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B-52 B-52, ProdigyFX Instruction And User's Manual

Professional Dual CD-MP3 Player / VCA Mixer with Accutrack
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G Revolutionary DJ Workstation Design G High Performance 4-Channel VCA Mixer G Two Scratching CD/MP3 Players G Advanced Onboard DSP Effects
INSTRUCTION AND USER’S MANUAL
CONTENTS
Introduction ...........................................................3
Warnings and Symbols ...........................................4
Important Safety Instructions ....................................5
Voltage, Unpacking, Usage .....................................6
Customer Support, Set-up Guidelines ........................7
Connecting the ProdigyFX .......................................8
Features ................................................................9
Workstation Functions .............................................10
Customization and Memory ....................................11-12
CD Player Controls .................................................13-15
DSP Controls and Functions .....................................16-17
LCD Display ..........................................................18-19
Mixer Controls and Functions ..................................20-23
Front Panel ............................................................24
Rear Panel Controls and Connectors .........................25-26
Operations ............................................................27-32
Troubleshooting .....................................................33
Connecting 3rd Party Hardware ..............................33
Specifications ........................................................34
Warranty ..............................................................35
Contact B-52 Professional .......................................36
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WELCOME TO THE B-52 FAMILY
Thank you for purchasing the revolutionary ProdigyFX Professional DJ Workstation.
The ProdigyFX is a state-of-the-art professional dual CD-MP3 player and VCA mixer combo featuring our patent­pending Accutrack and MP3 digital technology, offering music professionals - of virtually any level - the ultimate gigging solution.
The ProdigyFX is a complex and highly advanced electronic device. Please read this instruction manual thoroughly before using your ProdigyFX. Heed all warnings in this instruction manual and on the unit itself.
There are many features unique to the ProdigyFX. This instruction manual provides you with all the help needed to operate and utilize all the features of the ProdigyFX.
The ProdigyFX is an extremely versatile workstation and can easily be customized to suit all of your musical desires not just from gig to gig but from track to track.
The ProdigyFX allows you to adjust a wide variety of parameters, including DSP effects, on the fly. You can also memorize CUE points and samplers from the discs or MP3s you are playing and work them seamlessly into your performance.
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crossfader. The ProdigyFX is a feature-laden DJ WorkStation ideal for compact disc replay
It is imperative that you read and understand all the warnings in this manual regarding proper usage, service and safety. Failing to comply with any of these safety and operation warnings may void your warranty.
For more information about your ProdigyFX, log on to: http://www.ProdigyFX.com or call our customer service support hotline (toll free) at 800-344-4384 or (+1) 323-277-4100.
Thank you again for your purchase of the ProdigyFX.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please keep this instruction manual for future reference and for the duration of you owning the ProdigyFX. Please carefully read and comprehend the instructions inside this user’s manual before attempting to operate the ProdigyFX.
This instruction manual includes essential safety information regarding the use and maintenance of the ProdigyFX. Take special care to heed all warning symbols and signs inside this manual and those printed on the unit itself.
WHAT’S THE MEANING OF THIS?
WARNING
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THE PRODIGYFX UNIT TO
WATER OR MOISTURE. DO
NOT OPERATE NEAR ANY
WATER SOURCE
e lightning flash with an arrow trian­gular symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of non insulated “danger­ous voltage” within the products enclosure, and may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock
1) Read these instructions.
2) Follow all instructions.
3) Keep these instructions.
4) Heed all warnings.
5) DO NOT turn on the ProdigyFX before connecting all other external devices.
6) Do not use the ProdigyFX near water. Be extra cautious when moving the ProdigyFX during rain or while transporting it over wet surfaces as water might splash onto the unit.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings and operate in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, stoves or other devices that may produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarization or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at the plug and the point where it exits the ProdigyFX.
WHAT’S THE MEANING OF THIS?
e exclamation point triangular symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the user manu-
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11) Only use attachments / accessories specified by B-52 Professional.
12) Unplug the ProdigyFX during lightning storms and when not in use.
13) Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing may be required when the unit has been damaged in any way such as when power-cord or plug is dam­ aged, liquid has been spilled into the unit, the unit has been exposed to moisture or rain, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
14) To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the ProdigyFX to rain or moisture.
