TC Electronic PolyTune Clip User Manual

POLYTUNE CLIP
Clip-On Tuner with Polyphonic, Strobe and
Chromatic Modes and 108 LED Matrix Display
for Ultimate Tuning Performance
Quick Start Guide
Tuning Modes
Display Mode
--- E --- Standard Tuning
Eb All strings tuned down 1 semitone
D All strings tuned down 2 semitones
Db All strings tuned down 3 semitones
C All strings tuned down 4 semitones
B All strings tuned down 5 semitones
F 1 Capo at 1st fret
Gb 2 Capo at 2nd fret
G 3 Capo at 3rd fret
Ab 4 Capo at 4th fret
A 5 Capo at 5th fret
Bb 6 Capo at 6th fret
B 7 Capo at 7th fret
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Chromatic Mode
In Chromatic Mode, a single string’s pitch is indicated by a column of
 ve LEDs in the MAIN DISPLAY, and the target pitch’s name appears in
the SECONDARY DISPLAY.
Tune the string until the column of LEDs are centered and “on target”
(left =  at; right = sharp).
Strobe Mode
In Strobe Mode, a single string’s pitch has two indicators:
• Red LEDS to the left ( at) or right (sharp)
of the center LED column
• “Rotating” segments in the display
Tune the string until the rotating segments slow down and stop, and
only the center column of LEDs lights up.
Polyphonic Tuning
In Polyphonic Tuning Mode, strum your guitar and PolyTune Clip will
analyze and display the tuning for all strings. In-tune strings will be
represented by two green LEDs. Out-of-tune strings will be indicated
by two red LEDs below ( at) or above (sharp) the center row.
Changing Reference Pitch
The default reference pitch (A = 440 Hz) can be changed by following
these steps:
1. Press the DISPLAY MODE button and TUNING MODE button
simultaneously. The display will show the current reference
pitch (e.g., “440” for 440 Hz).
2. To increase the reference pitch in 1 Hz steps, press the
TUNING MODE button.
3. To decrease the reference pitch in 1 Hz steps, press the
DISPLAY MODE button.
4. To store the currently-displayed reference pitch, refrain from
pressing either button for 2 seconds. The set reference pitch
will blink 3 times.
(1)
POWER button turns PolyTune Clip on and o . PolyTune Clip
turns o automatically after 5 minutes.
(2)
TUNING MODE button cycles through Tuning Modes with
each button press. If the button is not pressed for 3 seconds,
the display will blink 3 times, and the selected Tuning Mode
will be used.
(3)
DISPLAY MODE button toggles between Needle and
Strobe tuning modes. Press-and-hold for 5 seconds
to toggle between Guitar (G) and Bass (B) modes.
(NOTE: Polyphonic tuning is available in Guitar Mode only.)
(4)
ADAPTIVE DISPLAY ORIENTATION INDICATORS show the
current display direction. The display will automatically  ip to
stay oriented for viewing at all times.
(5)
MAIN DISPLAY shows the pitch of all strings in Polyphonic
Tuning Mode and the individual pitch of the currently-tuned
string in Chromatic/Strobe Tuning Mode.
(6)
SECONDARY DISPLAY shows the detected note name for the
currently-tuned string in Chromatic Tuning Mode.
(5)
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(6)

TC Electronic PolyTune Clip Specifications

General

Product type	Tuner
Product color	Black, Stainless steel, White
Built-in display	Yes

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	60 mm
Width	25 mm
Height	28 mm
Weight	32 g

Summary

Tuning Modes Overview

Strobe Mode Operation

Details how to use Strobe Mode with visual indicators and stopping criteria for accurate tuning.

Polyphonic Tuning Functionality

Explains Polyphonic Tuning, analyzing all strings simultaneously with LED feedback for in-tune status.

Chromatic Mode Indicator

Describes Chromatic Mode's LED column for single string pitch indication and target note display.

Device Controls and Display

Power Button Function

Turns the PolyTune Clip on and off, with automatic shut-off after 5 minutes.

Tuning Mode Button

Cycles through tuning modes; selection is confirmed after 3 seconds of no button press.

Display Mode Button

Toggles between Needle and Strobe tuning modes, and Guitar/Bass modes with a long press.

Adaptive Display Orientation

Automatically flips the display to stay oriented for optimal viewing.

Main and Secondary Displays

Main display shows string pitches; Secondary display shows the detected note name.

Changing Reference Pitch

Reference Pitch Adjustment Steps

Instructions to adjust the default reference pitch (A = 440 Hz) using button presses.

Product Specifications

Tuning Range and Accuracy Details

Covers the tuning range from A0 to C8 and accuracy in chromatic and strobe modes.

Reference Pitch and Battery Type

Specifies the adjustable reference pitch (A4 = 435-445 Hz) and the included battery type.

Physical Dimensions and Weight

Lists the physical dimensions and weight of the PolyTune Clip device.

Safety, Legal, and Compliance

Battery Safety Warning

Critical warning about coin/button cell battery ingestion hazard and chemical burns.

Instrument Finish Caution

Advises on potential damage to instrument finish from prolonged contact with the clip.

FCC Compliance Information

Details the Supplier's Declaration of Conformity with FCC rules for digital devices.