Yamaha Clavinova CLP-270 Owner's Manual

Yamaha Clavinova CLP-270 Owner's Manual

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C L P - 2 8 0 / 2 7 0
OWNER'S MANUAL
Before using the Clavinova, be sure to read "PRECAUTIONS„ on pages 3-4.
IMPORTANT
—Check your power supply—
Make sure that your local AC mains voltage matches the voltage specified on the name plate on the bottom panel. In some areas
a voltage selector may be provided on the rear of the main keyboard unit near the power cord. Make sure that the voltage
selector is set for the voltage in your area. The voltage selector is set at 240V when the unit is initially shipped. To change the
setting use a "minus" screwdriver to rotate the selector dial so that the correct voltage appears next to the pointer on the panel.
For information on assembling the keyboard stand, refer to the instructions at the end of this manual.
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  • Page 1 C L P - 2 8 0 / 2 7 0 OWNER'S MANUAL Before using the Clavinova, be sure to read “PRECAUTIONS„ on pages 3-4. IMPORTANT —Check your power supply— Make sure that your local AC mains voltage matches the voltage specified on the name plate on the bottom panel. In some areas a voltage selector may be provided on the rear of the main keyboard unit near the power cord.
  • Page 2: Special Message Section

    SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE: information contained in this manual is believed to be correct at the time of printing. However, Yamaha reserves the right to change or modify any of the specifications without notice or obligation to update existing units.
  • Page 3 The instrument contains no user-serviceable parts. If it should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel. CAUTION Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of physical injury to you or others, or damage to the instrument or other property.
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5: Introduction

    COPYRIGHT NOTICE 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 and MIDI files, etc. Any unauthorized use of such programs and contents outside of personal use is not permitted under relevant laws.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction About this Owner’s Manual and Data List ... 5 Included Accessories ... 5 Application Index ... 8 Panel Controls and Terminals... 10 Introduction to the Controls... 12 Before Using the Clavinova... 14 About the key cover ... 14 About the music rest ...
  • Page 7 Automatically selecting a song in storage media ... [SongAutoOpen]... 53 Changing the type of characters on screen ... [CharacterCode]... 53 Playing Back Recorded Songs and Commercially-available Music Data... 54 Playing back a song ... 54 Turning part playback on and off ... 57 Supported song data type ...
  • Page 8: Application Index

    Application Index Use this index to find reference pages that may be helpful for your application and situation. Listening Listening to demo songs...“Listening to the Demonstration Tunes” on page 18 Listening to demo songs with different voices ...“Listening to the Demonstration Tunes” on page 18 Listening to songs from “50 greats for the Piano”...
  • Page 9: Clp-280/270 Owner's Manual

    Use this index to find reference pages that may be helpful for your application and situation. Settings Making detailed settings for recording and playback ... “Detailed settings for recording and playback [FILE/SONG SETTING]” on page 71 Making detailed settings for the metronome ...
  • Page 10: Panel Controls And Terminals

    Yamaha’s original AWM Dynamic Stereo Sampling technology for rich, authentic, musical voices. The CLP-270 utilizes a GH3 (Graded Hammer 3) Keyboard that varies the key weight according to the key range, while the CLP-280 boasts a Natural Wood Keyboard that enhances the GH3 features (including real-wood white keys), to reproduce as closely as possible the experience of playing an actual acoustic grand piano.
  • Page 11 1 [POWER] switch ....page 15 2 [MASTER VOLUME] dial ..page 16 Adjust the volume level using this dial. 3 [SONG BALANCE] slider .
  • Page 12: Introduction To The Controls

    Introduction to the Controls This instrument has many buttons and controls—so many that you may feel overwhelmed at first. However, once you understand the basic operations, you’ll find the instrument is very easy to use. Press the button corresponding to the function you want to use. The buttons are the means of entrance to the functions.
  • Page 13 To reset the values or parameters, press the [–][+] buttons simultaneously. If you’ve changed the parameter values or settings, you may wan to reset them to their normal condition. To do this, simply press the [–][+] buttons simultaneously. The TEMPO and BRILLIANCE buttons are the same shape as the A [–][+] – D [–][+] buttons. You can reset the related values or parameters by simultaneously pressing buttons of this shape.
  • Page 14: Before Using The Clavinova

    Before Using the Clavinova About the key cover To open the key cover: Lift the cover slightly, then push and slide it open. To close the key cover: Slide the cover toward you and gently lower the cover over the keys. CAUTION Hold the cover with both hands when opening or closing it.
  • Page 15: Turning The Power On

    Use only the AC power cord supplied with the CLP-280/270. If the supplied cord is lost or damaged and needs to be replaced, contact your Yamaha dealer. The use of an inappropriate replacement can pose a fire and shock hazard! The type of AC power cord provided with the CLP-280/270 may be different depending on the country in which it is purchased.
  • Page 16: Adjusting The Display Contrast

