Stanton C.503 CD Player User Manual
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1. 2 1 CUE The C 503 will always memorize the last played start point as the main cue point After play has begun pressing the CUE button re locates the audio and plays it from that point Although very quick the CUE button is not seamless NOTE To create a new cue point simply find the desired location and press PLAY The last location when play was pressed is now the current the cue point This can be done with or without stutter mode using jog wheel or search buttons Stutter play with the CUE Button Once a CUE point has been created the unit will play when this button is pressed and enter pause mode when CUE button is released If the PLAY button is pressed during CUE playback the unit will go into normal play mode 2 2 MEMORY CUE The C 503 can have three flash seamless cue points stored with the CUE 1 3 buttons These other cue points can be done on the fly without pressing play or pausing the audio or in stutter mode using the Jog Wheel or Search buttons To memorize the CUE 1 3 points 1 Press MEMORY CUE button to enter the unit into MEMORY CUE mode if not already lit this button will light up green 2 Find the desired point in audio where you want to create a CUE point 3 Press the MEMORY CUE button until the parameter display in LCD shows SEt 4 Press the desired CUE button 1 2 or 3 within 5 seconds to store the desired CUE point in that bank NOTE When the bank buttons 1 2 or 3 has a point sto2. 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 A that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the pres ence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance aero WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK 3 aan HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS Model ber e APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Functions and Controls Layout 1 1 Main Unit Front Panel 1 2 Main Unit Rear Panel 1 3 Remote Controller Front Panel 1 4 Remote Controller Bottom Panel 1 5 LCD 2 Standard Operation 2 1 CUE 2 2 MEMORY CUE 2 3 Flash Start 2 4 Looping 2 5 Adjusting the tempo 2 6 Pitch Bending 2 7 KEY LOCK 2 8 PITCH LOCK 2 9 BPM TAP 3 Advanced Operation 3 1 KEY SHIFT 3 2 BRAKE 3 3 VINYL 3 4 Track Memory 3 5 Fader Start 3 6 Relay Play 3 7 Auto Cue 3 8 Program Play 3 9 Preset Menu 3 10 Back Up Memory 4 Specifications 5 Error Messages Troubleshooting FUNCTIONS amp CONTROLS 1 Main Unit Front Panel 0 0 00 Ole e G J O e oO 1 Disc Trays Insert CDs into these trays label side upwards NOTE
3. 482 x 94 x 272 Remote control unit 482 x 132 x 83 Weight Main unit 5 7kg Remote control unit 1 8kg The following values are applicable when Key and Pitch tempo values are set to 0 Frequency response 20 20kHz 0 5 1 0dB Dynamic range gt 95dB S N ratio gt 95dB Total harmonic distortion lt 0 01 at 1kHz ERROR MESSAGES amp TROUBLESHOOTING Error Messages occur when there is known issue problem with the playback device Below are the Error numbers and explanation of the problem and how to correct it Err 01 TOC Read error the disc s Table of Contents cannot be read within 20 seconds try with another disc or remove and clean the existing disc before replacing it Err 02 GFS error GFS signal cannot be detected within five seconds try with another disc or remove and clean the exist ing disc before replacing it Err 03 Focus error after repeating the attempt eight times to focus an error still occurs try with another disc or remove and clean the existing disc before replacing it Err 04 Sub Q error the sub Q code cannot be detected twice within five seconds try with another disc Err 05 Loading error the open or close operation cannot be completed even after retries or there is an internal error make sure that there are no obstructions preventing the tray s operation Err 06 Sled error an internal drive error try turning the power off waiting a few seconds and turning it on again Err 07 Erro
4. The C 503 reads Audio from CDs amp CD Rs Audio Only CD RWs 2 Tray LEDs When power is turned on these two LEDs will light 3 OPEN CLOSE Buttons Open and close the appropriate disc tray To avoid mistakes direct mode is off by default therefore the CDs cannot be ejected when in Play mode NOTE Direct Mode allows the CD to eject regardless of play status see Preset Menu 4 POWER switch Turns the power on and off The tray LEDs light blue when power is supplied When the Timer Start function is on playback begins when power is supplied 1 2 Main Unit Rear Panel gt ouTPUT o o o aD oz O et ete ll ll OO QO O C O 0 5 OUTPUT jacks RCA unbalanced RCA connectors providing line level output signals one set each for discs 1 and 2 Maximum output level is 6dBV 2Vrms 6 DIGITAL OUTPUT jacks COAXIAL S PDIF Coaxial connectors provide S DIF digital output signals These connectors can output the 44 1KHz digital signals con stantly even if pitch control is activated 7 FADER START jacks The C 503 can be controlled using the external fader start command through these jacks Connect the mixer which sup ports the fader start function with appropriate 1 8 Fader Start cable as well as audio signal TIP Start GND back cue NOTE When using the fader start function connect the audio signal with the mixer as well Also two 1 8 fader start cables ar
