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Yamaha Clavinova CLP-120 Owner's Manual

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    Owner's manual bedienungsanleitung mode d'emploi manual de instrucciones before using the clavinova, be sure to read “precautions„ on pages 6 -7. Achten sie darauf, vor einsatz des clavinova die “vorsichtsmassnahmen„ auf seite 6-7 durchzulesen. Avant d'utiliser le clavinova, lire attentivement la se...

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    Introduction 92-469 1 (bottom) special message section product safety markings: yamaha electronic products may have either labels similar to the graphics shown below or molded/stamped facsimiles of these graphics on the enclosure. The explanation of these graphics appears on this page. Please observ...

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    Clp-130/120 about this owner’s manual english 3 thank you for purchasing the yamaha clavinova! We recommend that you read this manual carefully so that you can fully take advantage of the advanced and convenient functions of the clavinova. We also recommend that you keep this manual in a safe and ha...

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    Clp-130/120 table of contents english 4 table of contents introduction special message section ...................... 2 about this owner’s manual ........................ 3 application index........................................ 5 precautions............................................. 6 accessor...

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    Clp-130/120 application index english 5 application index use this index to find reference pages that may be helpful for your particular application and situation. Listening listening to demo songs with different voices....................................... “listening to the demonstration tunes” on...

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    Clp-130/120 precautions english 6 (1)b-7 1/2 precautions please read carefully before proceeding * please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. Warning always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock, sh...

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    Clp-130/120 precautions english 7 ● before connecting the instrument to other electronic compo- nents, turn off the power for all components. Before turning the power on or off for all components, set all volume levels to mini- mum. Also, be sure to set the volumes of all components at their minimum...

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    Clp-130/120 accessories / maintenance english 8 accessories • “50 greats for the piano” (music book) • owner’s manual this manual contains complete instructions for operating your clavinova. • bench a bench may be included or optional, depending on your locale. Maintenance clean the instrument using...

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    Clp-130/120 features english 9 features the yamaha clavinova clp-130/120 digital piano offers unmatched sonic realism and natural grand-piano type playabil- ity as well as yamaha’s original “awm dynamic stereo sampling (clp-130)/awm stereo sampling (clp-120)” tone- generation technology for rich, mu...

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    Clp-130/120 before using the clavinova english 10 before using the clavinova 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...

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    Clp-130/120 before using the clavinova english 11 turning the power on 1. Connect the power cord. Insert the plugs at the ends of the cord, one into the ac inlet on the clavinova, and the other into a standard ac outlet. In some areas, a plug adaptor may be provided to match the pin configuration of...

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    Clp-130/120 before using the clavinova english 12 using headphones connect a pair of headphones to one of the [phones] jacks. Two [phones] jacks are provided. You can connect two sets of standard stereo headphones. (if you are using only one pair of headphones, you can plug them into either jack.) u...

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    Clp-130/120 13 english reference part names................................................................ 14 listening to the demonstration tunes ................... 16 listening to 50 piano preset songs.......................... 17 practicing a one-hand part using 50 preset songs (part cancel fun...

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    Clp-130/120 part names english 14 part names top panel (clp-130) a b c d 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 7 9 0 c0 d0 e0 f0 g0 a0 b0 c1 d1 e1 f1 g1 a1 b1 c2 d2 e2 f2 g2 a2 b2 c3 d3 e3 f3 g3 a3 b3 c4 d4 e4 f4 g4 a4 b4 c5 d5 e5 f5 g5 a5 b5 c6 d6 e6 f6 g6 a6 b6 c7 b-1 a-1 master volume brilliance demo metronome tempo / f...

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    Clp-130/120 part names english 15 top panel (clp-120) display • check the operation on the display in the center of the top panel as you proceed. • the display indicates different values, as shown below, depending on the operation. A b c d 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 7 9 c0 d0 e0 f0 g0 a0 b0 c1 d1 e1 f1 g1 a1 b1 ...

