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    VMS4
    Professional Digital Producer
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    							 CONTENTS
    ©American Audio®   -   www.americanaudio.us   -   VMS4™ Instruction Manual Page 2
    Safety  precautionS........................................................................................................................3
    electrical precautionS................................................................................................................4
    Safety  inStructionS.......................................................................................................................5
    unpacking.........................................................................................................................................6
    cuStomer Support..........................................................................................................................6
    Set-up  precautionS.........................................................................................................................6
    feature S...........................................................................................................................................7
    Set-up inStallation..........................................................................................................................7
    aSio driver inStallation.................................................................................................................8
    functionS and controlS..............................................................................................................9
    audio interface  mode..................................................................................................................17
    eq modeS...........................................................................................................................................19
    firmware  update............................................................................................................................21
    computer connection.................................................................................................................22
    Set up..................................................................................................................................................24
    warranty...................................................................................................................................26
    SpecificationS.............................................................................................................................27
    Please Note: all specifications and improvements to and in the design of this unit and this manuals 
    are subject to change at any time without any prior written or published noticed.
    For service parts visit http://parts.americandj.com
    Please visit one of the following websites to view and download the VMS4 MIDI table chart.
    www.americanaudio.com
    www.americanaudio.eu
    www.vms4dj.com 
    						
    							 NOTE:
    This unit may cause interference to radio and  
    television reception.
    CAUTION:
    USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS  OTHER 
    THAN  THOSE  SPECIFIED  HEREIN  MAY  RESULT 
    IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE
    THE Media Controller 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 Media Controller 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  Media  Controller.  Electric  shock  or  malfunc-
    tion     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 Media Controller.
    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.
    ©American Audio®   -   www.americanaudio.us   -   VMS4™ Instruction Manual Page 3
     IMPOrTANT  SAFETy PrECAUTIONS 
    						
    							ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS
    RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPEN
    CAUTIO N
    The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
    intended  to alert  the  user  to the  presence  of important
    operating  and maintenance  (servicing) instructions  in
    t he literature accompanying the appliance.
    The 
    lightning  flash with arrowhead  symbol, within an
    equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to th e
    presence  of uninsulated  dangerous voltage within the
    products  enclosure  that may  be of sufficient  magnitude
    to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons .
    rEAD INSTrUCTIONS  — All the  safety  and operatin g
    instructions  should be read  before  the product  is
    operated.
    rETAIN INSTrUCTIONS —  The safety and operating
    instructions  should be retained  for future  reference.
    hEED  wArNINg S —  All  warnings  on the  product  and
    in  the  operating  instructions  should be adhered  to.
    FOLLOw  INSTrUCTIONS  — All  operating  and use
    instructions should be followed.
    CLEANINg  — The  product  should be cleaned  only with
    a  polishing  cloth or a soft  dry cloth.  Never  clean with
    furniture  wax, benzine,  insecticides  or other  volatile
    liquids since they may corrode the cabinet .
    A TTAChMENTS  — Do  not  use  attachments  not
    recommended  by the  product  manufacturer  as they
    may cause hazards.
    wATEr  AND MOISTUrE  — Do  not  use  this product
    near  water  — for  example,  near a bathtub,  wash
    bowl,  kitchen  sink, or laundry  tub; in a wet  basement ;
    or near a swimming pool; and the like.
    ACCESSOrIES  — Do  not  place  this product  on an
    unstable  cart, stand,  tripod,  bracket,  or table.  The
    product  may fall, causing  serious injury to a child  or
    adult,  and serious  damage  to the  product.  Use only
    w ith  a cart,  stand,  tripod,  bracket,  or tabl e
    recommended  by the  manufacturer,  or sold  with
    the  product.  Any mounting  of the  product  should
    follow  the manufacturer’s  instructions, and shoul d
    use  a mounting  accessory  recommended  by the
    manufacturer .
    CArT  — A  product  and cart combination  should be
    moved  with care.  Quick  stops,  excessive  force, and
    uneven  surfaces  may cause  the product  and cart
    combination to overturn .
