Gemini MDJ-1000 Operation Manual
MDJ-1000
PROFESSIONAL MEDIA CONTROLLER
OPERATIONS MANUAL | MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
MANUEL D’ INSTRUCTIONS | BEDIENUNGSHANDBUCH
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Thank you for purchasing our Gemini MDJ-1000. We are confident that the Gemini platform of products
will not only make your life easier through the use of the latest technological 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 Gemini
products are backed by a 1-year limited warranty*.
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Please ensure that you find these accessories included with
the MDJ-1000:
(1) Power cord
(1) RCA cable
(1) Operating instructions
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1 Do not use this CD player at temperatures below 41°F/5°C
or higher than 95°F/35°C.
2 The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or
splashing, and no objects filled with liquids such as vases
should be placed on the apparatus.
3 Place the unit in a clean and dry location.
4 Do not place the unit in an unstable location.
5 When disconnecting the power cord from the AC outlet,
always grasp by the plug. Never pull the power cord.
6 To prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover or the
bottom screws.
7 There are NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Please
refer to a qualified technician.•
8 Do not use chemical solvents to clean the unit.
9 Keep the laser pickup clean by keeping the tray closed.
10 Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
s a f e t y s p e c f i c at i o n s
Laser Diode Properties
Material: Ga - Al - As
Wavelength: 755 - 815 nm (25° C)
Laser Output: Continuous Wave, max. 0.5 mW
• In the USA- if you experience problems with this unit call Gemini
customer service at 1 (732) 346-0061. Do not attempt to return
this equipment to your dealer
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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 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.
30 dB - Quiet library, soft whispers
40 dB - Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic
50 dB - Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office
60 dB - Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine
70 dB - Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant
80 dB - Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock
at two feet
The following noises can be dangerous at extended exposure:
90 dB - Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower
100 dB - Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill
120 dB - Rock band concert in front of speakers,
thunderclap
140 dB - Gunshot blast, jet plane
180 dB - Rocket launch pad
Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.
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To clean the MDJ-1000, 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.
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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 display, thermal overload, or systemwide 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 unit 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.
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The MDJ-1000 can also send MIDI data from the buttons and
dials to a computer to control the parameters and playback
controls of DJ software. The audio playback from the computer
can also be output from the MDJ-1000.
Before using the MDJ-1000 as an audio device, connect the
MDJ-1000 with a USB cable and allow your PC/MAC to detect
it. Open your DJ software and select the MDJ-1000’s output
device in the DJ software’s settings. For instructions on how to
do this, see your DJ software’s operating instructions.
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The MDJ-1000 is a plug and play device that requires no software
installation. The MDJ-1000’s audio and MIDI drivers are compatible with PC and MAC.
• To use the MDJ-1000 with a computer using Windows, connect the MDJ-1000 to your PC after starting up the computer. The MDJ-1000 will configure standard WDM drivers.
Select the MDJ-1000 as your device to use it as your audio
device. ASIO drivers can also be configured for use with
the MDJ-1000 and are available at geminisound.com
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The MDJ-1000 plays discs (CD compatible) as well as music
files on USB memory devices. All of the following file formats
are supported:
• WAV (16-bit PCM, sample rates of 8 kHz, 11.025 kHz, 12
kHz, 16 kHz, 22.50 kHz, 24 kHz, 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz)
• MP3 (16 bit, 44.1 kHz, MPEG-I, Layer III)
• AAC (16 bit, 44.1 kHz, stereo, AAC Core, AAC Plus, AAC
Plus v2)
• AIFF (16 bit, 44.1 kHz, stereo)
Supported file systems on Memory Stick Devices include:
• FAT
• FAT32
• HFS+
• NTFS
• To use the MDJ-1000 with a computer using a MAC operating system, connect the MDJ-1000 to your MAC after
starting up the computer. Use the system’s standard CORE
Audio drivers and select the MDJ-1000 as the device.
