Fretlight 400 Series User manual

Table of Contents
Table of ContentsTable of Contents
Table of Contents
Performance Guarantee, Introduction, Customer Care & Warranty
Performance Guarantee, Introduction, Customer Care & Warranty Performance Guarantee, Introduction, Customer Care & Warranty
Performance Guarantee, Introduction, Customer Care & Warranty ….…………………... 1
Installing Software & Connecting t e Fretlig t
Installing Software & Connecting t e Fretlig tInstalling Software & Connecting t e Fretlig t
Installing Software & Connecting t e Fretlig t……………………………………………………… 2
Connection Tips
Connection TipsConnection Tips
Connection Tips……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3
T e Player’s Guide to Getting Started
T e Player’s Guide to Getting StartedT e Player’s Guide to Getting Started
T e Player’s Guide to Getting Started……………………………………………………………………. 4
•Parts of t e Guitar………………………………………………………………………………………..
4
•How to Hold t e Guitar……………………………………………………………………………….. 4
•How to Hold a Pick……………………………………………………………………………………… 5
•How to Use a Guitar Strap…………………………………………………………………………… 5
•How to Tune your Fretlig t Guitar………………………………………………………………. 5
•How to Connect your Fretlig t Guitar to an Amplifier……………………………….. 6
•Adjusting t e Settings on Your Amplifier……………………………………………………. 6
•Adjusting Volume Control, Tone Controls & t e Pickup Selector………………. 6
•T e Five Different Positions on t e Pickup Selector……………………………………. 6
Using your Fretlig t Guitar
Using your Fretlig t GuitarUsing your Fretlig t Guitar
Using your Fretlig t Guitar…………………………………………………………………………………….. 7
•Artist Videos & Lessons……………………………………………………………………………… 7
•T e C ord & Scale Library…………………………………………………………………………… 7
•Improviser………...………………………………………………………………………..……………….. 7
T e Fretlig t Neck & System
T e Fretlig t Neck & SystemT e Fretlig t Neck & System
T e Fretlig t Neck & System………..……………………………….……………………………………….. 8
Understanding Humidity
Understanding HumidityUnderstanding Humidity
Understanding Humidity………………………………………………………………………………………... 9
Adjusting t e Neck of your Fretlig t
Adjusting t e Neck of your Fretlig tAdjusting t e Neck of your Fretlig t
Adjusting t e Neck of your Fretlig t………………………………………………………………………. 9
FAQ
FAQFAQ
FAQ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10
Troubles ooting Guide
Troubles ooting GuideTroubles ooting Guide
Troubles ooting Guide………………………………………………………………………………………….. 11

Introduction, Customer Care & Warranty Information
Introduction, Customer Care & Warranty InformationIntroduction, Customer Care & Warranty Information
Introduction, Customer Care & Warranty Information
T is manual is designed to cover all Fretlig t instruments. If you ave questions about
your Fretlig t t at are not found in t is guide, please see our Support Page:
Support Page: Support Page:
Support Page:
Fretlig t.com/support
Fretlig t.com/support Fretlig t.com/support
Fretlig t.com/support
T e online Support Page offers additional information about your Fretlig t including:
•Fretlig t Guitar Support
•PC Software Support
•Mac Software Support
You can also contact Fretlig t Support:
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•Fretlig t Ready Software
Fretlig t Ready SoftwareFretlig t Ready Software
Fretlig t Ready Software
Check out the “help” files included in
every piece of Fretlight software.
•Guitar Pro Software Support
•Accessory Support
•Guitar Pro Support.
Guitar Pro Support.Guitar Pro Support.
Guitar Pro Support.
You can also find information at
guitar-pro.com.
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Optek Music Systems, Inc. warrants all Fretlig t guitars against defects in workmans ip
and/or materials for a term of 1-year from t e receipt of product.
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-Year Limited Warranty
Year Limited WarrantyYear Limited Warranty
Year Limited Warranty

Connect Your Fretlig t Guitar
Connect Your Fretlig t GuitarConnect Your Fretlig t Guitar
Connect Your Fretlig t Guitar
1. Locate t e Fretlig t USB Cable included wit your Fretlig t guitar.
2. Connect one end of t e cable to your Fretlig t guitar, t en connect t e ot er end of
t e cable to t e USB port in your computer. T e t ird connector (1/4” jack on t e
USB side of t e cable) is for t e Fretlig t footswitc .