5. current selected memory bank this indicator lights 36 TRACK indicator Shows the current track selected playing 37 REMAIN indicator When the time mode is set to time remaining mode this indicator lights 38 SGL indicator When the play mode is set to single play this indicator lights 39 RPT indicator When the play mode is set to either single repeat or all repeat play mode this indicator lights 40 PGM indicator When the play mode is set to programmed play this indicator lights 41 Time display This section is used to show track number time values or messages 42 Memory bank indicators Lights the current selected memory bank indicator 43 A CUE indicator Lights when AUTO CUE function is turned on 44 RELAY indicator Lights when relay play is set to on 45 LOOP indicator Lights when sampler loop play is engaged 46 Time Address Bar Shows the current play position relative to the currently selected track 47 PAR indicator Lights when parameter display shows the effect parameter 48 TEMPO indicator Lights when parameter display shows the TEMPO PITCH value 49 KEY indicator Lights when parameter display shows the key value Lights when key value is set to other than 0 zero 50 Parameter display Displays the various parameters of 47 51 51 TAP BPM indicator Lights when parameter display shows the tap BPM value 52 KEY LOCK indicator Lights when KEY LOCK function is activated
6. is displayed in the LCD screen Pressing and holding the SHIFT button then pressing the CUE button AUTO CUE turns the AUTO CUE function on and off NOTE Default setting is ON 3 8 Program Play The C 503 features up to 30 tracks of program play function Program memory itself is maintained even if power is turned off and if CD is not ejected the program list will be backed up NOTE If the disc is ejected program will be erased Once one of the CUE 1 3 buttons is pressed programmed play will be cancelled Create the program 1 Enter the program edit mode PROGRAM by pressing and holding the SHIFT button then pressing the CNT SGL but ton 2 Program number is shown in the parameter display of LCD Select the desired track with the track select buttons 3 Go to next program number by pressing the TIME ENTER button or using the Jog wheel 4 Repeat steps 2 3 5 Exit the program edit mode PROGRAM by pressing and holding the SHIFT button then pressing the CNT SGL but ton Edit program 1 Enter the program edit mode PROGRAM by pressing and holding the SHIFT button then pressing the CNT SGL but ton 2 Program number is shown in the parameter display Select the desired program number with the Jog wheel 3 Select desired track with track skip buttons 4 Repeat 2 3 5 Exit the program edit mode PROGRAM by pressing and holding the SHIFT button then pressing the CNT SGL but ton Insert program 1 Enter th
7. the merchandise when returned pursuant to the terms and conditions set forth herein Please register your product online at www stantondj com or mail your completed warranty card to Stanton Magnetics Inc 3000 SW 42 St Hollywood Florida 33312 ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFO For U S A TO THE USER This equipment has beentested 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 accor dance 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 express ly approved by Stanton for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment This product has been designed and manufactured according to FDA regulations title 21 CFR chapter 1 subchapter J based on the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968 and is classified as a class 1 laser product There is no hazardous invisible laser radiation during operation because invisible laser radiation emitte
8. NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE CAUTION Handle the power supply cord carefully Do not damage or deform the power supply cord If it is damaged cut or deformed it may cause electric shock or malfunction when used When removing from wall outlet be sure to remove by holding the plug attachment and not by pulling the cord In order to prevent electric shock do not open or disassemble If a problem occurs contact your dealer or an authorized service center Do not place metal objects or spill liquid inside the CD player Electric shock or malfunction may result To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove any cover No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service personnel only The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of un insulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operation and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying this appliance Product complies with DHHs rule 21 CFR subchapter J in effect at date of manufacture To prevent electric shock do not use this polarized plug with an extension cord receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent bla
