CLP-170/CLP-150 CLP-170 CLP-150 Owner's Manual Clavinova Web site (English only) http://www.yamahaclavinova.com/ Yamaha Manual Library http://www2.yamaha.co.jp/manual/english/ 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.
Introduction SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION PRODUCT SAFETY MARKINGS: Yamaha electronic products may have either labels similar to the graphics shown below or molded/stamped facsimiles of these graphics on the enclosure. The explanation of these graphics appears on this page. Please observe all cautions indicated on this page and those indicated in the safety instruction section. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING * Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. WARNING Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock, short-circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following: Power supply/Power cord Water warning • Only use the voltage specified as correct for the instrument.
CLP170,150E.book Page 4 Thursday, May 30, 2002 10:41 AM Connections Using the bench (If included) • Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off the power for all components. Before turning the power on or off for all components, set all volume levels to minimum. Also, be sure to set the volumes of all components at their minimum levels and gradually raise the volume controls while playing the instrument to set the desired listening level.
CLP170,150E.book Page 5 Tuesday, November 12, 2002 9:04 AM Thank you for choosing the Yamaha Clavinova CLP-170/150. In order to make the most of your Clavinova’s performance potential and features, please read this Owner’s Manual thoroughly, and keep it in a safe place for later reference. About this Owner’s Manual and Reference Booklet This manual consists of four main sections: “Introduction,” “Basic Operation,” “Detailed Settings,” and “Appendix.” Also, a separate “Reference Booklet” is provided.
CLP170,150E.book Page 6 Wednesday, November 6, 2002 4:04 PM Table of contents Introduction.......................................................... 2 PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................................................................................ 3 About this Owner’s Manual and Reference Booklet..................................................................................................... 5 Table of contents ........................................
Table of contents Changing a voice or tempo after recording ........................................................................................................... 44 Adjusting the volume balance between playback and your performance [SONG BALANCE] ......................... 45 Recording in Dual or Split mode ........................................................................................................................... 45 Saving Recorded Songs and Handling the Files...[FILE] ................
Table of contents Setting the reverb depth [ReverbSend]........................................................................................................................ 79 Selecting the chorus type [Chorus Type]..................................................................................................................... 79 Setting the chorus depth [ChorusSend] ......................................................................................................................
Table of contents Pitch bend range [PitchBendRange]............................................................................................................................ 94 Switch the speaker on/off [Speaker] ............................................................................................................................ 95 Selecting items saved at shutdown [MemoryBackUp] ...............................................................................................
Application Index Use this index to find reference pages that may be helpful for your application and situation. Listening Listening to demo songs...............................................“Listening to the Demonstration Tunes” on page 22 “Playing the 50 piano preset songs” on page 24 Listening to demo songs with different voices ............“Listening to the Demonstration Tunes” on page 22 Listening to songs from “50 greats for the Piano” ..............
Application Index Use this index to find reference pages that may be helpful for your application and situation. Settings Making detailed settings for recording and playback ............................................“Detailed settings for recording and playback [SONG SETTING]” on page 73 Making detailed settings for the metronome ......................................... “Detailed settings for the metronome METRONOME [SETTING]” on page 76 Making detailed settings for the voices ..........................
Handling the Floppy Disk Drive(FDD) and Floppy Disk (CLP-170) Precautions Be sure to handle floppy disks and treat the disk drive with care. Follow the important precautions below. Compatible Disk Type 3.5" 2DD and 2HD type floppy disks can be used. Inserting/Ejecting Floppy Disks To insert a floppy disk into the disk drive: Hold the disk so that the label of the disk is facing upward and the sliding shutter is facing forward, towards the disk slot.
Handling the Floppy Disk Drive(FDD) and Floppy Disk • To protect your data (Write-protect Tab): • Data backup • To prevent accidental erasure of important data, slide the disk’s write-protect tab to the “protect” position (tab open). • For maximum data security Yamaha recommends that you keep two copies of important data on separate floppy disks. This gives you a backup if one disk is lost or damaged. To make a backup disk use the Copy Disk function on page 52.
Features The Yamaha CLP-170/150 Clavinova features rich sounds produced by Yamaha’s proprietary “AWM dynamic stereo sampling” tone generator system, a “Graded Hammer” keyboard (CLP-150) that varies the key weight according to the key range, and a “GH3” keyboard (CLP-170) that enhances the graded hammer keyboard by allowing you to play a note to be played repeatedly without pressing the pedal, giving these electronic pianos a “playing-feel” that is very close to the keyboard of a genuine grand piano.
Features The Clavinova includes 50 preset songs. 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 24, 38, 55) [METRONOME] Use the metronome functions. (page 37) [CONTRAST] Adjust the brightness of the display using this control. (page 18) [DEMO] Demonstration playback is available for each voice.
CLP170,150E.book Page 16 Thursday, October 31, 2002 2:28 PM Before Using the Clavinova About the key cover To open the key cover: Lift the cover slightly, then push and slide it open. To close the key cover: Slide the cover toward you and gently lower the cover over the keys. Be careful to avoid catching your fingers when opening or closing the cover. CAUTION Hold the cover with both hands when opening or closing it. Do not release it until it is fully opened or closed.
Before Using the Clavinova Turning the power on 1. Connect the power cable. First insert the plug of the power cable into the AC connector on the Clavinova, then plug the other end of the cable into the proper AC outlet on the wall. In some areas a plug adaptor may be provided to match the pin configuration of the AC wall outlets in your area. 1 CLP-150 (buttom surface) 2 CLP-170 (rear panel) (The shape of plug differs depending on locale.
CLP170,150E.book Page 18 Wednesday, November 6, 2002 4:04 PM Before Using the Clavinova Adjusting the display contrast You can adjust the contrast of the display by turning the [CONTRAST] knob located to the right of the LCD. A CONTRAST B Use this knob. NO YES EXIT C D TERMINOLOGY CONTRAST: difference between brightness and darkness Setting the volume To adjust the volume, use the [MASTER VOLUME] located at the left of the panel.