15) Moisture can damage the ProdigyFX and can cause corrosion of electrical contacts.
16) Keep the unit out of extended or intense direct sun light. No containers filled with any type of liquid should be placed on or near the ProdigyFX.
al accompanying the ProdigyFX
WARNING
Handle the power
supply cord with care.
Do not damage or
deform; it may cause
electric shock or
malfunction when used.
Hold plug attachment
when removing from
wall outlet. Do not pull
on the power cord.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS – All the safety and
operating instructions should be read before this product is operated.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS – All warnings on the ap­pliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS – All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. WATER AND MOISTURE – not be used near water - for example, a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
6. CARTS AND STANDS – The appliance should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combina­tion should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
7. WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING – The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recom­mended by the manufacturer.
8. HEAT – Appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. POWER SOURCES – This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer the operating instructions.
10. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION – This product may be equipped with a polarized alternation­current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
11. POWER-CORD PROTECTION – Power-sup­ply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to the cord in correspondence of plugs, convenience receptacles, and
The appliance should
the point where they exit from the appliance.
12. CLEANING – The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer. Clean by wiping with a cloth slightly damp with water. Avoid getting water inside the appliance.
13. FOR AC LINE POWERED UNITS – Before returning repaired unit to user, use an ohm-meter to measure from both AC plug blades to all exposed metallic parts. The resistance should be more than 100,000 ohms.
14. NON-USE PERIODS – The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
15. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY
be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.
16. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE – The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when: A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
17. SERVICING – The user should not attempt any service to the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
18. VENTILATION – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the use to the presence of un-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operation and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying this appliance.
– Care should
overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built- in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
19. ATTACHMENTS – do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
20. ACCESSORIES – Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
21. LIGHTNING – For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left un­attended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
22. REPLACEMENT PARTS – When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
23. SAFETY CHECK – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove any cover. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel only.
CAUTION
To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
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VOLTAGE SELECTOR
REAR PANEL
ON O FF
POWER
(graphic #1)
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CD
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LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION (graphic #1)
• The necessary line-in voltage may be set with the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch on the rear panel of the Prodigy FX (using a flat head screw driver).
• Do not force the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch as this may cause damage
• If the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch does not move smoothly, contact a qualified service technician.
UNPACKING YOUR WORKSTATION
Each ProdigyFX unit has been extensively tested and shipped in complete working order. Before unpacking your new workstation, examine the shipping packaging for any damage that may have occurred during transportation. If the carton appears to be damaged, thoroughly inspect your ProdigyFX for any external damage. Ensure all equipment necessary to operate the workstation has arrived intact. In the unlikely event the unit has been damaged or parts are missing, immediately contact our toll free customer support number
- 800-344-4384 - for further instructions. Do not return the ProdigyFX to your dealer without first contacting our customer support center.
USING YOUR WORKSTATION
Connect all external devices before plugging the ProdigyFX in to an electrical source. Set all fader and volume controls to zero or their default positions, before turning on the ProdigyFX. If the ProdigyFX has been exposed to any extreme temperature fluctuations (during transportation, in storage or at your venue), do not power up the unit immediately. The resulting condensation of water might damage your unit. Power up your ProdigyFX only when the unit has approximately reached room temperature.
Operation factors:
• When setting up the ProdigyFX, ensure the unit is not exposed to, or will not be exposed to, extreme heat, moisture or dust.
• Do not operate the unit in excessively hot (more than 30°C/86°F) or extremely cold (less than 5°C/41°F) environments.
• Keep the unit out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources.
• Operate the ProdigyFX only after becoming familiar with its functions. Do not allow any other person to operate your ProdigyFX who is not experienced enough to use the unit. Damage often occurs as a result of unprofessional operation.
