YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 (01) PDF Document

When operating the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, observe the following important safety instructions:

• Read these instructions.

• Keep these instructions.

• Heed all warnings.

• Follow all instructions.

• Do not use this apparatus near water.

• Clean only with dry cloth.

• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover (or back) as there are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

The AC adaptor for the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 is designed for use with only Yamaha electronic instruments; do not use it for any other purpose. It is for indoor use only and should not be used in any wet environments.

When setting up, ensure the AC outlet is easily accessible. If any trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn off the instrument’s power switch and disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet. When the AC adaptor is connected to the AC outlet, electricity is still flowing at a minimum level even if the power switch is off. If the instrument will not be used for a long time, unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.

Do not put burning items, such as candles, on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735. A burning item may fall over and cause a fire.

No, the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not open the instrument or attempt to disassemble or modify the internal components in any way. If it appears to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.

If a bench is included with your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, observe the following precautions:

• Do not place the bench in an unstable position where it might accidentally fall over.

• Do not play carelessly with or stand on the bench. Using it as a tool or stepladder or for any other purpose might result in accident or injury.

• Only one person should sit on the bench at a time to prevent accidents or injury.

• If the bench screws become loose due to extensive long-term use, tighten them periodically using the specified tool to prevent accidents or injury.

• Keep special watch over small children so they do not fall off the rear of the bench. Since the bench does not have a backrest, unsupervised use may result in accident or injury.

If any of the following problems occur with your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, immediately turn off the power switch and disconnect the electric plug from the outlet. Then, have the device inspected by Yamaha service personnel:

• The power cord or plug becomes frayed or damaged.

• It emits unusual smells or smoke.

• Some object has been dropped into the instrument.

• There is a sudden loss of sound during use of the instrument.

• If any cracks or breakages exist on the instrument.

Observe the following precautions when connecting devices to the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735:

• Do not connect the instrument to an electrical outlet using a multiple connector. Doing so can result in lower sound quality, or possibly cause overheating in the outlet.

• When removing the electric plug from the instrument or an outlet, always hold the plug itself and not the cord. Pulling by the cord can damage it.

• Remove the electric plug from the outlet when the instrument is not to be used for extended periods of time, or during electrical storms.

During the assembly of the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, ensure you:

• Assemble the instrument in the proper sequence by following the assembly instructions in this manual.

• Make sure to tighten the screws regularly. Failure to do so might result in damage to the instrument or even injury.

When choosing a location for your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735:

• Do not place the instrument in an unstable position where it might accidentally fall over.

• Do not go near the instrument during an earthquake. Strong shaking during an earthquake could cause the instrument to move or tip over, resulting in damage to the instrument or its parts, and possibly causing injury.

• When transporting or moving the instrument, always use two or more people. Attempting to lift the instrument by yourself may damage your back, result in other injury, or cause damage to the instrument itself.

• Before moving the instrument, remove all connected cables to prevent damage to the cables or injury to anyone who might trip over them.

When making connections to the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735:

• When setting up the product, ensure the AC outlet you are using is easily accessible. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn off the power switch and disconnect the plug from the outlet. Even when the power switch is turned off, electricity is still flowing to the product at the minimum level. If you are not using the product for a long time, make sure to unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.

• 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.

• 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.

Observe the following handling precautions for the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735:

• Do not insert a finger or hand in any gaps on the key cover or instrument. Also, take care that the key cover does not pinch your finger.

• Never insert or drop paper, metallic, or other objects into the gaps on the key cover, panel, or keyboard. This could cause physical injury to you or others, damage to the instrument or other property, or operational failure.

• Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on the instrument, and do not use excessive force on the buttons, switches, or connectors.

• Keep small parts out of the reach of infants. Your children may accidentally swallow them.

Do not use the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 or headphones for a long period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing loss. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physician.

For benches that can be adjusted, do not adjust the bench height while sitting on the bench, since this can cause excessive force to be imposed on the adjustment mechanism, possibly resulting in damage to the mechanism or even injury. Do not place your hand between moving parts; otherwise, your hand could be pinched between the parts, possibly resulting in injury.

Always turn the power off when the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 is not in use. Even when the [P] (Standby/On) switch is in standby status (power lamp is off), electricity is still flowing to the instrument at the minimum level. When you are not using the instrument for a long time, make sure you unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.

To avoid the possibility of malfunction/damage to the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, damage to data, or damage to other property, follow these notices:

• Do not connect this product to public Wi-Fi and/or Internet directly. Only connect this product to the Internet through a router with strong password-protections. Consult your router manufacturer for information on security best practices.

• Do not use the instrument in the vicinity of a TV, radio, stereo equipment, mobile phone, or other electric devices. Otherwise, the instrument, TV, or radio may generate noise. When using the instrument with a smart device, set Wi-Fi or Bluetooth to on after setting “Airplane Mode” to on on that device to avoid noise caused by communication.

• Do not expose the instrument to excessive dust or vibrations, or extreme cold or heat (such as in direct sunlight, near a heater, or in a car during the day) to prevent panel disfiguration, damage to internal components, or unstable operation. The verified operating temperature range is 5°–40°C (41°–104°F).

• Do not place vinyl, plastic, or rubber objects on the instrument, as this might discolor the panel or keyboard.

• For models with a polished finish, bumping the surface with metal, porcelain, or other hard objects can cause the finish to crack or peel. Use caution.

For maintenance and cleaning of your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735:

• When cleaning the instrument, use a soft and dry/slightly damp cloth. Do not use paint thinners, solvents, alcohol, cleaning fluids, or chemical-impregnated wiping cloths.

• For models with a polished finish, gently remove dust and dirt with a soft cloth. Do not wipe too hard since small particles of dirt can scratch the instrument’s finish.

• During extreme changes in temperature or humidity, condensation may occur and water may collect on the surface of the instrument. If water is left, the wooden parts may absorb the water and be damaged. Make sure to wipe any water off immediately with a soft cloth.

To protect your data on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735:

• Some data and Song data saved to the internal memory are retained when the power is turned off. However, saved data may be lost due to failures or operation mistakes. Save your important data onto a USB flash drive or an external device such as a computer.

• To protect against data loss through USB flash drive damage, it is recommended to save your important data onto a spare USB flash drive or an external device as backup data.

Unlike an acoustic piano, the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 does not need to be tuned by an expert, as the pitch of digital instruments is always maintained perfectly. However, the pitch can be user-adjusted to match other instruments if desired.

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 features the following main controls and terminals:

• [P] (Standby/On) switch: For turning the power on or setting it to standby.

• [MASTER VOLUME] slider: For adjusting the overall volume.

• [u]/[d]/[<]/[>] buttons, display: For selecting an item or setting a value using the buttons corresponding to the display indication.

• [FUNCTION] button: For calling up menus to make detailed settings for various functions.

• [ ]/[EXIT] button: For exiting the current display or returning to the Voice or Song display.

• [CFX GRAND] button: For selecting the “CFX Grand” Voice.

• [BÖSENDORFER] button: For selecting the “Bösendorfer” Voice.

• [VOICE] button: Calls up the Voice group list display.

• [DUAL/SPLIT] button: For playing two Voices simultaneously, or different Voices on the left- and right-hand sections of the keyboard.

• [PIANO ROOM] button: Calls up the Piano Room display to select an optimum piano sound and adjust the touch response.

• [SONG/DEMO] button: Calls up the Song List for selecting a demo Song or a Song to playback or edit.

• [REC] button: For recording your keyboard performance.

• [PLAY/PAUSE] button: For alternately playing back and pausing Preset Songs or your recorded material.

• [METRONOME] button: For using the metronome functions.

• [RHYTHM] button: For using the rhythm functions.

• [TEMPO] button: For setting the tempo.

• USB [TO DEVICE] terminal: For connecting USB devices.

