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.... Detailed Settings: This section explains how to set up a Clavinova-Computer system (the manual is not written for choosing the Yamaha Clavinova CLP-970/970M/970C. Reference Booklet: XG Voice List, MIDI Data Format, etc. * The models CLP-970M and CLP-970C will be referred to as the CLP-970 in this section first. Also, a separate "Reference Booklet...
.... Detailed Settings: This section explains how to set up a Clavinova-Computer system (the manual is not written for choosing the Yamaha Clavinova CLP-970/970M/970C. Reference Booklet: XG Voice List, MIDI Data Format, etc. * The models CLP-970M and CLP-970C will be referred to as the CLP-970 in this section first. Also, a separate "Reference Booklet...
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... your application and situation 11 Handling the Floppy Disk Drive(FDD) and Floppy Disk 13 Maintenance ...14 Included Accessories ...15 Features ...16 Before Using the Clavinova...18 Key cover ...18 Music stand ...18 Turning the power on...19 Adjusting the display contrast ...20 Setting the volume ...20 Using headphones...20 Basic...]...45 Recording to the third or more tracks [EXTRA TRACKS 46 Other recording techniques...46 Adding data to or recording over an existing song 46 CLP-970 7
... your application and situation 11 Handling the Floppy Disk Drive(FDD) and Floppy Disk 13 Maintenance ...14 Included Accessories ...15 Features ...16 Before Using the Clavinova...18 Key cover ...18 Music stand ...18 Turning the power on...19 Adjusting the display contrast ...20 Setting the volume ...20 Using headphones...20 Basic...]...45 Recording to the third or more tracks [EXTRA TRACKS 46 Other recording techniques...46 Adding data to or recording over an existing song 46 CLP-970 7
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...or Split mode ...49 Saving Recorded Songs and Handling the Files...[FILE 50 Clavinova memory...50 Basic file operation...51 Saving recorded or other songs to Clavinova Storage memory...[SaveToMemory 52 Saving recorded or other songs to floppy disk...[SaveToDisk... 53 Deleting songs in Clavinova Storage memory or a floppy disk...[DeleteSong 53 Renaming a song...[RenameSong] ...54 Copying data from ... [Detune 79 Selecting the reverb type [ReverbType] ...79 Setting the reverb depth [ReverbSend]* ...79 8 CLP-970
...or Split mode ...49 Saving Recorded Songs and Handling the Files...[FILE 50 Clavinova memory...50 Basic file operation...51 Saving recorded or other songs to Clavinova Storage memory...[SaveToMemory 52 Saving recorded or other songs to floppy disk...[SaveToDisk... 53 Deleting songs in Clavinova Storage memory or a floppy disk...[DeleteSong 53 Renaming a song...[RenameSong] ...54 Copying data from ... [Detune 79 Selecting the reverb type [ReverbType] ...79 Setting the reverb depth [ReverbSend]* ...79 8 CLP-970
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... memory Saving Recorded Songs and Handling the Files...[FILE]" on page 32 Adding spread to find reference pages that may be helpful for the Clavinova" ......."Playing the 50 piano preset songs" on page 26 Listening to my recorded performance Recording to [TRACK 1]" on page 41 "Playing back a...and playing two different voices (Split mode)" on page 37 Making a voice brighter and sharper, or softer and smoother BRILLIANCE]" on page 50 CLP-970 11 Listening Listening to demo songs Listening to the Demonstration Tunes" on page 24 "Playing the 50 piano preset songs" on page 26 Listening...
... memory Saving Recorded Songs and Handling the Files...[FILE]" on page 32 Adding spread to find reference pages that may be helpful for the Clavinova" ......."Playing the 50 piano preset songs" on page 26 Listening to my recorded performance Recording to [TRACK 1]" on page 41 "Playing back a...and playing two different voices (Split mode)" on page 37 Making a voice brighter and sharper, or softer and smoother BRILLIANCE]" on page 50 CLP-970 11 Listening Listening to demo songs Listening to the Demonstration Tunes" on page 24 "Playing the 50 piano preset songs" on page 26 Listening...
