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• Only use the voltage specified as correct for the instrument. The required voltage is printed on the name plate of the instrument. • Use the specified adaptor (PA-3C or an equivalent recommended by Yamaha) only. Using the wrong adaptor can result in damage to the instrument or overheating.
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Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modifications to the instrument, or data that is lost or destroyed. Always turn the power off when the instrument is not in use.
If you wish to use such data for occasions other than personal use, consult a copyright expert. This product incorporates and bundles computer programs and contents in which Yamaha owns copyrights or with respect to which it has license to use others' copyrights. Such copyrighted materials include, without limitation, all computer software, style files, MIDI files, WAVE data, musical scores and sound recordings.
• Yamaha PA-3C Power Adaptor* • Foot Pedal (FC3) • Owner’s Manual * May not be included depending on your particular area. Please check with your Yamaha dealer. Main Features The CP33 gives you the ultimate acoustic grand piano sound—utilizing three-stage dynamic sampling, providing the ability to change tone with the sustain pedal, and adding a subtle, authentic release sound when you lift your fingers from the keys.
Contents Introduction ... 4 Application Index ...7 Before Using the CP33 ...8 Power Supply Connections ...8 Connecting to Speakers or Headphones ...9 Turning the Power On ...9 Adjusting the Sound ...10 Using the Pedals ...11 Reference ... 12 Control Names and Functions ...12 Front Panel ...12 Rear Panel ...14 Listening to the Demo Songs ...15...
Application Index Listening • Listening to Demo Songs with different Voices ...."Listening to the Demo Songs" on page 15 Playing • Selecting and Playing Voices ......... . . "Selecting a Voice" on page 16 •...
WARNING Use ONLY a Yamaha PA-3C AC Power Adaptor (or other adaptor specifically recommended by Yamaha) to power your instrument from the AC mains. The use of other adaptors may result in irreparable damage to both the adaptor and the CP33.
Connecting to Speakers or Headphones Since the CP33 has no built-in speakers, you will need to monitor the sound of the instrument by using external equipment. Connect a set of headphones, powered speakers, or other playback equipment as required. Headphones CAUTION Do not use the CP33 at a high volume level for a long period of time, or your hearing may be damaged.
Before Using the CP33 Connecting MIDI Devices or a Mixer Make sure that all volume settings are turned down all the way to the minimum. Then turn on the every device in your setup in the order of MIDI masters (controllers), MIDI slaves (receivers), then audio equipment (mixers, amplifiers, speakers, etc.).
Using the Pedals CAUTION Make sure that the power is off when connecting or disconnecting any pedal. Sustain Pedal (Sustain Pedal jack) This jack is for connecting the included FC3 foot pedal. The pedal functions in the same way as a damper pedal on an acoustic piano.
Control Names and Functions Reference Control Names and Functions Front Panel DC-IN 1 Pitch bend wheel Controls the pitch bend effect. 2 Modulation wheel Controls the modulation effect. 3 [MASTER VOLUME] dial Adjusts the overall volume. 4 [ZONE CONTROL] sliders These two sliders adjust the output level for each Layer parts (up to two).
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GRAND GRAND MONO PIANO 1 PIANO 2 PIANO E. PIANO 1 E. PIANO 2 CHURCH JAZZ HARPSI- STRINGS/ ORGAN ORGAN CHORD CHOIR GUITAR TEMPO/OTHER VALUE CTION VOICE/MASTER # [VARIATION/MEMORY] button For selecting an alternate Voice or alternate Voice settings. Enables selection of the master setting, such as saving the settings if the [MASTER] button is turned on.
Control Names and Functions Rear Panel 1 OUTPUT [L/MONO][R] jacks These jacks output stereo audio signals (1/4" mono phone plug). For monophonic output, use just the L/MONO jack. 2 MIDI [IN][OUT] connectors For connecting external MIDI devices, allowing the use of various MIDI functions.
Listening to the Demo Songs Demo Songs are provided that effectively demonstrate each of the CP33’s Voices. n Make sure the CP33 is ready for playback. Details are given in the section "Before Using the CP33" on page 8. ZONE 1 ZONE 2 MASTER VOLUME ZONE CONTROL...
Playing Voices Playing Voices Selecting a Voice ZONE 1 ZONE 2 MASTER VOLUME ZONE CONTROL Select the desired Voice by pressing one of the Voice buttons. The Voice indicator of the selected Voice will light. n Make sure the [MASTER] button is turned off. For details about Master mode, refer to page 26. Re-adjust the [MASTER VOLUME] dial for the most comfortable listening level.
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[BRILLIANCE] This button enables you to change the brightness of the selected Voice for your keyboard performance. The following three types are available. • BRIGHT ..Bright tone • NORMAL ..Standard tone •...
Playing Voices [EFFECT] The [EFFECT] button allows you to select an effect to give your sound greater depth and animation. • OFF ...When no effect is selected, no EFFECT indicator is lit. •...
n The touch sensitivity type will become the common setting for all voices. However, the touch sensitivity settings may have little or no effect with certain voices that are not normally responsive to keyboard dynamics. (Refer to the "Preset Voice List" on page 47.) Changing the volume when FIXED is selected When you select FIXED, you can set the volume for notes played in FIXED by using the [NO/–] and [YES/+] buttons while you hold the [TOUCH] button.
