6.Pausing

Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to switch between play and pause.

The play indicator flashes when the pause mode is set. Figure 6 show the relationship between the play and pause.

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Figure 6

1The player has completed the cue or pause operation and is waiting for the play start command.

2When the PLAY/PAUSE button is pressed and enter play mode is entered.

3Playing.

4The pause mode is set when the PLAY/PAUSE button is pressed again.

5Pausing.

6Playback resumes when the PLAY/PAUSE button is pressed again.

7Playing.

7. Cueing

"Cueing" is the action of preparing for playback.

Press CUE button, the player will enter cue mode, the playback returns to cue point and enter pause condition, the cue indicator lights up and the play indicator flashes. When PLAY/PAUSE button is pressed, play starts from the cue point.

When the track search operation is completed after pressing the SKIP buttons, the player automatically finds the position at which the sound starts and cues there(Auto Cue).

If the CUE button is pressed after the search operation or the scanning operation, the playback returns to cue point and enters pause condition.

Figure 7-1 shows the relationship between the play and back cue operations.

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1The player has completed the cue or pause operation and is waiting for the play start command.

2When the PLAY/PAUSE button is pressed, playback starts and the cue point is stored in the memory.

3Playing.

4The pause mode is set when the PLAY/PAUSE button

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5Pausing.

6When the PLAY/PAUSE button is pressed again;

7Playing.

8Press the CUE button.

9The pickup returns to the cue point.(Back Cue)

Cue point setting:

When play starts from pause by pressing the IN button or Scanning or Frame Search; also skip to a new track by using skip button, the begin play point will be set to the new cue point.

When a new cue point is set, the cue indicator lights by flash for about 1 second.

NOTE: During cue mode, if the CUE button is pressed and hold, playback will start from the cue point, when the button is released, the player will return to the cue mode automatically, it allows you to check the cue point.

8.Jog Wheel - The jog wheel serves two functions depending on the current operating mode:

The jog wheel will act as a slow frame search control when the unit is in pause or cue mode allowing you to set a specific cue point or find a particular starting point.

The wheel also works as a momentary pitch bend during playback . Turning the wheel clockwise will increase the pitch percentage up to +16%, and turning the wheel in the counterclockwise direction will decrease the pitch percentage up to -16%. The pitch bend will be determined by how fast you turn the wheel.

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C.502 specifications

The Stanton C.502 is a well-regarded model in the realm of professional audio equipment, particularly recognized for its remarkable performance in the world of DJing and music production. The C.502 is an advanced cartridge known for its impeccable sound reproduction and durability, making it a preferred choice amongst audiophiles and music professionals alike.

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