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Power
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Play/Pause / II
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Cue
Search /
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Track search | / |
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(Time / Text)
Reverse
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(Wave)
Jog adjust
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In / Out/Adjust / Reloop/Exit
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Hot cues 1-4
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Auto Loop
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Browse / Select
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(Search window)
Back
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(Settings)
Eject
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Source select
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Jog start time
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Jog stop time
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Filter
Vinyl
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Slip mode
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Pitch bend [+] [-]
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Tempo slider
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Jogwheel
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Shift
USB
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4.3” LCD
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BPM Tap
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Plug in the power supply of the MDJ-1000 into
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Plug in the LAN cable into the LINK OUT (C)
on the rear panel. Plug the other end of the
LAN cable into another MDJ-1000 LAN port.
This will enable you to use the MDJ-1000 in
LINK mode. If you are using more than 2 MDJ1000’s plug the LAN cable into each MDJ-
1000. Plug the other end into a compatible
router.
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Plug one end of the included RCA cable into
the LINE OUTPUT JACK (D) on the rear panel.
Plug the other end of the RCA connectors into
any available line input jacks on your mixer.
If you are connecting the MDJ-1000 through
a receiver, you can plug the RCA connectors
into the CD AUX INPUT JACKS on your receiver. If there are no CD or AUX INPUTS use any
line level (not phono) inputs.
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Plug in the USB cable into the USB OUT (B)
on the rear panel. Plug the other end of the
USB cable into any available USB port on
your computer. This will enable you to use the
MDJ-1000 in MIDI mode.
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Plug a S/PDIF cable (not included) into the
DIGITAL OUT on the MDJ-1000 (E) and into
any DIGITAL IN port on any device. This will
send the digital audio to that input. Possible
applications include using the DIGITAL OUT to
record or to feed to a DAW (Digital Audio
Workstation)
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CUE
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Shows the position of hot cue points.
AUTOCUE
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This appears when auto cue is on.
LINK ACTIVE / PLAYER
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This lights when link is active and indicates the player
number (1-4).
TRACK NUMBER
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This indicates the track number and remaining tracks
in the current folder.
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BPM
Displays BPM of the track currently being played.
TEMPO
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Displays the current position of the tempo slider.
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RANGE
Indicates the range in which the tempo can be adjusted.
WAVE DISPLAY
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This displays the full song wave display. The white line
indicates the current position of the track.
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INFORMATION DISPLAY SECTION
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The englarged waveform is shown here. When in
browse mode the list of songs is shown.
TRACK NAME
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Track name is shown here.
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TIME DISPLAY
Time displayed in minutes, seconds and frames. 75
frames per second.
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KEYLOCK
This lights when keylock is set.
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TRACK DISPLAY
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Simulates a turntable playing at 33 1/3 RPM and displays the current track position.
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CUE POINT/SLIP DISPLAY
Displays the CUE point assigned to the track. In SLIP mode, it displays the normal playback position (page 14).
JOGWHEEL TOUCH DISPLAY
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The jogwheel touch display illuminates when the jogwheel is pressed.
PROGRESS BAR
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Indicates the progress of the current playing song.
When elapsed time is displayed the left edge of the
graph lights green to show how much of the song has
elapsed. When reamining time is displayed the right
side of the graph lights green to show the remaining
time.
VINYL
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The VINYL display illuminates when VINYL mode is activated.
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Once you have connected all your cables, you can turn the
MDJ-1000’s POWER on by pressing the POWER (1) button,
pressing the button a second time will turn off the unit.
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The SOURCE SELECT (17) allows you to choose the media
from which you will play music:
CD Pressing the CD source button allows you to play
music from the CD drives.
USB Pressing the USB source button allows you to play
music from a USB device. (Default selection)
MIDI Pressing the MIDI source button switches the unit
to MIDI mode with bi-directorial support. In this mode,
all controls (button pressings, pitch potentiometers
moving and wheel rotations) are registered on the unit
and transferred to PC via USB MIDI. This can be used in
conjunction with DJ software to contrhol the software’s
parameters.
LINK Pressing the LINK source button allows you to play
music from a linked MDJ-1000.
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USB Insert the USB memory device into the USB input (E)
on the top of the MDJ-1000. Upon loading the device, the
LCD display will show the folders and tracks on the USB
memory device.
