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Operating Instructions
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Before start
Features
What’s in the box
This unit is an intuitive DJ controller designed specifically for controlling the various
functions of our DJ software, “rekordbox dj” (free). The unit has various control
interfaces, such as the “BIG JOB,” “PERFORMANCE PADS,” and “2-CHANNEL
MIXER,” which were incorporated from the design concept of our professional DJ
products. It also allows the DJ to improvise freely, thanks to the highly responsive
performance of the tuner when combining tracks with “rekordbox dj.” Using other
interfaces, designed specifically for controlling “BEAT FX” and “LOOP,” original
arrangements can be added to the music being played back. Furthermore, the
aluminum jog plate gives the unit a high-quality appearance, perfect for a variety of
scenes, such as events, house parties, etc.
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USB cable
Warranty (for some regions)
Operating Instructions (Quick Start 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.
PERFORMANCE PADS
Eight “PERFORMANCE PADS,” large rubber pads used to operate functions such as
HOT CUE, PAD FX, and SAMPLER on rekordbox, are positioned on each operating
deck. Music can be arranged by simply interacting with these pads, such as by
tapping or thrumming them.
Viewing the manual
A manual may be made of the PDF format file. To view a PDF file, installing
Adobe® Reader® is required.
BIG JOG
The unit is equipped with the “BIG JOG,” which has the optimal size and functional
capacity for manually fast-forwarding, rewinding and scratching. By using this
HID as a means to communicate with rekordbox, operating information from the
jog is sent to the computer accurately and with little delay. Also, a DJ can perform
scratching the same way that they would with an analog record.
Viewing the “rekordbox” manual
1 Launch a web browser on the computer and access the
“rekordbox.com”.
2 Click [Support].
2-CHANNEL MIXER
3 Click [Manual].
The unit includes a “2-CHANNEL MIXER,” whose operating panel layout was
adopted from the Pioneer DJM series, a world standard design for DJ mixers. The
unit has a “TRIM” control on each channel and a channel level meter located in the
center of the mixer unit, so a DJ can see the input volume levels quickly and can
make adjustments. Also, the unit has a “MANUAL FILTER” control for each channel,
so the DJ can immediately initiate drastic changes to a track with one operation
when mixing or arranging tracks.
4 Click the desired language from the list.
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For information and services for “rekordbox,” refer to the “rekordbox.com” above.
About rekordbox
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rekordbox is comprehensive software which can manage audio tracks and make
DJ performances.
BEAT FX
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“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.”
The unit has an interface for “BEAT EFFECT,” which can add an effect that coincides
with the tempo of the track being played. This function allows a DJ to add new
accents to a track, and can be used as a sound effect for mixing tracks.
Minimum operating environment
Supported operating systems CPU and required memory
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Intel processor Core™ i3/i5/i7, Intel processor Core™
2 Duo
PROFESSIONAL QUALITY DESIGN
Mac OS X: 10.11/10.10/10.9
(latest updated)
This unit is large compared to other models in the same price bracket. The jog plate
is made of aluminum, just like top-ranked models, and the surface is treated with a
hairline finish, so that the unit has a strong design presence.
4 GB or more of RAM
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Intel processor Core™ i3/i5/i7, Intel processor Core™
2 Duo
Windows: Windows 10/Windows 8.1/
Windows 7 (latest service pack)
4 GB or more of RAM
rekordbox dj
Others
A USB 2.0 port is required to connect the computer with
this unit.
This unit comes with a license key for “rekordbox dj,” adding DJ performance
functions to rekordbox. After activating “rekordbox dj” via the license key, you can
enjoy not only the fundamentals of being a DJ, such as scratching and mixing,
but also various functions of “rekordbox dj,” such as “HOT CUE,” “SAMPLER,” and
effects. Furthermore, all of the buttons and controls on this unit correspond with
individual functions of “rekordbox dj” in a plug-and-play capacity, so you can enjoy
being a DJ immediately after connecting to your computer.
USB port
Display resolution
Internet connection
Resolution of 1 280 x 768 or greater
An Internet connection is required for registering the
rekordbox user account and downloading the software.
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For information on the latest system requirements, compatibility, and supported
operating systems of rekordbox, see [System Requirements] on the rekordbox.
com site below.
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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.
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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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Installing the software
If you are installing rekordbox for the first time or are upgrading from rekordbox 3 or earlier, use the following procedures.
If you have installed rekordbox 4 already, update it to the latest version.
4 When the screen for completing the installation appears,
click [Close] to end the installation.
Before installing the software
The rekordbox software is not included.
Access “rekordbox.com” for the rekordbox software, and download the software.
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The user is responsible for preparing the computer, network devices and other
elements of the Internet usage environment required for a connection to the
Internet.
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If you have installed rekordbox 4 already, update it to the latest version to use
rekordbox dj.
Downloading rekordbox
1 Access “rekordbox.com”.
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The site is subject to change without notice.
2 After reading the Get Started guide, click [Free To
Download].
Installing (Windows)
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Log into your computer as administrator before starting the installation.
