Attaching the Band
When playing this instrument for long periods of time, the saliva
in your mouth may drip out of the mouthpiece and get into the
gaps of this instrument such as the performance keys, switches
and so on. To prevent malfunction due to this, attach the
included band so that saliva does not drip down.
Selecting the Power Source
The AE-20 can operate on batteries or on the included AC adaptor.
When using batteries
This allows approximately 6 hours of playing.
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Insert six Ni-MH batteries (AA).
* Battery life can vary depending on the
specifications of the batteries, capacity of the
batteries, and the conditions of use.
* When the batteries run low, the power LED
(orange) blinks. Replace the battery as soon as
possible.
* When turning the unit over, be careful so as to
protect the buttons and knobs from damage.
Also, handle the unit carefully; do not drop it.
* If you handle batteries improperly, you risk explosion and fluid
leakage. Make sure that you carefully observe all of the items
related to batteries that are listed in “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and
“IMPORTANT NOTES” (leaflet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and Owner’s
When using AC adaptor
You can play without being concerned about how much battery
power you have left.
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Connect the included AC adaptor as shown in the
illustration.
* Use the cord hook to secure the cord of the AC adaptor as shown
in the illustration.
to outlet
AC Adaptor
cord hook
Pull the cord hook down
and run the cable through
it.
NOTE
This unit cannot charge batteries that are installed in it, even if it is connected by an AC adaptor that’s plugged into an AC outlet.
Use a commercially available charger to charge the batteries.
Connecting Headphones or External Speakers
* To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn off all the units before making any connections.
Headphones
PHONES jack
OUTPUT jack
Mono output
Set the Output Mode to
“Mono”
Stereo output
Set the Output Mode to
“Stereo”
external speakers
(amplified speakers)
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For details about Output Mode, refer to “Parameter Guide” (PDF).
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