Connections; Connectors - Yamaha Clavinova CLP-280 Owner's Manual

Connections

Connectors

CAUTION
Before connecting the Clavinova to other electronic components, turn off the power to all the components. Before
turning the power on or off to all components, set all volume levels to minimum (0). Otherwise, electrical shock or
damage to the components may occur.
on the left of the panel
SELECT
USB TO DEVICE
1
1 USB [TO DEVICE] terminal (A/B)
This terminal allows connection to USB storage devices.
Refer to "Connecting to a USB storage device" on page 60.
2 USB [TO HOST] terminal
This terminal allows direct connection to a personal computer. Refer to "Con-
necting a personal computer" on page 63 for more information.
3 MIDI [IN], [OUT], [THRU] terminals
Use MIDI cables to connect external MIDI devices to these connectors.
MIDI [IN]: Receives MIDI data.
MIDI [OUT]: Transmits MIDI data.
MIDI [THRU]: Transmits data received at the MIDI [IN] terminal as it is.
About MIDI
MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a standard format for data trans-
mission/reception. It enables the transfer of performance data and commands
between MIDI devices and personal computers. Using MIDI, you can control a
connected MIDI device from the Clavinova, or control the Clavinova from a con-
nected MIDI device or computer.
4 [AUX PEDAL] jack
A separately sold FC7 foot controller or FC4/FC5 foot switch can be con-
nected to this jack. By using an FC7 you can control the volume while playing
to add expression to your performance, or control various other functions. By
using an FC4/FC5, you can switch various selected functions on/off. To select
the function that will be controlled, use the [FUNCTION] parameter [Aux-
Pedal] (page 86). The [PLAY/PAUSE] function can also be assigned to a foot
switch (page 87).
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IN OUT
USB
TO DEVICE TO HOST MIDI
1 2 3
THRU
AUX PEDAL
4
at front
L/L+R R L R
AUX IN AUX OUT
5 6
TIP
There are two different types of
USB terminals on the instru-
ment: USB [TO DEVICE] and
USB [TO HOST]. Take care not
to confuse the two terminals
and the corresponding cable
connectors. Be careful to con-
nect the proper plug in the
proper direction.
TIP
MIDI performance data and
commands are transferred in
the form of numeric values.
TIP
Since MIDI data that can be
transmitted or received varies
depending on the type of MIDI
device, check the "MIDI Imple-
mentation Chart" to find out
what MIDI data and commands
your devices can transmit or
receive. The Clavinova's MIDI
Implementation Chart appears
on the separate Data List.
CAUTION
Connect or disconnect the
pedal when the power is off.