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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.
SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE: The 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.
• If the bench screws become loose due to extensive long-term use, tighten them periodically using the included tool. Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modi- fications to the instrument. Always turn the power off when the instrument is not in use.
Thank you for choosing a Yamaha CLP-810S Clavinova. Your Clavinova is a fine musical instrument that employs advanced Yamaha music technology. With the proper care, your Clavinova will give you many years of musical pleasure. Stereo sampling of the acoustic piano and Yamaha’s AWM (Advanced Wave Memory)
2 [VARIATION] selector With the [VARIATION] selector in the OFF position, the CLP-810S produces its normal piano voice. In the ON position, a variation of the piano voice is produced (page 7).
Music Stand CLP-810S To raise the music stand: Pull the stand up and toward yourself as far as it will go. Flip down the two metal supports at the left and the right on the rear of the music stand.
The Clavinova offers keyboard touch response, so the volume and timbre of notes played can be controlled according to how “hard” you play the keys. Add Reverb as Required With the [REVERB] control, you can add a desired amount of reverb to the Clavinova’s sound (page 9). REVERB CLP-810S...
• The demo song data is not transmitted via the MIDI connectors. MASTER VOLUME CLP-810S Select and Start a Demo Tune While simultaneously holding the A-1 and C0 keys, press either C3, D3 or E3 to select and start the corresponding demo tune. Starting with the selected tune, the demo tunes will play in sequence until stopped.
Soft (Left) Pedal The soft pedal reduces the volume and slightly changes the timbre of notes played while the pedal is pressed. The soft pedal will not affect notes which are already playing when it is pressed. CLP-810S...
The A-1 and C#0 keys plus keys F#2 through F#3 on the keyboard are used for transposition. CLP-810S Simultaneously press and hold the A-1 and C#0 keys. Press any key between F#2 and F#3 according to the desired amount of transposition.*...
To restore standard pitch (A3 = 440 Hz), hold the A-1, A#-1 and B-1 keys simultaneously. Press any key between C3 and B3. Release the A-1, A#-1 and B-1 keys. * Standard pitch (A3 = 440 Hz) is set when the [POWER] switch is initially turned ON. CLP-810S...
“plays” the recorded performance in precise detail. The examples given above really only scratch the surface. MIDI can do much, much more. The CLP-810S offers a number of MIDI functions that allows it to be used in fairly sophisticated MIDI systems.
Simultaneously press and hold the A-1 and C#0 keys. Press the C6 key to switch the Local Control between OFF and ON. Release the A-1 and C#0 keys. • When the power is initially turned ON, Local Control is set to “ON”. NOTE MIDI Functions CLP-810S...
(page 22). 3. The Clavinova Reproduces Radio or TV Sound This can occur if there is a high-power transmitter in your vicinity. Contact your Yamaha dealer. 4. Intermittent Static Noise This is usually due to turning ON or OFF a household appliance or other electronic equipment which is fed by the same AC mains line as your Clavinova.
All Note Off occurs. 6. SYSTEM EXCLUSIVE MESSAGES (Universal System Exclusive) (1) Universal Realtime Message Data format: [F0H] -> [7FH] -> [XnH] -> [04H] -> [01H] -> [ll H] -> [mmH] -> [F7H] CLP-810S...
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End of Exclusive [0nH] -> [ccH] -> [vvH] -> [F7H] = Exclusive status = Yamaha ID = Clavinova ID = CLP-810S ID = Clavinova special control = Control MIDI change (n=channel number) = Control number = Value = End of Exclusive...
On opening the box you should find the parts shown in the illustration. Check to make sure that all the required parts are provided. CLP-810S Have a Phillips-head (+) screwdriver ready. Open the box and remove all the parts. 5 x 40 mm long gold screws...
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Align the cut corner of the bracket with the corresponding cutouts on the feet. Assemble the side panels (D) and feet (E). Attach the side panels (D) to the pedal box (C). 6 x 20 mm round-head screws CLP-810S...
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Each side of the center panel is attached using two 6 x 16 flat-head screws CLP-810S 6 x 16 mm flat-head screws Attach the center panel (B) to the side pan-...
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• Do not hold the keyboard in any position other than the position shown in the above illustration. • Fingers can become pinched between the main unit and the side panels, be extra careful so as not to drop the main unit. 10 cm 6 x 16 mm flat-head screws CLP-810S...
A plug adaptor may be also provided in some areas to match the pin configuration of the AC wall outlets in your area. CLP-810S Cord holder Connect the pedal cord. Pass the pedal cord through the two cord holders on the side...
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Review the assembly procedure and correct any errors. Move the Clavinova to an appropriate location. Tighten all screws. Turn the adjuster so that it is set firmly against the floor. Check the connection. CLP-810S...
• 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.
Please make sure that benches are stable and any optional fixtures (where applicable) are well secured BEFORE using. Benches supplied by Yamaha are designed for seating only. No other uses are recommended. CLP-810S...
BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND. • This applies only to products distributed by Yamaha Canada Music Ltd. • Ceci ne s’applique qu’aux produits distribués par Yamaha Canada Musique Ltée. regulations does not guarantee that interference will not occur in all installations.
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For details of products, please contact your nearest Yamaha 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. NORTH AMERICA CANADA Yamaha Canada Music Ltd.
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