Alesis Jamdock QUICKSTART GUIDE

JAMDOCK

PRACTICE DOCK FOR iPod

QUICKSTART GUIDE

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MANUAL DE INICIO RÁPIDO

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GUIDE D’UTILISATION RAPIDE

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GUIDA RAPIDA

::: ITALIANO ( 7 – 8 ) :::

KURZANLEITUNG

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INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the Alesis JamDock iPod Player! Use the JamDock to
integrate your iPod directly into your private practice and public
performance.

JamDock sends your iPod’s audio to its built-in analog outputs and
headphone output. Blend in other line instruments (such as mics,
keyboards, or a guitar) through JamDock’s two line inputs. Set the
JamDock on a flat surface, or mount it on a rack or stand via an Alesis

BOX CONTENTS

 JamDock iPod Player
 AC Power Adapter
 Quickstart Guide
 Safety Instructions & Warranty

Information Booklet

e-percussion Module Mount (sold separately).
We designed JamDock to be easy to use, but please refer to this manual if you have any questions about

how it works. Enjoy your JamDock!

Sincerely,
The People of Alesis

* iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.A. and other countries

KEY FEATURES

y Compatible with the following iPod models:

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o iPod 3

through 5th Generations and iPod classic

o iPod nano 1

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through 4th Generations

o iPod touch

y Powers iPod while docked
y Two 1/4” switchable line/guitar inputs, summing to mono
y Two 1/4" stereo line outputs
y 1/4” stereo headphone output
y Main volume and input volume knobs
y Can be used as a tabletop device or mounted on a rack or stand with an Alesis e-percussion Module

Mount (sold separately)

y Kensington® lock slot

CONNECTION DIAGRAM

PA system,
monitors, etc.

Power

Headphones

(1/4” stereo)

iPod

Note: When using a guitar, plug it into the

“GTR/LEFT” input and select “GUITAR” with the
INPUT SELECTOR on the side panel.

Mics

(1/4” mono)

or

Guitar **

(1/4” mono)

or

CD player,
sampler,
drum
machine, etc.
(1/4” stereo)

WARNING: Turn the

MASTER VOLUME all the
way down before turning

on the unit.

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TOP PANEL FEATURES

1. DOCK – Connect your iPod here. Gently rock the iPod back

and forth over the connector when attaching or removing it.

2. DOCK ADJUSTER – Turn this knob accordingly so your

docked iPod rests against the support.

3. MASTER VOLUME – Adjusts the volume of the OUTPUTS on

the rear panel and the HEADPHONE OUTPUT on the front
panel. This master output includes iPod playback plus any
other devices connected to the INPUTS on the rear panel.

4. POWER LED – Indicates the JamDock is on when lit.

5. HEADPHONE OUTPUT – Connect your headphones using a

1/4” stereo connector to this output. You can adjust level of this
output with the MASTER VOLUME knob.

WARNING: Turn the MASTER VOLUME all the way

own before turning on the unit.

6. iPod LED – Indicates an iPod is docked when lit.

7. INPUT VOLUME – Adjusts the input level of the devices

connected to the INPUTS on the rear panel.

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REAR PANEL FEATURES

1. INPUTS – Connect your external sound sources to these

inputs. Each input can accept a 1/4” connection. This allows
for several connection options:

a. 2 microphones
b. 1 stereo source (such as a CD player, sampler, or

drum machine).

c. 1 or 2 mono sources (such as guitars).

You can adjust the level of these inputs with the INPUT
VOLUME knob on the top panel.

Note: When using a guitar, plug it into the “GTR/LEFT” input
and select “GUITAR” with the INPUT SELECTOR on the side panel.

2. LINE OUTPUTS – Connect a PA system or other output device to these outputs using 1/4” cables.

Adjust the level of these outputs with the MASTER VOLUME knob on the top panel.

3. POWER INPUT –Connect the included power adapter to this jack. Connect the power adapter to the

JamDock before you plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet

4. CABLE RESTRAINT – To prevent accidentally unplugging, wrap the power adapter cable around this

restraint.

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SIDE PANEL FEATURES

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1. POWER SWITCH – Turns the JamDock on and off.

2. KENSINGTON LOCK SLOT – Use an authorized Kensington lock device (not included) to secure the

JamDock to a table or other surface.

3. INPUT SELECTOR – When a standard line-level device is connected to the INPUTS on the rear panel,

flip this switch to “LINE.” When using a guitar, plug it into the “GTR/LEFT” input and select “GUITAR”
with the INPUT SELECTOR on the side panel.

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INTRODUCCIÓN

¡Bienvenido al reproductor de iPod Alesis JamDock! Use el JamDock
para integrar su iPod directamente a su práctica privada y a su recital
público.

JamDock envía el audio de su iPod a sus salidas analógicas y su salida
para auriculares integradas. Mezcle otros instrumentos de nivel de
línea (como micrófonos, teclados o una guitarra) a través de las dos
entradas de línea de JamDock. Coloque el JamDock en una superficie
plana o móntelo en un rack o soporte mediante un montaje para módulo
Alesis e-percussion (que se vende por separado).

CONTENIDO DE LA CAJA

 Reproductor de iPod JamDock
 Adaptador de alimentación de

CA

 Guía de inicio rápido
 Folleto de instrucciones de

seguridad e información sobre
la garantía

Diseñamos JamDock para que sea fácil de usar, pero no dude en consultar el manual si tiene alguna duda
acerca de cómo funciona. ¡Qué disfrute su JamDock!

Atentamente,
La Gente de Alesis

* iPod es una marca registrada de Apple Inc., registrada en EE.UU. y otros países.

CARACTERÍSTICAS PRINCIPALES

y Compatible con los siguientes modelos de iPod:

o iPod de 3
o iPod nano de 1
o iPod touch

ra

a 5ta Generación e iPod classic

ra

a 4ta Generación

y Alimenta el iPod cuando está acoplado
y Dos entradas de 1/4", conmutables línea/guitarra, con suma a mono
y Dos salidas de línea estéreo de ¼”
y Salida estéreo para auriculares de 1/4"
y Perillas de volumen principal y de volumen de entrada
y Se puede usar como dispositivo de mesa o montar en un rack o soporte con un montaje para módulo

Alesis e-percussion (que se vende por separado)

y Ranura para bloqueo Kensington®

DIAGRAMA DE CONEXIÓN

Alimentación

Sistema de
megafonía,
monitores,

Auriculares

(1/4” estéreo)

iPod

Nota: Cuando use una guitarra,

enchúfela en la entrada “GTR/LEFT” y
seleccione “GUITAR” con el
conmutador INPUT SELECTOR

Selector de entrada) del

anel lateral.

Micrófonos

(1/4” mono)

o

Guitarra **

(1/4” mono)

o

Reproductor
de CD,
muestreador,
caja de
ritmos, etc.
(1/4” estéreo)

ADVERTENCIA: Gire el
control MASTER VOLUME
al mínimo antes de encender

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