Nilfisk DJM-3 User Manual

User's Manual

2-CHANNEL VCA -CONTROLLED

DJM-3

DJ MIXER WITH BEAT COUNTER

R

LTO

www.altoproaudio.com

Version 2.3 September 2005

English

SAFETY RELATED SYMBOLS

CAUTION

RISK OFELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOTOPEN

This symbol, wherever used, alerts you to the pre­sence of un-insulated and dangerous voltages with­in the product enclosure. These are voltages that
may be sufficient to constitute the risk of electric
shock or death.

This symbol, wherever used, alerts you to impo­rtant operating and maintenance instructions.
Please read.

Fuse

To prevent fire and damage to the product, use only
the recommended fuse type as indicated in this
manual. Do not short-circuit the fuse holder. Before
replacing the fuse, make sure that the product is
OFF and disconnected from the AC outlet.

Protective Ground

Before turning the product ON, make sure that it is
connected to Ground. This is to prevent the risk of
electric shock.

Never cut internal or external Ground wires. Likewise,
never remove Ground wiring from the Protective
Ground Terminal.

Protective Ground Terminal

AC mains (Alternating Current)

Hazardous Live Terminal

ON: Denotes the product is turned on.

OFF: Denotes the product is turned off.

WARNING

Describes precautions that should be observed to
prevent the possibility of death or injury to the user.

CAUTION

Describes precautions that should be observed to
prevent damage to the product.

Disposing of this product should not be
placed in municipal waste and should be
Separate collection.

WARNING

Power Supply

Ensure that the mains source voltage (AC outlet)
matches the voltage rating of the product. Failure
to do so could result in damage to the product and
possibly the user.

Unplug the product before electrical storms occur
and when unused for long periods of time to reduce
the risk of electric shock or fire.

External Connection

Always use proper ready-made insulated mains
cabling (power cord). Failure to do so could result
in shock/death or fire. If in doubt, seek advice from
a registered electrician.

Do Not Remove Any Covers

Within the product are areas where high voltages
may present. To reduce the risk of electric shock do
not remove any covers unless the AC mains power
cord is removed.

Covers should be removed by qualified service
personnel only.

No user serviceable parts inside.

Operating Conditions

Always install in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.

To avoid the risk of electric shock and damage, do
not subject this product to any liquid/rain or moisture.
Do not use this product when in close proximity to
water.

Do not install this product near any direct heat source.

Do not block areas of ventilation. Failure to do so
could result in fire.

Keep product away from naked flames.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these instructions

Follow all instructions

Keep these instructions. Do not discard.

Heed all warnings.

Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.

Power Cord and Plug

Do not tamper with the power cord or plug. These are
designed for your safety.

Do not remove Ground connections!

If the plug does not fit your AC outlet seek advice from
a qualified electrician.

Protect the power cord and plug from any physical
stress to avoid risk of electric shock.

Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. This
could cause electric shock or fire.

Cleaning

When required, either blow off dust from the product
or use a dry cloth.

Do not use any solvents such as Benzol or Alcohol.
For safety, keep product clean and free from dust.

Servicing

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel only.

Do not perform any servicing other than those instruc­tions contained within the User's Manual.

1

PREFACE

Dear Customer:

Thanks for choosing LTO DJM-3 and thanks2-CHANNEL VCA-CONTROLLED DJ MIXER WITH BEAT COUNTER
for choosing one of the results of AUDIO TEAM's work and researches.LTO

For our LTO AUDIO TEAM, music and sound more than a job are first of all passion and let us say Our obsession!... ...

We have been designing professional audio products for a long time in cooperation with some of the major brands in the
world in the audio field.

Because we are convinced you are the most important member of LTO AUTIO TEAM and the one confirming the quality
of our job, we like to share with you our work and our dreams, paying attention to your suggestions and your comments.

