Technics Digital Ensemble Sx Pr54 Owners Manual

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SX-PR54/M  ENGLISH
SX-PR54/M
DIGITAL ENSEMBLE
QQTG0701
Se0503S0
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/Printed in Japan
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these
instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.
Operating Instructions
This manual was printed 
with soy based ink. 
						

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Caution for AC Mains Lead
(For United Kingdom)
(For the type as shown in figures A 
and B)
For your safety, please read the following text
carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three
pin mains plug for your safety and convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the
fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the
replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and
that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark
on the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you
must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is
replaced. If you lose the fuse cover the plug must
not be used until a replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from
your local dealer.
If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the
wiring code as stated below. If in any doubt please
consult a qualified electrician.
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accor-
dance with the following code:
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.
As these colours may not correspond with the col-
oured markings identifying the terminals in your
plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured Blue must be con-
nected to the terminal which is marked with the
letter N or coloured Black or Blue.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be con-
nected to the terminal which is marked with the
letter L or coloured Brown or Red.WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE
TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED
WITH THE LETTER E, BY THE EARTH
SYMBOL OR COLOURED GREEN OR
GREEN/ YELLOW.
THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF
—KEEP DRY.
Before use
Remove the connector cover.
How to replace the fuse
The location of the fuse differ according to the type
of AC mains plug (figures A and B). Confirm the
AC mains plug fitted and follow the instructions
below. Illustrations may differ from actual AC
mains plug.
1.Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.
2.Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse
cover.
For United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland
CAUTION!
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS
UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN
YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE
REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND
DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A
DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK
IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO
ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.
www.panasonic.co.uk (for UK customers only)
•Order accessory and consumable items for your 
product with ease and confidence by telephoning 
our Customer Care Centre Mon–Friday 
9:00am–5:30pm. (Excluding public holidays.)
 Or go on line through our Internet Accessory 
ordering application.
 Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
 All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities 
are provided directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.
 It couldn’t be simpler!
Customer Care Centre
For UK customers: 08705 357357 For Republic of 
Ireland customers: 01 289 8333
Technical Support
For UK customers: 0870 1 505610
This Technical Support Hot Line number is for 
Panasonic PC software related products only.
For Republic of Ireland, please use the Customer 
Care Centre number listed above for all enquiries.
For all other product related enquiries, please 
use the Customer Care Centre numbers listed 
above.
Figure A Figure B
Fuse cover
Figure A Figure B
Fuse
(5 ampere)Fuse
(5 ampere)
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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY
IN THE U.S.A. AND CANADA
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral tri-
angle, is intended to aler t the user
to  the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the pro-
duct’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
important operating and main-
tenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the
appliance.
(for U.S.A. and Canada)
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.THE FOLLOWING APPLIES
ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:  TO REDUCE THE RISK OF 
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT 
REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS 
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED 
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY IN-
SERT.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIP-
PING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS
FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL
BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
Notice:
This product has a fluorescent lamp that contains a
small amount of mercury.
It also contains lead in some components. Disposal of
these materials may be regulated in your community
due to environmental considerations.
For disposal or recycling information please contact
your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries
Alliance: 
CAUTION:
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 instal-
lation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communica-
tions. However, there is no guarantee that interfer-
ence 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 con-
nected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
FCC Warning:
To assure continued FCC emission limit compli-
ance, use only the provided power supply cord and
the shielded interface cable when connecting this
device to the computer.
Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to
this equipment would void the user’s authority to
operate this device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two con-
ditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful inter-
ference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party:
Matshshita Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, NJ, 07094 USA
Telephone No.: 1-800-211-7262
The model number and serial number are found
underneath the keyboard. 
Please note the model and serial numbers in the
space provided below and retain this sheet as a
permanent record of your purchase to aid identification
in the event of theft.
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN TROPICAL CLIMATES.
DENNA ENHET ÄR AVSEDD FÖR ANVÄNDNING PÅ PLATSER MED TROPISKT KLIMAT.
TÄMÄ LAITE ON TARKOITETTU KÄYTETTÄVÄKSI TROOPPISESSA ILMASTOSSA.
DETTE APPARATET ER BEREGNET TIL BRUK UNDER TROPISKE KLIMAFORHOLD.
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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the
safety precautions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
Safety
1.Power Source—Connect the unit to a power
source of the type described in these instructions or
as marked on the unit.
2.Polarization—The unit is equipped with a polarized
power plug where one blade is wider than the other.
This safety feature ensures that the plug fits into
your household AC outlet only one way. If the plug
doesn’t  fit one way, try reversing it. If the plug still
doesn’t fit, contact an electrician to replace the
obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the safety
purpose of the plug.