    You can also adjust the [PHONES] output level, AUX [IN] input level and the AUX [OUT] output level (when “Vari- able” is selected in “AuxOutLevel” on page 89) using the [MASTER VOLUME] dial. Optional headphones HPE-160 Yamaha headphones. TERMINOLOGY Use this knob. CONTRAST: difference between...
  • Page 17: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation CLP-280/270 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 18: Listening To The Demonstration Tunes

    Demonstration tunes Voice group GRAND PIANO1 “Eintritt” Waldszenen Op. 82 HARPSICHORD Gavotte The demonstration pieces listed above are short rearranged excerpts the original compositions. All other songs are original (©2005 Yamaha Corporation). EXTRA PARTS SONG KEYBOARD REPEAT MASTER VOLUME SONG BALANCE...
  • Page 19 Select a tune and start playback. Press the voice group button for the demo song that you want to hear. The indicator of the voice group button you pressed will light, and the demo song will begin playing. Subsequently, the demo songs will play back consecutively from the upper left voice group button until you stop the playback.
  • Page 20: Listening To 50 Piano Preset Songs

    Listening to 50 Piano Preset Songs The Clavinova provides performance data of 50 piano songs. You can just listen to these songs (page 20) or use them for practice (page 22). You can also refer to the included “50 greats for the Piano” booklet that con- tains the scores for 50 piano preset songs.
  • Page 21: Adjusting The Tempo

    Adjusting the tempo You can use the TEMPO [DOWN][UP] buttons to adjust the playback tempo as required. The default tempo (the song’s original tempo) is set when you press the [DOWN] and [UP] buttons simultaneously. Press either of the [SONG SELECT] button to return to the song select screen. Tempo Stop the song playback.
  • Page 22: Practicing A One-Hand Part Using 50 Preset Songs

    Listening to 50 Piano Preset Songs Practicing a one-hand part using 50 preset songs The 50 preset songs have separate left- and right-hand parts on individual parts. You can turn the left- and right-hand parts on or off as required so you can practice the corresponding part (the part that is turned off) on the keyboard.
  • Page 23: Practicing With The Repeat Playback Function And The Preset Songs

    Stop playback. When playback is complete, it automatically stops and the Clavinova locates the top of the song. If you wish to stop playback in the middle of a song, press the [STOP] button. You can also pause playback by pressing the [PLAY/PAUSE] button.
  • Page 24: Play Mode

    Listening to 50 Piano Preset Songs Specifying a range of measures and playing them back repeatedly (A-B repeat) Procedure Select the desired song for practicing and play it. Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start playback. Specify the repeat range. Press the [REPEAT] button at the starting point (A) of the range to be repeated.
  • Page 25: Selecting And Playing Voices

    “Preset Voice List” on page 106. XG is a major enhancement of the GM System level 1 format, and was developed by Yamaha specially to provide more voices and variations, as well as greater expressive control over voices and effects, and to ensure compatibility of data well into the future.
  • Page 26: Using The Pedals

    Selecting and Playing Voices Using the pedals The Clavinova has three foot pedals: damper pedal (right), sostenuto pedal (center), and soft pedal (left) that produce a range of expressive effects similar to those produced by the pedals on an acoustic piano. Damper (right) pedal When you press the damper pedal, the notes you play have a longer sustain.
  • Page 27: Adding Variation To The Sound [Brilliance]/[Reverb]/[Chorus]

    Adding variation to the sound [BRILLIANCE]/[REVERB]/[CHORUS] The Effect function enables you to add expression to the sound. The Clavinova effects include Brilliance, Reverb, and Chorus. EXTRA SONG PARTS LEFT RIGHT SELECT STOP PLAY/PAUSE FILE/SONG SONG KEYBOARD REPEAT SETTING SYNC START NEW SONG MASTER VOLUME SONG BALANCE...
  • Page 28 Selecting and Playing Voices [REVERB] This control adds reverberation to the sound by simulating the natural reverberation of a concert hall. Procedure Pressing the [REVERB] button repeatedly toggles the reverb on and off. Even if the reverb effect is turned off, a “soundboard reverb” effect will be applied when the GrandPiano1 or GrandPiano2 voice is selected.
  • Page 29: Combining Two Voices (Dual Mode)

    Combining two voices (Dual mode) You can play two voices simultaneously across the entire range of the keyboard. In this way, you can simulate a melody duet or combine two similar voices to create a thicker sound. Refer to “Voice Combination Exam- ples (Dual and Split)”...
  • Page 30 Selecting and Playing Voices Dual mode using voices in the same voice group Procedure Select a voice group. In normal play mode, press the desired voice group button. Select a voice. Use the A [–][+] buttons to select a voice. Select another voice.
  • Page 31: Splitting The Keyboard Range And Playing Two Different Voices (Split Mode)

