INTRODUCTION:

Congratulations on purchasing the Gemini CDX-1210 Professional 2U Single MP3/CD Player. This unit is backed by a 1-year warranty*. Prior to use, we urge that you understand all instructions and features.

FEATURES:

-Audio CD, CD-R, & MP3 compatible -Anti-shock using RAM buffer memory -1/8” (3.5mm) MP3 player input

-IR Remote Control for playback and other functionality -Auxiliary output volume control

-Large blue backlit LCD display with text for MP3’s -Instant reverse for added effect

-Brake mode for vinyl-like stops

-3 Selectable Jog modes Scratch Effect/Cue Search/ Pitch Bend

-Instant-start & cue with preview -Single & continuous play modes -One seamless loop with reloop -XLR balanced Output

-High-speed SEARCH using search buttons -Pitch bend via jog wheel or buttons +/- 16% -Three mode time selection

-Frame accurate search

-Rubber jog wheel with finger grips

-Variable pitch control with three settings +/- 4, 8 & 16%

SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS:

Laser Diode Properties

Material: Ga - Al - As

Wavelength: 755 - 815 nm (25° C)

Laser Output: Continuous Wave, max. 0.5 mW

PRECAUTIONS:

1.Do not use this CD player at temperatures below 41°F/5°C or higher than 95°F/35°C.

2.The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and no objects filled with liquids such as vas- es should be placed on the apparatus.

3.Place the unit in a clean and dry location.

4.Do not place the unit in an unstable location.

5.When disconnecting the power cord from the AC out- let, always grasp by the plug. Never pull the power cord.

6.To prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover or the bottom screws.

7.There are NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

Please refer to a qualified technician.

(IN THE USA ~ IF YOU EXPERIENCE PROBLEMS WITH THIS UNIT CALL GEMINI CUSTOMER SERVICE AT: 1(732) 346-0061. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RETURN THIS EQUIP-

MENT TO YOUR DEALER)

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8.Do not use chemical solvents to clean the unit.

9.Keep the laser pickup clean by keeping the tray closed.

10.Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

CONNECTIONS:

1POWER: Plug in the power cord of the CDX-1210.

2LINE OUTPUT JACKS: Plug one end of the included RCA cable into LINE OUTPUT JACKS on the rear panel. Plug the other end of the RCA connectors into any available line input jacks on your mixer. If you are connecting the CDX-1210 through a receiver, you can plug the RCA con- nectors into the CD AUX INPUT JACKS on your receiver. If there are no CD or AUX INPUTS use any line level (not phono) inputs.

3XLR OUTPUT (BALANCED): Allows you to connect bal- anced XLR cables to LINE OUT of the CDX-1210. Both the RCA and XLR outputs can be used at the same time but are both controlled via the same VOL CONTROL.

FUNCTIONS:

4POWER: Once you have connected all your cables, you can turn the CDX-1210’s POWER on by pressing the POW- ER button, pressing the button a second time will turn off the unit.

5DISC TRAY: The DISC TRAY is where the CD is held during loading, unloading and playback, and holds both 12 cm and 8cm CD’s. (DO NOT FORCE THE CD TRAY TO CLOSE. EXCESSIVE FORCE WILL DAMAGE THE CD MECHANISM, USE THE OPEN AND CLOSE BUTTONS)

6EJECT BUTTON: Pressing the EJECT BUTTON will open or close the DISC TRAY. The DISC TRAY the will not eject in PLAY mode.

7JOG WHEEL: In SEARCH MODE the JOG WHEEL can be used to search forward or backwards in the music track, as well as for fine adjustments to a CUE point in PAUSE mode. In PITCH BEND mode the JOG WHEEL will func- tion the same as the PITCH BEND allowing you to speed up (FORWARD) or slow down (REWIND) the music clock- wise being (FORWARD) and counter clockwise being (RE- WIND).

8JOG MODE BUTTON: When the JOG MODE BUTTON is illuminated it indicates the JOG WHEEL is in SEARCH MODE, and when not illuminated it indicates that the JOG WHEEL is in PITCH BEND MODE. When blinking, the JOG WHEEL is in SCRATCH MODE.

9DISPLAY: The DISPLAY shows the track number, pitch val- ue, pitch bend, single, continue (for continuous play), play/ pause modes, fast forward/reverse modes, loop mode,

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CDX-1210 specifications

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