Sergio iSpin Operation Manual

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Sergio iSpin Operation Manual

Thank you for purchasing the Sergio iSpin music sound effect system for your iPod® or MP3 player. The Sergio iSpin is the latest

innovation from Sergio, a long time leader in the design of professional audio systems. It is designed specifica lly to create your

own music style, and remix music anywhere in an easy and fun way.

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IMPORTANT
Read Before Proceeding

Please read through this operating instruction so you will know how to operate this product properly. After you have finished

reading the instruction, put it in a safe place for future reference.

In some countries or regions, the shape of power plug or power outlet may sometimes differ from that shown in the

explanatory drawings. However the method of connecting and operating the unit is the same.

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Table of Contents

Table of Content

1. Packag e Cont ents

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2. Featur es

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3. Quick Start

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4. Controls and Indicators

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5. iPod® / MP3 Player

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6. Using iSpin

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7. Wiring Diagrams

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8. Specification

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9. Consumer Guide to Product Safety

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10. Trouble Shooting

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11. Warra nty

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Package Contents

The iSpin package includes the following:

1. iSpin sound effect device (Model FV-1)

2. A headphone set (with microphone)

3. A power adaptor

4. Operation manual

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Features

iPod® / MP3 Player

z The iSpin can be used with three different combinations of signal sources:

 iPod® + iPod®
 MP3 player + MP3 player

 iPod® + MP3 player
z The iPod® will be charged when inserted into iSpin, provided the iSpin is on
z Two universal iPod® docking stations accept all iPod® models (Top Surface)
z Two line-in 3.5mm plugs for MP3 players (Rear)

Music Mix

z Two sets of effects programs

z Programs 1 and 2 switch selectable
z Switch headphones between mix and cue

channels

SPIN: It is a simulation of Scratch Feature on DJ turntable

Knob1 Knob2 Knob2

Program1 REVERB LP FILTER
Program2 PITCH DOWN

Spin

HP FILTER

z Switch audio output between original sound and mix sound effect
z Cross-fade music mix from source A to source B. Simultaneous occurrence of a fade-in and a fade-out

Micro Headphone Mix

z Mic can be routed directly or through sound effects

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Quick Start

1. Connect the included wall-mount power supply to the

jack marked ‘12VDC’.

2. Connect AV cord from your sound system to the iSpin

output jacks (RCA type).

Note: Connect the iSpin outputs to a suitable sound

system. This may be powered speakers, a professional

sound system, or the audio inputs of a television.

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3. Insert iPod® devices into the docking connectors or connect an MP3

player into the line-in jacks (rear).

Shuffle

Insert

Mini

Insert

Thin iPod®

Insert

Thick iPod®

Insert

Nano

Insert

Use with
iPod®
Shuffle

NOTE:
iSpin will
NOT
charge
iPod®
shuffle.

Use with
iPod®
Mini

iPod® 3Gen
10-15 GB

iPod® 3Gen
20 GB

iPod® 4Gen
20 GB

iPod® Photo
30 GB

iPod®
3Gen 30GB

iPod®
3Gen 40GB

iPod®
4Gen 40GB

iPod®
Photo 40GB

iPod®
Photo 60GB

iPod®
Nano 2GB

iPod®
Nano 4GB

4. Switch Power On.

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Controls and Indicators

1. Microphone Ja ck (3.5mm dia.)

2. Headphone Jack (3.5mm dia.)

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3. Microphone ON/OFF Selection Switch

4. Top: Headphone Volume Knob, Down: Microphone

Volu me K nob

5. Headphone Main/Cue Selection Switch

6. CROSS | FADE

7. Program 1 / Program 2 Selection Switch

8. Main Output Volume Knob

9. Microphone Mix / Cue S election Switch

10. iPod® / MP3 player Source A

11. Effects Control #1 (Reverb/Pitch Down)

12. Spin Feature Knob

13. Po wer ON/OFF Switc h

14. Effects control #2 (Low Pass/High Pass filter)

15. iPod® / MP3 player Source B

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16. Right Channel Output Jack

17. Left Channel Output Jack

18. MP3 player Source B Input

19. MP3 player Source A Input

20. Record Lineout

21. 12V Input Jack

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iPod® / MP3 Player

Charge your iPod®

Note: Please make sure you are using the correct insert for your iPod® or MP3 player and that it is properly docked into the

iSpin. Failure to do so may damage your iPod® or MP3 player.