Following this idea we create our products and we will create the new ones! From our side, we guarantee you and
we will guarantee you also in future the best quality, the best fruits of our continuous researches and the best prices.

Our LTO DJM-3 has extensive features i.e. 22-CHANNEL VCA-CONTROLLED DJ MIXER WITH BEAT COUNTER
phono /line inputs; 1 microphone input; intelligent dual auto beat per minute counter with time display;and beat sync.
BASS, MID and TREBLE on each channel; crossfader curve control etc., which are suitable for many professionalother
applications.

Nothing else to add, but that we would like to thank all the people that made the LTO DJM-3 2-CHANNEL VCA­CONTROLLED DJ MIXER WITH BEAT COUNTER, LTO who makeand thank our designers and all the staff people
possible the realization of products containing our idea of music and sound and are ready to support customers,you, our
in the best way, conscious that you are our best richness.

Thank you very much

LTO AUDIO TEAM

2

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................................................................4

2. FEATURES LIST.....................................................................................................................................4

3. CONTROL ELEMENTS..........................................................................................................................5

3.1 The TOP Cover

3.1.1 The CHANNEL Section

3.1.2 The MIC INPUT Section

3.1.3 The MAIN OUT Section

3.1.4 The PFL (pre fader level) Section

3.1.5 The LEVEL METER Section

3.1.6 The BPM (Beat per Minute) Section

3.2 The Front Panel

3.2.1 MIC IN Jack

3.2.2 The PHONE OUT Jack

3.2.3 The REVERSE Switch

3.2.4 CROSSFADER CURVE Control

3.3 The Rear Panel

3.3.1 AC Inlet and Fuse Holder

3.3.2 POWER Switch

3.3.3 MAIN OUT

3.3.4 EFFECTS send and return

3.3.5 INPUT

3.3.7 GND screw

4. TECHNICAL .............................................................................................................11SPECIFICATIONS

5. SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAM.................................................................................................................12

6. WARRANTY...........................................................................................................................................13

3

1. INTRODUCTION

What a great DJ mixer you have just bought. Your DJM 3 is packed with features such as digital beat counter, 2 turn­table input, 2 line input, microphone input, 3 bands equaliser and replaceable cross-fader just to mention a few. Your
DJM 3 is VCA Controlled and it is very easy to operate. Please go through this Manual carefully and you will get the
best out of your DJM 3

2. FEATURES LIST

5 Inputs: 2 Line, 2 Phono, 1 Mic

2 Outputs: Master output through RCA connectors, headphone output via 1/4" TRS jack

Gain Control and bass, middle, treble equaliser on each channel

Accurate Led Meter (10 segments)

PFL switch

Crossfader curve Control

Surround control

Talk Control

Digital BPM (beat per minute) Counter

VCA assisted Faders

4

3. CONTROL ELEMENTS

3.1 The TOP Cover

CH1 CH2

5

3.1.1 The CHANNEL Section

-. PHONO-LINE to LINE switch

This switch is available on both input channels. You shall
use the LINE position for all high level audio signals such
as CD Players, DAT, MD, etc. You shall use the PHONO­LINE position to connect the turntables making sure that
the PHONO-LINE switch on the rear panel is on PHONO
position. With this switch (the one on the rear panel) on
LINE position, the Input Channel will accept a high level
audio signal.

-. The GAIN control

Via this knob you will adjust the input level. Do not turn
this control too much clockwise or you will overload the
channel but do not turn it too much counterclockwise or
you will generate background hiss.

-. The EQUALIZER control

Both Input Channels are provided with 3 bands equaliser:
Bass, Middle and Treble and you can adjust the gain range
of each from -30dB to +15dB.

-. The PROGRAM Fader

There is a Program Fader available on both channels. For
optimum performance and operation the 2 Faders are VCA
(Voltage Control Amplifier) controlled. These Faders adjust
the overall level of the input channels.

2

3

4

1

1

2

3

55

4

-. The CURVE control

Both input channels include a 3-position switch denominated
CURVE.