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    Clp-130/120 listening to the demonstration tunes english 16 listening to the demonstration tunes demonstration tunes are provided that effectively demonstrate each of the clp-130/120’s voices. 1. Turn the power on. (in case the power is not turned on) press the [power] button. When the power is turn...

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    Clp-130/120 listening to 50 piano preset songs english 17 listening to 50 piano preset songs the clavinova provides performance data of 50 piano songs. You can simply listen to these songs (page 17) or use them for practice (page 18). You can also refer to the included “50 greats for the piano” that...

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    Clp-130/120 listening to 50 piano preset songs english 18 4. Exit from preset song mode. Press the [preset] button to exit preset song mode. The indicator turns off, and the unit returns to normal play mode. How to use the practice functions you can turn the left- and right-hand parts on or off as r...

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    Clp-130/120 listening to 50 piano preset songs english 19 starting playback automatically as you start playing the keyboard (synchro start) when the synchro start function is engaged, play- back of the selected preset song will begin automati- cally as soon as you start playing on the keyboard. To e...

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    Clp-130/120 listening to 50 piano preset songs english 20 a-b repeat for 50 preset songs the a-b repeat function can be used to continuously repeat a specified phrase within a preset song. Combined with the part cancel function described below, this provides an excellent way to practice difficult ph...

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    Clp-130/120 selecting & playing voices english 21 selecting & playing voices selecting voices select the desired voice by pressing one of the [voice] buttons. Then, when you start playing, re-adjust the [master volume] control for the most comfortable listening level. Using the pedals the clavinova ...

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    Clp-130/120 selecting & playing voices english 22 sostenuto (center) pedal if you play a note or chord on the keyboard and press the sostenuto pedal while the note(s) are held, those notes will sustain as long as you hold the pedal (as if the damper pedal had been pressed) but all subsequently playe...

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    Clp-130/120 selecting & playing voices english 23 pressing the [reverb] button repeatedly toggles the reverb on and off. The indicators light in sequence each time the [reverb] button is pressed. No effect is produced when all indicators are off. Even if the reverb effect is off, a “soundboard rever...

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    Clp-130/120 selecting & playing voices english 24 touch sensitivity – [touch] you can select four different types of keyboard touch sensitivity — hard, medium, soft or fixed — to match different playing styles and preferences. Hard: requires that the keys be played quite hard to produce maximum loud...

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    Clp-130/120 selecting & playing voices english 25 transposition – [transpose] the clavinova’s transpose function makes it possible to shift the pitch of the entire keyboard up or down in semitone intervals to facilitate playing in difficult key signatures, and to let you easily match the pitch of th...

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    Clp-130/120 selecting & playing voices english 26 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. 1. Engage dual mode. Press two voice...

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    Clp-130/120 selecting & playing voices english 27 splitting the keyboard range and playing two dif- ferent voices (split mode) (clp-130) 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...

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    Clp-130/120 selecting & playing voices english 28 3. Select a voice for the right hand. Press a voice button. 4. Select a voice for the left hand. Press the corresponding voice button while holding the [split] button. (the indicator of the left voice button will light while the [split] button is pre...

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    Clp-130/120 selecting & playing voices english 29 using the metronome the clavinova features a built-in metronome (a device that keeps an accurate tempo) that is conve- nient for practicing. 1. Start the metronome. The metronome sound is turned on by pressing the metronome [start/stop] button. Adjus...

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    Clp-130/120 recording your performance english 30 recording your performance the ability to record and play back what you’ve played on the clp- 130/120 keyboard can be an effective practice aid. You can, for exam- ple, record just the left-hand part, and then practice the right-hand part while playi...

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    Clp-130/120 recording your performance english 31 3. Engage record ready mode. Press the [rec] button to engage record ready mode. Recording does not actually start yet. The [track1] or the [track2] indicator flashes in red. The amount of memory available for recording will be shown on the led displ...

