INTRODUCTION:
Congratulations on purchasing the Gemini CDMP-1300 CD Player.
This state of the art professional 2U CD Player is backed by a 1 year
warranty*. Prior to use, we suggest that you carefully read all the instructions.
FEATURES:
- Audio CD, CD-R & Mp3 compatible
- Plays mp3 files from USB storage device
- BPM (TAP) Read Out
- Remote control
- Anti-shock using RAM buffer memory
- 2 Selectable Jog modes Pitch Bend/Search
- Instant-start & cue with preview
- Single & continuous play modes
- Seamless loop with reloop
- Pitch bend via jog wheel or buttons
- Three mode time selection
- Variable pitch control with three settings +/- 8,16 & 24%
SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS:
Laser Diode Properties
Material: Ga - Al - As
Wavelength: 755 - 815 nm (25° C)
Laser Output: Continuous Wave, max. 0.5 mW
PRECAUTIONS:
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.
IN THE USA ~ IF YOU EXPERIENCE PROBLEMS WITH THIS UNIT CALL GEMINI CUSTOMER SERVICE AT:
1 (732) 346-0061. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RETURN THISE EQUIPMENT TO YOUR DEALER.
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.
CONNECTIONS:
MAIN POWER RECEPTACLE: This is a Standard 3-prong IEC power
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connector. Connect the detachable linecord (included in the box with
your CDMP-1200) to the power receptacle, and plug the other end of
the linecord into an AC outlet.
The CDMP-1200 has a universal power supply that can accept any AC
voltage from 100 VAC to 240 VAC. No need for voltage select
switches. It will work virtually anywhere in the world. It is less suscept-
able to voltage sags or spikes than conventional power supplies, pro-
viding greater electro magnetic isolation and better protection against
AC line noise
LINE OUTPUT JACKS Plug one end of the included RCA cable into
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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 CDMP-1300 through a receiver, you can
plug the RCA connectors into the CD or AUX INPUT JACKS on your
receiver. If there are no CD or AUX INPUTS use any line level
(not phono) inputs.
There is also a BALANCED pair of XLR outputs for pro installations,
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both RCA and XLR can be used at the same time.
FUNCTIONS:
POWER: Once you have connected all your cables , you can turn the
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CDMP-1300 on by pressing the POWER button, pressing the
CDMP-1300's POWER button a second time will turn off the unit.
DISC TRAY: The DISC TRAY is where the CD is held during loading,
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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
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DISC TRAY, unless the CDMP-1300 is in play mode, then you must
first press stop.
NOTE: To eject a CD you must be in CD mode, simply press the
USB/CD button and then press EJECT.
JOG WHEEL : In SEARCH MODE the JOG WHEEL can be used to
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search forward or backwards 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
clockwise being (FORWARD) and counter clockwise being (REWIND).
JOG MODE BUTTON: When the JOG MODE BUTTON is illuminated
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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
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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 different 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.
TIME: The TIME BUTTON switches the time display between three
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available sources, these three are TIME ELAPSED on the track, TIME
REMAINING on the disc and and TIME REMAINING on the track.
TIME ELAPSED indicates how much time has currently gone by since
the play button was pressed, TIME REMAINING ON DISC will count
down the time remaining on the entire disc and TIME REMAINING
ON TRACK counts down the time that is left before the end of the
track.
SINGLE: Pressing the SINGLE button engages SINGLE mode, in this
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mode the CDMP-1300 will play one song and then stop. Pressing the
SINGLE button again will then activate CONTINUOUS mode causing
the unit to play continuously (after the last track, the unit will return
to the first track of the disc and continue to play).
CDMP-1300
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