GE Musical Instrument X 9 User Manual

9101441900  
Professional Digital DJ Mixer  
OWNER’S MANUAL  
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.  
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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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ence 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  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
CAUTION:  
"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.  
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.  
Example of Antenna Grounding as per  
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70  
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 clean-  
ing.  
6) Attachments — Do not use attachments not recommended by the  
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.  
ANTENNA  
LEAD IN  
WIRE  
GROUND  
CLAMP  
ANTENNA  
DISCHARGE UNIT  
(NEC SECTION 810-20)  
ELECTRIC  
SERVICE  
EQUIPMENT  
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS  
(NEC SECTION 810-21)  
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.  
GROUND CLAMPS  
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING  
ELECTRODE SYSTEM  
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 manufac-  
turer’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 com-  
bination to overturn.  
(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 touch-  
ing 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 open-  
ing 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 manufac-  
turer 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.  
10) Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ven-  
tilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from  
overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The open-  
ings 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 instal-  
lation 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 built-  
up 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, con-  
nection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding elec-  
trode.  
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  
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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 indica-  
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.  
Keep the unit away from strong magnetic fields (TV  
sets, computer monitors, large electric motors, etc.).  
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:  
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.  
The nominal temperature should be between 5°C and  
35°C (41°F and 95°F).  
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.  
Relative humidity should be 30 to 90 degrees non-  
condensing.  
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.  
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.  
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 direc-  
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  
of this for future reference (warranty, etc.).  
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2 – Getting acquainted with the X-9  
Road map to front panel functions  
Program level,  
EQ and  
assignment  
section  
Effect, menu, etc.  
management  
Microphone control  
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 sec-  
tion 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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2 Getting acquainted with the X-9  
Sampler section  
The sampler section provides  
the controls for two built-in  
samplers.  
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.  
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.  
use)” on page 11 for full details of how  
to use the microphone with the X-9.  
Cue selection keys and monitor keys  
These keys allow the selection of the programs,  
microphone, sampler, etc. for cueing and preview.  
for details.  
The headphones are used for this purpose, and the  
booth outputs may be used to provide a second set of  
stereo outputs.  
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2 Getting acquainted with the X-9  
Master fader  
The master fader is used to control  
the overall level of the mixed signal  
output from the X-9.  
details of how this works in conjunc-  
tion 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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2 Getting acquainted with the X-9  
Cross-fader and fader controls  
These take care of the A and B outputs which are  
assigned to the cross-fader using the ASSIGN con-  
trols, and then passed to the master stereo output.  
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.  
It is possible to set the cross-fader curve, reversal,  
and allow source starting with the cross-fader.  
Effect, menu, etc. management  
This section handles the effects, the parameter menus  
and the equalization memories of the X-9.  
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3 – Connections  
there is a very real risk of damaging the equipment,  
including the X-9.  
This section gives a brief description of the connec-  
tions you should make before starting to use the X-9.  
NOTE  
WARNING  
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 con-  
forms to this wiring standard.  
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,  
Record turntables  
Only connect record turntables to the PHONO con-  
nectors (1, 2, 3 or 4).  
If the turntables are fitted with grounding wires, con-  
nect 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.  
WARNING  
TIP  
Never connect record turntables to any other type of  
connector on the X-9.  
The X-9 pairs of connectors all have the left connector  
at the top and the right at the bottom. Pairs of pin sig-  
nal cables are typically red for the right channel and  
some other color for the left channel.  
Never connect any other type of equipment to the  
PHONO connectors.  
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 suit-  
ably-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 con-  
nections 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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3 Connections  
When connecting an ampli-  
fication system to the X-9,  
check the inputs of the  
amplifier. If they look like  
either of the connectors shown here, they are XLR  
connectors and are probably balanced.  
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 over-  
heating and possible damage to both the X-9 and to  
the amplification system.  
or  
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.  
Check the rear panel of the amplifier, or the ampli-  
fier’s manual, to make sure. Amplifiers with bal-  
anced inputs should be fed by the MASTER OUTPUT  
(BALANCED) output connectors of the X-9.  
