Yamaha CLP-411 manual

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    92-469 1 ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES: Yamaha strives to pro- duce products that are both user safe and environmentally friendly. We sincerely believe that our products and the production methods used to produce them, meet these goals. In keeping with both the letter and the spirit of the law, we want you to be aware of the following: Battery Notice: This [...]

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    English Owner ’ s Manual Deutsch Bedienungsanleitung Français Mode d’emploi Español Manual de instrucciones CLP-411 CLP-511[...]

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    Introduction Thank you for choosing a Y amaha CLP-41 1/51 1 Clavinova. Y our Clavinova is a fine musical instrument that employs advanced Y amaha music technology . W ith the pr oper car e, your Clavinova will give you many years of musical pleasur e. ● Y amaha ’ s A WM (Adv anced W av e Memor y) tone generator system off ers rich, realistic vo[...]

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    Contents 1 The Control Panel .......................................................... 2 Connections ................................................................... 5 Selecting & Playing V oices ............................................ 6 Playing the Demonstration T unes .................................. 7 ■ Piano Song A-B Repeat ...[...]

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    2 The Control Panel CLP-511 CLP-411 MASTER VOLUME FUNCTION TRANSPOSE SPLIT VARIATION PIANO 1 PIANO 2 CLAVI.TONE E.PIANO 1 E.PIANO 2 STRINGS HARPSI- CHORD PIPE ORGAN 1 PIPE ORGAN 2 REVERB ROOM HALL 1 HALL 2 STAGE HARD MEDIUM SOFT FIXED EFFECT TOUCH MAX MIN METRONOME TEMPO/ SONG – / NO + / YES START / STOP REC CLP- 511 STEREO SAMPLING 12 DEMO / PIA[...]

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    3 The Control Panel 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, a voice selector LED will light, and the power indicator located below the left end of the keyboard will light. 2 [MASTER VOLUME] Control The [MASTER VOLUME] control adjusts the volume[...]

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    4 0 [METRONOME] Button T urns the metronome sound on and off. The [TEMPO/SONG] but- tons, below , are used to set the tempo of the metronome sound, and the volume of the metronome sound if used while the [METRONOME] button is held — page 16. ! [TEMPO/SONG] (–/NO, +/YES) Buttons These buttons adjust the tempo of the metronome function as well as[...]

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    5 Connections 1 A UX IN L and R Jacks (CLP-511: L/L+R and R) These jacks are intended for use with an external tone generator module such as the Y amaha DOU-10 Disk Orchestra Unit. The stereo outputs from the external tone generator module are connected to the AUX IN L and R jacks, allowing the sound of the tone generator to be reproduced via the C[...]

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    6 Selecting & Playing V oices T urn P o wer On .................................................................................................. After making sure that the Clavinova’ s AC cord is properly plugged into the Clavinova itself and plugged into a convenient AC wall outlet, press the [POWER] switch located to the left of the keyboa[...]

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    7 Demonstration tunes are provided that eff ectively demonstrate each of the Clavino va ’ s voices . There are also 30 piano songs that you can pla y individually , all in sequence, or in random order . Here ’ s how y ou can select and pla y the demo tunes. Playing the Demonstration T unes Engage the Demo Mode ..................................[...]

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    8 Piano Song A-B Repeat The A-B Repeat function can be used to continuously repeat a specified phrase within a piano song. Combined with the Part Cancel function described below , this provides an excellent way to practice difficult phrases. Specify the Beginning (A) of the Phrase .............................. Select and play a piano song, then pr[...]

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    9 Piano Song P ar t Cancel (CLP-511) The 30 piano songs provided on the CLP-51 1 have separate left- and right-hand parts that can be turned on and off as required so you can practice the corresponding part on the keyboard. The right-hand part is played by the recorder ’ s [1] track, and the left-hand part is played by recorder ’ s [2] track. T[...]

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    10 The Dual Mode The dual mode makes it possible to play two voices simultaneously across the entire range of the keyboard. T o 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. T o return[...]

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    11 The Split Mode (CLP-511) The split mode makes it possib le to pla y tw o different v oices on the ke yboard — one with the left hand and another with the right hand. The left-hand v oice is pla yed on all k e ys to the left of (and including) a specified “ split point ” key , while the right-hand voice is pla yed on all ke ys to the right [...]

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    12 Reverb The [REVERB] button selects a n umber of digital re v erb eff ects that you can use f or e xtra depth and e xpressive po wer . T o select a reverb type press the [REVERB] button a few times until the indicator corresponding to the desired type lights (the indica- tors light in sequence each time the [REVERB] button is pressed). No reverb [...]