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To eject the USB, change the SOURCE SELECT (17) to
another selection and remove the USB memory device.
*NOTE: Before powering off the MDJ-1000, remove any
USB memory device.
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Turning the browse encoder (14) activates the browse
screen. The browsing display shows the playable files and
folders on the CD, USB memory device, or LINKed device.
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The SLOT-IN CD-ROM (pictured below) is where the CD
is held during loading, unloading and playback, and holds
both 12 cm and 8cm CD’s.
Pressing the EJECT (19) button will eject the disc from the
SLOT-IN CDROM. The disc will not eject in PLAY mode.
Rotating the browse encoder (14) allows searching
through the browser.
To open a folder, highlight a folder and press in the encoder (14) to select. To load a track, highlight a track to load
and press the encoder (14) again.
To return to the previous folder, press the back (15) button.
Once you have loaded a track, the TRACK TITLE on the
LCD Screen will display the loaded track.
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Pressing PLAY/PAUSE / ll (2) will begin playback of
the selected track. Pressing PLAY/PAUSE / ll (2) again
will pause playback and hold the track at the current
position.
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SETTING A CUE POINT
While the unit is in playback, press PLAY/PAUSE / ll
(2) to pause the track. While the track is paused, press
CUE (3) to set the cue point at the current position.
ADJUSTING THE CUE POINT
After the cue point has been programmed, press PLAY/
PAUSE / ll (2) to pause the track at the cue point.
Press SEARCH / (4) or rotate the jogwheel to adjust the cue position. Press CUE (3) to set the cue point
at the current position.
RETURNING TO THE CUE POINT
While the unit is playing and after the cue point has
been programmed, pressing CUE (3) will cause the unit
to enter the PAUSE mode at the programmed cue point.
Holding down the CUE button changes the function to
preview, and allows you to stutter start or play from the
programmed CUE POINT. Releasing the CUE button will
return the track to the preset CUE point.
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Pressing SEARCH / (4) will search through the
track in the direction (forward/reverse). Pressing and
holding SEARCH / (4) will fast-search through the
track in the direction (forward/reverse).
Releasing the buttons will return the pitch to the original
pitch setting.
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The tempo increases when the tempo slider [26] is
moved to the [+] side (down), decreases when moved
to the [-] side (up). The rate at with the playing speed is
changed is indicated on the LCD display.
Pressing shift and pitch [-] (25) adjusts the range between +/- 4%, 8%, 16%, 24% ,50% and 100%
K e y l o c K
KEY LOCK (24) allows tempo adjustment without
changing the original pitch.
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Pressing shift and pitch [+] (25) button to toggle between different BPM modes: BPM ID3 / AUTO BPM /
MANUAL BPM.
ID3 when BPM mode is set to ID3, the BPM information
from the ID3 will be displayed.
AUTO BPM When BPM mode is set to AUTO BPM, the
beats per meter is calculated automatically and corresponding info is displayed on LCD in BPM field.
TAP BPM When BPM mode is set to TAP, the BPM TAP
(23) button can be used to set the beats per minute of
playback by a series of taps at the desired tempo.
MANUAL BPM When BPM mode is set to MANUAL, the
browse encoder (14) can be used to set the beats per
minute of playback by rotating to the desired tempo.
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Pressing TRACK SEARCH l (5) will advance to the
beginning position of the next track. Pressing TRACK
SEARCH l (5) will return the current track to the beginning position.
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Pressing REVERSE (6) will begin playback in the reverse direction.
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Pressing the PITCH BEND [+] [-] (25) will temporarily
raise or lower the pitch from the existing pitch setting.
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NOTE If a BPM value is present in file info ID3 tag, the
value is loaded into the unit and displayed.
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The BPM LOCK feature allows the user to set the desired value of the BPM by rotating the rotary knob and
pushing down to set BPM. After the mode is activated
the pitch value will be automatically adjusted to match
desired BPM level. To enable the LOCK feature, set the
desired BPM and press shift and bpm tap button (23).
To turn OFF the LOCK feature, press shift and bpm tap
button (23) again.
