper/lower sound combinations can be stored
to a Registration memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page
36 for more information.

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3. Changing the split point
Press and hold the SPLIT button, then press the desired split key
on the keyboard.
The name of the pressed key will briefly be shown in the display,
and will become the new split point.
* Split Mode and the Rhythm Section share the same split point.

Example: To set the split point to key F4, press andhold the SPLIT button, then press the F4 key.

Lower section

Upper sectionldho

New split point

4. Adjusting the upper/lower sound volume balance
While Split mode is in use:

* The default Split mode volume balance is 9-9.

* The preferred Split mode upper/lower volume balance can also be
stored to a Registration memory for convenient recall. Please refer topage 36 for more information.

VALUE
Increase lower
section volume/
decrease upper
section volume.

Basic Operation

The volume balance will briefly be shown in the display.

VALUE
Increase upper
section volume/
decrease lower
section volume.

×4

Press the or VALUE buttons to adjust the volume balance
between the upper and lower sections.

Example: To decrease the volume of the upper section
sound to 6, press the VALUE button four times.

5. Exiting Split mode
While Split mode is in use:
Press the SPLIT button.
The LED indicator for the SPLIT button will turn off, and the
instrument will return to normal (full keyboard) operation.

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Four Hands
Mode Mode
Four
Hands
The Four Hands Mode function divides the keyboard into two sections in a similar way to that of the Split Modefunction. However, with Four Hands Mode enabled, the octave/pitch of each section is automatically adjusted tocreate two separate 44-key instruments with the same playing range. This function is intended to allow two people
to practise together or perform piano duets using a single instrument.

1. Entering Four Hands mode
Press and hold the SPLIT button, then press the damper pedal.
The LED indicator for the SPLIT button will start to flash to
indicate that Four Hands mode is in use.
Press thedamper pedal

ldho* The default four hands mode split point is set between keys E4 and F4.

The LED indicator for the PIANO1 button will turn on, and the “SK
ConcertGrand” sound will automatically be selected for both theupper and lower sections.
Upper section
soundDefault Four Hands mode:
The “SK ConcertGrand” sound is selected for boththe upper and lower sections.

Lower section
soundFour Hands enabled

2. Changing the upper/lower section sounds

Basic Operation

To select a different sound for the upper section:
Press the desired SOUND button.

Example: To select the “Classic E.P.” sound for theupper section, press the E.PIANO button.

To select a different sound for the lower section:
Press and hold the SPLIT button, then press the desired SOUND
button.
×2

ldho

Example: To select the “Upright Piano” sound forthe lower section, press and hold the SPLIT button,then press the PIANO2 button twice.
* If the included F-10H foot pedal is connected to the instrument, thepedal will function as a damper pedal for the upper section only.
However, if the optional GFP-3 or F-302 triple pedal is connected,
the right (sustain) and left (soft) pedals will function as independent
damper pedals for the upper and lower sections respectively.
* Preferred Four Hands mode upper/lower sound combinations can be
stored to a Registration memory for convenient recall. Please refer topage 36 for more information.

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3. Changing the Four Hands mode split point
Press and hold the SPLIT button, then press the desired split key
on the keyboard.
The name of the pressed key will briefly be shown in the display,
and will become the new Four Hands mode split point.
Example: To set the split point to key C5, press and holdthe SPLIT button, then press the C5 key.

Lower section

Upper sectionldho

New split point

4. Adjusting the upper/lower sound volume balance
While Four Hands mode is in use:

* The default Four Hands mode volume balance is 9-9.

* The preferred Four Hands mode upper/lower volume balance can also
be stored to a Registration memory for convenient recall. Please referto page 36 for more information.

VALUE
Increase lower
section volume/
decrease upper
section volume.

Basic Operation

The volume balance will briefly be shown in the display.

VALUE
Increase upper
section volume/
decrease lower
section volume.

×4

Press the or VALUE buttons to adjust the volume balance
between the upper and lower sections.

Example: To decrease the volume of the lower section
sound to 6, press the VALUE button four times.

5. Exiting Four Hands mode
While Four Hands mode is in use:
Press the SPLIT button.
The LED indicator for the SPLIT button will stop flashing, and the
instrument will return to normal (full keyboard) operation.

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Enhancing the Sound
Enhancing
the Sound
The ES920 digital piano offers a variety of features to adjust and enhance the character of a particular sound. Someof these features (e.g. Reverb), are enabled automatically when a sound is selected, however players may also wish
to change the strength or type of enhancement to suit their personal preferences or different styles of music.

1 Reverb
Reverb adds reverberation to the sound, simulating the acoustic environment of a recital room, stage, or concert
hall. Some sound types, such as acoustic piano, enable reverb automatically in order to improve acoustic realism.
The ES920 digital piano features six different reverb types.

 Reverb types
Reverb type

Description

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. Turning Reverb on/off

Basic Operation

Press the REVERB button to turn reverb on/off.
The LED indicator for the REVERB button will turn on to indicate
when reverb is in use, and the current status will briefly beshown in the display.

2. Entering the Reverb settings menu
Press and hold the REVERB button.
The reverb settings menu will be shown in the display.
ldho Reverb settings

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Reverb setting

Description

Range

Type

Changes the type of environment.

–

Depth

Adjusts the depth of the environment (i.e. amount of reverberation to apply).

1~10

Time

Adjusts the decay length/speed of the reverberation.

1~10

3. Adjusting the Reverb settings (type/depth/time)
While the reverb settings menu is shown, to change the reverb type:Press the orreverb types.

VALUE buttons to cycle through the different

Example: To change the reverb type from “Small
Hall” to “Concert Hall”, press the VALUE button.

or
MENU buttons to select the “Reverb Depth”
Press thepage, then press theor
VALUE buttons to decrease or
increase the reverb depth setting.

hold

To change the reverb depth:* The reverb depth setting can be adjusted within the range of 1~10.
Example: To increase the reverb depth, press the
MENU
button to select the “Reverb Depth” page,then press and hold the VALUE button.

To change the reverb time:hold* The reverb time setting can be adjusted within the range of 1~10.

Basic Operation

or
MENU buttons to select the “Reverb Time”
Press thepage, then press theor
VALUE buttons to decrease or
increase the reverb time setting.

Example: To reduce the reverb time, press the MENU
button to select the “Reverb Time” page, thenpress and hold the VALUE button.

To exit the reverb settings menu and return to normal playing
mode, press the EXIT button or wait 10 seconds.
* Reverb settings are independent for each sound variation.
* Any changes made to the reverb type, settings, or on/off status willremain until the power is turned off.
* Preferred reverb settings can be stored to a Registration memory forconvenient recall. Please refer to page 36 for more information.

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Enhancing the Sound

2 Effects
In addition to reverb, various other effects can be applied to the selected sound, altering the tonal character andfeeling of the instrument. As with reverb, some sound types enable certain effects automatically in order to enhancetonal quality. The ES920 digital piano features 16 different effect types.

Basic Operation

 Effect types
Effect type

Description

Mono Delay

Adds an echo effect to the sound, playing through both speakers (stereo) simultaneously.

Ping Delay

Adds a “ping pong” echo effect to the sound, giving the impression that it is “bouncing” from left to right.

Triple Delay

Similar in principle to Ping Delay, but with an additional centre echo.

ChorusLayers a slightly detuned version of the sound over the original, thus enriching its tonal character.

Classic Chorus

Similar in principle to Chorus, but intended for vintage electric piano sounds.

Ensemble

Enriches the sound by adding three voiced chorus.

Tremolo

Adds a tremor to the sound by varying the volume constantly.

Classic Tremolo

Similar in principle to Tremolo, but intended for vintage electric piano sounds.

Vibrato Tremolo

Adds vibrato to tremolo.

Auto Pan

Alternates the sound output from left to right across the stereo field using a sine wave.

Classic Auto Pan

Similar in principle to Auto Pan, but intended for vintage electric piano sounds.

Phaser

Applies a cyclic phase change to the sound, giving the impression that the sound is moving.

Classic Phaser

Adds an effect produced by digital signal processing of classic chorus.

Compressor

Increases the acoustic pressure.
Simulates the sound of a rotary speaker commonly used with vintage electronic organs.

Rotary 1* Pressing the and MENU buttons simultaneously alternates the speed of the rotary simulation between “Slow”
and “Fast” effect modes. If the optional GFP-3 or F-302 pedal is connected, the left (soft) pedal can also be used.

Rotary2

Adds vibrato to the rotary speaker effect.

1. Turning Effects on/off
Press the EFFECTS button to turn effects on/off.
The LED indicator for the EFFECTS button will turn on to indicate
when effects are in use, and the current status will briefly beshown in the display.

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2. Entering the Effects settings menu, selecting the Effect typePress and hold the EFFECTS button.
The first page of the effects settings menu will be shown in thedisplay.
ldhoPress the oreffect types.

VALUE buttons to cycle through the different

Effect type

Setting 1

Setting 2

Setting 3

Setting 4

Mono Delay / Ping Delay / Triple Delay

Dry / Wet

Time

Feedback

High Damp

ChorusDry / Wet

Speed

Feedback

DepthClassic Chorus

Mono / Stereo

Speed

–

–

Ensemble

Dry / Wet

Speed

–

–

TremoloDry / Wet

Speed

–

–

Classic Tremolo

Dry / Wet

Speed

–

–

Vibrato Tremolo

Dry / Wet

Speed

–

–

Auto PanDry / Wet

Speed

–

–

Classic Auto Pan

Dry / Wet

Speed

–

–

PhaserDry / Wet

Speed

Feedback

DepthClassic Phaser

Dry / Wet

Speed

Feedback

Depth

Compressor

Gain

Ratio

ThresholdAttackRotary 1

Accel. Speed

Rotary Speed

Lower Slow Speed

Upper Slow Speed

Rotary 2

Accel. Speed

Rotary Speed

Vibrato/Chorus

SpreadBasic Operation

 Effect settings

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Enhancing the Sound
3. Selecting and adjusting the Effect settings
While the effects settings menu is shown in the display:×2

Press the or MENU buttons to cycle through the different
effects settings pages.

Example: To select the “Delay Time” effects setting,press the MENU button twice.

holdPress theor
VALUE buttons to adjust the value of theselected effects setting.

Example: To increase the “Delay Time” effects
setting, press and hold the VALUE button.
* Effect settings can be adjusted within the range from 1 to 10 except
Compressor and Rotary 2(Vibrato/Chorus).
* Compressor settings are as follows.
 Gain (1 - 128)
 Ratio (1:1 - 64.5:1)
 Threshold (1 - 128)
 Attack (1 - 128)

Basic Operation* Rotary 2(Vibrato/Chorus) settings are as follows.
 Vibrato (V-1 ~ V-3)
 Chorus (C-1 ~ C-3)

To exit the effects settings menu and return to normal playing
mode, press the EXIT button or wait 4 seconds.
* Effects settings are independent for each sound variation.
* Any changes made to the effect type, settings, or on/off status willremain until the power is turned off.
* Preferred effects settings can be stored to a Registration memory forconvenient recall. Please refer to page 36 for more information.

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3 Amp Simulator
The ES920’s Amp Simulator (Amp Sim) attempts to reproduce the sound, response, and overdrive characteristics ofa typical amp/speaker combination, giving electric piano and drawbar organ sounds an authentic vintage quality.
Once enabled, the amplifier type can be selected, with adjustable drive, level, and Low/Hi EQ settings. As with theReverb and Effects functions, selecting certain sounds will enable the Amp Sim automatically.

1. Turning the Amp Sim on/off
Press the AMP button to turn the Amp Sim on/off.

* If Dual or Split/Four Hands modes are selected, the Amp Sim will notaffect the layered or lower section sounds.

Amp Sim setting

Description

Range

Type

Selects the amplifier/speaker type.

See below

Drive

Adjusts the drive (overdrive) level of the selected amplifier.

1~10

Level

Adjusts the volume level of the selected amplifier.

1~10

EQ Low

Adjusts the low frequency EQ level of the selected amplifier.

–6 dB~+6 dB

EQ High

Adjusts the high frequency EQ level of the selected amplifier.

–6 dB~+6 dB

Basic Operation

 Amp Sim settings

2. Changing the Amp Sim type
While the Amp Sim settings menu is shown in the display:Press and hold the AMP button. The Amp Sim settings menu will
be shown in the display.
ldhoPress the or
Amp Sim types.

VALUE buttons to cycle through the different

 Amp Sim types
Amp Sim type

Description

S. Case I

A distantly miked suitcase type speaker, suitable for vintage electric piano sounds.

S. Case II

A closely miked suitcase type speaker, suitable for vintage electric piano sounds.

L. Cabinet

A speaker enclosed within a wooden cabinet, suitable for vintage drawbar organ sounds.

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3. Adjusting the Amp Sim settings (drive/level/eq low/eq high)Press the or MENU buttons to cycle through the different
Amp Sim settings pages, then press the or VALUE buttons
to adjust the value of the selected Amp Sim setting.

holdWhile the Amp Sim settings menu is shown in the display:

Example: To increase the drive of the Amp Sim, press
the MENU
button to select the “Amp Sim Drive”
page, then press and hold the VALUE button.

To exit the Amp Sim settings menu and return to normal playing
mode, press the EXIT button or wait 4 seconds.
* Amp Sim settings are independent for each sound variation.
* Any changes made to the Amp Sim type, settings, or on/off status willremain until the power is turned off.
* Preferred Amp Sim settings can be stored to a Registration memory forconvenient recall. Please refer to page 36 for more information.

4 Equaliser
Basic Operation

The Equaliser allows the volume of Low, Mid-low, Mid-high, and High frequency bands to be adjusted in real-time.
From the leftmost slider, volume of “Low”, “Mid-low”, “Mid-high”,
and “High” frequencies can be adjusted.
The 4-band equalizer can be set by Tone Control. (page 74)
Tone Control offers 8 preset types and user EQ. Settings made inTone Control have effects on 4 sliders on the panel.
The volume range is from -6dB to +6dB; therefore, the volume
may not change even when the slider is moved in some cases
depending on the Tone Control settings.
For example, if the volume is set to +6dB in Tone Control, thevolume does not increase when the slider is moved above themiddle. Meanwhile, the volume decreases if the slider is moved
below the middle.
The volume set in Tone Control applies when the slider is at the
middle.

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Panel Lock
The Panel Lock function allows the state of all panel buttons to be temporarily locked, preventing sounds and othersettings from being changed. This function may prove useful in teaching environments, ensuring that students are
not distracted by changing sounds etc.

1. Activating the Panel Lock
Press the METRONOME and USB buttons simultaneously.
The Panel Lock screen will be shown in the display, and the
instrument will stop responding to panel button presses.

If panel buttons are pressed while the Panel Lock is activated, areminder message will briefly be shown in the display.

* When activated, the Panel Lock will remain even after the power isturned off/on.

Basic Operation

2. Deactivating the Panel Lock
Press the METRONOME and USB buttons simultaneously again.
A message will be shown in the display to indicate that the Panel
Lock has been deactivated, and the instrument will resume
responding to panel button presses as normal.

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Transpose
Transpose
The Transpose function allows the pitch of the ES920 digital piano’s keyboard to be raised or lowered in semi-tone
intervals. This is particularly useful when accompanying instruments tuned for different keys, or when a song learned
in one key must be played in another key.
* Changes are applied to all built-in sounds.
* Any changes made by this operation will remain until the power is turned off.
Preferred settings can be stored in a Registration memory or Startup Setting. Please refer to page 36 and 82 for more information.

 Adjusting the Key Transpose value: Method 1
Press and hold the TRANSPOSE button, then press the
VALUE buttons to adjust the key transpose value.

or×4

The LED indicator for the TRANSPOSE button will turn on toindicate that the transpose function is in use, and the key
transpose value will briefly be shown in the display.

ldho

Example: To increase the key transpose value from 0 (off)to +4 (i.e. raise the keyboard pitch by 4 semi-tones), press
and hold the TRANSPOSE button, then press the VALUE
button four times.

* The keyboard pitch can be raised or lowered by up to 12 semi-tones.
* To reset the key transpose value to 0, press and hold the TRANSPOSE
button, then press the and VALUE buttons simultaneously.

Basic Operation

 Adjusting the Key Transpose value: Method 2
Press and hold the TRANSPOSE button, then press a key within
the range of C3 to C5 to specify the value between -12 and +12.

ldho

The LED indicator for the TRANSPOSE button will turn on toindicate that the transpose function is in use, and the key
transpose value will briefly be shown in the display.

C3

Example: To change the key transpose from C (off) to A (i.e.
lower the keyboard pitch by three semi-tones), press andhold the TRANSPOSE button, then press the A# key.

 Turning Key Transpose on/off
Press the TRANSPOSE button to turn the key transpose function on/off.
* The specified key transpose setting will be retained even after the key
transpose function is turned off. This allows the key transpose function
to be turned on and off freely, without the need to adjust the value
each time.
* The specified key transpose setting will return to the default value of 0
after the power is turned off.
* Preferred key transpose settings can be stored to a Registration
memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 36 for more
information.

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Using the Song Transpose function it is also possible to transpose recorder songs stored in internal memory, and
SMF song files stored on a USB memory device. This allows the pitch of the song to be adjusted without affecting
the pitch of the keyboard.

 Selecting the Song Transpose/Key Transpose settings
Press and hold the TRANSPOSE button, then press theor
MENU buttons to alternate between the key transpose and songtranspose settings.

ldho Adjusting the Song Transpose value
While the Song Transpose screen is shown in the display:or

VALUE buttons to adjust the song transpose×2

Press thevalue.

Example: To increase the song transpose value from0 (off) to +2 (i.e. raise the song pitch by 2 semi-tones),press and hold the TRANSPOSE button, then press the
VALUE button twice.
* To reset the song transpose value to 0, press the
buttons simultaneously.

andBasic Operation* The song pitch can be raised or lowered by up to 12 semi-tones.
VALUE* The song transpose value will automatically reset to 0 when a different
song is selected.

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

1. 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.
The current metronome tempo in beats per minute (BPM) andbeat of the bar will also be shown in the display.
Metronome
tempo

Current beatPress the EXIT or METRONOME button again to stop the metronome.

or

The LED indicator for the METRONOME button will turn off, thebeat will stop counting, and the display will return to the normal
playing mode screen.

2. Adjusting the Metronome settings (tempo/beat)

Basic Operation

While the Metronome tempo screen is shown in the display, toadjust the metronome tempo:holdPress theor
VALUE buttons to adjust the value of themetronome tempo.

Example: To decrease the tempo of the metronome,press and hold the VALUE button.
* The metronome tempo can be adjusted within the range of 10~400
beats per minute (BPM).
* To reset the metronome tempo to 120, press the
buttons simultaneously.

and

VALUE

Press the or MENU buttons to select the “Beat” page, thenpress the or VALUE buttons to cycle through the different
metronome beat (time signature) types.
* There are ten different types of beat (time signature) available:
1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 3/8, 6/8, 7/8, 9/8, and 12/8.
* To reset the metronome beat to 4/4, press thesimultaneously.

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and

VALUE buttons

×2

To adjust the metronome beat (time signature):

Example: To change the beat (time signature) from 1/4
to 3/4, press the MENU
button to select the “Beat”
page, then press the VALUE button twice.

2. Adjusting the Metronome settings (volume)
To adjust the metronome volume:
or
MENU buttons to select the “Volume” page,
Press thethen press the or VALUE buttons to adjust the value of themetronome volume.
Example: To increase the volume of the tempo,
press the MENU
button to select the “Volume”
page, then press the VALUE button.
* The metronome volume can be adjusted within the range of 0~10.
* To reset the metronome volume to 5, press the
buttons simultaneously.

and

VALUE

 Jump to Recorder shortcut
While the Metronome function is in use:
Press the(REC) button.

The Recorder standby screen will be shown in the display, andthe metronome will count. A one bar count-in will also be played
before the recording begins.

Basic Operation* Please refer to page 42 for more information about the instrument’s
Recorder functions.

35Registration Memories
Registration
Memories
The Registration function allows the current instrument setup (sound/style selection, all settings, etc.) to be stored
to a registration memory, and conveniently recalled at the touch of a button. Each of the seven registration buttons
contain four banks (A, B, C, and D), allowing up to 28 different registration memories to be stored.
Registrations can also be loaded from/saved to USB memory devices. Please refer to page 61 for more information.

 Settings stored in Registration memories
GeneralSettings

Selected sound

Basic Settings*

Dual Mode / Split Mode (sounds, volume balance, split point)

Virtual Technician

Reverb, Effects, Amp Simulator (type, settings)

Rhythm Settings

Transpose (Key Transpose only)

Key Settings

Metronome (Beat, Tempo, Volume)

MIDI Settings* Wall EQ, Speaker Volume, Low Volume Balance, Line Out Volume, Audio Recorder Gain, Auto Display Off, and Auto Power Off will not be stored to
Registration memories.

 Selecting a Registration memory
Press the REGISTRATION button.
The LED indicator for the REGISTRATION button will turn on
to indicate that the registration function is in use, and theregistration selection screen will be shown in the display.

Basic Operation

Bank (A, B, C, or D)

×2

Press the SOUND buttons to select the desired registration
memory. Press the same SOUND button repeatedly to cycle
through the four banks (A, B, C, and D).

Example: To select registration memory 4B, press
the ORGAN button (memory #4) twice.

Alternatively, press the or VALUE buttons to cycle throughall 28 different registration memories.

