YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 (01) PDF Document

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 apparatus to rain or moisture.

When using the AC adaptor for the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, please be aware of the following warnings:

This AC adaptor is designed for use with only Yamaha electronic instruments. Do not use for any other purpose.

Indoor use only. Do not use in any wet environments.

When setting up the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, make sure that the AC outlet is easily accessible. If some trouble or malfunction occurs, immediately turn off the power switch of the instrument and disconnect the AC adaptor from the outlet. When the AC adaptor is connected to the AC outlet, keep in mind that electricity is flowing at the minimum level, even if the power switch is turned off. When you are not using the instrument for a long time, make sure to unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.

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:

Do not place the power cord near heat sources such as heaters or radiators. Also, do not excessively bend or otherwise damage the cord, or place heavy objects on it.

Only use the voltage specified as correct for the instrument. The required voltage is printed on the name plate of the instrument.

Use the specified adaptor only. Using the wrong adaptor can result in damage to the instrument or overheating.

Use only the supplied power cord/plug.

Check the electric plug periodically and remove any dirt or dust which may have accumulated on it.

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not open the instrument or attempt to disassemble or modify the internal components in any way. If it should appear to be malfunctioning, discontinue use immediately and have it inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.

Do not expose the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 to rain, use it near water or in damp or wet conditions, or place on it any containers (such as vases, bottles or glasses) containing liquids which might spill into any openings. If any liquid such as water seeps into the instrument, turn off the power immediately and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. Then have the instrument inspected by qualified Yamaha service personnel.

Never insert or remove an electric plug with wet hands.

Do not put burning items, such as candles, on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 unit. A burning item may fall over and cause a fire.

If Bluetooth functionality is included in the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, radio waves may affect electro-medical devices.

Do not use this product near medical devices or inside areas in which the use of radio waves is restricted.

Do not use this product within 15cm (6 in.) of persons with a heart pacemaker or defibrillator implant.

When using the bench with the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, please observe the following cautions:

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, in order to prevent the possibility of accident or injury.

If the bench screws become loose due to extensive long-term use, tighten them periodically using the specified tool in order to prevent the possibility of accident or injury.

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

If one of the following problems occur with the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, 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.

When connecting the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 to other devices or power, please observe the following precautions:

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.

When setting up the product, make sure that 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. When you are not using the instrument for a long time, make sure to unplug the power cord from the wall AC outlet.

Assemble the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 in the proper sequence by following the assembly instructions in this manual. Also, make sure to tighten the screws regularly. Failure to do so might result in damage to the instrument or even injury.

Do not place the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 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 YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, 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 YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, remove all connected cables, to prevent damage to the cables or injury to anyone who might trip over them.

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 apply excessive force when closing the key cover of the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785. A key cover equipped with the SOFT-CLOSE™ mechanism closes the cover slowly. Applying excessive force to the key cover when closing it could damage the SOFT-CLOSE™ mechanism, and possibly result in injury to your hands and fingers caught under the closing key cover.

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.

Always turn the power off when the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 instrument is not in use. Even when the [ ] (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 connect the plugs of the AC adaptor to the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor.

2. Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN jack on the instrument.

3. Insert the AC plug into the AC outlet.

To open the key cover of the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

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

2. Fold down the top of the key cover.

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

To turn on the power of the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, first turn down the [MASTER VOLUME] slider at the right of the keyboard to “MIN.” Then, press the [ ] (Standby/On) switch at the right of the keyboard. The display located at the left of the keyboard and the power lamp on the [ ] (Standby/On) switch will both light up.

While playing the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 keyboard, adjust the volume level by using the [MASTER VOLUME] slider. Refer to the “Setting the Volume” section for details.

After you use the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 instrument, press and hold the [ ] (Standby/On) switch for a second to turn the power off. The power lamp on the [ ] (Standby/On) switch will turn off.

To close the key cover of the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

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

2. 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.

To disable the Auto Power Off function on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 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 and Auto Power Off will be disabled.

To unfold the music rest on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

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

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

To fold the music rest on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

1. Fold the music braces if they are unfolded.

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

To raise the music rest on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

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

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

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 on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, close the Music braces if they are open, and then lower the music rest by following the instructions below:

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

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

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

To open the lid of the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

1. Raise and hold the right side of the lid (viewed from the keyboard end of the instrument).

2. Raise the lid stay and carefully lower the lid so that the end of the stay fits into the recess in the lid.

For the longer stay, use the inner recess, and for the shorter stay, use the outer recess to support the lid.

To close the lid of the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

1. Hold the lid stay and carefully raise the lid.

2. Hold the lid in its raised position and lower the lid stay.

3. Carefully lower the lid.

To adjust the overall volume of the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, use the [MASTER VOLUME] slider located at the right of the keyboard. Play the keyboard to actually produce sound while you adjust the volume.

To use headphones with the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, connect a pair of headphones to one of the [PHONES] jacks. When the headphones are plugged into either of the [PHONES] jacks, the internal speaker system is automatically shut off. Two [PHONES] jacks are provided, so two sets of standard stereo headphones can be plugged in.

The Binaural Sampling and Stereophonic Optimizer functions on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 are turned on by default when headphones are connected. However, when the “Speaker” setting (page 100) is On, this function will always be disabled. Since these sounds are optimized for listening with headphones, it is recommended to set this function to “OFF” in the following situations:

Playing the piano sound of this instrument with an external powered speaker system, while monitoring the sound output from this instrument on connected headphones.

Making an audio recording while using headphones, and then playing that recorded audio Song through speakers of this instrument. (Make sure to turn off these functions before audio recording.)

For details on setting this On or Off, refer to “Binaural” on page 99.

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 is equipped with three foot pedals:

Damper pedal (right): When pressed, notes you play have a longer sustain. When a Voice in the Piano group is selected, pressing the damper pedal activates VRM (page 28) to recreate the unique resonance of an acoustic grand piano’s soundboard and strings.

Sostenuto pedal (center): If you play a note or chord on the keyboard and press this pedal while holding the note(s), the notes will sustain as long as the pedal is held. All subsequent notes will not sustain.

Soft pedal (left): Reduces the volume and slightly changes the timbre of notes played while the pedal is pressed. This pedal does not affect notes that are already playing when it is pressed. To apply this effect, play notes after pressing the pedal. This pedal’s function may change depending on the selected Voice (e.g., “Rotary Speed” for Mellow Organ, “VibeRotor” for Vibraphone).

