HDTT-5000 Quickstart Guide Table of Contents Important Notice....................................................................................................2 Warnings and WEEE.............................................................................................3 Introduction..............................................................................................................4 Features........................................................................................................
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 HDTT-5000 firmware will include additional features, bug fixes, and enhanced compatibility to guarantee optimum performance of your unit.
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.
HDTT-5000 Quickstart Guide Foreword Thank you for purchasing our Cortex HDTT-5000. 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 (see page 14).
HDTT-5000 Quickstart Guide Features The Cortex HDTT-5000 has been designed & engineered to provide digital music playback and manipulation features demanded by professional users. The HDTT-5000 is designed to liberate DJs from the issues associated with PC-based solutions, by eliminating the need for a computer during performance. The HDTT-5000 also offers superior portability and flexibility over that of a typical PC.
HDTT-5000 Quickstart Guide 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.
HDTT-5000 Operation Manual Parts Diagram and Functions Rear Panel 3 MSD IN 3 1 3 MSD IN 4 2 NOTE-POWER BUTTON IS LOCATED ON THE FRONT PANEL. PLEASE PRESS AND HOLD THE POWER BUTTON FOR 2 SECONDS TO BOOT YOUR UNIT. 1. AUDIO OUT L/R RCA connectors, (MASTER) RCA type unbalanced stereo audio output. These connectors output audio signal generated from Side 1 (MAIN or MASTER) of the HDTT5000 unit. 2. AUDIO OUT L/R RCA connectors, (SLAVE) RCA type unbalanced stereo audio output.
18 19 11 16 3 17 6 HDTT-5000 Quickstart Guide Parts Diagram and Functions Top Panel 1 12 5 20 21 23 14 4 15 22 2 7 10 13 9 8 Power Button (Press and hold.) 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, digital music players, CD/DVD-ROM drives, memory card readers, and active USB hubs. 2.
18 19 11 16 3 17 6 HDTT-5000 Quickstart Guide Parts Diagram and Functions Top Panel 1 12 5 20 21 23 14 4 15 22 2 7 10 13 9 8 Power Button (Press and hold.) 12. Shift Button Holding down the SHIFT button extends the use of certain buttons on the unit, by providing alternate functions. 13. JOG WHEEL The JOG WHEEL controls many aspects of the unit, and can be used for navigating through menus, searching through music and manipulation of pitch.
HDTT-5000 Operation Manual Preparing for Use/Master Slave opperation STEP ONE Connect the Power Cord to the power outlet., found on the rear of the unit. MSD IN 3 STEP TWO Connect the RCA audio outputs of the unit to a suitable audio mixer. When connecting the unit, make sure you note that the MASTER outputs carry audio from the MASTER or MAIN deck, and SLAVE outputs carry audio from the SLAVE or AUX deck. MSD IN 4 Fig 1.
HDTT-5000 Quickstart Guide 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.
HDTT-5000 Quickstart Guide Firmware Updates Section Sixteen: Firmware Updates One of the most powerful features of the HDTT-5000 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.cortex-pro.com.
Other (Specifications) Specifications 1. General 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.
