You will be guided step by step on how to mount the Digitaize Strings Module to your instrument.
Inside the box
- Digitaize Module (Main Unit + Sensor Link)
- Sensor
- USB-C Receiver
- USB-C charging cable
What you’ll need additionally:
- tweezers
- approx. 15 minutes time
If you prefer, follow our step-by-step video setup guide here:
Before you start:
Make sure to install the software Digitaize Connect before starting the mounting process. This will allow you to finish up the setup and product registration in one go.
To download Digitaize Connect click here
In case you need help with the software installation process click here
1. Prepare your instrument
- Positioning: Place the instrument horizontally on a stable, clean surface.
- String Removal: Remove the strings. If inexperienced, seek assistance.
- Cleaning: Wipe the fingerboard with a cotton cloth to remove rosin dust. A clean surface is crucial for sensor adherence.
2. Fit the sensor to the instrument
Place the sensor on the fingerboard. Align it to the end of the fingerboard (closer to the bridge) and check the length of the sensor opposed to the one of your fingerboard.
- If the sensor is shorter than the fingerboard, you will notice a gap between the upper edge of the sensor and the nut. Don’t worry, it will work anyway.
Make sure, that, when attaching it, you align the lower side to the edge of the fingerboard.
- if the sensor is longer than the fingerboard, take a scissor and cut the exceeding part, to fit the sensor on the fingerboard.
To make the mounting procedure easier, cut 1-2 mm more, than the overall length of the fingerboard.
NOTE: You can cut the sensor using a sharp scissor. Cut the sensor ALWAYS from the upper part.
3. Attach the sensor
1. Preparation: Peel off the protective strip from the back of the sensor’s foil.
2. Alignment: Align the sensor along the long edge of the fingerboard.
3. Placement: Carefully place the sensor onto the fingerboard, ensuring precise alignment and no air bubbles.
4. Adhesion Process: Press the lower side of the sensor onto the fingerboard and then gently hold the sensor until the glue sets.
4. Seal the sensor
1. Ground Connection: Remove carefully the ground connection’s protective strip, ensuring it doesn’t bend or shift.
Use a tweezer to ease the process.
If the ground strip slips out of position, use a tweezer to gently move it back in position.
This is how the ground strip should look like, when in position.
2. Protective Layer: Carefully remove the protective layer from the paths, holding the upper layer open.
3. Final Sealing: Using both hands, gently press the upper layer down smoothly to the curvature of the fingerboard.
Make sure the sensor is sealed along all edges
The sensor is now correctly mounted.
5. Mount the Digitaize Module
Once you successfully attached the sensor to your instrument, you can proceed to mount the Module on the instrument.
1. Prepare the Sensor Link: Remove the protective slip from the Sensor Link.
2. Insert the Sensor Connector Slip into the Sensor Link’s socket. Avoid pulling or tearing to prevent damage.
3. Attach the Sensor Link: Align the Sensor Link beneath the fingerboard. Press firmly to attach the adhesive layer to the fingerboard’s back.
4. Reassemble the Instrument: Return the strings and bridge to their original positions and tune the instrument.
How the Sensor Link works with the Module:
Connection Mechanism: The Sensor Link serves as the bridge between the sensor and the module. It connects to the module through magnetic force.
Data Transfer: Information is relayed via an 8-pin connection, ensuring efficient data transmission.
Secure Locking: The Sensor Link features a dual-lock system for secure attachment to the module.
5. Connect the module: Lock the module’s lid onto the Sensor Link front side and release.
6. Lock the module: Press on the front part of the module to lock the unit in.
Automatic connection check:
To verify that the Module has proper contact with the Sensor Link (the component attached beneath the fingerboard), an LED provides feedback. Please note that the LED feedback will only indicate the status of the connection between the Module and the Sensor Link after the Module is successfully paired with the Digitaize USB Receiver.
Conditions for Controlling Feedback:
- The Module must be powered on.
- The USB Receiver must be connected.
- The Digitaize software must be installed and running.
LED Feedback Indicators:
Yellow Pulsating Light: Signals an unstable connection between the Module and the Sensor Link. If this occurs, gently press on the front of the Module to ensure it is securely locked in place.
Green/Blue Fading Light: Indicates that the Module has a stable connection with the Sensor Link.