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 also has a Half-pedal function for delicate control of damper muting. The damper pedal of the CLP-785 is the GP Response Damper Pedal, designed for enhanced tactile response, making it easier to physically experience the half-pedal point. You can adjust the half-pedal point for the desired setting.

To perform common operations in the menu displays on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

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

2. Use the [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] buttons to select the desired parameter.

3. In the display called up in step 2, use the [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] buttons to select a value or execute the operation. Most displays allow you to select a value by simply using the [ ]/[ ] buttons. If a pop-up window is shown, set the value with the [ ]/[ ] buttons, then exit from the window using the [EXIT] button. If the selected parameter provides only two options (on and off, for example), simply pressing the [ ] button will alternate the value between the two options.

4. To exit from the menu display, press the [EXIT] button.

To select two Grand Piano Voices directly from the panel on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

1. Press the [CFX GRAND] button or the [BÖSENDORFER] button to select the piano type. The Voice will be called up from the selected Voice button and its name will appear on the Voice display.

2. Play the Keyboard.

To select other piano Voices than “CFX Grand” and “Bösendorfer”, press the [ ]/[ ] buttons or the [VOICE] button.

To customize the sound and touch response of Piano Voices in the Piano Room on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

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

2. Press the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select items.

3. Press the [ ]/[ ] buttons to change the settings.

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

You can adjust various parameters such as Lid Position, Brightness, Touch, Reverb, Reverb Depth, Master Tune, VRM, Damper Resonance, Damper Noise, String Resonance, Duplex Scale Resonance, Body Resonance, Grand Expression, and Half Pedal Point.

To select different musical instrument sounds (Voices) on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

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

2. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select the Voice group. Highlight the Voice group name you want to use.

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

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

5. Play the keyboard.

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

To listen to the Voice Demos on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

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

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

3. Use the [ ]/[ ] 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 in the display.

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

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

To select other Demos, press the [ ] button to return to the Song list display, then repeat steps 3 to 4.

To adjust the brightness of the sound or create your own custom EQ settings on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

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

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

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

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

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

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

To reset to the default setting, hold down the [FUNCTION] button on the CLP-785, or press the [ ]/[ ] buttons simultaneously.

To set the User EQ (Equalizer) on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

1. Select “User” in the “Brilliance” display, and then press the [ ] button. A display in which you can set the gain for three frequency bands appears.

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

To reset the gain for each frequency band to the default value, hold down the [FUNCTION] button on the CLP-785, or press the [ ]/[ ] buttons simultaneously.

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

To play two Voices simultaneously (Dual mode) on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

1. Press the [DUAL/SPLIT] button once to enter the Dual mode. The color of the [DUAL/SPLIT] button changes to orange (CLP-785) or the button lamp lights up.

2. Select the Voices for layering:

2-1. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to highlight Voice 1 in the display.

2-2. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons or the [VOICE] button to select the desired Voice. If using the [VOICE] button, press the [ ] button to select a Voice, and then return to the previous display. Repeat for Voice 2.

3. Play the keyboard.

4. Press the [DUAL/SPLIT] button to exit from the Dual mode. The color of the [DUAL/SPLIT] button returns to white (CLP-785) or the button lamp goes out.

To split the keyboard range and play two different Voices (Split mode) on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

1. Press the [DUAL/SPLIT] button twice to enter the Split mode. The color of the [DUAL/SPLIT] button changes to orange (CLP-785) or the button lamp lights up. Voice R is displayed at the top, and Voice L at the bottom.

2. Select a Voice for the right-hand area and left-hand area:

2-1. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to highlight Voice R in the display.

2-2. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons or the [VOICE] button to select the desired Voice. If using the [VOICE] button, press the [ ] button to select a Voice, and then return to the previous display. Repeat for Voice L.

3. Play the keyboard.

To change the Split Point (the border between the right- and left-hand ranges), hold down the [DUAL/SPLIT] button and press the key you wish to assign as the Split Point.

4. Press the [DUAL/SPLIT] button to exit from the Split mode. The color of the [DUAL/SPLIT] button returns to white (CLP-785) or the button lamp turns off.

To use Dual and Split modes simultaneously on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

1. Press the [DUAL/SPLIT] button three times to turn the Dual and Split modes on. The color of the [DUAL/SPLIT] button changes to orange (CLP-785) or the button lamp lights up. Voice R1, Voice R2, and Voice L are displayed.

2. Select the Voices for layering and for the left-hand area:

2-1. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to highlight Voice R1 in the display.

2-2. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons or the [VOICE] button to select the desired Voice. If using the [VOICE] button, press the [ ] button to select a Voice, and then return to the previous display. Repeat for Voice R2 and Voice L.

3. Play the keyboard.

4. Press the [DUAL/SPLIT] button to exit from the Dual and Split mode. The color of the [DUAL/SPLIT] button returns to white (CLP-785) or the button lamp turns off.

To play in Duo mode on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

1. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “System” menu display, and then select “Keyboard” then “Duo” then “On.” The color of the [DUAL/SPLIT] button changes to orange (CLP-785) or the button lamp lights up.

2. Press the [EXIT] button to exit from the menu display. “[Duo]” is shown in the Voice display while Duo mode is on.

3. 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.

4. Press the [DUAL/SPLIT] button to exit from the Duo mode. The color of the [DUAL/SPLIT] button returns to white (CLP-785) or the button lamp turns off.

Alternatively, you can exit Duo mode by pressing any of the [CFX GRAND], [BÖSENDORFER], [PIANO ROOM] buttons, or by repeating the procedure from step 1 to set it to “Off.”

To start the metronome on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, press the [METRONOME] button. This calls up the Tempo display, from which you can adjust the tempo.

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

To adjust the tempo of the metronome on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

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

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

To reset the tempo to the default setting, hold down the [FUNCTION] button (CLP-785).

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

To set the metronome time signature on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

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

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

3. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select the desired time signature from the setting range: 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.

4. Turn the “Bell” setting on to hear a bell sound on the first beat of each measure. For details, refer to “Bell” in the Metronome/Rhythm menu.

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

To play the keyboard along with Rhythm Playback on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

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

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

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.”

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

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

To play back Songs on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

1. If you want to play back a Song in a USB flash drive, connect the USB flash drive containing Song data to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal beforehand. Audio files to be played must be on a USB flash drive.

