Yamaha CLP - 820 manual

R IMPOR T ANT Check y our power supply Make sure that y our local AC mains v oltage matches the volt- age specified on the name plate on the bottom panel. In some areas a voltage selector ma y be provided on the bottom panel of the main ke yboard unit near the power cord. Mak e sure that the voltage selector is set f or the voltage in y our area. T[...]

92-469 1 Battery Notice: This product MAY contain a small non- rechargable battery which (if applicable) is soldered in place. The average life span of this type of battery is ap- proximately five years. When replacement becomes nec- essary, contact a qualified service representative to per- form the replacement. Warning: Do not attempt to recharge[...]

3 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S • (For instruments with a key cover) Take care that the key cover does not pinch your fingers, and do not insert a finger or hand in the key cover gap. • (For instruments with a key cover) Never insert or drop paper or metallic or other objects between the slits of the key cover and the keyboard. If this happens, imme[...]

4 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S Introduction Thank you for c hoosing a Y amaha Clavinova. Y our Clavinova is a f ine musical instrument that employs advanced Y amaha music technolo gy . W ith the pr oper car e, your Clavinova will gi ve you many years of musical pleasur e . ● Stereo sampling of the acoustic piano v oices offers unmatched realism and e[...]

5 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S Contents The Control Panel .......................................................... 6 Key Cover & Music Stand .............................................. 8 Connections ................................................................. 10 Selecting & Playing V oices ........................................... 1[...]

6 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S The Control Panel 1 [PO WER] Switch Press the [PO WER] switch once to turn the po wer ON, a second time to turn the power OFF . When the po wer is initially turned ON, a voice selector LED will light, and the po wer indicator located belo w the left end of the keyboard will light (except for CLP-820S). 2 [MASTER V OLUME] [...]

7 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S The Control Panel 5 [TRANSPOSE] Button The [TRANSPOSE] b utton allows access to the Cla vinova’ s TRANSPOSE function (to shift the pitch of the entire ke yboard up or down in semitone intervals). 6 [REVERB] Button The [REVERB] b utton selects a number of digital re verb ef fects that you can use for extra depth and expr[...]

8 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S T o open the key cover: Z Lift the cover slightly (not too much). X Slide the cover open. • Hold the cover with both hands when moving it, and do not release it until it is fully opened or closed. Be careful to avoid catching fingers (yours or others) between the cover and main unit. • Do not place objects on top of t[...]

9 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S Key Cover & Music Stand T o raise the m usic stand: Z Pull the stand up and toward yourself as far as it will go. X Flip down the two metal supports at the left and the right on the rear of the music stand. C Lower the music stand so that it rests on the metal supports. As shown in the illustration, the angle of the m[...]

10 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S Connections 1 AUX IN L/L+R and R Jacks 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 gener ator module are connected to the A UX IN L/L+R and R jacks, allowing the sound of the tone generator to be reproduc[...]

11 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S Selecting & Playing V oices T urn P ower On .................................................................................................. After making sure that the Clavino va’ s A C cord is properly plugged into the Cla vinov a itself and plugged into a con venient A C wall outlet, press the [POWER] switch lo[...]

12 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S Demonstration tunes are pro vided that eff ectively demonstrate each of the Clavino va ’ s voices . There are also 50 piano songs that you can pla y individually , all in sequence, or in r andom order . Here ’ s how y ou can select and play the demo tunes. NOTE • The demo or piano song mode cannot be engaged while [...]

13 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S Engage the Piano Song Mode ......................................................... Play a Piano Song ......................................................................................... T o play any of the 50 piano songs pro vided, use the [SONG SE- LECT ▼ / ▲ ] buttons to select the number of the tune you wan[...]

14 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 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 belo w , this provides an e xcellent way to practice diff icult phrases. Specify the Beginning (A) of the Phrase .............................. Select a[...]

15 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S Piano Song Part Cancel The 50 piano songs 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 keyboar d. The right-hand part is played by the recorder’ s [1] track, and the left-hand part is played by recorder’ s [2] track. (Some of the [...]

16 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S The Dual Mode The dual mode makes it possible to play two voices simultaneously across the entire range of the keyboard. T o activ ate the dual mode simply press two v oice selectors at the same time (or press one v oice selector while holding another). The voice indicators of both selected voices will light when the dua[...]

17 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S The Split Mode (CLP-880/860) The split mode makes it possib le to play tw o different v oices on the ke yboard — one with the left hand and another with the right hand. The Left V oice is pla yed on all k eys to the left of (and including) a specified “ split point ” k ey , while the Right V oice is play ed on all [...]

18 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S Reverb The [REVERB] button selects a number of digital re verb eff ects that you can use f or e xtra depth and e xpressive po wer . T o select a rev erb type press the [REVERB] button a fe w times until the indicator corresponding to the desired type lights (the indica- tors light in sequence each time the [REVERB] butto[...]