9. PITCH LOCK function When PITCH LOCK function is turned on pitch control devices such as Jog Wheel Pitch Fader and Pitch Bend buttons are ineffective the Pitch will remain locked at zero 0 until deactivated NOTE When the PITCH LOCK function is turned on parameter display shows in the TEMPO PITCH section of the LCD screen 2 9 BPM TAP Button The C 503 features a manual BPM calculation Set the parameter display mode to BPM by Pressing RECALL DISPLAY until BPM shows in LCD or just begin tapping the BPM TAP button Pressing the BPM TAP button repeatedly suggest ed 8 times or more enters the song tempo BPM in manually This manual BPM is shown in the LCD parameter dis play and the BPM TAP button blinks in tempo The BPM displayed is affected by the pitch slider If the pitch slider is moved the BPM will be changed automatically Pressing and holding the TAP button for more than 1 5 seconds erases the tapped BPM value Also pressing and hold ing the TAP button then moving the Jog wheel within 1 5 seconds adjusts the BPM manually in 0 1 steps MORE ADVANCED OPTIONS 3 1 KEY Shift When pitch range is set to 4 8 or 16 pressing the KEY SHIFT button turns on and off the KEY SHIFT function When KEY SHIFT function is turned on backlight the harmonic KEY can manually be adjusted independent of Pitch via the Jog Wheel For example you can adjust the harmonic NOTE KEY of a track without affectin
10. RESET Clears the all track memories and initializes the preset menu SHIFT CTN SGL PROGRAM Enters the program edit mode and program play mode SHIFT TIME ENTER RECALL DISPLAY Selects the parameter display mode and enters the track memory recall mode SHIFT PITCH RANGE BANK Selects the memory bank for the track memory A E SHIFT MEMORY CUE MEMO INS Enters the track memory store mode SHIFT LOOP REPEAT DEL Selects the repeat play mode and deletes tracks while in memory mode SHIFT PLAY PAUSE RELAY PLAY Toggles the RELAY PLAY function on and off SHIFT CUE AUTO CUE Toggles the AUTO CUE function on and off SHIFT JOG Enters preset menu mode For more information on SHIFT functions read below and see advanced operation 13 LCD Displays visual feedback for C 503 functions 14 SELECT Buttons Use these to perform track searches next previous track Search from track to track either forward up arrow or back ward down arrow with these buttons 15 SEARCH Buttons Search within the track selected either forward gt gt or backward lt lt with these buttons When unit is pausing pressing this button shortly moves the start cue point in 1 frame steps This also enters is stutter mode 16 CTN SGL PROGRAM Button Selects the play mode either continuous or single mode Pressing and holding the SHIFT button then pressing this button enters the program edit mode and
11. Stanton Professional Dual CD Player C 503 OPEN CLOSE CTN SGL TIME ENTER KEY SHIFT KEYLOCK a BANK MODE PITCH Lock a ma OKO OPEN CLOSE CTN SGL TIME ENTER HRANGE KEY SHIFT KEY Lock BANK MODE WewowwcuE ca PITCH tock O tos uoluD1s A YU OPEN CLOSE 1 ON OFF m power OPEN CLOSE 2 O eos oluD1s O u User Manual Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the latest addition to the growing Stanton family of professional DJ gear Sporting a new attitude and a fresh modern look the Stanton C 503 is a dual rackmount CD player with designed to give club and mobile DJs a powerful yet simple tool to mix create and perform their best Designed for DJs who want solid reliable performance and the latest technology the workhorse C 503 boasts powerful features like scratching seamless looping programmable hot cue points plus digital Key Lock and Key Shift functions for creating more exciting mixes Thoughtfully designed and engineered to give you the most intuitive and instinctual experience possible the C 503 delivers all these features in a logical layout with quality components at a price working DJs can afford We re proud to bring you the new look feel and sound of Stanton SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO
12. Stanton dealer not in the same country as the merchandise was intended to be sold or as set forth above will void this warranty To initiate a warranty repair you must contact the authorized Stanton dealer from whom you purchased the merchandise and follow such authorized Stanton dealer s return policy Stanton assumes no risk and shall be subject to no liability for damages or loss resulting from the specific use or applica tion made of the merchandise Stanton s liability for any claim whether based on breach of contract negligence infringe ment of any rights of any party or product liability and relating to the merchandise shall not exceed the price received by Stanton from your purchase of such merchandise In no event will Stanton be liable for any special incidental or conse quential damages including loss of use loss of profit and claims of third parties however caused whether by the negli gence of Stanton or otherwise To the extent permitted by law and except as otherwise provided above Stanton disclaims any express or implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose The above warranty provides you with specific legal rights You may also have additional rights which are subject to vari ation from state to state and country to country If there is a dispute regarding the warranty of merchandise that does not fall under the warranty conditions stated above please include a written explanation with