    Splitting the keyboard range and playing two differ- ent voices (Split mode) Split mode 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.
  • Page 32 Selecting and Playing Voices Specify the split point (the border between the right- and left-hand range). The normal setting of the split point is “F 2.” To change the split point setting: Hold down the [SPLIT] button, then use the D [–] [+] buttons to specify the split point.
  • Page 33: Using The Metronome

    Using the metronome The Clavinova is built-in metronome (a device that keeps an accurate tempo) is a convenient feature for practice. EXTRA SONG PARTS LEFT RIGHT SELECT STOP PLAY/PAUSE FILE/SONG SONG KEYBOARD REPEAT SETTING NEW SONG SYNC START MASTER VOLUME SONG BALANCE DEMO SONG...
  • Page 34: Recording Your Performance

    Recording Your Performance This chapter explains how to record your performance using the Clavinova recording function. You can, for example, play back what you have played on the Clavinova key- board for an effective practice aid. You can also record just the left-hand part, then practice the right-hand part while playing back the recorded left-hand part.
  • Page 35: Recording A Performance Without Specifying The Recording Part

    Recording a performance without specifying the recording part EXTRA SONG PARTS LEFT RIGHT SELECT STOP PLAY/PAUSE FILE/SONG SONG KEYBOARD REPEAT SETTING NEW SONG SYNC START MASTER VOLUME SONG BALANCE DEMO SONG Procedure Select “NewSong” for recording. Press the [REC] and [STOP] buttons simultaneously. “NewSong”...
  • Page 36: Play Back The Recorded Performance

    Recording Your Performance Start and stop recording. Recording begins automatically as soon as you play a note on the keyboard. (Optional) Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start recording. The recording screen displays the current measure number. Record screen To stop recording, press the [STOP] button. The Clavinova locates the top of the song.
  • Page 37 Re-recording a song partially This section explains how to record part of a song again. Procedure Select a recording method. Press the [FILE/SONG SETTING] button. Press the A [–][+] buttons to display “RecStart” or “RecEnd.” Press the D [–][+] buttons to specify how the recording should start and end.
  • Page 38 Recording Your Performance Engage record mode. Press the [REC] button. To stop recording, press the [REC] button again or press the [STOP] button. After pressing the [REC] button again or the [STOP] button when “RecStart” is set to “Normal” (page 37), “Overwrite?” is shown in the display.
  • Page 39: Recording A Performance Of Several Different Parts

    Recording a performance of several different parts 2 3 2 EXTRA SONG PARTS RIGHT LEFT SELECT STOP PLAY/PAUSE FILE/SONG SONG KEYBOARD REPEAT SETTING NEW SONG SYNC START MASTER VOLUME SONG BALANCE DEMO SONG Procedure Select “New Song” and a voice for recording. Follow the same operation steps as in “Recording a performance with- out specifying the recording part”...
  • Page 40: Other Recording Techniques

    Recording Your Performance Start and stop recording. Recording begins automatically as soon as you play a note on the keyboard. (Optional) Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start recording. To stop recording, press the [STOP] button. The Clavinova locates the top of the song. To stop recording, press the [STOP] button.
  • Page 41 Changing a voice or tempo after recording You can change the voice and tempo after recording to change a song’s feel or to set a more suitable tempo. You can also change these elements in the middle of a song. Procedure Select a song you wish to change (page 40).
  • Page 42: Recording In Dual Or Split Mode

    Recording Your Performance Adjusting the volume balance between playback and your performance [SONG BALANCE] While recording multiple parts one by one, you can adjust the volume balance between the playback of the recorded parts and your current performance. Procedure Move the [SONG BALANCE] slider to the left or right to make adjustments.
  • Page 43: Handling Files Such As Deleting Song Files

    Handling files such as deleting song files ... [FILE/SONG SETTING] File screens (accessed via the [FILE/SONG SETTING] button) enables you to handle files (e.g., save, delete and rename recorded songs), copy and format medias and change characters on the screen. The following parameters are provided for these operations: Settings Saving recorded songs to a USB storage device...
  • Page 44 MS, Ms ...Yamaha-protection-formatted songs in the Storage memory. U1...External song U1P ...External songs such as Disk Orchestra Collection (DOC) songs or Disklavier Piano Soft songs in a USB storage device. U1S, U1s ...Yamaha-protection-formatted songs in a USB storage device. Limitation of file operations Save Ø...
  • Page 45 Handling files such as deleting song files ... [FILE/SONG SETTING] Basic file operation A message (information or confirmation dialog) sometimes appears on the screen to facilitate operation. Refer to the “Message List” on page 93 for an explanation of each message, appropriate actions to take. EXTRA SONG PARTS...
  • Page 46: Saving Recorded Songs To A Usb Storage Device

