American Audio CDMP3 Player CK800 User Manual

							
Featuring:
CK 800Mp3
User Guide 
and Reference Manual
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Los Angeles Ca. 90058
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 CONTENTS
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FOR BEST CD-R DISC PLAYBACK RESULTS IN THIS CD PLAYER PLEASE FOLLOW THESE 
GUIDELINES:
1. High quality CD-R Audio discs (should conform to the standards of the Orange Book 2).
2. Use a high quality bit rate when recording discs. (At least 160kbps)
3. Record discs in the slowest speed possible. (i.e. 2x or 4x speed)
Important InformatIon......................................................................\
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Safety regulatIonS........................................................................\
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electrIcal precautIonS........................................................................\
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Safety InStructIonS........................................................................\
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Voltage  Selector............................................................................................................................5
unpackIng.........................................................................................................................................6
cuStomer  Support..........................................................................................................................6
featureS...........................................................................................................................................7
Set-up InStallatIon.........................................................................................................................8
functIonS and controlS
  cd        p layer  ...................................................................................................................................9
  mIXer ........................................................................\
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  front  &  rear panel........................................................................\
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  lcd   dISplay.............................................................................................................................16
BaSIc operatIonS
 loadIng  ejectIng  dISc......................................................................................................17
  track  SelectIon..................................................................................................................17
 StartIng  playBack..............................................................................................................18\
  p auSIng  playBack...............................................................................................................18
  frame  Search.................................................................................................................\
......18
  SettIng  a  cue  poInt............................................................................................................19
  creatIng  a  SeamleSS  loop.............................................................................................20
  changIng tIme  dISplay......................................................................................................21
pItch adjuStmentS
 pItch  SlIder...............................................................................................................\
............22
 pItch  BendIng.......................................................................................................................23
relay  (flIp-flop™)..........................................................................................................................25
typIcal  mIXer  Set -up........................................................................\
..............................................26   
croSSfader  replacement ........................................................................\
...................................28
Warranty...................................................................................................................................29
Spec If Icat Ion S.............................................................................................................................30 
						

							
 NOTE:
This unit may cause interference to radio and  
television reception.
NOTE:
This CD player uses a semiconductor laser.  It 
is  recommended  for  use  in  a  room  at  the  fol-
lowing temperature: 41˚F - 95˚F / 5˚C - 35˚CCAUTION:
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS  OTHER 
THAN  THOSE  SPECIFIED  HEREIN  MAY  RESULT 
IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE
THE  COMPACT  DISC  PLAYER  SHOULD  NOT  BE 
ADJUSTED  OR  REPAIRED  BY  ANYONE  EXCEPT 
PROPERLY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
TO  PREVENT  ELECTRIC  SHOCK  DO  NOT  USE  THIS (POLARIZED)  PLUG  WITH  AN  EXTENSION  CORD, 
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES 
CAN  BE  CAREFULLY  INSERTED  TO  PREVENT  BLADE 
EXPOSURE
 WARNING:
 TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, 
 DO NOT EXPOSE THIS CD PLAYER TO 
 WATER OR MOISTURE 
CAUTION:
1. Handle the power supply cord carefully. Do not   
 damage or deform; it may cause electric shock   
 or malfunction when used. Hold plug attach- 
 ment when removing from wall outlet.  Do not   
 pull on the cord.
2.   To avoid electric shock, do not open the top   
 cover when the unit is plugged in. If problems   
 occur with the unit, call your local American   
 Audio® dealer.
3. Do not place metal objects or spill liquid inside   
 the CD player. Electric shock or malfunction   
 may occur.
IMPORTANT SAFETY ITEMS FOR 
U.S.A. & CANADA MODEL ONLY
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC 
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER RACK.  
THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS 
INSIDE  REFER SERVICE TO YOUR 
AUTHORIZED American Audio DEALER.
The  lightning  flash  with  an  arrow  triangular 
symbol  is  intended  to  alert  the  user  to  the 
presence of non insulated “dangerous volt-
age”  within  the  products  enclosure,  and 
may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute 
a risk of electric shock.
The  exclamation  point  triangular  symbol  is 
intended  to  alert  the  user  to  the  presence 
of  important  operating  and  maintenance 
(servicing)  instructions  in  the  user  manual 
accompanying the CD player.
