Gemini BPM-COMP User Manual
OPERA TIONS MANUAL
Bedienungsanleltung
Manual de funcionamiento
Manuel de fonctionnement
Manual del utente
BPM COMPETITION
DUAL AUTOMA TIC BPM COUNTER
Automatischer Zweikanal BPM Counter
Doble contador Automatico de BPM
Double compteur automatique de BPM
Doppio contatore BPM automatico
Multi Language Instructions
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Deutsch...........................................................................Page 3
Español...........................................................................Page 4
Francais...........................................................................Page 5
Italiano.............................................................................Page 6
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Introduction
Operation
Congratulations on purchasing the Gemini BPM COMPETITION automatic
beat counter. This state of the art beat counter is backed by a three year
warranty. Prior to use, we suggest that you carefully read all the
instructions.
Features
• 2 Stereo Channels
• Ultrafast Beat Counter Can Read Up to 180 BPM (beats per minute)
• 2 Phono/Line Convertible Inputs
• BPM Displays and Beat Offset Indicators
Cautions
1. All operating instructions should be read before using this equipment.
2. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not open the unit. There are
NO USER REPLACEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Please refer servicing to a
qualified service technician.
In the U.S.A., if you have any problems with this unit,
call 1-732-969-9000 for customer service. Do not return
equipment to your dealer.
3. Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight or to a heat source such as a
radiator or stove.
4. This unit should be cleaned only with a damp cloth. Avoid solvents or
other cleaning detergents.
5. When moving this equipment, it should be placed in its original carton
and packaging. This will reduce the risk of damage during transit.
6. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
7. DO NOT USE ANY SPRAY CLEANER OR LUBRICANT ON ANY
CONTROLS OR SWITCHES.
1. POWER ON: Once you have made all the equipment connections, press
POWER (7). When you turn on the BPM COMPETITION, the unit will
run through an initialization period in which the BPM DISPLAYS (8, 10)
and the BEAT OFFSET INDICATORS (9) will flash. When the flashing
stops, the unit is ready for use.
2. BPM DISPLAY: There are BPM DISPLAYS (8, 10) for each side of the
BPM COMPETITION. They update approximately every 2.5 seconds
and digitally display the Beats Per Minute allowing you to match the
beats visually. BPM DISPLAY (8) reflects the Beats Per Minute of
channel 1, and BPM DISPLAY (10) reflects the Beats Per Minute of
channel 2.
NOTE: A [- -] reading will appear on the BPM DISPLAY if the
track has unclear beats. The [- -] reading will also appear if
there is no signal present.
3. The BEAT OFFSET INDICATORS (9) light when the tracks of the two
channels are within 11 BPMs of each other and display how aligned the
beats of the two channels are. When the RED LEDs light, the beats are
not aligned. When the YELLOW LEDs light, the beats are almost
aligned. When the GREEN LED lights, the beats are aligned perfectly.
NOTE: If the difference between the two channels beats
exceed 11 BPM, the BEAT OFFSET INDICATORS will not
light.
SUGGESTION: You can use the BPM DISPLAYS to determine which
tracks have similar or the same Beats Per Minute. When mixing two tracks
with similar Beats Per Minute, you can use one source’s pitch control to
align the Beats Per Minute with the other source’s BPM. The BPM
DISPLAYS and the BEAT OFFSET INDICATORS update every 2.5
seconds and will reflect the change in BPM and indicate when the beats
are aligned.
NOTE: Beat mixing is a skill that requires practice. Not
every track has a strong beat, and beat mixing works best
with tracks that have clear and strong beats.
Specifications
Connections
1. Make sure that the POWER (7) switch is in the off position. This unit
comes supplied with a 15 volt AC adaptor. Plug the adaptor into the
rear panel power jack. Then plug the adaptor into a proper power
source.
2. Use the 2 stereo PHONO/LINE (2, 5) inputs on the rear panel to
connect to the output of your sources. The LN1/PH1 (6) switch enables
you to set the CHANNEL 1 (5) input sensitivity to Phono or Line. The
LN2/PH2 (3) switch enables you to set the CHANNEL 2 (2) input
sensitivity to Phono or Line.
3. The BPM COMPETITION is supplied with 2 sets of OUTPUT (1, 4)
jacks. If you are using a turntable and have the input set to phono, the
corresponding output must be connected to phono inputs on your
mixer. If you have the input set to line, the corresponding output must
be connected to line inputs on your mixer. Use the CHANNEL 1
OUTPUT (4) jacks to connect to the appropriate inputs on your mixer.
Use the CHANNEL 2 OUTPUT (1) jacks to connect to the appropriate
inputs on your mixer.
INPUTS:
Phono......................................................................................3 mV 3 Mohm
Line.....................................................................................150 mV 3 Mohm
OUTPUTS:
Input/Output Resistance..................................................................<0.1 Ohm
GENERAL:
BPM Range.............................................................................60 - 180 BPM
Power Adapter...........................................................115V/15V AC 500 mA
230V/15V AC 500 mA
Dimensions...................................10”w x 1.75”h x 2.7”d (254 x 44 x 69 mm)
Weight.....................................................................................2 lbs (0.9 kg)
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