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OPERATION MANUAL
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OPERATION MANUAL
Thank you for buying this JB Systems
®
product. To take full advantage of all possibilities, please read these
operating instructions very carefully.
FEATURES
This unit is radio-interference suppressed. This appliance meets the requirements of the current European
and national guidelines. Conformity has been established and the relevant statements and documents have
been deposited by the manufacturer.
The perfect MIDI controller for all-round DJ-use (parties, bedroom, bars, …)
Thanks to standard MIDI-communication this controller can be used with any MIDI DJ-software you can
imagine!
Most of the buttons are backlit: easy to use in dark venues.
Professional mixing result guaranteed, even for inexperienced DJs!
Can be used on any modern laptop or PC (Windows® XP/Vista/7 and Mac® OSX)
Easy plug & play installation: no computer skills needed!
Fully optimized for use with Virtual-DJ software (LE-version included!):
“1-click” beat matching, automatic beat loops, instant beat detection, ...
Beat synced samplers, very accurate master tempo, 3 cue points per track, , …
Video mixing: creative mixing of video clips!
Plays MP3, WAV, CDA, WMA, and many more …
Upgrade to Virtual-DJ PRO at a discounted price!
BEFORE USE
Before you start using this unit, please check if there’s no transportation damage. Should there be any, do
not use the device and consult your dealer first.
Important:
This device left our factory in perfect condition and well packaged. It is absolutely necessary
for the user to strictly follow the safety instructions and warnings in this user manual. Any damage caused
by mishandling is not subject to warranty. The dealer will not accept responsibility for any resulting defects
or problems caused by disregarding this user manual.
Keep this booklet in a safe place for future consultation. If you sell the fixture, be sure to add this user
manual.
To protect the environment, please try to recycle the packing material as much as possible.
Check the contents:
Check that the carton contains the following items:
User manual
USB Midi Controller
USB Cable
Software CD-ROM & License code
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
CAUTION
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
remove the top cover. No user-serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel only.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
use or the presence of un-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operation and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying this
appliance.
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To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
To avoid condensation to be formed inside, allow the unit to adapt to the surrounding temperatures when
bringing it into a warm room after transport. Condense sometimes prevents the unit from working at full
performance or may even cause damages.
This unit is for indoor use only.
Don’t place metal objects or spill liquid inside the unit. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be
placed on this appliance. Electric shock or malfunction may result. If a foreign object enters the unit,
immediately disconnect the mains power.
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the appliance.
Don’t cover any ventilation openings as this may result in overheating.
Prevent use in dusty environments and clean the unit regularly.
Keep the unit away from children.
Inexperienced persons should not operate this device.
Maximum save ambient temperature is 40°C. Don’t use this unit at higher ambient temperatures.
Minimum distances around the apparatus for sufficient ventilation is 5cm.
Always unplug the unit when it is not used for a longer time or before you start servicing.
In the event of serious operating problems, stop using the appliance and contact your dealer immediately.
Please use the original packing when the device is to be transported.
Due to safety reasons it is prohibited to make unauthorized modifications to the unit.
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES:
Install the unit in a well-ventilated location where it will not be exposed to high temperatures or humidity.
Placing and using the unit for long periods near heat-generating sources such as amplifiers, spotlights, etc.
will affect its performance and may even damage the unit.
When installed in a booth or flight case, please make sure to have good ventilation to improve heat
evacuation of the unit.
To avoid condensation to be formed inside, allow the unit to adapt to the surrounding temperatures when
bringing it into a warm room after transport. Condense sometimes prevents the unit from working at full
performance.
CLEANING THE APPLIANCE:
Clean by wiping with a polished cloth slightly dipped with water. Avoid getting water inside the unit. Do not
use volatile liquids such as benzene or thinner which will damage the unit.
CONNECTIONS
Simple connection to a (portable) PC:
This is the simplest way to connect the “DJ-KONTROL 1” to a computer: just connect the unit to the PC
using the supplied USB-cable.
The sound quality and configuration both depend on the internal soundcard of your computer:
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Desktop PC:
most desktop PCs are equipped with a multi-channel soundcard, you can easily
configure the master signal and headphones channel as separate outputs.
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Portable PC:
most portable PCs (laptops) are only equipped with a 2channel soundcard. This
means that you will have limited routing possibilities:
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Routing the master output in stereo:
you will have no separate headphones output for
monitoring.
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Routing the headphones in mono:
the master output will be routed to the left
output (mono) and the headphones monitoring to the right output (mono)
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Using an extra soundcard:
see next point.
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This symbol means: Safety Class III appliance
