Gemini CFX-30 Introduction, Features, Safety Certifications, Cautions, Line Voltage Selection

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on purchasing the Gemini CFX-30 Professional FX CD Player. This state of the art professional CD player is backed by a three year warranty, excluding lasers. Lasers are backed by a one year warranty on CD lasers. Prior to use, we suggest that you carefully read all the instructions.

FEATURES

-Audio CD, CD-R, CD-RW compatible

-8 DSP effects: Filter, Zoom, Echo, Pan, Reverse, Trans, Brake & Scratch

-Precise Dry/Wet FX parameter, dimmer, start & brake rotary controls

-5 Fly cues & 4 sampler memory buttons

-Front loading slot-in tray with large "Disc in slot" LED

-Large blue LCD display w/ dimmer

-Single/auto-cue, continuous & 3-way time selection

-Easy to operate memo button for cueing & sampling

-Soft-touch rubber dial with finger grooves

-Vinyl/CD jog mode function

-Frame-accurate search & cue

-Master cue has hot-start feature

-Quick-track selection knob

-Seamless loop featuring reloop/stutter & loop editing

-4%, 8%, 16% & 100% variable pitch with OFF mode

-Pitch bend for jog wheel or buttons

-Programmable direct-access rubber keypad

-Key lock & BPM controls

-Buffer ram anti-shock memory (10 seconds)

-Coaxial RCA digital output

-Soft touch buttons with bright LEDs

SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS:

Laser Diode Properties

Material: Ga - Al - As

Wavelength: 755 - 815 nm (25° C)

Laser Output: Continuous Wave, max. 0.5mW

CAUTIONS:

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 vases should be placed on the appa- ratus. Place the unit in a clean and dry location.

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

4.When disconnecting the power cord from an AC outlet, always grasp it by the plug. Never pull the power cord.

5.To prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover or the bottom screws. THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Please refer servicing to a qualified technician.

IN THE USA ~ IF YOU EXPERIENCE PROBLEMS WITH THIS UNIT CALL GEMINI CUSTOMER SERVICE AT: 1 (732) 738-9003. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RETURN THIS

EQUIPMENT TO YOUR DEALER.

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

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

LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION:

Model CFX-30is a dual voltage unit. It will operate at 115 or 230 volts. To set the proper voltage, follow these steps:

1.Place the head of a screwdriver in the groove of the VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH (2) found on the rear panel.

2.Flip the switch to 115 or 230 volts.

3.Do not force or twist the switch. Excessive force may cause damage. If the switch does not move smoothly, contact a qualified technician.

CONNECTIONS:

1.Before making any connections, please make sure the POWER SWITCH (1) is in the off position. All connections are located on the REAR panel of the CD player. Please refer to the diagram of this model on page 4.

2.Included with your CFX-30is a power cord. Plug one end of the power cord in to the AC IN (3). Plug the other end in to the nearest available power output.

3.Plug one end of a set of RCA connectors into each of the LINE OUT- PUT JACKS (4).

4.Plug the other end of the RCA connectors into any available line level input jacks on your mixer. If you are playing the CFX-30through a receiver, you can plug the RCA connectors into the CD or AUX input jacks on your receiver. If there are no CD or AUX inputs, use any line level (except phono) inputs.

5.The DIGITAL OUTPUT- RCA (5) jack is for connecting this unit to any type of DAT, MD, HARD DISK RECORDER, or any other type of device that accepts digital signals.

FUNCTIONS:

1.POWER SWITCH: After making sure that the VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH (2), found on the rear panel, is properly set, plug the unit in and press the POWER SWITCH (1) to ON. The unit will turn on and the blue LCD (12) screen will illuminate. Turn off the unit by pressing the POWER SWITCH (1) to OFF to when not in use.

2.DISC IN SLOT: The DISC IN SLOT (10) is where the CD is held. When a disc is in the slot, the blue LED (9) bar will be illuminated above the slot and the LCD (12) will read the TOTAL TIME and TRACKS on the disc. When a CD is not in the unit, the LCD (12) will show NO DISC.

3.STOP/EJECT: Press STOP/EJECT (6) once to STOP, twice and/or hold to EJECT the CD.

4.CUE: With the unit is in the play mode, and after memorizing the cue point, pressing the CUE (7) button will cause the CD player to enter pause mode at the memorized cue point. Holding down the CUE (7) button changes the cue function to preview (allowing you to hear the music play from the cue point). Releasing the CUE (7) button returns you to the preset cue point in pause mode. If a cue point is not memo- rized, pressing the CUE (7) button in play mode will not begin cue selection.

5.PLAY/PAUSE: Each press of the PLAY/PAUSE (8) button causes the operation to change from play mode to pause mode or vice versa.

6.LCD: The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD (12)) shows the track num- bers, play mode, pause mode, playback, effects, dry/wet parame- ters, loops, tempo, pitch, and programmed settings.

7.PLAYBACK DISPLAY: The PLAYBACK DISPLAY (11) displays 3 dif- ferent time displays, the time elapsed, the total time remaining, and the track time remaining until play ends. PLAYBACK DISPLAY (11) flashes slowly when the track has 30 seconds left. The PLAYBACK DISPLAY (11) flashes quickly when the track has 15 seconds left.

8.TRACK SKIP/+10: The TRACK SKIP (13) rotary control lets you select the track to play. Push the TRACK SKIP (13) rotary control and you will advance through the CD track listing in multiples of ten.

9.JOG MODE: The JOG MODE (22) button is used to convert the JOG WHEEL (23) from pitch bend to fast forward/rewind in CD mode. This means the unit will sound just like a CD player in fast forward or rewind when searching in JOG MODE (22). Press the JOG MODE (22) button and then use the JOG WHEEL (23) to move forward or reverse while in play mode. Use the JOG MODE (22) button in pause mode and the unit will enter into stutter mode. Move the JOG WHEEL (23) clockwise to fast forward. Move the JOG WHEEL (23) counter clockwise to rewind.

10.JOG WHEEL: The JOG WHEEL (23) has multiple functions:

Use the JOG WHEEL (23) to bend the pitch for precise synchroniza- tion in play mode during a mix.

The JOG WHEEL (23) is also used for frame accurate positioning in pause mode. This positioning on the track may then be memorized as a point of CUE (7). You will notice that the unit will enter into stutter mode when making your adjustments in pause mode. See the CUE INSTRUCTIONS section for more information.

In conjunction with the JOG MODE (22) button, the JOG WHEEL (23) is used for fast forward/rewind. SEE JOG MODE (22) for more informa- tion.

In conjunction with the SCRATCH (39) button, the JOG WHEEL (23) is used for precise cuts and scratches, as the unit enters into vinyl mode. You may also fast forward or rewind as if you were using vinyl.

In conjunction with the DSP effects buttons (FILTER, ZOOM, ECHO, etc.) the JOG WHEEL (23) is used to modify the parameters of select- ed effect for sound augmentation of the track in play mode.

11.KEY: Pressing the KEY (26) button activates the KEY LOCK function. With this feature engaged, using the PITCH SLIDE CONTROL (21) will only modify the tempo of the track playing, without changing the key or tone.

12.SINGLE: Pressing the SINGLE (24) button activates the AUTO-CUEfunction. The AUTO-CUEfunction causes the unit to pause at the point in the selected track, where the music begins. This feature allows you to start play immediately at the beginning of the music without any blank space (which exists at the beginning of every track).

Pressing the SINGLE (24) button a second time activates the CONTIN- UOUS function causing the unit to play continuously (after the last track, the unit will return to the first track of the disc and continue to play).

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