Professional Disc Jockey Products
PRO SM-3
PROFESSIONAL DJ MIXER
with Infinity Fader™
Owner’s Manual
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PRO SM-3
VERY IMPORTANT
Please read this entire manual before connecting this unit to your system
For optimum performance:
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The crossfader is a user replaceable item and subject to wear. Excessive force can wear out the fader quickly. This is not a
warranted item.
Never use spray cleaners on the slide controls. Residues cause excessive dirt build-up and this will void your warranty. In normal
use slide controls can last for many years. If they malfunction (usually because of a dirty or dusty environment) consult a
professional technician.
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Always make sure that AC power is OFF while making any connections.
Use appropriate cables throughout your system. Do not use excessively long cables (i.e. over 50ft/14m) Be sure plugs and jacks
are tightly mated. Loose connections can cause hum, noise or intermittents that could easily damage your speakers. Make the input
and output connections with readily available low-capacitance stereo cables. Quality cable makes a big difference in audio fidelity
and punch. See your Numark dealer or an electronics or audio specialist store if you are not sure which cables to get.
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Never attempt to make any adjustments or repairs other than those described in this manual. Take the unit to your dealer or to an
authorized Numark Service Center.
ALWAYS remember: “TURN AMPS ON LAST AND OFF FIRST”. Begin with master faders or volume controls on minimum
and the amplifier gain/input control(s) down. Wait 8 to 10 seconds before turning up the volume. This prevents transients which
may cause severe speaker damage.
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Use restraint when operating controls. Try to move them slowly. Rapid adjustments could damage speakers due to amplifier
clipping.
Avoid amplifier “clipping” at all costs: this occurs when the red LEDs (usually on the front panel of most professional power
amplifiers) start flashing. “Clipping” is when the power amplifier is distorting and working beyond it’s limits. Amplifier distortion
is THE major cause of speaker failure.
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To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Never place cans of beer, soda, glasses of water or
anything wet on top of the unit!
Product Registration
Please record the serial number of your unit as shown on the back of the chassis as well as the name of the
dealer from whom you purchased the unit. Retain this information and your original purchase receipt for
your records. Please return the enclosed warranty card to register your unit with us.
MODEL: __________________________
SERIAL NUMBER:__________________
PURCHASED FROM:_________________________
DATE OF PURCHASE:________________________
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PRO SM-3
PRO SM-3
PROFESSIONAL DJ MIXER
CONGRATULATIONS!
You have purchased the PRO SM-3 Stereo Mixer by
. The PRO SM-3 features the
patented design Infinity™ fader, that utilizes a beam of light and variable blocker mechanism. The fader
itself has no audio or electrical parts attached to wear out. This revolutionary concept achieves the absolute
fastest and smoothest cuts with the cleanest sound. The Infinity™ crossfader is user assignable and allows
for complete slope variance along with hamster control.
The
PRO SM-3 uses the highest quality components for the best possible sound quality. A
fully controllable 3rd channel is included for an addition turntable or to bring in an external mixer or line
device. Each channel contains 3-band Rotary KILLS, PFL meters, gain, panning, and process loops for
maximum effect capability as well as slope and hamster control on the input faders. The PRO SM-3 also
has a screwless face panel and smooth edges to ensure your fingers don’t get caught up on rough edges.
Thank you for purchasing NUMARK products!
FEATURES:
CROSSFADER
MONITORING
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Infinity™ Fader, the worlds first truly optical, fader
Crossfader Reverse (Hamster) Toggle with off position
Variable Slope Control
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Two Bar 12-Segment Display graph for Stereo Master
output
Split/Blend Cue selection
Push Button Cueing
Gold Plated Headphone Jacks for Both 1/4" and 1/8"
Headphone Plugs
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Channel Assign selectors
INPUTS
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6-line, 3-phono, 1-mic input
Combination XLR-1/4" Neutrik™ Mic input with process
loop, Bass, and Treble controls
All Gold Plated Connectors
Three Gold Plated Grounding Screws
OUTPUTS
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Master Balanced 1/4" TRS and Unbalanced RCA
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Monitor/Zone Level Control with Mono Switch
Process Loop Output designed to send only, if no return
present
CHANNEL CONTROLS
QUALITY DETAIL
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Rotary Bass, Middle & Treble -40dB "KILL" and +10dB
"Boost"
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Smooth Screwless Faceplate
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PFL Gain and individual channel display meters
