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Introduction Thank you for choosing a Yamaha CLP-154S/155 Clavinova. Your Clavinova is a fine musical instrument that employs advanced Yamaha music technology. With the proper care, your Clavinova will give you many years of musical pleasure. ● Yamaha’s AWM (Advanced Wave Memory) tone generator system offers rich, realistic voices. The CLP-155 additionally features stereo sampling of its PIANO 1 voice for unmatched realism and expressive power.
Contents The Control Panel ............................................................ 2 Using the Recorder ....................................................... 13 Connections ...................................................................... 4 ■ Recording .................................................................. 13 Selecting & Playing Voices ........................................... 5 ● Changing the Initial Settings .................................
The Control Panel CLP-154S RECORDER REVERB MASTER VOLUME MIN MAX ROOM HALL 1 HALL 2 COSMIC MIDI/ TRANSPOSE 4 5 2 CLAVINOVA E. PIANO TONE PIANO 2 PIANO 1 HARPSICHORD 32 METRONOME ORGAN 6 TEMPO 120 7 280 1 2 PLAY REC 8 DEMO 9 0 1 RECORDER REVERB MASTER VOLUME MIN MAX ROOM HALL 1 HALL 2 COSMIC MIDI/ TRANSPOSE E2 F2 PIANO 1 PIANO 2 HARPSICHORD CLAVINOVA E.
1 [POWER] Switch Press the [POWER] switch once to turn the power ON, a second time to turn the power OFF. When the power is initially turned ON, the [PIANO 1] voice selector LED will light, and the power indicator located below the left end of the keyboard will light. 2 [MASTER VOLUME] Control F6 G6 A6 B6 The [MASTER VOLUME] control adjusts the volume (level) of sound produced by the Clavinova’s internal stereo sound system.
Connections CLP-154S 3 12 MIDI IN OUT THRU AUX IN R L AUX OUT R L/L+R CLP-155 3 12 MIDI IN OUT AUX IN THRU R 1 AUX IN L and R Jacks AUX IN R L DOU-10 L AUX OUT R L/L+R These jacks are intended for use with an external tone generator module such as the Yamaha DOU-10 Disk Orchestra Unit.
Selecting & Playing Voices ZTurn Power On After making sure that the Clavinova’s AC plug is properly inserted into a convenient AC wall outlet, press the [POWER] switch located to the left of the keyboard to turn the power ON. When the power is turned ON, the [PIANO 1] voice selector LED will light (the PIANO 1 voice is automatically selected whenever the power is turned ON). POWER XSet the Volume Initially set the [MASTER VOLUME] control about half way between the “MIN” and “MAX” settings.
Selecting & Playing Voices Playing the Demonstration Tunes The CLP-154S features 6 demonstration tunes and the CLP-155 has 8 demo tunes that effectively demonstrate their sound capabilities. Here’s how you can select and play the demo tunes. ZEngage the Demo Mode Press the [DEMO] button to engage the demo mode — the voice selectors will flash in sequence.
The Dual Mode The DUAL mode makes it possible to play two voices simultaneously across the entire range of the keyboard. To activate the DUAL mode simply press two voice selectors at the same time (or press one voice selector while holding another). The voice indicators of both selected voices will light when the DUAL mode is active. To return to the normal single-voice play mode, press any single voice selector. ● Adjusting the Balance Between the Dual-mode Voices HARPSICHORD VINOVA E.
Reverb The [REVERB] button selects a number of digital reverb effects that you can use for extra depth and expressive power. To select a reverb type press the [REVERB] button a few times until the indicator corresponding to the desired type lights (the indicators light in sequence each time the [REVERB] button is pressed). No reverb is produced when all indicators are off. OFF ............
Brilliance (CLP-155) The [BRILLIANCE] button makes it possible to change the tonality or “timbre” of the selected voice to suit your musical requirements. Three settings are provided: MELLOW, NORMAL, and BRIGHT. To select one of these settings, press the [BRILLIANCE] button a few times until the indicator corresponding to the desired setting lights. NORMAL ..... This setting produces the “normal” tone of the selected voice. BRIGHT ....... This setting creates a brighter, sharper tone. MELLOW .....
