GB - USER’S MANUAL ................................................................ 2

F - MANUEL D’UTILISATION ....................................................16

D - BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG .................................................. 30

E - INSTRUCCIONES DE USO .................................................. 44

I - MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI .................................................. 58

GUARANTEE-GARANTIE-GARANTIE-GARANTIA-GARANZIA ........76

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1.TECHNICAL CARACTERISTICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22. INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

MUSIC-STAND . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3POWER SUPPLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

MAINS SUPPLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3BATTERY SUPPLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

BONTEMPI OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33. CONTROL PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44. SOCKETS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45. DIRECTIONS ON THE KEYBOARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

THE RHYTHM INSTRUMENTS OF THE MANUAL DRUM . . .5LETTERS ON THE LEFT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5DJ STYLE SECTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5THE DICTIONARY CHORDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

6.THE DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57. HOW TO USE THE KEYBOARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

SWITCH ON AND SWITCH OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6DEMO – CHOSEN EXCERPT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6VOLUMES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6SONGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6THE SOUNDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7THE TRANSPOSER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7THE PIANO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7THE METRONOME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7THE KEYBOARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8THE SOUNDS OF THE LEFT PART OR LOWER . . . . . . . . . . . .8THE STYLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8TEMPO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8INTRO / ENDING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9KEY START/FILL IN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9KEY START/FILL IN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

MIDI IN OFF/ON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9ARRANGER OFF / ON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

INDEXSPLIT/FULL KEYB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9EASY CHORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9FREE CHORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9MEMORY OFF/ON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9ALARM ON/OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10MEDLEY ON / OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10DICTIONARY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10SPLIT 19 or SPLIT 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10REVERB ON/OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10SUSTAIN ON/OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10RESET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10MANUAL DRUM ON / OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

SEQUENCER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10MAESTRO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11DISPLAY DIRECTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111ST LEVEL:TEMPO OF THE TUNE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112ND LEVEL:THE NOTES OF THE MELODY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113RD LEVEL:THE SONG MELODY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124TH LEVEL:THE SONG CHORDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125TH LEVEL:ACCOMPANIMENT WITH ORCHESTRA. . . . . . . . .12USING THE NUMBERS AND LETTERS ON THE KEYBOARD .12

9. MAINTENANCE AND REMARKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

10.TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

11. CONNECTION TO A PERSONAL COMPUTER . . . . . . . .14

12. FREE MUSICAL SOFTWARE DOWNLOADABLE FROM INTERNET .15

13. DETAILED MIDI IMPLEMENTATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

14. SONGS LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

15.ACCOMPANIMENT SOUNDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

16. SOUNDS LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

17. STYLES LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

18. DICTIONARY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

19. GUARANTEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

TECHNICAL CARACTERISTICSControls:Volume of Accompaniment,ARRANGER ON/OFF, Split19 / 24, Full Keyb./Split General controls: ON/OFF, Master Volume, Select, Easy Play,Style, Song, SoundDICTIONARY: Chord dictionary on the displayDEMO: Demo songSONGS: 32 pre-recorded songs with Medley ON/OFFMAESTRO: 5 learning levelsAMPLIFICATION: Stereo 2+2 watt (RMS)Two high efficiency Ø100 mm speakersPOWER: 8 x 1,5 Volt IEC R14/C batteriesAC/DC Adapter – Input Vdc= 12 V / I = 500 mA PHONES/AUX-OUT: Output for headphones and externalamplification.USB-MIDI: Computer connection point for data receiptand transmissionDIMENSIONS: (918 x 320 x 105) mmWEIGHT: 4,4 Kg

KEYBOARD: 61 professional keys (C-C)POLYPHONY: maximum 16 notes DISPLAY: LCD 80 x 40 mmBASIC SOUNDS: 100 polyphonic tonesTRANSPOSER: range +/– 6 semitonesPIANO: immediate selection of the piano toneSOUNDS FOR ACCOMPANIMENT: 6 polyphonic tonesEFFECTS: REVERB and SUSTAINSTYLES: 64 rhythmsDJ STYLES: 6 styles with 13 effectsControls: START/STOP, DOWN BEAT,TEMPO +/–,KEY START/FILL IN, INTRO/ENDINGMETRONOME: with immediate controlMANUAL DRUM: 36 rhythm percussions on the keyboard, with25 effectsSEQUENCER: RECORD and PLAY to record and listenAUTOMATIC ACCOMPANIMENT: Free Chord, Easy Chord

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MUSIC-STAND Insert the music-stand in the special holes located on the back-side of the keyboard.

POWER SUPPLYThis electronic keyboard can function with mains or battery.

MAINS SUPPLYThe instrument can besupplied by the AC/DC“AD 177” (Vdc =12V/ I = 500mA) positivecentral adapter con-forms to national and international safety regulations coveringelectrical appliances.

