User's Manual
3-CHANNEL VCA -CONTROLLED
DJM-4
DJ MIXER WITH BEAT COUNTER
www.altoproaudio.com
Version 2.3 September 2005
English
SAFETY RELATED SYMBOLS
CAUTION
RISK OFELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOTOPEN
This symbol, wherever used, alerts you to the presence of un-insulated and dangerous voltages within the product enclosure. These are voltages that
may be sufficient to constitute the risk of electric
shock or death.
This symbol, wherever used, alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions.
Please read.
Fuse
To prevent fire and damage to the product, use only
the recommended fuse type as indicated in this
manual. Do not short-circuit the fuse holder. Before
replacing the fuse, make sure that the product is
OFF and disconnected from the AC outlet.
Protective Ground
Before turning the product ON, make sure that it is
connected to Ground. This is to prevent the risk of
electric shock.
Never cut internal or external Ground wires. Likewise,
never remove Ground wiring from the Protective
Ground Terminal.
Protective Ground Terminal
AC mains (Alternating Current)
Hazardous Live Terminal
ON: Denotes the product is turned on.
OFF: Denotes the product is turned off.
WARNING
Describes precautions that should be observed to
prevent the possibility of death or injury to the user.
CAUTION
Describes precautions that should be observed to
prevent damage to the product.
Disposing of this product should not be
placed in municipal waste and should be
Separate collection.
WARNING
Power Supply
Ensure that the mains source voltage (AC outlet)
matches the voltage rating of the product. Failure
to do so could result in damage to the product and
possibly the user.
Unplug the product before electrical storms occur
and when unused for long periods of time to reduce
the risk of electric shock or fire.
External Connection
Always use proper ready-made insulated mains
cabling (power cord). Failure to do so could result
in shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from
a registered electrician.
Do Not Remove Any Covers
Within the product are areas where high voltages
may present. To reduce the risk of electric shock do
not remove any covers unless the AC mains power
cord is removed.
Covers should be removed by qualified service
personnel only.
No user serviceable parts inside.
Operating Conditions
Always install in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
To avoid the risk of electric shock and damage, do
not subject this product to any liquid/rain or moisture.
Do not use this product when in close proximity to
water.
Do not install this product near any direct heat source.
Do not block areas of ventilation. Failure to do so
could result in fire.
Keep product away from naked flames.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these instructions
Follow all instructions
Keep these instructions. Do not discard.
Heed all warnings.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
Power Cord and Plug
Do not tamper with the power cord or plug. These are
designed for your safety.
Do not remove Ground connections!
If the plug does not fit your AC outlet seek advice from
a qualified electrician.
Protect the power cord and plug from any physical
stress to avoid risk of electric shock.
Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. This
could cause electric shock or fire.
Cleaning
When required, either blow off dust from the product
or use a dry cloth.
Do not use any solvents such as Benzol or Alcohol.
For safety, keep product clean and free from dust.
Servicing
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel only.
Do not perform any servicing other than those instructions contained within the User's Manual.
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PREFACE
Dear Customer:
Thank you for choosing the , which is theLTO DJM-4 3-Channel VCA-CONTROLLED DJ Mixer with Beat Counter
result of our LTO AUDIO TEAM's endeavours.
For the LTO AUDIO TEAM, music and audio is more than a profession, it is a passion and an obsession!
We have, in fact, been designing professional audio products for a number of years in cooperation with many of the
world's major brands.
The LTO line represents unparalleled analogue and digital products made by musicians, for musicians. With our
design centres in Italy, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom we provide you with world-class designs, while our
software development teams continue to develop an impressive range of audio specific algorithms.
By purchasing our LTO products you become the most important member of our LTO AUDIO TEAM. We would
like to share with you our passion for what we design and invite you to make suggestions, which will aid us in developing future products for you. We guarantee you our commitment for quality, continual research and development, and
of course the best prices.
The LTO DJM-4 is an extremely flexible 3-Channel VCA-CONTROLLED DJ Mixer with Beat Counter, configured
with three input channels. Each channel is equipped with a variety of key features including 3 phone/line inputs, 1
microphone input, intelligent dual auto beats per minute counter with time and beat sync. display, treble, middle and
bass EQ on each channel, crossfader curve etc..
We would like to thank all the people who made the LTO -Channel VCA-CONTROLLED DJ Mixer withDJM-4 3
Beat Counter possible, especially to our designers and LTO staff. It is their passion for music and professional
audio that has made it possible for us to offer you, our most important team member, our continued support.
Thank you very much
LTO AUDIO TEAM
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................................................................4
2. FEATURE LIST.......................................................................................................................................4
3. CONTROL ELEMENTS..........................................................................................................................5
3.1 The Top Cover
3.1.1 The CHANNEL Section
3.1.2 The MAIN OUT Section
3.1.3 The PFL Section
3.1.4 The LEVER METER Section
3.1.5 The BPM Section
3.2 The Front Panel
3.2.1 The KILL Function
3.2.2 The REVERSE Function
3.2.3 MIC IN Jack
3.2.4 CROSSFADER CURVE Control
3.2.5 The PHONE OUT Jack
3.3 The Rear Panel
3.3.1 AC Inlet and Fuse Holder
3.3.2 POWER Switch
3.3.3 GND Screw
3.3.4 The MAIN OUT
3.3.5 EFFECTS Send and Return
3.3.6 INPUT
4. TECHNICAL .............................................................................................................11SPECIFICATIONS
5. SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAM.................................................................................................................12
6. WARRANTY...........................................................................................................................................13
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