GE X-9 User Manual
Professional Digital DJ Mixer
9101441900
OWNER’S MANUAL
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This appliance has a serial number
located on the bottom. Please record
the model number and serial number
and retain them for your records.
Model number
Serial number
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.
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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Important Safety Precautions
IMPORTANT (for U.K. Customers)
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or
the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an
appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off, remove the fuse
of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by
inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not provided with a mains plug, or one has to be
fitted, then follow the instructions given below:
IMPORTANT: DO NOT make any connection to the larger
terminal which is marked by the letter E or by the safety earth
symbol ç
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may
not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals
in your plug proceed as follows:
or coloured GREEN or GREEN-and-YELLOW.
BLUE : NEUTRAL
BROWN : LIVE
and dispose
For U.S.A
TO THE USER
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residental area
is likely to cause harmful interference in which
case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications to this equipment not
expressly approved by TEAC CORPORATION
for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
When replacing the fuse only a correctly rated approved type should
be used and be sure to re-fit the fuse cover.
IF IN DOUBT — CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.
For the consumers in Europe
WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this
product may cause radio interference in which case the user
may be required to take adequate measures.
Pour les utilisateurs en Europe
AVERTISSEMENT
Il s’agit d’un produit de Classe A. Dans un environnement
domestique, cet appareil peut provoquer des interférences
radio, dans ce cas l’utilisateur peut être amené à prendre
des mesures appropriées.
Für Kunden in Europa
Warnung
Dies is eine Einrichtung, welche die Funk-Entstörung nach
Klasse A besitzt. Diese Einrichtung kann im Wohnbereich
Funkstörungen versursachen ; in diesem Fall kann vom
Betrieber verlang werden, angemessene Maßnahmen
durchzuführen und dafür aufzukommen.
The equipment draws nominal non-operating power from the
AC outlet with its POWER switch in the off position.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
…Read all of these Instructions.
…Save these Instructions for later use.
…Follow all Warnings and Instructions marked on the audio
equipment.
1) Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should
be read before the product is operated.
2) Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should
be retained for future reference.
3) Heed Warnings — All warnings on the product and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4) Follow Instructions — All operating and use instructions should be
followed.
5) Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6) Attachments — Do not use attachments not recommended by the
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7) Water and Moisture — Do not use this product near water — for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet
basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
8) 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.
9) 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.
10) 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.
11) 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. For products intended to operate from battery power, or
other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
12) Grounding or Polarization — This product may be equipped with a
polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than
the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a
safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician
to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.
13) 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.
14) 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 builtup 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.
"Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to
Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding
and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as
practical.
Example of Antenna Grounding as per
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
GROUND
CLAMP
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
15) 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.
16) 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.
17) Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in risk of fire or electric
shock.
18) Object and 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.
19) 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.
20) Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this product from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:
a) when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b) if liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
c) if the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d) 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.
e) if the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f ) when the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this
indicates a need for service.
21) 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.
22) 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.
23) Wall or Ceiling Mounting — The product should be mounted to a
wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
24) Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
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Table of Contents
1 – Introduction
Some notes and precautions ...................... 5
Environmental considerations ............................... 5
Connections to other equipment ...........................5
Serial number, etc. ....................................... 5
2 – Getting acquainted with the X-9
Road map to front panel functions ............ 6
Program gain level, EQ and assignment section ..6
Sampler section ....................................................... 7
Microphone control ................................................ 7
Cue selection keys and monitor keys .................... 7
Master fader ............................................................ 8
Program faders ........................................................ 8
External effect ......................................................... 8
Cross-fader and fader controls ............................... 9
Effect, menu, etc. management .............................9
3 – Connections
Record turntables .................................................. 10
CD decks, etc. ......................................................... 10
Digital connections ............................................... 10
Amplifier system ................................................... 10
Booth outputs ....................................................... 11
Microphone (connection and use) ....................... 11
External effects unit .............................................. 12
Headphones (connecting and using) ...................12
Fader start/stop connections ................................ 12
Footswitches .......................................................... 12
External effects ..................................................... 13
4 – Learning more
About programs ........................................ 14
Assigning sources to programs ............................ 14
Trim ....................................................................14
Cross-fading ............................................... 14
Signal flow ............................................................. 15
Playing a song ............................................ 16
Adjusting the output volume ................... 16
Cue (previewing sounds) .......................... 16
5 – Menus
How the X-9 shows characters ..................17
Menu reference ..........................................17
6 – Faders
Program fader “curve” ...............................21
Program fader direction ............................21
Fader start ...................................................21
Cross-fader curve .......................................22
Cross-fader start .........................................22
Cross-fader reverse ....................................22
7 – Effects
Selecting the effect type .......................................23
Editing the effects .................................................23
The BEAT parameter ..............................................23
Effect parameters ..................................................24
Storing effects .......................................................24
Recalling stored effect settings ............................25
8 – Samplers
Recording a sample ....................................26
Playing back samples .................................26
Editing samples ..........................................27
Erasing samples ..........................................27
Sample pitch ...............................................27
9 – EQ
EQ Q setting ...........................................................28
Cutting the EQ bands ............................................28
Viewing EQ settings ..............................................28
Remembering and recalling EQ settings ..............29
10 – Specifications, etc.