High-Resolution Linear fader style Panning
Active Channel Faders
3-Position Contour Adjustment
Hamster switch
Hard Rubberized Knobs for Quick and Non-Slip Gripping
Extra Wide Rubber Feet for Maximum Stability
High Quality, Double Sided, Glass Epoxy Circuit Boards
with Extra Thick Copper Ground Plates for Exceptionally
Quiet Operation
Process insert looping with send only control
Eight Position Rotatable Input Selector Toggles
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PRO SM-3
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Measures
Important Information
Registration
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Introduction
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Description of the Features
Quick Setup Diagram
Infinity™ Fader
Specifications
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Warranty
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PRO SM-3
MIXER FEATURES
INPUTS
16. Headphone Level – adjusts cue volume.
1. Input faders - control individual source levels in the mix.
2. Hamster Control – reverses direction of the input fader.
17. Split/Blend Cue – controls how PFL and Program audio are
sent to your headphones. In split mode, the PFL audio can be
heard in your left ear and PGM audio can be heard in your right
ear. In blend mode, both PFL and PGM can be heard in both
ears.
3. Slope Adjust – sets the rate of volume increase as the Input
Fader is moved.
4. Input Toggle Switch (Transform) - selects which source will
be live to that channel based on what you have connected to the
rear panel input section. By removing the face panel the switch
can be rotated into any of eight positions.
18. Headphone output – for your 1/4” or 1/8” headphones.
OUTPUTS
5. Pre-fader Gain Control – adjusts the pre-fader volume for
cleaner sound. Use this in conjunction with the PFL Meter to
adjust the audio to an optimum level.
19. Master Fader – controls the overall output level.
20. Booth/Zone Fader - controls speaker volume for a remote zone
or booth monitors.
6. Channel EQ – adjusts the Treble, Middle, and Bass frequencies
respectively of the channel audio. Full rotation to the left
creates a “KILL” effect completely eliminating the sound from
that frequency area.
NOTE: This can also be used to supply line level audio to a
lighting controller or to lights that are sound activated.
21. Stereo Auto Peak Hold Level Indicator- quickly and
accurately tracks level of audio output. The red LEDs for +3dB,
+5dB and +8dB hold program peaks for a second or two. With
peak metering, it's OK to be "in the red" as long as +5dB or
+8dB aren't constantly lit. When using as a master output
meter, set the crossover, equalizer and power amp inputs to
avoid distortion at each step in the audio chain. Proper attention
to the peak meter results in the punchiest possible sound without
audible distortion.
7. Panning – controls the mix of stereo audio available from the
channel. When moved to the left only the left speakers will be
heard, or to the right for the right speakers.
8. Process Loop – activates the process loop for the channel
assigned.
Note 1: The circuit has been designed to act as a send for an
external device such as a sampler if no return is plugged in.
Note 2: All process loops go to the same output. By pressing
process on two channels at the same time, the audio will bleed
through.
CROSSFADER
22. Infinity™ Crossfader - achieves clean segues between the two
input channels selected by the Crossfader Assign. See page 10
for a more detail description of this exciting new design.
9. PFL Meter - used to adjust the PFL levels, accurately match
channel levels with the Pre-fader gain controls before mixing
them together. The idea is to properly match PFL inputs, not
the input with the stereo output meter!
23. Crossfader Slope – determines how quickly the audio from the
opposing side of the crossfader activates. A tight curve (hard
right) turns on the opposing audio signal with very little
crossfader movement. A loose curve (hard left) makes very long
and smooth segues in transition.
MICROPHONE
10. Mic Gain Controls – controls the DJ Mic volume for the
Neutrik™ “Combo” connector on the front panel.
24. Hamster switch with Off position – reverses the direction of
the crossfader. In the center position the crossfader is
deactivated.
11. Treble and Bass Controls – for fine-tuning the tone of your
voice on both mics through the sound system. The controls are
detented for setting tone "flat". For best results, use a dynamic
cardioid microphone.
25. Crossfader Assign – channels 1 or 2 can be assigned to the left.
Channels 2 and 3 can be assigned to the right. If for example
channels 1 and 3 were selected then "Hard left" selects Channel
1 and "Hard right" selects Channel 3. With the crossfader
12. Mic Process Loop – activates the process loop for the
microphone.
centered, both assigned channels are live. Use the crossfader for
fast and seamless segues from one selected channel to the other.
13. Neutrik™ “Combo” connector - allows connection of either a
1/4” jack or an XLR jack. This is ideal for connecting an XLR
gooseneck directly into the mixer.