Use the trimmer potentiometers (LEVEL ATT) to  
adjust the output level to the amplification systems.  
Again, you may find it useful to consult the amplifi-  
cation system documentation and/or consult a profes-  
sional sound engineer.  
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 sec-  
ond mix where the level is not controlled  
by the master fader, but by the BOOTH  
LEVEL volume control.  
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 sys-  
tem, you need to connect a microphone  
to the system. The X-9 provides an XLR  
connector for connecting a standard  
(dynamic) microphone.  
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.  
Connect your favorite microphone to  
this connector.  
The microphone signal can be cued (see “Cue (pre-  
viewing sounds)” on page 16) in the same way as  
program signals, using the CUE key (lights when  
active).  
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 sig-  
nal 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.  
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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  
details of connection and use of an external unit, see  
Headphones (connecting and using)  
Connect a standard pair of stereo head-  
phones 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.  
viewing sounds)” on page 16) and the master cue  
mix in the headphones is set using the upper  
PHONES control. Turn counterclockwise for cue sig-  
nals (CUE) and clockwise for main master cue mix  
(MST).  
Use the headphone PHONES  
LEVEL control to adjust the vol-  
ume of the signal from the head-  
phones.  
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 head-  
phone outputs the master main signal (in mono).  
There are four EQ settings, which  
can be made using the menu sys-  
tem (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.  
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  
log connection must also be made to provide the  
ground for the fader start.  
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.  
Note that the fader start control refers to the program  
device number).  
The ground for these connections is  
provided by the signal ground of the device to which  
the fader start is made.  
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  
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.  
These footswitches can be used for a variety of pur-  
poses, 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.  
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.  
Such a unit can be connected using the SEND (to the  
effects unit) and RETURN (from the effects unit)  
jacks.  
Turn the effect loop on and off with the EXT  
EFFECT key (it lights when the loop is active).  
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.  
It is also possible to use an external effects unit  
through the footswitches (see “Footswitch assign-  
ment” on page 18 for details of this menu setting  
(08Ft))).  
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.  
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.  
NOTE  
The return from the external input cannot be output  
from the digital output.  
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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.  
analog devices, and two digital devices, not to men-  
tion 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.  
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 con-  
trolled using program faders.  
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  
Assigning sources to programs  
Use the switches on the top panel to change between  
the LINE and PHONO inputs.  
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.  
In addition, there is a key beside each of these  
switches, allowing you to choose different sources  
for the programs:  
Trim  
When the inputs have been assigned,  
adjust the level fed to the equalizer, and  
then the fader, using the program’s TRIM  
control.  
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.  
Cross-fading  
When the two program sources have been assigned  
as shown above (“About programs” on page 14), they  
can be transferred to the outputs through the cross-  
fader 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.  
the ASSIGN A or the ASSIGN B control is set to  
THRU, no signal is assigned to go through the cross-  
fader 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.  
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 sam-  
pler (SAMP 1 for A, and  
Move the fader from the left (fully A signal only) to  
the right (fully B signal only) to perform the cross-  
fade between the two signals.  
SAMP 2 for B) or THRU.  
Note that this is SAMP1  
for the ASSIGN A control  
The THRU setting is equivalent  
to OFF. In other words, if either  
Signal flow  
The signal flow is therefore:  
Incoming signals are  
assigned to programs  
Programs (and  
samplers not  
Programs (and samplers)  
are assigned to the  
cross-fader A and B  
signals  
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.  
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).  
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.  
distorted. You should therefore try to keep the level  
so that the red segments of the meters are not lit all  
the time.  
Bring the MASTER fader up to about the 7 mark, and  
slowly bring adjust the program fader until the over-  
all level is what you want.  
You can set the time that the meters take to fall back,  
as well as the time that they hold peak values, using  
the 12Mrand 13Mpmenus (see “Meter release time”  
on page 19 and “Meter peak hold time” on page 19).  
Use the program meter to view the level of the pro-  
gram signal, and the stereo MASTER meters to check  
the overall level of the signal fed from the X-9 out-  
puts.  