• USB [TO HOST] terminal: For connecting to a computer or smart device.

• MIDI [IN], [OUT], [THRU] terminals: For connecting external MIDI devices.

• [PHONES] jacks: For connecting headphones.

• [AUX IN] jack: For connecting an audio player.

• AUX OUT [R] [L/L+R] jacks: For connecting an external speaker system.

• [PEDAL] jack: For connecting the pedal cord.

To connect the AC adaptor and turn on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Connect the plugs of the AC adaptor in the order shown:

• Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor.

• Connect the DC plug of the AC adaptor into the DC IN jack on the instrument.

• Plug the AC plug into a wall AC outlet.

Step 2. Turn down the [MASTER VOLUME] slider at the right of the keyboard to “MIN.”

Step 3. Press the [P] (Standby/On) switch at the right of the keyboard to turn the power on. The display located at the left of the keyboard and the power lamp on the [P] (Standby/On) switch both light up.

Step 4. Play the keyboard. While playing, adjust the volume level using the [MASTER VOLUME] slider.

To open the key cover on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. With both hands, hold the hand grip, then lift and open the key cover.

Step 2. Fold down the top of the key cover.

Be careful to avoid catching your fingers when opening or closing the cover. Do not place anything (such as metal objects or pieces of paper) on top of the key cover, as small objects may fall inside and cause damage. Hold the cover with both hands when opening or closing it, and 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 the unit.

To turn off the power and close the key cover on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. After use, press and hold the [P] (Standby/On) switch for a second to turn the power off. The power lamp on the [P] (Standby/On) switch turns off.

Step 2. Close the key cover:

• If the music rest is unfolded, fold it back.

• With both hands, open the folded top of the key cover, and close it gently.

• Slide the cover toward you and gently lower the cover over the keys.

Be careful to avoid catching your fingers when opening or closing the cover.

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 features an Auto Power Off function to prevent unnecessary power consumption. This function automatically turns the power off if the instrument is not operated for a specified period of time. By default, this period is approximately 30 minutes, but you can change this setting. Any data which is not saved will be lost if the power automatically turns off, so make sure to save your data beforehand. Depending on the instrument’s status, the power may not turn off automatically even after the specified period, so always turn off the power manually when the instrument is not in use.

To disable the Auto Power Off function on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 using a simple method, turn the power on while holding down the lowest key on the keyboard. An “Auto power off disabled” message will appear briefly, indicating that Auto Power Off is disabled.

To unfold and fold the music rest on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

To unfold the music rest:

Step 1. Unfold the music rest, which is on the inside of the key cover.

Step 2. Unfold the music braces, which allow you to hold the pages of music books in place.

To fold the music rest:

Step 1. Fold the music braces if they are unfolded.

Step 2. Fold the music rest before closing the key cover.

Do not put anything heavy on the music rest for a long period of time, as doing so may damage it.

To raise and lower the music rest on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

To raise the music rest:

Step 1. Pull the music rest up and toward yourself as far as it will go.

Step 2. Flip down the two metal supports at the left and right on the rear of the music rest.

Step 3. Lower the music rest so that the metal supports latch into place. Music braces allow you to hold the pages of music books in place.

To lower the music rest:

Close the Music braces if they are open, and then lower the music rest by following the instructions below.

Step 1. Pull the music rest toward yourself as far as it will go.

Step 2. Raise the two metal supports (at the rear of the music rest).

Step 3. Gently lower the music rest backward until it is all the way down.

Do not try to use the music rest in a half-raised position. Also, when raising or lowering the music rest, do not release your hands from the music rest until it is all the way up or down.

To adjust the overall volume on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, use the [MASTER VOLUME] slider located at the right of the keyboard. Play the keyboard to produce sound while adjusting the volume. This slider also affects the output level of the [PHONES] jacks and the AUX OUT jacks. Do not use the instrument for a long period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, as this can cause permanent hearing loss.

The Intelligent Acoustic Control (IAC) function on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 automatically adjusts and controls the sound quality according to the overall volume of the instrument. Even when the overall volume is turned down, it ensures that both low and high sounds are clearly heard. IAC Control is effective only from the sound output of the instrument speakers. You can set the IAC setting On or Off and its depth. The default setting for this function is “On.”

To use headphones with your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, connect a pair of headphones to one of the [PHONES] jacks. When headphones are plugged into either jack, the internal speaker system is automatically shut off. Two [PHONES] jacks are provided, allowing two sets of standard stereo headphones to be plugged in. If you are using only one pair of headphones, you can plug them into either jack.

Do not use headphones for a long period of time at a high or uncomfortable volume level, as this can cause permanent hearing loss. If you are using an adaptor plug, be sure to remove it when unplugging the headphones. No sound will come out of the instrument’s speakers if the adaptor plug is left connected. You can also hear sound through the speakers with the headphones plugged in by changing the ‘Speaker’ setting to ‘On’.

Binaural sampling on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 is a method that uses two special microphones set at the ear position of a performer to record the sound from a piano as it is heard. Listening to the sound with this effect through headphones gives the impression of being immersed in the sound, as if it was actually emanating from the piano. When “CFX Grand” or “Bösendorfer” is selected, connecting headphones automatically enables binaural sampling sound.

This function is turned on by default. When the “Speaker” setting is On, this function will always be disabled. Since these sounds are optimized for listening with headphones, you should set this function to “OFF” if playing the piano sound with an external powered speaker system while monitoring sound on connected headphones, or when making an audio recording while using headphones and then playing that recorded audio Song through speakers of the instrument.

The Stereophonic Optimizer on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 is an effect that reproduces natural sound distance, similar to binaural sampling, even when listening on headphones. When any Voice in the Piano group other than “CFX Grand” or “Bösendorfer” is selected, connecting headphones automatically enables the Stereophonic Optimizer effect.

This function is turned on by default. When the “Speaker” setting is On, this function will always be disabled. Since these sounds are optimized for listening with headphones, you should set this function to “OFF” if playing the piano sound with an external powered speaker system while monitoring sound on connected headphones, or when making an audio recording while using headphones and then playing that recorded audio Song through speakers of the instrument.

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 is equipped with three foot pedals:

• Damper pedal (right): When you press the damper pedal, the notes you play have a longer sustain. When a Voice in the Piano group is selected, pressing the damper pedal activates the VRM to accurately recreate the unique resonance of an acoustic grand piano’s soundboard and strings. This instrument also has a Half-pedal function, allowing you to delicately and expressively control damper muting by finely controlling the point at which pressure on the pedal affects the damper muting. You can assign other functions to each pedal using “Pedal Assign” in the “Voice” menu display.

• Sostenuto pedal (center): If you play a note or chord on the keyboard and press the sostenuto pedal while holding the note(s), those notes will sustain as long as the pedal is held. All subsequent notes will not sustain. While the sostenuto (center) pedal is held, a sustained (non-decaying) type of Voice such as strings or organ may sound continuously without decay after the notes have been released. The center pedal can also be used as a [PLAY/PAUSE] button.

• Soft pedal (left): The soft pedal reduces the volume and slightly changes the timbre of notes played while the pedal is pressed. It will not affect notes that are already playing when it is pressed; to apply this effect, play notes after pressing the pedal. This pedal function changes depending on the selected Voice. For example, when “Mellow Organ” is selected, pressing and releasing this pedal switches between “fast” and “slow” of the Rotary Speaker speed. When “Vibraphone” is selected, this pedal switches Vibrato on and off. The left pedal can also be used as a [PLAY/PAUSE] button.

On the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 screen display, you can access three main functions: Voice, Song, and Demo. You can also make various detailed settings for greater playability and performance potential. To operate the menu displays:

Step 1. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to select the desired menu (Voice, Song, Metronome/Rhythm, Recording, or System).

Step 2. Use the [u]/[d]/[<]/[>] buttons to select the desired parameter. Use [u]/[d] to navigate vertically and [<]/[>] to navigate horizontally.