CAUTION
Do not open -
Risk of electric shock
Please  carefully  read  and  understand  the 
instructions  in  this  manual  thoroughly  before 
attempting  to  operate  this  unit.  These  instruc-
tions  contain  important  safety  information 
regarding the use and maintenance of this unit. 
Take special care to follow all warning symbols 
and  labels  both  on  the  unit  and  printed  in  this 
manual. Also,  Please keep this manual with the 
unit, for future reference.
CAUTION:  TO  PREVENT  ELECTRIC  SHOCK 
DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH 
AN  EXTENSION  CORD,  RECEPTACLE,  OR 
OTHER  TYPE  OF  ELECTRICAL  OUTLET 
UNLESS  THE  WIDE  BLADES  CAN  BE 
CAREFULLY  INSERTED  INTO  A  MATCHING 
WIDE SLOT.
ATTENTION: POUR  PREVENIR  LES  CHOCS 
ELECTRIQUES  NE  PAS  UTILISER  CETTE 
FICHE  POLARISEE  AVEC  UN  PROLON-
GATEUR,  UNE  PRISE  DE  COURANT  OU 
UNE  AUTRE  SORTIE  DE  COURANT,  SAUF 
SI  LES  LAMES  PEUVENT  ETRE  INSEREES  A 
FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A 
DECOUVERT.
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 ImPORTANT  INFORmATION 
						

							
ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS
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 ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle isintended to alert the user to the presence of importantoperating and maintenance (servicing) instructions inthe literature accompanying the appliance.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within anequilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to thepresence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within theproducts enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitudeto constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and operatinginstructions should be read before the product isoperated.RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS — The safety and operatinginstructions should be retained for future reference.HEED WARNINGS — All warnings on the product andin the operating instructions should be adhered to.FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS — All operating and useinstructions should be followed.CLEANING — The product should be cleaned only witha polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never clean withfurniture wax, benzine, insecticides or other volatileliquids since they may corrode the cabinet.ATTACHmENTS — Do not use attachments notrecommended by the product manufacturer as theymay cause hazards.WATER AND mOISTURE — Do not use this productnear water — for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement;or near a swimming pool; and the like.ACCESSORIES — Do not place this product on anunstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. Theproduct may fall, causing serious injury to a child oradult, and serious damage to the product. Use onlywith a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or tablerecommended by the manufacturer, or sold withthe product. Any mounting of the product shouldfollow the manufacturer’s instructions, and shoulduse a mounting accessory recommended by themanufacturer.CART — A product and cart combination should bemoved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, anduneven surfaces may cause the product and cartcombination to overturn.
VENTILATION — Slots and openings in the cabinet areprovided for ventilation and to ensure reliableoperation of the product and to protect it fromoverheating, and these openings must not beblocked or covered. The openings should never beblocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug,or other similar surface. This product should not beplaced in a built-in installation such as a bookcase orrack unless proper ventilation is provided or themanufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.POWER SOURCES — This product should be operatedonly from the type of power source indicated on themarking label. If you are not sure of the type ofpower supply to your home, consult your productdealer or local power company.LOCATION – The appliance should be installed in astable location.NONUSE PERIODS – The power cord of the applianceshould be unplugged from the outlet when left un-used for a long period of time.
