CV P- 709 CVP - 705 Owner’s Manual Mode d’emploi Manual de instrucciones Thank you for purchasing this Yamaha Clavinova! We recommend that you read this manual carefully so that you can fully take advantage of the advanced and convenient functions of the instrument. We also recommend that you keep this manual in a safe and handy place for future reference. Before using the instrument, be sure to read “PRECAUTIONS” on pages 5-6.
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PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING Please keep this manual in a safe and handy 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 Fire warning • Do not place the power cord near heat sources such as heaters or radiators.
CAUTION Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you or others, or damage to the instrument or other property. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following: Power supply/Power cord Connections • Do not connect the instrument to an electrical outlet using a multiple-connector. Doing so can result in lower sound quality, or possibly cause overheating in the outlet.
NOTICE To avoid the possibility of malfunction/damage to the product, damage to data, or damage to other property, follow the notices below. Handling • Do not use the instrument in the vicinity of a TV, radio, stereo equipment, mobile phone, or other electric devices. Otherwise, the instrument, TV, or radio may generate noise.
About functions/data bundled with the instrument • Some of the preset songs have been edited for length or arrangement, and may not be exactly the same as the original. • This device is capable of using various types/formats of music data by optimizing them to the proper format music data for use with the device in advance. As a result, this device may not play them back precisely as their producers or composers originally intended.
About the Manuals This instrument has the following documents and instructional materials. Included Documents Owner’s Manual (this book) Explains the basic operations of this instrument. Data List Contains various important preset content lists such as Voices, Styles, etc. Online Materials (Downloadable from the web) Reference Manual (only in English, French, German and Spanish) Explains advanced functions and settings of this instrument.
Contents PRECAUTIONS............................................................................................................................................... 5 NOTICE ............................................................................................................................................................ 7 Information ......................................................................................................................................................
Calling up Panel Settings Appropriate for the Current Style (One Touch Setting) ............................. 60 Searching for Suitable Songs for the Current Style ................................................................................... 61 Calling up Optimum Styles for Your Performance (Style Recommender) ........................................... 62 Changing the Chord Fingering Type ..........................................................................................................
Welcome to the World of CVP! This new CVP model is equipped with a convenient touch screen, enabling visual and intuitive control over virtually all instrument functions.
Moreover, special Audio Styles (CVP-709 only) have been provided, which feature audio recordings of studio musicians playing in various recording studios worldwide. This adds all the natural feel, ambience and warmth to the drums and percussion of the Style, giving your performance greater expressive potential. Enjoyable Song Lesson Features—with Score Display and Guide Lamps The Lesson features are a fun way to learn and master Songs, with notation shown on the display.
Panel Controls 2 3 45 6 7 9 ) @ 1 8 ! Panel Controls A-1 B-1 C0 D0 E0 F0 G0 A0 B0 C1 D1 E1 F1 G1 A1 B1 C2 D2 E2 F2 G2 A2 B2 C3 D3 E3 Panel Setup (Panel Settings) These settings of the instrument made by using the controls on the panel are together referred to as “panel setup” or “panel settings” in this manual. 1 [USB TO DEVICE] terminal ............ page 97 For connecting a USB flash drive or USB wireless LAN adaptor. 2 [P] (Standby/On) switch ..................
# ^ % & * ( Panel Controls $ F3 G3 A3 B3 C4 D4 E4 F4 G4 A4 B4 C5 D5 E5 CVP-709 F5 G5 A5 B5 C6 D6 E6 Key cover (page 16) Music rest (page 16) Sheet music braces (page 16) F6 G6 A6 B6 C7 CVP-705 Music rest (page 16) Key cover (page 16) Sheet music braces (page 16) Guide lamps (page 70) Guide lamps (page 70) Pedals (page 38) I/O connectors (page 94) I/O connectors (page 94) Pedals (page 38) [AC IN] jack (page 18) For connecting the power cord.
Starting Up Opening/Closing the Key Cover To open the key cover, hold the hand grip with both hands, then lift the key cover slightly, and push it up and back. To close the key cover, lower the key cover back in place gently with both hands. CAUTION Be careful to avoid catching your fingers when opening/closing the cover. Starting Up CAUTION • Hold the cover with both hands when opening or closing it. Do not release it until it is fully opened or closed.
Opening/Closing the Lid (CVP-709 Grand Piano type) One long stay and one short stay are provided on the lid. Use one of them to hold the lid open at the desired angle. Opening the Lid 1 Raise the music rest. 2 2 Raise and hold the right side of the lid (viewed from the keyboard end of the instrument). 1 3 Starting Up 3 Raise the lid stay and carefully lower the lid so that the end of the stay fits into the recess in the lid. CAUTION Do not let children open or close the lid.
Power Supply Connect the plugs of the power cord in the order shown in the illustration. In some areas a plug adaptor may be provided to match the pin configuration of the AC wall outlets in your area. 1 [AC IN] jack (page 15) 2 Starting Up AC Outlet The shape of the plug and outlet differ depending on your locale. WARNING Use only the supplied power cord. CAUTION When setting up the product, make sure that the AC outlet you are using is easily accessible.
Turning On/Off the Power 1 2 Turn down the [MASTER VOLUME] dial to “MIN.” Press the [P] (Standby/On) switch to turn the power on. Starting Up The display and the power indicator located below the left end of the keyboard lights up. Adjust the volume as desired while playing the keyboard. The power indicator lights up. 3 Press and hold the [P] (Standby/On) switch for about a second to turn the power off.
Adjusting the Master Volume To adjust the volume of the entire keyboard sound, use the [MASTER VOLUME] dial while playing the keyboard. CAUTION Starting Up Do not use the instrument for a long period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing loss. Intelligent Acoustic Control (IAC) IAC is a function which automatically adjusts and controls the sound quality according to the overall volume of the instrument.
