If it does, there is likely a connection between that section of the power supply and the cable that runs from the transformer to the instrument. Your external power cord might have an external transformer. If both of those connections are solid and the wall socket being used has power, then you’ve eliminated the most common oversights. Put your hands on it to make sure that the connection is stable. Don’t just look to see if it is connected. If the socket is working and the plug is inserted securely, check to make sure that the pin connection at the piano is secure. You should also make sure that the outlet that you are using has power. When you’re trying to run your keyboard on external power, and it won’t turn on, make sure that the plug is secure in the wall socket. The A/C adapted for your digital piano has at least two points of contact that you need to check, but depending on the make and model, there might be more. That’s precisely why it is so often overlooked. It seems simple and obvious-because it is. Just like checking the cells, suggesting this step to someone else who has issues will likely be met with rolling eyes and sighs.
This step is the result of dead batteries when you are trying to run the electric piano on external power.
This article will focus on finding common problems when your digital piano won’t start and offer tips on how to fix the ones that are easy enough to do yourself. More machines and more connections mean more things that could potentially be the source of the issue. Things get even more complicated if you are using an external speaker, running through a soundboard, or using your keyboard as a MIDI controller. Some of which have fast, simple solutions, while some don’t.
Each scenario points to a particular set of problems. Does the keyboard not turn on at all when you flip the switch? Or, is there power but no sound? Maybe the piano will play sounds from a sample bank, but it isn’t getting a signal from the keyboard. Even if you don’t need it when you’re at home in the practice studio, things are different when nerves, people, and strange surroundings come into play at a gig.ĭiagnosing the problem involves taking note of what is actually going on. For the gigging musician, a pre-made checklist can make a huge difference. It might seem like overkill to take such a disciplined approach to problem-solving, but hard-earned experience often teaches us that you’re never too old, wise, or experienced to make silly and simple mistakes. If you do that, you might eliminate a long list of potential issues that would take time to investigate if you just start at the beginning of your troubleshooting checklist. The first step in troubleshooting any issue with your digital piano is to take some time to accurately diagnose the problem. Once you have a copy, either virtual or hard copy, store it in someplace where it will be safe and accessible. If you don’t have the original to hand, you can usually find a copy online or contact the manufacturer directly. You don’t have to commit it to memory just browse it carefully enough to understand what you will and won’t find there and where to go when you need information on a problem. The best advice that we can give anyone who purchases a digital piano is to spend some time getting to know the owner’s manual. These 14 steps will provide a framework you can work through and help reduce costly service and repair calls. If your digital piano won’t turn on, it is best to start with the basics to find the problem and proceed step by step until you either identify the source or eliminate all the potential causes that can be tested. Knowing how to troubleshoot electrical issues is an essential part of getting to know your electric piano.
Whether you’re new to playing a digital piano or a seasoned pro who uses it regularly to play gigs, you need to know that when you flip the power switch, your instrument will turn on and make some sound.