RECOMMENDATIONS: The socket (1) for the adapter plugmust be easily accessible. Inserting the plug into the socket atthe back of the instrument automatically cuts off supply fromthe batteries. Ensure that the adapter is sufficiently ventilatedand that the ventilation slits are not covered with objects suchas newpapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not expose theadapter to drops or splashes of water.

WARNING:All batteries or transformers with safety insulationmust be checked regularly for faults in cable, wire, or plug insu-lation or other parts.

BATTERY SUPPLYThis instrument works with eight 1.5V IEC R14/C batteries(not supplied) which areinserted in the housing at thebottom.To open press on the part ofthe lid marked OPEN. Fitthe batteries as shown at thebottom of the housing.

ADVICE ON USING THE BATTERIES• Take worn batteries out.• Avoid using batteries of different types at the same time.• Do not use combinations of new and worn batteries.• Do not shortcircuit the power supply terminals.

INTRODUCTION WASTE DISPOSAL STANDARDSFor information regarding the disposal of the items mentionedhere below, please refer to Council Administration office regar-ding specialised waste collection centres.

1. DISPOSAL OF BATTERIESProtect the environment by disposing of bat-teries in the special containers provided forthis use.

2 - PACKAGING DISPOSALTake the paper, cardboard and corrugated board to the appro-priate waste collection centres. Plastic material must be placedin the relevant collection containers.The symbols indicating the various types of plastic are:

Key for the different types of plastic materials:PET= Polyethylene terephtalatePE= Polyethylene, code 02 for PE-HD, 04 for PE-LDPVC=Polyvinyl chloridePP= PolypropylenePS= Polystyrene, Polystyrene foamO= Other polymers (ABS, Laminates, etc.)

3 - WASTE DISPOSAL OF USED ELECTRICAL AND ELEC-TRONIC APPLIANCESAll articles displaying this symbol on the body, packa-ging or instruction manual of same, must not bethrown away into normal disposal bins but broughtto specialised waste disposal centres. Here, the various mate-rials will be divided by characteristics and recycled, thus makingan important contribution to environmental protection.

INSTRUMENT IDENTIFICATIONAlways quote the serialnumber on the bottom ofthe keyboard in any corre-spondence.

BONTEMPI OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

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DJ STYLE – Enables the DJ STYLE rhythm with the “com-plex harmonies” and effects on the right side of the key-board..

INTRO/ENDING – Prepares a musical intro or plays anending when the rhythm is on.

KEY START/FILL IN – Allows rhythm to be enabled bypressing one or more keys or enables changes while rhythmis on.

PAUSE/CONTINUE – Allows you to interrupt the perfor-mance and start again from the same point.

START/STOP-PLAY/STOP – Starts/Stops a rhythm styleor a song.

STYLES – Selects the rhythm styles.

SONGS – Selects the pre-recorded songs.

SOUNDS – Selects the right-hand sound.

TRANSPOSER +/– - Allows pitch of notes to be changed.

SEQUENCER RECORD – Records what is being played.

SEQUENCER PLAY – Plays what has been recorded.

ON/OFF – Turns the instrument on and off.

VOLUME MASTER – Selects the master volume.

VOLUME ACCOMP. – Selects the accompaniment volume.

TEMPO +/– - Sets the tempo for style performance, songsor metronome.

SELECT 0-9 and +/– - Selects functions, rhythms, songsand sounds.

EASY PLAY – Depending on the style, selects right-handand left-hand tone, the best tempo for the performance andsets the FREE CHORD setting on the keyboard. In the 32songs, it selects the sound and the tempo connected to thesongs.

METRONOME – Switches on and off the metronome beat.

PIANO – Enables PIANO tone and identification of chordsacross the whole keyboard.

MAESTRO – Enters the 5 levels learning mode.

DEMO SONG – Plays the demo song.

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SOCKETSPHONES / AUX-OUT – Socket for headphones and Hi-Fi;output impedance 150 Ohm – To play without disturbingand/or being disturbed, you can use a stereo headphone.Whenthe cable is inserted the speaker is automatically excluded andall sections of the keyboard can be heard in the headphone.Thesocket also allows an additional stereo amplifier, a recorder,etc. to be connected.Warning: only connect stereo cables to the “PHONES/ AUX-OUT” socket.USB-MIDI – Point for connecting the keyboard to a compu-ter with the cable supplied.

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1) Indicates the nameof sounds, rhythmstyles, volumes andother functions.

2) Indicates the selec-tion for the tone ofthe left side of thekeyboard or Lower.

3) Shows the selectionof the sound.

4) Indication of“Intro”, ”Ending”,”KeyStart” controlsfor the rhythmstyle.

5) Indication of enabled SEQUENCER: “Record” or“Play”.

6) Indication of active automatic accompaniment.7) Indicates “PIANO” function is active.8) Indicates “DJ STYLE” function is active.

9) Indicates “TRANS-POSER” is active(transposition highor low).

10) Metronome icon,shows beat tempo.

11) Indicates the tempoof the rhythm style,of the song or ofthe metronome.

