Preparation Before Use Playing the Piano Internal Songs ES110 Owner’s Manual Recorder Settings Appendix
Thank you for purchasing this Kawai ES110 digital piano. This owner’s manual contains important information regarding the instrument’s usage and operation. Please read all sections carefully, keeping this manual handy for future reference.
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Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 6. Transpose. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 7. Brilliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Preface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Preparation Before Use 9. Tuning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preface About this Owner’s Manual Before attempting to play this instrument, please read the Preparation Before Use section from page 10 of this owner’s manual. This section explains the name and function of each part, how to connect the power cable, and how to turn on the power.
Preparation Before Use Part Names and Functions b c d e f g Preparation Before Use a h a POWER button e REC button This button is used to turn the instrument on/off. This button is used to record performances to the ES110 digital piano’s internal memory. * The ES110 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 47.
Setting Up the Piano Upon unboxing the instrument, please follow the instructions below which explain how to attach the music rest, connect the F-10H foot pedal, and if desired, connect a pair of headphones. Attaching the music rest Preparation Before Use Insert the legs of the music rest into the holes located at the rear of the ES110 digital piano, taking care not to scratch the rear of the instrument.
Basic Operation The following instructions explain how to connect the instrument to the power outlet, turn on the power, adjust the volume to a comfortable level, and begin playing the piano. 1. Connecting the power adaptor Connect the AC power adaptor to an AC outlet. Preparation Before Use Connect the included AC power adaptor to the ‘DC IN’ jack located on the rear panel of the instrument, indicated below. 2.
Playing the Piano Selecting Sounds The ES110 digital piano features 19 different instrument sounds, which can be selected in one of two ways. By default the ‘Concert Grand’ sound will be selected automatically when the instrument is turned on. Instrument Sounds PIANO E.PIANO / ORGAN OTHERS 1 Concert Grand 1 Classic E.Piano 1 Slow Strings 2 Concert Grand 2 2 60’s E.Piano 2 String Ensemble 3 Studio Grand 3 Modern E.
E.PIANO / ORGAN sounds Lowest key Rock Piano PIANO sounds Modern Piano Mellow Grand 2 Church Organ Jazz Organ Modern E.Piano 60’s E.Piano ld Classic E.
Dual Mode The Dual Mode function allows two sounds to be layered together, creating a more complex sound. For example, a piano sound layered with strings, or an electric piano combined with a harpsichord, etc. 1. Entering Dual mode Press and hold a SOUND button to select the main sound, then press another SOUND button to select the layered sound. ho ld * Preferred Dual mode sound combinations can be stored to a Registration memory for convenient recall. Please refer to page 19 for more information.
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. Selecting Split sounds After selecting the main (upper section) sound: Press and hold a SOUND button, then press the C#1 key to enter Split mode, then press a white key to select the desired lower section sound. Split ho Lowest key Church Organ Jazz Organ Modern E.Piano 60’s E.
Metronome / Drum Rhythms 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 be freely adjusted. Turning the metronome on/off Press and hold the LESSON button, then press the PIANO button. The metronome will start to count. * By default the metronome will count with a 4/4 beat at 120 bpm.
Metronome / Drum Rhythms Adjusting the metronome tempo Press and hold the LESSON and PIANO buttons, enter the desired tempo using the lowest 12 keys marked below. ho Tempo + ld Tempo – ho ld Lowest key 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Metronome Tempo (2 or 3 digits) Playing the Piano * The metronome tempo can be adjusted within the range of 10~300 bpm. * The metronome tempo can be entered precisely, or decreased and increased gradually.
Registration Memories The Registration function allows the current instrument setup (sound, certain settings, etc.) to be stored to a registration memory, and conveniently recalled at the touch of a button. Up to 4 different registration memories can be stored. Settings stored in Registration memories General Settings Selected sound Keyboard and Sound Settings * Dual Mode / Split Mode (Sounds, Volume balance) Speaker EQ * The Transpose setting will not be stored to Registration memories.