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AUTO CUE
The AUTO CUE (24) function sets the cue at the point
immediately before sound starts, skipping the beginning
silent section of tracks. Press shift and keylock (24) to
enable auto cue.
SETTING HOT CUES
During playback or in pause mode, press HOT CUE 1, 2,
3 or 4 (9) at the point in the track where the HOT CUE is
to be set. Once pressed, the programmed HOT CUE (1, 2,
3 or 4) should now be illuiminated. To delete a hot cue,
press shift (10) and select the hot cue for deletion.
PLAYING HOT CUES
During playback or in the pause mode, press HOT CUE
1, 2, 3 or 4 (9) and playback starts instantaneously from
the point recorded on that HOT CUE.
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SETTING A LOOP
During playback, press LOOP IN (8) at the desired starting position for the loop (loop in point). Press LOOP
OUT / ADJUST (8) at the desired ending position for the
loop (loop out position). The loop out point is now set
and loop playback starts from the loop in point.
ADJUSTING A LOOP
To adjust the loop once the loop is set, press the IN (8)
button to adjust the in point or press the OUT / ADJUST
button to adjust the out point. The length of the loop
can be adjusted by rotating the jogwheel (30) clockwise
to extend the loop. Rotate the jogwheel counterclockwise to shorten the loop. When complete press the IN or
OUT button to finalize. Press shift and IN (8) to half the
size of the loop, press shift and OUT (8) to double the
size of the loop.
CANCELING A LOOP
While the loop is engaged, press RELOOP/EXIT (8) to
disengage the loop. Playback continues after the loop
out point.
RETURNING TO A LOOP
After canceling a set loop, press RELOOP/EXIT (8) during playback to reengage the last set loop. Loop playback begins at the loop in point.
AUTO BEAT LOOP
Press any of the 4 AUTO LOOP buttons (13) to set a
loop to your desired length. The button will light up
when a loop is active. Press shift and any of the 4 AUTO
LOOP buttons (13) to set smaller loops. The button
will blink when a loop is active. Auto beat loops are set
based on current BPM of track.
AUTO LOOP ROLL
Press shift and RELOOP / EXIT (8) to activate loop roll
mode. Press and hold any of the 4 AUTO LOOP buttons (13) to set a loop to your desired length with slip
mode activated. Release to exit the loop and turn off slip
mode.
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When SLIP (22) is enabled, normal playback continues
inaudibly underneath SCRATCH, LOOP, and REVERSE
effects. When SCRATCH, LOOP, or REVERSE mode is
exited, normal playback resumes from the inaudible
playback spot as indicated on the JOGWHEEL (27)
display.
SLIP WITH SCRATCH
To use SLIP while scratching, enable VINYL mode by
pressing the VINYL (21) button. Enable SLIP mode by
pressing the SLIP (22) button. Using the jog dial will
now create scratch effects while normal track playback
continues inaudibly undeneath. The position playing
underneath is shown on the jogwheel display. Once the
jogwheel is released, track playback will continue from
the playback position playing underneath.
SLIP WITH LOOP
To use SLIP with loop playback, enable SLIP mode by
pressing the SLIP (22) button. Set a loop using the IN/
OUT controls and loop playback will begin. The SLIP
(22) button will begin flashing indicating SLIP mode is
active and the position playing underneath is shown on
the jogwheel display. Upon exiting the loop, track playback will continue from the playback position playing
underneath.
SLIP WITH REVERSE
To use SLIP with reverse playback, enable SLIP mode
by pressing the SLIP (22) button. Press REVERSE (6)
to begin playback in the reverse direction. The SLIP
(22) button will begin flashing indicating SLIP mode is
active and the position playing underneath is shown on
the jogwheel display. Press REVERSE (6) again to exit
reverse playback. Upon exiting reverse playback, track
playback will continue from the playback position playing underneath.
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When SYNC is turned on the BPM of the tracks played
on this unit can automatically be synced with the player
connected by LINK that is set as the sync master.
SETTING THE SYNC MASTER
Press shift and search (4) on the player you want to
set as the sync master. When the beat sync function
is on, the BPM display on the DJ player set as the sync
master changes to blue.