3.Power Cord protection—Route the AC power sup-
ply cord so that it will not be walked on or pinched
by items placed on or against it. Never take hold of
the plug or cord with wet hands. Always grasp the
plug body firmly when connecting and disconnect-
ing it.
4.Overloading—When connecting the AC power
supply cord, be careful not to overload the house-
hold AC outlet, extension cord, or outlet from any
other device as this can result in fire or electric
shock.
5.Nonuse periods—Turn the unit off when it is not in
use. Unplug the unit from the household AC outlet if
it is not to be used for a long time. Unplug the unit
during lightning storms.
6.Attachments and accessories—Use only the
attachments and accessories recommended in
these operating instructions.
Installation
Placement
1.Ventilation—Situate the unit so that it receives
proper ventilation. Do not install in a confined space
such as a bookcase or cabinet. Allow at least 10 cm
(4 inches) clearance from the rear of the unit. To
prevent the risk of electric shock or fire due to over-
heating ensure curtains and other materials do not
obstruct the unit’s ventilation.
2.Foreign material—Ensure objects and liquids do
not get into the unit. Avoid exposing the unit to
excessive smoke, dust, mechanical vibration, and
shock.
3.Magnetism—Situate the unit away from equipment
and devices that generate strong magnetic fields.
4.Stacking—Do not place heavy objects on top of
this unit.
5.Surface—Place the unit on a flat, level surface.
6.Carts and stands—Use the unit only
with carts and stands recommended by
the manufacturer. Move carts with care.
Sudden stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces can cause carts to
over turn.
7.Wall and ceiling mounting—Do not mount the unit
on walls or ceilings unless specified in the instruc-
tions. 
Environment
1.Water and moisture—Do not use the unit near
water, such as near a bathtub or swimming pool.
Avoid damp basements.
2.Heat—Situate the unit away from heat sources,
such as radiators.
Do not situate where temperatures fall below 5°C
(41°F) or rise above 35°C (95°F).
Maintenance
(See page 7 for details.)
Unplug the unit from the household AC outlet before
cleaning.
Clean with a damp cloth.
Do not use abrasive pads, scouring powders, or sol-
vents.
Service
1.Damage Requiring Service—The unit should be
serviced by qualified service personnel if:
(a) The AC power supply cord or the plug has been
damaged; or
(b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or
(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or
(d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance; or
(e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet dam-
aged.
2.Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit
beyond that described in these operating instruc-
tions. Refer all other servicing to authorized servic-
ing personnel.
3.Replacement parts—When parts need replacing
ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the
manufacturer or parts that have the same charac-
teristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substi-
tutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards.
4.Safety check—After repairs or service, ask the ser-
vicer to perform safety checks to confirm that the
unit is in proper working condition.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Cautions for safest use of this unit
Installation location
1.A well-ventilated place.
Take care not to use this unit in a place where it 
will not receive sufficient ventilation, and not to 
permit the ventilation holes to be covered by cur-
tains, or any similar materials.
2.Place away from direct sunlight and excessive 
heat from heating equipment.
3.A place where humidity, vibration and dust are 
minimized.
Power source
1.Be sure the line voltage selector is in accordance 
with local voltage in your area before connecting 
the plug to the socket.
2.DC power cannot be used.
Handling the power cord
1.Never touch the power cord, or its plug, with wet 
hands.
2.Don’t pull the power cord.
Metal items inside the unit may 
result in electric shock or damage.
Do not permit metal articles to get inside the unit.
Be especially careful with regard to this point if 
children are near this unit. They should be warned 
never to try to put anything inside.
If, nevertheless, some such article does get inside, 
disconnect the power cord plug from the electrical 
outlet, and contact the store where the unit was 
purchased.
If water gets into the unit
Disconnect the power cord plug from the electrical 
outlet, and contact the store where it was purchased.
As a precaution, it is suggested that flower vases and 
other containers which hold liquids not be placed on 
the top of this unit.
If operation seems abnormal
Immediately turn off the power, disconnect the power 
cord plug from the electrical outlet, and contact the 
store where it was purchased.
Discontinue using the unit at once. Failure to do so 
may result in additional damage or some other unex-
pected damage or accident.
 Because the power source is located inside the 
unit, it is normal for the cabinet to become warm.
A word about the power cord
If the power cord is scarred, is par tially cut or 
bronken, or has a bad contact, it may cause a fire or 
serious electrical shock if used. NEVER use a dam-
aged power cord for any appliance. Moreover, the 
power cord should never be forcibly bent.
Don’t touch the inside parts of this 
unit.
Some places inside this unit have high voltage poten-
tial. Never try to remove the top or back panels of this 
unit, or to touch inside par ts by hand or with tools.