19 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S EFFECT CHORUS SYMPHONIC TREMOLO DELAY EFFECT CHORUS SYMPHONIC TREMOLO DELAY SONG SELECT – / NO + / YES Brilliance (CLP-880/860/840) For a brighter or “sharper” tone, slide the control towards the BRIGHT position. For a “rounder” more mellow tone, slide the control towards the MELLOW position. NOTE • When the [...]

20 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S The Pedals Soft (Left) Pedal ............................................................................................... The soft pedal reduces the volume and slightly changes the timbre of notes played while the pedal is pressed. T he soft pedal will not affect notes which are already playing when it is pressed. The[...]

21 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S T ouch Sensitivity F our different types of k e yboard touch sensitivity — HARD , MEDIUM, SOFT or FIXED — can be selected to match diff erent playing styles and pref erences. T o select a touch sensiti vity type press the [TOUCH] button a f ew times until the indicator corresponding to the desired type lights (the in[...]

22 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S T uning T uning mak es it possible to adjust the pitch of the Clavino va ov er a 427.0 Hz … 453.0 Hz (corresponding to the A3 note ’ s Hz) range in appro ximately 0.2 Hertz intervals. Pitch control is useful for tuning the Clavinova to match other instruments or recorded music. T uning Up ............................[...]

23 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S The Metronome & T empo Control The Clavinova 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 in the next section. The Metronome The metronome sound is alternately turned on and of f b y pressing the [METR ONOM[...]

24 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S Using the Recorder The Clavinova features a two-track recorder that let you record what you play on the ke yboard and then play it bac k. T wo tracks mean that y ou can “ ov erdub ” one par t on top of another , using a different v oice if you lik e. The recorder f eature is a useful adjunct to any keyboard study pro[...]

25 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S Using the Recorder Start Recording ................................................................................................ Recording will begin automatically as soon as you play a note on the ke yboard or press the [ST AR T/STOP] b utton. The current measure number will appear on the display while recording. •[...]

26 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S Using the Recorder Playback T o play back what you’ ve recorded, f irst 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 the y are lit. Then press the RECORDER [ST ART/ ST OP] button. Playback starts from the beginning of the recor[...]

27 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S The Function Mode The [FUNCTION] button provides access to a range of functions that give the Clavino va e xtraordinar y versatility . The functions are categor ized in groups as follows: CLP-840/ CLP-880/ 820/820S 860 F1 F1 T uning ............................................................. 28 F2 F2 Scale ............[...]

28 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S The Function Mode F1 T uning F2 Scale In addition to the tuning method described on page 22, 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 approximately 0.2 Hz increments (the first time the [–/NO] or [+/YES] [...]

29 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S F3 Dual Mode Functions After selecting “ F3.Y ”, press the [+/YES] button to engage the dual-mode function sub- mode, then use the FUNCTION [ < ] and [ > ] buttons to select the desired dual mode func- tion, as listed belo w . If the Dual mode is not engaged “ F3.- ” will appear instead of “ F3.Y ” and [...]

30 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 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] butt[...]

31 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S F4.3: Right V oice Octave Shift ...................................................................................................... F4.4: Left V oice Octave Shift .......................................................................................................... Depending on which voices you combine using the s[...]

32 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S The Function Mode F5 CLP-880/860 Pedal Functions After selecting “ F5.Y ”, press the [+/YES] button to engage the pedal functions sub-mode, then use the FUNCTION [ < ] and [ > ] buttons to select the desired pedal functions, as listed belo w . F5.1: Left Pedal Mode ..............................................[...]

33 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S F6 CLP-880/860 Metr onome V olume The volume of the metronome sound can be changed. After selecting “ F5 ” or “ F6 ”, use the [–/NO] and [+/YES] b uttons to set the metronome volume as required. The volume range is from 1 through 20. A setting of “1” produces minimum sound, while a setting of “20” produ[...]

34 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S F8 CLP-880/860 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” o[...]

35 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 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” receiv e mode is also av ailable, which allows simultaneous reception of different parts on all 16 MIDI channels, allo wing the Clavino va to play mult[...]

36 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S The Function Mode F7.5/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 af fected by p[...]

37 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S The Function Mode F9 CLP-880/860 Backup Functions After selecting “ F8.Y ” or “ F9.Y ”, press the [+/YES] button to engage the backup function sub-mode, then use the FUNCTION [ < ] and [ > ] buttons to select the desired backup func- tion, as listed belo w . NOTE • The backup settings themselv es, and the[...]