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    13 The Chorus Effect The [EFFECT] button engages a chorus effect that can giv e your sound greater depth and animation. The [EFFECT] button turns the chorus ef fect on (indicator lit) and of f (indicator off). NOTE • The default effect on/off settings are different for each voice. Adjusting Effect Depth ...........................................[...]

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    14 T ouch Sensitivity F our diff erent types of k eyboard touch sensitivity — HARD , MEDIUM, SOFT or FIXED — can be selected to match diff erent pla ying styles and pref erences. T o select a touch sensitivity type press the [T OUCH] button a few times until the indicator corresponding to the desired type lights (the indicators light in sequenc[...]

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    15 T uning T uning makes it possible to adjust the pitch of the Cla vino va o v er a 427.0 Hz … 453.0 Hz (corresponding to the A3 note ’ s Hz) range in appro ximately 0.2 Her tz inter vals . Pitch control is useful for tuning the Cla vino v a to match other instruments or recorded music. T uning Up ..............................................[...]

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    16 The Metronome & T empo Control The CLP-411/511 built-in metronome is a con v enient f eature f or pr actice, and it can also provide a solid rhythmic guide when recording using the Recorder f eature, described below . The Metronome The metronome sound is alternately turned on and off by pressing the [METRONOME] button. When on, the beat indi[...]

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    17 Using the Recorder The CLP-411 has a 1-trac k recorder and the CLP-511 f eatures a two-trac k recorder that let you record what you play on the keyboard and then play it back. T wo trac ks on the CLP-511 mean that you can “ ov erdub ” one par t on top of another , using a different v oice if you like . The recorder feature is a useful adjunc[...]

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    18 Using the Recorder Start Recording ................................................................................................ Recording will begin automatically as soon as you play a note on the keyboard or press the [ST ART/ST OP] button. The current measure number will appear on the display while recording. NOTE • The left pedal can be[...]

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    19 Using the Recorder Pla ybac k T o play back what you’ve recorded on the CLP-41 1, simply press the RECORDER [ST ART/ST OP] button. On the CLP-51 1 first make sure that the green track indicators of the tracks you want to play are lit. If not, press the corresponding track button(s) so that they are lit. Then press the RECORDER [ST AR T/ST OP] [...]

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    20 The Function Mode The [FUNCTION] button provides access to a range of functions that give the CLP-411/511 e xtraordinary versatility . The functions are categor ized in groups as follows: CLP-411 CLP-511 F1 F1 T uning ............................................................. 21 F2 F2 Scale ....................................................[...]

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    21 The Function Mode F1 T uning F2 Scale In addition to the tuning method described on page 15, overall tuning can also be accom- plished via the F1 function. After selecting “F1”, use the [–/NO] and [+/YES] buttons to lower or raise the pitch in 0.2 Hz increments (the first time the [–/NO] or [+/YES] button is pressed simply switches to th[...]

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    22 The Function Mode F3 Dual Mode Functions After selecting “ F3.Y ”, press the [+/YES] button to engage the dual-mode function sub- mode, then use the [ < ] and [ > ] buttons to select the desired dual mode function, as listed below . If the Dual mode is not engaged “ F3.- ” will appear instead of “ F3.Y ” and the Dual mode funct[...]

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    23 The Function Mode F3.5: 1st V oice Effect Depth ............................................................................................................ F3.6: 2nd V oice Effect Depth .......................................................................................................... These functions make it possible to individually set [...]

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    24 The Function Mode F4.2: Split Balance ..................................................................................................................................... The volume levels of the two voices combined in the split mode can be adjusted as re- quired by using this function. Use the [–/NO] and [+/YES] buttons to adjust the balance[...]

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    25 The Function Mode F5 CLP-511 Metr onome Functions After selecting “ F4.Y ” or “ F5.Y ”, press the [+/YES] button to engage the metronome function sub-mode, then use the [ < ] and [ > ] buttons to select the desired metronome func- tion, as listed below . ■ SHORTCUT : Y ou can jump directly to the metronome functions by pressing t[...]

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    26 The Function Mode F8 CLP-511 MIDI Functions ● A Brief Intr oduction to MIDI 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 inst[...]

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    27 The Function Mode In any MIDI control setup, the MIDI channels of the transmitting and receiving equipment must be matched for proper data transfer . A “Multi-timbre” receive mode is also available, which allows simultaneous reception of different parts on all 16 MIDI channels, allowing the Clavinova to play multi-channel song data received [...]

