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NEWEST approved update for the HDC-1000 file Download
The newest update consists of three important functions that will please any style DJ.
Quicker responding Instant Start. (15 mls)
Language selector (French and Spanish – with more to be added)
USB Keyboard Support for String Searching and Player Functions.
VBR support - USB Keyboard Update
Now you can control all of the HDC functions from a USB Keyboard and String Search with lighting results! Below is a chart that describes each key function and what it does when connected to Cortex HDC.
When a particular side is being controlled by the keyboard, the letter K should appear, inversed, in the upper right hand corner of the respective screen that the keyboard is controlling. If the user uses the letter keys at ANY OTHER TIME, whether in Search or Play mode, the unit will automatically go to Search by String and begin to input the letters they have entered.
Keyboard Corresponding function/key on HDC-1000
TAB Switch Active Side that keyboard is controlling
ENTER Enter
Arrows MF Navigator keypad
+ Pitch Bend +
- Pitch Bend –
Shift Shift
CTRL-S Search Mode
CTRL-P Play Mode
CTRL-C Cue
CTRL-Space Play/Pause
CTRL-J Jog Mode
CTRL-I Info
CTRL-T Time
CTRL-1 Single
CTRL-D Device Menu
This update will support any USB wired and wireless Keyboard for Mac and PC.
Type of Unit
Streaming Digital Audio Controller
Format CompatabilityMP3, WAV, CD-Audio
MP3 Format 8 kbps ~ 320 kbps, CBR
WAV Format44.1 kHz, 16 bit stereo
Pitch Ranges4, 8, 16, 24%
Pitch Increment
0.05% at 4 and 8% 0.1% at 16 and 24%
The HDC-1000 uses a database management system that allows the user to search through a massive library of music within seconds, by artist, title, genre, album or even by string.
Databases can be created via the HDC unit or the PC application, allowing users to create and manage database files at a gig, or on a home computer with lightning fast speed.
The cataloging system gives you several browsing options, including Search by Artist, Song, Title, Album, and Genre. This system allows users to search the same way they would using an iPod™ or similar portable music player.
Users can search by a certain word or phrase to find tracks on their storage device, even if they're unsure of the name. When the user inputs a keyword, it will search all Artists, Titles, Albums, and Genres, and show all matches to that keyword. For instance, searching for the word 'LOVE' might bring up (3) artists. It might also find (60) titles, (10) albums and (1) genre. The user can then select the artists, titles, albums, or genres from that list.
No need to abandon the CD collection, the HDC-1000 is able to play audio CDs with any compatible USB CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive.
Play back user-created CD-Rs or DVD-Rs loaded with MP3 or WAV music files using a compatible USB CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive.
The brightly illuminated LCD main playback screen displays info on any track in the catalog, showing everything from the essentials such as artist, track title, pitch, time elapsed/remaining to detailed information including file format (MP3 or WAV), genre, and track length.
Allows users to browse through files and directories as if they were using a computer, showing them the directory structure and file names exactly as they exist on the storage device. DJs with their own organizational system can navigate it quicker than using the database.
The HDC's internal software can be upgraded simply by downloading new software from the Cortex website.
Take a client's request from his iPod or USB memory flash drive, plug it in, and play it right away without having to reboot the unit. With two USB ports (and support for up to 4 devices when using a USB hub), the HDC unit allows users to connect and recognize multiple storage devices to access a variety of separate music
databases simultaneously.
Cue points can be set like a normal CD player, so that the DJ can return to a certain time in the track just by pressing a button. Cue points may also be saved permanently to the connected storage device, allowing them to load with a track automatically.
Every Cortex HDC unit features exclusive protection from accidental shutdown while playing, securing your precious digital files from sudden corruption and preserving your performance. To turn the unit off, simply press and hold the power button for more than 2 seconds.