2. Press the [SONG/DEMO] button to call up the Song List display, then select the desired category (Demo, 50 Classical, Lesson, User, or USB) using [ ]/[ ] buttons.

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

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

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

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.

To rewind or fast forward through a Song on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, 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.

To return to the top of the Song, hold down the [FUNCTION] button (CLP-785).

To adjust the playback tempo of a Song on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

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.

2. Change the Tempo value using the [ ]/[ ] buttons. To recall the original tempo, hold down the [FUNCTION] button (CLP-785).

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

To practice a one-hand part using the Part Cancel function for MIDI Songs on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

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

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

Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “Song” menu display, then select “L/R”, and press the [ ] button to call up the next display.

In the “L/R” display, select the part (track) you want to mute for practicing. Select “R” for practicing the right-hand part, or “L” for the left-hand part.

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

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

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

To play back a Song repeatedly on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

1. Select a Song to be played back.

2. Call up the Repeat display: Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “Song” menu display. Select “Repeat,” then press the [ ] button.

3. In the Repeat display, select a desired item (“A – B” for AB Repeat or “Song” for Song Repeat) using the [ ]/[ ] buttons, then press the [ ] button.

For AB Repeat (specifying a range within the Song):

4-1. Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start Song playback.

4-2. Press the [ ] button at the starting point (A) of the range to be repeated.

4-3. Press the [ ] button again at the ending point (B). The range from Point A to Point B is played back repeatedly.

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

For Song Repeat (playing a Song repeatedly or all Songs in a folder repeatedly in order or random order):

4-1. Select the desired Repeat type (Off, Single, All, Random) using the [ ]/[ ] buttons in the setting display.

4-2. Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start Repeat playback.

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

When a MIDI Song is selected on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, you can adjust the Volume balance between the Song playback and the sound you are playing on the keyboard, or between the Right and Left parts of the selected Song. When an Audio Song is selected, you can adjust the Audio Song volume.

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

2. When a MIDI Song is selected, select “Song – Keyboard” or “Song L – R” using the [ ]/[ ] 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. After setting the value, go on to step 4.

3. Adjust the Volume balance by using the [ ]/[ ] buttons. For “Song – Keyboard”, the volume of your playing or the Song playback volume will be lower. For “Song L – R”, the R part volume or L part volume will be lower.

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

You can assign the Song Play/Pause function (the same function as the [PLAY/PAUSE] button on the control panel) to the center or the left pedal of the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “System” menu display, and then select “Pedal” “Play/Pause” to make the assignment.

You can shift the pitch of Song playback up or down in semitone intervals on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “Song” menu display “Transpose.” Refer to page 92 for details.

To perform a Quick MIDI Recording on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, which is the quickest way to start recording, follow these steps:

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 as desired.

2. Press the [REC] (Record) button to enter the 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.

3. Play the keyboard (or press [PLAY/PAUSE]) to start recording. When you wish to record an empty section at the start of the Song, press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start recording.

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

5. If you want to save the recorded performance, press the [ ] button to execute the Save operation while “Save” is highlighted. After saving, the display shows “Save Completed” then returns to the Song display. The recorded Song will be named “USERSONGxxx” (xxx: number) and saved in the “User” category.

If you are not satisfied, highlight “Retry” then press the [ ] button to record again from step 3. If you do not want to save, highlight “Cancel” then press the [ ] button.

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

To perform MIDI Recording with Independent Tracks on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, allowing you to record up to 16 tracks, follow these steps:

1. Execute the same operations as in steps 1 and 2 of Quick MIDI Recording (page 55) to enter the Recording mode with a new blank Song selected.

2. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select a Recording Track. Highlight “R” for the right-hand part (Track 1) or “L” for the left-hand part (Track 2). For Tracks 3–16, press [ ]/[ ] repeatedly. The track data status indicates if a track contains data or not.

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

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.

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

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

7. To record another Track, enter the Song Recording mode again. Press and hold the [REC] button for a second to list Recording Target Songs. Select existing MIDI Song (at the bottom of the list), then press [ ] button.

8. Record your performance to another track by repeating steps 2–6 of this section. In step 2, select a track which has no recorded data. In step 3, play the keyboard while listening to the already recorded data.

To perform MIDI Recording to a USB Flash Drive on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, whether to overwrite an existing MIDI Song or create a new one, follow these steps:

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

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

2-1. If you want to record an additional Track to an already recorded MIDI Song, select the desired MIDI Song in the USB flash drive. If you want to record from scratch, skip this step.

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

2-3. From the Recording Target Songs, select “New Song (USB)” or the MIDI Song selected in step 2-1 (4th item below) using the [ ]/[ ] buttons, then press the [ ] button to enter the Recording mode.

3. Execute the Recording operation, then save the recorded performance by following steps 2–8 in “MIDI Recording Independent Tracks” on page 57 (if recording additionally or to a specified track) or steps 3–6 in “Quick MIDI Recording” on page 55 (if quick recording to a blank MIDI Song).

To record your performance as audio data to a USB flash drive on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

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

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

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

4. Execute steps 3–6 in “Quick MIDI Recording” (page 55). Unlike MIDI Recording, the elapsed time is shown on the display while Audio Recording is being executed.

To re-record a specific range of a MIDI Song on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

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

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

1-2. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “RecStart,” then select the value (Normal or KeyOn) which determines how recording starts by using the [ ] button.

1-3. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “RecEnd,” then select the value (Replace or PunchOut) which determines how recording stops by using the [ ] button.

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

3. Select the desired MIDI Song.

4. Specify the start point you wish to re-record. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to move the playback position (measure number) to the desired point. Alternately, press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to start playback, then press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button again slightly prior to the desired point. If necessary, select the settings (Voice and other parameters) you wish to change.

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

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

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

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

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

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

To change the tempo of a previously recorded MIDI Song on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

1. Select the MIDI Song you wish to change.

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

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

4. Apply the selected Tempo value to the current MIDI Song data. Press the [ ] button to highlight “Execute,” then press the [ ] button to apply the new Tempo value to the current MIDI Song data.

When this operation is completed, “Completed” is shown on the display, and the Tempo Change display will be restored after a while.

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

To change the Voice of a previously recorded MIDI Song on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

1. Select the MIDI Song you wish to change.

2. Select the desired Voice.

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

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

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 [ ] button to highlight “Execute,” then press the [ ] button to apply the new Voice to the current MIDI Song data.