38 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S Connecting to a Personal Computer Although the Clavinova can be connected to a personal computer via the MIDI IN/OUT connectors and a MIDI interf ace, the T O HOST connector and HOST SELECT s witch allow direct connection to Apple Macintosh or IBM-PC/A T personal computers for sequencing and other music applications with[...]

39 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S Connecting to an IBM-PC/A T Series Computer ............ Connect the TO HOST connector of the Clavinov a 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 o wner’ s manual for information [...]

40 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S Factor y Preset Recall 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. KC-883 Key Cover (for the CLP-820S only) A convenient way to keep your keyboard clean[...]

41 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S Voice Demo Tune Titles Voice Name CLP-880 CLP-860 CLP-840 CLP-820/820S Title Composer GRAND PIANO O O O O Fantaisie Impromptu F.F.Chopin CLASSICAL PIANO O O O – Für Elise L.v.Beethoven JAZZ PIANO O O – – Original – ROCK PIANO O O – – Original – E.PIANO 1* O O O O Original – E.PIANO 2 O O O – Original ?[...]

42 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S Function CLP-880/860 CLP-840 CLP-820/820S Function Default Backup Group CLP-880/860 CLP-840/820/820S F1 F1 F1 Tuning A3=440Hz F2.1 F2.1 F2.1 Scale 1 (Equal Temperament) F9.3 F8.3 F2.2 F2.2 F2.2 Base Note C F3.1 F3.1 F3.1 Dual Balance Preset for each voice combination F3.2 F3.2 F3.2 Dual Detune Preset for each voice combi[...]

43 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 3 MODE MESSAGES Data format: [BnH] -> [cc] -> [vv] BnH = Control event (n = channel number) cc = Control number vv = Data Range (1) All Sound Off ccH Parameter Data Range (vvH) 78H All Sound Off 00H Switches off all sound from the channel. Does not reset Note On and Hold On conditions established by Channel Message[...]

44 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S MIDI Data Format/MIDI-Datenformat/Format des données MIDI/Formato de datos MIDI 4. PROGRAM CHANGE Data format: [CnH] -> [ppH] CnH = Program event (n = channel number) ppH = Program change number 5. SYSTEM REALTIME MESSAGES [rrH] F8H: Timing clock FAH: Start FCH: Stop FEH: Active sensing Data Transmission Reception F8[...]

45 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S (2) Universal Non-Realtime Message (GM 0n) General MIDI Mode On Data format: [F0H] -> [7EH] -> [XnH] -> [09H] -> [01H] -> [F7H] F0H = Exclusive status 7EH = Universal Non-Realtime 7FH = ID of target device 09H = Sub-ID #1=General MIDI Message 01H = Sub-ID #2=General MIDI On F7H = End of Exclusive or F0H = [...]

46 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S REVERB MSB LSB ROOM 02H 10H HALL 1 01H 10H HALL 2 01H 11H STAGE 03H 10H EFFECT (CLP-880/860/840) MSB LSB CHORUS 42H 10H SYMPHONIC 44H 10H TREMOLO 46H 10H DELAY 05H 10H ● Effect MIDI Map <Table 1> MIDI Parameter Change table ( SYSTEM ) Address (H) Size (H) Data (H) Parameter Description Default value (H) 00 00 00 [...]

47 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S YAMAHA [Clavinova] Date: 1/21, 1998 Model: CLP-880/860/840/820/820S MIDI Implementation Chart Version: 1.1 Function Transmitted Recognized Remarks Basic Default 1 1 Channel Changed 1~16 1~16 Default 3 1 *1 Poly Mode only Mode Messages XX Altered ***************** X Note 9~120 0~127 Number : True voice ***************** 2[...]

48 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 1 • 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 above. Use of incorrect screws can cause damage[...]

49 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 2 3 B B D B B ● If applicable, align the cut corner of the bracket with the corresponding cutouts on the feet. 5 x 40 mm long gold screws 1 6 x 20 mm round-head screws 2 ◆ It is not necessary to perform this procedure on the CLP-880PE. X Assemble the side panels (B) and feet (C). Secure the feet (C) to the side panel[...]

50 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 4 5 V Attach the front panel (E). The front panel attaches to the front end of the pedal box and side panels. Fit the front panel into position and eliminate any gaps between the front and side panels. Align the small hole in each six brackets and attach the front panel using the six 4 x 12 millimeter round-head screws 3[...]

51 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 6 x 16 mm flat-head screws 5 6 B A (a) (b) ● Before connecting the speaker cord, remove the two tapes at- taching the speaker cord to the speaker box. N Connect the speaker cord. The speaker cord from the speaker box must be plugged into the corresponding connector in the main unit. The plug only goes in one way (the l[...]

52 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 7 F B F 4 x 20 mm tapping screws 4 4 x 12 mm round-head screws 3 M Attach the rear panel (F). With the rear panel slightly angled as shown in the illustration, lower it onto the feet’s protruding edge at the rear of the pedal box. Then, secure the top of the rear panel to the side panel brackets using two 4 x 12 mm rou[...]