DO
DODO
DO make sure your computer is connected to a 3-prong plug power outlet.
If you ave a laptop, you can certainly use it wit out connecting to a power
supply, t is can also remove any noise, if present.
DO
DODO
DO make sure t at t e Fretlig t USB cable is plugged into a root USB ub on
your computer (likely one of t e USB ports on t e back of a desktop computer).
DO
DODO
DO make sure t at you are plugging into a wall outlet t at is grounded
(i.e. 3-prong).
DON’T
DON’T DON’T
DON’T use a 2-prong plug or a 3-to-2 adapter plug.
DON’T
DON’TDON’T
DON’T use an external USB ub. T e Fretlig t MUST be connected directly to t e
root ub of your computer.
Try not to use power strips or extension cords as t is WILL introduce extra noise
into t e system.
Make sure t at you’re using a s ielded guitar cable. Cable quality can make a
significant difference in extraneous noise introduced into t e system.
We recommend using a name brand, good quality cable.
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Installing t e Fretlig t Studio Software
Installing t e Fretlig t Studio SoftwareInstalling t e Fretlig t Studio Software
Installing t e Fretlig t Studio Software
For PC Users (Windows 7 and above):
For PC Users (Windows 7 and above):For PC Users (Windows 7 and above):
For PC Users (Windows 7 and above):
1. Insert t e Fretlig t Software Installation disc into your computer or download from
link provided in the order confirmation email. A menu screen will pop-up. Click t e
"Install" button for t e Fretlig t Studio software.
2. Launc t e Fretlig t Studio software from your desktop by double-clicking t e
Fretlig t Studio icon.
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1. Insert t e Fretlig t Software Installation disc into your computer. or download from
the link provided in the order confirmation email.Browse t e disc to view its contents.
Open t e "Mac Software" folder. Install t e Mac Fretlig t Studio from t e OS "10.7"
and above .
2. Launc t e Fretlig t Studio from your Mac's Applications folder.
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PC XP & Vista and Mac OSX 10.5 & 10.6 users, please visit our support page at
Fretlig t.com/support to find compatible software.

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Power Strips -Prong Cable &
3-to- Adapter
3-Prong Cable
Connection Tips
Connection TipsConnection Tips
Connection Tips

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How to Hold a Guitar
How to Hold a GuitarHow to Hold a Guitar
How to Hold a Guitar
Placement
PlacementPlacement
Placement
T e bottom curve of
guitar s ould be
resting on your lap,
wit t e guitar
strings angled
slig tly upward.
Fretting
FrettingFretting
Fretting-
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- and
and and
and
Position
PositionPosition
Position
Keep your wrist
below t e fretboard
and make sure
your fingers can
comfortably reac
across t e strings.
T e first step in learning ow to play t e guitar is learning to old it properly.
Posture
PosturePosture
Posture
Sit in an uprig t,
but comfortable
position. Keep your
knees relaxed and
your s oulders over
t e body of
t e guitar.
Parts of t e Guitar
Parts of t e GuitarParts of t e Guitar
Parts of t e Guitar
Body
Bridge
Pickups
Neck
Volume &
Tone Controls
Pickup Switc
Frets
Nut
Headstock
Tuning Pegs
Output Jack
Pick Guard
T e Player’s Guide to Getting Started
T e Player’s Guide to Getting StartedT e Player’s Guide to Getting Started
T e Player’s Guide to Getting Started

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How to Hold a Pick/Strumming
How to Hold a Pick/StrummingHow to Hold a Pick/Strumming
How to Hold a Pick/Strumming-
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-Hand Position
Hand PositionHand Position
Hand Position
How to Use a Guitar Strap
How to Use a Guitar Strap How to Use a Guitar Strap
How to Use a Guitar Strap
1. Position your picking and so t at t e back of t e
t umb is facing upwards.
2. Relax t e and completely; allow t e fingers
to curl up.