 Exiting Registration mode (restore previous settings)
To return to normal playing mode without selecting the registration(i.e. restore the previous panel settings):
Press the REGISTRATION button.
The LED indicator for the REGISTRATION button will turn off, andthe instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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 Exiting Registration mode (retain new settings)
To return to normal playing mode with the current registration
memory settings selected:
Press the EXIT button.
The LED indicator for the REGISTRATION button will turn off, andthe instrument will return to normal playing mode.

 Storing a Registration memory
To store a registration memory to the current banks (e.g. bank A):
Press and hold the REGISTRATION button, then press and hold a
SOUND button.
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The current instrument setup will be stored to the registration
memory assigned to the pressed SOUND button, and aconfirmation message will briefly be shown in the display.

Example: To store the current instrument setup
to memory 6A, press and hold the REGISTRATION
button, then press and hold the STRINGS/CHOIR
button.

or

×4

* The

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Press and hold the REGISTRATION button, press the same
SOUND button repeatedly to cycle through the four banks (A, B,
C, and D), then press and hold the SOUND button.

Basic Operation

To store a registration memory to a different banks (e.g. bank D):

VALUE buttons can also be used to change the bank.
hold

The current instrument setup will be stored to the registration
memory and bank specified, and a confirmation message will bebriefly shown in the display.

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Example: To store the current instrument setup
to memory 3D, press and hold the REGISTRATION
button, press the E.PIANO button four times, thenpress and hold the same E.PIANO button.

 Resetting all Registration memories
Press and hold the SPLIT and REGISTRATION buttons, then turnthe instrument’s power off/on.

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All registration memories will be reset to the factory default
settings.

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Rhythm Section
Basic Operation
RhythmSectionBasic Operation
The ES920’s Rhythm Section feature contains 100 built-in accompaniment styles, covering a wide range of musicalgenres. Each style can be used simply as a drum or percussion track, or as a full musical accompaniment with bass,
guitar, organ, brass, etc. parts. In addition, each style includes separate introduction, fill-in, variation, and ending
passages, allowing musicians to enliven their performances at the touch of a button.
For a complete listing of the available Rhythm Section styles, please refer to page 134 of this owner’s manual.

 Rhythm Section pattern types
Pattern type

Description

No. of bars

Count-in (drums only)

A short introduction pattern used to count-in the Basic/Variation pattern.

1 or 2Basic

A simple, unobtrusive backing accompaniment pattern.

4 or 8

Variation

A more complicated version of the basic pattern, with additional phrases etc.

4 or 8Fill-in

A short pattern that can be used when repeating phrases or as a bridge between the Basicand Variation patterns.

1

EndingA short pattern used to bring the currently playing accompaniment style to an end.

1

1. Entering the Rhythm Section
Press the RHYTHM SECTION button.
The LED indicator for the RHYTHM SECTION button will turn on
to indicate that the Rhythm Section is in use.

Basic Operation

Information about the currently selected style will also be shownin the display.
Selected style
Chord nameStyle part(s)Style tempo

The entire keyboard can be used to play the melody, with the ES920 detecting and changing the Rhythm Section chord/key
automatically.
Full keyboard:
Used to control the accompaniment, and play the melody.

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2. Playing with the Rhythm Section
Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on, and thecount-in drum pattern will start to play.
After the Count-in, the Rhythm Section will change to the Basicpattern. During this time, playing full fingered chords will alsochange the accompaniment’s chords, while single notes play the
melody.

Count-in

Basic

Fill-in

After 8 bars of the Basic pattern have been played, the Rhythm
Section will automatically play the Fill-in pattern.
* Please refer to page 114 for more information about the Rhythm
Section’s Auto Fill-in function.

3. Adding the full backing accompaniment
The full backing accompaniment will begin to play in the key
specified, and the name of the chord will be shown in the display.
* The Rhythm Section recognises 15 different chords types, including
most inversions. Please refer to page 135 for more information.

* When the ACC Mode setting is set to “1 Finger Chord”, the Rhythm
Section accompaniment can be changed by playing single notes’s.
Please refer to page 116.

Example: To play the backing accompaniment in the
key of G minor, press the G, B  and D keys in the lower
section simultaneously.

Basic Operation* When the Bass Inv. setting is set to “On”, the On-Bass chord can berecognised when playing bass notes with the left hand. Please refer topage 118.

4. Stopping and exiting the Rhythm Section
Press the PLAY/STOP button again.
The Rhythm Section will play the ending pattern, the backing
accompaniment will stop, and the LED indicator for the PLAY/
STOP button will turn off.
Press the RHYTHM SECTION button again to return to normal
playing mode.

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Rhythm Section Basic Operation

Rhythm Section Style
The ES920 digital piano features 100 different accompaniment styles, ranging from Pop, Rock, Ballads, and Jazz, toFunk, Dance, Latin, and World Music styles.
For a complete listing of the available Rhythm Section styles, please refer to page 134 of this owner’s manual.

 Selecting the Rhythm Section style
While the main Rhythm Section screen is shown in the display:or
RHYTHM (REW or FWD) buttons to cycle
Press thethrough the different Rhythm Section styles.

Each style features both a “basic” and “variation” pattern. If the“variation” pattern is selected, a ≈ symbol will be shown in thedisplay.

Basic Operation

Variation pattern* The selected Rhythm Section style setting will remain until the poweris turned off.
* The preferred Rhythm Section style can be stored to a Registration
memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 36 for more
information.

 Jump to Rhythm Section genre
It is also possible to cycle through the different Rhythm Section
genres, instead of individual styles.
Press and hold the RHYTHM SECTION button, then press theor
RHYTHM (REW or FWD) buttons to cycle through thedifferent Rhythm Section genres.
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Rhythm Section Parts
Each Rhythm Section style consists of several different instrument parts. It is possible to specify whether the Rhythm
Section should play drums only, bass and drums, or a full backing accompaniment.

 Rhythm Section parts
R.S. Parts

display

Description

Drums

Drum

The Rhythm Section will play a drum track only.

Bass & Drums

B+Dr

The Rhythm Section will play both bass and drum tracks.

All Parts (default)

All

The Rhythm Section will play a full backing accompaniment (drums, bass, guitar, etc.)

 Changing the Rhythm Section parts
While the main Rhythm Section screen is shown in the display:

Basic Operation

Press the PART (RESET) button to cycle through the different
Rhythm Section part settings.

 Adjusting the Rhythm Section tempo
While the main Rhythm Section screen is shown in the display:or
VALUE buttons to decrease or increase thePress thetempo of the Rhythm Section.
* The Rhythm Section and Metronome share the same tempo setting.

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Song Recorder(Internal(Internal
memory)Song
Recordermemory)The ES920 digital piano allows up to 10 different songs to be recorded, stored in internal memory, and played backat the touch of a button. Each song consists of two separate tracks - referred to as “parts” - that can be recorded andplayed back independently. This allows the left-hand part of a song to be recorded first on one track, and the righthand part to be recorded later on the other track.

1 Recording a Song
1. Entering song recorder mode
Press the(REC) button.

The LED indicator for the (REC) button will start to flash, andthe Internal Song Recorder screen will be shown in the display.
Song No.

Part No.

* If a USB memory device is connected, press the MENU
select the “Int. Recorder” function.

Song tempo

button to* The Recorder shares the song tempo setting with the Metronome andRhythm Section functions.

2. Selecting the song/part to be recorded
Press the REW or FWD buttons to select the internal songmemory (1~10) to be recorded to.

Basic Operation

Part has been recorded

Then press the or VALUE buttons to select the part number(1 or 2) to be recorded.
* If a part has already been recorded, a * symbol will be shown.

When recording part 1 and part 2 separately, select the song and part number
carefully in order to prevent accidentally overwriting a previously recorded part.

3. Starting the song recorder
Recording starts when the instrument is played.
The LED indicators for the (REC) and PLAY/STOP buttons willturn on, and recording will start.

or

The current bar and beat will also be shown in the display.
* 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.

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Bar and beat no.

4. Stopping the song recorder
Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The LED indicators for the PLAY/STOP and (REC) buttons willturn off, the recorder will stop, and the part/song will be stored
in internal memory.
After a few seconds, the Internal Song Player screen will be shownin the display, indicating that the song is ready for playback.
* The maximum recording capacity is approximately 90,000 notes, withbutton and pedal presses also counted as one note.
* If the maximum recording capacity is reached during recording, therecorder will stop automatically.
* Recorder songs will remain in memory after the power is turned off.

 Recording a second partTo record a second part, repeat the above instructions, selecting the part that has not been recorded to.

 Recording with the metronome
It is also possible to record songs with the metronome activated. This is useful when recording parts separately, or wishing to maintaincorrect timing throughout complex passages. Note that the metronome will not be heard when the song is played back.

Basic Operation* Please refer to page 34 for more information about using the instrument’s Metronome function with the Recorder.

 Changing panel settings while recording
In some cases, it may be desirable to make changes to the selected sound or style while recording a song. The tables below list thevarious functions which will and will not be remembered during recording.

Panel operations remembered during recording

Panel operations NOT remembered during recording*

Changes made to the sound type. (SOUND buttons etc.)

Changes made to the reverb settings.

Switching between dual/split modes.

Changes made to the effects settings.
Changes made to the tempo.
Changes made to the volume balance in dual/split mode.
Changes made to transpose, tuning, touch, etc.
* Make changes to desired effects, reverb, and tempo settings etc.
before recording a new song.

5. Exiting song recorder mode
Press the EXIT button to exit the Internal Song Recorder.
The instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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Song Recorder (Internal memory)

2 Playing a SongThis function is used to playback songs stored in the internal recorder. To playback a song/part immediately afterrecording, start this process from step 2.

1. Entering song play mode
Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on, and theInternal Song Player screen will be shown in the display.
Song No.

Part No.

Song tempo* If a USB memory device is connected, press the MENU
select the “Int. Recorder” function.

button to

2. Selecting the song/part to be played backPress the REW or FWD buttons to select the internal songmemory (1~10) to be played back.

Basic Operation

Part has been recorded* If a part has already been recorded, a * symbol will be shown.

To select the part(s) of the song to be played back:Press the orthen press thepart(s).

MENU buttons to select the Song Part setting,or
VALUE buttons to select the desired

3. Starting song playback
Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The selected song/part(s) will start to play, and the current bar
and beat will also be shown in the display.

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Bar and beat no.

 Controlling song playback
While the song is playing:
Press the REW or FWD buttons to rewind or advance the playing
position of the song. When the playing position is reset, thesebuttons allow the song memory to be selected.
Press the A-B LOOP button twice to set the start and end pointsof the loop.

PLAY/STOP
Pause/resume
song playback.

* Pressing the A-B LOOP button for a third time will turn off the loop.

Press the PLAY/STOP button to pause and resume song playback.
Press the RESET button to return to the beginning of the song.

RESET
Reset song tobeginning.

REW and FWD
Rewind/advance
playing position, or
select song memory
when song is reset.
A-B LOOP
Set start/end pointsof loop.

 Adjusting the playback tempo
While the song is playing:
Press theor

VALUE buttons to adjust the playback tempo.

* The playback tempo can be adjusted within the range of 10~400 beats
per minute (BPM).

 Adjusting playback settings (playback menu)

Basic Operation

The playback menu features settings to adjust the song volume,and pitch (transpose), and change the selected playing part(s).
While the song is playing:
Press the or MENU buttons to enter the playback menu andselect the desired setting, then press the or VALUE buttons
to adjust the setting value.

* The song volume setting can be adjusted within the range of 1~100.
* The song pitch can be raised or lowered by up to 12 semi-tones.
* The song part setting cycles through part 1, part 2, and parts 1&2.

Press the EXIT button to return to the Internal Song Play screen.

4. Exiting song play mode
Press the EXIT button to exit the Internal Song Player.
The instrument will return to normal playing mode.
* Press the EXIT button twice if a USB memory device is connected.

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Song Recorder (Internal memory)

3 Recording a Song with the Rhythm Section
It is also possible to record songs while using the Rhythm Section. This feature can be used to record backing
accompaniments (including chord changes) for favourite songs, allowing the player to concentrate on the melody
or improvised solos using the full keyboard.
The Rhythm Section can only be recorded to Part 1 of each song memory.

1. Entering the Rhythm Section
Press the RHYTHM SECTION button.
The LED indicator for the RHYTHM SECTION button will turn on
to indicate that the Rhythm Section is in use.
Make any changes to the Rhythm Section settings (style, volume,
tempo, parts, ACC mode etc.)* Please refer to page 113 for more information.

2. Entering song recorder mode
Press the(REC) button.

The LED indicator for the (REC) button will start to flash, andthe Internal Song Recorder screen will be shown in the display.

Basic Operation* If a USB memory device is connected, press the MENU
select the “Int. Recorder” function.

button to

3. Selecting the song to be recorded
Press the REW or FWD buttons to select the internal songmemory (1~10) to be recorded to.
* Part 1 must be selected in order to record the Rhythm Section. The
Rhythm Section will not be recorded if Part 2 is selected.

4. Starting the song recorder
Press a key on the keyboard, or press the PLAY/STOP button.
(REC) and PLAY/STOP buttons
The LED indicators for thewill turn on, and recording will start with the Rhythm Section
playing.
Press the PLAY/STOP button to stop the recording.

46or4 Erasing a Part/SongThis function is used to erase recorder parts that have been recorded incorrectly or songs that are no longer listened
to. Once a part/song has been erased from memory it cannot be recovered.

1. Entering song erase mode
Press the(REC) and PLAY/STOP buttons simultaneously.

The LED indicators for the(REC) and PLAY/STOP buttons
will start to flash, and the Erase Song screen with the currently
selected song and part number will be shown in the display.

2. Selecting a song and part(s) to be erased
Press the REW or FWD buttons to select the internal songmemory (1~10) to be erased.

Parts have been recorded

Basic Operation

Then press theor
VALUE buttons to select the partnumber(s) (1, 2, or 1&2) of the selected song to be erased.
* If a part has already been recorded, a * symbol will be shown.

3. Erasing the selected song and part(s)Press the(REC) button.

A confirmation message will be shown in the display, prompting
to confirm or cancel the erase operation.

Press the VALUE
button to confirm the erase operation andreturn to the Internal Song Player screen.

orPress the EXIT button to cancel the erase operation.
* If cancelled, press the PLAY/STOP button to return to the Play Internal
screen, or (REC) button to return to the Record Internal screen.

 Erasing all recorder songs from memory
Press and hold the PLAY/STOP and
the instrument’s power off/on.

(REC) buttons, then turnhold

All recorder songs stored in memory will be erased.

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Audio Record/Playback(USB memory)
Audio
Record/Playback(USB memory)
The ES920 digital piano is also capable of recording performances as digital audio - saving the data to a USB memory
device in either MP3 or WAV format. This useful function allows professional quality recordings to be produced
directly on the instrument - without the need for additional sound equipment - then emailed to band members,
listened to away from the instrument, or edited and remixed further using an audio workstation.
* USB devices should be formatted to use the FAT or FAT32 file systems.

 Audio Recorder format specifications
Audio Format

Specifications

BitrateMP3

44.1 kHz, 16 bit, Stereo

256 kbit/s (fixed)

WAV

44.1 kHz, 16 bit, Stereo

1,411 kbit/s (uncompressed)

1 Recording an Audio file
1. Entering USB recorder mode
Connect a USB memory device to the USB port.
(REC) button, then press the MENU
Press theselect the “USB Recorder” function.

button to

Basic Operation

The LED indicator for the (REC) button will start to flash, andthe USB Recorder screen will be shown in the display.

2. Selecting the audio recorder file format
Press theor
VALUE buttons to select the desired audio
recorder file format (MP3 or WAV).

* MP3 audio files require less storage space than WAV audio files.
* A 1 GB USB memory device can store over 12 hours of MP3 audio data.

3. Starting the audio recorder
Press a key on the keyboard.
The LED indicators for the (REC) and PLAY/STOP buttons willturn on, and recording will start.

or

The recording status will also be shown in the display.

* 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.

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4. Stopping the audio recorder, saving to USB
Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The LED indicators for the PLAY/STOP andturn off, and recording will stop.

(REC) buttons will

A confirmation message will be shown in the display, prompting
to save the recorded audio file.

Press the (REC) button to continue, or the PLAY/STOP button
to cancel the save operation.

REC
Continue (Yes)* If cancelled, the audio recorder will return to the previous screen.

PLAY/STOP
Cancel (No)

5. Naming the recorded audio file, confirming saveAfter pressing the(REC) button to continue the save:

The filename entry screen will be shown in the display.

Move cursor.

Select character.

Basic Operation

Press the or VALUE buttons to cycle through the characters,
and the or MENU buttons to move the cursor.
Press the(REC) button again to save the recorded audio filewith the specified filename.
After a few seconds, the Audio Player screen will be shown in thedisplay, indicating that the song is ready for playback.

* “Audio-000.MP3” or “Audio-000.WAV” will be used as the default namefor the recorded audio files, with the number increasing automatically.
* Saved files are limited to a maximum name length of 11 characters.
* The saved audio file will be stored in the root folder of the USB memory
device. It is not possible to store the file in a different folder.
* The audio recorder will only record sounds produced by the instrument.
Devices connected via the LINE IN jacks will not be recorded.

 Overwriting a file
If the specified filename already exists:
A confirmation message will be shown in the display, prompting
to confirm or cancel the overwrite operation.

Press the (REC) button to confirm the overwrite, or the PLAY/
STOP button to cancel.
* If cancelled, the audio recorder will return to the saving screen (step 4).

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Continue (Yes)

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2 Playing an Audio file
The ES920 digital piano is also capable of playing MP3 and WAV audio files stored on a USB memory device directly
through the instrument’s speaker system. This function is particularly useful when attempting to learn the chords
or melody to a new piece, or to simply play along with one’s favourite song.

 Audio Player supported format specifications
Audio Format

Specifications

BitrateMP3

32 kHz/44.1 kHz/48 kHz, Mono/Stereo

8~320 kbit/s (fixed & variable)

WAV

32 kHz/44.1 kHz/48 kHz, Mono/Stereo, 16 bit-

 Preparing the USB memory device
First, prepare a selection of MP3 or WAV audio files, copying thedata to a USB memory device.

1. Entering USB playback mode
Connect a USB memory device to the USB port.

Basic Operation

Press the PLAY/STOP button, then press the MENU
select the “USB Recorder” function.

button to

The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on, and thefile selection screen will be shown in the display.

 File selection screen
The file selection screen provides a listing of relevant files andfolders stored on the connected USB device.
The ‚ symbol is used to indicate the selected file/folder.
The < > symbols are used to indicate a folder.

or VALUE
Move cursor.

MENU
Select file/folder.

An example of a typical file/folder listing screen is shown below.
The visible screen height has been extended for the purpose ofthis illustration.
Previous folder
Folders

Files

Selection cursor

50* Files and folders will be listed in alphabetical order, with folders shownat the top of the screen.
* When the USB Recorder function is selected, MP3, WAV, MID, and KSO
files will be shown.
* The display is capable of showing filenames with a maximum lengthof 11 characters (+3 character suffix). Filenames longer than 11
characters will be truncated automatically.

2. Selecting and playing an audio file
Press theor VALUE buttons to move the selection cursor,
then press the MENU button to select the file.
The audio play screen will be shown in the display.

Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on and theselected audio file will start to play.
* To activate the “Chain Play” mode, press and hold the PLAY/STOP
button when selecting the file. The contents of the current folder will
be played in alphabetical order after the initial file has finished playing.

* If the selected audio file contains embedded metadata (e.g. ID3 tags)
such as artist name and song title, this information will be shown
beside the filename, on the top line of the display.

 Controlling audio file playback
While the audio file is playing:
Press the REW or FWD buttons to rewind or advance the playing
position of the audio file. When the playing position is reset,
these button allow the file/folder to be selected.
PLAY/STOP
Pause/resume
audio playback.

* Pressing the A-B LOOP button for a third time will turn off the loop.

Press the PLAY/STOP button to pause and resume playback.
Press the RESET button to return to the beginning of the audio
file.

RESET
Reset audio tobeginning.

REW and FWD
Rewind/advance
playing position,or select file/folder
when song is reset.

Basic Operation

Press the A-B LOOP button twice to set the start and end pointsof the loop.

A-B LOOP
Set start/end pointsof loop.

 Adjusting the audio file playback volume
Press theor

VALUE buttons to adjust the playback volume.

* The playback volume can be adjusted within the range of 1~100.
* There may be a noticeable difference in volume between audio file
playback and the ES920 keyboard sound. When playing back MP3/
WAV audio data, please adjust the volume of the audio file as desired.

3. Exiting USB playback mode
Press the EXIT button to exit the USB Recorder.
The instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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Audio Record/Playback (USB memory)

3 Overdubbing an Audio file
This function allows the sound of the ES920 to be recorded (overdubbed) to an existing MP3 or WAV audio file.

1. Entering USB recorder mode
Connect a USB memory device to the USB port.
Press the PLAY/STOP button, then press the MENU
select the “USB Recorder” function.

button to

The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on, and thefile selection screen will be shown in the display.

2. Selecting an audio file
Press theor VALUE buttons to move the selection cursor,
then press the MENU button to select the file.

Basic Operation

The audio play screen will be shown in the display.

3. Selecting Overdubbing mode
Press the(REC) button.

Overdubbing mode will be selected automatically.

* To record a new song, press theSong mode.

Press the52(REC) button again.

or

VALUE buttons to select New

4. Selecting the audio recorder file format
Press theor
VALUE buttons to select the desired audio
recorder file format (MP3 or WAV).