GROUNDING OR POLARIzATION•If this product is equipped with a polarized alternatingcurrent line plug (a plug having one blade wider thanthe other), it will fit into the outlet only one way. Thisis a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plugfully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plugshould still fail to fit, contact your electrician toreplace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat thesafety purpose of the polarized plug.•If this product is equipped with a three-wiregrounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding)pin, it will only fit into a grounding type power outlet.This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert theplug into the outlet, contact your electrician toreplace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat thesafety purpose of the grounding type plug.POWER-CORD PROTECTION - Power-supply cordsshould be routed so that they are not likely to bewalked on or pinched by items placed upon oragainst them, paying particular attention to cords atplugs, convenience receptacles, and the point wherethey exit from the product.OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING — If an outsideantenna or cable system is connected to the product,be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded soas to provide some protection against voltage surgesand built-up static charges. Article 810 of the NationalElectrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides informationwith regard to proper grounding of the mast andsupporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wireto an antenna discharge unit, size of groundingconductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,c o n n e c t i o n t o g r o u n d i n g e l e c t r o d e s , a n drequirements for the grounding electrode. See FigureA.LIGHTNING — For added protection for this productduring a lightning storm, or when it is left unattendedand unused for long periods of time, unplug it fromthe wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cablesystem. This will prevent damage to the productdue to lightning and power-line surges.POWER LINES — An outside antenna system shouldnot be located in the vicinity of overhead power linesor other electric light or power circuits, or where itcan fall into such power lines or circuits. Wheninstalling an outside antenna system, extreme careshould be taken to keep from touching such powerlines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.OVERLOADING — Do not overload wall outlets,extension cords, or integral convenience receptaclesas this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY - Never push objects ofany kind into this product through openings as theymay touch dangerous voltage points or short-outparts that could result in a fire or electric shock.Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.SERVICING — Do not attempt to service this productyourself as opening or removing covers may exposeyou to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer allservicing to qualified service personnel.DAmAGE REQUIRING SERVICE  - Unplug this productfrom the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualifiedservice personnel under the following conditions:• When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.•If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen intothe product.•If the product has been exposed to rain or water.•If the product does not operate normally by followingthe operating instructions. Adjust only those controlsthat are covered by the operating instructions as animproper adjustment of other controls may result indamage and will often require extensive work by aqualified technician to restore the product to itsnormal operation.•If the product has been dropped or damaged in anyway.• When the product exhibits a distinct change inperformance — this indicates a need for service.REPLACEmENT PARTS -- When replacement partsare required, be sure the service technician has usedreplacement parts specified by the manufacturer orhave the same characteristics as the original part.Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electricshock, or other hazards.SAFETY CHECK - Upon completion of any service orrepairs to this product, ask the service technician toperform safety checks to determine that the productis in proper operating condition.WALL OR CEILING mOUNTING — The product shouldnot be mounted to a wall or ceiling.HEAT — The product should be situated away from heatsources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, orother products (including amplifiers) that produceheat.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ANTENNALEAD INWIRE
GROUNDCLAMP
ANTENNADISCHARGE UNIT(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDINGELECTRODE SYSTEM(NEC ART 250, PART H)
ELECTRICSERVICEEQUIPMENT
Fig. A
NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
C A U T I O N : T O R E D U C E T H E R I S K O F E L E C T R I C SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). T H E R E A R E N O U S E R S E R V I C E A B L E P A R T S INSIDE  REFER SERVICE TO YOUR AUTHORIZED AMERICAN AUDIO® SERVICE TECHNICIAN. 
						

							
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I. Read Instructions - All the safety and oper-   
 ating instructions should be read before 
 you   operate the system. The safety and     
 operating instructions should be saved 
 for future reference.
2.   Heed Warnings - All warnings on the system 
 and in the operating instructions should be   
    adhered to.
3.  Water and Moisture - The player should not
   be used near water - for example, near a
   bath tub, kitchen sink, laundry   tub, in a wet
    basement or near a swimming pool, etc.
4.   Ventilation - The system should be situated   
 so that its location or position does not     
 interfere with its proper ventilation. For exam 
 ple, the system should not be situated on a
 bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may
 block the ventilation openings; or, placed in
   a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or
  cabinet that may impede the flow of air
 through the ventilation openings. 
5.   Heat - The system should be situated away
 from heat sources such as radiators, heat
 registers, stoves, or other appliances (includ-
 ing amplifiers) that produce heat.
6.   Power Sources - The system should be con-
   nected to a power supply only of the type
  described in the operating instructions or as
   marked on the system.
7.  Servicing - The user should not attempt to
 service the system beyond that described
 in the operating instructions. All other ser-
  vicing should be referred to qualified service
 personnel. The system should be serviced
 by qualified service personnel when:
     A. The power-supply cord or the plug has     
   been damaged.
     B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been     
   spilled into the system.
      C.  The system has been exposed to rain   
    or water.
      D.  The system does not appear to operate  
    normally or exhibits a marked change   
   in performance.
 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Line Voltage Selection 
• The desired voltage may be set with the   
 VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch on the rear   
 panel (using a flat head screw driver).
• Do not force the VOLTAGE SELECTOR   
 switch as this may cause damage
• If the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch does   
 not move smoothly, please contact a quali- 
 fied service technician.
VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch
The  serial  and  model  number  for  this  unit  is 
located on the rear panel. Please write down the 
numbers here and retain for future reference. 
