thomann CTU-10 Ukulele Clip Tuner User Guide

Ukulele Clip Tuner CTU-10
Quick start guide

This quick start guide contains important information on the safe operation of the device. Read and follow the safety advice and instructions given. Retain the quick start guide for future reference. If you pass on the device please include this quick start guide.

Safety instructions

Intended use
This device is used to tune ukuleles. Any other use or use under other operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage. No liability will be assumed for damages resulting from improper use.
Danger for children
Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of properly and are not within reach of babies and young children. Choking hazard! Ensure that children do not detach any small parts from the product. They could swallow the pieces and choke! Never let children unattended use electrical devices.
Where to use the product
Never use the product

• in conditions of extreme temperature or humidity
• in extremely dusty or dirty areas
• at locations where the unit can become wet

General handling

• To prevent damage, never use force when handling the product.
• Never immerse the product in water. Just wipe it with a clean dry cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners such as benzene, thinners, or flammable cleaning agents.
• Turn off the device when not in use. If the device is not used for a long period of time, remove the battery in order to protect the device from damage from leaking batteries.

Keep foreign substances from the unit!
Keep the device away from containers with liquids. Should any liquid get into the unit, this could lead to its destruction, fire, or electric shock. Be sure not to let any metal objects into the unit.
Electromagnetic compatibility with other electrical devices If the device is operated near radios or televisions, interference may occur. Then increase the distance between the devices.

Scope of delivery

• 1×CTU-10
• 1×quick start guide
• 1×CR2032 battery

Operating elements and functions

1.  On/of the switch (hold down for 2 sec.) & Tuning mode switch

2. Display area:
   a – Note name (chromatic, ukulele)
   b – String number (ukulele)
   c – Tuning
   d – Fine-tuning display

3. Clip

4. Battery compartment

Using the device

1. Connect the device to your instrument using the clip.
2. Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to turn the device on or of. If the device does not detect any signal for 3 minutes after switching on, it will switch of automatically.
3. Select the tuning mode. To do this, press the button repeatedly to select “Chromatic”, “Ukulele (key of C)” or “Ukulele (key of D)” as the tuning method.
   *If you choose Chromatic, the display shows the note name.

• If you select “Ukulele”, the display shows the string number and the note name. 4. If you play a single note on your instrument, the note name or string number is displayed.
  The background lighting changes and the Fine-tuning display comes on.
  • If the background lighting changes to green and the indicator pointer is in the middle, the string is correctly tuned.
  • If the background lighting changes to blue and the display points to the left, the string is tuned too low.
  • If the background lighting changes to blue and the display points to the right, the string is tuned too high.

Replacing the battery

Press the battery compartment cover as marked on the back of the device. Open the compartment and insert a fresh 2032 battery, carefully observing the polarity. The service life of the battery depends on the conditions of use. If the device does not work as described in this quick start guide, and switching it off and on again does not solve the problem, remove the battery and reinsert it to possibly correct the problem.

Technical specifications

Tuning modes: Chromatic 12 semi tones, Ukulele (C&D key)
Detection range: A0 (27.5Hz) – C8 (4186.00Hz)
Detection mode: Clip (frequency measurement via vibration)
Measurement accuracy: ± 0,5 hundredths
Voltage supply: 1×2032 battery
Dimensions (W×H×D): 45.8mm×35.8mm×13.8mm
Weight: 24g

For the transport and protective packaging, environmentally friendly materials have been chosen that can be supplied to normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are properly disposed of. Do not just dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.
Batteries must not be disposed of as domestic waste or thrown into the fire. Dispose of batteries according to national or local regulations regarding hazardous waste. To protect the environment, dispose of empty batteries at your retail store or at appropriate collection sites.

This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) in its currently valid version. Do not dispose of your old device
with your normal household waste. Dispose of this product through an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility. Comply with the rules and regulations that apply in your country. If in doubt, consult your local waste disposal facility.
Our products are subject to a process of continuous development. We, therefore, reserve the right to make changes to the technical properties without further notice.

Thomann GmbH • Hans-Thomann-Straße 1 • 96138 Burgebrach • www.thomann.de • [email protected]
DocID: 228418_05.01.2021

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