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Before start How to read this guide • Thank you for buying this Pioneer DJ product. This guide provides a brief description of the procedures up until connecting the unit to your computer and outputting audio. For the detailed procedures, refer to the Operating Instructions. Be sure to read both this guide and the Operating Instructions. Both documents include important information that you must understand before using this product. After reading the instructions, store them in a safe place for future reference. —— For instructions on viewing the Operating Instructions, see “Viewing the manual” (p.4). • In this guide, name of menus displayed on the unit and on the computer screen, as well as names of buttons and terminals, etc., are indicated with brackets. (e.g. [ File ], [ CUE ] button, [ PHONES ] output terminal) • Please note that the screens and specifications of the software described in this guide as well as the external appearance and specifications of the hardware are currently under development and may differ from the final specifications. • Please note that depending on the operating system version, web browser settings, etc., operation may differ from the procedures described in this guide. • Please note that the language on the screens of the software described in this guide may differ from the language on your screens. Features This unit is an all-in-one DJ controller designed specifically for “rekordbox dj.” It’s interfaces incorporating various controls such as “BIG JOB,” “PERFORMANCE PAD,” and “2-CHANNEL MIXER” are positioned with room to spare on the compact body to allow for more individualistic DJ performances using “rekordbox dj.” There is also a built-in sound card, eliminating the need for complex wiring and settings so that users can start making DJ performances immediately. What’s in the box • USB cable • Warranty (for some regions) • Operating Instructions (Quick Start Guide) (this guide) • License key card for “rekordbox dj” The included warranty is for the European region. —— For the North American region, the corresponding information is provided on the last page of both the English and French versions of the “Operating Instructions (Quick Start Guide).” —— For the Japanese region, the corresponding information is provided on the back cover of the “Operating Instructions (Quick Start Guide).” Note Please keep the license key because it cannot be provided again. Viewing the manual Viewing the Latest Version of the Operating Instructions 1 Launch a web browser on the computer and access the Pioneer DJ site below. http://www.pioneerdj.com/ 4 En • To change the language of the screen, click the flag icon, or click the GLOBAL icon on the bottom right of the screen and select a language from the list. 2 Click [Support]. 3 Click [FIND TUTORIALS & MANUALS]. 4 Click [DDJ-RB] in the [CONTROLLER] category. 5 Click the desired language from the list. Viewing the “rekordbox” manual 1 Launch a web browser on the computer and access the “rekordbox.com”. http://rekordbox.com/ 2 Click [Support]. 3 Click [Manual]. 4 Click the desired language from the list. • For information and services for “rekordbox,” refer to the “rekordbox. com” above. About rekordbox • rekordbox is comprehensive software which can manage audio tracks and make DJ performances. • “rekordbox dj” is the DJ performance function of rekordbox. You can use this function after entering the license key which is shown on the supplied license key card for “rekordbox dj.” Minimum operating environment Supported operating systems Mac OS X: 10.11/10.10/10.9 Windows: Windows 10/Windows 8.1/ Windows 7 (latest service pack) CPU and required memory Intel® processor Core™ i3/i5/i7, Intel® processor Core™ 2 Duo 4 GB or more of RAM Intel® processor Core™ i3/i5/i7, Intel® processor Core™ 2 Duo 4 GB or more of RAM Others USB port Display resolution Internet connection A USB 2.0 port is required to connect the computer with this unit. Resolution of 1 280 x 768 or greater An Internet connection is required for registering the rekordbox user account and downloading the software. • To check the latest information on the operating environment and compatibility, and to acquire the latest operating system, access “rekordbox.com”. http://rekordbox.com • Operation is not guaranteed on all computers, even if all the required operating environment conditions indicated here are fulfilled. • Depending on the computer’s power-saving settings, etc., the CPU and hard disk may not provide sufficient processing capabilities. For notebook comput-ers in particular, make sure the computer is in the proper conditions to provide constant high performance (for example by keeping the AC power connected) when using rekordbox. • Use of the Internet requires a separate contract with a provider offering Internet services and payment of provider fees. • Operating System support assumes you are using the latest point release for that version.
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English Setup procedure Step 1 Installing rekordbox Access “rekordbox.com”, and then install the rekordbox software. = page 6 http://rekordbox.com Step 2 Connecting devices and this unit Connect to your computer. = page 7 Connect the speakers with a built-in amplifier. • If you output sound from your computer, this connection is not necessary. Step 3 Starting rekordbox and playing an audio track Start and set up rekordbox. Play an audio track. = page 8 En 5
