M I X E R S E C T I O N ⑰ INPUT SELECT SWITCH

Used to select the input source (Phono, Line, CD) sent to the designated PGM (A,B).

⑱ MONITOR SELECT SWITCH

Used to select the signal for monitoring (headphone). Selection is made irrespective of the position of the crossfader and can be set to either PGM A, B or to Mix. The selected PGM monitor signal can be heard through the left (side) headphone whilst the main output signal is heard in the right headphone. When set to MIX the master signal can be monitored through both headphones in stereo.

⑲ INPUT LEVEL METER

This LED indicates the current level of each input signal for both

PGM A and PGM B.

⑳ PGM EQ VOLUME

Used to adjust the EQ, Hi (high) Lo (low) frequencies for each

PGM.

◯21 PGM VOLUME LEVEL

Used to control and adjust the input level of each PGM.

◯22 CROSS FADER

With the cross fader to the left, the output signal is PGM A. Therefore, when the cross fader is to the right the output signal is PGM B. As the cross fader is moved from one side to the other there is a blend of the respective signals. This is such that when the fader is in the neutral (center) position both signals can be heard.

The cross fader on the CDX-16 is user replaceable. When the cross fader is worn out the fader may be easily removed and subsequently replaced with the optional replacement fader CF-R3Likewise, preventative maintenance & cleaning of the fader may be accomplished through such easy removal.

■To replace the crossfader please follow the below instructions carefully.

( i ) Carefully remove the four (4) screws that fix the crossfader to the faceplate.

(ii)Gently remove the crossfader, making sure to disconnect all cables carefully.

(iii)Replace the crossfader unit, making sure to carefully connect all cables to their proper points.

(iv)Affix the crossfader unit to the faceplate with the previously removed four (4) screws.

F R O N T P A N E L

◯23 MIC INPUT JACK

Input jack for MIC.

◯24 MIC VOLUME LEVEL

Used to control and adjust the level of the MIC input.

◯25 HEADPHONE JACK

Input jack for MIC.

◯26 MONITOR VOLUME LEVEL

Used to control and adjust the volume level of the monitor (headphones).

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Vestax CDX-16 X E R S E C T I O N ⑰ Input Select Switch, ⑱ Monitor Select Switch, ⑲ Input Level Meter, ⑳ PGM EQ Volume
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CDX-16 specifications

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