3. Place t e pick between t e side of your index finger
and t e front of your t umb.
4. Maintain a lig t grip on t e pick.
1. Locate t e two strap knobs on t e guitar. One is
located at t e bottom end of t e body and t e ot er
is located at t e upper orn or near t e back of t e
neck.
2. If your strap as a lengt adjuster, attac t at end to
t e strap bottom at t e bottom of t e body (for
comfort).
3. If you are playing rig t- anded, place t e strap over
your left
leftleft
left s oulder. If you are playing left- anded,
place t e strap over your rig t
rig t rig t
rig t s oulder.
4. Adjust t e strap lengt to your comfort.
Before you start to play, make sure your guitar is in tune! W en tuning
your guitar to “standard tuning” (i.e., most songs) t e open strings are
tuned to t e following notes:
How to Tune Your Fretlig t Guitar
How to Tune Your Fretlig t GuitarHow to Tune Your Fretlig t Guitar
How to Tune Your Fretlig t Guitar
E t e t ickest or lowest sounding string known as t e 6t string
A t e 5t string
D t e 4t string
G t e 3rd string
B t e 2nd string
E t e t innest or ig est sounding string known as t e 1st string
Note String Placement
Adjusting t e six tuning pegs on t e eadstock of t e guitar will tig ten or loosen t e
string to c ange pitc . You can watc a brief video about ow to tune your Fretlig t
guitar in t e Fretlig t Studio. Just open t e Fretlig t Video Player, double click on
“Beginner Lesson” and follow t e teac er’s instruction.

How to Connect Your Fretlig t Guitar to an Amplifier
How to Connect Your Fretlig t Guitar to an AmplifierHow to Connect Your Fretlig t Guitar to an Amplifier
How to Connect Your Fretlig t Guitar to an Amplifier
Connect one end of a standard 1/4” guitar cable (not included) into t e output jack on
your Fretlig t guitar. Connect t e ot er end into t e input jack on a standard guitar
amplifier.
Adjusting t e Settings on Your Amplifier
Adjusting t e Settings on Your AmplifierAdjusting t e Settings on Your Amplifier
Adjusting t e Settings on Your Amplifier
After connecting your Fretlig t guitar to an amplifier, you can adjust t e settings to
create different sounds and tones. Consult t e amplifier manual to learn more about
adjusting t ese settings.
Adjusting Volume Control, Tone Controls
Adjusting Volume Control, Tone Controls Adjusting Volume Control, Tone Controls
Adjusting Volume Control, Tone Controls
& t e Pickup Selector
& t e Pickup Selector & t e Pickup Selector
& t e Pickup Selector
Use t e Pickup Selector Switc to adjust w ic pickups are active. T e Volume Control
(or Master Volume) is used to adjust t e overall volume of t e guitar. T e Tone Controls
are used to adjust tone or brig tness of t e sound. T e middle Tone Control is used to
adjust t e sound of t e neck pickup, w ile t e ot er Tone Control is used to adjust t e
sound of t e middle pickup. T ere is no Tone Control for t e bridge pickup.
T e Five Different Positions on T e Pickup Selector
T e Five Different Positions on T e Pickup SelectorT e Five Different Positions on T e Pickup Selector
T e Five Different Positions on T e Pickup Selector
T e Pickup Selector is sometimes referred to as a "Five Position Switc " or a
"Five Way Switc ". T e table below identifies t e active pickups ( ig lig ted in blue) for
eac switc position. Position one is towards t e back of t e guitar and position five is
towards t e front.
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Active pickups ig lig ted in blue.
Active pickups ig lig ted in blue.Active pickups ig lig ted in blue.
Active pickups ig lig ted in blue.

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Playing Artist Videos and Video Lessons
Playing Artist Videos and Video LessonsPlaying Artist Videos and Video Lessons
Playing Artist Videos and Video Lessons
Learning to play some of your favorite music genres or even some of your favorite artist’s
songs is easy wit Fretlig t Ready Artist Videos and Fretlig t Video Lessons. Here’s w at
you need to do to start jamming!
