Gemini MM-1000 - Manual (Page 4)

MM-1000
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of Gemini MM-1000 19” 3 channel
stereo mixer. This-state-of-the-art mixer features the latest technological
advances and is backed by a 1 year warranty, excluding the cross fader.
The cross fader is backed by a separate 90 day warranty.
Prior to use we suggest that you carefully read all the instructions.
FEATURES
- 19” 3 Stereo channel mixer
- 6 line, 2 convertible phono/line, RCA inputs
- Master & record RCA outputs
- Microphone Input
- 5 band graphic equalizer.
- Cue button switches for easy channel cue
- Rotary cue volume, CUE/PGM
- Dual VU display with mode switch
- Master fader with Mono/Stereo selector
PRECAUTIONS
1. All instructions should be read before using this equipment.
2. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not open the unit.
Please refer all servicing needs to a Gemini-qualified service
technician.
3. Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight or a heat source
such as a radiator or stove.
4. This unit should be cleaned only with a damp cloth. Avoid sol-
vents or other cleaning detergents.
5. When moving this equipment it should be placed in its origi-
nal carton and packaging. This will reduce the risk of damage
during transit.
6. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
7. DO NOT USE SPRAY CLEANERS OR LUBRICANTS ON
CONTROLS, SURFACES OR SWITCHES.
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IF YOU EXPERIENCE PROBLEMS WITH THIS UNIT CALL
G EMINI C USTOMER S ERVICE AT : 1 (732) 346-0061. D O NOT ATTEMPT TO
RETURN THIS EQUIPMENT TO YOUR DEALER .
CONNECTIONS
Ensure that the POWER SWITCH
is in the OFF position prior to making any connections.
POWER CORD
This unit comes with a POWER CORD. Plug in to the rear panel
POWER CORD socket before plugging it in to a proper power source.
The MM-1000 has 2 stereo outputs located on the rear panel:
The MASTER RCA OUTPUT
connects the mixer to your main amplifier using standard audio cables
with RCA-type connectors.
The RECORD RCA OUTPUT
The RECORD output jacks can be used to connect the mixer to the
record input of your recording unit, thus enabling you to record your
mix with RCA cables.
GROUNDING SCREW
When using (a) turntable(s), you will need to ground the RCA cable(s)
by screwing in the grounding fork(s) to the GROUNDING SCREW
located on the rear panel of the MM-1000 mixer.
Attach a PHONO (Turntable) ground line to the silver GROUND
THUMB SCREW that is situated at the bottom middle of the rear
panel.
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CONVERTIBLE PHONO/LINE INPUTS
The MM-1000 has 2 CONVERTIBLE PHONO/LINE (PH/LN) RCA
INPUTS These small switches which are located to the right of the
RCA inputs for channels 2 and 3 allow you to choose between a
PHONO (Turntable) input or a LINE level (Mp3, CD, Tape player
etc..).and require the proper switching.
When switched to the PH position you may use any Turntable with
a magnetic cartridge, remember to connect your ground wire (see
GROUNDING SCREW) or there may be a system hum
And when the switch is in the LN position you may connect any
line level device as described before (Mp3, CD, Tape etc).
NOTE: CONNECTING A LINE LEVEL DEVICE TO A PH INPUT MAY
CAUSE THAT MIXER CHANNEL TO OVERLOAD AND OR DISTORT.
Now you may plug the RCA’s from your playable medium into each
input to be connected to thier respective CHANNELS (CH).
Then when all of your connections have been made turn on the
mixer by pressing the POWER SWITCH.
MIC (MICROPHONE) INPUT
The MIC or Microphone input is located at the top left hand corner
of the front of the MM-1000 and will accept any standard balanced
and unbalanced 1/4” connector. You can control the gain and even
set the low’s and the high’s for the mic (See CONTROLS ) below.
HEADPHONE OUTPUT
The HEADPHONE OUTPUT located at the bottom right hand cor-
ner of the MM-1000 will accept any headphone with a standard
1/4” connector and or adaptor and will allow you to CUE your
music program before you play it, you can adjust the volume and
PGM mix of the HEADPHONE (see CONTROLS) below.
MICROPHONE CONTROL
Under the microphone input jack are the microphone controls,
which consist of:
MICROPHONE VOLUME
Which allows you to adjust the volume of the microphone signal.
MICROPHONE EQ
Which allows you to control the low frequency and the high fre-
quency of the microphone signal.
CHANNEL INPUT SELECTOR
The CHANNEL INPUT SELECTOR switches allow you to choose
which input will be controlled by that channels corresponding
volume FADER.
For example on CHANNEL (1) the INPUT SELECTOR allows you
to choose between LINE 1 in or LINE 2 in, and on CHANNEL (2)
The INPUT SELECTOR allows you to choose between PHONO
1/LINE 3 and LINE 4 , and also on CHANNEL (3) the INPUT
SELECTOR SWITCH will let you choose between PHONO 2/LINE
5 and LINE 6. (see CONVERTIBLE LINE INPUT) for PHONO 1/
LINE 3 and PHONO 2/ LINE 5 switching.
CHANNEL VOLUME FADER
After you have chosen which input you will use with the INPUT
SELECTOR the corresponding CHANNEL FADER will allow you to
adjust the volume for that particular CHANNEL.
CROSS FADER
The CROSS FADER allows you to mix evenly from one source to
another. On the MM-1000 The CROSS FADER controls the mix
between CHANNEL 2 and CHANNEL 3. The CROSS FADER on
the MM-1000 is removable and if the need arises can be
replaced.The RG-45 (RAILGLIDE ™ ) DUAL-RAIL CROSS
FADER, which has internal dual stainless steel rails that allow the
slider to ride smoothly and accurately from end to end can be pur-
chased from your local GEMINI dealer.
SEE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTION ON THE NEXT PAGE.
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