1 Unzip the downloaded rekordbox software file.
2 Double-click the unzipped software file, and then start the
installer.
3 Read the terms of the software license agreement
carefully, and then mark the [Agree] checkbox to continue.
After marking the checkbox, click [Download] to start downloading rekordbox.
3 Read the terms of the license agreement carefully, and if
you agree, select [Agree], then click [Next].
4 Click [Download].
Downloading rekordbox will be started.
Installing rekordbox
Depending on the Operating System (OS) of your computer, procedures differ.
Do not connect the unit to your computer until the installation has completed.
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If a program is opened on your computer, close it.
Installing (Mac OS X)
1 Unzip the downloaded rekordbox software file.
2 Double-click the unzipped software file, and then start the
installer.
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If you do not agree to the contents of the license agreement, click [Cancel] to
cancel the installation.
After specifying the destination, the installation will be started.
When the installation is finished, a completion message will be displayed.
3 Read the terms of the license agreement carefully, and
then click [Agree] to continue.
4 Click [Finish] to complete the installation.
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If you do not agree to the contents of the license agreement, click [Disagree] to
cancel the installation.
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Part names and functions
Top panel
1 Browser section
Selects tracks, and then load them to each deck.
2 Deck sections
Control two decks. There are controls and buttons on the left side to control deck 1 and the right side to control deck 2.
3 Mixer section
Control the level adjustment for each channel, track mixing, etc.
4 Effect sections
Control two effect units (FX1 and FX2). There are controls and buttons on the left side to control deck 1 and the right side to control deck 2. Also, you can select a channel
to be added effects.
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For more details, refer to the rekordbox Manual.
Browser section
2 Rotary selector
Turn:
Moves up or down the cursor in the tree view or track list.
[SHIFT] + turn:
Enlarges or shrinks the enlarged waveform display of rekordbox dj.
Turn right to enlarge, or turn left to shrink.
1 LOAD button
Press:
The selected tracks are loaded to the respective decks.
Moves the cursor between the tree view and track list each time the rotary
selector is pressed.
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When the [LOAD] button is pressed twice, the tracks loaded in the selected
deck on the opposite side are loaded into the deck whose [LOAD] button was
pressed. When this is done while a track is playing, the track is played from
the same position. (Instant Doubles)
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When the playlist palette is displayed, the cursor moves between playlists in
addition to the tree view and track list.
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The tree view, track list and playlist palette are in the browse section of
rekordbox dj. For each function, see the rekordbox Manual.
[SHIFT] + press:
The track list is sorted when one of the [LOAD] buttons is pressed.
[SHIFT] + press:
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It is sorted by BPM on the channel 1, and sorted by artists on the channel 2.
Moves the cursor between the tree view and track list, or closes the folder.
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8 LOOP OUT button
Deck section
The loop out point is set, and loop playback begins.
When this button is pressed during loop playback, the loop playback can be
cancelled.
[SHIFT] + press:
Cancels loop playback. (Loop Exit)
After loop playback is canceled, playback returns to the previously set loop in
point and loop playback resumes. (Reloop)
9 LOOP IN button
Sets Loop In Point.
When this button is pressed during loop playback, the loop playback can be
cancelled.
[SHIFT] + press:
The track returns to the set loop in point and loop playback continues.
Press and hold for a second or more:
Turns the auto 4-beat loop on.
a PLAY/PAUSE f button
Use this to play/pause tracks.
b CUE button
Sets, plays and calls out cue points.
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When the [CUE] button is pressed during pause, the cue point is set.
When the [CUE] button is pressed during playback, the track returns to the
cue point and pauses. (Back Cue)
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When the [CUE] button is pressed and held after the track returns to the cue
point, playback continues as long as the button is pressed. (Cue Sampler)
When the [PLAY/PAUSE f] button is pressed during Cue Sampler,
playback continues from that point.
1 TEMPO slider
Use this to adjust the track playing speed.
2 Jog dial
Turn top:
[SHIFT] + press:
Returns the playback position to the beginning of the track.
When the vinyl mode is on, the scratch operation is possible.
When the vinyl mode is off, the pitch bend operation (adjustment of the playing
speed) is possible.
c SYNC button
Synchronizes with the tempos (pitches) and beat grids of the deck set as the
master for synchronization automatically.
Turn outer section:
The pitch bend operation (adjustment of the playing speed) is possible.
[SHIFT] + press:
[SHIFT] + Turn top:
Sets the deck whose button is pressed as the master deck for synchronization.
Skips the playback position.
d SHIFT button
3 HOT CUE mode button
When another button is pressed while pressing the [SHIFT] button, a different
Sets pads to the hot cue mode.
function is called out.
[SHIFT] + press:
Sets pads to the beat jump mode.
4 PAD FX 1 mode button
Sets pads to the pad FX mode 1.
[SHIFT] + press:
Sets pads to the pad FX mode 2.
5 SLICER mode button
Sets pads to the slicer mode.
[SHIFT] + press:
Sets pads to the slicer loop mode.
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To cancel the slicer or slicer loop mode, press the [PAD FX 1] mode,
[SAMPLER] mode or [HOT CUE] mode button.
