Yamaha Clavinova CLP-525 Owner's Manual
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Owner's Manual
Mode d'emploi
For information on assembling the keyboard stand, refer to the instructions at the end of
this manual.
Pour obtenir des informations sur l'assemblage du support du clavier, reportez-vous aux
instructions à la fin de ce manuel.
C L P - 5 2 5
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  • Page 1 C L P - 5 2 5 Owner’s Manual Mode d’emploi For information on assembling the keyboard stand, refer to the instructions at the end of this manual. Pour obtenir des informations sur l'assemblage du support du clavier, reportez-vous aux instructions à...
  • Page 2: Declaration Of Conformity

    Yamaha Corporation of America or its subsid- tions found in the users manual, may cause interference iaries. harmful to the operation of other electronic devices. Com- * This applies only to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. (class B) OBSERVERA! COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT (DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Apparaten kopplas inte ur växelströmskällan (nätet) så...
  • Page 3: Special Message Section

    This product should be used only with the components result in overheating and battery case rupture. supplied or; a cart, rack, or stand that is recommended by Yamaha. If a cart, etc., is used, please observe all safety Warning: markings and instructions that accompany the accessory Do not attempt to disassemble, or incinerate any battery.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents PRECAUTIONS ........5 Recording Your Performance ..... 25 Recording Your Performance ........ 25 About the Manuals ........ 8 Changing the Initial Settings of the Recorded Song ..................26 Included Accessories ......8 Deleting Recorded Data .......... 26 Panel Controls and Terminals ....
  • Page 5: Precautions

    • When one of the following problems occur, immediately turn off the power switch inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel. and disconnect the electric plug from the outlet. Then have the device inspected by Yamaha service personnel.
  • Page 6: Saving Data

    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 7: About Copyrights

    • 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.
  • Page 8: About The Manuals

    Thank you for choosing the Yamaha Clavinova. In order to make the most of the performance potential and features of the instrument, please read the manuals thoroughly, and keep them in a handy place for later reference. About the Manuals Included Accessories This instrument has the following manuals.
  • Page 9: Panel Controls And Terminals

    Panel Controls and Terminals Rear Rear Rear (Keyboard side) (Keyboard side) (Keyboard side) [P] (Standby/On) switch......page 11 [FUNCTION] .......... page 20 For turning the power on or setting to standby. Simultaneously holding these two buttons and pressing the specified key sets will set the MIDI or [MASTER VOLUME] knob .....
  • Page 10: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Setting Up Key Cover To open the key cover: Lift the cover slightly, then push and slide it to the end. To close the key cover: Slide the cover toward you and gently lower the cover over the keys. CAUTION •...
  • Page 11: Turning The Power On

    Setting Up Turning the Power On Connect the plugs of the AC power adaptor in the order shown in the illustration. DC IN jack (page 9) AC outlet Power cord AC power adaptor The shape of the plug and outlet differ depending on locale.
  • Page 12: Auto Power Off

    Setting Up Auto Power Off To prevent unnecessary power consumption, this instrument features an Auto Default setting: Power Off function that automatically turns the power off if the instrument is Enable not operated for approximately 30 minutes. If you do not want to use the Auto Power Off function, disable the function as described below.
  • Page 13: Playing The Piano

    Playing the Piano Setting the Volume When you start playing, use the [MASTER VOLUME] knob to adjust the volume of the entire keyboard sound. Level decreases. Level increases. CAUTION Do not use this instrument at a high volume level for a long period of time, or your hearing may be damaged. Intelligent Acoustic Control (IAC) With this function, the sound quality of this instrument is automatically adjusted Default setting:...
  • Page 14: Using The Pedals

    Playing the Piano Using the Pedals Damper Pedal (Right) NOTE Pressing this pedal will sustain notes longer. If the damper pedal doesn’t Releasing this pedal immediately stops (damps) work, make sure that the pedal cord is properly plugged into any sustained notes. This pedal also features a the main unit (page 30).
  • Page 15: Using The Metronome

    Playing the Piano Using the Metronome The metronome feature is convenient for practicing with an accurate tempo. Press [METRONOME] to start the Metronome. Press [METRONOME] to stop the Metronome. Adjusting the Selecting Adjusting Metronome Volume a Beat the Tempo C♯3 D♯3 A♯4 C♯5...
  • Page 16: Changing The Touch Sensitivity

    Playing the Piano Changing the Touch Sensitivity You can specify the Touch Sensitivity (how the sound responds to the way you play the keys). While holding down [PIANO/VOICE], press one of the A6 – C7 keys. NOTE This setting is disabled with A♯6 some Voices, such as an organ sound.
  • Page 17: Advanced Operations

    Advanced Operations Playing Various Musical Instrument Sounds (Voices) Selecting a Voice To select “Grand Piano 1”: NOTE To hear the characteristics of Simply press [PIANO/VOICE]. the Voices, play back the Demo Songs (page 18). To select another Voice: After pressing [PIANO/VOICE], press [+R] or [–L] to select the next or previous Voice.
  • Page 18: Listening To The Demo Songs

    Herr Christ, der ein’ge Gottes-Sohn, BWV. 601 J. S. Bach G♯1 Jazz Organ Original Original Strings Original Original The Demo Songs excluding original Songs are short rearranged excerpts from the original compositions. The original Demo Songs are Yamaha originals (©2013 Yamaha Corporation). CLP-525 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 19: Adding Variations To The Sound (Reverb)

