DMIX-600

CORTEX DMIX600 User Manual

MIX600 Digital Music Control Station

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iPod™ Not Included

iPod™ is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.

Important Notice

Before operating this unit, please verify that you have the latest firmware version available from our website - http://www.cortex-pro.com. New versions of the DMIX-600 firmware will include additional features, bug fixes, and enhanced compatibility to guarantee optimum performance of your unit. There are even Spanish and French language versions, to make operating the DMIX-600 easier than ever!

Additionally, please also download our FREE Cortex Database Creation Software, which allows you to create searchable databases of your entire music collection within minutes, as well as create playlists for use on your unit! This indispensable utility is designed to save you time when preparing large storage devices to use with the DMIX-600.

To find out what version of DMIX-600 firmware you are running:

1. Power on the DMIX-600 with NO DEVICES CONNECTED.

2. At the prompt that says ‘Insert Devices,’ press the INFO button.

3. The screen will display the version number of the currently installed DMIX-600 firmware.

To upgrade your firmware to the newest version:

1. Using your PC, download the firmware update to the root directory of your USB storage device (X:\ where X is the letter of the drive). We recommend Internet Explorer.

2. Connect the USB storage device to the DMIX-600.

3. Power on the DMIX-600, and select the aforementioned device.

4. The unit will display the date/version of the new update, and will ask if you want to update. Select ‘YES,’ and press enter.

5. The unit will go through a 8-step update procedure, after which the power will automatically shut down. When the unit is powered on again, you will be running the latest firmware.

Warning: If the power is interrupted or the USB device is removed during this process, it can damage the operating system of the unit. As well, it is advisable that the unit is not moved during the update process to make sure that the process is uninterrupted.

For more detailed information about Firmware Updates, including screen shots, please see the Firmware Updates section of the manual (page 25).

Table of Contents

Warnings and WEEE.............................................................................................2

Introduction..............................................................................................................3

Features...................................................................................................................4

Compatibility and Recommended Peripherals.................................................5

Device Requirements..............................................................................................5

Care and Maintenance.........................................................................................6

Operating Conditions............................................................................................6

Legal Info.................................................................................................................6

Setup Guide ..........................................................................................................7

Front & Rear Panels ........................................................................................7

Top Panel & Functions..................................................................................8-9

Setup Guide

Using the DMIX-600...........................................................................................10

Preparing for Use & Connections...............................................................10

Selecting Devices & Database Creation...................................................11

File Browser & Search Options (Part I).....................................................12

USB keyboard & Search Options (Part II)................................................13

Search Options (Part III)...............................................................................14

Waveform, Time Display & Search Options (Part IV)............................15

Info Button & Track Attributes......................................................................16

Play Mode & Single Auto Cue....................................................................17

Pitch Control, Key Adjust & Master Tempo...............................................18

Jog Mode & Playback Navigation Controls.............................................19

Shuffle Mode..................................................................................................19

Cue Points and Cue Memorization.............................................................20

Hot Cues...........................................................................................................21

Loop Feature...................................................................................................22

Setup Preferences..........................................................................................23

Device Menu...................................................................................................24

Soft Power & Firmware Updates................................................................25

Mixer Section........................................................................................................26

Mixer Section (continued)..............................................................................27

Effects................................................................................................................28

Setting up your Cortex and iTunes®........................................................29-30

Error Messages.....................................................................................................31

Technical Specifications......................................................................................32

Warranty Information.........................................................................................33

IMPORTANT WARNING & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

P L E A S E R E A D P R I O R T O O P E R A T I N G T H I S D E V I C E !

CAUTION: This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to other equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

READ INSTRUCTIONS: All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS: The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

HEED WARNINGS: All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS: All operating and use instructions should be followed.

CLEANING: The product should be cleaned only with a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never clean with furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or other volatile liquids since they may corrode the cabinet.

ATTACHMENTS: Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

WATER & MOISTURE: Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

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.

CART: A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn. S

VENTILATION: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from 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 provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.

EE FIGURE A.

POWER SOURCES: This product should be operated

only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company.

LOCATION: The appliance should be installed in a stable location.

NON-USE PERIODS: The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.

GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION:

- If this product is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other), it will fit into the 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.

- If this product is equipped with a three-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin, it will only fit into a grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug.

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 cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING: If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. S

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.

POWER LINES: An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

OVERLOADING: Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

OBJECT & LIQUID ENTRY: Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

EE FIGURE B.

SERVICING: Do not attempt to service this product

yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE: Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

- When the power-supply cord or plug is dam-

aged.

- If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen

into the product.

- If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

- If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

- If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

- When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.

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.

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.

WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING: The product should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling.

HEAT: The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

DISPOSAL: This product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Introduction

Foreword

hank you for purchasing our Cortex DMIX-600.. We are confident that the Cortex platform of products will not only make your life easier through

T the use of the latest technogical advancements in cross-platform connectivity and sound reproduction but will raise the bar for DJ and pro audio products. With the proper care & maintenance, your unit will likely provide years of reliable, uninterrupted service. All Cortex products are backed by a 1-year limited warranty*.

Preparing for First Use

Please insure that you find these accessories included with the DMIX-600:

Power supply...........................................................................................................1

Operating instructions............................................................................................1

We Want You Listening For A Lifetime!

Dear Customer:

Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit you have just purchased is only the start of your musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can maximize the fun and excitement your equipment offers. This Manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level.One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or distortion-and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.

Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing “comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound. So what's sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.

To establish a safe level:

- Start your volume control at a low setting.

- Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.

Once you have established a comfortable sound level:

- Set the dial and leave it there.

Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too late, This Manufacturer and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. This list of sound levels is included for your protection.

Decibel Level Example

30 Quiet library, soft whispers 40 Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic 50 Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office 60 Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine 70 vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant 80 Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock

at two feet

THE FOLLO W I N G N O I S ES C A N B E D A N G E ROUS

UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE

90 Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower 100 Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill 120 Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap 140 Gunshot blast, jet plane 180 Rocket launching pad

Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.

Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent

hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we want you

listening for a lifetime.

Operational Notes

Features

The Cortex DMIX-600 has been designed & engineered to provide digital music playback and manipulation features demanded by profession-

l users. The DMIX-600 is designed to liberate DJs from the issues asso-

a ciated with PC-based solutions, by eliminating the need for a computer during performance. The DMIX-600 also offers superior portability and flexibility over that of a typical PC.

Jog Wheel (Touch wheel)

The Jog Wheel(Touch Wheel) on the DMIX-600 provides highly precise control for a variety of functions. With the Jog Wheel, the User can search, pitch bend or even scratch just as if it were a vinyl turntable! As well, this can provide an extremely powerful navigation tool for searching menus, changing parameters and selecting music on your hard drive.

Pitch Control

High precision 60mm slide potentiometer for accurate adjustment of speed.

• 0.05% pitch precision

In order to provide more precise pitch adjustment, the unit is able to advance in increments of 0.05%. This aids in beat-matching between two musical programs, with much finer pitch resolution than can be found on most conventional professional CD players.

• Multiple pitch ranges

With pitch ranges of 4, 8, 12, and 24%, the pitch control’s minimum and maximum values can be altered to augment or reduce the amount of pitch adjustment to a musical program.

• Pitch ON/OFF

By pressing the PITCH + and PITCH - buttons simultaneously, this toggles whether or not the unit will respond to changes via the PITCH CONTROL slide. The Pitch ON/OFF feature also functions as a pitch reset, when it is used to turn the pitch OFF.