If you set the CURVE switch on SHARP position the level
will be changed quite quickly by the PROGRAM Fader even
if you move the Fader slowly.

If you set the CURVE switch in SOFT position, the level will
be changed much more slowly by the PROGRAM Fader
even if you move the Fader quickly.

If you set the CURVE switch in MID position you will combine
the SHARP and SOFT configuration.

3.1.2 The MIC INPUT Section

-. LEVEL control

You can adjust the level of the microphone signal via this
control.

-.TREBLE and BASS controls

With the treble and bass control you can create sound effects
and make the sounds of any microphone better. The gain
range of both bass and treble controls is of -15dB to +15dB.

-. The MIC ON switch

Push the MIC On button to activate the MIC INPUT channel.

5

6

7

8

6

7

8

6

3.1.3 The MAIN OUT Section

-. LEVEL control

This knob controls the overall output volume.

-. The TALK control

When you speak through a connected microphone the
volume of the reproduced music will be automatically
reduced by the mixer for better intelligibility of your voice.
You can determine yourself how much the volume of the
music will be reduced via this control.

-. The SURROUND control

DJ Mixers are often used in quite inappropriate venues
and the positioning of the loudspeakers is not always
optimal. The Surround Control allow you to get a better
transparency and stereo image and will contribute to
"clean" you mix.

-.The SURROUND ON switch

You can turn off the Surround function via this switch.
You can also run fast A/B comparison (with surround/
without surround) via this switch.

9

10

11

12

9

10

11

12

3.1.4 The PFL (pre fader level) Section

When you connect a headphone to your DJM 3 you have the
chance of pre-listen the audio signal before the signal reach
the Main output.

-.LEVEL control

This knob will adjust the level of the headphone signal.

-.The MIX control

Set the switch mode (15) in STEREO position and you can
fade between channel 1 and 2.

-.MODE switch

This is a 2-position switch. When the switch is in STEREO
position see above at (14). If you choose the SPLIT position
the two channels will be fully separated. So you will hear
channel 1 only on the left side and you will hear Channel 2
only on the right side.

3.1.5 The LEVEL METER Section

-.LEVEL METER

This 10 segments LED's Meter will read the signal selected
via the MAIN/PFL switch. Please see following.

-.MAIN/PFL switch

When this switch is in MAIN function (main Led on) the Level
Meter will display the output level of the Left and Right channels;
When this switch is in PFL function (PFL Led on) the Level
Meter will display the PFL headphone signal: channel 1 on
left Led Meter and Channel 2 on right Led Meter.

13

14

15

16

17

13

14

15

17

16

7

3.1.6 The BPM ( Beat per Minute) Section

18 20 21

CH1 CH2

19

This is a key and exclusive function in your DJM 3 mixer. What is the Beat Per Minute function/ It simply indicate
the "speed" of the music through a 3-digit display. The beats (per minute) of the music are automatically measured
by the BPM and then displayed on the 3-digit display. Of course there is one BPM counter for every input channel.
Thanks to the BPM function you can mix more quickly songs with different tempo.

-. The TEMPO Display

This 3-digit display (one for every channel) will show the tempo of each channel. If the tempo changes the
display will change accordingly.

-. The BEAT ASSIST switch

The Beat Assist button is available on both channels and it is below the Tempo display. Press the Beat
Assist button and you can manually regulate the beat. The Led nearby the Beat Assist button will show you
when the function is active or not.

-. TEMPO DIFFERENCE Led segment

This 7 segment Led Meter will indicate the tempo difference in between the two channels or programs. If the
tempos on both channels is the same the center LED will light. If the tempo of the music on channel 1 is faster
the LED's on the left will start to light and vice-versa.