    VENTILATION  — Slots  and openings  in the  cabinet  are
    provided  for ventilation  and to ensure  reliable
    operation  of the  product  and to protect  it from
    overheating,  and these  openings  must not be
    blocked  or covered.  The openings  should never be
    blocked  by placing  the product  on a bed,  sofa,  rug,
    or  other  similar  surface.  This product  should not be
    placed  in a built-in  installation  such as a bookcase  or
    rack  unless  proper ventilation  is provided  or the
    manufacturer’s  instructions have been  adhered  to.
    POwEr  SOUrCES  — This  product  should be operated
    only  from  the type  of power  source  indicated  on the
    marking  label. If you  are not sure  of the  type  of
    power  supply  to your  home,  consult  your product
    dealer or local power company.
    LOCATIO N –  The  appliance  should be installed  in a
    stable location.
    NONUSE  PErIODS –  The  power  cord of the  appliance
    should 
    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  alternating
    current  line plug  (a plug  having  one blade  wider than
    the  other),  it will  fit into  the outlet  only one way.  This
    is  a safety  feature.  If you  are unable  to insert  the plug
    fully  into the outlet,  try reversing  the plug.  If the  plug
    should  still fail to fit,  contact  your electrician  to
    replace  your obsolete  outlet. Do not  defeat  the
    safety purpose of the polarized plug.
    • If this  product  is equipped  with a three-wire
    grounding  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  the
    plug  into the outlet,  contact  your electrician  to
    replace  your obsolete  outlet. Do not  defeat  the
    safety purpose of the grounding type plug.
    POwEr-COrD  PrOTECTION - Power-supply  cords
    should  be routed  so that  they  are not likely  to be
    walked  on or pinched  by items  placed  upon or
    against  them, paying  particular  attention to cords  at
    plugs,  convenience  receptacles, and the point  where
    they exit from the product .
    OUTDOOr ANTENNA grOUNDINg  — If an outside
    antenna  or cable  system  is connected  to the  product ,
    be  sure  the antenna  or cable  system  is grounded  so
    as  to provide  some protection  against voltage surges
    and  built-up  static charges.  Article 810 of the  National
    Electrical  Code, ANSI/NFPA  70, provides  informatio n
    with  regard  to proper  grounding  of the  mast  and
    supporting  structure, grounding  of the  lead-in  wire
    to  an  antenna  discharge  unit, size of grounding
    conductors,  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 ,  and
    r equirements  for the  grounding  electrode. See  Figur e
    A.
    LIghTNINg  — For  added  protection  for this  product
    during  a lightning  storm, or when  it is  left  unattended
    and  unused  for long  periods  of time,  unplug  it from
    the  wall  outlet  and disconnect  the antenna  or cabl e
    system.  This will prevent  damage  to the  product
    due to lightning and power-line surges.
    POwEr  LINES — An  outside  antenna  system should
    not  be located  in the  vicinity  of overhead  power lines
    or other electric light or power circuits, or where it
    can  fall into  such  power  lines or circuits.  When
    installing  an outside  antenna  system, extreme  care
    should  be taken  to keep  from touching  such power
    lines  or circuits  as contact  with them  might  be fatal.
    O VErLOADINg  — Do  not  overload  wall outlets ,
    extension  cords, or 
    integral  convenience  receptacles
    as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. OBJECT 
    AND LIqUID  ENTry - N ever  push  objects  of
    any  kind  into this product  through  openings  as they
    may  touch  dangerous  voltage points or short-out
    parts  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 product
    yourself  as opening  or removing  covers may expose
    you  to dangerous  voltage or other  hazards.  Refer all
    servicing to qualified service personnel .
    DAMAgE  rEqUIrINg  SErVICE  -  Unplug  this product
    from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualifie d
    service personnel under the following conditions:
    •W hen the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
    • If liquid  has been  spilled,  or objects  have fallen  into
    the product.
