Tascam X-9 Owner's Manual

Professional Digital DJ Mixer

OWNER’S MANUAL

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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS

INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

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The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

This appliance has a serial number located on the bottom. Please record the model number and serial number and retain them for your records.

Model number

Serial number

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Important Safety Precautions

IMPORTANT (for U.K. Customers)

DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.

If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.

If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off, remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.

If this product is not provided with a mains plug, or one has to be fitted, then follow the instructions given below:

IMPORTANT: DO NOT make any connection to the larger terminal which is marked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbol ç or coloured GREEN or GREEN-and-YELLOW.

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

BLUE

BROWN

: NEUTRAL

: LIVE

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

When replacing the fuse only a correctly rated approved type should be used and be sure to re-fit the fuse cover.

IF IN DOUBT — CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.

For U.S.A

TO THE USER

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

Operation of this equipment in a residental area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

CAUTION

Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by TEAC CORPORATION for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

For the consumers in Europe

WARNING

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Pour les utilisateurs en Europe

AVERTISSEMENT

Il s’agit d’un produit de Classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, cet appareil peut provoquer des interférences radio, dans ce cas l’utilisateur peut être amené à prendre des mesures appropriées.

Für Kunden in Europa

Warnung

Dies is eine Einrichtung, welche die Funk-Entstörung nach

Klasse A besitzt. Diese Einrichtung kann im Wohnbereich

Funkstörungen versursachen ; in diesem Fall kann vom

Betrieber verlang werden, angemessene Maßnahmen durchzuführen und dafür aufzukommen.

The equipment draws nominal non-operating power from the

AC outlet with its POWER switch in the off position.

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TASCAM X-9 Owner’s Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION:

… Read all of these Instructions.

… Save these Instructions for later use.

… Follow all Warnings and Instructions marked on the audio equipment.

1) Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2) Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3) Heed Warnings — All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4) Follow Instructions — All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5) Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.

Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6) Attachments — Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7) Water and Moisture — Do not use this product near water — for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

8) 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 with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

9) 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.

10) 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.

11) 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. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

12) Grounding or Polarization — This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power 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.

13) 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.

14) 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 builtup static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA

70, provides information 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, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

"Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to

Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Example of Antenna Grounding as per

National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70

ANTENNA

LEAD IN

WIRE

GROUND

CLAMP

ANTENNA

DISCHARGE UNIT

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

ELECTRIC

SERVICE

EQUIPMENT G ROUNDING CONDUCTORS

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ART 250. PART H)

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

15) 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 cable system.

This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

16) 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.

17) Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in risk of fire or electric shock.

18) Object and Liquid Entry — Never 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.

19) 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.

20) Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

b) if liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.

c) if the product has been exposed to rain or water.

d) 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.

e) if the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

f ) when the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this indicates a need for service.

21) Replacement Parts — When 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, electric shock, or other hazards.

22) Safety Check — Upon 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.

23) Wall or Ceiling Mounting — The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

24) Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.


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Table of Contents

1 – Introduction

Some notes and precautions ...................... 5

Environmental considerations ............................... 5

Connections to other equipment ........................... 5

Serial number, etc. ....................................... 5

2 – Getting acquainted with the X-9

Road map to front panel functions ............ 6

Program gain level, EQ and assignment section .. 6

Sampler section ....................................................... 7

Microphone control ................................................ 7

Cue selection keys and monitor keys .................... 7

Master fader ............................................................ 8

Program faders ........................................................ 8

External effect ......................................................... 8

Cross-fader and fader controls ............................... 9

Effect, menu, etc. management ............................. 9

3 – Connections

Record turntables .................................................. 10

CD decks, etc. ......................................................... 10

Digital connections ............................................... 10

Amplifier system ................................................... 10

Booth outputs ....................................................... 11

Microphone (connection and use) ....................... 11

External effects unit .............................................. 12

Headphones (connecting and using) ................... 12

Fader start/stop connections ................................ 12

Footswitches .......................................................... 12

External effects ..................................................... 13

4 – Learning more

About programs ........................................ 14

Assigning sources to programs ............................ 14

Trim .................................................................... 14

Cross-fading ............................................... 14

Signal flow ............................................................. 15

Playing a song ............................................ 16

Adjusting the output volume ................... 16

Cue (previewing sounds) .......................... 16

5 – Menus

How the X-9 shows characters ..................17

Menu reference ..........................................17

6 – Faders

Program fader “curve” ...............................21

Program fader direction ............................21

Fader start ...................................................21

Cross-fader curve .......................................22

Cross-fader start .........................................22

Cross-fader reverse ....................................22

7 – Effects

Selecting the effect type .......................................23

Editing the effects .................................................23

The BEAT parameter ..............................................23

Effect parameters ..................................................24

Storing effects .......................................................24

Recalling stored effect settings ............................25

8 – Samplers

Recording a sample ....................................26

Playing back samples .................................26

Editing samples ..........................................27

Erasing samples ..........................................27

Sample pitch ...............................................27

9 – EQ

EQ Q setting ...........................................................28

Cutting the EQ bands ............................................28

Viewing EQ settings ..............................................28

Remembering and recalling EQ settings ..............29

10 – Specifications, etc.

I/O specifications ........................................30

Audio I/O ................................................................30

Control I/O .............................................................30

Audio specifications ...................................31

General specifications ...........................................31

Dimensional drawing .................................32

Mounting the X-9 in a rack ........................33

Case mounting .......................................................33

Block diagram .............................................34

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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.

Following the standard design pattern for such a device, the X-9 combines easy operation with a wide range of functions.

Smooth faders, easy-to-use controls and clear indicators 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 precision equipment.

Avoid exposing it to extremes of temperature and humidity and avoid mechanical shocks and vibration.

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:

The nominal temperature should be between 5°C and

35°C (41°F and 95°F).

Relative humidity should be 30 to 90 degrees noncondensing.

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.

Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.

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.

Keep the unit away from strong magnetic fields (TV sets, computer monitors, large electric motors, etc.).

You should not place the unit on a piece of equipment generating heat, e.g. an amplifier, to avoid possible 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.

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.

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.

Turning power off should be done in the other direction (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 of this for future reference (warranty, etc.).


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2 – Getting acquainted with the X-9

Road map to front panel functions

Effect, menu, etc. management

Microphone control

Program level,

EQ and assignment section

Sampler section

Cue selection keys and monitoring controls Cross-fader and cross-fader controls

External effect

Program faders Master fader

These different sections of the X-9 are described more fully in other parts of the manual, but this section gives you a quick orientation to help you find your way around the mixer.

See

“Connections” on page 10 for details of the rear

panel features and how to make connections between the X-9 and other equipment.