TIP  
We suggest this way of working to avoid possible over-  
loading of the internal amplifiers, and distortion caused  
by such overloading.  
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 pro-  
gram through headphones before playing it back  
through the main amplifier system.  
the sampler CUE key or the MASTER cue key to lis-  
ten 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.  
Use the controls as described in  
using)” on page 12 to select the  
cue output to the headphones.  
Remember that no monitoring of the cue signals is  
possible if none of the CUE keys is lit.  
Press any of the program CUE  
keys, the microphone CUE key,  
The programs and samplers, are monitored done pre-  
fader (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 mas-  
ter fader affects the monitoring volume).  
The microphone is monitored after the LEVEL con-  
trol.  
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 func-  
tions to be enabled.  
3
4
5
Press ENTER to confirm that you want to use  
this menu.  
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.  
Turn the DATA knob to change the value for  
the menu.  
Some menus have only one setting. For these  
menus, press ENTER to confirm the setting  
and leave the menu system.  
To use the menus:  
3
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.  
1
5
7
4
6
7
Turn the DATA knob to set the next value.  
Press ENTER to confirm the setting and leave  
6
the menu system.  
2
Typically, most menus can be performed using either  
the right and left menu systems (consisting of keys,  
dial and display).  
1
2
Press the FUNCTION key.  
Turn the DATA knob to select the menu  
description (a 4-character code shown on the  
display).  
The menus and the different settings you can make  
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  
Menu  
display  
Function  
Meaning  
Available settings  
nOr* (no EQ)  
Notes  
01HP  
Sets headphone EQ to  
normal, high or low  
boost  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
Headphone EQ  
H
High boost  
Low boost  
L
HLHigh and low boost  
Takes immediate effect  
before being confirmed.  
02F1  
03F2  
04F3  
05F4  
6cFA  
7cFb  
08Ft  
Sets fader start for pro-  
gram 1 on or off  
OFF* Fader start disabled  
OnFader start enabled  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
Program 1 fader  
start  
Sets fader start for pro-  
gram 2 on or off  
OFF* Fader start disabled  
OnFader start enabled  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
Program 2 fader  
start  
Sets fader start for pro-  
gram 3 on or off  
OFF* Fader start disabled  
OnFader start enabled  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
Program 3 fader  
start  
Sets fader start for pro-  
gram 4 on or off  
OFF* Fader start disabled  
OnFader start enabled  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
Program 4 fader  
start  
Sets the cross-fader to  
start signal A playback  
OFFFader start disabled  
On* Cross-fader starts signal A  
playback  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
Cross-fader A start  
Cross-fader B start  
Sets the cross-fader to  
start signal B playback  
OFFFader start disabled  
On* Cross-fader starts signal B  
playback  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
Sets the function of the  
footswitches connected  
to the X-9.  
EF* links to internal effects  
(1=effect 1, 2=effect 2)  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
Footswitch  
assignment  
E
links to external effects (1& 2=  
external)  
S1Sampler 1 (1=in, 2=out)  
S2Sampler 2 (1=in, 2=out)  
CFCrossfader (  
1
on, hard A  
side, off, current position;  
1
2
on, hard B side,  
position)  
2
off, current  
09EM  
Stores currently-  
selected EQ settings to  
memory.  
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 09EMis 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.  
EQ memory store  
EQ memory recall  
10Er  
Recalls stored EQ mem- Use the left menu system for programs 1 and 3.  
ory settings to current  
program.  
Use the right menu system for programs 2 and 4.  
The EQ RECALL indicator lights when 10Eris 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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Menu  
display  
Function  
Meaning  
Available settings  
Notes  
11 E  
Sets the Q value for the  
EQ bands of the  
selected program (see  
Use the left menu sys-  
tem for programs 1 and  
3.  
Use the right menu sys-  
tem for programs 2 and  
4.  
After pressing ENTER to  
select the menu, use the dial to  
Program EQ Q  
values  
_
select the band (H=high,  
M
*=mid, =low) and press  
L
ENTER  
.
A
low value of Q  
nOrNormal value of Q  
high value of Q  
B
Value changes as selection is  
made. Press ENTER to con-  
firm.  
