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Core Mix-4 USB ORDERCODE D2304 Highlite International B.V. Vestastraat 2 6468 EX Kerkrade The Netherlands...
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Congratulations! You have bought a great, innovative product from DAP Audio. DAP Audio Core Mix-4 USB brings excitement to any venue. Whether you want simple plug-&-play action or a sophisticated show, this product provides the effect you need. You can rely on DAP Audio, for more excellent audio products.
Record Module ..............................13 Rear ..................................14 Operations ..................................16 Replacing a (cross)fader ............................16 Using the Core Mix-4 USB with PC software which can only access a single soundcard ......17 Connection Cables ..............................18 Maintenance ................................19 Troubleshooting ................................19...
Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a device must be returned to the factory, it is important that the device is returned in the original factory box and packing. Your shipment includes: • DAP Core Mix-4 USB • power cable - 2m • User manual...
Do not connect this system to a dimmerpack. Do not switch the system on and off in short intervals, as this would reduce the system’s life. Do not open the device and do not modify the device. ...
Connection with the mains Connect the device to the mains with the power-plug. Always pay attention, that the right color cable is connected to the right place. International EU (including UK) North America From April 2004 Brown Black Phase Blue White Neutral Green/Yellow...
Description of the device The Core Mix-4 USB is a 4 channel DJ club mixer with 12 analogue inputs and 2 independent USB audio interfaces. This makes it easy to connect your laptop and route the audio of your DJ software directly through the Core MIX-4 USB.
Microphone Channels 1. Mic input 2. Level control 3. Hi control 4. Mid control 5. Low control 6. Send level control 7. Mic On/Off switch 8. Talkover switch Fig. 2 Main Channels 9. Selection switch (CD / Phono / Line) 10.
Installation Remove all packing materials from the Core Mix-4 USB. Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed. Connect all cables. Always disconnect from electric mains power supply before cleaning or servicing. Damages caused by non-observance are not subject to warranty.
14. Gain control Use this control to match the connected devices optimally to your Core Mix-4 USB. With the fader and Master fader set to ¾ stroke, Adjust the gain with a loud input signal in such a way that the red LED’s on the Channel VU-meters (11) do not light 15/16/17.
22. Crossfader The crossfader allows you to mix evenly from one channel to another channel. 23. Crossfader slope switch This switch allows the user to select from three types of crossfader curve response. • In the left position, the curve produces a rapid signal rise. (As soon as the cross fader lever leaves the A side, the B channel sound is produced.) •...
Caution: Depending on the type of headphones connected to the Headphones jack, the Core mix 4 USB is capable of producing high output levels via the phones output. Therefore, make sure to turn the control all the way to the left (minimum setting) before connecting the headphones. Be aware of the fact that listening to loud sound pressure levels over a longer period of time leads to hearing-damage! Record Module 34.
Rear Fig. 13 45. Power switch Do not supply power before the whole system is set up and connected properly. 46. Stereo/mono Switch When set to mono, the master output becomes a monaural combination of L+R. 47. Master RCA unbalanced output Use these outputs to connect an amplifier with unbalanced inputs.
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Fig. 14 59. Channel 1 CD RCA input Use to connect a CD player. AC inlet with integrated fuse holder This connector is meant for the connection of the supplied main cord. Connect one end of the power cord to the connector, the other end to the mains, then turn on the power switch to operate the unit. Note: Please make sure that the supply voltage matches the operation voltage before connecting the unit to mains.
Operations Replacing a (cross)fader Replacing a (cross)fader should only be carried out by a qualified technician. Damages caused by unproper (cross)fader replacement are not subject to warranty. Removing the fader cover Fig. 15 1. Remove the buttons of the faders indicated by the dotted line circles. 2.
3. Re-attach the connector to the new fader and place the fader back gently. 4. Replace the fader cover and fix the screws. Using the Core Mix-4 USB with PC software which can only access a single soundcard If the PC software you plan on using with the two USB1 (68) and USB2 (66) ports can only be set up with a single soundcard, You need to install the freeware ASIO4ALL software which can be downloaded from http://www.asio4all.com/...
Connection Cables Take care of your cables, always holding them by the connectors and avoiding knots and twists when coiling them: This gives the advantage of increasing their life and reliability. Periodically check your cables. A great number of problems (faulty contacts, ground hum, discharges, etc.) are caused entirely by using unsuitable or faulty cables.
Compensation of interference with balanced connections Maintenance DAP Audio Core Mix-4 USB requires almost no maintenance. However, you should keep the unit clean. Disconnect the mains power supply, and then wipe the cover with a damp cloth. Do not immerse in liquid.
Product Specifications • Input channels: 2 x Microphone, combo XLR/Jack 8 x Line, RCA 2 x Phono, RCA 2 x USB, Type B 1 x Return, RCA • Output channels: 1 x Record, RCA 1 x Booth, RCA 1 x Master unbalanced, RCA 1 x Master balanced, XLR 1 x Headphones, TRS 6.3mm Jack 2 x USB, Type B...