max KB4 Electronic Keyboard Instruction Manual

KB4 Electronic KeyboardInstruction Manual

Congratulations to the purchase of this Max product. Please read this manual thoroughly prior to using the product in order to benefit fully from all features.

Read the manual prior to using the product. Follow the instructions in order not to invalidate the warranty. Take all precautions to avoid fire and/or electrical shock. Repairs must only be carried out by a qualified technician in order to avoid electrical shock. Keep the manual for future reference.

Prior to using the product, please ask advice from a specialist. When the unit is switched on for the first time, some smell may occur. This is normal and will disappear after a while.
The unit contains voltage carrying parts. Therefore do NOT open the housing.
Do not place metal objects or pour liquids into the product. This may cause electrical shock and malfunction.
Do not place the product near heat sources such as radiators, etc. Do not place the unit on a vibrating surface. Do not cover the ventilation holes.
The product is not suitable for continuous use.
Be careful with the mains lead and do not damage it. A faulty or damaged mains lead can cause electrical shock and malfunction.
When unplugging the product from a mains outlet, always pull the plug, never the lead.
Do not plug or unplug the unit with wet hands.
If the plug and/or the mains lead are damaged, they need to be replaced by a qualified technician.
If the product is damaged to such an extent that internal parts are visible, do NOT plug the unit into a mains outlet and DO NOT switch the product on. Contact your dealer. Do NOT connect the product to a rheostat or dimmer.
To avoid fire and shock hazard, do not expose the product to rain and moisture.
All repairs should be carried out by a qualified technician only.
Connect the product to an earthed mains outlet (220-240Vac/50Hz) protected by a 10-16A fuse.
During a thunderstorm or if the product will not be used for a longer period of time, unplug it from the mains. The rule is: Unplug it from the mains when not in use.
If the product has not been used for a longer period of time, condensation may occur. Let the unit reach roomtemperature before you switch it on. Never use the product in humid rooms or outdoors.
During operation, the housing may become hot.
To prevent accidents in companies, you must follow the applicable guide lines and follow the instructions.
Do not repeatedly switch the product on and off. This shortens the life time.
Keep the unit out of the reach of children. Do not leave the unit unattended.
Do not use cleaning sprays to clean switches. The residues of these sprays cause deposits of dust and grease. In case of malfunction, always seek advice from a specialist.
Only operate the product with clean hands.
Do not force the controls.
If the product has fallen, always have it checked by a qualified technician before you switch the product on again.
Do not use chemicals to clean the unit. They damage the varnish. Only clean the product with a dry cloth.
Keep away from electronic equipment that may cause interference.
Only use original spares for repairs, otherwise serious damage and/or dangerous radiation may occur.
Switch the product off prior to unplugging it from the mains and/or other equipment. Unplug all leads and cables prior to moving the product.
Make sure that the mains lead cannot be damaged when people walk on it. Check the mains lead before every use for damages and faults!
The mains voltage is 220-240Vac/50Hz. Check if power outlet match. If you travel, make sure that the mains voltage of the country is suitable for this product.
Keep the original packing material so that you can transport the product in safe conditions

Warnings:

This mark attracts the attention of the user to high voltages that are present inside the housing and that are of sufficient magnitude to cause a shock hazard.
This mark attracts the attention of the user to important instructions that are contained in the manual and that he should read and adhere to.

The product has been certified CE. It is prohibited to make any changes to the product. They would invalidate the CE certificate and their guarantee!

NOTE: To make sure that the unit will function normally, it must be used in rooms with a temperature between 5°C/41°F and 35°C/95°F.

Disposal: Electric products must not be put into household waste. Please bring them to a recycling centre. Ask your local authorities or your dealer about the way to proceed. The specifications are typical. The actual values can slightly change from one unit to the other. Specifications can be changed without prior notice.

Do not attempt to make any repairs yourself. This would invalid your warranty. Do not make any changes to the product. This would also invalid your warranty. The warranty is not applicable in case of accidents or damages caused by inappropriate use or disrespect of the warnings contained in this manual. Max cannot be held responsible for personal injuries caused by a disrespect of the safety recommendations and warnings. This is also applicable to all damages in whatever form.

UNPACKING INSTRUCTION

CAUTION! Immediately upon receiving the product, carefully unpack the carton, check the contents to ensure that all parts are present and have been received in good condition. Notify the shipper immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the package itself shows signs of mishandling. Save the package and all packing materials. If the product must be returned to the factory, it is important that the product is returned in the original factory box and packing.

If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after transportation), do not switch it on immediately. The arising condensation water might damage your device. Leave the device switched off until it has reached room temperature.

Supplied contents:

MAX KB4 keyboard
Power supply
Music sheet stand

POWERSUPPLY

The label on the bottom of the product indicates to what type of power supply the product must be connected. Check that the mains voltage corresponds to this, all other voltages may cause irreparable damage. The product must also be directly connected to the mains, no dimmer or adjustable power supply.