ENABLING SYNC MODE
Press shift and search (4). The BPM on the currently
playing track are synchronized to the sync master. The
BPM display changes to red when SYNC is engaged. The
TEMPO display changes to the original BPM of the playing track.
CHANGING THE SYNC MASTER
To change the player set as sync master, press shift and
search (4) on the player you want to disable as the
sync master. Press shift and search (4) on the player
you want to set as the sync master.
MIDI MODE
The MDJ-1000 has MIDI mode, which allows the data
from the buttons and dials of the MDJ-1000 to be
encoded into MIDI format. If the unit is connected via
a USB cable to a computer with MIDI-compatible DJ
software, the DJ software can be operated from the unit.
The computer audio can also be played from the MDJ1000’s outputs.
It may not be possible to use some buttons to operate
the DJ sofware. For a list of MIDI messages refer the the
MIDI Device Messages Table.
NOTE For instructions for your specific DJ software’s
settings refer to your DJ software’s operating manual.
HID MODE
In addition to MIDI, the MDJ-1000 also uses HID protocol
which allows greater speeds.
If your software supports HID devices, disable MIDI devices in your software, and search for HID devices. This
should locate the MDJ-1000 and allow you to use it as a
HID device.
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JOGWHEEL ADJUST
The JOG ADJUST (7) rotary allows adjustment to the
feel of the jogwheel. For a stiffer and heavier feel, rotate
the JOG ADJUST (7) rotary to the left. For a looser and
lighter feel, rotate the JOG ADJUST (7) rotary to the
right.
VINYL MODE
Pressing the VINYL (21) button enables VINYL mode and
illuminates the Vinyl indicator on the joghwheel display.
Enabling VINYL mode allows scratch-like effects when
the JOGWHEEL (27) is depressed and rotated. When
VINYL mode is disabled, the JOGWHEEL (27) will be
in SEARCH MODE and will allow searching through the
track.
START TIME / STOP TIME
Adjusting the START TIME (18) jog mode adjustment
adjusts the speed at which playback returns to normal
when the top of the jogwheel is released and when the
unit resumes playback from pause mode. The start time
increases when turned clockwise and decreases when
turned counterclockwise.
The STOP TIME (19) jog mode adjustment adjusts the
speed at which playback slows when the top of the jogwheel is touched and when pause is enabled. The stop
time increases when turned clockwise and decreases
when turned counterclockwise.
CONFIGURING MIDI MODE
Connect the USB cable from the unit’s rear USB port (D)
to the computer. Press the MIDI source selection on the
MDJ-1000 (20). This will terminate playback of the CD/
USB/SD sources.
The MDJ-1000 will then display an audio configuration
prompt for audio bit rate and sampling rate on the touch
screen with the following audio settings:
• 24-bit/192kHz
• 24-bit/96 kHz
• 24-bit/48 kHz
• 16-bit/44.1 kHzv
Press and hold the MIDI source select button to swtich
between audio settings. Press MIDI to toggle between
audio settings and press the ENCODER (14) to apply the
setting. Press BACK (15) to exit.
NOTE Higher bit depth and sampling rates will create
greater latency and may impact performance.
After configuring the audio settings on the MDJ-1000,
start the DJ software:
• Select the MDJ-1000 as your MIDI device*
• Select the MDJ-1000 as your AUDIO device*
*Refer to DJ software’s instructions
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1. Press the shift and back (15) buttons to see the settings screen.