Basic Operation CLP-170/150 19
Part Names D C CONTRAST B NO G E YES J K N H I GRAND PIANO 1 GRAND PIANO 2 E.PIANO 1 E.PIANO 2 HARPSICHORD E.CLAVICHORD VIBRAPHONE GUITAR CHURCH ORGAN JAZZ ORGAN STRINGS CHOIR SYNTH. PAD WOOD BASS E.
CLP170,150E.book Page 21 Thursday, October 31, 2002 2:28 PM Part Names Connectors V [AUX PEDAL] ..................................... P59 W MIDI [IN] [OUT] [THRU] .................... P59 X HOST SELECT..................................... P59 Y [TO HOST] ......................................... P59 Z [USB] .................................................. P59 [ AUX IN ............................................... P60 \ AUX OUT............................................
Listening to the Demonstration Tunes For each voice group, the Clavinova contains one demo song that shows off the character of the voices. This section explains how to listen to the demo songs for the voice groups listed below. Demonstration tunes Voice group Tunes GRAND PIANO1 HARPSICHORD Composer Consolation No.3 Gavotte F.Liszt J.S.Bach The demonstration pieces listed above are short rearranged excerpts the original compositions. All other songs are original (©2002 Yamaha Corporation).
Listening to the Demonstration Tunes 2. Select a tune and start playback. Press the voice group button for the demo song that you want to hear. The indicator of the voice group button you pressed will light, and the demo song will begin playing. Subsequently, the demo songs will play back consecutively from the upper left voice group button until you stop the playback. 3. 4. Stop the playback. Press the button of the voice group being played or the SONG [START/STOP] button.
Listening to 50 Piano Preset Songs The Clavinova provides performance data of 50 piano songs. You can just listen to these songs (page 24) or use them for practice (page 26). You can also refer to the included “50 greats for the Piano” that contains the scores for 50 piano preset songs.
Listening to 50 Piano Preset Songs Adjusting the tempo You can use the TEMPO [DOWN]/[UP] buttons to adjust the playback tempo as required. The default tempo (the song’s original tempo) is set when you press the [DOWN] and [UP] buttons simultaneously. Press either of the SONG SELECT [ ]/[ ] buttons to return to the song select screen. A B NO C 3. YES TIP You can also use the D[–]/[+] buttons to change the tempo.
Listening to 50 Piano Preset Songs Practicing a one-hand part using 50 preset songs The 50 preset songs have separate left- and right-hand parts on individual tracks. You can turn the left- and right-hand parts on or off as required so you can practice the corresponding part (the part that is turned off) on the keyboard. The right-hand part is played by [TRACK 1] and the left-hand part is played by [TRACK 2].
Listening to 50 Piano Preset Songs 3. Stop playback. When playback is complete, it automatically stops and the Clavinova locates the top of the song. If you wish to stop playback in the middle of a song, press the [TOP] button. You can also pause playback by pressing the SONG [START/STOP] button. Playback stops when you press the button. TIP Resetting the part playback Both parts are automatically turned ON whenever you select a new song.
Selecting and Playing Voices Selecting Voices SONG SELECT SONG TRACK 1 TRACK 2 EXTRA TRACKS FILE TOP START/STOP REC SONG SETTING KEYBOARD METRONOME START/STOP SETTING DOWN A Voice group buttons 1 2 B CONTRAST UP GRAND PIANO 1 GRAND PIANO 2 E.PIANO 1 E.PIANO 2 HARPSICHORD E.CLAVICHORD VIBRAPHONE GUITAR CHURCH ORGAN JAZZ ORGAN STRINGS CHOIR SYNTH. PAD WOOD BASS E.
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 to those produced by the pedals on an acoustic piano. Damper (right) pedal When you press the damper pedal, the notes you play have a longer sustain.
Selecting and Playing Voices Adding variation to the sound [BRILLIANCE]/[REVERB]/[CHORUS] The Effect function enables you to add expression to the sound. The Clavinova effects include Brilliance, Reverb, and Chorus. [REVERB] [CHORUS] SONG SELECT SONG TRACK 1 TRACK 2 EXTRA TRACKS FILE TOP START/STOP REC SONG SETTING KEYBOARD METRONOME START/STOP SETTING DOWN A B CONTRAST UP GRAND PIANO 1 GRAND PIANO 2 E.PIANO 1 E.PIANO 2 HARPSICHORD E.
Selecting and Playing Voices [REVERB] This control adds reverberation to the sound by simulating the natural reverberation of a concert hall. Procedure Pressing the [REVERB] button repeatedly toggles the reverb on and off. Even if the reverb effect is turned off, a “soundboard reverb” effect will be applied when the GrandPiano1 or GrandPiano2 voice is selected.
CLP170,150E.book Page 32 Thursday, October 31, 2002 2:29 PM Selecting and Playing Voices To enhance the acoustic realism of the sound ...[iAFC (Instrumental Active Field Control)] (CLP-170) When iAFC is engaged, the Clavinova will sound deeper and more resonant, similar to an acoustic musical instruments. Perform the automatic adjustment after you turn on the power of the Clavinova for the first time, and after each time you move the Clavinova.
Basic.fm Page 33 Monday, June 3, 2002 2:47 PM Selecting and Playing Voices Combining two voices (Dual mode) You can play two voices simultaneously across the entire range of the keyboard. In this way, you can simulate a melody duet or combine two similar voices to create a thicker sound. Refer to “Voice Combination Examples (Dual and Split)” on page 111 for examples of effective voice combinations. The numbers on the upper row indicate the steps in Dual mode using voices from different groups.
