owner's manual CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not use near water. Clean only with a soft, dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Do not place near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or any other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produces heat. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched. Only use the included attachments/accessories. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for a long period of time. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is equiredr when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. FCC STATEMENTS 1) Caution: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 2) NOTE: 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 installation. 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 communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference 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 connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 2 OWNER'S MANUAL LEGATO III DIGITAL PIANO INTRODUCTION Congratulations! You have just purchased a state-of-the-art digital piano that provides remarkable acoustic sound and feel. We recommend that you read through this owner's manual carefully, so you can get the most enjoyment from your new piano. Features: • 88-key touch-sensitive piano keyboard • 10 piano & keyboard sounds • Metronome feature with variable tempo to facilitate practice or recording • 10 Demo songs corresponding to each voice • USB MIDI connections • Stereo/mono line out jacks • Bluetooth MIDI • Music rest • Battery operation (6 x D-cell 1.5V batteries are not included) • AC Adapter • Sustain Pedal The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Williams is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. iPad is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc. BEFORE YOU GET STARTED Shipment Your piano was carefully packed at the factory, and the packaging was designed to protect the unit from rough handling. Nevertheless, we recommend that you carefully examine the packaging and its contents for any signs of physical damage that may have occurred during transit. • If the unit is damaged, notify us immediately at 1-888-241-1582. • Always use the original packing carton to prevent damage during storage or transport. • Make sure that no children are left unsupervised with the piano or its packaging. • Please ensure proper disposal of all packing materials. INITIAL OPERATION / QUICK START • Set the piano on a secure, flat surface at a comfortable height for playing. • Insert the AC adapter into the back panel. Then plug in the power cord into a 110V supply. • Plug the sustain pedal into the Sustain jack on the back panel of the piano. • Insert the supplied music rest into the two slots on the top panel. • Press the power switch on the left side of the front panel. The LED on the button will light. • NOTE: Set the volume control at minimum level when you connect the unit to power. • Press the Voice Select button for the desired voice. • Adjust the volume control. WILLIAMSPIANOS.COM 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............. 2 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS ................................. 10 INTRODUCTION ................................................. 3 Factory Reset ................................................ 10 Velocity Curves .............................................. 10 BEFORE YOU GET STARTED ............................ 3 MIDI ............................................................... 11 INITIAL QUICK START ........................................ 3 MIDI Channels ............................................... 11 Local ON/OFF ............................................... 11 TAKING CARE OF YOUR DIGITAL PIANO ........ 5 Multitimbral Mode ......................................... 11 TOP PANEL ......................................................... 6 MIDI Channel Mode ...................................... 11 BACK PANEL ....................................................... 6 MIDI Panic Reset ........................................... 11 Auto Power On/Off ....................................... 12 BOTTOM PANEL ................................................. 6 Memory Autosave ......................................... 12 DEMO SONGS ..................................................... 7 SPECIFICATIONS .............................................. 12 OPERATIONS ...................................................... 7 KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS ................................ 13 TUNING ................................................................ 8 PARAMETER VALUES ...................................... 14 MENUS AND BUTTONS ..................................... 9 WARRANTY ....................................................... 15 4 OWNER'S MANUAL LEGATO III DIGITAL PIANO TAKING CARE OF YOUR DIGITAL PIANO This Williams Legato III digital piano will supply you with years of musical enjoyment if you follow the suggestions listed below. Product Servicing This product should be serviced by qualified service personnel when: • The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged. • Liquid has been spilled into the unit or it has been exposed to rain. • The instrument does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance. • The instrument has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. • Please contact [email protected] or call 888-241-1582 for parts and service information. Handling and Transport • Never apply excessive force to the controls, connectors or other parts of the instrument. • Always unplug cables by gripping the plug firmly, not by pulling on the cable. • Disconnect all cables before moving the instrument. • Physical shocks caused by dropping, bumping, or placing heavy objects on the instrument can result in superficial or operational damage. • Carefully check the volume control before playing. Excessive volume can cause permanent hearing loss. Cleaning • Clean the cabinet and panel with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use paint thinner or petrochemical- based polishes. • To maintain the luster of the keys and buttons, wipe with a clean, lightly dampened cloth, and then polish with a soft, dry cloth. Location • To avoid deformation, discoloration, or more serious damage, do not expose the instrument to the following conditions: Direct sunlight, high temperatures, excessive humidity, excessive dust, strong vibration. • Leave enough space around the piano for proper ventilation. • This instrument contains digital circuitry and may cause or be susceptible to interference if placed too close to radio, television receivers, or mobile phones. If interference occurs, move the instrument further away from the affected equipment. • Avoid placing vinyl objects on top of the instrument, vinyl can stick to and discolor the surface. Power • Turn the power off when the instrument is not in use. • To avoid damage to the instrument and other devices to which it is connected, turn the power switches of all related devices off prior to connection or disconnection of MIDI cables. • Turn the power off if the main cable is damaged, or the instrument has been exposed to liquid. • Do not switch the unit on and off in quick succession, as this places an undue load on the electronic components. • Unplug the DC power adapter during an electrical storm. • Avoid plugging the DC power adapter into the same AC outlet as appliances with high power consumption, such as electric heaters or ovens. WILLIAMSPIANOS.COM 5 TOP PANEL Power On/Off Press the [POWER] button in the upper left corner of the front panel. The LED light in the button will stay on when the piano is on. Volume Knob Controls the overall output volume of the piano. Function Button Group Reverb Button, Chorus Button, Metronome Button, Bluetooth Button Voice Select Buttons Piano, Electric Piano, Organ, Synth, Bass Split Divides the keyboard into two zones with different voices BACK PANEL USB Input For computer connection, the USB connection supports Class Compliant MIDI Drivers to use with MIDI Sequencer applications. Sustain Input The sustain pedal will function in a similar method as an acoustic piano sustain pedal. Using this pedal will allow the piano key sounds to