Using Headphones Connect a pair of headphones to the [PHONES] jack. Since this instrument is equipped with two [PHONES] jacks, you can connect two pairs of headphones. If you are using only one pair, insert the plug into either of these jacks. Starting Up Headphone hanger Standard stereo phone plug CAUTION Do not use the headphones for a long period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing loss.
Making Basic Settings As necessary, make basic settings for the instrument, such as the language shown on the display. 1 Call up the operation display (Utility). First, touch [Menu] at the bottom right corner of the Home display which is shown when the power is turned on. Then touch [] to move to page 2 (if necessary), and touch [Utility]. Touch [System] on the display. 3 Make the necessary settings by touching the display.
Changing the Brightness of Display Here you can change certain display settings as desired, including brightness. 1 2 Call up the operation display (Utility) (step 1 on page 22). 3 Change the settings by touching the display. Starting Up Touch [Display/Touch Screen] on the display. Home Theme Touch and change the theme (background) of the Home display. The available settings are Piano/White/Black. Brightness Touch [L]/[R] to adjust the brightness of the display.
Display Structure Turning on this instrument calls up the Home display, from which you can call up the File Selection display and Menu display, providing you convenient access to various functions and allowing you to make various settings. For detailed instructions on the display, refer to page 26. File Selection display Style Selection display Voice Selection display Display Structure You can call up the desired type of display by touching the Style name, Voice name or Song name on the Home display.
Display Structure Song Selection display By expanding the Song area, you can call up the playbackrelated controls on the display.
Basic Operations Display Configuration This section covers the most often used displays: Home, File Selection and Menu. The Home display appears when the power is turned on. The File Selection display and Menu display can be called up from the Home display. Home Display Appears when the power is turned on, and can be called up when the [HOME] button is pressed. This display shows the current basic settings such as the current Voice and Style, allowing you to see them at a single glance.
5 Menu area Contains the shortcut icons which let you call up various functions with a single touch. Touching a shortcut icon will call up the display of the corresponding function. Touch [Menu] icon at the right end to call up the Menu display, from which you can register shortcut icons as desired here (page 31). File Selection Display The File Selection display is for selecting a Voice, Style, Song, and other data.
4 Operation icons The functions (save, copy, delete, etc.) which can be operated via the File Selection display are shown. The icons shown here differ depending on which File Selection display is selected. For detailed instructions, refer to pages 33 – 37, or the instructions for each function’s File Selection display. Menu Display This is the portal display for using various functions and can be called up by touching the [Menu] icon at the bottom right corner of the Home display.
Display-based Controls The display of this instrument is a special touch screen that allows you to select or change the desired parameter by simply touching the corresponding setting on the display. Data dial [HOME] button Using the Display (Touch Screen) NOTICE Do not use any sharp or hard tools to operate the touch screen. Doing so may damage the display. NOTE Basic Operations Display Keep in mind that operation by simultaneously touching two or more points on the display is not possible.
Rotate Touch and hold the display knob, and rotate your finger around the knob to change the parameter value. Touch and hold This instruction means to touch the object in the display and hold it for a while. When setting values by using []/[], a slider or a knob, you can restore the default value by touching and holding the value on the display. Rotating the Data Dial Depending on the display, the Data dial can be used in the following two ways.
Calling up the Desired Functions from the Home Display From all the functions shown on the Menu display, you can pick out an often used one and register it to a shortcut. Registered shortcuts are shown in the Menu area (page 27) at the bottom of the Home display, allowing you to quickly call up the desired function from the Home display. Replacing a Shortcut on the Home Display Although seven shortcuts are registered by default, you can customize them as necessary.
Deleting a Shortcut 1 Touch and hold the desired icon until the color changes. NOTE To cancel this operation, touch any blank location on the display before going on to step 2. 1 2 Touch the same icon again to delete it from the shortcuts. Using the ASSIGNABLE Buttons Basic Operations You can assign the functions which you use frequently to these four panel buttons at the left side of the display. Also, any of the functions listed on the Menu display can be assigned here as a shortcut.
File Management Data you have created such as recorded Song and edited Voice can be saved as files to the instrument (referred to as “User memory”) and a USB flash drive. If you’ve saved a lot of files, you may have trouble finding the desired file quickly. To make operation easier, you can organize your files in folders, rename the files, delete unnecessary files, etc. These operations are done in the File Selection display.
Creating a New Folder Folders can be created, named and organized as desired, making it easier to find and select your original data. NOTE • In User memory, no more than three folder levels can be created. The maximum total number of files/folders which can be saved differs depending on the file size and the length of the file/folder names. • The maximum number of files/folders which can be stored in a folder is 500.
Copying or Moving Files You can copy or cut a file and paste it to another location (folder). You can also copy a folder (but not move it) by using the same procedure. NOTE • Files in the Preset tabs cannot be moved. • Copying of commercially available musical data including but not limited to MIDI data and/or audio data is strictly prohibited except for your personal use. Commercially available Song data may be copy protected to prevent illegal copying or accidental erasure.
Registering Files to the Favorite Tab You can call up your favorite or often used Voices or Styles quickly by registering them to the Favorite tab. Touch the star mark ( ) at the right side of each file to register the corresponding file to the Favorite tab. To remove the registered file from the Favorite tab, touch the colored star mark ( ) in the Favorite tab or in the tab which actually contains the corresponding file.
