CLP-320 OWNER’S MANUAL 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 bottom panel 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.
Introduction 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 observe all cautions indicated on this page and those indicated in the safety instruction section. CAUTION ENGLISH RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
Explanation of Graphical Symbols The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
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, short-circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards. These precautions include, but are not limited to, the following: ENGLISH Power supply/Power cord Water warning • Only use the voltage specified as correct for the instrument.
• Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off the power for all components. Before turning the power on or off for all components, set all volume levels to minimum. Also, be sure to set the volumes of all components at their minimum levels and gradually raise the volume controls while playing the instrument to set the desired listening level. Maintenance • In the case of a model with a polished finish, gently remove dust and dirt with a soft cloth.
Welcome Welcome Thank you for purchasing the Yamaha Clavinova! We recommend that you read this manual carefully so that you can take full advantage of the advanced and convenient functions of your new Clavinova. We also recommend that you keep this manual in a safe, convenient place for future reference.
Accessories Accessories • Owner’s Manual (this book) • Quick Operation Guide (separate sheet) • “50 Greats for the Piano” (Music Book) • AC Power cord ENGLISH • Bench* * Included or optional depending on locale. Tuning Unlike an acoustic piano, this instrument does not need to be tuned. It always stays perfectly in tune. Transporting 5 If you move to another location, you can transport this instrument along with your other belongings.
Features Features ENGLISH AWM Dynamic Stereo Sampling The Yamaha Clavinova CLP-320 digital piano offers a rich and versatile range of sounds, which are created using Yamaha’s proprietary sampling tone-generation system, “AWM Dynamic Stereo Sampling.” The AWM (Advanced Wave Memory) is a sampling system which creates sound close to that of an acoustic instrument by using digital technology to record the instrument sound and applying high-quality digital filter technology to the recorded audio samples.
Table of Contents Table of Contents SPECIAL MESSAGE SECTION ...................... 2 About the Documentation and Reference Materials for this Instrument...................... 6 Accessories .................................................. 7 Features....................................................... 8 Part Names and Functions........................ 10 Before Using.............................................. 12 Key Cover ..........................................................12 Music Rest .......
Part Names and Functions Part Names and Functions [PHONES] A set of standard stereo headphones can be plugged in here for private practice (page 14). [POWER] This power switch turns the power to the unit on or off. (page 13) ENGLISH PHONES Bottom of the keyboard POWER [DEMO/SONG] Listen to the playback of a demo song for each voice and 50 piano preset songs (page 15). [PIANO/VOICE] This button enables you to select any voice from 10 voices.
ENGLISH Part Names and Functions POWER [PEDAL] Connect the pedal cord (page 36). PEDAL MIDI OUT Bottom of the keyboard [AC IN] Connect the included power cord here. (page 13) IN MIDI [IN/OUT] Connect a MIDI device to this connector to use various MIDI functions. (Connecting MIDI Instruments—page 27) Shows the MIDI [IN/OUT] and [PEDAL] jacks as seen when viewed from the rear of the instrument. 9 Pedals Use these pedals when you want notes to sustain longer or to sound softer and round.
Before Using Before Using Key Cover To open the key cover: Lift the cover slightly, then push and slide it open. To close the key cover: ENGLISH 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. Do not release it until it is fully opened or closed. Be careful to avoid catching fingers (yours or others, especially children’s) between the cover and main unit.
Before Using Connecting the Power Cord Read the instructions below very carefully to make sure that you correctly connect the power cord. 1. Insert the plug on one end of the power cord to the [AC IN] connector. Refer to the “Part Names and Functions” on page 11 for information on the location of the [AC IN] connector. 2. Insert the plug on the other end of the power cord to a standard AC outlet. 1 2 (The shape of the plug differs depending on locale.
Before Using Setting the Volume When you start playing, adjust the [MASTER VOLUME] control to the most comfortable listening level. The level decreases. The level increases. CAUTION ENGLISH Do not use this instrument at a high volume level for a long period of time, or your hearing may be damaged. 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.
