Gemini PMX-1100 User Manual

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INTRODUCTION:

Congratulations on purchasing the Gemini PMX-1100 mixer. This state-of-the-art mixer is backed by a three year warranty, excluding crossfader and channel slides. Prior to use, we suggest that you carefully read all the instructions.

FEATURES:

• 4 Stereo Channels

• State of the Art Cue Section

• 3 Phono/Line Convertible, 4 Line, and 2 Mic Inputs

• Talkover

• Master and Record outputs

• Master Treble and Bass Controls

4. On the rear panel are 3 stereo PHONO/LINE (29, 32, 35) inputs and 4 stereo LINE (28, 31, 34, 37) inputs. The PHONO/LINE SWITCH (30) enables you to set the (29) input to Phono or Line. The PHONO/LINE SWITCH (33) enables you to set the (32) input to Phono or Line. The PHONO/LINE SWITCH (36) enables you to set the (35) input to Phono or Line. The phono inputs will accept only turntables with a magnetic cartridge. A GROUND SCREW (38) for you to ground your turntables is located on the rear panel. The stereo line inputs will accept any line level input such as a CD player, a cassette player, etc.

5. Headphones can be plugged into the front panel mounted

HEADPHONE (5) jack.

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.

CONNECTIONS:

1. Before plugging in the 15V AC Adapter (1), make sure that the POWER (2) switch is in the off position. The POWER LEDS (17)

will be off.

2. The PMX-1100 is supplied with 2 sets of output jacks. The MASTER OUTPUT (26) jacks are unbalanced and used to connect to your main amplifier. The REC OUTPUT (27) jacks can be used to connect the mixer to the record input of your recorder enabling you to record your mix.

3. The MIC 1 (3) input (found on the front panel) accepts a XLR connector. The MIC 2 (4) input (found on the rear panel) accepts 1/4" connectors. All accept balanced and unbalanced microphones.

OPERATION:

1. POWER ON: Once you have made all the equipment connections to your mixer, press the POWER SWITCH (2). The power will turn on and the POWER LEDS (17) will glow.

2. CHANNEL 1: SWITCH # (8) allows you to select the

PHONO 1/LINE 2 (35) or the LINE 1 (37) input. The CHANNEL SLIDE (9) controls the input level of this

channel.

3. CHANNEL 2: SWITCH # (10) allows you to select the PHONO

2/LINE 4 (32) or the LINE 3 (34) input. The CHANNEL SLIDE (11) controls the input level of this channel.

4. CHANNEL 3: SWITCH # (12) allows you to select the PHONO 3/LINE 6 (29) or the LINE 5 (31) input. The CHANNEL SLIDE (13) controls the input level of this channel.

5. CHANNEL 4: SWITCH # (14) allows you to select the LINE 7 (28) or the MIC 2 (4) input. The CHANNEL SLIDE (15)

controls the input level of this channel.

6. CROSSFADER SECTION: The CROSSFADER (26) allows the mixing of one source into another. The left side of the

CROSSFADER (26) is CHANNEL 1 and the right side is CHANNEL 2. The CROSSFADER (26) in your unit is

removable and if the need arises can be easily replaced. Your Gemini mixer comes with an RG-45 PRO (RAILGLIDE™) Dual-Rail Crossfader. RAIL GLIDE™ crossfaders have internal dual stainless steel rails that allow the slider to ride smoothly and accurately from end to end. Also available is our CF-45 PRO (PROGLIDE™) Dual-Rail Crossfader. This unique crossfader features, state of the art conductive plastic technology, for unlimited useage. Another crossfader we have available is the PSF- 45 (PRO SCRATCH™) crossfader with a special curve designed for scratch mixing. Just purchase one from your Gemini dealer and follow the instructions:

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1. Unscrew the outside FADER PLATE SCREWS (B). Do not touch the INSIDE SCREWS (C).

2. Carefully lift the fader and unplug the CABLE (D).

3. Plug the new fader into the cable and place it back in the mixer.

4. Screw the fader to the mixer.

7. OUTPUT CONTROL SECTION: The level of the MASTER OUT (31) is controlled by the MASTER (23) slide. The Master TREBLE (20) and BASS (21) controls allow you to adjust the output of channels 1-4.

SPECIFICATIONS:

INPUTS:

MIC 1..............................................1.5mV 2kOhm balanced

MIC 2 ............................................1.5mV 2KOhm balanced

Phono @ 1kHz...............................................2mV 47kOhm

Line...........................................................100 mV 27kOhm

OUTPUTS:

Amp/Booth................................................0 dB 1V 400Ohm

Max....................20V Peak to Peak

Rec..............................................................225mV 5kOhm

GENERAL:

Bass....................................................................... ± 12dB

Treble......................................................................± 12dB

Frequency Response..........................20Hz - 20KHz +/- 2dB

Distortion....................................................less than 0.02%

S/N Ratio...................................................better than 80dB

Talkover Attenuation....................................................-16dB

Power Source:............................Adapter-115V/15V AC 0.5A

..........................................................or 230V/15V AC 0.5A

Dimensions..................19”w x 3”d x 7”h (483 x 76 x 178 mm)

Weight.......................................................6.25lbs (2.84 kg)

NOTE: THE RECORD OUT (27) HAS NO LEVEL

CONTROL. THE LEVEL IS SET BY THE CHANNEL SLIDES OF THE SELECTED CHANNEL.

8. TALKOVER SECTION: The purpose of the talkover section is to allow the program playing to be muted so that the MIC can be heard above the music. The MIC 1/TALKOVER SWITCH (6) controls MIC 1 and has three settings. When the MIC 1/TALKOVER SWITCH (6) is in the bottom position, the MIC and talkover are off. When the MIC 1/ TALKOVER SWITCH (6) is in the center position MIC 1 is on, the MIC 1 INDICATOR (7) will glow, but talkover is off. When the MIC 1/TALKOVER SWITCH (6) is in the top position, MIC 1 and talkover will be on and the volume of all sources except the MIC input are lowered by 16dB. The MIC LEVEL (16) controls the level of MIC 1.

9. CUE SECTION: By connecting a set of headphones to the HEADPHONE (5) jack, you can monitor any or all of the channels. Press the CUE ASSIGN (19) buttons for channels 1-4 to select the channel or channels to be monitored and their respective LED indicators will glow. Use the CUE LEVEL (24) control to adjust the cue volume without effecting the overall mix. By moving the CUE PGM PAN (22) control to the left you will be able to monitor the assigned cue signal. Moving the control to the right will monitor the PGM (program) output.

10.DISPLAY: The DISPLAY (18) indicates the MASTER output left and right levels.

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