CD Audio support

The DMIX-600 offers an unparalleled level of connectivity with all driverless USB devices. The Cortex line of products are the first to offer the ability to manipulate music stored on USB devices such as hard drives,

lash memory, optical drives, and personal music players, regardless of

f platform. Through this innovation, DJs are able to consolidate the amount of equipment and music needed during a performance. Even more USB devices can be connected with the use of a compatible USB hub.

Database-Driven Music Management

Despite the fact that a vast majority of people have access to USB storage devices or portable music players, the Cortex DMIX-600 supports the playback of CD Audio discs through a compatible USB external CDROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, or DVD-RW drive. This is particularly useful for DJs making a gradual migration, or for playing CDs provided by clients.

Playlist Support

The entire line of Cortex Digital Music Players allows for the management of music collections via a database-driven system. Using this method, the database can be queried based on a number of different criteria. This allows DJs to search by artist, title, genre, album, or search string. Using this method allows the DJ to find a specific music selection within seconds. The database is saved to the storage device the music is being drawn from, so that it can be used with any Cortex unit, whether it’s in your personal rig or at a club! Cue Points that have been memorized using the DMIX-600 are also stored along with the database information on the active storage device. Once a Cue Point has been stored, DJs have the ability to recall it each time that track is loaded.

Built in Audio Mixer

The DMIX-600 comes with a full featured 2 Channel mixer with features like 3 band EQ on each channel,microphone input with dedicated EQ, replacable crossfader and on board digital effects. You also have have a seperate booth output and balanced XLR outputs for more professional applications.

Backlit displays

The backlit 20 Character LCD screen shows a variety of information, including track titles, times, pitch, setup options, waveforms, loops and search parameters. This display allows more extensive visualization of parameters than a conventional CD player.

Digital Effects

The built in digital effects give you additonal tools to enhance your mix, by using either the FILTER the FLANGER or the REVERB you are armed with an added variety of tricks to compliment your mixing style.

Cross-Platform USB Connectivity

The DMIX-600 supports both iPod™ and User created Playlists, which can be created using Apple iTunes™ (in the case of an Ipod™) or our own DB SE software. When there are iPod™ Playlists available to be loaded, a menu option will appear in the main Search Options menu. Otherwise, user created playlists are accessible from the Playlist menu.

Operational Notes

Compatability & Recommended Peripherals

A Word About Compatability

The DMIX-600 (and all Cortex products) are designed to interface with all driverless USB devices. This means that if the product does not require proprietary driver software and can be accessed natively by a PC or Macintosh computer, it should be compatible with the Cortex. Note that just because the product works on a computer without using an included driver disk, that does not mean that it is truly driverless.

In theory (but sometimes not in practice), any device that doesn’t require a driver should work just fine with the Cortex. However, varying specifications of certain products (primarily USB flash memory) sometimes might present an incompatability issue. As one might imagine, testing every USB peripheral on the market would be a lifelong quest, and the introduction of new peripherals on the daily basis would make it even more difficult.

If you are having trouble with a specific peripheral, please find the compatability advisory section of our website, and let us know! In the vast majority of cases, support can be added for sub-standard units that deviate from typical specifications.

Device Requirements

• DAE capability for Audio CD playback via CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive

In order to play back audio CDs on a CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive, the

rive itself must support bit-accurate Digital Audio Extraction (DAE for

d short). If the drive does not support bit-accurate DAE, it is possible that you may notice anomolies such as pops & clicks during playback.

USB Hubs must be Powered, not Passive (non-powered)

•

Although the Cortex is able to provide power to the vast majority of USB-powered devices, USB Hubs should be powered. Although a passive hub itself will function, the extraneous current draw of the devices connected to it may cause instability when operating the Cortex.

• Write-protection must be Disabled (where applicable)

When using a writeable device (hard drive, music player, flash memory), any write-protection must be disabled. Otherwise the Cortex will not be able to store the database it has created.

Certified-Compatible Devices

For a list of devices that have been tested and are certified to be compatible with the DMIX-600, please visit the support section of our website at http://www.cortex-pro.com

• USB Compliance

The storage device must comply to USB 1.0, 1.1, or 2.0 specifications. Wireless USB devices are not supported.

• Devices should be dedicated for use with the Cortex, if possible

For optimal performance, the storage devices you use should be decicated for audio-only use. No other files should be stored on the device, other than the audio and database files used by the Cortex.

• Drives must be unpartitioned

The DMIX-600 cannot switch between multiple partitions - it recognizes the first partition on the active device. This is crucial for the efficiency of the database driven search.

• FAT32, NTFS, or HFS+ File System for Flash Memory and Hard Drives

All storage devices must be formatted using FAT32, NTFS, or HFS+ file systems. On Windows PCs, all hard drives will use FAT32 or NTFS file systems, with NTFS common for Windows XP and later. HFS+ is the file system that is used by Macintosh and Linux-based machines.

• NTFS is read-only!

If you are using an external hard drive that is formatted using the NTFS file system, you will not be able to create a database using the DMIX600 unit. Instead, you should use the Cortex Database Creation (DBC) software for PC or Mac. This should not impact the majority of users, as the only devices that will be typically formatted using NTFS are extremely large hard drives over 32 gigs. When there is a large music collection, using the DBC software will be dramatically faster at creating a database.

Operational Notes

Additional Information

Maintaining Storage Devices

When using writeable storage devices, such as hard drives, and harddrive-based music players (iPod, Zen), certain maintenance might be required. Because the Cortex units use streaming technology to manipulate more than one music file from one device simultaneously, hard drives and hard-drive based units need to be defragmented regularly to ensure the integrity of the streamed files.

Fragmentation refers to “the condition of a disk in which files are divided into pieces scattered around the disk. Fragmentation occurs naturally when you use a disk frequently, creating, deleting, and modifying files. At some point, the operating system needs to store parts of a file in noncontiguous clusters. This is entirely invisible to users, but it can slow down the speed at which data is accessed because the disk drive must search through different parts of the disk to put together a single file.”

Maintaining these storage devices must be done via your computer, and should be performed whenever there has been a substancial change to your music library (adding/deleting music). Note that failure to maintain your storage devices might result in delayed access times and glitchy audio playback.

• With Windows™ based machines

First, connect the storage device that you wish to defragment. If you are connecting a hard-drive based music player, such as an Apple iPod or Creative Zen, make sure to exit any applications that may be launched on connection.

Cleaning the Unit

To clean the DMIX-600, use only a dry soft cloth and/or compressed air. If the unit is soiled with stubborn dirt, we suggest using a 2:1 solution of distilled water and 30% isopropyl alcohol. Avoid using harsh cleaning chemicals such as benzene, paint thinner, bleach, or hydrochloric acid, which will damage the unit.

Operating Conditions

For optimum performance, the temperature of the operating environment should be between +5º C to +35º C (+41º F - +95º F). Failure to maintain proper operating temperature may result in difficulty reading the LCD display, thermal overload, or system-wide instability. Avoid exposing the unit to direct sunlight.

When placing the unit in an installation, make sure that it is placed on a stable surface, as far away from vibrations as possible. Even though the Cortex is impervious to vibration, the storage devices (specifically hard drive based ones) that are designed to be used in conjunction with it are typically not. Also be sure not to place or use the player on heat generating sources, such as amplifiers or near spotlights.

Never use any other power supply other than the one provided with the unit, as doing so may damage the unit and void the warranty. The power supply included with the DMIX-600 is a custom made supply and is not commercially available.