Program gain level, EQ and assignment section

This section provides the basic mixing facilities to control the sound received at the inputs, and assigned to the programs.

See

“About programs” on page 14 for details of how

inputs and programs work together and how to use these controls.

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Sampler section

The sampler section provides the controls for two built-in samplers.

These are capable of accepting the input from a variety of sources (program, microphone or master mix), and recording eight seconds of sound (for each sampler).

You can then play the resulting sample from the X-9, cue it, etc. and add it to the overall mix.

Microphone control

This section provides control over the microphone.

A talkover function, as well as 2-band

EQ, is provided in this section for use with the microphone.

See

“Microphone (connection and use)” on page 11 for full details of how

to use the microphone with the X-9.

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Samplers can be assigned to the cross-fader signals, and the cross-fader can be used to start them.

See

“Samplers” on page 26 for full details of how to

operate these samplers.

Cue selection keys and monitor keys

These keys allow the selection of the programs, microphone, sampler, etc. for cueing and preview.

The headphones are used for this purpose, and the booth outputs may be used to provide a second set of stereo outputs.

See

“Headphones (connecting and using)” on

page 12 and “Cue (previewing sounds)” on page 16

for details.


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Master fader

The master fader is used to control the overall level of the mixed signal output from the X-9.

See

“Signal flow” on page 15 for

details of how this works in conjunction with the input, etc., signals in the X-9.

Program faders

These faders adjust the levels of the programs after they have been equalized and before they are sent to either the cross-fader or to the master fader.

The fader curve and fader direction can also be set, and fader program start can be carried out.

See

“About programs” on page 14 for details of how

programs and signals interact.

See

“Faders” on page 21 for further details about

fader settings.

External effect

These controls affect the assignment and the on/off status of any external effect connected to the X-9.

See

“External effects” on page 13 for details of how

to connect and use an external effect processor with the X-9.

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Cross-fader and fader controls


These take care of the A and B outputs which are assigned to the cross-fader using the ASSIGN controls, and then passed to the master stereo output.

It is possible to set the cross-fader curve, reversal, and allow source starting with the cross-fader.

Effect, menu, etc. management

See

“Cross-fading” on page 14 for details of how

the cross-fader fits into the signal chain.

See

“Faders” on page 21 for details of cross-fader

settings.

This section handles the effects, the parameter menus and the equalization memories of the X-9.

See

“EQ” on page 28, “Effects” on page 23 and

“Menu reference” on page 17 for details.


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3 – Connections

This section gives a brief description of the connections you should make before starting to use the X-9.

WARNING

Make and break all connections between the X-9 and other equipment with everything turned OFF. If you make or break connections with the power turned on, there is a very real risk of damaging the equipment, including the X-9.

NOTE

All XLR connectors on the X-9 are wired so that pin

1=ground, pin 2= hot and pin 3=cold. Make sure that all equipment connected using these connectors also conforms to this wiring standard.

Record turntables

Only connect record turntables to the PHONO connectors ( 1 , 2 , 3 or 4 ).

WARNING

Never connect record turntables to any other type of connector on the X-9.

Never connect any other type of equipment to the

PHONO connectors.

If the turntables are fitted with grounding wires, connect these to the ground terminals on the X-9.

NOTE

Note that the X-9 is supplied with eight RCA caps which should be fitted over the PHONO terminals if they are not being used. This will help to maintain high signal quality.

TIP

The X-9 pairs of connectors all have the left connector at the top and the right at the bottom. Pairs of pin signal cables are typically red for the right channel and some other color for the left channel.

We explain about connecting other equipment (CD decks, etc.) including digital connections, below.

CD decks, etc.

Connect CD decks to the LINE connectors ( 1 through

4 ) on the rear panel. Unlike record decks, CD decks do not need to be grounded to the X-9).

WARNING

CD decks, etc. should never be attached to the PHONO connections.

Digital connections

The X-9 can be connected to devices which output

SPDIF digital audio through a coaxial output (many

CD players, MD players and DATs, as well as some electronic musical instruments) and can also output a digital audio version of the final mix (to a digital recorder such as a DAT, or a CD recorder, or a suitably-equipped personal computer).

Use menu item 14dl to set whether the signal is out-

put pre- or post- master fader (“Menu reference” on page 17).

Use RCA pin jack cables to make connections between the digital outputs of other equipment and the DIGITAL IN connectors of the X-9, and digital inputs of other equipment and the DIGITAL OUT of the X-9.

Amplifier system

To listen to the X-9, you will need an amplifier and speaker system, which is connected as explained here.

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When connecting an amplification system to the X-9, or check the inputs of the amplifier. If they look like either of the connectors shown here, they are XLR connectors and are probably balanced.

Check the rear panel of the amplifier, or the amplifier’s manual, to make sure. Amplifiers with balanced inputs should be fed by the MASTER OUTPUT

(BALANCED) output connectors of the X-9.

All other connectors (mono 1/4” jack or RCA pin jacks should be fed by the (UNBALANCED) RCA pin outputs.

The level of the output from the unbalanced outputs can be set using the PRE/POST switch to be affected by the master fader

( POST ) or unaffected by it ( PRE ).

Booth outputs

The booth outputs provide you with a second mix where the level is not controlled by the master fader, but by the BOOTH

LEVEL volume control.

3 Connections

WARNING

It is most important to make sure that you make the correct connections. Connecting the wrong output of the X-9 to the amplification system can result in overheating and possible damage to both the X-9 and to the amplification system.

If you are in any doubt at all, we strongly suggest that you consult your TASCAM dealer or other qualified audio professional regarding the interconnection of your system.

Use the trimmer potentiometers ( LEVEL ATT ) to adjust the output level to the amplification systems.

Again, you may find it useful to consult the amplification system documentation and/or consult a professional sound engineer.

Connect the unbalanced BOOTH

OUTPUT RCA jacks to the unbalanced inputs of the booth amplification system.

Microphone (connection and use)

To input your voice through the X-9 system, you need to connect a microphone to the system. The X-9 provides an XLR connector for connecting a standard

(dynamic) microphone.

Connect your favorite microphone to this connector.

Use the TALK OVER key to “dim” all the signals except the microphone by

20 dB (the key lights when active).

Adjust the level of the microphone signal sent to the master fader with the

LEVEL control.

Adjust the tone of the microphone signal with the HI (treble) and LO (bass) EQ controls.

Use the menu system ( 18bm ) to change the left-right balance of the microphone signal.

You can also select the microphone signal to be passed through the internal or external effects, as well as being used as a source for sampler 1.