Restrictions for protected Songs Commercially available Song data may be copy protected to prevent illegal copying or accidental erasure. They are marked by the indications at the left side of the file names. The indications and relevant restrictions are detailed below. • (gray) Protected 1: Indicates Preset Songs saved to the “USER” (User memory) and Disklavier Piano Soft Songs. These cannot be copied/moved/saved to external devices.
3 Input the desired character one by one. To delete a single character, touch [Delete]; to delete all characters at once, touch and hold [Delete]. To enter a space, touch the space key indicated in the illustration on the previous page. NOTE • Depending on the display for character entry you are working in, some types of characters cannot be entered. • A file name can contain up to 46 characters and a folder name can contain up to 50 characters.
GP Responsive Damper Pedal (CVP-709 only) This special pedal has been designed to provide enhanced tactile response and, when pressed, is much closer in feel to the pedal of an actual grand piano. It makes it easier to physically experience the half-pedal point and more easily apply the half-pedal effect than other pedals.
Adjusting the Tempo The TEMPO [-] and [+] buttons let you change the playback tempo of Metronome, Style and MIDI Song. The tempo of the Style and MIDI Song can also be adjusted via the [TAP TEMPO] button. NOTE If you want to adjust the tempo of an Audio Song, use the Time Stretch function on page 74. TEMPO [-]/[+] buttons Basic Operations Press the TEMPO [-] or [+] button to call up the Tempo pop-up display.
2 Make the settings by touching the display. Touch Curve Enter checkmarks to the boxes of the desired keyboard parts, then touch here to call up the setting window and select the Touch Sensitivity type. If you remove the checkmark, playing the corresponding part will produce a fixed velocity regardless of your playing strength. NOTE The Touch Sensitivity settings may have no effect with certain Voices.
Fine tuning the pitch By default, the pitch of the entire instrument is set to 440.0 Hz according to equal temperament. This setup can be changed from the display called up via [Menu] → [Tuning]. For details, refer to the Reference Manual on the website (page 9). Hz (Hertz): This unit of measurement refers to the frequency of a sound and represents the number of times a sound wave vibrates in a second. This instrument is tuned to 440.Hz by default to conform to the conventional tuning value (440.
Data Backup You can back up all data in the User memory of this instrument (except for Protected Songs) and all settings to the USB flash drive as a single file. This procedure is recommended for data security and backup in case of damage. NOTE • Before using a USB flash drive, be sure to read “Connecting USB Devices” on page 97. • You can back up User data such as Voice, Song, Style, and Registration Memory by copying them individually to USB flash drive. For instructions, refer to page 35.
Piano Room – Enjoying the Piano Performance – The Piano Room function is for those who want to simply, conveniently, and fully enjoy playing the instrument as a piano. No matter what settings you’ve made from the panel, you can instantly call up the optimum settings for piano performance with a single button press. You can also change the piano settings as you like, or you can enjoy playing the piano as if you are in a small ensemble.
Playing the Piano in Session with Other Instruments 1 2 Press the Touch [PIANO ROOM] button to call up the Piano Room display. at the upper right of the display. Session players appear in the display. Session players can be shown or hidden by touching . 2 3 3 Session players Select the type of accompaniment. Touch the picture of the session players to call up the list for selecting the desired accompaniment. To close the list, touch anywhere outside of the list.
Changing the Accompaniment Settings Touch (Setting), from the display of step 3 on page 45, to call up the display for adjusting the volume of the accompaniment or for turning each part of the accompaniment on or off. For details, refer to the Reference Manual on the website (page 9). Changing/Resetting the Piano Room Settings You can change various Piano Room settings as you like. You can also restore all Piano Room settings to the default.
Recording your Performance in the Piano Room You can record your performance in Piano Room to the instrument or a USB flash drive. NOTE • When you record to the instrument, the method of recording is MIDI. When you record to a USB flash drive, the method of recording is Audio. Refer to page 75 for details on the difference between MIDI and Audio recordings. • In Audio recording, the data is saved in WAV format by default.
Voices – Playing the Keyboard – The instrument features a wide variety of exceptionally realistic instrumental Voices, including piano, guitar, strings, brass, wind instruments and more. Playing Preset Voices The Voices can be played via three keyboard parts: Main, Layer and Left. These playing modes allow you to play just one single Voice (Main), play two different Voices in layer (Main and Layer), or play different Voices in the right- and left-hand areas of the keyboard (Main/Layer and Left).
Using the panel buttons 1-1 To select the keyboard part, press the VOICE [MAIN/LAYER/LEFT] button repeatedly if necessary until the desired part’s lamp lights. 1-1 1-2 1-2 Press one of the desired VOICE category buttons to call up the Voice Selection display. NOTE • You can select Voices for the Main and Layer parts simply by using the Voice category selection buttons. While holding down one of the Voice category selection buttons, press another Voice category selection button.
Voice Characteristics At the left side of each Voice name on the Voice Selection display, the icon which represents its defining characteristic is indicated. There are various Voice characteristics; however, only the following ones are covered here. For detailed explanations, refer to the Reference Manual on the website (page 9). • : VRM Voices (page 52) These recreate the characteristic string resonance of a real acoustic piano. • / : Super Articulation (S.Art, S.
Maintaining the Left Voice (even when releasing the keys) When the Left Hold function is set to “On,” the Left Voice is held even when the keys are released ([Menu] → [Keyboard] → [Setting]). Non-decaying Voices such as strings are held continuously, while decay-type Voices such as piano decay more slowly (as if the sustain pedal has been pressed). When the Left Hold is “On,” an “H” indication appears at the left side of the keyboard illustration in the center of the Home display.
Playing Realistic Resonance-enhanced Piano Sounds (VRM Voices) On an actual acoustic piano, if you press the damper pedal and play a key, not only does the string of the pressed key vibrate, it also causes other strings and the soundboard to vibrate, with each influencing the rest, creating a rich and brilliant resonance that sustains and spreads.