    Handling files such as deleting song files ... [FILE/SONG SETTING] Saving recorded songs to a USB storage device ... [Save] Recorded songs are automatically saved to Storage memory from Current memory, so normally you won’t need to save songs using this function. However, if a “MemoryFull” message or “SystemLimit” message appear, save the song to another device using this function.
  • Page 47: Deleting A Song From The Clavinova's Storage Memory Or From A Usb Storage Device

    Handling files such as deleting song files ... [FILE/SONG SETTING] Deleting a song from the Clavinova’s Storage memory or from a USB storage device ... [Delete] This deletes a song from Storage memory or from a USB storage device. It is not possible to delete a preset song or current song.
  • Page 48: Renaming Files

    Handling files such as deleting song files ... [FILE/SONG SETTING] Renaming files ... [Rename] You can change a song’s title except for the preset songs and [-----: NewSong]. Procedure See page 45 for information on basic operations. The following is a detailed procedure for Step 4. Name the song as described in the “Save”...
  • Page 49: Copying Files

    Handling files such as deleting song files ... [FILE/SONG SETTING] Copying files ... [Copy] You can copy songs. However, you cannot copy files to the same root direc- tory or same folder. Copy U1-001:NewaSong001 Copy operation You can copy files to other memory location. Can be copied.
  • Page 50: The Instrument

    Procedure See page 45 for information on basic operations. The following is a detailed procedure for Step 4. When you copy a song to/from a USB storage device, make sure that a USB storage device is connected to the instrument. Press the D [–] button to display “DriveSelected? ”...
  • Page 51: Moving Files

    Handling files such as deleting song files ... [FILE/SONG SETTING] Moving files ... [Move] You can move (cut and paste) songs. Move U1-001:NewSong001 Procedure See page 45 for information on basic operations. The following is a detailed procedure for step 4. When you move a song to/from a USB storage device, make sure that a USB storage device is connected to the instrument.
  • Page 52: Making Folders In The Usb Storage Device

    Do not turn off the power or eject the media while “Execut- ing” is shown in the display. For a list of devices whose compatibility has been con- firmed by Yamaha, visit the fol- lowing web page: http://music.yamaha.com/CLP- 280/ http://music.yamaha.com/CLP-...
  • Page 53: Automatically Selecting A Song In Storage Media

    Handling files such as deleting song files ... [FILE/SONG SETTING] Automatically selecting a song in storage media ... [SongAutoOpen] Specify whether a song (not contain in a folder) which does not contain to a folder will automatically be opened when you insert the media. SongAutoOpen Procedure See page 45 for information on basic operations.
  • Page 54: Playing Back Recorded Songs And Commercially-Available Music Data

    Playing Back Recorded Songs and Commercially-available Music Data You can play back songs recorded using the Record function (page 34) as well as commercially-available music data. You can also play the keyboard along with the playback. Songs containing a large amount of data may not be able to be read properly by the instrument, and as such you may not be able to select them.
  • Page 55 Playing Back Recorded Songs and Commercially-available Music Data Use the A [–][+] buttons to select the song type: “PRESET,” “MEMORY,” or “USB1.” PRESET ...Stands for Preset song memory. This memory contains 50 piano preset songs. MEMORY...Stands for Storage memory. This memory contains recorded songs or copied songs.
  • Page 56 Playing Back Recorded Songs and Commercially-available Music Data Adjusting the tempo You can use the TEMPO [DOWN][UP] buttons to adjust the playback tempo as required before or during playback. The default tempo (the song’s original tempo) is set when you press the [DOWN] and [UP] buttons simul- taneously.
  • Page 57: Turning Part Playback On And Off

    Playing Back Recorded Songs and Commercially-available Music Data Turning part playback on and off While the Clavinova is playing or stopped, pressing these part buttons turn off the indicators, and the data on those parts will not be played. Pressing the part buttons toggles part playback on and off.
  • Page 58: Connections

    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.
  • Page 59 Connections 5 AUX IN [L/L+R], [R] jacks The stereo outputs from another instrument can be connected to these jacks, allowing the sound of an external instrument to be reproduced via the Clavinova’s speakers. Refer to the diagram below and use audio cables for connection.
  • Page 60: Connecting To A Usb Storage Device

    USB storage devices. Yamaha cannot guarantee operation of USB storage devices that you purchase. Before purchasing USB storage devices, please consult your Yamaha dealer, or an authorized Yamaha distributor (see list at end of the Owner’s Manual) for advice, or visit the following web page: http://music.yamaha.com/CLP-280/...
  • Page 61 Connection to a USB storage device This instrument has two USB [TO DEVICE] terminals; one on the left of the panel and one on the terminal at the front. USB [TO DEVICE] terminal A Select the desired terminal SELECT USB TO DEVICE USB [TO DEVICE] terminal B Both are the same terminal;...
  • Page 62 Connections Backing up your data to a computer Backing up the instrument data to a computer Once you’ve saved data to a USB storage device, you can copy the data to the hard disk of your computer, then archive and organize the files as desired. Simply reconnect the device as shown below.
  • Page 63: Connecting A Personal Computer