Step 3. In the display called up in step 2, use the [u]/[d]/[<]/[>] buttons to select a value or execute the operation. If a pop-up window is shown, set the value with the [<]/[>] buttons, then exit with the [EXIT] button. If a parameter has only two options (e.g., on/off), pressing [>] will alternate the value.

Step 4. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the menu display.

Do not operate the control panel using a sharp item, your fingernails, or other hard objects, as this may damage the control panel. You cannot operate the control panel by pressing two or more places at once.

To return to the Voice or Song display on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, press the [EXIT] button. The display will return to whichever display (Voice or Song) was previously shown. While a pop-up window is displayed, pressing the [EXIT] button will return to the previously shown display.

To select the two Grand Piano Voices directly from the panel on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Press the [CFX GRAND] button or the [BÖSENDORFER] button to select the piano type. The Voice name will appear on the Voice display.

• CFX Grand: Yamaha’s CFX concert grand piano sound with a wide dynamic range for maximum expressive control, suitable for any music genre and style.

• Bösendorfer: The famed sound of the Vienna-made Bösendorfer Imperial concert grand piano. Its spacious sound evokes the size of the instrument and is ideal for expressing tenderness in compositions.

Step 2. Play the Keyboard. You can hear and experience the characteristics of the Voices by listening to the Demo Songs for each Voice.

You can also select other piano Voices by pressing the [<][>] buttons or the [VOICE] button.

To customize the sound and touch response of Piano Voices using the Piano Room feature on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Press the [PIANO ROOM] button to call up the Piano Room display.

Step 2. Press the [u]/[d] buttons to select items such as Lid Position, Brightness, Touch, Reverb, Reverb Depth, Master Tune, VRM, Damper Resonance, Damper Noise, String Resonance, Duplex Scale Resonance, Body Resonance, and Grand Expression.

Step 3. Press the [<]/[>] buttons to change the settings for the selected item.

Step 4. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the Piano Room display.

If a Voice other than one in the Piano group is selected, pressing the [PIANO ROOM] button will automatically change it to “CFX Grand.” Pressing the [PIANO ROOM] button also disables the Dual/Split/Duo functions.

The following parameters can be set in the Piano Room for the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735:

The Piano Room settings can also be set in the “Voice” menu display or the “System” menu display. Changes made in the Piano Room display will also change the settings in the menu displays, and vice-versa.

To select different Voices on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Press the [VOICE] button to call up the Voice group list. The Voice groups are listed, and the currently selected Voice group is highlighted.

Step 2. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select the desired Voice group. Highlight the name of the Voice group you want to use.

Step 3. Press the [>] button. The Voices in the selected group are listed.

Step 4. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to scroll through the Voice list, and then press the [>] button to select the desired Voice. The currently selected Voice name is shown on the display.

You can select other Voices in order using the [<]/[>] buttons via the Voice display. Press the [u] button to go back to the Voice list.

Step 5. Play the keyboard.

Touch Response will not be applied to some Voices. You can specify the Touch Response (how the sound responds to your playing) by adjusting the setting in the “Voice” menu display under “Touch,” or from the Piano Room display.

To listen to the Voice Demos on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Press the [SONG/DEMO] button to call up the Song list display.

Step 2. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Demo,” and then press the [>] button to call up the next display.

Step 3. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select the desired Voice Demo, and then press the [>] button to call up the Demo display. The currently selected Voice Demo name is shown.

Step 4. Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start playback.

Step 5. Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button again to stop playback. The Voice Demo stops automatically when playback reaches the end.

Recording operations cannot be used during Voice Demo playback. To select other Demos, press the [u] button to return to the Song list display, then repeat steps 3-4 of this section.

To adjust the sound brilliance on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “System” menu display.

Step 2. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Sound.”

Step 3. Press the [>] button to call up the next display.

Step 4. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Brilliance.”

Step 5. Press the [>] button to call up the next display.

Step 6. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select the desired value (Mellow 1-3, Normal, Bright 1-3, User).

To reset to the default setting, press the [u]/[d] buttons simultaneously.

If you select Bright 1-3, the volume level may increase slightly, potentially causing distortion. Lower the volume accordingly if this occurs.

To set the User EQ on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Select “User” in the “Brilliance” display, then press the [>] button. A display where you can set the gain for three frequency bands (Lo, Mid, Hi) appears.

Step 2. Use the [<]/[>] buttons to select a band (Lo, Mid, or Hi), then use the [u]/[d] buttons to boost or cut it.

To reset the gain for each frequency band to the default value, press the [u]/[d] buttons simultaneously.

Step 3. Press the [EXIT] button to close the “User” display.

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 allows you to add reverberation to the sound, simulating a concert hall. The ideal Reverb type is automatically selected with each Voice, but you can choose from available Reverb types. This setting applies commonly to all parts (keyboard Voices/Song/MIDI).

To select a desired Reverb type, use the “Voice” menu display: “Reverb.” You can also select the Reverb type for Voices in the Piano group from the Piano Room display. You can also adjust the Reverb depth for the selected Voice from the “Voice” menu display: “Voice Edit” -> “Reverb Depth.”

Available Reverb Types:

• Off: No effect.

• Recital Hall: Simulates clear reverberation in a mid-sized hall suitable for piano recital.

• Concert Hall: Simulates brilliant reverberation in a large hall for public orchestra performances.

• Chamber: Simulates elegant reverberation in a small room suitable for chamber music.

• Cathedral: Simulates the solemn reverberation in a high-ceiling stone-made cathedral.

• Club: Simulates the lively reverberation in a jazz club or a small bar.

• Plate: Simulates the bright sound of vintage reverb equipment used in recording studios.

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 allows you to add warmth and spaciousness to the sound using the Chorus effect. The ideal Chorus type is automatically selected with each Voice, but you can choose from available Chorus types. This setting applies commonly to all parts (keyboard Voices/Song/MIDI).

To select a desired Chorus type, use the “Voice” menu display: “Chorus.” You can adjust the Chorus depth for the selected Voice from the “Voice” menu display: “Voice Edit” -> “Chorus Depth.” When you want to apply the Chorus effect to a Voice whose Chorus type is set to off by default, set the Chorus type to something other than “Off,” then set the Chorus depth value as desired (greater than “0”).

Available Chorus Types:

• Off: No effect.

• Chorus: Adds a rich, spacious sound.

• Celeste: Adds swell and a spacious sound.

• Flanger: Adds swell effects similar to the sound of an ascending or descending jet plane.

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 features a variety of Effects, such as Echo or Tremolo, that can be applied to the selected Voice for your keyboard performance. You can select any of the available Effect types from the “Voice” menu display: “Voice Edit” -> “Effect.”

Available Effect Types:

• Off: No effect.

• DelayLCR: Delay applied at left, center, and right positions.

• DelayLR: Delay applied at left and right positions.

• Echo: Echo-like delay.

• CrossDelay: Left and right delays cross each other in alternation.

• Symphonic: Adds a rich and deep acoustic effect.

• Rotary: Adds the vibrato effect of a rotary speaker.

• Tremolo: The volume level changes in rapid cycles.

• VibeRotor: The vibrato effect of a vibraphone.

• AutoPan: The sound pans left to right and back and forth.

• Phaser: The phase changes periodically, swelling the sound.

• AutoWah: The center frequency of the wah filter changes periodically.

• Distortion: Distorts the sound.

To play two Voices simultaneously (Dual mode) on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Press the [DUAL/SPLIT] button once to enter Dual mode. The [DUAL/SPLIT] button lamp lights up.

Step 2. Select the Voices for layering:

• Use the [u]/[d] buttons to highlight Voice 1 (displayed at the top).

• Use the [<]/[>] buttons or the [VOICE] button to select the desired Voice.