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    28 The Function Mode F6.5/F8.5: Control Change ON/OFF ........................................................................................ Normally the Clavinova will respond to MIDI control change data received from an external MIDI device or keyboard, causing the voice on the corresponding channel to be affected by pedal and other “control?[...]

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    29 The Function Mode F9 (CLP-511) Bac kup Functions After selecting “ F9.Y ”, press the [+/YES] button to engage the backup function sub-mode, then use the [ < ] and [ > ] buttons to select the desired backup function, as listed below . NOTE • The backup settings themselv es, and the contents of the recorder memory , are alwa ys backed [...]

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    30 Connecting to a Personal Computer Although the CLP-411/511 can be connected to a personal computer via the MIDI IN/OUT connectors and a MIDI interf ace , the TO HOST connector and HOST SELECT s witch allo w direct connection to Apple Macintosh or IBM-PC/A T personal computers f or sequencing and other music applications without the need f or a s[...]

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    31 Connecting to an IBM-PC/A T Series Computer ............ Connect the T O HOST connector of the Clavinova to the RS-232C port on your IBM computer , using a standard 8-pin MINI DIN → 9-pin D-SUB cross cable. Set the HOST SELECT switch to the “PC-2” position. Refer to your software owner ’ s manual for information on any settings you might[...]

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    32 T roubleshooting If you encounter what appears to be a malfunction, please check the follow- ing points bef ore assuming that y our Clavino v a is f aulty . 1. No Sound When the P ower is T urned ON Is the AC plug properly connected to the Clavinova and an AC wall outlet? Check the AC connection carefully . Is the MASTER VOLUME control turned up[...]

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    33 Factor y Preset Recall (CLP-511) Options & Expander Modules ● Options BC-8 Bench A comfortable bench styled to match your Y amaha Clavinova. HPE-160 Stereo Headphones High-performance lightweight dynamic headphones with extra-soft ear pads. ● Expander Modules DOU-10 Disk Orchestra Unit A range of MIDI recording and playback functions, pl[...]

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    34 1 NOTE • We do not recommend attempting to assemble the Clavinova alone. The job can be easily accomplished, however, with only two people. • Use only the screws provided or replacements of exactly the specified size. Using screws of the wrong size can result in damage to the instrument. Z Open the box and remove all the parts. On opening th[...]

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    35 2 3 CLP-411: Assemblage du support de clavier REMARQUE • Nous ne vous conseillons pas d ’ essayer d ’ assembler le Clavinova seul. Toutefois, ce travail peut ê tre facile- ment ex é cut é par deux personnes. • N ’ utilisez que les vis fournies ou des vis ayant exacte- ment les m ê mes dimensions. L ’ utilisation de vis de dimensi[...]

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    36 4 V Montieren Sie die Tastatureinheit (A). Setzen Sie die Tastatureinheit (A) so auf den fertigen Ständer, daß die beiden Schrauben an ihrer Unterseite hinter den Winkel- blechen mit Führungsschlitz an der Hinterseite des Ständers zu liegen kommen. Schieben Sie die Tastatureinheit dann bis zum Anschlag in die Schlitze. KLEMMEN SIE IHRE FINGE[...]

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    37 5 V Posez le clavier (A) Placez le clavier sur les panneaux latéraux (D), avec les vis de son panneau inférieur (situées vers l’arrière du clavier) placées immédiatement derrière les rainures des ferrures situées à la partie supérieure des panneaux latéraux (D), puis faites glisser le clavier vers l’avant jusqu’à ce qu’il vie[...]

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    38 1 NOTE • We do not recommend attempting to assemble the Clavinova alone. The job can be easily accomplished, however, with only two people. • Use only the screws provided or replacements of exactly the specified size. Using screws of the wrong size can result in damage to the instrument. Z Open the box and remove all the parts. On opening th[...]

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    39 R L 2 3 CLP-511: Assemblage du support de clavier REMARQUE • Nous ne vous conseillons pas d ’ essayer d ’ assembler le Clavinova seul. Toutefois, ce travail peut ê tre facile- ment ex é cut é par deux personnes. • N ’ utilisez que les vis fournies ou des vis ayant exacte- ment les m ê mes dimensions. L ’ utilisation de vis de dim[...]

