(TV not included.) Quick Start Guide Follow these instructions to set up your Gini Learning Keyboard™.
Introduction Thank you for buying the Gini Learning Keyboard™. The Gini Learning Keyboard™ includes songs and games based on the Gini Method created by renowned pianist Giovanni Marradi. This system uses a simplified notation to make reading music easier to learn so that children can quickly begin mastering songs and exploring musical concepts. The basis for the system are the Gini Avatars—letters, numbers, and avatars which represent each key on the piano.
Gini Learning Keyboard™ TV Mode Quick Reference Game Curriculum Gini Notation Launch the Fireworks Gini Value Gini Beat ○ ● Chords ● ○ ● Rockin' Aliens ○ Rescue that Rocket ○ Alien Dance Party ● ● Green Thumb Gardening Giant Music Player ● ○ ○ Jetpack Journey ● ○ ○ Meteor Catch ● ○ Jam Session ● Play a Song ● ● Main Curriculum Fingering ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Secondary Curriculum Parent Tip #1 While the games and practice activities are all meant to be played by the child on thei
Product Features Gini Learning Keyboard™ 19 20 21 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 1 Power Button 2 Power Indicator / Connection Indicator (Keyboard) 3 Standalone / TV Mode Switch 4 Volume Knob 5 Mode Button (Free Play / Listen / Practice) 6 Avatars / Letters Button 7 5 Rhythm Buttons (Pop / Rock / R&B / Jazz / Latin) 8 6 Instrument Buttons (Piano / Marimba / Strings / Flute / Synthesizer / Steel Drum) 9 Metronome Button 10 D-Pad (8-Directional) 11 Exit Button 12
Standalone Mode In Standalone Mode, the Gini Learning Keyboard™ includes a variety of different features that allow children to explore musical concepts and learn to play the piano. Modes of playing In Free Play, there are a variety of instrument sounds and rhythms children can use to create their own music. There's also a record feature that allows children to make a short recording of a song they've composed. Additional recording space is found in TV Mode.
TV Mode TV Mode allows children to explore music and learn piano skills through a series of interactive games and activities. The Adventure Story brings children from the basics of identifying different keys on the piano to playing basic one-hand songs to playing music with both hands and how to play chords. As children complete games, they become available in Quick Play on the TV so children can improve their skills and master the available games.
TV Console 23 22 27 28 24 25 26 22 Power Button 23 Power Indicator / Connection Indicator (TV Console) 24 DC Jack 25 Micro-USB Port 26 HDMI Out Port 27 Back up Battery 28 microSD Card Slot (microSD Card Not Included) Parent Tip #4 Correct fingering and hand position are very important to playing at tempo. Watch your child play and see if they are using the suggested fingering and hand position.
Downloadable Content Additional Downloadable Content is available for purchase via the Downloaded Songs section of the Gini Learning Keyboard™ Menu. Downloadable content includes additional Songs to learn, Keyboard Games, and Additional Content. Learn and explore even more with these exciting expansions. Downloaded Songs - Downloadable songs include classic kids and piano songs as well as hit songs from some of today's hottest artists.
Connecting the TV Console to a TV 1. Turn off your television set. 2. Plug the end of the HDMI cable nearest to the Ferrite Core into the HDMI Out port located on the back of the TV Console, and then connect the other end to the HDMI In port on the television. 3. Insert the Power Adapter Jack into the TV Console, and then plug the Power Adapter into a power outlet. Power Button Light TV Console Power Adapter Power Adapter Jack HDMI Out HDMI In Port Ferrite core 4.
Powering the Keyboard Battery Installation (For 4 “D” Batteries) 1. Open the battery compartment located under the keyboard. 2. Insert 4 “D” cell batteries, following the diagram inside the battery compartment. 3. Replace the battery cover Power Adapter There is a single Power Adapter included in the package. It works with both the TV Console and the keyboard. If you would prefer to not run the keyboard on battery power during TV Mode, additional power adapters are available separately.
Connecting the Console to Wi-Fi To adjust the console's Wi-Fi connection: 1. Select the Green Button in the Profile Selection menu to access Parental Controls directly, or select the Green Button within the console desktop area and then select the Parental Controls icon. 2. In the Parental Controls menu, select Wi-Fi Settings. 3. Make sure Wi-Fi is on. The television will list the available networks. Select the network that you would like to connect to, and enter a password if needed.
Setting up the Gini Learning KeyboardTM Follow these steps to set up your Gini Learning Keyboard™ before the first use: 1. Set up a Wi-Fi Internet connection. 2. Your Gini Learning Keyboard™ console may require a firmware update before use. If this is the case, follow the instructions on screen to download and install the firmware update. 3. Once installation is completed the console will restart, and you will prompted to register your Gini Learning Keyboard™.