5. Starting the audio recorder
Press a key on the keyboard, or press the PLAY/STOP button.
(REC) and PLAY/STOP buttons
The LED indicators for thewill turn on, the selected audio file will begin to play, andoverdubbing will start.

or* The name of the selected audio file will be used as the default name forthe overdubbed audio file.

Basic Operation* Saved files are limited to a maximum name length of 11 characters.

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Audio Record/Playback (USB memory)

4 Playing a MIDI file
The ES920 digital piano also supports the playback of Standard MIDI File (SMF) song files stored on a USB memory
device, allowing a vast selection of widely accessible music to be heard through the instrument’s exquisite Harmonic
Imaging XL sound engine.

 Song Player supported format specifications
Song Format

Specifications

MID

Format 0, Format 1

 Preparing the USB memory device
First, prepare a selection of MID (SMF) song files, copying thedata to a USB memory device.

1. Entering USB playback mode
Connect a USB memory device to the USB port.
Press the PLAY/STOP button, then press the MENU
select the “USB Recorder” function.

button to

Basic Operation

The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on, and thefile selection screen will be shown in the display.
* Please refer to page 50 for information about the file selection
screen.

2. Selecting and playing a MIDI file.
Press theor VALUE buttons to move the selection cursor,
then press the MENU button to select the MIDI file.
The MIDI player screen will be shown in the display.

Bar and beat no.

Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on and theselected MIDI file will start to play.
* To activate the “Chain Play” mode, press and hold the PLAY/STOP
button when selecting the file. The contents of the current folder will
be played in alphabetical order after the initial file has finished playing.

54* The ES920 digital piano does not contain the full General MIDI/GM2
sound bank selection. Consequently, some SMF song files may not be
reproduced entirely accurately when played through the instrument.

 Controlling MIDI file playback
While the MIDI file is playing:
Press the REW or FWD buttons to rewind or advance the playing
position of the MIDI file. When the playing position is reset,
these button allow the file/folder to be selected.
Press the A-B LOOP button twice to set the start and end pointsof the loop.

PLAY/STOP
Pause/resume
audio playback.

* Pressing the A-B LOOP button for a third time will turn off the loop.

Press the PLAY/STOP button to pause and resume playback.
Press the RESET button to return to the beginning of the MIDI
file.

RESET
Reset audio tobeginning.

REW and FWD
Rewind/advance
playing position,or select file/folder
when song is reset.
A-B LOOP
Set start/end pointsof loop.

 Adjusting the MIDI file playback tempo
Press theor

VALUE buttons to adjust the playback tempo.

* The playback tempo can be adjusted within the range of 10~400.

 Adjusting playback settings (playback menu)

Basic Operation

The playback menu features settings to adjust the MIDI file’s volume,and pitch (transpose), and select the “Minus One” part.
While the MIDI file is playing:
Press the or MENU buttons to enter the playback menu andselect the desired setting, then press the or VALUE buttons
to adjust the setting value.

* The song volume setting can be adjusted within the range of 1~100.
* The song pitch can be raised or lowered by up to 12 semi-tones.
* The minus one part setting can be set to channels 1~16 or set to Off.

Press the EXIT button to return to the song player screen.

3. Exiting USB playback mode
Press the EXIT button to exit the USB Recorder.
The instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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5 Converting a MIDI file to an Audio file
This function allows MIDI files or ES920 recorder songs stored on a USB memory device to be played back and saved(converted) as an audio file (to the USB device) in either MP3 or WAV format.

1. Entering USB recorder mode
Connect a USB memory device to the USB port.
Press the PLAY/STOP button, then press the MENU
select the “USB Recorder” function.

button to

The file selection screen will be shown in the display.

2. Selecting a MIDI file
Press theor VALUE buttons to move the selection cursor,
then press the MENU button to select the MIDI file.

Basic Operation

The MIDI player screen will be shown in the display.

3. Selecting Convert To Audio mode
Press the(REC) button.

ConvertToAudio mode will be selected automatically.

* To record a new song, press theSong mode.

Press the56(REC) button again.

or

VALUE buttons to select New

4. Selecting the audio recorder file format
Press theor
VALUE buttons to select the desired audio
recorder file format (MP3 or WAV).

5. Starting the Conversion
Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The LED indicators for the (REC) and PLAY/STOP buttons willturn on, and conversion will start.
The conversion status will also be shown in the display.

* Notes played on the keyboard will also be recorded to the audio file.
* When the end of the song is reached, the conversion will stop and thesave confirmation screen will be shown automatically.

Basic Operation* The name of the selected MIDI file will be used as the default name forthe recorded audio file.
* Saved files are limited to a maximum name length of 11 characters.

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6 Recording an Audio file with the Rhythm Section
The ES920 digital piano also allows MP3 or WAV audio files to be recorded while using the Rhythm Section. Thisfeature can be used to produce high quality digital audio recordings with full accompaniment backing, which canthen be shared with friends and family.

1. Entering the Rhythm Section
Press the RHYTHM SECTION button.
The LED indicator for the RHYTHM SECTION button will turn on
to indicate that the Rhythm Section is in use.
Make any changes to the Rhythm Section settings (style, volume,
tempo, parts, ACC mode etc.)* Please refer to page 113 for more information.

2. Entering USB recorder mode, selecting the audio file format
Connect a USB memory device to the USB port.
(REC) button, then press the MENU
Press theselect the “USB Recorder” function.

button to

Basic Operation

The USB Recorder screen will be shown in the display.

Press theor
VALUE buttons to select the desired audio
recorder file format (MP3 or WAV).

3. Starting the audio recorder
Press a key on the keyboard, or press the PLAY/STOP button.
(REC) and PLAY/STOP buttons
The LED indicators for thewill turn on, and recording will start with the Rhythm Section
playing.
Press the PLAY/STOP button to stop the recording.

4. Naming and saving the recorded audio file
Please follow the “Recording an Audio File” instructions on page 49 from step 4.

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or7 Converting a Song to an Audio file
The ES920 digital piano allows recorder songs stored in internal memory to be played back and saved (converted) as
an audio file to a USB device in either MP3 or WAV format.

1. Selecting a song
After recording a song to internal memory:
Connect a USB memory device to the USB port.
Press the PLAY/STOP button, then press the MENU
select the “Int. Recorder” function.

button to

The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on and theInternal Song Player screen will be shown in the display.

Press the REW or FWD buttons to select the desired internal songmemory, and theor
VALUE buttons to select the desiredpart(s).

2. Selecting the Convert to Audio function

Basic Operation

Press the USB button.
The Convert to Audio function will be shown in the display.

Press the or VALUE buttons to select the desired audio fileformat for the converted song.

3. Starting the conversion
Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The LED indicators for the (REC) and PLAY/STOP buttons willturn on, and conversion will start.
The conversion status will also be shown in the display.
* Notes played on the keyboard will also be recorded to the audio file.
* When the end of the song is reached, the conversion will stop and thesave confirmation screen will be shown automatically.

4. Naming and saving the converted audio file
Please follow the “Recording an Audio File” instructions on page 49 from step 4.

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8 Deleting an Audio/MIDI file
This function is used to delete MP3/WAV audio files or MIDI song files stored on a USB device.
Once a file has been deleted from the USB device it cannot be recovered.

1. Entering USB playback mode
Connect a USB memory device to the USB port.
Press the PLAY/STOP button, then press the MENU
select the “USB Recorder” function.

button to

The LED indicator for the PLAY/STOP button will turn on, and thefile selection screen will be shown in the display.
* Please refer to page 50 for information about the file selection screen.

2. Selecting the audio/MIDI file to be deleted.
Press theor VALUE buttons to move the selection cursor,
then press the MENU button to select the audio/MIDI file.

Basic Operation

The USB player screen will be shown in the display.

3. Deleting the selected audio/MIDI file
Press the(REC) button and PLAY/STOP buttons simultaneously.

The LED indicators for the (REC) and PLAY/STOP buttons will
start to flash, and the Delete screen will be shown in the display.

Press the(REC) button.

A confirmation message will be shown in the display, prompting
to confirm or cancel the erase operation.

Press the VALUE
button to confirm the erase operation andreturn to the Internal Song Player screen.
Press the EXIT button to cancel the erase operation.

60* If cancelled, press the PLAY/STOP button to return to the Play Internal
screen, or (REC) button to return to the Record Internal screen.

orUSB Menu
The USB Menu contains functions to load/save registration memories and recorder songs from/to a USB memory
device. This menu also allows files to be renamed and deleted, and for the USB memory device to be formatted.

 USB Menu functions
Page no. Function

Description

1

Load Int. Song

Load a song file (KSO file) from a USB memory device into the instrument’s internal memory.

2

Load Regist

Load the registration file from a USB memory device into the instrument.

3

Load Startup Setting

Load a startup setting file (KM1 file) from a USB memory device into the instrument’s internal
memory.

4

Save SMF Song

Save the song recorded in the instrument’s internal memory to a USB memory device in SMF
file format.

5

Save INT Song

Save the song recorded in the instrument’s internal memory to a USB memory device in KSO
file format.

6

Save Regist

Save the registration set on the instrument to a USB memory device.

7

Save Startup Setting

Save the startup setting set on the instrument to a USB memory device in KM1 file format.

8

Rename File

Rename the name of a file stored in a USB memory device.

9

Delete File

Delete a file in a USB memory device.

10

Format USB

Format a USB memory device.

1. Entering the USB Menu
Connect a USB memory device to the USB port.
Press the USB button.

Basic Operation

The LED indicator for the USB button will turn on, and the firstpage of the USB Menu will be shown in the display.

2. Selecting the desired USB Menu function
Press the or MENU buttons to cycle through the different
USB Menu function pages.

Press the VALUE

button to select the function.

3. Exiting the USB Menu
Press the EXIT or USB button to exit the USB Menu.
The LED indicator for the USB button will turn off, and the
instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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1 Load Internal SongThe Load Internal Song function is used to load recorder songs stored on a USB memory device into the instrument’s
internal memory.

1. Selecting the Load Int. Song function
Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button toenter the USB Menu.
Press theor
MENU buttons then the VALUE
select the Load Int. Song function.

button to
Recorder song

The file selection screen will be shown in the display, listing song
files stored on the USB memory device.
* Please refer to page 50 for information about the file selection
screen.

2. Selecting the song file to be loaded
Press theor VALUE buttons to move the selection cursor,
then press the MENU button to select the song file.
The memory selection screen will be shown in the display.

Basic Operation

3. Selecting the song memory
Press theor
VALUE buttons to select the internal songmemory for the song to be loaded into.
* If a song memory contains song data, a * symbol will be shown.

Contains song data

4. Loading the selected song
Press the(REC) button to load the selected song.

A confirmation message will be shown in the display.
Press the VALUE button to confirm the load operation.
Press the EXIT button to cancel the load operation.
To play back the loaded song, please refer to the “Playing a Song”
instructions on page 44.

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2 Load Registration
The Load Registration function is used to load registration memories stored on a USB memory device into the
instrument’s internal memory. There are two types of registration file: “Single” and “All”.

 Registration file types
Registration type

Description

File extension

SingleA file containing a single registration memory.

KM6

All

A file containing all 28 registration memories.

KM3

1. Selecting the Load Regist function
Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button toenter the USB Menu.
or
MENU buttons then the VALUE
Press theselect the Load Regist function.

button toRegistration file

The file selection screen will be shown in the display, listing theregistration files stored on the USB memory device.
* Please refer to page 50 for information about the file selection
screen.

Basic Operation

2. Selecting the registration file to be loaded
Press theor VALUE buttons to move the selection cursor,
then press the MENU button to select the registration file.
The memory selection screen will be shown in the display.

3. Selecting the registration memory
Press theor
VALUE buttons to select the registration
memory for the registration to be loaded into.
* If an “All Registration” file is selected, this step will be skipped.

4. Loading the selected registration
Press the(REC) button to load the selected registration.

A confirmation message will be shown in the display.
Press the VALUE button to confirm the load operation.
Press the EXIT button to cancel the load operation.
To use the loaded registration, please refer to the Registration
instructions on page 36.

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3 Load Startup Setting
The Load Startup Setting function is used to load a ES920 startup setting file stored on a USB memory device into
the instrument’s startup memory. The loaded settings will be used as the default settings every time the ES920
digital piano is turned on.
* This function will overwrite the previously stored Startup Settings memory.

1. Selecting the Load Startup Setting function
Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button toenter the USB Menu.
Press theor
MENU buttons then the VALUE
select the Load Startup Setting function.

button to

The file selection screen will be shown in the display, listing thestartup setting files stored on the USB memory device.
* Please refer to page 50 for information about the file selection
screen.

2. Selecting the startup setting file to be loaded
Press theor VALUE buttons to move the selection cursor,
then press the MENU button to select the startup setting file.

Basic Operation

The memory selection screen will be shown in the display.

3. Loading the selected startup setting
Press the(REC) button to load the selected startup setting.

A confirmation message will be shown in the display.
Press the VALUE button to confirm the load operation.
Press the EXIT button to cancel the load operation.

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Startup Setting file4 Save SMF SongThe Save SMF Song function is used to save recorder songs stored in the instrument’s internal memory to a USB
memory device as a Standard MIDI File (SMF).

1. Selecting the Save SMF Song function
Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button toenter the USB Menu.
Press theor
MENU buttons then the VALUE
select the Save SMF Song function.

button to

The song selection screen will be shown in the display.

2. Selecting the song to be saved
Press theor
VALUE buttons to select the internal songmemory to be saved.
Press the(REC) button to continue.

The filename entry screen will be shown in the display.

Basic Operation

3. Naming the SMF song
Press the or VALUE buttons to cycle through the characters,
and the or MENU buttons to move the cursor.
* Saved files are limited to a maximum name length of 11 characters.
* The saved SMF file will be stored in the root folder of the USB memory
device. It is not possible to store the file in a different folder.

4. Saving the SMF song
Press the(REC) button again to save the SMF song with thespecified filename.
A confirmation message will be shown in the display.
Press the VALUE button to confirm the save operation.
Press the EXIT button to cancel the save operation.

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5 Save Internal SongThe Save Internal Song function is used to save recorder songs stored in the instrument’s internal memory to a USB
memory device in the ES920’s native song format.

1. Selecting the Save Int. Song function
Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button toenter the USB Menu.
Press theor
MENU buttons then the VALUE
select the Save Int. Song function.

button to

The song selection screen will be shown in the display.

2. Selecting the song to be saved
Press theor
VALUE buttons to select the internal songmemory to be saved.
Press the(REC) button to continue.

The filename entry screen will be shown in the display.

Basic Operation

3. Naming the song
Press the or VALUE buttons to cycle through the characters,
and the or MENU buttons to move the cursor.
* Saved files are limited to a maximum name length of 11 characters.
* The saved song will be stored in the root folder of the USB memory
device. It is not possible to store the file in a different folder.

4. Saving the song
Press the (REC) button again to save the recorded song withthe specified filename.
A confirmation message will be shown in the display.
Press the VALUE button to confirm the save operation.
Press the EXIT button to cancel the save operation.

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6 Save Registration
The Save Registration function is used to save registration memories stored in the instrument to a USB memory
device. There are two types of registration file: “Single” and “All”.

 Registration file types
Registration type

Description

File extension

SingleA file containing a single registration memory.

KM6

All

A file containing all 28 registration memories.

KM3

1. Selecting the Save Regist function
Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button toenter the USB Menu.
or
MENU buttons then the VALUE
Press theselect the Save Regist function.

button to

The memory selection screen will be shown in the display.

2. Selecting the registration memory to be saved

Basic Operation

Press theor
VALUE buttons to select the registration
memory to be saved.
* The “All” option will save all registration memories to a single file.

Press the(REC) button to continue.

The filename entry screen will be shown in the display.

3. Naming the registration file
Press the or VALUE buttons to cycle through the characters,
and the or MENU buttons to move the cursor.
* Saved files are limited to a maximum name length of 11 characters.
* The saved registration will be stored in the root folder of the USB
memory device. It is not possible to store the file in a different folder.

4. Saving the registration file
Press the (REC) button again to save the recorded registration
with the specified filename.
A confirmation message will be shown in the display.
Press the VALUE button to confirm the save operation.
Press the EXIT button to cancel the save operation.

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7 Save Startup Setting
The Save Startup Setting function is used to save the current ES920 Startup Settings to a USB memory device.
* For more information about the instrument’s “Startup Setting” feature, please refer to page 82.

1. Selecting the Save Startup Setting function
Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button toenter the USB Menu.
Press theor
MENU buttons then the VALUE
select the Save Startup Setting function.

button to

The memory selection screen will be shown in the display.

2. Naming the startup setting file
Press the or VALUE buttons to cycle through the characters,
and the or MENU buttons to move the cursor.
* Saved files are limited to a maximum name length of 11 characters.
* The saved startup setting will be stored in the root folder of the USB
memory device. It is not possible to store the file in a different folder.

Basic Operation

3. Saving the startup setting file
Press the(REC) button again to save the recorded startup
setting with the specified filename.
A confirmation message will be shown in the display.
Press the VALUE button to confirm the save operation.
Press the EXIT button to cancel the save operation.

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8 Rename FileThe Rename File function is used to rename song, audio, and registration files stored on a USB memory device.

1. Selecting the Rename File function
Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button toenter the USB Menu.
Press theor
MENU buttons then the VALUE
select the Rename File function.

button to

The file selection screen will be shown in the display, listing song,audio, and registration files stored on the USB memory device.
* Please refer to page 50 for information about the file selection
screen.

2. Selecting the file to be renamed
Press theor VALUE buttons to move the selection cursor,
then press the MENU button to select the file.
The filename entry screen will be shown in the display.

Basic Operation

3. Renaming the selected file
Press the or VALUE buttons to cycle through the characters,
and the or MENU buttons to move the cursor.
* Files are limited to a maximum name length of 11 characters.

4. Confirming the rename
Press the(REC) button to rename the file.

A confirmation message will be shown in the display.
Press the VALUE button to confirm the rename operation.
Press the EXIT button to cancel the rename operation.

5. Exiting the Rename File function
Press the EXIT button to exit the Rename File function.
The LED indicator for the USB button will turn off, and the
instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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9 Delete FileThe Delete File function is used to delete song, audio, and registration files stored on a USB memory device.
Once a file has been deleted from the USB device it cannot be recovered.

1. Selecting the Delete File function
Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button toenter the USB Menu.
Press theor
MENU buttons then the VALUE
select the Delete File function.

button to

The file selection screen will be shown in the display, listing song,audio, and registration files stored on the USB memory device.
* Please refer to page 50 for information about the file selection
screen.

2. Selecting the file to be deleted
Press theor VALUE buttons to move the selection cursor,
then press the MENU button to select the file.

Basic Operation

3. Confirming the delete
A confirmation message will be shown in the display.
Press the VALUE button to confirm the delete operation.
Press the EXIT button to cancel the delete operation.

4. Exiting the Delete File function
Press the EXIT button to exit the Delete File function.
The LED indicator for the USB button will turn off, and the
instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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10 Format USB
The Format USB function is used to format the connected USB memory device, erasing all stored data.
The USB Format function will erase all data stored on the connected USB memory device.
Exercise caution when using this function in order to prevent accidental data loss.

1. Selecting the Format USB function
Connect a USB memory device, then press the USB button toenter the USB Menu.
Press theor
MENU buttons then the VALUE
select the Format USB function.

button to

An initial confirmation message will be shown in the display.

2. Confirming the format operation (initial confirmation)
Press the (REC) button to confirm the format operation.
Press the PLAY/STOP button to cancel the format operation.

Basic Operation

If the(REC) button is pressed, a final confirmation message
will be shown in the display.

3. Confirming the format operation (final confirmation)
Press the VALUE button to confirm the format operation.
Press the EXIT button to cancel the format operation.

4. Exiting the Format USB function
Press the EXIT button to exit the Format USB function.
The LED indicator for the USB button will turn off, and the
instrument will return to normal playing mode.

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Settings
Menus
The Settings menus contain a variety of options to adjust the ES920’s operation and sound. Settings are groupedby category, providing convenient access to relevant controls. Once adjusted, settings can be stored to one of
the instrument’s 28 registration memories, or selected as the default power-on settings with the Startup Setting
function.

 Entering the Settings menus
While the normal playing mode screen is shown in the display:Press theor

MENU buttons.

The first settings menu (Basic Settings) will be shown in thedisplay.

Press the or MENU buttons to cycle through the different
settings menus, then press the VALUE
button to enter theselected menu.

 Exiting the Settings menus
Press the EXIT button to return to the main settings menu.
Press the EXIT button again to return to normal playing mode.

Adjustments & Settings

 Overview of Settings menus
1. Basic Settings

3. Key Settings

Tone Control, Wall EQ, Speaker Volume, Low Volume Balance,

Lower Octave Shift, Lower Pedal On/Off, Split Balance,Line Out Volume, Audio Rec Gain, Tuning, Damper Hold, GFP-3 Mode,

Layer Octave Shift, Layer Dynamics, Dual Balance

Four Hands, Startup Setting, Factory Reset, Auto Display Off,
Auto Power Off

4. Rhythm Settings
Rhythm Volume, Auto Fill-in, One Finger Ad-lib, ACC Mode,

2. Virtual Technician

Bass Inversion, Preset Chord

Touch Curve, Voicing, User Voicing, Damper Resonance,
Damper Noise, String Resonance, Undamped String Resonance,

5. Phones Settings

Cabinet Resonance, Key-off Effect, Fall-back Noise, Hammer Noise,

SHS Mode, Phones Type, Phones Volume

Hammer Delay, Topboard, Decay Time, Release Time,
Minimum Touch, Temperament, Stretch Tuning, Stretch Curve,

6. MIDI Settings

User Tuning, Temperament Key, User Temperament, User Key Volume,
Half-Pedal Adjust, Soft Pedal Depth

7. Bluetooth Settings
Bluetooth Audio, Bluetooth Audio Volume, Bluetooth MIDI

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The Basic settings menu contains settings to adjust the pitch, tuning, and general sound of the instrument.
This menu also allows favourite panel settings to be stored, or reset back to the original factory configuration.
* Any changes made by this operation will remain until the power is turned off.
Preferred settings can be stored in a Registration memory or Startup Setting. Please refer to page 36 and 82 for more information.