6 SAMPLER mode button
Sets pads to the sampler mode.
[SHIFT] + press:
Sets pads to the velocity sampler mode.
7 Performance pads
Controls the “hot cue”, “pad FX”, “slicer”, “sampler” and other functions.
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Mixer section
Effect section
1 FX ON/OFF button
Turns the beat FX on and off.
[SHIFT] + press:
Switches the types of beat FX.
2 FX BEAT settingc button
Decreases the beat fraction for synchronizing the beat FX effect sound each time
the button is pressed.
[SHIFT] + press:
Sets the beat FX tempo mode to the BPM auto mode. The track’s BPM value is
used as the basis for the effect’s tempo.
3 FX BEAT settingd button
Increases the beat fraction for synchronizing the beat FX effect sound each time
the button is pressed.
1 TRIM control
Adjusts the individual channel output gain.
[SHIFT] + press:
Sets the beat FX tempo mode to the BPM tap mode. The BPM value used as the
basis for beat FX is calculated by the interval at which the button is tapped.
2 EQ (HI, MID, LOW) controls
Boosts or cuts frequencies for the different channels.
4 FX LEVEL/DEPTH control
3 FILTER control
Adjusts the beat FX parameter.
Turns on the filter effect for each channel.
When the control is set to the middle position, the original sound outputs.
Trun right: A cut-off frequency for the low-pass filter decreases gradually.
Turn left: A cut-off frequency for the high-pass filter increases gradually.
4 MASTER LEVEL control
Adjusts the master sound level output.
5 HEADPHONES LEVEL control
Adjusts the output level from the [PHONES] output terminal.
6 HEADPHONES CUE MASTER select button
Turns on to output the master sound from the headphones.
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Press it again to turn off to output.
[SHIFT] + press:
Turns on or off to display each panel of rekodrdbox.
7 HEADPHONES CUE 1/2 select buttons
Turns on to output sound from the headphones when the button is pressed.
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Press it again to turn off to output.
[SHIFT] + press:
The track’s tempo can be set by tapping the button. (Tap function)
8 Channel Level indicator
Displays the sound level of the respective channels before passing through the
channel faders.
9 Channel fader
Move:
Adjusts the level of audio signals output in each channel.
[SHIFT] + move:
Uses the channel fader start function.
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a Crossfader
Outputs the sound assigned with the crossfader assign switch.
[SHIFT] + move:
Uses the crossfader start function.
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Rear panel
1 Kensington security slot
4 MIC input terminal (1/4” TS jack)
Connects a wired lock for the theft prevention.
Connects a microphone.
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Only unbalanced input is supported.
2 USB terminal
Connects to a computer.
5 MIC LEVEL control
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Connect this unit and the computer directly using the included USB cable.
A USB hub cannot be used.
Adjusts the volume from the MIC input terminal.
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When not using a microphone, turn the volume to the minimum level.
3 MASTER output terminals (RCA pin-jack type)
Connects to a speakers with a built-in amplifier, powered speakers, etc.
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Compatible with RCA pin-jack type unbalanced outputs
Front panel
1 PHONES output terminal
Connects headphones.
Stereo mini phone plugs (Ø 3.5 mm) can be used.
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Connect the headphones which impedance is 32 Ω or more. It is not
supported with that impedance of the headphones is lower than 32 Ω.
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Connections
Before connecting to the device or changing the connection, disconnect the USB cable. Only use the USB cable included with this unit.
Refer to the operating instructions for the component to be connected.
Power is supplied by the USB bus power. You can use the unit with only connecting to your computer.
Connect the connecting cable correctly after checking the place of the terminal on this unit.
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Connect the unit and your computer directly using the included USB cable.
A USB hub cannot be used.
Connect your computer connected with this unit to an AC power supply.
This unit may not be used with the USB bus power in the following situation.
— Power supply capacity of the USB terminal on your computer is too low.
— Your computer is connected with other devices.
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Impedance of the headphones is lower than 32 Ω.
— The [PHONES] output terminal is connected with a monaural jack.
Connecting output terminals
Connecting your computer to the unit
Rear panel
1 Connect your computer to the unit via a USB cable.
Connect your computer to the unit via a USB cable.
USB cable (supplied)
Computer
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Speakers with a built-in
Microphone*3,
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amplifier, powered
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speakers, etc.*1,
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An audio cable (RCA) is not included with this unit.
Turn the volume of the device(s) (speakers with a built-in amplifier, powered
speaker, etc.) connected to the [MASTER] output terminals to an appropriate
level. Note that the output sound may be loud if the volume is set too high.
Only unbalanced input is supported.
When not using a microphone, turn the [MIC LEVEL] control to the minimum
level.
2 Turn on your computer.
3 Turn on the device(s) (speakers with a built-in amplifier,
powered speakers, etc.) connected to the output terminal.
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Front panel
Headphones
Connect the headphones which impedance is 32 Ω or more. It is not supported with
that impedance of the headphones is lower than 32 Ω.
