CVP-309/307 - Yamaha

Connections• Before connecting the instrument to other electronic components, turn off thepower for all components. Before turning the power on or off for allcomponents, set all volume levels to minimum. Also, be sure to set the volumesof all components at their minimum levels and gradually raise the volumecontrols while playing the instrument to set the desired listening level.Maintenance• (CVP-309 including grand piano type) Gently remove dust and dirt with a softcloth. Do not wipe too hard since small particles of dirt can scratch theinstrument's finish.• When cleaning the instrument, use a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth. Do not usepaint thinners, solvents, cleaning fluids, or chemical-impregnated wipingcloths.Handling caution•Take care that the key cover does not pinch your fingers, and do not insert afinger or hand in any gaps on the key cover or instrument.• Never insert or drop paper, metallic, or other objects into the gaps on the keycover, panel or keyboard. If this happens, turn off the power immediately andunplug the power cord from the AC outlet. Then have the instrument inspectedby qualified Yamaha service personnel.• Do not place vinyl, plastic or rubber objects on the instrument, since this mightdiscolor the panel or keyboard.• (CVP-309 including grand piano type) Bumping the surface of the instrumentwith metal, porcelain, or other hard objects can cause the finish to crack or peel.Use caution.• Do not rest your weight on, or place heavy objects on the instrument, and do notuse excessive force on the buttons, switches or connectors.• Do not operate the instrument for a long period of time at a high oruncomfortable volume level, since this can cause permanent hearing loss. If youexperience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, consult a physician.Using the bench (If included)• Do not place the bench in an unstable position where it might accidentally fallover.• Do not play carelessly with or stand on the bench. Using it as a tool or stepladderor 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 thepossibility of accident or injury.• (CVP-309 including grand piano type) Do not attempt to adjust the bench heightwhile sitting on the bench, since this can cause excessive force to be imposedon the adjustment mechanism, possibly resulting in damage to the mechanismor even injury.• If the bench screws become loose due to extensive long-term use, tighten themperiodically using the included tool.Saving dataSaving and backing up your data• The data of the types listed below are lost when you turn off the power to theinstrument. Save the data to the USER tab display (page 26), floppy disk,SmartMedia card, or appropriate external media.• Recorded/Edited Songs (page 41, 137, 152)• Created/Edited Styles (page 111)• Edited Voices (page 93)• Memorized One Touch Settings (page 50)• Edited MIDI settings (page 196)Data in the USER tab display (page 26) may be lost due to malfunction orincorrect operation. Save important data to a floppy disk, SmartMedia card, orexternal media.When you change settings in a display page and then exit from that page,System Setup data (listed in the Parameter Chart of the separate Data Listbooklet) is automatically stored. However, this edited data is lost if you turnoff the power without properly exiting from the relevant display.Yamaha cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use or modifications to the instrument, or data that is lost or destroyed.Always turn the power off when the instrument is not in use.(1)B-7 2/24CVP-309/307 Owner’s Manual