EXIT/RETURN: Press loop EXIT/RETURN (21) to return to the beginning of the previously saved loop from normal play.

PITCH: Pushing the PITCH BUTTON (22) activates the PITCH CONTROL SLIDE (35). The pitch of the CD will change according to the position of the PITCH CONTROL SLIDE (23).

PITCH BEND BUTTONS: Pushing the PITCH BEND BUTTONS (23) will automatically raise the pitch up to +4% or lower the pitch down to -4% from the existing pitch setting. Releasing the buttons will return the pitch to the original pitch setting. You can use this function to match the pitch bend when mixing from one song to another.

PITCH CONTROL SLIDE: Moving the PITCH CONTROL SLIDE (24) up or down will lower or raise the pitch percentage.

OPERATIONS:

1.Press the OPEN/CLOSE (8) button, place a CD in the DISC TRAY (7) and press the OPEN/CLOSE (8) button again. The tray will close into the unit.

2.Push the TRACK (13) buttons to select the track you want to play.

3.Press the PLAY/PAUSE (11) buttons and the unit will instantly play.

CUES:

FLY CUE:

The FLY CUE function lets you set cues “on the fly” with the press of a button. Press FLY CUE when the disc reaches the musical location you wish to make your cue or start point. The cue point is now programmed. Press CUE to return to the cue point. Press PLAY/PAUSE and the unit instantly starts from this pre-programmed spot.

PLAY CUE:

1.To pre-program a cue point (the spot on a CD at which you want play to start) select the proper track and push PLAY/PAUSE so the unit enters the PLAY mode. (PLAY/PAUSE LED glows green).

When the CD reaches the approximate musical spot you wish to make your cue, push PLAY/PAUSE so the unit enters the PAUSE mode (PLAY/ PAUSE LED blinks). Move the SEARCH DIAL forward or in reverse until the precise spot at which you want CD play to begin is located. Push PLAY/PAUSE. The cue point is now programmed. Press CUE to return to this pre-programmed cue point at any time. Push PLAY/PAUSE and the unit will instantly play from the pre-selected spot.

2.To fine tune your pre-programmed cue point, push PLAY/PAUSE so the unit enters the PLAY mode. Push the CUE button and the CD will return to the cue point you programmed in step #1 and begin play from that point. If you decide this cue or starting point is okay, leave the unit alone until you are ready to play.

3.If, however, the selected spot is not exactly where you want it, push the CUE button while the CD is playing and the disc will return to the pre- programmed cue point. Locate the exact spot on the CD at which you want play to start by turning the SEARCH DIAL. Push PLAY/PAUSE to pre-program this new cue point. Press the CUE button to pause play at the new cue point. Push PLAY/PAUSE at any time and the unit will play from the pre-selected spot.

NOTE: DURING FINE TUNING THERE WILL BE A STUTTER EFFECT (TO HELP YOU FIND THE BEAT). THE STUTTERING EFFECT WILL END WHEN YOU PRESS THE PLAY/PAUSE (11) TO SAVE THE CUE POINT.

TROUBLESHOOTING:

If the disk will not play, check to see if the disc was loaded correctly (label side up). Also check the disc for excessive dirt, scratches, etc.

If the disc turns but there is no sound, check the cable connections. If they are okay, check your amplifier or receiver.

If the CD skips, check the CD for dirt or scratches. Do not assume that the CD player is defective. Many CDs are recorded out of spec and will skip on most or all CD players. Before sending the unit in for repair, try playing a CD that you are sure plays properly.

IN THE USA: IF YOU EXPERIENCE PROBLEMS WITH THIS UNIT, PLEASE CALL 1 (732) 738-9003 FOR GEMINI CUSTOMER SERVICE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RETURN THIS EQUIPMENT TO YOUR DEALER.

SPECIFICATIONS:

GENERAL:

 

Type

Compact Disc Player

Disc Type

Standard Compact discs (12 cm & 8 cm)

Time Display

Track Elapsed, Track Remain, or Total remain

Variable Pitch

± 12% Slider with Resume Switch

Pitch Bend

± 16% Maximum

Instant Start

Within 0.03 seconds

Track Selection

1 to 99 Tracks

Installation

19" each

Dimensions

19” x 3.5” x 10”

Weight Per Unit

9.5 lbs.

AUDIO SECTION:

 

Quantization

1 Bit Linear/Channel, 3 Beam Laser

Oversampling Rate

8 Times

Sampling Frequency

44.1 kHz

Frequency Response

20 Hz to 20 kHz

Digital Output

IEC958

Total Harmonic Distortion

Less Than 0.05%

Signal to Noise Ratio

104 dB

Dynamic Range

98 dB

Channel Separation

90 dB (1 KHz)

Output Level

1.9 Volts R.M.S.

Power Supply

AC 115/230V, 60/50 Hz

SPECIFICATIONS AND DESIGN ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

WITHOUT NOTICE FOR PURPOSE OF IMPROVEMENT.

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Gemini CDX-402 manual Operations, Troubleshooting, Specifications, General, Audio Section

CDX-402 specifications

The Gemini CDX-402 is a cutting-edge compact disc player that has garnered significant attention for its advanced features and superior audio performance. Designed with both audiophiles and casual listeners in mind, the CDX-402 blends modern technology with user-friendly functionality.

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