iCFX/CFX-20 PROFESSIONAL EFX CD PLAYER
INTRODUCTION:
Congratulations on purchasing the G
EMINI
EFX CD P
. This state of the art professional CD player is backed by a
LAYER
T
year warranty, excluding lasers. Lasers are backed by a O
HREE
ranty on CD lasers. Prior to use, we suggest that you carefully read all the
instructions.
FEATURES:
- Audio CD, CD-R, & CD-RW compatible
- Slot-loading CD mechanism
- Disc identification system for memorizing cue points
- Touch-sensitive jog wheel
- 3 fly cues & 2 eight second sampler banks
- 10 sec. Anti-shockTM protection using RAM buffer memory
- Seamless loop with reloop & B-edit
- Key lock & BPM counter
- Pitch bend via jog wheel or buttons
- Variable pitch slide control with ranges of 4%, 8%, 16%, 100%
- Adjustable brake control & reverse
- +10 track selection
- Dual jog mode function
- Single/continuous play modes
- Three time display modes
- Large backlit LCD display
- Coaxial RCA digital output
- Sleep mode
SAFET Y CERTIFICATIONS:
Laser Diode Properties
Material: Ga - Al - As
Wavelength: 755 - 815 nm (25° C)
Laser Output: Continuous Wave, max. 0.5mW
CAUTIONS:
1. Do not use this CD Player at temperatures below 41°F/5°C or higher
than 95°F/35°C.
2. The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing & no
objects filled with liquids such as vases should be placed on the apparatus.
Place the unit in a clean & dry location.
3. Do not place the unit in an unstable location.
4. When disconnecting the power cord from an AC outlet, always grasp it
by the plug. Never pull the power cord.
5. To prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover or the bottom screws.
There are no user serviceable parts inside. Please refer servicing to a qual-
ified technician.
6. Do not use chemical solvents to clean the unit.
7. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
8. In the USA ~ if you experience problems with this unit call G
C
S
at: 1 (732) 738-9003 or visit
USTOMER
ERVICE
.
. Do not attempt to return this equipment to your dealer.
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LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION:
Model iCFX & CFX-20 are dual voltage units. It will operate at 115 V or
230 V. To set the proper voltage, follow these steps:
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2. Flip the switch to 115 V or 230 V.
3. Do not force or twist the switch. Excessive force may cause damage. If
the switch does not move smoothly, contact a qualified technician.
CONNECTIONS:
1. Before making any connections, please make sure the P
S
WITCH
rear panel of the CD player. Please refer to the diagram of this model on
page 3.
3. Plug one end of a set of RCA cable connectors into the RCA
O
4. Plug the other end of the RCA connectors into any available
line level input jacks on your mixer. If you are playing the iCFX
or CFX-20 through a receiver, you can plug the RCA connectors
into the CD or AUX input jacks on your receiver. If there are no CD or AUX
inputs, use any line level (except phono) inputs.
5. The D
computer, DAT, MD, H
device that accepts digital signals.
FUNCTIONS:
1. P
S
OWER
found on the rear panel, is properly set, plug the unit in & press the P
(4) to O
S
WITCH
nate. Turn O
not in use.
illuminated above the slot & the LCD (16) will show the total tracks & time
on the disc. When a CD is not in the unit, the LCD (16) will show N
3. S
TOP
eject the CD.
4. C
which a track will begin playing. Use the C
gram mixing. While the unit is in the play mode, & after memorizing the
cue point, pressing C
at the memorized cue point. Holding down C
tion to preview (allowing you to hear the music play from the cue point).
Releasing C
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cue selection.
1. Place the head of a screwdriver in the groove of the V
(1) found on the rear panel.
S
S
ELECTOR
WITCH
(4) is in the O
position. All connections are located on the
FF
2. Included with your iCFX or CFX-20 is a P
Plug one end of the power cord in to the AC I
other end in to the nearest available power output.
(5).