    • If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
    • If the  product  does not operate  normally  by following
    the  operating  instructions.  Adjust only those  controls
    that  are covered  by the  operating  instructions  as an
    improper  adjustment  of other  controls  may result  in
    damage and will often require extensive work by  a
    qualified  technician  to restore  the product  to its
    normal operation.
    • If the  product  has been  dropped  or damaged  in any
    way.
    •W hen the product  exhibits  a distinct  change  in
    performance — this indicates a need for service.
    rEPLACEMENT  PArTS -- W hen  replacement  parts
    are  required,  be sure  the service  technician  has used
    replacement  parts specified  by the  manufacturer  or
    have  the same  characteristics  as the  original  part.
    Unauthorized  substitutions may result  in fire,  electri c
    shock, or other hazards.
    SAFETy  ChECk - U pon  completion  of any  service  or
    repairs  to this  product,  ask the service  technician  to
    perform  safety checks  to determine  that the product
    is in proper operating condition.
    wALL  Or CEILINg  MOUNTINg  — The  product  should
    not be mounted to a wall or ceiling.
    hEAT  — The  product  should be situated  away from heat
    sources  such as radiators,  heat registers,  stoves, or
    other  products  (including  amplifiers)  that produce
    heat .
    IMPOR TANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
    ANTENNA
    LEAD IN
    WIRE
    GROUND
    CLAM P
    ANTENNA
    DISCHARGE UNIT
    (NEC SECTION 810-20)
    GROUNDING CONDUCTOR S
    (NEC SECTION 810-21)
    GROUND CLAMPS
    POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
    ELECTRODE SYSTEM
    (NEC ART 250, PART H)
    ELECTRI
    C
    SERVICE
    EQUIPMENT
    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  ARE N O U S E R  S E R V I C E A B L E  P A R T S 
    I NSIDE   REFER  SERVICE  TO YOUR  AUTHORIZED 
    AMERICAN AUDI O
    ® SERVICE TECHNICIAN.
    ©American Audio®   -   www.americanaudio.us   -   VMS4™ Instruction Manual Page 4
     ELECTrICAL SAFETy  PrECAUTIONS 
    						
    							I.  Read Instructions - All the safety and operat-
      ing  instructions  should  be  read  before  the
      Player is operated. The safety and operating 
      instructions  should  be  saved  for  future
      reference.
    2.  Heed  Warnings  -  All  warnings  on  the
        Player  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  Player  should  be  situated 
      so that its location or position does not inter-
      fere with its proper ventilation. For example,
      the  player  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  player  should  be  situated 
      away  from  heat  sources  such  as  radiators,
      heat  registers,  stoves,  or  other  appliances
      (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
    6.  Power  Sources  -  The  player  should  be
       connected  to  a  power  supply  only  of  the 
      type  described  in  the  operating  instructions
       or as marked on the Player.
    7.  Servicing  -  The  user  should  not  attempt
      to service  the  Player  beyond  that 
      described  in  the  operating  instructions.  All 
      other  servicing  should  be  referred  to  quali-
      fied service personnel. The Player 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 Player.
           C.  The Player has been exposed to   rain   
      or water.
           D.  The Player does not appear to    
      operate normally or exhibits a marked   
      change in performance.
     SAFETy  INSTrUCTIONS
    The  serial  and  model  number  for  this  unit  is 
    located  on  the  rear  panel.  Please  write  down 
    the  numbers  here  and  retain  for  future  refer-
    ence. 
    Model No.________________________________
    Serial No.________________________________
    purchase  notes:
    Date of Purchase__________________________
    Dealer Name______________________________
    Dealer Address____________________________
    _________________________________________
    ________________________________________
    Dealer Phone_____________________________
    ©American Audio®   -   www.americanaudio.us   -   VMS4™ Instruction Manual Page 5 
    						
    							Introduction: 
    Congratulations  and  thank  you  for  purchasing  the  American  Audio®  VMS4™  Media  Controller.  This 
    controller  is  a  representation  of  American  Audio’s  continuing  commitment  to  produce  the  best  and 
    highest quality audio products possible at an affordable price. Please read and understand this manual 
    completely before attempting to operate your new player. This booklet contains important information 
    concerning the proper and safe operation of your new controller.