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    Clp-130/120 recording your performance english 32 re-recording track1 this section explains how to record again in case your performance was not satisfactory. 1. Select a voice or voices (and other settings) for recording, if necessary. Repeat step 1 on page 30 if you wish to change the previous set...

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    Clp-130/120 recording your performance english 33 the user song recorder records the following data: data in addition to the notes and voices you play is recorded. This data includes “individual tracks” and “entire song.” see below. Individual tracks • notes played • voice selection • [variation] on...

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    Clp-130/120 recording your performance english 34 changing the initial settings (data recorded at the beginning of a song) the initial settings (data recorded at the beginning of a song) can be changed after the recording. For example, after recording, you can change the voice to create a different ...

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    Clp-130/120 playing back recorded songs english 35 playing back recorded songs you can play back songs recorded using the record function (pages 30–34). You can also play the keyboard along with the play- back. Playing back a song 1. Select the desired song. (clp-130) press the [user 1/2/3] button t...

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    Clp-130/120 playing back recorded songs english 36 useful playback functions turning track playback on and off when you select a song on the clavinova, the indicators for tracks that contain data (one of [track1] [track2] or both) are lit in green. While the clavinova is play- ing or stopped, pressi...

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    Clp-130/120 detailed settings – [function] english 37 detailed settings – [function] 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. The following parameters are available. The cl...

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    Clp-130/120 detailed settings – [function] english 38 basic procedure in function mode follow the steps below to use the functions. (if you become lost while using a function, return to this page and read the basic procedure.) 1. Engage function mode. Press the [tempo/function#] button so that its [...

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    Clp-130/120 detailed settings – [function] english 39 operation example 1 (f1. Fine tuning of the pitch) operation example 2 (f3.1 “dual balance”) 5. Do the following when you finish using the func- tion. To exit function mode, press the [tempo/function#] button so that its [tempo] indicator lights....

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    Clp-130/120 detailed settings – [function] english 40 about each function 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. 1. Engage function mode and select . 2. Use the [–/no] and [+/yes] buttons t...

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    Clp-130/120 detailed settings – [function] english 41 you can select various scales. Equal temperament is the most common con- temporary piano tuning scale. However, his- tory has known numerous other scales, many of which serve as the basis for certain genres of music. You can experience these tuni...

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    Clp-130/120 detailed settings – [function] english 42 you can set various parameters for dual mode to optimize the settings for the songs you play, such as adjusting the volume balance between two voices. Dual mode function settings are set individu- ally for each voice combination. 1. Select the vo...

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    Clp-130/120 detailed settings – [function] english 43 this menu enables you to make various detailed settings for split mode. By changing the split point or other setting, you can optimize the settings for the songs you play. You can make these settings for each combi- nation of voices individually....

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    Clp-130/120 detailed settings – [function] english 44 this function conveniently lets you set opera- tion of the left pedal to one of the modes listed below. 1. Engage function mode and select (clp- 130)/ (clp-120). 2. Press the [+/yes] button to engage the other functions’ sub-mode, then use the [t...

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    Clp-130/120 detailed settings – [function] english 45 you can change the volume of the metronome sound. Use this function to adjust the metronome vol- ume. 1. Engage function mode and select (clp- 130)/ (clp-120). 2. Use the [–/no] and [+/yes] buttons to set the metronome volume as required. Setting...

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    Clp-130/120 detailed settings – [function] english 46 f8.2: (clp-130) /f7.2: (clp-120) midi receive channel selection in any midi control setup, the midi channels of the transmitting and receiving equipment must be matched for proper data transfer. This parameter enables you to specify the channel o...

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    Clp-130/120 detailed settings – [function] english 47 f8.6: (clp-130) /f7.6: (clp-120) midi transmit transpose this function allows the midi note data transmitted by the clp-130/120 to be transposed up or down in semi- tone increments by up to plus or minus 12 semitones. The pitch of the clp-130/120...

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    Clp-130/120 detailed settings – [function] english 48 however, the backup settings themselves, and the con- tents of the user song recorder memory, are always backed up. Caution even if the backup function is turned on via one of the functions described below, the data will be retained in memory for...