UTLET
(6) jack is for connecting this unit to any type of
O
IGITAL
UT
D
R
, or any other type of
ARD
ISC
ECORDER
: After making sure that the V
S
WITCH
OLTAGE
ELECTOR
. The unit will turn O
& the LCD (16) screen will illumi-
N
N
the unit by pressing the P
S
FF
OWER
WITCH
2. D
I
S
: The D
ISC
N
LOT
is where the CD is held. When a disc
is in the slot, the LED & bar will be
: Press S
(10) once to stop, twice &/or hold to
/E
/E
JECT
TOP
JECT
: The C
(9) button is used to store the exact moment at
UE
UE
(9) button to aid in pro-
UE
(9) will cause the CD player to enter pause mode
UE
(9) changes the cue func-
UE
(9) returns you to the preset cue point in pause mode. If a
UE
(9) in play mode will not begin
UE
4
5. P
: Each press of the P
/P
LAY
AUSE
to change from play mode to pause mode or vice versa.
OLTAGE
OWER
6. LCD: The L
C
IQUID
play mode, pause mode, playback display, loops, tempo, & pitch. The play-
back display shows 3 different time displays the time elapsed, the total time
C
(2).
remaining, & the track time remaining until play ends. The playback dis-
OWER
ORD
(3). Plug the
play bar flashes slowly when the track has 30 seconds left. The playback dis-
N
play bar flashes quickly when the track has 15 seconds left.
7. T
+10: The T
S
RACK
KIP
select the track to play. Push T
through the track list by increments of ten.
8. J
M
OG
ODE
J
W
OG
HEEL
deactivated movements of the J
of a playing audio track for precise beat adjustments when mixing. Press
the J
M
(21) button & then use the J
OG
ODE
or reverse while in play mode. Use the J
mode & the unit will enter into stutter mode. Move the J
clockwise to fast forward. Move the J
rewind.
S
(1),
WITCH
9. J
OWER
tions:
Use the J
(4) to O
to when
FF
synchronization in play mode during a mix.
The J
I
S
(7)
ISC
N
LOT
positioning in pause mode. This positioning on the
track may then be memorized as a point of C
that the unit will enter into stutter mode when making your adjustments
in pause mode. See the C
D
.
O
ISC
In conjunction with the J
for fast forward/rewind. See J
Both the iCFX & CFX-20 have a touch sensitive J
will simulate scratching with a record on a turntable. Use the J
W
(22) to create precise cuts, scratches, backspins, & more.
HEEL
10. S
: Pressing the S
INGLE
function. In S
stop. In pause, S
INGLE
where the music begins. This feature allows you to start play immediately
at the beginning of the music without any blank space (which exists at the
beginning of every track).
Pressing S
a second time activates the C
INGLE
(8) causes the operation
/P
LAY
AUSE
D
(LCD (16)) shows the track numbers,
RYSTAL
ISPLAY
+10 (15) rotary control lets you
S
RACK
KIP
+10 (15) to advance
S
RACK
KIP
: The J
(21) button is used to convert the
M
OG
ODE
(22) from pitch bend to fast forward/rewind. When
W
(22) will bend the pitch
OG
HEEL
W
(22) to move forward
OG
HEEL
(21) button in pause
M
OG
ODE
W
OG
HEEL
W
(22) counter clockwise to
OG
HEEL
: The J
(22) has multiple func-
W
W
OG
HEEL
OG
HEEL
W
(22) to bend the pitch for precise
OG
HEEL
W
(22) is also used for frame accurate
OG
HEEL
/R
(9). You will notice
UE
ECALL
section for more information.
UE
M
(21) button, the J
W
(22) is used
OG
ODE
OG
HEEL
M
(21) for more information.
OG
ODE
W
OG
HEEL
(24) button activates the S
INGLE
mode, the CD will play through once & then
INGLE
(24) mode also scans through a track to the point
function causing
ONTINUOUS
(22)
(22) &
OG
INGLE