Reference Listening to the Demo Songs Listening to the Demo Songs Demo songs are provided that effectively demonstrate each of this instrument’s voices. Refer to the voice list on page 18 for more information on the characteristics of each preset voice. Procedure (In case the power is not turned on) Press the [POWER] button. 2. Start playing back a demo song. Press the [DEMO/SONG] button. The demo song for the currently-selected voice starts playing. 3. Select and play a demo song.
Listening to 50 Piano Preset Songs Listening to 50 Piano Preset Songs The Clavinova provides performance data for 50 piano songs as well as voice demo songs. You can simply listen to these songs. You can also refer to the included “50 Greats for the Piano” that contains scores for 50 piano preset songs. Procedure 1. Select and play back a piano preset song. ENGLISH The number of each piano preset song is assigned to the C2–C 6 keys.
Listening to Songs Loaded from the Computer Listening to Songs Loaded from the Computer You can transfer song data from your computer to this instrument and play back the songs. (See page 31 for more information on loading song data from the computer.) 1. Select and play back a song. Song numbers (1 through 10) are assigned to the D 6–C7 keys (see the illustration below). While holding down the [DEMO/SONG] button, press one of the D 6–C7 keys to select a song to play back.
Selecting & Playing Voices Selecting & Playing Voices Selecting Voices Procedure ENGLISH Press and release the [PIANO/VOICE] button to select the Grand Piano 1 voice. Press and release the [PIANO/VOICE] button, press the [+] or [–] button to select a different voice. If you wish to select a particular voice directly, press and hold down the [PIANO/ VOICE] button, then press one of the C1–A1 keys. Turn the [MASTER VOLUME] control to adjust the volume level while playing the keyboard.
Selecting & Playing Voices Using the Pedals 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 played notes will not be sustained. This makes it possible to sustain a chord, for example, while other notes are played “staccato.
Selecting & Playing Voices Adding Variations to the Sound – Reverb This control enables you to select various digital reverb effects that add extra depth and expression to the sound to create a realistic acoustic ambience. Procedure While holding down the [PIANO/VOICE] button, press one of the C2–E2 keys to select a reverb type.
Selecting & Playing Voices Layering Two Voices (Dual mode) You can layer two voices and play them simultaneously to create a thicker and more supple sound. Procedure While holding down the [PIANO/VOICE] button, press two keys in the range of C1through A1 simultaneously (or press and hold down one key, then press another) to select the two desired voices. Refer to “Selecting Voices” (page 18) for information on the voices that are assigned to the keys.
Selecting & Playing Voices Transposition The Clavinova’s Transpose function makes it possible to shift the pitch of the entire keyboard up or down in semitone intervals up to a maximum of six semitones, and lets you easily match the pitch of the keyboard to the range of a singer or other instruments. For example, if you set the transposition amount to “5,” playing key C produces pitch F. In this way, you can play a song as though it were in C major, and this instrument will transpose it to F major.
Selecting & Playing Voices Using the Metronome The Clavinova features a built-in metronome (a device that keeps an accurate tempo) that is convenient for practicing. Procedure 1. Start the metronome. Press the [METRONOME] button to turn on the metronome. ENGLISH Determines the Time Signature While holding down the [METRONOME] button, press one of the C3–F3 keys.
Selecting & Playing Voices Adjusting the Volume You can change the volume of the metronome sound. While holding down the [METRONOME] button, press one of the C1–G2 keys to determine the volume. C1 The lowest key G2 ENGLISH The volume level increases as you press higher keys. 2. Stop the metronome. Turn off the metronome by pressing the [METRONOME] button.
Recording your Performance Recording your Performance The Clavinova’s recording function enables you to record your performance of one song. The recorded performance is called the “user song.” Follow the steps below to record and play back your performance. Cassette tape recordings use a different data format than this instrument. Cassette tapes record audio signals.
Recording your Performance Playing Back Recorded Performance Data Procedure 1. Start the playback. ENGLISH Press the [PLAY] button. The [PLAY] button indicator flashes at the current tempo. 2. Stop the playback. While the user song is playing, press and hold down the [METRONOME] button and press the [+] or [–] button to change the song tempo. If you are using the metronome (page 23) during demo song playback, press the [+] or [–] button to change the song tempo.