The microphone signal can be cued (see “Cue (previewing sounds)” on page 16) in the same way as

program signals, using the CUE key (lights when active).


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3 Connections

External effects unit

Use the SEND and

RETURN 1/4” jacks to connect any external effects unit. For full

Headphones (connecting and using)

Connect a standard pair of stereo headphones to the stereo 1/4” jack on the top or at the front of the X-9. These two jacks output the same signals and are controlled by the same controls.

Use the headphone PHONES

LEVEL control to adjust the volume of the signal from the headphones.

There are four EQ settings, which can be made using the menu system (menu 01HP

)—see “Menu reference” on page 17. These settings boost either the

low or the high part of the frequency range, or both.

The fourth setting is a “normal” setting—no cut or boost.

details of connection and use of an external unit, see

“External effects” on page 13

The balance between the cue mix (see “Cue (previewing sounds)” on page 16) and the master cue

mix in the headphones is set using the upper

PHONES control. Turn counterclockwise for cue signals ( CUE ) and clockwise for main master cue mix

( MST ).

In addition, the headphone output can be in stereo outputs or set so that the left headphone outputs the cue signal (in mono, of course) and the right headphone outputs the master main signal (in mono).

Use the STEREO (the indicator is unlit)/ MONO

SPLIT (indicator is lit) key to change between these two modes.

In the MONO SPLIT mode, the cue signal is output from the left headphone, and the master cue signal from the right headphone. Use the CUE/MST control to adjust the relative levels.

Fader start/stop connections

The four mono mini-jacks (3.5 mm) are connected so that the tip feeds a fader start, and the sleeve feeds a fader stop.

The ground for these connections is provided by the signal ground of the device to which the fader start is made.

NOTE

Even if the device is connected digitally to the X-9 (such as a CD or MD player) for the audio connection, an ana-

Footswitches

You can connect one or two

(optional) footswitches, such as the TASCAM RC-30P model, to the X-9’s FOOT SW jacks. log connection must also be made to provide the ground for the fader start.

Note that the fader start control refers to the program

number—see “About programs” on page 14 (not the

device number).

To activate fader start/stop for individual programs,

follow the instructions in “Fader start” on page 21.

To activate fader start/stop for the devices assigned to the cross-fader signals, follow the instructions in

“Cross-fader start” on page 22.

These footswitches can be used for a variety of purposes, such as sampler control, effect on and off, etc.

Use the menu item ( 08Ft

) (“Menu reference” on page 17) for full details of how these switches can be

set up.

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3 Connections

External effects

The X-9 can send signals to and accept return signals from an external effects unit.

Such a unit can be connected using the SEND (to the effects unit) and RETURN (from the effects unit) jacks.

If the effects unit is only capable of accepting a mono input, read the documentation supplied with the effects unit, and make the appropriate connection to the L effect SEND jack of the X-9.

If the effects unit is only capable of producing a mono output, read the documentation supplied with the effects unit, and make the appropriate connection to the L RETURN jack of the X-9.

NOTE

The return from the external input cannot be output from the digital output.

To use the external effects unit

Turn the EFFECT IN knob to select the signal that will be processed by the effects unit: a program ( 1 through 4 ), the microphone signal ( MIC ) or the master mix ( MST ).

Adjust the input level to the effects unit and the output level of the signal from the effects unit using the controls of the external unit.

Turn the effect loop on and off with the EXT

EFFECT key (it lights when the loop is active).

It is also possible to use an external effects unit through the footswitches (see “Footswitch assignment” on page 18 for details of this menu setting

( 08Ft) )).

TIP

For a strange effect, you can send and return the left channel of a program through one effects unit, and the right channel of the same program through another effects unit with different settings.


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4 – Learning more

The X-9 has four sets of inputs, as well as the two built-in samplers and the microphone input, all of which can be mixed and used as sound sources.

There are a number of different signals that can be fed into the X-9: up to four turntables, and four other

About programs

These inputs are assigned to four mixer channels

(modules), known as programs, and numbered from

1 through 4, The levels of the programs are controlled using program faders.

analog devices, and two digital devices, not to mention the two internal samplers and the microphone.

In order to understand the X-9, it is necessary to get a basic idea of where the signals go.

In addition, each program is equipped with 3-band sweppable sweepable EQ, with variable Q, and a trim control.

The left-right balance of each program is adjusted using the menu system with 19b1 , 20b2 , 21b3 and

22b4

(see “Menu reference” on page 17).

Assigning sources to programs

Use the switches on the top panel to change between the LINE and PHONO inputs.

In addition, there is a key beside each of these switches, allowing you to choose different sources for the programs:

The keys for programs 1 and 2 allow the digital inputs to be selected as an alternative to the PHONO/

LINE pair. When the indicators for these keys are lit

(the digital is selected), the PHONO/LINE switch has no effect.

The keys for programs 3 and 4 allow input 2 to be selected for program 3 and/or input 1 to be selected for program 4. The meaning of inputs 1 and 2 is decided by the PHONO/LINE switches for 1 and 2 and by the digital selection keys.

Trim

When the inputs have been assigned, adjust the level fed to the equalizer, and then the fader, using the program’s TRIM control.

Cross-fading

When the two program sources have been assigned

as shown above (“About programs” on page 14), they

This provides 38 dB of adjustment. Note that turning this control too far clockwise with a powerful input signal may result in a distorted signal.

can be transferred to the outputs through the crossfader and then through the master fader.

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4 Learning more

The two signals that are controlled by the cross-fader are known as A and B .

You can set these to be any of the following using the

ASSIGN A and ASSIGN B controls below and to the right and left of the program faders:

Programs 1 through 4, a sampler ( SAMP 1 for A, and

SAMP 2 for B) or THRU .

The THRU setting is equivalent to OFF. In other words, if either

Note that this is SAMP1 for the ASSIGN A control

Signal flow

The signal flow is therefore: the ASSIGN A or the ASSIGN B control is set to

THRU , no signal is assigned to go through the crossfader on that side, and moving the cross-fader to the side with the THRU setting has no effect on that side.

When THRU is selected, use the appropriate program fader(s) and the master fader.

Move the fader from the left (fully A signal only) to the right (fully B signal only) to perform the crossfade between the two signals.

Incoming signals are assigned to programs

Programs (and samplers) are assigned to the cross-fader A and B signals

Programs (and samplers not assigned to the cross-fader) go straight to the master, together with the mic

The cross-fader determines the A and B levels sent to the master

The master outputs

(what your audience hears)


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4 Learning more

Playing a song

When you have made connections as described in

“Connections” on page 10, you can start playing a

song.

