Gemini UMX-3 User Manual

OPERA TIONS MANUAL

Bedienungsanleltung Manual de funcionamiento Manual de fonctionnement Manual del utente

PROFESSIONAL VCA MIXER

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Mezclador VCA

Mezclador VCAMezclador VCA Mélangeur VCAMélangeur VCA

Mélangeur VCA

Mélangeur VCAMélangeur VCA Miscelatore VCA per il professionaleMiscelatore VCA per il professionale

Miscelatore VCA per il professionale

Miscelatore VCA per il professionaleMiscelatore VCA per il professionale

para el profesional para el profesional

para el profesional

para el profesional para el profesional pour le professionnel pour le professionnel

pour le professionnel

pour le professionnel pour le professionnel

VCA MischpultVCA Mischpult

VCA Mischpult

VCA MischpultVCA Mischpult

Multi Language Instructions

English............................................................................Page 4

Deutsch..........................................................................Page 6

Español...........................................................................Page 8

Francais..........................................................................Page 10

Italiano.............................................................................Page 12

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A/B Amplitude (dB)A/B Amplitude (dB)

A/B Amplitude (dB)

A/B-Signalstärke (dB)A/B-Signalstärke (dB)

A/B-Signalstärke (dB)

Amplitud A/B (dB)Amplitud A/B (dB)

Amplitud A/B (dB)

Amplitude A/B (dB)Amplitude A/B (dB)

Amplitude A/B (dB)

Estensione A/B (dB)Estensione A/B (dB)

Estensione A/B (dB)

Crossfader AdjustmentCrossfader Adjustment

Crossfader Adjustment

Crossfader AdjustmentCrossfader Adjustment

Crossfader-RegelwegCrossfader-Regelweg

Crossfader-Regelweg

Crossfader-RegelwegCrossfader-Regelweg Ajuste del CrossfaderAjuste del Crossfader

Ajuste del Crossfader

Ajuste del CrossfaderAjuste del Crossfader

Réglage du CrossfaderRéglage du Crossfader

Réglage du Crossfader

Réglage du CrossfaderRéglage du Crossfader

Regolazione CrossfaderRegolazione Crossfader

Regolazione Crossfader

Regolazione CrossfaderRegolazione Crossfader

Gradual TaperGradual Taper

Gradual Taper

Gradual TaperGradual Taper Weicher ÜbergangWeicher Übergang

Weicher Übergang

Weicher ÜbergangWeicher Übergang Disminución progresivaDisminución progresiva

Disminución progresiva

Disminución progresivaDisminución progresiva Diminution progressiveDiminution progressive

Diminution progressive

Diminution progressiveDiminution progressive Riduzione progressivaRiduzione progressiva

Riduzione progressiva

Riduzione progressivaRiduzione progressiva

Channel Slide CurveChannel Slide Curve

Channel Slide Curve

Channel Slide CurveChannel Slide Curve

KanalfaderkurveKanalfaderkurve

Kanalfaderkurve

KanalfaderkurveKanalfaderkurve

Curva de los mandos corredizos de canalCurva de los mandos corredizos de canal

Curva de los mandos corredizos de canal

Curva de los mandos corredizos de canalCurva de los mandos corredizos de canal

Courbe des curseurs de canalCourbe des curseurs de canal

Courbe des curseurs de canal

Courbe des curseurs de canalCourbe des curseurs de canal

Curva cursori canaleCurva cursori canale

Curva cursori canale

Curva cursori canaleCurva cursori canale

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A/B Amplitude (dB)A/B Amplitude (dB)

A/B Amplitude (dB)

A/B-Signalstärke (dB)A/B-Signalstärke (dB)

A/B-Signalstärke (dB)

Amplitud A/B (dB)Amplitud A/B (dB)

Amplitud A/B (dB)

Amplitude A/B (dB)Amplitude A/B (dB)

Amplitude A/B (dB)

Estensione A/B (dB)Estensione A/B (dB)