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    Clp-130/120 about midi english 49 about midi midi (musical instrument digital interface) is a standard format for data transmission/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 fro...

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    Clp-130/120 connections english 50 connections connectors caution before connecting the clavinova to other electronic components, turn off the power to all the components. Before turn- ing the power on or off to all components, set all volume levels to minimum (0). Otherwise, electrical shock or dam...

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    Clp-130/120 connections english 51 2 aux in [r], [l/l+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 to make the connec- t...

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    Clp-130/120 connections english 52 connecting a personal computer you can enjoy computer music data on the clavinova by connecting a computer to the to host (or midi) jack. There are three methods by which to connect the clavinova to a personal computer: 1. Connect the serial port on the computer to...

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    Clp-130/120 connections english 53 1. Connecting the serial port on the computer to the clavinova’s to host jack connect the computer’s serial port (rs-232c or rs-422) to the clavinova’s to host jack. With this connection, the clavinova functions as a midi interface. Therefore, you do not need a spe...

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    Clp-130/120 connections english 54 clavinova host select switch setting set the clavinova host select switch properly according to the type of connected computer. • macintosh: “mac” (data transfer rate: 31,250bps, 1mhz clock) • windows: “pc-2” (data transfer rate: 38,400bps) 2. Using a midi interfac...

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    Clp-130/120 connections english 55 3. Connecting the computer’s usb port to the clavinova via a usb interface, such as the ux256, ux96, or ux16 connect the computer’s usb port to the usb interface (such as the ux256, ux96, or ux16) using a usb cable. Install the driver (that came with the usb interf...

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    Clp-130/120 troubleshooting english 56 troubleshooting options bc-100 bench a comfortable bench styled to match your yamaha clavinova. Hpe-160 stereo headphones high-performance lightweight dynamic headphones with extra-soft ear pads. Problem possible cause and solution the clavinova does not turn o...

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    Clp-130/120 clp-120: keyboard stand assembly english 57 clp-120: 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 t...

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    Clp-130/120 clp-120: keyboard stand assembly english 58 3. Mount the main unit. 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. • do not hold the keyboard in any position other than the position shown in the il...

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    Clp-130/120 clp-120: keyboard stand assembly english 59 7. Set the adjuster. After completing the assembly, please check the following. When moving the instrument after assembly, always hold the bottom of the main unit. Caution do not hold the key cover or top portion. Improper handling can result i...

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    Clp-130/120 clp-130: keyboard stand assembly english 60 clp-130: 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 t...

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    Clp-130/120 clp-130: keyboard stand assembly english 61 3. Mount the main unit. 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. • do not hold the keyboard in any position other than the position shown in the il...

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    Clp-130/120 clp-130: keyboard stand assembly english 62 7. Set the adjuster. After completing the assembly, please check the following. When moving the instrument after assembly, always hold the bottom of the main unit. Caution do not hold the key cover or top portion. Improper handling can result i...

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    Clp-130/120 preset voice list english 63 preset voice list clp-130 voice name stereo sampling touch response dynamic sampling *1 key-off sampling *2 voice descriptions grandpiano 1 recorded samples from a full concert grand piano. Also includes three levels of dynamic sampling, sustain samples, and ...

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    Clp-130/120 preset voice list english 64 guitar warm and natural-sounding nylon guitar. Enjoy the quiet ambience of nylon strings. Variation bright, brilliant steel guitar. Suitable for popular music. Wood bass an upright bass played fingerstyle. Ideal for jazz and latin music. Variation adds a cymb...

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    Clp-130/120 preset voice list english 65 clp-120 voice name stereo sampling touch response dynamic sampling *1 key-off sampling *2 voice descriptions grandpiano 1 recorded samples from a full concert grand piano. Perfect for classical compositions as well as any other style that requires acoustic pi...