 Basic Settings
Page no. Setting

Description

Default setting

1-1

Tone Control

Change the EQ settings of the instrument’s sound.

Flat

1-2

Wall EQ

Optimise the instrument’s speaker system based on instrument placement.

Off

1-3

Speaker Volume

Change the maximum volume level of the speaker output.

Normal

1-4

Low Volume Balance Change the difference in volume between pianissimo and fortissimo playing.

3

1-5

Line Out Volume

Specify whether the Line Out volume can be adjusted using the Master
Volume slider.

1-6

Audio Rec Gain

Increase or decrease the recording level of the MP3/WAV audio recorder.

+9 dB

1-7

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

440.0 Hz

1-8

Damper Hold

Change the effect of pressing the sustain pedal on organ, string, etc. sounds.

Preset1-9

GFP-3 Mode

Change the function of the optional GFP-3 or F-302 triple pedal.

Sostenuto/Soft

1-10

Four Hands

Enable the “Four Hands Mode” function.

Off

1-11

Startup Setting

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

-

1-12

Factory Reset

Restore all panel settings to the original factory configuration.

-

1-13

Auto Display Off

Turn off the display automatically after a period of time without any operations.

5 min.

1-14

Auto Power Off

Turn off the instrument automatically after a period of time without any operations.

-

Adjust by M.V.

 Entering the Basic Settings menu
While the normal playing mode screen is shown in the display:Press theor

MENU buttons.

Press the VALUE

Adjustments & Settings

The Basic Settings page will be shown in the display.

button to enter the Basic Settings menu.

The first page of the Basic Settings menu will be shown in thedisplay Selecting the desired setting
After entering the Basic Settings menu:
Press the orsettings pages.

MENU buttons to cycle through the different
Settings page no.

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1-1 Tone Control
The Tone Control function allows the overall sound character of the ES920 digital piano to be adjusted to ensure thebest sound quality within the area that the instrument is located. There are six different preset Tone Control types
available, with an additional “User” setting allowing finer control over the different frequency bands.
* The tone (volume) set in this function is applied to the middle position of the sliders of 4-band equalizer on the panel.

 Tone Control types
Tone Control type

Description

Flat (default)

The Tone Control is turned off, and the sound character is unchanged.

Brilliance

Adjust the overall brightness of the sound, independently of the “Voicing” Virtual Technician setting.

Bass Boost

Emphasises low-range frequencies, creating a deeper sound.

Bass Cut

Reduces bass-range frequencies.

Mid BoostEmphasises mid-range frequencies, creating a slightly hard sound.

Loudness

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

BrightEmphasises dazzling brightness of the sound.

Mellow

Emphasises calm softness of the sound.

User EQ

Allows the low, mid, and high-range frequency bands to be adjusted separately.

 Changing the Tone Control type
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 73):
The Tone Control setting will be selected automatically.
Press the or VALUE buttons to cycle through the different
Tone Control types.

Adjustments & Settings

Press the EXIT button to exit the Tone Control setting and returnto the main settings menu.

Brilliance
The Brilliance setting allows the overall brightness of the ES920 digital piano’s sound to be adjusted, independentlyof the “Voicing” Virtual Technician setting.

 Adjusting the Brilliance setting
After entering the Tone Control menu:
Press the
mode.

or

VALUE buttons to select the Brilliance setting

Then press the MENU
shown in the display.
Press theorbutton, Brilliance setting screen will be

VALUE buttons to adjust the Brilliance setting.

* Brilliance can be adjusted within the range of -10~+10.

Press the EXIT button to exit the Brilliance setting and return tothe main settings menu.

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The User EQ option allows finer control over the instrument’s sound character, allowing the volume of four frequency
bands to be adjusted individually. It is also possible to adjust the frequency range of the mid-low and mid-highfrequency bands.

 User EQ setting
User EQ

Description

Low

Adjusts the volume of the low range frequency band (20~100 Hz).

Mid-low Frequency

Adjusts the frequency of the mid-low band (200~8000 Hz).

Mid-high Frequency

Adjusts the frequency of the mid-high band (200~8000 Hz).

High

Adjusts the volume of the high range frequency band (5000~20000 Hz).

 Adjusting the User EQ bands (low/mid/high)After entering the Tone Control menu:
Press the
mode.

or

VALUE buttons to select the User EQ setting

Then press the MENU
shown in the display.

button, User EQ setting screen will be

Press the or MENU buttons to cycle through the different
User EQ settings, then press the or VALUE buttons to adjust
the value of the selected setting.
* Frequencies set for Mid-low and Mid-high bands are applied to thesecond and third band equalisers from the left on the panel.

Adjustments & Settings* The volume set in this function is applied to the middle position of thesliders of 4-band equalizer.
The volume settable for each band on this instrument is from -6dB to+6dB.
When the volume is set to +6dB in User EQ, +6dB is applied at the
middle of the slider on the panel; therefore, the volume will notincrease even if the slider is moved above the middle.

Press the EXIT button to exit the User EQ setting and return tothe main settings menu.

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1-2 Wall EQ
The Wall EQ setting optimises the ES920 digital piano’s speaker system depending on whether the instrument isplaced beside a wall, or in an area away from a wall.
* This setting does not affect the headphones or Line Out output.

 Wall EQ settings
Wall EQ

Description

Off (default)

Optimise the speaker system for placing the ES920 digital piano in an area away from a wall.

On

Optimise the speaker for placing the ES920 digital piano beside a wall.

 Changing the Wall EQ setting
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 73):
Press theor

MENU buttons to select the Wall EQ setting.

Press theor off.

or

VALUE buttons to turn the Wall EQ setting on

Press the EXIT button to exit the Wall EQ setting and return tothe main settings menu.

1-3 Speaker Volume
The Speaker Volume setting allows the maximum volume level of the ES920 digital piano’s speaker output to be
reduced, providing finer adjustment control over the master volume. This setting can also function as a volume
limiter, preventing the instrument from being played too loudly in the home or classroom etc.

Adjustments & Settings* This setting does not affect the headphones or Line Out volume.

 Speaker Volume settings
Speaker Volume

Description

Normal (default)

The instrument’s speakers will output sound at the normal volume level.

Low

The instrument’s speakers will output sound at a reduced volume level.

 Changing the Speaker Volume setting
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 73):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Speaker Volume

Press the or VALUE buttons to alternate between “Normal”
and “Low” speaker volume settings.
Press the EXIT button to exit the Speaker Volume setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

761-4 Low Volume Balance
The Low Volume Balance setting reduces the difference in volume between pianissimo and fortissimo touches,allowing the piano to continue to be played at low volume without the sound of pianissimo notes being lost.

 Low Volume Balance settings
Low Volume Balance

DescriptionOff

Low Volume Balance adjustment is not applied.

1

A small amount of Low Volume Balance adjustment will be applied.

5

A large amount of Low Volume Balance adjustment will be applied.

 Changing the Low Volume Balance setting
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 73):orPress theBalance setting.

MENU buttons to select the Low Volume

Press the or VALUE buttons to turn Low Volume Balance off,or select the setting value.

Adjustments & Settings

Press the EXIT button to exit the Low Volume Balance setting
and return to the main settings menu.

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1-5 Line Out Volume
The Line Out Volume setting is used to determine whether the Line Out level can be adjusted using the Master
Volume slider, or whether the Line Out level should be fixed. This setting may be useful when connecting the ES920
digital piano to a mixing console or PA system, while using the instrument’s built-in speakers as local monitors.
* This setting does not affect the speaker or headphone volume.

 Line Out Volume settings
Line Out Volume

Description

Adjust by M.V. (default)

The Line Out level can be adjusted using the Master Volume slider.

Fixed

The Line Out level is fixed and cannot be adjusted using the Master Volume slider.

 Changing the Line Out Volume setting
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 73):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Line Out Volume

Press theor Fixed.

or

VALUE buttons to select from In Adjust by M.V.

Press the EXIT button to exit the Line Out Volume setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

1-6 Audio Recorder Gain
Adjustments & Settings

The Audio Recorder Gain setting allows the recording level of MP3/WAV audio files to be adjusted. While theinstrument’s default audio recorder level is optimised to capture the broad dynamic range of a grand piano, there
may be occasions where it is desirable to increase or decrease this gain setting for certain types of music.

 Adjusting the Audio Recorder Gain setting
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 73):orPress theGain setting.

MENU buttons to select the Audio Recorder

Press theorGain setting.

VALUE buttons to adjust the Audio Recorder* The Audio Recorder Gain can be adjusted within the range of 0 dB~+15
dB.
* Increasing the Audio Recorder Gain may result in distorted recordings
when playing loud/fortissimo passages.

Press the EXIT button to exit the Audio Recorder Gain setting
and return to the main settings menu.

781-7 Tuning
The Tuning setting allows the overall pitch of the ES920 digital piano to be raised and lowered in 0.5 Hz steps, andmay therefore prove useful when playing with other pitched instruments.

 Adjusting the Tuning setting
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 73):
Press theor

MENU buttons to select the Tuning setting.

or
VALUE buttons to decrease or increase thePress thevalue of the Tuning setting in 0.5 Hz steps.
* The Tuning setting can be adjusted within the range of 427.0 Hz~453.0
Hz.

Press the EXIT button to exit the Tuning setting and return to themain settings menu.

1-8 Damper HoldThe Damper Hold setting is used to determine whether sounds such as organ or strings should be sustained
continuously when the sustain (damper) pedal is pressed, or whether these sounds should decay, naturally.

Damper Hold

Description

Preset (default)

Organ sounds will gradually decay, even while the sustain pedal is pressed, but other String, etc. sounds
will be sustained coutinuously while the suatain pedal is pressed.

On

Organ, string, etc. sounds will be sustained coutinuously while the suatain pedal is pressed.

Off

Organ, string, etc. sounds will gradually decay, even while the sustain pedal is pressed.

Adjustments & Settings Damper Hold settings

 Changing the Damper Hold setting
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 73):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Damper Hold

Press the or VALUE buttons to cycle through the different
Damper Hold types.
Press the EXIT button to exit the Damper Hold setting and returnto the main settings menu.

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1-9 GFP-3 Mode
This function is used to assign a function such as starting and stopping Rhythm Section to the center and left pedalsof the optional triple pedal GFP-3 or F-302.

 GFP-3 Mode
GFP-3 Mode

Function assigned to the Sostenuto pedal.

Function assigned to the Soft pedal.

Default setting

Sostenuto

Soft

Fill-in/Rhythm

Fill-in

Rhythm Start/Stop

Part/Rhythm

Part toggle (AllDrumB+Dr)

Rhythm Start/Stop

Vari./Rhythm

Variation toggle
Fill-in when the pedal is pressed, and then toggle
the variation of rhythm patterns.

Rhythm Start/Stop Changing the GFP-3 mode
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 73):
or

MENU buttons to select the GFP-3 Mode

Press the or
GFP-3 modes.

VALUE buttons to cycle through the different

Press thesetting.

* When FGP-3 mode is set to other than Sostenuto/Soft, the rotary speed
cannot be switched between slow and fast using the left pedal.

Adjustments & Settings

Press the EXIT button to exit the GFP-3 Mode setting and returnto the main settings menu.

801-10 Four Hands
The Four Hands setting provides an alternative method to enabling the Four Hands Mode function, and may prove
useful in teaching environments or situations where this function should be enabled automatically every time theES920 digital piano is turned on.
* Please refer to page 22 for information about the Four Hands Mode function.

 Four Hands settings
Four Hands

Description

Off (default)

Four Hands Mode will be turned off by default.

On

Four Hands Mode will be turned on by default.

 Changing the Four Hands setting
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 73):
Press theor

MENU buttons to select the Four Hands setting.

Press theon or off.

or

VALUE buttons to turn the Four Hands setting* When enabled, the LED indicators for the SPLIT and SOUND buttons
will start to flash.

Adjustments & Settings

Press the EXIT button to exit the Four Hands setting and returnto the main settings menu.

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1-11 Startup Setting
The Startup Setting function allows preferred panel settings to be stored in the instrument’s memory, andautomatically recalled as the default settings every time the ES920 digital piano is turned on.

 Settings stored in Startup Setting memory
GeneralSettings

Selected sound

Basic Settings

Dual Mode / Split Mode (sounds, volume balance, split point)

Virtual Technician

Reverb, Effects, Amp Simulator (type, settings)

Key Settings

Transpose (Key Transpose only)

Rhythm Settings

Metronome (Beat, Tempo, Volume)

MIDI Settings
Phones Settings* Auto Power Off setting and Bluetooth setting are stored to Startup Setting automatically.

 Storing current settings to Startup Setting memory
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 73):
Press thefunction.

or

MENU buttons to select the Startup Setting

Press the(REC) button.

A confirmation message will be shown in the display.
Press the VALUE button to confirm the store operation.
Press the EXIT button to cancel the store operation.

Adjustments & Settings* After storing the Startup Setting, the instrument will exit the settings
menu and return to normal playing mode.

Press the EXIT button to exit the Startup Setting function andreturn to the main settings menu.

 Recalling individual Startup Setting values
After selecting a setting:Press theand

VALUE buttons simultaneously.

The selected setting will be restored to the default (power on)
value.

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1-12 Factory Reset
The Factory Reset function clears any settings stored using the Startup Setting function above, restoring the ES920
digital piano back to its factory default settings.
* This function does not clear registration memories or recorder songs stored in internal memory.

 Restoring factory settings
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 73):
Press thefunction.

or

MENU buttons to select the Factory Reset

Press the(REC) button.

A confirmation message will be shown in the display.
Press the VALUE button to confirm the reset operation.
Press the EXIT button to cancel the reset operation.
* After performing a factory reset, the instrument will exit the settings
menu and return to normal playing mode.

Adjustments & Settings

Press the EXIT button to exit the Factory Reset function andreturn to the main settings menu.

83Basic Settings

1-13 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 ES920 digital piano’s display from “burn in” as a result of showing the same screen for an extended period of time, this setting isenabled by default.

 Auto Display Off settings
Auto Display 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.

 Changing the Auto Display Off setting
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 73):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Auto Display Off

Press thesetting.

or

VALUE buttons to change the Auto Display Off

Press the EXIT button to exit the Auto Power Off setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

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

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1-14 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.

 Auto Power Off settings
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.

* The default Auto Power Off setting varies depending on market location.

 Changing the Auto Power Off setting
After entering the Basic Settings menu (page 73):
Press theor

MENU to select the Auto Power Off setting.

Press thesetting.

or

VALUE buttons to change the Auto Power Off

Adjustments & Settings

Press the EXIT button to exit the Auto Power Off setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

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VirtualTechnician
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 Virtual Technician settings of the ES920 digital piano simulate these refinements digitally, allowing performers
to shape various aspects of the instrument’s character to suit their personal preferences.
* Any changes made by this operation will remain until the power is turned off.
Preferred settings can be stored in a Registration memory or Startup Setting. Please refer to page 36 and 82 for more information.

 Virtual Technician
Page no. Setting
2-1
2-2

Adjustments & Settings

Default setting

Adjust the touch sensitivity of the keyboard.

Normal

Voicing

Adjust the tonal character of the instrument.

NormalUser Voicing

Adjust the individual voicing of each of the 88 keys.

0

2-3

Damper Resonance

Adjust the resonance that is heard when pressing the damper pedal.

52-4

Damper Noise

Adjust the volume of the sound that is heard when pressing the damper pedal.

52-5String Resonance

Adjust the resonance that is heard when notes are held.

5

2-6

Undamped Str. Res.

Adjust the resonance produced by the topmost undamped strings.

5

2-7

Cabinet Resonance

Adjust the resonance produced by the piano cabinet itself.

1

2-8

Key-off Effect

Adjust the volume of the sound that is heard when keys are released.

5

2-9

Fall-back Noise

Adjust the volume of the sound that is heard when the key action falls back.

5

2-10

Hammer Noise

Adjust the volume of the sound that is heard when hammers strike strings.

5

2-11

Hammer Delay

Adjust the delay of the hammer striking strings when playing pianissimo.

Off

2-12

Topboard

Adjust the position of the grand piano topboard.

Open 32-13

Decay Time

Adjust the decay time of the piano sound while the keys are pressed.

5

2-14

Release Time

Adjust the decay time of the piano sound when the keys are released.

5

2-15

Minimum Touch

Adjust the minimum key velocity required to produce a sound.

1

2-16

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Touch Curve

Description

Temperament

Adjust the tuning system to suit Renaissance and Baroque periods etc.

Equal Temp.

Stretch Tuning

Select how stretch tuning is applied to piano sounds and other sounds.

Piano Only

Stretch Curve

Adjust the level of stretch tuning for equal temperaments.

NormalUser Tuning

Adjust the individual tuning of each of the 88 keys.

0

Temperament Key

Set the temperament key when not using equal temperament.

C

User Temperament

Adjust the tuning of each note in the scale to a custom temperament.

0

2-17

User Key Volume

Adjust the individual volume of each of the 88 keys.

Normal

2-18

Half-Pedal Adjust

Adjust the point at which the damper pedal begins to sustain the sounds.

5

2-19

Soft Pedal Depth

Adjust the depth/effectiveness of the soft pedal.

5 Entering the Virtual Technician menu
While the normal playing mode screen is shown in the display:or

MENU buttons to select the Virtual Technician

Press the VALUE

button to enter the Virtual Technician menu.

Press themenu.

The first page of the Virtual Technician menu will be shown inthe display

 Selecting the desired setting
After entering the Virtual Technician menu:
MENU buttons to cycle through the different
Settings page no.

Adjustments & Settings

Press the orsettings pages.

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2-1 Touch Curve
As with an acoustic piano, the ES920 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 Curve setting allows the touch sensitivity of the keyboard to be conveniently adjusted. There are six
different preset touch curve settings available, with two additional “User” settings allowing performers to customise
the instrument’s responsiveness to suit their individual playing style.

 Touch Curve types
Touch Curve

Description

Heavy 4

Soft sound can be produced more evenly.

Heavy 3

Soft sound can be produced evenly.

Heavy 2

Suitable for dynamic performance with accents.

Heavy 1

Suitable for contrasting soft sound from quiet performance and bright sound from strong performance.

Normal (default)

Volume varies like acoustic pianos would responding to the touch.

Light 1Bright sound can be produced by light touch.

Light 2Bright sound can be produced by even lighter touch.

Light 3

Even sound can be produced by light touch.

Light 4

Suitable for young children and organ players.

OffThe same volume is sustained regardless of the strength of the touch.

User 1 / User 2

A touch curve is created to suit the user’s touch.

 Changing the Touch Curve type
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 87):

Adjustments & Settings

The Touch setting will be selected automatically.
Press the or VALUE buttons to cycle through the different
touch curve types.
Press the EXIT button to exit the Touch Curve setting and returnto the main settings menu.

88 Jump to Touch Curve setting shortcut
It is also possible to access the Touch Curve setting directly whilea piano sound is selected in Single Mode (i.e. not Dual Mode, Split
Mode, Four Hands Mode, or Rhythm Section Mode):holdPress and hold the MENU or MENU buttons.
The Touch Curve setting will be shown in the display.
Press thesetting.

or

VALUE buttons to change the Touch Curve

To exit the Touch Curve setting and return to the previous screen,press the EXIT button twice.

 Creating a User Touch Curve
Press theor VALUE buttons to select the User 1 or User 2
touch curve, then press the (REC) button.
A message will be shown in the display, prompting for the
keyboard to be played.
Play the piano dynamically from very soft to very loud, allowing
the instrument to examine the personal playing technique.
* More than one attempt may be required in order to create an accurate
User Touch Curve.
* Reducing the master volume fader to the lowest position before
creating the User Touch Curve may help to reduce user distractions,thus improving accuracy.

Press the PLAY/STOP button.
A confirmation message will be shown in the display.

Adjustments & Settings

Press the (REC) button to confirm the store operation.
Press the PLAY/STOP button to cancel the store operation.
* The user touch curve will be stored to the “User1” or “User2” touch
types and selected automatically.

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2-2 Voicing
On an acoustic piano, the shape, density, and texture of the hammers all influence the tonal character of the
instrument’s sound. Technicians utilise a variety of tools such as needles, files, and brushes to manipulate thesehammer felts, with the ultimate goal of achieving a balanced tonal character across the keyboard.
The Voicing setting recreates various hammer properties, allowing the overall tonal character of the ES920 digital
piano to be adjusted. There are six different preset voicing settings available (applied uniformly to all keys), with anadditional four “User” settings that allow players to perform custom adjustments on each individual key.
While the default “Normal” voicing setting should be appropriate for a broad range of musical genres, it may bedesirable to select a softer, more mellow tonal character for romantic pieces, or a brighter, more aggressive tone formodern styles.
* This Virtual Technician setting will affect all sounds.

