Quick start guide
EN
Safety instructions
Intended use
This device is used for tuning wind instruments. Any other use or use under other
operating conditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal in-
jury 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 (e.g. knobs or the like) from
the unit. They could swallow the pieces and choke! Never let unattended children
use electrical devices.
Where to use the product
Never use the product
• in direct sunlight
• in conditions of extreme temperature or humidity
• in extremely dusty or dirty areas
• at locations where the unit can become wet
• near magnetic elds
CTW-10 Clip-on tuner for wind instruments
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 ma-
terials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected
for recycling. Please follow the notes and markings on the packaging.
This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equip-
ment 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 rm 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.
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 the device on to others please include
this quick start guide.
Electromagnetic compatibility with other electrical equipment
Using the device near radios or TV sets may cause interference. Then increase the
distance between the devices.
General handling
• To prevent damage, never use force when operating the switches and controls.
• Never immerse the appliance in water. Just wipe it with a clean dry cloth. Do not
use liquid cleaners such as benzene, thinners or ammable cleaning agents.
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 or re. Be sure not to let any metal objects into
the unit.
Features
• Chromatic clip-on tuner for wind instruments
• Detection via vibration sensor
• Large 360° rotatable and illuminated display
• Two-coloured display to indicate correct tuning
• Calibration 440-449Hz
• incl. battery (CR2032)
Controls and functions
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Using the device
Clip the device to your instrument. Keep the button pressed for 2 seconds to turn
the device on or o. Select the desired tuning key. Press repeatedly the button to
select ‘C’, ‘F’, ‘Bb’ or ‘Eb’ for tuning mode.
Press the button again within 3 seconds 8× with an interval of < 1 s to set the
desired reference tone (0=440Hz - 9=449Hz).
When you play a single note on your instrument the note name is displayed. The
backlight changes and the ne tuning gauge indicates. If the backlight turns green
and the gauge is centred, the note is in tune. If the backlight is white and the gauge
needle is left of centre, the note is at. If the backlight is white and the gauge nee-
dle is right of centre, the note is sharp.
Technical specications
Tuning modes: C, F, Bb, Eb
Detection range: A0 (27.5Hz) - C8 (4186.0Hz)
Detection mode: Clip (frequency measurement via vibration)
Tuning accuracy: ± 0.5 cent
Voltage supply: 1×2032 battery
Dimensions: 45.8mm×35.8mm×13.8mm
Weight: 24g
Power saving function
If the unit detects no signal for 3 minutes after switching on it turns o auto-
matically.
Battery replacement
Push on the marked area of the battery compartment cover on the rear side.
Open the compartment, remove the exhausted battery and install a fresh battery
of type CR2032 observing the correct polarity. Close the battery compartment.
The battery life depends on the operating conditions.
If the device does not operate as described in this manual and turning power o
and on again can't solve the problem, remove the battery and insert it again to
possibly x the problem.
1 On / o switch (keep pressed for 2 seconds)
2
Display area:
a - note name
b - key
c - ne tuning gauge
3 Clip
4 Battery compartment cover
5 Calibration display (0=440Hz9=449Hz)
Batteries must not be disposed of as domestic waste or thrown into re, but
must be disposed of according to local regulations regarding hazardous
waste. Use appropriate collection sites to do so.