Taking Care Of Your Clavinova - Yamaha Clavinova CLP-157 Owner's Manual

Thank you for choosing a Yamaha CLP-157 Clavinova. Your Clavinova is a fine musical instru-
ment that employs advanced Yamaha music technology. With the proper care, your Clavinova
will give you many years of musical pleasure.
Stereo sampling of the acoustic piano voices offers unmatched realism and expressive power, while
the AWM (Advanced Wave Memory) tone generator system offers rich, realistic reproductions of all
other voices.
Piano-like touch response — adjustable in 4 stages — provides extensive expressive control and out-
standing playability.
Dual play mode allows 2 voices to be played simultaneously.
A number of built-in effects for wide-ranging sonic versatility.
Unique Clavinova Tone voice provides a fresh sound for new musical expression.
Damper pedal includes natural resonance effect for the piano voices, simulating the string and sound-
board resonance of acoustic pianos.
Metronome feature with variable tempo facilitates practice.
2-track digital recorder lets you record and play back anything you play on the keyboard (up to ap-
proximately 4,200 notes).
MIDI compatibility and a range of MIDI functions make the Clavinova useful in a range of advanced
MIDI music systems.
In order to make the most of your Clavinova's performance potential and features, we urge you
to read this Owner's Manual thoroughly, and keep it in a safe place for later reference.
Your Clavinova is a fine musical instrument, and deserves the most careful treatment.
Observe the following points and your Clavinova will sound and look great for many years.
1
Never open the case and touch or tamper with the inter-
nal circuitry.
2
Always turn the POWER switch OFF after use, and
close the key cover to protect the keyboard.
3
Clean the cabinet and keys of your Clavinova only with
a clean, slightly damp cloth. A neutral cleanser may be
used if desired. Never use abrasive cleansers, waxes,
solvents or chemical dust cloths since these can dull or
damage the finish.
Introduction

Taking Care Of Your Clavinova

4
Never place any vinyl products on your Clavinova. Con-
tact with vinyl can cause irreversible damage to the
finish.
5
Install your Clavinova in a place that is away from di-
rect sunlight, excessive humidity or heat.
6
Never apply excessive force to the controls, connectors
or other parts of your Clavinova, and avoid scratching
or bumping it with hard objects.
Name Plate Location
The CLP-157 name plate is located on the bottom panel.