VEVOR BD-663 Digital Piano User Manual

Introduction

This document is the user manual for the VEVOR BD-663 Digital Piano. It provides comprehensive instructions on operation, features, and maintenance.

Important: Please read all instructions carefully before operating the electronic keyboard. VEVOR reserves the right to interpret this user manual. The appearance of the product is subject to the received item. VEVOR may update technology or software without prior notice.

Product Image

A visual representation of the VEVOR BD-663 Digital Piano, featuring a keyboard with numerous keys, control buttons, a digital display, and an integrated music sheet stand.

Included Accessories

• Power cord * 1
• Microphone * 1
• Music sheet stand * 1
• Music sheet clip * 1
• Earphones * 1
• Piano sticker * 1

Control Panel and Ports

Control Panel Layout

The control panel features a variety of buttons and selectors for operating the keyboard. The main controls are numbered 1 through 23:

• 1 POWER: Turns the keyboard on and off. Enters sleep mode after 2 minutes of inactivity.
• 2 Number Selection: 0-9 keys for selecting tones, rhythms, etc. Also includes (+) and (-) keys for sequential selection.
• 3 VOLUME+/-: Adjusts the main volume level (00-15).
• 4 TEMPO+/-: Adjusts the tempo speed.
• 5 TRANSPOSE+/-: Adjusts the key tonality (semitone by semitone).
• 6 RHYTHM VOL+/-: Adjusts the rhythm volume level (1-16).
• 7 DEMO: Plays demo songs, can loop or select next song.
• 8 SYNC: Enters synchronization mode for rhythm playback.
• 9 SINGLE: Enables single-finger chord accompaniment in rhythm/general mode.
• 10 FINGER: Enables multi-finger chord accompaniment in rhythm/general mode.
• 11 FILL-IN: Inserts a 1-4 beat interval into the current rhythm.
• 12 START/STOP: Starts or stops rhythm playback; exits other modes.
• 13 PROG: Enters programming mode for recording drum sounds.
• 14 RECORD: Enters recording mode to record notes or drum sounds.
• 15 PLAY: Plays recorded drum sounds (in PROG mode) or recorded notes (in RECORD mode).
• 16 KEY DRUM: Assigns percussion instrument tones to keys.
• 17 DUAL KEY: Activates dual keyboard function, splitting the keyboard into two sections with adjustable main tones.
• 18 Metronome: Activates the metronome with adjustable beat variations (1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4).
• 19 TONE: Selects different instrument tones.
• 20 RHYTHM: Selects different rhythm patterns.
• 21 LESSON: Accesses teaching modes (OKON and FOLLOW).
• 22 SUSTAIN: Activates or deactivates the sustain function for extended notes.
• 23 VIBRATO: Activates or deactivates the vibrato effect.

Ports

The keyboard features several input and output ports:

• Power: For connecting the power adapter.
• Audio output (earphone): For connecting headphones or external speakers.
• Microphone: For connecting a microphone.
• Audio input: For connecting external audio sources.

Operation Guide

Detailed instructions for each control:

1. POWER

Turn on the power to play. The keyboard enters sleep mode after 2 minutes of inactivity and can be resumed by pressing any key.

2. Number Selection

Use the 0-9 keys for selection. Hold (+) or (-) for continuous adjustment. Default is tone mode. If the selected number exceeds available options, the original value is kept.

3. VOLUME+/-

Press to increase/decrease volume by one level. Hold to speed up. Pressing both simultaneously restores the default volume (level 13). Volume ranges from 00 to 15 (16 levels).

4. TEMPO+/-

Use to speed up or slow down the tempo.

5. TRANSPOSE+/-

Press to move up or down a semitone, adjusting tonality. Pressing both simultaneously restores the default tone "C".

6. RHYTHM VOL+/-

Controls rhythm volume (1-16 levels). Default is 12. Holding both (+) and (-) restores the default value.

7. DEMO

Press to play the next demo song, looping automatically. Pressing again selects the next song. The digital display enters demo song selection mode. Pressing a tone selection key temporarily switches to tone selection mode before returning to demo mode after 3 seconds.