With the program fader at its lowest level (0) and the master fader also at 0, load a CD in the player, or put a record on the turntable connected in the earlier step

Adjusting the output volume

Set the amplifier volume to less than full setting.

Bring the MASTER fader up to about the 7 mark, and slowly bring adjust the program fader until the overall level is what you want.

Use the program meter to view the level of the program signal, and the stereo MASTER meters to check the overall level of the signal fed from the X-9 outputs.

If the top segment of a meter ( 14 dB ) is lit for most of the time, the sound coming out of the X-9 will be

Cue (previewing sounds)

The X-9’s cue system allows you to preview a program through headphones before playing it back through the main amplifier system.

Use the controls as described in

“Headphones (connecting and using)” on page 12 to select the

cue output to the headphones.

Press any of the program CUE keys, the microphone CUE key,

(“Record turntables” on page 10 and “CD decks, etc.” on page 10).

Cue up the CD or record using the cue functions as described below (use headphones to monitor the

CUE output while the CUE indicator for the program with the record is lit).

distorted. You should therefore try to keep the level so that the red segments of the meters are not lit all the time.

You can set the time that the meters take to fall back, as well as the time that they hold peak values, using the 12Mr and 13Mp menus (see “Meter release time” on page 19 and “Meter peak hold time” on page 19).

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We suggest this way of working to avoid possible overloading of the internal amplifiers, and distortion caused by such overloading.

the sampler CUE key or the MASTER cue key to listen to the cue signal for that source.

When one of these keys is active (that is, the source is routed through the cue mix to the headphones), the key is lit.

Remember that no monitoring of the cue signals is possible if none of the CUE keys is lit.

The programs and samplers, are monitored done prefader (that is, moving the program fader or adjusting the sampler LEVEL controls has no effect on the monitor signal level). On the other hand, the master cue output is monitored post-fader (moving the master fader affects the monitoring volume).

The microphone is monitored after the LEVEL control.

Use the CUE/MST headphone control to adjust the balance between the cue and master signals in the headphones.

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5 – Menus

The X-9 uses a menu system to allow various functions to be enabled.

You should read through the menu section (“Menu reference” on page 17) to find out exactly what is

possible—the X-9 may possibly do more than you first thought, thanks to the menu system.

To use the menus:

3

1

5

4

7

6

2

1 Press the FUNCTION key.

2 Turn the DATA knob to select the menu description (a 4-character code shown on the display).

3 Press ENTER to confirm that you want to use this menu.

4 Turn the DATA knob to change the value for the menu.

5 Some menus have only one setting. For these menus, press ENTER to confirm the setting and leave the menu system.

For menus with two settings (for example, first selecting the sampler whose settings will be changed and then changing the setting), press ENTER to confirm the first setting.

6 Turn the DATA knob to set the next value.

7 Press ENTER to confirm the setting and leave the menu system.

Typically, most menus can be performed using either the right and left menu systems (consisting of keys, dial and display).

The menus and the different settings you can make

are listed in “Menu reference” on page 17.

These menu controls are also used with the effects

units, as explained here (“Effects” on page 23).

How the X-9 shows characters

It’s usually fairly clear what’s being shown on the X-

9 display. However, you may want to refer to this chart if you are not quite sure how things are being shown:

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

A B c D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 _ +

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 _ +

Menu reference

The following table provides a list of the menu options available on the X-9, together with the parameters available and their meaning.

In this table, default (factory) settings are marked with a *.

See “Menus” on page 17 for details of how to use the

menu system.


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5 Menus

Function

Headphone EQ

Program 1 fader start

02F1


03F2


04F3


05F4

Cross-fader A start

6cFA

Cross-fader B start

Footswitch assignment

EQ memory store

EQ memory recall

Menu display

01HP

7cFb

08Ft

09EM

10Er

Notes

Sets headphone EQ to normal, high or low boost

Sets fader start for program 1 on or off




Sets the cross-fader to start signal A playback

Sets the cross-fader to start signal B playback

Sets the function of the footswitches connected to the X-9.

Stores currentlyselected EQ settings to memory.

Recalls stored EQ memory settings to current program.

nOr

H

L

* (no EQ)

High boost

Low boost

HL High and low boost

Can be performed on both left and right menu systems.

Takes immediate effect before being confirmed.

OFF

On

OFF

On

* Fader start disabled

Fader start enabled

OFF

On


Fader start enabled

Fader start enabled

OFF

On



Fader start enabled





OFF

On

Fader start disabled

* Cross-fader starts signal A playback

OFF Fader start disabled

On * Cross-fader starts signal B playback

EF * links to internal effects

(1=effect 1, 2=effect 2)

E links to external effects (1& 2= external)

S1

S2

Sampler 1 (1=in, 2=out)

Sampler 2 (1=in, 2=out)

CF Crossfader ( 1 on, hard A side, 1 off, current position; 2 on, hard B side, 2 off, current position)




Use the left menu system for programs 1 and 3.

Use the right menu system for programs 2 and 4.

The EQ MEMO indicator lights when 09EM is selected

When ENTER is first pressed, the lowest empty memory bank number is shown. Use the dial to select a bank.

If the bank already contains a setting, the display shows

SURE . Press ENTER to overwrite, or any other key to cancel.

Use the left menu system for programs 1 and 3.

Use the right menu system for programs 2 and 4.

The EQ RECALL indicator lights when 10Er is selected

Use the dial to select a bank containing EQ memory (only banks containing data are shown).

Press ENTER to recall the memory.

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5 Menus

Function

Program EQ Q values

Meter release time

Meter peak hold time

Digital out

Program fader curve

Program fader reverse

Sampler tempo

Menu display

11_E

12Mr

13MP

14dI

15Fc

16Fr

17St

Notes

Sets the Q value for the

EQ bands of the selected program (see

“EQ Q setting” on page 28)

Sets the fader direction to reverse as described

in “Program fader direction” on page 21.

Sets the sampler playback pitch for either sampler 1 or sampler 2.

After pressing ENTER to select the menu, use the dial to select the band ( H =high,

M *=mid, L =low) and press

ENTER.

A low value of Q nOr Normal value of Q

B high value of Q

Value changes as selection is made. Press ENTER to confirm.

nor * Normal

SLO Slow

Sets the meter release

time (see “Adjusting the output volume” on page 16).

Sets the meter peak

hold time (“Adjusting the output volume” on page 16)

Sets whether the signal from the digital output is pre- or post master fader

Sets the fader curve as described and shown in

“Program fader “curve”” on page 21.

All values are in seconds

OFF

0.5

1.0

2.0

* nOr rEc

* Post-fader signal

Pre-fader signal

After pressing ENTER to select the menu, use the dial to select the program fader to be set ( 1 , 2 , 3 or 4 ) and press

ENTER.