Model No._____________________________
Serial No._____________________________
purchase  notes:
Date of Purchase_______________________
Dealer Name__________________________
Dealer Address_________________________
__________________________________________
________________________________________
Dealer Phone__________________________ 
						

							
Introduction: 
Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the American Audio® CK 800Mp3 System. This system 
is a representation of American Audio’s continuing commitment to produce the best and highest qual-
ity audio products possible at an affordable price. Please read and understand this manual completely 
before attempting to operate your new system. This booklet contains important information concern-
ing the proper and safe operation of your new system.
Customer Support: 
American  Audio®  provides  a  toll  free  customer  support  line,  to  provide  set  up  help  and  answer  any 
question should you encounter problems during your initial set up or operation. You may also visit us 
on the web at www.AmericanAudio.us for any comments or suggestions. Service Hours are Monday 
through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.
 Voice:    (800) 322-6337
 Fax:    (323) 582-2941
 E-mail:   [email protected]
To purchase parts online visit http://parts.americandj.com
Caution! There  are  no  user  serviceable  parts  inside  this  audio  system.  Do  not  attempt  any  repairs 
yourself, without being instructed to do so by an authorized American Audio service technician. Doing 
so will void your manufactures warranty. In the unlikely event your audio system may require service, 
please contact American Audio® customer support.
Do not discard the packing carton in the trash. Please recycle when ever possible.
  INTRODUCTION
  U NPACKING
Every  CK  800Mp3  System  has  been  thoroughly  tested  and  has  been  shipped  in  perfect  operating 
condition.  Carefully  check  the  shipping  carton  for  damage  that  may  have  occurred  during  shipping. 
If  the  carton  appears  to  be  damaged,  carefully  inspect  your  system  for  any  damage  and  be  sure  all 
equipment necessary to operate the system has arrived intact. In the event damage has been found or 
parts are missing, please contact our toll free customer support number for further instructions. Please 
do not return the system to your dealer without first contacting customer support.
Please  be  sure  to  make  any  connections  before  plugging  the  system  in  to  an  electrical  outlet.  All 
fader and volume controls should be set to zero or minimum position, before the system is switched 
on.  If  the  system  has  been  exposed  to  drastic  temperature  fluctuation  (e.g.  after  transportation),  do 
not switch on the system immediately. The arising condensation of water might damage your device. 
Leave the device switched off until it has reached room temperature.
Operating Determinations:
•  When installing this system, please make sure that the device is not exposed or will not be     
 exposed to extreme heat, moisture or dust!
• Do not operate the system in extremely hot (more than 30°/86°F) or extremely cold (less than    
 5°C/40°F) surroundings. 
• Keep the unit out of direct sunlight and away from heaters.
• Operate the system only after becoming familiar with its' functions. Do \
not permit operation by    
 persons not qualified for operating the unit. Most damages are the result of unprofessional opera-  
 tion.
  SET -UP  P RECAUTIONS
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mAIN FEATURES
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• Plays Mp3, CD, and CD-R Discs          • Auto cue          
• Sleep Mode (c)              • Selectable Single or Continuous Play
• 1/75th second frame search          • Real time cue (“Cue on the Fly”)
• Pitch display             • Digital RCA coaxial output     
• Large bright LCD display can be viewed from wide angles.  • Fader “Q” Start Control (a)    
• Digital Anti-Shock             • Jog Wheel Pitch Bend +/-100%   
• RELAY (Flip-Flop Playback) (b)         • Aux Input
• Cue Mixing              • High output to headphones
• Seamless Loop (uninterrupted loop playback)     • 2 Line Level Inputs
• 3 Band EQ per channel            • Independent Gains Per Channel
• Front Access Combo Mic Jack         • Record Out
• Extremely clean signal to noise ratio       
• Adjustable Pitch Percentages: +/-4%, +/-8%, and +/-16%
• Instant Start within 10ms (sound is produced immediately when the PLAY button is pressed)     
(a) FADER “Q” START CONTROL: Set up your CK 800Mp3 as described in the set-up section of this manual. After   
 set up is completed load your players. By moving the mixer’s crossfader from left to right you can start and pause 
 each players playback functions. For Example, when using the CK 800Mp3 player, if your mixer’s crossfader is all   
 the  way to the left (player one is playing, player two is in cue or pause mode), and you move the fader at least 20%   
 to the right, player two (2) will begin to play. When the crossfader is to the right, and you move it 20% to the left,   
 player one (1) will begin to play. You can create great effects similar to scratching with this feature. After storing cue   
 points on each side of the CD player, different songs may quickly be recalled by moving the mixer crossfader back   
 and forth. New cue points can be easily selected on the CK 800Mp3 player (see setting cue points page 19). “Q”   
 Start control is easy to use and mastering this feature will help you create amazing effects with your music. 
