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1.
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................ 2
2.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS............................................................................................... 2
3.
INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................. 2
3.1. First installation ........................................................................................................... 2
3.1.1.
For Windows 98 / 98 SE / Millennium ............................................................. 2
3.1.2.
For Windows 2000 / XP .................................................................................. 3
3.2. Connecting and disconnecting the DJ Console.......................................................... 5
4.
PRESENTATION ............................................................................................................... 5
4.1. The cover .................................................................................................................... 5
4.2. The shoulder strap ...................................................................................................... 5
4.3. The top face ................................................................................................................ 6
4.4. The connectors ........................................................................................................... 7
5.
CONNECTING SPEAKERS............................................................................................... 8
5.1. Connecting speakers in 5.1 mode .............................................................................. 8
5.2. Connecting speakers in DJ mode............................................................................... 8
6.
USING THE DJ CONSOLE AT A PARTY......................................................................... 8
6.1. Overview ..................................................................................................................... 8
6.2. Previewing with headphones ...................................................................................... 9
6.3. Speeding up or slowing down a piece ........................................................................ 9
6.4. Creating loops and cue points .................................................................................... 9
6.5. Switching from one piece to another ........................................................................ 11
6.6. Getting on the microphone........................................................................................ 11
6.7. Scratching ................................................................................................................. 12
7.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT .................................................................................................. 13
7.1. Warranty information................................................................................................. 13
7.2. Save time by registering your product online!........................................................... 13
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    For Windows 98 / 98 SE / Millennium ............. 2 3.1.2. For Windows 2000 / XP .................. 3 3.2. Connecting and disconnecting the DJ Console............5 PRESENTATION ....................... 5 4.1. The cover ........................5 4.2. The shoulder strap ...................... 5 4.3.

  • Page 2: Introduction

    1. INTRODUCTION There are two ways to use your DJ Console. It can be used in a normal way for gaming and enjoying surround sound on DVDs thanks to its 5.1-channel connection, or it can be turned into a mixing deck. A mouse click enables DJ mode, allowing you to mix your musical pieces and preview them on headphones, just like a real DJ.

  • Page 3: For Windows 98 / 98 Se / Millennium

    USB ports using the USB cable provided. We recommend that you connect the DJ Console to a USB port on your computer or a dedicated USB hub, in order to ensure sufficient power supply to the DJ Console.

  • Page 4: For Windows 2000 / Xp

    - Connect the DJ Console to one of the computer’s USB ports using the USB cable provided. We recommend that you connect the DJ Console to a USB port on your computer or a dedicated USB hub, in order to ensure sufficient power supply to the DJ Console.

  • Page 5: Connecting And Disconnecting The Dj Console

    4. PRESENTATION 4.1. The cover Your DJ Console has a cover, allowing you to transport it without any danger of damaging the top face. This cover can also be attached to the underside of the DJ Console as an inclined base, allowing you to use your DJ Console under optimal conditions.

  • Page 6: The Top Face

    Your DJ Console has a variety of controls allowing you to interact with DJ software. There are two sets of these controls, as the left and right sections of the DJ Console each correspond to a separate deck in DJ software applications. Descriptions of the default function of each control are provided below.

  • Page 7: The Connectors

    For more information, please refer to the DJ Console Mapper’s online help. 4.4. The connectors Your DJ Console features multiple connectors on the front and back faces. With these connectors you can connect multiple peripherals, as illustrated in the diagrams below:...

  • Page 8: Connecting Speakers

    5. CONNECTING SPEAKERS The DJ Console can be used in two different ways: in 5.1 mode and in DJ mode. 5.1 mode (the default mode) transforms the DJ Console into a 5.1-channel sound card, perfect for games and DVDs, while DJ mode allows you to use the DJ Console as a real mixing deck. For more on 5.1 mode and DJ mode, please refer to the online help.

  • Page 9: Using The Dj Console At A Party

    (markers) to start up at a specific point in a track, create rhythmic loops, adjust bass, medium and treble frequencies, etc. Your DJ Console allows you to carry out this kind of headphone preview. In DJ mode two analog outputs are enabled, each of which can broadcast a different signal (output 1-2 broadcasts sound over the speakers and output 3-4 is reproduced on the headphone output).

  • Page 10: Speeding Up Or Slowing Down A Piece

    You can select which track or tracks to listen to in your headphones using the Headphone buttons located in the upper part of the DJ Console. The LED indicates whether the track is being broadcast over the headphones. When the two LEDs are lit up, tracks A and B are mixed together on the headphone output.

  • Page 11: Switching From One Piece To Another

    6.5. Switching from one piece to another The art of mixing consists of preparing the next piece while a given piece is being played. When the piece being played reaches its end, the DJ switches from one piece to the other progressively using the crossfader, which regulates the volume of the two decks.

  • Page 12: Scratching

    6.7. Scratching The DJ Console allows you to scratch your MP3s and CDs in the same way that a DJ scratches vinyl records. To do this you will use the DJ Console’s joggles, together with the Volume knob to boost/interrupt the sound. There are many scratch effects, and the most well-known are...

  • Page 13: Technical Support

    Hercules product support, who will indicate the procedure to follow. In the event that, following diagnosis, Hercules product support asks you to return the product, a return authorization number will be provided. This number must be displayed on your return package, which must be sent with delivery prepaid.

  • Page 14: Declaration Of Conformity

    Trademarks Hercules® is a registered trademark of Guillemot Corporation S.A. Intel® and Pentium® are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. Microsoft® Windows® 98, Millennium, 2000 and XP are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Velcro® is a registered trademark of Velcro Industries B.V. All other trademarks and brand names are hereby acknowledged and are property of their respective owners.

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