 Voicing types
Voicing type

Description

Normal (default)

The normal tonal character of an acoustic piano throughout the entire dynamic range.

Mellow 1

A softer, more mellow tonal character throughout the entire dynamic range.

Mellow 2

An even soften tonal character than Mellow 1.

Dynamic

A tonal character that changes dramatically from mellow to bright, depending on the strength of key strike.

Bright 1

A bright tonal character throughout the entire dynamic range.

Bright 2

An even brighter tonal character than Bright 1.

User 1~4

A custom tonal character, allowing each key to be individually voiced.

 Changing the Voicing type

Adjustments & Settings

After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 87):
Press theorPress the orvoicing types.

MENU buttons to select the Voicing setting.
VALUE buttons to cycle through the different

Press the EXIT button to exit the Voicing setting and return to themain settings menu.

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The User Voicing function allows each of the 88 keys to be voiced individually.

 Selecting the note, adjusting the user voicing value
After selecting the Voicing setting (page 90):
Press the or
memories.

VALUE buttons to select one of the User Voicing* Up to four different User Voicing memories can be created and stored.

Press the(REC) button.

The User Voicing screen will be shown in the display.
Press the desired key to be tuned, then press the
buttons to set the desired voicing value.

or

The desired key can also be selected by pressing the
MENU buttons.

VALUE

or

* The User Voicing value can be adjusted within the range of -5~+5, withlower values creating a mellower sound and higher values creating abrighter sound.

Press the STOP button to exit the User Voicing setting and returnto the Voicing setting.

Adjustments & Settings* User Voicing settings are automatically saved and the settings are still
effective after restarting the instrument.

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2-3 Damper Resonance
Pressing the damper pedal of an acoustic piano raises all dampers, allowing the strings to vibrate freely. When anote or chord is played on the piano with the sustain pedal pressed, not only will the strings of the notes played
vibrate, but also the strings of other notes, vibrating in sympathetic resonance.
The ES920 digital piano recreates this phenomenon, with the Damper Resonance setting allowing the volume of thisresonance sound to be adjusted.
* This Virtual Technician setting will affect acoustic piano sounds only.

 Adjusting the Damper Resonance volume
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 87):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Damper Resonance

Press theor
VALUE buttons to adjust the volume of theDamper Resonance setting.
* The Damper Resonance volume can be adjusted within the rangeof Off, 1~10, with higher values resulting in a more pronounced
resonance.

Press the EXIT button to exit the Damper Resonance setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

2-4 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.

Adjustments & Settings

The ES920 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.
* This Virtual Technician setting will affect acoustic piano sounds only.

 Adjusting the Damper Noise volume
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 87):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Damper Noise

Press theor
VALUE buttons to adjust the volume of theDamper Noise setting.
* The Damper Noise volume can be adjusted within the range of Off,
1~10, with higher values resulting in a more pronounced noise.

Press the EXIT button to exit the Damper Noise setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

92

2-5 String ResonanceString Resonance refers to a phenomenon that exists in acoustic pianos whereby the strings of held notes resonate“sympathetically” with other notes of the same harmonic overtone series.
The ES920 digital piano recreates this phenomenon, with the String Resonance setting allowing the volume of thisresonance to be adjusted.
* This Virtual Technician setting will affect acoustic piano sounds only.

 Demonstrating String ResonanceTo experience the string resonance phenomenon, gently hold down the “C” key as shown in the illustration below, then press any of
the keys marked with a  symbol. In addition to the sound of each note played, it should also be possible to hear the strings of thefirst “C” key resonating “sympathetically”, thus demonstrating String Resonance.

#

#

C

F G

B

F G

C

E

G

C

E

G

A

C D E

G

C

ho
ld

C

#

A

 Adjusting the String Resonance volume
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 87):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the String Resonance

Press theor
VALUE buttons to adjust the volume of theString Resonance setting.

Adjustments & Settings* The String Resonance volume can be adjusted within the range of Off,
1~10, with higher values resulting in a more pronounced resonance.

Press the EXIT button to exit the String Resonance setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

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2-6 Undamped String ResonanceThe dampers of an acoustic piano span almost the full width of the keyboard. However, the topmost 18 keys
(approximately 1.5 octaves) do not incorporate dampers, as the shorter strings for these treble notes decay quickly
and therefore do not need to be dampened.
Damped Strings

A0

Undamped Strings

G6

C8

As a result, the strings of these “undamped” treble notes are free to vibrate in sympathetic resonance with those oflower keys – independently of the damper pedal position – helping to enrich the sound with additional harmonics
and tonal colour.
The ES920 digital piano recreates this phenomenon, with the Undamped String Resonance setting allowing thevolume of this resonance sound to be adjusted.
* This Virtual Technician setting will affect acoustic piano sounds only.

 Adjusting the Undamped String Resonance volume
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 87):
Press the or MENU buttons to select the Undamped String
Resonance setting.
Press theor
VALUE buttons to increase or decrease thevolume of the Undamped String Resonance setting.

Adjustments & Settings* The Undamped String Resonance volume can be adjusted within therange of Off, 1~10, with higher values resulting in a more pronounced
resonance.

Press the EXIT button to exit the Undamped String Resonancesetting and return to the main settings menu.

942-7 Cabinet Resonance
While the fundamental sound of an acoustic piano is produced by vibrating strings, transmitting energy through aspruce soundboard, the cabinet of the instrument itself also contributes a variety of subtle tonal characteristics thatenrich the playing and listening experience. The keybed, inner and outer rim, iron plate, and beams all play a role indisseminating sound energy, which in turn gives the piano a living, breathing quality.
The ES920 digital piano recreates these natural acoustic characteristics, with the Cabinet Resonance setting allowing
the volume of this resonance sound to be adjusted.
* This Virtual Technician setting will affect acoustic piano sounds only.

 Adjusting the Cabinet Resonance volume
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 87):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Cabinet Resonance

Press theor
VALUE buttons to increase or decrease thevolume of the Cabinet Resonance setting.
* The Cabinet Resonance volume can be adjusted within the range of Off,
1~10, with higher values resulting in a more pronounced resonance.

Adjustments & Settings

Press the EXIT button to exit the Cabinet Resonance setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

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2-8 Key-off Effect
When playing an acoustic piano – particularly in the bass region of the keyboard – if a key is played with force andreleased quickly, it is often possible to hear the faint sound of the damper touching the strings immediately before
the vibrations are stopped.
In addition, the speed at which keys are lifted will also affect the character of the sound. For example, when lifting
the keys quickly (e.g. staccato playing) the “release” portion of the sound will be noticeably shorter than when lifting
the keys slowly (e.g. legato playing).
The ES920 digital piano reproduces both characteristics, with the Key-off Effect setting allowing the volume of the
key-off sound to be adjusted, and the key-off release speed detection to be turned on or off.
* This Virtual Technician setting will affect acoustic piano, Classic E.P., Classic E.P.2, Classic E.P.3, 60’s E.P., 60’s E.P.2, Harpsichord, Clavi, Wood Bass, and
W. Bass & Ride sounds.

 Adjusting the Key-off Effect volume
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 87):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Key-off EffectPress theor
VALUE buttons to adjust the volume of the
Key-off Effect setting.
* The Key-off Effect volume can be adjusted within the range of Off,
1~10, with higher values resulting in a more pronounced effect.
* When the Key-off Effect setting is set to Off, the key-off release speed
detection will also be disabled, and the speed at which keys are lifted
will not affect the character of the sound.

Adjustments & Settings

Press the EXIT button to exit the Key-off Effect setting and returnto the main settings menu.

962-9 Fall-back Noise
When playing an acoustic piano, it is often possible to hear the faint sound of the keyboard action returning (i.e.
“falling back”) to the neutral position after a key is released.
The ES920 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the Fall-back Noise setting allowing the volume of this soundto be adjusted.
While the default value is intended to simulate the natural volume level of the keys as they return to their neutral
position, it may occasionally be desirable to adjust the volume of this sound. For example, reducing the volume
when playing very soft pieces, where the fall-back noise may become too prominent.
* This Virtual Technician setting will affect acoustic piano sounds only.

 Adjusting the Fall-back Noise volume
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 87):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Fall-back Noise

Press theor
VALUE buttons to adjust the volume of theFall-back Noise setting.
* The Fall-back Noise volume can be adjusted within the range of Off,
1~10, with higher values resulting in a more pronounced noise.

Press the EXIT button to exit the Fall-back Noise setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

2-10 Hammer Noise
Adjustments & Settings

Acoustic pianos produce the sound when the hummers are hitting strings and the keys are hitting the key bed.
This function is used to adjust the volume of these sounds.
* This Virtual Technician setting will affect acoustic piano sounds only.

 Adjusting the Hammer Noise volume
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 87):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Hammer Noise

Press theor
VALUE buttons to adjust the volume of theHammer Noise setting.
* The Hammer Noise volume can be adjusted within the range of Off,
1~10, with higher values resulting in a more pronounced noise.

Press the EXIT button to exit the Hammer Noise setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

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2-11 Hammer Delay
When playing pianissimo passages using an acoustic piano, there may be a perceived delay between a key beingpressed and the hammer striking the strings.
If desired, the ES920 digital piano can recreate this delay, with the Hammer Delay setting allowing the delay length
to be adjusted.
While the default value of “Off” is intended to replicate a well-regulated concert grand piano, with an immediateconnection between the keyboard and hammers, some players may find it desirable to introduce a minor delay, inorder to mimic different types of piano or instruments with a slightly worn keyboard action.
* This Virtual Technician setting will affect acoustic piano sounds only.

 Adjusting the Hammer Delay value
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 87):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Hammer Delay

Press theor
VALUE buttons to adjust the value of theHammer Delay setting.
* The Hammer Delay value can be adjusted within the range of Off,
1~10, with higher values resulting in an increased delay.

Adjustments & Settings

Press the EXIT button to exit the Hammer Delay setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

982-12 Topboard
When playing an acoustic grand piano, the position of the instrument’s topboard (lid) affects both the volume and“openness” of the tone produced. A fully open topboard allows sound waves to reflect off the polished lid surface
and project into the room, while a closed lid has the opposite effect, resulting in a darker, more opaque tone.
The ES920 digital piano attempts to simulate these characteristics, with four different topboard positions.
* This Virtual Technician setting will affect acoustic piano sounds only.

 Topboard positions
Topboard position

Description

Open3 (default)

Simulates the character of a fully open topboard, with maximum sound projection.

Open2

Simulates the character of a half open topboard, with reduced sound projection.

Open1

Simulates the character of a partially open topboard, with limited sound projection.

Closed1

Simulates the character of a closed rear topboard, but open front topboard, with limited sound projection.

Closed2

Simulates the character of a closed rear topboard and closed front topboard, with minimum soundprojection.

 Changing the Topboard position
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 87):
Press theor

MENU buttons to select the Topboard setting.

Press the or VALUE buttons to cycle through the different
Topboard types.

Adjustments & Settings

Press the EXIT button to exit the Topboard setting and return tothe main settings menu.

99Virtual Technician

2-13 Decay Time
When playing an acoustic grand piano, the length of the instrument influences the speed at which held notes decay,
with longer grand pianos (i.e. longer strings) characterised by longer decay times.
The ES920 digital piano attempts to simulate this characteristic, with the Decay Time setting allowing the length of
decay while keys are pressed to be adjusted.
* This Virtual Technician setting will affect all sounds.

 Adjusting the Decay Time volume
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 87):
Press theor

MENU buttons to select the Decay Time setting.

or
VALUE buttons to adjust the volume of thePress theDecay Time setting.
* The Decay Time volume can be adjusted within the range of 1~10, withlarger values resulting in increased decay times.
* The Decay Time setting can be set independently for each sound.

Press the EXIT button to exit the Decay Time setting and returnto the main settings menu.

2-14 Release Time
Adjustments & Settings

When playing an acoustic grand piano, the length of the instrument also influences the speed at which played (andreleased) notes decay, with longer grand pianos (i.e. longer strings) characterised by longer release times.
The digital piano simulates this characteristic, with the Release Time setting allowing the length of decay after keys
are released to be adjusted.

 Adjusting the Release Time volume
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 87):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Release Time

Press theor
VALUE buttons to adjust the volume of theRelease Time setting.
Press the EXIT button to exit the Release Time setting and returnto the main settings menu.

1002-15 Minimum Touch
The Minimum Touch setting allows the minimum key velocity required to produce a sound to be adjusted. By
default, this setting attempts to recreate the extremely fine touch sensitivity of a concert grand piano, allowing
a very soft sound to be produced with the slightest of key touches. However, it may be desirable to reduce thissensitivity, when wishing to recreate the feeling of a small grand piano or an upright piano.
* This Virtual Technician setting will affect acoustic piano sounds and E.PIANO (excluding Modern E.P.) Adjusting the Minimum Touch volume
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 87):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Minimum Touch

Press theor
VALUE buttons to adjust the volume of the
Minimum Touch setting.
* The Minimum Touch volume can be adjusted within the range of 1~20,
with larger values requiring greater key force in order to produce
a sound. For example, a value of 10 will require the keyboard to beplayed with a velocity of 10 or above in order to produce a sound.

Adjustments & Settings

Press the EXIT button to exit the Minimum Touch setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

101Virtual Technician

2-16 Temperament
The Temperament setting allows the tuning system used by the ES920 digital piano to be changed from the modern“Equal Temperament” standard to one of the various temperaments popularised during the Renaissance andBaroque periods. It is also possible to create customised temperaments using the User Temperaments function.

 Temperament types
Temperament type

Description

Equal Temperament (default)(Equal)This temperament is the most popular tuning method, and divides the scale into twelve equalsemi-tones. This produces the same chordal intervals in all twelve keys, and has the advantage oflimitless modulation of the key. However, the tonality of each key becomes less characteristic andno chord is in pure consonance.

Pure Temperament(Pure Major/Pure Minor)

This temperament, which eliminates dissonances for thirds and fifths, is still popular in choral
music because of its perfect harmony. Any key modulation will result in dissonances.
* The key of the temperament, and major/minor setting must be correctly matched.

Pythagorean Temperament(Pythagorean)This temperament, which uses mathematical ratios to eliminate dissonance for fifths, is very
limited for use with chords, but produces very characteristic melodic lines.

Meantone Temperament(Meantone)

This temperament, which uses a mean between a major and minor whole tone to eliminate
dissonance for thirds, was devised to eliminate the lack of consonances experienced with certain
fifths for the Mersenne pure temperament.
It produces chords that are more beautiful than those played with equal temperament.

Werckmeister Temperament(Werckmeister)
Kirnberger Temperament(Kirnberger)

These two temperaments are placed in between Meantone and Pythagorean. For music withfew accidentals, this temperament produces the beautiful chords of the mean tone, but asaccidentals increase, the temperament produces the characteristic melodies of the Pythagorean
temperament.
It is used primarily for classical music written in the Baroque era to revive the original
characteristics.

User Temperament(User)

A custom temperament, created by raising or lowering the pitch of each note in the scale.

Adjustments & Settings

 Changing the Temperament type
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 87):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Temperament

Press the or VALUE buttons to cycle through the different
temperament types.
Press the EXIT button to exit the Temperament setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

102

Stretch Tuning
The Stretch Tuning setting specifies whether stretch tuning should be applied for acoustic piano sounds only, allsounds, or disabled entirely.
Stretch tuning is a piano-specific tuning method used by acoustic piano technicians in which the lower octaves are
tuned slightly flatter and the upper octaves are tuned slightly sharper to match the natural harmonics of an acoustic
piano.
* This setting is only effective when Temperament is set to Equal Temperament.

 Stretch Tuning setting
Stretch Tuning

Description

Piano Only (default)

Stretch tuning is applied to acoustic piano sounds only.

Off

Stretch tuning is disabled.

On

Stretch tuning is applied to all sounds.

 Selecting the Stretch Tuning type
After selecting the Equal Temperament type (page 102):or

MENU buttons to select the Stretch Tuning

Press theorTuning setting.

VALUE buttons to cycle through the Stretch

Press thesetting.

Adjustments & Settings

Press the EXIT button to exit the Stretch Tuning setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

103Virtual Technician

Stretch Curve
The Stretch Curve setting specifies the degree of stretch tuning to be applied to the sound. It is also possible tocreate custom tuning methods using one of the four User Tuning types.
* This setting is only effective when Stretch Tuning is set to On/Piano Only, and Temperament is set to Equal Temperament.

 Stretch Curve setting
Stretch Curve

Description

Normal (default)

Normal stretch tuning.

Wide

Wide stretch tuning.

User 1~4

User defined tuning methods.

 Selecting the Stretch Curve type
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 87):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Stretch Curve

Press the or VALUE buttons to cycle through the different
Stretch Curve types.
Press the EXIT button to exit the Stretch Curve setting and returnto the main settings menu.

User Tuning
The User Tuning function allows each of the 88-keys to be tuned individually.
* This function is only effective when Stretch Tuning is set to On/Piano Only, Temperament is set to Equal Temperament, and Stretch Curve is set to User 1~4.

Adjustments & Settings

 Selecting the note, adjusting the user tuning value
After selecting the Stretch Curve setting (page 104):
Press the or
memories.

VALUE buttons to select one of the User Tuning* Up to four different User Tuning memories can be created and stored.

Press the(REC) button.

The User Tuning screen will be shown in the display.
Press the desired key to be tuned, then press the
buttons to set the desired tuning value.

or

The desired key can also be selected by pressing the
MENU buttons.

VALUE

or

* The User Tuning value can be adjusted within the range of –50~+50.

Press the STOP button to exit the User Tuning setting and returnto the Stretch Curve setting.
* The User Tuning settings are saved automatically.

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Temperament Key
The Temperament Key setting allows the key of the selected temperament to be specified. When using a temperament
other than Equal temperament, use this setting to specify the key signature of the piece.
* This setting will only affect the “balance” of the tuning system, the pitch of the keyboard will remain unchanged.

 Changing the Temperament Key setting
After selecting a temperament other than Equal temperament
types:
Press thesetting.

orPress theortemperament key.

MENU buttons to select Temperament Key

VALUE buttons to select the desired* The temperament key can be set within the range of C to B.

User Temperament
The User Temperament setting allows custom temperaments to be created.
* This setting is only available when User Temperament is selected.

 Selecting the note, adjusting the user temperament value
After selecting the User Temperament type (page 104):
Press the MENU

button.

Adjustments & Settings

or
MENU buttons to select the desired note to
Press thebe adjusted.
Press the or VALUE to adjust the cent value for the selected
note.
* The User Temperament value can be adjusted within the range of–50~+50.

Press the EXIT button to exit the User Temperament setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

105Virtual Technician

2-17 User Key Volume
The User Key Volume settings allows the volume of each of the 88-keys to be adjusted individually.

 Selecting the note, adjusting the User Key Volume
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 87):
or

MENU buttons to select the User Key Volume

Press the or
memories.

VALUE buttons to select the User Key Volume

Press thesetting.

* Up to four different User Key Volume memories can be created andstored.

Press the(REC) button to adjust the User Key Volume memory.

Press the desired key to be adjusted, then press the
VALUE buttons to select the desired volume value.

or

The desired key can also be selected by pressing the
MENU buttons.

or* The User Key Volume setting can be set independently for each sound.

Press the STOP button to exit the User Key Volume setting andreturn to the User Key Volume memories selection.

Adjustments & Settings* The User Key Volume settings are saved automatically.

106

2-18 Half-Pedal Adjust
The Half-Pedal Adjust setting allows the point at which the damper/sustain pedal becomes effective (i.e. when thedampers of the piano begin to lift from the strings) to be adjusted. This setting may be useful for pianists that
habitually rest their right foot on the damper/sustain pedal, but do not necessarily wish to sustain the sound.
* This Virtual Technician setting will affect all sounds.

 Half-Pedal Adjust settings
Half-Pedal Adjust

Description

1

This setting allows the half-pedal to start at the earliest point.

7

This setting allows the half-pedal to start at the latest point.

8

This setting allows the damper pedal to be used as the controller.
Control can be done when the pedal is pressed slightly.

10This setting allows the damper pedal to be used as the controller.
Control can be done in the widest range.

 Adjusting the Half-Pedal Adjust volume
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 87):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Half-Pedal Adjust

Press theor
VALUE buttons to adjust the volume of theHalf-Pedal Adjust setting.
* The Half-Pedal Adjust volume can be adjusted within the range of
1~10.

Press the EXIT button to exit the Half-Pedal Adjust setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

Adjustments & Settings

2-19 Soft Pedal Depth
The Soft Pedal Depth setting adjusts the effectiveness (i.e. depth/strength) of the soft pedal.
* This Virtual Technician setting will affect all sounds.

 Adjusting the Soft Pedal Depth volume
After entering the Virtual Technician menu (page 87):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Soft Pedal Depth

Press the or VALUE buttons to adjust the volume of the Soft
Pedal Depth setting.
* The Soft Pedal Depth volume can be adjusted within the range of
1~10, with higher values resulting in a softer sound.

Press the EXIT button to exit the Soft Pedal Depth setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

107

Key Settings
Key
Settings
The Key Settings menu contains settings to adjust the instrument’s operation when using the Dual or Split playing
modes.
* Any changes made by this operation will remain until the power is turned off.
Preferred settings can be stored in a Registration memory or Startup Setting. Please refer to page 36 and 82 for more information.

 Key Settings
Page no. Setting

Description

Default setting

3-1

Lower Octave

Raise the pitch of the lower section in octave steps when using Split mode.