CLP170,150E.book Page 34 Thursday, May 30, 2002 10:42 AM Selecting and Playing Voices Dual mode using voices in the same voice group Procedure 1. 2. 3. Select a voice group. In normal play mode, press the desired voice group button. Select a voice. Use the A [–]/[+] buttons to select a voice. Select another voice. Use the B [–]/[+] buttons to select another voice in the same voice group. To use the identical voices, press the B [–]/[+] buttons once.
Selecting and Playing Voices Splitting the keyboard range and playing two different voices (Split mode) Split mode enables you to play two different voices on the keyboard — one with the left hand and another with the right hand. For example, you can play a bass part using the [WOOD BASS] or [E. BASS] voice with the left hand, and a melody with the right hand. Refer to “Voice Combination Examples (Dual and Split)” on page 111 for examples of effective voice combinations.
CLP170,150E.book Page 36 Thursday, May 30, 2002 10:42 AM Selecting and Playing Voices 4. Specify the split point (the border between the rightand left-hand range). The normal setting of the split point is “F 2.” F2 TIP The split point can also be set by the [OTHER SETTING] parameter [SplitPoint]. (page 92) Center “C” To change the split point setting: Hold down [SPLIT], then use the D [–]/[+] to specify the split point.
Selecting and Playing Voices Using the metronome The Clavinova is built-in metronome (a device that keeps an accurate tempo) is a convenient feature for practice. 1 2 SONG SELECT SONG TRACK 1 TRACK 2 EXTRA TRACKS FILE TOP START/STOP REC SONG SETTING KEYBOARD METRONOME START/STOP SETTING DOWN A B CONTRAST UP GRAND PIANO 1 GRAND PIANO 2 E.PIANO 1 E.PIANO 2 HARPSICHORD E.CLAVICHORD VIBRAPHONE GUITAR CHURCH ORGAN JAZZ ORGAN STRINGS CHOIR SYNTH. PAD WOOD BASS E.
Recording Your Performance TIP You can record your performance (audio data) to a cassette tape recorder or other recording devices via the AUX OUT connector. (see page 60.) This chapter explains how to record your performance using the Clavinova recording function. You can, for example, play back what you have played on the Clavinova keyboard for an effective practice aid. You can also record just the left-hand part, then practice the right-hand part while playing back the recorded left-hand part.
Recording Your Performance 2. 3. Select a voice. Select a voice (or voices) for recording (see page 28). NOTE Set the tempo in Step 3. Set the other parameters, such as reverb and chorus. Adjust the [MASTER VOLUME] dial to set the volume level to suit your preference. You can also use the dial to adjust the level during playback. After you set the tempo or if the record standby screen does not appear, press one of the SONG SELECT [ ] [ ] buttons once to return to the New Song screen.
Recording Your Performance 5. Play back the recorded performance. Press the SONG [START/STOP] button to play back the recorded performance. When playback is complete, it automatically stops and the Clavinova locates the top of the song. To stop playback in the middle of a song, press the [TOP] button. You can also pause playback by pressing the SONG [START/STOP] button. Playback stops when you press the button.
CLP170,150E.book Page 41 Thursday, October 31, 2002 2:29 PM Recording Your Performance Re-recording TRACK 1 partially This section explains how to record part of a song again. Procedure 1. Pause the song at the beginning of the part you wish to re-record. Use the B [–]/[+] buttons while the playback screen is displayed to move through the measures or play back the recording and press the SONG [START/STOP] button to locate a point slightly prior to the beginning of the part you wish to re-record.
Recording Your Performance Ending methods: Replace – The data after the point you stop recording will also be erased. Punch Out — The data after the point you stop recording will remain. 3-2 Keep holding down the [REC] button and press the [TRACK 1] button. TIP If you cancel recording by pressing the [REC] button, recording stops when you press the button. If you cancel recording by pressing the [TOP] button, the Clavinova locates the top of the song. The [TRACK 1] indicator flashes in red.
Recording Your Performance Recording to the third or more tracks [EXTRA TRACKS] You can continue recording other parts into tracks 3–16 [EXTRA TRACKS] one by one. Procedure 1. Hold down the [REC] button in step 2 in the “Recording to [TRACK2]” on page 42 and use the B [–]/[+] buttons to select a recording track (3–16). select a recording track (3-16) A B NO C 2. YES D While holding down the [REC] key, press the [EXTRA TRACKS] button. Then, follow the procedure beginning with Step 4 on page 39.
CLP170,150E.book Page 44 Thursday, October 31, 2002 2:29 PM Recording Your Performance Changing a voice or tempo after recording You can change the voice and tempo after recording to change a song’s feel or to set a more suitable tempo. You can also change these elements in the middle of a song. Procedure 1. 2. 3. 4. Select a song you wish to change by using the SONG SELECT [ ] [ ] buttons.
Recording Your Performance Adjusting the volume balance between playback and your performance [SONG BALANCE] While recording multiple parts into tracks one by one, you can adjust the volume balance between the playback of the recorded parts and your current performance. Procedure 1. Move [SONG BALANCE] to the left or right to make adjustments. SONG The song playback volume will be lower. KEYBOARD SONG BALANCE Your playing volume will be lower.
Saving Recorded Songs and Handling the Files...[FILE] File screens (accessed via the [FILE] button) enables you to handle song files (e.g., save, delete, and rename recorded songs), copy and format disks (CLP170), and change the characters on the screen.
Saving Recorded Songs and Handling the Files...[FILE] Basic file operation A message (information or confirmation dialog) sometimes appears on the screen to facilitate operation. Refer to the “Message List” on page 96 for an explanation of each message, appropriate actions to take. 2 3 SONG SELECT SONG TRACK 1 TRACK 2 EXTRA TRACKS FILE TOP START/STOP REC SONG SETTING KEYBOARD 3 METRONOME START/STOP SETTING DOWN A B CONTRAST UP GRAND PIANO 1 GRAND PIANO 2 E.PIANO 1 E.