When this operation is completed, “Completed” is shown on the display, and the Voice Change display will be restored after a while.

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

The “File” menu in the “Song” menu display enables you to apply various operations to Song files on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785. To perform these operations, follow these basic steps:

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

2. Select a Song for handling.

3. Call up the File mode:

3-1. Press the [FUNCTION] button repeatedly to call up the “Song” menu display. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “File” then press the [ ] button.

3-2. Select the desired operation from “Delete,” “Copy,” “Move,” “MIDI to Audio” or “Rename.”

From here, if you wish to close the File mode, press the [EXIT] button once or twice.

4. Execute the selected operation. For specific instructions on each operation, refer to the corresponding sections.

5. Press the [EXIT] button to close the File mode.

To delete a Song file on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

1. Follow steps 1-3 from “How do I handle Song files (Delete, Copy, Move, Convert MIDI to Audio, Rename) on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785?” to reach the File mode and select “Delete”.

2. While “Delete” is highlighted, press the [ ] button to call up the setting display.

3. Highlight “Execute” by pressing the [ ] button, and then press the [ ] button.

After the Song is deleted, the display returns to the Song List display.

To copy a Song file on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

1. Follow steps 1-3 from “How do I handle Song files (Delete, Copy, Move, Convert MIDI to Audio, Rename) on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785?” to reach the File mode and select “Copy”.

2. While “Copy” is highlighted, press the [ ] button to call up the setting display. The copy destination (USB or User) will be shown.

3. Highlight “Execute” by pressing the [ ] button, then press the [ ] button.

The selected Song will be copied to the destination with the same name as the copy source file.

To move a Song file on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

1. Follow steps 1-3 from “How do I handle Song files (Delete, Copy, Move, Convert MIDI to Audio, Rename) on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785?” to reach the File mode and select “Move”.

2. While “Move” is highlighted, press the [ ] button to call up the setting display. The move destination (USB or User) will be shown.

3. Highlight “Execute” by pressing the [ ] button, then press the [ ] button.

The selected Song will be moved to the destination and the display returns to the Song list display.

To convert a MIDI Song to an Audio Song on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

1. Follow steps 1-3 from “How do I handle Song files (Delete, Copy, Move, Convert MIDI to Audio, Rename) on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785?” to reach the File mode and select “MIDI to Audio”.

2. While “MIDI to Audio” is highlighted, press the [ ] button to call up the setting display.

3. Highlight “Execute” by pressing the [ ] button, then press the [ ] button.

This operation starts playback and conversion from MIDI to Audio. After conversion, a “Convert completed” message will be shown and the display returns to the Song List display.

To rename a Song file on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

1. Follow steps 1-3 from “How do I handle Song files (Delete, Copy, Move, Convert MIDI to Audio, Rename) on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785?” to reach the File mode and select “Rename”.

2. While “Rename” is highlighted, press the [ ] button to call up the setting display.

3. Assign a name to the Song. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to move the cursor highlight (underline). Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to change the character at the current cursor position. Pressing the [REC] button will delete the character at the current cursor position. A Song name can contain up to 46 characters.

4. Press the [FUNCTION] button. After the Song is renamed, the display returns to the Song List display where the renamed Song can be selected.

You can connect the headphone jack of an audio player, such as a smartphone or portable audio player, to the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785’s [AUX IN] jack. Audio playback on the connected device is output from the built-in speakers of this instrument.

Use a stereo mini phone plug cable to connect the headphone jack of the portable audio player to the [AUX IN] jack of the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785.

To use an external speaker system with the AUX OUT [L/L+R]/[R] jacks on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

Connect the AUX OUT [L/L+R] and [R] jacks of the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 to the input jacks of your powered speaker system using audio cables with standard phone plugs.

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785’s [MASTER VOLUME] setting will affect the output sound. If you want to turn off the speaker sound of the Clavinova while connected to an external speaker, switch the “speaker” parameter to off via the “System” menu: “Utility” “Speaker” (page 100).

When connecting USB devices to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal of the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these precautions:

Make sure that the connector on the device is appropriate and that it is connected in the proper direction.

Avoid connecting or disconnecting the USB device during playback/recording and file management operations (such as Save, Copy, Delete and Format), or when accessing the USB device. Failure to observe this may result in “freezing” of the operation of the instrument or corruption of the USB device and the data.

When connecting then disconnecting the USB device (and vice versa), make sure to wait a few seconds between the two operations.

You should format the USB flash drive only with the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785. A USB flash drive formatted on another device may not operate properly.

To format, call up the “System” menu, then “Utility” “USB Format”.

Move the highlight to “Execute,” then press the [ ] button to start the Format operation. After Formatting is completed, a message appears then the instrument returns to the Utility display after a while.

To connect the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 to a computer via the USB [TO HOST] terminal, use an AB type USB cable of less than 3 meters. USB 3.0 cables cannot be used.

When using a USB cable, connect the instrument directly to your computer without passing through a USB hub.

The instrument will begin transmission a short time after the computer is connected.

To enable or disable Audio Loopback on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, which allows you to set whether audio sound input from a connected computer or smart device is output to the computer or smart device along with your performance, follow these steps:

Set Audio Loopback to “On” if you want to record the audio input sound as well as the sound played on the instrument by using the computer or smart device.

Set Audio Loopback to “Off” if you intend to record only the sound played on the instrument.

For details on the settings, refer to “Audio Loopback” on page 101 in the System menu.

To listen to audio data from a smart device through the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 using Bluetooth Audio Function, follow these steps:

1. Hold down the [ ] (Bluetooth) button for 3 seconds. A pop-up window will appear indicating that the instrument is standing by for pairing.

2. On the smart device, set the Bluetooth function to on and select “CLP-xxx AUDIO” from the connection list. After pairing is completed, the connection status will be shown on the instrument’s display.

3. Play back audio data on the smart device to confirm that the built-in speakers of the instrument can output the audio sound.

To cancel the pairing, press the [EXIT] button.

To switch the Bluetooth function On or Off on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

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

2. In the “System” menu display, use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Bluetooth”.

3. Press the [ ] button to call up the “Bluetooth” display. Confirm that “Bluetooth” is selected.

4. Press the [ ] button to switch the Bluetooth function On or Off.

5. To exit from the “System” menu display, press the [EXIT] button.

To use the “Smart Pianist” app with the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, connect your smart device to the instrument via Bluetooth or other methods. After downloading the “Smart Pianist” app to your smart device and starting it, tap ” ” (Menu) located at the upper left on the “Smart Pianist” screen to open the Menu, and then tap “Instrument” “Start Connection Wizard” to start the connection wizard.