0

3-2

Lower Pedal

Enable/disable sustain pedal for the lower section when using Split mode.

Off

3-3

Split Balance

Adjust the volume balance between the upper and lower sections.

9:9

3-4

Layer Octave

Raise the pitch of the layered sound in octave steps when using Dual mode.

0

3-5

Layer Dynamics

Adjust the dynamic sensitivity of the layered sound when using Dual mode.

10

3-6

Dual Balance

Adjust the volume balance between the main and layered sounds.

9:9

 Entering the Key Settings menu
While the normal playing mode screen is shown in the display:Press theorPress the VALUEMENU buttons to select the Key Settings menu.

button to enter the Key Settings menu.

Adjustments & Settings

The first page of the Key Settings menu will be shown in thedisplay Selecting the desired setting
After entering the Key Settings menu:
Press the orsettings pages.

MENU buttons to cycle through the different
Settings page no.

108

3-1 Lower Octave Shift
The Lower Octave Shift setting allows the pitch of the lower section when using Split mode to be raised in octave
steps.

 Changing the Lower Octave Shift value
After entering the Key Settings menu (page 108):
The Lower Octave Shift setting will be selected automatically.
or
VALUE buttons to decrease or increase thePress thevalue of the Lower Octave Shift setting.
* The pitch of the lower section can be raised by up to 3 octaves.

Press the EXIT button to exit the Lower Octave Shift setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

 Jump to Lower Octave Shift setting shortcut
It is also possible to access the Lower Octave Shift setting directly
while Split Mode or Four Hands Mode are in use:.
or MENU

buttons.

The Lower Octave Shift setting will be shown in the display.
orPress theShift setting.

holdPress and hold the MENUVALUE buttons to adjust the Lower Octave

Adjustments & Settings

To exit the Lower Octave Shift setting and return to the previous
screen, press the EXIT button twice.

109

Key Settings

3-2 Lower Pedal
The Lower Pedal setting determines whether or not the sustain pedal will affect (i.e. sustain) the lower sound whenusing Split mode.

 Lower Pedal settings
Lower Pedal

Description

Off (default)

In Split mode, lower section sounds will not be sustained when the sustain pedal is pressed.

On

In Split mode, lower section sounds will be sustained when the sustain pedal is pressed.

 Changing the Lower Pedal setting
After entering the Key Settings menu (page 108):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Lower Pedal

Press theon or off.

or

VALUE buttons to turn the Lower Pedal setting

Press the EXIT button to exit the Lower Pedal setting and returnto the main settings menu.

3-3 Split Balance
The Split Balance setting allows the volume balance between the upper and lower sections when using Split mode
to be adjusted.

Adjustments & Settings* The Split Balance setting can also be used adjusted directly while Split mode is in use. Please refer to page 21 for more information.

 Adjusting the Split Balance setting
After entering the Key Settings menu (page 108):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Split Balance

Press the or VALUE buttons to adjust the volume balance
between the upper and lower sections.
After increasing to the maximum volume (9) of one section, thevolume of the other section will start to decrease.
Press the EXIT button to exit the Split Balance setting and returnto the main settings menu.

1103-4 Layer Octave Shift
The Layer Octave Shift setting allows the pitch of the layered sound when using Dual mode to be raised or loweredin octave steps.

 Changing the Layer Octave Shift value
After entering the Key Settings menu (page 108):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Layer Octave Shift

Press theor
VALUE buttons to decrease or increase thevalue of the Layer Octave Shift setting.
* The pitch of the layered sound can be raised or lowered by up to 2
octaves.
* Some layered sounds may not produce a tone when the octave range
is raised beyond a certain value.

Press the EXIT button to exit the Layer Octave Shift setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

 Jump to Layer Octave Shift setting shortcut
It is also possible to access the Layer Octave Shift setting directly
while Dual Mode is in use.
or MENU

buttons.

The Layer Octave Shift setting will be shown in the display.
Press thesetting.

or

ho
ld

Press and hold the MENUVALUE buttons to adjust the Layer Octave ShiftAdjustments & Settings

To exit the Layer Octave Shift setting and return to the previous
screen, press the EXIT button twice.

111

Key Settings

3-5 Layer Dynamics
When using Dual mode, sometimes simply adjusting the volume balance between the two layered sounds is notenough to create the desired sound character, especially if both sounds are very dynamic. Layering two equally
dynamic sounds can prove difficult to control and play comfortably.
The Layer Dynamics Function allows the dynamic sensitivity of the layered sound to be reduced, in order to improvethe blend between the two combined sounds. In addition to reducing the volume of the layered sound, limiting its
dynamic sensitivity also allows the layered sound to be controlled more easily in relation to the main sound.

 Adjusting the Layer Dynamics setting
After entering the Key Settings menu (page 108):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Layer Dynamics

Press theor
VALUE buttons to decrease or increase thevalue of the Layer Dynamics setting.
* The layer dynamics value can be adjusted within the range of off, 1~10.

Press the EXIT button to exit the Layer Dynamics setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

3-6 Dual Balance
The Dual Balance setting allows the volume balance between the main and layered sounds when using Dual mode
to be adjusted.

Adjustments & Settings* The Dual Balance setting can also be used adjusted directly while Dual mode is in use. Please refer to page 19 for more information.

 Adjusting the Dual Balance setting
After entering the Key Settings menu (page 108):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Dual Balance

Press the or VALUE buttons to adjust the volume balance
between the main and layered sections.
After increasing to the maximum volume (9) of one sound, thevolume of the other sound will start to decrease.
Press the EXIT button to exit the Dual Balance setting and returnto the main settings menu.

112

Rhythm Section Settings
The Rhythm Section Settings menu contains settings to adjust the Rhythm Section function.
* Any changes made by this operation will remain until the power is turned off.
Preferred settings can be stored in a Registration memory or Startup Setting. Please refer to page 36 and 82 for more information.

 Rhythm Section settings
Page no. Setting

Description

Default setting

4-1

Rhythm Volume

Adjust the volume of the Rhythm Section

5

4-2

Auto Fill-in

Specify how frequently an Auto Fill-in will be played.

8 bars4-3O.F. Ad-lib

Turn the “One Finger Ad-lib” feature on or off.

Off

4-4

ACC Mode

Specify the chord input mode used for the Rhythm Section accompaniment.

NormalBass Inv.

Turn the “Bass Inv.” (On-Bass chord detection) function on or off.

Off

Preset Chord

Select the preset chord progression type.

Chord 1* The Bass Inv. page will only appear when ACC Mode is set to “Normal”.
* The Preset Chord page will only appear when ACC Mode is set to “Preset Chord”.

 Entering the Rhythm Settings menu
While the normal playing mode screen is shown in the display:or

MENU buttons to select the Rhythm Settings

Press the VALUE

button to enter the Rhythm Settings menu.

Press themenu.

Adjustments & Settings

The first page of the Rhythm Settings menu will be shown in thedisplay Selecting the desired setting
After entering the Rhythm Settings menu:
Press the orsettings pages.

MENU buttons to cycle through the different
Settings page no.

113

Rhythm Section Settings

4-1 Rhythm Volume
The Rhythm Volume setting is used to adjust the volume level of the Rhythm Section accompaniment, relative to themain keyboard sound.

 Adjust the Rhythm Volume setting
After entering the Rhythm Settings menu (page 113):
or
MENU buttons to select the Rhythm Volume
Press thesettings page, then press theor VALUE buttons to adjust
the volume level of the Rhythm Section.
* The Rhythm Volume setting can be adjusted within the range of 1~10.

 Jump to Rhythm Volume setting shortcut
It is also possible to access the Rhythm Volume setting directly while
the Rhythm Section is in use.
Press and hold the MENU

or MENU

buttons.

The Rhythm Volume setting will be shown in the display.
Press thesetting.

or

VALUE buttons to adjust the Rhythm Volume

To exit the Rhythm Volume setting and return to the previous
screen, press the EXIT button twice.

Adjustments & Settings

4-2 Auto Fill-in
The Auto Fill-in setting is used to specify how many bars of the Rhythm Section should be played before a fill-in
passage is automatically added. This function can be turned off if the Auto Fill-in feature is not required.

 Auto Fill-in settings
Auto Fill-in setting

Description

Off

The Rhythm Section will not play a fill-in passage automatically.

4 barsThe Rhythm Section will play an automatic fill-in passage after every 4 bars.

8 bars (default)

The Rhythm Section will play an automatic fill-in passage after every 8 bars.

12 bars

The Rhythm Section will play an automatic fill-in passage after every 12 bars.

16 bars

The Rhythm Section will play an automatic fill-in passage after every 16 bars.

 Changing the Auto Fill-in setting
After entering the Rhythm Settings menu (page 113):
Press the or MENU buttons to select the Auto Fill-in settings
page, then press the or VALUE buttons to change the value.

114

4-3 One Finger Ad-lib
The One Finger Ad-lib setting is used to turn the Rhythm Section’s One Finger Ad-lib function on or off.
When turned on, One Finger Ad-lib allows various musical phrases to be performed at any time by pressing one of
the topmost 17 keys on the keyboard. Each phrase will play for one bar, and will match the key/chord currently usedby the Rhythm Section accompaniment.

Topmost 17 keys:
One Finger Ad-lib One Finger Ad-lib settings
One Finger Ad-lib setting

Description

Off (default)

A One Finger Ad-lib phrase will not be played.

On

A One Finger Ad-lib phrase will be played when pressing one of the topmost 17 keys.

 Changing the One Finger Ad-lib setting
After entering the Rhythm Settings menu (page 113):

Adjustments & Settings

Press the or MENU buttons to select the One Finger Ad-lib
settings page, then press the or VALUE buttons to turn the
One Finger Ad-lib feature on or off.

115

Rhythm Section Settings

4-4 ACC Mode
The ACC Mode setting is used to select the Rhythm Section’s chord input method.
By default, the entire keyboard can be used to play the melody, with the ES920 detecting and changing the Rhythm
Section chord/key automatically. However, selecting the “1 Finger Chord” mode allows the Rhythm Section chord/
key to be changed by playing single notes in the lower section, with the upper section reserved for playing the
melody.
Finally, when the “Preset Chord” mode is selected, the Rhythm Section will follow the preset chord sequence specified
on the Preset Chord settings page. For a complete listing of the available Rhythm Section Preset Chord sequences,
please refer to page 139 of this owner’s manual.
* The default split point is set between keys F#3 and G3.
* The Rhythm Section and Split Mode share the same split point. Please refer to page 21 for information about changing the split point.

 ACC Mode settings
ACC Mode setting

Rhythm Section play/control mode

Normal (default)

Full keyboard plays melody, and controls Rhythm Section key.

1 Finger Chord

Upper section plays melody, lower section controls Rhythm Section key.
Playing single notes in the lower section can change the accompaniment’s chords easily.

Preset Chord

Full keyboard plays melody, Rhythm Section changes key automatically.

 Normal

Adjustments & Settings

Full keyboard:
Used to control the accompaniment, and play the melody.

 1 Finger Chord
Lower section:
Used to control the accompaniment.

Upper section:
Used to play the melody.

Split point: adjustable, please refer to page 21.

116 Preset Chord
Full keyboard:
Used to play the melody only. The accompaniment is controlled automatically.

 Changing the ACC Mode setting
After entering the Rhythm Settings menu (page 113):
Press the or MENU buttons to select the ACC Mode settings
page, then press the or VALUE buttons to cycle through thedifferent chord recognition methods.

Adjustments & Settings* The Auto Fill-in feature will be disabled when the “Preset Chord”
method is selected. However, the Rhythm Section will automaticallyplay a ﬁll-in pattern at the end of the ﬁnal bar of the specified Preset
Chord sequence.

117

Rhythm Section Settings

4-5 Bass Inversion
The Bass Inversion setting is used to play “On-Bass” chords or bass lines with the left hand.
By default, the bass part of the Rhythm Section will follow the detected chord’s root. However, when the Bass
Inversion setting is set to “On”, the bass part of the Rhythm Section will follow the lowest key played on the keyboard,
allowing “On-Bass” chords to be played.
An “On-Bass” chord is chord that has a different bass note to the chord’s root. This is typically indicated by theaddition of slash and the letter of the bass after the root note letter. For example, a C chord over a G bass will beshown as “C/G”, while a Bb7 chord over a C bass will be shown as “Bb/C”.
* This setting will only appear when the ACC Mode setting is set to “Normal”. Please refer to page 116 for more information.

 Bass Inv. settings
Bass Inv. setting

Description

Off (default)

The bass part of the Rhythm Section will follow the detected chord’s root.

On

On-Bass chord recognition is enabled, and the bass part of the Rhythm Section will follow the lowest key
played on the keyboard.

 Off

Adjustments & Settings

Full keyboard:
Used to control the accompaniment, and play the melody.

 On
Full keyboard:
Used to control the accompaniment, and play the melody.
Lower section:
Used to specify the bass note.

Split point: adjustable, please refer to page 21.

The lowest key played on the keyboard will be recognised as the bass note. However, when the lowest key is played in the upper
section of the keyboard, or when three other keys are played around the lowest key, the notes will be detected as a chord, and the
On-Bass note will not be specifed.

118 Changing the Bass Inv. setting
After entering the Rhythm Settings menu (page 113):
Press the or MENU buttons to select the Bass Inv. settings
page, then press the or VALUE buttons to turn the Bass Inv.
setting on or off.
* This setting will only appear when the ACC Mode setting is set to“Normal”. Please refer to page 116 for more information.

4-6 Preset Chord
The Preset Chord setting is used to specify which preset chord sequences the Rhythm Section will follow.
For a complete listing of the available Rhythm Section Preset Chord sequences, please refer to page 139 of thisowner’s manual.
* This setting will only appear when the ACC Mode setting is set to “Preset Chord”. Please refer to page 116 for more information.

 Changing the Preset Chord setting
Set the Preset Chord in ACC Mode.
After entering the Rhythm Settings menu (page 113):
or
MENU buttons to select the Preset Chord
Press thesettings page, then press theor
VALUE buttons to cycle
through the different Preset Chord sequences.
* The A-B LOOP button can also be used to quickly turn the Preset Chord
function on/off without entering the ACC Mode settings page.
* When selecting a different style, the Preset Chord setting will reset tothe default Preset Chord sequence for that style.

Adjustments & Settings* The preferred Preset Chord setting can be stored to a Registration
memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 36 for more
information.

119Phones Settings
PhonesSettings
The Phones Settings menu contains settings to select the SHS (Spatial Headphone Sound) mode, the type ofheadphones to be used, and the output volume of the connected headphones.
* Any changes made by this operation will remain until the power is turned off.
Preferred settings can be stored in a Registration memory or Startup Setting. Please refer to page 36 and 82 for more information.

 Phones Settings
Page no. Setting

Description

Default setting

5-1

SHS Mode

Select the desired SHS (Spatial Headphone Sound) mode.

Normal5-2

Phones Type

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

Normal5-3

Phones Volume

Change the maximum volume level of the headphones output.

Normal Entering the Phones Settings menu
While the normal playing mode screen is shown in the display:Press the
menu.

or

Press the VALUEMENU buttons to select the Phones Settings

button to enter the Phones Settings menu.

The first page of the Phones Settings menu will be shown in thedisplay

Adjustments & Settings

 Selecting the desired setting
After entering the Phones Settings menu:
Press the orsettings pages.

MENU buttons to cycle through the different
Settings page no.

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5-1 SHS Mode
Spatial Headphone Sound (SHS) is a special feature of the ES920 digital piano that enhances the depth and realismof the acoustic piano sound when listening through headphones or earphones.
The SHS Mode 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 or headphones forextended periods of time.
* This setting does not affect the speaker or Line Out sound.

 SHS Mode setting
SHS Mode

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.

 Changing the SHS Mode setting
After entering the Phones Settings menu (page 120):
Press theor

MENU buttons to select the SHS Mode setting.

Press the or VALUE buttons to cycle through the different
SHS Mode types types.

Adjustments & Settings

Press the EXIT button to exit the SHS Mode setting and return tothe main settings menu.

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5-2 Phones TypeThe Phones Type setting optimises the sound of the ES920 digital piano when listening through different types ofheadphones or earphones.
* This setting does not affect the speaker or Line Out sound.

 Phones Type setting
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.

 Changing the Phones Type setting
After entering the Phones Settings menu (page 120):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Phones Type

Press the or VALUE buttons to cycle through the different
earphone/headphone types.

Adjustments & Settings

Press the EXIT button to exit the Phones Type setting and returnto the main settings menu.

1225-3 Phones Volume
The Phones Volume setting allows the maximum volume level of the headphones output to be increased.
The default setting for Phones Volume is “Normal” in order to protect an individual’s ears from excessive volumelevels. The “High” setting may be selected when using headphones with a high impedance, or in situations where it
is desirable to increase the maximum volume level of the headphones output.
* This setting does not affect the speaker or Line Out sound.

 Phones Volume setting
Phones Volume

Description

Normal (default)

The instrument’s headphone connectors will output sound at the normal volume level.

High

The instrument’s headphone connectors will output sound at an increased volume level.

 Changing the Phones Volume type
After entering the Phones Settings menu (page 120):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Phones Volume

Press theor
VALUE buttons to alternate between“Normal”and “High” Phones Volume settings.

Adjustments & Settings

Press the EXIT button to exit the Phones Volume setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

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MIDI Settings
MIDI
Settings
The MIDI Settings 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:
https://www.kawai-global.com/support/manualBluetooth Settings
The Bluetooth Settings menu contains settings to enable/disable Bluetooth MIDI and Bluetooth Audio, and adjust
the volume of the Bluetooth Audio input.
* Availability of Bluetooth MIDI function dependent on market location.

 Bluetooth Settings
Page no. Setting

Description

Default setting

7-1

Bluetooth Audio

Enable/disable the instrument’s Bluetooth Audio function.

Off

7-2

Bluetooth Audio Volume

Adjust the volume of Bluetooth Audio input.

0

7-3

Bluetooth MIDI

Enable/disable the instrument’s Bluetooth MIDI function.

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While the normal playing mode screen is shown in the display:or

MENU buttons to select the Bluetooth Settings

Press the VALUE

button to enter the Bluetooth Settings menu.

Adjustments & Settings

Press themenu.

The first page of the Bluetooth Settings menu will be shown inthe display

 Selecting the desired setting
After entering the Bluetooth Settings menu:
Press the orsettings pages.

MENU buttons to cycle through the different
Settings page no.

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Bluetooth Settings

7-1 Bluetooth Audio
The Bluetooth Audio setting is used to enable/disable the ES920 digital piano’s Bluetooth Audio function. Whenenabled, the ES920 digital piano can be connected to smart phones, tablets, and other smart devices to facilitate
wireless audio communication, allowing music stored on a device to played through the instrument’s speakersystem/headphones.
* This setting will be stored automatically, and recalled every time the instrument is turned on.

 Bluetooth Audio setting
Bluetooth Audio

Description

Off (default)

The instrument’s Bluetooth Audio function will be turned off.

On

The instrument’s Bluetooth Audio function will be turned on.

 Changing the Bluetooth Audio setting
After entering the Bluetooth Settings menu (page 124):
Press thesetting.

or

MENU buttons to select the Bluetooth Audio

Press theor off.

or

VALUE to turn the Bluetooth Audio setting on

Press the EXIT button to exit the Bluetooth Audio setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

After enabling the Bluetooth Audio function of the ES920 digital piano, enable Bluetooth communications on the smart device.
After a few seconds “ES920 Audio” should appear in the smart device’s Bluetooth settings device list. Tap the “ES920 Audio” entry toconnect the instrument to the smart device. It should now be possible for audio produced by the smart device to be heard throughthe instrument’s speaker system/headphones.
* If loss of audio/connectivity or noise occurs, please check for Bluetooth Audio compatibility with the smart device manufacturer.
* For a list of potential issues and recommended solutions when using Bluetooth communications, please refer to page 132 of this owner’s manual.
* The Auto Power Off setting will still be observed when playing audio via Bluetooth Audio.

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Adjustments & Settings

 Connecting the ES920 digital piano to a smart device using Bluetooth AudioBluetooth Settings

7-2 Bluetooth Audio Volume
The Bluetooth Audio Volume setting is used to increase or decrease the volume level of Bluetooth Audio playback.
While it’s generally preferable to adjust the audio volume level on the smart device itself, this setting may still be
useful in certain situations.
* This setting will be stored automatically, and recalled every time the instrument is turned on.

 Adjusting the volume setting of the Bluetooth Audio Volume
After entering the Bluetooth Settings menu (page 124):
Press the orVolume setting.

MENU buttons to select the Bluetooth Audio

Press the or VALUE to increase or decrease the level of theBluetooth Audio Volume setting.
* The Bluetooth Audio Volume setting can be adjusted within the rangeof -16~+15.
* To reset the Bluetooth Audio Volume setting to the default value, press

Adjustments & Settings

Press the EXIT button to exit the Bluetooth Audio Volume setting
and return to the main settings menu.

1267-3 Bluetooth MIDI
The Bluetooth MIDI setting is used to enable/disable the ES920 digital piano’s Bluetooth MIDI function. Whenenabled, the ES920 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.
* This setting will be stored automatically, and recalled every time the instrument is turned on.

 Bluetooth MIDI setting
Bluetooth MIDI

Description

Off

The instrument’s Bluetooth MIDI function will be turned off.

On (default)

The instrument’s Bluetooth MIDI function will be turned on.