Note: If channel 2 is selected on both sides, the crossfader will
turn off channel 2 in the left position and turn it on in the right
position
HEADPHONE CUEING
Note: The crossfader is user replaceable in case of failure.
Simply unscrew the two large screws that hold it in place, lift it
out and disconnect its cable. Re-attach the new crossfader and
screw the mounting plate back onto the unit - you’re back in
business!
14. Channel Cue Assign - are used to route Pre Fader Level (PFL)
channel audio to the Monitor Section. The channel faders do
not control the Cue volume.
15. Headphone Mix - controls the mix of PFL and PGM signals to
your headphones. When the slider is moved to the left, all you
will hear is the cue source. When the slider is all the way to the
right, you will hear what is playing through the master output.
By blending, beats can be matched exactly and segues can be
smooth when a song is cued.
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PRO SM-3
REAR PANEL FEATURES
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1. Power Switch – to turn unit on after you have turned on
all input devices and before you turn on any devices
attached to the output.
12. Channel Send – The output is determined by pushing the
front panel process selectors next to each channel.
Note: this mixer was design to use one processor for
many channels, If more than one channel is selected than
the signal will bleed across the channels. This can be a
desired effect if you wish to blend wet a dry signal. Sent
signal is captured after the PFL gain and prior to EQ and
Pan adjustments allowing the user total control of the
processed signal.
2. Power Supply Input - to plug your power adapter in
before switching on power. See safety precautions on
page 3 for proper treatment of power.
3. Mic Process Send – attach this output to any devices you
would like to process the microphone with. This output is
activated by the front panel mic process button.
This output has been designed to work for a variety of
send options.
4. Mic Process Return – bring your processed mic signal
back in through this input.
a. Sampling - the send should be plugged into your
sampler and the signal returned through one of your
inputs.
5. Phono/Auxiliary Inputs – plug your turntables or line
device in here. Select the AUX/PHONO switch (6) to the
desired input.
b. Processing – the send should be plugged into your
external processor. Plug you processor return into
the Channel Return (13).
6. Phono/Auxiliary switch – select the appropriate position
for your input device. With phono selected the input
signal is fed directly to the PRO SM-1's high-quality
RIAA phono pre-amplifiers so use this input only for
turntables. Line level sources will overload the sensitive
phono pre-amps. Switch this over to the AUX position
for line devices such as CD players and Tape decks.
13. Channel Return – Plug the outputs of your processor to
this input. Set the output level of you processor to match
the signal it receives from the send to ensure smooth
activation. With proper level adjustment you can create
smooth transitions between processed and unprocessed
signal.
7. Ground lug - use these connections with your turntables’
grounding cable to avoid signal hum.
Note: If no device is plugged into the return and a signal is
sent to the Channel Send then that signal will not be
8. Line Inputs - to connect stereo audio from HiFi VCRs,
cassette and reel-to-reel tape decks, DAT machines, CD
players, laser discs, tuners, even synthesizers or other
mixing consoles.
interrupted. By plugging into the return jack, the mixer will
route returned signal to replace the sent signal. In this way a
sampler can be used without interrupting live signal. You
also could use this return as a ¼” line input that can be
selected to any channel when the process button is activated.
NOTE: Plug mono audio sources into both Left and Right
inputs using a “Y" cable connector.
9. Zone Output - an unbalanced output controlled by Zone
Level control on the face panel for extra speakers,
lighting, or recording your mix..
14. Balanced Outputs - These 1/4" Stereo Main Outputs are
reliable Balanced TRS 1/4" connectors controlled by the
Master fader knob. Power transformers and other devices
which cause magnetic fields can induce hum in audio
cables. This can be best resolved by using balanced lines
where inputs and outputs permit. Balanced lines are also
the most effective means of reducing or eliminating RF or
radio frequency" interference.
10. Zone Stereo/Mono Switch - allows the user to adjust the
signal accordingly.
11. Unbalanced Main Outputs – program output controlled
by the Master fader knob.
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QUICK SETUP DIAGRAM
Study this setup diagram. Make sure all faders are at "zero" and all devices are off. First, connect all
input sources and processors. Next, connect your microphone and monitor headphones. Finally, connect the
stereo outputs to the power amplifier(s) and/or audio receivers such as tape decks. Plug your mixer into AC
power. Now you are ready to switch everything on. IMPORTANT: Always switch on your audio input sources
such as turntables or CD players first, then your mixer, and finally any amplifiers. When turning off, always
reverse this operation by turning off amplifiers, then your mixer, and then input devices.