Select from the following:

A1 –6 dB nOr * –12 dB

A2 –24 dB

Press ENTER to confirm.

After pressing ENTER to select the menu, use the dial to select the program fader to be set ( 1 , 2 , 3 or 4 ) and press

ENTER.

Select:

NOr rEV

* Normal

Reverse

Press ENTER to confirm.

After pressing ENTER to select the menu, use the dial to select the sampler to be set

( S1 *, or S2 ) and press

ENTER.

Use the dial to select the value

(from 100 to 100 ) and press

ENTER to confirm.

Use the left menu system for programs 1 and

3.

Use the right menu system for programs 2 and

4.







When sampler data is erased, the value is reset to 0%.


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5 Menus

Function

Mic balance

Program 1 balance




Restore factory presets

Clear all EQ memories

Clear all effect memories

Menu display

18bM

19b1

20b2

21b3

22b4

23FA

24AC

25Ec

Notes

Balances the microphone signal

Balances the program 1 signal




(hard left) L9 to L1 , nor

(center) , r1 to r9 (hard right)

(hard left) ter) ,

(hard left) ter) , ter) , r1 r1 r1

to

L9

to

(hard left)

to

(hard left) ter) , r1

L9 r9

to r9

L9 r9

L9

to

to

(hard right)

L1 , c0 (cen-

(hard right)

to

(hard right)

to r9

L1

L1

L1

,

,

, c0 c0 c0

(cen-

(cen-

(cen-

(hard right)

Restore all menu settings to their factory defaults.

Press ENTER. The display shows SURE .

Press ENTER to restore factory defaults.

Clears all EQ memories Press ENTER. The display shows SURE .

Press ENTER to clear the memories.

Clears all effect memories

Press shows

ENTER. The display

SURE .

Press ENTER to clear the effect memories.









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The X-9 faders are not all that they appear at first sight! Their behavior can be changed so that their

“curve” can fit your way of working, so that they can

Program fader “curve”

The fader “curve” decides how much the signal is cut then the fader is moved to the center position away from the “full on” position.

Fader at full

-6 dB

-12 dB

Volume

-24 dB

6 – Faders

be pulled or pushed to increase the level, and they can also start and stop other devices connected to the

X-9. See below for details.

The program faders can be set individually (they do not all have to share the same setting).

The titles in this illustration refer to the explanation regarding setting as given in “Program fader curve” on page 19 ( 15Fc ).

A1 nOr

A2

Program fader direction

As shipped, the faders on the X-9 work so that when you push them away from you, the level of the signal increases. When the faders are pulled towards you, the level decreases.

Some people prefer to work the other way round, so that pulling the faders towards you increases the volume. Each program fader can be set individually to work the way you prefer. See “Program fader reverse” on page 19 ( 16Fr ) for details.

Alternatively

, you can set fader reverse in the following way:

Fader start

The program faders can be used for automated start or stop of remote devices, using the fader start/stop

jacks (see “Program faders” on page 8 for details of

connections, etc.).

Whether the faders control the start/stop of the remote device is a menu setting, and you can enable or disable the fader start for each fader individually.

Alternatively

, you can use the following method for setting fader start:

1 Press and hold down a FUNCTION key and the matching ENTER key together.

2 Press the CUE key of the program to toggle the fader direction, while holding down the two keys above. The CUE key lights when the fader is reversed.

NOTE

When the fader direction is reversed in this way, the

fader start operation (see “Program fader direction” on page 21) is also reversed.

1 Press and hold down a FUNCTION key and the matching ENTER key together.

2 Press the program selection key ( PHONO/

LINE /DIGITAL or INPUT/INPUT ) while holding down the two keys above to toggle fader start on or off. The selection key lights when fader start is enabled for the program.


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6 Faders

Cross-fader curve

You can change the way in which the signal is changed from the A to B signals as the cross-fader is moved, using the C.F CURVE control.

When this control is fully counter-clockwise, it takes a relatively large movement of the cross-fader from

Cross-fader start

When either of the cross-fader start menus ( 6cFA or

7cFb ) has been set (is on, the C.F START switch is on the ON position) and a suitable connection has been made from the FADER START jack on the rear panel which corresponds to the program number selected), moving the cross-fader to the A and B source automatically starts that source.

Alternatively

, press and hold down one of the

FUNCTION keys and the corresponding ENTER key together.

While holding the ENTER and FUNCTION keys down, press the EXT EFFECT key to toggle crossfader A start on or off.

Cross-fader reverse

The C.F REVERSE switch is used to reverse the direction of the cross-fader.

When the switch is set to ON , the direction of the cross-fader is reversed (that is, movone side towards the center before the opposite crossfader signal level is increased.

When this control is fully clockwise, the opposite cross-fader signal is heard after only a small movement of the cross-fader towards the center.

While holding the ENTER and FUNCTION keys down, press the STEREO/MONO SPLIT key to toggle cross-fader B start on and off.

These methods are equivalent to the menu settings, and changing the settings in this way will also change the menu settings.

Use the C.F START switch in the OFF position to override the menu settings. In other words, if the switch is OFF , and the menu settings are on, cross-fader start is disabled.

However, setting this switch to ON will not automatically enable cross-fader start if the menu setting is not set to on.

ing it towards A makes the B signal louder and the other way round). The cross-fader start is also

reversed (see “Cross-fader start” on page 22).

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Use the two built-in effects units to add effects to the microphone, the four program signals, the samplers

(see “Samplers” on page 26), or the master outputs.

NOTE

For details of connecting and using an external effects

unit, see “External effect” on page 8.

The two internal effects units can be assigned to the following outputs:

EFFECT 1 : microphone, programs 1 and 3 and sampler 1.

7 – Effects

EFFECT 2 : Programs 2 and 4, the master output, and sampler 2.

Assign the effects using the effect assignment controls ( EFFECT POSITION ), which determine where the effect will be used:

Turn the effects on and off using the EFFECT keys. It is also possible to set the footswitches to turn the effects on and off (“Footswitch assignment” on page 18).

Selecting the effect type

Select the effect type (either for effect 1 or effect 2) using the selection control:

The available effects are:

REVERB A reverberation to give an effect of space

DELAY A repeat effect

ECHO Another kind of repeat

FLANGER A swirling sound

AUTO PAN Pans the signal rhythmically from left to right and back again

PITCH

LPF

A pitch shifter effect

“Low pass filter”, sweeping up and down in a

“wah-wah” effect.

TRANS A choppy “transformation” effect.

Editing the effects

Each effect has two parameters which you can change to customize the sound 1 :

LEVEL

the level at which the effect works.

