Question:
How can adjust the fine tuning of the SP76/88/X?

Answer:

To fine tune the SP76/88/X:

1. 1. Press Play/Edit.

1. 1. Press Column Select until neither of the Parameter-column LEDs are lit. This is the Global Edit column/menu.(note: You will notice that the two zone LEDs above the Edit button will be lit.)

1. 1. Press the Row Select button to select “Tuning”.

1. 1. Then use the Yes or No buttons, or the numeric Entry Keys plus Enter to change the screen value.You can tune the SP76/88/X up or down one semi-tone, in one cent increments. (There are 100 cents per half step.)

1. Press Play/Edit to exit out of Global mode and return to Play mode.

Note: When you power up each time, the tuning will be set back to 0 cents.

TIP: If desired, the Tune settings can be saved long term such that it is retained across power cycles. See the “Saving Global Parameters
” tutorial for details.

Question:
When I press the Ribbons on the SP76/88/X, nothing happens. What is wrong?

Answer:

A problem exists because the Stage Piano’s own internal sounds do not respond to a number of MIDI controller messages (discussed on pg. 1-2 of the owner’s manual).

Ribbon A is assigned by default to Pitch Bend. But the SP itself does NOT respond to pitch bend messages. So you can use the ribbon to send pitch bend to an external synth, but not the SP.

Ribbon B is divided into two parts, upper and lower.

The lower part of Ribbon B is assigned by default to controller #10 (Pan). Again, the SP does not respond to controller #10, so this would have no effect on the SP’s own sounds but could be used to control an external device.

The upper part of Ribbon B is assigned by default to controller #1 (Mod Wheel). The SP can respond to controller #1, and some of the preset programs do respond, while others do not. Check out the Rock Organ programs – moving your finger up the ribbon will change the speed of the rotary speaker effect. And in the case of String programs, the ribbon will change the timbre of the strings. In the Piano & Strings and Electric Piano and Strings, the ribbon will control the String volume.

Question:
How can I save changes i make to the parameters in the Global menu?

Answer:

Changes made to the Global menu parameters are not automatically stored across power cycles unless they are specifically stored into memory.

Here’s how:

1. 1. Press Column Select until neither of the Parameter-column LEDs are lit. This is the Global Edit column/menu.(note: You will notice that the two zone LEDs above the Edit button will be lit.)

1. 1. Press the Store button.

1. 1. The display will ask: “Gbl SA?” (i.e. “Global Save?”).

1. 1. Press Up arrow (Yes) or Store to complete the save; press Down arrow (No) or Cancel to abandon it.The display will flicker briefly while the global parameters are stored into the EEPROM memory then will change back to the value of the current Global parameter.

1. Press Play/Edit to exit out of Global mode and return to Play mode.

Question:
How can I transpose the SP76/88/X?

Answer:

To Transpose the SP76/88/X:

1. 1. Press Play/Edit.

1. 1. Press Column Select until the Left Column LED is lit.

1. 1. Press Row Select until Transpose is selected (LED solid – NOT flashing).

1. 1. Change the transposition to the desired amount, using the Yes or No buttons, or the numeric entry buttons plus Enter.Each number increment/decrement equals one half step. For instance setting the transpose to 2 would give you D when you play a C. Set it to 12 to transpose up an octave. If you want to transpose down instead of up, set the value to a negative number. You can use the +/- button to choose a negative number when using the numeric entry method.

1. Press Play/Edit to exit out of Edit mode and return to Play mode.

Note the “…” on screen. This tells you things are still in an “edited” state but otherwise you can operate normally from there. If you press Play/Edit once more, you are right back on the Transpose parameter where you can change it again need be. When you power up each time, things are set back to 0 transpose.

Question:
What pedals can I use with my Kurzweil instrument?

Answer:

Switch Pedals

A foot switch pedal from any manufacturer is compatible with our keyboards. Japanese pedals are wired in reverse polarity from American pedals. But all our products check the pedal polarity on power up and reverse themselves if needed, so as long as the pedal is plugged in before you turn on the unit, any pedal will work (be certain to not step on the pedal during power up as this can interfere with the auto-calibration).

In addition, some keyboards use mono jacks for each switch pedal input, whereas other keyboards use a single stereo jack for two pedals.

The PC3 Series, K2 Series, K1 series, PC2 Series, SP2 Series, SP5, PC88, and KME61 use mono jacks for each pedal. The standard single pedal available from Kurzweil is the KP-1.

The SP4, SPS4-8, PC1, SP3X, SP76/88 Series, Rumour/Mangler, Mark ProOneiS, Mark ProTwoiS, RG Series, and Troubador use a single stereo jack for dual pedal units (not sold by Kurzweil). It is still possible to plug a single, mono plug pedal into these units but you will only have access to one of the pedals. If the pedal is plugged in all the way, it will be the Left pedal, and if the plug is pulled out slightly, it will be the right pedal. A stereo (M) to dual-mono (F) “Y” adapter can also be employed to permit the use of two, single pedals.

Continuous Controller Pedals

Our keyboards require a pedal with a TRS 1/4″ connector and 10k linear potentiometer. Most manufacturers EXCEPT Yamaha and Korg make pedals with the same specifications and should work. Yamaha and Korg pedals typically use an exponential potentiometer and therefore will not work correctly. The CC-1 pedal is available from Kurzweil. You can order a pedal through your “local Kurzweil dealer.

