Yamaha Clavinova CVP-50 User Manual

Verifies local AC mains voltage matches product specifications.

Essential warnings about electric shock, not opening the unit, and qualified servicing.

Covers reading instructions, unit weight, power supply, placement, environment, and maintenance.

Instructions for unpacking and assembling the CVP-50 unit, side panels, feet, and brackets.

Steps for installing the main keyboard unit, pedal assembly, and adjusting pedal stabilizers.

Advice on handling, cleaning, placement, and avoiding damage to the Clavinova.

Ensures local mains voltage matches product specifications for safe operation.

How to turn the instrument on/off and adjust the master volume for listening.

How to select different instrument sounds using the voice selectors.

Explains the function of the damper pedal, similar to an acoustic piano.

Details the functions of the center pedal (sostenuto) and the multi-function left pedal.

How to shift the entire keyboard pitch by semitones.

Adjusting rhythm volume and selecting from available rhythm patterns.

How to create automatic accompaniment using single-finger chords.

How to create automatic accompaniment using proper fingering and chords.

How to choose a style, play chords, and stop the automatic accompaniment.

Steps to format a new floppy disk for use with the Clavinova.

Initiating the recording process for a musical track.

Basic explanation of what MIDI is and its applications in music.

Controls whether the keyboard directly triggers internal sounds.

Manages how program change MIDI messages affect instrument sounds.

Manages how control change MIDI messages affect instrument sounds.

Steps to diagnose why no sound is produced when the unit is powered on.

Guidance on correctly connecting the power cord according to wire colours.