    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 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.
     Voice:    (800) 322-6337
     Fax:    (323) 582-2610
     E-mail:   [email protected]
    To purchase parts online visit http://parts.americandj.com
    Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside this Media Controller. 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 Media Controller may require ser-
    vice, please contact American Audio® customer support.
    Do not discard the packing carton in the trash. Please recycle when ever possible.
     INTrODUCTION
     UNPACkINg
    Every VMS4™ has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect operating condition. Care-
    fully  check  the  shipping  carton  for  damage  that  may  have  occurred  during  shipping.  If  the  carton 
    appears  to  be  damaged,  carefully  inspect  your  player  for  any  damage  and  be  sure  all  equipment 
    necessary to operate the player 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 player to your dealer without first contacting customer support.
    Please be sure to make any connections before plugging the player in to an electrical outlet. All fader 
    and volume controls should be set to zero or minimum position, before the player is switched on. If the 
    player  has  been  exposed  to  drastic  temperature  fluctuation  (e.g.  after  transportation),  do  not  switch 
    on  the  player  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 player, please make sure that the device is not exposed or will not be ex-   
     posed to extreme heat, moisture or dust!
    • Do not operate the player in extremely hot (more than 40°/104°F) or extremely cold (less than    
     5°C/40°F) surroundings. 
    • Keep the unit out of direct sunlight and away from heaters.
    • Operate the player 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 operation.
     SET -UP PrECAUTIONS
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    							•    4 Sample Buttons Per Side       •    4-Channel Mixer w/ Volume Faders
    •   MIDI Control via USB         •    Master and Booth Outputs w/ L/R Balance
    •  Built-In 4 In 4 Out/2 In 8 Out Sound Card    •    X & Y Parameter Adjustments
    •  Seamless Loop (uninterrupted loop playback)  •    Master Volume Control   
    •    Full EQ on 4 MIDILOG™ Channels & 2 Mic Channels •    Track & Deck Selectors 
    •    Crossfader Assign, Curve, & Reverse     •    Durable Touch Sensitive High-Res Jog Wheel 
    •    Pitch Lock            •    Two Mic Combo Jacks
    •    Pitch Bend            •    Innofader Compatiable 
    •  82 MIDI Controls            •    High Life Touch Strips & Mouse Pad
    •  USB/Analog Source Selects on Each MIDILOG™ Channel
    MAIN FEATUrES
    ©American Audio®   -   www.americanaudio.us   -   VMS4™ Instruction Manual Page 7
    1. Checking the Contents      
      Be sure your VMS4™ was shipped with the following:          
      1)  VMS4™ Controller         2)  Operating Instructions (This Booklet)
         3)  USB Cable           4)  5V Power Adapter     
      5)  Virtual DJ Software         6)  Warranty card
    2. Installing the Units 
      1)  Place your unit on a flat surface or mount it in a secure rack mount case.
      2)   Be sure the player is mounted in a well ventilated area where it will not be exposed to direct   
         sunlight, high temperatures, or high humidity.
      3)   Try to place the unit as far as possible from TVs and tuners, as the unit may cause undesir- 
          able interference.
    3. Connections
      1)   Be sure main power is connected last to prevent any electrical damage.
      2) audio  connectionS: Use RCA or XLR cables to connect the VMS4™ outputs to pow- 
         ered speakers or an amplifier. Never connect this player's output to a mixers "phono" inputs. 
       3) control Jack  connectionS: Use a 1/8” mono (not stereo) mini plug cable to connect   
         your VMS4™ to a mini jack connection (A or B) on a compatible American Audio® or Amer- 
         ican DJ® “Fader Q Start” mixer. (This will enable the Fader “Q” Start function - See “Q” start   
         control page 15).
    CAUTION:
    • Be sure to use mono 1/8" control cables. Using other types of cable may result in unit dam- 
      age.
    • To avoid severe damage to the unit, be sure the power is off when making connections to 
      the unit.