Playing Super Articulation Voices The Super Articulation Voices (S.Art Voices and S.Art2 Voices) enable you to create subtle, very realistic musical expressions, simply by how you play. The icons / are shown on the left side of the voice name of Super Articulation Voices (S.Art, S.Art2) on the Voice Selection display. S.Art Voices The S.Art Voices provide many benefits with great playability and expressive control in real time.
Creating Original Organ Flutes Voices The instrument uses advanced digital technology to recreate the legendary sound of vintage organs. Just as on a traditional organ, you can create your own sound by increasing and decreasing the levels of the flute footages. The created Voice can be saved for future recall. NOTE The term “footage” is a reference to the sound generation of traditional pipe organs, in which the sound is produced by pipes of different lengths (in feet).
Styles – Playing Rhythm and Accompaniment – The instrument features a variety of accompaniment and rhythmic backing patterns (called “Styles”) in a variety of different musical genres including pop, jazz, and many others. Each Style features Auto Accompaniment, letting you produce automatic accompaniment playback simply by playing “chords” with your left hand. This lets you automatically recreate the sound of a full band or orchestra — even if you’re playing by yourself.
2 Touch the desired Style. For the example score above, touch [Country & Blues] category and touch [Modern Country], then touch [Country 8Beat].” The Style category can be selected also by pressing one of the STYLE buttons. NOTE You can change the sub category by pressing the same Style category button twice or more. 3 Make sure that the STYLE CONTROL [ACMP ON/OFF] button is turned on.
Style Characteristics The Style type and its defining characteristics are indicated on the Preset Style icon, such as Audio (CVP-709 only) and Pro. There are various Style characteristics; however, only Audio Styles are covered here. For details about the other icons, refer to the Reference Manual on the website (page 9). • : Audio Style (CVP-709 only) The Audio Styles have been specially produced by adding audio recordings of studio musicians playing in various recording studios worldwide.
To Start/Stop Playing [R/J] (START/STOP) Starts playback of the rhythm part of the current Style. To stop playback, press this button again. NOTE Starts playback of the rhythm part and audio part if the current Style is an Audio Style (CVP-709 only). Playing back both rhythm and auto accompaniment If you turn on the [ACMP ON/OFF] button, both the rhythm part and auto accompaniment can be played back when playing chords in the chord section during Style playback.
Changing Variation (Sections) During Style Playback Each Style features four different Main sections, four Fill-in sections and a Break section. By using these sections effectively, you can easily make your performance sound more dynamic and professional. The section can be freely changed while the Style is playing back. MAIN VARIATION [A] − [D] Press (or touch) one of the MAIN VARIATION [A] – [D] to select the desired Main section (the button lights in red).
Calling up Panel Settings Appropriate for the Current Style (One Touch Setting) One Touch Setting is a powerful and convenient feature that automatically calls up the most appropriate panel settings (Voices or effects, etc.) for the currently selected Style, with the touch of a single button. If you’ve already decided which Style you wish to use, you can have One Touch Setting automatically select the appropriate Voice for you. 1 2 Select the desired Style (steps 1– 2 on page 55).
3 Press the [MEMORY] button of REGISTRATION MEMORY. 3 4 4 Press one of the ONE TOUCH SETTING [1] – [4] buttons. A message appears prompting you to save the panel settings. 5 Touch [Yes] to call up the Style Selection display for saving your data, then save the current settings as a User Style. For instructions on saving, refer to page 33. NOTE To cancel this operation, touch [No].
Calling up Optimum Styles for Your Performance (Style Recommender) This convenient function “recommends” optimum Styles for the song you want to perform, based on your performance. 1 On the Style Selection display, touch Recommender display. (Recommender) to call up the Style 2-1 1 The keyboard is divided (at the B0 key) into two sections as below. The drum instruments (Kick, Snare and Hi-Hat) are assigned to the left-hand section while the piano sound is assigned to the right.
Example 1: Play the following piece in the Piano section. The Styles that best suit your performance and have a similar tempo are listed. Example 2: Play the following rhythm in the Drum section of the keyboard. Snare Kick The Styles that contain a similar drum pattern are listed. 3 Select the desired Style from the list. Try playing keyboard along with the Style if it matches the song you want to play.
Changing the Chord Fingering Type By changing the Chord Fingering type, you can automatically produce appropriate accompaniment even if you don’t press all of the notes which comprise a chord. 1 Call up the Split Point/Fingering window: [Menu] → [Split&Fingering]. NOTE The Split Point/Fingering window can be called up also by holding the keyboard illustration on the Home display. 2 2 Touch []/[] to select the desired Fingering Type.
Basically the same as Fingered, with the exception that less than three notes can be played to indicate the chords (based on the previously played chord, etc.). AI Fingered NOTE Only in the Piano Room, your performance in the Chord section produces the sound of the selected Voice as well as that of the accompaniment.
Song Playback – Playing and Practice Songs – For the Clavinova, “Song” refers to MIDI or audio data which include preset songs, commercially available music files, etc. Not only can you play back a Song and listen to it, but you can also play the keyboard along with Song playback. There are two kinds of Songs that can be recorded and played back on this instrument: MIDI Songs and Audio Songs.
1 On the Home display, touch the Song name to call up the Song Selection display. NOTE Song files (MIDI files) corresponding to the included Music Book are available for free downloading from the website (page 9). 2 Touch the desired Song on the display to select it. A Preset Song can be selected from one of the following tabs: • Usage: The Songs are divided into several usages. • Title: The Songs are sorted in alphabetical order. • Genre: The Songs are divided into several genres.