Always connect the device to a protected circuit (circuit breaker or fuse). Make sure the device has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire.

CONTROLS

SPEAKERSLoudspeakers to reproduce the sound of the music played. sound level is determined on the basis of the volume setting.
POWER ON/OFFSwitch to turn the keyboard on or off.
KEYBOARD PERCUSSIONThis Keyboard provides 61 kinds of keyboard percussions. Press [Keyboard Percussion] to turn the keyboard into percussion keyboard, and each key corresponds to one percussion instrument. Press this button again to disenable the keyboard percussion function.
TEMPOPress [Tempo +] or [Tempo -] to increase or decrease the tempo. Press the two buttons simultaneously may reset to the default value of 120 tempo/min.
ACCOM VOLUMEPress [Accomp Vol +] or [Accomp Vol -] to raise or lower the accomp volume. Press both simultaneously to reset to default value.
MASTER VOLUMEPress [Master Vol +] or [Master Vol -] to raise or lower the master volume. Press both simultaneously to reset to default value.
SYNCWhen in rhythm mode, press [SYNC]. “SYN” will show on the display. Play any key in the chord key zone (the 1st-19th key, from left) to activate the accomp rhythm.
FILL-INPress the [FILL IN] button to add an interlude to the rhythm. The fill played is determined by accompaniment rhythm selected. After the fill, the selected accompaniment rhythm will continue playing. The Fill In function can be used as often as desired.
START/STOPPress to start or stop playing selected program.
SUSTAINPress [SUSTAIN] and the sustain effect will be activated. Press this button again and the sustain effect will be disenabled.
VIBRATOPress the [VIBRATO] and the vibrato effect will be activated. Press this button again and the vibrato effect will be disenabled.
ONE-KEY TRAININGPress [ONE KEY] to enable the single key training function. Press “+”/“-” button to select the song to be learned. One key training aims at duration learning, and there is no requirement on pitch or creativeness. This mode allows for mistakes when playing the keys, but the keyboard still plays correct notes and the display will show the correct notes. After one song is finished, repeat the current song to be learned. Press [START/STOP] or press the [ONE KEY] button to disenable the training function.
FOLLOW TRAININGPress [FOLLOW] to enable the follow function. Press “+”/“-” button to select the song to be learned. With Follow training, you can learn by following the correct playing notes. The program will wait for you to play the correct note before it moves to the next one. Notes: In this mode, the Keyboard plays only the correct notes and gives no response to the wrong notes. Press [START/STOP] or press [FOLLOW] to disenable the training function.
ENSEMBLE TRAININGPress [ENSEMBLE] to enable the ensemble function. Press “+”/“-” button to select the song to be learned. The Ensemble training aims at the correct and comprehensive learning of the song duration and notes. The keynote will be shielded for ensemble and you need to play the correct note according to the correct duration of the song. If you fail to play within 3 seconds, the keyboard will automatically play the correct note. After one song is finished, repeat the current song to be learned. Press the [START/STOP] button or press [ENSEMBLE] to disenable the training function.
LCD DISPLAYDisplays current mode, notes to play, rhythm, tempo, etc.
SINGLE CHORDUnder the state that the rhythm is activated, press [SINGLE CHORD]. After “Sin” shows on the display, you can play a single chord on the keys in the chord zone of the keyboard. Press [SINGLE CHORD] again, “OFF” will appear on the display. The single chord function will be disenabled.
FINGERED CHORDIn this mode, you play the individual notes of the chord in your left hand. Under the state that the rhythm is activated, press [FINGERED CHORD]. After the “Fin” shows on the display, you can play a fingered chord on the keys in the chord zone of the keyboard. Press [FINGERED CHORD] again, “OFF” will appear on the display. The fingered chord function will be disenabled.
RECORDPress [REC] to enable the recording function, “REC” will show on the display. In this mode all played notes will be recorded. When storage is full, “FUL” will appear on the display and recording will stop automatically. Press [PLAY] to playback the recorded notes, “PLA” will show on the screen. On completion of playback, “REC” will show on the display. You can record a new rhythm, or you can press [PLAY] to playback the recorded rhythm.
PROGRAMPress [PROG] to enable the rhythm programming function, “PRG” will show on the display and the keyboard percussion function will be activated. 32 Percussions can be programmed at maximum, after that “FUL” will appear on the display and programming will stop automatically. Press [PLAY] to playback the programming rhythm. Press [START/STOP] or press [PROG] again to disenable the programming function. All recorded rhythms will be removed.
PLAYPress to playback recorded notes or rhythms.
TIMBREPress [TIMBRE] to enable the tone selection function. This keyboard provides 255 timbres (“000” to “254”) for your selection. The Tone is defaulted to be “000”, and it can be adjusted by pressing the corresponding number buttons or pressing the “+” /“-”button.
RHYTHMRhythm selection:This Keyboard provides 255 rhythms (“000” to “254”) for your selection. The rhythm is defaulted to be “000”. Press [RHYTHM] to initiate the rhythm selection function. Press the numeric keys or the “+”/“-” buttons to select other rhythms.Rhythm enabling:Press [START/STOP] to start accomp rhythm. While in enable state: Press [SYNC], “SYN” will show on the display. Play any key in the chord key zone (1st-19th key from left). The accomp rhythm will be activated. Press [START/STOP] to stop the accomp rhythm.Interlude:After the accomp rhythm is activated, press [FILL IN] to have a temporary rhythm play during the accomp rhythm.
DEMO SONGThis keyboard has 24 stored demo songs (“000” to “023”) for your selection. Press [DEMO SONG] and the demo songs will start to play in order. During playing process, press [DEMO SONG] to play the next demonstration song. Press [START/STOP] to stop playing. During the playing process, you can also press the num pad buttons or the “+”/”-” buttons to select other demonstration songs. The selected demonstration song will then play repeatedly.
NUM PADNumeric keys to enter an accurate value.
PERCUSSIONSThis Keyboard provides 8 kinds of panel percussions. Press one of eight to play the corresponding percussion. Percussion instruments can be added to enhance the atmosphere as required.
CHORD ZONEChord key zone (1st-19th key from left).

