MPX-40 PROFESSIONAL EFX CD PLAYER
INTRODUCTION:
Congratulations on purchasing the GEMINIi
FEATURES:
-Audio CD, MP3,
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-Disc identification system for memorizing cue points
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-3 fly cues & 2 eight second sampler banks
-10 sec.
-Seamless loop with reloop &
-Key lock & BPM counter
-Pitch bend via jog wheel or buttons
-Variable pitch slide control with ranges of 4%, 8%, 16%, 100%
-Adjustable brake control & reverse
-+10 track selection
-Dual jog mode function
-Single/continuous play modes
-Three time display modes
-Large blue backlit LCD display
-Coaxial RCA digital output
-Sleep mode
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 & no objects filled with liquids such as vases should be placed on the apparatus. Place the unit in a clean & 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 serv- icing to a qualified technician.
6.Do not use chemical solvents to clean the unit.
7.Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
8.In the USA ~ if you experience problems with this unit call GEMINI CUSTOMER SERVICE at: 1 (732)
HTTP://WWW.GEMINIDJ.COM/SUPPORT.HTML. Do not attempt to
return this equipment to your dealer.
LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION:
Model
steps:
1.Place the head of a screwdriver in the groove of the VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH (1) found on the rear panel.
2.Flip the switch to 115 V or 230 V.
3.Do not force or twist the switch. Excessive force may cause damage. If the switch does not move smoothly, contact a qual-
ified technician.
CONNECTIONS:
1.Before making any connections, please make sure the POWER SWITCH (4) 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 3.
2.Included with your
3.Plug one end of a set of RCA cable connectors into the RCA
OUTLET (5).
4.Plug the other end of the RCA connectors into any avail- able line level input jacks on your mixer. If you are playing the
there are no CD or AUX inputs, use any line level (except phono) inputs.
5.The DIGITAL OUT (6) jack is for connecting this unit to any type of computer, DAT, MD, HARD DISC RECORDER, or any other type of device that accepts digital signals.
FUNCTIONS:
1.POWER SWITCH: After making sure that the VOLTAGE SELECTOR
SWITCH (1), found on the rear panel, is properly set, plug the unit in
&press the POWER SWITCH (4) to ON. The unit will turn ON & the blue LCD (16) screen will illuminate. Turn OFF the unit by pressing the POWER SWITCH (4) to OFF to when not in use.
2.DISC IN SLOT: The DISC IN
SLOT (7) is where the CD is held. When a disc is in the slot, the blue LED & bar will be illuminated above the slot & the LCD (16)
will show the total tracks & time on the disc. When a CD is not in the unit, the LCD (16) will show NO DISC.
3.STOP/EJECT: Press STOP/EJECT (10) once to stop, twice &/or hold to eject the CD.
4.CUE: The CUE (9) button is used to store the exact moment at which a track will begin playing. Use the CUE (9) button to
aid in program mixing. While the unit is in the play mode, & after memorizing the cue point, pressing CUE (9) will cause the CD play-
er to enter pause mode at the memorized cue point. Holding down CUE (9) changes the cue function to preview (allowing you to hear the music play from the cue point). Releasing CUE (9)
returns you to the preset cue point in pause mode. If a cue point is not memorized, pressing CUE (9) in play mode will not begin cue selection.
5.PLAY/PAUSE: Each press of the PLAY/PAUSE (8) causes the oper- ation to change from play mode to pause mode or vice versa.
6.LCD: The LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY (LCD (16)) shows the track numbers, play mode, pause mode, playback display, loops, tempo, & pitch. The playback display shows 3 different time displays the time elapsed, the total time remaining, & the track time remaining until play ends. The playback display bar flashes slowly when the track has
30seconds left. The playback display bar flashes quickly when the track has 15 seconds left.
7.TRACK SKIP +10: The TRACK SKIP +10 (15) rotary control lets you select the track to play. Push TRACK SKIP +10 (15) to advance through the track list by increments of ten.
8.JOG MODE: The JOG MODE (21) button is used to con-
vert the JOG WHEEL (22) from pitch bend to fast forward/rewind. When deactivated movements of the JOG WHEEL (22) will bend the pitch of a playing audio track for precise beat adjustments when mixing. Press the JOG MODE (21) button & then use the JOG WHEEL (22) to move forward or reverse while in play mode. Use the JOG MODE (21) button in pause mode & the unit will enter into stutter mode. Move the JOG WHEEL (22) clockwise to fast forward. Move the JOG WHEEL (22) counter clockwise to
rewind.
9.JOG WHEEL: The JOG WHEEL (22) has multiple functions:
Use the JOG WHEEL (22) to bend the pitch for precise synchronization in play mode during a mix. The JOG WHEEL (22) is also used for frame accu- rate positioning in pause mode. This positioning on
the track may then be memorized as a point of CUE/RECALL (9). You will notice that the unit will enter into stutter mode when mak- ing your adjustments in pause mode. See the CUE section for more information.
In conjunction with the JOG MODE (21) button, the JOG WHEEL (22) is used for fast forward/rewind. See JOG MODE
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