12) 61 key keyboard sho-wing notes that arepressed or that haveto be pressed if inMAESTRO mode.

13) Indication of Split point (19 or 24).14) Indication of the identified chord and EASYCHORD

function.15) Pentagram with notes displayed.16) Indicates an octave higher for the last 5 keys.

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The rhythm instruments of the MANUAL DRUMWhen the MANUAL DRUM function is active, each key corresponds to a percussion instrument, and the DJ STYLE characteristiceffects are activated in the right part.

Letters on the leftIndicate the basic note for the name of the chord.

Numbers on the right Indicate the keys to press to perform the melody with the simplified musical scores.

DJ STYLE sectionsThe DJ CHORD is on the left side of the keyboard and is used to play the tonality.The DJ LOOP is in the centre and is used toplay the complex harmonies.The DJ STYLE characteristic effects are on the right side.

The DICTIONARY chordsWhen function 78 DICTIONARY is enabled, the display shows name and composition of chords.

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SWITCH ON AND SWITCH OFFMove on and off to switch the instrument on and off. The switch is at the backof the instrument. When turned on, the keyboard is set to operate with theSTAGE P. sound, the Pop Hit rhythm and the song La Cucaracha.

DEMO SONG – Chosen excerpt Switching on the DEMO SONG button, a melody that will emphasise the charac-teristics of the keyboard will play. To turn off the melody press the DEMO SONGbutton.

VOLUMESTo regulate the volume of the instrument you must use buttons MASTER VOLU-ME + (to turn up) or MASTER VOLUME – (to turn down). By holding the but-ton pressed down, the variation becomes continuous.To restore the standard volume press both MASTER VOLUME + and MASTERVOLUME – buttons together.

SONGSThe instrument contains 32 classic repertoire songs.To select the songs, enter a three digit number according to the SONGS list.

Example: for song 003 Jingle Bells,• press the SONGS button (light on);• enter SELECT, 0, 0, 3 on the numerical keyboard;• press the PLAY/STOP button to start or stop the musical performance.

When a song is being played, you can immediately listen to other songs by entering the number of the song you have chosen or byusing the SELECT “– / +” buttons.

The PAUSE/CONTINUE button allows you to interrupt the performance and start again from the same point.

The EASY PLAY control sets the melody of the song and the standard TEMPO on the keyboard.

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THE SOUNDSThe keyboard features 100 sounds divided into 7 families (e.g. 067-077 STRINGS).They are selected when the SOUNDS button is on by entering a three digit number between 001 and 100 of the SOUNDS listyou will find at the end of this Instructions Manual.

Example: for VIOLIN type in number 067 (0, 6, 7 with the SELECT keyboard.) If the display shows “Disable”, this means an incorrect number has been typed in.Sounds can be selected also by using the SELECT “+ / –” buttons.

IMPORTANT:With some sounds you might notice a slight difference of volume or sound quality when playing them in different areas of the key-board.This is an inevitable consequence of multiple sampling and not a technical problem.

The TRANSPOSERThe TRANSPOSER +/– controls shift the whole keyboard tonality by +/– 6 semitones.By pressing one of the two buttons, the display temporarily shows the current value.The TRANSPOSER variation is always indicated on the display by the “< Tr “ or “ Tr > “ signs.By simultaneously pressing the “+/–“ buttons of TRANSPOSER, you will return to the standard00 value.

The PIANOWith the PIANO button, the PIANO sound and the chord identifier will be immediately enabled on the whole keyboard.

The METRONOME The metronome helps you to learn the music, giving the beat during musical exercises and simulatingthe traditional time-marking instrument.It can be turned on and off with the METRONOME button.To change the tempo, use the “TEMPO+/–“ buttons. To set the volume, press the STYLES or SONGS button and use the VOLUMEACCOMP. +/– button.

Chart of general BEATS for the METRONOME.

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067 Violin068 Violoncello069 Strings070 Slow Strings071 Crazy Strings072 Sweet Strings073 Chamber074 Viole

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THE KEYBOARDIt has 61 professional pace keys and can be used in the following ways:

1.When simply turned on, one single sound is enabled over the whole keyboard, together with the chord identifier.

2.The keyboard can be divided into two sections: one dedicated to accompaniment to form chords (keys on the left) and the otherone to play the melody (keys on the right).

It is possible to set the point where the keyboard will be divided into two modes:a. by entering 79, the display indicates “Spl it 19”; thismeans that the left part of the keyboard goes from the firstto the nineteenth key.b. by entering 80, the display indicates “Spl it 24”; thismeans that the left part of the keyboard goes from the firstto the twenty-fourth key.

The keyboard on the dis-play shows the divisionpoint with an arrow.

Chords can be played in the FREE CHORD mode, which means in the traditional way, or in the EASY CHORD mode, whichmeans in the simplified mode (see the EASY CHORD paragraph).

