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23. M icrophone e Q section -
 MICROPHONE TREBLE CONTROL - This knob is used to adjust the treble levels of the
Microphone with a maximum signal gain of +12dB or maximum signal decrease of -30dB. Turning  the  
knob  in  a  counter-clockwise  direction  will  decrease  the  amount  of  treble  applied  to  the  microphone 
signal,  turning  the  knob  in  a  clockwise  direction  will  increase  the  amount  of  treble  applied  to  micro-
phone signal.
        MICROPHONE BASS  CONTROL - This knob is used to adjust the low frequency levels of the 
microphone with a maximum signal gain of +12dB or maximum signal decrease of -30dB. Turning the 
knob  in  a  counter-clockwise  direction  will  decrease  the  amount  of  bass  applied  to  the  microphone 
signal,  turning  the  knob  in  a  clockwise  direction  will  increase  the  amount  of  bass  applied  to  micro-
phone signal.
24. Mic 1 & 2 on/o FF Buttons - Individual buttons switch MIC 1 & 2 On and Off. 
						

							
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25.  G nD (G roun D ter Mina L) - Be sure to connect turntable ground leads to either or both of 
the  two  available  ground  terminals.  This  will  reduce  the  humming  and  popping  noises  associated 
with magnetic phono cartridges.
26.    Microphone  2  connector - This  jack  is  used  to  a  connect  a  microphone  to  the  mixer. 
Connect you microphone via this 1/4 inch (6.3mm) jack. The volume output level for this microphone 
will be controlled by the M iC 2 VOLUME kn Ob (21).
27. M ic tri M - This knob is used to adjust the MIC 1 and MIC 2 input level. 
28.   channe L  Line  LeVe L  se Lector  s W itches  - These switches are used to change the volt-
age line levels of there respected  Phono / Aux RCA inputs jacks. When connecting turntables with 
magnetic  cartridges  to  these  jacks  be  sure  the  corresponding  switch  is  in  the  “P hONO”  position, 
and when using line level input devices be sure this switch is in the “AUX” position. Always be sure 
main power is shut off before changing the position of the Line Level Selector Switch.
29.  channe L 1: phono  1/au X 1  input  - The type of input must directly reflect the selected mode 
of the LinE L EVEL  sELEC tO r s wit Ch (28). Turntables equipped with MM pickup cartridge (All DJ 
turntable use MM pick-up cartridges) may be connected to these jacks as long as the Lin E L EVEL 
sELEC tO r  swit Ch (28) is in the “P hONO 1” position. CD players, Tape Decks and other line level 
instruments may only be connected to these jacks as long as the Lin E L EVEL  sELEC tO r  swit Ch 
(28) is  in  the  “AUX  1”  position.  Never  connect  line  level  instruments  (CD  players,  tape  decks,  etc.) 
to these jacks when the Lin E L EVEL  sELEC tO r  swit Ch (28) is in the “P hONO 1” position, this 
M ay  s Eri OU sLy  da Mag E  y OU r Mix Er! The  red  colored  RCA  jack  represents  the  right  channel 
input and the white represents the left channel input. Input volume will be controlled by the channel 
one fader. The channel sOU rCE  sELEC tO r  swit Ch (2) must be in the "Phono 1/Aux 1" position, 
to monitor any source connected to these jacks.
30.  channe L  1:  Line  1 input   Jacks   - dO   nOt  CO nnECt  t Urntab LEs  t O  th Es E  ja Cks! 
CD players, Tape Decks and other line level instruments may be connected to these jacks. The red 
colored RCA jack represents the right channel input and the white represents the left channel input. 
Input volume will be controlled by channel one fader. The channel sOU rCE  sELEC tO r  swit Ch (2) 
must be in the "Line 1" position, to monitor any source connected to these jacks.
31.  channe L 2: phono  2/au X 2  input  - The type of input must directly reflect the selected mode 
of the LinE L EVEL  sELEC tO r s wit Ch (28). Turntables equipped with MM pickup cartridge (All DJ 
turntable use MM pick-up cartridges) may be connected to these jacks as long as the Lin E L EVEL 
sELEC tO r  swit Ch (28) is in the “P hONO 2” position. CD players, Tape Decks and other line level 
instruments may only be connected to these jacks as long as the Lin E L EVEL  sELEC tO r  swit Ch 
