Rocktron XTUNE User manual

Copyright © 2004 GHS Corporation
All Rights Reserved.
Your X-Tune™pedal has been tested and complies with the following
Standards and Directives as set forth by the European Union:
Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility
Standard(s): EN55013, EN50082-1
This means that this product has been designed to meet stringent guide-
lines on how much RF energy it can emit, and that it should be immune from
other sources of interference when properly used. Improper use of this
equipment could result in increased RF emissions, which may or may not
interfere with other electronic products.
To insure against this possibility, always use good shielded cables for all
audio input and output connections. This will help insure compliance with
the Directive(s).
For more information about other Rocktron products, please see your local
dealer or one of our importers closest to you (listed on the Rocktron website
- www.rocktron.com).
Precautions
Read all instructions contained in this manual.
Keep these instructions
Heed all warnings
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean with dry cloth

Do not block any ventilation openings (if applicable). Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
This product is not equipped with a plug or cable. This pedal runs on a 9 Volt
Battery, if a 9Volt DC adapter is the used please follow adapter manufacturer’s
operation instructions.
Only used attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Do not use this product with any case, stand tripod, bracket or table that is not
specified by the manufacturer. Insure that the case, stand, tripod, bracket etc. is
properly adjusted and setup (follow all instructions). Extra care and caution should
be taken to avoid tip over and injury.
Unplug this apparatus during lightening storms or when unused during long periods
of time.
Refer all service to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus or if the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been
dropped.
DO NOTATTEMPTTO SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT. QUALIFIED PERSON-
NELSHOULD SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT ONLY. DO NOT MAKE ANY
INTERNALADJUSTMENTS OR ADDITIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENTATANY
TIME OR TAMPERWITH INTERNAL ELECTRONIC COMPONENTSATANY
TIME. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAYVOID THE
WARRANTY OF THIS EQUIPMENT AS WELLAS CAUSING A SHOCK
HAZARD.
OPERATINGTEMPERATURE
Do not expose this unit to excessive heat. This unit is designed to operate between
32 F and 104 F (0 C and 40 C). This unit may not function properly under extreme
temperatures.
Precautions Continued....

Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Rocktron
X-Tune.
The X-Tune provides easy tuning in a cool pedal
format. A chromatic pedal tuner for guitar and bass, the
X-Tune offers multi-LEDs and lighted notes that make
it easy to tune on dark stages. Built in Rocktron’s
strong aluminum chassis, the X-Tune allows muting for
silent tuning, and continuous out for live tuning. The
X-Tune handles 12 Note tuning and a 7 octave range. A
calibration switch is provided. Like most Rocktron
pedals, the X-Tune features an easy access battery
compartment. Add this tuner to your stomp box setup
and stay in the pedal world
Enjoy

Connection 1- Continuous Tuning

Connection 2 - MUTE Silent Tuning

Connection 3- Continuous Tuning with
another stomp box

Connection 4 - MUTE Silent Tuning
with another stomp box.

Descriptions

Note Indicator LEDs -These LEDs show the note being tuned. The note
indicated above the LED (see point 2) is actual note being tuned.
Notes - This row of notes will light up when the unit is turned on. The LED
under the note being tuned will light up.
Flat Indicator LED - this flashing LED will light if the note being played is
flat. The more “flat” the note is, the faster the LED will flash.
In Tune LED - when the note being played is “in tune” this LED will light.
Sharp Indicator LED - this flashing LED will light if the note being played is
sharp. The more “sharp” the note is, the faster the LED will flash.
Calibration Button - this button is used to calibrate the X-Tune to match the
pitch of any instrument or audio source (like an old piano or tape player). For
details on this function - see section titled “X-Tune Calibration.”
DC 9V Input - To use external power (not provided) use only a 9-Volt DC
adapter
Input - Using a standard guitar cable with a 1/4” jack, plug your guitar into
this jack.
OUT TO AMP - Continuous Output Jack - If you would like to be able to hear
the guitar note while tuning connect a standard guitar cable with a 1/4” jack
connect to your next effect or directly into your amplifier.
OUT TO AMP - Mute Silent Tuning Jack - If you would like to be able to
mute the output of your guitar going to your amplifier or next stomp box so
that you can tune in silence - connect a standard guitar cable with a 1/4” jack
connect to your next effect or directly into your amplifier.
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