Korg C-720 user manual Important Safety Instructions

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

•Read these instructions.

•Keep these instructions.

•Heed all warnings.

•Follow all instructions.

•Do not use this apparatus near water.

•Mains powered apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

•Clean only with dry cloth.

•Do not block any ventilation openings, install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

•Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat reg- isters, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that pro- duce heat.

•Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or ground- ing-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obso- lete outlet. (for U.S.A. and Canada)

•Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched par- ticularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

•Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

•Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

•Turning off the power switch does not completely isolate this product from the power line so remove the plug from the socket if not using it for extended periods of time, or before cleaning. Please ensure that the mains plug or appliance couple remains readily accessible.

•Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required 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 nor- mally, or has been dropped.

•Do not install this equipment on the far position from wall out- let and/or convenience receptacle.

•Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a box for the conveyance or similar unit.

•Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magni- tude 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 mainte- nance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

THE FCC REGULATION WARNING (FOR U.S.A.)

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.

Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

CE MARK FOR EUROPEAN HARMONIZED STANDARDS

CE mark which is attached to our company’s products of AC mains operated apparatus until December 31, 1996 means it conforms to EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and CE mark Directive (93/68/EEC).

And, CE mark which is attached after January 1, 1997 means it conforms to EMC Directive (89/336/EEC), CE mark Directive (93/68/ EEC) and Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC).

Also, CE mark which is attached to our company’s products of Battery operated apparatus means it conforms to EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and CE mark Directive (93/68/EEC).

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CONSUMERS

This product has been manufactured according to strict specifications and voltage requirements that are applicable in the country in which it is intended that this product should be used. If you have purchased this product via the internet, through mail order, and/or via a telephone sale, you must verify that this product is intended to be used in the country in which you reside.

WARNING: Use of this product in any country other than that for which it is intended could be dangerous and could invalidate the manufacturer's or distributor's warranty.

Please also retain your receipt as proof of purchase otherwise your product may be disqualified from the manufacturer's or distributor's warranty.

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Contents User’s Manual Page Important Safety Instructions Data Reset Contents Introduction Main featuresTemperaments Adjustable pitchPowerful integrated amplification Two sets of headphonesPerformance button Control panelChorus Connections Amplification, connect only the L/MONO output. Do not con Connecting to external audio devicesConnecting to an external amplification system Connecting other audio devices to the C-720Turning the instrument on Using the music standBefore you begin Open the key coverListen to a specified song Adjusting the volumeUsing the headphones Listening to the DemoBefore you begin Listening to the Demo GrandPiano 4/4 Playing a single sound Single modeWhen you turn the instrument on, it is in Single mode Basic functionsPlaying two sounds at the same time Layer mode Choosing a different split point Entering the Split modeExit from the Split mode Selecting a different Left soundTransposing Using the pedalsTranspose +02 semitones Changing the brillianceTurning the effects on/off Press the Transpose button to show the Transpose dis- playPerformance Button Bank Using performancesChoosing performances Perf.01 4/4 Split&LayrChanging the sounds assigned to a performance Editing a performancePiano&Str Ac. Bass Tempo and time signature display Starting and stopping the metronome, adjusting the tempoAdjusting the tempo MetronomeMetro TS/Tempo Choosing a time signatureDrum patterns Press the Exit button to return to the MainSelecting the accent Adjusting the metronome levelAdjusting the drum pattern’s reverb Saving the metronome settingsAfter you press the Song button, the Song Play page appears Accessing the Song Play modeHow to select a song Playing back a songAfter having selected a song, you can play it back How to start playbackStarting from a different measure AlbumSongBook 01-Prelude Prelude 1 M--- 4/4Muting/unmuting a recorder’s part Changing the song’s tempoPlay along with the song Turning the Cycle Play off Cycle PlayEntering Record mode with an existing user song Quick recording procedureEntering the Record mode Entering Record mode with a new, blank songSelecting sounds Setting the record options Recording with the metronome Setting the time signature and tempoRecording Recording with no metronomeRecordUntitled M--- 4/4 Second-pass recordingChanging sounds to a recorded song RecordUntitled M099 4/4Pedal Punch recording Record Mode Pedal PunchRecord Mode Pnc S001 E001 Changing tempo to a recorded songBy choosing a different song By choosing the Save Song commandSaving the song By choosing to record a new songPlay mode, whose use has been seen above see Cycle Play on Setting Cycle PlayEditing a song Erasing a trackQuantize Q1/16 Exec? Cutting measures at the end of the songQuantizing the song Cut Measures From 99 Exec?Choose a transposition value in semitones Transposing the songDeleting the song Saving the song after editingEditing a song Saving the song after editing Saving a sound Accessing the Sound edit modeExit from the Sound edit mode Editing sounds and performancesPress the +/YES button to go to the Save To Performance Press +/YES to confirm, -/NO to cancelSaving a performance After editing a soundAfter editing a performance Setting the volumeAdjusting the panning Use this page to set each sound’s volumePress Scroll again to select the Reverb On/Off pa- rameter Adjusting the effectsSetting the reverb effect C-720 is equipped with three types of effectsUse the +/YES and -/NO buttons to select a different effect Setting the chorus or modulation effectSetting the insert effects If you are in Layer or Split mode, press ScrollTo select the L Layer/Left parameter Setting the octave transpositionIFX Wet/Dry MW099 LD020 Octave +02 L+00Programming the pedals Adjusting the fine tuneSubScale Sw MOn LOff Selecting a scaleSubScale Type Kirnberger With the M Main parameter selectedReset Snd/Prf Exec? Resetting the current sound and performanceExit from the Global edit mode Global settingsTouch settings Accessing Global editMaster tuning Default split pointBrilliance Pedal 3 Glob Sound Pedal 2 Glob Sound Pedal 1 Glob Sound Assigning functions to the pedalsUse the +/YES and -/NO button to choose the mute level Quarter Tone SubScale realtime programmingFast Play Mute LevelTurning the keyboard on or off Local Control Midi ClockMidi in Channels Button to show the Midi OUT Channels Midi OUT ChannelsPress the Scroll Button to move the cursor to Channel again Midi in Ch Ch01 Tr01Midi Filters Data transfer via the USB portTus of the selected filter Erase Song Prelude Exec? Folder ContentErasing songs from the User Song album On a Mac Drag the Korg SSD icon over the Eject iconYou can see the operating system’s version number while General ResetGeneral Reset Exec? Yes/No System version numberMidi connections What is MIDI?What is Midi Over USB? What can you do with MIDI?Standard Midi settings Using the C-720 as a multitimbral tone generatorProgram Change Control Change Control Change enable/disablePlease note before use Installing the Korg USB Midi DriverConnecting the C-720 to a personal computer Korg USB-MIDI Driver system requirementsWindows Installing the Korg USB-MIDI Driver Mac OS X Installing Korg USB-MIDI DriverDriver’s ports Assembling the stand By inserting the four bolts on the front of the pedal Assembling procedureFor assembly Fasten the two pieces using two screws aAssembling the stand Assembling procedure Assembling the stand Assembling procedure Remove Left Speaker Right Speaker Pedals Check after assembly DisassemblyScrew loosening Appendix SoundsVar Name CC32 Osc Description Drum Kits Selected only by Drum Patterns or via Midi Var. Name CC 0 CC32 PC* Osc. DescriptionPerformances Btn Name Sounds / Timbres Mode Remarks BankReverb Description / Beschreibung Chorus EffectsSongs Album SongBook Title ComposerAlbum Classics Title Composer Page Error messages Troubleshooting Problem Possible remedyPolyphony Specifications 720 Technical specificationsRPN LSB, MSB Midi Implementation ChartPage Page Korg Italy 2006. All rights reserved