＊[While your iPod® is docked in the system, it recharges (until fully charged). Note that iPod® Shuffles and
other non-docking iPod®s will NOT be charged.]

Listening to your iPod®

1. Plug-in the RCA Jack (○30,○31,○32)or Phone jack (○33) from

the multimedia speaker / subwoofer. If you are using

the microphone/headphone, plug it into the

headphone and microphone jacks. (○

1,○2

)

2. Turn the power ON. (○

27

)

3. 3. Insert the iPod® onto the dock. (iPod® will

automatically turn ON)

4. 4. Choose your music on iPod®.

5. Adjust output volume from main output volume knob (○

18

) or headphone output volume knob.

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Listening to a non docking iPod® or other portable audio devices

1. Plug-in the RCA Jack (○30,○31,○32)or Phone jack (○33) from the multimedia speaker / subwoofer. If you are using micro

headphone, please plug-in your Micro headphone cord to headphone and microphone inserts. (○

1,○2

)

2. Turn the power ON. (○

27

)

3. Connect your MP3 player’s audio patchcord to the

line-in jack. (AUX IN ○

33

or ○34)

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Using iSpin

MIC ON / OFF

Turn ON and OFF for your microphone. If you’re entertaining a crowd, they my not want to hear your background ‘chatter’. This

allows you to kill the microphone when it is not wanted!

Headphone Cue / Main

With the headphone switch in the ‘CUE’ position, you can listen to the song playing on the device that’s NOT being sent

(through the fader) to the main output. This allows you to cue up the other player to the next song.

Headphone main allows you to listen to iSpin’s main output.

********** AH YES, BUT THE EFFECTS! ************

The effects portion of iSpin is what really makes the device fun. The effects are dramatic, but may require some experience

before you can use them confidently in a performance. One important note: When switching between the two effects program

banks, a brief disruption of the sound occurs (perhaps 1/50

th

of a second), and although this will be barely heard with a large

sound system in a typical room, you may wish to be careful when switching program banks in any case. Also, some effect

programs actually STOP the sound, and it is important to know just which knobs do this and under what conditions.

These are effects not found on any other unit of this type, and for many users, it will be the first time such effects are

experienced. Final note on effects: HAVE FUN!

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Program 1

a. REVERB

Th e le ft k nob , in pro gra m 2, bec ome s a r eve rb c ont rol , wi th a n interesting feature: As the knob is rotated clockwise, reverb will

begin to be added to the program, but if quickly turned clockwise, the most recent sounds of the program will be ‘frozen’ into

the reverb. This is another case where if the knob is fully clockwise, the program is essentially off!

Be careful with this knob, in either program, because when it is fully clockwise, no music will get through the system.

b. LP FILTER

The right-most knob in this program set is just like the sa me knob in the other program set (HP Filter), but in this case, it filters

out the higher frequencies. Also very handy when affecting highly rhythmic program, and very popular with ‘trance’ styles.

Program 2

a. FLANGE

The center knob controls a wonderful sound effect called ‘flanging’, essentially the addition of the program that has been

delayed by a very short time, only thousandths of a second . This gives the listener the impression that the music source (or

their head) is slowly moving as the knob is turned. Very nice to add a slowly evolving, ‘dreamy’ aspect to the sound.

b. HP FILTER

The right-most knob controls this popular effect, which progressively removes the bass as the knob is rotated clockwise. This

is not a simple equalizer; it is a sharp high pass filter that can remove all but the highest frequencies. Very nice as a slow

modification to program with strong beats and a lot of cymbals.

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Spin

The simulation of scratch feature in DJ turntable.

Cross fader

The cross fader does two things at the same time: It fades between the two music sources, allowing you to blend from one

program into a new one, but also it does the exact opposite to the CUE channel. This allows you to cue up a new song on the

player that ISN’T being sent to the main output. This allows you to cue up to a precise spot so that you can start the new

program and quickly cross fade to it to align the beat of the two programs.