To load Disk Defragmenter, go to the Start menu, and find Disk Defragmenter under Accessories/System Tools.

When Disk Defragmenter has been loaded, select the device to be defragmented, and click the ‘Defragment’ button at the bottom of the window.

For more information on defragmenting, consult the Windows Help guide.

• With Apple Macintosh Machines

According to Apple, provisions within the HFS file allocation system diminish the need for any type of defragmentation. Because of this, there is no software included in OSX to accomplish this. However, this does not guarantee that defragmentation will not be necessary for external storage devices and portable music players.

For more information on Apple’s claims, see this article:

http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=25668

Always Make Backups!

Due to the sometimes fragile state of PC components, we insist that you make backups of the storage devices that you plan on using with the Cortex. All hard drives (and hard-drive-based portable music players), are prone to failure - they have moving parts inside. Instead of taking a chance that your hard drive will last one more performance, one more month, or one more year, it is a far more intellegent choice to back up your data for the worst case scenario.

Lawful Use of DMIX-600

Neither Cortex nor its dealers assume responsibility for the use made of the DMIX-600. The user must ensure he/she has all relevant licences and consents in place (whether for copyright/public performance, performers rights, moral rights or otherwise) to allow the lawful use of the DMIX-

600. This is likely to include licences from organizations administering performance rights in audio recordings or consents from any other relevant rights holders.

The Cortex line of units, although designed to streamline the process by which DJs perform, is not designed as a tool to facilitate media piracy. We urge that our users legitimately purchase the music they plan to use, and support the artists who make it possible for them to sustain a career as a professional entertainer.

Neither Cortex nor your retailer will be held responsible for data loss because of the lack of backups.

Setup Guide

Front & Rear Panels

Rear Panel

1. DC inlet w/security clamp

This connector is used in conjunction with the AC/DC adaptor to power the unit. Next to the DC inlet connector is a security clamp, which can be fastened over top of the cable to prevent it from being dislodged.

2. MASTER OUT L/R RCA connectors (UNBALANCED)

RCA type unbalanced stereo audio output. These connectors output audio signal also generated from the DMIX-600 unit.

7. MICROPHONE INPUTS

The DMIX-600 has two microphone inputs, one located on the front panel, and one on the back. Both are controlled by the same microphone volume control rotatry which is also located on the front panel. The volume rotary features an on/off switch built into its design, so when you rotate the control all the way to the left counter clockwise it will “click” to the off position and the blue LED will turn off indicating the microphone channel is OFF. The microphone channel also has a 2 band EQ allowing you to adjust the tone of the microphone input.

Front Panel

3. BOOTH OUT L/R RCA connectors (UNBALANCED)

RCA type unbalanced stereo audio output. These connectors output the booth monitor signal of the DMIX-600 unit.

4. RECORD OUT L/R RCA connectors (UNBALANCED)

RCA type unbalanced stereo audio output. These connectors output the RECORD signal of the DMIX-600 unit.

5. MAIN OUT 2 L/R XLR connectors (BALANCED)

XLR type balanced stereo audio output. These connectors output audio signal generated from the DMIX-600 unit

6. USB i/o and DOCK/MSD Switch

A. USB MSD INPUT This connector is used to attach the USB mass stor age device that contains your music library. Suitable mass storage devices include, but are not limited to: external hard drives, flash memory, portable digital music players, CD/DVD-ROM drives, memory card readers, and active USB hubs.

B. USB iPOD OUTPUT This connector allows you to connect to a PC or laptop and lets you use the DOCK in the DMIX-600 as a stamdard iPod Dock.

C. DOCK / MSD SWITCH This switch allows you to choose weather you are going to use your iPod as a MSD (mass storage device) or DOCK the iPod and connect it to your PC like a regular iPod DOCK.

8. CONVERTIBLE PHONO/LINE INPUTS and SWITCHES

These small switches allow you to choose between a PHONO (Turntable) input or a LINE level (Mp3, CD, Tape player etc..).and require the proper switching. When switched to the PHONO position you may use any Turntable with a magnetic cartridge. And when the switch is in the LINE position you may connect any line level device like (Mp3, CD, Tape etc).

9. GROUNDING SCREW

When using (a) turntable(s), you will need to ground the RCA cable(s) by screwing in the grounding fork(s) to the GROUNDING SCREW located on the rear panel of the DMIX-600.

10. POWER BUTTON

Press and hold the Power Button for 1 second to boot up the unit. To turn the unit off the power button must be held down for 3 seconds to protect from the unit being accidently shut down.

3. Headphone jack and Cue Controls

The headphone jack located on the front of the Dmix 600 is designed to accept any standard headphone using a 1/4’‘ jack. Use the Cue fader to fade between channels one and two for cue preview. Use the cue volume control to control headphone volume.The CUE EFFECTS button when ON allows you to cue the current effect in the headphones

Setup Guide

Top Panel & Functions

Top Panel

1. iPod Dock

This can be used to dock any Ipod (Gen 3 and above) to the unit. As well, when used together with the USB type B connector on the rear of the unit the Ipod can be connected to a PC through the Dmix 600 for file transfers.

2. Time and Single buttons

Press the TIME button to toggle between Time Remaining and Time Elapsed on the Play screen when playing an audio file. Use the Single button to toggle between Single and Continuous play modes.

3. Master Volume

Use this knob to change the volume of the Master output on the rear of your unit.

4. Booth Volume

Use this knob to change the volume of the Booth output on the rear of your unit.

5. Effects Controls

This section controls the three on board effects FILTER, FLANGER and REVERB. The effects can be assigned to either channel individually or to the master output mix. You can also adjust the parameter and the DRY/WET mix of the effect.

6. Master/Cue VU meter switch

The Master/Cue switch located above the VU meter is used to choose what is displayed on the VU meter. Switch to the MASTER position to have the LEDs display the volume of the Master output. Switch to the Cue position to monitor the volume of channels One and Two in relation to each other.

8. Crossfader/Fader Curve

The Crossfader is used to fade between channels one and two. The crossfader is user replaceble from the top panel. FADER CURVE settings, positioning the switch to the right will give you a gradual CROSSFADE and positioning the switch to the left will give you a quick CROSSFADE.

9. MSD/Line-Phono switch

This switch toggles between the MSD (Ipod/USB) and Line/Phono inputs on your mixer.

10.Gain and EQ knobs

Use the High, Mid and Low knobs to effect the tone of your music. Use the Gain knob in conjunction with your Channel fader to change the volume of your music..

11.Line Fader

The Line Faders on each channel are used to control volume. Use these in conjunction with the Gain and EQ on each channel to control the Volume and Tone of each channel.

12.Info/Play/Search Buttons

Use the INFO button to view the information of a playing file. Use the SEARCH button to enter the search menu. Use the PLAY button to re-enter the Play screen.

13.SHIFT button

Holding down the SHIFT button extends the use of certain buttons on the unit, by providing alternate functions.

7. VU meter

The VU meter displays the current volume of either the Master output or Cue output, depending on the position of the Master/Cue switch.

14.JOG MODE button/indicator

This button controls alternately whether the JOG WHEEL will function as PITCH BEND or FF/REW. When the LED indicator is lit, it indicates that the JOG WHEEL will function as FF/REW. When not lit the JOG WHEEL functions as a PITCH BEND.