    Connecting a personal computer By connecting a computer to the USB [TO HOST] or MIDI terminals, you can transfer data between the instrument and the computer via MIDI, and take advantage of sophisticated computer music software. Keep in mind that you also need to install an appropriate USB MIDI driver. There are the two methods by which to connect the Clavinova to a personal computer: 1.
  • Page 64 Connections CAUTION Precautions when using the USB [TO HOST] terminal When connecting the computer to the USB [TO HOST] terminal, make sure to observe the following points. Failing to do so risks freezing the computer and cor- rupting or losing data. If the computer or the instrument freezes, turn the power to the instrument off and restart the computer.
  • Page 65: Detailed Settings

    Detailed Settings CLP-280/270 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 66: Detailed Settings

    Detailed Settings You can set various parameters to make the best use of Clavinova functions, such as fine tuning the pitch, selecting a voice for the metronome, repeating playback, etc. For the basic procedure to make these settings, refer to page 91. Parameter List Recording and playback [FILE/SONG SETTING] Settings...
  • Page 67 Voices [VOICE SETTING] In Dual mode, parameters with the “ ” mark are set for Voice 1 and Voice 2 individually. Settings Setting the octave* Setting the volume level* Setting the position of right and left channels* Make fine adjustments to the pitch (only in Dual mode) Selecting the reverb type Setting the reverb depth* Selecting the chorus type...
  • Page 68 Detailed Settings Other settings [FUNCTION] Settings Changing the key Selecting a touch response Fine tuning the pitch Selecting a tuning curve for a piano voice Selecting a scale Specifying the Split Point Setting the right pedal function Setting the center pedal function Setting the left pedal function Setting the auxiliary pedal function Turning the right pedal function on/off...
  • Page 69: Making Detailed Settings

    Making detailed settings EXTRA SONG PARTS LEFT RIGHT SELECT STOP PLAY/PAUSE FILE/SONG SONG KEYBOARD REPEAT SETTING NEW SONG SYNC START MASTER VOLUME SONG BALANCE DEMO SONG Procedure Access a setting menu. Press the desired setting button ([FILE/SONG SETTING], MET- RONOME [SETTING], [VOICE SETTING], [iAFC SETTING], or [FUNCTION]) to access the corresponding setting menu.
  • Page 70 Detailed Settings Write, execute, or save the data. There are two ways to respond to the messages. If “Execute? ” or “Start? ” appears: Press the B [+(YES)] button to display confirmation (“Sure? ”). To proceed, press the B [+(YES)] button again. The Clavinova displays “Executing”...
  • Page 71: Detailed Settings For Recording And Playback [File/Song Setting]

    Detailed settings for recording and playback [FILE/SONG SETTING] For information on the settings “Save” – “CharacterCode,” see “Handling files such as deleting song files ... [FILE/SONG SETTING]” on page 43. You can make detailed settings for the selected song. First, select the desired song from preset songs (“PRE- SET”), memory songs (“MEMORY”), or External songs (“USB1”) (see page 54).
  • Page 72 Detailed settings for recording and playback [FILE/SONG SETTING] Correcting note timing [Quantize] You can correct the timing of notes. For example, you can adjust recorded notes to precise eighth or sixteenth notes. • Changes are made by song. See the procedure on page 69. Quantize Strength= 50% Notes for which you can adjust the timing:...
  • Page 73 Detailed settings for recording and playback [FILE/SONG SETTING] Auditioning the channels [ChannelListen] You can select a single channel to listen to its con- tents. Playback starts from the first note. See the procedure on page 69. Playback continues as long as you press and hold down this button.
  • Page 74: Detailed Settings For The Metronome Metronome [Setting]

    Detailed settings for the metronome METRONOME [SETTING] You can set the time signature, volume level, and voice of the Clavinova metronome. Procedure Press the METRONOME [SETTING] button to access the Metronome Setting menu. EXTRA PARTS SONG KEYBOARD REPEAT MASTER VOLUME SONG BALANCE DEMO Setting the metronome time signa-...
  • Page 75: Detailed Settings For The Voices [Voice Setting]

    Detailed settings for the voices [VOICE SETTING] This menu enables you to make various detailed settings for the voices in Dual or Split mode and the effects. You can make these settings for each voice (or each combination of voices) individually. You can listen to the notes you play on the keyboard while changing the settings.
  • Page 76 Detailed settings for the voices [VOICE SETTING] In Dual mode, parameters with the “*” mark are set for Voice 1 and Voice 2 individually. Parameter names enclosed in parentheses ( ) are displayed in Dual mode. Setting the octave [Octave]* The pitch of a note can be shifted upward or down- ward in steps of an octave.
  • Page 77: Setting The Reverb Type