Contact someone who is qualified in order to inspect 
the inside, or to replace a fuse, if such becomes nec-
essary. Never attempt to do these things yourself.
Maintenance
The following suggestions will assist you in keeping 
the unit in top condition.
 Be sure to switch the instrument off after use, and 
do not switch the unit on and off in quick 
succession, as this places an undue load on the 
electronic components.
 To keep the luster of the surface and buttons, sim-
ply use a clean, damp cloth; polish with a soft, dry 
cloth. Polish may be used but do not use thinners 
or petro-chemical-based polishes.
 A wax-based polish may be used on the cabinet, 
although you will find that rubbing with a soft cloth 
will suffice.
 This product may receive radio interference 
caused by mobile telephones during use. If such 
interference is apparent, please increase separa-
tion between the product and the mobile tele-
phone.SVENSK: Det kan inträffa att den här produkten 
under användningen tar emot radiostörningar, 
orsakade av mobiltelefoner. Öka avståndet mellan 
produkten och mobiltelefonen om störningarna är 
uppenbara.
SERVICE MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY DEALER
OR OTHER QUALIFIED PERSON
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Contents
Cautions for safest use of this unit............................................................................................................. 7
Controls and functions...............................................................................................................................10
BASIC FUNCTIONS
Getting started ................................................................................................................................ 12
Playing the piano ............................................................................................................................ 13
Progressive Pianist ......................................................................................................................... 14
See and listen to the demonstration ............................................................................................... 15
Select a sound ................................................................................................................................ 16
Select the registration for a music style (PIANO STYLIST) ............................................................ 17
Automatic panel settings (ONE TOUCH PLAY) .............................................................................. 18
Record your performance (SEQUENCER) ..................................................................................... 20
Store your panel settings (PANEL MEMORY) ................................................................................ 22
Save data on a floppy disk .............................................................................................................. 23
Load rhythm data from a Technics pattern disk (COMPOSER LOAD) ........................................... 25
Play back commercial song disks (DIRECT PLAY) ........................................................................ 26
PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS
About the display ............................................................................................................................ 27
Favorites ......................................................................................................................................... 30
Part I   Sounds and effects......................................................................................................................... 31
Overview of sounds ........................................................................................................................ 31
Selecting sounds ............................................................................................................................ 31
Assigning parts to the keyboard ..................................................................................................... 34
Pedals ............................................................................................................................................. 35
Touch Sensitivity ............................................................................................................................. 36
Effects ............................................................................................................................................. 37
Transpose ....................................................................................................................................... 39
Techni-chord ................................................................................................................................... 40
Part II   Playing the rhythm......................................................................................................................... 41
Overview of rhythm performance .................................................................................................... 41
Selecting rhythms ........................................................................................................................... 41
Playing the rhythm .......................................................................................................................... 43
Auto Play Chord .............................................................................................................................. 44
Fade In/Fade Out ............................................................................................................................ 48
Sound Arranger .............................................................................................................................. 49
One Touch Play .............................................................................................................................. 49
Piano Stylist .................................................................................................................................... 50
Music Style Arranger ...................................................................................................................... 51
Panel Memory................................................................................................................................. 52
Part III   Sequencer...................................................................................................................................... 54
Outline of the Sequencer ................................................................................................................ 54
Sequencer parts ............................................................................................................................. 57
Easy Record ................................................................................................................................... 58
Realtime Record ............................................................................................................................. 59
Sequencer Play .............................................................................................................................. 61
Naming ........................................................................................................................................... 63
Panel Write ..................................................................................................................................... 63
Song Select .................................................................................................................................... 64
Punch Record ................................................................................................................................. 64
Step Record .................................................................................................................................... 65
Track Assign ................................................................................................................................... 70
Quantize ......................................................................................................................................... 71
Song Clear...................................................................................................................................... 72
Track Clear...................................................................................................................................... 72
Note Edit ......................................................................................................................................... 73
Drum Edit........................................................................................................................................ 74
Copy and paste the recorded data ................................................................................................. 75
Changing the note position etc. of the recorded data ..................................................................... 78
Part IV   Composer...................................................................................................................................... 80
Outline of the Composer................................................................................................................. 80
Simple recording method ................................................................................................................ 81
Create a completely new rhythm .................................................................................................... 82
Chord Modify Change ..................................................................................................................... 84
Part Setting ..................................................................................................................................... 84
Playback ......................................................................................................................................... 85
Step Record .................................................................................................................................... 86