(28) is  in  the  “AUX  2”  position.  Never  connect  line  level  instruments  (CD  players,  tape  decks,  etc.) 
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to these jacks when the LinE L EVEL  sELEC tO r  swit Ch (28) is in the “P hONO 2” position, this 
M ay  s Eri OU sLy  da Mag E  y OU r Mix Er! The  red  colored  RCA  jack  represents  the  right  channel 
input and the white represents the left channel input. Input volume will be controlled by the channel 
two fader. The channel sOU rCE  sELEC tO r  swit Ch (2) must be in the "Phono 2/Aux 2" position, 
to monitor any source connected to these jacks.
32.  channe L  2:  Line  2 input   Jacks   - dO   nOt  CO nnECt  t Urntab LEs  t O  th Es E  ja Cks! 
CD players, Tape Decks and other line level instruments may be connected to these jacks. The red 
colored RCA jack represents the right channel input and the white represents the left channel input. 
Input volume will be controlled by channel two fader. The channel sOU rCE  sELEC tO r  swit Ch (2) 
must be in the "Line 2" position, to monitor any source connected to these jacks.
33.  channe L 3: auX 3  input  - dO nOt  CO nnECt t Urntab LEs t O th Es E ja Cks! CD players, 
Tape Decks and other line level instruments may be connected to these jacks. The red colored RCA 
jack represents the right channel input and the white represents the left channel input. Input volume 
will be controlled by channel three fader. The channel sOU rCE  sELEC tO r  swit Ch (2) must be in 
the "Aux 3" position, to monitor any source connected to these jacks.
34.  channe L  3:  Line  3 input   Jacks   - dO   nOt  CO nnECt  t Urntab LEs  t O  th Es E  ja Cks! 
CD players, Tape Decks and other line level instruments may be connected to these jacks. The red 
colored RCA jack represents the right channel input and the white represents the left channel input. 
Input volume will be controlled by channel three fader. The channel sOU rCE  sELEC tO r  swit Ch 
(2) must be in the "Line 3" position, to monitor any source connected to these jacks.
35.  channe L 4: rca  Line  input  Jacks  - dO nOt  CO nnECt t Urntab LEs t O th Es E ja Cks!  
These  Jacks  are  used  for  line  level  inputs.  Connect  CD  players  or  Tape  Decks  to  line  level  inputs. 
Line  level  musical  instruments  with  stereo  outputs  such  as  Rhythm  Machines  or  Samplers  should 
also be connected to line level inputs. The red colored RCA jack represents the right channel input 
and the white represents the left channel input. Input volume will be controlled by the channel four 
fader. The  channel sOU rCE  sELEC tO r  swit Ch  (2) must  be  in  the  "Line  4"  position,  to  monitor 
any source connected to these jacks. 
36.   rec  out  - This is a low current unbalanced output source designed for various tape and CD 
recorders. The Record Out (REC OUT) level is dictated by the Chann EL Fad Er L EVEL  (19), it is not 
influenced by the Mast Er V OLUME  COntr OL (5).
37.  Zone  Le Ve L o utput - Use this separate output signal to drive a booth monitor or separate 
sound  system.  The  output  level  for  these  jacks  will  be  controlled  by  the ZO nE VOLUME   knOb 
(15). These RCA jacks send a low current, unbalanced output signal. These jacks should only be 
used for shorter cable runs (under 15 feet) to signal processors or looping to another mixer. 
38.    rca   Master  o utputs  - The  Master  Output  includes  a  pair xLr  b aLan CEd ja C ks  (41) 
as well as a pair of RCA Unbalanced Jacks. The RCA jacks send a low current unbalanced output 
signal.  These  jacks  should  only  be  used  for  shorter  cable  runs  to  signal  processors  or  looping  to 
another mixer. For cable runs greater than 15 feet use the xLr  b aLan CEd ja C ks (41).
39.  pLa Y er  contro L channe Ls   1  -  4  - This  jack  is  used  to  control  the  “Q-Start”  function 
between the mixer and a compatible American Audio® or American DJ® CD Player. For more infor-
mation on “Q-Start” functionallity refer to the user manual included with your CD player.  Be sure to 
only use the mono tip mini plug included with your CD player to avoid damage to the mixer and/or 
the CD player. 
						