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PRO SM-3
In fin it y™ Fader
Th e Fir s t t r u ly Op t ica l Fa d er
Th e In fin ity Fader™ is a
In du stries worldwide paten ted design an d
com pletely ch an ges th e way au dio m ixers work.
Th e In fin ity™ Fader is th e world's first tru ly 100% optical fader. Previou s con cepts
h ave always requ ired a stiff sh aft to pu ll electrical con tacts alon g a circu it board. Th ou gh
th ese variable resistive faders h ave been u sed for m an y years th ere h ave always been som e
basic drawbacks with th e design . Becau se th e fader h as to drag con tacts alon g a circu it
boards th e fader h as sign ifican t drag in it’s m otion . Th is design also breaks down over
tim e an d can requ ire th e fader be replaced on a regu lar basis if th e fader is u sed for
scratch in g.
Th e In fin ity™ Fader solves both problem s
by rem ovin g th e path of resistan ce by con tact.
It in corporates an LED, ph oto sen sor, an d a
blockin g fader sh aft.
Th e LED tran sm its ligh t to th e ph oto
sen sor. Between th ese two parts is a blockin g
fader sh aft th at travels on a track of th e
sm ooth est steel ball bearin gs. Th is steel fader sh aft
ch an ges th e am ou n t of ligh t it blocks as it m oves
across th e path of th e LED. Th e m ore th e blockin g
fader m oves in fron t of th e LED, th e am ou n t of ligh t
received by th e ph oto sen sor is redu ced. Th is
in form ation is th en tran slated in to variou s levels of
gain con trol with in th e m ixer. Th e fader sh aft itself
h as n o au dio or electrical parts attach ed to it to wear
ou t. Th is revolu tion ary Friction Free con cept ach ieves
th e clean est sou n d with th e absolu te fastest an d
sm ooth est cu ts.
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PRO SM-3
SPECIFICATIONS
INPUTS:
Line: 10k input impedance
175mV rms sensitivity (for 1.22V output)
Mic: 10k input impedance unbalanced
3mV rms sensitivity (for 1.22V output)
85mV rms max input
Phono: 47k input impedance
1.4mV rms sensitivity @ 1 KHz (for 1.22V output)
OUTPUTS:
Line:
9V rms max
Headphone Amp:
0.5 watt into 47
Distortion:
less than 0.01%
SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIOS* (vs. maximum output):
Line: Better than 96 dB
Mic: Better than 78 dB
Phono: Better than 87 dB
*JIS - weighted
FREQUENCY RESPONSE:
Line: 20 Hz- 22k Hz ±0.5 dB
Line: 20 Hz- 20k Hz ±0.5 dB
Phono: ±1 dB except for controlled attenuation of -3 dB
@ 20 Hz to reduce rumble and feedback
CHANNEL EQUALIZER, KILL:
Bass: +10/-55dB @ 60Hz
Middle: +10/-55dB @ 1KHz
Treble: +10/-55dB @ 15KHz
Channel Curve: -6,-20,-30dB at 50% fader position
POWER CONSUMPTION:
21.6 Watt typical
28.8 Watt with full headphone output
DIMENSIONS:
480mm(W) x 175mm(H) x 95mm(D)
19” (W) x 7” (H) x 4 (D)
WEIGHT:
3.2 kgs,
8.7 lbs
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Professional Disc Jockey Products
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY
What is covered and for how long?
1.
NUMARK INDUSTRIES LCC ("NUMARK") warrants to the original purchaser that NUMARK'S DJ mixers and amplifiers are free from defects in material and workmanship under
normal use and service for the period commencing upon the date of purchase from an authorized NUMARK dealer and continuing for the following period of time after that date
for (2) Years. The warranty is extended to (3) Years with the completion of the warranty card provided that the warranty card is completed and returned within (30) days from the
date of purchase. All other NUMARK products are warranted for (1) Year including but not limited to CD players, CD Mix Stations, turntables, preamplifiers, beatkeepers,
equalizers, microphones, headphones, and all other accessories.
What is not covered? This Limited Warranty is conditioned upon proper use of the product by the purchaser.
2.
