CORTEX MIX-R1U User Manual

MIXR1u 19” Professional Single Space (1U) Mixer

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

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

Features...............................................................................................................4-5

Connections..............................................................................................................6

Specifications..........................................................................................................7

Warranty.................................................................................................................8

Setup Guide

Table of Contents

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

EE FIGURE A.

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.

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 lead­in 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

EE FIGURE B.

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.

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 damaged.

- 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.

IMPORTANT WARNING & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PLEASE READ PRIOR TO OPERATING THIS DEVICE!

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Introduction

Foreword

Preparing for First Use

Please insure that you find these accessories included with the MIX-R1U

Power Cord...........................................................................................................1

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

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.

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.

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 FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS

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.

We Want You Listening For A Lifetime!

Thank you for purchasing our Cortex MIX-R1U. We are confident that the Cortex platform of products will not only make your life easier through the
use of the latest 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.

Setup Guide

Front & Rear Panels

Rear Panel

1. MAIN POWER INLET SWITCH

This section is for the AC power connection, The MIX-R1U comes with a stan­dard 3 prong AC power cord and has an auto switching internal power
supply. once hooked up properly you can switch the on off switch to the
ON position.

2. MAIN OUT L/R XLR CONNECTORS (BALANCED)

XLR type balanced stereo audio output. These connectors output audio sig­nal generated from the MIX-R1U unit

3. AUX OUT L/R 1/4” CONNECTORS (UNBALANCED)

1/4” type unbalanced stereo audio output. These connectors output the
main output signal of the MIX-R1U unit.

4. AUX OUTPUT VOLUME CONTROL

This mini rotary volume controls the AUX OUTPUT volume.

5. RECORD OUTPUT

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

6. MICROPHONE INPUTS

The MIX-R1U 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 pull the knob out
it will “click” to the on position and the blue LED will turn on indicating the
microphone channel is ON. There is also a TALKOVER switch which will lower
the main volume when pressed allowing for better microphone clarity,a blue
LED will illuminate indicating the TALKOVER is engaged.

7. CONVERTIBLE PHONO/LINE SWITCHES

The MIX-R1U has 2 CONVERTIBLE PHONO/LINE (PH/LN) RCA SWITCHES
These small switches which are located to the right of the RCA inputs for
channels 1 and 2 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 PH position you may use any Turntable with a
magnetic cartridge, remember to connect your ground wire (see GROUND­ING SCREW) or there may be a system hum And when the switch is in the
LN position you may connect any line level device as described before
(Mp3, CD, Tape etc).

NOTE: CONNECTING A LINE LEVEL DEVICE TO A PH INPUT MAY CAUSE
THAT MIXER CHANNEL TO OVERLOAD AND OR DISTORT.

8. CHANNEL INPUTS

Now you may plug the RCA’s from your playable medium into each input to
be connected to their respective CHANNELS (CH).

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 MIX-R1U.

10.CHANNEL INPUT SELECTOR

The CHANNEL INPUT SELECTOR switches allow you to choose which input
will be controlled by that channels corresponding volume rotary.
For example on CHANNEL (1) the INPUT SELECTOR allows you to choose
between PHONO 1/LINE 1 and LINE 2 , and also on CHANNEL (2) the
INPUT SELECTOR SWITCH allows you to choose between PHONO 2/ LINE
3 and LINE 4.

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Setup Guide

Front & Rear Panels

Rear Panel

Front Panel

11. LINE EQ

The MIX-R1U has a 2 band EQ ,the LOW rotary knob adjusts the gain of
the BASS frequencies and the HIGH rotary knob adjusts the gain of
the high frequencies

12. LINE LEVEL ROTARY
The Line level rotary is used to control the volume of each channel.

13. LINE VU METER

The Line VU meter displays the individual channel output level using five
segment bright blue LED’s.

14. CROSSFADER

The CROSSFADER allows you to smoothly fade between channel one to
channel two without having to use the CHANNEL rotary volume knob.

15. MASTER VOLUME ROTARY

Adjusts the the MAIN OUTPUT VOLUME but does not affect the
AUX OUTPUT or the RECORD OUTPUT

16. CUE PROGRAM ROTARY

Adjusts the mix between the CUE OUTPUT and the MAIN OUTPUT.
and works in conjunction with the HEADPHONE LEVEL rotary.