Queuing the next Song for playback (MIDI Song only) While a MIDI Song is playing back, you can queue up the next MIDI Song for playback. This is convenient for chaining it to the next Song smoothly during stage performance. Select the Song you want to play next in the Song Selection display, while a Song is playing back. The [Next] icon appears at the right side of the corresponding Song name. To cancel this setting, touch the [Next] icon. 4 Touch [J] (STOP) to stop playback.
Moving the Song Playback Position When a MIDI Song is selected: In the Song area (when expanded) of the Home display, the current position of the Song playback is shown. This can be moved forward or backward by moving the slider on the display. Current measure number Last measure number When an Audio Song is selected: Elapsed time Total time Synchro Start (MIDI Song) You can conveniently start playback of a MIDI Song as soon as you start playing the keyboard.
Displaying Lyrics MIDI Audio When the selected Song contains lyric data, you can view it on the instrument’s display during playback. 1 2 Select a MIDI Song (steps 1 − 2 on page 67). Call up the Lyrics display via [Menu] → [Lyrics]. When the Song data contains lyrics data, the lyrics are shown on the display. You can look through the entire lyrics by touching [] or []when Song playback is stopped. As Song playback starts, the color of the lyrics changes, indicating the current position.
1 2 Select a MIDI Song and call up the Score display (page 69). Touch (Playback Settings) to call up the Playback Settings menu. 2 4 3 NOTE The Playback Settings can also be controlled from the Home display and Lyrics display. 3 4 Touch [Guide] to turn it on. Touch [Right] to turn off the right-hand part. The right-hand part is muted and the Guide for the right-hand part is enabled. NOTE Usually, Ch 1 is assigned to [Right], Ch 2 is assigned to [Left], and Ch 3 − 16 are assigned to [Extra].
Repeat Playback MIDI Audio The Song Repeat functions can be used to repeatedly play back a Song or a specific range of measures in a Song. This function controlled in the Song area (when expanded) of the Home display is useful for repeated practicing of difficult-to-play phrases. NOTE When a MIDI Song is selected, you can control Repeat playback also on the Playback Settings menu called up from the Score display or Lyrics display (page 71).
Specifying the repeat range while Songs are stopped 1. Fast-forward the Song to Point A then turn on 2. Fast-forward the Song to Point B then touch (A-B Repeat). (A-B Repeat) again. Playing Multiple Songs Repeatedly You can play several songs repeatedly. Select “All” in “Repeat Mode” ([Menu] → [Song Setting] → [Play]), then touch [R/K] (PLAY/PAUSE) to start playback. All Songs saved in a designated folder will then be played repeatedly in order.
Adjusting the Playback Speed (Time Stretch) MIDI Audio Like Tempo adjustment of a MIDI Song (page 40), you can adjust the playback speed of an Audio Song in USB flash drive by stretching or compressing it. To do this, select an Audio Song then touch (Time Stretch) in the Song area of the Home display to call up the Setup window. Touch []/[] in this window to set the value (from 70% to 160%). Higher values result in a faster tempo.
Song Recording – Recording Your Performance – This instrument allows you to record your performance in the following two methods. • MIDI recording With this method, recorded performances are saved to the instrument or a USB flash drive as an SMF (format 0) MIDI file. If you want to re-record a specific section or change Voices and edit other parameters, use this method. Also if you want to record your performance to each channel one by one, execute Multi Track Recording of the MIDI recording method.
1 On the Home display, touch [] at the upper right to expand the Song area, then touch [I] (Rec) to call up the Song Recording window. 1 NOTE • The contents of the Song Recording window differ depending on the panel settings. • Here and in the later steps, the operation in the Song area of the Home display can be controlled by the SONG CONTROL buttons (page 68). 2 Touch [New MIDI] or [New Audio] to select the desired type of recording.
5 After you finish your performance, touch [] (Stop) on the Home display to stop recording. 5 6 6 7 To hear the recorded performance, touch [R/K] (Play/Pause). Save the recorded performance. In MIDI Recording After recording, (Save) appears in the Song area of the Home display. This icon indicates that recorded data exists but has not yet been saved. NOTICE The recorded MIDI Song will be lost if you change to another Song or you turn the power off without executing the save operation.
Recording to Specified Channels (MIDI Recording) With MIDI Recording, you can create a MIDI Song consisting of 16 channels by recording your performance to each channel one by one. In recording a piano piece, for example, you can record the righthand part to channel 1 then record the left-hand part to channel 2, allowing you create a complete piece which may be difficult to play live with both hands together.
5 Specify the target channel and part for recording. 5-1 From the display, set the part or parts you intend to record to [Rec], and set all other parts to [Off]. 5-2 Touch the channel number under the part(s) you set to [Rec] in step 5-1. In the setting display that appears, specify the channel (1 – 16) for recording. 5-1 5-2 NOTICE Previously recorded data will be overwritten if you set channels which have recorded data to [Rec]. NOTE • Multiple parts can not be recorded to one channel.
7 After you finish your performance, touch [] (Stop) on the Home display to stop recording. 7 8 8 9 To hear the recorded performance, touch [R/K] (Play/Pause). Record your performance to another Channel by repeating steps 2 – 8. In step 3, confirm that [Overwrite MIDI] is selected. In step 5, select a Channel which has no recorded data. In step 6, play the keyboard while listening to the already recorded data.
Converting a MIDI Song to an Audio Song You can convert a recorded MIDI Song in the User memory or USB flash drive to an Audio Song. Conversion is executed by playing back the MIDI Song and re-recording it as an Audio Song. By default, the converted data is saved in WAV format, in the same way as Audio recording (page 75). 1 Connect the USB flash drive (to which the Audio Song is to be saved) to the [USB TO DEVICE] terminal.