Setup Guide

Top Panel & Functions (Continued)

Top Panel

15.JOG WHEEL

The JOG WHEEL controls many aspects of the unit, and can be used for navigating through menus, searching through music and manipulation of pitch. The behavior of the JOG WHEEL is dependent on the mode of operation, as well as the status of the PITCH ON/OFF indicator and JOG MODE. The JOG WHEEL is also touch sensitive allowing you to press down on it to stop the music and/or manipulate your music like a vinyl turntable would.

16.CUE button/indicator

When the LED indicator which illuminates this button is lit, it indicates that there is a CUE POINT memorized.

17.PLAY/PAUSE button/indicator

When the LED indicator which illuminates this button is lit solidly, it indicates that the unit is in PLAY mode. When the LED indicator is flashing, it indicates that the unit is in PAUSE mode.

18.LCD DISPLAY panel

This blue-backlit display is a 20 Character LCD that displays information such as track/waveform, folders, parameter adjustments and search information. Contrast is available in the Edit menu.

19.Hot Cue Section

There are two HOT CUES for each side and both can be made on the fly, Additionaly by pressing SHIFT plus either CUE button you can edit the start time of the CUE point.

21.Master Tempo and Key Adjust buttons

These buttons engage functions that change how the pitch is used. Master Tempo changes the speed without changing the pitch. Key adjust changes the key of the song without changing the speed .Both Master Tempo and Key can be used in combination. When Key Adjust is enabled then the PITCH BEND buttons act to change KEY instead of acting as a PITCH BEND.

22.Pitch Fader, PITCH ON/OFF indicator and PITCH BEND buttons

This slide, when pushed towards the bottom of the unit (+), increases the tempo of playback. When the slide is pushed towards the top of the unit (-), the tempo of playback is decreased. The Pitch Bend buttons can be used to make temporary increases and decreases in pitch for matching tempo, and when both buttons are pressed together the pitch is turned on and off (as indicated by the Pitch On/Off indicator LED).

23. Loop section

The loop function allows you to set an “IN point and an “OUT’ point and repeat (LOOP) whatever information is between those two points indefinitly. You also have the abilty to adjust the “IN” point and the “OUT” point by simply pressing SHIFT at the same time as either IN button or the OUT button, This will engage the loop editor give you the abilty fine tune the loop to your desired result. At anytime you can release or disengage the loop by pressing “OUT” again. Later to recalll the loop you need only press the reloop button to re-engage the loop from its original ‘IN “point

20.NAVIGATOR keypad

These buttons allow the user to navigate through menus and features of the Dmix-600. Depending on the mode of the unit, the buttons may serve different purposes.

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Preparing for Use

STEP ONE

Connect the AC/DC adaptor to the DC Inlet, found on the rear of the unit. Fasten the Security Clamp (found directly below the DC Inlet jack) on top of the cable, so that it is not possible for the cable to become dislodged.

STEP TWO

Connect either the XLR type (Balanced) audio output and/or the RCA type (Unbalanced) Audio Outputs to a suitable source (see diagram below). The DMIX-600 features a wide variety of output choices depending on your requirements, all outputs can be used simultaneously.

STEP THREE

Connect your primary USB device to the port found in the middle of the rear panel. You may choose any driverless device that follows FAT32, NTFS, or HFS+ file systems. You may also connect a powered (active) USB hub to augment the amount of available ports, giving you the advantage of connecting either a USB keyboard or more USB storage devices (see diagram below).

STEP FOUR

Press the Power button located to the left of the front panel. The unit will take about 5 seconds to boot up as well as detect any USB devices that are currently connected.

Connections

OUTPUTS USB INPUTS

MIC CUE

STEP ONE - DEVICE SELECTION

When prompted, select the desired storage device, on each side,that you wish to access. Use the Navigator Keypad to advance through the list of

evices, and press Enter to select.

If necessary, you can also connect other USB storage devices without powering down the unit.

Note that when you select a storage device on one side, the unit will be required to complete any necessary Database Creation before being able to select a device on the opposite side. During this time, the opposite screen will display “Wait for other side.”

STEP TWO - INDEXING

Once you have selected a device, the unit will search for a database of the music that exists on that device. If it is the first time you are using that particular unit with the DMIX-600, the unit will prompt you to perform indexing, so that you can search for any song within seconds. If you already have used the storage device with the DMIX-600, skip to STEP TWO - VERIFICATION.

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Selecting Devices & Database Creation

Fig 2.1 - Select USB device

Fig 2.2 - Create Database by selecting ‘YES’

If you wish to create the database using the DMIX-600, select ‘YES’ from this prompt.

During the indexing procedure, the unit must create a database based off of the ID3 tags that exist on the storage device. The speed of this procedure directly relates to how many songs are stored on the connected device. If you are using a hard drive over 20 gigs, or an NTFS device, we suggest that you use the Cortex Database Creation PC application to perform the indexing, as it will save time (especially with a fast CPU). The Cortex Database Creation software is available for FREE from http://www.cortex-pro.com.

Once the indexing procedure has begun, it can be cancelled by pressing the Info button.

VERIFICATION

If your storage device has already been indexed, you will be presented with a prompt allowing you to verify the database. For each time that you add files to your storage device, you will either have to use the Verify function to add those files to the index, or use the Cortex Database Creation PC application.

We strongly suggest using the Database Creation application, as it can process files at many times the speed of the DMIX-600 itself.

Once the verification procedure has begun, it can be cancelled by pressing the Info button.

Fig 2.3 - Database Creation Screen

Fig 2.4 - Everytime music is added to your storage device, the database must be verified and updated in order to index the new songs.

Once you are finished with verifying, simply choose the option labeled ‘Exit from Verify.’

Congratulations! You are now ready to start searching through your music library quickly and efficiently. Using this method will help you locate any song in your collection quicker than ever before.

Fig 2.5 -Exit Verify

Fig 2.6 - Welcome screen shows unit is ready for use

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EARCH OPTIONS

The database-driven searching of the DMIX-600 provides DJs with a quick and easy way to find tracks amongst a large library, by allowing the user to search by Song, Artist, Genre, Album, BPM, String, Playlists, File browser, Recently added, Top 100 and Last 100. Simply choose one of these Search Options, and that particular criteria will be displayed in alphabetical order.

Search by Songs

When you Search by Songs, you will see presented with all of the track titles in the database that has been created by the DMIX-600 or the helper software application.

Search by Artists

When you choose Search by Artists, you can narrow down the amount of results by first selecting the artist you wish to browse, then you can easily select the track you want to play.

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Fig 2.7 - Searching by song title

Fig 2.8 - Searching by artist

PART I)

Search by Genres

When Search by Genres is chosen, you will be presented with a list of all of the genres found in the database. Because not every MP3 has ID3 genre tagging, some tracks may not be displayed in this search. Once you select a genre from the list, you will be able to browse all songs within that genre

Search by Album

Using the Search by Album option will allow you to search by the name of the album that a track is from. Keep in mind that this option also may not allow you to access all tracks, because sometimes singles are sold separately and are not taken from any specific album. Once you select an album, all of the tracks found under that album will be displayed.

Search by BPM

The DMIX-600 can read the BPM off of your songs ID3-tags and search by BPM, if your songs do not have a BPM in thier ID3-tag they will be considered 0 BPM and the unit will display songs from lowest to higest BPM.

Fig 2.9 - Searching by genre

Fig 3.0 - Searching by album

NOTE: The DMIX-600 does not calculate the BPM it just displays the information contaiined in the id3tag. There are many third party programs that will allow you to automaticaly or manualy input the BPM’s for all your music.