17. CUE SELECTOR SWITCHES

Select which channel will be sent to the CUE/PROGRAM MIX and can ei­ther both be pressed at the same time or individually allowing you to CUE
(Listen)one channel while playing the other.

18. HEADPHONE INPUT AND VOLUME CONTROL

The MIX-R1U accepts a standard 1/4” connector which is controlled by its
own volume level rotary knob. The headphone volume works in conjunction
with the CUE/PROGRAM ROTARY and the CUE SELECTOR SWITCHES.

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STEP ONE

The MIX-R1U features a wide variety of output choices depending
on your requirements, all outputs can be used simultaneously.
Connect either the XLR type (BALANCED) audio output or the
1/4” type (UNBALANCED) audio outputs as well as the RECORD RCA
type (UNBALANCED) audio outputs to a suitable source
(see diagram below).

Using the MIX-R1U

Preparing for Use

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Connections

STEP THREE

After you have connected all the inputs and outputs properly you
may then connect the AC CORD to the DC Inlet, found on the rear
and turn on the unit.

STEP TWO

The MIX-R1U has the ability to accept up to two
analog sources. The input section consists of 4 analog RCA inputs,
labeled PHONO 1/LINE 1, LINE 2, PHONO 2/LINE 3 and LINE 4.
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. You may also
connect a second microphone to the 1/4” MIC 2 input.

NOTE: BOTH MICROPHONES WILL BE CONTROLLED BY THE SAME LEVEL ROTARTY ON
THE FRONT OF THE MIX-R1U.

OUTPUTS INPUTS

MIC CUE

Other (Specifications)

Specifications

GCI Technologies USA: [phone]

GCI Latin America and Caribbean: [phone]
GCI United Kingdom LTD: [phone]
GCI France + 33 1 69 79 97 72
GCI SA (Spain): [phone]
GCI GmbH (Germany): [phone]

Should your Cortex product require warranty or non-warranty service in
the USA, or if you wish to purchase replacement parts, operating instruc­tions, or accessories, please contact GCI Technologies at the phone num­ber listed below:

732-346-0061

Do not, under any circumstance, ship your product to GCI without first call­ing the Technical Support Department at the number listed above. Fail­ure to establish an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number prior
to shipping your product will delay your repair indefinitely. GCI reserves
the right to refuse all packages that arrive without an RMA number.
For warranty information, please refer to the warranty page included in
this manual.

Once an RMA number is established, your unit should be sent to the ad­dress specified by your customer service representative, with the RMA
clearly written on the outer carton:

For support or repair outside of the USA, please visit the Cortex web­site at http://www.cortex-pro.com

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Published by GCI Technologies Corporation
Copyright © 2007 GCI Technologies Corp.
All rights reserved.
Features & specifications subject to change without notice.

AUDIO MIXER

Phono Inputs: 2 stereo pairs RCA jacks, RIAA curve ..............................................±2 dB

Input Impedance ............................................................47k / 220pf, Gain 46 dB 1 kHz

Line Inputs: .....................................................................................2 stereo pairs RCA jacks

Input Impedance ...........................................................20kohm 1 kHz,Gain 14 dB 1 kHz

Frequency Response ................................10-27 kHz (+0, -3 dB) Gain 10 dB, 2k load

Noise, Unity Gain................................................................................ -82 dBu 20 kHz BW

Noise, Max Gain .............................................................-80 dBu 20 kHz BW, re +4 dBu

THD+N ...............................................................0.05% 20 kHz BW, 20-20k Hz, +0 dBu

Crosstalk........................................................................................................ <-70 dB 1 kHz

Control feed through.......................................................................................<-.80db 1khz

Tone Controls: .......................................................................................Two-band, shelving

Metering: (Dual mono)................. 5-segment -24, -12, 0, +12 dBu, peak responding

MIC Inputs.....................................................Balanced instrumentation XLR/¼" TRS Jack

Input Impedance ...............................................................511 Each leg to ground, 1 kHz

Gain .....................................................................................................................50 dB 1 kHz

Frequency Response ................................................20-20k Hz (+0, -3 dB) Gain 50 dB

Equivalent Input Noise....................................... -111 dBu 150 ohm source, gain 50 dB

Common Mode Rejection......................... >40 dB 150 ohm source, gain 50 dB, 1 kHz