12Mr  
13MP  
Sets the meter release  
page 16).  
nor* Normal  
SLOSlow  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
Meter release time  
Sets the meter peak  
All values are in seconds  
OFF  
05  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
Meter peak hold  
time  
10  
20  
*
14dI  
15Fc  
Sets whether the signal  
from the digital output is  
pre- or post master  
fader  
nOr* Post-fader signal  
rEcPre-fader signal  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
Digital out  
Sets the fader curve as  
described and shown in  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
After pressing ENTER to  
select the menu, use the dial to  
select the program fader to be  
Program fader  
curve  
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.  
16Fr  
Sets the fader direction  
to reverse as described  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
After pressing ENTER to  
select the menu, use the dial to  
select the program fader to be  
Program fader  
reverse  
set (1  
,
2
,
3
or  
4) and press  
ENTER  
.
Select:  
NOr* Normal  
rEVReverse  
Press ENTER to confirm.  
17St  
Sets the sampler play-  
back pitch for either  
sampler 1 or sampler 2.  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
After pressing ENTER to  
select the menu, use the dial to  
select the sampler to be set  
Sampler tempo  
When sampler data is  
erased, the value is  
reset to 0%.  
(
S1*, or S2) and press  
ENTER  
.
Use the dial to select the value  
(from -100to100) and press  
ENTER to confirm.  
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Menu  
display  
Function  
Meaning  
Available settings  
Notes  
18bM  
Balances the micro-  
phone signal  
(hard left) L9to L1  
(center) , r1to r9(hard right)  
,
nor  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
Mic balance  
19b1  
20b2  
21b3  
22b4  
23FA  
Balances the program 1  
signal  
(hard left) L9to L1  
ter) , r1to r9(hard right)  
,
c0(cen-  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
Program 1 balance  
Program 2 balance  
Program 3 balance  
Program 4 balance  
Balances the program 2  
signal  
(hard left) L9to L1  
,
c0(cen-  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
ter) , r1to r9(hard right)  
Balances the program 3  
signal  
(hard left) L9to L1  
,
c0(cen-  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
ter) , r1to r9(hard right)  
Balances the program 4  
signal  
(hard left) L9to L1  
,
c0(cen-  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
ter) , r1to r9(hard right)  
Restore all menu set-  
tings to their factory  
defaults.  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
Press ENTER. The display  
Restore factory  
presets  
shows SURE  
.
Press ENTER to restore fac-  
tory defaults.  
24AC  
25Ec  
Clears all EQ memories  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
Press ENTER. The display  
Clear all EQ  
memories  
shows SURE  
.
Press ENTER to clear the  
memories.  
Clears all effect memo-  
ries  
Can be performed on  
both left and right menu  
systems.  
Press ENTER. The display  
Clear all effect  
memories  
shows SURE  
.
Press ENTER to clear the  
effect memories.  
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6 – Faders  
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  
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.  
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.  
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).  
Fader at full  
-6 dB  
-12 dB  
Volume  
-24 dB  
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.  
1
2
Press and hold down a FUNCTION key and  
the matching ENTER key together.  
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.  
Some people prefer to work the other way round, so  
that pulling the faders towards you increases the vol-  
ume. Each program fader can be set individually to  
work the way you prefer. See “Program fader  
reverse” on page 19 (16Fr) for details.  
NOTE  
When the fader direction is reversed in this way, the  
page 21) is also reversed.  
Alternatively, you can set fader reverse in the fol-  
lowing 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.).  
1
2
Press and hold down a FUNCTION key and  
the matching ENTER key together.  
Press the program selection key (PHONO/  
LINE /DIGITAL or INPUT/INPUT) while hold-  
ing down the two keys above to toggle fader  
start on or off. The selection key lights when  
fader start is enabled for the program.  
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:  
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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.  
one side towards the center before the opposite cross-  
fader signal level is increased.  
When this control is fully clockwise, the opposite  
cross-fader signal is heard after only a small move-  
ment of the cross-fader towards the center.  
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.  