    Playing Various Musical Instrument Sounds (Voices) Adding Variations to the Sound (Reverb) This instrument features several Reverb Types that add extra depth and expression to the sound to create a realistic acoustic ambience. The appropriate Reverb Type and Depth are called up automatically when you select each of the Voices and Songs.
  • Page 20: Transposing The Pitch In Semitones

    Playing Various Musical Instrument Sounds (Voices) Transposing the Pitch in Semitones You can shift the pitch of the entire keyboard up or down in semitones in order to facilitate playing in difficult key signatures, or to easily match the pitch of the keyboard to the range of a singer or other instruments.
  • Page 21: Layering Two Voices (Dual Mode)

    Playing Various Musical Instrument Sounds (Voices) Layering Two Voices (Dual mode) You can layer two Voices and play them simultaneously to create a more richly textured sound. Engage the Dual mode. While holding down [PIANO/VOICE], simultaneously hold down two keys between C1 and A1 to select the two desired Voices.
  • Page 22: Playing Duo

    Playing Various Musical Instrument Sounds (Voices) Playing Duo This function allows two different players to play the instrument, one on the left and the other on the right, over the same octave range. While holding down [PIANO/VOICE], press [+R] and [–L] NOTE Different Voices cannot be simultaneously to engage Duo.
  • Page 23: Song Playback And Practice

    Song Playback and Practice Listening to 50 Preset Songs In addition to the Demo Songs, Preset Songs are provided for your listening pleasure. Find the number of the Song that you want to play back from the included “50 Greats for the Piano.” The number of each piano Preset Song is assigned to the C2 –...
  • Page 24: Practicing A One-Hand Part

    Song Playback and Practice Practicing a One-Hand Part All the Songs except for the Demo (page 18) let you turn on or off the left-hand and right-hand Parts individually. By turning off [+R], for example, you can practice the right-hand Part while the left-hand Part is playing back, and vice versa.
  • Page 25: Recording Your Performance

    Recording Your Performance This instrument lets you record your keyboard performance as the User Song. Up to two Parts (left-hand and right-hand) can be recorded separately. Recording Your Performance Select the desired Voice and other parameters, such as beat, About audio files The Recording function of this for recording.
  • Page 26: Changing The Initial Settings Of The Recorded Song

    Recording Your Performance Changing the Initial Settings of the Recorded Song The settings of the following parameters can be changed after the Record operation is completed. • For individual Parts: Voice, Dual Voices, Reverb Depth • For the entire Song: Tempo, Reverb Type Make the settings of the above parameters.
  • Page 27: Backing Up Data And Initializing The Settings

    Backing up Data and Initializing the Settings Data Maintained When Power is Turned Off The following settings and data are maintained even if you turn the power off. • Metronome Volume • Metronome Beat • Touch Sensitivity • Tuning • Intelligent Acoustic Control Depth •...
  • Page 28: Appendix

    Appendix Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause and Solution This is normal and the Auto Power Off function may have been activated Power suddenly and unexpectedly turns off. (page 12). If desired, disable the Auto Power Off function. Securely insert the adaptor plugs into the socket on this instrument and into The instrument does not turn on.
  • Page 29: Keyboard Stand Assembly

    Please check with 6 x 16 mm short screws x 6 your Yamaha dealer. While pushing the lower part of D and E from outside, secure the bottom ends of B 4 × 10 mm using two tapping screws (4 x 20 mm).
  • Page 30 Keyboard Stand Assembly Insert the other two tapping screws (4 x 20 Secure A. mm) into the other two screw holes to secure B. Securely tighten the screws on the top of B that were attached in Step 2-1. Secure C. Securely tighten the screws on C that were attached in Step 1-3.
  • Page 31 Keyboard Stand Assembly Insert the pedal cord plug to the After completing the assembly, please check the [TO PEDAL] jack from the rear. following. • Are there any parts left over? When connecting the pedal  Review the assembly procedure and correct any cord, insert the plug securely errors.
  • Page 32: Specifications

    * 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 33: Index

    Index Numerics 50 Preset Songs ............23 Panel Controls and Terminals ........ 9 Pedals ................ 14 Pitch ................20 AC power adaptor .............8 Power ................ 11 Accessories ..............8 Power indicator ............11 Auto Power Off ............12 Practice ..............24 Preset Songs ............. 23 Beat ................15 Quick Operation Guide ..........
  • Page 34 MEMO...
  • Page 35 The model number, serial number, power requirements, etc., may be found on or near the name plate, which is at the bottom of the unit. You should note this serial number in the space pro- vided below and retain this manual as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in the event of theft.
  • Page 37 For details of products, please contact your nearest Yamaha Pour plus de détails sur les produits, veuillez-vous adresser à Yamaha representative or the authorized distributor listed below. ou au distributeur le plus proche de vous figurant dans la liste suivante.
  • Page 38 Yamaha Global Site http://www.yamaha.com/ Yamaha Downloads http://download.yamaha.com/ C.S.G., DMI Development Division © 2013 Yamaha Corporation 312MWAP*.*-01B0 Printed in Vietnam ZH76640 ZH76640...

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