House / Aux. Outputs.......................................Stereo Balanced, XLR and ¼" TRS jacks

Output Impedance .....................................................................102 ohm each leg, 1 kHz

Gain....................................................................................................................... 6 dB 1 kHz

Maximum Output............................................................... +26 dBu 1 kHz, 2 k ohm load

Record output.......................................................................Stereo RCA jacks, unbalanced

Output Impedance.....................................................................300 ohm each leg, 1 kHz

Gain....................................................................................................................... 0 dB 1 kHz

Maximum output................................................................. +22 dBu 1 kHz, 2 k ohm load

2. GENERAL

Universal Line Voltage.......................... 115/230-240 VAC, 60/50Hz, 60MA, Class I

Agency Listing........................................................................................................UL/cUL/CE

Construction........................................................All Steel Standard 19" x 1U rack-mount

Unit Size..................................... 1.75"H x 19"W x 5.3"D 4.4 cm x 48.3 cm x 13.3 cm

Unit........................................................................................................... Weight 4 lb 1.8 kg

Shipping Size..................................... 4.25" x 20.3" x 13.75" 11 cm x 52 cm x 35 cm

Shipping Weight.................................................................................................. 8 lb 3.6 kg

USA Warranty Info

Cortex products are designed and manufactured to the highest standards in professional audio. With proper care and maintenance, your product will
provide years of reliable service. Please register your product online at http://www.cortex-pro.com

Limited Warranty:

In the USA, Cortex guarantees its products against defects in workmanship for the period of One (1) year* from the original date of purchase.

This limited warranty does not cover damage or failure caused by abuse, misuse, abnormal use, faulty installation, improper maintenance or any repairs
other than those provided by an authorized service center.

There are no obligations of liability on the part of GCI, Cortex, or any of its retailers for consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the
use or performance of the product or other indirect damages with respect to loss of property, revenues, profit, or costs of removal, installation, or rein­stallation. All implied warranties for GCI, including implied warranties for fitness, are limited in duration to One (1) year from the original date of pur­chase, unless otherwise mandated by local statutes.

Returning Your Product for Service:

In the U.S.A., please call our helpful Customer Service Representatives at [phone], and they will be happy to give you a Return Merchandise
Authorization (RMA) number and the address of an authorized service center closest to you.

After receiving an RMA, include a copy of the original sales receipt, with defective product and a description of the defect. Send by insured freight to
GCI Technologies Corporation, and use the address provided by your customer service representative. Your RMA must be written on the outside of the

package, or processing will be delayed indefinitely! GCI reserves the right to refuse all packages that arrive without an RMA number.

Service covered under warranty will be paid for by GCI and returned to you. For non-warrantees products, GCI will repair your unit after payment is
received. Repair charges do not include return freight.

Your warranty is valid only in the country where the unit has been purchased. Repairs performed outside of the country of purchase will be treated as
out-of-warranty.

For warranty service, you pay for shipping to GCI; we pay for return shipping within the Continental United States. Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico,
Canada, Bahamas, and the Virgin Islands will be charged for freight.

Please allow 2-4 weeks for return of your product. Under normal circumstances your product will spend no more than 10 working days at GCI. We are
not responsible for shipping times.

For repairs and warranty information outside of the USA, please call the GCI affiliate closest to where you reside, listed on the specifications page of
this manual (page 18), or visit the Cortex website at http://www.cortex-pro.com

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For Your Records

Model Number of Product:

(HDC-1000, HDC-3000, MIX-R1U DMIX-300

Serial Number of Product:

found on rear panel of unit

Original Purchase Date:

Name of Retailer:

* Unless otherwise mandated by local statutes.

Please register your warranty online at http://www.cortex-pro.com

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Advertencias ......................................................................................................... 2

Introducción ........................................................................................................... 3

Características .................................................................................................. 4-5

Conexiones ............................................................................................................ 6

Especificaciones .................................................................................................... 7

Garantía ............................................................................................................... 8

Guia de funcionamiento

Tabla de Contenido

ATENCIÓN: Este producto cumple con la norma-

tiva legal si se utilizan cables y conectores blinda­dos para conectar la unidad a otro equipo. Para
evitar interferencias electromagnéticas con otros
aparatos eléctricos, como radios y televisores,
deben emplearse cables y conectores blindados.