							
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40.  triM output  - This knob is used to adjust the maximum voltage output level. Output voltage 
wil range from 0v ~ 9v. This function may be used to limit the maximum siganl output level.
41.  BaLance D  XL r  M aster  o utputs  Jacks  - The  Master  Output  includes  a  pair  of  XLR 
Balanced  jacks  as  well  as  a  pair  of r C a  Unba Lan CEd ja C ks  (38).  The  3-pin  XLR  jacks  send  a 
high current balanced output signal. These jacks should be used when you will be driving an amp or 
other audio equipment with a balanced input, or whenever you will be running a signal line greater 
than 15 feet. Always, use these jacks whenever possible. 
42.  ac connection   - This  connector  is  used  to  supply  main  power  to  the  unit  via  the  included 
detachable power cord. The power connection uses an I.E.C. type connector, use only the supplied, 
polarized AC power cord. Use only a power cord that matches this type of connection. Be sure to 
only connect this unit to a power outlet that matches the printed power label on the unit. Never use 
a power cord when the ground prong has been removed or broken off. The ground prong is used to 
reduce  the  risk  of  electrical  shock  in  case  of  an  electrical  short.  This  cord  is  designed  to  fit  in  one 
direction  only.  Do  not  attempt  to  force  a  cord  if  it  does  not  fit,  be  sure  the  cord  is  being  inserted 
properly.
43.   ac  VoLta Ge se Lector   - This  switch  is  used  to  change  the  operating  voltage.  Operating 
voltage can be toggled between 115 v~60 hz or 230 v~50 hz. Be sure the selector is set to the proper 
voltage for your area before attempting to operate the unit. Always be sure main power is shut off 
before change the position of the  voltage Selector Switch.
*Only dual voltage units have this switch. 
						

							
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44.  poWer LeD - This LED will indicate whether the power is on or off.
45.  recorD  seLect knoB - This knob is used to select the channel to record from.
46. recorD  start/stop Button - This button is used to start and stop recording to your USB 
device.
47.  track seLect Buttons - 
              This button is used to select a track. Tapping this button will forward skip to the next track, 
holding down this button will rapidly forward skip through the tracks. 
                   This  button  is  used  to  select  a  track.  Tapping  this  button  will  back  skip  on  track,  holding 
down this button will rapidly BACk  SkIP through the tracks.
48.  pLa Y/pause Button - Each press of the pLay/paUsE  bUttOn (48) causes the operation to 
change  from  play  to  pause  or  from  pause  to  play.  While  in  play  mode  the  green  play  LED  will  glow, 
and while in pause mode the green play LED will flash.
49.  usB  port - This is the USB port where you can insert a USB stick, USB SD Card reader, or com-
patiable external hard drive for playback. VerY iMportant:  pLease see paGe 7  For DetaiLs 
reGarDinG/usinG  usB DeVices.
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 Q RECORD                                                    USB PLAYER BASIC OPERATIONS
Figure 1: To remove the USB device make sure that the USB device is not in play mode, then gently remove the device.
Figure 2: tapping the reverse track 
button  will  jump  back  to  the  previ-
ous track.
Figure  3: tapping  the  forward  track 
button  will  skip  forward  to  the  next 
track..
1.  LOADING/EJECTING AN USB  STICk
The  Q  Record  can  read  an  USB  stick  or  USB  Card  Reader. the  auio  files  located  on  the usB  stick  or 
on the sD card must be Mp3 format. You cannot have any other type files on the  usB stick or 
sD card.  When connecting a USB stick, USB card reader, or external hard drive make sure you are correctly 
lined up with the USB port and gently insert the USB connection. To disconnect a USB device, stop playback 
and remove the USB device. please see page 7 for  sD card and  usB drive information.
CAUTION:
•   NEvER attempt to remove a USB device while in PLAY mode.
2. SELECTING TRACkS
Select a desired track by using the traCk bUttOns (47). Tapping the traCk bUttOns (47) once will select 
either the next higher or lower track.
Figure 1
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Figure 3Figure 2 
						