TIME

The time factor which determines the sound of the effect (for example, the speed with which an auto-pan goes between channels)

The time parameter works in conjunction with the:

1. Except for the LPF effect, which has three

parameters. See “Effect parameters” on page 24 for details.

The BEAT parameter

If the “beat” mode is selected with the EFFECT key lit, the X-9 will make its best effort to determine the beat from the music being played from the sourced selected using the selectin control. This beat is then used as the basis for setting the effect time parameter.

BEAT parameter, and is used to synchronize the effect to the received beat of the music or allows manual setting of the timing. See below for details.

To set the LEVEL and TIME parameters:

1 Press the appropriate EFFECT key so that the indicator lights.

2 Press the FUNCTION key so that either the

LEVEL or TIME indicator is lit.

If the LEVEL parameter is selected, use the DATA knob to set the level of the effect (see the table below).

If the TIME parameter is selected, use the DATA knob to set the parameter.

Press ENTER to select the BEAT mode. The BEAT indicator lights.

In the “beat” mode, press the ENTER key as many times as necessary to select the ratio of the effect time to the beat (quarter-notes, etc.) as shown in the display.


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7 Effects

Some music may have rather complex rhythms, and it may be unable to determine the beat automatically.

If the X-9 cannot determine the timing of the music automatically, you can use the

TAP key to set the timing.

The TAP key can also be used to set the tempo used for the effect when the EFFECT key is not lit.

The different values obtainable here (1, 2, 4, 1/2, etc.) allow you to set up interesting rhythms matching the tempo of the music to the effect.

Effect parameters

The following are the parameters which may be set for the X-9’s internal effects:

Effect name LEVEL

REVERB

0 to 100

DELAY

0 to 100

ECHO

FLANGER

AUTO

PAN

0 to 100

0 to 100

0 to 100

TIME

0 to 100 —

BEAT

1 to 3,500 (ms) 2, 1, 3/4, 1/2,

1/4

1 to 3,500 (ms) 2, 1, 3/4, 1/2,

1/4

10 ms to 16 s 32, 16, 8, 4, 2,

1 1/2

10 ms to 16 s 2, 1, 3/4, 1/2,

1/4

The TAP and BPM indicators under the display show whether the timing has been obtained manually

( TAP ) or automatically ( BPM ).

To exit the BEAT mode, turn the DATA knob to enter the time setting mode. Turning the knob again will edit the time value.

Effect name

PITCH

LPF

a

TRANS

LEVEL

0 to 100

0 to 100

0 to 100

TIME BEAT

–100% to

+100%

—

10 to 1,000

(ms)

32, 16, 8, 4, 2,

1 1/2

10 ms to 16 s 2, 1, 3/4, 1/2,

1/4 a. The LPF has a third parameter, which is the frequency at which the filter operates. Press the FUNCTION key, so that the LEVEL and

TIME indicators both light. Use the DATA knob to set this value from 0 to 100.

Storing effects

You can store up to 30 of each type of effect with the settings you have made in the X-9 (these settings are memorized, even when the power is turned off). This means 8 types of effect with 30 memories for each effect = 240 memories in total.

1 Make sure the EFFECT key is lit (if it is not, this procedure will not work).

2 Press and hold the

FUNCTION key for about two seconds. The MEMO indicator blinks, and the display shows MEMO

(MEMO).

MEMO

3 Press the ENTER key. The MEMO indicator now lights steadily, and number of the next empty “slot” for storing effects is shown in the display.

ing the EFFECT key or changing the effect

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If all the available slots have been filled, the display alternately shows FULL (FULL) and

1 .

4 Use the DATA knob to select the number of the slot to store the effect (if you don’t want to use the empty one suggested by the X-9 or if you have to overwrite an existing setting).

The number flashes in the display (or if all slots are full, the display alternately shows

FULL (FULL) and the number you selected.

5 Press the ENTER key. If the slot is empty, the settings are stored in the slot, and the existing settings are overwritten. If there is data already in the slot, the display shows SuRE

(sure). Press ENTER to overwrite, FUNCTION to cancel.

6 Exit the store/recall mode by pressing the

FUNCTION key for about 2 seconds or presstype with the effect selection control.

7 Effects

Recalling stored effect settings

There are two procedures, depending on whether the

EFFECT key is lit or not.

If the EFFECT key is lit…


FUNCTION key for about two seconds. The display shows MEMO

(MEMO).

MEMO

2 Turn the DATA knob counterclockwise so that the effect RECALL indicator is flashing.

3 Press the ENTER key. The RECALL indicator now lights steadily.

4 Turn the DATA knob to choose between the numbers of the slots which have been filled

(the numbers of empty slots are not shown) and dFLt (dFLt—default).

5 Press the ENTER key to recall the settings. The effect is activated, and after one second, the X-9 returns to the “recalled” status in step 3 .

Alternatively:

If the EFFECT key is not lit…


FUNCTION key for about two seconds.

The RECALL indicator lights.

MEMO

2 Turn the DATA knob to choose between the numbers of the slots which have been filled (the numbers of empty slots are not shown) and dFLt (dFLt—default).

3 Press the ENTER key to recall the settings. The effect is activated (but cannot be heard until the EFFECT key is lit), and after one second, the X-9 returns to the “recall ready” status in step 2 .

In both cases:

Exit the store/recall mode by pressing the

FUNCTION key for about 2 seconds or pressing the EFFECT key or changing the effect type with the effect selection control.

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You can clear all stored effect settings using the menu system (25Ec). See “Clear all effect memories” on page 20 for details.


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8 – Samplers

The two samplers can be used to record and play back samples of up to 8 seconds (each) in length.

Recording a sample

1 Select the source from which you will record the sampler.

The sample data is lost when the power to the X-9 is turned off.

3 Press the appropriate IN key to start the sample recording, and the OUT key to stop the sample recording (if you wait for eight seconds after pressing the IN key, recording of the sample stops automatically).

Sampler 1 can take samples from program 1 and program 3 as well as from the microphone. Set the SAMPLER 1 selection control to 1 , 3 or MIC .

Sampler 2 can take samples from program 2 and program 4 as well as from the master mix. Set the SAMPLER 2 selection control to

2 , 4 or MST (master).

NOTE

When recording samples, if the sample is recorded from a program or the master, the level is pre-fader (the fader has no effect on the level sent to the sampler) and if it is the microphone, the level is postLEVEL (the microphone LEVEL control controls the level sent to the sampler).

2 Start playing the source.

The IN and OUT keys light and flash to show when a point has been recorded.

A flashing key means that the key can now be pressed to set the point.