(b)  RELAY (FLIP-FLOP): Connect your CK 800Mp3 player as described in the set-up section of this manual. This 
 feature will start the next player once one (1) player has ended. For example, if player one (1) is playing a disc and   
 it ends, player two (2) will instantly begin to play. You may set RELAY to play track to track or disc to disc. For 
 more information on this feature, see RELAY (FLIP-FLOP™) on page 25.
(c) SLEEP  mODE: The CK 800Mp3's laser and pick-up assembly will power down after 15 minutes of inactivity   
 (when in pause or cue mode). This will lengthen the life of your motor drive and laser. To initialize the player, just 
 press the cue or play buttons. 
						

							
1. Checking the Contents      
 Be sure your CK 800Mp3 was shipped with the following:          
 1)  CK 800Mp3 Professional CD player/mixer.
 2)  Operating instructions (this booklet).
    3)  Warranty card.
CAUTION:
• To avoid severe damage to the unit, be sure the power is off when making connections to 
 the unit.
 SET -UP
CAUTION:
• The CK 800Mp3 will work normally when the unit is mounted with the front panel within 15
 degrees of the vertical plane If the unit is tilted excessively, discs may not be loaded or unloaded   
 properly. (Figure 1)
CAUTION:
• The LCD is designed to be clearly visible within the angles shown in Figure 2. Mount the unit so   
 that the visual angle is within this range.
Figure 1
 
15˚
Figure 2
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FOR BEST CD-R DISC PLAYBACK RESULTS IN THIS CD PLAYER PLEASE FOLLOW THESE 
GUIDELINES:
1. High quality CD-R Audio discs (should conform to the standards of the Orange Book 2).
2. Use a high quality bit rate when recording discs. (At least 160kbps)
3. Record discs in the slowest speed possible. (i.e. 2x or 4x speed)
50˚10˚ 
						

							
 GENERAL FUNCTIONS AND CONTROLS                                           CD PLAYER
A. T OP UNIT CONTROLS (FIGURE 3)
1.  EJECT  FUNCTION  -  Pressing  this  will  eject 
the CD. The eject function will only when the unit 
is  in  pause  or  cue  mode,  this  is  to  prevent  acci-
dentally ejecting the disc when in play mode.
2. TImE BUTTON - The TIME button will switch 
the  time  value  described  in  the  tIme  meter 
between ELAPSED  PLAYING  TIME,  TRACK 
REMAINING  TIME, and TOTAL REMAINING  TIME 
(this is for CDs only).
3. SGL/CTN - This function allows you to choose 
between  single  track  play  or  continuous  track 
play (all tracks in order). This function also oper-
ates  in  RELAY  (FLIP-FLOP)  mode,  when  RELAY 
is activated.
4.  PITCH  SLIDER  -  This  slider  is  used  to  adjust 
the  playback  pitch  percentage.  The  slider  is  a 
set adjustment and will remain set until the pitch 
slider  is  moved  or  the  pitch  function  has  been 
turned  off.  This  adjustment  can  be  made  with 
or  without  a  disc  in  the  drive.  The  pitch  adjust-
ment will remain even if a disc has been removed 
and will reflect on any other disc loaded into the 
player.  That  is  to  say,  if  you  set  a  +2%  pitch  on 
one  disc,  remove  that  disc  and  insert  another, 
that disc too will have a +2% pitch. The amount 
of  pitch  being  applied  will  be  displayed  in  the 
lcd (16). 
5. PITCH ON/OFF BUTTON - This button is used 
to  switch  the  pitch  function  on  and  off.  When 
the  button  LED  is  lit  the pItch  SlIder  (4)  is 
active. When the button LED is not lit, the pItch 
SlIder  (4) is  not  active.  The  pitch  percentage 
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can be changed between 4%, 8%, and 16%. 4% 
pitch  percentage  can  be  changed  between  4%, 
will allow the least amount of pitch manipulation 
and  16%  will  allow  the  most  amount  of  pitch 
manipulation. 
6.  PITCH  PERCENTAGE  SELECTOR  -  Press 
this  button  to  select  pitch  range  percentages 
of  4%,  8%,  and  16%.  See  adjusting  the  PITCH 
SLIDER'S RANGE on page 22.