     SET -UP 
    						
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    SOFTwArE & ASIO DrIVEr  INSTALLATION
    Insert the disc into your computer cd drive and "click" on the CD icon.
    Depending the typ of computer you are operating, 
    choose the Exe file for PC or the DMG file for MAC.
    Choose your desired language and "click" 
    OK. Read the following information and "click" 
    Next. Follow the screen prompts to install the 
    software.
    The ASIO Driver installation will open during 
    the Virtual DJ installation. PC users, follow the 
    screen prompts for proper installation. Mac 
    install is automatic after "clicking" on the DMG 
    file. 
    						
    							 gENErAL FUNCTIONS  AND CONTrOLS 
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    A. PLAYER - FRONT  (FIgURE 1)
    1. IN, OUT, RELOOP, & LOOP BUTTONS 
    IN BUTTON - “CUE ON THE FLY” - This function allows you to set a CUE POINT without music inter-
    ruption (“on the fly”). This button also sets the starting point of a seamless loop.
    OUT BUTTON - This button is used to set the ending point of a loop. A loop is started by pressing 
    the in Button, pressing the OUT BUTTON set the loop ending point. The loop will continue to play 
    until the out Button is pressed once again.
    RELOOP  BUTTON - If  a  SEAMLESS  LOOP  has  been  made,  but  the  player  is  not  actively  in 
    SEAMLESS LOOP mode (a loop is not playing), pressing the RELOOP  BUTTON will instantly reacti-
    vate the SEAMLESS LOOP mode. To exit loop, press the out Button. 
    2. EFFECT SECTION
    SELECT ENCODER KNOB - Use this knob to scroll through the various effects.
    CONTROL KNOB - Set the value of the selected effect parameter.
    ON/OFF BUTTON - Toggle selected effect on and off. A lit LED will indicate the effect is on.
    PARAMETER BUTTON - Press this button to toggle through the available effect parameters.
    3. SAMPLE SECTION
    SELECT ENCODER KNOB - Use this knob to scroll through samples.
    VOLUME KNOB - Use this knob to set the volume of the selected sample.
    PLAY BUTTON - Press this button to play the selected sample. Press this button plus the SHIFT 
    button to loop a sample.
    REC. BUTTON - Use this button to start and stop recording a select sample. Press this button plus 
    the SHIFT button to save a loop to your selected sample.
    4. MIDILOg™ MIXER SECTION
    ChANNEL  gAIN  CONTROL  - This  adjustment  is  used  to  adjust  the  audio  source  signal  input  gain 
    for  a  channel.  Never  use  the  gain  control  to  adjust  a  channels  output  volume.  Setting  the  gain  level 
    properly  will  ensure  a  clean  output  signal.  An  improper  gain  level  adjustment  will  send  a  distorted 
    signal throughout the entire audio line which may damage speakers and amplifiers. To properly set a 
    channels gain level control:
       1. Be sure the maSter  volume  control is set to level 4.
       2. Set the channel  fader to level 8.
       3. Begin playback on an audio source connected to the channel you are adjusting.
       4. Use the Gain Control to adjust an average output volume of +4 dB.    
       5. Repeat this step for all channels
    ChANNEL  TREBLE CONTROL - This knob is used to adjust the treble levels of a channel allowing 
    for a maximum treble gain of +6dB or maximum decrease of -100dB. Turning the knob in a counter-
    clockwise direction will decrease the amount of treble applied to a channel signal, turning the knob in 
    a clockwise direction will increase the amount of treble applied to a channel signal.
    ChANNEL  MIDRANgE  CONTROL  -  This  knob  is  used  to  adjust  the  midrange  levels  of  a  channel 
    allowing for a maximum midrange gain of +6dB or maximum decrease of -100dB. Turning the knob 
    in  a  counter-clockwise  direction  will  decrease  the  amount  of  midrange  applied  to  a  channel  signal, 
    turning the knob in a clockwise direction will increase the amount of midrange applied to a channel 
    signal.
     gENErAL FUNCTIONS  AND CONTrOLS (Cont.) 
    						
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