Numark X5 Quick Start Manual

QUICKSTART GUIDE

ENGLISH ( 3 – 6 )

GUÍA DE INICIO RÁPIDO

ESPAÑOL ( 7 – 10 )

GUIDE D'UTILISATION RAPIDE

FRANÇAIS ( 11 – 14 )

GUIDA RAPIDA

ITALIANO ( 15 – 18 )

KURZANLEITUNG

DEUTSCH ( 19 – 22 )

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BOX CONTENTS

 X5
 AC Power Adapter
 Quickstart Guide
 Safety & Warranty Information Booklet

REGISTRATION

Please go to http://www.numark.com to register your X5. Registering your product ensures that we can keep you
up-to-date with any last-minute product developments and provide you with world-class technical support, should you
run into any problems.

GROUND RULES

1. Make sure all items listed in the BOX CONTENTS section are included in the box.

2. READ SAFETY & WARRANTY INFORMATION BOOKLET BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT.

3. Study the connection diagram in this guide.

4. Place mixer in an appropriate position for operation.

5. Make sure all devices are turned off and all faders and gain knobs are set to “zero”

6. Connect all stereo input sources as indicated in the diagram.

7. Connect the stereo outputs to power amplifier(s), tape decks, and/or other audio sources.

8. Plug all devices into AC power.

9. Switch everything on in the following order.

• Audio input sources (i.e. turntables, CD players, etc.)

• Mixer

• Last, any amplifiers or output devices

10. When turning off, always reverse this operation by,

• Turning off amplifiers

• Mixer

• Last, any input devices

CONNECTION DIAGRAM

COMPUTER CD PLAYER

DECK B

AC IN 100V-240V

50-60Hz 50W

POWER

USB LINK

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POWER POWER

DECK A

LRL

REMOTE

DECK

MOTOR

LOCATION

TORQUE

HIGH LOWRIGHT LEFT

R

OUTPUT

AC IN 100V-240V

50-60Hz 50W

POWER

USB LINK

X5

HOUSE AMP

DECK B

DECK A

LRL

REMOTE

DECK

MOTOR

LOCATION

TORQUE

HIGH LOWRIGHT LEFT

R

OUTPUT

FRONT PANEL FEATURES

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MICROPHONE / AUXILIARY INPUT CONTROLS

1. MIC / AUX GAIN (Microphone / Auxiliary Gain): This knob adjusts the volume of both the main

microphone and auxiliary inputs. The gain should be turned completely to MIN when connecting and
disconnecting equipment. If both inputs are used simultaneously the inputs will be mixed together.
(Note: This signal will not be heard in the Cue channel.)

2. TREBLE (Microphone / Auxiliary High EQ): Adjusts the high (treble) frequencies of the microphone /

auxiliary channel.

3. BASS (Microphone / Auxiliary Low EQ): Adjusts the low (bass) frequencies of the microphone /

auxiliary channel.

4. MIC / AUX ON / OFF: Mutes and unmutes the microphone / auxiliary channel.

5. MICROPHONE: Connect a 1/4" microphone to this input. Microphone controls are located on the top

panel.

PRIMARY MIXING CHANNEL CONTROLS

6. GAIN KNOB (Input Level Trim): This rotary control adjusts the pre-fader input signal levels of the

inputs. This level adjustment should be used with the pre-fader meter to match levels of both input
channels.

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7. EQ:

• Treble (Input Level High EQ): Adjusts the high (treble) frequencies of the corresponding

channel. Turning the knob completely to the right increases the level, turning the knob completely
to the left decreases the level to "off." This frequency "kill" control allows for unique mixing styles.

• Middle (Input Level Midrange EQ): Adjusts the mid-range frequencies of the corresponding

channel. Turning the knob completely to the right increases the level, turning the knob completely
to the left decreases the level to "off." This frequency "kill" control allows for unique mixing styles.

• Bass (Input Level Low EQ): Adjusts the low (bass) frequencies of the corresponding channel.

Turning the knob completely to the right increases the level, turning the knob completely to the
left decreases the level to "off." This frequency "kill" control allows for unique mixing styles.

8. LINE / PHONO / TRANS SWITCH (Input Selector Switch): These three-position toggles select what

input source is engaged among the connected units – and a flash position to allow rapid transforming
(audio signal "kill") effect.

9. CHANNEL FADER (VCA Fader): Adjusts the audio level on the corresponding channel.

Note: This fader is user replaceable if it should ever wear out. Simply remove the facepanel and then
remove the screws holding it in position. Replace the fader with a quality authorized replacement from
your local Numark retailer.

10. CHANNEL FADER CONTOUR: Adjusts the slope of the channel fader curve. Flip switch to the left for

a smooth fade or to the right for a sharp cut.

11. REVERSE BUTTON (Channel Fader Reverse Control): Activation of this switch can reverse the

fader direction.