Fig 3.1 - Search by BPM

earch by String

One of the most convenient features of the DMIX-600 is string search, which allows you to find a specified word or string of words within the database. This is exceptionally helpful when you (or your client) has a request, but does not know the exact title or artist.

Once you have selected ‘Search by String,’ you will be presented with a prompt where you may input a word or series of words that will be used when querying the database.

You can control your DMIX-600 by from any wireless or corded USB keyboard. Just plug in a USB keyboard into any of the USB jacks and you can string search for songs to input directly into the player you can also control many of the functios of your player from the keyboard, below is a list of key names and thier corresponding functions.

NOTE: No matter what mode you are in, when you start typing, the DMIX-600 will jump to the string search screen.

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Search Options (PART II)

Fig 3.2- String Search input prompt

You can also use the Jog Wheel or Up/Down arrows (on the Navigator Keypad), to input the first letter of the Search String. Use the Right arrow or the Enter Key to advance to the next space, and enter the next letter. You may press the Left arrow to go back to the previous letter, or press Shift+Left to backspace (deletes the previous letter).

Finally, when the Search String is entered, you will need to press the Enter key twice, and the unit will execute the search. Once you press Enter twice, the unit will begin processing your search. Depending on the size of your library, this may take awhile.

After the unit is finished executing the search, it will display the results that were found for each category: Titles, Artists, Genres, and Albums each of which can be accessed by using the Navigation Pad Arrow Keys or the Jog Wheel. Note that the amount of results found under each category will be displayed in parenthesis. In this example, there are 10 titles of songs with the word “LOVE” in them, and 1 artist.

Fig 3.3 - Using Jog Wheel to input a string

Fig 3.4 - Processing the Search

Fig 3.5 - Displaying result categories

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STRING SEARCH (CONTINUED)

Once you have chosen a category - Titles, Artists, Genres, or Albums, you will browse through the selections as if you were in any of the other search modes. Once again, you may select a track using the Jog Wheel or Navigation Pad, and press Enter to load it.

iPod ™ Playlist Support

Although there is no facility to create playlists on the DMIX-600 unit, you can load iPod™ playlists that are created using iTunes® .

Once a playlist has been constructed using iTunes®, it can be loaded from the main Search Options screen.

Creating a Simple Playlist

When using the File Browser with Single Mode OFF, you can play all of the files in a specified directory simply by choosing the first file and letting the unit continue playing. If you change the filenames (via your PC) to be preceeded by a number, the DMIX-600 will play them in numeric order.

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Fig 3.6 - Selecting a matching title from the executed search

Fig 3.7 - iPod/XML Playlist option from the Search Menu

PART III)

File Browser

The File Browser is designed to allow you to view the directory structure found on a connected storage device, rather than search by specific criteria. This can be helpful if you keep your music collection in order, but can also help to locate a song that may not have the appropriate ID3 tag information. When a track does not have an ID3 tag, it will not be added to the searchable database of tracks.

Once you enter the File Browser, you will be presented with the file structure exactly as it exists on the storage device. Use the Jog Wheel or the Navigator Keypad to advance through entries. To go back to the Main Menu, press the left Arrow Key.

When you have found the MP3 file that you wish to play, simply press Enter, and the track will load. You may press the Search Mode button, found to the left of the display of the unit, at any time to return to the Search Options menu. Similarly, when you are in Search Mode, you may press the Play Mode button to return to the play screen.

Fig 3.8 - Simple Playlist by using numbered files with File Browser

Fig 3.9 - Selecting File Browser from Main Menu

Fig 4.0 - Browsing file/directory structure using File Browser

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ecently Added

The DMIX-600 keeps track of the recently added music to your database and allows youto search just by those particular songs, it will display those songs in alphabetical order.

Top 100

s well as keeping track of the music you have added, the DMIX-600

A keeps track of the most commonly played songs in your set and will display 100 of those songs in order of most to least played.

Last 100

You can also search through the last 100 songs you played, even if the system has been turned of the DMIX-600 will save all this information to the storge device that was used.

WAVEFORM

This feature allows you to see a block diagram representation of the high and low volume peaks for the chosen song, which scrolls along while the songs plays, an arrow represents the exact point at which the song is playing.

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PART IV)

Waveform and Time Display

Fig 4.1 - Search by recently added

Fig 4.2 - Aearch by last 100

To disengage the WAVEFORM display feature just hit the PLAY button in the display mode section.

By using the DB SE software (Downloadable off our website) WWW.CORTEX-PRO.COM you can create waveforms for all your music files.

Time Display Modes Changing the Time Display Mode is as simple as pressing the Time button to toggle between elapsed and remaining time. Elapsed Time shows

how much time has past since the beginning of the track, and Remaining Time shows how much time is left before the track is over.

You may press Shift+Time to change the Time Display Mode .

Fig 4.3 - Waveform

Fig 4.5 - LCD Display and progress indicator in time elapsed

When the Time Display Mode is changed, you will also notice that the Progress Indicator will also change to reflect either Elapsed Time or Remaining Time.

Fig 4.6 - LCD Display and progress indicator in time remaining

INFO BUTTON

You will find that the Info Button, located to the top left of either side of the DMIX-600 will become an indispensable part of using the DMIX-

600. Despite the DMIX-600 being able to display an adequate amount of information on the LCD, not every attribute of each track can be displayed all at once. Additionally, there will be times when you may run into two tracks with the same title, and the Info Button will help to reveal which track you truly want to select.

While in Play Mode or Search Mode, pressing the Info button will display all attributes relating to the currently playing or currently selected track (depending on whether you are in Play or Search Mode).

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Info Button & Track Attributes

Fig 4.7 - The Info Button is used to display all track attributes

The Info function displays:

Artist - Artist as per what is listed in the ID3 tag Title - Title as per what is listed in the ID3 tag Album - Album as per what is listed in the ID3 tag Type of File - Whether the file is MP3 or WAV Genre - Genre as per what is listed in the ID3 tag Path & Filename - Exactly how it exists in the directory structure of the

storage device

Note that most of the attributes are taken directly from the ID3 tag found in the MP3 file. If the ID3 tag is missing any of these attributes, they will not be displayed in the Info screens.

Once you have pressed the Info button, you will be presented with all of the attributes relating to the currently playing or selected track. You may use the Navigation Pad Arrow Keys or the Jog Wheel to scroll up and down to view all of the information.

Fig 4.8 - Information Screen 1 of 3

Fig 4.9 - Information Screen 2 of 3

To exit the Info screens, you may press the Info Button again, or you may press either the Search or Play Mode buttons to jump immediately to those modes, when applicable.

Fig 5.0 - Information Screen 3 of 3

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Play Mode and Single Auto Cue

Section Five: Play Mode

The Play Mode is the heart of the Cortex DMIX-600. Just like conventional CD players, the DMIX-600 allows you to select multiple pitch ranges, memorize cue points, and frame accurate searching. The DMIX600 excels over traditional CD players, as it is much faster at loading and starting playback, it has a more informative LCD display, and it can memorize cue points for future performances.

Entering Play Mode

By default, when you press Enter to select a track from Search Mode, the unit will immediately load the track and enter Play Mode.

If music is already playing and you wish to return to the Play Mode screen, simply press the Play Mode button.

Track Title

Fig 5.1 - Play Mode Screen

Time Display

Progress Indicator/Waveform

Pitch Value

Single Mode (Single Auto Cue)

Single Mode, when a track is loaded, it will automatically cue to the first frame of audio, and then wait for you to press Play. At the end of that track, the unit will pause. To engage this mode, press Shift+Single on each side you wish to engage this mode on.