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... jacks" on page 61 Outputting other instruments' sound from the Clavinova AUX IN [R], [L/L+R] jacks" on page 62 Connecting a computer Connecting a personal computer" on page 63 Assembling Assembling and disassembling the Clavinova CLP-970/970M/970C: Keyboard Stand Assembly" on page 106 Quick solution ...What the Clavinova offers Application Index" on page 11 "Features" on page 16 Returning to the main ...
... jacks" on page 61 Outputting other instruments' sound from the Clavinova AUX IN [R], [L/L+R] jacks" on page 62 Connecting a computer Connecting a personal computer" on page 63 Assembling Assembling and disassembling the Clavinova CLP-970/970M/970C: Keyboard Stand Assembly" on page 106 Quick solution ...What the Clavinova offers Application Index" on page 11 "Features" on page 16 Returning to the main ...
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...Cleaning the Disk Drive Read/Write Head • Clean the read and write errors. CLP-970 13 Carefully insert the disk into the slot and then repeat the eject procedure. To...objects may not eject properly. A floppy disk left in optimum working order Yamaha recommends that can damage the disk and possibly the disk drive. Doing so can ...[DeleteSong] (P53), [RenameSong] (P54), [CopyDisk] (P55), or [FormatDisk] (P56) operation), the Clavinova displays [Executing]. Handling the Floppy Disk Drive(FDD) and Floppy Disk Precautions Be sure to handle floppy...
...Cleaning the Disk Drive Read/Write Head • Clean the read and write errors. CLP-970 13 Carefully insert the disk into the slot and then repeat the eject procedure. To...objects may not eject properly. A floppy disk left in optimum working order Yamaha recommends that can damage the disk and possibly the disk drive. Doing so can ...[DeleteSong] (P53), [RenameSong] (P54), [CopyDisk] (P55), or [FormatDisk] (P56) operation), the Clavinova displays [Executing]. Handling the Floppy Disk Drive(FDD) and Floppy Disk Precautions Be sure to handle floppy...
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...64258;oppy disk with other than the provided labels to the wall and the like. 14 CLP-970 Before using a dry, soft cloth or slightly damp, soft cloth (wring well). It...you first open (protect position) • Data backup • For maximum data security Yamaha recommends that labels are not in any way. Also make a backup disk use benzine, thinner,...or chemical cloth for cleaning. Transport the keyboard horizontally. Maintenance Clean the instrument using the Clavinova, be discolored or degraded. This gives you keep floppy disks in their protective ...
...64258;oppy disk with other than the provided labels to the wall and the like. 14 CLP-970 Before using a dry, soft cloth or slightly damp, soft cloth (wring well). It...you first open (protect position) • Data backup • For maximum data security Yamaha recommends that labels are not in any way. Also make a backup disk use benzine, thinner,...or chemical cloth for cleaning. Transport the keyboard horizontally. Maintenance Clean the instrument using the Clavinova, be discolored or degraded. This gives you keep floppy disks in their protective ...
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Included Accessories "50 greats for the Clavinova" Score Collection Recording disk Save your recorded performance to this disk. (page 53) Owner's Manual Bench (included or optional depending on locale) Reference Booklet CLP-970 15
Included Accessories "50 greats for the Clavinova" Score Collection Recording disk Save your recorded performance to this disk. (page 53) Owner's Manual Bench (included or optional depending on locale) Reference Booklet CLP-970 15
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... for sequencing and other equipment on top of a laptop-type personal computer or other music applications. (page 62-67) 16 CLP-970 Features The Yamaha Clavinova CLP-970 digital piano offers unmatched sonic realism and natural grand-piano type playability as well as a cassette tape recorder) here to record your...for rich, musical voices, and a special "Graded Hammer" keyboard that add the subtle sound produced when the keys are released. The CLP-970 comes much closer to the sound of an acoustic grand piano's soundboard and strings when the damper pedal is pressed, and "Keyoff Samples"...
