Setup Guide Table of Contents Warnings and WEEE.............................................................................................2 Introduction..............................................................................................................3 Features...................................................................................................................4 Compatibility and Recommended Peripherals.................................................5 Device Requirements.........
IMPORTANT WARNING & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS P L E A S E R E A D P R I O R TO O P E R AT I N G T H I S D E V I C E ! CAUTION: This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to other equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections.
Introduction Foreword Thank you for purchasing our Cortex HDC-3000. We are confident that the Cortex platform of products will not only make your life easier through the use of the latest advancements in cross-platform connectivity and sound reproduction but will raise the bar for DJ and pro audio products. With the proper care & maintenance, your unit will likely provide years of reliable, uninterrupted service. All Cortex products are backed by a 1-year limited warranty*.
Setup Guide Features The Cortex HDC-3000 has been designed & engineered to provide digital music playback and manipulation features demanded by professional users. The HDC-3000 is designed to liberate DJs from the issues associated with PC-based solutions, by eliminating the need for a computer during performance. The HDC-3000 also offers superior portability and flexibility over that of a typical PC. Jog Wheels The Jog Wheels on the HDC-3000 provide highly precise control for a variety of functions.
Operational Notes Additional Information Maintaining Storage Devices When using writable storage devices, such as hard drives, and harddrive-based music players (iPod, Zen), certain maintenance might be required. Because the Cortex units use streaming technology to manipulate more than one music file from one device simultaneously, hard drives and hard-drive based units need to be defragmented regularly to ensure the integrity of the streamed files.
Important Notice Before operating this unit, please verify that you have the latest firmware version available from our website - http://www.cortex-pro.com. New versions of the HDC-3000 firmware will include additional features, bug fixes, and enhanced compatibility to guarantee optimum performance of your unit.
Setup Guide Parts Diagram and Functions Rear Panel 3 3 4 2 3 1. AUDIO OUT L/R RCA connectors, side 1 RCA type unbalanced stereo audio output. These connectors output audio signal generated from Side 1 of the HDC-1000 unit. 2. AUDIO OUT L/R RCA connectors, side 2 RCA type unbalanced stereo audio output. These connectors output audio signal generated from Side 2 of the HDC-1000 unit. 1 3.
Setup Guide Parts Diagram and Functions 1 17 19 18 Front Panel 20 5 3 22 4 6 23 21 7 2 16 15 14 13 12 1. USB connector (type A) This connector is used to attach the USB mass storage device that contains your music library. Suitable mass storage devices include, but are not limited to: external hard drives, flash memory, portable digital music players, CD/DVD-ROM drives, memory card readers, and active USB hubs. 2.
Setup Guide Parts Diagram and Functions 1 17 19 18 Front Panel (continued) 20 5 3 22 4 6 23 21 7 2 16 15 14 13 12 11. NAVIGATOR keypad These buttons allow the user to navigate through menus and features of the HDC-1000. Depending on the mode of the unit, the buttons may serve different purposes. 13. SHIFT button Holding down the SHIFT button extends the use of certain buttons on the unit, by providing alternate functions. 14.
Using the HDC-3000 Preparing for Use STEP ONE Connect the AC adapter to the DC Inlet, found on the rear of the unit. Fasten the Security Clamp (found directly below the DC Inlet jack) on top of the cable, so that it is not possible for the cable to become dislodged. Fig 1.1 - Connect Power STEP TWO Connect the RCA Audio Outputs on both sides of the unit to a suitable audio mixer.
Using the HDC-3000 Selecting Devices & Database Creation STEP ONE - DEVICE SELECTION When prompted, select the desired storage device, on each side, that you wish to access. Use the Navigator Keypad to advance through the list of devices, and press Enter to select. If necessary, you can also connect other USB storage devices without powering down the unit.
Using the HDC-3000 Database Creation (continued) STEP TWO - VERIFICATION (CONTINUED) If you select ‘YES’ at the prompt to verify, you will have the option to either verify the entire database, or to verify a single directory at a time. If you keep your collection organized within separate directories, you can easily select just the directories which you know have been updated.
Using the HDC-3000 File Browser and Search Options Section Three: File Browser and Search Options USING THE FILE BROWSER The File Browser is designed to allow you to view the directory structure found on a connected storage device, rather than search by specific criteria. This can be helpful if you keep your music collection in order, but can also help to locate a song that may not have the appropriate ID3 tag information.
Using the HDC-3000 Search Options (continued) SEARCH OPTIONS (CONTINUED) Search by Genres When Search by Genres is chosen, you will be presented with a list of all of the genres found in the database. Because not every MP3 has ID3 genre tagging, some tracks may not be displayed in this search. Once you select a genre from the list, you will be able to browse all songs within that genre. > Acapella Breakbeat Classical > Fig 3.
Using the HDC-3000 Search Options (continued) SEARCH OPTIONS (CONTINUED) Processing Once you press Enter twice, the unit will begin processing your search. Depending on the size of your library, this may take awhile. < < < < Fig 3.82 - Processing the Search After the unit is finished executing the search, it will display the results that were found for each category: Titles, Artists, Genres, and Albums each of which can be accessed by using the Navigation Pad Arrow Keys or the Jog Wheel.
Using the HDC-3000 Info Button & Track Attributes Section Four: Info Button and Track Attributes You will find that the Info Button, located to the top right of each jog wheel, will become an indispensable part of using the HDC-3000. Despite the HDC-3000 being able to display an adequate amount of information on the LCD, not every attribute of each track can be displayed all at once.
