Technics Keyboard Sx Kn2400 Owers Manual

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SX-KN2400 SX-KN2600(ENGLISH)
SX-KN2400
SX-KN2600
KEYBOARD
Operating Instructions
SX-
KN2400  
SX-
KN2600
KEYBOARD
ENGLISH
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these
instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference. 
						

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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 alert 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
supply 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
disconnecting it.
4.Overloading—When connecting the AC power
supply cord, be careful not to overload the
household 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
overturn.
7.Wall and ceiling mounting—Do not mount the unit
on walls or ceilings unless specified in the
instructions. 
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 6 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
solvents.
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
instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized
servicing personnel.
3.Replacement parts—When parts need replacing
ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the
manufacturer or parts that have the same
characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized
substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards.
4.Safety check—After repairs or service, ask the
servicer 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 pur-
chased.
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 con-
tact the store where it was purchased.
Discontinue using the unit at once. Failure to do so 
may result in additional damage or some other 
unexpected 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 partially 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 
potential. Never try to remove the top or back 
panels of this unit, or to touch inside parts by hand 
or with tools.
Contact someone who is qualified in order to 
inspect the inside, or to replace a fuse, if such 
becomes necessary. 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, 
simply 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.
 Keep the SD Memory Card out of the reach of 
children to prevent them from swallowing it. 
(KN2600)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.
 Håll SD-minneskortet utom räckhåll för barn, för 
att förhindra att ett barn sväljer det. (KN2600)
SERVICE MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY DEALER
OR OTHER QUALIFIED PERSON
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Contents
Cautions for safest use of this unit............................................................................. 6
Controls and functions (KN2400).............................................................................. 10
Controls and functions (KN2600).............................................................................. 12
BASIC FUNCTIONS
Getting started .................................................................................................. 14
See and listen to the demonstration ................................................................. 16
Add effects ........................................................................................................ 17
Play back commercial song disks (DIRECT PLAY) (KN2400) .......................... 18
Play back SD cards (SD-AUDIO PLAY) (KN2600) ........................................... 19
Select the registration for a music style (MUSIC STYLIST) ............................. 20
Automatic panel settings (ONE TOUCH PLAY)................................................ 22
Store your panel settings (PANEL MEMORY) .................................................. 24
Record your performance (SEQUENCER) ....................................................... 25
Save data on an SD card (KN2600) ................................................................. 27
Load rhythm data from a Technics pattern disk 
(COMPOSER LOAD) (KN2400).................................................................... 29
PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS
About the display .............................................................................................. 30
Favorites ........................................................................................................... 33
Part I   Sounds and effects.................................................................................. 35
Overview of sounds and effects ........................................................................ 35
Selecting sounds............................................................................................... 36
Digital Drawbar ................................................................................................. 37
Assigning parts to the keyboard........................................................................ 39
Effects ............................................................................................................... 41
Controller .......................................................................................................... 45
Transpose ......................................................................................................... 46
Techni-chord ..................................................................................................... 47
Part II   Playing the rhythm.................................................................................. 48
Overview of rhythm performance ...................................................................... 48
Selecting rhythms ............................................................................................. 49
Playing the rhythm ............................................................................................ 51
Auto Play Chord ................................................................................................ 52
Fade In/Fade Out .............................................................................................. 57
Sound Arranger................................................................................................. 59
One Touch Play ................................................................................................ 60
Music Stylist ...................................................................................................... 60
Music Style Arranger......................................................................................... 62
Panel Memory ................................................................................................... 64
Part III   Performance Pads.................................................................................. 67
Playing phrases ................................................................................................ 67
Copying phrases ............................................................................................... 68
Compile ............................................................................................................. 70
Record a phrase ............................................................................................... 71
Part IV   Sequencer................................................................................................ 73
Outline of the Sequencer .................................................................................. 73
Sequencer parts................................................................................................ 76
Easy Record ..................................................................................................... 77
Realtime Record ............................................................................................... 78
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Sequencer Play ................................................................................................. 81
Naming.............................................................................................................. 83
Panel Write ....................................................................................................... 83
Song Select....................................................................................................... 84
Punch Record ................................................................................................... 84
Step Record ...................................................................................................... 86
Track Assign ..................................................................................................... 91
Quantize............................................................................................................ 92
Song Clear ........................................................................................................ 93
Track Clear ....................................................................................................... 93
Note Edit ........................................................................................................... 94
Drum Edit .......................................................................................................... 95
Copy and paste the recorded data .................................................................... 97
Changing the note position etc. of the recorded data ..................................... 101
SD Audio Synchro (KN2600) .......................................................................... 103
Part V   Composer................................................................................................ 104
Outline of the Composer ................................................................................. 104
Simple recording method ................................................................................ 106
Create a completely new rhythm .................................................................... 106
Chord Modify Change ..................................................................................... 109
Part Setting ..................................................................................................... 110
Playback ......................................................................................................... 111
Step Record .................................................................................................... 111
Measure Edit ................................................................................................... 112
Pattern Copy ................................................................................................... 115
Part VI   Disk Drive (KN2400)............................................................................ 117
Outline of the Disk Drive function.................................................................... 117
Outline of the procedure ................................................................................. 119
Loading data ................................................................................................... 120
Direct Play....................................................................................................... 122
Song Medley ................................................................................................... 124
Saving data ..................................................................................................... 125
Disk management ........................................................................................... 128
Set the automatic display when a disk is inserted .......................................... 130
Part VII   SD Card (KN2600)............................................................................... 131
Outline of the SD card..................................................................................... 131
Loading data ................................................................................................... 133
SD-Audio Play................................................................................................. 136
SD-Sound Play ............................................................................................... 137
Playlist............................................................................................................. 138
SD Song Medley ............................................................................................. 139
Saving Data .................................................................................................... 140
Create an album of your favorite songs .......................................................... 143
SD card management ..................................................................................... 144
Set the priority of displays ............................................................................... 145
Part VIII   Sound.................................................................................................... 146
Outline of the Sound ....................................................................................... 146
Part Setting ..................................................................................................... 147
Mixer ............................................................................................................... 150
Master Tuning ................................................................................................. 152
Key Scaling ..................................................................................................... 152
Sound Load Option ......................................................................................... 153
APC Reverb Setting ........................................................................................ 154
Part IX   Reverb & Effect..................................................................................... 155
Outline of the Reverb & Effect ........................................................................ 155
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Tone Control ................................................................................................... 156
Part X   Sound Edit............................................................................................... 157
Outline of the Sound Edit ................................................................................ 157
Easy Edit ......................................................................................................... 158
Tone Edit......................................................................................................... 159
Pitch Edit ......................................................................................................... 162
Filter Edit ......................................................................................................... 163
Amplitude Edit ................................................................................................. 165
LFO Edit .......................................................................................................... 167
Effect Edit........................................................................................................ 168
Controller Edit ................................................................................................. 169
Store the new sound ....................................................................................... 169
Part XI   Control..................................................................................................... 171
Outline of Control functions............................................................................. 171
Overall Touch Sensitivity ................................................................................ 172
Foot Controllers .............................................................................................. 172
Part XII   Customize............................................................................................. 174
Outline of Customize functions ....................................................................... 174
Display Time Out ............................................................................................ 175
Data Protection ............................................................................................... 176
MIDI Setting Load Option................................................................................ 176
Part XII   MIDI......................................................................................................... 177
What is MIDI? ................................................................................................. 177
Outline of MIDI functions ................................................................................. 179
Part Setting ..................................................................................................... 180
Control Messages ........................................................................................... 181
Realtime Messages ........................................................................................ 181
Common Setting ............................................................................................. 182
Mode Setting ................................................................................................... 183
Input/output Setting ......................................................................................... 183
MIDI Presets ................................................................................................... 184
Computer Connection ..................................................................................... 185
Initialize...................................................................................................................... 186
About the performance data.................................................................................... 187
Separately sold options........................................................................................... 187
Terminals................................................................................................................... 188
Symptoms which appear to be signs of trouble.................................................... 189
Error messages......................................................................................................... 191
Index.......................................................................................................................... 193
Specifications........................................................................................................... 195