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Basic Operation
Enter the license key to activate rekordbox dj.
Follow the instruction screens to activate rekordbox dj by entering the license key
which is shown on the supplied license key card for “rekordbox dj.”
Starting rekordbox
This manual explains the functions for this hardware mainly. For details about
operating rekordbox dj, refer to the rekordbox Manual.
If you do not have an account, click [Create an account] to create an account.
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For this unit’s user, it is not necessary to pay for the rekordbox dj license key.
For the procedure to activate rekordbox dj, access “rekordbox.com”, and read
the rekordbox Manual on the [Support] page.
Click the [rekordbox] icon.
For Mac OS X
In Finder, open the [Applications] folder, and then click the [rekordbox] icon in the
[rekordbox 4] folder.
Installing the driver software
This audio driver software is for output sound of the computer from this unit.
For Windows 10/8.1
In [Apps view], click the [rekordbox] icon.
For Windows 7
1 Disconnect the USB cable connected between the unit and
computer.
In the Windows [Start] menu, click the [rekordbox] icon under [All Programs] >
[Pioneer] > [rekordbox X.X.X] > [rekordbox].
2 On the [Audio Driver Install] screen, select [DDJ-RB] from
the pull down menu, and then click [Install].
Preparing rekordbox
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This procedure is required only for the first time to start the rekordbox.
Enter the account information.
If you have an account already, enter the account information, and then click
[Setup].
If you do not have an account, click [Create an account] to create an account.
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For the procedure to create an account, access “rekordbox.com”, and read the
rekordbox Manual on the [Support] page.
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If you click [Skip], the audio driver is not installed.
To install the audio driver later, select the following file after clicking
[Preferences] > [Audio] > [Audio] > [Driver] on rekordbox dj.
For Mac OS X: DDJ-RB_M_X.X.X.dmg
For Windows: DDJ-RB_VerX.X.X.exe
Installing (Mac OS X)
Do not connect the unit and computer until the installing is completed.
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If a program is opened on your computer, close it.
1 Read the instruction screen, and then click [Continue].
2 Read the terms of the software license agreement
carefully, and then click [Continue].
If you do not agree to the contents of the license agreement, click [Disagree] to
cancel the installation.
Choose the method you will use.
3 Follow the instruction screens to install the software.
Click [DJ performance] icon.
4 Connect the unit and your computer with using the USB
cable.
Installing (Windows)
Do not connect the unit and computer until the installing is completed.
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Logon into your computer as administrator before starting the installation.
If a program is opened on your computer, close it.
1 Read the instruction screen, and then click [Continue].
2 Read the terms of the software license agreement
carefully, mark the [I agree] checkbox, and then click [OK].
If you do not agree to the contents of the license agreement, click [Cancel] to cancel
the installation.
3 Follow the instruction screens to install the software.
If the [Windows Security] screen is displayed during the installation, click [Install
this driver software anyway] to continue.
When the installation is finished, a completion message will be displayed.
4 Connect the unit and your computer with using the USB
cable.
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Reporting your rekordbox usage statistics
If you agree to your rekordbox usage statistics being sent to the manufactures, to
improve rekordbox quality and specifications, click [Yes] on the following screen. If
you do not agree, click [No].
Loading an audio track into a deck of the
unit
This section explains how to load an audio track into Deck 1 (left) as an example.
Turn the rotary selector to select an audio track from [Collection],
and then press the [LOAD] button on Deck 1 (left).
The selected track is loaded.
Audio setup
When starting rekordbox on your computer connected to the unit, [Select Speaker]
is displayed.
Select an item, and then click [OK].
Playing a track
This section explains how to output sound from Deck 1 (left) as an example.
1 Set the positions of the controls, etc., as shown below.
Names of controls, etc.
Position
1TRIM control
Turned fully counterclockwise
Center position
2EQ (HI/MID/LOW) controls
3FILTER control
Center position
4Channel fader
Bottom position
5MASTER LEVEL control
6Crossfader
Turned fully counterclockwise
Center position
Adding audio tracks into [Collection]
The [Collection] screen contains a list of audio track files managed by rekordbox.
Register audio tracks on your computer to rekordbox, and analyze them so they can
be used on rekordbox.
1 Click [Collection] on the tree view.
A audio track list registered on [Collection] is displayed.
2 Open Finder or Windows Explorer, and then drag & drop
audio track files or folders with audio track files into the audio
track list.
Audio track files are added into [Collection], and then analyzing of waveform
information for audio track files starts.
Wait until analyzing of all audio track files is completed.
2 Press the [PLAY/PAUSE f] button to play the track.
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3 Turn the [TRIM] control.
Adjust the [TRIM] control so that the [CHANNEL LEVEL] indicator’s orange indicator
lights at the peak level.
4 Move the channel fader to the maximum level.
5 Turn the [MASTER LEVEL] control to adjust the audio level
of the speakers.
Adjust the audio level output from the [MASTER] output teminals to an appropriate
level.
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The sound is output from the speaker(s) that you selected.