Using your Fretlig t Guitar
Using your Fretlig t GuitarUsing your Fretlig t Guitar
Using your Fretlig t Guitar
For PC & Mac Users:
For PC & Mac Users:For PC & Mac Users:
For PC & Mac Users:
1. Insert a Fretlig t Ready video disc into your computer.
2. Browse t e disc.
3. Double-click on t e .fvp video and click “Install”. T e video will automatically play
after it’s installed and extracted.
Using t e C ord and Scale Library
Using t e C ord and Scale LibraryUsing t e C ord and Scale Library
Using t e C ord and Scale Library
Understanding c ord and scale patterns is a great way to take your playing to t e next
level! T e C ord & Scale Library in t e Fretlig t Studio features t e QuickStep Playlist,
allowing you to create lists of c ords and scales, stepping t roug t ose lists wit a
Fretlig t footswitc . T is feature is great for:
• Stepping t oug custom c ord progressions.
• Transitioning back and fort from different scale patterns w ile soloing.
• Learning and memorizing various scale box patterns and c ord inversions.
For PC & Mac Users:
For PC & Mac Users: For PC & Mac Users:
For PC & Mac Users:
1. Open t e Fretlig t Studio.
2. Click on “Open t e New C ord and Scale Library”.
3. C oose “C ords” or “Scales” from t e drop down “Category”.
4. C oose t e “Type”, “Note/Key” and “Position/Form” to s ow t e c ord or scale.
Using Improviser
Using ImproviserUsing Improviser
Using Improviser
You already know ow to play, now you need to know w ere to play t ose great scales!
Improviser, found inside t e Fretlig t Studio, is a very powerful tool to furt er your
understanding of t e fretboard. You can practice wit over 120 built-in progressions.
Improviser is like aving a backing band play w ile you noodle around on a scale to
‘improvise’ a lead, solo or riff. T e idea be ind Improviser is t at you can audition
sections of scales in order to quickly ear ow t ey sound over t e progression you’re
playing and decide if you want to keep playing wit t at scale or move to anot er one.
Don’t forget, Improviser will also lig t up t e c ord tones on t e entire fretboard. T at
means t at you can now practice your r yt m playing using different inversions instantly!
1. Open t e Fretlig t Studio.
2. Click on “Open t e Fretlig t Improviser”.
3. Click t e “Load Song” button found in t e upper left.
4. C oose a progression.
5. Click t e “Select” button on a Mac or click t e “Open” button on a PC.
6. Click t e play button and start jamming!
For PC & Mac Users:
For PC & Mac Users: For PC & Mac Users:
For PC & Mac Users:

T e Fretlig t Guitar Neck
T e Fretlig t Guitar NeckT e Fretlig t Guitar Neck
T e Fretlig t Guitar Neck
T e Fretlig t Neck & System
T e Fretlig t Neck & SystemT e Fretlig t Neck & System
T e Fretlig t Neck & System
Your Fretlig t guitar as w at looks like a MIDI jack mounted in t e
body. T is is NOT a 5-pin MIDI jack. T is is an 8-pin DIN plug.
Please do not
do not do not
do not try to plug a MIDI cable or MIDI plug into t is jack
or try to send any MIDI information to your Fretlig t neck.
Doing so will result in severe damage to your Fretlig t Guitar
Doing so will result in severe damage to your Fretlig t Guitar Doing so will result in severe damage to your Fretlig t Guitar
Doing so will result in severe damage to your Fretlig t Guitar
System and will VOID your warranty.
System and will VOID your warranty. System and will VOID your warranty.
System and will VOID your warranty.
T e advanced polymer fretboard uses standard
silver-nickel frets and cleverly conceals t e
patented Fretlig t Learning system. T e ultra-t in
circuit board contains 132 low-profile LEDs and a
dedicated Sonix micro-controller t at powers t e
learning system to display any c ord, scale, song
or riff in real time.
T e 8
T e 8T e 8
T e 8-
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-Pin DIN Fretlig t Jack
Pin DIN Fretlig t JackPin DIN Fretlig t Jack
Pin DIN Fretlig t Jack
Fretlig t Dual Footswitc
Fretlig t Dual Footswitc Fretlig t Dual Footswitc
Fretlig t Dual Footswitc (Optional)
(Optional)(Optional)
(Optional)
Using t e optional Fretlig t footswitc gives you ands-free control
of your Fretlig t software. Simply connect t e 1/4” plug from your
footswitc into t e 1/4” jack on your Fretlig t USB cable.