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WE ARE HERE FOR YOU
B-52 Professional offers a toll free customer support line to help answer any questions you have about your new ProdigyFX and its operation. Please visit us on the web at www.ProdigyFX.com or www.B-52Pro.com to download this instruction manual in the event that you misplace your original version. The B-52 Professional Customer Support Center is open from Monday to Friday 9am to 4:30pm US Pacific Standard Time. TOLL FREE: 800-344-4384 TELEPHONE: +1-323-277-4100 FAX: +1-323-277-4108 EMAIL: Information@B-52Pro.com Service@B-52Pro.com
ALERT! There are no user serviceable parts inside the ProdigyFX. Do not attempt to repair the ProdigyFX
yourself, without being specifically instructed to do so by an authorized B-52 Professional technician. Attempting to service the ProdigyFX by yourself will immediately void your manufacturer’s warranty. In the unlikely event your workstation requires servicing, please contact B-52 Professional customer support for further instructions. Please keep your packaging material as this will be required if sending your unit to the B-52 Professional Service Center for repairs.
IMPORTANT SET-UP GUIDELINES
TO ENSURE THE HIGHEST QUALITY OF MUSIC REPLAY, FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES*:
1. Use high quality CD-R audio discs (they should conform to the standards of the Orange Book 2).
2. Use a high quality bit rate when burning discs (160kbps recommended).
3. Burn discs at the slowest speed possible to maximize playback quality. (i.e. 2x or 4x speed)
* DISCLAIMER: The ProdigyFX will operate
1. Checking the Contents Be sure your ProdigyFX was shipped with the following:
1) ProdigyFX
2) Professional ATA Flight Case
3) Operating instructions (this booklet).
4) Warranty and return card.
2. Installing the ProdigyFX
Place your unit on a flat surface or keep it inside the included Professional ATA Flight Case
3. Connections
1) Connect master output balanced XLRs or unbalanced RCAs from your ProdigyFX outputs to the inputs on your sound system.
2) Ensure power is connected before turning on the unit.
normally with most CD-R and CD-RW formatted music discs but B-52 Professional cannot guarantee all CD-R and CD-RW formatted discs will operate normally and/or reproduce sound at the highest possible quality as there are many varieties of vary­ing quality discs available for purchase. IMPORTANT: The ProdigyFX will operate only when using 12cm (5”) CD, CD-R and CD-RW discs. Do not put mini CDs, CD-R or CD-RW discs or specially shaped discs in your ProdigyFX. Misuse, aging or excessive scratches on CDs will also affect the ability of the ProdigyFX to successfully read discs.
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• To avoid severe damage to the unit, be sure the power is off when connecting any and all external devices and accessories to the unit.
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• The ProdigyFX will work normally when the workstation is mounted with the front panel within 150 of the vertical plane. If the unit is tilted excessively, discs may not load or unload correctly.
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WARNING: (graphic #2)
• The blue LCD is designed to be clearly visible within the angles shown (left). Mount or place the ProdigyFX so your visual angle is within this range.
CONNECTING THE ProdigyFX
This diagram (graphic #3) shows the basic connections to external devices available through the ProdigyFX workstation. This unit is extremely versatile and is a complete audio solution for music professionals.
(graphic #3)
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ALL THE FEATURES
CD/MP3 PLAYER FEATURES
Plays all formats of CD, CDRW and MP3 files with full functionality
• Dual mode high resolution touch sensitive jog wheel
• Seamless loop with on-the-fly access to loop editing
• Independent buffer memory anti-shock for each player
• Accurate 1/75th second frame search
• 1-bit digital-to-analog converters with 8-times over-sampling
• Integrated fader start and relay playback
• Pitch control & master tempo with up to +/- 100% shift range
• Oversized blue LCD display with wide viewing angle and brightness control
• True instant start for both CD and MP3 operations
• Easy MP3 file search by folder, file name, title or artist
• Onboard DSP effects with multi mode scratching, auto and manual filter and phase shifting as well as
• flange, echo, trans, pan, & reverse User-friendly beat synchronization for DSP effects
• Auto BPM or manual TAP tempo
• Three hot cue points
• Three independent memory banks can remember up to 1500 cue points and/or samples
• Slot loading transports with blue LED illuminator
• Independent reset for each CD/MP3 player provides fail-safe disk jamming protection