13. a confined space such as a book case or similar unit Optical pickup Type KSS 213C Manufacturer SONY Corporation Laser output Less than 0 4 mW on the objective lens Wavelength 760 800 nm
14. and when insert the disc playback is started automatically 03 rEAd TOC Read Mode nor AUt Selects the TOC read mode nor Uses the previous servo value AUt Adjust the servo value every time 04 rECALL Memory Auto Recall Mode nor AUt Selects the track memory recall mode nor Recall the track memory data when recall operation is done AUt Recall the tempo setting tempo range KEY setting Key lock setting and BPM value from track memory data when track is selected 05 F PrE Factory Preset SUrE Initialize the preset menu 06 ALLCLr Memory All Clear SUrE Clear the all memorized data Indicates Factory Default Setting 3 10 Back Up Memory Each time you turn off the power the status of following features are stored into backup memory Time mode Play mode Brake on off Brake Time Key Lock on off Auto Cue on off Relay Play on off Pitch Range Memory Bank Preset Settings Program Effect on off REVERSE on off SPECIFICATIONS Disc type 8cm 12cm CD Number of channels 2 channel Resolution 16 bit Sampling frequency 44 1kHz Analog output RCA pin jack Output impedance lt 1kohm Maximum output level 6dBV Digital output Coaxial Format S PDIF Voltage requirements USA Canada 120V AC 60Hz UK Europe 230V AC 50Hz Australia 240V AC 50Hz Power consumption 27W Peak inrush current 0 9A Applicable electromagnetic environment E4 Dimensions W x H x D mm Main unit
15. art from the CUE 1 3 or loop points will not be seamless when performed on the first try because there are no data in the RAM buffer just after the recall operation Once playing from cue points CUE 1 3 and or loop start point flash start and or looping can again be performed seamlessly 3 5 Fader Start Connect the Fader Start jack on the rear panel of the main unit and Fader Start jack on the external device which sup ports the fader start function for example RM series mixers M 404 SMX 211 Use the Fader Start cable which is sup plied to perform the fader start back cue performance via mixers crossfader Check your mixer s owner s manual for ver ification of this feature TIP Start low active more than 50ms GND Back cue low active more than 50ms 3 6 Relay Play Pressing and holding the SHIFT button then pressing the PLAY PAUSE button RELAY PLAY turns the relay play func tion on and off When the relay play is turned on the RELAY indicator is displayed in the LCD screen NOTE Turning on the Relay play function either control unit 1 or 2 turns on the relay play function While the relay play is acti vated when unit 1 finishes playback unit 2 will start playback automatically and vice versa 3 7 Auto Cue Auto cue function allows the unit to search the beginning of the song and pause there automatically The detection level is fixed to 54dB When Auto cue function is turned on the A CUE indicator
16. d inside of this product is completely confined in the protective housings The label required in this regulation is shown 1 For U S A CAUTION DO NOT REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE HOUSING USING A SCREW DRIVER USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IF THIS PRODUCT DEVELOPS TROUBLE CONTACT YOUR NEAR EST QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL AND DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT IN ITS DAMAGED STATE 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 dun appareil de Classe A Dans un environ nement domestique cet appareil peut provoquer des interf rences radio Dans ce cas Iutilisateur peut tre amen a prendre des mesures appropri es Fur Kunden in Europa Warnung Dies is eine Einrichtung welche die Funk Entst6 rung nach Klasse A besitzt Diese Einrichtung kann im Wohnbereich Funkst rungen versursachen in diesem Fall kann vom Betrieber verlang werden angemessene Ma nahmen durchzfihren und daf r aufzukommen Rack Mounting the Unit The units should be mounted using the supplied rack mounting kits A typical configuration is shown below but other configurations are possi ble NOTE Do not install this apparatus in
17. de exposure NOTE This CD player uses a semiconductor laser For optimal operation it is recommended that this unit be used in a room with temperatures between 41 F 5 C and 95 F 35 C This unit may cause interference to radio and television reception CAUTION USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR REFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE THE COMPACT DISC PLAYER SHOULD NOT BE ADJUSTED OR REPAIRED BY ANYONE EXCEPT PROPERLY QUAL IFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL DOUBLE INSULATED WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS Please record and retain the model and serial numbers of your CD player as shown on the rear of the unit Model Serial 1 Read these instructions 2 Keep these instructions 3 Heed all warnings 4 Follow all instructions 5 Do not use this apparatus near water 6 Clean only with dry cloth 7 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturerAfs instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into y
