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Contents How to read this manual ! Thank you for buying this Pioneer DJ product. Be sure to read this manual and the “Operating Instructions (Quick Start Guide)” included with the unit. Both documents include important information that you should understand before using this product. ! In this manual, names of menus displayed on the product and on the computer screen, as well as names of buttons and terminals, etc., are indicated within brackets. (E.g.: [ FILE ], [ CUE ] button, and [ PHONES ] output terminals) ! Please note that the screens and specifications of the software described in this manual 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 manual. This manual consists mainly of explanations of functions of this unit as hardware. For detailed instructions on operating the rekordbox software, see the rekordbox Operating Instructions. ! This Operating Instructions of rekordbox can be downloaded from the rekordbox product site. For details, see Viewing the Operating Instructions of rekordbox (p.5). Before start Features. 3 What’s in the box. 4 About rekordbox. 4 Viewing the Operating Instructions of rekordbox. 5 Install rekordbox. 5 Connections and part names Connections. 7 Part names and functions Browser section. 10 Deck section. 10 Jog dial display section. 13 Mixer section. 13 Effect section. 15 Display section (deck). 15 Display section (mixer). 16 Touch display (deck section). 16 TRACK INFO. 17 MEMORY CUE INFO. 18 COMBO FX. 18 SAMPLER REPEAT. 18 Touch display (mixer section). 19 BROWSE. 19 Basic Operation Connecting this unit and computer. 20 Starting the system. 21 Quitting the system. 23 Advanced Operation Using the performance pads. 24 Using the slip mode. 27 Using the dual deck mode. 28 Using the fader start function. 29 Using effects. 29 Using the beat FX function . 29 Using the release FX. 31 Using the SOUND COLOR FX function. 31 Using the oscillator function. 31 Using a microphone. 32 Using external inputs. 33 Using the video function. 33 2 En Using the DVS system About the settings of rekordbox dj. 37 Setting the control signals. 37 Changing the settings Displaying the utilities screen. 38 Changing the settings. 38 Changing the settings with rekordbox. 41 About the setting utility software. 41 Additional information Troubleshooting. 44 About the liquid crystal display. 45 Cleaning the touch display. 45 Signal flow. 46 Using as a controller for other DJ software. 46 About trademarks and registered trademarks. 48 Cautions on copyrights. 48
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Before start Before start Features This unit is an all-in-one DJ controller designed specifically for rekordbox dj. It’s interfaces incorporating various controls such as “DISPLAY”, “BIGJOG”, “PERFORMANCE PADS” and 4-channel mixer are positioned with room to spare to allow for more individualistic DJ performances using rekordbox dj. Also, the unit provides “SOUND COLOR FX” and “OSC SAMPLER” func- tions so that original arrangements can be added to the music being played back. Furthermore, numerous input and output terminals support a variety of DJ styles. Featuring aluminum material for the top panel, the design makes the unit look high quality, which is appropriate in a variety of scenes such as nightclubs, home parties, etc. 4-CHANNEL MIXER The unit includes “4-CHANNEL MIXER”, which allows the DJ to indepen- dently operate songs being played back with four decks. Four songs can be mixed to create a highly individualistic DJ mix. Level meters are located near the master unit and the operation inter- face of each channel, so that input and output levels can be understood instantly. This unit retains the control panel layout of the Pioneer DJM series, the world standard in DJ mixers. The simple, easy-to-understand control panel layout not only facilitates DJ performances but also makes it easy for DJs using the unit for the first time to operate it without hesitation, so it can be used without worry as a permanently installed mixer in the club. DISPLAY A 7-inch large color LCD has been employed in each deck section and in the mixer section. This enables more intuitive DJ performances as not only detailed waveforms but also information on the effects and PAD modes required for performances are displayed so that they can be checked in an instant. BIG JOG & ON JOG DISPLAY The industry’s top class time has been achieved for the time required from when the jog is operated until when the control signal is transferred to the software. Additionally, “BIG JOG”, a large sized jog, allows the DJ to play scratches as they wish with smooth operability. At the center of the jog, the “ON JOG DISPLAY” displays the playback status of music and the current playback position so that the DJ can per- form scratching more accurately. Also, the unit is equipped with “JOG FEELING ADJUST”, which is popular in the CDJ Series. It is possible to adjust the operation load and back spin continuous time during scratch play to match particular tastes. MULTI-COLOR PERFORMANCE PADS “MULTI-COLOR PERFORMANCE PADS”, large rubber pads used to oper- ate functions such as HOT CUE, PAD FX, and SAMPLER, are positioned at the front of the unit. Music can be arranged by dynamic actions such as beating and rolling and the volume of the sampler can be increased or decreased depend- ing on the strength of the beat. Also, each pad has built-in multi-color illumination so you can instanta- neously understand the information required for your performance from the color and lighting state of the pad. SAMPLER SEQUENCER This unit is equipped with the “SEQUENCER” function to allow the DJ to create simple phrases by recording and playing “SAMPLER” operation patterns. Intuitive operation is possible because a dedicated operation interface is provided. Furthermore, a created phrase can be loaded into a deck by pressing the [ SEQUENCE LOAD ] button. Loading a phrase into a deck allows arrangements to be added to music using the various functions of the deck such as scratching and reverse playback to create music perfor- mances with even greater originality. OSC SAMPLER The unit is equipped with the “OSC SAMPLER” function for generat- ing four types of sound (NOISE, SINE, SIREN, and HORN). Operation is simple. Just press the button of the sound type you wish to output. You can take music to an entirely new level by superimposing oscillator sound over the music you are playing back or further emphasizing the climax of music. Also, you can change the tone by simply turning the [ OSC SAMPLER PARAMETER ] control, making it possible to generate oscillator sound that is matched to the music. Furthermore, you can use sample sounds saved to the OSC SAMPLER in “rekordbox dj”. SOUND COLOR FX This unit has 6 types of effects (SPACE, DUB ECHO, CRUSH, JET, PITCH, and FILTER). The DJ can adjust tracks to obtain the desired sound quality and make improvisational performances simply by turn- ing the [ COLOR ] controls provided for each of the channels. Adjusting the [ PRAMETER ] control allows a more varied range of expression to be achieved. Creative effect performances are also made possible by assigning your favorite SOUND COLOR FX included in “rekordbox dj”. PLUG AND PLAY DUAL USB PORT Two USB sound cards are provided to connect the unit to up to two computers at the same time. The sound cards of the unit and all buttons and controls are set to be linked with “rekordbox dj” beforehand so that the DJ can begin per- formances immediately using “rekordbox dj” without having to make troublesome settings. The USB selector located at the top side can be used to switch between the two sound cards with a single action. When one DJ takes over from another, this function provides a smooth transition between the two computers without sound being interrupted. FLEXIBLE CONNECTIVITY Four external input systems and two MIC input systems are provided to connect to a CD player or analog turntable. Mixing is possible without going through a computer, so the unit can be used as a single DJ mixer as well. In addition, two MASTER OUT systems and one BOOTH OUT system are provided to handle professional PA device output. All kinds of party scenes and DJ playing styles are supported. En 3
