Peterson StroboPlus HD User Manual

Peterson Electro-Musical Products, Inc. © 2013

FCC Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the manufacturer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Caution

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could cause the
module to cease to comply with FCC rules part 15, and thus void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Warranty

We warrant this product to be free of defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one year after delivery to
the original purchaser. Our obligation under this warranty is limited to the replacement or repair of any part or
parts which prove upon our examination to be defective.
This warranty does not apply to damage resulting from transportation, misuse, abuse, or alteration. The complete
unit must be returned to our factory, transportation charges prepaid. In order to speed the return of the unit to you,
it is recommended that for all repairs, other than those required as a result of shipping damage, you deal directly

with our factory. Be sure to include a brief description of the difficulty you are experiencing and your return
address. In case of damage in shipment, a claim should be filed with the carrier.

Many issues can easily be resolved by utilizing the extensive knowledge base and Helpdesk utility on our website
at www.PetersonTuners.com/helpdesk .

The above warranty is contingent upon registration within 10 days of the date of receipt of the product by the
original purchaser. The warranty conveys specific legal rights to the purchaser; other rights vary from state to state
and internationally. Register on-line at: www.PetersonTuners.com/warranty

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Peterson SP-1 StroboPlus HD™ tuner. The StroboPlus is configured as a visual and
audio tuner as supplied. It is also possible to upgrade this product to add the features of a Peterson BodyBeat
Sync® BBS-1 metronome* using its USB connection. When upgrading, you may also purchase a Peterson Vibe
Clip™, which allows the metronome to give tactile feedback as well as providing an audible beat. To purchase
this upgrade and a Vibe Clip, please go to www.PetersonTuners.com/connect .

*except wireless synchronization of multiple units

Included Items

1 StroboPlus HD
1 Owner’s Manual
1 3.7V Lithium Ion Battery
1 Micro USB Cable

Power

The StroboPlus™ contains a powerful internal rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Before initial use, this battery will
need to be installed and charged fully, using either a USB power adapter or by connecting the StroboPlus to a
computer USB port via the USB cable. The StroboPlus can run off of USB power alone. Charging time is
approximately 2 hours. To conserve battery life, the StroboPlus will power off after 10 minutes of inactivity if not
in use. In addition, the LCD backlight will turn off after 10 seconds of inactivity. If the battery voltage becomes

too low, the StroboPlus will power off to protect its lithium-ion battery. If required, additional rechargeable
lithium-ion batteries can be purchased from the Peterson Online Store at www.PetersonTuners.com. In situations
where there is no access to a computer, a power adapter plug is also available from the Peterson Online Store.

Tripod mount

The StroboPlus has a standard tripod screw mount on the back so that you can use a variety of connection devices
to mount it on an instrument, mic stand or other convenient place. See the Peterson website to purchase a holder
appropriate to your needs.

Optional Accessories

Optional accessories for the StroboPlus include the StroboPlus Pitch HolderTMmounting bracket, StroboPlus
adapter for StroboFlip style Pitch Holder, TP-3 Tuning Pickup, additional rechargeable 3.7V Lithium Ion battery
and A/C adapter. These items are all available from the Peterson Online Store at www.PetersonTuners.com or
from your local Peterson Dealer.

Reading the Strobe Display

Your tuner’s display features two concentric strobe bands. Underneath the strobe bands, the note name is
displayed as a large letter along with a number indicating the octave from which it is derived. To tune, play a note
on your instrument and carefully adjust its tuning until the strobe bands stop moving or are “caged“. If the note
you are tuning is too sharp, the bands will drift to the right; if flat, they will move to the left.

New to Strobe Tuning?

If you are new to strobe tuners, you’ll notice that they are much more sensitive and accurate than your previous
tuner. If you are tuning a stringed instrument, you may need to adjust your “touch“ when you pluck a string to
tune. Initially, instead of a plectrum or pick, use your finger or thumb to gently pluck the string or simply reduce
the volume of your instrument until you become accustomed to tuning accurately. In the case of guitars and
basses, check your instrument’s intonation before tuning, see “Guitar & Bass Intonation Tips” elsewhere in this
manual for instructions on how to do this. Owning a Peterson means you can do your own set-up work on your
instruments.

Connections

AUDIO INPUT

VOLUME

AUDIO

OUTPUT

USB

VIBE CLIP

HEADPHONE

(Press to sel

SPEAKER

INDICATOR

LED

OUTPUT

MICROPHONE

OUTPUT

SOCKET

CONTROL

SOCKET

SELECT KNOB

ect)

Headphone Output

The internal speaker is disabled and the output is routed to the 3.5 mm jack when a plug is inserted. This output
functions also as a line-out for connection to a P.A.

Vibe Clip™ Output

For use with a Vibe Clip (if the tuner is upgraded to tuner/metronome). See metronome instructions for more
information.

USB/Power Socket

This socket can be used to power or recharge the StroboPlus internal battery from any standard 5V cell phone­style charger with a micro USB connector or from the USB connection on a computer. The socket is also used to
connect via computer to the Peterson website for updating the firmware or uploading custom settings or
configurations for the StroboPlus.

Thru/Output Jack ¼”

The input signal is routed to this jack for output to an amplifier or other sound equipment.

Microphone

The built-in microphone picks up the acoustic sound of the instrument to be tuned.

Volume Control

This control adjusts the volume of the audio tones, or metronome if equipped with the metronome feature.

Input Jack ¼”

To tune, plug the instrument’s output cable, external microphone, or a Peterson “TP” vibration tuning pickup into
this input jack. When this input jack is occupied, the built-in microphone is disabled.