18. e To Recall the Track Memory Data 1 Select the appropriate memory bank BANK by pressing and holding the SHIFT button then pressing the PITCH RANGE button If there is memory data of a selected track s in the current selected memory bank the M indicator is displayed in the LCD screen 2 Enter the recall mode by pressing and holding the SHIFT button then pressing the TIME ENTER button If there is a track memory data for the current selected track its memory number is shown in the LCD 3 When track memory number is shown in the LCD pressing the ENTER button recalls the track memory data The C 503 can recall the track selection from the track memory data 1 Select the memory bank BANK by pressing and holding the SHIFT button then pressing the PITCH RANGE button If there is a track memory data of selected track in the current selected memory bank A to E the M indicator in the LCD lights 2 Enter the recall mode RECALL DISPLAY by pressing and holding the SHIFT button then pressing the TIME ENTER button If there is a track memory data for the current selected track its memory number is shown in the LCD Using the Jog wheel to select the desired track memory number 3 When the appropriate track memory number is shown in the LCD pressing the ENTER button recalls the track from the track memory number NOTE CUE 1 3 and loop points can be memorized and or recalled However just after the recall operation st
19. e program edit mode PROGRAM by pressing and holding the SHIFT button then pressing the CNT SGL but ton 2 Program number is shown in the parameter display Select desired program number where you want to insert the pro gram with the Jog wheel 3 Press MEMORY CUE INS button 4 Select desired track with track skip buttons 5 Repeat 2 4 6 Exit the program edit mode PROGRAM by pressing and holding the SHIFT button then pressing the CNT SGL but ton Delete program 1 Enter the program edit mode PROGRAM by pressing and holding the SHIFT button then pressing the CNT SGL but ton 2 Program number is shown in the parameter display Select desired program number that you want to delete with the Jog wheel 3 Press LOOP DEL button 4 Repeat 2 3 5 Exit the program edit mode PROGRAM by pressing and holding the SHIFT button then pressing the CNT SGL but ton 3 9 Preset Menu 1 Pressing and holding the SHIFT button then using the Jog wheel selects the preset menu 2 Select the desired preset menu then press the TIME ENTER button the LCD shows the preset menu and its param eter 3 Set the desired parameter with the Jog wheel 4 Pressing the TIME ENTER button confirms the new parameter 5 Pressing any other button exits the preset operation 01 t PLAY Timer Play OFF ON Turns the Power on play on and off 02 dirECt Direct OFF ON When direct mode is set to on disc can be ejected when disc is played
20. e supplied in this unit 8 AUX connectors not included This is for future expansion 9 REMOTE connector Use this included connector to connect the remote controller to the main unit WARNNING DO NOT use any cable except the cable supplied with the C 503 Connect the cable in the way shown on the illustration on the rear panel of the C 503 If you connect the cable in any other way you may damage the C 503 1 3 Remote Controller Front Panel OPEN CLOSE CTN SGL TIME ENTER PITCH RANGE KEY SHIFT KEY LOCK r BANK MODE 10 Jog wheel The following functions can be controlled by using the Jog wheel Pitch Bend VINYL Scratch Brake time KEY SHIFT control Preset menus SHIFT Jog Wheel Effect parameters Program edit Track memory number select Search in Paused mode 11 OPEN CLOSE RESET Button Opens and closes the appropriate tray When DIRECT mode is off in preset menu and disc is being played back these buttons cannot be used Pressing and holding the SHIFT button then pressing this button clears all track memories and initializes the preset menu 12 SHIFT Button The SHIFT button is a modifier button Any button outlined with a silver border or box has a shift function feature This feature is written above or below the button itself Holding SHIFT while pressing another button performs the following functions SHIFT OPEN CLOSE