Touch Sensitivity Four different types of keyboard touch sensitivity — HARD, MEDIUM, SOFT or FIXED — can be selected to match different playing styles and preferences. The different touch sensitivity settings are selected by using the [MIDI/TRANSPOSE] and [REVERB] buttons. HARD (ROOM indicator) ........... The HARD setting requires the keys to be played quite hard to produce maximum loudness. MEDIUM (HALL 1 indicator) ...... The MEDIUM setting produces a fairly “standard” keyboard response.
Pitch Control Pitch control makes it possible to tune the Clavinova over a ±50-cent range in approximately 1.2-cent intervals. A hundred “cents” equals one semitone, so the tuning range provided allows fine tuning of overall pitch over a range of approximately a semitone. Pitch control is useful for tuning the Clavinova to match other instruments or recorded music. ● Tuning Up A -1 B -1 C3 B3 Z To tune up (raise pitch), hold the A-1 and B-1 keys simultaneously. X Press any key between C3 and B3.
The Metronome & Tempo Control The CLP-154S/155 built-in metronome is a convenient feature for practice, and it can also provide a solid rhythmic guide when recording using the Recorder feature, described below. The Metronome The metronome sound is turned on and off via the [METRONOME] button. Press the [METRONOME] button so that its indicator lights to turn the metronome on, then again so the indicator goes out to turn the metronome off.
Using the Recorder The CLP-154S/155 features a two-track recorder that lets you record what you play on the keyboard and then play it back. Since you have two tracks, you can “overdub” one part on top of another, using a different voice if you like, to create complex, rich-sounding recordings. The recorder feature is a useful adjunct to any keyboard study program, since it lets you hear exactly how you sound from the listener’s perspective. It can also be just plain fun.
Using the Recorder BStop Recording Press either the RECORDER [REC] or [PLAY] button to stop recording. The indicator of the recorded track will glow green to indicate that it now contains data. RECORDER 1 2 PLAY REC ● Changing the Initial Settings The initial voice (including dual mode and dual balance setting), damper pedal, soft pedal, tempo, reverb type, reverb depth, and brilliance (CLP-155 only) settings made in step 3 of the recording procedure are actually recorded by the CLP-154S/155.
MIDI Functions ● A Brief Introduction to MIDI MIDI Cable MIDI OUT MIDI IN DOU-10 Clavinova MIDI, the Musical Instrument Digital Interface, is a world-standard communication interface that allows MIDI-compatible musical instruments and equipment to share musical information and control one another. This makes it possible to create “systems” of MIDI instruments and equipment that offer far greater versatility and control than is available with isolated instruments.
MIDI Functions ● MIDI Transmit & Receive Channel Selection MIDI OUT MIDI IN DOU-10 Tone Generator MIDI THRU (Set to receive on MIDI channel 2) MIDI IN Clavinova The MIDI system allows transmission and reception of MIDI data on 16 different channels. Multiple channels have been implemented to allow selective control of certain instruments or devices connected in series. For example, a single MIDI sequence recorder could be used to “play” two different instruments or tone generators.
Other MIDI Functions The MIDI functions listed to the right are engaged by holding down the [MIDI/ TRANSPOSE] button and pressing the corresponding voice selector. Full details are given in the following pages. MIDI FUNCTION CHART Function Local Control ON/OFF CLP-154S Voice Selector CLP-155 Voice Selector [PIANO 1] [PIANO 1] Program Change ON/OFF [PIANO 2] [PIANO 2] Control Change ON/OFF [CLAVINOVA TONE] [CLAVINOVA TONE] Multi-Timbre Mode [E. PIANO] [E.
MIDI Functions ● Control Change ON/OFF Normally the Clavinova will respond to MIDI control change data received from an external MIDI device or keyboard, causing the selected Clavinova voice to be affected by pedal and other “control” settings received from the controlling device. The Clavinova also transmits MIDI control change information when one of its pedals are operated.
● The MIDI Split & Left Local OFF Mode In the MIDI split mode one section of the Clavinova keyboard is used to play a Clavinova voice in the normal way, while the remaining section is used to play a second MIDI keyboard or tone generator such as the Yamaha DOU-10 Disk Orchestra Unit. In this mode the right-hand section of the keyboard is used to play an internal Clavinova voice, while the left-hand section of the keyboard plays the external keyboard or tone generator.
MIDI Functions ● Transmitting the Panel Settings (CLP-155 only) This function causes all the current Clavinova control settings (selected voice, etc.) to be transmitted via the MIDI OUT terminal. This is particularly useful if you will be recording performances to a MIDI sequence recorder which will be used to control the Clavinova on playback.