Estensione A/B (dB)

Travel (%)Travel (%)

Travel (%)

Travel (%)Travel (%) Faderweg (%)Faderweg (%)

Faderweg (%)

Faderweg (%)Faderweg (%) Recorrido (%)Recorrido (%)

Recorrido (%)

Recorrido (%)Recorrido (%) Parcours (%)Parcours (%)

Parcours (%)

Parcours (%)Parcours (%) Corso (%)Corso (%)

Corso (%)

Corso (%)Corso (%)

Travel (%)Travel (%)

Travel (%)

Travel (%)Travel (%) Faderweg (%)Faderweg (%)

Faderweg (%)

Faderweg (%)Faderweg (%) Recorrido (%)Recorrido (%)

Recorrido (%)

Recorrido (%)Recorrido (%) Parcours (%)Parcours (%)

Parcours (%)

Parcours (%)Parcours (%) Corso (%)Corso (%)

Corso (%)

Corso (%)Corso (%)

Radical TaperRadical Taper

Radical Taper

Radical TaperRadical Taper Harter ÜbergangHarter Übergang

Harter Übergang

Harter ÜbergangHarter Übergang Disminución radicalDisminución radical

Disminución radical

Disminución radicalDisminución radical Diminution radicaleDiminution radicale

Diminution radicale

Diminution radicaleDiminution radicale Riduzione radicaleRiduzione radicale

Riduzione radicale

Riduzione radicaleRiduzione radicale

Attenuation (dB)Attenuation (dB)

Attenuation (dB)

Dämpfung (dB)Dämpfung (dB)

Dämpfung (dB)

Atenuacion (dB)Atenuacion (dB)

Atenuacion (dB)

Atténuation (dB)Atténuation (dB)

Atténuation (dB)

Attenuazione (dB)Attenuazione (dB)

Attenuazione (dB)

Travel (%)Travel (%)

Travel (%)

Travel (%)Travel (%) Faderweg (%)Faderweg (%)

Faderweg (%)

Faderweg (%)Faderweg (%) Recorrido (%)Recorrido (%)

Recorrido (%)

Recorrido (%)Recorrido (%) Parcours (%)Parcours (%)

Parcours (%)

Parcours (%)Parcours (%) Corso (%)Corso (%)

Corso (%)

Corso (%)Corso (%)

IntroductionIntroduction

Introduction

IntroductionIntroduction

ConnectionsConnections

Connections

ConnectionsConnections

Congratulations on purchasing the Gemini UMX-3 VCA 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.

With VCA technology, audio is processed in a voltage-controlled amplifier (VCA) removing it from the crossfader and channel slides giving them extended life and reducing travel noise. The crossfader and channel slides regulate the DC voltage that controls the VCA circuit. Additional advantages of VCA technology include the ability to provide precise curve adjustments for the crossfader and channel slides without sacrificing audio quality. For additional information, refer to the diagrams on Page 3 for crossfader adjustment and channel slide curve.

FeaturesFeatures

Features

FeaturesFeatures

•2 Stereo Channels

•3 Phono/Line Convertible, 1 Line, and 1 Mic Input

• Adjustable Input Assign Switches

• Channel Slide Curve Control

• Crossfader with Curve Control

• State of the Art Cue Section with Split

• Crossfader Reverse (Hamster) Switch

• Balanced and Unbalanced Master Outputs

• Zone and Record outputs

• Dual mode display

1. Make sure that the

POWER LED (32)POWER LED (32)

POWER LED (32) will be off. This unit comes supplied with a 18 volt

POWER LED (32)POWER LED (32)

AC adaptor. Plug the adaptor into the rear panel the adaptor into a proper power source.

