Panasonic SL-DZ1200 manual Basic function settings, Instant play Instant Change

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Basic function settings

operations

Selecting TURNTABLE mode or

Basic

CD PLAYER mode

You can select to use the unit as a turntable, or as a CD player.

 

On the rear panel, switch [MODE] to either TURNTABLE or CD PLAYER

TURNTABLE : A mode for DJ play, all functions are useable.

Panel data ( page 19) set on this unit is memorized on this unit.

When using CD-R, CD-RW MP3 files, the total number of tracks and total album number are not displayed. Confirm by switch- ing to the CD PLAYER mode.

CD PLAYER:

The mode best suited for play as an audio player.

You can use DJ play functions excluding the following limited func- tions.

Limited functions

Panel data cannot be automatically stored or read.

The platter does not rotate. The platter slip surface cannot be operated.

The auto cue and cue bank functions do not work.

The instant change function does not work.

Automatic settings immediately after switching modes

The RESET lamp comes on and returns to normal play speed.

DJ play functions like dynamic effect and so on are automati-

cally switched off.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic play operation ( page 12-13)changes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In step 2, switch to the CD PLAYER side.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In step 5, press [PLAY/PAUSE]

Total play time

and play of the first track begins,

(Hours, Minutes, Seconds)

and once the end of track is

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

reached the PLAY/PAUSE lamp

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

goes out and play stops.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Display indicator when stopped

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When using CD, SD Audio:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Total play time is displayed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When using CD-R, CD-RW MP3 files:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The total number of tracks and

Total number

Total number

total number of albums are dis-

of tracks

 

 

 

of albums

played.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To start play

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Press [PLAY/PAUSE].

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To stop play

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Press [CUE STOP].

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To eject the CD

During play, you can also press the CD eject button to eject the disc.

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Instant play (INSTANT CHANGE)

When in the TURNTABLE mode and Instant Change is off, the sound when starting and pausing is synchronized with the starting and stop- ping of the platter. When Instant Change is on, just like pressing [PLAY/ PAUSE] on a normal CD player, play is paused or starts instantly. This is a feature specific to digital turntables.

Press [INSTANT CHANGE]

The INSTANT CHANGE lamp lights.

Pressing [INSTANT CHANGE] again will cancel the setting.

The Instant Change on or off setting for each CD or SD Memory Card is stored to memory, and the setting is restored once the set media is re-inserted.

Using the FREE WHEEL mode

While in TURNTABLE mode

Press [PUSH]

The platter drive motor stops. When play-

ing, the platter comes to a gradual stop, and the sound playing is synchronized to the platters movement.

The strobo illuminator light goes out, and FREE WHEEL indicator the FREE WHEEL indicator flashes in the

display.

You can press [PUSH] again to release.

Turning the power off will erase the settings.

Adjusting the platter brake

While in TURNTABLE mode, you can adjust the brake speed for the platter to come to a stop by pressing [PLAY/PAUSE] during play.

On the rear panel, turn [BRAKE]

S (Slow) direction : Slow stop

F (Fast) direction : Fast stop

Adjusting the auto cue level

When the Auto Cue function is on ( page 12), depending on the track, the auto cue point may not be set at the point just before where the audio begins. In this situation you can adjust the auto cue level.

1.Press and hold [•DISPLAY ANGLE –FUNCTION] for more than 2 seconds until the display changes

2.Press [] and from the display select “AUTO CUE LEVEL”

“LEVEL –60 dB” appears in the display (initial settings example).

3. Press [– ], [+ ] and select the level:

Select from –36 dB, –42dB, –48 dB, –54 dB, –60 dB, –66 dB, –72 dB, –78 dB

Sound that is lower than the set level is skipped as null sound.

4. Press [•DISPLAY ANGLE –FUNCTION]

The selection is automatically set if you do not press [•DISPLAY ANGLE –FUNCTION] within 5 seconds.

The set auto cue level for each CD or SD Memory Card is stored to memory, and the setting is restored once the set media is re- inserted.

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Contents Direct Drive Digital Turntable Table of contents Product serviceListening caution UseImportant Safety Instructions Before useFront panel Main featuresControl panel Rear panelFront panel Component part namesControl panel Rear panelPlatter setup SetupListening with the headphones Connecting with the DJ mixerConnecting with other mixers ConnectionsConnecting to equipment with digital input terminals Connecting the control terminals for relay playConnecting with the stereo amplifier Not using the DJ mixer Inserting-removing a disc or SD Memory Card Displaying the remaining time Display indicatorAdjusting the display contrast Changing the display anglePlaying a CD or SD Memory Card basic play Auto Cue function Turntable mode onlyTurn Volume Playing CD-R and CD-RW discsSwitch Play Select to select the me- dia to be used Press Power OFF onSwitch Mode to Turntable Insert a disc or SD Memory CardAdjusting the platter brake Basic function settingsUsing the Free Wheel mode Adjusting the auto cue levelBasic play for DJs Platter operationsChanging play with your hand AdvancedLocking the pitch Changing tempo and direction of playChanging tempo Reverse play Reversing the platterPlaying from memory Setting the cue point at any pointSetting the auto cue point Play from the stored pointStore desired points to memory and play loop play Playing from memoryStoring to the CUE Pads and playing Erasing cue pad, sample pad, loop play data Select play mode and playRecording to the Sample Pads and playing Recording to the Sample Pads in real-timeChange sound with combined per Changing the soundChanging sound to simulate analog FormanceInsert a SD Memory Card Saving to a SD Memory Card, RecallingSaving to a SD Memory Card Save the dataRecalling loading data saved on a Formatting the SD Memory CardRegarding MP3 albums and SD audio SD Memory CardUsing two units for relay play Using with other equipmentStart play using the mixer’s fader Using the amplifier and other equipmentLinking different tracks Unit’s initialize memory functionGlossary Initializing this unit’s memoryReference Handling SD Memory CardsConcerning CDs Problem Cause Solution Frequently asked questionsTroubleshooting guide Question AnswerSpecifications Error messagesMaintenance To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry clothElectric Corporation of America Puerto Rico, Inc. PSC Panasonic/Technics DJ Products Limited WarrantyLimited warranty only for U.S.A