A lit key means that the point has been set.

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When you have recorded a sample, you must change the sampler selection control to one of the playback

modes listed below in “Playing back samples” on page 26 before you can hear it.

Also note that you can use the footswitches in place of the IN and OUT keys, using the menu option 08Ft .

See “Footswitch assignment” on page 18.

Playing back samples

The SAMPLER 1 and SAMPLER 2 selection controls have four settings each controlling playback:

Forward playback (“single shot”)

Looped forward playback

Reverse playback (“single shot”)

Reverse looped playback

Note that this is SAMP1 for the ASSIGN A control

Turn the selection control to the playback type you want to use for the sampler.

You can select sampler 1 as the A output or sampler 2 as the B output. If the sampler is not assigned to one of the cross-fader input signals, the sampler output is sent straight to the master.

Play back the sample by pressing the appropriate IN key, and stop playback (in the case of looped samples) by pressing the OUT key.

You can also stop sample playback before the end of the sample by pressing the OUT key.

If you press the IN key before the sample has finished playing, playback starts again from the start of the sample.

Adjust the final output level with the sampler’s LEVEL control.

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8 Samplers

If you want to preview the playback, use the SAMPLER CUE key

(see “Cross-fading” on page 14).

Editing samples

By editing samples, we mean here the adjustment of the start and end points of the sample.

When the SAMPLER 1 or SAMPLER 2 selection control is turned to EDIT , the sample can be edited (if both are left in the EDIT position, only sampler 1 can be edited).

Use the left DATA knob to adjust the start point of the sample (of course you can only adjust it forward from the original IN point).

Use the right DATA knob to adjust the end point of the sampler (of course, you can only adjust the position backward from the original OUT point).

Naturally, the end point of the sample must come after the start point.

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Don’t forget to turn the sampler selection control away from the EDIT position when you’ve finished editing.

NOTE

When you are editing samples, you cannot turn the effect on or off.

Erasing samples

When a sample has been recorded, (both the IN and

OUT keys are lit), you can erase the contents of the sample.

Sample pitch

The sampler pitch and tempo can be altered by

±100% using the menu system ( 17St ).

Press the IN and OUT keys together to erase the contents of the sampler.

See (“Sampler tempo” on page 19) for details.


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9 – EQ

Each program has three bands of sweepable EQ with adjustable Q available for changing the way that the signal sounds.

Up to 100 settings can be stored, and recalled for later use.

Even if the settings were stored for one program, they can be recalled and used again with another program.

The controls for each program consist of three dual knobs.

The inner knob controls the amount

( GAIN ) that the signal is cut or boosted for the appropriate band. Turn clockwise to boost, counterclockwise to cut.

The amount that the signal is cut can be up to 40 dB of cut, and it can be boosted by up to 12 dB in each band.

EQ Q setting

The ‘Q’ of EQ is how much of the signal is affected by the equalization.

The outer knob of each pair ( FREQ ) controls the frequency on which the band works. Turn clockwise to affect a higher frequency, counter-clockwise to affect a lower frequency.

The HIGH (treble) band can be set to a value between

6 kHz (6,000 Hz) and 20 kHz (20,000 Hz).

The MID (mid-range) band can be set to a value between 200 Hz and 6 kHz (6,000 Hz).

The LOW (bass) band can be set to a value between

20 Hz and 200 Hz.

WARNING

If you turn the GAIN of all bands to a boost signal, you may overload the X-9 and your amplifier, resulting in distortion. “Back off” using the TRIM control if this occurs.

The higher the Q value, the sharper the EQ curve

(and the smaller part of the signal affected by the

EQ).

High Q value

( b setting)

There are three Q values, which may be set for each band using the menu system (see “Program EQ Q values” on page 19 ( 11_E )for details).

Cutting the EQ bands

If you want to make an instant cut of 40 dB in one of the bands, use one of the sets of LO CUT , MID CUT and HI CUT controls to cut the appropriate band

(when the switch is down, the band is cut).

(Low Q value

A setting)

The three settings are A (low Q), Nor (normal setting) and b (high Q).

NOTE

These controls do not affect the input programs directly—they affect the signal assigned to the A and B cross-fade signals.

These controls do not affect the sampler outputs.

Viewing EQ settings

Because its EQ circuits are digital, the X-9 allows you to see the exact figures associated with an EQ setting (for instance, 12 dB of cut at 400 Hz, etc.).

The EQ settings can be viewed for any of the four programs (but not for the microphone, whose EQ settings cannot be memorized and recalled).

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The left display and controls can be used for programs 1 and 3, and the right for programs 2 and 4.

Use the selector switches to select the program.

Use the menu controls corresponding to the selector switch to view the settings for the equalization.

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Note that the MONITOR setting has no meaning in this mode.

When the EFFECT key is off, and no menu settings are being made, turn the DATA knob until the HI , MID or LOW indicator is lit. The display shows the frequency currently set for the program.

Turning either the gain or the frequency control for the band changes the display to either the frequency or the gain for that band.

Remembering and recalling EQ settings

The menu system is used to store the EQ settings of the currently-selected program.

Use either the left or the right menu system for this function, depending on the program. The left display and menu system are used for programs 1 and 3, and the right display and menu system are used for programs 2 and 4.

See “EQ memory store” on page 18 and “EQ memory recall” on page 18 about menu functions 09 and

10 for an explanation of how these are stored and recalled to the 100 memory banks.

All memories can be erased using the menu system

(see “Clear all EQ memories” on page 20— 24Ac )


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10 – Specifications, etc.

I/O specifications

Audio I/O

Analog inputs

LINE 1 through LINE 4

Input level

Input impedance

PHONO 1 through PHONO 4

Input level

Input impedance

MIC input

Input level

Input impedance

RCA pin (unbalanced)

–16 dBV

47 k

Ω

RCA pin unbalanced (with additional SIGNAL GND connector)

–54 dBV

47 k

Ω

XLR balanced (female) a

–55 dBV

2.7 k

Ω

1/4” jack (unbalanced) RETURN (L, R)

Input level

Input impedance

Analog outputs

–10 dBV

22 k

Ω

MASTER OUTPUT (BALANCED)

XLR balanced (male) a

Output level

Output impedance

+ 4dBu

75

Ω

MASTER OUTPUT (UNALANCED) RCA pin (unbalanced)

Output level

Output impedance

BOOTH OUTPUT

Output level

–10 dBV

1 k

Ω

RCA pin (unbalanced)

Output impedance

SEND (L, R)

–10 dBV

1 k

Ω

1/4” jack (unbalanced)

Output level

Output impedance

PHONES (x 2)

Maximum total output level

–10 dBV

1 k

Ω

Stereo 1/4” jack

30 mW + 30 mW

32

Ω

Digital inputs

Total load impedance

Digital output

CH 1, CH 2

DIGITAL OUT

RCA pin, IEC60958 TYPE I or TYPE II (auto-detect)

RCA pin, IEC60958 TYPE II (SPDIF) a. All XLR connectors are wired 1=ground, 2-live (hot), 3=return (cold)

Control I/O

FADER STOP/START 1 through 4

FOOT SW 1, FOOT SW 2

3.5 mm mini-jack (high=5 V, Low (on)=0 V) Tip=PLAY, GND=READY

1/4” jack (for use with RC-30P)

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10 Specifications, etc.