21. flash start with CUE 1 2 3 buttons or cuing with CUE button backward direction of scratching cannot be performed Backward direction of the scratching can be performed up to 7 seconds When VINYL function is on the Jog wheel works as the search dial 3 4 Track Memory The C 503 can memorize the various playback settings of current selected tracks Up to 100 tracks of memory in each of 5 banks A to E can be stored You could use each bank for a different user style preference or use the each bank for a different setting for each track for example To store the Track Memory Data 1 Select the memory bank BANK by pressing and holding the SHIFT button then pressing the PITCH RANGE Button 2 Enter the track memory mode MEMO INS by pressing and holding the SHIFT button then pressing the MEMORY CUE button 3 LCD shows the lowest empty memory number 4 Using the Jog wheel to change the memory number if necessary 5 Press the TIME ENTER button At this time if there is stored memory in the selected memory number SUrE indi cation is displayed in the LCD Pressing the ENTER button overwrites the current track data in the selected memory number Pressing any other but ton cancels the storing operation Memorized data Disc ID CUE point CUE 1 3 points Loop points Repeat mode Play mode Tempo data Tempo Range Key Lock On Off TAP value Brake On Off Brake Time Key shift value Time mod
22. g the speed TEMPO The C 503 features up to 16 KEY shift control KEY shift control range is determined with pitch range setting When pitch range is set to 4 KEY shift value can be set in 0 05 steps When pitch range is set to 8 KEY shift value can be set in 0 1 steps When pitch range is set to 16 KEY shift value can be set in 0 2 steps When pitch range is set to 32 or 100 the KEY shift control function does not work Pressing and holding the KEY SHFT button then moving the Jog wheel sets the KEY value NOTE When the KEY LOCK function is activated the KEY SHIFT function does not work and vice versa The KEY shift value shown in LCD is a value combined with any changes made by using the slider Pitch Fader 3 2 Brake Brake function simulates the braking audio just like turning off an analog turntable Pressing the PLAY PAUSE button while unit is playing performs the braking Pressing the PLAY PAUSE button during the braking starts the music again with current tempo When brake function is activated the BRAKE button lights blue Set the brake time Pressing and holding the BRAKE button then using the Jog wheel adjusts the brake time Brake time can be set to 0 1 to 5 seconds in 0 1 sec steps Default brake time is 2 5 sec 3 3 Vinyl When the VINYL button is activated scratching can be performed with the Jog wheel NOTE VINYL mode overrides most other play modes and effects For 3 seconds after the
23. our outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes Do not place any objects filled with liquids such as vases on the apparatus Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit The apparatus draws nominal non operating power from the AC outlet with its POWER switch in the off position REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS PSK DONOT OPEN INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL p CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT
24. point and OUT to create end point now the unit will seamlessly loop and seamlessly re loop or stutter every time RELOOP is pressed Pressing IN or OUT while in LOOP mode will automatically overwrite any previous points set Disengage loop play When loop play is engaged pressing the LOOP button disengages loop play In this case the unit continues normal play back and RELOOP button will start flashing but the loop points are not erased When loop play is engaged locating the unit to the out point of a loop section disengages loop play i e pressing the CUE button etc At this time the RELOOP button start flashing but the loop points are not erased Re looping When loop play is disengaged and loop points are already stored pressing the RELOOP button starts looped playback and the RELOOP button lights Seamless playback from the LOOP start point Pressing the RELOOP button always play starts from the loop start point Changing the LOOP points Loop start and end points cannot be erased but can be over written Execute the same way as Section 2 4 IN OUT Looping to change the loop points 2 5 Adjusting the tempo Pitch range The C 503 features 4 8 16 32 and 100 of pitch control range Pressing the PITCH RANGE button changes the pitch control range The parameter display section of the LCD momentarily shows the selected pitch range Using the Pitch slider The pitch slider controls playback pitch in increment
25. program play mode When unit is in single play mode SGL indicator in the LCD will light When unit is in program play mode PGM indicator in the LCD will light 17 TIME ENTER RECALL DISPLAY Button Changes the time mode between elapsed time and remain time When time mode is set to remain REMAIN indicator in the LCD will light When in preset mode pressing this button confirms the current setting Pressing and holding the SHIFT button then pressing this button selects the mode of parameter display in the LCD from TEMPO KEY TAP BPM and track memory recall function 18 PITCH RANGE BANK Button Selects the pitch range from 4 8 16 32 and 100 The selected pitch range is displayed momentarily displayed in the parameter section of the LCD screen Pressing and holding the SHIFT button then pressing this button selects the memory bank for track memory The select ed bank A E will light in the LCD 19 KEY SHIFT Button Turns the KEY SHIFT function on and off When KEY SHIFT function is turned on this button will light blue Pressing and holding this button then using the Jog wheel selects the Key Shift value When Key Shift value is set to other than 0 internally KEY indicator in the LCD will light NOTE When KEY LOCK function is activated KEY SHIFT function cannot be turned on NOTE Turning off KEY SHIFT does not return KEY to original value This must be done manually by re adjusting KEY SHIFT to i