I/O specifications ........................................30
Audio I/O ................................................................30
Control I/O .............................................................30
Audio specifications ...................................31
General specifications ...........................................31
Dimensional drawing .................................32
Mounting the X-9 in a rack ........................33
Case mounting .......................................................33
Block diagram .............................................34
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1 – Introduction
The X-9 is a sophisticated DJ mixer which allows the
connection of many devices, and allows you to mix
in a creative way, adding effects, taking samples, etc.
and crossfading between sources.
Some notes and precautions
Treat the X-9 as you would any other piece of precision equipment.
Avoid exposing it to extremes of temperature and
humidity and avoid mechanical shocks and vibration.
Environmental considerations
The X-9 may be used in most areas, but to maintain
top performance, and prolong operating life, observe
the following environmental conditions:
The nominal temperature should be between 5°C and
35°C (41°F and 95°F).
Relative humidity should be 30 to 90 degrees noncondensing.
As the unit may become hot during operation, always
leave sufficient space above and around the unit for
ventilation. If you are mounting the unit in a rack,
leave 1U of space above it.
Do not install this equipment in a confined space
such as a bookcase or similar unit.
Following the standard design pattern for such a
device, the X-9 combines easy operation with a wide
range of functions.
Smooth faders, easy-to-use controls and clear indicators displays allow you to concentrate on the music,
not the operation of the unit.
Keep the unit away from strong magnetic fields (TV
sets, computer monitors, large electric motors, etc.).
You should not place the unit on a piece of equipment generating heat, e.g. an amplifier, to avoid possible problems with overheating.
The voltage supplied to the unit should match the
voltage as printed on the rear panel. If you are in any
doubt regarding this matter, consult an electrician.
NOTE
When transporting the unit, always use the original
packing materials or a properly-designed equipment
case. For this reason, we strongly recommend that you
save all the packing materials that came with the X-9, in
case you need to transport it in the future.
Connections to other equipment
It is extremely important that the power is turned off
on all units when making or breaking connections to
or from the X-9.
Serial number, etc.
The serial number of the X-9 is located on a sticker at
the front of the unit on the bottom panel. Make a note
When turning power on, it is usually a good idea to
start with the source (turntables, CD players, etc.),
then the X-9 and finish with the amplifier system.
Turning power off should be done in the other direction (amplifiers first, then other equipment).
of this for future reference (warranty, etc.).
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2 – Getting acquainted with the X-9
Road map to front panel functions
Effect, menu, etc.
management
Microphone control
Cross-fader
and cross-fader
controls
External
effect
These different sections of the X-9 are described
more fully in other parts of the manual, but this section gives you a quick orientation to help you find
your way around the mixer.
Program faders
Program level,
EQ and
assignment
section
Sampler
section
Cue selection keys
and monitoring
controls
Master fader
See “Connections” on page 10 for details of the rear
panel features and how to make connections between
the X-9 and other equipment.
Program gain level, EQ and assignment section
This section provides the basic mixing facilities to
control the sound received at the inputs, and assigned
to the programs.
See “About programs” on page 14 for details of how
inputs and programs work together and how to use
these controls.
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Sampler section
2 Getting acquainted with the X-9
The sampler section provides
the controls for two built-in
samplers.
These are capable of accepting
the input from a variety of
sources (program, microphone
or master mix), and recording
eight seconds of sound (for each
sampler).
You can then play the resulting
sample from the X-9, cue it, etc.
and add it to the overall mix.
Microphone control
This section provides control over the
microphone.
A talkover function, as well as 2-band
EQ, is provided in this section for use
with the microphone.
Samplers can be assigned to the cross-fader signals,
and the cross-fader can be used to start them.
See “Samplers” on page 26 for full details of how to
operate these samplers.
See “Microphone (connection and
use)” on page 11 for full details of how
to use the microphone with the X-9.
Cue selection keys and monitor keys
These keys allow the selection of the programs,
microphone, sampler, etc. for cueing and preview.
The headphones are used for this purpose, and the
booth outputs may be used to provide a second set of
stereo outputs.
See “Headphones (connecting and using)” on
page 12 and “Cue (previewing sounds)” on page 16
for details.
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2 Getting acquainted with the X-9
Master fader
The master fader is used to control
the overall level of the mixed signal
output from the X-9.
See “Signal flow” on page 15 for
details of how this works in conjunction with the input, etc., signals in
the X-9.
Program faders
These faders adjust the levels of the programs after
they have been equalized and before they are sent to
either the cross-fader or to the master fader.
External effect
These controls affect the assignment
and the on/off status of any external
effect connected to the X-9.
The fader curve and fader direction can also be set,
and fader program start can be carried out.
See “About programs” on page 14 for details of how
programs and signals interact.
See “Faders” on page 21 for further details about
fader settings.
See “External effects” on page 13 for details of how
to connect and use an external effect processor with
the X-9.