Closing rekordbox
1 Close rekordbox.
2 Disconnect the USB cable from the computer.
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Advanced Operation
The descriptions from this point on are for functions that are specific for when
this unit and rekordbox dj are used in combination and are not described in the
rekordbox Manual.
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If the [PAD FX 1] mode button is pressed while pressing the [SHIFT] button, the
mode changes to pad FX mode 2.
Effects are assigned to the performance pads as shown below.
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②
③
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Effect E
Effect E
Effect E
Effect E
Using the performance pads
Use the pad mode buttons ([HOT CUE] mode button, [PAD FX 1] mode button,
[SLICER] mode button and [SAMPLER] mode button) to switch the functions.
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⑥
⑦
⑧
Effect F
Effect G
Effect H
Release
FX B
Using hot cues
Playback can be started instantaneously from the position at which a hot cue is set.
In addition to hot cues, loops can be set and called out instantaneously.
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Effects assigned to the performance pads can be customized (effects applied to
pad 1 are also applied to the pads 2 to 4). For details, see the rekordbox Manual.
To change the release FX type assigned to pad 8, use rekordbox dj. For details,
see the rekordbox Manual.
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Up to eight hot cue points can be set and saved per track.
2 Press and hold a performance pad.
The effect turns on according to the effect and number of beats settings assigned to
the pad that was pressed.
ꢀ Setting and calling out a hot cue
1 Press the [HOT CUE] mode button.
Switches to hot cue mode.
3 Release the performance pad.
The effect turns off.
2 In the play or pause mode, press a performance pad to set
the hot cue point.
ꢀ Using the release FX of the pad FX
The hot cue points are assigned to the respective performance pads as shown
below.
1 Press and hold one of performance pads 1 to 7.
The effect turns on according to the effect and number of beats settings assigned to
the pad that was pressed.
Hot cue A
Hot cue E
Hot cue B
Hot cue F
Hot cue C
Hot cue G
Hot cue D
Hot cue H
2 Press the performance pad 8.
The pad FX effect that was on up until now turns off and the release FX effect is
added.
Using the Slicer function
The specified range is divided into eight equal sections, and these eight sliced
sections are assigned to the respective performance pads. While one of the
performance pads is pressed, the sound for the section assigned to that pad is
played in a loop.
During loop playback of the pad’s sound, normal playback with the original rhythm
continues in the background. When the pad is released and loop playback ends,
playback resumes from the position reached at that point.
3 Press the performance pad at which the hot cue point was
set.
Playback starts from the hot cue point.
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Set hot cue points can be cleared by pressing a performance pad while
pressing the [SHIFT] button.
ꢀ Setting and calling out a manual loop
1 Press the [SLICER] mode button.
Switches to slicer mode.
1 Press the [HOT CUE] mode button.
Switches to hot cue mode.
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While pressing the [SHIFT] button, pressing the [SLICER] mode button
switches the mode to slicer loop mode.
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2 Press the [LOOP IN] button during playback, and then press
the [LOOP OUT] button.
2 Click c/d buttons of [LENGTH] on the track deck screen of
rekordbox dj.
Set the slicer’s length.
The setting value of the slicer’s length changes each time the button is pressed
while pressing the c/d buttons of [LENGTH].
Loop playback starts.
3 Press the performance pad to set a loop during loop
playback.
Equally-divided eight sections of the range specified with the slicer’s length are
assigned to the respective performance pads as shown below.
4 Press the performance pad at which the loop is set.
Loop playback starts from the loop in point of the set loop.
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The set loop can be cleared by pressing the performance pad while pressing
the [SHIFT] button.
Slicer’s length
Using the pad FX
A wide range of effect performances are possible with just the simple operation of
pressing and releasing performance pads.
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1 Press the [PAD FX 1] mode button.
Switches to pad FX mode 1.
Effects are assigned to the performance pads as shown below.
Sliced sections 1 to 8
①
②
③
④
Section 1
Section 2
Section 3
Section 7
Section 4
Section 8
Effect A
Effect A
Effect A
Effect A
⑤
⑥
⑤
⑥
⑦
⑧
Section 5
Section 6
Effect B
Effect C
Effect D
Release
FX A
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ꢀ Using the performance pads to play the sampler
3 Click c/d buttons of [ROLL] on the track deck screen of
rekordbox dj.
Set slicer’s “SLICE ROLL”. The setting value of SLICE ROLL changes each time the
button is pressed.
1 Press the [SAMPLER] mode button.
Switches to the sampler mode.
The loop playback length while the pad is pressed can be changed with the “SLICE
ROLL” setting. For example, when [1/4] is set to “SLICE ROLL”, only the first quarter
of the section assigned to the pad is played in a loop.
2 Click [Switching of banks] on the sampler panel screen of
rekordbox dj.
The sampler has four banks and each bank has sixteen slots.
4 Press pad 5 or pad 6 while pressing the [SHIFT] button.
If pad 5 is pressed while pressing the [SHIFT] button, the slicer’s target area moves
to the left.
3 Move the [SAMPLER VOLUME] fader to the upper side.
If pad 6 is pressed while pressing the [SHIFT] button, the slicer’s target area moves
to the right (slice shift).
