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CLP-970A CLP-970AM CLP-970AC Owner's manual The voltage selector is initially shipped. To change the setting use a "minus" screwdriver to rotate the selector dial so that the correct voltage .... IMPORTANT Check your power supply Make sure that your area. In some areas a voltage selector may be provided on the bottom panel of the main keyboard unit near the power cord.
CLP-970A CLP-970AM CLP-970AC Owner's manual The voltage selector is initially shipped. To change the setting use a "minus" screwdriver to rotate the selector dial so that the correct voltage .... IMPORTANT Check your power supply Make sure that your area. In some areas a voltage selector may be provided on the bottom panel of the main keyboard unit near the power cord.
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...covered by the manufacturer's warranty, and are both the letter and the spirit of Keyboard enclosure for graphic symbol markings The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended to ... and the date of battery is /has been modified. CLP-970A/970AM/970AC Model Serial No. Please observe all foreseeable risks have been eliminated. We sincerely believe that...SUBJECT TO CHANGE: The information contained in the safety instruction section. IMPORTANT NOTICE: All Yamaha electronic products are located on this manual is properly installed and used to return the ...
...covered by the manufacturer's warranty, and are both the letter and the spirit of Keyboard enclosure for graphic symbol markings The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended to ... and the date of battery is /has been modified. CLP-970A/970AM/970AC Model Serial No. Please observe all foreseeable risks have been eliminated. We sincerely believe that...SUBJECT TO CHANGE: The information contained in the safety instruction section. IMPORTANT NOTICE: All Yamaha electronic products are located on this manual is properly installed and used to return the ...
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... the cord, place heavy objects on the instrument, and do not insert a finger or hand in the proper sequence might discolor the panel or keyboard. • Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on it, or place it . • Do not connect the instrument to an ..., immediately turn off for all connected cables. • When cleaning the instrument, use a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth. Pulling by qualified Yamaha service personnel. • Do not place the instrument against a wall (allow at least 3 cm/one-inch from the outlet when the instrument is not to...
... the cord, place heavy objects on the instrument, and do not insert a finger or hand in the proper sequence might discolor the panel or keyboard. • Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on it, or place it . • Do not connect the instrument to an ..., immediately turn off for all connected cables. • When cleaning the instrument, use a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth. Pulling by qualified Yamaha service personnel. • Do not place the instrument against a wall (allow at least 3 cm/one-inch from the outlet when the instrument is not to...
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......28 Using the pedals ...29 Adding variation to the sound [BRILLIANCE]/[REVERB]/[CHORUS 30 Transposition ... [TRANSPOSE]...32 Combining two voices (Dual mode)...33 Splitting the keyboard range and playing two different voices (Split mode 35 Using the metronome ...38 Recording Your Performance...39 Recording a New Song...39 Recording to [TRACK 1]...39...
......28 Using the pedals ...29 Adding variation to the sound [BRILLIANCE]/[REVERB]/[CHORUS 30 Transposition ... [TRANSPOSE]...32 Combining two voices (Dual mode)...33 Splitting the keyboard range and playing two different voices (Split mode 35 Using the metronome ...38 Recording Your Performance...39 Recording a New Song...39 Recording to [TRACK 1]...39...
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... MIDI receive channel (Port A) [MidiInAChannel 78 Setting the MIDI receive channel (Port B) [MidiInAChannel 79 Setting Local control on/off [LocalControl]...79 Selecting performance from the keyboard or song data for MIDI transmission [MidiOutSelect 79 Selecting a type of data received via MIDI [ReceiveParameter 79 Selecting a type of data transmitted via MIDI [TransmitParameter...
... MIDI receive channel (Port A) [MidiInAChannel 78 Setting the MIDI receive channel (Port B) [MidiInAChannel 79 Setting Local control on/off [LocalControl]...79 Selecting performance from the keyboard or song data for MIDI transmission [MidiOutSelect 79 Selecting a type of data received via MIDI [ReceiveParameter 79 Selecting a type of data transmitted via MIDI [TransmitParameter...