2. Use the browse encoder (14) to select the settings item.
3. Set the cursor to the item you want to change, then press the browse encoder.
4. Turn the browse encoder to highlight the setting you want.
5. Press the browse encoder to enter the setting. Press the back button to abort the change.
6. Press back to exit the settings menu.
SETTINGS PREFERENCES
(Default in bold)
Options Settings Settings Range Descriptions
AutoCue On, Off Sets the master cue point at the first audible level
AutoCue Level -36dB, -42dB, -48dB, -54dB, -60dB, -66dB,
-72dB
Eject Lock Lock, Unlock Lock CD eject when music is playing
Time Format Elapsed, Remain Show elapsed or remaining time
Pitch/Tempo Range 4%, 8%, 16%, 24%, 50%, 100% Sets pitch/tempo range
Keylock On, Off Turns on Keylock
BPM Mode Auto, Tap, ID3, Man Selects BPM mode
BPM Lock Value, Off Sets BPM Lock on or off
Beat Grid On, Off Shows beat grid on waveform
Beat Offset On, Off Allows manual adjustment of beat grid
Auto Sync On, Off Allows auto sync
Player # Auto, 1, 2, 3, 4 Sets player #
Emergency Loop On, Off Creates 4 beat loop when usb stick is removed
Sound Card 44/16, 48/16, 48/24, 98/24 Sets sound card setting
Midi Channel O-16 Sets midi channel
Load settings from MSD Loads stored settings off mass storage device
Save settings to MSD Save setings to mass storage device
Reset settings Reset settings to default values
Software version Current software version
Exit Exit the menu
Sets Autocue detection level
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s p e c i f i c at i o n st r o u b l e s h o o t i n g
CD ERRORS
- If a disc will not play, check to see if the disc was loaded
correctly (label side up). Also check the disc for excessive
dirt, scratches, etc.
- If a disc contains a non-compliant file format causing a
playback error, press and hold the EJECT (19) button for 4
seconds. The unit will eject the disc and reboot.
- If the disc turns but there is no sound, check the cable
connections, if they are ok, check your amplifier or receiver.
-If the CD skips, check the CD for dirt or scratches. Do not
assume that the CD layer is defective. Many CD’s are recorded out of spec and will skip on most or all CD players.
Before sending the unit for repair, try playing a CD that
you are sure plays properly.
GENERAL
Type...................... CD/USB/SD media player w/ MIDI and HID
USB output type.........................................................................Type B
Disc Type..................Standard Compact discs (12 cm & 8 cm)
Power Supply...........................................AC 100/240V, 60/50 Hz
Power consumption...................................................................... 10W
Dimensions.................................................. 13.125 x 12 x 4.5 inches
(333 3/8 x 304 x 114.3 mm)
Weight.......................................................................... 7.2 lbs. (3.3 kg)
ANALOG AUDIO
Quantization.......................1 Bit Linear/Channel, 3 Beam Laser
Oversampling Rate..................................................................8 Times
Frequency Response............................................20 Hz to 20 kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion..................................Less Than 0.05%
Signal to Noise Ratio.............................................................< 100dB
Dynamic Range...................................................................... > 100dB
Output Level.........................................................1.0 +/- 0.2V R.M.S.
USB MEMORY DEVICE ERRORS
Some USB devices may not operate properly with the
MDJ-1000. Gemini accepts no resposibility for any possible data loss that may occur. To ensure that data is not
permanently lost, please make sure to backup any data
prior to connecting the USB device to the the unit.
- USB hubs cannot be used with the MDJ-1000.
- If the unit does not read the USB memory device, check
to see if the memory device was inserted
completely.
- If a “Too many devices” message appears, it is because
a USB hub is in use. The MDJ-1000 does not work with
USB hubs. Disconnect the USB hub and connect the USB
memory device directly into the MDJ-1000.
-If a ”Media err. Please Check Media Format and Try
Again” message appears, this signifies that your USB
memory device is formatted incorrectly.
MIDI ERRORS
-If the computer does not recognize the device, try powering the unit off and rebooting the computer.
DIGITAL AUDIO
Output type...............................................Coaxial digital (S/PDIF)
Output format.............................................................44.1 kHz, 16-bit
USB AUDIO
Bit Depth............................................................................24-bit, 16-bit
Sampling rate.............................192kHz, 96kHz, 48kHz, 44.1kHz
SPECIFICATIONS AND DESIGN ARE SUBJECT TO
CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE FOR PURPOSE OF
IMPROVEMENT.
-If the DJ software does not list the device, ensure that
you are using the latest version by downloading any updates to your DJ software. If the MDJ-1000 mapping does
not appear in your DJ software’s list, go to geminisound.
com for downloads and support.