4 Press a performance pad.
The sound for the slot assigned to the pad that was pressed is played.
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When the pad mode of deck 1 is the sampler mode, sampler slots are assigned
to the respective performance pads as shown below. (The slots in parentheses
are for when the pad mode of deck 2 is the sampler mode)
5 Press and hold a performance pad.
While pressing and holding the pad, the sound is played in a loop.
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The loop playback length differs depending on the “SLICE ROLL” setting.
When the pad is released, the track returns to the position that is playing in the
background.
Slot 1
(slot 9)
Slot 2
(slot 10)
Slot 3
(slot 11)
Slot 4
(slot 12)
ꢀ About slicer mode and slicer loop mode
Slot 5
(slot 13)
Slot 6
(slot 14)
Slot 7
(slot 15)
Slot 8
(slot 16)
Slicer mode
When the playback position advances to the end of the range that has been sliced
into eight equal sections, the range shown on the display switches to the next eight
sliced sections, and these sliced sections are assigned to the respective pads,
replacing the previously assigned sections.
5 During playback, press a performance pad.
Playback continues by returning to the beginning.
6 Press a performance pad while pressing the [SHIFT] button
during playback.
The sound of the slot that is currently playing stops.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2…
Using beat jump
The playback position can be moved instantaneously without breaking the rhythm of
the track being played back.
Slicer loop mode
When the playback position advances to the end of the range that was sliced into
eight equal parts, the playback position returns to the beginning of the range that
was sliced into eight equal parts.
1 Press the [HOT CUE] mode button while pressing the
[SHIFT] button.
Switches to the beat jump mode.
2 Click c/d buttons of [PAGE*] on the track deck screen of
rekordbox dj.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
The movement amount (number of beats or number of bars) of the playback position
assigned to the performance pad changes each time the button is pressed.
The following nine settings can be made.
PAGE1
PAGE2
PAGE3
PAGE4
PAGE5
PAGE6
PAGE7
PAGE8
PAGE9
FINE/1/8 beat/1/4 beat/1/2 beat
1/8 beat/1/4 beat/1/2 beat/1 beat
1/4 beat/1/2 beat/1 beat/2 beats
1/2 beat/1 beat/2 beats/4 beats
1 beat/2 beats/4 beats/8 beats
2 beats/4 beats/8 beats/16 beats
4 beats/8 beats/16 beats/8 bars
8 beats/16 beats/8 bars/16 bars
16 beats/8 bars/16 bars/32 bars
Using the sampler function
This procedure can be used to play tracks loaded in the sampler’s sampler slots
using the performance pads.
ꢀ Preparing to use the sampler
Press the [MASTER] button while pressing the [SHIFT] button.
Press the [MASTER] button while pressing the [SHIFT] button until displaying the
sampler panel on the rekordbox dj screen. A track, loop and slicer target area can be
loaded in sampler slots.
For example, when set to [PAGE2], the pad’s setting is as shown below.
①
②
③
④
ꢀ Load the track in a sampler slot.
1/8 beat
(left
1/8 beat
(right
1/4 beat
(left
1/4 beat
(right
direction)
direction)
direction)
direction)
1 Press the [SAMPLER] mode button.
Switches to the sampler mode.
⑤
⑥
⑦
⑧
2 Press the rotary selector to move the cursor to the track list.
1/2 beat
(left
1/2 beat
(right
1 beat
(left
1 beat
(right
direction)
direction)
direction)
direction)
3 Turn the rotary selector.
Select the track you wish to load in a sampler slot.
3 Click c/d buttons of [PAGE*] on the track deck screen of
4 Press the performance pad while pressing the [SHIFT]
rekordbox dj while pressing the [SHIFT] key on the keyboard.
The movement amount (number of beats or number of bars) of the playback position
assigned to the performance pad changes each time the c/d buttons of [PAGE*] is
pressed.
button.
The selected track is loaded into the sample slot.
!
Loading by overwriting an already loaded sampler slot may not be possible
depending on the [Preferences] of rekordbox.
The following three settings can be made.
PAGE1
PAGE5
PAGE9
FINE/1/8 beat/1/4 beat/1/2 beat
1 beat/2 beats/4 beats/8 beats
16 beats/8 bars/16 bars/32 bars
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4 Press pad 1, pad 3, pad 5, or pad 7.
The playback position moves to the left by the number of beats or number of bars
assigned to the pressed pad.
Slip braking
1 Adjust the [Vinyl Speed Adjust] – [Touch/Brake] setting
in the [Deck] tab of rekordbox’s [Preferences] > [Controller]
5 Press pad 2, pad 4, pad 6, or pad 8.
The playback position moves to the right by the number of beats or number of bars
assigned to the pressed pad.
menu.
The [Vinyl Speed Adjust] setting adjusts the speed, etc. at which the track stops
from the play mode.
When using slip braking, adjust the [Touch/Brake] control of [Vinyl Speed Adjust]
on the computer screen and set to stop the sound slowly.
Using the sequencer
The sequencer function can call up to eight sequences saved from the performance
pad directly to play.