Internal Songs Demo Songs The ES110 digital piano includes a selection of demonstration songs to introduce each internal sound. Demo songs Sound name Song name Composer Concert Grand Suite Bergamasque I. Prélude C. Debussy Concert Grand 2 Petit Chien F. F. Chopin Studio Grand Original Kawai Mellow Grand Sonata No.30 Op.109 L. v. Beethoven Classic E.Piano Original Kawai Modern E.
Lesson Function The Lesson function allows budding pianists to practice the piano using a selection of built-in song books. The left and right hand parts for each piece can be practiced separately, while adjusting the tempo allows difficult passages to be perfected. * For a complete listing of available Lesson Function songs, please refer to page 56 of this owner’s manual.
Lesson Function 2 Listening to the selected lesson song This page will explain how to play and stop the selected lesson song, and adjust the tempo. Playing the lesson song After selecting a lesson book and song: Press the PLAY / STOP button. The LED indicator for the PLAY / STOP button will turn on, and a one bar count-in will be heard before the song starts to play. While the lesson song is playing, press the LESSON and PIANO buttons to turn the metronome on/off.
3 Practicing left and right-hand parts separately This page will explain how to mute/activate the left and right-hand parts of the selected lesson song, allowing each part to be practiced separately. Muting/activating lesson song parts After selecting a lesson book and song: Press the OTHERS button. Press once: Left-hand only Press the OTHERS button again. Press twice: Right-hand only Press the OTHERS button once again.
Recorder Recorder The ES110 digital piano allows up to 3 different songs to be recorded, stored in internal memory, and played back at the touch of a button. 1 Recording a song 1. Selecting a song memory Press and hold the REC button, then press one of the lowest three white keys to select the desired song memory. * Selecting a song memory that has already been used to record a song will automatically erase the previously recorded song. Lowest key Song 3 Song 2 ld Song 1 ho Song Memory 2.
2 Playing back a song 1. Playing the recorded song Press the PLAY / STOP button. The LED indicator for the PLAY / STOP button will turn on, and the recorded song will start to play. 2. Playing a song stored in another memory Press and hold the PLAY / STOP button, then press one of the lowest three white keys to play the desired song memory. * The selected song will start to play when the PLAY / STOP button is released.
Settings Keyboard and Sound Settings The ES110’s keyboard and sound settings allow various aspects of the instrument to be adjusted. Keyboard and Sound Settings Setting name Explanation Default setting Reverb Change the type of reverberation added to the sound. Room Damper Resonance Adjust the resonance that is heard when depressing the damper pedal. Medium Voicing Adjust the tonal character of the instrument.
1 Reverb The Reverb setting adds reverberation to the sound, simulating the acoustic environment of a recital room, small hall, or concert hall. The most suitable reverb type is applied automatically when selecting each sound, however it is also possible to select a different reverb type manually if desired. * This setting will affect all sounds. Reverb type Reverb type Description Key Off Disables the reverb. A2 Room Simulates the ambiance of a small rehearsal room.
Keyboard and Sound Settings 2 Damper Resonance Depressing the sustain pedal of an acoustic piano raises all dampers, allowing the strings to vibrate freely. When a note or chord is played on the piano with the sustain pedal depressed, not only will the strings of the notes played vibrate, but also the strings of other notes, vibrating in sympathetic resonance. The ES110 digital piano recreates this phenomenon, with the Damper Resonance setting allowing the volume of this resonance to be changed.
3 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 these hammer 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 ES110 digital piano to be set to one of four different types.
Keyboard and Sound Settings 4 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 ES110 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the Fall-back Noise setting allowing the volume of this sound to be changed.
5 Damper Noise When the damper pedal of an acoustic piano is pressed and released, it is often possible to hear the sound of the damper head touching and releasing the strings. The ES110 digital piano reproduces this sound, with the Damper Noise setting allowing the volume of this sound to be changed. 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 setting will affect PIANO sounds only.
