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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.
This professional digital media controller will even satisfy the most demanding DJs! You can play and scratch
music from different sources, including CDs (audio+MP3) and MP3 from FAT32 USB-drives. With its MIDI
features DMC1000 even controls any DJ-software you can imagine! Additionally the unit is packed with tons
of features like:
Full WAV / MP3 Playback compatibility!
MPEG1 layer3 (32 + 44,1 + 48kHz)
MPEG2 layer3 (16 + 22,05 + 24kHz)
MPEG2.5 layer3 (8 + 11,025 + 12kHz)
Supports both CBR and VBR bitrate modes
USB-link: simultaneous playback from one USB-drive on 2 decks!
Q-DBase system: smart, fully featured database lookup system to find your tracks very easily, even on big
hard disks!
Free Windows Q-DBase-builder software included.
The digital effects (echo, flange, filter) can be used manually or fully beat synchronized with presets.
Manual and beat synchronized loops with real-time loop edit and divide/extend functions
PCMS
(
P
ermanent
C
ue
M
emory
S
ystem): for each track up to 4 cue points and seamless loops can be
stored/recalled at any moment
High precision scratch function and pitch bend, thanks to the touch sensitive jog wheel
Several jog wheel modes: vinyl, CDJ and A.CUE scratch!
2x 10 character alphanumeric VFD-display shows all information, including ID3-tags.
Fully customizable setup menu for MIDI and other functions.
Pitch control (+/-6%, 10%, 16%, 100%) also on MP3
Pitch lock (Master Tempo)
Reliable slot-in CD-mechanism
Instant reverse playback
Headphones output with adjustable volume.
Relay play allows consecutive playback on two decks
Fader start/stop (back cue), compatible with most professional DJ-brands.
S/PDIF digital audio RCA coaxial
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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
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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:
DMC1000 unit
Operating instructions
1 cinch (RCA) cord
1 USB cable
1 fader start cable
1 AC power cord
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
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.
The electrical installation should be carried out by qualified personal only, according to the regulations for
electrical and mechanical safety in your country.
Check that the available voltage is not higher than the one stated on the rear panel of the unit.
The socket inlet shall remain operable for disconnection from the mains.
The power cord should always be in perfect condition. Switch the unit immediately off when the power cord
is squashed or damaged. It must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Never let the power-cord come into contact with other cables!
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.
This symbol means: indoor use only
This symbol means: Read instructions
This symbol means: Safety Class II appliance