• Use the [u]/[d] buttons to highlight Voice 2 (displayed at the bottom), and then select a Voice in the same way.

Step 3. Play the keyboard.

Step 4. Press the [DUAL/SPLIT] button to exit Dual mode. The [DUAL/SPLIT] button lamp goes out.

To split the keyboard range and play two different Voices (Split mode) on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Press the [DUAL/SPLIT] button twice to enter Split mode. The [DUAL/SPLIT] button lamp lights up.

Step 2. Select a Voice for the right-hand area (Voice R) and left-hand area (Voice L):

• Use the [u]/[d] buttons to highlight Voice R (displayed at the top).

• Use the [<]/[>] buttons or the [VOICE] button to select the desired Voice.

• Use the [u]/[d] buttons to highlight Voice L (displayed at the bottom), and then select a Voice in the same way.

Step 3. Play the keyboard.

To change the Split Point (the border between the right- and left-hand ranges), hold down the [DUAL/SPLIT] button while in Split mode, and press the key you wish to assign as the Split Point. The specified Split Point key is included in the left-hand range. The Split Point can also be set via the menu display.

To use Dual and Split modes simultaneously on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Press the [DUAL/SPLIT] button three times to turn the Dual and Split modes on. The [DUAL/SPLIT] button lamp lights up.

Step 2. Select the Voices for layering (R1 and R2) and for the left-hand area (L):

• Use the [u]/[d] buttons to highlight Voice R1 (displayed at the top).

• Use the [<]/[>] buttons or the [VOICE] button to select the desired Voice.

• Use the [u]/[d] buttons to highlight Voice R2 (in the middle) and Voice L (at the bottom), and select Voices in the same way.

Step 3. Play the keyboard.

Step 4. Press the [DUAL/SPLIT] button to exit Dual and Split mode. The [DUAL/SPLIT] button lamp goes out.

The specified Split Point key is included in the left-hand range.

To play in Duo mode on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, which allows two players to play in the same octave range, follow these steps:

Step 1. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “System” menu display.

Step 2. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Keyboard.”

Step 3. Press the [>] button to call up the next display.

Step 4. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Duo.”

Step 5. Press the [>] button to select “On.” The [DUAL/SPLIT] button lamp lights up.

Step 6. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the menu display. “[Duo]” is shown in the Voice display.

Step 7. Play the keyboard. The sound of the left-hand range is emitted from the left, and the sound of the right-hand range is emitted from the right by default.

Step 8. Press the [DUAL/SPLIT] button to exit Duo mode. Or, press any of the [CFX GRAND], [BÖSENDORFER], [PIANO ROOM] buttons, or repeat steps 1-5 to set Duo to “Off.”

In Duo mode, VRM is not effective. When the Type of Duo is set to “Separated,” Reverb and Stereophonic Optimizer are not effective. The keyboard is divided into two sections, with the E3 key as the Split Point, and the specified Split Point key is included in the left-hand range.

In Duo mode, the pedal functions change as follows:

• Right Pedal: Damper pedal for the right-hand range.

• Center Pedal: Damper pedal for both the right-hand and left-hand ranges.

• Left Pedal: Damper pedal for the left-hand range.

You can listen to the sounds played by two players through both speakers, with a natural balance of sound. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “System” menu display, then change the settings in “Keyboard” -> “Type” to “Balanced”.

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 has a built-in metronome for practicing. To use it:

Step 1. Press the [METRONOME] button to start the metronome. This calls up the Tempo display.

Step 2. Press the [METRONOME] button again to stop the metronome. To close the Tempo display, press the [EXIT] button.

You can set the metronome volume, BPM, and other settings from the “Metronome/Rhythm” menu display.

To adjust the tempo on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Press the [TEMPO] button to call up the Tempo display.

Step 2. Use the [<]/[>] buttons to adjust the tempo value (number of beats per minute).

To reset the tempo to the default setting, press the [<] and [>] buttons simultaneously.

Step 3. Press the [EXIT] button to close the Tempo display.

To set the metronome time signature on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “Metronome/Rhythm” menu display.

Step 2. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Time Sig.” and then press the [>] button.

Step 3. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select the desired time signature. The setting range is 2/2, 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 7/4, 3/8, 6/8, 7/8, 9/8, 12/8. The default setting is 4/4.

Step 4. Turn the “Bell” setting on. The Metronome will play back according to the selected Time Signature with a bell sound on the first beat of each measure.

Step 5. Press the [EXIT] button to close the “Metronome/Rhythm” menu display.

The tempo indication will be displayed as “note type=xxx.” Selecting the Time Signature changes the available parameters as follows:

To play the keyboard along with Rhythm Playback on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Press the [RHYTHM] button to start Rhythm playback. Intro playback starts, followed by the Rhythm playback.

Step 2. Use the [<]/[>] buttons to call up the desired Rhythm.

Step 3. Play the keyboard along with Rhythm playback. The instrument will automatically create appropriate accompaniment bass sound while you play, based on the chords you play. The default setting of the bass sound is “On.” If you don’t want the bass accompaniment sound, set it to “Off” by pressing the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “Metronome/Rhythm” menu display, and make the settings in “Bass.”

Step 4. To stop Rhythm playback, press the [RHYTHM] button again. The Rhythm will automatically stop after an Ending is played.

Step 5. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the Rhythm display.

The Rhythm tempo is equivalent to that set for the Metronome. If you set the Rhythm tempo, selecting a MIDI Song will change the tempo value to that specified in the selected MIDI Song data. Rhythm display cannot be called up during Song playback or recording. “Intro” and “Ending” allow you to vary the arrangement of the accompaniment; you can set them on/off via “Intro” or “Ending” in the “Metronome/Rhythm” menu display. Some arrangements may not be suitable for use with this feature. 9th, 11th, and 13th chords cannot be recognized.

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 can play back the following types of Songs:

• Preset Voice Demo Songs (Voice Demo).

• Preset Songs: 50 classical Preset Songs (“50 Classical”) and 303 Lesson Songs (“Lesson”).

• Your own recorded Songs.

• Commercially available MIDI Song data: SMF (Standard MIDI File). The maximum size for playback is approx. 500KB per single MIDI Song.

• Commercially available Audio Song data: Wav (file extension = .wav with 44.1 kHz sample rate, 16-bit resolution, stereo, and maximum 80 minutes length).

The CLP-735 is compatible with GM System Level 2 for MIDI songs. GM System Level 2 is a standard specification that enhances the original GM format and improves Song data compatibility, providing increased polyphony, greater Voice selection, expanded Voice parameters, and integrated effect processing.

To play back Songs on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. If you want to play back a Song from a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive containing Song data to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal beforehand. Audio files must be on a USB flash drive. The instrument can automatically select a Song file saved in the root directory of the USB flash drive as soon as the USB flash drive is connected.

Step 2. Press the [SONG/DEMO] button to call up the Song List display, then select the desired category using [u]/[d] buttons. Select from “50 Classical,” “Lesson,” “User,” or “USB” referring to the category descriptions below:

Step 3. Press the [>] button to display the Songs in the specified category, and then select a desired Song using the [u]/[d] buttons.

• When “User” or “USB” category is selected, an icon indicating the Song type (MIDI or Audio) is shown to the left of the Song name.

• For Lesson Songs, select the desired folder, press the [>] button, and then select a Song.

• To select a recorded Song saved to a USB flash drive, select USB in step 2, and the USER FILES folder in step 3.

• If the Song title is too long, press the [d] button to see the full title.

Step 4. Press the [>] button to select the desired Song. The Song display shows the currently selected Song name and its category name.

Step 5. Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start playback. The current position of the Song playback will be shown.

Step 6. Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button again to stop playback. Even if you don’t press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button, the Song stops automatically when Song playback reaches the end.

You can play the keyboard along with Song playback. You can also change the Voice for your keyboard performance. To adjust the volume balance between your keyboard performance and MIDI Song playback, or to adjust the Audio Volume, set the appropriate Volume parameters individually in the “Song” menu display.