Measure Edit................................................................................................................................... 87
Pattern Copy ................................................................................................................................... 88
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Part V   Disk Drive....................................................................................................................................... 90
Outline of the Disk Drive function ................................................................................................... 90
Outline of the procedure ................................................................................................................. 92
Loading data ................................................................................................................................... 93
Direct Play ...................................................................................................................................... 95
Song Medley ................................................................................................................................... 96
Saving data ..................................................................................................................................... 97
Disk management ........................................................................................................................... 99
Set the automatic display when a disk is inserted ........................................................................ 100
Part VI   Sound........................................................................................................................................... 101
Outline of the Sound ..................................................................................................................... 101
Part Setting ................................................................................................................................... 102
Mixer ............................................................................................................................................. 104
Master Tuning ............................................................................................................................... 106
Key Scaling ................................................................................................................................... 106
Sound Load Option ....................................................................................................................... 107
APC Reverb Setting ...................................................................................................................... 107
Part VII   Reverb & Effect.......................................................................................................................... 108
Outline of the Reverb & Effect ...................................................................................................... 108
Tone Control ................................................................................................................................. 108
Part VIII   Sound Edit................................................................................................................................. 109
Outline of the Sound Edit .............................................................................................................. 109
Easy Edit....................................................................................................................................... 110
Tone Edit ....................................................................................................................................... 110
Pitch Edit....................................................................................................................................... 113
Filter Edit....................................................................................................................................... 114
Amplitude Edit............................................................................................................................... 116
LFO Edit........................................................................................................................................ 117
Effect Edit ..................................................................................................................................... 118
Controller Edit ............................................................................................................................... 118
Store the new sound ..................................................................................................................... 119
Part IX   Control......................................................................................................................................... 120
Outline of Control functions .......................................................................................................... 120
Pedal Setting ................................................................................................................................ 120
Part X   Customize..................................................................................................................................... 122
Outline of Customize functions ..................................................................................................... 122
Display Time Out .......................................................................................................................... 123
Data Protection ............................................................................................................................. 124
MIDI Setting Load Option ............................................................................................................. 124
Part XI   MIDI.............................................................................................................................................. 125
What is MIDI? ............................................................................................................................... 125
Outline of MIDI functions .............................................................................................................. 126
Part Setting ................................................................................................................................... 127
Control Messages......................................................................................................................... 128
Realtime Messages ...................................................................................................................... 128
Common Setting ........................................................................................................................... 129
Mode Setting................................................................................................................................. 130
Input/output Setting....................................................................................................................... 130
MIDI Presets ................................................................................................................................. 131
Computer Connection ................................................................................................................... 132
Initialize...................................................................................................................................................... 133
Connections.............................................................................................................................................. 134
Assembly................................................................................................................................................... 135
Symptoms which appear to be signs of trouble.................................................................................... 136
Error messages......................................................................................................................................... 138
Index........................................................................................................................................................... 140
Specifications............................................................................................................................................ 141

 Supplied accessories
Please check the supplied accessories.
□ Music stand      □ CD-ROM
□ AC cord
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Controls and functions
MAIN
VOLUME
MAX
MINMAX
OFF
AUTO PLAY CHORDRHYTHM GROUPTEMPO / PROGRAM
PROGRESSIVE
PIANIST PIANO STYLISTSPLIT
POINTMETRONOMEPOP ROCKFUNK &
SOUL DISCOPOP BALLADBALLADBALLROOM
& SHOW
MEMORY
CONTRAST LATIN &
WORLD JAZZ &
SWING WALTZ
& TRAD USA 16 BEAT 8 BEAT IN OUTSOUND
ARRANGER
SET MODE
CHORD FINDER
OFF/ONONE TOUCH
PLAYAPC/SEQUENCER
VOLUME
DEMOMUSIC STYLE ARRANGERVARIATION 1 2 1 2 1 1 2 3 4 BEAT
LOAD
SEQUENCER
RESETCOUNT
INTRO2 34
FADE
FILL IN INTRO & ENDINGSYNCHRO & BREAKSTART / STOP TAP TEMPOHELPOTHER PARTS/TR- TRANSPOSE +M
AUTO PLAY CHORD
Add an automatic
accompaniment to your
selected rhythm.
(Refer to page 44.)PIANO STYLIST
You can choose to have
all the settings of this
instrument automatically
set. (Refer to page 50.)RHYTHM GROUP
Various rhythm patterns are
available for each rhythm
group.
(Refer to page 41.)
PROGRESSIVE PIANIST
Your piano offers a fun method
of learning to play piano.
(Refer to page 14.)FADE IN/OUT
Begin your song with a slowly
increasing volume, or end it by
having the sound slowly fade away.
(Refer to page 48.)
Tuning
Unlike an acoustic piano, your PR Series Digital Ensemble never needs tuning.
The pitch of this instrument can be adjusted for when playing along with other instruments. 
(Refer to page 106.)
TRANSPOSE
Raise or lower the key
of the entire keyboard.
(Refer to page 39.)
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