C-720 specifications

The Korg C-720 is a sophisticated digital piano that embodies the pinnacle of modern musical technology and artistry. Designed to meet the needs of both aspiring musicians and seasoned professionals, the C-720 combines exceptional sound quality, advanced features, and an elegant design.

At the heart of the C-720 is Korg's Enhanced Piano Sounds technology, which provides a rich and authentic sound experience. The instrument boasts a comprehensive selection of meticulously sampled grand pianos, electric pianos, and other keyboard instruments. Each sound has been crafted using advanced sampling techniques that capture the nuance and character of the original instruments. The C-720 also features Korg's Dynamic Touch technology, allowing for responsive playing that adapts to the touch of the performer, enabling subtle expression through dynamics.

One of the standout features of the C-720 is its Natural Weighted Hammer Action (NH) keyboard. This keyboard action delivers the genuine feel of an acoustic piano, with weighted keys that respond appropriately to both soft and powerful playing. Coupled with the sound engine, this results in a performance experience that closely mimics traditional pianos.

Additionally, the C-720 is equipped with a sophisticated digital effects processor. This processor includes a variety of effects such as reverb, chorus, and delay, which can enhance the overall sound and provide depth to performances. The vast array of customizable settings allows musicians to craft their unique soundscapes, whether they are performing in a live setting or recording in a studio.

Connectivity options are ample in the C-720, with MIDI in/out slots for interfacing with other instruments and computers, as well as USB connectivity. This allows for easy integration into music production environments, making it a versatile choice for modern musicians. The built-in speakers deliver a full-bodied audio experience, while headphone outputs provide for private practice.

The Korg C-720 also includes a range of onboard features such as metronome, recording and playback functions, and various built-in music styles, providing musicians with tools to enhance their practice and performance. Its elegant design, available in classic wood finishes, ensures that it will be a beautiful addition to any music room or stage setup.

Overall, the Korg C-720 is a powerful and sophisticated digital piano that caters to the demands of today's musicians, combining traditional playing feel with cutting-edge technology and features.
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