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introducción - español
Felicidades y gracias por adquirir el Gemini MDJ-1000. Estamos seguros de que nuestra gama de productos
Gemini no solo le facilitará la vida por medio del uso de los últimos avances tecnológicos en cuanto a conectividad entre plataformas y reproducción de sonido sino que subirá el listón en lo referente a productos de
audio profesionales y para DJ. Con unos cuidados básicos adecuados, su unidad le ofrecerá años y años de
funcionamiento fiable y sin problemas. Todos los productos Gemini incluyen una garantía limitada de 1 año*.
pasos previos
al arranque de uso
Asegúrese de que los siguientes elementos estén incluidos junto
con su
MDJ-1000:
(1) Cable de alimentación
(1) Cable RCA
(1) Manual de instrucciones (este documento)
precauciones
1 No use este reproductor de CD a temperaturas inferiores a los
41° F/5° C o superiores a los 95° F/35° C.
2 No permita que este aparato quede expuesto a salpicaduras
ni coloque objetos que contengan líquidos (como jarrones)
encima de él.
3 Coloque esta unidad en un lugar limpio y seco.
4 No coloque esta unidad en lugares inestables.
5 Cuando desconecte el cable de alimentación de la salida, tire
siempre del enchufe y no del cable.
6 Para evitar el riesgo de descargas eléctricas, nunca quite la
tapa ni los tornillos de sujeción de la misma.
7 DENTRO DE ESTE APARATO NO HAY PIEZAS
SUSCEPTIBLES DE SER REPARADAS POR EL PROPIO
USUARIO. Dirija cualquier posible reparación al servicio
técnico oficial.•
8 No use disolventes para limpiar esta unidad.
9 Para evitar que se ensucie el cabezal láser, deje siempre la
bandeja cerrada.
10 Conserve este manual a mano para cualquier consulta futura.
datos de seguridad
Propiedades del diodo láser
Material: Ga - Al - As
Longitud de onda: 755 - 815 nm (25° C)
Salida láser: Onda continua, máximo 0.5 mW
• Para los Estados Unidos - Si observa cualquier problema con esta
unidad, póngase en contacto con el departamento de atención al
usuario de Gemini en el 1 (732) 346-0061. No intente devolver este
aparato al distribuidor directamente.
queremos que sus oídos le
duren toda la vida
La selección de una unidad audio de calidad como esta que
acaba de adquirir es solo el principio de su disfrute musical.
Ahora debe plantearse cómo sacar el máximo partido a este
aparato. Tanto nosotros como fabricante como el Electronic
Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group queremos
que disfrute de este aparato usándolo a un nivel seguro. Uno
con el que obtenga un sonido potente y limpio sin distorsiones
ni molestias y, lo que es más importante, sin que afecte a su
capacidad de audición. El sonido puede ser algo engañoso. A
lo largo del tiempo su “nivel cómodo” de escucha se adapta a
niveles cada vez superiores. Y por eso, lo que puede considerar
como “normal” puede llegar a ser realmente potente y dañino
para sus oídos. Protéjase contra esto ajustando su equipo a un
nivel seguro ANTES de que sus oídos se adapten.
Para fijar un nivel seguro, empiece con el control de volumen a
un nivel muy bajo. Suba lentamente el sonido hasta que pueda
escucharlo cómoda y limpiamente, y sin distorsión. Llegados a
ese punto, deje el dial allí El dedicar un minuto a este proceso
evitará daños o pérdidas de audición en el futuro. Porque al final,
¡queremos que sus oídos le duren toda la vida!.
Si lo usa con inteligencia, este nuevo aparato le dará años de
diversión. Dado que los daños auditivos provocados por ruidos
potentes suelen ser indetectables hasta que es demasiado
tarde, tanto nosotros como el Electronic Industries Association’s
Consumer Electronics Group le recomendamos que evite una
exposición prolongada a niveles de ruido excesivos. La siguiente
lista de ejemplos se incluyen para su protección.