THE SOUNDS OF THE LEFT PART OR LOWER When the rhythm is still, type in a number between 85 and 90 to select the ACCOMPANIMENT sounds.To set the volume of the accompaniment section, usethe VOLUME ACCOMP. + / – buttons;The display shows “Acc Vol” and the value of thevolume. By keeping the button pressed, the variationwill continue.To return to the standard volume, simultaneouslypress the + and – buttons of the VOLUME ACCOMP.

THE STYLESThe keyboard has 70 rhythmic styles enriched by automatic accompaniments and completed by drums.They are sub-divided into 8 families (e.g. 033-040 SWING) , seethe list at the end of this Instructions Manual.To select them press the STYLES button and then a 3 digit figu-re from the STYLES list.Example: to select Shuffle rhythm, digit number 039 (0, 3,and 9).You can also select rhythms using buttons “+ / –” of SELECT.To start or to stop a rhythm press the START/STOP button.

To increase or decrease the speed of the song press the two buttons TEMPO + and TEMPO – .By holding the button pressed down, the variation becomes continuous.To go back to standard rhythm press buttons TEMPO + and TEMPO – together.

The metronome icon of the display shows the musical quarters and the beginning of every beat ormeasure. When a rhythm is on function and you select a new style this latter starts at the end of theprevious rhythm pattern. To adjust the volume of the accompaniment section, use the VOLUMEACCOMP. + / – buttons.The display will show “Acc. Vol .” with the value of the volume. By hol-ding the button pressed down, the variation becomes continuous. To restore the standard volumepress together buttons VOLUME ACCOMP. + and VOLUME ACCOMP. –.

TEMPOThe “ + / – ” TEMPO buttons can be used to set the tempo of the rhythm or of a song.

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INTRO / ENDINGWhen a rhythm is stopped, by pressing the INTRO button the display will show “Intro” and a rhythm style ispredisposed, and a preliminary music sequence will then starts when you press the START / STOP or KEYSTART buttons.When a rhythm is on, by pressing the ENDING button, a final musical sequence stars.

KEY START / FILL INWhen a rhythm is on function and you press the FILL IN button you produce a rhythmic variation of the drums.The KEY START function can be switched on when the rhythm is not playing; the display shows “Key Start”.If the keyboard is split, you can activate the rhythm by playing a chord in the left part of the keyboard.If it is not split, play a chord including at least three keys anywhere on the keyboard.

DJ STYLEThe DJ STYLE control activates the DJ effects in the last 25 keys on the keyboard, a DJ rhythm style and particularcomplex harmonies.The keyboard splits automatically into three sectors: playing a key on the left side, select thetonality and the rhythm automatically starts, in the centre of the keyboard “complex harmonies” can be played andon the right side DJ Style characteristic effects can be played.They are selected by pressing the DJ STYLES but-ton and then a number from 065 to 070. (See STYLES list at the end of this manual).

FUNCTIONS

Midi in Off / OnDeactivates or reactivates the MIDI data input coming from other equipment. It can beactivated or deactivated with number 70 Midi in Off/On (it is normally active).

Arranger Off / OnWhen a rhythm is functioning it starts or stops the arrangement of the rhythm.To stop or start press number 71 Arranger Off/On (usually on).

Split /Full Keyb.To split the keyboard with two sounds or set a single sound.Number 72 activates Full Keyb, i.e. a single sound on the entire keyboard, or Split with the keyboard split to use two differentsounds.

Easy ChordThis function allows you to compose chords on the left side of thekeyboard with the simplified mode:one key will provide a major chord, two keys a minor chord andthree keys a dominant 7th chord.To start press number 73 Easy Chord; the display shows “EasyChord”.The fundamental note of the chord (the most important one andthe one that gives the name to the chord) is represented by the key pressed on the far left. For example, by pressing simultaneouslyC, D and E, you will get a C7 dominant chord.

Free ChordChords are played in the traditional way and all the main chords are identified.Standard setting is active.To start press number 74 Free Chord; the display shows “Free Ch 74”.EASY PLAY enables Free Chord automatically.The FREE CHORD mode works across the whole keyboard too when FULL KEYBOARD is on.The display shows the name of the chord in the Anglo-Saxon notation.

Memory Off / OnWith a rhythm running, the played chord remains memorized even if the key is released.It is deactivated and activated by typing number 75 Memory Off/On. It is normally active.

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Alarm On / OffThis function activates or deactivates the acoustic alarm (“Save Power Alarm” device) which signals that the keyboard has not beenused for more than two minutes. It can be activated or deactivated with number 76 Alarm Off/On (it is normally active).

Medley On / OffThis function allows you to listen to all the songs one after the other, starting with the one you selected. It can be enabled or dis-abled by entering 77 Medley Song On/Off. It is normally active.

DictionaryThe DICTIONARY function shows the name of a chord, the notes that it includes on the pentagram and the keys required to com-pose the chord on the display. (See table at the end of this manual).It can be enabled by entering 78; the display shows “Dict ionary”. By pressing a key within the first two octaves on the left, youcan choose the basic tonality C, D, E, F, G,A or B with the corresponding “ ” (flats) or “ ” (sharps) and the kind of chord in the lastoctave on the right.