 Changing the Bluetooth MIDI setting
After entering the Bluetooth Settings menu (page 124):
Press thesetting.

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MENU buttons to select the Bluetooth MIDI

Press theor off.

or

VALUE to turn the Bluetooth MIDI setting on

Press the EXIT button to exit the Bluetooth MIDI setting andreturn to the main settings menu.

 Connecting the ES920 digital piano to a smart device using Bluetooth MIDI

* When the ES920 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 132 of this owner’s manual.
* For more detailed instructions regarding Bluetooth pairing, please refer to the supplementary Bluetooth® Connectivity Guide manual, available fromthe Kawai Global website: http://www.kawai-global.com/support/manual

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Adjustments & Settings

After enabling the Bluetooth MIDI function of the ES920 digital piano, enable Bluetooth communications on the smart device, thenopen the desired MIDI app. After a few seconds “ES920” should appear in the app’s device list. Tap the “ES920” entry to connect the
instrument to the smart device. It should now be possible for MIDI apps to communicate wirelessly with the ES920 digital piano.

Connecting to Other
Connecting
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The rear side of the ES920 digital piano features a variety of jacks that allow the instrument be connected to
MIDI devices, computers, speakers, and mixers. It is also possible to connect external audio sources, such as an
MP3 player, tablet, or a secondary keyboard, to the ES920’s amplifier and speaker system. The illustration below
provides a visual overview of the instrument’s connectors and typical applications.

Connect the instrument to a computer or
smart device to send or receive MIDI data.
Smart device

Connect the instrument to other MIDI
instruments, modules, devices, etc.

Connect the GFP-3 triple
pedal to the instrument.

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Connect the instrument to external
speakers, amplifiers, mixers, etc.

Connect the audio fromother devices to the
instrument’s speakers.

Connect the F-10H footpedal to the instrument.

Before connecting the ES920 digital piano to other devices, ensure that the power to both the instrument and theother device is turned off. If connections are established while the power is turned on, extraneous noise that candamage the ES920 digital piano may activate the instrument’s amplifier protection circuit, preventing any soundfrom being produced. If this occurs, turn the power off and then on again to reset the amplifier protection circuit.
Do not connect the LINE IN STEREO and LINE OUT jacks of the ES920 digital piano together with the same cable. An
audio loop (oscillation sound) will occur, resulting in damage to the unit.

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Rear Connectors
 LINE OUT jacks (1/4” phone jack) SPEAKER ON/OFF switch

These jacks are used to connect the stereo output of the
instrument’s sound to external speakers, amplifiers, mixers,
recording devices, and similar equipment. Mono signals will be
output only if a cable is connected to the L/MONO jack.
* The Line Out Volume setting can be used to adjust the level of the LINEOUT signal. Please refer to page 78 for more information.

This switch is used to turn the ES920’s built-in speakers on oroff, and may be useful when connecting the instrument toexternal speakers or an amplification system via the LINE OUT
jacks. Please note that when headphones are connected, soundwill not be produced by the built-in speakers, regardless of the
SPEAKER switch position.

 LINE IN STEREO jacks (1/8” mini jack) DAMPER & DAMPER/SOFT jacks

This jack is used to connect the stereo output from an external
audio device, such as a CD or MP3 player, to the instrument’s
amplifier (incl. LINE OUT) and speaker system. To adjust the LINEIN level, please use the volume controls on the device itself.

These jacks are used to connect either the F-10H foot pedal,
GFP-3 or F-302 triple pedal unit to the instrument.

 MIDI IN/OUT jacks

 USB to Host port (“B” type)

These jacks are used to connect the ES920 digital piano toexternal MIDI devices, and also to a computer with a MIDI
interface as an alternative to the “USB to Host” port.

This USB port is used to connect the ES920 digital piano to acomputer using an inexpensive USB cable. When connected, theinstrument can be used as a standard MIDI device, allowing it tosend a receive MIDI data. Connect a “B” type USB connector to
the instrument, and an “A” type USB connector to the computer.
With additional conversion adaptors, this port may also be used
to connect the ES920 digital piano to tablets such as the Apple
iPad and other mobile devices.

* Please refer to page 124 for more information about MIDI.

* Please refer to page 14 for more information about pedal functions.

Upper Connectors

Front Connectors

 USB to Device port (“A” type) PHONES jacks (1/4” & 1/8” phone jacks)This USB port is used to connect a USB memory device to theES920 digital piano. This allows MP3/WAV audio files, and SMF
song files to be played directly. It is also possible to record
performances to MP3/WAV audio files, and save recorder songs
stored in internal memory for posterity.

These jacks are used to connect stereo headphones to the ES920
digital piano. Two pairs of headphones can be connected andused simultaneously. When a pair of headphones is connected,
sound will not be produced by the speakers.

* Only connect USB memory devices to the USB to Device port.
* Connect the USB memory device directly, without using a USB extension
cable.

 USB device information
 The “USB to Device” functionality of the ES920 digital piano It may be necessary to format the USB memory device before Avoid removing the USB memory device while data is being

 Other USB devices, such as computer mice, keyboards, orconforms to USB2.0 Hi-Speed standards. Older USB devices
can still be used, however data transfer speed will be limited
to the maximum transfer speed of the device.

loaded or saved, files are being renamed or deleted, or thedevice is being formatted.

it can be used with the ES920 digital piano. If so, pleaserefer to the USB Format function instructions on page 71.
Formatting the device will erase all data.

battery chargers etc. cannot be used with this instrument.

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Appendix* Please refer to page 130 for more information about USB MIDI.

USB MIDI (USB to Host Connector)
The ES920 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.
For more information regarding the USB MIDI driver, please visit the following website:
https://www.kawai-global.com/support/downloads/

 USB MIDI information
 Ensure that the instrument is turned OFF before attempting toconnect the USB MIDI cable.

 Disconnecting the USB MIDI cable suddenly, or turning the
instrument on/off while using USB MIDI may cause computer
instability in the following situations: 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.

– 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.

 Intellectual property rights
 “Windows” is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
 “Mac” is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
 Some samples © PREMIER Engineering Inc.
 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.

 Qualcomm aptX is a product of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.
Qualcomm is a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries.
aptX is a trademark of Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd., registered in the United States and other countries.

 Other company names and product names mentioned or referenced herein are registered trademarks or trademarks of respective
owners.

 Kawai Musical Instruments Mfg. Co., Ltd. shall have no liability for any acts in violation of the Copyright Act made by any users of thisAppendix

product.

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Canada
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CanadaFor
Canada▮▮For
CanadaTA-2016/2398
TA-2016/2398
TA-2016/2398
TA-2016/2398
TA-2016/2398
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TA-2016/2398
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Argentina
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
Marca: KAWAI,Marca: KAWAI,For Argentina▮
Marca
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Bluegiga
Bluegiga
Bluegiga
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Modelo :: KAWAI,: MBH7BLZ07,Bluegiga
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Marca
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TA-2018/509
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C-21199
C-21199

TaiwanFor
Taiwan▮For
TaiwanFor
Taiwan▮▮For
Taiwan▮For
For
Taiwan▮
第十二條
經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使
For Taiwan
▮第十二條
第十二條
第十二條 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使

第十二條
經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使
用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
第十二條
經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使
用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
第十四條
第十四條 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發
低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發
用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
第十四條
第十四條 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發
低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發
第十四條
低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發
現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。
前項合法
現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。
前項合法
第十四條
低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發
現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。
前項合法
現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。
前項合法
現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。
前項合法
通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。
低功率射頻電機通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。
低功率射頻電機
須忍受合法通須忍受合法通通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。
低功率射頻電機
須忍受合法通現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。
前項合法
通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。 低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。
低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通
信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。
信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。
通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。
低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通
信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。
信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。

信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。
信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。

AppendixFor
South
AfricaFor
South
Africa▮For
South
Africa▮
For
South
Africa▮For
South
AfricaFor
South
Africa▮▮▮For South Africa

02414-18-01395
02414-18-01395
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02414-18-01395
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02414-18-01395

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Korea
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Korea
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Korea
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Korea
▮
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Korea
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Korea

무선설비는
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▮해당
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・제조년 월제품에 붙어있는 라벨을 확인하시기 바랍니다 ..

131

Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
The table below summarises issues that may be experienced with the ES920 digital piano, explaining the typicalcause(s), and recommended solution(s).

Power

Issue

Possible Cause and Solution

Page no.

The instrument does not turn on.

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

p. 15

The instrument turns itself off after aperiod of inactivity.

Check that the “Auto Power Off” setting is not enabled.

p. 85

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

p. 15

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

p. 14

Check that the SPEAKER ON/OFF switch (rear connectors) is not set to Off.

p. 129Check that the Local Control setting in the MIDI Settings menu is set to On.

p. 124Check that the MASTER VOLUME slider is set to an appropriate level,
reducing the volume if excessive distortion is heard.

p. 15

If connecting the instrument to an amplifier/mixer using the Line Out jacks,
reduce the value of the “Line Out Volume” setting in the Basic Settings menu.

p. 78

Sound

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

The sound distorts when playing at very
loud volume levels.

Strange sounds or noises are heard whenplaying with piano sounds.

The top 18 notes of the keyboard sustain
far longer than neighbouring notes, evenwhen the damper pedal is not pressed.

The ES920 digital piano attempts to reproduce the rich variety of tones
created by an acoustic grand piano as accurately as possible. This includes
string resonances and damper noises, and other subtle characteristics that
contribute to the overall piano playing experience.
While these additional tones are intended to enhance the realism of the
instrument, it is possible to reduce their prominence, or disable the effects
altogether using the settings in the Virtual Technician menu.
This is the correct behaviour, and intended to reproduce the undamped
notes (typically the top two octaves) of an acoustic grand piano.

p. 86

–

MP3/WAV/SMF Audio

Appendix

USB

PhonesCheck the technical specifications of the headphones.

132

The headphone volume is too low.

A USB memory device is not detected,
cannot be saved to, or does not appear tofunction when connected to the “USB to
Device” port.

If the “Nominal Impedance” specification of the headphones is less than 100
Ω (ohms), set the “Phones Volume” setting in the “Phones Settings” menu to“High”.

p. 123Check that the USB memory device is formatted to use the FAT/FAT32
filesystem, and not set to “Write Protect” mode.

p. 129

Disconnect the USB device, turn the instrument off then on, then reconnect
the USB device. If the USB device still does not function, it may be damaged
or incompatible. Please try using a different USB device.

The instrument pauses briefly whenconnecting a USB memory device.

This is recognised behaviour when using very large capacity USB memory
devices.

p. 129No sound can be heard when playing
an MP3/WAV audio file stored on a USB
memory device.

Check that the audio player volume is not set to 0.

p. 51

Check that the format of the audio file is supported and listed in the “Audio
Player supported format specifications” table.

p. 50

Check that the format of the audio file is supported and listed in the “Audio
Player supported format specifications” table.

p. 50

An MP3/WAV audio file stored on a USB
memory device sounds strange, or does
not play back correctly.

The file transfer speed of the USB memory device may be too slow to play
the audio file. Please try using a different USB memory device, ensuring thatit conforms to USB2.0 Hi-Speed standards.

An SMF MIDI file stored on a USB memory
device sounds strange when played back.

The ES920 digital piano does not contain the full General MIDI sound bankselection. Consequently, some SMF song files may not be reproduced
entirely accurately when played through the instrument.

p. 54

When recording MP3/WAV audio files, thevolume is too low/too high (distorted).

Adjust the “Audio Recorder Gain” setting in the “Basic Settings” menu.

p. 78

Demo Song List
Sound NameSong Title

ComposerSK ConcertGrand

Polonaise Brillante Op.22

ChopinEX ConcertGrand

Polonaise-Fantaisie

ChopinJazz Clean

Original

Kawai

Warm Grand

Sonata No.30 Op.109

Beethoven

Pop Grand

Original

Kawai

PIANO1PIANO2SK-5 GrandPiano

Lieder Ohne Worte No.18 “Duetto”

Mendelssohn

Upright Piano

Alpenglühen Op.193

OestenPop Grand 2––

Modern Piano

Original

Kawai

Rock Piano

Original

Kawai

E.PIANOClassic E.Piano (*)

Original

Kawai

Classic E.P. 2––

Classic E.P. 3––

60’s E.Piano––

60’s E.Piano 2––Modern E.Piano

Original

Kawai

ORGAN
Jazz Organ (*)

Original

Kawai

Drawbar Organ (*)

Original

Kawai

Ballad Organ––

Principal Oct.

––

Church Organ

Chorale Prelude “Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme”

J. S. BachHARPSI/MALLETS
Harpsichord (*)

French Suite No. 6

J. S. BachVibraphone

Original

Kawai

Clavi

Original

Kawai

Marimba––

String Ensemble

Le quattro stagioni: La primavera

A. Vivaldi

Slow Strings

Original

Kawai

String Pad

Original

Kawai

Warm Strings––

Choir Ooh/Aah

Original

Kawai

Pop Ensemble––

Square Pad––

New Age Pad

Original

Kawai

Electric Bass

Original

Kawai

Electric Bass 2 (*)––

Electric Bass 3 (*)––

Wood Bass

Original

Kawai

W. Bass & Ride

Original

Kawai

Appendix

STRINGS/CHOIRBASS(*) PREMIER Sound
Copyright©PREMIER Engineering Inc.2018
PREMIER SOUND FACTORY** Kawai regret that sheet music for Kawai original demo songs is not available.

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Style ListStyle List
RhythmSectionGenre

Style Name

Genre

Style Name

16th Swing

Funk Shuffle 1

8th Straight

8 Beat 1

Funk Shuffle 2

8 Beat 2

Hip Hop 1

Smooth Beat

Hip Hop 2

Pop 1

Hip Hop 3

Pop 2

Hip Hop 4

Ride Beat

16 Shuffle 1
16 Shuffle 2
16th Funk

16th StraightSlip Beat
8th Rock

16 Shuffle 3

8 Beat 3

Funky Beat 1

Rock Beat 1

Funky Beat 2

Rock Beat 2

Funky Beat 3

Rock Beat 3

Funk 1Rock Beat 4

Funk 2

Blues/RockFunk 3Heavy Beat

Jazz FunkHard Rock16 Beat 1

Surf Rock16 Beat 2
16 Beat 3

R&B
8th Swing

16th Dance/Techno

8th Fast Shuffle

Rim Beat

Motown 2

Roll Beat

Gospel Shuffle

Light Ride 1

Ragtime

Surdo Samba

Country 2 Beat
Triplet/Waltz

Triplet Rock 2

Light Samba

Bembe

Songo

Rock Shuffle

Samba

BoogieMerenge

Triplet 1

Funky Beat 4

Triplet 2

16 Beat 5

ReggaeDisco 1

Gospel Ballad

Disco 2

Waltz
Jazz

Ride Swing

Techno 3

Fast 4 Beat

Heavy Techno

Afro Cuban

Ballad 1

Jazz Waltz 1

Ballad 2

Jazz Waltz 2

Appendix

Ballad 4

5/4 Swing
Latin

H.H. Bossa Nova

Ballad 5

Ride Bossa Nova

Light Ride 2

BeguineElectro Pop 1

Mambo

Electro Pop 2

Cha Cha

16 Shuffle 4

Tango

Slow Jam

Habanera

Slow RockR&B Ballad
Triplet 50’s Ballad
Triplet R&B Ballad134

H.H. Swing

Techno 2

Ballad 3

8th Ballad

Triplet Rock 1

Latin Groove

Techno 1

16th Ballad

Motown 1

16 Beat 4

Dixie Rock
16th Latin

Jazz RockRhythm Section Chord Types
The tables below list chord types recognised by the ES920 digital piano’s Rhythm Section. Each chord can be playedby pressing the notes marked with a  symbol in the diagrams below. When the ACC Mode setting is set to “1 Finger
Chord”, the common Major, Minor, M7, and 7, chord types can also be played by pressing just the notes marked witha  symbol.
Notes

Chord Name

Notes

Chord Name

C Maj

D  Maj
(C )

D Maj

C sus4D  sus4(C )

D sus4C aug

D  aug
(C )

D aug

C min

D  min
(C )

D min

C M7

D  M7
(C )

D M7

C6

D 6
(C )

D6

C m7

D  m7
(C )

D m7

C mM7

D  mM7
(C )

D mM7

C m6

D  m6
(C )

D m6

C7

D 7
(C )

D7

C 7(5)D  7(5)(C )

D 7(5)

C 7( 5)D  7( 5)(C )

D 7( 5)C 7sus4

D  7sus4(C )

D 7sus4

C m7(5)D  m7(5)(C )

D m7(5)C dim

D  dim
(C )

D dim





Notes



Appendix

Chord Name

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Rhythm Section Chord Types
Chord Name

Appendix

Chord Name

Notes

Chord Name

E  Maj
(D )

E Maj

F Maj

E  sus4(D )

E sus4F sus4E  aug
(D )

E aug

F aug

E  min
(D )

E min

F min

E  M7
(D )

E M7

F M7

E 6
(D )

E6

F6

E  m7
(D )

E m7

F m7

E  mM7
(D )

E mM7

F mM7

E  m6
(D )

E m6

F m6

E 7
(D )

E7

F7

E  7(5)(D )

E 7(5)F 7(5)E  7( 5)(D )

E 7( 5)F 7( 5)E  7sus4(D )

E 7sus4

F 7sus4

E  m7(5)(D )E m7(5)

F m7(5)E  dim
(D )

E dim

F dim



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Notes





Notes

NotesChord Name

Notes

Chord Name

G  Maj
(F )

G Maj

A  Maj(G )G  sus4(F)G sus4A  sus4(G )G  aug
(F )

G aug

A  aug(G )G  min
(F )

G min

A b min(G )

G  M7(F )

G M7

A  M7
(G )

G 6
(F )

G6

A 6
(G )

G  m7(F )G m7

A  m7(G )

G  mM7
(F )

G mM7

A  mM7(G )

G  m6(F )G m6

A  m6
(G )

G 7
(F )

G7

A 7
(G )

G  7(5)(F )

G 7(5)A  7(5)(G )G  7( 5)
(F )

(5)

G7

A  7( 5)(G )

G  7sus4(F )

G 7sus4

A  7sus4(G )G  m7(5)(F )G m7(5)A  m7(5)(G )G  dim
(F )

G dim

A  dim
(G )



Notes



Appendix

Chord Name

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Chord Name

Appendix

Chord Name

Notes

Chord Name

A Maj

B  Maj
(A )

B Maj

A sus4B  sus4(A )

B sus4A aug

B  aug
(A )

B aug

A min

B  min
(A )

B min

A M7

B  M7
(A )

B M7

A6

B 6
(A )

B6

A m7

B  m7
(A )

B m7

A mM7

B  mM7
(A )

B mM7

A m6

B  m6
(A )

B m6

A7

B 7
(A )

B7

A 7(5)B  7(5)(A )

B 7(5)

A 7( 5)B  7( 5)(A )

B 7( 5)A 7sus4

B  7sus4(A )

B 7sus4

A m7(5)B  m7(5)(A )B m7(5)A dim

B  dim
(A )

B dim



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Notes





Notes

Rhythm Section Preset Chord Sequences
The table below lists Preset Chord sequences utilised by the ES920 digital piano’s Rhythm Section when the “ACCMode” setting is set to “Preset Chord”.
The Preset Chord sequences can last for 8, 12, or 16 bars, with the bar number and chord name written in the spaces
below. If a chord name is not written, the previous chord will continued to be played. The more complicated chord
names, such as “F#m7(b5)”, may appear in a simplified form when shown in the display. If two chords are listed (e.g.
“D/C”), the first letter indicates the key of the chord, while the second letter indicates the key of the bass part.
Chord pattern
1 (9)No. of bars

Chord1

8

Chord2

12

Chord3

8

C

Chord4

8

C7

Chord5

8

C7

Chord6

16

Cm7
EM7

Chord7

12

Chord88CM7Chord98

C7

Chord10

16

Chord11

8

C7

Chord12

8

Cm7
AM7

Chord13

8

Chord148

Chord15

8

Chord1616

2 (10)
Bm7(5)CM7
Fm7(5)

B7

B7

Dm7

3 (11)

4 (12)

Am7

Gm7

Em7

A7

G7sus4

D7(5)

G7sus4

Cm7

G7sus4

G7

Cm7

Am7

Dm7

G7sus4

CM7

Em7

Am7

Dm7

G7sus4

CM7
B7

Dm7

F7

C7

Dm7

C7

C7
AM7

Chord19

16

Chord20
Chord21

CM7

8

AM7

C

B7
B7

8

C

G

Chord228

Chord23

8

Chord24

8

CM7
A/B

Gm7

C7

Cm7

F7

Chord25

8

F7

Chord26

8

CM7

Chord27

8

C7sus4

Chord28

16

Chord298

Fm7(5)

B7(5)

C7

FM7

Dm7
EM7

Gaug

B7

CM7

Gm7

CmM7

Cm7
B7

Am7(5)

8

C

Dm

B7

Chord32

8

C

G7

Am

Chord33

8CG7

Chord34

16
8

Chord37

16

Chord38

8

C7
C

AM7

F7
AM7

C

Em7

Am7

Em7

Em7

Chord39

8

C7

Chord40

8C7Chord41

8

C7

Chord428C7Chord43

8

C7

G

FM7

G7

FM7

F7

Cm7
AM7

F7
Fdim

Gaug
G7(5)