2. The UMX-3 is supplied with 4 sets of output jacks. The

MASTER OUTPUT (4)MASTER OUTPUT (4)

MASTER OUTPUT (4) jacks are used to connect to your main

MASTER OUTPUT (4)MASTER OUTPUT (4)

amplifier using standard cables with 1/4” connectors. We recommend using the balanced amp outputs if the cables to your amp are 10 feet or

BALANCED MASTER OUTPUTSBALANCED MASTER OUTPUTS

more.

BALANCED MASTER OUTPUTS have three separate

BALANCED MASTER OUTPUTSBALANCED MASTER OUTPUTS

conductors, two of which are signal (positive and negative) and one shield (ground). The balanced line uses a tip-ring-sleeve connection. Tip = hot or positive (+), ring = cold or negative (-), and sleeve = shield/ground. The used to connect to your main amplifier. The can be used to connect the mixer to the record input of your recorder enabling you to record your mix. The you to hook up an additional amplifier.

MIC (3)MIC (3)

3. The

MIC (3) input (found on the rear panel)

MIC (3)MIC (3)

(found on the front panel) accepts a 1/4" connector and balanced and unbalanced microphones.

4. On the rear panel are 3 stereo

5. Headphones can be plugged into the front panel mounted

LINE (8) LINE (8)

stereo

LINE (8) input. The

LINE (8) LINE (8)

set the enables you to set the

SWITCHSWITCH

SWITCH

SWITCHSWITCH

phono inputs will accept only turntables with a magnetic cartridge.

GROUND SCREWS (2)GROUND SCREWS (2)

GROUND SCREWS (2) for you to ground your turntables are located

GROUND SCREWS (2)GROUND SCREWS (2)

on the rear panel. The stereo line inputs will accept any line level input such as a CD player, a cassette player, etc.

(36)(36)

(36) jack.

(36)(36)

(9) (9)

(9) input to Phono or Line. The

(9) (9)

(14) (14)

(14) enables you to set the

(14) (14)

POWER (1)POWER (1)

POWER (1) switch is in the off position. The

POWER (1)POWER (1)

power jack. Then plug

BALANCED BALANCED

BALANCED

BALANCED BALANCED

MASTER OUTPUT (5) MASTER OUTPUT (5)

MASTER OUTPUT (5) jacks are unbalanced and

MASTER OUTPUT (5) MASTER OUTPUT (5)

PHONO/LINE (9, 12, 13) PHONO/LINE (9, 12, 13)

PHONO/LINE (9, 12, 13) inputs and 1

PHONO/LINE (9, 12, 13) PHONO/LINE (9, 12, 13)

PHONO/LINEPHONO/LINE

PHONO/LINE

PHONO/LINEPHONO/LINE

(12) (12)

(12) input to Phono or Line. The

(12) (12)

(13) (13)

(13) input to Phono or Line. The

(13) (13)

REC OUTPUT (7) REC OUTPUT (7)

REC OUTPUT (7) jacks

REC OUTPUT (7) REC OUTPUT (7)

ZONE OUTPUT (6) ZONE OUTPUT (6)

ZONE OUTPUT (6) jacks allow

ZONE OUTPUT (6) ZONE OUTPUT (6)

OR OR

MIC (35)MIC (35)

OR the

MIC (35) input

OR OR

MIC (35)MIC (35)

SWITCHSWITCH

(10) (10)

SWITCH

(10) enables you to

SWITCHSWITCH

(10) (10)

PHONO/LINEPHONO/LINE

PHONO/LINE

PHONO/LINEPHONO/LINE

SWITCHSWITCH

SWITCH

SWITCHSWITCH

PHONO/LINEPHONO/LINE

PHONO/LINE

PHONO/LINEPHONO/LINE

PHONESPHONES

PHONES

PHONESPHONES

(11) (11)

(11)

(11) (11)

CautionsCautions

Cautions

CautionsCautions

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, callIn the U.S.A., if you have any problems with this unit, call

In the U.S.A., if you have any problems with this unit, call

In the U.S.A., if you have any problems with this unit, callIn the U.S.A., if you have any problems with this unit, call 1-732-969-9000 for customer service. Do not return equipment1-732-969-9000 for customer service. Do not return equipment

1-732-969-9000 for customer service. Do not return equipment

1-732-969-9000 for customer service. Do not return equipment1-732-969-9000 for customer service. Do not return equipment

1-732-738-9003

to your dealer.to your dealer.

to your dealer.

to your dealer.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.

