Gemini MM-4000 manual Introduction, Features, Precautions, Connections, Controls

INTRODUCTION:

Congratulations on your purchase of Gemini MM-400019” 4 channel stereo mixer with effects. This-state-of-the-art mixer features the latest technological advances and is backed by a 1 year warranty, excluding the cross fader. The cross fader is backed by a separate 90 day warranty. Prior to use we suggest that you carefully read all the instructions.

FEATURES:

-4U 19" rack mounted audio EFX mixer

-4 stereo channels

-6 line and 2 phono RCA inputs

-1 balanced XLR master microphone input

-4 unbalanced ¼” (6.35mm jack) Mic channel inputs

-Master, zone & record RCA outputs

-Balanced XLR master output

-3 band rotary line EQ control per channel

-8 effect DSP module w/16 presets

PRECAUTIONS:

1.All instructions should be read before using this equipment.

2.To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not open the unit. Please refer all servicing needs to a Gemini-qualified service technician.

3.Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight or a heat source such as a radiator or stove.

4.This unit should be cleaned only with a damp cloth. Avoid sol- vents or other cleaning detergents.

5.When moving this equipment it should be placed in its original carton and packaging. This will reduce the risk of damage during transit.

6.DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

7.DO NOT USE SPRAY CLEANERS OR LUBRICANTS ON CONTROLS, SURFACES OR SWITCHES.

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 EQUIPMENT TO YOUR DEALER.

CONNECTIONS:

1POWER INLET

The MM-4000comes with a standard three prong power cord. The power section of the MM-4000is fused protected. Replace fuses with only 250v 500mAL fuses. For foriegn voltages you can switch the voltage selector from 115v to 230V

2BALANCED OUTPUTS

The MM-4000has balanced XLR outputs controlled by the master output rotary

3The MASTER RCA OUTPUT

connects the mixer to your main amplifier using standard audio cables with RCA-type connectors.

4The RECORD RCA OUTPUT

The RECORD output jacks can be used to connect the mixer to the record input of your recording unit, thus enabling you to record your mix with RCA cables.

5The ZONE OUTPUT is the same as the MASTER output but has its own seperate volume control, you can use the ZONE OUTPUT to

control a seperate set of speakers for example in the DJ booth or seperate bar/outdoor area.ZONE OUTPUT

MM-4000

6CHANNEL INPUTS

Now you may plug the RCA’s from your playable medium into each input to be connected to their respective CHANNELS (CH).

The MM-4000has eight (8) inputs, (2) of which are PHONO inputs and are pre-amped for turntable use. There is also a grounding screw for both PHONO inputs located between channel (1) and channel (2) on the rear panel (see below).

NOTE: CONNECTING A LINE LEVEL DEVICE TO A PH INPUT MAY CAUSE THAT

MIXER CHANNEL TO OVERLOAD AND OR DISTORT.

7GROUNDING SCREW

When using (a) turntable(s), you will need to ground the RCA cable(s) by screwing in the grounding fork(s) to the GROUNDING SCREW located on the rear panel of the MM-4000mixer.

Attach a PHONO (Turntable) ground line to the silver GROUND THUMB SCREW that is situated at the bottom middle of the rear panel.

8MIC (MICROPHONE) INPUTS

The MM-4000has 5 MIC (MICROPHONE) inputs 1 main mic input located on the top panel, which is controlled by its own volume rotary, and four auxiliary MIC inputs located on the back panel. The AUX MIC inputs are controlled by thier corresponding channels fader, when that channels selector switch (12) is set to the MIC position.

HEADPHONE OUTPUT

9The HEADPHONE OUTPUT located at the front bottom right hand corner of the MM-4000will accept any headphone with a standard 1/4” connector and or adapter and will allow you to CUE your music program before you play it, you can adjust the volume and PGM mix of the HEADPHONE (see CONTROLS).

Then when all of your connections have been made turn on the mixer by pressing the POWER SWITCH.

CONTROLS:

10	MICROPHONE VOLUME
	Allows you to adjust the volume of the microphone signal for MIC
	input (1) which is located above this volume rotary (see above) .
11	MICROPHONE EQ and TALKOVER SWITCH
	The MICROPHONE EQ Let’s you to control the low frequency and
	the high frequency of the microphone signal.The TALKOVER switch
	allows you to quickly attenuate the main output so the microphone
	can be heard over the main music program.
	MIXER CHANNELS
	(NOTE: ALL 4 CHANNELS HAVE THE SAME FEATURES)
12	CHANNEL INPUT SELECTOR
	The CHANNEL INPUT SELECTOR switches allow you to choose
	which input will be controlled by that channels corresponding
	volume FADER.
	For example on CHANNEL (1) the INPUT SELECTOR allows you to
	choose between PHONO 1,LINE 1 and MIC 2 , and also on
	CHANNEL (2) you can switch between PHONO 2, LINE 2 and
	MIC 3 and on CHANNEL (3) you can select either LINE 3,LINE 4 or
	MIC 4 input, then on CHANNEL (4) you can choose between
	LINE 5, LINE 6 and MIC 5.
13	CHANNEL ROTARY GAIN
	The CHANNEL ROTARY GAIN allows you to boost the signal of

each individual channel depending on how low or high its input level is.

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