... for sequencing and other equipment on top of a laptop-type personal computer or other music applications. (page 62-67) 16 CLP-970 Features The Yamaha Clavinova CLP-970 digital piano offers unmatched sonic realism and natural grand-piano type playability as well as a cassette tape recorder) here to record your...for rich, musical voices, and a special "Graded Hammer" keyboard that add the subtle sound produced when the keys are released. The CLP-970 comes much closer to the sound of an acoustic grand piano's soundboard and strings when the damper pedal is pressed, and "Keyoff Samples"...
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... [OTHER SETTING] Fine-tune the touch response and pitch, etc. (page 87) CLP-970 17 This section enables you to listen to these songs, practice using a convenient practice function, play back Clavinova music data (sold in music stores), and record and play back your performance. (page... different voices on the left- Features The Clavinova includes 50 preset songs. PIANO MALLET STRINGS BASS VOICE SETTING VOICE REVERB CHORUS BRILLIANCE EFFECT MIDI SETTING OTHER SETTING [EXIT] The screen returns to the sound. (page 33) CLP-970 DEMO SONG SELECT TRACK TRACK EXTRA FILE METRONOME...
... [OTHER SETTING] Fine-tune the touch response and pitch, etc. (page 87) CLP-970 17 This section enables you to listen to these songs, practice using a convenient practice function, play back Clavinova music data (sold in music stores), and record and play back your performance. (page... different voices on the left- Features The Clavinova includes 50 preset songs. PIANO MALLET STRINGS BASS VOICE SETTING VOICE REVERB CHORUS BRILLIANCE EFFECT MIDI SETTING OTHER SETTING [EXIT] The screen returns to the sound. (page 33) CLP-970 DEMO SONG SELECT TRACK TRACK EXTRA FILE METRONOME...
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...'s between the cover and the unit. To remove the music stand: Lift the music stand slightly, then pull it . 18 CLP-970 Do not release it until it open. Before Using the Clavinova Key cover To open the key cover: Lift the cover slightly, then push and slide it is opened or closed.
...'s between the cover and the unit. To remove the music stand: Lift the music stand slightly, then pull it . 18 CLP-970 Do not release it until it open. Before Using the Clavinova Key cover To open the key cover: Lift the cover slightly, then push and slide it is opened or closed.
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...Use only the AC power cord supplied with the CLP-970. If the supplied cord is rated for the voltage in the center of the keyboard lights up. Make sure your Yamaha dealer. Connecting the unit to the Clavinova, a voice name appears on the Clavinova, then plug the other end of the AC ...wall outlets in your area.) Do NOT modify the plug provided with the CLP-970. Press the [POWER] switch again to turn ...
...Use only the AC power cord supplied with the CLP-970. If the supplied cord is rated for the voltage in the center of the keyboard lights up. Make sure your Yamaha dealer. Connecting the unit to the Clavinova, a voice name appears on the Clavinova, then plug the other end of the AC ...wall outlets in your area.) Do NOT modify the plug provided with the CLP-970. Press the [POWER] switch again to turn ...
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...not use the Clavinova at a high volume level for a long period of time, or your hearing may be plugged in. (If you can plug them into either of these jacks.) bottom surface standard stereo phone plug PHONES TIP Optional headphones HPE-160 Yamaha headphones. 20 CLP-970 TERMINOLOGY MASTER VOLUME...either of the [PHONES] jacks, the internal speaker system is automatically shut off. Use this knob. The level decreases. Before Using the Clavinova Adjusting the display contrast You can also adjust the [PHONES] output level and the AUX IN input level using only one of the [...