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Table of contents Appendix 91 Troubleshooting...92 Preset Voice List ...93 Voice Combination Examples (Dual and Split 95 CLP-970A/970AM/970AC: Keyboard Stand Assembly 96 Index...99 10 CLP-970A
Table of contents Appendix 91 Troubleshooting...92 Preset Voice List ...93 Voice Combination Examples (Dual and Split 95 CLP-970A/970AM/970AC: Keyboard Stand Assembly 96 Index...99 10 CLP-970A
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... Performance" on page 39 Saving recorded songs to the sound CHORUS]" on page 31 Practicing Muting the right- or left and right hands Splitting the keyboard range and playing two different voices (Split mode)" on page 35 Making a voice brighter and sharper, or softer and smoother BRILLIANCE]" on page 30 Adding...
... Performance" on page 39 Saving recorded songs to the sound CHORUS]" on page 31 Practicing Muting the right- or left and right hands Splitting the keyboard range and playing two different voices (Split mode)" on page 35 Making a voice brighter and sharper, or softer and smoother BRILLIANCE]" on page 30 Adding...
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... the Clavinova AUX IN [R], [L/L+R] jacks" on page 57 Connecting a computer Connecting a personal computer" on page 58 Assembling Assembling and disassembling the Clavinova CLP-970A/970AM/970AC: Keyboard Stand Assembly" on page 96 Quick solution What the Clavinova offers Application Index" on page 11 "Features" on page 14 Returning to the main screen...
... the Clavinova AUX IN [R], [L/L+R] jacks" on page 57 Connecting a computer Connecting a personal computer" on page 58 Assembling Assembling and disassembling the Clavinova CLP-970A/970AM/970AC: Keyboard Stand Assembly" on page 96 Quick solution What the Clavinova offers Application Index" on page 11 "Features" on page 14 Returning to the main screen...
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..., soft cloth (wring well). Transporting If you move to another location, you can move the unit as it to be discolored or degraded. Transport the keyboard horizontally. Do not place vinyl, plastic, or rubber products on pages 3-5. Maintenance Clean the instrument using the Clavinova, be sure to the condition when you...
..., soft cloth (wring well). Transporting If you move to another location, you can move the unit as it to be discolored or degraded. Transport the keyboard horizontally. Do not place vinyl, plastic, or rubber products on pages 3-5. Maintenance Clean the instrument using the Clavinova, be sure to the condition when you...
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...(page 58, 61) (About MIDI-page 77) Connect recording equipment (such as Yamaha's original "AWM Dynamic Stereo Sampling" tone generation technology for rich, musical voices, and a special "Graded Hammer" keyboard that add the subtle sound produced when the keys are released. PIANO/ HARPSI- The...and strings when the damper pedal is pressed, and "Keyoff Samples" that provides graded key weight and response throughout the keyboard range. Features The Yamaha Clavinova CLP-970A digital piano offers unmatched sonic realism and natural grand-piano type playability as well as a cassette tape ...
...(page 58, 61) (About MIDI-page 77) Connect recording equipment (such as Yamaha's original "AWM Dynamic Stereo Sampling" tone generation technology for rich, musical voices, and a special "Graded Hammer" keyboard that add the subtle sound produced when the keys are released. PIANO/ HARPSI- The...and strings when the damper pedal is pressed, and "Keyoff Samples" that provides graded key weight and response throughout the keyboard range. Features The Yamaha Clavinova CLP-970A digital piano offers unmatched sonic realism and natural grand-piano type playability as well as a cassette tape ...
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... can change the song tempo (speed). (page 25, 38, 40, 54) [VOICE SETTING] You can shift the pitch of the entire keyboard up or down so that the pitch will match that of the keyboard. (page 35) [OTHER SETTING] Fine-tune the touch response and pitch, etc. (page 81) CLP-970A 15
... can change the song tempo (speed). (page 25, 38, 40, 54) [VOICE SETTING] You can shift the pitch of the entire keyboard up or down so that the pitch will match that of the keyboard. (page 35) [OTHER SETTING] Fine-tune the touch response and pitch, etc. (page 81) CLP-970A 15
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...your CLP-970A is rated for the AC voltage supplied in the area in the center of the keyboard to the Clavinova. In some areas, a voltage selector may be replaced, contact your area.) Do ...NOT modify the plug provided with the CLP-970A. tor located below the left end of the main keyboard unit near the power cord. Connecting the unit to the Clavinova, a voice name appears on locale.) WARNING... to be provided to match the pin configuration of the AC wall outlets in your Yamaha dealer. In some areas a plug adaptor may be provided to match the pin configuration...