Saving Recorded Songs and Handling the Files...[FILE] Saving recorded or other songs to Clavinova Storage memory...[SaveToMemory] If you record a song, then turn off the power to the Clavinova, the song will be erased. To save the recorded song, you must save it into the Clavinova Storage memory or to a floppy disk (CLP-170). (To save a song to a floppy disk, refer to the next section [SaveToDisk].
Saving Recorded Songs and Handling the Files...[FILE] Saving recorded or other songs to floppy disk...[SaveToDisk] (CLP-170) Songs you record, memory songs, or recordings you added or recorded over (page 43) previously-recorded memory songs can be saved on a floppy disk. A B NO C YES D Procedure See page 47 for basic operation information. The following is a detailed procedure of Step 4. 4. Make sure that a formatted floppy disk (page 53) is inserted in the disk drive.
Saving Recorded Songs and Handling the Files...[FILE] Deletes a song from the Clavinova’s save memory or (CLP-170 only) from a floppy disk...[DeleteSong] This deletes a song from memory or (CLP-170 only) from disk. It is not possible to delete a preset song or the current song. A B NO C YES D TIP To delete a Current song, select “ALL” for the ChannelClear parameter in the “SONG SETTING” menu (page 74).
Saving Recorded Songs and Handling the Files...[FILE] Renaming a song...[RenameSong] You can change a song’s title except for the preset songs and [P-000: NewSong]. A B NO C YES D Procedure See page 47 for basic operation information. The following is a detailed procedure for Step 4. 4. Name the song as described in the [SaveToMemory] section (page 48). CAUTION Do not turn off the power or eject the floppy disk while the screen displays “Executing.
Saving Recorded Songs and Handling the Files...[FILE] Copying data from one floppy disk to another...[CopyDisk] (CLP-170) You can copy the entire contents of one floppy disk to another floppy disk. A B NO C YES D Procedure See page 47 for basic operation information. The following is a detailed procedure for Step 4. 4-1 Make sure that a formatted floppy disk is inserted in the disk drive. 4-2 Press the B [+ (YES)] button located next to “Execute?→.
Saving Recorded Songs and Handling the Files...[FILE] Formatting a floppy disk...[FormatDisk] (CLP-170) You can format a floppy disk so that it can be used with the Clavinova. A B NO C YES D Procedure Refer to page 47 for the basic procedure. Perform the following operations in step 4. 4-1 Make sure that the formatted floppy disk is inserted in the disk drive. 4-2 Press the B [+ (YES)] button located next to “Execute?→.” Follow the instructions on screen.
Saving Recorded Songs and Handling the Files...[FILE] Automatically open a song when the disk is inserted [FloppyDiskSongAutoOpen] (CLP-170) Specify whether a song will automatically be opened when you insert a disk. Procedure Refer to page 47 for the basic procedure. Perform the following operation in step 4. 4 Use D [–][+] to select ON or OFF. Changing the type of characters on screen...[CharacterCode] You can change the type of characters that appear on screen. The default setting is “International.
Playing Back Recorded Songs and Commercially-available Music Data TIP See page 57 for information on the types of song data that can be played on the Clavinova. You can play back songs recorded using the Record function (page 38) as well as commercially-available music data. You can also play the keyboard along with the playback. TIP Songs containing a large amount of data may not be able to be read properly by the instrument, and as such you may not be able to select them.
Playing Back Recorded Songs and Commercially-available Music Data 3. Start playback. Press the SONG [START/STOP] button. Starting playback automatically as you start playing the keyboard (Synchro Start) You can start playback as soon as you start playing the keyboard. This is called the “Synchro Start” function. To enter Synchro Start standby mode, press and hold down the [TOP] button and press the SONG [START/STOP] button. The SONG [START/STOP] indicator flashes. Now play the keyboard.
Playing Back Recorded Songs and Commercially-available Music Data 5. Return to the main screen. Press the [EXIT] button. Eject the floppy disk from the disk drive if you have been playing a disk song (CLP-170). Turning track playback on and off When you select a song on the Clavinova, the indicators for tracks that contain data ([TRACK 1], [TRACK 2], [EXTRA TRACKS]) are lit in green.
CLP170,150E.book Page 58 Thursday, October 31, 2002 2:29 PM Playing Back Recorded Songs and Commercially-available Music Data Voice arrangement format XG voice arrangement GM system level 1 voice arrangement DOC voice arrangement (CLP-170) Performance data recorded with preset XG voices on the CLP-170/150 can be played on other XG-compatible instruments. See page 6 of the separate “Reference Booklet” for the XG voice list. Refer to “Data compatibility” on page 107 for more information on formats.
Connections Connectors CAUTION Before connecting the Clavinova to other electronic components, turn off the power to all the components. Before turning the power on or off to all components, set all volume levels to minimum (0). Otherwise, electrical shock or damage to the components may occur.
Connections 6 AUX IN [R], [L/L+R] jacks The stereo outputs from another instrument can be connected to these jacks, allowing the sound of an external instrument to be reproduced via the Clavinova’s speakers. Refer to the diagram below and use audio cables for connection. CAUTION When the Clavinova’s AUX IN jacks are connected to an external device, first turn on the power to the external divice, then to the Clavinova. Reverse this order when you turn the power off.
CLP170,150E.book Page 61 Tuesday, November 12, 2002 9:06 AM Connections Connecting a personal computer You can connect the [TO HOST], MIDI [IN][OUT][THRU], or [USB] connector of the Clavinova to your personal computer and enjoy using the Clavinova in conjunction with musical software on your computer.
CLP170,150E.book Page 62 Thursday, October 31, 2002 2:30 PM Connections 1. Connecting the serial port on the computer to the Clavinova’s TO HOST jack Connect the computer’s serial port (RS-232C or RS-422) to the Clavinova’s TO HOST jack. In this connection, the Clavinova functions as a MIDI interface. Therefore, you do not need a special MIDI interface. Connection Use a special serial cable (page 63) to connect the computer’s serial port (RS-232C or RS-422) to the Clavinova’s TO HOST jack.
