TC Electronic POLYTUNE 3, User Manual

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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions ...................................... 3
Legal Disclaimer ............................................................. 3
Limited warranty ............................................................ 3
1. About this Manual ..................................................... 4
2. Introduction ............................................................... 4
2.1 Unpacking ............................................................................. 4
2.2 Setting up .............................................................................. 4
2.3 Get ready for a new tuning experience! ................... 4
2.4 True Bypass ........................................................................... 5
2.5 Brighter than a thousand suns ...................................... 5
2.6 Strobe tuning ...................................................................... 5
2.7 Total recall ............................................................................. 5
3. Operation – Inputs, Outputs
and Controls ................................................................... 5
4. Operation – Tuning with POLYTUNE 3 ..................... 6
4.1 Chromatic vs. polyphonic tuning ................................ 6
4.2 Display modes ..................................................................... 6
4.3 Needle mode ....................................................................... 6
4.4 Strobe mode........................................................................ 7
4.5 Polyphonic tuning.............................................................. 7
4.6 Drop D tuning ...................................................................... 7
4.7 4.7 Alternate tunings and capos .................................. 7
4.8 Changing the reference pitch ........................................ 7
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) .......................... 8
6. Operation – Bypass Mode ......................................... 8
6.1 True Bypass and Buff ered Bypass explained ............ 8
6.2 Switching between True Bypass and
Buff ered Bypass ........................................................................... 8
7. Maintenance ............................................................... 8
7.1 Updating the fi rmware ...................................................... 8
7.2 Changing the battery ........................................................ 9
8. Links ............................................................................ 9
9. Specifi cations ............................................................. 9
Important Safety
Instructions
LIMITED WARRANTY
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
Terminals marked with this symbol carry
electrical current of suffi cient magnitude
to constitute risk of electric shock.
Use only high-quality professional speaker cables with
¼" TS or twist-locking plugs pre-installed. All other
installation or modifi cation should be performed only
by qualifi ed personnel.
This symbol, wherever it appears,
alerts you to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage inside the
enclosure - voltage that may be suffi cient to constitute a
risk of shock.
This symbol, wherever it appears,
alerts you to important operating and
maintenance instructions in the
accompanying literature. Please read the manual.
Caution
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
remove the top cover (or the rear section).
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualifi ed personnel.
Caution
To reduce the risk of fi re or electric shock,
do not expose this appliance to rain and
moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping
or splashing liquids and no objects fi lled with liquids,
such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Caution
These service instructions are for use
by qualifi ed service personnel only.
To reduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any
servicing other than that contained in the operation
instructions. Repairs have to be performed by qualifi ed
service personnel.
1.
Read these instructions.
2.
Keep these instructions.
3.
Heed all warnings.
4.
Follow all instructions.
5.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
6.
Clean only with dry cloth.
7.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8.
Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifi ers) that produce heat.
9.
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 fi t into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11.
Use only attachments/accessories specifi ed by
the manufacturer.
12.
Use only with the
cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specifi ed 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.
13.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14.
Refer all servicing to qualifi ed 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.
15.
The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket
outlet with a protective earthing connection.
16.
Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is
used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall
remain readily operable.
17.
Correct disposal of this
product: This symbol indicates that
this product must not be disposed
of with household waste,
according to the WEEE Directive
(2012/19/EU) and your national
law. This product should be taken
to a collection center licensed for the recycling of waste
electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). The
mishandling of this type of waste could have a possible
negative impact on the environment and human health
due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally
associated with EEE. At the same time, your cooperation
in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to
the effi cient use of natural resources. For more
information about where you can take your waste
equipment for recycling, please contact your local city
offi ce, or your household waste collection service.
18.
Do not install in a confi ned space, such as a book
case or similar unit.
19.
Do not place naked fl ame sources, such as lighted
candles, on the apparatus.
20.
Please keep the environmental aspects of battery
disposal in mind. Batteries must be disposed-of at a
battery collection point.
21.
Use this apparatus in tropical and/or
moderate climates.
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may be suff ered by any person who relies either
wholly or in part upon any description, photograph,
or statement contained herein. Technical specifi cations,
appearances and other information are subject to
change without notice. All trademarks are the property
of their respective owners. MIDAS, KLARK TEKNIK,
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and DDA are trademarks or registered trademarks
of MUSIC Group IP Ltd. © MUSIC Group IP Ltd.
2017 All rights reserved.
For the applicable warranty terms and conditions
and additional information regarding MUSIC Group’s
Limited Warranty, please see complete details online at
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