Select “CLP-XXX (model name) MIDI” as the Bluetooth device to pair with. The devices will be able to transmit and receive MIDI data when they are connected.

To connect the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 to a Wireless LAN Network, make sure to connect the USB wireless LAN adaptor (sold separately) to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal. Then follow these steps:

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

2. In the “System” menu display, use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Utility”.

3. Press the [ ] button to call up the “Utility” display. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Wireless LAN”.

4. Press the [ ] button to call up the “Wireless LAN” display. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Select Network”.

5. Press the [ ] button to call up the network list.

6. Select the desired network, then press the [ ] button.

7. If it’s a network without a lock icon, connection starts automatically.

8. If it’s a network with a lock icon, you need to enter the proper password. After entering the password, press the [FUNCTION] button to finalize the setting. Connection starts automatically.

When connection is done successfully, “Completed” is shown and returns to the “Select Network” display.

To set up the Wireless LAN on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 using WPS (Automatic Setup), make sure the USB wireless LAN adaptor (sold separately) is connected to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal. Then follow these steps:

1. Call up the Wireless LAN display by following steps 1-4 from “How do I connect the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 to a Wireless LAN Network?”.

2. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “WPS”.

3. Press the [ ] button to call up the “WPS” display. Press the WPS button on the USB wireless LAN adaptor more than 3 seconds, and press the WPS button on your access point within two minutes.

When connection is done successfully, “Completed” is shown in the display, and the Voice display will be shown.

To set up the Wireless LAN on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 using Manual Setup, make sure the USB wireless LAN adaptor (sold separately) is connected to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal. Then follow these steps:

1. To call up the network list, perform steps 1–2 from “How do I connect the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 to a Wireless LAN Network?” (page 81).

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

3. Set the SSID, Security and Password to the same as the settings on the access point:

3-1. Select “SSID” then press the [ ] button to call up the display for SSID input, then enter the SSID. Press the [FUNCTION] button to finalize the setting. Operation returns to the “Other” display.

3-2. Select “Security” then press the [ ] button to call up the Security list. Select the security then return to the “Other” display by pressing the [ ] button.

3-3. Select “Password,” then set the password in the same way as SSID.

4. Select “Connect >” at the bottom of the display shown in step 3, then press the [ ] button to start connecting.

When connection is done successfully, “Completed” is shown in the display, and returns to the “Select Network” display.

To switch the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 to “Accesspoint Mode” for Wireless LAN, make sure the USB wireless LAN adaptor (sold separately) is connected to the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal. Then follow these steps:

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

2. In the “System” menu display, use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Utility”.

3. Press the [ ] button to call up the “Utility” display. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Wireless LAN Option”.

4. Press the [ ] button to call up the “Wireless LAN Option” display. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Wireless LAN Mode”.

5. Press the [ ] button to call up the “Wireless LAN Mode” display. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Accesspoint Mode”.

When mode change is done successfully, “Completed” is shown in the display, and operation returns to the Wireless LAN Mode display.

To set the SSID, Security, Password and Channel in “Accesspoint Mode” on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

1. From the “System” menu display, select “Utility” “Wireless LAN Option” “Wireless LAN Mode” and choose “Accesspoint Mode” (as described on pages 84-85).

2. After switching to Accesspoint Mode, you can set the SSID, Security, Password and Channel from the Wireless LAN display by selecting each item and entering/selecting the desired value.

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

To make detailed settings in the Voice Menu of the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, follow these steps:

Turn on Dual, Split or Duo as necessary, select Voices as necessary, press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select “Voice” menu, then use the [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] buttons to select the desired parameter.

The Voice Menu allows you to edit or set various parameters related to keyboard performance, such as Voice parameters. Parameters include Transpose, Lid Position, VRM, Damper Resonance, Damper Noise, String Resonance, Duplex Scale Resonance, Body Resonance, Grand Expression, Reverb, Chorus, Effect, Rotary Speed, VibeRotor, VibeRotor Speed, Effect Depth, Pan, Harmonic Content, Brightness, Touch Sens., RPedal, CPedal, LPedal, Pedal Assign, and Volume Balance (R2-R1, L-R).

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 offers the following 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 the 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-785 offers the following 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-785 offers the following 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.

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 allows the following functions to be assigned to its Left, Center, Right, and AUX PEDAL (CLP-785) jacks:

Sustain (Switch): On/off switch type damper (assignable to Left, Center, Right, AUX)

Sustain Continuously: Damper that sustains the sound proportionately to how deeply you press the pedal (assignable to Right only)

Sostenuto: Sostenuto (assignable to Left, Center, Right, AUX)

Soft: Soft (assignable to Left, Center, Right, AUX)

Expression*: A function that lets you create changes in dynamics (volume) as you play (assignable to AUX only)

PitchBend Up*: A function that smoothly raises the pitch (assignable to Right, AUX only)

PitchBend Down*: A function that smoothly lowers the pitch (assignable to Right, AUX only)

Rotary Speed: Changes the rotational speed of the MellowOrgan rotary speaker (switches between fast and slow each time you press the pedal) (assignable to Left, Center, Right, AUX)

VibeRotor: Switches the vibraphone vibrato on/off (switches on/off each time you press the pedal) (assignable to Left, Center, Right, AUX)

(* Functions marked with an asterisk should use a Foot Controller when assigned to the AUX PEDAL jack; for other functions, a Footswitch should be used.)

To configure settings in the Song Menu of the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, select a Song as necessary, press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select “Song” menu, then use the [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] buttons to select the desired parameter.

The Song Menu allows you to set various parameters related to Song playback and edit the Song data. Parameters include:

L/R*: Turns on (Play) or off (Mute) each of the Song tracks.

Repeat: A – B* (Plays a specified range repeatedly), Phrase* (Plays a specified phrase repeatedly), Song (Plays a specific Song or Songs in order/random repeatedly).

Volume: Song – Keyboard* (Adjusts volume balance between Song playback and keyboard performance), Song L – R* (Adjusts volume balance between right-hand and left-hand parts of Song playback), Audio volume** (Adjusts the Audio volume).

Transpose: Shifts the pitch of Song playback up or down in semitone intervals.