Microphone – Adding Vocal Harmony Effects to Your Singing – By connecting a microphone to the [MIC/LINE IN] jack (standard 1/4" phone jack), you can enjoy singing along with your keyboard performance or with Song playback. The instrument outputs your vocals through the built-in speakers. Moreover, you can automatically apply various Vocal Harmony effects to your voice as you sing.
Applying Vocal Harmony Effects to Your Voice The Vocal Harmony feature lets you add harmonies to your singing voice, input via the microphone sound. 1 2 Connect the microphone to the instrument (page 82). Call up the Vocal Harmony display via [Menu] → [VocalHarmony]. 4 Vocal Harmony name Mode 6-1 (When the Mode is set to “Vocoder” or “Vocoder Mono”) NOTE The display shown at left is called up when the Harmony Mode is set to “Vocoder.
6 Follow the steps below, depending on which Type (and mode) you selected. If you selected the Chordal Type: 6-1 Make sure that the [ACMP ON/OFF] button is turned on. 6-2 Play back a Style, or play back a Song which contains chords. Vocal harmonies based on the chords are applied to your singing. If you selected the Vocoder or Vocoder-Mono Type: 6-1 As necessary, change the “Keyboard” setting to “Off,” “Upper,” or “Lower.
Music Finder – Calling up Ideal Panel Setups for Your Performance – This feature lets you call up panel settings ideal for your performance simply by selecting a “Record,” which includes Voice and Style settings. If you want to play a certain piece of music but don't know which Style and Voice settings would be appropriate, you can search for relevant Records by the title of the piece.
3 Play the Style by specifying the chords with your left hand and play the melody with your right. You can download records from the Yamaha website and load them to the instrument (page 87). NOTE If you want to avoid changing the Tempo during Style playback when selecting another Record, set the “Tempo” parameter to “Hold” or “Lock” on the display called up via [Menu] [StyleSetting] [Change Behavior]. When set to “Lock,” the tempo will be locked while stopping as well as playing.
Downloading Records (panel settings) from the website As a factory default, some sample Records (panel settings) are provided in the Music Finder. To use the Music Finder function more conveniently and effectively, we recommend that you download the Records (panel settings) from the Yamaha website, and load them to this instrument. 1 On the computer, access the following website and download the Music Finder file (***.mfd) to the USB flash drive connected to the computer. http://download.yamaha.
Registration Memory – Saving and Recalling Custom Panel Setups – The Registration Memory function allows you to save (or “register”) virtually all panel settings to a Registration Memory button, and then instantly recall your custom panel settings by simply pressing a single button. The registered settings for eight Registration Memory buttons should be saved as a single Bank (file). Registering Your Panel Setups 1 Set up the panel controls (such as Voice, Style and so on) as desired.
4 Register various panel setups to other buttons by repeating steps 1 – 3. The registered panel setups can be recalled by simply pressing the desired number button. NOTE You can also disable recall of specific item(s) when calling up the registered panel setups: [Menu] [RegistFreeze]. Saving the Registration Memory as a Bank File You can save all eight registered panel setups as a single Registration Memory Bank file.
Recalling a Registered Panel Setup The saved Registration Memory Bank files can be recalled by using the REGIST BANK [-]/[+] buttons or the following procedure. NOTE • When recalling setups that include Song, Style or text files selected from a USB flash drive, make sure that the appropriate USB flash drive containing the registered Song, Style or text is connected into the [USB TO DEVICE] terminal. • Before using a USB flash drive, be sure to read “Connecting USB Devices” on page 97.
Mixer – Editing the Volume and Tonal Balance – The Mixer gives you intuitive control over aspects of the keyboard parts and Song/Style channels, including volume balance and the timbre of the sounds. It lets you adjust the levels and stereo position (pan) of each Voice to set the optimum balance and stereo image, and lets you set how the effects are applied. This chapter covers the basic procedures for the Mixer. For details, refer to the Reference Manual on the website (page 9).
Style2 • Rhythm1, Rhythm2 These are the same as Rhythm1, Rhythm2 of Style1. (CVP-709 only) • Audio This is the Audio part of an Audio Style (page 57). 3 Song Ch1-8 / 9-16 Use this display when you want to adjust the balance between all the parts of the MIDI Song. This is available only when a MIDI Song is selected. Master Unlike the other displays, use this display when you want to adjust the tonal characteristics of the entire sound (except for Audio Songs) of this instrument.
2. Touch [Setup]. 3. Touch [Execute] to execute the Setup. 4. Touch (Save) to call up the Song Selection display, then save as a Song file (page 33). To store the Master Mixer settings: Your original edits can be stored as a Master Compressor type and Master EQ type. If you want to recall the settings for future use, select the corresponding type at the upper right of each display. 1. Touch (Save) in the “Compressor” display or “EQ” display. 2.
Connections – Using Your Instrument with Other Devices – CAUTION Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off the power of all the components. Also, before turning any components on or off, make sure to set all volume levels to minimum (0). Otherwise, damage to the components, electrical shock, or even permanent hearing loss may occur. I/O Connectors To see where these connectors are located on the instrument, refer to page 15.
Minimizing noise of the input sound via Noise Gate By default, this instrument cuts unwanted noise from the input sound. However, this may result in wanted sounds also being cut, such as the soft decay sound of a piano or acoustic guitar. To avoid this, set the Noise Gate to off via [Menu] [Utility] [Speaker/ Connectivity] [AUX In Noise Gate]. Using an External Stereo System for Playback You can connect a stereo system to amplify the instrument’s sound by using the AUX OUT [L/L+R]/[R] jacks.
