Specifications

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Chapter
Getting Started
This chapter describes instructions for connecting with your Disklavier piano and other
preparation.
The Disklavier control unit can be connected to several models of the Yamaha Disklavier pianos, however,
connections and setup procedures vary depending on the piano model. Check the model number on the
existing control unit and find your piano model following the descriptions below before connecting.
Note:
The model number of the control unit is on the upper part of the display.
Models to be Replaced with the Disklavier Control Unit
If you are using the piano listed below, replace the existing control unit with the Disklavier control unit.
For details on connections and setup, see Chapter 2 “Getting Started – Replacing the Existing Control Unit
with the Disklavier Control Unit” on page 8.
Note:
You can also connect the piano listed above with the Disklavier control unit using the MIDI cables. However, you cannot use Internet Direct
Connection when connected with the MIDI cables.
Models to be Connected with the MIDI Cables
If you are using the piano listed below, connect your piano to the Disklavier control unit with the MIDI
cables.
For details on connections and setup, see Chapter 2 “Getting Started – Connecting the Disklavier Control
Unit with the MIDI Cables” on page 10.
Note:
You cannot replace the control unit of the piano listed above with the Disklavier control unit.
Note:
You cannot use Internet Direct Connection on the piano listed above.
Checking the Type of Your Piano
Models Model Number on the Control Unit
Upright pianos Disklavier Mark II XG Series DKC500R, DKC500RXG, DKC500RW,
DKC500RWXG
Disklavier Mark II XG Series (MX600) DKC50R
Disklavier Mark III Series (DU1A) DKC55RCD
Grand pianos Disklavier Mark II XG Series DKC500R, DKC500RXG, DKC500RW,
DKC500RWXG
Disklavier Mark III Series Full-Function Models DKC55RCD
Disklavier Mark III Series Standard Models DKC60RCD
Disklavier Mark III Series PRO Models DKC55RCD
Disklavier Mark III Series Playback Models DKC55, DKC55CD
Models Model Number on the Control Unit
Upright pianos Disklavier Mark II Series DKC100R or built-in
Grand pianos Disklavier Mark II Series DKC100R