When Single Mode is off when loading a track, the unit will begin playing immediately. At the end of that track, the unit will continue to play the next file displayed in the Search Results. When Single Mode is off, this gives you the ability to play all of the Search Results in the order that they were displayed. Pressing Shift+Single will also allow you to turn Single Mode off.

Fig5.2 - Entering Play Mode

Fig 5.3 - LCD Display shows status of Single Mode

Fig 5.4 - Using Shift+Single to toggle Single or Continuous modes

Pitch Control, Master Tempo & Key Adjust

Pitch Control, Pitch Bend, and Pitch Ranges

The Pitch Control allows you to speed up or slow down the playback of a track by a desired percentage. The HDTT-5000 offers Pitch Ranges of 4, 8, 16, and 24%, in order to provide a wide level of flexibility when manipulating digital music files. In all modes, 0.05% Pitch Resolution can be achieved, allowing for a more precise level of adjustment.

To toggle Pitch On or Off (the unit will not respond to pitch changes when Pitch is Off), press both the Pitch Bend (+) and Pitch Bend (-) buttons simultaneously. The LED indicator will illuminate when Pitch has been turned On.

To change Pitch Ranges, press Shift+Pitch Bend (+) OR Pitch Bend (-) buttons simultaneously. The Pitch Display on the LCD screen of that respective side will momentarily display the new Pitch Range.

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Fig 5.5 - Pitch On/Off by pressing both buttons simultaneously

For a momentary change in Pitch, the Pitch Bend (+) and Pitch Bend (-) buttons will temporarily increase or decrease pitch relative to the amount of time either button is held down.

When the Jog Mode is not engaged (LED remains unlit), you may also use the Jog Wheel to perform a Pitch Bend.

Key Adjust and Master Tempo

The Key Adjust and Master Tempo controls allow you to have independent controls of Key Adjust and Tempo. When Master Tempo and Key adjust are enabled, the Pitch Bend (+) and Pitch Bend (-) buttons become Key Adjust buttons, with a range of +-5 half steps, displayed in Sharp/Flat for +/-, and the Pitch Slider and Jog Wheel control Master Tempo and Master Tempo bend.

To enable Master Tempo and Key Adjust, first you need to press the Master Tempo button. If you press Key alone Key will not be enabled, and must be turned on within Master Tempo mode.

To disengage Key Adjust, simply press the Key Adjust button at any time, and the Key will return to it’s original value. To return to Pitch mode simply press Master Tempo or press Pitch Bend (+) and Pitch Bend (-) . If Key adjust is enabled then that will be turned off as well at this time.

Fig 5.6 - Use either thePitch control slider the

Pitch + & -buttons or the Jog wheel to adjust pitch

Fig 5.7 Master tempo & Key adjust

Jog Mode

hen the Jog Mode LED is unlit, the Jog Wheel (when in Play Mode) will

W perform a Pitch Bend.

When the Jog Mode button is pressed, the LED indicator will illuminate, and the Jog Wheel will then allow you to search (FF/REW) through each track. The faster the Jog Wheel is moved, the faster the unit will search through the playing track. In order to use the Jog Mode, the unit must be in the process of playing, not paused.

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Jog Mode and Playback Navigation

Fig 5.8 - Engaging Jog Mode for FF/REW using the Jog Mode button

Playback Navigation Functions

Using the Navigation keypad left & right buttons, you can search through a track similar to using the Jog Mode function.

Using the Navigation keypad up & down buttons will allow you to skip to the previous or next track that was found in the Search Results. For instance, if you searched by Artist, and your Search Results displayed 10 tracks by that Artist, using the Navigation keypad up & down buttons will allow you to skip between those tracks.

Shuffle Mode

A useful feature for unattended playback is Shuffle Mode. This feature randomly selects tracks based on what is narrowed down using the Search Criteria. For instance, if you select All Songs as your Search Criteria, then the unit will ramdomly select any song in that list. If you select Search by Artist, the unit will randomly select music from that Artist only. The same applies to Genre, Album, String, or even the File Browser.

Up/Down - Track Skip

Left/Right - FF/REW Search

Fig 5.9 - Navigation keypad functions in Play mode

Shuffle Mode is toggled on and off by pressing Shift+Info, the LCD display will indicate when Shuffle has been engaged or disengaged

Fig 6.0 - LCD Display shows Shuffle Status

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Cue Points & Memorization

Setting and Memorizing Cue Points

With the DMIX-600, creating and memorizing cue points is quick and easy.

By default, when there is no Cue Point set (or memorized), pressing the Cue button returns the unit to the beginning of the track (0:00.00) and pauses.

To set a Cue Point during playback at a time of your choice, simply press

Pause, and then use the Navigation keypad left & right buttons or Jog Wheel to make any adjustments by frame. When Play is pressed to

resume playback, the Cue Point will be stored.

To memorize the Cue Point and save it to the USB storage device (to be recalled each time the track is loaded), find the exact frame that you wish to set as a Cue Point, and press Shift+Cue. This will permanently set & save the Cue Point to the storage device. This process can also be done on the fly, without the unit being paused. The screen will indicate when a Cue Point has been stored.

To advance back to the set Cue Point, simply press the Cue button during playback. Do not press Pause first, as this will instead set a new point. Once advanced to the Cue Point, the unit will remain in Pause mode.

Fig 6.1 - Pressing CUE to return to 0:00:00.

Fig 6.2 - Cue Point Memorization using Shift+Cue

To memorize a new Cue Point, you do not have to erase the previously set one. You can simply press Shift+Cue again, and it will replace the old Cue Point.

Please note that in order for a Cue Point to be saved to the connected USB storage device, it must be a FAT32 file system.

To erase the saved Cue Point completely, hold Shift and press Cue for two seconds, until the screen indicates that the Cue Point has been deleted.

Fig 6.3 - Cue Point Deletion using Shift+Cue

Hot Cue Mode

Hot Cues are cue points that can be set on the fly (while the song is playing) and differ from traditional cue points in that the program material will continue to play from the point that you press the button, instead of needing to continue to hold the play button down. To make use of the hot cues, first press the MEMO button to engage the hot cue .

To record a hot cue, first press the corresponding button (1 or 2) to the location you wish to save to. To alter the hot cue position press the SHIFT button and the cue number youwish to edit, then use the Jog wheel to alter time. To delete the hot cue, press shift plus the chosen location and hold for 2 seconds and when the buttons light goes off the cue point is cleared.

Hot Cues are saved to the MSD on a per-song basis, and are automatically recalled with each song if the AUTO RECALL option is turned on in the EDIT menu. They will remain in memory until they are deleted, so if you create a Hot Cue that you wish to save don’t worry-it’s already saved! Keep in mind that loading these points will create a slight pause with the loading of your songs, so if you do not need to save these points you can leave it off to speed up song loading.

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Hot Cues

Fig 6.4 - Engage hot cues

Fig 6.5 - Choose Cue number

Fig 6.5 - Press Shift and Cue number to edit

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Loop feature

The DMIX-600 can repeat or LOOP a segment of a song that is loaded on either side, and will save that loop point so it can be recalled everytime you load that song.*

* Loop points are saved to the storage device that was being used when you made the loop

nd will only be recalled from that particular storage device

Set loop

o set the start point press the IN button once and the button will illumi-

T nate indicating the IN point of the loop is SET (Fig A) on the display this point is represented by a lowercase (i).