Factory Preset Recall C7 POWER All dual mode, reverb, brilliance (CLP-155), touch sensitivity, and pitch control settings can be restored to their original factory preset values by holding the C7 key while turning the [POWER] switch ON. This also erases all recorder data. Troubleshooting If you encounter what appears to be a malfunction, please check the following points before assuming that your Clavinova is faulty. 1.
1 A A B B C C D E D D 5 x 40 mm long gold screws Lange goldene Schrauben (5 x 40 mm) Vis longues dorées de 5 x 40 mm Tornillos dorados largo de 5 x 40 mm 6 x 18 mm round-head screws Halbrundschrauben (6 x 18 mm) Vis à tête ronde de 6 x 18 mm Tornillos de cabeza redonda de 6 x 18 mm NOTE E D x6 1 4 x 25 mm round-head screws Halbrundschrauben (4 x 25 mm) Vis à tête ronde de 4 x 25 mm Tornillos de cabeza redonda de 4 x 25 mm x4 3 x4 2 6 x 16 mm flat-head screws Senkschrauben (6 x 16 mm) Vis
2 3 D CLP-155 CLP-155 D C E 5 x 40 mm long gold screws 1 Lange goldene Schrauben (5 x 40 mm) 1 Vis longues dorées de 5 x 40 mm 1 Tornillos dorados largo de 5 x 40 mm 1 6 x 18 mm round-head screws 2 Halbrundschrauben (6 x 18 mm) 2 Vis à tête ronde de 6 x 18 mm 2 Tornillos de cabeza redonda de 6 x 18 mm 2 CLP-154S D CLP-154S D C E Assemblage du support de clavier REMARQUE • Nous ne vous conseillons pas d’essayer d’assembler le Clavinova seul.
4 CLP-155 CLP-154S B B D 4 x 25 mm round-head screws 3 Halbrundschrauben (4 x 25 mm) 3 Vis à tête ronde de 4 x 25 mm 3 Tornillos de cabeza redonda de 4 x 25 mm 3 D 4 x 25 mm round-head screws 3 Halbrundschrauben (4 x 25 mm) 3 Vis à tête ronde de 4 x 25 mm 3 Tornillos de cabeza redonda de 4 x 25 mm 3 Attach the center panel (B) to the side V panels (D). Schrauben Sie die Rückwand (B) an die V beiden Seitenwände (D).
5 A A CLP-154S CLP-155 D D A B 6 x 16 mm flat-head screws 4 Senkschrauben (6 x 16 mm) 4 Vis à tête plate de 6 x 16 mm 4 Tornillos de cabeza plana de 6 x 16 mm 4 D 6 x 16 mm flat-head screws 4 Senkschrauben (6 x 16 mm) 4 Vis à tête plate de 6 x 16 mm 4 Tornillos de cabeza plana de 6 x 16 mm 4 le panneau central (B) aux V Fixez panneaux latéraux (D) el panel central (B) a los V Acople paneles laterales (D).
6 CLP-154S CLP-155 A A A A Cord holder Kabelhalter Support de cordon Soporte del cable N Connect the pedal cord. N Schließen Sie das Pedalkabel an. Pass the pedal cord through the two cord holders on the side panel. Plug the free end of the cord into the connector on the bottom of the main unit (A).
7 C N Connectez le cordon du pédalier N Conecte el cable de los pedales. Faites passer le cordon du pédalier dans les deux supports de cordon situés sur le panneau latéral. La prise doit être branchée au connecteur correspondant situé à la partie inférieure du clavier (A).
MIDI Data Format/MIDI-Datenformat/Format des données MIDI/Formato de datos MID If you’re already very familiar with MIDI, or are using a computer to control your music hardware with computer-generated MIDI messages, the data provided in this section can help you to control the Clavinova.
I (3) Special Control Data format: [F0H] -> [43H] -> [73H] -> [xxH] -> [11H] -> [0nH] -> [ccH] -> [vvH] -> [F7H] 43H : Yamaha ID 73H : Clavinova ID xx : 38H (CLP-154S ID), 38H (CLP-155 ID) 11H : Clavinova special control 0nH : Control MIDI change + channel number cc : Control number vv : Value cc Control Value [vv] 08H Dual Balance 00H : Left Voice Max. 7FH : Right Voice Max.
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