Using the HDC-3000 Play Mode and Single Auto Cue Track Title Progress Indicator Section Five: Play Mode The Play Mode is the heart of the Cortex HDC-3000. Just like conventional CD players, the HDC-3000 allows you to select multiple pitch ranges, memorize cue points, and frame accurate searching. The HDC3000 excels over traditional CD players, as it is much faster at loading and starting playback, it has a more informative LCD display, and it can memorize cue points for future performances.
Using the HDC-3000 Options Menu and Shuffle Mode Section Six: Edit Mode The Edit Mode on the HDC-3000 is the command center for the unit. In Edit Mode, the user can edit options for how the unit functions, playlists and choose the active device. Options Menu This mode is probably the one you will use the most in the Edit menu.
BPM Instructions (addendum) HDC-3000 BPM Instructions (revised) The B.P.M. value determines the Tempo that any particular song plays at. The HDC-3000 will automatically calculate and display this Tempo as a numerical value known as B.P.M.(Beats Per Minute). The BPM button, (see Figure 1) has Three modes Auto, Manual and Off. By pressing and holding the button for 2 sec you can access each mode individually.
Using the HDC-3000 Waveform Display Section Seven: Waveform Display Waveforms are a visual representation of the program material. Using the waveform display, you can not only see volume fluctuations in the music but even when the “breakdowns” are coming. This can help to visually mix as well as mix by audio. Waveforms can be created in two places-in the unit or in the Cortex DB software. This can be downloaded from www.cortex-pro.com.
Using the HDC-3000 Time Display and Pitch Control Section Eight: Time Display Modes Changing the Time Display Mode is as simple as pressing the Time button to toggle between elapsed and remaining time. Elapsed Time shows how much time has past since the beginning of the track, and Remaining Time shows how much time is left before the track is over. You may press Time to change the Time Display Mode for both sides. If you wish to change the Time Display Mode on both sides press Shift+Time.
Using the HDC-3000 Jog Mode and Playlist Support Section Nine: Jog Mode When the Jog Mode LED is unlit, the Jog Wheel (when in Play Mode) will perform as a Pitch Bend. When the Jog Mode button is pressed, the LED indicator will illuminate, and the Jog Wheel will then allow you to search (FF/REW) through each track. The faster the Jog Wheel is moved, the faster the unit will search through the playing track. In order to use the Jog Mode, the unit must be in the process of playing, not paused.
Using the HDC-3000 Cue Points & Memorization Section 10: Setting and Memorizing Cue Points With the HDC-3000, creating and memorizing cue points is quick and easy. There are two (2) types of cue points available at any given time, a traditional stutter cue, as well as four Hot Cue buttons. By default, when there is no Cue Point set (or memorized), pressing the Cue button returns the unit to the beginning of the track (0:00.00) and pauses. How I Eat My Peas >----------------------------+ 0:00:00 6.
Using the HDC-3000 Device Menu Section 11: Changing, Adding, and Ejecting USB Storage Devices To access the Device Menu from any screen, press Shift+Power. From this menu, you can choose to Change or Eject Devices. Since USB is hot-swappable, you can connect (but not disconnect) a USB device at any time, regardless of whether the unit is powered On or not and regardless of what mode the unit is in. - To Change devices: 1. Select Change device from the Device Menu. 2.
Using the HDC-3000 Hot Cue Menu Section Twelve: Hot Cue Mode Hot Cues are cue points that can be set on the fly (while the song is playing) and differ from traditional cue points in that the program material will continue to play from the point that you press the button, instead of needing to continue to hold the play button down. To make use of the hot cues, first press the Hot Cue button to engage the hot cue menu.
Using the HDC-3000 Seamless Loop Menu Section Fourteen: Loop Mode Loops are small repeating segments of a song that can be created, engaged and edited on the fly. With these, you can do everything from creating an extended intro to a song to mix into to extending a break in a song. To create a Loop, the first thing that needs to be done is to press the Loop button above the Jog Wheel-this will engage the Loop menu.
Using the HDC-3000 DSP Effects Menu DSP Effects Section Fourteen: DSP Menu DSP (Digital Signal Processing) effects are available at any time on the HDC3000 to alter your music in any way you choose. From filtering out certain frequencies, adding an echo or reversing audio, the only limit really is your creativity. All HDC3000 effects can be divided into 2 categories. Category one includes all effects available without entering a menu-Scratch, Reverse, Master Tempo and Key Adjust.
Using the HDC-3000 Sample Menu Section Fifteen: Sample Menu The sample menu is much like the loop menu. Samples are small segments of audio material that can be played separately from the main audio material. These can be everything from loops to small vocal samples. To create a sample, first press the sample button to engage the sample menu.
Using the HDC-3000 Firmware Updates Section Sixteen: Firmware Updates One of the most powerful features of the HDC-3000 is the capability to upgrade the internal software. This lends itself to the addition of new features and support, the optimization of current processes, and the capability to fix bugs as they arise. Firmware updates will be issued periodically at http://www.cortexpro.com.
Using the HDC-3000 Troubleshooting Section Seventeen: Troubleshooting Error Messages If you experience an error message while navigating the unit, here are a few explanations of those errors and how they can be corrected. For a more complete troubleshooting guide, consult our website at http://www.cortex-pro.com.
Other (Specifications) Specifications 1. General 3. USB interface section Type of unit.................................................Streaming Digital Audio Controller Format compatibility.......................................................MP3, WAV, CD-Audio MP3 format......................................8 kbps ~ 320 kbps, CBR/VBR, 44.1 kHz WAV format....................................................................44.1 kHz, 16 bit stereo Instant Start.............................................
USA Warranty Info Cortex products are designed and manufactured to the highest standards in professional audio. With proper care and maintenance, your product will provide years of reliable service. Please register your product online at http://www.cortex-pro.com Limited Warranty: In the USA, Cortex guarantees its products against defects in workmanship for the period of One (1) year* from the original date of purchase.