File: Delete, Copy*, Move*, MIDI to Audio*, Rename (for managing Song files).

Edit*: Quantize (Aligns notes to correct timing), Track Delete (Deletes specific track data), Tempo Change (Changes tempo value as data), Voice Change (Changes Voice of specific track as data).

Others*: Quick Play (Specifies whether Song starts from middle of bar or first note), Track Listen (Plays back selected Track’s contents), Play Track (Specifies tracks for playback).

(* indicates parameters available only when MIDI Song is selected, ** indicates parameters available only when Audio Song is selected.)

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 offers the following Quantize setting ranges:

1/4: quarter note

1/6: quarter note triplet

1/8: eighth note

1/12: eighth note triplet

1/16: sixteenth note

1/24: sixteenth note triplet

1/32: thirty-second note

1/8+1/12*: eighth note + eighth note triplet

1/16+1/12*: sixteenth note + eighth note triplet

1/16+1/24*: sixteenth note + sixteenth triplet

(* The three Quantize settings marked with asterisks allow you to quantize two different note values at the same time.)

To configure settings in the Metronome/Rhythm Menu of the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select “Metronome/Rhythm” menu, then use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select the desired parameter.

The Metronome/Rhythm Menu allows you to set the volume and tempo indication format of the Metronome or Rhythm, and adjust parameters related to Rhythm playback variation. Parameters include:

Time Signature: Determines the time signature of the metronome (Default: 4/4, Setting range: 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).

Volume: Determines the volume of the Metronome or Rhythm (Default: 82, Setting range: 0–127).

BPM: Determines whether the note type of the tempo indication is affected by the Metronome Time Signature (Default: Time Sig., Setting range: Time Sig., Crotchet).

Bell: Determines whether or not the bell sound is played back at the first beat of the specified Time Signature (Default: Off, Setting range: On, Off).

Intro: Determines whether the Intro is played back or not before the Rhythm pattern is started (Default: On, Setting range: On, Off).

Ending: Determines whether the Ending is played back or not before the Rhythm pattern is stopped (Default: On, Setting range: On, Off).

SyncStart: When this is set to “On,” you can start Rhythm playback also by pressing any note on the keyboard (Default: Off, Setting range: On, Off).

Bass: Determines whether the auto bass accompaniment for the Rhythm is on or off (Default: On, Setting range: On, Off).

To configure settings in the Recording Menu of the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select “Recording” menu, then use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select the desired parameter.

The Recording Menu allows you to make detailed settings related to MIDI Recording. Parameters include:

RecStart: Determines when actual MIDI Recording starts when overwriting an already recorded MIDI Song (Default: Normal, Setting range: Normal, KeyOn).

RecEnd: Determines whether existing data after the stop point is erased or not when overwriting an already recorded MIDI Song (Default: Replace, Setting range: Replace, PunchOut).

RecRhythm: Determines whether or not Rhythm playback is recorded during MIDI Recording (Default: On, Setting range: On, Off).

To configure settings in the System Menu of the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, press the [FUNCTION] button several times to select “System” menu, then use the [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] buttons to select the desired parameter.

The System Menu allows you to make overall settings applied to the entire instrument. Parameters include:

Bluetooth*: Bluetooth (Switches Bluetooth function on/off), Pairing (For registering Bluetooth device).

Tuning: Master Tune (Fine tunes pitch of instrument).

Scale Tune: Scale Tune (Selects historical temperaments), Base Note (Determines base note for selected scale).

Keyboard: Touch (Determines how sound responds to playing strength), Fixed Velocity (Determines velocity when Touch is “Fixed”).

Duo: Duo (Splits keyboard into two ranges), Type (Selects sound balance for Duo).

Split Point: Determines the boundary between right-hand and left-hand keyboard areas.

Pedal: Half Pedal Point (Specifies depth to depress right pedal for effect), Soft Pedal Depth (Determines depth of Soft pedal effect), Pitch Bend Range (Determines pitch bend range for pedal), Aux Polarity (Reverses pedal mechanism for AUX PEDAL), Aux Assign (Assigns function to AUX PEDAL), Aux Area (Determines keyboard area for AUX PEDAL), Play/Pause (Assigns PLAY/PAUSE to pedal).

Sound: Brilliance (Adjusts overall brilliance), IAC (Turns IAC effect on/off), IAC depth (Determines depth of IAC), Binaural (Turns Binaural Sampling on/off).

MIDI: MIDI OUT (Determines MIDI channel for transmission), MIDI IN (Determines parts controlled by MIDI messages), Local Control (Turns sound production from tone generator on/off), Receive Param. (Determines MIDI message types to be received), Transmit Param. (Determines MIDI message types to be transmitted).

Backup: Backup Setting (Sets whether settings are maintained when power is off), Backup (Saves backup file), Restore (Loads backup file), Factory Reset (Resets to factory default).

Utility: USB Format (Formats USB flash drive), USB Properties (Shows USB flash drive memory), USB Autoload (Automatically selects Song on USB flash drive), Speaker (Switches speaker on/off).

Utility: Contrast (Adjusts display contrast), Auto Power Off (Sets time before power off), Audio Loopback (Determines audio input output), Version (Displays model and firmware version), Auto Backlight Off (Sets time before control panel/display turn off), Touch Panel Sound (Determines sound on panel operation), Language (Determines character types).

Wireless LAN*1: Select Network (Connects to access point), Other (Manual network settings), Wireless LAN Mode (Infrastructure or Accesspoint).

(* indicates parameters available only if Bluetooth functionality is included.)

To back up the internal data of the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 to a USB flash drive, creating a backup file (“clp-***.bup”), follow these steps:

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

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

3. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Backup,” use the [ ] button to call up the next display, then use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Backup.”

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

5. Press the [ ] button to execute the Backup operation.

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

To restore the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 from a backup file (“clp-***.bup”) on a USB flash drive, follow these steps:

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

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

3. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Backup,” use the [ ] button to call up the next display, then use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Restore.”

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

5. Press the [ ] button to execute the Restore operation.

A message indicating that the operation is completed appears, then the instrument will restart after a while.

To perform a Factory Reset on the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, which restores the initial factory settings, follow these steps:

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

2. Use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Backup,” use the [ ] button to call up the next display, then use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Factory Reset.”

3. Use the [ ] button to call up the next display, then use the [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Execute.”

4. Press the [ ] button to execute the Restore operation.

A message indicating that the operation is completed appears, then the instrument will restart after a while.