If a Song has been selected, its original tempo is used, and the Metronome setting is ignored. If a song cannot be read from a USB flash drive, you may need to change the Language setting for the Song name in the “System” menu display.

To rewind, fast forward, or return to the top of a Song on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

• Rewind/Fast forward: Use the [<] and [>] buttons to move back or forth through the Song (in bars or seconds) while the Song display is shown. Holding the corresponding button scrolls backward/forward continuously.

• Returning to the top of the Song: Press the [<] and [>] buttons simultaneously.

To adjust the playback tempo of a Song on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Press the [TEMPO] button to call up the Tempo display. For a MIDI Song, press the [TEMPO] button during Song playback or while the Song display is shown. For an Audio Song, press the [TEMPO] button during Song playback.

Step 2. Change the Tempo value using the [<]/[>] buttons.

• To recall the original tempo (the tempo particular to the Song), press the [<] and [>] buttons simultaneously.

• When a MIDI Song is selected, the tempo range differs depending on the Time Signature for that Song. Available setting values may only include even numbers (multiples of 2), depending on the Time Signature.

• When an Audio Song is selected, the tempo range is between 75%–125%. 100% is the original tempo value. Higher values result in a faster tempo.

Step 3. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the Tempo display.

Changing the tempo of an Audio Song may change its tonal characteristics.

To practice a one-hand part using the Part Cancel function for MIDI Songs on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Select a Song for practicing (e.g., from “50 Classical” or “Lesson” categories).

Step 2. Select the part you want to practice, then set the part to off:

• Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “Song” menu display.

• Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “L/R.”

• Press the [>] button to call up the next display.

• Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select the desired track (R for right-hand, L for left-hand).

• Use the [>] button to select “Off” for the selected part.

Step 3. Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start playback. Play and practice the part you just muted.

Step 4. Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button again to stop playback. The Song stops automatically when playback reaches the end.

The parts can be turned on or off even during playback. Usually, Channel 1 is assigned to “R,” Channel 2 to “L,” and Channels 3–16 to “Extra,” though assignments may differ. “Extra” channels cannot be set on or off individually. Some songs in “50 Classical” and “Lesson” categories are duet songs. Whenever you select another MIDI Song, both parts are automatically turned on.

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 offers three repeat functions for practicing difficult phrases: AB Repeat, Phrase Repeat, and Song Repeat. For AB Repeat and Song Repeat, follow these steps:

Step 1. Select a Song to be played back.

Step 2. Call up the Repeat display:

• Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “Song” menu display.

• Select “Repeat,” then press the [>] button.

Step 3. In the Repeat display, select a desired item using the [u]/[d] buttons, then press the [>] button.

• For AB Repeat, select “A – B.”

• For Song Repeat, select “Song.”

Step 4. Set in the appropriate setting display:

For AB Repeat setting:

• Specify the repeat range.

• Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start Song playback.

• Press the [>] button at the starting point (A) of the range to be repeated.

• Press the [>] button again at the ending point (B). After an automatic lead-in, the range from Point A to Point B is played back repeatedly.

• To turn off the Repeat function, press the [>] button while “Repeat Off” is highlighted, or select another Song.

For Song Repeat setting:

• Select the desired Repeat type (Off, Single, All, Random) using the [u]/[d] buttons. The icons corresponding to each Repeat setting are shown on the Song display.

  Setting	Description
  Off	Disables repeated playback.
  Single	Plays through the selected file repeatedly.
  All	Continuously plays back all Songs within a designated range in order.
  Random	Continuously plays back all Songs within a designated range in random order.

• Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start Repeat playback.

• To turn off the Repeat function, press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button again to stop playback, and then select “Off” in step 4-1.

To adjust the volume balance on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, select the desired Song beforehand and follow these steps:

Step 1. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “Song” menu display. Select “Volume,” and then press the [>] button.

Step 2. Depending on the Song type:

• When a MIDI Song is selected: Select “Song – Keyboard” (to adjust balance between Song playback and keyboard performance) or “Song L – R” (to adjust balance between Right and Left parts of the selected Song) using the [u]/[d] buttons, then press the [>] button to call up the setting display.

• When an Audio Song is selected: Use the [<]/[>] buttons to set the Audio playback volume.

Step 3. Adjust the Volume balance by using the [<]/[>] buttons.

• In the case of “Song – Keyboard”: The volume of your playing will be lower or the Song playback volume will be lower, depending on the adjustment.

• In the case of “Song L – R”: The R part volume will be lower or the L part volume will be lower, depending on the adjustment.

Step 4. Press the [EXIT] button twice to exit from the “Song” menu display.

The selected parameters of “Song – Keyboard” will be maintained (Backup Setting) even when the power is turned off. However, for “Song L – R” and Audio Volume, selecting another Song will reset the value. Some commercially available music data may contain extremely high volumes; adjust the settings accordingly.

To assign the Song Play/Pause function to the center or left pedal on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “System” menu display.

Step 2. Select “Pedal” from the menu.

Step 3. Select “Play/Pause” to make the assignment.

This is convenient for starting or pausing playback when you are performing and cannot take your hands from the keyboard.

To shift the pitch of a Song playback up or down in semitone intervals on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “Song” menu display.

Step 2. Select “Transpose” from the menu.

Step 3. Adjust the transpose value using the [<]/[>] buttons.

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 allows you to record your performance using two methods: MIDI Recording and Audio Recording. The data format differs depending on the method:

• Quick MIDI Recording: This method lets you start recording most quickly. Your performance will be recorded and saved to the “User” category in the instrument’s internal memory.

• MIDI Recording – Independent Tracks: This lets you record the right, left, and extra parts separately. You can record up to sixteen parts one by one to create fully orchestrated compositions.

• MIDI Recording to the USB Flash Drive: This method is useful when you want to overwrite an already recorded MIDI Song or create a New MIDI Song on the USB flash drive.

• Audio Recording to the USB Flash Drive: This method lets you record your performance as Audio data to the USB flash drive connected to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal.

To perform a Quick MIDI Recording on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Make the necessary settings such as Voice selection and time signature. Before starting, select a Voice for your keyboard performance, turn Dual/Split/Duo on or off as desired, set the tempo and time signature of the Metronome/Rhythm, then select a Reverb/Chorus/Effect type.

Step 2. Press the [REC] (Record) button to enter Recording mode. A blank new Song for recording is automatically set. The [PLAY/PAUSE] button will flash at the current tempo. To exit Recording mode, press the [REC] button again.

Step 3. Play the keyboard (or press [PLAY/PAUSE]) to start recording. If you want to record an empty section at the start of the Song, press [PLAY/PAUSE] to start recording. If a Rhythm is selected, press the [RHYTHM] button to start Rhythm playback and MIDI recording simultaneously.

Step 4. After you finish your performance, press the [REC] (Record) button again to stop recording. This exits Recording mode and calls up the display for saving the recorded performance data.

Step 5. To save the recorded performance, press the [>] button while “Save” is highlighted. After saving, “Save Completed” appears, and the recorded Song will be named “USERSONGxxx” (xxx: number) and saved in the “User” category.

• If you are not satisfied with your performance and want to record again, highlight “Retry” then press the [>] button.

• If you do not want to save the recorded data, highlight “Cancel” then press the [>] button.

Step 6. To hear the recorded performance, press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button.

The recorded MIDI Song will be lost if you change to another Song or turn the power off without executing the Save operation. The “Song – Keyboard” Volume Balance will not be recorded. With MIDI recording, the performance will be recorded to Track 1. In Dual/Split/Duo mode, the tracks assigned for recording and the tracks actually used are different. The time signature and tempo cannot be changed when replacing the part of an existing MIDI Song. Refer to page 67 for how to delete a Song.

