Inserting/Replacing the Battery
The clip tuner must be switched off during battery replacement.
Batteries should be kept out of the reach of children.
Make sure that the polarity is correct when inserting the battery.
Remove the battery when the device will not be used for a while.
Leaking or damaged batteries can cause burns if they come into contact with the skin.
You should therefore wear suitable protective gloves.
Make sure that the battery is neither short-circuited nor thrown into a fire. Furthermo-
re, the battery cannot be recharged. There is a risk of explosion.
• Slide off the battery compartment cover on the back of the tuner.
• Insert one 3V CR2032 Lithium button cell battery into the battery compartment, observing the
correct polarity. The positive pole on the button cell battery must point outwards.
• Slide the battery compartment cover back into place.
• If the device is no longer working or the display contrast is getting weak, the battery is flat and
should be changed as described above.
Operation
• Clamp the clip tuner to the head plate of your instrument and align it as desired.
• Switch on the clip tuner by holding the MODE (2) button down.
• Select the desired mode by briefly pressing the MODE (2) button. It will appear in the operating
mode display (4):
C = chromatic/ G = guitar/ B = bass / V = violin / U = ukulele
• The basic tone appears in the basic tone display (7) in Hz.
• The basic tone can be set with the A4 Key (3) in 1 Hz-increments (initial setting 440 Hz).
• Play a string. The note and the string number are indicated via the display (5). Tune your inst-
rument until the note display matches the string you are playing and the indicator of the tuning
display (1) is in the centre of the display (6). If the string is tuned correctly, the colour of the
display changes to green.
Play only one string at a time. Do not hit the string too hard and do not use a pick.
Striking the string too hard can lead to reverberation noise. This reverberation noise
overwhelms the actual tone and leads to inaccurate measurements.
• Tune all the remaining strings of your instrument as described above.
• After use, switch the clip tuner off by holding down the MODE (2) button until the device swit-
ches off.
• To save battery, the clip tuner also switches itself off automatically after it has not been used (no
sound has been registered) for approx. one to two minutes.
Maintenance and Care
This device is maintenance-free.
The outer surface of the clip tuner should only be cleaned with a soft, slightly damp cloth or with
a brush.
Never use aggressive cleaning agents or chemical solutions as these may damage the surface
of the case.
Disposal
Electronic devices are recyclable waste materials and must not be disposed of in the
household waste!
Dispose of an unserviceable product in accordance with the relevant statutory regula-
tions.
Remove the battery if there is one inserted and dispose of it separately from the pro-
duct.
Disposal of used batteries/rechargeable batteries.
As the end user, you are required by law (Battery Ordinance) to return all used batteries/recharge-
able batteries; disposal of them in the household waste is prohibited!
Batteries/rechargeable batteries contain harmful materials and are labelled with the
symbol shown to indicate that disposal in the household waste is forbidden. The sym-
bols of the relevant heavy metals are: Cd=cadmium, Hg=mercury, Pb=lead (marking can
be seen on the battery/rechargeable battery, e.g. underneath the rubbish bin symbol
shown at the left)
You can return your used batteries/rechargeable batteries free of charge at the official
collection points of your community, in our stores, or at places where batteries or re-
chargeable batteries are sold!
You thereby fulfil your statutory obligations and contribute to the protection of the environment.
Technical Data
Operating voltage ........................................ 3 V/DC
Battery ........................................................... 3V-Lithium button cell CR2032
Battery life .................................................... approx. 23 hours of operation
Tuning range ................................................. B0 – B7
Precision ....................................................... ±1 cent
Calibration .................................................... A4 = 430-450 Hz
Weight ........................................................... 25 g
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Operating instructions
FT-10 Guitar Clip Tuner
Item no. 1301619
Intended use
The clip tuner is designed for tuning electric and acoustic string instruments.
The device is approved for battery operation only. Do not use any other power supply. The correct
battery type is specified in the “Technical Data” section.
Do not expose to moisture, for example in bathrooms or similar spaces.
Any other use than the one described above may cause damage to the product and involves other
risks, such as short-circuits, fire, etc.
The safety instructions must be observed at all times!
This product complies with the applicable national and European requirements.
All names of companies and products are the trademarks of the respective owners. All rights
reserved.
Safety Instructions
The warranty will be void in the event of damage caused by failure to observe these
safety instructions. We do not assume any liability for any resulting damage!
We shall not accept liability for damage to property or personal injury caused by
incorrect handling or non-compliance with the safety instructions! In such cases,
the warranty will be null and void.
An exclamation mark indicates important notes in these operating instructions,
which should always be observed.
The arrow symbol indicates special information and advice on operating the product.
• For safety reasons, any unauthorised conversion and/or modification to the product is not per-
mitted.
• Do not expose the device to high temperatures, dripping or spraying water, strong vibrations or
heavy mechanical stress.
• Never pour liquids on to electrical devices, and never place any objects containing liquids (such
as vases) on top of them or near them.
• Do not place open sources of fire, such as burning candles, directly next to the device.
• Use the product only in a temperate climate, never in a tropical climate.
• Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. It may become a dangerous plaything
for children.
• In commercial institutions, the accident prevention regulations of the Employer’s Liability Insu-
rance Association for Electrical Systems and Operating Facilities are to be observed.
Features
• Five different modes for different instruments
• Simple to use with one hand
• Illuminated display to enable good readability even in dark environments
• Can be rotated and tilted continuously
Controls and Parts
F T- 1 0
1
Display
5
Note display
2
MODE button
6
Tuning display
3
A4 KEY button
7
Basic tone display
4
Mode display
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