...your CLP-970A is rated for the AC voltage supplied in the area in the center of the keyboard to the Clavinova. In some areas, a voltage selector may be replaced, contact your area.) Do ...NOT modify the plug provided with the CLP-970A. tor located below the left end of the main keyboard unit near the power cord. Connecting the unit to the Clavinova, a voice name appears on locale.) WARNING... to be provided to match the pin configuration of the AC wall outlets in your Yamaha dealer. In some areas a plug adaptor may be provided to match the pin configuration...
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... one of the [PHONES] jacks. NO YES ness and darkness EXIT C D Setting the volume While playing the keyboard, adjust the volume level by turning the [CONTRAST] knob located to the right of the entire keyboard sound TIP You can plug them into either of the front panel to one pair of headphones... off. Using headphones Connect a pair of headphones to the left of these jacks.) bottom surface standard stereo phone plug PHONES TIP Optional headphones HPE-160 Yamaha headphones. 18 CLP-970A
... one of the [PHONES] jacks. NO YES ness and darkness EXIT C D Setting the volume While playing the keyboard, adjust the volume level by turning the [CONTRAST] knob located to the right of the entire keyboard sound TIP You can plug them into either of the front panel to one pair of headphones... off. Using headphones Connect a pair of headphones to the left of these jacks.) bottom surface standard stereo phone plug PHONES TIP Optional headphones HPE-160 Yamaha headphones. 18 CLP-970A
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... button to the included "50 greats for the Clavinova" that contains the scores for 50 piano preset songs. You can play the keyboard along with the preset song playback. Song select screen A B NO YES TERMINOLOGY Song: On the Clavinova, performance data is a ... a song. PIANO MALLET STRINGS VOICE SETTING VOICE REVERB CHORUS BRILLIANCE EFFECT MIDI SETTING OTHER SETTING 4 1. C D The song number appears on the keyboard. MALLET ORGAN STRINGS/ BASS CHORD CHOIR SPLIT POINT LEFT PIANO/ HARPSI/ ORGAN/ BASS E. You can change the voice playing on the display. 2....
... button to the included "50 greats for the Clavinova" that contains the scores for 50 piano preset songs. You can play the keyboard along with the preset song playback. Song select screen A B NO YES TERMINOLOGY Song: On the Clavinova, performance data is a ... a song. PIANO MALLET STRINGS VOICE SETTING VOICE REVERB CHORUS BRILLIANCE EFFECT MIDI SETTING OTHER SETTING 4 1. C D The song number appears on the keyboard. MALLET ORGAN STRINGS/ BASS CHORD CHOIR SPLIT POINT LEFT PIANO/ HARPSI/ ORGAN/ BASS E. You can change the voice playing on the display. 2....
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...playback. MALLET ORGAN STRINGS/ BASS CHORD CHOIR SPLIT POINT LEFT PIANO/ HARPSI/ ORGAN/ BASS E. Press the [START/PAUSE] button to start playing the keyboard. Turn off . 2. The right-hand part is played by [TRACK 2]. 1 CLP-970 DEMO SONG SELECT TRACK TRACK EXTRA FILE 1 2 TRACKS ...SYNCHRO START SONG C TEMPO 32 B CONTRAST NO YES EXIT D MAIN PIANO E. Pressing the buttons repeatedly toggles between playback on the keyboard. Listening to 50 Piano Preset Songs Practicing a one of the buttons to turn off playback, the corresponding button indicator turns off and...