8. SYNC

Enter synchronization mode. Press SYNC before playing a rhythm, then press the first 19 keys to play the selected rhythm. While rhythm is playing, press SYNC to enter synchronous mode and stop playback.

9. SINGLE

Works in rhythm and general mode. Press SINGLE and then keys C2~F3# for single-finger chord accompaniment.

10. FINGER

Works in rhythm and general mode. Press FINGER, then keys C2~F3#, and play multi-fingered for chord accompaniment. Not pressing multi-fingered will not play chord rhythm.

11. FILL-IN

Inserts a 1-4 beat interval into the current rhythm.

12. START/STOP

Starts rhythm directly. In other modes (teaching, recording, etc.), it exits the current mode.

13. PROG (Programming)

Enter programming mode with a default speed of 120. Records drum sounds; other notes will play but not record. Max record number is 32. Press PLAY to hear recorded drum sounds. Each press erases last memory and re-enters programming mode. Last memory is erased upon exiting programming mode. Keys function as keyboard drums.

14. RECORD

Enter recording mode. Press any key or drum key to start recording. Max recordings: 85. Press PLAY anytime during recording to play back. Each press erases last memory and re-enters recording mode. Last memory is erased upon exiting recording mode.

15. PLAY

In PROG mode: Plays recorded drum sound and repeats. In RECORD mode: Plays recorded notes with the selected tone. No action if no value was previously recorded.

16. KEY DRUM

Assigns percussion instrument tones to corresponding keys.

17. DUAL KEY

Turns dual keyboard function on/off. When on, C3~B4 plays as C4~B5, and C5~C8 plays as C4~C7. Use Number Selection to change the main tone for C4~C7 keys.

18. Metronome

Cycles through beat variations: 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, stop. Default metronome value is 120.

19. TONE

Select instrument tones using Number Selection (0-9 keys or +/-).

20. RHYTHM

Select rhythm patterns using Number Selection (0-9 keys or +/-).

21. LESSON

• OKON: One-key teaching mode. Keyboard plays demo songs; user presses any key to play the melody. Background sound repeats a stanza if the melody doesn't progress. Can continue teaching the same song.
• FOLLOW: Follow-play teaching mode. Keyboard plays demo songs; user must press corresponding keys shown on the digital tube to continue. Background sound repeats a stanza. Can continue teaching the same song.

(Number Selection can be used to select other demo songs for teaching.)

22. SUSTAIN

Turns the sustain function on/off, providing an extension effect to notes.

23. VIBRATO

Turns the vibrato function on/off, adding a vibrato effect to notes.

Appendices

Appendix A: Tone Color CRT

A comprehensive list of available instrument tones:

Appendix B: Rhythm of Appendix 2 (CRT)

A comprehensive list of available rhythm patterns:

Appendix C: The Demonstration Table

A list of demo songs available on the keyboard:

Safety and Maintenance

Battery Handling

WARNING:

• Do not attempt to disassemble or short-circuit the battery.
• Do not expose or burn the battery in fire.
• Do not mix new and old batteries or different types of batteries.
• Do not charge the battery.
• Ensure positive (+) and negative (-) poles are correctly installed.
• Remove batteries if the keyboard will not be used for a long time.

Exception Handling

WARNING: In case of exceptions like fuming or overheating:

1. Power off the keyboard.
2. Unplug the adaptor from the power socket.
3. Contact your local dealer.

Note: It is normal for the AC adaptor to get hot during prolonged use; this does not indicate a malfunction. Power off and restart the keyboard if experiencing functional problems.

Battery Installation

1. Remove the battery cover by unscrewing it.
2. Insert 4 "AA" 1.5V batteries, ensuring correct positive (+) and negative (-) orientation.
3. Replace and secure the battery cover.

General Care

This product contains electronic components and should not be exposed to liquids or used in damp environments.

For daily cleaning, dust-proof maintenance is recommended. Surface stains can be wiped with a soft, clean cloth.