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Cross-fader and fader controls
2 Getting acquainted with the X-9
These take care of the A and B outputs which are
assigned to the cross-fader using the
trols, and then passed to the master stereo output.
It is possible to set the cross-fader curve, reversal,
and allow source starting with the cross-fader.
ASSIGN con-
Effect, menu, etc. management
This section handles the effects, the parameter menus
and the equalization memories of the X-9.
See “EQ” on page 28, “Effects” on page 23 and
“Menu reference” on page 17 for details.
See “Cross-fading” on page 14 for details of how
the cross-fader fits into the signal chain.
See “Faders” on page 21 for details of cross-fader
settings.
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3 – Connections
This section gives a brief description of the connections you should make before starting to use the X-9.
WARNING
Make and break all connections between the X-9 and
other equipment with everything turned
make or break connections with the power turned on,
OFF
. If you
Record turntables
Only connect record turntables to the PHONO connectors (
WARNING
Never connect record turntables to any other type of
connector on the X-9.
Never connect any other type of equipment to the
PHONO
1, 2, 3 or 4).
connectors.
there is a very real risk of damaging the equipment,
including the X-9.
NOTE
All XLR connectors on the X-9 are wired so that pin
1=ground, pin 2= hot and pin 3=cold. Make sure that all
equipment connected using these connectors also conforms to this wiring standard.
If the turntables are fitted with grounding wires, connect these to the ground terminals on the X-9.
NOTE
Note that the X-9 is supplied with eight RCA caps which
should be fitted over the PHONO terminals if they are
not being used. This will help to maintain high signal
quality.
TIP
The X-9 pairs of connectors all have the left connector
at the top and the right at the bottom. Pairs of pin signal cables are typically red for the right channel and
some other color for the left channel.
We explain about connecting other equipment (CD
decks, etc.) including digital connections, below.
CD decks, etc.
Connect CD decks to the LINE connectors (1 through
4) on the rear panel. Unlike record decks, CD decks
do not need to be grounded to the X-9).
Digital connections
The X-9 can be connected to devices which output
SPDIF digital audio through a coaxial output (many
CD players, MD players and DATs, as well as some
electronic musical instruments) and can also output a
digital audio version of the final mix (to a digital
recorder such as a DAT, or a CD recorder, or a suitably-equipped personal computer).
Amplifier system
WARNING
CD decks, etc. should never be attached to the
connections.
PHONO
Use menu item 14dl to set whether the signal is output pre- or post- master fader (“Menu reference” on
page 17).
Use RCA pin jack cables to make connections between the digital outputs of
other equipment and the
DIGITAL IN
connectors of the X-9, and digital inputs of other
equipment and the
DIGITAL OUT of the X-9.
To listen to the X-9, you will need an amplifier and
speaker system, which is connected as explained
here.
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3 Connections
When connecting an amplification system to the X-9,
check the inputs of the
or
amplifier. If they look like
either of the connectors shown here, they are XLR
connectors and are probably balanced.
Check the rear panel of the amplifier, or the amplifier’s manual, to make sure. Amplifiers with balanced inputs should be fed by the
(BALANCED)
output connectors of the X-9.
MASTER OUTPUT
All other connectors (mono 1/4” jack or RCA pin
jacks should be fed by the
(UNBALANCED) RCA pin
outputs.
The level of the output
from the unbalanced
outputs can be set
using the
PRE/POST
switch to be affected
by the master fader
(
POST) or unaffected
by it (
PRE).
WARNING
It is most important to make sure that you make the
correct connections. Connecting the wrong output of
the X-9 to the amplification system can result in overheating and possible damage to both the X-9 and to
the amplification system.
If you are in any doubt at all, we strongly suggest that
you consult your TASCAM dealer or other qualified
audio professional regarding the interconnection of
your system.
Use the trimmer potentiometers (LEVEL ATT) to
adjust the output level to the amplification systems.
Again, you may find it useful to consult the amplification system documentation and/or consult a professional sound engineer.
Booth outputs
The booth outputs provide you with a second mix where the level is not controlled
by the master fader, but by the
LEVEL
volume control.
BOOTH
Microphone (connection and use)
To input your voice through the X-9 system, you need to connect a microphone
to the system. The X-9 provides an XLR
connector for connecting a standard
(dynamic) microphone.
Connect your favorite microphone to
this connector.
Use the
the signals except the microphone by
20 dB (the key lights when active).
Adjust the level of the microphone signal sent to the master fader with the
LEVEL control.
TALK OVER key to “dim” all
Connect the unbalanced
OUTPUT
RCA jacks to the unbalanced
BOOTH
inputs of the booth amplification system.
Use the menu system (
18bm) to change the left-right
balance of the microphone signal.
You can also select the microphone signal to be
passed through the internal or external effects, as
well as being used as a source for sampler 1.
The microphone signal can be cued (see “Cue (previewing sounds)” on page 16) in the same way as
program signals, using the
CUE key (lights when
active).
Adjust the tone of the microphone signal
with the
HI (treble) and LO (bass) EQ
controls.
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