Alternatively, you can perform a Factory Reset by pressing and holding down the white key on the right end (C7) and pressing the [ ] (Standby/On) switch to turn on the power to the instrument.

Note that this operation resets the Backup Setting to the default setting, but will not delete Songs saved in the User folder or Bluetooth pairing information.

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 includes the following preset Voices:

Piano Group:

CFX Grand: Yamaha’s CFX concert grand piano sound with wide dynamic range and expressive control.

Bösendorfer: Famed sound of the Vienna-made Bösendorfer Imperial concert grand piano, spacious and ideal for tenderness.

Upright Piano: Sound sampled from a Yamaha SU7 upright piano, unique tonal character and lighter, more casual feel.

Studio Grand: Sound of Yamaha’s C7 grand piano, often used in recording, bright and clear.

Bright Grand: Bright piano sound, good for clear expression and cutting through an ensemble.

Mellow Grand: Mellow piano sound, good for quiet and slow music.

Ballad Grand: Grand piano sound with a soft and warm tone, good for playing ballads.

Warm Grand: Warm and soft piano sound, good for relaxing music.

Pop Grand: Slightly brighter piano sound, good for popular styles.

Jazz Grand: Piano sound with unique tonal character, good for jazz styles.

Rock Grand: Bright-sounding piano, ideal for rock styles.

HonkyTonk Pf: Honky-tonk style piano, with a tonal character different from a grand piano.

Fortepiano Group:

Scarlatti Piano: Sound of an early 18th century Florentine piano, bright and brilliant.

Mozart Piano: Sound of a late 18th century Viennese piano, clear and light.

Beethoven Piano: Sound of an early 19th century London piano, with rich bass, sparkling highs, and energetic fortissimo.

Chopin Piano: Sound of a 19th century Paris piano, responsive to sensitive touch, like a singing voice.

E.Piano Group:

Stage E.Piano: Electric piano using hammer-struck metallic “tines,” soft when played lightly, aggressive when played hard.

DX E.Piano: Electronic piano sound produced by an FM synthesizer, tone changes with playing touch, ideal for popular music.

Vintage EP: Electric piano using hammer-struck metal reeds, widely used in rock and popular music.

Soft EP: Electric piano with a characteristic panning effect, good for quiet ballads.

Phaser EP: Distinctive phaser effect, ideal for fusion styles.

DX Bright: Variation of electronic piano sound by an FM synthesizer, bright and sparkling character.

Tremolo Vintage: Includes tremolo, ideal for Vintage EP, frequently used in rock music.

Organ Group:

Organ GrandJeu: Registration sound for French organ compositions, dramatic for ending a performance.

Organ Principal: Features combination of pipes (8’+4’+2′) of a principal organ, suitable for Baroque church music.

Organ Tutti: Features full coupler of a pipe organ, famous for sounds in Toccata and Fugue by Bach.

Jazz Organ Slow: “Tonewheel” type electric organ, sampled with Rotary SP effect, slow rotation speed, often heard in jazz and rock.

Jazz Organ Fast: Same type as Jazz Organ Slow, with fast rotation speed of rotary speaker effect.

Mellow Organ: Mellow electric organ sound.

Strings Group:

Strings: Stereo-sampled, large-scale strings ensemble with realistic reverb.

Slow Strings: String ensemble with a slow attack.

Choir Group:

Choir: Big, spacious choir Voice, perfect for creating rich harmonies in slow pieces.

Slow Choir: Sound of a choir with a slow attack.

Mellow Strings: Mellow string ensemble, different tonal character from Strings.

Pad Group:

Dark Pad: Warm and spacious synth sound, ideal for sustained parts in background or Dual mode.

Lite Pad: Bright and spacious synth sound, ideal for sustained parts in background or Dual mode.

Bell Pad: Synth sound with a crisp, bell-like sound, ideal for layering in Dual mode or as a bright, gorgeous sound on its own.

Synth Pad: Warm, mellow, and spacious synth sound, ideal for sustained parts in background or Dual mode.

Bass Group:

Acoustic Bass: Finger-plucked upright bass, frequently used in jazz and Latin music.

Bass & Cymbal: Cymbal layered onto the bass, effective for jazz walking-bass lines.

Electric Bass: Electric bass, frequently used in jazz, rock, and popular music.

Fretless Bass: Fretless bass, suitable for jazz and fusion styles.

Vintage Bass: Different type of electric bass with a rich sound.

Others Group:

Harpsichord 8′: Sound of harpsichord, volume not affected by playing touch, characteristic sound on key release.

Harpsi. 8’+4′: Harpsichord with added upper octave, produces a more brilliant sound.

Harp: Sampled from a grand harp, bright attack, ideal for gorgeous phrases.

Vibraphone: Vibraphone sound, stereo-sampled, spacious and clear, ideal for popular music. Left pedal switches Vibrato on and off.

Marimba: Marimba sound, stereo-sampled for spaciousness and realism.

Celesta: Sound of a celesta, well-known for “Dance of the Sugar-plum Fairies.”

Nylon Guitar: Stereo-sampled, nylon-string guitar with natural reality, suitable for any style.

Steel Guitar: Bright steel-string guitar sound, ideal for popular music.

Scat: Jazz “scatting” Voice, different sounds depending on how hard and what note range played.

XG: For details, refer to the “Data List” on the website.

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 includes the following preset Songs:

50 Classical (Arrangements):

1. Canon D dur (J. Pachelbel)

2. Air On the G String (J. S. Bach)

3. Jesus, Joy of Man’s Desiring (J. S. Bach)

4. Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star (Traditional)

