Cdm-3600, Introduction, Player functions – Gemini CDM-3600 User Manual

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Laser Diode Properties

Material: Ga - Al - As

Wavelength: 755 - 815 nm (25° C)

Laser Output: Continuous Wave, max. 0.5 mW

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,

and no objects filled with liquids such as vases should be

placed on the apparatus.

3. Place the unit in a clean and dry location.

4. Do not place the unit in an unstable location.

5. When disconnecting the power cord from the AC outlet,

always grasp it by the plug. Never pull the power cord.

6. To prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover or the bottom

screws.

7. There are NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Please

refer to a qualified technician.

8. Do not use chemical solvents to clean the unit.

9. Keep the laser pickup clean by keeping the tray closed.

10. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

INTRODUCTION:

IN THE USA ~ IF YOU EXPERIENCE PROBLEMS WITH THIS UNIT CALL GEMINI

CUSTOMER SERVICE AT: 1 (732) 346-0061. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RETURN THIS EQUIPMENT

TO YOUR DEALER.

CDM-3600

FEATURES:

SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS:

PRECAUTIONS:

CONNECTIONS:

VOLTAGE SELECTION SWITCH Before plugging the CDM-3600 into

any wall outlet, make sure that the VOLTAGE SELECTION SWITCH is set

to the proper voltage.

To change this selection unscrew the hard plastic protective top with a

Phillips head screw driver. Then use a flat head screw driver to move

the switch to the proper selection (115V or 230V) .

Do not force or twist the switch. Excessive force may cause damage, if

the switch does not move smoothly, contact a qualified technician.

FUSE: The FUSE if blown should only be replaced with the same

250V 1AL FUSE.

POWER: After you have properly set the VOLTAGE LINE SELECTOR

SWITCH: you may plug in the power cord of the CDM-3600.

CONVERTIBLE PHONO/LINE INPUTS

The CDM-3600 has 2 CONVERTIBLE PHONO/LINE RCA INPUTS

When switched to the PHONO position (see below) 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 LINE position you may connect any line

level device as described before (Mp3, CD, Tape etc).

Now you may plug the RCA’s from your playable medium into each

input to be connected to thier respective CHANNELS.

NOTE: CONNECTING A LINE LEVEL DEVICE TO A PH INPUT MAY CAUSE THAT MIXER

CHANNEL TO OVERLOAD AND OR DISTORT.

CONVERTIBLE LINE SWITCHES: These small switches allow you

to choose between a PHONO (Turntable) input or a LINE level (Mp3,

CD, Tape player etc..).and require the proper switching.

MASTER /RECORD RCA OUTPUT (UNBALANCED):

The MASTER RCA output connects the mixer to your main amplifier

using standard audio cables with RCA-type connectors.

The RECORD RCA OUTPUT 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.

MASTER XLR OUTPUT (BALANCED): Allows you to connect bal-

nced XLR cables to MASTER OUTPUT of the CDM-3600 both the

RCA and XLR outputs can be used at the same time but are both

controlled via the same MASTER OUTPUT.

HEADPHONE OUTPUTS: The HEADPHONE OUTPUTS located at

rear center and front center of the CDM-3600 will accept any head-

phone 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.

MIC (MICROPHONE) INPUTS: The main MIC or Microphone inputs

are located at the back right hand corner and front panel of the CDM-

3600 and will accept any balanced and unbalanced XLR as well a

standard 1/4” connector. You can control the gain for the mic (See

CONTROLS ) below.

Congatulations on purchasing the Gemini CDM-3600 DUAL CD MIXING

CONSOLE. This state of the art Professional mixing console is backed

by a (1) year warranty. Prior to use we suggest that you read all the

instructions.

PLAYER SECTION

1. Audio CD, & CD-R compatible

2. Anti-shock using RAM buffer memory

3. 2 Selectable Jog modes Pitch Bend/Search

4. Instant-start & cue with preview

5. Fader-Start capability

6. Single auto-cue/continuous play modes

7. One seamless loop per side with reloop

8. Pitch bend via jog wheel or buttons
9. Three mode time selection

MIXER SECTION:

1. 3-band EQ w/ Gain Control

2. 1/4” headphone output

3. XLR and 1/4” mic input
4. Auxiliary Inputs for Phono or Line devices

PLAYER FUNCTIONS:

POWER: Once you have connected all your cables and made sure

that the VOLTAGE SELECTION SWITCH is set correctly, you can turn

the CDM-3600 on by pressing the POWER button, pressing the

CDM-3600’s POWER button a second time will turn off the unit.

DISC TRAY: The DISC TRAY is where the CD is held during loading,

unloading and playback, and holds both 12 cm and 8cm CD’s.

(DO NOT FORCE THE CD TRAY TO CLOSE EXCESSIVE FORCE WILL

DAMAGE THE CD MECHANISM, USE THE OPEN AND CLOSE BUT-

TONS)

EJECT BUTTON: Pressing the EJECT BUTTON will open or close the

DISC TRAY, unless the CDM-3600 is in play mode, then you must first

stop the side you wich to eject.