Then press the OUT button and the OUT button will illuminate indicating that the loop is complete , the DMIX-600 will now continue to loop between these two point indefinitely, this OUT point is represented by a lowercase (o) on the corresponding display.

Edit loop points

Once the loop points are set you can adjust either the IN point or the OUT point, press the SHIFT button and IN and the display will say PLEASE EDIT IN POINT , which means you can use the JOG wheel to adjust the IN point of the loop, likewise if you press SHIFT and OUT the display will say PLEASE EDIT OUT POINT and you will be able to adjust the OUT point of the loop. To exit this mode just press SHIFT and the button you were editing and the display should return to its previous position.

Loop Feature

Fig A

Fig B

Exit loop

To exit the loop and continue playing the song press the OUT button again. (Fig C) and the song will continue playing. If you wish to RELOOP or to re-engage the same LOOP press the RELOOP button (FIG D) and the loop will start again continuing until The OUT button is pressed.

Erase loop

To erase the current loop press SHIFT and the R/LOOP button for two seconds and the loop will be erased, also the IN and OUT buttons will turn off, at this point you can create another loop. You can keep making as many loops as you wish but the DMIX-600 will ONLYsave the last loop you made with that particular song to the drive that the song was played from. This feature must be turned on in the settings menu.

OUT

Fig C

Fig D

Setup Menu

The Setup Menu can be accessed as the final option on the Main Menu. Each option is changed by pressing the Enter key repeatedly. To exit the

etup Menu, simply press the left arrow key on the Navigator keypad.

Pitch Bend - slow, norm, and fast

- slow : bends at a rate of approx. 1% per second

- norm : bends at a rate of approx. 2% per second

- fast : bends at a rate of approx. 4% per second

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Setup Preferences

Enable Pitch - on/off This determines whether or not the pitch function will be enabled on startup or not. Some entertainers who never use the pitch function will prefer to turn this ‘off’.

Pitch Range - 4, 8, 16, 24% This determines the default Pitch Range when the unit is first powered on. 4 or 8% Pitch Range will allow much finer adjustment, using 0.05% Pitch Resolution.

Indexing - on/off When this is set to ‘off,’ the unit will never prompt to create a database. This is useful for DJs that already keep a meticulous organization system of directories, or for permanent installations.

Time - elapsed/remain This option toggles the default time display to show either time elapsed or time remaining during the playback of each track.

Auto Fade - 0-12 sec/ Off When in either continous mode or playing from a playlist Autofade in the ON position will cut the gap between songs and fade between them, you can set the length of the fade from 0-12 seconds.

Shuffle - on/off When this option is enabled, the unit will play at random, based on the search criteria. If you select ‘All Songs’, it will shuffle all songs. If you select ‘The Kinks’ as an Artist, it will shuffle all songs by The Kinks.

Fig 6.6 - Setup Menu is the last option from the Search Options

Fig 6.7 - Setup Menu page 1 of 4

Fig 6.8 - Setup Menu page 2 of 4

Single - on/off This toggles whether the unit will default to Single Auto-Cue mode or Continuous mode when powered on.

Jog Mode On/ Off The same as the JOG button this changes the JOG WHEEL function to either PITCH BEND or SEARCH.

Restore DB If your DB gets corrupted in the DMIX-600, Restore DB will reload the saved DB from your mass storage device.

Waveform Size 5 sec, 10 Sec, 20 Sec, 40 sec Changes the the length of time that the waveform will display.

Autoload Waveform Yes/No Will determine if the waveform will be displayed.

BPM from ID3 Tag On/Off The DMIX-600 will Display the BPM information from the id3 tag of a song file if the songfile has no BPM information the BPM display will remain blank.

Language English,Spanish and French Lets you choose which langugae the DMIX-600 will display in its MENU.

Fig 6.9 - Setup Menu page 3 of 4

Fig 7.0 - Setup Menu page 4 of 4

Section 11: Changing, Adding, and Ejecting USB Storage Devices

To access the Device Menu from any screen, press Shift+Power. From this menu, you can choose to Change or Eject Devices.

Since USB is hot-swappable, you can connect (but not disconnect) a USB device at any time, regardless of whether the unit is powered On or not and regardless of what mode the unit is in.

To Change devices:

1. Select Change device from the Device Menu.

2. Select the new device you wish to switch to using the Navigation key-

pad or Jog Wheel.

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Device Menu

Fig 7.1 - Pressing Shift+Power to access the Device Menu

3. Perform any necessary cataloguing or verification (as found in Section Two: Selecting Devices & Database Creation)

- To Eject devices:

1. Select Eject device from the Device Menu.

2. Select the new device you wish to Eject using the Navigation keypad or Jog Wheel. Press Enter to eject the device.

3. If the device you have ejected is being used by both sides of the Dmix600, the unit will warn you by displaying “The device is also attached to other side!” This simply means that if you intend to remove the device from the Dmix-600, you must eject both sides before unplugging it.

4. When the display reads “The device can be safely removed,” you may disconnect the USB device.

5. If you are using a USB CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive, you must use the Eject procedure in order to open the CD/DVD tray.

If the Eject procedure is not followed, there is risk of corrupting any files that are open when the device is disconnected.

To connect your Dmix to your PC as an Ipod dock:

Fig 7.2 - Selecting another device using the Keypad/Jog Wheel

1.Seat your Ipod in the Ipod dock located at the top of the unit.

2.Set the switch located next to the USB Type B connector on the rear of the unit to “PC Dock”.

3.Connect the USB type B port to your PC. Your PC should see your Ipod.

Fig 7.3 - Wait while device ejects

Fig 7.4 - Only remove the USB device after the eject procedure

Powering the Unit Off

Similar to modern computers, the DMIX-600 has a soft-power-off feature, as the unit has to close all connections with USB devices and go through a

hut down procedure before the power is removed. This also protects

s against accidentally turning the power off.

In order to power down the DMIX-600, simply hold the Power Button down for 3 seconds.

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Soft Power & Firmware Updates

Firmware Updates

One of the most powerful features of the DMIX-600 is the capability to upgrade the internal software. This lends itself to the addition of new features and support, the optimization of current processes, and the capability to fix bugs as they arise.

Firmware updates will be issued periodically at http://www.cortexpro.com.

We suggest that you stay as current as possible with all updates in order to insure the highest level of functionality and compatibility that Cortex has to offer.

To check the version of firmware installed:

1. Power on the DMIX-600 with NO DEVICES CONNECTED.

2. At the prompt that says ‘Insert Devices,’ press the INFO button.

3. The screen will display the version number of the currently installed DMIX-600 firmware.

To update the firmware, follow these steps:

1. Using Internet Explorer ONLY, download the latest firmware upgrade from http://www.cortex-pro.com. Other web browsers may rename the file extension, which will result in the unit not recognizing the update file.

Fig 7.5 - DMIX-600 Shutdown Procedure

Fig 7.6 - Automatic detection of new firmware, option to update

2. Place the file in the root directory of your external USB storage device.

3. Connect the USB storage device to the DMIX-600, and select it from the Device Menu (during startup). Make sure your DMIX-600 is connected to a stable power source, where there is no potential of the unit losing power during update.

4. When the DMIX-600 detects the firmware in the root directory of the USB storage device, it will ask you if you want to apply the update. You must answer YES. If the version of firmware on the storage device is the same or older than what you have, it will be ignored.