While holding the ENTER and FUNCTION keys  
down, press the STEREO/MONO SPLIT key to tog-  
gle 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 automati-  
cally enable cross-fader start if the menu setting is  
not set to on.  
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 cross-  
fader 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, mov-  
ing it towards A makes the B signal louder and the  
other way round). The cross-fader start is also  
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7 – Effects  
Use the two built-in effects units to add effects to the  
microphone, the four program signals, the samplers  
EFFECT 2: Programs 2 and 4, the master output, and  
sampler 2.  
Assign the effects using the effect assignment con-  
trols (EFFECT POSITION), which determine where  
the effect will be used:  
NOTE  
For details of connecting and using an external effects  
The two internal effects units can be assigned to the  
following outputs:  
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).  
EFFECT 1: microphone, programs 1 and 3 and sam-  
pler 1.  
Selecting the effect type  
Select the effect type (either for  
effect 1 or effect 2) using the  
selection control:  
A reverberation to give an effect of space  
A repeat effect  
REVERB  
DELAY  
ECHO  
FLANGER  
AUTO PAN  
Another kind of repeat  
A swirling sound  
The available effects are:  
Pans the signal rhythmically from left to right and  
back again  
A pitch shifter effect  
PITCH  
LPF  
“Low pass filter”, sweeping up and down in a  
“wah-wah” effect.  
A choppy “transformation” effect.  
TRANS  
Editing the effects  
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.  
Each effect has two parameters which you can  
change to customize the sound1:  
LEVEL the level at which the effect  
works.  
To set the LEVEL and TIME parameters:  
1
Press the appropriate EFFECT key so that  
the indicator lights.  
TIME The time factor which determines  
the sound of the effect (for example, the  
speed with which an auto-pan goes  
between channels)  
2
Press the FUNCTION key so that either the  
LEVEL or TIME indicator is lit.  
The time parameter works in conjunction with the:  
If the LEVEL parameter is selected, use the DATA  
knob to set the level of the effect (see the table  
below).  
1. Except for the LPF effect, which has three  
page 24 for details.  
If the TIME parameter is selected, use the DATA knob  
to set the parameter.  
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.  
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  
The TAP and BPM indicators under the display show  
whether the timing has been obtained manually  
(TAP) or automatically (BPM).  
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.  
To exit the BEAT mode, turn the DATA knob to enter  
the time setting mode. Turning the knob again will  
edit the time value.  
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  
0 to 100  
TIME  
BEAT  
–100% to  
+100%  
PITCH  
Effect name  
REVERB  
DELAY  
LEVEL  
0 to 100  
TIME  
0 to 100  
BEAT  
LPFa  
0 to 100  
0 to 100  
10 to 1,000  
(ms)  
32, 16, 8, 4, 2,  
1 1/2  
0 to 100  
0 to 100  
0 to 100  
0 to 100  
1 to 3,500 (ms) 2, 1, 3/4, 1/2,  
1/4  
10 ms to 16 s 2, 1, 3/4, 1/2,  
1/4  
TRANS  
1 to 3,500 (ms) 2, 1, 3/4, 1/2,  
1/4  
ECHO  
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.  
10 ms to 16 s 32, 16, 8, 4, 2,  
1 1/2  
FLANGER  
10 ms to 16 s 2, 1, 3/4, 1/2,  
1/4  
AUTO  
PAN  
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.  
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.  
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).  
5
6
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.  
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.  
Exit the store/recall mode by pressing the  
FUNCTION key for about 2 seconds or press-  
ing the EFFECT key or changing the effect  
type with the effect selection control.  
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7 Effects  
Recalling stored effect settings  
There are two procedures, depending on whether the  
EFFECT key is lit or not.  
Alternatively:  
If the EFFECT key is not lit…  
If the EFFECT key is lit…  
1
2
3
Press and hold the  
FUNCTION key for  
about two seconds.  
The RECALL indica-  
tor lights.  
1
2
Press and hold the  
FUNCTION key for  
about two seconds. The  
display shows MEMO  
(MEMO).  
MEMO  
MEMO  
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).  
Turn the DATA knob coun-  
terclockwise so that the  
effect RECALL indicator is  
flashing.  