MIC Effects / Main

1. MIC Effects: The microphone’s output is sent through the effects channel.

2. MIC Main: The microphone’s output is sent directly to the main output, bypassing the effects processor.

Recording music to computer

1. Turn the power ON (○27).

2. Plug one end of an audio cable into phone line-out jack

(○

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) and other end to computer sound card’s line-in jack.

Of course, this requires a stereo cable.

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For Windows XP Users:

3. Turn ON your computer, and start the “Sound Recorder” recording program on your Windows XP for recording purpose. (You
may use your favorite recording software to record your created music).

Before using Windows XP sound recorder program, you have to configure as following:

a. Go to Control Panel
b. Choose Volume
c. Choose Option
d. Choose Content

e. Go to Start.
f. Choose All Programs.
g. Choose Accessories.
h. Choose Entertainment.
i. Choose Sound Recorder.

Note1: Not all computers have stereo inputs. Be sure to check for this if you want to mix directly into your computer.

Note2: If you do not satisfy with Windows XP’s sound recorder program, please download or purchase other recording

programs from Internet or stores.

For Other Operating System Users:

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Please follow the above step1 ~ step2, and use your favorite recording programs by downloading from the Internet or

purchase from stores.

Connectors

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Sergio iSpin’s connector design is an innovate

technology that can move up (B) and down (A) to fit any

generation of iPod®s.

Note: The patent for this technology is processing.

Wiring Diagrams

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For Your Speakers

Plug in one end of an audio cable (RCA) into the Main Output (R/L, ○30,○31) and the other end to a multimedia speaker set. This

could be a powered speaker system, a professional sound system, or even the audio inputs of a television, just as you would

with a video game.

Specification

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General Specification

Power Output DC 12V, 1.66A

Power Input AC 100 ~ 240 V / 50 ~ 60Hz / 0.4A

Power Consumption (charging) 1. 980mA (Two iPod®s)

2. 260mA (Two MP3 Players)

Operating Environment Temperature +5°C - +35°C (+41°F - +95°F)

External Dimension 184mm*200mm*52.3mm

Weight 800g

Recommend Speaker / Subwoofer

Satellite 40 watts (PMPO) *2 (MAX)

Impedance: 4-8 Ω.

Frequency: 165~18KHZ

Recommend Micro Headphone Spec

Microphone Uni-Directional

Frequency: 30-16KHZ

Impedance:320hms / 1KHZ

Headphone Frequency: 20-20KHZ

Impedance: 320hm / 1KHZ

A Consumer Guide to Product

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Consumer Guide to Product Safety

FCC Information

This Device complies part 15 of the FCC Rule. Operation Is subject to the condition that this

device does not cause harmful interference.

This equipment compiles with the limits for a Class B digital device as specif ied in Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits provide

reasonable protection against radio and TV interference in a residential area.

CE Information

This Device complies part 15 of the CE Rule. Operation Is subject to the condition that this

device does not cause harmful interference.

UL Information

The Device has met all of Underwriters Laboratories safety requirements.

1. Water and Moisture: The unit should not be used near water. For example: near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,

laundry tub, swimming pool or in a wet basement.

2. Ventilation: The unit should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For

example, it should not be situated on a bed sofa, rug or similar surface that may block ventilation openings.

3. Heat: The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other appliances

that produce heat.

4. Power Sources: The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions

or as marked on the appliance.

5. Object and liquid Entry: Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into any openings or

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vents located on the product.

6. Lightning and Power Surge Protection: Unplug the unit from the wall outlet during the lightning storm or when it is left

unattended and unused for long periods of time. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line

surges.

7. Overloading: Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk

of fire or electric shock.

8. Damage Requiring Service: The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:

A: The power supply cord or plug has been damaged.

B: Objects have fallen into or liquid has been spilled into the enclosure.

C: The unit has been exposed to rain.

D: The unit has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.

E: The unit exhibits a marked change in performance or does not operate normally.

Trouble Shooting

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Symptom Possible Problem Solution

iPod® is not installed properly. Remove your iPod® from the dock and check for obstruction on the

co nne cto rs i n the doc k an d on you r iP od® . Th en re sea t it in th e do ck.