							
5. stoppinG pLaYBack - Figures 4 & 5
Stopping playback will not stop the reading mecha-
nism,  but  merely  pause  the  track,  this  function  al-
lows  the  unit  to  begin  play  instantly.  The  reading 
mechanism  will  only  stop  if  a  USB  device  is  re-
moved.  Press  the pLay/paUsE  bUttOn  (48)  dur-
ing  playback. This will pause playback at the exact 
same point the pLay/paUsE  bUttOn (48) was    
pressed.  
3. startinG  pLaYBack - Figure 4
When a USB device is connected pressing the pLay/
paUsE  bUttOn  (48)  to  start  playback.  The pLay/
paUsE bUttOn LED will glow as soon as playback 
begins. 
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Figure 4
Figure 5
4.  p ausinG - Figure 4
This function pauses playback at the exact same point the pLay/paUsE  bUttOn (48) was pressed. Pressing 
the pLay/paUsE  bUttOn  (48) will  switch  between  play  and  pause  modes.  When  the  unit  is  in  pause  mode 
the pLay/paUsE bUttOn LED will begin to flash repeatedly.
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recorDinG to  Your usB DeVice:
1. Select the channel to record from and turn the RECORD SELECT  kNOB (45) to that channel.    
    Insert your USB device into the USB port (49).
2. Press the RECORD START/ STOP button (46) on the Q Record, when the button LED begins to     
    blink start playing the track(s) you wish to record. Your are now recording to your USB device.
3. After you finished recording your desired material, press the RECORD START/STOP button (46)    
 
    to stop recording to your USB device.  
						

							
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This image details a typical DJ Set Up consisting of a microphone, turn-
tables, CD players, and a tape deck.
note: Turntables can only be connected to the PHONO LEvEL RCA 
JACkS. Be sure the LINE LEvEL SELECTOR SwITCHES are in the 
"PhONO" position when using turntables. 
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C A S S E T T E   D E C K
TURNTABLE
TURNTABLE
RCA Cables are connected from the rear of the DCD-PRO1000 transport unit. Flip-Flop cables are conncected from the rear of the DCD-PRO1000 player unit. 
						

							
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Balanced XLR male to XLR female Cables
American Audio v4001™
Typical Balanced Output Set-up
This  image  details  a  typical  stereo  output  layout.  Note  the  use  of  the  Balanced  XLR  Jacks  on  both 
the mixer and the amplifier.  Always use the balanced output jacks whenever possible. The balanced 
output jacks should always be used for cable runs in excess of 15 feet. \
Using the balanced jacks will ensure a clean signal through out the entire audio system.
RCA to RCA Patch Cables
C A S S E T T E   D E C K
Speaker Cables 
						

							
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Due to fog residue, smoke, and dust, cleaning the mixer should be carried out periodically to residue 
build up.  
1.   Use normal glass cleaner and a soft cloth to wipe down the outside casing.
2.    Use a cleaner specially designed for electronics to spray in and around the knobs and switch.     
 This will reduce small particle built up that can effect the proper operation of the mixer. 
3.   Cleaning should be carried out every 30-60 days to prevent heavy built up.
4.  Always be sure to dry all parts completely before plugging the mixer in.
Cleaning frequency depends on the environment in which the mixer operates (i.e. smoke, fog residue, 
dust, dew).
The crossfader is “hot Swapable” which means it may be replaced at any time, even when power is 
applied. Only replace with American Audio Part Feather Fader Plus. Replacing with any o\
ther model 
fader may seriously damage your mixer.
Replacing the Crossfader:
1.   Disconnect the mixers main power supply
2.  Using a number two Phillips screw driver, unscrew the each of the stainless steel retain screws    
 that hold the crossfader in place.
3.   gently remove the crossfader from its seated position. You may need to wiggle the crossfader    
 slightly to remove it.
4.  After removing the crossfader, disconnect the ribbon cable that attaches the crossfader to the    
 PC board. grasp the crossfader by its base and pull the ribbon cable by its connector not the \
   
 actual cables. The connector is designed to only fit one way, so don’t worry about the connec-   
 tors orientation.
5.  Connect the new crossfader to the ribbon cable and replace in reverse order.
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  Q  RECORD                                                                          C ROSSfADER  REPLACEMENT