    Setting the reverb type [ReverbType] You cannot set this parameter for the voice parts “Left” and “LeftXLayer.” See the procedure on page 69. Main Set?--> ReverbType Hall1 Setting range: Room Simulates reverberation in a room. Hall1 Simulates reverberation in a concert hall. Hall2 Reverberation is slightly longer than that of “Hall1.”...
  • Page 78 Detailed settings for the voices [VOICE SETTING] Setting the chorus on/off [ChorusOnOff] You can set the [CHORUS] button on or off for each voice. When you select a voice, the chorus on/ off setting for the voice automatically changes according to this parameter. Even if this parameter is turned on, the chorus effect is dis- abled if the ChorusSend parameter is set to 0.
  • Page 79: The Equalizer

    Setting the rotation speed of the rotary speaker* [RotarySpeed (Rot.Speed)] This will be displayed only if Rotary is selected for the DSP Type parameter explained above. It sets the rotation speed of the rotary speaker effect. See the procedure on page 69. Main Set?-->...
  • Page 80 Detailed settings for the voices [VOICE SETTING] Adjusting the low-range gain (amount of boost/cut) of the equal- izer* [EQ LowGain] See the procedure on page 69. Main EQ LowGain Setting range: –12 - +12 dB Adjusting the high-range frequency of the equalizer* [EQ HighFreq.
  • Page 81: Detailed Settings For Iafc [Iafc Setting]

    When using iAFC, do not block the speaker located on the rear panel of the Clavinova. The optimal iAFC effect cannot be obtained if this speaker is blocked. iAFC uses Yamaha’s EMR (Electronic Microphone Rotator) technology to ensure stability against acoustic feedback. Turning iAFC on/off [iAFC] See the procedure on page 69.
  • Page 82 Detailed settings for iAFC [iAFC SETTING] Adjusting the Spatial Effect depth [SpatialFX Depth] Spatial Effect is one type of the iAFC effect. Spatial Effect creates a sense of reverberation and spa- ciousness by picking up the output sound using internal microphones and output the sound from the speaker on the rear of the instrument.
  • Page 83: Other Settings [Function]

    Other settings You can make detailed settings for touch, tuning, scale, etc. Procedure Press the [FUNCTION] button to enter Function mode. EXTRA PARTS LEFT STOP PLAY/PAUSE SONG KEYBOARD REPEAT NEW SONG SYNC START MASTER VOLUME SONG BALANCE DEMO SONG Changing the key [Transpose] TRANSPOSE= To change the key (Changing the key: To raise or lower the overall pitch of the entire song.)
  • Page 84 Other settings [FUNCTION] Fine tuning the pitch [Tune] You can fine tune the pitch of the entire instru- ment. This function is useful when you play the Clavinova along with other instruments or CD music. See the procedure on page 69. Tune Setting range: A3 = 414.8 Hz - 466.8 Hz (0.2 Hz steps)
  • Page 85 Specifying the Split Point [Split Point] You can specify the split point (the boundary between the right-hand and left-hand keyboard areas). See the procedure on page 69. SplitPoint Setting range: You can also use [SPLIT] to set the split point. (page 32) Setting the right pedal function [RPedalFunc] See the procedure on page 69.
  • Page 86 AuxPedalFunc Setting range: Same as “Right pedal function assignment” (page 85). Normal setting: Expression YAMAHA FC7 foot controller This foot controller is suitable for controlling Expression, Sus- tainCont, or PitchBend Up/Down. YAMAHA FC4 foot switch YAMAHA FC5 foot switch These foot switches are suitable for controlling Sustain, Soste- nuto, Soft, RotarySpeed, or VibeRotor.
  • Page 87 Turning the auxiliary pedal function on/off [AuxPedalOnOff] This turns the auxiliary pedal function on or off for the relevant voice part. In other words, you can select the desired voice part (Main, MainLayer, Left, LeftLayer) and determine whether the auxil- iary pedal function (set on page 86) will affect that part or not.
  • Page 88 Other settings [FUNCTION] Setting the depth of string resonance [StringResonanceDepth] This parameter is effective on the voices, such as “Grand Piano 1.” See the procedure on page 69. StringResonanceDepth Setting range: Off, 1 - 10 Setting the depth of sustain sampling for the damper pedal [SustainSamplingDepth] This parameter is effective only on the voice group...
  • Page 89 Selecting the AUX OUT level [AuxOutLevel] Select the volume level of the signal output from the AUX OUT jacks. When “Fixed” is selected, the level cannot be controlled by using the [MASTER VOLUME] control. When “Variable” is selected, the level can be controlled by using the [MASTER VOLUME] control.
  • Page 90 Other settings [FUNCTION] Turning Local control on/off [LocalControl] “Local Control On” is a state in which the Clavinova produces the sound from its tone gener- ator when you play the keyboard. In “Local Con- trol Off ” state, the keyboard and the tone generator are cut off from each other.
  • Page 91 Transmitting the initial settings on the panel [InitialSetup] You can transmit the panel data, such as voice selection, to a connected sequencer. Before you record performance data to a sequencer, it is useful if you first send and record (at the beginning of the performance data) the panel setup data for your performance during playback.
  • Page 92: Other Method For Restoring The Normal Settings