CONNECTIONS

27. AUDIO INPUTTurn off the keyboard and external audio device of choice. Connect one end of the audio cable to the INPUT port on the rear panel of the keyboard, connect the other end to the audio port of the device.

28. MICROPHONE INPUTConnect a microphone to the MIC port to sing while playing the keyboard.

29. HEADPHONES/OUTPUTWhen connecting headphones to the PHONES/OUTPUT port, the loudspeaker will be disenabled automatically. You can perform without disturbing others and other disturbing you.

30. DC 9V INPUTSocket for plugging in the supplied power

AUTO RHYTHM

Rhythm selection

This Keyboard provides 255 rhythms (“000” to “254”) for your selection. The rhythm is defaulted to be “000”. Press [RHYTHM] to initiate the rhythm selection function. Press the numeric keys or the “+”/“-” buttons to select other rhythms.

Rhythm control

Rhythm enablingPress [START/STOP] to start accomp rhythm. While in enable state: Press [SYNC], “SYN” will show on the display. Play any key in the chord key zone (1st-19th key from left). The accomp rhythm will be activated.
InterludeAfter the accomp rhythm is activated, press [FILL IN] to have a temporary rhythm play during the accomp rhythm.
Stop rhythmPress [START/STOP] to stop the accomp rhythm.

Tempo adjustment

Press [Tempo +] or [Tempo -] to increase or decrease the tempo. Press the two buttons simultaneously may reset to the default value of 120 tempo/min.

EFFECT CONTROL

Sustain function

Press [SUSTAIN] and the sustain effect will be activated. Press this button again and the sustain effect will be disenabled.

Vibrato function

Press the [VIBRATO] and the vibrato effect will be activated. Press this button again and the vibrato effect will be disenabled.

EFFECT CONTROL

Sustain function

Press [SUSTAIN] and the sustain effect will be activated. Press this button again and the sustain effect will be disenabled.

Vibrato function

Press the [VIBRATO] and the vibrato effect will be activated. Press this button again and the vibrato effect will be disenabled.

TRAINING METHODS

Training I: One key

Press [ONE KEY] to enable the single key training function. Press “+”/“-” button to select the song to be learned. One key training aims at duration learning, and there is no requirement on pitch or creativeness. This mode allows for mistakes when playing the keys, but the keyboard still plays correct notes and the display will show the correct notes. After one song is finished, repeat the current song to be learned. Press [START/STOP] or press the [ONE KEY] button to disenable the training function.

Training II: Follow

Press [FOLLOW] to enable the follow function. Press “+”/“-” button to select the song to be learned. With Follow training, you can learn by following the correct playing notes. The program will wait for you to play the correct note before it moves to the next one. Notes: In this mode, the Keyboard plays only the correct notes and gives no response to the wrong notes. Press [START/STOP] or press [FOLLOW] to disenable the training function.

Training III: Ensemble

Press [ENSEMBLE] to enable the ensemble function. Press “+”/“-” button to select the song to be learned. The Ensemble training aims at the correct and comprehensive learning of the song duration and notes. The keynote will be shielded for ensemble and you need to play the correct note according to the correct duration of the song. If you fail to play within 3 seconds, the keyboard will automatically play the correct note. After one song is finished, repeat the current song to be learned. Press the [START/STOP] button or press [ENSEMBLE] to disenable the training function.

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