30 dB - Biblioteca en silencio, susurros
40 dB - Sala de estar, frigorífico, habitación lejos del tráfico
50 dB - Tráfico suave, conversación normal, oficina
silenciosa
60 dB - Aire acondicionado a 7 m, máquina de coser
70 dB - Aspirador, secador, restaurante ruidoso
80 dB - Nivel de tráfico medio, trituradora de basura,
despertador a 1 m
Los niveles siguientes son peligrosos con una exposición larga:
90 dB - Metro, moto, camiones, corta césped
100 dB - Camión de la basura, moto sierra, taladradora
120 dB - Concierto de rock delante de los altavoces, trueno
140 dB - Disparo, avión despegando
180 dB - Despegue de un cohete
Información suministrada por cortesía de Deafness Research
Foundation.
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introducción
limpieza de la
unidad
Para limpiar el MDJ-1000 use solo un trapo suave y seco y/o
aire comprimido. Si la unidad está muy sucia, le recomendamos
que use una disolución 2:1 de agua destilada y alcohol isopropil
al 30%. No use limpiadores químicos ni disolventes ya que eso
puede dañar la unidad.
condiciones
de funcionamiento
Para un máximo rendimiento, la temperatura del entorno debe
estar entre los +5º y +35º C (+41º - +95º F). Si la temperatura
está fuera de ese margen se pueden producir errores de lectura
en pantalla, recalentamientos o inestabilidad de todo el sistema.
Evite exponer este aparato a la luz del sol directa.
Cuando vaya a instalar esta unidad, asegúrese de colocarla en
un lugar estable y lo más lejos posible de posibles vibraciones.
Incluso aunque esta unidad pueda soportar vibraciones, los
dispositivos de almacenamiento (especialmente los basados en
discos duros) con los que la usará, no suelen poder soportarlas.
Asegúrese también de no colocar o usar este aparato muy cerca
de unidades que generen calor como etapas de potencia o
proyectores.
formatos y discos
admitidos
El MDJ-1000 reproduce discos (compatible con CD) así como
ficheros musicales contenidos en dispositivos de memoria USB.
Soporta todos los siguientes formatos de ficheros:
• WAV (PCM a 16 bits, frecuencias de muestreo de 8, 11.025,
12, 16, 22.50, 24, 32, 44.1 y 48 kHz)
• MP3 (16 bits, 44.1 kHz, MPEG1 Layer 3)
• AAC (16 bits, 44.1 kHz, stereo, AAC Core, AAC Plus, AAC
Plus v2)
• AIFF (16 bits, 44.1 kHz, stereo)
uso del control
midi
El MDJ-1000 también puede enviar a un ordenador datos MIDI
de sus botones y knobs para controlar los parámetros y la
reproducción de un software de DJ. También puede dar salida a
la reproducción audio del ordenador desde el MDJ-1000.
Antes de usar el MDJ-1000 como un dispositivo audio, conecte
el MDJ-700 con un cable USB y deje que su PC/Mac lo detecte.
Ejecute su software DJ y elija el MDJ-1000 como dispositivo
de salida en la configuración del software DJ. Para saber cómo
hacer esto, lea el manual de instrucciones del software.
conexión a
un ordenador
El MDJ-1000 es un dispositivo de tipo “plug and play” que no
requiere ningún software de instalación. Los drivers de audio y MIDI
del MDJ-1000 son compatible con PC y Mac.
• Para usar el MDJ-1000 con un ordenador Windows,
conecte el MDJ-1000 a su PC después de poner en marcha
el ordenador. El MDJ-1000 configurará los drivers WDM
standard. Elija el MDJ-1000 como su dispositivo para usarlo
como dispositivo de audio. También es posible configurar
drivers ASIO para su uso con el MDJ-1000 y estos están
disponibles en geminisound.com.
• Para usar el MDJ-1000 con un ordenador con sistema
operativo MAC, conecte el MDJ-1000 a su Mac después
de poner en marcha el ordenador. Use los drivers audio
CORE estándar del sistema y elija el MDJ-1000 como su
dispositivo.
Los sistemas de ficheros admitidos en pendrives de memoria
incluyen:
• FAT
• FAT32
• HFS+
• NTFS
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