...not use the Clavinova at a high volume level for a long period of time, or your hearing may be plugged in. (If you can plug them into either of these jacks.) bottom surface standard stereo phone plug PHONES TIP Optional headphones HPE-160 Yamaha headphones. 20 CLP-970 TERMINOLOGY MASTER VOLUME...either of the [PHONES] jacks, the internal speaker system is automatically shut off. Use this knob. The level decreases. Before Using the Clavinova Adjusting the display contrast You can also adjust the [PHONES] output level and the AUX IN input level using only one of the [...
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Listening to the Demonstration Tunes The Clavinova provides demonstration tunes that effectively demonstrate each of the demo songs, use the [MASTER VOLUME] slider. 24 CLP-970 Daguin - MALLET ORGAN STRINGS/ BASS CHORD CHOIR SPLIT POINT LEFT PIANO/ HARPSI/ ORGAN/ BASS E. PIANO ...→ E. Until you can play back demonstration tunes. L.C. In demo mode, you can execute a certain function. Händel - 1 4 CLP-970 DEMO SONG SELECT TRACK TRACK EXTRA FILE 1 2 TRACKS METRONOME START/ STOP SETTING A NEW SONG MIN MAX TRANSPOSE SONG BALANCE STOP START/ REC SONG...
Listening to the Demonstration Tunes The Clavinova provides demonstration tunes that effectively demonstrate each of the demo songs, use the [MASTER VOLUME] slider. 24 CLP-970 Daguin - MALLET ORGAN STRINGS/ BASS CHORD CHOIR SPLIT POINT LEFT PIANO/ HARPSI/ ORGAN/ BASS E. PIANO ...→ E. Until you can play back demonstration tunes. L.C. In demo mode, you can execute a certain function. Händel - 1 4 CLP-970 DEMO SONG SELECT TRACK TRACK EXTRA FILE 1 2 TRACKS METRONOME START/ STOP SETTING A NEW SONG MIN MAX TRANSPOSE SONG BALANCE STOP START/ REC SONG...
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... to select repeat playback of all songs or repeat playback of measures A B NO YES C D 26 CLP-970 TIP • You can also refer to the included "50 greats for the Clavinova" that contains the scores for practice (page 28). You can just listen to these songs (page 26)... "Song." Listening to 50 Piano Preset Songs The Clavinova provides performance data of the [SONG SELECT] buttons repeatedly to select the desired piano song from P-001 to P-050. Playing the 50 piano preset songs 1 METRONOME [START/STOP] CLP-970 MIN MAX MASTER VOLUME DEMO TRANSPOSE SONG SELECT TRACK TRACK...
... to select repeat playback of all songs or repeat playback of measures A B NO YES C D 26 CLP-970 TIP • You can also refer to the included "50 greats for the Clavinova" that contains the scores for practice (page 28). You can just listen to these songs (page 26)... "Song." Listening to 50 Piano Preset Songs The Clavinova provides performance data of the [SONG SELECT] buttons repeatedly to select the desired piano song from P-001 to P-050. Playing the 50 piano preset songs 1 METRONOME [START/STOP] CLP-970 MIN MAX MASTER VOLUME DEMO TRANSPOSE SONG SELECT TRACK TRACK...
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... [-] button while playback is a voice select screen (page 30) that appears when you press the button. When playback is automatically reset to the Clavinova. Stop the song playback. TERMINOLOGY Default screen: The default screen is stopped in the song select screen: • Use the B [-]/[+] buttons to... buttons to move back and forth (rewind and fast for- CLP-970 27 The default tempo (the song's original tempo) is set when you select a new preset song, the tempo is complete, it automatically stops and the Clavinova locates the top of a song, press the [STOP] button...
... [-] button while playback is a voice select screen (page 30) that appears when you press the button. When playback is automatically reset to the Clavinova. Stop the song playback. TERMINOLOGY Default screen: The default screen is stopped in the song select screen: • Use the B [-]/[+] buttons to... buttons to move back and forth (rewind and fast for- CLP-970 27 The default tempo (the song's original tempo) is set when you select a new preset song, the tempo is complete, it automatically stops and the Clavinova locates the top of a song, press the [STOP] button...
