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... 16, you for the Clavinova's various functions. Basic Operation: This main section explains how to as the CLP-970 in this section while you play the Clavinova. Refer to make detailed settings for choosing the Yamaha Clavinova CLP-970/970M/970C. About this Owner...Inc., registered in English) at the following Internet address: Clavinova Web site: http://www.yamaha.co.jp/english/product/cl/ Yamaha Manual Library (Electronic Musical Instruments) http://www2.yamaha.co.jp/manual/english/ 6 CLP-970 Appendix: This section introduces troubleshooting, a description of their ...
... 16, you for the Clavinova's various functions. Basic Operation: This main section explains how to as the CLP-970 in this section while you play the Clavinova. Refer to make detailed settings for choosing the Yamaha Clavinova CLP-970/970M/970C. About this Owner...Inc., registered in English) at the following Internet address: Clavinova Web site: http://www.yamaha.co.jp/english/product/cl/ Yamaha Manual Library (Electronic Musical Instruments) http://www2.yamaha.co.jp/manual/english/ 6 CLP-970 Appendix: This section introduces troubleshooting, a description of their ...
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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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... sound CHORUS]" on page 33 Practicing Muting the right- Application Index Use this index 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 song" on page... and smoother BRILLIANCE]" on page 32 Adding spread to floppy disks or memory Saving Recorded Songs and Handling the Files...[FILE]" on page 50 CLP-970 11
... sound CHORUS]" on page 33 Practicing Muting the right- Application Index Use this index 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 song" on page... and smoother BRILLIANCE]" on page 32 Adding spread to floppy disks or memory Saving Recorded Songs and Handling the Files...[FILE]" on page 50 CLP-970 11
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... 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 screen EXIT] button" on page 23...
... 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 screen EXIT] button" on page 23...
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... button once again, or push the disk back into the disk drive: Hold the disk so that will go ; CLP-970 13 Handling the Floppy Disk Drive(FDD) and Floppy Disk Precautions Be sure to the disk drive or floppy... and write errors. • To maintain the disk drive in until it by only a few millimeters. Ask your Yamaha dealer about once a month. Other objects may become stuck in as far as it is fully ejected, carefully remove it...[SaveToDisk] (P53), [DeleteSong] (P53), [RenameSong] (P54), [CopyDisk] (P55), or [FormatDisk] (P56) operation), the Clavinova displays [Executing].
... button once again, or push the disk back into the disk drive: Hold the disk so that will go ; CLP-970 13 Handling the Floppy Disk Drive(FDD) and Floppy Disk Precautions Be sure to the disk drive or floppy... and write errors. • To maintain the disk drive in until it by only a few millimeters. Ask your Yamaha dealer about once a month. Other objects may become stuck in as far as it is fully ejected, carefully remove it...[SaveToDisk] (P53), [DeleteSong] (P53), [RenameSong] (P54), [CopyDisk] (P55), or [FormatDisk] (P56) operation), the Clavinova displays [Executing].
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.... • Do not expose the disk to magnetic fields, such as it to the wall and the like. 14 CLP-970 Transport the keyboard horizontally. Maintenance Clean the instrument using the Clavinova, be sure to read "Precautions" on pages 3-5. It always stays perfectly in use a floppy disk with a deformed shutter or... cloth for cleaning. Do not lean it is lost or damaged. write-protect tab open (protect position) • Data backup • For maximum data security Yamaha recommends that labels are not in tune. To make sure that you first open the package.
.... • Do not expose the disk to magnetic fields, such as it to the wall and the like. 14 CLP-970 Transport the keyboard horizontally. Maintenance Clean the instrument using the Clavinova, be sure to read "Precautions" on pages 3-5. It always stays perfectly in use a floppy disk with a deformed shutter or... cloth for cleaning. Do not lean it is lost or damaged. write-protect tab open (protect position) • Data backup • For maximum data security Yamaha recommends that labels are not in tune. To make sure that you first open the package.
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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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... 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. The CLP-970 GrandPiano1 voice features totally new samples ... pedal is pressed, and "Keyoff Samples" that provides graded key weight and response throughout the keyboard range. 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...
... 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. The CLP-970 GrandPiano1 voice features totally new samples ... pedal is pressed, and "Keyoff Samples" that provides graded key weight and response throughout the keyboard range. 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...
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... 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 A 1 2 TRACKS START/STOP SETTING NEW SONG MIN MAX TRANSPOSE SONG BALANCE STOP START...and pitch, etc. (page 87) CLP-970 17 MALLET ORGAN STRINGS/ BASS CHORD CHOIR LEFT SPLIT POINT PIANO/ HARPSI/ ORGAN/ E. PIANO/ HARPSI- and right-hand sections of the tone using these songs, practice using a convenient practice function, play back Clavinova music data (sold in music stores),...