CLP170,150E.book Page 63 Thursday, October 31, 2002 2:30 PM Connections Type of serial cables and connection pin assignments According to the type of computer you connect, use one of the following serial cables.
Connections 2. Using a MIDI interface and the Clavinova’s MIDI connectors Connection Use a MIDI interface device to connect a computer to the Clavinova using special MIDI cables. Clavinova IN OUT (CLP-170) THRU PC-2 MIDI Mac USB HOST SELECT MIDI IN MIDI OUT MIDI IN MIDI OUT MIDI OUT MIDI IN MIDI interface MIDI interface Windows Macintosh Clavinova HOST SELECT switch setting Set the Clavinova HOST SELECT switch to “MIDI.
Connections 3. Connecting the USB port on the computer to the Clavinova’s USB jack If you connect the Clavinova to your computer, you can transfer MIDI data between your computer and the Clavinova. You can also use the included File Utility (software for your computer) to transfer files between your computer and the internal memory of the Clavinova. Connections Use a USB cable to connect the USB port on your computer to the [USB] jack on the Clavinova.
CLP170,150E.book Page 66 Thursday, May 30, 2002 10:42 AM Connections About the USB connector • In order to use MIDI on your computer, you will need application software that is appropriate for your computer and that meets your needs. • If you want to use a USB cable to connect the Clavinova to your computer, you must connect the USB cable before turning on the power of the Clavinova. Also, do not turn the power of the Clavinova on or off while application software that uses USB MIDI is running.
Detailed Settings CLP-170/150 67
Detailed Settings You can set various parameters to make the best use of Clavinova functions, such as fine tuning the pitch, selecting a voice for the metronome, repeating playback, etc. For the basic procedure to make these settings, refer to page 95. Parameter List The following parameters are available.
Detailed Settings Voices [VOICE SETTING] In Dual mode, parameters with the “ *” mark are set for Voice 1 and Voice 2 individually.
Detailed Settings MIDI [MIDI SETTING] Settings MIDI transmit channel Specify the MIDI receive channel Local control on/off Selecting performance from the keyboard or song data for MIDI transmission Type of data received via MIDI Type of data transmitted via MIDI Song data bulk dump Transmitting the initial settings Voice data bulk dump Parameter name Reference page MidiOutChannel MidiInChannel LocalControl 88 88 89 MidiOutSelect 89 ReceiveParameter TransmitParameter SongBulkDump InitialSetup VoiceBu
Detailed Settings Making detailed settings 1 SONG SELECT SONG TRACK 1 TRACK 2 EXTRA TRACKS FILE TOP START/STOP REC SONG SETTING KEYBOARD METRONOME START/STOP SETTING DOWN 2 A 3 4 B 1 CONTRAST UP GRAND PIANO 1 GRAND PIANO 2 E.PIANO 1 E.PIANO 2 HARPSICHORD E.CLAVICHORD VIBRAPHONE GUITAR CHURCH ORGAN JAZZ ORGAN STRINGS CHOIR SYNTH. PAD WOOD BASS E.
Detailed Settings 4. Write, execute, or save the data. There are two ways to respond to the messages. If “Execute?→” or “Start?→” appears: Press the B [+(YES)] button to display confirmation ([Sure?→]). To proceed, press the B [+(YES)] button again. The Clavinova displays “Executing” and writes the data. When the operation is complete, it displays “Completed” for three seconds, then returns to the previous screen. To cancel the operation, press the B [–(NO)] button instead of the B [+(YES)] button.
Detailed settings for recording and playback [SONG SETTING] You can make detailed settings for the selected song. First, select the desired song from preset songs (“PresetSong”), memory songs (“MemorySong”), or disk songs (“DiskSong”) (CLP-170) (see page 55). Procedure Select the desired song and press the [SONG SETTING] button to access the “Song Setting” menu. [SONG SETTING] If you select “1/8” for correction: Correcting note timing [Quantize] Performance data You can correct the timing of notes.
Detailed settings for recording and playback [SONG SETTING] Specifying whether playback starts immediately along with the first voicing [QuickPlay] This parameter enables you to specify whether a song that starts from the middle of a bar, or a song with a silence prior to the first note, should be played from the first note or from the top of the bar (rest or blank). See the procedure on page 71. Deleting data from each channel [ChannelClear] You can delete data from each of 16 channels.
Detailed settings for recording and playback [SONG SETTING] TIP Use the following buttons to specify the range to be repeated during song playback. C [–][+] ........ specifies the start point of the repeat. D [–]/[+] .......specifies the end point of the repeat. NOTE When you select another song, the specified range is automatically cancelled and the Repeat function is turned off.
Detailed settings for the metronome METRONOME [SETTING] You can set the time signature, volume level, and voice of the Clavinova metronome. Procedure Press the [METRONOME SETTING] button to access the Metronome Setting menu. [METRONOME SETTING] Setting the metronome time signature [TimeSignature] See the procedure on page 71. See the procedure on page 71. A A B NO C NO C Use these buttons to set the denominator of the time signature.
Detailed settings for the voices [VOICE SETTING] This menu enables you to make various detailed settings for the voices in Dual or Split mode and the effects. You can make these settings for each voice (or each combination of voices) individually. You can listen to the notes you play on the keyboard while changing the settings. Procedure 1. Select a voice and press the [VOICE SETTING] button to access the “Voice Setting” menu. [VOICE SETTING] 2.
Detailed settings for the voices [VOICE SETTING] TIP In Dual mode, parameters with the “*” mark are set for Voice 1 and Voice 2 individually. TIP Parameter names enclosed in parentheses ( ) are displayed in Dual mode. Setting the octave [Octave]* Setting the position of right and left channels [Pan]* You can specify the position in the stereo image from which you hear the sound. See the procedure on page 71. A B NO The pitch of a note can be shifted upward or downward in steps of an octave.