Keyboard and Sound Settings 6 Transpose The Key Transpose setting allows the pitch of the ES110 digital piano keyboard to be raised or lowered in semi-tone steps. This is particularly useful when accompanying instruments with different tones, or when a song learned in one key must be played in another key. When transposed, the song can be played in the original key, yet heard in a different key. * This setting will affect all sounds.
7 Brilliance The Brilliance setting allows the brightness of the ES110 digital piano’s sound to be adjusted independently of the ‘Voicing’ setting. * This setting will affect all sounds. Adjusting the Brilliance setting Press and hold a SOUND button, then press the keys assigned -/+ to adjust the brightness of the sound. Brilliance ho ld Off Lowest key – + * The Brilliance setting can be adjusted within the range of -10~+10, with +10 being the brightest setting.
Keyboard and Sound Settings 8 Touch As with an acoustic piano, the ES110 digital piano produces a louder sound when the keys are struck with force, and a softer sound when the keys are played gently. The volume and tonal character change in relation to the strength and speed of playing – on a digital piano this system is referred to as ‘touch sensitivity’. The Touch setting allows the touch sensitivity of the keyboard to be conveniently changed. There are four different preset touch settings available.
9 Tuning The Tuning setting allows the overall pitch of the ES110 digital piano to be raised and lowered in 0.5 Hz steps, and may therefore prove useful when playing with other instruments. * This setting will affect all sounds. Adjusting the Tuning setting Press and hold a SOUND button, then press the keys assigned -/+ to lower or raise the keyboard pitch in 0.5 Hz steps. ho ld Lowest key Tuning +0.5 Hz -0.5 Hz 440.0 Hz * The keyboard pitch can be adjusted within the range of 427~453 Hz.
Keyboard and Sound Settings 10 Temperament The Temperament setting allows the tuning system used by the ES110 digital piano to be changed from the modern ‘Equal Temperament’ standard to one of the various temperaments popularised during the Renaissance and Baroque periods. * This setting will affect all sounds. Temperament types Temperament type Description Equal Temperament (piano) This is the default temperament.
11 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 affect all sounds. Changing the Temperament Key Press and hold a SOUND button, then press the key assigned to the desired Temperament key.
Keyboard and Sound Settings 12 Effect On/Off As with reverb, selecting certain sounds automatically applies additional effects intended to enhance tonal quality. However, it may sometimes be desirable to disable/enable these effects manually, depending on the style of music or song being played. The Effect On/Off setting allows effects applied to certain sounds to be enabled/disabled. Effect On/Off Effect On/Off Description Key Off Disables the additional effects applied to the sound.
MIDI Settings The term MIDI is an acronym for Musical Instrument Digital Interface, an international standard for connecting musical instruments, computers, and other devices to allow the exchange of performance data. MIDI terminals MIDI terminal Function MIDI IN Receiving note, program change, and other data. MIDI OUT Sending note, program change, and other data. MIDI channels MIDI uses channels to exchange data back and forth between MIDI devices.
MIDI Settings MIDI functions The ES110 digital piano supports the following MIDI functions: Transmit/receive note information Transmit/receive Program Change number Transmit/receive note information from a MIDI-connected musical instrument or device. Transmit/receive program change data to/from a MIDIconnected musical instrument or device. Transmit/receive channel settings Transmit/receive pedal data Specify transmit/receive channels within the range of 1~16.
1 Transmit MIDI Program Change The Send Program Change Number setting determines whether or not the ES110 digital piano will transmit program change information when sounds are changes. It is also possible to transmit a program change number (ranging from 1 to 128) in order to change the sound of an external MIDI device. Transmit MIDI Program Change settings Transmit PGM# Explanation Key Off The instrument will NOT transmit program change numbers when changing sounds.
MIDI Settings 2 MIDI Channel (transmit/receive) The MIDI Channel setting allows the transmit/receive channel to be specified. The selected channel will function as both the transmit and receive channel (separate transmit/receive channels cannot be specified). Changing the MIDI Channel setting Press and hold the FUNCTION button, then press the key assigned to the desired MIDI channel.