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Playing Voices [VARIATION] in Dual The [VARIATION] button’s indicator will light if the variation is engaged for either or both of the Dual Voices. While Dual is engaged, the [VARIATION] button can be used to turn the variation for both Voices on or off.
Playing Different Voices with the Left and Right Hands—Split Split enables you to play two different Voices on the keyboard—one with the left hand and another with the right hand. For example, you can play a bass part using the WOOD BASS or E.BASS Voice with the left hand, and a melody with the right hand.
Playing Voices Press the [SPLIT] button to exit Split and return to normal play. [VARIATION] in Split You can turn the variation on or off for Split Voices. Normally, the Voice indicator of the right Voice lights in Split. The [VARIATION] button can be used to turn the variation for the right Voice on or off as required. While the [SPLIT] button is held, however, the Voice indicator of the left Voice lights.
Using the Click Pressing the [CLICK] button turns the click sound on and off. Press the [CLICK] button to start the click. Adjusting the Tempo The tempo of the click (the recorder is described in the next section) can be set from 32 to 280 beats per minute by using the TEMPO/FUNCTION [–][+] buttons (when the TEMPO/FUNCTION [–][+] button’s [TEMPO] indicator is lit).
Playing Voices • The transposition range: -12 ..-12 semitones (down one octave) 0 ..normal pitch 12 ..12 semitones (up one octave) The [TRANSPOSE] button indicator remains lit when a transpose setting other than "0"...
Changing the Volume for Each Zone (Zone Control) The convenient [ZONE CONTROL] sliders allow you to adjust the volume of each zone independently while you play the keyboard. Moving a slider up increases the volume while pulling the slider down decreases it. Voice 2 (ZONE 2) When Dual or Split are enabled ZONE CONTROL [ZONE 1] slider: Adjusts the Voice 1 volume...
Using the Master Mode Using the Master Mode The Master mode allows you to divide the keyboard into two independent areas (called "Zones"). Each Zone can be assigned to different MIDI channels and have different Control Slider functions. This makes it possible to control two tone generators simultaneously from a single keyboard, and to control Voices of an external tone generator over several different channels, in addition to the internal Voices of the CP33 itself.
Master Settings—Master Edit The Master mode allows you to divide the keyboard into up to two independent areas (zones) which will be effective when the [MASTER] button is turned on. Master Edit List This allows you to set the following parameters for each zone. Display *.01 Lowest Note of the Range Settings...
Master Settings—Master Edit Use the TEMPO/FUNCTION [–][+] buttons to select a target item. You can jump directly to the Master Edit settings by pressing the VOICE/MASTER button ([1] - [14]) corresponding to the desired Master number. To switch between Zone 1 and Zone 2 in the selected Master, simply press the same VOICE/MASTER button.
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*.05 Slider Settings For assigning specific functions to each [ZONE CONTROL] slider. • Settings: - Transmitted to Internal and External: - Transmitted to only External: • Default setting: C2 (Volume) (Modulation) (Volume) (Control Change 0) n While the F7.5 Control Change in the Function menu is turned OFF, control data is not transmitted to External (page 40).
Master Settings—Master Edit *.14 Program Change Number Settings for MIDI Transmission to an External Tone Generator You can select specific Voices or programs on a connected MIDI device by specifying a Program Change number, in combination with the Bank Select MSB and Bank Select LSB parameters below. •...
Detailed Settings Detailed Settings—[FUNCTION] You can set various parameters to make the best use of CP33 functions, such as fine-tuning the pitch or selecting a scale, etc. The following parameters are available. The CP33 has eight main functions. Some of these main functions consist of a set of sub-functions. Function Settings List Function Fine tuning of the pitch...
Detailed Settings Function Settings—Basic Operation Follow the steps below to use the Function settings. If you become lost while using a function, return to this page and read the basic procedure. ZONE 1 ZONE 2 MASTER VOLUME ZONE CONTROL Press the [TEMPO/FUNCTION] button to enter the Function menu. The [FUNCTION] indicator lights.
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Use the [NO/–] and [YES/+] buttons to change the ON/OFF setting, select the type, or change the value. The default setting (which is used when you first turn on the power to the CP33) is recalled by pressing the [NO/–] and [YES/+] buttons simultaneously. n After you select the function, the current setting will be displayed when the [NO/–] or [YES/+] button is pressed for the first time.
Detailed Settings About Each Function The explanations here apply when entering the Function settings in step 5 on page 33. F1. Fine Tuning of the Pitch This allows you to fine tune the pitch of the entire instrument. This function is useful when you play the CP33 along with other instruments or CD music.
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F2. Selecting a Scale This allows you to select various scales. Equal Temperament is the most common contemporary piano tuning scale. However, history has known numerous other scales, many of which serve as the basis for certain genres of music. This function lets you explore and experience these alternate tunings.
Detailed Settings F3. Dual Functions You can set various parameters for Dual (page 19) to optimize the settings for the songs you play, such as tuning the pitches of the two Voices. Dual function settings are set individually for each Voice combination.
