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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. ! Please note that the language of the software screens described in this Operating Instructions may differ from the language of the actual screens. This manual consists mainly of explanations on the functions of the hardware of this unit. For details on operating the DJ software, see the Operating Instructions of the DJ software. Before start Features. 3 What’s in the box. 3 Part names and functions Top panel of unit. 4 Rear panel. 7 Side panel. 7 Using WeDJ for iPhone / iPad About WeDJ for iPhone / iPad. 8 Connections. 8 Start up the system. 9 Operation. 9 WeDJ Advanced Operation. 10 Using djay 2 for iPhone / iPad, vjay for iPhone / iPad Before using djay 2 for iPhone / iPad or vjay for iPhone / iPad. 13 Connections. 13 Start up the system. 14 Operation. 14 Using djay 2 for Android Before using djay 2 for Android. 16 Connections. 16 Start up the system. 18 Checking the audio device settings (only when Android 4.4). 18 Operation. 18 Using rekordbox Viewing the manuals. 20 Install rekordbox. 20 Preparing rekordbox. 22 Adding track files to [ Collection ]. 24 rekordbox Advanced Operation. 25 Using VirtualDJ LE 8 Before installing VirtualDJ LE 8 . 28 Installing VirtualDJ LE 8. 29 About the driver software and setting utility software. 30 Connections. 31 2 En Start up the system. 32 Operation. 32 Changing the settings Launching utilities mode. 34 Utilities modes. 34 Changing the settings with rekordbox. 34 About the driver software and setting utility software. 35 Additional information Troubleshooting. 36 Using as a controller for other DJ software. 37 About trademarks and registered trademarks. 38 Cautions on copyrights. 38
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Before start Before start Features This unit is a compact size DJ Controller that enables DJ performances using dynamic sound changes and a wide variety of light changes. DJing can be enjoyed not just with a computer but also with an iPhone / iPad. The “PULSE CONTROL” function is provided to enable a wide variety of changes in light color using the LEDs of this unit. Furthermore, an AC adapter and USB bus power are supported for the power source of this unit, enabling enjoyment of a DJ life that matches the preferences and style of the user. Hybrid DJ Controller DJ Controller for enjoying DJ on a computer and on an iPhone / iPad. The user can use either a computer or iPhone / iPad depending on the situation so DJing can be enjoyed in a variety of DJ scenes. What’s in the box ! Operating Instructions (Quick Start Guide) ! AC adapter ! Power cord ! USB cable ! Warranty (for some regions) 1 ! rekordbox dj license key card ! Virtual DJ LE 8 license key card 1 The warranty is included for European region only. — 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 pro- vided on the last page of the “Operating Instructions (Quick Start Guide)”. Caution The license key cannot be reissued. Be careful not to lose it. iPhone / iPad CONNECTION The content of an iPhone / iPad can be easily used for DJ performances by connecting this unit and the iPhone / iPad with the cable included with the iPhone / iPad. In addition, since the iPhone / iPad can be recharged even while DJing, DJ performances can be enjoyed without needing to worry about the remaining battery charge. PULSE CONTROL Stages DJ performance in animations with a fusion of sound and light. When a track is loaded, LED light flows toward the jog dial, staging so that the user knows at a glance that the track has been loaded. Also, the LED light rotates during the playback of a track so that the user can know at an instant that a track is playing. Design Achieves a flat, compact size that is easy to carry around, and does not take up space when installed, for a smart, casual design. Uses a round layout letting first-time DJ users to enjoy DJ without feelings of difficulty and an aluminum panel on top that accentuates simplicity. In addition, a blue LED is mounted on the JOG dial to realize a fusion of sound and light in the FX PULSE or other function, and this serves to stage the DJ performance feel, and the enjoyment of sound manipulation. Compatibility with various DJ software programs Since it is compatible with MIDI, a variety of DJ software can be used to perform hot cue, sampler, or other operations. For the latest software support status, see the Pioneer DJ support site below. http://pioneerdj.com/support/ En 3