CUEING / MONITOR CONTROLS

12. STEREO LEVEL INDICATOR – Monitors the audio level of the Program mix or Cue Channel,

depending on the position of the METER ASSIGN button.

13. METER ASSIGN BUTTON: Determines whether audio from the Program mix or the Cue channel is

sent to the stereo level indicator.

• When MASTER is indicated, this meter displays the stereo output levels of your mixed signal
(Program Mix).

• When CH1 – CH2 is indicated, the meter shows the pre-fader levels of channels 1 and 2 (Cue
channel). You can use the channel "Gain" and "EQ" controls to match the levels of input signals
while cueing.

14. CUE GAIN KNOB (Headphone Level): This rotary control adjusts the levels of the headphones

connected to the front panel input.

15. CUE TONE KNOB (Headphone Tone Control): This rotary knob adjusts the tone of the headphone

output. The knob can be raised and lowered to hide away by pressing it down.

16. CHANNEL CUE SLIDER: Channels 1 and 2 can be previewed using this mini-crossfader. Sliding this

to the left plays the left channel-1 and sliding to the right plays the right channel-2.

17. CUE / MASTER BUTTON: When lit, only the Program mix is heard. When off, only the Cue channel is

heard.

18. HEADPHONES: Connect your 1/4" headphones to this output for cueing and mix monitoring.

Headphone output controls are located on the top panel. The Volume should always be set at its
lowest setting while connecting and disconnecting headphones to prevent damage to headphones
and/or your hearing.

CROSSFADER CONTROLS

19. CROSSFADER (Digital VCA Crossfader): This slide fader blends audio between CH-1 and CH-2. Its

action can be modified with the "Mode," "Slope", and "Direction" controls. This digital mixer uses
digital VCA technology to accurately determine slider position. Both the VCA and Digital technologies
combined allow for some very powerful effects.

Note: This fader is user-replaceable if it should ever wear out. Simply remove the facepanel and then
remove the screws holding it in position. Replace the fader with a quality authorized replacement from
your local Numark retailer.

20. CROSSFADER CONTOUR: Adjusts the slope of the crossfader curve. Flip switch to the left for a

smooth fade (mixing) or to the right for a sharp cut (scratching).

21. CF REVERSE: Activation of this switch reverses the assignment of CH-1 and CH-2 on the crossfader.

OUTPUT CONTROLS

22. MASTER KNOB: Adjusts the Master output level.

23. BOOTH KNOB: Adjusts the Booth output level.

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REAR PANEL FEATURES

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1. AC IN: Use the included power adapter to connect the mixer to a power outlet. While the power is

switched off, plug the power supply into the mixer first, then plug the power supply into a power outlet.

Note: The mixer is designed to work with the included AC power supply only. Using an incompatible
power supply could result in damage to the unit.

2. POWER SWITCH: Turns the mixer on and off. Turn on the mixer after all input devices have been

connected and before you turn on amplifiers. Turn off amplifiers before you turn off the mixer.

3. AUX-SESSION INPUT (Auxiliary Input, RCA): The line level input is used to connect the output from

an external mixers or additional CD players and other line level devices such as samplers, tape decks,
keyboards, and line output turntables. This input is mixed with any connected microphone.

4. LINE / PHONO INPUTS (RCA): Connect your audio sources to these inputs. These inputs can accept

both line and phono-level signals. (See #3 below.)

5. LINE / PHONO SOURCE SWITCH: Flip this switch to the appropriate position, depending on the

device connected to the LINE / PHONO INPUTS. If you are using phono-level turntables, set this
switch to “PHONO” to provide the additional amplification needed for phono-level signals. If using a
line-level device, such as a CD player or sampler, set this switch to “LINE.” Only turntables with phono
level output should be assigned when the switch is in the phono position.

6. GND (Grounding terminal): If using phono-level turntables with a grounding wire, connect the

grounding wire to these terminals. If you experience a low “hum” or “buzz”, this could mean that your
turntables are not grounded.

Note: Some turntables have a grounding wire built into the RCA connection and, therefore, nothing
needs to be connected to the grounding terminal.

7. LINE INPUTS (RCA): Connect line-level devices, such as CD players, samplers or audio interfaces, to

these inputs.

8. BOOTH OUTPUT (RCA): This RCA output is for connecting a secondary external monitoring device

such as a booth monitor or second stereo output. The level of the booth output signal will increase as
the "Booth" volume control is increased.

9. MASTER OUTPUT (UNBALANCED RCA): Use standard RCA cables to connect this output to a

speaker or amplifier system. The level of this output is controlled by the MASTER knob on the top
panel.

