INTRODUCTION:
Congratulations on purchasing a Gemini PDM series 19"5U, 4 chan- nel, rack mounted audio mixer. This state of the art mixer is backed by a 3 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:
-5U, 19" rack mounted mixer
-4 stereo channels
-7 lines, 3 Mic, 2 phono/line convertible RCA inputs
-Master, record, booth, & zone RCA outputs
-1/4" balanced master output
-2 x 1/4" Mic inputs
-Dual 10 band graphic EQ with on/off switch & blue LED indicator
-Rotary zone, booth, & cue volume controls
-Stereo/mono switch
-Assignable cross fader
-Removable, user replaceable Rail Glide cross fader
-Push button cue section per channel with green LED indicator
-CUE/PGM fader control allowing cue mix
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-2 band rotary Mic EQ & volume controls
-Talk over feature
-BNC lamp port
-1/4" headphone jack
NOTE: ABOVE FEATURES INCLUDED IN EACH MODEL IN THE PDM SERIES.
- Master volume line fader control
PDM-02 FACE:
-6 digital samples with volume, & speed rotary controls
-Rotary master volume control
-Master/Mic assignable echo effect switch with repeat & delay controls
PDM-03 FACE:
-96 second digital sampler comprised of 5 memory banks with soft touch backlit sample buttons
-Rotary assignable channel control for sample recording
-Sample parameter control with rotary level, pitch bend, record/single/repeat controls
-Push button RoboPlay & cue sampler
-Rotary master volume control
PRECAUTIONS:
1.All operating instructions should be read before using this equipment.
2.To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not open the unit. Please refer servicing to a qualified service technician.
IN THE USA ~ IF YOU EXPERIENCE PROBLEMS WITH THIS UNIT CALL GEMINI CUSTOMER SERVICE AT: 1 (732)
TO YOUR DEALER.
3.Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight or to a heat source such as a radiator or stove.
4.This unit should be cleaned only with a damp cloth. Avoid solvents 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 ANY SPRAY CLEANER OR LUBRICANT ON ANY CONTROLS OR SWITCHES.
CONNECTIONS:
1.Before plugging the power cord in, make sure that the VOLTAGE SELECTOR (1) switch is set to the correct voltage.
2.Located on the rear panel is the 115 V/230 V PLUG (2). Before plug- ging the power cord in, make sure the POWER SWITCH (21) located on the face panel is turned OFF.
3.The PDM mixers have 5 sets of outputs:
-The MASTER (3) output jacks connects to the main amplifier with RCA cables.
- Alternatively, the BALANCED MASTER (6) output jacks also con- nects the mixer to the main amplifier using standard cables with 1/4" TRS connectors. We recommend using balanced cables if the distance to your amp is 10 feet or more.
-The BOOTH (7) output jacks allow the connection of an additional amplifier with RCA cables.
-The ZONE (5) output jacks allow the connection of an additional amplifier with RCA cables.
-The REC (4) output jacks can be used to connect the mixer to the record input of your recording unit, thus enabling you to record your mix.
4.Located on the rear panel are 2 PHONO (PH) /LINE (LN) convertible RCA inputs (12, 16), & 5 LINE RCA INPUTS (10, 9, 13, 17, 18). The convertible RCA inputs for CH 2 (16) & CH 3 (12) allow PH and LN level equipment to be connected to the mixer. To adjust the CONVERTER(s) (11, 15), just flip the switch UP to operate PH 1 or PH 2. Flip the switch DOWN to operate through LN 2 or LN 4. The PH INPUTS only accept turntables with a magnetic cartridge. 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 (14) located in the back panel of the PDM mixers. This is located in between the CONVERTER SWITCH- ES (11, 15). The stereo LN INPUTS only accept line level inputs such as a CD, DAT, MiniDisc, etc.
NOTE: WHEN USING TURNTABLES, NOT ATTACHING A GROUND MAY CAUSE A SYSTEM "HUM."
5.Headphones may be plugged into the
6.The MIC 1 (49) input (located on the face panel) is a combination XLR & 1/4” connector. The MIC 2 (20) & MIC 3 (19) inputs (in the rear panel) accept only 1/4" connectors. The mic inputs accept balanced & unbal- anced connections.
7.The BNC LAMP PORT (22) (located on the face panel, above the POWER SWITCH (21)) is used to plug in a 12 V BNC goose neck lamp such as the Gemini
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
1.Once all of your connections have been made in the rear panel, turn ON the mixer by pressing the POWER SWITCH (21). Once turned ON, the POWER BAR LED, containing the power symbol located in the VU METER (23), will be illuminated. Turn OFF the mixer when not in use by pressing the POWER SWITCH (21) to OFF. When the PDM mixer is turned OFF the POWER BAR LED will not be illuminated.
2.CHANNEL (CH) 1: To bring this channel into program mix (PGM), you must first decide which LN will be in use. Use the LN SWITCH (37) to toggle from LN 1 (18) to MIC 3 (19) on this channel. Slowly raise the CH
1SLIDE CONTROL (39) to a comfortable level, once you've selected the proper line.
3.CH 2: To bring this channel into PGM, you must first decide which LN will be in use. Use the LN SWITCH (40) to toggle from PH 1/LN 2 (16) to LN 3 (17) on this channel. Slowly raise the CH 2 SLIDE CONTROL (42) to a comfortable level, once you've selected the proper line.
4.CH 3: To bring this channel into PGM, you must first decide which LN will be in use. Use the LN SWITCH (43) to toggle from PN 2/LN 4 (12) to LN 5 (13) on this channel. Slowly raise the CH 3 SLIDE CONTROL (45) to a comfortable level, once you've selected the proper line.
5.CH 4: To bring this channel into PGM, you must first decide which LN will be in use. Use the LN SWITCH (46) to toggle from LN 6 (10) to LN
7(9) on this channel. Slowly raise the CH 4 SLIDE CONTROL (48) to a comfortable level, once you've selected the proper line.
6.CUE: By connecting a set of headphones to the HEADPHONE (26) jack, you can monitor any or all channels. Press the CUE BUTTONS (38, 41, 44, 47) for CHs 1 through 4, respectively, to assign the CH(s) to be monitored. The respective CUE LED indicators will glow when in use. Use the rotary CUE VOLUME CONTROL (25) to adjust the CUE volume without changing the overall mix. By moving the CUE/PGM FADER CONTROL (24) to the LEFT you will be able to monitor the assigned CUE signal. Moving the CUE/PGM FADER CONTROL (24) to the MID- DLE allows CUE mix with PGM. Moving the CUE/PGM FADER CON- TROL (24) to the RIGHT allows you to monitor PGM output.
7.ASSIGN: There are 2 rotary controlled X FADER ASSIGN SWITCH- ES (34, 35), each having 5 settings OFF, 1, 2, 3, & 4. The LEFT (34) not
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