    CLP-280/270 Owner’s Manual Backing up the Clavinova's internal data [FullBackup] For maximum data security Yamaha recommends that you copy or save your important data to a USB storage device. This provides a convenient backup if the internal memory is damaged. Perform the operation after connecting the USB storage device.
  • Page 93: Message List

    Message List The messages are listed in alphabetical order. Message AccessError AccessError AllFiles?--> BackupMemoryFull CalibrationError DefaultReset Calibration Speaker sound is off Calibration Sure?--> Test sound is output. Canceled Caution ProtectedSong Completed Meaning • This message appears when data has failed to be written or loaded to the Storage memory or USB storage device.
  • Page 94 Check the USB cable connection and try again. If you still see this message, use a drive whose compat- ibility has been confirmed by Yamaha (page 60). The number of drives exceeds the limitation. Two USB storage devices can be connected to one USB [TO DEVICE] terminal using a hub device.
  • Page 95 Message There is a problem with the USB [TO HOST] terminal HostError • When using the CLP-280/270 connected to your personal com- • When using the CLP-280/270 by itself: This message will appear when the power is turned on after turning LastPowerOffIllegal off the power while saving a song or internal settings.
  • Page 96 This message appears when a protected song and the drive are not compatible. Use a drive whose compatibility has been confirmed by Yamaha (page 60). You tried to copy or delete data in internally-protected files (such as commercially available music data). You cannot write to, copy, or delete such files.
  • Page 97 Message This message appears when you record or edit the protected song SongChanged Clear? and select another song. The recorded/edited protected song cannot be saved. The song will be deleted when you select another song. You tried to perform another operation before saving the recorded SongChanged Save? song to storage memory or an external device.
  • Page 98 (page 52). This message appears when you connect an unsupported drive. Use a drive whose compatibility has been confirmed by Yamaha (page 60). • The connected drive does not support use of protected songs. Use only drives whose compatibility has been confirmed by Yamaha...
  • Page 99: Questions About Operations And Functions

    Questions about Operations and Functions The buttons do not respond. While you are using a function, some buttons not used for the function are disabled. If the song is play- ing, stop the playback. Otherwise, press the [EXIT] button to return to the main screen. Then, perform the desired operation.
  • Page 100 Questions about Operations and Functions How much data can I record? • Current memory (page 46): About 300KB • Storage memory (page 46): About 1,750KB The on/off setting of the pedal connected to the AUX PEDAL jack is reversed. Some types of pedals may turn on and off in oppo- site fashion.
  • Page 101: Appendix

    Appendix CLP-280/270 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 102: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem The power of the Clavinova does not turn on. There is a clicking noise when you press the [POWER] button to turn the power on or off. Noise is heard from the Clavinova. The overall volume is too low. Or, there is no sound at all.
  • Page 103 Yamaha. Only use devices sup- ported by Yamaha (page 60). Only use devices whose compatibil- ity has been confirmed by Yamaha (page 60). Disconnect the device and connect it to the instrument again.
  • Page 104: Data Compatibility

    XG is a major enhancement of the GM System Level 1 format, and was developed by Yamaha specifically to pro- vide more voices and variations, as well as greater expres- sive control over voices and effects, and to ensure compatibility of data well into the future.
  • Page 105 GS was developed by the Roland Corporation. In the same way as Yamaha XG, GS is a major enhance- ment of the GM specifically to provide more voices and drum kits and their variations, as well as greater expres- sive control over voices and effects.
  • Page 106: Preset Voice List

    Preset Voice List Voice Stereo Voice name group sampling GrandPiano1 GRAND PIANO1 MellowPiano RockPiano HonkyTonk Piano GrandPiano2 GRAND PIANO2 BrightPiano E.Piano1 E.PIANO1 SynthPiano E.Piano2 E.PIANO2 Vintage E.Piano Harpsichord HARPSI CHORD Harpsichord 8'+4' E.Clavichord E.CLAVI CHORD Wah Clavi. Vibraphone Marimba VIBRA- PHONE Celesta CLP-280/270 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 107 Stereo Voice group Voice name sampling NylonGuitar GUITAR SteelGuitar PipeOrgan Principal PipeOrgan Tutti CHURCH ORGAN PipeOrgan Flute1 PipeOrgan Flute2 JazzOrgan JAZZORGAN RotaryOrgan MellowOrgan Strings STRINGS SynthStrings SlowStrings Choir SlowChoir CHOIR Scat SynthPad1 SYNTH.PAD SynthPad2 WoodBass WOOD BASS Bass&Cymbal ElectricBass E.BASS FretlessBass Touch Dynamic...
  • Page 108: Voice Combination Examples (Dual And Split)