5. When updating, the unit will go through 8 stages. This will take only a few minutes. If the power is interrupted or the USB device is removed during this process, it can damage the operating system of the unit.

6. When the update is completed, the unit will shut itself down. You must press power to restart the unit. Once the unit has booted up again, the new software will take effect. You may then erase the firmware update from your USB device at your convenience (it will not be detected again

Fig 7.7 - Updating the firmware in 8 stages

Fig 7.8 - Power shuts off completely when the update is complete

Using the DMIX-600

Mixer Section

DMIX-600 MIXER SECTION

The integrated mixer section in the DMIX-600 is split into 5 sections-the Input/Output section, Gain/EQ, Faders Microphone and Cue. Over the next few pages we will go over the basics of each section and how to use your DMIX-600 to both play songs internally as well as hook up external equipment.

OUTPUT SECTION

Fig 7.9- Output section of the Dmix 600

The DMIX-600 has the ability to output to 3 sperate devices as well as accept 2 stereo devices (Line or Phono level). The output section consists of the following-

Master-The main output of your mixer. This is the output you will connect to your amplifier, powered speakers or external mixing board and is controlled by the MASTER rotary knob located just under and to the left of the iPod dock.

The Master and Booth controls

These two rotary knobs control the level of the MASTER output and the BOOTH output levels.

Fig 8.0 - Master and Booth controls

Booth-Like the Master output, but to be connected to your monitoring speakers and is controlled by the BOOTH rotary knob located just under and to the right of the iPod dock.. Use this output for your speaker set in the DJ booth.

Record-A third output, with no volume control and set to output at a consistant level for recording. Use this to connect to a recording device.

Balanced XLR-The balanced XLR outputs mirror the MASTER output except that are balanced for use in professinal installations, they are also controlled by the MASTER rotary knob.

INPUT SECTION

Fig 8.1 - Input section of the Dmix 600

The DMIX-600 has the ability to accept up to two analog sources along with it’s two internal Digital channels from the connected USB MSD devices. The input section consists of 2 analog RCA inputs, labeled Input 1 and Input 2. When used together with the Line/Phono switch on each channel, these can accept either a line level source (CD Player, Cassette Deck) or a Turntable with a Magnetic Cartridge. Set the switch to LINE if you wish to connect a Line Level source. Set the switch to PHONO if you wish to connect a Phono level source.

Line and Cross Faders

The next section of the DMIX-600 is the mixer section are the Line and Cross Faders. The Line fader is the Volume Control of your channel-use it to adjust output volume of each individual channel. The Crossfader on the other hand can be used to fade between each channel. The speed in which the volume comes in on each side of the Cross Fader can be controlled by the Fader Curve Switch, located above the Cross Fader.

The Crossfader is user relaceable, and can be ordered from any Authorized Cortex dealer or from our own Tech Support department

Fig 8.2 - Crossfader/Linefader/VU section of the Dmix-600

Using the DMIX-600

.Gain/EQ section

The DMIX-600 has a 3 band EQ and Gain above each channel. The Gain may be used to set the audio level prior to the Line faders to achieve optimal audio volume. As well, you may use the HIGH/MID/LOW to adjust the Treble, Mid Range and Bass of your channel.

FOR OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE, BEGIN PROGRAM MIX WITH ROTARY

Note-

GAIN CONTROLS SET TO MINIMUM (ROTATE IT COUNTERCLOCKWISE TO THE COUNTER CLOCKWISE POSITION). MAKE ALL ADJUSTMENTS IN SOUND OUTPUT WITH THE USE OF YOUR CHANNEL SLIDE CONTROLS AND

ASTER VOLUME ROTARY CONTROLS. THIS WILL PREVENT SIGNAL OVER-

M LOADAND DECREASEDISTORTION. ONCEYOU HAVEMODIFIED YOUR SOUND AND WOULD LIKETOINCREASE THE OUTPUT OF YOUR SOUND, THEN YOU MAY

DJUST THE ROTARY GAIN CONTROL IF NEEDED

Line and Cross Faders

Mixer Section

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The Crossfader is user relaceable, and can be ordered from any Authorized Cortex dealer or from our own Tech Support department.

VU Meter

The VU meter can be used to view the volume level of both the Master output of your Dmix-600 as well as the individual channel output. This can be controlled by using the Cue/PGM switch located above the VU meter. Set the switch to CUE to view the volume of Channel 1 and Channel 2. Set the Switch to PGM to view the volume of the Master Output. To avoid distortion, try to keep the volume level of the Master Output at between 0 and +5dB on the VU meter.

Cue Section

The Cue section of the Dmix-600 allows the user to preview Channels 1 and 2 before fading them in to be heard through the Main output section. To use the Cue preview function, first plug in a set of headphones to the front mounted Headphone jack. Then, using the Cue fader located on the front right hand side of the unit, fade between the two channels. You may use the Cue Volume knob to increase or decrease volume going to the headphones. The CUE EFX button allows you to preview the effect that has been assigned to either channel in your headphones.

Microphone Section

Fig 8.3 -EQ/Gain/Input Select section of the Dmix 600

Fig 8.4 - Cue Section of the Dmix-600

The Microphone section of the Dmix-600 allows for the user to plug in up to two microphones at the same time. Both microphone jacks are 1/4’‘ TS (Tip-Sleave) style jacks, and share both Volume and EQ controls which are located on the left hand side of the front panel. You can use the Mic High and Low controls to change the tone of the signal, and the Mic Volume control to change the overall volume. Again, please note that these controls alter both tone and volume of both the front and rear mounted microphone jacks.

Fig 8.5 -Microphone Section of the Dmix-600

Using the DMIX-600

Effects Section

he DMIX-600 has three built in effects that can be assigned to either

T channel including the microphone channel individually, each effects volume mix can be adjusted by turning the DRY/WET rotary counter clock wise for DRY and clockwise for WET.

hese effects are:

Filter

The Filter effect is a band pass Filter and will filter out either the high frequencies or the low frequencies depending on the position of the parametr control slider, in the center position the parameter control slider has no effect on the sound, slide it to the left and the high frequencies will be removed gradually until there is just lowend (bass), and if you slide the parameter control slider to the right the low frequencies will gradually be removed until there is only high frequencies (treble).

Fig 8.6 Effects section

Fig 8.7 Channel assign switch

Flanger

Flanging is a time-based audio effect that occurs when two identical signals are mixed together, but with one signal time-delayed by a small and gradually changing amount, usually smaller than 20 ms (milliseconds). This produces a swept 'comb filter' effect: peaks and notches are produced in the resultant frequency spectrum, related to each other in a linear harmonic series. Varying the time delay causes these to sweep up and down the frequency spectrum.

By sliding the parameter control slide to the left the flanger gets slower and when you slide the paremeter control to the right the flanger gets faster.

Reverb

Reverberation is the persistence of sound in a particular space after the original sound is removed. When sound is produced in a space, a large number of echoes build up and then slowly decay as the sound is absorbed by the walls and air, creating reverberation, or reverb. This is most noticeable when the sound source stops but the reflections continue, decreasing in amplitude, until they can no longer be heard. Large chambers, especially such as cathedrals, gymnasiums, indoor swimming pools, large caves, etc., are examples of spaces where the reverberation time is long and can clearly be heard. Different types of music tend to sound best with reverberation times appropriate to their characteristics.

Fig 8.8 Adjusts the effects mix

By sliding the parameter control slide to the left the reverb space gets smaller and when you slide the paremeter control to the right the the reverb space gets larger.

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