3 Local Control The Local Control setting determines whether the instrument will play an internal sound when the keys are pressed. This setting may be useful when using the ES110 digital piano to control an external MIDI device. Local Control settings Local Control Explanation Key Off The instrument will transmit information to an external MIDI device only. C#5 On (default) The instrument will play an internal sound and transmit information to an external MIDI device.
MIDI Settings 4 Multi-timbral Mode The Multi-timbral mode setting determines whether or not the ES110 digital piano is able to receive MIDI information on more than one MIDI channel simultaneously. This allows the instrument to play back multitrack, multi-timbral performance data sent from an external MIDI device.
Speaker Settings 1 Speaker EQ The Speaker EQ setting optimises the sound character of the ES110 digital piano’s speaker system, depending on whether the instrument is placed on a table, or on a stand. It is also possible to disable speaker EQ to ensure optimum sound quality when using the instrument’s Line Out connectors. * This setting does not affect the sound heard when listening with headphones.
Speaker Settings 2 Speakers On/Off The Speaker On/Off setting is used to enable or disable the ES110 digital piano’s built-in speakers. This function may be useful when connecting the instrument to external speakers or an amplification system via the Line Out jacks, and the built-in speakers are not required. * The instrument’s built-in speakers can also be muted by connecting a pair of headphones to the Phones connectors.
Other Settings 1 Auto Power Off The ES110 digital piano features a power saving function that can be used to automatically turn off the instrument after a specified period of inactivity. * This setting will be stored automatically, and recalled every time the instrument is turned on. Auto Power Off settings Auto Power Off Explanation Key Off The Auto Power Off function is disabled. G7 30 min. The instrument will turn off automatically after 30 minutes of inactivity. A7 60 min.
Other Settings 2 Bluetooth® MIDI The Bluetooth MIDI setting is used to enable/disable the ES110 digital piano’s Bluetooth MIDI function. When enabled, the ES110 digital piano can be connected to smart phones, tablets, and other smart devices to facilitate wireless MIDI communication, allowing a wide range of music-related apps to be enjoyed using the instrument. * Availability of Bluetooth function dependent on market location.
Memory Functions 1 Startup Setting The Startup Setting function allows preferred panel settings to be stored in the instrument’s memory, and automatically recalled as the default settings every time the ES110 digital piano is turned on.
Appendix Connecting to Other Devices The rear side of the ES110 digital piano features a variety of jacks that allow the instrument be connected to MIDI devices, computers, speakers, and mixers. The illustration below provides a visual overview of the instrument’s connectors and typical applications. Connect the instrument to external speakers, amplifiers, mixers, etc. Connect the instrument to other MIDI instruments, modules, devices, etc. Appendix Connect the F-10H foot pedal to the instrument.
Rear Connectors DAMPER jack This jack is used to connect the included F-10H foot pedal to the instrument. * Please refer to page 11 for more information about pedal functions. MIDI IN/OUT jacks These jacks are used to connect the ES110 digital piano to external MIDI devices, and also to a computer with a MIDI interface. * When the ES110 digital piano is connected to a smart device via Bluetooth MIDI, the MIDI IN/OUT connectors will be disabled. * Please refer to page 39 for more information about MIDI.
Troubleshooting The table below summarises issues that may be experienced with the ES110 digital piano, explaining the typical cause(s), and recommended solution(s). MIDI Sound 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, and connected to an AC outlet. p. 12 The instrument turns itself off after a period of inactivity. Check that the ‘Auto Power Off’ setting is not enabled. p.
Settings List The table below lists settings/functions that can be adjusted from the ES110 digital piano’s panel interface, in addition to available ranges/types, default settings, and Registration/Startup Setting storing capabilities.