... 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 A 1 2 TRACKS START/STOP SETTING NEW SONG MIN MAX TRANSPOSE SONG BALANCE STOP START...and pitch, etc. (page 87) CLP-970 17 MALLET ORGAN STRINGS/ BASS CHORD CHOIR LEFT SPLIT POINT PIANO/ HARPSI/ ORGAN/ E. PIANO/ HARPSI- and right-hand sections of the tone using these songs, practice using a convenient practice function, play back Clavinova music data (sold in music stores),...
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... toward you to avoid catching fingers (yours or others, especially children's between the cover and the unit. Do not release it until it . 18 CLP-970 Before Using the Clavinova Key cover To open .
... toward you to avoid catching fingers (yours or others, especially children's between the cover and the unit. Do not release it until it . 18 CLP-970 Before Using the Clavinova Key cover To open .
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... insert the plug of the power cable into the AC connector on the Clavinova, then plug the other end of plug differs depending on the screen. Make sure that the power is rated for the voltage in your CLP-970 is still on. tor located below the left end of an inappropriate replacement... AC supply can pose a fire and shock hazard! Connect the power cable. Use only the AC power cord supplied with the CLP-970 may be replaced, contact your Yamaha dealer. Turn on the bottom panel of the front panel and the power indica- TIP [POWER] switch Power indicator If you turn the...
... insert the plug of the power cable into the AC connector on the Clavinova, then plug the other end of plug differs depending on the screen. Make sure that the power is rated for the voltage in your CLP-970 is still on. tor located below the left end of an inappropriate replacement... AC supply can pose a fire and shock hazard! Connect the power cable. Use only the AC power cord supplied with the CLP-970 may be replaced, contact your Yamaha dealer. Turn on the bottom panel of the front panel and the power indica- TIP [POWER] switch Power indicator If you turn the...
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... either of these jacks.) bottom surface standard stereo phone plug PHONES TIP Optional headphones HPE-160 Yamaha headphones. 20 CLP-970 Use this knob. TERMINOLOGY CONTRAST: A B CONTRAST difference between bright- MIN MAX MASTER VOLUME Do not use the Clavinova at a high volume level for a long period of time, or your hearing may be plugged...
... either of these jacks.) bottom surface standard stereo phone plug PHONES TIP Optional headphones HPE-160 Yamaha headphones. 20 CLP-970 Use this knob. TERMINOLOGY CONTRAST: A B CONTRAST difference between bright- MIN MAX MASTER VOLUME Do not use the Clavinova at a high volume level for a long period of time, or your hearing may be plugged...
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... OTHER SETTING 4 1. Press the voice group button (upper row) of the demo songs, use the [MASTER VOLUME] slider. 24 CLP-970 NOTE To adjust the volume level of the desired demonstration tune. Chopin - Engage the demo mode. C D 2. Until you can ...Clavinova provides demonstration tunes that effectively demonstrate each of the MAIN voice groups. The MAIN voice group (upper row) button indicators light up and playback starts. L.C. A B NO YES TERMINOLOGY Mode: A mode is a status under which you can play back demonstration tunes. Händel - 1 4 CLP-970...
... OTHER SETTING 4 1. Press the voice group button (upper row) of the demo songs, use the [MASTER VOLUME] slider. 24 CLP-970 NOTE To adjust the volume level of the desired demonstration tune. Chopin - Engage the demo mode. C D 2. Until you can ...Clavinova provides demonstration tunes that effectively demonstrate each of the MAIN voice groups. The MAIN voice group (upper row) button indicators light up and playback starts. L.C. A B NO YES TERMINOLOGY Mode: A mode is a status under which you can play back demonstration tunes. Händel - 1 4 CLP-970...
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...50 piano songs. Song select screen A B NO YES TERMINOLOGY Song: On the Clavinova, performance data is a blank song provided for practice (page 28). Playing the 50 piano preset songs 1 METRONOME [START/STOP] CLP-970 MIN MAX MASTER VOLUME DEMO TRANSPOSE SONG SELECT TRACK TRACK EXTRA FILE 1 2 TRACKS...TEMPO 32 TEMPO [DOWN] [UP] Procedure B CONTRAST NO YES EXIT D MAIN PIANO E. the number of measures A B NO YES C D 26 CLP-970 TIP • You can play the keyboard along with the preset song playback. Play a preset song. You can also refer to start playback. You can...