Set the display content that is to be output via [Menu] → [Utility] → [Speaker/Connectivity]. Lyrics/Text Only the lyrics of the Song or text files (whichever you used last time) are output, regardless of the display that is called up on the instrument. LCD The currently selected display is output. NOTE Transition effects on the instrument’s display cannot be output.
Connecting USB Devices ([USB TO DEVICE] terminal) You can connect a USB flash drive or a USB wireless LAN adaptor to the [USB TO DEVICE] terminal. You can save data you’ve created on the instrument to the USB flash drive (page 33), or you can connect the instrument to a smart device such as iPad via a USB wireless LAN adaptor (page 98). Precautions when using the [USB TO DEVICE] terminal This instrument features a built-in [USB TO DEVICE] terminal.
Formatting a USB Flash Drive When a USB flash drive is connected or media is inserted, a message appears indicating that the connected USB flash drive is not formatted. If so, execute the format operation. NOTICE The Format operation deletes any previously existing data. Make sure that the USB flash drive you are formatting does not contain important data. Proceed with caution, especially when connecting multiple USB flash drives.
Connecting to a Computer ([USB TO HOST] terminal) By connecting a computer to the [USB TO HOST] terminal, you can transfer data between the instrument and the computer via MIDI. For details on using a computer with this instrument, refer to the “Computer-related Operations” on the website (page 9). NOTICE Use an AB type USB cable of less than 3 meters. USB 3.0 cables cannot be used. Instrument Computer USB cable NOTE • The instrument will begin transmission a short time after the USB connection is made.
Menu Display Function List This section explains simply and very briefly explains what you can do in the displays which are called up by touching each icon on the Menu display. Some functions are described in this Owner’s Manual on the pages indicated below. For details about each function, refer to the Reference Manual on the website (page 9). Menu Description Pages Tempo For adjusting the tempo of MIDI Song, Style or Metronome.
Style Setting Song Setting Tuning Pages Lets you create a Song by editing an existing recorded Song. Song Creator Voice Setting Description Tune For adjusting the pitch for each keyboard part (Main/Layer/Left). Piano For editing the parameters of the piano Voices, including the VRM Voices. Voice Set Determines which settings (effects, etc.) linked to the Voices are not called up when selecting a Voice.
CVP-709 (Grand piano type) Assembly 1 CAUTION • Assemble the unit on a hard and flat floor with ample space. • Be careful not to confuse or misplace the parts, and be sure to install all parts in the correct orientation. Please assemble the unit in accordance with the sequence described here. • Assembly should be carried out by at least two persons. • Be sure to use only the included screws of the specified sizes. Do not use any other screws.
2 Attach two front legs and a rear leg. Refer to the diagram below to verify the orientation of the legs. Rear leg 3 Insert the pedal cord plug into the pedal connector. Insert the plug into the connector so that the side with the arrow mark is facing forward (keyboard side). If the plug does not fit easily do not try to force it, but check the plug for correct orientation, and then reinsert it into the connector. Insert the pedal cord securely until the metal part of the cord plug disappears from view.
5 Plug the power cord into the [AC IN] jack. After completing the assembly, please check the following. • Are there any parts left over? → Review the assembly procedure and correct any errors. • Is the instrument clear of doors and other movable fixtures? → Move the instrument to an appropriate location. • Does the instrument make a rattling noise when you shake it? → Tighten all screws.
CVP-709 Assembly CAUTION CVP-709B/CVP-709PE • Assemble the unit on a hard and flat floor with ample space. • Be careful not to confuse or misplace the parts, and be sure to install all parts in the correct orientation. Please assemble the unit in accordance with the sequence described here. • Assembly should be carried out by at least two persons. • Be sure to use only the included screws of the specified sizes. Do not use any other screws.
2 Attach units B and C to unit A. 1 Align units B and A so that the protrusion fits into the hole. 4 Attach unit D to unit A. 1 Fix unit D to the bottom surface of unit A using two screws L. CVP-709B CVP-709PE CVP-709PWH 3K 2J 1L 2J D 2 Fix unit B to the bottom surface of unit A using two screws H. H 2 Fix unit D to the speaker box of unit A using two screws J. If the screw holes do not align, loosen the other screws and adjust the position of unit D.
3 Pass the pedal cord from under unit D to the backside of the main unit. 8 Insert the AC power cord plug into the [AC IN] jack. 4 3 4 Place unit F on the bracket of unit D. 5 Attach unit F to unit D using three screws M. 9 Rotate the adjuster until it comes in firm contact with the floor surface. M 7 Connect the pedal cord. 10 Attach the headphone hanger. 1 Insert the pedal cord plug into the pedal connector.
CAUTION When moving the instrument, always hold the bottom of the main unit. Do not hold the key cover or top portion. Improper handling can result in damage to the instrument or personal injury. Hold here. Do not hold here. Transporting If you move to another location, you can transport the instrument along with other belongings. You can move the unit as it is (assembled) or you can disassemble the unit down to the condition it was in when you first took it out of the box.
CVP-705 Assembly CAUTION • Assemble the unit on a hard and flat floor with ample space. • Be careful not to confuse or misplace the parts, and be sure to install all parts in the correct orientation. Please assemble the unit in accordance with the sequence described here. • Assembly should be carried out by at least two persons. • Be sure to use only the included screws of the specified sizes. Do not use any other screws. Use of incorrect screws can cause damage or malfunction of the product.
4 7 Secure A. 1 Adjust the position of A so that the left and right ends of A will project beyond D and E equally as shown in the illustration. Attach the headphone hanger. Attach the headphone hanger using two screws K as shown in the illustration. 2 Attach A using six screws J. 1 A K A After completing the assembly, please check the following. • Are there any parts left over? E D 2 → Review the assembly procedure and correct any errors.