Connecting MIDI Instruments The Clavinova features MIDI connectors. Using the MIDI functions enables you to access a variety of musical genres. About MIDI MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a global format standard for performance data transmission and reception between electronic musical instruments. Connecting musical instruments that support MIDI via MIDI cables enables you to transfer performance and setting data between multiple musical instruments.
Connecting a Computer Connecting a Computer Connecting the instrument to a computer using the MIDI connectors enables you to transfer MIDI data between the instrument and the computer. This connection requires that you have appropriate application software installed on the computer. Also, installing Musicsoft Downloader on the computer enables you to transfer song data between the piano and the computer.
MIDI Functions MIDI Functions You can make detailed adjustments to MIDI settings. 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 on which the instrument transmits or receives MIDI data. Procedure Setting the transmit channel While holding down the [DEMO/SONG] and [PIANO/VOICE] buttons simultaneously, press one of the C1–E2 keys.
MIDI Functions Program Change ON/OFF ENGLISH Normally this instrument will respond to MIDI program change numbers received from an external keyboard or other MIDI device, causing the correspondingly-numbered voice to be selected on the corresponding channel (the keyboard voice does not change).
Transmitting Song Data between the Computer and the Clavinova In addition to the demo songs and the 50 piano preset songs stored in this instrument, you can play data for other song by loading it from a connected computer. To be able to use this function, you must first download Musicsoft Downloader from Yamaha website at the following URL, and install it on your computer. http://music.yamaha.com/download/ You can download free Musicsoft Downloader from the Yamaha website.
Transmitting Song Data between the Computer and the Clavinova Transmitting Song Data from the Clavinova to a Computer Musicsoft Downloader enables you to transfer the user song in this instrument to a computer. For more information on transferring song data from this instrument to a computer, please refer to “Transferring Data Between the Computer and Instrument (for unprotected data)” in the Help file that came with Musicsoft Downloader.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Possible Cause and Solution This instrument does not turn on. This instrument has not been plugged in properly. Securely insert the female plug into the socket on this instrument, and the male plug into a proper AC outlet (page 13). Noise from the speakers or headphones is audible. The noise may be due to interference caused by the use of a mobile phone in close proximity to this instrument. Turn off the mobile phone, or move it further away from this instrument.
Keyboard Stand Assembly Keyboard Stand Assembly CAUTION ENGLISH • Be careful not to confuse parts, and be sure to install all parts in the correct direction. Please assemble in accordance with the sequence given below. • Assembly should be carried out by at least two persons. • Assemble the stand on the flat floor surface. • Be sure to use the included screws only, and insert screws of the correct size in the correct hole locations. Use of incorrect screws can cause damage or malfunction of the product.
Keyboard Stand Assembly 4. Attach B. Mount A. Depending on the model of Clavinova you purchased, the surface color of one side of B may be different from the other side. In this case, position B so that the side of the surface color similar to D and E faces the player. Be sure to place your hands at least 10 cm from either end of the main unit when positioning it. 2-1 Place the lower side of B on each foot of D and E, then attach the upper side to D and E.
Keyboard Stand Assembly 6. Connect the pedal cord. 6-1 Insert the pedal cord plug to the pedal connector from the rear. 6-2 Attach the cord holders to the rear panel as shown, then clip the cord into the holders. 6-3 Use a vinyl tie to take up any slack in the pedal cord. PEDA L 7-2 Connect the plug on the power cord to the rear panel connector. WARNING An improper voltage setting can cause serious damage to this instrument or result in improper operation. 8. Set the adjuster.
Keyboard Stand Assembly After completing the assembly, please check the following. • Are there any parts left over? → Review the assembly procedure and correct any errors. • Is this instrument clear of doors and other movable fixtures? → Move the instrument to an appropriate location. 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 in damage to the instrument or personal injury.
Index Index Symbols L +/–....................................................................................10 Layering Two Voices (Dual mode) ................................ 21 Left Pedal ......................................................................... 19 Numerics Local Control .................................................................. 29 50 Piano Preset Songs .....................................................16 ENGLISH M A MASTER VOLUME......................................
Index Start/Stop playback 50 Piano Preset Songs................................................16 Demo Songs...............................................................15 T Tempo..............................................................................23 Touch Sensitivity.............................................................24 Transmitting Song Data..................................................31 Transporting......................................................................
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FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.) 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product. 2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions.
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