Split 19 or Split 24It is possible to set the point where the keyboard will be divided in two ways:

a. by entering 79, the display indicates “Spl it 19”; this means that the left side of the keyboard goes from the first to the nine-teenth key.b. by entering 80, the display indicates “Spl it 24”; this means that the left side of the keyboard goes from the first to the twenty-fourth key.

The keyboard on the display shows the division point with an arrow.Chords can be played in the FREE CHORD mode, which means in the traditional way, or in the EASY CHORD mode, which meansin the simplified mode (see the EASY CHORD paragraph).

Reverb on / offThis creates an effect as if you were playing music in an large empty room.To switch on digit number 81 REVERB ON, and to switch off digit number 82 REVERB OFF.

Sustain on / offThis prolongs the sound of a note after the key is released.To switch on, digit number 83 SUSTAIN ON, and to switch off number 84 SUSTAIN OFF.

ResetResets all the standard functions of the switch-on. It is enabled with number 99 Reset.

MANUAL DRUM ON / OFFThe MANUAL DRUM allows you to play rhythm patterns using the keys indicated with the percussion instrument symbols.

This function is activated by pressing the SOUNDS key and typing in number 101 MANUAL DRUM ON/OFF. To adjust thevolume of the rhythmic instruments, use ACCOMP. VOLUME.The rhythm elements come out of the right or left speaker, with a stereophonic mix.

SEQUENCERThe sequencer section allows you to record and listen to everything you play.

It can be enabled by pressing the RECORD button.The display shows “Rec seq”to show that the Sequencer is active.Press RECORD again to stop recording and then press PLAY to listen to what hasbeen recorded.

Press PLAY again to stop listening. You can memorize up to 120 events.

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When the memory is full, the display temporarily shows “Ful l” and the “Record” sign vanishes.

After a recording session, while PLAYis active, variations made on the control panel can alter recorded events.Recorded data is memorised as long as the keyboard is switched on. If nothing has been recorded in the Sequencer, by pressing PLAYthe display will temporarily show “Empty”.

MAESTRO The MAESTRO section helps you in the music learning process just as if a real musical teacher were there with you, teaching you fivefundamental aspects:

1.Tempo 2. Notes 3. Melody 4. Chords 5.Accompaniment

DISPLAY DIRECTIONS Press a key on the keyboard, e.g. number “8”.The display shows which key you are pressing andthe relative note will be shown on the pentagram.

1st level:Tempo of the song At the 1st level, you can become familiar with the melody notes and learn the tempo of the song.=== How to do it:After having chosen a tune, select level 1 first by pressing the MAESTRO button and then, when thedisplay shows Level ? , number 1 on the numerical keyboard SELECT.Use the control PLAY/STOP to start and stop the performance.When the introduction touches are complete try playing the melody by pressing one or more keys andkeeping time with the orchestra.During your performance, the display will show the correct notes of the melody.The accompanimentwill automatically follow you.You can quicken or slow down the tempo by using the TEMPO + / – buttons.You will be able to change tune by pressing the corresponding button on the SONGS list. If you wishto listen to the whole song, press PLAY/STOP, then press SONG and then PLAY/STOP again.

2nd level:The Notes of the melodyWhen you are able to keep time you can try the 2nd level, which means playing the correct keys to perform the correct melody.=== How to do it:After having chosen a tune, select the 2nd level by pressing the MAESTRO button and then number 2 on the numerical keyboardSELECT. Use the control PLAY/STOP to start and stop the performance.When the introduction touches are complete try playing the melody; this time you will have to press the correct buttons for the otherones not to play.The display will help by showing you the correct melody keys in advance.The accompaniment will automatically follow your performance.

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Scripted using thesimplified method

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3rd level:The song MelodyThis time the accompaniment will play normally, without waiting for you.This means you will have to perform the melody with theright keys while keeping time, or else the song will sound out of tune.=== How to do it: After having chosen a song, select the 3rd level by pressing the MAESTRO button and then the number 3 on thenumerical keyboard SELECT. Use the control PLAY/STOP to start and stop the performance.When the introduction touchesa-re complete try playing the melody of the song.The display will help by showing notes and keys for the melody.

4th level:The song ChordsAt this level the song will be played with the rhythm section and the melody; you will be able to play the accompaniment chords usingthe left side of the keyboard.If you do not play the right chord, the rhythm part will keep on going with the last chord and the melody will stop.=== How to do it: After having chosen a song, select the 4th level by pressing the MAESTRO button and then number 4 on thenumerical keyboard SELECT. Use the control PLAY/STOP to start and stop the performance.When the introduction touches are complete play the first chord and then the others, following the directions shown on the display.If you play a wrong chord, the melody will not play, and if you play it at the wrong time, accompaniment and melody willbe out of tempo.To make the first lessons easier, try slowing the tempo of the song, using the TEMPO + / – button.The display will help by showing the name of the chord, the keys and the notes on the pentagram in advance.There are two ways of playing chords:• Free Chord for playing chords in the traditional way. • Easy Chord for playing simplified chords.To choose the desired mode, see the “FUNCTIONS” paragraph.