Detailed settings for the voices [VOICE SETTING] Selecting the reverb type [ReverbType] Selecting the chorus type [Chorus Type] TIP You cannot set this parameter for the voice parts “Left” and “LeftXLayer.” TIP You cannot set this parameter for the voice parts “Left” and “Left × Layer.” See the procedure on page 71. See the procedure on page 71. A B NO C A B YES NO D C YES D Setting range: Setting range: Room Simulates reverberation in a room.
Detailed settings for the voices [VOICE SETTING] AutoPan Setting the chorus on/off [ChorusOnOff] You can set the [CHORUS] button on or off for each voice. When you select a voice, the chorus on/ off setting for the voice automatically changes according to this parameter. TIP Even if this parameter is turned on, the chorus effect is disabled if the ChorusSend parameter is set to 0. Setting the speed of the vibraphone vibrato effect* [VibeRotorSpeed] See the procedure on page 71.
CLP170,150E.book Page 81 Thursday, May 30, 2002 10:43 AM Detailed settings for the voices [VOICE SETTING] Turning the vibraphone vibrato effect on/off* [VibeRotorOnOff (RotorOnOff)] Adjusting the brightness of the sound* [Brightness] See the procedure on page 71. This will be displayed only if VibeRotor is selected for the DSP Type parameter explained above. It turns on/off the vibrato effect that is applied when you use the VibeRotor pedal. See the procedure on page 71.
Detailed settings for the voices [VOICE SETTING] Adjusting the low-range frequency of the equalizer* [EQ LowFreq. (EQ L.Freq)] Adjusting the high-range frequency of the equalizer* [EQ HighFreq. (EQ H.Freq)] TERMINOLOGY Equalizer: An audio equalizer divides the frequency spectrum into multiple regions and enables the user to adjust the relative amplitude of each region. See the procedure on page 71. Setting range: High Gain Low Gain 500 Hz–16.
Detailed settings for the voices [VOICE SETTING] Setting the touch sensitivity [TouchSense]* Setting the right pedal function [RPedal] This parameter enables determines the manner and degree to which the volume level changes in response to your touch on the keyboard (how hard you play). Since the volume level of the harpsichords and pipe organs do not change regardless of how you play the keyboard, the normal setting for these voices is 127. (See the setting range below.) See the procedure on page 71.
Detailed settings for the voices [VOICE SETTING] Setting the left pedal function [LPedal] See the procedure on page 71. A B NO C YES D Setting range: Same as “Right pedal function assignment” (page 83). Normal Setting: Soft (for all voices other than JazzOrgan and VibraPhone) Rotary Speed (JazzOrgan), Vibraphone (VibeRotor) Setting the auxiliary pedal function [AuxPedal] You can assign a function to the pedal connected to the Clavinova’s AUX PEDAL jack. See the procedure on page 71.
CLP170,150E.book Page 85 Thursday, May 30, 2002 10:43 AM Detailed settings for iAFC [iAFC SETTING] (CLP-170) This section describes how to adjust various iAFC settings, such as selecting the iAFC type and adjusting the depth. You can also perform an automatic adjustment in order to obtain the optimal iAFC effect. Procedure Press [iAFC SETTING] to enter iAFC Setting mode.
Detailed settings for iAFC [iAFC SETTING] (CLP-170) Calibration (automatic adjustment) [Calibration] Restoring the default iAFC settings [iAFC Default] This automatically adjusts the sensitivity and response of iAFC so that the optimal iAFC effect will be obtained. When automatic adjustment begins, a fairly loud harpsichord note will sound four times at a fixed interval. Automatic adjustment will end in approximately two and a half minutes.
MIDI [MIDI SETTING] You can make detailed MIDI settings, such as setting up MIDI transmit/receive channels. About MIDI MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a standard format for data transmission/reception. It enables the transfer of performance data and commands between MIDI devices and personal computers. Using MIDI, you can control a connected MIDI device from the Clavinova, or control the Clavinova from a connected MIDI device or computer. MIDI connectors MIDI [IN]: Receives MIDI data.
MIDI [MIDI SETTING] Procedure Press the [MIDI SETTING] button to enter MIDI setting mode. [MIDI SETTING] Setting the MIDI transmit channel [MidiOutChannel] Setting the MIDI receive channel [MidiInChannel] This parameter enables you to specify the channel on which the Clavinova transmits MIDI data. See the procedure on page 71. A You can specify whether each channel of data from MIDI [IN], [TO HOST], and [USB] will be received. See the procedure on page 71.
MIDI [MIDI SETTING] Setting Local control on/off [LocalControl] “Local Control On” is a state in which the Clavinova produces the sound from its tone generator when you play the keyboard. In “Local Control Off ” state, the keyboard and the tone generator are cut off from each other. This means that even if you play the keyboard, the Clavinova will not produce the sound. Instead, the keyboard data can be transmitted via MIDI to a connected MIDI device, which can produce the sound.
MIDI [MIDI SETTING] Transmitting the initial settings on the panel [InitialSetup] You can transmit the panel data, such as voice selection, to a connected sequencer. Before you record performance data to a connected MDF3 or sequencer, it is useful if you first send and record (at the beginning of the performance data) the panel setup data for your performance during playback. See the procedure on page 71.
Other settings You can make detailed settings for touch, tuning, scale, etc. Procedure Press the [OTHER SETTING] button to enter Other Setting mode. [OTHER SETTING] Selecting a touch response [TouchResponse] Fine tuning the pitch [Tune] You can specify a touch response (how the sound responds to the way you play the keys). See the procedure on page 71. A You can fine tune the pitch of the entire instrument. This function is useful when you play the Clavinova along with other instruments or CD music.
