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MPX-40 PROFESSIONAL EFX CD PLAYER

INTRODUCTION:

Congratulations on purchasing the GEMINIi MPX-40

PROFESSIONAL EFX MP3 CD PLAYER. This state of the art pro-

fessional CD player is backed by a ONEyear warranty, and a 90 day

warranty on lasers.Prior to use, we sugg est that you carefully read all

the instructions.

FEATURES:

- Audio CD,MP3, CD-R, & CD-RW compatible

- Slot-loading CD mechanism

-Full MP3 File and Folder Search

- Disc identification system for memorizing cue points

- Touch-sensitive jog wheel

- 3 fly cues & 2 eight second sampler banks

- 10 sec. Anti-shockTM protection using RAM buffer memory

- Seamless loop with reloop & B-edit

- 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) 346-0061 or visit

HTTP://WWW.GEMINIDJ.COM/SUPPORT.HTML. Do not attempt to

return this equipment to your dealer.

LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION:

Model MPX-40 is a dual voltage units. It will operate

at 115 Vor 230 V. To set the proper voltage, follow these

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 MPX-40 is a POWER CORD (2).

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 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 MPX-40through a receiver, you can plug the RCA con-

nectors 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 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 VOLTAGESELECTOR

SWITCH (1), found on the rear panel, is properly set, plug the unit in

& press the POWER SWITCH(4) to ON. T he unit will turn ON& the

blue LCD (16) screen will illuminate. Turn OFFthe unit by pressing

the POWER SWITCH (4) to OFF to when not in use.

2. DISC INSLOT: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 NODISC.

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: T he LIQUIDCRYSTAL 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

30 seconds 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.T his 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