Dm7
B7

BM7

Fm7
B7sus4

CM7
Fm7(5)Cm

Dm7(5)
Dm7(5)C7sus4
G7
Gaug

Cm7

F7

Dm7
G7

CM7
F/A

Am7

B7

Em7
AM7

CmM7

Cm7
G7(5)

Am7(5)G7(5)

G7

Am

C7

Bm7
A/B

Cm7
E7

Bm7(5)

AM7

C

AM7

Em7

Em7
B7sus4

Gm7/C

F/C

D7

F7

G7

G7(5)

F

C

B

Gm7

Fm7

C

G7sus4

G7

D7

Bm7
A/B

B/C
A/C

D7
B

Gsus4/C

E7

A7

EM7

Em7

Chord44

12

Dm7

G7

C6

Chord45

8

C

Am

F

C

C

Am

F

Chord46

8

Em7

Am7

Dm7

G7

Em7

Dm7

G7

Chord47

8

FM7

Em7

FM7

Am7

Fm7

Dm7

G7sus4

Chord48

8

FM7

Em7

FM7

Em7

A7
EM7

G

C7sus4

FM7

DM7

Dm7

C7
C7

G7(5)

C7

C7

EM7

Em7

Am7

B7

G7

F7

C7

B

G7

Cm7

D7

G7

D7

Gm7(5)

F7

Am7

Dm7(5)/A

Dm7

C7

F

C

G7
Am7

G7
CM7

G7

Fm7

G7

F/C

G

Gm7

C7

F7

D7

EM7

G7sus4

Dm7

F

F7

G7(5)

G7sus4Fm7(5)

Dm

Am7/G

G7

Gm7

A7

G7
B

C

B7

F7

C7

CM7

E

G7sus4

F7

F7

A
AM7

F7

F

CM7

G7

AM7
B/C

G7(5)
AM7
AM7

B7

C7

FmM7

A7

Fm7

F7

Cm7
AM7

FM7

Dm7

C7

AM7
AM7

G7(5)
G7(5)

Am7

F7

Gm7
G7(5)

G7

CM7

G7

G7

C7

G7sus4

BM7

C7

A7
E7

Dm7

B/C

F7

C7

A7
EM7

Em7
AM7

Chord31

8

C7
A7

Gm7

C7
B7

16

Chord35

G7

G7

F

B6
A/B

Chord30

Chord36

A7

Dm7

C7

D/C
B

EM7
EM7

G7

Em7

Am7

C7

G7(5)

CM7

Fm7

B7

CM7

A7

Gm7

C7

Fm7

8 (16)
G7sus4G7sus4

Gm7

C

Cm

Dm7

Gm7

AM7

Cm7
AM7

7 (15)
Dm7

A7

C7

F7

DM7
G7(5)

A7

8

Am7

E7
E7

C7

B7

A7

Am7

8

6 (14)Em7

F

CM7

Chord17

5 (13)
FM7
Fm7(5)

F7
B7

Em7

Chord18

C7

AppendixPreset Chord

B7

Em7

AM7

FM7

G7

E7

Dm7

G7sus4139

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Rhythm Section Preset Chord Sequences
Preset Chord

No. of bars

Chord49

8

Chord50

8

CM7
AM7

2 (10)

3 (11)

4 (12)

5 (13)

FM7

CM7
Bm7

FM7
AM7

Bm7
DM7

Gm7

Gm/B

8

C

8

F

Chord53

8

Chord54

8

Chord55

8

CM7
Fm7(5)

Chord56

8

Chord57

8

C

Chord58

8

CM7

FM7

Dm7

G7sus4

Chord59

8

FM7

CM7

FM7

CM7

Chord60

8

C

F

C

F

Chord61

8

C

Chord62

8

C

Am

Dm

G

C

Am

Dm

Chord63

8

Cm7

Gm7

Cm7

Gm7

Cm7

Gm7

Cm7

Chord64

8

C

Chord65

16

Chord66

8

Chord67

16

Chord68

16

Chord69

8

FmM7

Em7

CM7

FM7

16

Chord81

16

Chord82

8

Chord83

8C

G7

G7(5)

CM7

Gm7

C7

G7sus4G7G7sus4G7

Dm7

G7sus4

G7

Dm7

Fm7

G7sus4

Am

G7

Dm

G

G

Am

G

Em

Am

Dm

Gm7

Fm7

G7(5)

G7

F

G

C

Am
A7

Dm

G7
Am7

D7

Fm7

Fdim

G7(5)

Dm

G

C

D7

G7sus4B7sus4

Dm7

B7
B

G7

B

F

A7

C7
F7

C

CM7

Esus4

C

G7

G

F

F

G7

C7

C7
B7
C

G7

C

G7

D7

C

G7

F

C

G7

C

C

C7

F

C

C

C7

F

C

C7

F7

C7
E

C

B7sus4

C7sus4

G

C6
G7

F7
G

C7

F

D
B7sus4FA7sus4

F

C7

F7

Dm7

G7

C

C

CM7

C7

F

Fm6

Em7

C

CM7

C7

F

Fm6

Em7

F

G7

Em7

Am7

Dm7

F

Fm6

Em7

A7

D7sus4

C

F

C

G7

C
B

C

D7

G

F

D7

A7

G7

C

Dm7

G7
A

A7sus4

G7sus4

B

C

G

Em7

A7

Dm7

A7

Fm6

C

G7

C

CM7

C7

D7

G7sus4

F

C

G7

C9

Dm9

G13

C9

C

CM7

C7

C

CM7
B7
F7

C

Em7(5)
EM7

Bm7
B7

Fm7
B7

D7

CM7

C7

Cm

G7

Fm

Cm

A7(13)

Cm7

Am7

Cm7
EM7

FM7

Dm

DmM7

Dm7

Dm7
Em7

Fm7
A7

Em7
DM7

C7

D7

Cdim

Dm7

Dm7

G7

F

Fm

GM7
BM7

Am7

A7

C7(5)

D7
Dm7(5)
B7

AM7
Fm7

Fm7
Gm7

C

A7(13)

B7

EM7
C7

Dm7

G7
E6
AM7
C7(5)

Fm7
Fm7

G7
A7

G7(5)

B7

Dm7
D6

G7

Cm7

C7

G7

G7

G7(5)G7

G7(5)

Fm7(5)

G7

G7(5)

C

C

D7

Dm7

G7

C

C

C

D7

Dm7

G7

C

DM7

Cm7

Cm
G7

G7
G7

G13

A7
E6

E7
EM7

Gm7

CM7

Dm9

G7

Am
G7

DM7

G

C

Dm7

F13

Dm7

G7sus4

C

D7

C

G7

Dm7

C9

GM7
BM7

F7
G

G7

A7

C

Cdim

G7

C6

F13

D7

G7
C

C

C9

Fm7

G7

C6
Am7

Cm7

C

G7

Em7

Fm7
Cm7

F7
F

G7

F7
B7

D7

C

F

D7

C7

F7

Cm
B

C

G7

C7

E7sus4
C7

C

F

F7

Dm7

Cm7
EM7

C

G7

F7

Cm7
Am7

G7

C

Am7

C

G7

G7

F7

C7

C7sus4

D7

Em

Em7

C

G7

CM7

F7

8

16

G7sus4G7

8

Chord100

A7

G7

Dm7

C7

Chord84

16

Am7

G7sus4

Dm7

Dm7

Chord85

Chord99

G7

C

Chord80

16

Em7

C7

C

C7
B7

8

8

Em7(5)

G7

F

F

G7

Chord79

Chord97FM7E7sus4

F7

16

8

G7

Cm7

Cm

Chord78

Chord96

C/G

F7
E7

C

C

16

F/A

Dm7

FM7
G7

F7

C

8

Chord95

G/B

F

Cm7

C

Chord77

16

C

Am

Cm7

C7

Chord94

G7

Dm7
D7/F

C7

8

16

Am7

C7

Chord76

Chord93Em7

G7sus416

12

G7sus4

FM7

D7

Chord75

Chord92

Dm7
C7

Am7

8

16

G7

E7

Chord74

Chord91

Dm7

Fm7

12

C/G

A7(5)

F78 (16)

Dm7(5)Fm7(5)

D7

F

C7

GM7

Am7

Am7

Chord738D7/F

7 (15)

AM7

D7

C

C7

Chord90C/E

6 (14)Cm7

A6

G7sus4

8

16

Am7
Am7

E7

Am7

D7

Chord72

Chord89

F

E7
E7

A7

Am7

Dm7

16

Bm7(5)

A7

C

B7

Fm7

C7

Chord88

C/G

CM7

C

8

8

F/A

F

Cm7

8

Chord87

CM7

FM7

G/B

E7/G
BM7

C/G

Em7

Chord70

12

Fdim
BM7

F7

Chord71

Chord86

G/B

F/A

Chord51
Chord52

Chord98

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Chord pattern
1 (9)

Cm

A7

Cm6

G7
C7

Fm

Cm

Cm7

Cm
D7

G7

EU Declaration of Conformity
EU Declaration of Conformity
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SwedishОПРОСТЕНА ЕС ДЕКЛАРАЦИЯ ЗА СЪОТВЕТСТВИЕС настоящото Kawai Europa GmbH декларира, че този тип радиосъоръжение [ ES920 ] е в съответствие с Директива 2014/53/ЕС.
Цялостният текст на ЕС декларацията за съответствие може да се намери на следния интернет адрес:DECLARACIÓN UE DE CONFORMIDAD SIMPLIFICADA
Por la presente, Kawai Europa GmbH declara que el tipo de equipo radioeléctrico [ ES920 ] es conforme con la Directiva 2014/53/UE.
El texto completo de la declaración UE de conformidad está disponible en la dirección Internet siguiente:
ZJEDNODUŠENÉ EU PROHLÁŠENÍ O SHODĚ
Tímto Kawai Europa GmbH prohlašuje, že typ rádiového zařízení [ ES920 ] je v souladu se směrnicí 2014/53/EU.
Úplné znění EU prohlášení o shodě je k dispozici na této internetové adrese:
FORENKLET EU-OVERENSSTEMMELSESERKLÆRING
Hermed erklærer Kawai Europa GmbH, at radioudstyrstypen [ ES920 ] er i overensstemmelse med direktiv 2014/53/EU.
EU-overensstemmelseserklæringens fulde tekst kan findes på følgende internetadresse:
VEREINFACHTE EU-KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG
Hiermit erklärt Kawai Europa GmbH, dass der Funkanlagentyp [ ES920 ] der Richtlinie 2014/53/EU entspricht.
Der vollständige Text der EU-Konformitätserklärung ist unter der folgenden Internetadresse verfügbar:
LIHTSUSTATUD ELI VASTAVUSDEKLARATSIOON
Käesolevaga deklareerib Kawai Europa GmbH, et käesolev raadioseadme tüüp [ ES920 ] vastab direktiivi 2014/53/EL nõuetele.
ELi vastavusdeklaratsiooni täielik tekst on kättesaadav järgmisel internetiaadressil:ΑΠΛΟΥΣΤΕΥΜΕΝΗ ΔΗΛΩΣΗ ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΣΗΣ ΕΕΜε την παρούσα ο/η Kawai Europa GmbH, δηλώνει ότι ο ραδιοεξοπλισμός [ ES920 ] πληροί την οδηγία 2014/53/ΕΕ.
Το πλήρες κείμενο της δήλωσης συμμόρφωσης ΕΕ διατίθεται στην ακόλουθη ιστοσελίδα στο διαδίκτυο:
SIMPLIFIED EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Hereby, Kawai Europa GmbH declares that the radio equipment type [ ES920 ] is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address:
DECLARATION UE DE CONFORMITE SIMPLIFIEE
Le soussigné, Kawai Europa GmbH, déclare que l'équipement radioélectrique du type [ ES920 ] est conforme à la directive 2014/53/UE.
Le texte complet de la déclaration UE de conformité est disponible à l'adresse internet suivante:
POJEDNOSTAVLJENA EU IZJAVA O SUKLADNOSTI
Kawai Europa GmbH ovime izjavljuje da je radijska oprema tipa [ ES920 ] u skladu s Direktivom 2014/53/EU.
Cjeloviti tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na sljede?oj internetskoj adresi:
DICHIARAZIONE DI CONFORMITÀ UE SEMPLIFICATA
Il fabbricante, Kawai Europa GmbH, dichiara che il tipo di apparecchiatura radio [ ES920 ] è conforme alla direttiva 2014/53/UE.
Il testo completo della dichiarazione di conformità UE è disponibile al seguente indirizzo Internet:
VIENKĀRŠOTA ES ATBILSTĪBAS DEKLARĀCIJA
Ar šo Kawai Europa GmbH deklarē, ka radioiekārta [ ES920 ] atbilst Direktīvai 2014/53/ES.
Pilns ES atbilstības deklarācijas teksts ir pieejams šādā interneta vietnē:
SUPAPRASTINTA ES ATITIKTIES DEKLARACIJA
Aš, Kawai Europa GmbH, patvirtinu, kad radijo įrenginių tipas [ ES920 ] atitinka Direktyvą 2014/53/ES.
Visas ES atitikties deklaracijos tekstas prieinamas šiuo interneto adresu:
EGYSZERŰSÍTETT EU-MEGFELELŐSÉGI NYILATKOZAT
Kawai Europa GmbH igazolja, hogy a [ ES920 ] típusú rádióberendezés megfelel a 2014/53/EU irányelvnek.
Az EU-megfelelőségi nyilatkozat teljes szövege elérhető a következő internetes címen:DIKJARAZZJONI SSIMPLIFIKATA TA' KONFORMITÀ TAL-UE
B'dan, Kawai Europa GmbH, niddikjara li dan it-tip ta' tagħmir tar-radju [ ES920 ] huwa konformi mad-Direttiva 2014/53/UE.
It-test kollu tad-dikjarazzjoni ta' konformità tal-UE huwa disponibbli f'dan l-indirizz tal-Internet li ġej:VEREENVOUDIGDE EU-CONFORMITEITSVERKLARING
Hierbij verklaar ik, Kawai Europa GmbH, dat het type radioapparatuur [ ES920 ] conform is met Richtlijn 2014/53/EU.
De volledige tekst van de EU-conformiteitsverklaring kan worden geraadpleegd op het volgende internetadres:
UPROSZCZONA DEKLARACJA ZGODNOŚCI UE
Kawai Europa GmbH niniejszym oświadcza, że typ urządzenia radiowego [ ES920 ] jest zgodny z dyrektywą 2014/53/UE.
Pełny tekst deklaracji zgodności UE jest dostępny pod następującym adresem internetowym:
DECLARAÇÃO UE DE CONFORMIDADE SIMPLIFICADA
O(a) abaixo assinado(a) Kawai Europa GmbH declara que o presente tipo de equipamento de rádio [ ES920 ] está em conformidade com a Diretiva 2014/53/UE.
O texto integral da declaração de conformidade está disponível no seguinte endereço de Internet:
DECLARAȚIA UE DE CONFORMITATE SIMPLIFICATĂ
Prin prezenta, Kawai Europa GmbH declară că tipul de echipamente radio [ ES920 ] este în conformitate cu Directiva 2014/53/UE.
Textul integral al declarației UE de conformitate este disponibil la următoarea adresă internet:

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ZJEDNODUŠENÉ EÚ VYHLÁSENIE O ZHODEKawai Europa GmbH týmto vyhlasuje, že rádiové zariadenie typu [ ES920 ] je v súlade so smernicou 2014/53/EÚ.
Úplné EÚ vyhlásenie o zhode je k dispozícii na tejto internetovej adrese:
POENOSTAVLJENA IZJAVA EU O SKLADNOSTI
Kawai Europa GmbH potrjuje, da je tip radijske opreme [ ES920 ] skladen z Direktivo 2014/53/EU.
Celotno besedilo izjave EU o skladnosti je na voljo na naslednjem spletnem naslovu:
YKSINKERTAISTETTU EU-VAATIMUSTENMUKAISUUSVAKUUTUS
Kawai Europa GmbH vakuuttaa, että radiolaitetyyppi [ ES920 ] on direktiivin 2014/53/EU mukainen.
EU-vaatimustenmukaisuusvakuutuksen täysimittainen teksti on saatavilla seuraavassa internetosoitteessa:
FÖRENKLAD EU-FÖRSÄKRAN OM ÖVERENSSTÄMMELSE
Härmed försäkrar Kawai Europa GmbH att denna typ av radioutrustning [ ES920 ] överensstämmer med direktiv 2014/53/EU.
Den fullständiga texten till EU-försäkran om överensstämmelse finns på följande webbadress:

https://www.kawai-global.com/

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Kawai ES920
Specifications
Kawai
ES920
Specifications
Keyboard Responsive Hammer III (RHIII) action with Let-Off
88 weighted keys with Ivory Touch key surfaces
Sound Source Harmonic Imaging XL™ (HI-XL), 88-key piano sampling
Internal Sounds

38 voices PIANO: 10 sounds, E.PIANO: 6 sounds, ORGAN: 5 sounds HARPSI/MALLETS: 4 sounds,
STRINGS/CHOIR: 8 sounds, BASS: 5 sounds,
MIDI only (Rhythm Section): 38 sounds + 4 drum kits

Polyphony max. 256 notes
Keyboard Modes Dual Mode, Split Mode, Four Hands Mode (Volume/Balance adjustable)
ReverbType: Room, Lounge, Small Hall, Concert Hall, Live Hall, Cathedral
Parameters: Reverb Depth, Reverb Time

Effects

Type: Mono Delay, Ping Delay, Triple Delay, Chorus, Classic Chorus, Ensemble, Tremolo,
Classic Tremolo, Vibrato Tremolo, Auto Pan, Classic Auto Pan, Phaser, Classic Phaser,
Compressor, Rotary 1, Rotary2
Parameters: Dry/Wet, Time, Speed, Feedback, HighDamp, Depth.
Parameters dependent on effect type.

Amp Simulator

Type: S.Case I, S.Case II, L.Cabinet
Parameters: Drive, Level, EQ Low, EQ High

Virtual Technician Touch Curve, Voicing, Damper Resonance, Damper Noise, String Resonance, Undamped String Resonance,
Cabinet Resonance, Key-off Effect, Fall-back Noise, Hammer Noise, Hammer Delay, Topboard, Decay Time,
Release Time, Minimum Touch, Stretch Tuning/Stretch Curve/User Tuning, Temperament,
Temperament Key, User Key Volume, Half-Pedal Adjust, Soft Pedal DepthInternal Recorder 10 song, 2 track recorder – approximately 90,000 note memory capacity
USB Functions

Playback: MP3, WAV, SMF
Record: MP3, WAV
Other: Overdubbing, Convert Song to Audio, Load Internal Song, Save Internal Song,
Save SMF Song, Load Registration, Save Registration, Load Startup Setting,
Save Startup Setting, Rename File, Delete File, Format USB

Metronome 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 3/8, 6/8, 7/8, 9/8, 12/8
Rhythm Section(Volume/Tempo adjustable)

Styles: 100 rhythms (x 2 variations), 4-part accompaniment, 100 preset chord sequences
Settings: Rhythm Volume, Auto Fill-in, One Finger Ad-lib, ACC Mode, Preset Chord,
Rhythm Parts SelectDemo Songs Main demo song, Rhythm Section demo song, 25 sound demo songs
Registrations 28 memories (7 x 4)
Other Functions Key/Song Transpose, Tone Control (incl. Brilliance, UserEQ), Wall EQ, Speaker Volume, Low Volume Balance,
Phones Volume, Line Out Volume, Audio Recorder Gain, Tuning, Damper Hold, GFP-3 Mode, Four Hands,
Startup Setting, Factory Reset, Auto Power Off, Lower Octave Shift, Lower Pedal On/Off, Split Balance,
Layer Octave Shift, Layer Dynamics, Dual Balance, SHS Mode, Phones Type, MIDI Channel, Send PGM#,
Local Control, Transmit PGM#, Multi-timbral Mode, Channel Mute, Auto Power Off, Speakers On/Off
Display 128 x 64 pixel OLED
Pedal F-10H damper pedal (with half-pedal support)

AppendixBluetooth* Bluetooth (Ver. 4.1; GATT compatible)
Bluetooth Low Energy MIDI Specification compliant, Bluetooth Audio
Connectors LINE IN (1/8” STEREO), LINE OUT (1/4” L/MONO, R [unbalanced]), Headphones x 2 (1/4”, 1/8”), MIDI (IN/OUT),
USB to Host, USB to Device, DAMPER (for F-10H), DAMPER/SOFT/SOSTENUTO (for GFP-3), PEDAL (for F-302)
Speaker System

Speakers: (8 x 12 cm) x 2
Output Power: 20 W x 2Power Consumption 18 W (PS-154 AC adaptor)
Dimensions 1340 (W) x 375 (D) x 145 (H) mm / 52 3/4” (W) x 14 3/4” (D) x 5 3/4” (H)Weight 17.0 kg / 37.5 lbs.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
* Availability of Bluetooth function dependent on market location.

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Owner’s Manual Conventions
This owner’s manual utilises a number of illustrative conventions in order to explain the ES920’s various functions.
The examples below provide an overview of the button LED indicator states and press types, and the appearance ofdifference kinds of text.

 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

×2
×4

Normal press:
Select a sound or function.

Press twice:
Select a sound or function.

ld
ho

ld
ho

Press and hold:Select a function’s settings.

Press multiple times:
Cycle through sounds or settings.

Press and hold, then press X:
Combine two sounds, or store
registration memories etc.

 Text appearance

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.

Appendix

Normal instruction and explanation text
is written in regular 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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