Other settings Selecting a scale [Scale] A You can select various scales. Equal Temperament is the most common contemporary piano tuning scale. However, history has known numerous other scales, many of which serve as the basis for certain genres of music. You can experience the tunings of these genres. See the procedure on page 71. A B NO C NO C D Equal One octave is divided into twelve equal intervals. Currently most popular piano tuning scale.
Other settings Setting range: –12 (–1 octave)–0 (normal pitch)–+12 (+1 octave) Adjusting the depth of the Soft pedal [SoftPedalDepth] Specify the volume of the keyoff sound [KeyOffSamplingDepth] You can adjust the volume of the key-off sound (the subtle sound that occurs when you release a key) This is effective on the voice groups “Grand Piano1,” “Harpsichord,” and “E.Clavichord” and on the voice “E.Piano2.” See the procedure on page 71. See the procedure on page 71.
Other settings Assign the SONG [START/ STOP] function to the pedal [PedalStart/Stop] Setting the point at which the damper pedal starts to affect the sound [HalfPedalPoint] TIP If you assign the SONG START/STOP function to a pedal and turn the function On, the pedal function assigned to the pedal in the Voice Setting menu (pages 83 and 84) is disabled. See the procedure on page 71. A B NO YES C Select a pedal to assign the function.
Other settings Switch the speaker on/off [Speaker] Restoring the normal (default) settings [FactorySet] This setting lets you switch the speaker on/off. See the procedure on page 71. Normal (HeadphoneSW) The speaker will sound only if headphones are not connected. On The speaker will always sound. Off The speaker will not sound. You can reset the Clavinova to its normal (factory default) settings. • The CharacterCode parameter setting in the File menu does not change.
CLP170,150E.book Page 96 Thursday, May 30, 2002 10:43 AM Message List The messages are listed in alphabetical order. Message Meaning This will be displayed following the “BulkDataReceiving Voice” message. This indicates that the Clavinova finished receiving the bulk data. Once you have verified this message, you may proceed to the next step. Receiving bulk data has failed. Check the parameter settings and try again. The Clavinova is receiving the voice setting bulk data while this message is displayed.
Message List Message (CLP-170) Meaning You attempted to eject a floppy disk from the disk drive while the drive was writing or reading. The writing or reading operation is not complete yet. Try it again. When you attempted to rename a song and save it in “RenameSong” (page 51), this message will appear if an identically-named song already exists in the save memory / floppy disk that contains that song. Three seconds after this message is displayed, you will return to the previous screen.
Message List Message Meaning (CLP-170) In the CopyDisk operation (page 52), the copy source disk has not been inserted to the disk drive. Insert the disk. (CLP-170) In the CopyDisk operation (page 52), the copy destination disk has not been inserted into the disk drive. Insert the disk. You turned off the power to the Clavinova while it was writing a song to storage memory. This message appears next time you turn on the power. The Clavinova checks if the contents of storage memory can be recovered.
Details.fm Page 99 Tuesday, June 4, 2002 6:02 PM Message List Message Meaning This message prompts you to select whether you wish to overwrite the existing data with new data when you add recordings to a song. Press the B [+ (YES)] button to allow overwriting. Press the B [– (NO)] button to cancel. You tried to start playing a song or perform another operation right after you select the song. Wait until the message disappears. (CLP-170) 1.
Message List Message Meaning 1. This message will appear if a problem is found with the song data when you select a song or while the song is playing. In this case, reselect the song, and try once again to play it back. If the message still appears, the song data may have been damaged. 2. This message will appear if a different “CharacterCode” (page 54) is selected than when you assigned the song name. In this case, switch the “CharacterCode”, re-select the song, and play back. 1.
Message List Message Meaning This message means that the Clavinova was unable to transmit voice bulk data. If this message appears, make sure that the power of your computer is not turned off, that the cable is connected correctly, that the HOST SELECT switch is set correctly, and that the driver on your computer is functioning correctly. Then try transmitting the data once again. (CLP-170) You tried to copy data to a different type of disk (e.x.
CLP170,150E.book Page 102 Thursday, May 30, 2002 10:44 AM Questions about Operations and Functions ■ The buttons do not respond. While you are using a function, some buttons not used for the function are disabled. If the song is playing, stop the playback. Otherwise, press the [EXIT] button to return to the main screen. Then, perform the desired operation. ■ The sound sustains and does not decay when I press the sostenuto pedal.
Questions about Operations and Functions ■ I cannot change the key signature in the song after recording. Press the [TOP] button to locate the top of the song, use the B [–]/[+] buttons to locate the measure in which you wish to change the key signature, then change it. ■ How much data can I record? • Current memory (page 48): About 800KB • Storage memory (page 48): About 750KB • 2DD floppy disk (CLP-170) (page 12): about 720KB • 2HD floppy disk (CLP-170) (page 12): about 1.
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Troubleshooting Problem Cause The power of the Clavinova does not turn on. The power cable is not plugged in (check at the Clavinova and at the electrical outlet). Insert the power cable plug firmly into the Clavinova and into the electrical outlet of the correct voltage. (page 17) There is a clicking noise when you press [POWER] to turn the power on or off. This is caused by the electrical power within the instrument. This is not a malfunction. Noise is heard from the Clavinova.
Data Compatibility This section covers basic information on data compatibility: whether or not other MIDI devices can playback the data recorded by CLP-170/150, and whether or not the CLP-170/150 can playback commercially available song data or song data created for other instruments or on a computer. Depending on the MIDI device or data characteristics, you may be able to play back the data without any problem, or you may have to perform some special operations before the data can be played back.
CLP170,150E.book Page 108 Thursday, October 31, 2002 2:30 PM Data Compatibility Voice Allocation Format With MIDI, voices are assigned to specific numbers, called “program numbers.” The numbering standard (order of voice allocation) is referred to as the “voice allocation format.” • Voices may not play back as expected unless the voice allocation format of the song data matches that of the compatible MIDI device used for playback.