7. (+)  PITCH  BEND  BUTTON  -  The (+)  pitch 
bend  function  creates  a  momentary  “BUMP”  in 
the  CD’s  BPM’s  (Beats  per  minute)  while  it  is 
playing.    This  will  allow  you  to  match  the  beats 
between  two  playing  CD’s  or  any  other  music 
source. Remember, this is a momentary function. 
When  you  remove  your  finger  from  this  button, 
the  BPM’s  will  automatically  return  to pItch 
SlIderS  (4) selected  pitch.  Holding  down  this 
button will give a maximum of +16% pitch. 
 (-) PITCH BEND BUTTON - The (-) pitch bend 
function creates a momentary “Slow Down” in the 
CD’s BPM’s (Beats per minute) while it is playing. 
This  will  allow  you  to  match  the  beats  between 
two  playing  CD’s  or  other  playing  music  source. 
Remember,  this  is  a  momentary  function.  When 
you remove your finger from the pitch button, the 
BPM’s  will  automatically  return  to pItch  SlId-
erS (4) pitch value. Holding down this button will 
give a maximum of -16% pitch. Use this function 
to slow to another playing music source. Be sure 
to  notice  that  this  function  is  a  momentary  pitch 
adjustment,  for  a  more  precise  adjustment  use 
the pItch SlIder  (4)  to  match  the  BPM’s  with 
another playing music source.   
8. RELOOP    BUTTON  -  If  a  SEAMLESS  LOOP 
has been made (see setting a SEAMLESS LOOP  
on  page  20),  but  the  CD  Player  is  not  actively  in 
SEAMLESS  LOOP  mode  (a  loop  is  not  playing), 
pressing  the RELOOP  BUTTON will  instantly 
reactivate  the  SEAMLESS  LOOP  mode.  To  exit 
the  loop,  press  the out Button  (10).  LOOP 
will  appear  in  the lcd dISplay  (16) when  the 
RELOOP function is available.
9.  JOG  WHEEL/EFFECTS  PLATTER  - This 
wheel has two functions;
A. The jog wheel will act as a frame search con-
 trol when the CD is in pause or cue mode, 
 allowing you to set a cue point. 
B. The wheel also works as a pitch bend during 
 Playback. Turning the wheel clockwise will  
 increase the pitch percentage up to 100%,
 and turning the wheel in the counter-clock-  
 wise direction will decrease the pitch per-
 centage down to -100%. The pitch bend will   
 be  determined on how long you turn the jog   
 wheel continuously.
10. OUT  BUTTON -  This  button  is  used  to  set 
the  ending  point  of  a  loop.  A  loop  is  started  by 
pressing the IN BUTTON, and pressing the OUT 
BUTTON  to  set  the  loop  ending  point.  The  loop 
will  continue  to  play  until  the  OUT  BUTTON  is 
pressed once again.
 SEAmLESS  LOOP  IN  BUTTON  - “CUE  ON 
THE  FLY”  - This  function  allows  you  to  set  a 
CUE  POINT  (see  CUE  POINT  page  19)  without 
music interruption (“on the fly”). This button also 
sets  the  starting  point  of  a  seamless  loop  (see 
SEAMLESS LOOP).
11. PLAY/PAUSE  BUTTON  -  Each  press  of  the 
PLAY/PAUSE  BUTTon  causes  the  operation  to 
change from play to pause or from pause to play. 
While  in  play  mode  the  blue  play  LED  will  glow, 
and  while  in  pause  mode  the  blue  play  LED  will 
flash.
12. CUE - Pressing the CUE button during play-
back  immediately  pauses  playback  and  returns 
the  track  to  the  last  set  cue  point  (see  setting  a 
CUE POINT, page 19). The red CUE LED will glow 
when  the  unit  is  in  cue  mode  The  LED  will  also 
flash  every  time  a  new  CUE  POINT  is  set.  The 
CUE  button  can  be  held  down  to  momentarily 
play the CD. When you release the CUE button it 
instantly returns to the CUE POINT. 
13.  +10  TRACK  SKIP  - This  button  allows  you 
to  skip  ahead  by  10  tracks.  Example:    if  you  are 
at  Track  #1,  pressing  this  button  will  skip  you  to 
Track  #11,  press  the  button  again,  it  will  skip  to 
Track #21. If there are not that many tracks, it will 
go back to Track #1. 
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