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 can record the following data to MIDI Songs:

Parameter settings other than Voice and Tempo, such as note data, pedal (Damper/Soft/Sostenuto) data, octave setting, and time signature, cannot be changed after recording.

With MIDI Recording, you can create a MIDI Song consisting of 16 tracks by recording your performance to each track one by one. To record MIDI Songs with Independent Tracks on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Execute the same operations as in Step 1 and Step 2 for Quick MIDI Recording to enter the Recording mode with a new blank Song selected.

Step 2. Use the [<]/[>] buttons to select a Recording Track. You can select “R” for the right-hand part, “L” for the left-hand part, or Tracks 3–16. If Rhythm playback was recorded first, it is automatically recorded to Tracks 9–11. The display shows track data status (Contains data or Contains no data).

Step 3. Play the keyboard to start recording. To record Rhythm playback first, press the [RHYTHM] button. To record an empty section at the start, press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button.

Step 4. After you finish your performance, press the [REC] (Record) button again to stop recording. This exits Recording mode and calls up the display for saving the recorded performance data.

Step 5. If you want to save the recorded performance, press the [>] button while “Save” is highlighted. The Song will be named “USERSONGxxx” and saved in the “User” category.

Step 6. To hear the recorded performance, press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button.

Step 7. To record another Track, enter the Song Recording mode again:

• Press and hold the [REC] (Record) button for a second. The Recording Target Songs will be listed.

• Use the [d] button to select an existing MIDI Song (at the bottom of the list), then press the [>] button.

Step 8. Record your performance to another track by repeating steps 2–6. Select a track with no recorded data and play the keyboard while listening to the already recorded data.

Recording your performance to a Track containing data will overwrite previously recorded data. Rhythm cannot be added to a recorded Song. If you record with both hands to R then to L, both are played back as a single Song. When Dual/Split/Duo is on, only the R1 Voice performance will be recorded to the selected Track, R2 Voice to the Track number 6 plus the selected Track, and L Voice of Split/Duo to the Track number 3 plus the selected Track.

To record a MIDI Song to a USB Flash Drive on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, either overwriting an existing Song or creating a new one, follow these steps:

Step 1. Connect a USB flash drive to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal.

Step 2. Select a MIDI Song as the Recording target, then enter Recording mode:

• If you want to record an additional Track to an already recorded MIDI Song, select the desired MIDI Song in the USB flash drive. Skip this step if recording from scratch.

• Press and hold the [REC] (Record) button for a second to call up the display listing Recording Target Songs.

• From the Recording Target Songs, use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “New Song (USB)” or the MIDI Song selected in the previous step (4th item below), then press the [>] button to enter Recording mode.

Step 3. Execute the Recording operation, then save the recorded performance.

• To record additionally to the currently selected MIDI Song, or to a specified track on a blank MIDI Song, follow steps 2–8 in “MIDI Recording—Independent Tracks.”

• To quick record to a blank MIDI Song, follow steps 3–6 in “Quick MIDI Recording.”

Recording your performance to a Track containing data will overwrite previously recorded data. Before recording, check the remaining memory capacity of the USB flash drive. The time signature and tempo cannot be changed when replacing part of an existing MIDI Song.

To record your performance as audio data to a USB Flash Drive on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Connect a USB flash drive to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal.

Step 2. Press and hold the [REC] (Record) button for a second to call up the display listing Recording Target Songs.

Step 3. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “New Audio (USB),” then press the [>] button.

Step 4. Execute steps 3–6 in “Quick MIDI Recording.” Unlike MIDI Recording, the elapsed time is shown on the display during Audio Recording.

Recording your performance to a Track containing data will overwrite previously recorded data. Before recording, check the remaining memory capacity of the USB flash drive. Distorted sound may be produced if the Voice Volume is set higher than default. Audio signals from the [AUX IN] jack are also recorded. Make sure to set the Voice Volume to the default value or less before recording.

To re-record a specific range of a MIDI Song in parts on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Set the parameters that determine how recording starts and stops:

• Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “Recording” menu display.

• Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “RecStart,” then press the [>] button to select a value. “Normal” starts recording immediately; “KeyOn” starts recording when you press a key.

• Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “RecEnd,” then press the [>] button to select a value. “Replace” erases data after the stop point; “PunchOut” maintains data after the stop point.

Step 2. Press the [SONG/DEMO] button to call up the Song List display.

Step 3. Select the desired MIDI Song.

Step 4. Specify the start point you wish to re-record. Use the [<]/[>] buttons to move the playback position (measure number) to the desired point. Alternatively, press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start playback, then press [PLAY/PAUSE] again slightly prior to the desired point. Select any necessary Voice and other parameters.

Step 5. Press and hold the [REC] (Record) button for a second to call up the display listing Recording Target Songs, then select the 4th item (Song selected in step 3), then press the [>] button to enter the recording mode.

Step 6. Use the [<]/[>] buttons to select a Track for re-recording.

Step 7. Play the keyboard or press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start recording.

Step 8. Press the [REC] (Record) button to stop recording.

Step 9. Save the recorded performance by following step 5 on page 58.

Step 10. To hear the recorded performance, press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button.

The time signature cannot be changed when replacing a part of an existing Song.

To change the tempo of a previously recorded MIDI Song on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Select the MIDI Song you wish to change.

Step 2. Press the [TEMPO] button to call up the Tempo display, then set the desired Tempo.

Step 3. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “Song” menu display. Select “Edit,” then press the [>] button. From the Edit display, select “Tempo Change,” then press the [>] button to call up the Tempo Change display.

Step 4. Apply the selected Tempo value to the current MIDI Song data. Use the [d] button to highlight “Execute,” then press the [>] button to apply the new Tempo value. The display will show “Completed” and then restore the Tempo Change display after a while.

Step 5. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the “Song” menu display.

To change the Voice of a previously recorded MIDI Song on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Select the MIDI Song you wish to change.

Step 2. Select the desired Voice.

Step 3. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “Song” menu display. Select “Edit,” then press the [>] button. From the Edit display, select “Voice Change,” then press the [>] button to call up the Voice Change display.

Step 4. Press the [>] button to call up the setting display, then select the desired Track using the [u]/[d] buttons.

Step 5. Apply the Voice selected in step 2 for the Track selected in step 4 to the current MIDI Song data. Press the [<] button to return to the Voice Change display. Press the [d] button to highlight “Execute,” then press the [>] button to apply the new Voice. The display will show “Completed” and then restore the Voice Change display after a while.

Step 6. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the “Song” menu display.

The “File” menu in the “Song” menu display allows you to apply various operations to Song files (Songs you recorded or commercially available) on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735. To manage Song files, follow these general steps:

Step 1. Connect the appropriate USB flash drive containing the desired files to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal.

Step 2. Select a Song for handling.

Step 3. Call up the File mode:

• Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “Song” menu display.

• Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “File,” then press the [>] button.

• Select the desired operation from “Delete,” “Copy,” “Move,” “MIDI to Audio,” or “Rename.”

Step 4. Execute the selected operation. See specific procedures below:

• Deleting Files – Delete: While “Delete” is highlighted, press the [>] button. Highlight “Execute” using [d], then press [>]. The display returns to the Song List display after deletion.

• Copying Files – Copy: While “Copy” is highlighted, press the [>] button. Highlight “Execute” using [d], then press [>]. The selected Song is copied to the destination with the same name. If a Song with the same name exists, a message will appear; select “Overwrite” or “Cancel.”

• Moving Files – Move: While “Move” is highlighted, press the [>] button. Highlight “Execute” using [d], then press [>]. The selected Song is moved to the destination. If a Song with the same name exists, a message will appear; select “Overwrite” or “Cancel.”

