User Instructions
XDM-241
“SHREDDER”
PREAMP MIXER
Thank you for purchasing this American DJ® product. The XDM-241 is ready to be used,
there is no assembly required. Please read the following instructions before installing
or using your new unit. The XDM-241 has a 2 year limited warranty!
Safety Instructions
Always plug in the power last. Make sure that the Power switch is set to the OFF position before connecting other devices
to the mixer.
Keep this device away from rain and moisture!
Keep away from heaters and other heating sources!
If the device has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after transportation), do not switch on the mixer
immediately. The arising condensation of water might damage your device. Leave the device switched off until it has
reached room temperature.
Never put any liquids on the mixer or close to it. Should any liquid enter the device, disconnect from main power
immediately. Have the device checked by a qualified service technician before operating again. Any damage caused by
liquid entering the device is not subject to warranty!
Never let the AC cord come in contact with other cables! Handle the AC cord and all AC connections with particular care.
Make sure that the available voltage is not higher than stated on the AC voltage selector (12).
Before the device is switched on, all fader and volume controls should be set to 0 or minimum position.
Damages caused by manual modifications to the device or unauthorized operation by unqualified persons are not
subject to warranty.
There are no user serviceable parts inside the mixer. For maintenance and/or service, contact an authorized
American DJ® dealer.
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Specifications subject to change without notice. XDM-241 User Instructions page 1
Functions
8
1
®
5
MASTER LEVEL
11
+5
+5
10
0
0
POWER
0
10
MASTER
-5
-5
7
-10
-15
-10
-15
PHONES
MIC
5
5
9
5
2
L
dB
R
0
10
0
10
DJ MIC
CUE LEVEL
2
PHONO 1
LINE 1
PHONO 2
LINE 3
LINE 2
LINE 4
6
ch1
ch2
CUE
3
3
PREAMP MIXER
FEATHER FADER
ch1
ch2
CROSS FADER
PROformer Series
4
(1) POWER SWITCH
(2) LINE/PHONO SWITCH - Used to select the input (LINE or PHONO) to be sent to channel 1 or 2. Can also be used for
TRANSFORMER SCRATCHING.
(3) CHANNEL FADER CHANNEL 1 / CHANNEL 2 - Used to adjust the input level of each channel.
(4) CROSSFADER - Mixes the signals of channel 1 and channel 2. When the crossfader is set in the center position, both
channels can be heard at once.
(5) CUE LEVEL CONTROL - Adjusts the headphone output level.
(6) CUE SWITCH DIAL CHANNEL 1 / CHANNEL 2 - Use the cue switch dial in order to select the channel to be moni-
tored.
(7) PHONES JACK - Connect headphones to this jack. Headphones from 8 Ohms to 600 Ohms can be used. 16 Ohms is
recommended.
(8) MASTER LEVEL DISPLAY - This display shows the signal level of the master output.
(9) DJ MIC CONTROL - Adjusts the microphone volume.
(10) MIC INPUT - 1/4 inch (6.3 mm) jack plug for microphone input to mixer.
(11) MASTER LEVEL KNOB - Adjusts the level of the master output.
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Specifications subject to change without notice. XDM-241 User Instructions page 3
Inputs and Outputs
18
LINE 3
LINE 4
LINE 3
LINE 4
L -
R -
17
AMP
REC
LINE 2
PHONO 2
LINE 1
PHONO 1
OUTPUT
CH 2
CH 1
12
14
16
15
13
(12) DC POWER IN
(13), (14) LINE / PHONO INPUT JACK - Input jacks for CH1 & CH2. Connect turntables equipped with MM
pickup cartridges to the PHONO input. CD Players or Tape Decks should be connected to the LINE input. Line level
musical instruments with stereo outputs such as Rhythm Machines or Samplers should also be connected to the LINE
inputs.
(15) REC OUT - To record your record unit. The REC OUT level is not influenced by the master control.
(16) AMP OUTPUT - Parallel output for P.A. output. Connect with the input of power amplifier.
(17) GND (Ground Terminal) - Connect this terminal to ground lead of the turntable. This helps to reduce humming and
popping noises.
(18) LINE/PHONO SELECTOR - Used to switch the channel input jacks to line or phono.
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Specifications subject to change without notice. XDM-241 User Instructions page 4
Replacing the Crossfader
Instructions for replacing the crossfader:
• Disconnect from main power supply
• Remove the fader knob.
• Remove the two outer screws.
• Take the fader out and unplug the connection cable.
• Connect the new fader and replace back into mixer.
IMPORTANT! • Only replace cross fader with American DJ® high quality
Feather Fader™ (FF-1).
Technical Specifications - model XDM-241
Inputs:
Microphone
Phono
1.5mV, 600 Ohm
3mV, 47kOhm
Line
Output
Frequency range
Distortion
S/N-ratio
150mV, 27kOhm
7V, peak to peak
20Hz-20KHz, ± 2dB
<0.08%
>70dB
Tone control
Treble: 10Khz ± 12dB
Bass: 100 Hz ± 12dB
16 Ohms
DC 12V 500mA
6.5” W x 8.75” D x 3.75” H
211 x 114 x 285 mm
3.5 lbs. / 1.5 kg
Headphone impedance
Power supply
Dimensions
Weight
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Specifications subject to change without notice. XDM-241 User Instructions page 5
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