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    Clp-130/120 demo song list english 66 demo song list the demonstration pieces listed above are short rearranged excerpts the original compositions. All other songs are original (©2002 yamaha corporation). Piano voice demo description (clp-130) voice name clp-130 clp-120 title composer grand piano1 c...

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    Clp-130/120 index english 67 index numerics 50 greats for the piano ...................................................17 50 piano preset songs .....................................................17 a a-b repeat for 50 preset songs ......................................20 accessories .................

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    Clp-130/120 index english 68 p pedal jack................................................................14, 51 phones....................................................................12, 15 piano voice demo description......................................66 pitch ➝ fine tuning of the pitch.........

  • Page 69: Appendix

    Clp-130/120 69 appendix this section introduces reference material. In diesem abschnitt finden sie referenzmaterial. Cette section présente le matériel de référence. En esta sección se incluye material de referencia. Factory setting list / liste der vorgabeeinstellungen / liste des réglages / lista ...

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    Clp-130/120 appendix 70 factory setting list / liste der vorgabeeinstellungen / liste des réglages / lista de ajustes de fábrica function backup group clp-130 clp-120 voice grand piano 1 f9.1 f8.1 variation (clp-130) off dual mode off split mode (clp-130) off split mode left voice (clp-130) wood bas...

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    Clp-130/120 appendix 71 midi data format / midi-datenformat / format des données midi / formato de datos midi if you’re already very familiar with midi, or are using a computer to control your music hardware with computer- gener-ated midi messages, the data provided in this section can help you to c...

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    Clp-130/120 appendix 72 4. Program change data format: [cnh] -> [pph] cnh = program event (n = channel number) pph = program change number p.C.#=program change number • when program change reception is turned off in the func- tion mode, no program change data is transmitted or received. Also, bank m...

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    Clp-130/120 appendix 73 (2) universal non-realtime message (gm on) general midi mode on data format: [f0h] -> [7eh] -> [xnh] -> [09h] -> [01h] -> [f7h] f0h = exclusive status 7eh = universal non-realtime 7fh = id of target device 09h = sub-id #1=general midi message 01h = sub-id #2=general midi on f...

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    Clp-130/120 appendix 74 midi parameter change table (system) address (h) size (h) data (h) parameter description default value (h) 00 00 00 4 020c - 05f4(*1) master tune -50 - +50[cent] 00 04 00 00 01 1st bit 3 - 0 ➝ bit 15 - 12 400 02 2nd bit 3 - 0 ➝ bit 11 - 8 03 3rd bit 3 - 0 ➝ bit 7 - 4 4th bit ...

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    Clp-130/120 appendix 75 midi implementation chart transmitted function... Recognized remarks basic channel note number : true voice velocity after touch pitch bend control change prog change : true # system exclusive common : song pos. : song sel. : tune system : clock real time : commands : all sou...

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    Clp-130/120 appendix 76 specifications / technische daten / caractéristiques techniques / especificaciones * 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 pr...

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    Important safety instructions information relating to personal injury, electrical shock, and fire hazard possibilities has been included in this list. Warning - when using any electrical or electronic product, basic precautions should always be followed. These precautions include, but are not limite...

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    * this applies only to products distributed by yamaha corporation of america. (class b) (2 wires) • this applies only to products distributed by yamaha-kemble music (u.K.) ltd. (polarity) • this applies only to products distributed by yamaha canada music ltd. • ceci ne s’applique qu’aux produits dis...

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    Introduction 92-469 1 (bottom) special message section product safety markings: yamaha electronic products may have either labels similar to the graphics shown below or molded/stamped facsimiles of these graphics on the enclosure. The explanation of these graphics appears on this page. Please observ...

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    Owner's manual bedienungsanleitung mode d'emploi manual de instrucciones before using the clavinova, be sure to read “precautions„ on pages 6 -7. Achten sie darauf, vor einsatz des clavinova die “vorsichtsmassnahmen„ auf seite 6-7 durchzulesen. Avant d'utiliser le clavinova, lire attentivement la se...