Los signos de exclamación dentro de un triángulo
que puedan aparecer en la documentación que
acompaña a la unidad pretenden alertar al usuario
de instrucciones de operación o mantenimiento im­portantes.

El signo de un rayo dentro de un triángulo pre­tende alertar al usuario de la presencia de "voltaje
peligroso" no aislado en el inte-rior de la unidad,
que podría ser de suficiente intensidad como para
constituir riesgo de descarga eléctrica.

LEA LAS INSTRUCCIONES: Deben leerse todas
las indicaciones de uso y seguridad antes de usar
este producto.

CONSERVE LAS INSTRUCCIONES: Las instruc­ciones de uso y seguridad deben conservarse para
referencias futuras.

ATIENDA A LAS ADVERTENCIAS: Deben
seguirse todas las advertencias sobre este producto
que figuran en el manual de instrucciones.

SIGA LAS INSTRUCCIONES: Deben seguirse
todas las instrucciones del manual.

LIMPIEZA: Este producto debe limpiarse con una
mopa suave o con un paño seco. Nunca utilice cera
para muebles, gasolina, insecticidas u otros líquidos
volátiles, ya que podrían corroer la carcasa.

COMPLEMENTOS: No utilice accesorios que no
estén recomendados por el fabricante, pues po­drían dañar la unidad.

AGUA Y HUMEDAD: No use este producto cerca
de medios acuáticos, como una bañera, un cubo de
agua, un fregadero o un lavadero; tampoco en un
sótano húmedo, ni cerca de una piscina o similar.

ACCESORIOS: No coloque el producto sobre un
carrito, soporte, trípode, brazo o mesa. Podría caer
y causar graves daños a un niño o adulto, así como
a la propia unidad. Úsese sólo con un carrito, so­porte, trípode, brazo o mesa recomendado por el
fabricante. Al montar la unidad deben seguirse
siempre las instrucciones y emplearse accesorios re­comendados por el fabricante.

CARRITO: Si el producto va sobre un carrito,
debe moverse el conjunto con cuidado. Detenciones

bruscas, una fuerza excesiva o superficies inade­cuadas pueden provocar la caída de todo el con­junto. Véase Figura A.

VENTILACIÓN: Las aperturas y ranuras de la car­casa están diseñadas para la ventilación, aseguran
un manejo fiable y lo protegen de cualquier sobre­calentamiento, por tanto, nunca deben cubrirse ni
bloquearse. Estas aperturas no deben taparse colo­cando el producto sobre un sofá, una cama, una al­fombra o superficies similares. Nunca debe
colocarse en una estructura prefabricada, como una
caja o un rack, a menos que tengan la ventilación

adecuada o lo permitan las instrucciones del fabri­cante.

FUENTES DE ALIMENTACIÓN: Esta unidad debe

utilizarse exclusivamente con el tipo de suministro
eléctrico indicado en la etiqueta correspondiente.
Consúltelo antes de enchufar el producto si no está
seguro del tipo de suministro del lugar donde lo va
a usar.

UBICACIÓN: Este aparato debe colocarse en una

ubicación estable.

PERIODOS SIN USARLO: Si no se va a usar la

unidad durante un tiempo prolongado, des­enchúfelo de la corriente eléctrica.

TOMA DE TIERRA O POLARIZACIÓN:

- Si este producto lleva una clavija de corriente
alterna polarizada (con un pivote más grueso que
otro, tipo inglés), sólo entrará en una posición. Es
una medida de seguridad. Si no puede introducir la
cla-vija en el enchufe, gírela. En ningún caso debe
forzarse. Si sigue sin entrar, un electricista debería
cambiar el enchufe.

- Si la unidad lleva una clavija con tres pivotes (el
tercero corres-ponde a la toma de tierra), sólo en­trará en un tipo de enchufe. Se trata de una me­dida de seguridad. Si el enchufe y la clavija no son
compatibles, un electricista deberá cambiar el
enchufe. En ningún caso deberá forzarse.

PROTECCIÓN DEL CABLE DE CORRIENTE: Los

cables de corriente deben protegerse para que
nadie los pise ni corran el riesgo de pinzarse por
elementos colocados encima o que los aprisionen.
Debe prestarse especial atención al cable, al
enchufe, a los extensores de cable y al punto por
donde el cable sale de la unidad.