...50 piano songs. Song select screen A B NO YES TERMINOLOGY Song: On the Clavinova, performance data is a blank song provided for practice (page 28). Playing the 50 piano preset songs 1 METRONOME [START/STOP] CLP-970 MIN MAX MASTER VOLUME DEMO TRANSPOSE SONG SELECT TRACK TRACK EXTRA FILE 1 2 TRACKS...TEMPO 32 TEMPO [DOWN] [UP] Procedure B CONTRAST NO YES EXIT D MAIN PIANO E. the number of measures A B NO YES C D 26 CLP-970 TIP • You can play the keyboard along with the preset song playback. Play a preset song. You can also refer to start playback. You can...
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...Press the SONG SELECT [ ] or the C [-] button while playback is stopped in the song select screen: • Use the B [-]/[+] buttons to the Clavinova. A B NO YES C D 3. Return to adjust the playback tempo as required. Listening to 50 Piano Preset Songs Adjusting the tempo You can use the.... Playback stops 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. CLP-970 27 NOTE Resetting the tempo Whenever you press the button. To stop playback in the middle of the song....
...Press the SONG SELECT [ ] or the C [-] button while playback is stopped in the song select screen: • Use the B [-]/[+] buttons to the Clavinova. A B NO YES C D 3. Return to adjust the playback tempo as required. Listening to 50 Piano Preset Songs Adjusting the tempo You can use the.... Playback stops 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. CLP-970 27 NOTE Resetting the tempo Whenever you press the button. To stop playback in the middle of the song....
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...[START/PAUSE] button. Playback starts simultaneously. and right-hand parts on and off. 2. The right-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... indicator flashes. and right-hand parts on the keyboard. To cancel the Synchro Start function, press the [STOP] button while the Clavinova is called the "Synchro Start" function. Listening to 50 Piano Preset Songs Practicing a one of the buttons to turn off playback, the ...
...[START/PAUSE] button. Playback starts simultaneously. and right-hand parts on and off. 2. The right-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... indicator flashes. and right-hand parts on the keyboard. To cancel the Synchro Start function, press the [STOP] button while the Clavinova is called the "Synchro Start" function. Listening to 50 Piano Preset Songs Practicing a one of the buttons to turn off playback, the ...
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... the button. Refer to repeatedly practice that part. CLP-970 29 You can also assign a phrase in a song to the [FromToRepeat] option in the middle of the song. Playback stops when you select a new song. When playback is complete, it automatically stops and the Clavinova locates the top of a song, press the [STOP...
... the button. Refer to repeatedly practice that part. CLP-970 29 You can also assign a phrase in a song to the [FromToRepeat] option in the middle of the song. Playback stops when you select a new song. When playback is complete, it automatically stops and the Clavinova locates the top of a song, press the [STOP...
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... to demo songs for more information on characteristics of each voice group (page 24). Use the A [-]/[+] buttons to "Preset Voice List" on page 103. 30 CLP-970 PIANO MALLET STRINGS VOICE SETTING VOICE REVERB CHORUS BRILLIANCE EFFECT MIDI SETTING OTHER SETTING Procedure 1. Select a voice. Refer to select a voice. MALLET ORGAN STRINGS/ BASS... PAUSE SETTING MASTER VOLUME SYNCHRO START SONG C TEMPO 1 MAIN voice group buttons B CONTRAST NO YES EXIT D MAIN PIANO E. Select a voice group. TERMINOLOGY Voice On the Clavinova, a voice means "tone" or "tonal color."
... to demo songs for more information on characteristics of each voice group (page 24). Use the A [-]/[+] buttons to "Preset Voice List" on page 103. 30 CLP-970 PIANO MALLET STRINGS VOICE SETTING VOICE REVERB CHORUS BRILLIANCE EFFECT MIDI SETTING OTHER SETTING Procedure 1. Select a voice. Refer to select a voice. MALLET ORGAN STRINGS/ BASS... PAUSE SETTING MASTER VOLUME SYNCHRO START SONG C TEMPO 1 MAIN voice group buttons B CONTRAST NO YES EXIT D MAIN PIANO E. Select a voice group. TERMINOLOGY Voice On the Clavinova, a voice means "tone" or "tonal color."
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... here while holding the note(s), the notes will sustain as long as the pedal is pressed. (The soft pedal will not sustain. CLP-970 31 When you press the damper pedal here, the notes you play before you select Grand Piano 1, pressing the damper pedal activates the..."Sustain Samples" to accurately recreate the unique resonance of an acoustic grand piano's soundboard and strings. 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 expressive effects similar ...
... here while holding the note(s), the notes will sustain as long as the pedal is pressed. (The soft pedal will not sustain. CLP-970 31 When you press the damper pedal here, the notes you play before you select Grand Piano 1, pressing the damper pedal activates the..."Sustain Samples" to accurately recreate the unique resonance of an acoustic grand piano's soundboard and strings. 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 expressive effects similar ...