Height AdjustmentHeight Adjustment

Height Adjustment

Height AdjustmentHeight Adjustment

When using a UMX mixer with professional turntables, such as the Gemini PT Series, you can make the mixer level with the turntable by removing the mixer’s feet.

1. Place a small screw driver under the foot’s center anchor.

2. Gently pry the center anchor up and the foot will come off.

To replace the foot:

1. Place the foot on the mixer without the center anchor.

2. Replace the center anchor and push down on it to anchor the foot to the mixer.

OperationOperation

Operation

OperationOperation

1. POWER ON: Once you have made all the equipment connections to your mixer, press the

POWER LED (32)POWER LED (32)

the

POWER LED (32) will light.

POWER LED (32)POWER LED (32)

2. CHANNEL 1: The the gain of the channel. Switch #

PHONO 1 (13) PHONO 1 (13)

PHONO 1 (13) or the

PHONO 1 (13) PHONO 1 (13) SLIDE SLIDE

(29)(29)

SLIDE

(29) controls the input level of this channel.

SLIDE SLIDE

(29)(29)

3. CHANNEL 2: The the gain of the channel. Switch #

PHONO 3 (9) PHONO 3 (9)

PHONO 3 (9) or the

PHONO 3 (9) PHONO 3 (9)

controls the input level of this channel.

4. INPUT ASSIGN SWITCHES: You can adjust the position of the

ASSIGN (24, 26)ASSIGN (24, 26)

ASSIGN (24, 26) switches to move left to right, up and down

ASSIGN (24, 26)ASSIGN (24, 26)

45 degree angle. Make these adjustments with the power OFF.

1) Remove the channel slide, crossfader knobs and the 4 screws from

the sides of the lower face plate. Then remove the lower faceplate.

2) Remove the 2 screws in the corners of the assign switch plate.

Rotate the switch plate to the desired position, replace the screws and tighten down.

3) To position the switch at a 45 degree angle, you need to reposition

the switch on the assign switch plate. First, remove the 2 screws in the corners of the assign switch plate. Then, lift the switch plate up and remove the 2 smaller screws next to the switch. Rotate the switch plate to the right until the 45 degree holes align with the switch holes, replace the screws and tighten down. Replace the switch plate and tighten down.

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POWER (1) POWER (1)

POWER (1) switch. The power will turn on and

POWER (1) POWER (1)

GAIN (21)GAIN (21)

GAIN (21) control allows you to individually adjust

GAIN (21)GAIN (21)

LINE 2/PHONO 2 (12) LINE 2/PHONO 2 (12)

LINE 2/PHONO 2 (12) input. The

LINE 2/PHONO 2 (12) LINE 2/PHONO 2 (12)

GAIN (23)GAIN (23)

GAIN (23) control allows you to individually adjust

GAIN (23)GAIN (23)

LINE 4 (8)LINE 4 (8)

LINE 4 (8) input. The

LINE 4 (8)LINE 4 (8)

(24)(24)

(24) allows you to select the

(24)(24)

(26)(26)

(26) allows you to select the

(26)(26)

CHANNEL CHANNEL

CHANNEL

CHANNEL CHANNEL

CHANNEL

CHANNEL CHANNEL

SLIDESLIDE

SLIDE

SLIDESLIDE

LINE 1/LINE 1/

LINE 1/

LINE 1/LINE 1/

LINE 3/LINE 3/

LINE 3/

LINE 3/LINE 3/

(30)(30)

(30)

(30)(30)

INPUTINPUT

INPUT

INPUTINPUT

OROR

OR at a

OROR

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