• Built-in memory to save settings (memory is upgradeable)
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VCA MIXER FEATURES
4-channel VCA mixer with flexible input configurations
• 4 LINE, 2 PHONO, 1 MP3 and 3 XLR / 1/4” MIC inputs
• Dedicated DSP reverb and talk-over on MIC channels (MIC 1 and MIC 2)
• Dual rail premium quality AccutrackTM crossfader
• Effects loop with independent assign button on each channel
• Balanced master XLR outputs plus booth, master, record
• & master digital RCA outputs Independent digital SPDIF outputs for each player
• Digital master SPDIF output
• Hamster switch
• Rotary crossfader curve control
• 3-band EQ on each channel with
• Dual mode SPLIT/BLEND headphone monitoring
• 10 segment tri-colored LED metering on inputs and outputs
• Master MONO switch
• Fan cooling for improved thermal performance
• Voltage selectable power supply for worldwide use
• Analog direct CD outputs from CD players and line inputs on mixer allow
• using SeratoTM, TorqTM and other time code based systems*
oo to +12dB range with kill switches
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* Serato and Torq are registered trademarks of their respective manufacturers
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WORKSTATION FUNCTIONALITY
MASTER RESET: (graphic #4)
With unit switched off, turn the SEARCH control located on the Left CD player completely counterclockwise. Hold it in this position and turn the unit ON using the power switch. The Left LCD will dis­play <clearALL> on the top line. Once the <clearALL> line automatically disap­pears, release the SEARCH knob. The Left CD player has now been reset. Repeat the same procedure to reset the Right CD Player using the SEARCH control located on the Right CD player.
(graphic #4)
(graphic #5)
HEADPHON E
(graphic #6)
CD Slot In
IN THE UNLIKELY EVENT YOUR CD BECOMES STUCK:
The ProdigyFX is equipped with state-of-the-art slot-loading CD mechanisms (graphic #6). The ProdigyFX offers an emergency CD ejection procedure that ensures your gig won’t stop in the unlikely event a CD becomes stuck in the unit or if the CD does not eject normally at any time during operation. If an error message is displayed on the blue LCD or if the CD fails to eject, press and hold the EJECT button for 5 seconds (graphic #5). Release the EJECT button once RESET is displayed. The individual CD player - left or right - will reset and the CD will automatically eject after a few seconds. This function operates independently of the other CD player and mixer, thus ensuring that your gig is uninterrupted.
• NOTE: In the unlikely event that the procedure described above should not remedy the situation, turn the unit off for 10 seconds to completely reset the ProdigyFX and then turn the unit back on.
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RESETTING DSP TO DEFAULT PARAMETERS: (graphic #7)
When the HOLD button is activated while changing DSP TIME (X) and RATIO (Y) parameters, these new parameters are memorized and remain in DSP memory. When you turn the unit off, these parameters are deleted from the memory, when you turn the unit back on again, the DSP effects will be playing with the default settings again.
(graphic #7)
CUSTOMIZATION and MEMORY
Your ProdigyFX can be customized to produce virtually any sound you desire. Please follow these instructions.
DISPLAY SETTINGS: You can access SLEEP TIME, STOP TIME
and RUN TIME settings by holding down the TIME button and turning the TIME knob. After you see SLEEP on the LCD display, release the TIME button. You can now switch to Stop Time and then to Run Time by turning the TIME knob another click. Adjust all 3 values to your preference by turning the RATIO knob. (graphic #8)
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SLEEP TIME is the time after which the CD player will go to SLEEP mode if no controls are operated. The default setting is 45 min. It can be adjusted from 0 min to 120 minutes in 5-minute in­crements. “Zero” minutes equals “no sleep” but this decreases the life span of the CD lasers. Set a SLEEP TIME, such as 15 minutes, to maximize the lifespan of the unit’s lasers and CD mechanisms.
• TIP: If the CD player goes into SLEEP mode, you can return it to normal operation by pressing the CUE or PLAY buttons.
---- STOP TIME indicates how long the running line on the LCD display stays still before it starts moving when new track is selected. Default is set to 1 second and can be adjusted from 0.5 seconds to 20 seconds in 0.5 second increments.
---- RUN TIME is used to set the speed of running line, when a track’s info is displayed. Default is set to 400 msec (0.4 seconds), and can be adjusted from 20 msec to 1 sec in 20 msec incre­ments.
(graphic #8)
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