Congratulations on purchasing the
Gemini CDX-2500G Dual CD Player
with graphics output
. This state of the art
2U professional Dual CD player
is backed by a 1 year warranty*. Prior to use, we suggest that you carefully
read all the instructions
- Audio CD, CD-R, CD-RW & CD+G compatible
- Video output for Karaoke graphics display
- Anti-shock using RAM buffer memory
- 2 Selectable Jog modes Pitch Bend/Search
- Instant-start & cue with preview
- Single auto-cue/continuous play modes
- One seamless loop per side with reloop
- Pitch bend via jog wheel or buttons
- Three mode time selection
- Frame accurate search
- Large blue backlit LCD display
- Coaxial RCA digital output
- Rubber jog wheels with finger grips
Laser Diode Properties
Material: Ga - Al - As
Wavelength: 755 - 815 nm (25° C)
Laser Output: Continuous Wave, max. 0.5 mW
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,
and no objects filled with liquids such as vases should be
placed on the apparatus.
3. Place the unit in a clean and dry location.
4. Do not place the unit in an unstable location.
5. When disconnecting the power cord from the AC outlet,
always grasp it by the plug. Never pull the power cord.
6. To prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover or the bottom
screws.
7. There are
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
. Please
refer to a qualified technician.
8. Do not use chemical solvents to clean the unit.
9. Keep the laser pickup clean by keeping the tray closed.
10. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
INTRODUCTION:
IN THE USA ~ IF YOU EXPERIENCE PROBLEMS WITH THIS UNIT CALL GEMINI
CUSTOMER SERVICE AT: 1 (732) 346-0061. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RETURN THIS EQUIPMENT
TO YOUR DEALER.
CDX-2500G
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FEATURES:
SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS:
PRECAUTIONS:
CONNECTIONS:
1
VOLTAGE SELECTION SWITCH
Before plugging the
CDX-2500G
into
any wall outlet, make sure that the
VOLTAGE SELECTION SWITCH
is set
to the proper voltage.
To change this selection unscrew the hard plastic protective top with a
Phillips head screw driver. Then use a flat head screw driver to move
the switch to the proper selection (
115V
or
230V
) .
Do not force or twist the switch. Excessive force may cause damage, if
the switch does not move smoothly, contact a qualified technician.
POWER
After you have properly set the
VOLTAGE LINE SELECTOR
SWITCH
you may plug in the power cord of the
CDX-2500G
.
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3
LINE OUTPUT JACKS
Plug one end of the included
RCA
cable into
LINE OUTPUT JACKS
on the rear panel. Plug the other end of the
RCA
connectors into any available line input jacks on your mixer.
If you are connecting the
CDX-2500G
through a reciever, you can
plug the
RCA
connectors into the
CD
or
AUX INPUT JACKS
on your
reciever. If there are no
CD
or
AUX INPUTS
use any line level
(not phono) inputs.
CONTROL CABLES
Plug the
CONTROL CABLES
to each side of the
CDX-2500G
be careful when plugging in these cables, never force
the cable into its socket, making sure that the
DIN
connector at the
end of the cable properly aligns with the drawing on the back of
the
CDX-2500G.
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FUNCTIONS:
POWER:
Once you have connected all your cables and made sure
that the
VOLTAGE SELECTION SWITCH
is set correctly, you can turn
the
CDX-2500G
on by pressing the
POWER
button, pressing the
CDX-2500G’s POWER
button a second time will turn off the unit.
DISC TRAY:
The
DISC TRAY
is where the
CD
is held during loading,
unloading and playback, and holds both 12 cm and 8cm CD’s.
(
DO NOT FORCE THE CD TRAY TO CLOSE EXCESSIVE FORCE WILL
DAMAGE THE CD MECHANISM, USE THE OPEN AND CLOSE BUT-
TONS
)
EJECT BUTTON:
Pressing the
EJECT BUTTON
will open or close the
DISC TRAY,
unless the
CDX-2500G
is in play mode, then you must
first stop the side you wich to eject.
JOG WHEEL :
In
SEARCH MODE
the
JOG WHEEL
can be used to
search forward or bacwards in the music track, as well as for fine
adjustments to a
CUE
point in
PAUSE
mode. In
PITCH BEND
mode the
JOG WHEEL
will function the same as the
PITCH BEND
allowing you
to speed up (
FORWARD
) or slow down (
REWIND
) the music clock-
wise bieng (
FORWARD
) and counter clockwise being (
REWIND
).
JOG MODE BUTTON:
When the
JOG MODE BUTTON
is illuminated
it indicates the the
JOG WHEEL
is in
SEARCH MODE
, and when not
illuminated it indicates that the
JOG WHEEL
is in
PITCH BEND
MODE
.
DISPLAY:
The
DISPLAY
shows the track number, pitch value, pitch
bend, single, continue (for continuous play), play/pause modes, fast
forward/reverse modes, loop mode, reloop mode,
PGM
, repeat
modes, the playback display bar, and three diffirent time displays.
These times displays are
TIME ELAPSED
on the track,
TIME REMAIN-
ING
on the disc and and
TIME REMAINING
on the track. Time is
measured in minutes, seconds and frames.
PGM:
Allows you to create a set playlist. To program a set list into
the
CDX-2500G
memory, begin by stopping the unit from play and
pressing
PGM
to begin the set list. Select a track by using the track
selection button to scan to the first track to be placed in the set list.
When you have selected the proper track press
PGM
and the
CDX-2500G
will be ready to set your next selection. Repeat the pre-
vious steps until you have completed your playlist, then press play to
begin the set list.
REPEAT:
Press the repeat button once to engage
1
or repeat the
selected track. Press
REPEAT
again to engage
ALL
setting wich will
repeat all the tracks on the
CD.
Press
REPEAT
again to disengage
the repeat function
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