This Limited Warranty does not cover: (a) defects or damage resulting from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, unusual physical or electrical stress, modification of any part of the
product, or cosmetic damage; (b) equipment that has the serial number removed or made illegible; (c) all plastic surfaces and other externally exposed parts that are scratched or
damaged due to normal use; (d) defects or damage from improper testing, operation, maintenance, installation, adjustment, or service of the mixers; (e) crossfaders.
What are NUMARK'S obligations? During the applicable warranty period, NUMARK will repair or replace, at NUMARK'S sole discretion, without charge to the purchaser, any
defective component part of the mixer. To obtain service under this Limited Warranty, purchaser must first contact NUMARK and obtain a return authorization number ("RA#").
Purchaser must then return the mixer to NUMARK in an adequate container for shipping, accompanied by purchaser's sales receipt or comparable proof of sale showing the date
of purchase, the serial number of the product, and the seller's name and address. To obtain an RA# and assistance on where to return the mixer, contact NUMARK customer
service at 401-295 9000. Upon receipt, NUMARK will repair or replace the defective products. NUMARK may, at NUMARK'S sole discretion, use rebuilt, reconditioned, or new
parts or components when repairing any product or replace a product with a rebuilt, reconditioned or new product. Repaired mixers will be warranted for a period equal to the
remainder of the original Limited Warranty on the original mixer or for (90) days, whichever is longer. All replaced parts, components, boards and equipment become the property
of NUMARK. If NUMARK determines that any mixer is not covered by this Limited Warranty, purchaser must pay all parts, shipping, and labor charges for the repair or return of
such mixer.
3.
4.
What are the limits on NUMARK'S liabilities? THE WARRANTIES GIVEN IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, TOGETHER WITH ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES COVERING
NUMARK MIXERS, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE
DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, NUMARK SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT OR SIMILAR DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS, DAMAGES TO PURCHASER'S PROPERTY, OR INJURY TO PURCHASER OR
OTHERS ARISING OUT OF THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE ANY NUMARK MIXER, BREACH OF WARRANTY, OR NEGLIGENCE, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO NUMARK'S OWN NEGLIGENCE, EVEN IF NUMARK OR ITS AGENT HAS BEEN ADVISED OF SUCH DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY CLAIM BROUGHT AGAINST
PURCHASER BY ANY OTHER PARTY. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE COMPLETE WARRANTY FOR NUMARK'S MIXERS, AND IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
EXPRESS WARRANTIES. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT AND STATES
PURCHASER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY. IF ANY PORTION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS ILLEGAL OR UNENFORCEABLE BY REASON OF ANY LAW, SUCH PARTIAL
ILLEGALITY OR UNENFORCEABILTY SHALL NOT AFFECT THE ENFORCEABILITY OF THE REMAINDER OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY WHICH PURCHASER
ACKNOWLEDGES IS AND WILL ALWAYS BE CONSTRUED TO BE LIMITED BY ITS TERMS OR AS LIMITED AS THE LAW PERMITS.
5.
6.
This Limited Warranty allocates risk of product failure between purchaser and NUMARK, and NUMARK'S product pricing reflects this allocation of risk and the limitations of liability
contained in this Limited Warranty. The agents, employees, distributors, and dealers of NUMARK are not authorized to make modifications to this Limited Warranty, or make
additional warranties binding on NUMARK. Accordingly, additional statements such as dealer advertising or presentation, whether oral or written, do not constitute warranties by
NUMARK and should not be relied upon.
How does state law apply to this warranty? SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR
HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO PURCHASER.
7. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights, which vary from one jurisdiction to another.
RETURN INFORMATION
a) A Return Authorization number must be obtained from Numark through the address or phone numbers below.
b) A copy of the original sales receipt must also be included for the equipment to be repaired under warranty.
c)
The faulty equipment must be packed in its original packaging.
d) One additional outer layer of packaging must be included to ensure product safety. Failure to do so may inadequately protect the equipment in transit and, therefore,
jeopardize the customer’s warranty.
e) Numark will not accept COD shipments and no call tags will be issued for merchandise return.
f)
Numark will not return repaired merchandise to customers by priority service, unless by written request at the customer’s cost. Requests must be submitted in writing
with merchandise returned.
g) The defective Numark equipment should be sent, FREIGHT PREPAID with Return Authorization number clearly printed on the outer packaging and original sales
receipt enclosed to:
INDUSTRIES
Attention: Service Department
11 Helmsman Avenue
Phone: +1 (401) 295-9000
Fax::
Web:
+1 (401) 295-5200
www.numark.com
North Kingstown, RI 02852 USA
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