5th level:Accompaniment with orchestraAt this level the song will be played with the drums rhythm section together with the melody and you will be able to playthe accompaniment. Rhythm and melody will keep going so you will have to play the right chord in time, or else it will beout of tune.=== How to do it: After having chosen a song, select the 5th level by pressing the MAESTRO button and then the number 5 on thenumerical keyboard SELECT. Use the control PLAY/STOP to start and stop the performance.To start the complete accompaniment, play the first chord following the directions shown on the display.The display will help by showing the name of the chord, the keys and the notes on the pentagram.There are two ways of playing chords:• Free Chord for playing chords in the traditional way. • Easy Chord for playing simplified chords.To choose the desired mode, see the “FUNCTIONS” paragraph.

USING THE NUMBERS AND LETTERS ON THE KEYBOARDTo play the tune, read the numerical sequence contained in the blue songs strip (grey in this explanation) and press the black andwhite keys that correspond to the same numbers on the keyboard.The letters beneath the continuous blue line (grey in this explanation) indicate the accompaniment chords that can be playedusing the simplified mode (the line to the right indicates how long the chord should be held).N.B.: In the scores, including the MUSIC BOOK ones, the numbers above the blue band (grey in this explanation) show which chords should be playedusing the 6 CHORD PROGRAM keys present in other keyboards models.

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When using electrical products, basic precautions must be fol-lowed, including the following:

1. Read all the instructions before using the product.2. When the product is used by children, supervision by an

adult is advised.3. Do not use the product near water, for example near a

bath tub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or near a swimming pooletc., or in a wet or humid basement.

4. When connecting to the mains supplyensure that:

a) your hands are not wet (to avoid electric shocks);

b) do not pull on the cable.5. This product, either by itself, or when connected to an

external amplifier and headphones or speakers, is capableof producing sound levels that can cause damage to hea-ring. Do not operate it for a long period of time at highvolume levels or in any case at an uncomfortable volumelevel.

6. The product should be positionedso that it’s location will provide ade-quate ventilation.

7. The product should be positionedaway from heat sources such asradiators, heaters or other productsthat produce heat.

8. This product should only be connected to a power supplyof the voltage corresponding to that shown on the label onthe instrument using an AC/DC adaptor.This label, contai-ning all electrical data, relevant warning messages and theinstrument identification data, can be found on the under-side of the product.

9. If the product is not used for long periods, the AC/DCadaptor should be unplugged from mains.

10. The adaptor must be connected directly to the mainssupply without any other plugs.

11. Do not obstruct the air entry points ofthe feeder with objects such as cur-tains, cloths, etc.

12. Do not place sticky or adhesive objects on the keyboard,such as burning candles.

13. Care should be taken to avoid foreign objects falling into orliquid being splilt into the inside of the instrument throughany of the slots or openings in the case.

14. Ensure that the adapter is sufficiently ventilated and thatthe ventilation slits are not covered with objects such asnewpapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc..

15. Do not expose the adapter to drops or splashes of water.16. This product should be referred to an approved service

centre when: a) It has been exposed to rain. b) It appearsto operate incorrectly or shows a marked change in per-formance. c) It has been dropped or if the case has beendamaged. d) Objects have fallen into the instrument orliquid has been spilt into or over it. e) The AC/DC adaptorhas been damaged.

17. Never attempt to repair your instrument yourself. Anyoperation should be referred to authorized personnel,otherwise the guarantee will be declared void.

18. Do not use alcohol, solvents or similar chemical substancesfor cleaning. Use a soft cloth dampened in a bland solutionof water and neutral detergent. Dip the cloth in the solu-tion and then wring it until it is nearly dry.

MAINTENANCE AND REMARKS

• Keep this manual for future reference. •

PROBLEMIt does not switch on

No sound when the keyboard is played.

The automatic accompaniment does not play.

No sound is produced when the MIDI data are reproducedfrom a computer.

Reproduction on the keyboard produces an unnatural soundwhen the keyboard is connected to a computer.

When a mobile phone is used you can hear a noise.

No sound is produced even when the keyboard is played orreproducing a song.

The sound of the voice changes from note to note.

Any other anomalies.

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SOLUTIONProblem with the power supply.Connect the adaptor correctly. Ensure that the battery poles (+/-) are facing the correctdirection, and control that the batteries are charged.

The volume is set at a level that is too low.Use the VOLUME MASTER keys to raise the volume.

The accompaniment volume is set at 0.Use the VOLUME ACCOMP. keys to raise the volume.

The USB-MIDI cable is not connected properly.Connect the USB-MIDI cable properly.