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...When you press one -hand part using 50 preset songs The 50 preset songs have separate left -hand part is played by [TRACK 2]. 1 CLP-970 DEMO SONG SELECT TRACK TRACK EXTRA FILE 1 2 TRACKS METRONOME START/ STOP SETTING A NEW SONG MIN MAX TRANSPOSE SONG BALANCE STOP START/ REC SONG... at the same time 28 CLP-970 Turn off . Starting playback automatically as you start playback. and right-hand parts on or off as you can turn off , even during playback. To cancel the Synchro Start function, press the [STOP] button while the Clavinova is called the "Synchro Start...
...When you press one -hand part using 50 preset songs The 50 preset songs have separate left -hand part is played by [TRACK 2]. 1 CLP-970 DEMO SONG SELECT TRACK TRACK EXTRA FILE 1 2 TRACKS METRONOME START/ STOP SETTING A NEW SONG MIN MAX TRANSPOSE SONG BALANCE STOP START/ REC SONG... at the same time 28 CLP-970 Turn off . Starting playback automatically as you start playback. and right-hand parts on or off as you can turn off , even during playback. To cancel the Synchro Start function, press the [STOP] button while the Clavinova is called the "Synchro Start...
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... song. If you wish to repeatedly practice that part. You can also pause playback by pressing the [START/PAUSE] button. CLP-970 29 When playback is complete, it automatically stops and the Clavinova locates the top of a song, press the [STOP] button. Stop playback. You can also assign a phrase in a song to stop...
... song. If you wish to repeatedly practice that part. You can also pause playback by pressing the [START/PAUSE] button. CLP-970 29 When playback is complete, it automatically stops and the Clavinova locates the top of a song, press the [STOP] button. Stop playback. You can also assign a phrase in a song to stop...
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... SETTING Procedure 1. Use the A [-]/[+] buttons to demo songs for more information on page 103. 30 CLP-970 Press one of certain musical instruments. TERMINOLOGY Voice On the Clavinova, a voice means "tone" or "tonal color." PIANO/ HARPSI- Refer to "Preset Voice List"... on page 103 for each preset voice. Selecting and Playing Voices Selecting Voices 2 CLP-970 DEMO SONG SELECT TRACK TRACK EXTRA FILE 1...
... SETTING Procedure 1. Use the A [-]/[+] buttons to demo songs for more information on page 103. 30 CLP-970 Press one of certain musical instruments. TERMINOLOGY Voice On the Clavinova, a voice means "tone" or "tonal color." PIANO/ HARPSI- Refer to "Preset Voice List"... on page 103 for each preset voice. Selecting and Playing Voices Selecting Voices 2 CLP-970 DEMO SONG SELECT TRACK TRACK EXTRA FILE 1...
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Selecting and Playing Voices Using the pedals The Clavinova has three foot pedals: damper pedal (right), sostenuto pedal (center), and soft pedal (left) that produce a range of the resonance produced by the pedals on ....) TIP If the damper pedal doesn't work, or notes are already playing when it is pressed. Sostenuto (center) pedal If you play have a longer sustain. CLP-970 31 Soft pedal (left pedals can assign a function to song start/stop operation (START/PAUSE function) via the "R Pedal", "M Pedal", and "L Pedal" parameters in the...
Selecting and Playing Voices Using the pedals The Clavinova has three foot pedals: damper pedal (right), sostenuto pedal (center), and soft pedal (left) that produce a range of the resonance produced by the pedals on ....) TIP If the damper pedal doesn't work, or notes are already playing when it is pressed. Sostenuto (center) pedal If you play have a longer sustain. CLP-970 31 Soft pedal (left pedals can assign a function to song start/stop operation (START/PAUSE function) via the "R Pedal", "M Pedal", and "L Pedal" parameters in the...