Press the ENTER key to recall the  
3
4
Press the ENTER key. The RECALL  
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.  
indicator now lights steadily.  
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).  
In both cases:  
Exit the store/recall mode by pressing the  
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.  
FUNCTION key for about 2 seconds or press-  
ing the EFFECT key or changing the effect  
type with the effect selection control.  
TIP  
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.  
The sample data is lost when the power to the X-9 is  
turned off.  
Recording a sample  
1
Select the source from which you will record  
the sampler.  
3
Press the appropriate IN key to start the sam-  
ple recording, and the OUT key to stop the  
sample recording (if you wait for eight sec-  
onds 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 micro-  
phone. 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).  
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.  
NOTE  
A lit key means that the point has been set.  
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 post-LEVEL (the  
microphone LEVEL control controls the level sent to  
the sampler).  
TIP  
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.  
2
Start playing the source.  
Playing back samples  
The SAMPLER 1 and SAMPLER 2 selection controls  
sampler output is sent straight to the master.  
have four settings each controlling playback:  
Play back the sample by pressing the appropriate IN  
key, and stop playback (in the case of looped sam-  
ples) by pressing the OUT key.  
Forward playback (“single shot”)  
Looped forward playback  
Reverse playback (“single shot”)  
Reverse looped playback  
Turn the selection control to  
the playback type you want to  
use for the sampler.  
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.  
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  
Adjust the final output level with  
the sampler’s LEVEL control.  
Note that this is SAMP1  
for the ASSIGN A control  
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If you want to preview the play-  
back, use the SAMPLER CUE key  
Editing samples  
By editing samples, we mean here the adjustment of  
the start and end points of the sample.  
Use the right DATA knob to adjust the end point of  
the sampler (of course, you can only adjust the posi-  
tion backward from the original OUT point).  
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).  
Naturally, the end point of the sample must come  
after the start point.  
TIP  
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).  
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.  
Press the IN and OUT keys together to erase the con-  
tents of the sampler.  
Sample pitch  
The sampler pitch and tempo can be altered by  
See (“Sampler tempo” on page 19) for details.  
100% using the menu system (17St).  
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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.  
The outer knob of each pair (FREQ) controls the fre-  
quency on which the band works. Turn clockwise to  
affect a higher frequency, counter-clockwise to affect  
a lower frequency.  
Up to 100 settings can be stored, and recalled for  
later use.  
The HIGH (treble) band can be set to a value between  
6 kHz (6,000 Hz) and 20 kHz (20,000 Hz).  
Even if the settings were stored for one program,  
they can be recalled and used again with another pro-  
gram.  
The MID (mid-range) band can be set to a value  
between 200 Hz and 6 kHz (6,000 Hz).  
The controls for each program consist  
of three dual knobs.  
The LOW (bass) band can be set to a value between  
20 Hz and 200 Hz.  
The inner knob controls the amount  
(GAIN) that the signal is cut or boosted  
for the appropriate band. Turn clock-  
wise to boost, counterclockwise to cut.  
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 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 higher the Q value, the sharper the EQ curve  
(and the smaller part of the signal affected by the  
EQ).  
High Q value  
(Low Q value  
(bsetting)  
Asetting)  
There are three Q values, which may be set for each  
band using the menu system (see “Program EQ Q  
The three settings are A (low Q), Nor (normal set-  
ting) and b (high 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).  
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 set-  
tings cannot be memorized and recalled).  
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9 EQ  
The left display and controls can be used for pro-  
grams 1 and 3, and the right for programs 2 and 4.  
Note that the MONITOR setting has no meaning in  
this mode.  
Use the selector switches to select the program.  
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 fre-  
quency currently set for the program.  
Use the menu controls corresponding to the selector  
switch to view the settings for the equalization.  
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.  
See “EQ memory store” on page 18 and “EQ mem-  
ory 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.  
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 pro-  
grams 2 and 4.  