Troubleshooting Overall A click or pop is heard when the power is turned on or off. Electrical current is being applied to the instrument. This is normal. The power is automatically turned off. This is normal and due to the Auto Power Off function. If necessary, set the parameter of the Auto Power Off function (page 19). Noise is heard from the instrument’s speakers. Noise may be heard if a mobile phone is used near the instrument or if the phone is ringing.
Overall An existing file is not shown on the display. The file extension (.MID, etc.) may have been changed or deleted. Manually rename the file on a computer, adding the appropriate extension. Data files with names of more than 50 characters cannot be handled by the instrument. Rename the file, reducing the number of characters to 50 or less. Voice The Voice selected from the Voice Selection display does not sound. Check whether or not the selected part is turned on (page 48).
Song (MIDI) The Guide lamps do not light during Song playback, even after turning on the Guide function. Any notes outside of the 88-key range cannot be indicated by the Guide lamps. (MIDI) The Guide lamps light an octave or two lower/ higher than the actual pitch. The Guide lamps sometimes light an octave or two lower/higher than the actual pitch depending on the selected Voice. (MIDI) The tempo, beat, measure and music notation is not displayed correctly.
Pedal/AUX Pedal The damper, sostenuto and soft functions do not work for the relevant pedals. The pedal cord plug is not connected. Securely insert the pedal cord plug into the proper jack (pages 103, 107, 110). Make sure that each pedal is properly assigned to “Sustain,” “Sostenuto” and “Soft” (page 38). The on/off setting of the footswitch connected to the [AUX PEDAL] jack is reversed.
Specifications CVP-709GP (Grand Piano type) CVP-709 [1,435 mm (56-1/2")] 1,426 mm (56-1/8") [1,429 mm (56-1/4")] Product Name Digital Piano Width [For models with polished finish] Height [For models with polished finish] Depth [For models with polished finish] With Music Rest closed [913 mm (35-15/16")] 868 mm (34-3/16") [872 mm (34-5/16")] With Music Rest [1,077 mm (42-3/8")] 1,025 mm (40-3/8") [1,027 mm (40-7/16")] With Music Rest closed [1,150 mm (45-1/4")] With Music Rest Weight [For mod
CVP-709GP (Grand Piano type) Voices Preset Number of Voices Featured Voices Custom Effects Types 984 Voices + 33 Drum/SFX Kits + 480 XG Voices 13 VRM Voices, 22 Super Articulation2 Voices, 225 Super Articulation Voices, 54 Mega Voices, 67 Natural! Voices, 31 Sweet! Voices, 87 Cool! Voices, 131 Live! Voices, 30 Organ Flutes! Voices 13 VRM Voices, 114 Super Articulation Voices, 30 Mega Voices, 46 Natural! Voices, 31 Sweet! Voices, 74 Cool! Voices, 86 Live! Voices, 30 Organ Flutes! Voices Yes XG, GS (
CVP-709GP (Grand Piano type) Registration Memory Number of Buttons Control Lesson/Guide 8 Registration Sequence, Freeze Follow Lights, Any Key, Karao-Key, Your Tempo Guide Lamp Yes Performance Assistant Technology (PAT) Yes Demo Overall Controls Yes Metronome Yes Tempo 5 – 500, Tap Tempo Transpose -12 – 0 – +12 Tuning 414.8 – 440 – 466.8 Hz Scale Type Storage and Connectivity Miscellaneous Piano Room Storage Internal Memory 9 Types Yes approx. 6.
Index A A-B Repeat .........................................................................72 Accessories ...........................................................................9 ACMP ON/OFF button .....................................................58 AI Fingered ........................................................................65 AI Full Keyboard ...............................................................65 Assembly .........................................................
N Noise Gate ..........................................................................95 O One Touch Setting .............................................................60 Organ Flutes Voice ............................................................54 OTS .....................................................................................60 OTS Link ............................................................................60 Owner Name ................................................................
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment This symbol on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC.
The followings are the titles, credits and copyright notices for fifty seven (57) of the songs pre-installed in this instrument (CVP-709/CVP-705): Alfie Theme from the Paramount Picture ALFIE Words by Hal David Music by Burt Bacharach Copyright © 1966 (Renewed 1994) by Famous Music Corporation International Copyright Secured All Rights Reserved Chim Chim Cher-ee from Walt Disney’s MARY POPPINS Words and Music by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman © 1963 Wonderland Music Company, Inc.
In The Mood By Joe Garland Copyright © 1939, 1960 Shapiro, Bernstein & Co., Inc., New York Copyright Renewed International Copyright Secured All Rights Reserved Used by Permission Moon River from the Paramount Picture BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY’S Words by Johnny Mercer Music by Henry Mancini Copyright © 1961 (Renewed 1989) by Famous Music Corporation International Copyright Secured All Rights Reserved Isn’t She Lovely Words and Music by Stevie Wonder © 1976 JOBETE MUSIC CO., INC.
(Sittin’ On) The Dock Of The Bay Words and Music by Steve Cropper and Otis Redding Copyright © 1968, 1975 IRVING MUSIC, INC. Copyright Renewed All Rights Reserved Used by Permission Smoke Gets In Your Eyes from ROBERTA Words by Otto Harbach Music by Jerome Kern © 1933 UNIVERSAL - POLYGRAM INTERNATIONAL PUBLISHING, INC. Copyright Renewed All Rights Reserved International Rights Secured. Not for broadcast transmission. DO NOT DUPLICATE. NOT FOR RENTAL.
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