Numark Industries DM 1885X User Manual

Professional Disc Jockey Products

DM 1885X STEREO MIXER

OWNER’S MANUAL

NUMARK INDUSTRIES 11 Helmsman Road, North Kingstown RI 02852 http://www.numark.com

DM1885X

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DM1885X

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE ANY COVER. NO USER-

SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within the

equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence

of un-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s

enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute

a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended

to alert the user to the presence of important operating and

maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature

accompanying this appliance.

CAUTION

FOR USA & CANADIAN MODELS ONLY

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS

(POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE

OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY

INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

6. Heat - Avoid placing this product too close to any high heat sources such as radiators.

7. Power Sources - This product should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in these operating instructions, or as marked on the unit.

8. Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked upon or pinched by items placed on or against them. When removing the cord from a power outlet be sure to remove it by holding the plug attachment and not by pulling on the cord.

9. Object and Liquid Entry - Take care that objects do not fall into and that liquids are not spilled into the inside of the mixer.

10. Damage Requiring Service - This product should be serviced only by qualified personnel. If you have any questions about service please contact Numark at the number(s) shown on the back cover of this manual.

11. Grounding or Polarization - Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means built into the mixer is not defeated.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

12. Internal/External Voltage Selectors - Internal or external voltage selector switches, if any,

1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before this product is connected and used.

should only be reset and re-equipped with a proper plug for alternative voltage by a qualified service technician. Do not attempt to alter this yourself.

2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be kept for future reference.

NOTE: This apparatus does not exceed the Class A/Class B (whichever is applicable)

3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on this product and in these operating instructions should be followed.

limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of

4. Follow Instructions - All operating and other

Communications.

instructions should be followed.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric

5. Water and Moisture - This product should be kept away from direct contact with liquids.

shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. Electrical equipment should NEVER be kept or stored in damp environments.

Please record the serial number of your unit as shown on the back of the chassis as well as the name of the dealer from whom you purchased the unit. Retain this information for your records. Please return the warranty card enclosed to register your mixer with us.

MODEL: DM1885X PURCHASED FROM:_________________________ SERIAL NUMBER:__________________ DATE OF PURCHASE:________________________

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DM1885X

NUMARK DM1885X STEREO MIXER

INDEX

Safety Information Page 3 Product Registration

Introduction and Features Page 5 Precautions Page 7 Front Panel Diagram Page 8 Sampler Operation Page 10 Rear Panel Diagram Page 12 Connection Instructions and Diagram Page 13 Specifications Page 14 Block Diagram Page 15 Warranty and Service Page 16

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DM1885X

CONGRATULATIONS!

You have purchased the DM1885X Stereo Mixer by Numark. This equipment features the latestest in sampling technology. With all new circuitry you get 4 assignable memory banks and editable sampling capability. You also get high quality audio output and better reliability than ever before. TheDM1885X Preamp Mixer has been designed by DJs for DJs. It gives you all of the controls and features you need in a professional piece of equipment to dazzle the crowd.

Thank you for buying Numark DJ products!

FEATURES...

• User replaceable assignable ALPs™ crossfader .

• Bass, Mid,Treble,and Gain controls on every input channel.

• Left<->Right Pan control on each channel and the DJ Mic.

• Bass, Mid & Treble “KILL” switches for special effects and creative mixing.

• Neutrik™ “Combo” connector allows 1/4” or XLR plug to be used for DJ Mic.

• 8 line inputs.

• Three phono inputs switchable to line level.

• Sends on each channel for easily hooking up external effects.

• Pushbutton Cueing with PFL (pre-fader listen) on each channel.

• Headphone monitoring with PFL/Program fader.

• Master and 2 Zone outputs.

• Stereo/Mono switch on the Master and Zones.

• Balanced Outputs.

• Tape Out for direct recording.

• Powerful stereo headphone output.

• High-end performance audio signal.

• 12V BNC light connector.

Digital Sampler features:

• Advanced Digital Processor by “Analog Devices” and DRAM memory provides true 16bit CD quality audio and powerful recording, editing and playback options.

• Re-triggering for stuttering “rap”-style effects.

• Effect Level Fader.

• Large Start-Stop button.

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•Digital processor modes:

-Edit (allows Intro and/or Outro trimming of the

sample after it is recorded).

-Single (sample plays once).

-Repeat (loops sample until disengaged).

-Stutter (for "stutters" and "stabs" in single or

repeat mode).

-Speed Control (plays sample faster or slower

than originally recorded resulting in frequency shift).

-Monitor (for monitoring sample with or without

program or cue audio output).

-Write (safely record a sample).

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