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Yamaha Clavinova CLP-970A User Manual

Yamaha Clavinova CLP-970A
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Owner’s manual
IMPORTANT
Check your power supply
Make sure that your local AC mains voltage
matches the voltage specified on the name
plate on the bottom panel. In some areas a
voltage selector may be provided on the bottom
panel of the main keyboard unit near the power
cord. Make sure that the voltage selector is set
for the voltage in your area. The voltage
selector is set at 240V when the unit is initially
shipped. To change the setting use a “minus”
screwdriver to rotate the selector dial so that
the correct voltage appears next to the pointer
on the panel.
CLP-970AC
CLP-970AM
CLP-970A

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Yamaha Clavinova CLP-970A Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeDigital Piano
Number of Keys88
DisplayLCD
Release Year1999
Sound SourceAWM (Advanced Wave Memory) Stereo Sampling
Polyphony64
EffectsReverb, Chorus
Recorder2-track recorder
Pedals3 Pedals (Damper, Soft, Sostenuto)
ConnectionsMIDI IN/OUT, AUX IN/OUT

Summary

Important Power Supply Check

Verify Local AC Voltage

Ensure local AC voltage matches the unit's rating for safe operation.

Product Safety and Usage Notices

General Safety Precautions

Electrical Hazard Warnings

Essential precautions to avoid injury from electrical hazards.

Instrument Handling Precautions

Preventing Physical Injury and Damage

Precautions to prevent harm to users and the instrument.

Powering On the Clavinova

Connecting and Using the Power Cable

Steps for connecting the power cable and verifying voltage.

Power Switch and Indicator Lights

How to operate the power switch and understand indicators.

Clavinova Top Panel Overview

Identification of Top Panel Controls

Identifies buttons and indicators on the top panel.

Selecting and Playing Voices

Selecting Voice Groups

How to choose a voice group from the MAIN section.

Choosing Specific Voices

Guide to selecting individual voices using the A [–]/[+] buttons.

Using the Expression Pedals

Damper, Sostenuto, and Soft Pedal Functions

Explains the effect of each of the three foot pedals.

Adding Sound Variations

Adjusting Brilliance for Tone

How to adjust the tone's brightness and tonality.

Applying Effects: Reverb and Chorus

Using the Reverb Effect

How to add reverberation to the sound.

Pitch Shifting and Transposition

Using the Transpose Function

How to shift the keyboard's pitch for easier playing.

Combining Voices: Dual Mode

Dual Mode with Different Voice Groups

How to combine two voices from different groups.

Splitting the Keyboard: Split Mode

Entering and Setting Split Mode

How to activate split mode and choose voices for each hand.

Practice with the Metronome

Metronome Operation and Tempo Adjustment

How to start, stop, and adjust the metronome's tempo.

Recording Your Performance

Recording a New Song (Track 1)

Steps to start recording a new song on Track 1.

Recording Process Steps

Selecting Voices and Starting Recording

Details on choosing voices and initiating recording.

Playback and Re-recording

Playback of Recorded Performance

How to play back recorded songs.

Multi-track Recording

Recording to Track 2

Steps to record a new part on the second track.

Modifying Recorded Songs

Editing Voice and Tempo Post-Recording

How to edit recorded voice and tempo settings.

Balancing Playback and Performance Volume

Using Song Balance for Volume Mix

How to adjust the volume mix between recorded and live parts.

Recording in Dual/Split Modes

Track Assignment in Dual/Split Modes

Table showing track assignments for Dual and Split recording.

File Management: Saving and Handling

Clavinova Memory Types

Explains Current, Preset, and Storage memory.

Overview of File Operations

Lists parameters for saving, deleting, and renaming songs.

Basic File Operations Procedure

Accessing and Executing File Menu

Steps to access the file menu and select operations.

Saving Songs to Storage Memory

Naming and Saving Songs to Memory

Steps for naming and saving songs to memory.

Managing Stored Songs

Deleting Songs from Storage Memory

How to delete songs from Clavinova storage memory.

Playback of Recorded Songs

Selecting Songs for Playback

How to select song types and individual songs.

Playback Operations

Connecting External Devices

AUX OUT Jacks for Output and Recording

How to use AUX OUT for sound output and recording.

Input, Pedal, and Host Connections

MIDI and Computer Connectivity

MIDI Connector Functions

Explains MIDI IN, OUT, THRU connectors and setup.

Connecting to a Personal Computer

Methods for connecting the Clavinova to a computer.

Computer Connection Methods

MIDI Interface Connection

USB Interface Connection (UX256)

Detailed Parameter Settings

Recording and Playback Settings

Parameters for song recording and playback.

MIDI and Other Settings

Procedure for Detailed Settings

Executing and Saving Settings

Recording and Playback: Song Settings

Correcting Note Timing (Quantize)

How to adjust note timing for better accuracy or swing rhythm.

Playback Control and Data Management

Metronome Settings

Time Signature and Volume Configuration

How to set the metronome's time signature and volume level.

Voice Settings

Adjusting Octave and Volume Levels

How to set the octave and volume for selected voices.

Voice Settings: Pan, Pitch, and Reverb

Voice Settings: Chorus and Effects

Voice Settings: Effects, Touch, and Pedals

Voice Settings: Pedal Functions

MIDI Setup and Connectivity

Understanding MIDI Basics

Basic introduction to MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface).

MIDI Transmit and Receive Channels

MIDI Transmit Channel Settings

How to specify the MIDI channel for transmitting data.

MIDI Data Control and Reception

MIDI Data Transmission and Bulk Dumps

Other Detailed Settings

Other Settings: Vibrato and Pedals

Other Settings: Pedal Point, Pitch Bend, and Voice Replacement

Settings Backup and Restoration

Troubleshooting and FAQs

Button and Sound Response Issues

Addresses issues with unresponsive buttons and sustained sounds.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power, Noise, and Volume Troubleshooting

Solutions for power, click/pop noise, and low volume problems.

Pedal, Pitch, and Mechanical Noise Issues

Troubleshooting pedal, pitch, and mechanical noise.

Preset Voice Descriptions

Voice Combination Examples

Keyboard Stand Assembly Instructions

Assembly Parts Identification

Lists and identifies all parts required for stand assembly.

Mounting and Connecting Components

Final Assembly Checks and Adjustments

Important Safety Instructions

General Precautions for Electrical Products

Essential safety guidelines for electrical products.

Power, Ventilation, and Temperature Safety

Safety regarding power supply, ventilation, and operating temperature.

Servicing, Hearing Protection, and Bench Safety

Guidelines for product servicing, hearing protection, and bench use.

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