TIERRA DE LA ANTENA EXTERIOR: Si el pro-

ducto lleva conectada una antena exterior o sis­tema de cables, asegúrese de que cuenta con la
toma de tierra correspondiente, a fin de proteger
la unidad de variaciones de voltaje y cargas de
electricidad estática. Existe documentación oficial
acerca de la correcta utilización de la toma de
tierra y de las medidas de seguridad pertinentes,
conexión de los electrodos de descarga y sus requi­sitos. Véase Figura B.

RAYOS: Como protección adicional del producto

durante una tormenta eléctrica, o durante periodos
prolongados sin usarlo, desenchúfelo de la corriente
y desconecte la antena o sistema de cables. De
este modo se protegerá el producto de los daños
que pueda producir la caída de un rayo o las fluc­tuaciones de la red eléctrica.

LÍNEAS ELÉCTRICAS: Nunca debe situarse un sis-

tema de antena cerca de líneas eléctricas u otros
circuitos de corriente. Tampoco debe colocarse en
lugares donde pueda caer sobre dichos circuitos
eléctricos. Al instalar un sistema de antenización ex­terior, debe tomarse la extrema precaución de no
tocar dichas líneas eléctricas, pues el mas minimo
contacto puede ser fatal.

SOBRECARGA: No sobrecargue los enchufes de

la pared con ladrones o instalando enchufes múlti­ples, pues correría el riesgo de electrocución o in­cendio.

ENTRADA DE OBJETOS O LÍQUIDOS: Nunca in-

troduzca objetos de ningún tipo en el interior del
producto, pues podrían tocar una parte eléctrica y
cortocircuitar el aparato, lo que resultaría en un in-

cendio o descarga eléctrica. No verter nunca ningún
líquido sobre el producto.

REPARACIÓN: No intente reparar el producto

por cuenta propia, ya que abrir o retirar la car­casa le expondría a un voltaje peligroso u otros
peligros. Diríjase siempre a un centro de servicio
técnico autorizado.

DAÑOS QUE REQUIEREN REPARACIÓN: Des-

enchufe el aparato de la corriente y diríjase a un
servicio técnico autorizado si se da alguna de las
siguientes situaciones:

- El cable de alimentación o la clavija están dañados.

- Se ha vertido líquido o ha caído algún objeto sobre la

unidad.

- El aparato se ha expuesto a la lluvia o a salpicaduras.

- La unidad se ha caído al suelo o dañado de algún

modo.

- El aparato no funciona con normalidad, ni aun siguiendo
las instrucciones. Ajuste sólo los mandos que se indican en
las instrucciones, ja que la manipulación inadecuada de
otros controles podría dañar la unidad y requeriría un
mayor trabajo de un técnico para restablecer su fun­cionamiento normal.

- Si el producto muestra anomalías en su fun­cionamiento, necesita revisión por parte de un servi­cio técnico autorizado.

RECAMBIOS: Cuando se necesite alguna pieza de

recambio, asegúrese de que el servicio técnico utilice
piezas originales autori-zadas o que tengan las mis­mas características que las originales. Los reempla­zos no autorizados pueden causar descargas
eléctricas, incendios u otros daños.

COMPROBACIÓN DE SEGURIDAD: Tras la

reparación, solicite al técnico que efectúe las com­probaciones de seguridad necesarias para determi­nar que el producto se encuentra en las condiciones
adecuadas para su funcionamiento.

MONTAJE EN UNA PARED O TECHO: Este pro-

ducto nunca debe montarse en una pared o en el
techo.

CALOR: Este producto debe alejarse de fuentes de

calor, como radiadores, estufas u otros aparatos que
irradien calor, incluyendo amplificadores.
DESECHO: Este producto no debe ser tratado como
residuo domestico. En su caso debe ser entregado en
el punto de reciclaje y desechos para su posterior
reciclage de elementos electricos y electronicos. Ha­ciendo esto usted se asegura de no estar dañando el
entorno ni a la salud publica que de otra manera
podria producirse al manipular de forma incorrecta
este aparato. El recicalje de materiales ayuda a la
conservación de la naturaleza. Para mayor informa­ción sobree reciclaje, por favor contacte con su ofic­ina local de reciclaje, ayuntamiento o en la tienda
donde compro el producto.

AVISOS E INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD

POR FAVOR LEA ANTES DE UTILIZAR ESTA UNIDAD!