26. r in communication between decks try turning the unit off waiting a few seconds and turning it on again Err 10 S DRAM error an internal S DRAM error try turning the power off waiting a few seconds and turning it on again NOTE If any of the numbered error messages are repeated try using another disc If the errors continue with a number of discs turn the unit off wait for a few seconds and turn it on again If the errors still continue or other error occurs contact your local Stanton distributor for repair A list of these distributors can be found online www StantonDJ com under World Distributors The C 503 will enter SLEEP mode after 30 min of inactivity To conserve electricity and the LCD the screen will darken and may appear off however the word SLEEP is partially visible This is a normal procedure when the unit is not in use to exit sleep mode simply press any button or the jog wheel For additional user support on this and other Stanton products contact DJ Stantonmagentics com or visit us online at www Stantonmagnetics com Stanton Magnetics Inc Warranty Provision Returns for Repairs or Replacement WARRANTY amp RETURN POLICY Warranty Through Stanton s authorized dealers around the World Stanton or one of Stanton s authorized distributors outside the U S will without charge repair or replace at the sole discretion of the entity responsible for making the repair or provid ing
27. red the button lights up green The stored cue point cannot be erased but can be overwritten When the unit is paused pressing the MEMORY CUE button then pressing the bank button 1 2 or 3 starts the unit automatically and stores it as a cue point For three seconds after storing one of the cue points you cannot store another cue point 2 3 Flash Start Seamless Cue The flash start Seamless cue function can be performed with the CUE 1 2 or 3 buttons After storing the point press ing any of these buttons performs a flash start seamless cue 2 4 IN OUT Looping To store the LOOP points NOTE The three buttons 1 IN 2 OUT and 3 RELOOP are shared for MEMORY CUE and LOOP functions Therefore only one of these three functions MEMORY CUE or LOOP function can be used at a time i e loop cannot be used simul taneous with memory cue 1 Press LOOP button to enter the unit into LOOP mode LOOP button will light green 2 Press the IN button while in play or in pause mode The IN button will light and the OUT button will start flashing 3 Press the OUT button while in play or in pause mode IN OUT and RELOOP buttons will all light If the loop end point is set when the unit is playing the C 503 starts loop playback seamlessly If the loop end point is set when the unit is paused the C 503 goes to the loop start point then pauses NOTE For on the fly looping when playing desired song press IN to create start
28. s Pitch changes are displayed in the LCD The C 503 offers a 4 range for more accurate adjustments when beat matching At this setting each marker dot is equal to 1 2 6 Pitch Bending When playing back a disc pressing the BEND or buttons or using the Jog Wheel can change playback tempo momentary Pressing the button or moving the Jog wheel clockwise increases the playback speed which returns to original speed when this button is released or the Jog wheel stops moving Pressing the Button or moving the Jog wheel counterclockwise decreases the playback speed and which also returns to original soeed when released or the Jog wheel stops NOTE When VINYL button or an effect button is not lit the Jog wheel works for pitch bend function The maximum pitch bend range is 16 for jog wheel amp buttons When PITCH LOCK function is activated playback pitch is fixed 2 7 KEY LOCK When pitch range is set to 4 8 or 16 pressing the KEY LOCK button turns on and off the KEY LOCK function When KEY LOCK function is turned on pitch control does not affect the actual Key of the playback For example you can adjust the speed tempo BPM of a track without affecting the harmonic Key When the KEY LOCK function is turned on KEY LOCK indicator shows in the LCD screen NOTE If Tempo Range is set to 32 or 100 the KEY LOCK function does not work 2 8 PITCH LOCK Pressing the Pitch LOCK button turns on and off the