Preset Voice List : YES, ×: No Voice group Voice name Stereo sampling Touch Sense Dynamic sampling Key-off samples String resonance GrandPiano1 This sound was sampled from a full concert grand piano. Three stages of dynamics were sampled, and no effort has been spared in making the sound virtually identical to that of an acoustic piano. Even the tonal changes produced by the damper pedal and the subtle sounds of releasing a key are reproduced.
Preset Voice List Voice group Voice name NylonGuitar Stereo sampling ( Touch Sense ) Dynamic sampling String resonance Voice description × × A warm and natural nylon-string guitar sound. Enjoy the atmosphere it adds to a quiet song. (On the CLP-170, stereo sampling is used for realism. Strongly-played notes will sound a harmonic, producing an even more guitar-like impression.) × × × A bright steel guitar sound. Ideal for popular music.
Voice Combination Examples (Dual and Split) Dual MAIN + MAIN GrandPiano1 + E.Piano1 GrandPiano1 + E.Piano2 GrandPiano1 + SynthPiano MAIN + MAIN GrandPiano2 + GrandPiano2 MAIN + MAIN E.Piano1 + SlowChoir MAIN + MAIN E.Piano2 + E.Clavichord MAIN + MAIN Harpsichord8' + Strings MAIN + MAIN Celesta + SynthStirngs MAIN + MAIN This combination is often used in popular music. This produces a fantasy, spacious piano sound.
CLP-150: Keyboard Stand Assembly CAUTION • Be careful not to confuse parts, and be sure to install all parts in the correct direction. Please assemble in accordance with the sequence given below. • Assembly should be carried out by at least two persons. • Be sure to use the correct screw size, as indicated below. Use of incorrect screws can cause damage. • Be sure to tighten up all screws upon completing assembly of each unit. • To disassemble, reverse the assembly sequence given below.
CLP-150: Keyboard Stand Assembly 3. Fix the main unit. 5. Secure the pedal cord. CAUTION Fingers can become pinched between the main unit and the rear or side panels, be extra careful so as not to drop the main unit. CAUTION Do not hold the keyboard in any position other than the position shown in the illustration. PEDA L Be sure to place your hands at least 10 cm from either end of the main unit when positioning it. (1) Insert the pedal cord plug to the pedal connector from the front.
CLP-150: Keyboard Stand Assembly 7. Set the adjuster. When moving the instrument after assembly, always hold the bottom of the main unit. CAUTION Rotate the adjuster until it comes in firm contact with the floor surface. After completing the assembly, please check the following. • Are there any parts left over? • Review the assembly procedure and correct any errors. • Is the Clavinova clear of doors and other movable fixtures? • Move the Clavinova to an appropriate location.
CLP-170: Keyboard Stand Assembly CAUTION • Be careful not to confuse parts, and be sure to install all parts in the correct direction. Please assemble in accordance with the sequence given below. • Assembly should be carried out by at least two persons. • Be sure to use the correct screw size, as indicated below. Use of incorrect screws can cause damage. • Be sure to tighten up all screws upon completing assembly of each unit. • To disassemble, reverse the assembly sequence given below.
CLP170,150E.book Page 116 Thursday, May 30, 2002 10:44 AM CLP-170: Keyboard Stand Assembly 2. Attach the front panel. 4. (1) Insert the front panel in alignment with the metal hardware of the pedal box/side panel (right) and side panel (left). Fix the main unit. R (1) Center the main unit to produce equal clearance on the left and right sides. (3) Use 6 × 16 mm short screws 2 to fasten the main unit from the front. L (2) Secure the panel using the six 4 × 14mm thin screws 3.
CLP170,150E.book Page 117 Thursday, May 30, 2002 10:44 AM CLP-170: Keyboard Stand Assembly 7. Fasten the rear panel. (1) Use the two 4 × 14 mm thin screws 3 to fasten the upper edge. (2) Use four 4 × 20 mm pointed screws 4 to fasten the lower edge. 8. Set the adjuster. Rotate the adjuster until it comes in firm contact with the floor surface. 9. Set the voltage selector and connect the power cord. After completing the assembly, please check the following.
CLP170,150E.book Page 118 Thursday, October 31, 2002 2:30 PM Index You can search the desired section using not only the terminology in this manual but also commonly-used words. The * mark indicates that the corresponding page includes the terminology explanation in the right column.
N S New Song 38 Normal setting* 30 Scale 92 Screen 21 Select 50 piano preset songs 24 Demo Songs 23 Recorded Songs and Music Data 55 Selecting a touch response 91 SETTING metronome 76 Volume 18 SMF (Standard MIDI File) 107 Soft (left) pedal 29 Song Data Type 57 Delete 50 Detailed settings 73 Playing back repeatedly 75 Rename 51 Store 46 Store (Floopy disk) 49 Store (Storage memory) 49 SONG [START/STOP] 50 Piano Preset Songs 24 Recorded Songs and Music Data 56 Recording 39 SONG BALANCE 45 SONG SELECT 50 P
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INFORMATION RELATING TO PERSONAL INJURY, ELECTRICAL SHOCK, AND FIRE HAZARD POSSIBILITIES HAS BEEN INCLUDED IN THIS LIST. WARNING- When using any electrical or electronic product, basic precautions should always be followed. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following: 1.
FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.) 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product. 2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions.
Introduction SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION For details of products, please contact your nearest Yamaha or the authorized distributor listed below. Pour plus de détails sur les produits, veuillez-vous adresser à Yamaha ou au distributeur le plus proche de vous figurant dans la liste suivante.
CLP-170/CLP-150 CLP-170 CLP-150 Owner's Manual Clavinova Web site (English only) http://www.yamahaclavinova.com/ Yamaha Manual Library http://www2.yamaha.co.jp/manual/english/ 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.