    Voice Combination Examples (Dual and Split) Dual MAIN + MAIN GrandPiano1 + E.Piano1 GrandPiano1 + E.Piano2 MAIN + MAIN GrandPiano1 + SynthPiano MAIN + MAIN GrandPiano2 + GrandPiano2 MAIN + MAIN E.Piano1 + SlowChoir MAIN + MAIN E.Piano2 + E.Clavichord MAIN + MAIN Harpsichord8' + Strings MAIN + MAIN...
  • Page 109: Clp-280/270: Keyboard Stand Assembly

    CLP-280/270: Keyboard Stand Assembly CAUTION • Be careful not to confuse parts, and be sure to install all parts in the correct direction. Please assemble in accor- dance with the sequence given below. • Assembly should be carried out by at least two persons. •...
  • Page 110 CLP-280/270: Keyboard Stand Assembly Attach B. Insert B between E and F as shown in the illus- tration. Align and attach B to the front side of D, E and Secure B using the 4 x 14mm thin screws. * Insert two screws into the smaller holes on the brackets.
  • Page 111 Align the dimple on side A with the inner side of E and F. Simultaneously lower the left and right side of A, and secure with E and F. CAUTION Fingers can become pinched between the main unit and the rear or side panels, be extra careful so as not to drop the main unit.
  • Page 112 CLP-280/270: Keyboard Stand Assembly Connect the speaker cord. Remove the twist tie attaching the speaker cord. Insert the speaker cord plug into the connector so that the tab extends toward the front when viewed from the rear. Connect the pedal cord. Insert the pedal cord plug into the [PEDAL] connector.
  • Page 113 Voltage Selector Before connecting the AC power cord, check the setting of the voltage selector which is provided in some areas. To set the selector for 110V, 127V, 220V or 240V main volt- ages, use a “minus” screwdriver to rotate the selector dial so that the correct voltage for your region appears next to the pointer on the panel.
  • Page 114: Handling The Floppy Disk Drive (Fdd) And Floppy Disks (Optional)

    • To maintain the disk drive in optimum working order Yamaha recommends that you use a commercially-avail- able dry-type head cleaning disk to clean the head about once a month. Ask your Yamaha dealer about the avail- ability of proper head cleaning disks. About Floppy Disks Handle floppy disks with care, and follow...
  • Page 115: Installing The Floppy Disk Drive (Optional)

    Installing the Floppy Disk Drive (Optional) The optional UD-FD01 floppy disk drive can be installed to the bottom of the instrument by using the included floppy disk drive case and screws. Have a Phillips-head (+) screwdriver ready. Remove the three backing papers from the adhesive tape in the case, and fit the floppy disk drive into the case.
  • Page 116: Specifications

    Accessories * Specifications and descriptions in this owner’s manual are for information purposes only. Yamaha Corp. reserves the right to change or modify products or specifications at any time without prior notice. Since specifications, equipment or options may not be the same in every locale, please check with your Yamaha dealer.
  • Page 117: Index

    Index You can search the desired section using not only the terminology in this manual but also commonly-used words. The * mark indicates that the corresponding page includes the terminology explanation in the right column. Numerics 50 greats for the Piano ... 5 50 Piano Preset Songs ...
  • Page 118 Index Other settings ... 83 P ... 44 Parameter List... 66 Pedal Function Auxiliary... 86 Center ... 85 Left... 85 Right ... 85 Pedals ... 26 Personal computer ... 63 [PHONES] jacks... 16 PhraseMark... 71 PLAY/PAUSE 50 Piano Preset Songs... 20 Recorded Songs and Music Data ...
  • Page 119 MEMO CLP-280/270 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 120 MEMO CLP-280/270 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 121: Important Safety Instructions

    Do NOT connect this type of product to any power supply or adapter other than one described in the owners manual, on the name plate, or specifically recommended by Yamaha. WARNING: Do not place this product or any other...
  • Page 122 * This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM Connecting the Plug and Cord IMPORTANT.
  • Page 123 For details of products, please contact your nearest Yamaha representative or the authorized distributor listed below. Pour plus de détails sur les produits, veuillez-vous adresser à Yamaha ou au distributeur le plus proche de vous figurant dans la liste suivante.
  • Page 124 Clavinova Web site http://music.yamaha.com/homekeyboard/ Yamaha Manual Library http://www.yamaha.co.jp/manual/ U.R.G., Pro Audio & Digital Musical Instrument Division, Yamaha Corporation © 2005 Yamaha Corporation WE03680 603MWAP1.3-03B0 Printed in China...

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