-. TIME OFFSET Led segment

This 7 segments Led Meter is positioned immediately below the Tempo Difference display. This display will
indicate the synchronicity of the 2 channels. When the 2 channels are syncronized, the center LED will light.
If LED's on the left will start to light, Channel 1 is getting out of sync and vice-versa.

18

19

21

22

20

-. The CROSSFADER

Through this crossfader you can fade in between Channel 1 and 2. The Crossfader on your DJM3 is VCA
(Voltage Control Amplifier) controlled and it is User replaceable.

22

8

3.2 The Front Panel

REVERSE HOLD

MIC IN PHONE OUT

SMOOTH

REVERSE TAP

SHARP

CROSSFADER

CURVE

23 24 25 26

3.2.1 MIC IN Jack

This input will accept and unbalanced low impedance microphone. The functions of the microphone will be
controlled by the MIC INPUT section on the Top Panel.

3.2.2 The PHONE OUT Jack

This input will accept a standard headphone with a 1/4" stereo jack

3.2.3 The REVERSE Switch

This switch will invert the direction of the crossfader so that an immediate inversion of the two channels will
be achieved. This switch has two functions: TAP and HOLD.
In TAP function the 2 channels will be reversed instantly and will go back in their original set as soon as you
release the switch in center position
In HOLD function the two channels will be locked in the reverse position. To cancel the effect you will need
to push back the switch in the center position.

23

24

25

3.2.4 CROSSFADER CURVE Control

26

Via this knob you will adjust the crossfader curve. Please see (5) earlier in this Manual for further reference.

9

3.3.The Rear Panel

UK/AUST

210-240V 50Hz

Fuse:T200mAL

AC INPUT

EUROPE
210-240V 50Hz
Fuse:T200mAL

RATED POWER CONSUMPTION: 12W

Apparaten skall anslutas till
Jordat uttag nar den ansluts
Till ett natverk

USA / Canada

100-120V 60Hz

Fuse:T400mAL

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD
AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE

Use only with a 250V fuse

Use only with a 250V fuse

Use only with a 250V fuse

POWER

DO NOT OPEN

- DO NOT OPEN

ON

OFF

- NE PASOUVRIR

MODEL

TAPEMAIN

MAIN OUT

SEND

FROM PFL

EFFECTS

SERIAL

RETURN

TO MAIN

GND GND

PHONO

L

R

INPUT 2 INPUT 1

PHONO

LINE

LINELINE

PHONO

LINE

PHONO

27 28 29 30 31 32

3.3.1 AC Inlet and Fuse Holder

27

The fuse holder position (please follow the triangle that indicated the voltage accepted by the unit) can be changed
only by a qualified Engineer. Please check the Voltage accepted by the unit and the Voltage available from your
AC sockets before connecting the unit to the Mains.

3.3.2 POWER Switch

28

This switch turns the Mixer ON and OFF.

3.3.3 MAIN OUT

29

Both MAIN output and TAPE output are RCA types connectors. Yes the same largely used in hi-fi and are low
impedance. Through the MAIN output you can connect your DJM 3 to an amplifier. Through the TAPE output
you can connect your DJM 3 to a tape recorder.

3.3.4 EFFECTS send and return

30

You can send the PFL (pre fader level) signal through the SEND sockets to a signal processor such as reverb,
equaliser, etc. Then from the same effect unit you bring the signal back into the DJM 3 via the RETURN
sockets and the audio signal is routed into the MAIN output.

3.3.5 INPUT

31

- PHONO input: Both Channels feature PHONO inputs including RIIA preamplifier for turntable. PIN (RCA) jacks
shall be used to connect the turntable.

- LINE input: Through these RCA type sockets you can connect a CD player, an MD player or any other high level
device such as Tape Recorder, DAT, etc,

Important Notice: If you wish to connect LINE level devices into the LINE/PHONO input, make sure that the LINE/
PHONO switch is on LINE position otherwise the sensitive RIAA preamplifier built-in in the Phono input will be
overloaded and will produce distortion.

