GE X-9 User Manual
TASCAM X-9
Owner’s Manual
5
1 – Introduction
The X-9 is a sophisticated DJ mixer which allows the
connection of many devices, and allows you to mix
in a creative way, adding effects, taking samples, etc.
and crossfading between sources.
connection of many devices, and allows you to mix
in a creative way, adding effects, taking samples, etc.
and crossfading between sources.
Following the standard design pattern for such a
device, the X-9 combines easy operation with a wide
range of functions.
device, the X-9 combines easy operation with a wide
range of functions.
Smooth faders, easy-to-use controls and clear indica-
tors displays allow you to concentrate on the music,
not the operation of the unit.
tors displays allow you to concentrate on the music,
not the operation of the unit.
Some notes and precautions
Treat the X-9 as you would any other piece of preci-
sion equipment.
sion equipment.
Avoid exposing it to extremes of temperature and
humidity and avoid mechanical shocks and vibration.
humidity and avoid mechanical shocks and vibration.
Keep the unit away from strong magnetic fields (TV
sets, computer monitors, large electric motors, etc.).
sets, computer monitors, large electric motors, etc.).
Environmental considerations
The X-9 may be used in most areas, but to maintain
top performance, and prolong operating life, observe
the following environmental conditions:
top performance, and prolong operating life, observe
the following environmental conditions:
The nominal temperature should be between 5°C and
35°C (41°F and 95°F).
35°C (41°F and 95°F).
Relative humidity should be 30 to 90 degrees non-
condensing.
condensing.
As the unit may become hot during operation, always
leave sufficient space above and around the unit for
ventilation. If you are mounting the unit in a rack,
leave 1U of space above it.
leave sufficient space above and around the unit for
ventilation. If you are mounting the unit in a rack,
leave 1U of space above it.
Do not install this equipment in a confined space
such as a bookcase or similar unit.
such as a bookcase or similar unit.
You should not place the unit on a piece of equip-
ment generating heat, e.g. an amplifier, to avoid pos-
sible problems with overheating.
ment generating heat, e.g. an amplifier, to avoid pos-
sible problems with overheating.
The voltage supplied to the unit should match the
voltage as printed on the rear panel. If you are in any
doubt regarding this matter, consult an electrician.
voltage as printed on the rear panel. If you are in any
doubt regarding this matter, consult an electrician.
NOTE
When transporting the unit, always use the original
packing materials or a properly-designed equipment
case. For this reason, we strongly recommend that you
save all the packing materials that came with the X-9, in
case you need to transport it in the future.
packing materials or a properly-designed equipment
case. For this reason, we strongly recommend that you
save all the packing materials that came with the X-9, in
case you need to transport it in the future.
Connections to other equipment
It is extremely important that the power is turned off
on all units when making or breaking connections to
or from the X-9.
on all units when making or breaking connections to
or from the X-9.
When turning power on, it is usually a good idea to
start with the source (turntables, CD players, etc.),
then the X-9 and finish with the amplifier system.
start with the source (turntables, CD players, etc.),
then the X-9 and finish with the amplifier system.
Turning power off should be done in the other direc-
tion (amplifiers first, then other equipment).
tion (amplifiers first, then other equipment).
Serial number, etc.
The serial number of the X-9 is located on a sticker at
the front of the unit on the bottom panel. Make a note
the front of the unit on the bottom panel. Make a note
of this for future reference (warranty, etc.).