The MIDI THRU function of the computer is activated.Deactivate the MIDI THRU function of the computer.

The use of a mobile phone near to the computer may cause interference.To prevent thisproblem, switch the mobile phone off or use it at a distance from the keyboard.

Control that the headphones are not connected to the PHONES/OUTPUT socket ofthe rear panel.When headphones are connected to this socket, no sound is trans-mitted.

The method of sound generation uses multiple recordings (samples) of one instrumenton the whole extension of the keyboard. It is therefore normal that the sound of the voicediffers slightly from note to note.

Switch off and then switch back on after a few seconds

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What is MIDI?The acronym MIDI is the abbreviation of "Musical Instrument Digital Interface" and represents a standard for the transmission of datavia cables between an electronic musical instrument and a personal computer or another electronic musical instrument.

The Midi system

This keyboard adopts the Midi system, a standard which allows users to receive or send data in MIDI format to a personal compu-ter or to another keyboard without compatibility problems between musical instruments of different brands.

The TK628 keyboard is equipped with a USB-MIDI plug for connection to the personal computer.

The connection takes place using the cable supplied as shown in the figure:

Minimum system requirementsPersonal computer with Pentium 3 800Mhz processor equipped with USB plug.Windows XP or later operating system.

Procedure for connection to the computerPrior to connecting the keyboard, make sure that the computer is switched on and the keyboard switched off.Carry out the connection with the cable supplied. Switch on the instrument.After a few seconds, a series of messages will appear on the computer:

At this point, the keyboard is correctly connected and recognised by the computer.

Note:The recognition of the keyboard by the computer takes places during the first connection; in subsequent connection no mes-sage will appear. Only the characteristic sound produced by the computer to indicate the insertion of a USB device will be heard..

Attention:• If the keyboard is not recognised by the computer and a USB device not recognised error message appears, repeat the operation.

If the problem persists, check that the minimum requirements are respected.• if the operating system is later than Windows XP (Vista ...), it is necessary to download the respective drivers from the internet,

using the site www.bontempi.com.

CONNECTION OF THE KEYBOARD TO A PERSONAL COMPUTER

New hardware found New hardware found New hardware found

The new hardware has been installed and is ready for useUSB Speakers

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Reproduction of a Midi file using Windows Media Player

“Windows Media Player” is included in the Windows packet. It is a program that can read Midi files and send the notes to thekeyboard connected to the computer.

To perform a MIDI file using “Windows Media Player” follow the operations below:

• Open the “Windows Media Player” program

• In the most recent versions the program doesnot have the “Open file” option. In this case,press CTRL M (Control M).This control showsa classical menu in which the open file option isdisplayed.

• Select File | Open | nomefile.mid where “nome-file.mid can be any MIDI file (as for example thefile C:\WINDOWS\Media\fluorish.mid, presentin Windows XP can be selected) and send it tobe executed.

• To listen to the piece, press the Play (�) buttonsituated in the lower centre; Press the Stop but-ton (�) to stop it.

• The keyboard will play the selected sequence.

Usable ProgrammesIn addition to WINDOWS Media Player, many other computer programmes are commercially available.They offer the possibility toexpand the range of functions of the keyboard. Some allow the registration of pieces in Midi format. In other cases, it is possible toregister on the computer what is being played on the keyboard. Later, the piece can be replayed, and its musical score can be visua-lised or printed. It is also possible to correct errors, change sounds, etc.Many of these software programmes are also available on the Internet in Demo or Shareware format.

How to find the Midi FilesOn the Internet or in music stores, countless Midi Files can be found for modern or classical music of all kinds.They can beplayed with the keyboard, or used as an orchestral base to play a melody.Note: The Midi Files available on the Internet have sometimes been made for specific instruments. Some are Midi devisesthat do not respect the MIDI standard, others have their own specific additional functions. In such cases, it is possible thatthe musical piece will not be played with the same sounds and effects that are supposed to be used. In any event, the key-board respects the standard MIDI, and has many commonly used functions that can be seen on the map on the instrumen-t’s manual.

Attention:• If the keyboard or the computer freeze, switch off both devices and then switch on the keyboard again.• Correct operation cannot be guaranteed if the instrument is switched off or the USB cable disconnected while a MIDI applica-

tion is operational.• Leave at least 10 seconds between switching off and switching on the keyboard and between the disconnection and connection

of the USB cable.• Make sure that the Midi application is closed prior to switching off the instrument of disconnecting the USB cable. If this should

happen, close the Midi application, switch off instrument then switch it back on again and restart the Midi application.

On the www.bontempi.com site, free musical software is available, with instructions in various languages, to down-load onto your computer to record, modify and listen to MIDI musical tracks again using the keyboard.