• Convert a MIDI Song to an Audio Song during Playback – MIDI to Audio: While “MIDI to Audio” is highlighted, press the [>] button. Highlight “Execute” using [d], then press [>]. This starts playback and conversion. “Convert completed” is shown, and the display returns to the Song List display. The MIDI Song remains in its original location. To cancel, press [EXIT] during conversion; the Audio Song will not be saved.

• Renaming Files – Rename: While “Rename” is highlighted, press the [>] button. Use [<]/[>] to move cursor, [u]/[d] to change characters. [REC] deletes character. Press [FUNCTION] to finalize. Display returns to Song List display.

Step 5. Press the [EXIT] button once or twice to close the File mode.

Do not disconnect the USB flash drive or turn off power during file handling or when “Executing” is shown, as this may delete data or corrupt the USB drive and instrument.

Song Types and File Operation Limitations:

For MIDI Songs in the “User” category in the instrument, you can copy/move them only to the USER FILES folder on a USB flash drive. For MIDI Songs in a USB flash drive, you can copy/move them to the “User” category in the instrument. Folders cannot be copied. If the USB flash drive device plugged into the instrument contains no USER FILES folder, one will be created automatically when you format or record a Song to that device. The recorded Song will then be saved in that folder.

To connect an audio player (such as a smartphone or portable audio player) to your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Connect the headphone jack of the audio player to the instrument’s [AUX IN] jack using an audio cable with stereo mini phone plugs on both ends.

Audio playback from the connected device will be output from the instrument’s built-in speakers. When the Clavinova’s [AUX IN] jack is connected to an external device, first turn on the power to the external device, then to the Clavinova. Reverse this order when turning the power off. The instrument’s [MASTER VOLUME] setting affects the input signal from the [AUX IN] jack. Use audio cables and adaptor plugs having no (zero) resistance.

To connect your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 to external powered speaker systems for playback, use the AUX OUT [R] [L/L+R] jacks. Follow these steps:

Step 1. Connect the AUX OUT [L/L+R] and [R] jacks on the Clavinova to the input jacks of your powered speaker system using audio cables.

The Clavinova’s [MASTER VOLUME] setting will affect the sound output from the AUX OUT jacks. If you want to turn off the Clavinova’s internal speaker sound when using external speakers, switch the “Speaker” parameter to off via the “System” menu: “Utility” -> “Speaker.”

To avoid possible damage, first turn on the power to the instrument, then to the external device. When turning off the power, first turn off the external device, then the instrument. Do not route the output from the AUX OUT jacks to the [AUX IN] jack, as this can create a feedback loop and damage the equipment. Use audio cables and adaptor plugs having no (zero) resistance.

When connecting USB devices to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, observe the following precautions:

• Compatible USB devices: This terminal supports USB flash drives and USB hubs. Other USB devices like computer keyboards or mice cannot be used. The instrument does not necessarily support all commercially available USB devices. USB devices 2.0 to 3.0 can be used, but 1.1 devices cannot. The amount of time for saving or loading data may differ depending on the device type or status.

• Rating: The USB [TO DEVICE] terminal has a maximum rating of 5V/500mA. Do not connect USB devices with a higher rating, as this can damage the instrument.

• Connecting: Ensure the connector on the device is appropriate and connected in the proper direction.

• Operation: Avoid connecting or disconnecting the USB device during playback/recording and file management operations (Save, Copy, Delete, Format) or when accessing the device. Failure to observe this may result in “freezing” of the instrument’s operation or corruption of the USB device and data. When connecting or disconnecting the USB device, wait a few seconds between operations.

• Number of devices: Only one USB flash drive can be connected at a time. If necessary, use a USB hub, but only one USB hub can be used. If an error message appears with a USB hub, disconnect it, turn the instrument power off and on, then reconnect the hub.

• Formatting: You should format the USB flash drive only with this instrument. A USB flash drive formatted on another device may not operate properly. The format operation overwrites all existing data, so ensure no important data is present.

• Write-protect: To prevent accidental data erasure, apply write-protect if provided with the USB flash drive. Disable it if saving data to the drive.

• Turning off the instrument: When turning off the instrument, ensure it is NOT accessing the USB flash drive (playback/recording or file management). Failure to do so may corrupt the USB flash drive and data.

To connect your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 to a computer using the USB [TO HOST] terminal, you will need a USB cable (AB type, less than 3 meters). USB 3.0 cables cannot be used. Connect the instrument directly to your computer without passing through a USB hub.

This connection allows you to transfer MIDI data or Audio data between the instrument and the computer. When transmitting or receiving audio signals using a computer running Windows, the Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver should be installed on the computer.

By connecting a computer or smart device to the USB [TO HOST] terminal via a USB cable, the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 can transmit and receive digital audio data using its USB Audio Interface function. This offers the following advantages:

• Playing back audio data with high sound quality: Provides direct, clear sound with less noise and deterioration than from the [AUX IN] jack.

• Recording performance as audio data: Allows recording your instrument performance as audio data using recording software or music production software on your computer or smart device.

The instrument will begin transmission a short time after the computer or smart device is connected. Unexpected sounds may occur if you edit MIDI data related to Grand Expression Modeling on a computer. The volume of the audio sound input can be adjusted from a computer or smart device.

The Audio Loopback On/Off function on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 allows you to set whether audio sound input from a connected computer or smart device is output to that device along with the performance played on the instrument. To output the audio input sound, set the Audio Loopback to “On.” For example, if you want to record the audio input sound as well as the sound played on the instrument using the computer or smart device, set this to “On.” If you intend to record only the sound played on the instrument, set this to “Off.”

If you are using a DAW (digital audio workstation) application with this instrument, set the Audio Loopback function to off. Otherwise, a loud sound may occur, depending on the settings of the application software. This function also affects audio input sound when using wireless LAN connection. The playback sound of an Audio Song is also output to a computer or smart device when this is set to “On,” while it is not output when set to “Off.” With Audio Recording, audio input sound from the connected computer or smart device is recorded when this is set to “On,” while the sound is not recorded when this is set to “Off.”

To connect your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 to a smart device using methods other than Bluetooth (as the CLP-735 does not have Bluetooth functionality), you can use a USB wireless LAN adaptor UD-WL01 (sold separately).

To use the “Smart Pianist” app, after downloading it and starting it on your smart device, tap the Menu icon located at the upper left of the “Smart Pianist” screen. Then, tap “Instrument” → “Start Connection Wizard” to begin the connection wizard.

When using the “Smart Pianist” app, you cannot use any buttons on the instrument other than the [EXIT] button. Control the instrument using “Smart Pianist.” Pressing the [EXIT] button on the instrument disconnects the instrument from the “Smart Pianist” app, enabling control of the instrument using its buttons. Activating the “Smart Pianist” app while the instrument is connected to the smart device overwrites the settings on the instrument; save your important setup data as a backup file to a USB flash drive.

To display Wireless LAN networks and connect your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 to a network, ensure a USB wireless LAN adaptor (UD-WL01, sold separately) is connected to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal, then follow these steps:

Step 1. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “System” menu display.

Step 2. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Utility.”

Step 3. Press the [>] button to call up the next display.

Step 4. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Wireless LAN.”

Step 5. Press the [>] button to call up the next display.

Step 6. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Select Network.”

Step 7. Press the [>] button to call up the network list. For networks with a lock icon, you need to enter the proper password.

Step 8. Connect the instrument to the Network:

• Select the desired network, then press the [>] button. The name of the selected network will be fully shown for confirmation.

• Press the [>] button again.

• For a network without a lock icon: Connecting starts automatically.

• For a network with a lock icon: Enter the proper password. Press the [FUNCTION] button to finalize the setting. Connecting starts automatically. When connection is successful, “Completed” is shown, and the display returns to “Select Network.”

Then, connect your smart device to the access point. If no signal is received, the access point cannot be listed. Closed access points also cannot be listed. Do not connect this product to public Wi-Fi and/or Internet directly; only through a router with strong password-protections.