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    40 R L 4 V Montieren Sie die R ü ckwand (B). Setzen Sie die Rückwand leicht abgewinkelt, wie in der Abbil- dung gezeigt, hinter dem Pedalkasten auf die hervorspringenden Teile der Füße auf. Schrauben Sie dann die Rückwand oben mit zwei 4 x 12 mm Halbrundschrauben 3 so an den Seitenwänden fest, daß kein Spiel zwischen Rückwand und Seitenwän[...]

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    41 5 V Fixez le panneau arri è re (B) En inclinant légèrement en angle le panneau arrière, comme mentionné sur l’illustration, abaissez-le sur le rebord des pieds, à l’arrière du pédalier. Puis, tout en éliminant les espaces entre les panneaux arrière et latéraux, fixez le haut du panneau arrière sur les supports des panneaux latér[...]

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    42 6 N Schlie ß en Sie das Pedalkabel an. Das vom Pedalkasten kommende Kabel wird an die entspre- chende Buchse der Tastatureinheit angeschlossen. Der Kabel- stecker paßt nur in einer Ausrichtung in die Buchse (mit der Führungsnase zur Rückseite des Instruments weisend, wie in der Abbildung verdeutlicht). Versuchen Sie nicht, den Stecker falsch[...]

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    43 7 N Raccordez le cordon du p é dalier Le cordon qui sort du pédalier doit être branché sur le connecteur correspondant du clavier. La prise ne s’enclenche que d’une seule manière (la cosse du connecteur doit être orientée vers l’arrière du clavier, comme indiqué sur l’illustration), aussi, n’essayez pas de la faire entrer de f[...]

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    44 2.1.(9) Effect4 Depth ( Variation Effect Send Level ) Cntrl# Parameter Data Range 94 Effect4 Depth 0...127 2.2 Mode Messages The following Channel Mode messages are supported. (But the actual mode is fixed to Poly and can not be changed.) Cntrl# Parameter Data Range 120 All Sound Off 0 121 Reset All Controllers 0 123 All Notes Off 0 124 Omni Off[...]

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    45 3. PROGRAM CHANGE Data format: [CnH] -> [pp] CnH = program event (n = channel number) pp = Program number CLP-511 pp VOICE NAME 00 PIANO 1 01 PIANO 2 88 CLAVINOVA TONE 05 E. PIANO 1 04 E. PIANO 2 06 HARPSICHORD 48 STRINGS 19 PIPE ORGAN 1 16 PIPE ORGAN 2 CLP-411 pp VOICE NAME 00 PIANO 88 CLAVINOVA TONE 05 E. PIANO 1 04 E. PIANO 2 06 HARPSICHOR[...]

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    46 (5) XG Native Bulk Data (reception only) Data format: [F0H] -> [43H] -> [0nH] -> [4CH] -> [aa] -> [bb] -> [hh] -> [mm] -> [ ll ] -> [dd] ->...-> [cc] -> [F7H] F0 Exclusive status 43 YAMAHA ID 0n When n is received n=0~F, whichever is received. When n is transmitted n always=0. 4C Model ID of XG aa ByteCount bb[...]

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    47 KEYBOARD POLYPHONY VOICE SELECTORS REVERB TOUCH SENSITIVITY RECORDER PEDAL CONTROLS OTHER CONTROLS JACKS/CONNECTORS INPUT & OUTPUT LEVEL/IMPEDANCE MAIN AMPLIFIERS SPEAKERS DIMENTIONS Music stand down (W x D x H) Music stand up WEIGHT CLP-411 CLP-511 88 KEYS (A-1 ~ C7) 32 NOTES MAX. PIANO, CLAVINOVA TONE, PIANO 1, PIANO 2, CLAVINOVA TONE, E. [...]

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    48 CLP-411 CLP-511 Voice PIANO PIANO 1 Dual Mode OFF Split Mode — OFF Split Mode Left-hand Voice — STRINGS Reverb Type ROOM Reverb Depth 10 Effect OFF Effect Depth Preset for each voice Transpose 0 Touch Sensitivity MEDIUM Touch Volume in the FIXED Mode 64 Metronome OFF Metronome Volume 10 Tempo 120 Function CLP-411 CLP-511 Function Default F1 [...]

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    WARNING- When using any electrical or electronic prod- uct, basic precautions should always be followed. These pre- cautions include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Read all Safety Instructions, Installation Instructions, Special Message Section items, and any Assembly Instructions found in this manual BEFORE marking any connections, in-[...]

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    FCC INFORMA TION (U .S.A.) 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions con- tained 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 acce[...]