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  
RCA pin (unbalanced)  
–16 dBV  
LINE 1 through LINE 4  
Input level  
Input impedance  
PHONO 1 through PHONO 4  
Input level  
47 k  
RCA pin unbalanced (with additional SIGNAL GND connector)  
–54 dBV  
Input impedance  
MIC input  
47 kΩ  
XLR balanced (female)a  
Input level  
–55 dBV  
Input impedance  
2.7 kΩ  
1/4” jack (unbalanced)  
RETURN  
(L  
,
R)  
Input level  
–10 dBV  
Input impedance  
Analog outputs  
22 kΩ  
XLR balanced (male)a  
+ 4dBu  
MASTER OUTPUT (BALANCED)  
Output level  
Output impedance  
75  
RCA pin (unbalanced)  
–10 dBV  
MASTER OUTPUT (UNALANCED)  
Output level  
Output impedance  
1 kΩ  
RCA pin (unbalanced)  
BOOTH OUTPUT  
Output level  
–10 dBV  
Output impedance  
1 kΩ  
1/4” jack (unbalanced)  
SEND  
(L  
,
R)  
Output level  
–10 dBV  
Output impedance  
1 kΩ  
Stereo 1/4” jack  
PHONES (x 2)  
Maximum total output level  
Total load impedance  
30 mW + 30 mW  
32  
Digital inputs  
RCA pin, IEC60958 TYPE I or TYPE II (auto-detect)  
CH 1, CH 2  
Digital output  
RCA pin, IEC60958 TYPE II (SPDIF)  
DIGITAL OUT  
a. All XLR connectors are wired 1=ground, 2-live (hot), 3=return (cold)  
Control I/O  
3.5 mm mini-jack (high=5 V, Low (on)=0 V) Tip=PLAY, GND=READY  
1/4” jack (for use with RC-30P)  
FADER STOP/START 1 through  
FOOT SW 1, FOOT SW 2  
4
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10 Specifications, etc.  
Audio specifications  
Program equalization  
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  
HIGH (frequency range)  
gain  
MID (frequency range)  
gain  
LOW (frequency range)  
gain  
Microphone equalization  
HIGH (frequency range)  
gain  
10 kHz  
–12 dB to +12 dB  
100 Hz  
LOW (frequency range)  
gain  
–12 dB to +12 dB  
Frequency response  
LINE  
20 Hz to 20 kHz 2.0 dB  
20 Hz to 20 kHz 2.0 dB  
20 Hz to 20 kHz 2.0 dB  
PHONO  
MIC  
Signal-to-noise ratio  
PGM  
84 dB (IHF A weighting)  
77 dB (IHF A weighting)  
70 dB (IHF A weighting)  
PHONO  
MIC  
Total harmonic distortion  
LINE  
< 0.025%  
< 0.035%  
PHONO  
< 0.040%  
MIC  
Crosstalk  
> 70 dB @ 1 kHz  
Samplers (1 and 2)  
Effector memories  
EQ memories  
8 seconds of record/playback per sampler  
30 x 8 (types) = 240 memories  
100  
General specifications  
Voltage requirements  
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  
Power consumption  
42 W  
E4  
Applicable electromagnetic environment  
Peak inrush current  
0.9 A  
Dimensions (w x d x h)  
320 x 354 x 87(mm)  
12.6 x 13.9 x 3.4 (in)  
Weight  
7 kg (15.4 lb.)  
Operating temperature  
Supplied accessories  
5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)  
Rack-mounting ears  
Rack-mounting kit  
Fan cover  
Eight RCA plug covers  
Optional accessories  
MIDI/Digital Out board  
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Dimensional drawing  
320 mm (12.6 in)  
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10 Specifications, etc.  
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  
Remove the two screws (1) on the left side of the X-9  
as shown here.  
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 ven-  
tilation cover are fitted as explained here. This ensures  
a smooth airflow, and prevents the fan and ventilation  
vents from being blocked, which could cause overheat-  
ing and damage to the X-9.  
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  
S O A T M P L E R 2  
U S S C U E B  
U S S  
M A S T E R B  
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X-9  
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Phone: (0422) 52-5082  
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Phone: 01923-819699  
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Phone: 0611-71580  
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Phone: 01.42.37.01.02  
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