Do NOT use any solvents, oils or fluids ot er t an water.
Doing so will VOID t e warranty.
Doing so will VOID t e warranty. Doing so will VOID t e warranty.
Doing so will VOID t e warranty.
Do NOT use a powered sander or sanding device on your Fretlig t.
Doing so will VOID t e warranty.
Doing so will VOID t e warranty.Doing so will VOID t e warranty.
Doing so will VOID t e warranty.
Cleaning Your Fretboard
Cleaning Your FretboardCleaning Your Fretboard
Cleaning Your Fretboard
T e advanced polymer fretboard acts and be aves like a normal rosewood or ebony
fingerboard in many ways except for cleaning and/or sanding. Use only a dry or damp
clot (water only) to clean any finger oil or residue from your Fretlig t fretboard.
After you’ve been playing for a few mont s, you may notice small scratc es on t e
fretboard’s surface. You can always smoot t ose out by buffing t e fretboard lig tly
wit a Scotc -Brite™ pad.
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Understanding Humidity
Understanding HumidityUnderstanding Humidity
Understanding Humidity
It’s true! Climate affects any guitar’s playability. Your Fretlig t guitar as been
pre-adjusted for standard umidity and temperature. We’ve made a slig t correction to
t e truss rod in order to ac ieve t is setting. T is s ould elp your guitar play easier
w ile it acclimatizes to your environment. As your guitar neck acclimates to your ome,
you may need to ave your guitar professionally set-up for your locale and environment.
If you feel t at you would lie to try to adjust t e neck yourself, follow t e instructions
below.
1. Sig t down t e side of t e neck from t e back of t e bridge to t e nut.
A very slig t upward curve in t e neck or a flat neck is desired for optimal
playability (depends on ow ard you pick and strum). More experienced
players opt for a flat neck.
2. If t e neck needs some adjustment, first loosen t e strings, t en insert t e
Allen wrenc into t e truss rod nut located at t e eadstock.
3. If t e neck is bowed upward too muc , turn t e truss rod clockwise a
quarter turn, tune up t e guitar and c eck t e neck again. If t e neck is
bowed downward, turn t e truss rod counter-clockwise a quarter turn,
tune up t e guitar and c eck t e neck again.
Note:
Note: Note:
Note: Your Fretlig t guitar as a two-way truss rod for bowing t e neck up
or down. As you turn t e nut, you may pass t roug a dead point (center)
w ere t e nut spins freely until it catc es t e t reads of t e truss rod in t e
ot er direction. T is is normal. If you are uncomfortable wit performing
t is adjustment, contact a guitar service tec nician w o regularly performs
standard guitar adjustments and set-ups.
Stratabond® is an engineered ardwood (FG-500 necks) t at reacts very
very very
very
slowly
slowly slowly
slowly
to truss-rod c anges. Allow approximately 48 ours
between eac truss rod adjustment. Repeat if necessary.
Stratabond is a registered trademark of t e Rutland Corporation
Adjusting t e Neck of your Fretlig t
Adjusting t e Neck of your Fretlig tAdjusting t e Neck of your Fretlig t
Adjusting t e Neck of your Fretlig t

Q: I broke a string
Q: I broke a stringQ: I broke a string
Q: I broke a string—
——
—w at do I do now?
w at do I do now?w at do I do now?
w at do I do now?
A: First of all, relax. It appens to every guitar player! Strings are usually sold in a
set of 6, alt oug you can purc ase singles depending on t e retailer. Strings can be
purc ased at your local guitar store, online or at www.fretlig t.com (your guitar
came wit a set of medium 10 gauge strings). You can find a tutorial on ow to
c ange strings on t e Fretlig t Video page.
Q:
Q:Q:
Q: W at is t e Fretlig t Dual Footswitc ?
W at is t e Fretlig t Dual Footswitc ?W at is t e Fretlig t Dual Footswitc ?