53 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 8 9 Cord holder ● A voltage selector is provided in some areas. 240 127 110 220 < Connect the pedal cord. The pedal cord from the pedal box must be plugged into the PEDAL connector on the rear of the main unit. Once connected, attach the cord holders to the rear panel as shown, then clip the cord into the holders. &[...]

54 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 10 D ? Set the adjuster. For stability, an adjuster is provided on the bottom of the pedal box (D). Rotate the adjuster until it comes in firm contact with the floor surface. The adjuster ensures stable pedal operation and facilitates pedal effect control. If the adjuster is not in firm contact with the floor surface, di[...]

55 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S • When moving the instrument after assembly, always hold the lower surface of the main unit, NEVER the top portion or keyboard cover. Improper handling can result in damage to the instrument or personal injury. ■ After completing the assembly, please check the following. • Are there any parts left over? ➔ Review [...]

56 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 1 The CLP-860/840/820 all require the same assembly procedures. Illustrations use the CLP-860 for reference. • 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 perso[...]

57 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 2 3 D D C D D ● If applicable, align the cut corner of the bracket with the corre- sponding cutouts on the feet. 5 x 40 mm long gold screws 1 6 x 20 mm round-head screws 2 X Assemble the side panels (D) and feet (E). Secure the feet (E) to the side panels (D) with the 5 x 40 millimeter long gold-colored screws 1 (3 eac[...]

58 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 4 V Attach the rear panel (B). With the rear panel slightly angled as shown in the illustration, lower it onto the feet’s protruding edge at the rear of the pedal box. Then, while eliminating any gaps between the rear and side panels, secure the top of the rear panel to the side panel brackets using two 4 x 12 mm round[...]

59 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 5 A A D 10 cm 10 cm ● Be sure to place your hands at least 10 centimeters from either end of the main unit when positioning it. 6 x 16 mm flat-head screws 5 B Install the main unit (A). Place the main unit (A) on the side panels (D) with the screws on its bottom panel (toward the rear of the main unit) just behind the [...]

60 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 6 7 240 127 110 220 Cord holder ● A voltage selector is provided in some areas. N Connect the pedal cord. The pedal cord from the pedal box must be plugged into the PEDAL connector on the rear of the main unit. Once con- nected, attach the cord holders to the rear panel as shown, then clip the cord into the holders. M [...]

61 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S C 8 • When moving the instrument after as- sembly, always hold the lower surface of the main unit, NEVER the top portion or keyboard cover. Improper handling can result in damage to the instrument or personal injury. < Set the adjuster. For stability, an adjuster is provided on the bottom of the pedal box (C). Rotat[...]

62 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 1 • 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 above. Use of incorrect screws can cause damage[...]

63 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 2 3 D D C D D ● If applicable, align the cut corner of the bracket with the corre- sponding cutouts on the feet. 5 x 40 mm long gold screws 1 6 x 20 mm round-head screws 2 X Assemble the side panels (D) and feet (E). Secure the feet (E) to the side panels (D) with the 5 x 40 millimeter long gold-colored screws 1 (3 eac[...]

64 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 4 V Attach the center panel (B) to the side pan- els (D). The center panel (B) is installed between the side panels (D) with the brackets on each end toward the rear of the stand assem- bly. Place the square holes in the center-panel brackets over the lugs extending from the side panels, then slide down. Each side of the[...]

65 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 10 cm 10 cm 5 A A D ● Be sure to place your hands at least 10 centimeters from either end of the main unit when posi- tioning it. 6 x 16 mm flat-head screws 3 A D B Install the main unit (A). Place the main unit (A) on the side panels (D) with the screws on its bottom panel (toward the rear of the main unit) just behin[...]

66 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 6 7 240 127 110 220 Cord holder ● A voltage selector is provided in some areas. N Connect the pedal cord. Pass the pedal cord through the two cord holders on the side panel. Plug the free end of the cord into the PEDAL connector on the rear of the main unit. M Voltage Selector Before connecting the AC power cord, check[...]

67 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S C 8 • When moving the instrument after as- sembly, always hold the lower surface of the main unit, NEVER the top portion. Improper handling can result in damage to the instrument or personal injury. < Set the adjuster. For stability, an adjuster is provided on the bottom of the pedal box (C). Rotate the adjuster unt[...]

68 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S KEYBOARD POLYPHONY VOICE SELECTORS REVERB EFFECT 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-880 CLP-860 CLP-840 CLP-820 CLP-820S 88 KEYS (A-1 ~ C7) 64 NOTES MAX. 32 [...]

69 CLP-880/860/840/820/820S 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 [...]

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[...]

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