2 Click the [SLIP] button on the track deck screen of
rekordbox dj.
Switches to the slip mode.
1 Press the [SAMPLER] mode button while pressing the
[SHIFT] button.
3 During playback, press the [PLAY/PAUSE f] button.
Playback slowly stops. Normal playback continues in the background even while
playback is slowly stopping.
Switches to the sequence mode.
2 Press a performance pad.
The sequence saved on the pressed pad plays.
Eight sequences are same on the pads of deck 1 and deck 2.
To save a sequence, refer to the rekordbox Manual
4 Press the [PLAY/PAUSE f] button again.
Playback starts from the position reached in the background.
!
To cancel the slip mode, press the [SLIP] button on the track deck screen of
3 Press a performance pad during playback.
The playback position of the sequence goes back to the beginning, and playback
continues.
rekordbox dj again.
Manual slip looping
4 Press a performance pad while pressing the [SHIFT] button.
The sequence playback stops.
1 Click the [SLIP] button on the track deck screen of
rekordbox dj.
Switches to the slip mode.
Using the slip mode
2 Press the [LOOP IN] button during playback, and then press
the [LOOP OUT] button.
Loop playback starts.
When the slip mode is turned on, normal playback with the original rhythm
continues in the background during scratching, looping and hot cue playback.
When scratching, looping or hot cue playback is canceled, normal playback
resumes from the position reached up to the point at which the operation was
canceled.
Normal playback continues in the background even during loop playback.
Various performances can be achieved without breaking the rhythm.
3 Press the [LOOP OUT] button while pressing the [SHIFT]
button.
Looping is canceled and playback starts from the position reached in the
background.
Slip hot cue
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To cancel the slip mode, press the [SLIP] button on the track deck screen of
rekordbox dj again.
1 Press the [HOT CUE] mode button.
Switches to the hot cue mode.
2 Set the hot cue.
Press a performance pad to set the hot cue.
Using the fader start function
3 Click the [SLIP] button on the track deck of rekordbox dj.
The mode switches to the slip mode.
Using the channel fader start function
4 During playback, press and hold a performance pad.
Playback starts from the position at which the hot cue was set. Playback continues
as long as the performance pad is pressed.
1 Set the cue.
Pause at the position from which you want to start playback, then press the [CUE]
button for the corresponding deck.
Normal playback continues in the background even while the hot cue is playing.
2 While pressing the [SHIFT] button, move the channel fader
from the position nearest you towards the back.
Playback of the track starts from the set cue point.
5 Release the performance pad.
Playback starts from the position reached in the background.
!
To cancel the slip mode, press the [SLIP] button on the track deck screen of
rekordbox dj again.
!
When the channel fader is moved back to the position nearest you while
pressing the [SHIFT] button during playback, the track moves instantaneously
back to the set cue point and the pause mode is set. (Back Cue)
When the channel fader is moved from the back to the position nearest you while
pressing the [SHIFT] button when standing by at a cue, track playback starts from
the set cue.
Slip scratching
1 Click the [SLIP] button on the track deck screen of
rekordbox dj.
Switches to the slip mode.
Using the crossfader start function
2 During playback, operate the top of the jog dial to scratch.
Normal playback continues in the background even while scratching.
To use the crossfader start function, set the crossfader assign switch of the channel
on rekordbox dj.
3 Release your hand from the top of the jog dial.
1 Set the cue.
Playback starts from the position reached in the background.
Pause at the position from which you want to start playback, then press the [CUE]
button for the corresponding deck.
!
To cancel the slip mode, press the [SLIP] button on the track deck screen of
rekordbox dj again.
2 Move the crossfader to the left edge or right edge position.
Set to the edge opposite the side on which the channel you want to use with the
fader start function is set.
3 While pressing the [SHIFT] button, move the crossfader in
the opposite direction from the left edge or right edge.
Playback of the track starts from the set cue point.
!
When the crossfader is returned to the original position while pressing the
[SHIFT] button during playback, the track moves instantaneously back to the set
cue point and the pause mode is set (Back Cue).
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When the crossfader is moved from the left edge to the right edge (or from the
right edge to the left edge) while pressing the [SHIFT] button when standing by
at a cue, track playback starts from the set cue point.
Switching the effect’s tempo mode
With rekordbox dj effects, there are two ways to set the beat FX tempo: with “BPM
auto mode” and “BPM tap mode”.
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By default, the BPM auto mode is set.
Analyzing tracks
ꢀ BPM auto mode
Track analysis starts by dragging and dropping a track file or a folder including track
files to the track list of rekordbox.
The track’s BPM value is used as the basis for the effect’s tempo.
!
!
If a track is loaded to a deck by pressing the [LOAD] button before the analysis is
completed, it may take time to display BPM and waveform.
Depending on the number of tracks, some time may be required for analysis.
ꢀ BPM tap mode
The BPM used as the base value for the effect is calculated from the interval at
which the [BEATd] button is tapped while pressing the [SHIFT] button.