W at is t e Fretlig t Dual Footswitc ?
A: T e Fretlig t footswitc is a device w ic allows you to ave ands-free
operation of “Fretlig t Ready” programs wit just t e tap of your foot! It’s especially
useful when using the Chord & Scale Library in the Fretlight Studio
software to step-thru a user created QuickStep Playlist.
Q:
Q:Q:
Q: How do I program t e Fretlig t Dual Footswitc ?
How do I program t e Fretlig t Dual Footswitc ? How do I program t e Fretlig t Dual Footswitc ?
How do I program t e Fretlig t Dual Footswitc ?
A: Locate t e footswitc “Options” menu inside your software. Rig t and left buttons
can be user-programmed to activate a variety of tasks.
Q:
Q:Q:
Q: How do I purc ase additional Fretlig t Ready Artist, Style and Lesson Videos?
How do I purc ase additional Fretlig t Ready Artist, Style and Lesson Videos? How do I purc ase additional Fretlig t Ready Artist, Style and Lesson Videos?
How do I purc ase additional Fretlig t Ready Artist, Style and Lesson Videos?
A: Additional video lessons may be purc ased at www.fretlig t.com or t roug any
aut orized Fretlig t reseller.
Q:
Q:Q:
Q: How do I operate a left
How do I operate a leftHow do I operate a left
How do I operate a left-
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- anded Fretlig t?
anded Fretlig t?anded Fretlig t?
anded Fretlig t?
A: All Fretlig t software as t e ability to correctly lig t a left- anded
Fretlig t guitar. Look for t e left- anded option in t e software’s preferences or
options menu (e.g. in t e Fretlig t Video Player, clicking on t e guitar icon in t e
lower left corner controls rig t- and vs. left- and).
Q:
Q:Q:
Q: Does Fretlig t require an internet connection?
Does Fretlig t require an internet connection? Does Fretlig t require an internet connection?
Does Fretlig t require an internet connection?
A: No. Just connect your Fretlig t guitar to your PC or Mac wit t e Fretlig t USB cable,
launc your Fretlig t software and away you go! T e only time you will need an
internet connection is to download or unlock purc ased software titles.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Problem Possible Cause(s) Solution
I hear buzzing on the
strings and frets—
what’s going on?
• Player is playing the guitar too hard
• Your guitar is not set-up properly
Note:
Note: Note:
Note: Wooden necks (on every guitar)
will absorb and s ed water ( umidity).
T is can bow t e neck upward or
backward, w ic can cause t e buzzing
t at you ear on t e strings and frets.
• Try playing t e guitar a little softer.
• A simple and routine truss rod adjustment
or guitar “set-up” can solve most fret buzz
issues. See “Adjusting t e Neck of your
Fretlig t” on page 12.
Note:
Note: Note:
Note: It is common for all guitars to need a
“tune-up” a couple times a year w en t e
weat er c anges. If you’re not comfortable
doing t is yourself, contact your local lut ier
or guitar tec nician.
LED lights are only
showing the demo
pattern or not lighting
when software is
running.
• Software
• Fretlight is not plugged in properly
• USB issues
• Footswitch
• Unplug your Fretlig t and restart your
computer. After restart, plug t e Fretlig t in
and launc t e appropriate software.
Be sure t at only one
one one
one Fretlig t program is
running at a time.
• Make sure bot ends of t e Fretlig t cable
are fully inserted into t e guitar and your
computer.
• Ensure t at your Fretlig t is plugged into a
ROOT USB port on your computer. Unplug
all ot er USB devices.
• If you ave t e Fretlig t footswitc plugged
in, try clicking eit er button. Sometimes t e
footswitc is setup to “Turn lig ts on/off”.
Go to preferences of t e software program
you are using and make sure t at lig ts are
enabled in t e “ON” position.
The Fretlight Studio is
not opening or is
giving error messages.
• Old software
• Corrupted software
• Incompatible software
Go to www.fretlight.com and download the
latest version of the Fretlight Studio. Before
installing, make sure to turn off any anti-virus
programs.
Notes:
Notes:Notes:
Notes:
Troubles ooting Guide
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