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Midi MessageNOTE OFF NOTE ONPROGRAM CHANGECTRL 07 CTRL 10 CTRL 120 CTRL 121 CTRL 123

Description / NotesMidi channel n(0-15) - Note OFF #kk(1-127) - vv is don’t care.Midi channel n(0-15) - Note ON #kk(1-127) - Velocity vv(1-127). vv=0 means NOTE OFFProgram (patch) change. Please refer to sounds listVolume (default=100)Cc = Pan (default=64 center)All sounds offReset all controllersAll notes off

Hex code8nH kk vv 9nH kk vvCnH ppBnH 07H cc BnH 0AH ccBnH 78H 00HBnH 79H 00HBnH 7BH 00H

SONGS LIST

0001002003004005006007008009010011

LA CUCARACHAAURA LEEJINGLE BELLSHAPPY BIRTHDAYMOZART op. 40CAN CANPERFIDIACARIOCAALOUETTEROMANZE IN F op.50LA PRIMAVERA

012013014015016017018019020021022

MINUETTO (Bach)LONDON BRIDGEOH! SUSANNAMARY HAD A LITTLE LAMBTWINKLE TWINKLE LITTLE STARWHEN THE SAINTS . . . MY DARLING CLEMENTINEWALTZ FROM SWAN LAKERADETZKY MARCHJOHN BROWN'S BODYODE TO JOY

023024025026027028029030031032

FRÈRE JACQUESCIELITO LINDODANZA DELLE ORESILENT NIGHTROSE DEL SUDIL BRINDISIFASCINATIONYANKEE DOODLESANTA LUCIARONDÒ (Clementi)

DETAILED MIDI IMPLEMENTATION

ACCOMPANIMENT SOUNDS

ACCOMP. SOUNDS

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SOUNDS LIST

FAMILY SOUNDS

PIANO & PERCUSSION

001 - 030

ORGAN031 - 050

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PianoHonky TonkyGrand ElectricOctave PianoStage PianoEl PianoCool PianoSynth PianoWarm ElectricDigital PianoStage El PianoChorused ElectricElectric EnsambleWha El PianoNew AgeWood PianoTrio JazzHarpsyBaroccoVibesMarimbaXilophoneCarillonSteel DrumToy PianoWarm VibesSpace Stage VibesMaribumbaTubolar

HammondPerc OrganBlues OrganFull OrganTheatre OrganJazz OrganRing OrganWarm OrganBig PercSixty OrganGospelChurch OrganLiturgicCathedralNotre DameAccordionMusetteTango AccordionArmoniumHarmonica

FAMILY SOUNDS

GUITAR051 - 066

SYNTH091 - 100

MANUAL DRUM

WIND078 - 090

STRINGS067 - 077

051052053054055056057058059060061062063064065066067068069070071072073074075076077078079080081082083084085086087088089090091092093094095096097098099100101

Jazz GuitarSteel GuitarGuitar 12Mute GuitarClean GuitarPhasingBanjoMandolinoStage GuitarRepeat GuitarSpace SteelWha GuitarBassSynth BassPick BassHarp SinthViolinVioloncelloStringsSlow StringsCrazy StringsSweet StringsChamberVioleViole Orch.Space ViolinTremolo StringsTrumpet SaxophoneClarinetFluteOboeParadiseOboe EnsambleBrassFanfareTromboneDuo SaxophoneSaxophone Orch.Space FluteSquareSawWarm SynthPoly SynthPerc SynthEchoSound TrackTrailerEcstasyPower SynthManual Drum

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STYLES LIST

FAMILY STYLES

8-16 BEAT001 - 010

DANCE011 - 018

ROCK019 - 025

AMERICA026 - 032

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Easy BeatSoft BeatEasy GrooveMiami BeatClassic 8 BeatPop BalladCool BeatPop HitPop 16 BeatBritish Pop

DanceDance 80DiscoDisco 70TribeHouseRapGarage

New AgeRockSlow RockPop 60FunkyAcidSoul

BluesTwistRock & RollBoogieDixieCountryCountry Blues

FAMILY STYLES

SWING033 - 040

LATIN052 - 064

DJ STYLES065 - 070

TRADITIONAL041 - 051

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Big BandSwingSlow SwingFast SwingJazz TrioBep BopShuffleJazz Waltz

WaltzFolk WaltzMazurkaMarchPolkaTangoBeguineFoxtrotPaso DobleHully GullyTarantella

SambaBossa1Bossa2Cha cha chaMambo1Mambo2SalsaMerengueBachataRhumbaCalypsoCumbiaReggae

DJ TranceDJ Hip HopDJ TechnoDJ HouseDJ AcidDJ Garage

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DICTIONARY

GB- This will show you the keys to press to play chords you do not know.F - La fonction Dictionary indique les touches à presser pour jouer les accords que l’on ne connaît pas.D - Die Funktion Dictionary zeigt Ihnen an, welche Tasten Sie drücken müssen, um die Akkorde zu spielen, die Sie nicht kennen.E - La función Dictionary te indica las teclas que deben pulsarse para tocar los acordes que no conoces.I - La funzione Dictionary ti indica i tasti da premere per suonare gli accordi che non conosci.

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