 Supplied accessories
please check the supplied accessories.
□ Music stand
□ CD-ROM
□ AC cord
□ SD Card (KN2600)
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Controls and functions (KN2400)
1
46
5
123
21234
DEMO
PITCH BEND
MAIN VOLUME
SOUND ARRANGER
RHYTHM GROUPAUTO PLAY CHORD
AUTO SETTINGFADE
IN OUT
FILL IN
12INTRO & ENDING
SEQUENCER
RESETCOUNT
INTRO
BANK
VARIATION STOP
MUSIC STYLE
ARRANGER
SETOFF/ON
POPROCKDANCE POPBALLAD
SPLIT
POINTMODE
CHORD FINDER
OFF/ON
MAX
UP
DOWN
MINSOLO
SIMPLE
BEATDANCE
CLUBTRAD &
WALTZUSA
JAZZ &
SWINGBALLROOM
& SHOWLATIN &
WORLDMEMORY
LOAD
ONE TOUCH
PLAYCONTRAST FAVORITESOTHER
PARTS/TRMUTE
TEMPO/    PROGRAM
MUSIC STYLIST
PERFORMANCE PADS
POWER
OFF ON
PITCH BEND
The PITCH BEND wheel allows 
a “sliding” change in the pitch.
(Refer to page 45.)PERFORMANCE PADS
Add various phrases to your 
performance with the pad 
buttons. (Refer to page 67.) RHYTHM GROUP
Various rhythm patterns are 
available for each rhythm group. 
(Refer to page 49.)AUTO PLAY CHORD
Add an automatic accompaniment 
to your selected rhythm.
(Refer to page 52.)
FADE IN/OUT
Begin your song with a slowly 
increasing volume, or end it by 
having the sound slowly fade away. 
(Refer to page 57.) ONE TOUCH  PLAY
Sounds and effects matching the selected rhythm 
are automatically set. (Refer to page 60.) MUSIC STYLIST
You can choose to have 
all the settings of this 
instrument automatically 
set. (Refer to page 60.)
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