...playback. MALLET ORGAN STRINGS/ BASS CHORD CHOIR SPLIT POINT LEFT PIANO/ HARPSI/ ORGAN/ BASS E. Press the [START/PAUSE] button to start playing the keyboard. Turn off . 2. The right-hand part is played by [TRACK 2]. 1 CLP-970 DEMO SONG SELECT TRACK TRACK EXTRA FILE 1 2 TRACKS ...SYNCHRO START SONG C TEMPO 32 B CONTRAST NO YES EXIT D MAIN PIANO E. Pressing the buttons repeatedly toggles between playback on the keyboard. Listening to 50 Piano Preset Songs Practicing a one of the buttons to turn off playback, the corresponding button indicator turns off and...
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.... 28 CLP-970A Press one of certain musical instruments. PIANO/ HARPSI- TIP You can control the loudness of a voice by how hard you play the keyboard, although different playing styles (touch sensitivities) have little or no effect with the sound of the MAIN voice group buttons (upper row). 2. MALLET ORGAN STRINGS...
.... 28 CLP-970A Press one of certain musical instruments. PIANO/ HARPSI- TIP You can control the loudness of a voice by how hard you play the keyboard, although different playing styles (touch sensitivities) have little or no effect with the sound of the MAIN voice group buttons (upper row). 2. MALLET ORGAN STRINGS...
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... into the PEDAL jack on the unit (see page 75). Also, make sure that the pedal cord is set to ON (see step 5 on the keyboard and press the sostenuto pedal while holding the note(s), the notes will sustain as long as you select Grand Piano 1, pressing the damper pedal activates...
... into the PEDAL jack on the unit (see page 75). Also, make sure that the pedal cord is set to ON (see step 5 on the keyboard and press the sostenuto pedal while holding the note(s), the notes will sustain as long as you select Grand Piano 1, pressing the damper pedal activates...
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..." (up or down in semitone intervals to facilitate playing in difficult key signatures, and to let you easily match the pitch of the keyboard to the range of playback songs, in C major, and the Clavinova will transpose it possible to shift the pitch of the entire... keyboard up one of a song. Select a type of the entire keyboard. You can play the song as if it were in addition to your own performance. Return to select Manual or Song...
..." (up or down in semitone intervals to facilitate playing in difficult key signatures, and to let you easily match the pitch of the keyboard to the range of playback songs, in C major, and the Clavinova will transpose it possible to shift the pitch of the entire... keyboard up one of a song. Select a type of the entire keyboard. You can play the song as if it were in addition to your own performance. Return to select Manual or Song...
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... (Dual mode) You can simulate a melody duet or combine two similar voices to create a thicker sound. The numbers on page 95 for examples of the keyboard. In this way, you can play mode. Enter Dual mode. CLP-970A 33 Press any MAIN voice group button. neously. Refer to select a voice.
... (Dual mode) You can simulate a melody duet or combine two similar voices to create a thicker sound. The numbers on page 95 for examples of the keyboard. In this way, you can play mode. Enter Dual mode. CLP-970A 33 Press any MAIN voice group button. neously. Refer to select a voice.
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Select a voice for the right hand. For example, you to "Voice Combination Examples (Dual and Split)" on the keyboard - PIANO/ HARPSI- A B NO YES C D 2. Select a voice for the left hand. CLP-970A 35 Refer to play a bass part using the Wood Bass or ...another with the right hand. MALLET ORGAN STRINGS/ BASS CHORD CHOIR SPLIT POINT LEFT PIANO/ HARPSI/ ORGAN/ BASS E. Selecting and Playing Voices Splitting the keyboard range and playing two different voices (Split mode) Split mode enables you can play two different voices on page 95 for examples of the LEFT...
Select a voice for the right hand. For example, you to "Voice Combination Examples (Dual and Split)" on the keyboard - PIANO/ HARPSI- A B NO YES C D 2. Select a voice for the left hand. CLP-970A 35 Refer to play a bass part using the Wood Bass or ...another with the right hand. MALLET ORGAN STRINGS/ BASS CHORD CHOIR SPLIT POINT LEFT PIANO/ HARPSI/ ORGAN/ BASS E. Selecting and Playing Voices Splitting the keyboard range and playing two different voices (Split mode) Split mode enables you can play two different voices on page 95 for examples of the LEFT...