5. Piano Sonate op.31-2 “Tempest” 3rd mov. (L. v. Beethoven)

6. Ode to Joy (L. v. Beethoven)

7. Wiegenlied op.98-2 (F. P. Schubert)

8. Grande Valse Brillante (F. F. Chopin)

9. Polonaise op.53 “Héroïque” (F. F. Chopin)

10. La Campanella (F. Liszt)

11. Salut d’amour op.12 (E. Elgar)

12. From the New World (A. Dvořák)

13. Sicilienne (G. U. Fauré)

14. Clair de lune (C. A. Debussy)

15. Jupiter (The Planets) (G. Holst)

50 Classical (Duets):

16. Menuett (Eine kleine Nachtmusik K.525) (W. A. Mozart)

17. Menuett G dur (L. v. Beethoven)

18. Marcia alla Turca (L. v. Beethoven)

19. Piano Concerto No.1 op.11 2nd mov. (F. F. Chopin)

20. The Nutcracker Medley (P. I. Tchaikovsky)

50 Classical (Original Compositions):

21. Prelude (Wohltemperierte Klavier I No.1) (J. S. Bach)

22. Menuett G dur BWV Anh.114 (J. S. Bach)

23. Piano Sonate No.15 K.545 1st mov. (W. A. Mozart)

24. Turkish March (W. A. Mozart)

25. Piano Sonate op.13 “Pathétique” 2nd mov. (L. v. Beethoven)

26. Für Elise (L. v. Beethoven)

27. Piano Sonate op.27-2 “Mondschein” 1st mov. (L. v. Beethoven)

28. Impromptu op.90-2 (F. P. Schubert)

29. Frühlingslied op.62-6 (J. L. F. Mendelssohn)

30. Fantaisie-Impromptu (F. F. Chopin)

31. Etude op.10-3 “Chanson de l’adieu” (F. F. Chopin)

32. Etude op.10-12 “Revolutionary” (F. F. Chopin)

33. Valse op.64-1 “Petit chien” (F. F. Chopin)

34. Nocturne op.9-2 (F. F. Chopin)

35. Nocturne KK4a-16/BI 49 [Posth.] (F. F. Chopin)

36. Träumerei (R. Schumann)

37. Barcarolle (P. I. Tchaikovsky)

38. La prière d’une Vierge (T. Badarzewska)

39. Liebesträume No.3 (F. Liszt)

40. Blumenlied (G. Lange)

41. Humoresque (A. Dvořák)

42. Arietta (E. H. Grieg)

43. Tango (España) (I. Albéniz)

44. The Entertainer (S. Joplin)

45. Maple Leaf Rag (S. Joplin)

46. La Fille aux Cheveux de Lin (C. A. Debussy)

47. Arabesque No.1 (C. A. Debussy)

48. Cakewalk (C. A. Debussy)

49. Je te veux (E. Satie)

50. Gymnopédies No.1 (E. Satie)

Lesson Songs (Vorschule im Klavierspiel op.101, by F. Beyer): Nos. 1-106

Lesson Songs (25 Etudes faciles et progressives op.100, by J. F. Burgmüller): Nos. 1-25

Lesson Songs (100 Übungsstücke op.139, by C. Czerny): Nos. 1-100

Lesson Songs (30 Etudes de mécanisme op.849, by C. Czerny): Nos. 1-30

Lesson Songs (The Virtuoso Pianist, by C-L. Hanon): Nos. 1-20 (1-Variation. 1-22)

The YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 offers the following Rhythm patterns:

If there is no response from the USB device connected to the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, the instrument cannot communicate with the connected USB device. Redo the connection. If you still see this message, the USB device may be damaged.

If the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 displays “Please wait”, the instrument is processing the data. Wait until the message disappears, then go on to the next step.

If the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 displays “Protected device”, it means you attempted a file operation, recording, or saving data on a read-only USB flash drive. Cancel the read-only setting, if possible, and try again. If the message still appears, the USB flash drive is internally protected (such as commercially available music data). You cannot make the file operation or record your performance to such a device.

If the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 displays “Read-only file”, you attempted a file operation to a read-only file. Read-only files have handling limitations and cannot be used for editing. Use a read-only file after overriding the read-only setting.

If the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 displays “Remaining space on drive is low”, delete any unnecessary files before recording.

If the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 displays “Same file name exists”, it prompts you to confirm if overwriting or not when executing a Copy/Move/MIDI to Audio operation.

If the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 displays “Song error”, a problem is found with the Song data when you select a Song or while the Song is playing. In this case, reselect the Song, and try again to play back. If the message still appears, the Song data may have been damaged.

If the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 displays “Song too large”, the size of Song data (MIDI/Audio) exceeds the limitation. This can happen if the Song size you attempt to play back or record exceeds the limitation (approx. 500KB for MIDI, 80 minutes for Audio). If recording, it will end automatically and data before the end is saved. If converting a MIDI Song to Audio, the limitation is 80 minutes. The song size exceeds the limitation during converting a MIDI song to an Audio song.

If the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 displays “System limit”, the number of files exceeds the system limit (maximum 250 files/folders in a folder). Try again after deleting/moving unnecessary file(s).

If the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 displays “This data format is not supported”, you attempted to load a Song of unsupported format. Refer to page 43 about supported Song formats.

If the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 displays “Unformatted device”, you attempted to use an unformatted USB flash drive. Format it (page 100), and try again.

If the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 displays “Unsupported device”, an unsupported USB flash drive is connected. Use a device whose compatibility has been confirmed by Yamaha.

If the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 displays “USB device overcurrent error”, communication with the USB device has been cut off because of an abnormal power surge to the device. Disconnect the USB device from the USB [TO DEVICE] terminal and turn the [ ] (Standby/On) switch of the instrument standby and on again.

If the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 displays “USB hub hierarchical error”, the USB hub is connected in two layers. USB hub use is limited to one layer.

If the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 displays “USB power consumption exceeded”, a bus-powered USB hub is usually recommended. Use a self-powered USB hub (with its own power source) and turn the power to on, or use a device whose compatibility has been confirmed by Yamaha.

If the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 displays “Wrong device”, the file operation cannot be made to the connected USB flash drive. This can be caused if the USB flash drive is not formatted (format it and try again), or if the number of files exceeds the system limit (maximum 250 files/folders in a folder; try deleting/moving unnecessary file(s)).

If the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785 displays “Wrong name”, the Song name is not appropriate during the “Renaming files” operation. This can be caused by no character input, or using a period or space at the beginning/ending of a Song name. Rename the Song correctly.

To assemble the YAMAHA CLAVINOVA CLP-785, have a Phillips-head (+) screwdriver of the appropriate size ready and follow these general precautions:

Assemble the unit on a hard and flat floor with ample space.

Be careful not to confuse parts, and be sure to install all parts in the correct orientation. Assemble the unit in accordance with the sequence given in the manual.

Assembly should be carried out by at least two persons.

Be sure to use only the included screws of the specified sizes. Do not use any other screws, as incorrect ones can cause damage or malfunction.

Be sure to tighten all screws upon completing assembly of the unit.

To disassemble the unit, reverse the assembly sequence. Failure to do so can result in damage or personal injury.