F4. Split Functions This menu enables you to make various detailed settings for Split. By changing the split point or other setting, you can optimize the settings for the songs you play. Be sure to select the Split by pressing the [SPLIT] button before engaging Function.
Detailed Settings F5. Other Functions This section provides a variety of other settings and parameters, including those that affect pedal operation. AUX Pedal • Setting range: 1. Expression This setting allows control of dynamics during performance. 2. Soft Pedal The soft pedal reduces the volume and slightly changes the timbre of notes played while the pedal is pressed.
F6. Click Volume Use this function to adjust the Click volume. • Setting range: 1 – 20 • Default setting: 10 SHORTCUT You can jump directly to the Click functions by pressing the [TEMPO/FUNCTION] button while holding the [CLICK] button. F7.
Detailed Settings Program Change ON/OFF Normally the CP33 will respond to MIDI program change numbers received from an external keyboard or other MIDI device, causing the correspondingly numbered Voice to be selected on the corresponding channel (the keyboard Voice does not change). The CP33 will normally also send a MIDI program change number whenever one of its Voices is selected, causing the correspondingly numbered Voice or program to be selected on the external...
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F8. Backup Functions These allow you to back up some settings, such as Voice selection and Reverb type, so that they will not be lost when you turn off the power to the CP33. If the Backup function is turned on, the settings at power off are effective.
Connecting to a Computer and Other MIDI Devices Since the CP33 has no built-in speakers, you'll need an external audio system or a set of stereo headphones to properly monitor it. Alternatively, you could use a pair of headphones. There are several methods of connecting to external audio equipment, as described in the following illustrations.
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Weather Report MIDI operates on the same basic principle. The transmitting instrument sends MIDI data on a specific MIDI channel (MIDI Transmit Channel) via a single MIDI cable to the receiving instrument. If the receiving instrument’s MIDI channel (MIDI Receive Channel) matches the Transmit Channel, the receiving instrument will sound according to the data sent by the transmitting instrument.
In order to use the instrument with a computer via a USB connection, you will need to install an appropriate USB-MIDI driver. You can download the proper driver from our website: http://www.yamaha.co.jp/download/usb_midi/ Compatible versions are available for: Windows XP Professional/Home Edition/Me/2000/98, and Mac OS X 10.2 –...
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Precautions when using the USB connector When connecting the computer to the USB connector, make sure to observe the following points. Failing to do so risks freezing the computer and corrupting or even losing the data. If the computer or the instrument freezes, turn the power to the instrument off or restart the computer.
Appendix Troubleshooting Problem The CP33 does not turn on. A click or pop is heard when the power is turned on or off. Noise is heard from the speakers or headphones. The overall volume is low, or no sound is heard. The Sustain pedal has no effect.
Preset Voice List Voice Panel Number Voice name GRAND PIANO 1 Grand Piano 1 Mellow Piano GRAND PIANO 2 Grand Piano 2 Bright Piano MONO PIANO Mono Piano 1 Mono Piano 2 E.PIANO 1 E.Piano 1 Vintage Piano E.PIANO 2 E.Piano 2 Synth Piano E.CLAVICHORD...
Factory Setting List Voice Panel Number Voice name GUITAR Nylon Guitar Steel Guitar WOOD BASS Wood Bass Bass&Cymbal E.BASS E.Bass Fretless Bass *1. When you set the "*.13 Voice Setting for Internal Tone Generator" setting in [MASTER EDIT] menu, specify the corresponding Voice number. *2.
Master mode Master mode Display Function *.01 Lowest Note of the Range *.02 Highest Note of the Range *.03 MIDI Transmit Channel for Master Mode *.04 Internal Tone Generator On/Off *.05 Slider *.06 Volume for Internal Tone Generator *.07 Volume for External Tone Generator *.08 Pan for Internal Tone Generator *.09...
MIDI Data Format 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 CP33. 1. NOTE ON/OFF Data format: [9nH] ->...
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Sostenuto, and Soft effects for all channels are turned off and an All Note Off message occurs. 8. SYSTEM EXCLUSIVE MESSAGES (Yamaha MIDI Format) Panel Data Transmit Data format: [F0H] -> [43H] -> [0nH] -> [7CH] -> ... -> [F7H] CP33 Owner’s Manual...
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Data format: [F0H] -> [43H] -> [1nH] -> [4CH] -> [hhH] -> [mmH] -> [llH] -> [ddH] ->...-> [F7H] F0H = Exclusive status 43H = YAMAHA ID 1nH = When received, n=0~F. When transmitted, n=0. 4CH = Model ID of XG...
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MIDI Data Format <Table 1> MIDI Parameter Change table (SYSTEM) Address (H) Size (H) Data (H) 00 00 00 020C - 05F4* 00 - 7F TOTAL SIZE *Values lower than 020CH select -50 cents. Values higher than 05F4H select +50 cents. <Table 2>...
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This product should be used only with the components supplied or; a cart, rack, or stand that is recommended by Yamaha. If a cart, etc., is used, please observe all safety markings and instructions that accompany the accessory product.
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