3.3.6 GND screw

32

This grounding connection is provided for your turntables.

10

4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

INPUTS

Phono Inputs 1 and 2

Line Inputs 1 and 2

Mic Input

Return

OUTPUTS

Headphones

Main Out

Tape Out

Send

GENERAL

Stereo Bass

Stereo Middle

Stereo Treble

Mic Bass

Mic Treble

Input Gain Adjustment

Signal to Noise ratio(S/N)

Crosstalk

Distortion(THD)

Frequency Response

40dB gain@1kHz,unbalanced

0dB gain, unbalanced

40dB gain, servo balanced

0dB gain, unbalanced

typically 125mW@ 1% THD

max +21dBu

typically 0dBu

typically 0dBu

+15dB/ 30dB

+15dB/ 30dB

+15dB/ 30dB

+15dB/ 15dB

+15dB/ 15dB

20dB 9dB ( 3dB)

>90dB(LINE)

>70dB(LINE)

0.1%

20Hz 20KHz ( 2dB)

POWER SUPPLY

Connector type

Main Voltage

Power Consumption

Fuse

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

Dimension

Weight

3 pole IEC, grounded

USA/Canada 100 120V~, 60Hz

UK/AUST 210 240V~, 50Hz

12W

95 120V~ : T400mAL

210 240V~ : T200mAL

248(L) 245(W) 76.6(H)mm (9.8" 9.6" 3.0")

2.9Kg (6.39lb)

11

5. SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAM

12

6. WARRANTY

1. WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD

To obtain Warranty Service, the buyer should first fill out and return the enclosed Warranty Registration Card within
10 days of the Purchase Date.

All the information presented in this Warranty Registration Card gives the manufacturer a better understanding of
the sales status, so as to purport a more effective and efficient after-sales warranty service.

Please fill out all the information carefully and genuinely, miswriting or absence of this card will void your warranty
service.

2. RETURN NOTICE

2.1 In case of return for any warranty service, please make sure that the product is well packed in its original shipping
carton, and it can protect your unit from any other extra damage.

2.2 Please provide a copy of your sales receipt or other proof of purchase with the returned machine, and give detail
information about your return address and contact telephone number.

2.3 A brief description of the defect will be appreciated.

2.4 Please prepay all the costs involved in the return shipping, handling and insurance.

3. TERMS AND CONDITIONS

3.1 warrants that this product will be free from any defects in materials and/or workmanship for a period

LTO

of 1 year from the purchase date if you have completed the Warranty Registration Card in time.

3.2 The warranty service is only available to the original consumer, who purchased this product directly from the

retail dealer, and it can not be transferred.

3.3 During the warranty service, may repair or replace this product at its own option at no charge to you for

LTO

parts or for labor in accordance with the right side of this limited warranty.

3.4 This warranty does not apply to the damages to this product that occurred as the following conditions:

Instead of operating in accordance with the user's manual thoroughly, any abuse or misuse of this product.

Normal tear and wear.

The product has been altered or modified in any way.

Damage which may have been caused either directly or indirectly by another product / force / etc

Abnormal service or repairing by anyone other than the qualified personnel or technician.

And in such cases, all the expenses will be charged to the buyer.

3.5 In no event shall be liable for any incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclu-

LTO

sion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you.

3.6 This warranty gives you the specific rights, and these rights are compatible with the state laws, you may also

have other statutory rights that may vary from state to state.

13

SE KAKU TECHNICAL GROUP LIMITEDI

No. 1, Lane 17, Sec. 2, Han Shi West Road, Taichung 40151 Taiwan

http://www.altoproaudio.com Tel: [phone]

email: [e-mail] Fax: [phone]

All rights reserved to ALTO. All features and content might be changed

without prior notice. Any photocopy, translation, or reproduction of part of this

manual without written permission is forbidden. Copyright 2005 SEIKAKU GROUP

c

NF01037-2.3