To perform an Automatic Setup by WPS for Wireless LAN on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, ensure the USB wireless LAN adaptor (UD-WL01, sold separately) is connected to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal, then follow these steps:

Step 1. Press the WPS button on the USB wireless LAN adaptor for more than 3 seconds.

Step 2. Press the WPS button on your access point within two minutes.

When connection is successful, “Completed” is shown, and the Voice display will be shown.

Finally, connect your smart device to the access point.

WPS setup is not available while the instrument is playing back or pausing a Song or Demo, or in Song Recording mode. It is also not available when Wireless LAN mode is set to “Accesspoint Mode” in the “System” menu.

To manually set up Wireless LAN on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, ensure the USB wireless LAN adaptor (UD-WL01, sold separately) is connected to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal, then follow these steps:

Step 1. Call up the network list by performing steps 1–2 in the “Displaying the Wireless LAN Networks and connecting to a Network” section (page 81).

Step 2. Select “Other” at the bottom of the network list, then press the [>] button.

Step 3. Set the SSID, Security, and Password to match the settings on the access point:

• Select “SSID” then press the [>] button to call up the display for SSID input. Enter the SSID (refer to page 70 for character input). Press the [FUNCTION] button to finalize the setting. Operation returns to the “Other” display.

• Select “Security” then press the [>] button to call up the Security list. Select the security type, then press the [<] button to return to the “Other” display.

• Select “Password,” then set the password in the same way as SSID. The password cannot be set when you select “none” for the security setting.

Step 4. Select “Connect >” at the bottom of the display shown in step 3, then press the [>] button to start connecting. When connection is successful, “Completed” is shown, and the display returns to the “Select Network” display.

Step 5. Connect the smart device to the access point.

To switch your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 to “Accesspoint Mode” for Wireless LAN, ensure a USB wireless LAN adaptor (UD-WL01, sold separately) is connected to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal, then follow these steps:

Step 1. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “System” menu display.

Step 2. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Utility.”

Step 3. Press the [>] button to call up the next display.

Step 4. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Wireless LAN Option.”

Step 5. Press the [>] button to call up the next display.

Step 6. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Wireless LAN Mode.”

Step 7. Press the [>] button to call up the next display.

Step 8. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Accesspoint Mode.”

When the mode change is successful, “Completed” is shown, and the operation returns to the Wireless LAN Mode display. Note that this mode cannot be used to connect to the internet or another wireless LAN device.

To set the SSID, Security, Password, and Channel in Accesspoint Mode for Wireless LAN on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. From the “System” menu display, select “Utility” > “Wireless LAN Option” > “Wireless LAN Mode” > “Accesspoint Mode” to enter Accesspoint Mode.

Step 2. Set the SSID, Security, Password, and Channel:

• Select and enter each value/setting in the same way as in step 3 in “Manual Setup.”

• For SSID, use up to 32 alphanumeric characters and marks. Default: ap-[CLP-****]-[xxxxxx (MAC address lower 6 figure)].

• For Security, select from None, WEP, WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA-PSK (AES), WPA2-PSK (AES), WPA/WPA2 mixed PSK. Default: WPA2-PSK (AES).

• For Password, use up to 64 alphanumeric characters and marks. Default: 00000000.

• For Channel, select from 1-13 (models for United States and Canada: 1-11; others: 1-13). Default: 11.

Step 3. Save the setting: Select “Save >” at the bottom of the Wireless LAN display, then press the [>] button to start saving. When saving is successful, “Completed” is shown, and operation returns to the Utility display.

Step 4. Connect the smart device to the instrument (as an access point).

The Voice Menu on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 allows you to edit or set various parameters related to keyboard performance and Voice parameters. To call up the desired parameter, first turn on Dual, Split, or Duo mode if necessary, select Voices as necessary, then press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select the “Voice” menu. Use the [u]/[d]/[<]/[>] buttons to select the desired parameter.

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 offers the following pedal functions:

The Song Menu on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 allows you to set various parameters related to Song playback and edit the Song data. To call up the desired parameter, select a Song, then press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select “Song” menu. Use the [u]/[d]/[<]/[>] buttons to select the desired parameter.

The Quantize function on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 allows you to align notes to the correct timing. The available settings are:

The three Quantize settings marked with asterisks (*) are convenient for quantizing two different note values simultaneously, e.g., straight eighth notes and eighth note triplets. If you quantize by straight eighth notes, all notes are quantized to straight eighths, eliminating any triplet feel. With the eighth note + eighth note triplet setting, both straight and triplet notes are quantized correctly.

Strength Setting Range:

This setting determines how strongly the notes will be quantized. The range is from 0% to 100%. A strength of 100% aligns notes perfectly to the grid, while 50% provides a looser, more natural feel.

The Metronome/Rhythm Menu on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 allows you to set the volume and tempo indication format of the Metronome or Rhythm, set the bell sound, and adjust parameters related to Rhythm playback variation. To call up the desired parameter, press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select the “Metronome/Rhythm” menu, then use the [u]/[d] buttons to select the desired parameter.

The Recording Menu on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 allows you to make detailed settings related to MIDI Recording. These settings will not affect Audio Recording. To call up the desired parameter, press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select the “Recording” menu, then use the [u]/[d] buttons to select the desired parameter.

The System Menu on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 allows you to make overall settings applied to the entire instrument. To call up the desired parameter, press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select the “System” menu, then use the [u]/[d]/[<]/[>] buttons to select the desired parameter.

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 offers the following Scale Tune (Temperament) settings:

The Backup Setting on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735 determines whether certain settings are maintained when the power is turned off. These settings are divided into “Voice” and “Other” groups, which can be set individually. Data and settings maintained even when the power is turned off include User MIDI Song, System menu Keyboard (Duo Type only), and Utility (Backup Setting).

To set the Backup settings, follow these steps:

Step 1. Press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select the “System” menu.

Step 2. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Backup,” then press the [>] button to call up the next display. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Backup Setting.”

Step 3. Use the [>] button then the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Voice,” then press the [>] button to select “On” or “Off.”

The “Voice” group contains the following settings:

• Voice selection for R1, R2 and L

• All parameters other than Transpose in the “Voice” menu

Step 4. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Other,” then press the [>] button to select “On” or “Off.”

The “Other” group contains the following settings:

• In the “Song” menu: Song Repeat, Volume (Song-Keyboard), Audio Volume, Quick Play, Play Track

• In the “Metronome/Rhythm” menu: Volume, BPM, Bell On/Off, Intro, Ending, Bass

• In the “System” menu: Tuning, Keyboard (except “Duo” and “Duo Type”), Pedal, Sound, MIDI

Step 5. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the “System” menu display.

To save internal data to a Backup file (named “clp-***.bup”) on a connected USB flash drive for your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Connect a USB flash drive to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal.

Step 2. Press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select the “System” menu.

Step 3. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Backup,” then press the [>] button to call up the next display. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Backup.”

Step 4. Use the [>] button to call up the next display, then use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Execute.”

Step 5. Press the [>] button to execute the Backup operation. This operation may take 1–2 minutes; do not turn off the power. If a backup file with the same name already exists on the USB flash drive, it will be overwritten.

Step 6. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the “System” menu display.

To load a Backup file (clp-***.bup) from a USB flash drive to restore settings on your YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-735, follow these steps:

Step 1. Connect the USB flash drive containing the Backup file to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal.

Step 2. Press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select the “System” menu.

Step 3. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Backup,” then press the [>] button to call up the next display. Use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Restore.”

Step 4. Use the [>] button to call up the next display, then use the [u]/[d] buttons to select “Execute.”

Step 5. Press the [>] button to execute the Restore operation. A message indicating completion appears, then the instrument will restart after a while.

This operation may take 1–2 minutes; do not turn off the power. If recorded Songs reside in “User” memory, move them to the USB flash drive before executing this operation, otherwise they will be deleted.