CC-1 Wiring Spec

The Control Pedal must be wired to a single stereo (TRS) 1/4″ plug as follows:

• Wiper to tip connection of 1/4″ plug
• Top end of resistance element to Ring connection
• Bottom end of resistance to Sleeve connection

Question:
When I press the Ribbons on the SP76/88/X, nothing happens. What is wrong?

Answer:

A problem exists because the Stage Piano’s own internal sounds do not respond to a number of MIDI controller messages (discussed on pg. 1-2 of the owner’s manual).

Ribbon A is assigned by default to Pitch Bend. But the SP itself does NOT respond to pitch bend messages. So you can use the ribbon to send pitch bend to an external synth, but not the SP.

Ribbon B is divided into two parts, upper and lower.

The lower part of Ribbon B is assigned by default to controller #10 (Pan). Again, the SP does not respond to controller #10, so this would have no effect on the SP’s own sounds but could be used to control an external device.

The upper part of Ribbon B is assigned by default to controller #1 (Mod Wheel). The SP can respond to controller #1, and some of the preset programs do respond, while others do not. Check out the Rock Organ programs – moving your finger up the ribbon will change the speed of the rotary speaker effect. And in the case of String programs, the ribbon will change the timbre of the strings. In the Piano & Strings and Electric Piano and Strings, the ribbon will control the String volume.

Question:
How can adjust the fine tuning of the SP76/88/X?

Answer:

To fine tune the SP76/88/X:

1. 1. Press Play/Edit.

1. 1. Press Column Select until neither of the Parameter-column LEDs are lit. This is the Global Edit column/menu.(note: You will notice that the two zone LEDs above the Edit button will be lit.)

1. 1. Press the Row Select button to select “Tuning”.

1. 1. Then use the Yes or No buttons, or the numeric Entry Keys plus Enter to change the screen value.You can tune the SP76/88/X up or down one semi-tone, in one cent increments. (There are 100 cents per half step.)

1. Press Play/Edit to exit out of Global mode and return to Play mode.

Note: When you power up each time, the tuning will be set back to 0 cents.

TIP: If desired, the Tune settings can be saved long term such that it is retained across power cycles. See the “Saving Global Parameters
” tutorial for details.

Question:
How can I save changes i make to the parameters in the Global menu?

Answer:

Changes made to the Global menu parameters are not automatically stored across power cycles unless they are specifically stored into memory.

Here’s how:

1. 1. Press Column Select until neither of the Parameter-column LEDs are lit. This is the Global Edit column/menu.(note: You will notice that the two zone LEDs above the Edit button will be lit.)

1. 1. Press the Store button.

1. 1. The display will ask: “Gbl SA?” (i.e. “Global Save?”).

1. 1. Press Up arrow (Yes) or Store to complete the save; press Down arrow (No) or Cancel to abandon it.The display will flicker briefly while the global parameters are stored into the EEPROM memory then will change back to the value of the current Global parameter.

1. Press Play/Edit to exit out of Global mode and return to Play mode.

Question:
How can I restore my SP76/SP88/SP88X to its factory defaults?

Answer:

Caution: Hard resetting will erase all user memory! Need be, save any custom programming via sys-ex dump before proceeding.

SP76/88/88x Series Hard Reset Procedure:(from page 7-6 in the manual)

1. turn power off. Hold down the two “PANIC” buttons. (“COLUMN SELECT” AND “ROW SELECT”). Turn the unit back on. When LED’S have flashed twice, release the “PANIC” buttons.
2. the display should read “PLC.” Press “ROW SELECT” (the right panic button) one time.
3. the display should now read “CPU.” Press the “COLUMN SELECT” button (the left panic button) one time.
4. the display should flicker then show “rON.” Press “ROW SELECT” five times until the display reads “1n1”.
5. Press “COLUMN SELECT” one time.
6. press the up arrow (yes) once.
7. the display should show “PAS.” Turn the unit off/on – it is now reset.

If the above methods do not successfully restore your unit’s normal operation it will likely be time to take the unit to an “authorized Kurzweil service center for repairs.

Question:
When I press the Ribbons on the SP76/88/X, nothing happens. What is wrong?

Answer:

A problem exists because the Stage Piano’s own internal sounds do not respond to a number of MIDI controller messages (discussed on pg. 1-2 of the owner’s manual).

Ribbon A is assigned by default to Pitch Bend. But the SP itself does NOT respond to pitch bend messages. So you can use the ribbon to send pitch bend to an external synth, but not the SP.

Ribbon B is divided into two parts, upper and lower.

The lower part of Ribbon B is assigned by default to controller #10 (Pan). Again, the SP does not respond to controller #10, so this would have no effect on the SP’s own sounds but could be used to control an external device.

The upper part of Ribbon B is assigned by default to controller #1 (Mod Wheel). The SP can respond to controller #1, and some of the preset programs do respond, while others do not. Check out the Rock Organ programs – moving your finger up the ribbon will change the speed of the rotary speaker effect. And in the case of String programs, the ribbon will change the timbre of the strings. In the Piano & Strings and Electric Piano and Strings, the ribbon will control the String volume.