Appendix Demo Song Lists 54 Key Sound name Song name Composer A0 B0 C1 D1 E1 F1 G1 A1 B1 C2 D2 E2 Concert Grand Concert Grand 2 Studio Grand Mellow Grand Classic E.Piano Modern E.Piano Jazz Organ Church Organ Slow Strings Electric Bass Harpsichord Vibraphone Suite Bergamasque I. Prélude Petit Chien Original Sonata No.30 Op.109 Original Original Original Chorale Prelude “Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme” Original Original French Suite No. 6 Original C. Debussy F. F. Chopin Kawai L. v.
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Lesson Function Song Lists Appendix Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1A 56 Alfred’s Basic Piano Library Lesson Book Level 1B A0 Right & Left A0 Step Right Up! B0 Left & Right B0 The Carousel C1 Merrily We Roll Along/O’er the Deep Blue Sea C1 Hail to Thee, America! D1 Hand-Bells D1 Brother John E1 Jolly Old Saint Nicholas E1 Good Sounds F1 Old MacDonald F1 The Cuckoo G1 Batter Up! G1 Money Can’t Buy Ev’rything! A1 My Clever Pup A1 Ping-Pong B1 The Zoo B1
Burgmüller 25 (25 Etudes Faciles, Opus 100) A0 La candeur B0 Arabesque C1 Pastorale D1 Petite réunion E1 Innocence F1 Progrès G1 Courant Limpide A1 La gracieuse B1 La chasse C2 Tendre fleur D2 La bergeronnette E2 Adieu F2 Consolation G2 La styrienne A2 Ballade B2 Douce plainte C3 Babillarde D3 Inquiétude E3 Ave Maria F3 Tarentelle G3 Harmonie des anges A3 Barcarolle B3 Retour C4 L’hirondelle D4 La chevaleresque Lesson Function song book availability USA /
Specifications Kawai ES110 digital piano Keyboard Sound Source Internal Sounds Polyphony Keyboard Modes Reverb Settings Internal Recorder Metronome Rhythm Demo Songs Other Functions Bluetooth Connectors 88 weighted keys Responsive Hammer Compact (RHC) weighted-key keyboard action Harmonic Imaging™ (HI), 88-key piano sampling 19 voices Dimensions Weight Finish E.
MIDI Implementation Chart Kawai ES110 digital piano Date : July 2016 Basic Transmit At power-up Remarks 1 1 Settable 1 - 16 1 - 16 At power-up Mode 3 Mode 1 X Mode 1, 3** ***** X 9 - 120* 0 - 127 ***** 0 - 127 Note on O O Note off O O Key specific X X Channel specific X X X X 0, 32 O O Bank select 7 channel Message Mode Alternative Note number Range Velocity After touch Receive Pitch bend ** Omni mode is on at powerup.
Appendix Notes 60
Concert Grand G#1 A1 A#1 B1 C2 C #2 D2 Room E2 F2 F #2 G2 B2 Volume + A2 A#2 Small Hall G#2 Concert Hall D# 2 Small G1 Medium Metronome Tempo (2 or 3 digits) F #1 C#3 D3 D#3 E3 F3 F #3 G3 G#3 A3 A#3 Metronome Volume C3 B3 C4 C #4 D4 D #4 E4 F4 F #4 Normal (For piano sound only) Mellow G4 G#4 A4 A#4 B4 C5 C #5 (For piano sound only) Fall-back Noise D5 D #5 Normal Voicing D #5 D5 C #5 C5 B4 A#4 A4 G#4 G4 F #4 F4 E4 D #4 Dynamic D4 C #4 Blight C4 E5
or or G1 G#1 A1 A#1 F5 F#5 C #6 D6 D #6 E6 Speaker On/Off D7 E7 D #7 C7 C#7 B6 A#6 A6 G#6 G6 F #6 Speaker EQ Mode F6 F7 60 min B7 120 min C8 A#7 A7 G#7 G7 F #7 30 min D#1 E1 1 or 2 or 3 or 4 Press 1~4 button. Erase all songs 1 or 2 or 3 or 4 Press 1~4 button. Turn the power on Press and hold the registration button.
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