29. the PLAY Button enters into the normal playback mode Pressing and holding the SHIFT Button then pressing this Button toggles the AUTO CUE function on and off 26 MEMORY CUE MEMO INS Button Activates the three buttons below 1 IN 2 OUT and 3 RELOOP ready for CUE mode When these three buttons are set to CUE mode this button will light green press again to SET cue for bank 1 2 or 3 NOTE gt Pressing and holding the SHIFT then pressing MEMORY CUE enters the track memory store mode MEMO INS NOTE Memory store mode allows the user to store track memory in several banks A E For more information on memory store mode see section 3 4 Track Memory When unit is in program edit mode pressing this button inserts a program track For more information on the insert function see section 3 8 Program Play 27 LOOP REPEAT DEL Button Enters the three buttons 1 IN 2 OUT and 3 RELOOP ready for LOOP mode When these three buttons are set to LOOP mode this button will light When loop play is engaged pressing this button exits the loop play Pressing and hold ing SHIFT then pressing this LOOP changes the repeat mode on or off When repeat mode is set to single repeat SGL and RPT indicators in the LCD will light When repeat mode is set to all repeat only RPT indicator will light When unit is in program edit mode pressing this button deletes a program track 28 1 IN Button 29 2 OUT Button 30 3 RELOOP But
30. the replacement any Stanton merchandise proved defective in material or workmanship for a period of one 1 follow ing the date of original purchase Exceptions to this warranty are as noted below The warranty for mechanical parts which are subject to wear and tear are limited to the earlier to occur of thirty 30 days following the date of original purchase or the following number of cycles Faders 15 000 Rotary potentiometers 10 000 and Switches 10 000 Stanton will warrant all replacement parts and repairs for ninety 90 days from the date of original shipment Repairs made necessary by reason of misuse alteration normal wear or accident are not covered under this warranty Returns Authorized Stanton dealers are only authorized to sell and distribute merchandise within a specific country All goods requir ing warranty repair or replacement must be returned freight prepaid if not hand delivered to the authorized Stanton deal er from whom the merchandise was purchased and in the same country where the merchandise was purchased For purposes of purchases made via the Internet the merchandise must be returned to the authorized Stanton dealer in the country where the authorized Stanton dealer which sold the merchandise to purchaser is located and not the authorized Stanton dealer in the country where the purchaser is located or the country in which the merchandise was received Any returns to a non authorized dealer or to an authorized
31. ton These three buttons have the following three functions CUE mode Store the in CUE points or play them seamlessly SAMPLER mode Create the IN amp OUT points of a Sample and playing it LOOP mode Create the IN amp OUT points of a Loop and re loop 31 PITCH LOCK Sets the pitch range to 0 At this time TEMPO display shows and LED that is placed in center of the pitch fader will light even if Pitch Fader is not located to the center This indicates the Pitch has been Locked at zero NOTE When PITCH LOCK button is pressed KEY SHIFT and KEY LOCK functions are turned off automatically 32 PITCH BEND Use these buttons to perform pitch bending 33 Pitch Fader Changes the playback pitch according to the range set by PITCH RANGE button When playback pitch is set to 0 or PITCH LOCK is turned on the LED will light 1 4 Remote Controller Bottom Panel Sm o Ho 0 34 REMOTE connector Connect this to the REMOTE connector on the rear panel of the main unit WARRNING DO NOT use any cable except the cable supplied with the C 503 Connect the cable to the C 503 as shown on the illustration on the rear panel If you connect the cable in any other way you may damage the C 503 1 5 LCD TRACK REMAIN SGL RPT PGM PAR TEMPO KEY E ELELEE aonn EIE FIL OE EI EI BANK DECANE 35 M indicator If there is track memory data for the current selected track in the
32. ts original value via Jog Wheel Pitch Bend 20 KEY LOCK Button Turns the KEY LOCK function on and off When KEY LOCK function is turned on KEY LOCK indicator in the LCD screen will light 21 BPM TAP Button Sets the tempo in BPM by tapping this button When you press this button the parameter counter mode momentarily changes to BPM display mode Pressing this button more than 1 5 seconds erases the tapped BPM Pressing and hold ing this button then using Jog wheel adjusts the BPM in 0 1 increments When the unit recognizes the BPM this but ton will flash in sync with the BPM 22 VINYL Button Turns the vinyl mode scratch play mode on and off When vinyl mode is turned on this button will light blue and scratching can be performed by using Jog wheel 23 BRAKE Button Turns the brake function on and off Pressing and holding this Button then using the Jog wheel adjusts the brake time 24 PLAY PAUSE RELAY PLAY Button Changes the playback mode between play and pause The light stays on solid green in playback mode and flashes in pause mode Pressing and holding the SHIFT Button then pressing this Button toggles the RELAY PLAY on and off 25 CUE Button AUTO CUE Locates to the cue point then pauses Pressing and holding this Button when pausing the CUE point play start from the CUE point and releasing this Button returns the CUE point again Stutter play At this time playing with holding the CUE Button pressing
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