Gemini PMX-01 Operation Manual

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INTRODUCTION:Congratulations on purchasing a Gemini PMX-01 6.5" 2 Stereo ChannelMixer. This state of the art mixer is backed by a three year warranty,excluding crossfader and channel slides. Prior to use we suggest that youcarefully read all the instructions.FEATURES:- 6.5" 2 Stereo Channel Mixer- 2 Convertible Phono/Line RCA Inputs- 2 Band Rotary Line EQ Control with +/-12 dB Cut Feature- Easy Removable Face Plate for User Replaceable Cross Fader- Rotary Gain Channel Control- Display with Bright LED- Face Plate Located Cue Section Fader Allowing Cue Mix- Front Panel Located Rotary Cue Volume Control- Front Located Headphone OutputCAUTIONS: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 referservicing to a qualified service technician.3. Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight or to a heat source such as aradiator or stove.4. This unit should be cleaned only with a damp cloth. Avoid solvents orother cleaning detergents.5. When moving this equipment, it should be placed in its original cartonand 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 in the 15V AC ADAPTER (1), you will notice the VUMETER LED(10) will not be lit. Plug in the 15V AC ADAPTER(1) into thePMX-01 mixer and then into a proper power source. The VU METER(10) power LEDs will light up upon plugging the 15V AC(1) into the poweroutlet.2. The PMX-01 has one output located on the back panel, the MASTERRCA OUTPUT(2). Plug the MASTER RCA OUTPUT(2) into your mainamplifier in order for sound to play through your home stereo system.3. The PMX-01 has 2 CONVERTIBLE PHONO/LINE RCA INPUTS locatedon the back panel on either side of the MASTER RCA OUTPUT(2). Facingthe back panel, the convertible RCA Input on your right is for PHONO 1/LINE 1(6). The convertible RCA input on your left is for PHONO 2/ LINE2(4). The PHONO 1/ LINE 1 SWITCH (5) is located just above and to theleft of the PHONO 1/LINE 1 RCA INPUT(6). You may convert fromPHONO 1 to LINE 1. The PHONO 2/LINE 2 SWITCH(3) is also locatedjust above and to the left of the PHONO 2/LINE 2 RCA INPUT(4). Youmay convert from PHONO 2 to LINE 2. Plug the RCA's from yourplayable medium into each input to be connected to their respectiveCHANNELS. The PHONO INPUTS only accept turntables with a magneticcartridge. When using (a) turntable(s), you will need to ground the RCAcable(s) by screwing in the grounding fork(s) to the GROUNDINGSCREW(7) located in the back panel of the PMX-01 mixer. This is locatedjust above the MASTER RCA OUTPUT. The STEREO LINE INPUTSonly accept line level inputs such as a CD, DAT, MiniDisc, etc.NOTE: Not attaching a ground may cause a system "hum."4. Headphones may be plugged into the front panel 1/4" HEADPHONEJACK (9).OPERATION:1. POWER ON: When you have completed making all of your connections,plug in the 15V AC(1) adapter to your PMX-01 mixer. The power will turn onand the VU METER (10) power LEDs will glow brightly.2. CHANNEL 1: PHONO 1/LINE 1(6) is controlled by the CHANNEL 1SLIDE(16). GAIN(13), HIGH(14), and LOW(15) rotary controls adjustCHANNEL 1 with a wide range of sounds.3. CHANNEL 2: PHONO 2/LINE 2(4) is controlled by the CHANNEL 2SLIDE(17). GAIN(18), HIGH(19), and LOW(20) rotary controls adjustCHANNEL 2 with a wide range of sounds.4. CROSSFADER SECTION: This section allows mixing from CHANNEL1(16) to CHANNEL 2(17). The left side of your CROSSFADER(12) isCHANNEL 1(16) while the right side of your CROSSFADER(12) is CHAN-NEL 2(17). The CROSSFADER (12) in your unit is removable and if theneed arises can be easily replaced. Just purchase one from your Geminidealer and follow the instructions:5. CUE SECTION: Connecting a set of headphones to the HEADPHONESJACK(9) allows you to monitor either Channel 1 (16) or Channel 2 (17).Select Channel 1 by moving CUE FADER (11) to the left. Listen toCHANNEL 2 by moving CUE FADER (11) to the right. Use CUE VOLUME(8) to adjust headphone volume without affecting the speaker-driven mix.Cue facilitates the seamless blending of one recorded track into another.Note: Do not apply pressure while using the Crossfader. Lightlyglide the crossfader back and forth. Pressing down on the con-trols can bend contacts and cause a loss of sound.6. VU METER: VU METER’s(10) power LEDs indicates the MASTERRCA(2) output.SPECIFICATIONS:INPUTS:Phono.......................................................................................3 mV, 47 kOhmLine......................................................................................150 mV, 10 kOhmOUTPUTS:Amp....................................................................................0 dB 1 V, 400 OhmMax.....................................................................................20 V Peak to PeakGENERAL:Bass (Channels 1-2).................................................................................+/-12dBHigh (Channels 1-2)................................................................................+/- 12 dBGain (Channels 1-2).............................................................................0 to -20 dBFrequency Response....................................................20Hz - 20 kHz +/- 2 dBDistortion.................................................................................less than 0.02%S/N Ratio...............................................................................better than 80 dBHeadphone Impedance.......................................................................32 OhmPower Source..............................115V/15V AC 7.5W (or 230V/15V AC 7.5W)Dimensions...........................6.5 " x 3.15" x 7.2" (165.1 x 80.01 x 182.88 mm)Weight................................................................................... 2.3 lbs. (1.04 kg)Specifications and designs are subject to change without notice forthe purpose of improvement.In the USA ~ if you experience problems with this unit callGemini Customer Service at: 1 (732) 738-9003. Do not attempt toreturn this equipment to your dealer.(4)BUser Replaceable Crossfader1. Unscrew the outside FACE platescrews and remove FACE platefrom mixer.2. Carefully lift the fader and unplugthe CABLE (B).3. Plug the new fader into the cableand place it back in the mixer.4. Screw the fader to the FACEplate of the mixer and replace themixer FACE plate.