10. MASTER OUTPUT (BALANCED 1/4"): Use standard 1/4" TRS cables to connect this Master output to

a speaker or amplifier system. The level of this output is controlled by the Master knob on the top
panel. When possible, we recommend using these balanced outputs for your Master audio output.
Balanced outputs are better suited for long cable runs and are less susceptible to noise and
interference.

11. DIGITAL OUTPUT (Optical): 48kHz, 24-bit S/PDIF output. The format is type 2, form 1, also known as

S/PDIF (Sony/Phillips Digital Interface Format). This output can be connected to compatible devices
such as CD burners, hard drive recorders, or other digital mixers. Higher audio fidelity is maintained
from these outputs.

12. DIGITAL OUTPUT (Coax): 48kHz, 24-bit S/PDIF output. The format is type 2, form 1, also known as

S/PDIF (Sony/Phillips Digital Interface Format). This output can be connected to compatible devices
such as CD burners, hard drive recorders, or other digital mixers.

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CONTENIDO DE LA CAJA

 X5
 Adaptador de CA
 Guía de inicio rápido
 Folleto de información sobre la seguridad y la garantía

REGISTRO

Visite http://www.numark.com y registre su X5. El registro de su producto asegura que podamos mantenerle
actualizado con los desarrollos de productos de último momento y brindarle apoyo técnico de categoría mundial en
caso de que tenga algún problema.

REGLAS BÁSICAS

1. Asegúrese de que todos los artículos indicados en “Contenido de la caja" estén incluidos en la caja.

2. LEA EL FOLLETO DE INFORMACIÓN SOBRE LA SEGURIDAD Y LA GARANTÍA ANTES DE UTILIZAR EL
PRODUCTO.

3. Estudie el diagrama de conexión incluido en esta guía.

4. Coloque el mezclador en una posición adecuada para su funcionamiento.

5. Asegúrese que todos los dispositivos estén apagados y que todos los faders y perillas de ganancia estén en
posición «cero».

6. Conecte todas las fuentes de entrada estéreo como se indica en el diagrama.

7. Conecte las salidas estéreo a los amplificadores de potencia, bandejas de cinta magnética y/o otras fuentes de
audio.

8. Enchufe todos los dispositivos al suministro de corriente alterna.

9. Encienda todo en el siguiente orden:

y fuentes de entrada de audio (por ejemplo, giradiscos, reproductores de CD, etc.)
y el mezclador
y por último, cualquier amplificador o dispositivo de salida

10. Al apagar, realice siempre esta operación en sentido inverso:

y apague los amplificadores
y el mezclador
y por último, cualquier dispositivo de entrada

DIAGRAMA DE CONEXIÓN

COMPUTADOR

DECK B

AC IN 100V-240V

50-60Hz 50W

POWER

USB LINK

7

LIMENTACIÓN

DECK A

LRL

REMOTE

DECK

MOTOR

LOCATION

TORQUE

HIGH LOWRIGHT LEFT

R

OUTPUT

X5

MPLIFICADOR

REPRODUCTOR DE CD

AC IN 100V-240V

50-60Hz 50W

POWER

USB LINK

REMOTE

DECK

MOTOR

LOCATION

TORQUE

HIGH LOWRIGHT LEFT

LIMENTACIÓN

DECK B

LRL

OUTPUT

DECK A

R

DE CABINA

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CARACTERÍSTICAS DEL PANEL FRONTAL

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CONTROLES DE ENTRADA MICRÓFONO / AUXILIARES

1. MIC / AUX GANANCIA (Micrófono / Auxiliar Ganancia): Este botón ajusta tanto el volumen tanto del

micrófono principal y de las entradas auxiliares. La ganancia debería está completamente apagada (MIN)
cuando se conecte o desconecte el equipo. Si se utilizan ambas entradas de forma simultánea, las entradas
de mezclarán. (Nota: Esta señal no se oirá en el canal de cue.)

2. AGUDOS (Micrófono / Auxiliar EQ alto): Ajusta las altas frecuencias (agudos) del canal de micrófono.

Consejo: Si experimenta realimentación cuando usa un micrófono con niveles altos, pruebe disminuyendo las
altas frecuencias.

3. GRAVES (Micrófono / Auxiliar EQ bajo): Ajusta las bajas frecuencias (graves) del canal de

micrófono/auxiliar.

4. MIC / AUX SÍ / NO – Silencia y anula el silenciamiento de la señal micrófono/auxiliare.

5. MICRÓFONO: Conecte un micrófono de 1/4" a esta entrada. Los controles de micrófono se encuentran en el

panel superior.

CONTROLES DE MEZCLA DE CANAL PRIMARIOS

5. BOTÓN DE GANANCIA (Compensación del nivel de entrada): Este control giratorio ajusta los niveles de
señal de entrada del pre-fader de las entradas. Este ajuste de nivel debería ser usado con el medidor del pre­fader para emparejar los niveles de ambos canales de entrada.

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