Audio specifications

Program equalization

HIGH (frequency range) gain

MID (frequency range) gain

LOW (frequency range) gain

Microphone equalization

HIGH (frequency range) gain

LOW (frequency range) gain

Frequency response

LINE

PHONO

MIC

Signal-to-noise ratio

PGM

PHONO

MIC

Total harmonic distortion

LINE

PHONO

MIC

Crosstalk

Samplers (1 and 2)

Effector memories

EQ memories

General specifications

Voltage requirements

Power consumption

Applicable electromagnetic environment

Peak inrush current

Dimensions (w x d x h)

Weight

Operating temperature

Supplied accessories

Optional accessories

6 kHz to 20 kHz

–40 dB to +12 dB

200 Hz to 6 kHz

–40 dB to +12 dB

20 Hz to 200 Hz

–40 dB to +12 dB

10 kHz

–12 dB to +12 dB

100 Hz

–12 dB to +12 dB

20 Hz to 20 kHz ±2.0 dB

20 Hz to 20 kHz ±2.0 dB

20 Hz to 20 kHz ±2.0 dB

84 dB (IHF A weighting)



< 0.025%

< 0.035%

< 0.040%

> 70 dB @ 1 kHz

8 seconds of record/playback per sampler

30 x 8 (types) = 240 memories

100

USA/Canada 120 VAC, 60 Hz

U.K./Europe 230 VAC, 50 Hz

Australia 240 VAC, 50 Hz

General export 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 230 VAC, 60 Hz

42 W

E4

0.9 A

320 x 354 x 87(mm)

12.6 x 13.9 x 3.4 (in)

7 kg (15.4 lb.)

5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)

Rack-mounting ears

Rack-mounting kit

Fan cover

Eight RCA plug covers

MIDI/Digital Out board


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Dimensional drawing

320 mm (12.6 in)

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Mounting the X-9 in a rack

When mounting the X-9 in a 19” rack, use only the supplied rack-mount ears and mounting screws, etc.

As shown here, remove the five screws (1) on the left side of the unit.

Locate and fit the left rack-mount angle (with the fan cutout) and fasten it to the X-9 using the five screws removed in the previous step.

Fit the right rack-mount angle in the same way.

Case mounting

WARNING

It is most important that if you are mounting the X-9 in a rack or in a case, that the supplied fan cover and ventilation cover are fitted as explained here. This ensures a smooth airflow, and prevents the fan and ventilation vents from being blocked, which could cause overheating and damage to the X-9.

Remove the two screws (1) on the left side of the X-9 as shown here.

Use the four screws supplied with the fan cover to attach the fan cover.

Repeat the process for the ventilation cover on the right side of the X-9.


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Block diagram

CUE BUSS

MASTER BUSS

SAMPLER 2 TO

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X-9

TEAC CORPORATION

Phone: (0422) 52-5082

TEAC AMERICA, INC.

Phone: (323) 726-0303

TEAC CANADA LTD.

Phone: 905-890-8008 Facsimile: 905-890-9888

TEAC MEXICO, S.A. De C.V

Phone: 5-851-5500

TEAC UK LIMITED

Phone: 01923-819699

TEAC DEUTSCHLAND GmbH

Phone: 0611-71580

7733 Telegraph Road, Montebello, California 90640

5939 Wallace Street, Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 1Z8, Canada

Campesinos No. 184, Colonia Granjes Esmeralda, Delegaacion Iztapalapa CP 09810, Mexico DF

5 Marlin House, Croxley Business Park, Watford, Hertfordshire. WD1 8TE, U.K.

Bahnstrasse 12, 65205 Wiesbaden-Erbenheim, Germany

TEAC FRANCE S. A.

Phone: 01.42.37.01.02

TEAC BELGIUM NV/SA

Phone: 0031-162-510210

3-7-3, Nakacho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo 180-8550, Japan

17 Rue Alexis-de-Tocqueville, CE 005 92182 Antony Cedex, France

Oeverkruid 15, NL-4941 VV Raamsdonksveer, Netherlands

TEAC NEDERLAND BV

Phone: 0162-510210

TEAC AUSTRALIA PTY.,LTD. A.B.N. 80 005 408 462

Phone: (03) 9672-2400 Facsimile: (03)9672-2249

TEAC ITALIANA S.p.A.

Phone: 02-66010500

Oeverkruid 15, NL-4941 VV Raamsdonksveer, Netherlands

280 William Street, Port Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia

Via C. Cantù 11, 20092 Cinisello Balsamo, Milano, Italy

Tascam X-9 Owner's Manual

Professional Digital DJ Mixer

OWNER’S MANUAL

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WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Important Safety Precautions

IMPORTANT (for U.K. Customers)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Table of Contents

1 – Introduction

Some notes and precautions

Environmental considerations

Connections to other equipment

Serial number, etc.

2 – Getting acquainted with the X-9

Road map to front panel functions

See

Program gain level, EQ and assignment section

See

Sampler section

Microphone control

2 Getting acquainted with the X-9

See

Cue selection keys and monitor keys

See

2 Getting acquainted with the X-9

Master fader

See

Program faders

See

See

External effect

See

Cross-fader and fader controls

2 Getting acquainted with the X-9

Effect, menu, etc. management

See

See

See

3 – Connections

Record turntables

CD decks, etc.

Digital connections

Amplifier system

Booth outputs

3 Connections

Microphone (connection and use)

3 Connections

External effects unit

Headphones (connecting and using)

Fader start/stop connections

Footswitches

3 Connections

External effects

To use the external effects unit

4 – Learning more

About programs

Assigning sources to programs

Trim

Cross-fading

4 Learning more

Signal flow

4 Learning more

Playing a song

Adjusting the output volume

Cue (previewing sounds)

5 – Menus

How the X-9 shows characters

Menu reference

5 Menus

Headphone EQ

Program 1 fader start

Program 2 fader start

Program 3 fader start

Program 4 fader start

Cross-fader A start