Your iPod® software is too old. Upgrade software on your iPod®. For details visit

http://www.apple.com/iPod®/download.

iPod® is locked up. Please make sure your iPod® is working properly before docking into

the unit. Please refer to your iPod® manual for details.

iPod® does not

respond to the

unit

Using 1

st

or 2nd generation

iPod®, iPod® Shuffle or other

devices.

iSpin cannot control those iPod®s.

iPod® is not installed properly. Remove your iPod® from the dock and check for obstruction on the

co nne cto rs i n the doc k an d on you r iP od® . Th en re sea t it in th e do ck.

iPod® is locked up /frozen.

iPod® doesn’t

charge

iPod® battery has problem.

Pl eas e m ake su re y our iP od ® is working properly before docking into

the unit. Please refer to your iPod® manual for details.

Volume level is set too high. Decrease the volume.

If the iPod® oringial sound source (MP3) is poor quality, distortion

and noise are easily noticed with high-power speakers. Try a

different audio source such as a music CD.

Sound is distorted

Sound source is distorted.

If you are using an external sound source like older generation of

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iPod® or iPod® Shuffle, try reducing the output volume on the

device itself. Also try turning bass boost OFF.

Micro Headphone

does not fit into

the jack

Using a micro headphone other

than computer-use headphone.

Please use a computer PC micro headphone with 3.5mm input jack.

Using speakers without amplifier. Please use multimedia speakers with amplifier.

iPod® is not installed properly. Remove your iPod® from the dock and check for obstruction on the

co nne cto rs i n the doc k an d on you r iP od® . Th en re sea t it in th e do ck.

You have turned the knob1 too

much to the end.

Try to turn the knob1 on the iSpin to the initial position to avoid erase

of sound.

Cannot hear

sound from

speakers

The RCA output jacks are not

plug in correctly.

Please plug in the RCA cord from your speakers to the RCA jacks

correctly.

Cannot hear

sound from micro

headphone

The 3.5mm patch cord is not

correctly plug into the

microphone 3.5mm jacks.

AC power adaptor is not plug

onto wall-mount power supply

correctly.

Correctly plug the power adaptor onto the wall-mount power supply.

Power I ndica tion

Light does not ON

Using the wrong power supply Please use the power adaptor that has included in the Sergio

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adaptor. package. If you have lost the power adaptor, please purchase the DC

12V, 1.66A power adaptor.

Recording does

not work

Line in and out cord connect in

the wrong way.

Please refer to “Recording music to computer” section for proper

line-in and line-out.

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Limited 90-Day Warranty Information

Sergio Products warrants this product to be free from defect in workmanship and materials, under normal use and conditions, for a per iod of 90

days from the date of original purchase.

If this product fails to function in a satisfactory manner, it is best to first return it to the store where it was originally purchased.

If this fails to resolve the manner and service still be required by reason of any defect or malfunction during the warranty period.

Sergio will repair or, at its discretion, replace this product without charge (except for a $10.00 charge for handling, packing, return UPS/postage,

and insurance). This decision is subject to verification of the defect or mal function upon delivery of this product to the Factory Service Center

listed below. The product must include proof of purchase, incl uding date of purchase. The fee for service without proof of purchase is $30.00.

If service is still required:

1. Enclose a photocopy of your sales receipt, credit card statement, or other proof of the date of purchase, if within the warranty period.

2. Enclose a check or money order payable to the order of Sergio Inc, for the sum of $10.00 ($30.00 without proof of purchase).

3. Send the unit prepaid and insured, to the Factory Service Center listed below:

Sergio Inc

1012 West Beverly Blvd. #345

Montebello, CA 90640

Disclaimer of Warranty

NOTE: This warranty is valid only if the product is used for the purpose for which it was designed. It does not cover (i) products which have been

damaged by negligence or willful actions, misuse or accident, or which have been modified or repaired by unauthorized persons; (i i) cracked or

broken cabinets, or units damaged by excessive heat; (iii) damage to digital media players, CD’s or tape cassettes (if applicable); (iv) the cost

of shipping this product to the Factory Service Center and i ts return to the owner.

This Warranty is valid only in United States of America and Canada. It does not extend to owners of the product other than to the original

purchaser. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state, province to province.

Your acknowledgement and agreement to full y and completely abide by the above mentioned disclaimer of warranty is contractually binding to

you upon your transfer of currency (money order, cashier’s check, or credit card) for purchase of your Sergio product.

Question? Visit www.sergiospin.com

For any other questions: 1-888-251-7728

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