INTRODUCTION:
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FEATURES:
CONNECTIONS:
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Congratulations on your purchase of
Gemini MM-1800/2400
19” 4 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.
MM-1800/2400
- 5U, 19" rack mounted mixer
- 4 stereo channels
- 7 lines, 3 Mic, 2 phono/line convertible RCA inputs
- Master, record, booth, & zone RCA outputs
- 1/4" balanced master output
- 2 x 1/4" Mic inputs
- Dual 10 band graphic EQ with on/off switch & LED indicator
- Rotary zone, booth, & cue volume controls
- Assignable cross fader
- Push button cue section per channel with LED indicator
- CUE/PGM fader control allowing cue mix
- XLR-1/4" combo Mic input
- 2 band rotary Mic EQ & volume controls
- Talk over feature
- BNC lamp port
MM-2400
- 6 digital samples with volume, & speed rotary controls
- Master/Mic assignable echo effect switch with repeat & delay controls
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
Before plugging the power cord in, make sure that the
VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
switch is set to the correct voltage.
POWER CORD
Located on the rear panel is the
115 V/230 V PLUG
. Before
plugging the power cord in, make sure the
POWER SWITCH
located on the face panel is turned
OFF
.
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.
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3
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ZONE OUTPUT
The
ZONE
output jacks allow the connection of an additional
amplifier with
RCA
cables.
BALANCED MASTER
Alternatively, the
BALANCED MASTER
output jacks also connects
the mixer to the main amplifier using standard cables with 1/4"
TRS
connectors. We recommend using balanced cables if the dis-
tance to your amp is 10 feet or more.
BOOTH OUTPUT
The
BOOTH
output jacks allow the connection of an additional
amplifier with RCA cables.
GROUND LIFT SWITCH
The
GROUND LIFT SWITCH
is used to reduce background noise &
hum when using multiple outlets to power audio equipment. The
switch should be in the position that provides the least amount of
noise or hum. If noise remains at the same level in both positions,
the
GROUND LIFT SWITCH
should be kept in the
GND position
NOTE: MAKE SURE THE MIXER AND/OR AMPLIFIER IS OFF BEFORE SWITCHING THE GROUND LIFT
SWITCH TO PREVENT A TRANSIENT POP THAT MAY DAMAGE YOUR SYSTEM.
PHONO/LINE INPUTS:
Located on the rear panel are
2 PHONO (PH) /LINE (LN)
convertible
RCA
inputs, &
5 LINE RCA INPUTS
. The convertible
RCA
inputs for
CH 2 & CH 3 allow PH and LN level equipment to be connected to
the mixer.
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 mixer.
Attach a
PHONO
(Turntable) ground line to the silver
GROUND
THUMB SCREW
that is situated at the bottom middle of the rear
panel.
CONVERTER SWITCHES
To adjust the
CONVERTER(s)
, just flip the switch
UP
to operate
PH 1
or
PH 2
. Flip the switch
DOWN
to operate through
LN 2
or
LN
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. The
PH INPUTS
only accept turntables with a magnetic cartridge.
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 in the back panel of the mixers. This is located in
between the
CONVERTER SWITCHES
. The stereo
LN INPUTS
only
accept line level inputs such as a
CD, DAT, MP3,
etc.
MIC (MICROPHONE) INPUT
: CONNECTING A LINE LEVEL D
The
MIC 1
input (located on the face panel) is a combination XLR &
1/4” connector. The
MIC 2 & MIC 3
inputs (in the rear panel) accept
only 1/4" connectors. The mic inputs accept balanced & unbalanced
connections..
HEADPHONE OUTPUT
The
HEADPHONE OUTPUT
located at the front bottom right hand
corner of the
MM-1800/2400
will accept any headphone with a
standard 1/4” connector and or adapter 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
).
Then when all of your connections have been made turn on the
mixer by pressing the POWER SWITCH.
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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 ra-
diator or stove.
4. This unit should be cleaned only with a damp cloth. Avoid solvents or
other cleaning detergents.
5. When moving this equipment it should be placed in its original 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 CON-
TROLS, SURFACES OR SWITCHES.
MM-1800/2400
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.
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