Using beat FX
Beat FX can make an effect with the tempo (BPM) of the track loaded on the deck.
Beat FX has two effect units such as [FX1] and [FX2], and these units can be set to a
deck on rekordbox dj as you want.
ꢀ Switching to the BPM tap mode
Press the [BEATd] button while pressing the [SHIFT] button.
!
If the [BEATc] button is pressed while pressing the [SHIFT] button, the mode
This section explains how to make an effect with setting the effect unit to the
channel 1.
switches to the BPM auto mode.
1 While pressing the [SHIFT] button, click the [MASTER]
button on the mixer to display [FX panel] on rekordbox dj.
Using recording functions
rekordbox dj has recording functions and can record mixed sound.
For detailed instructions on recording, see the rekordbox Manual.
1 Click the [REC] button in the global section of rekordbox dj.
The panel used for recording appears on the rekordbox dj screen.
2 Click the FX assign [1] of [FX1] on [FX panel] of rekordbox dj
to set the effect unit to the channel 1.
By default, the FX assign [1] on the effect unit is activated.
2 Click
recording.
on the recording panel of rekordbox dj to start
!
!
!
If you click
again, recording stops.
If the recording is completed, the file is automatically saved.
The saving destination of the file can be changed in the [Preferences] >
[Controller] > [Others] tab of rekordbox.
Using a microphone
3 While pressing the [SHIFT] button, press [FX ON] button to
select an effect type.
The selected effect type is displayed on rekordbox dj.
1 Connect a microphone to the [MIC] input terminal.
2 Click the [MIXER/MIC] button on rekordbox dj to display
the mixer panel.
3 Click the [MIC ON] button on rekordbox dj.
4 Press the [FX ON] button to turn on the effect.
The [ON] button of the corresponded effect is highlighted on rekordbox dj.
4 Operate the [MIC LEVEL] control to adjust the sound output
level.
If rekordbox is connected, it is possible to adjust the EQ and to make an effect.
For instructions about rekordbox dj, see the rekordbox Manual.
5 Operate the [LEVEL/DEPTH] control to adjust the parameter
of the effect.
Adjust the balance of original sound and effect sound.
6 Press [BEATc] or [BEATd] button.
Adjust the beat interval of making the effect.
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Changing the settings
Changing the demo mode setting
On this unit, the demo mode is set if no operation is performed for the specific time
under normal usage condition.
Launching utilities mode
If the utilities mode is launched while the DJ application is opened, the set status
may not be displayed properly.
!
!
By default, demo mode starts when there is no operation for 10 minutes.
When any control or button on this unit is operated during the demo mode, the
demo mode is canceled.
1 Disconnect the USB cable from your computer.
Press a performance pad on the left deck to select the setting.
The currently set value is indicated by which button is lit.
2 While pressing both the [SHIFT] and [PLAY/PAUSE f]
buttons on the left deck, connect the USB cable to the
computer.
Utilities mode is launched.
OFF
Setting 1
Setting 2
Setting 3
3 After launching utilities mode, operate the controller for
the items whose settings you want to change.
See the explanations below for the settings that can be changed.
4 Disconnect the USB cable from the computer, and then turn
off the unit.
!
!
!
!
OFF: Demo mode is disabled.
When turning off the unit, the settings are saved, and the utility mode is quit.
Setting 1: Demo mode starts when there is no operation for 1 minute.
Setting 2: Demo mode starts when there is no operation for 5 minute.
Setting 3: Demo mode starts when there is no operation for 10 minute.
Utilities modes
The following settings can be changed:
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!
!
!
!
MIDI controller setting
Changing the settings on rekordbox
On rekordbox, you can change the setting you want for DJ play.
Master output in monaural or stereo setting
Master output peak limiter setting
Microphone output peak limiter setting
Demo mode setting
Change the setting items under [Controller] of [Preferences].
When connecting the unit to rekordbox, following settings can be changed.
[Controller] > [Deck] tab
[Back Spin Length] setting
When operating the back spin on the jog dial, the back spin is made in longer than
the actual jog dial rotation.
The length of the back spin can be set from three options such as short, normal, or
long.
[Short]: Back spin length short
[Normal]: Back spin length normal
[Long]: Back spin length long
Forcefully using the unit as the general MIDI
controller
The unit automatically changes operation as follows depending on whether
rekordbox is running.
!
When rekordbox is running, controller operation depends on the rekordbox dj
functions.
!
When rekordbox is not running, the unit operates as a general MIDI controller.
Even though rekordbox is running, you can forcefully operate the unit as a general
MIDI controller.
[Controller] > [Mixer] tab
[Fader Start] setting
Change the setting of the fader start function.
While pressing [SHIFT] button, check [Activate the fader start when moving
a channel fader or the cross fader while pressing the SHIFT button.] when
operating the Channel Fader or Cross Fader, to activate the setting.
Press the [FX ON] button on the left deck.
!
[FX ON] button off: Operation automatically changes depending on whether or
not rekordbox is running.
!
[FX ON] button lit: Regardless of whether or not rekordbox is running, the unit
operates as a general MIDI controller.
[Cross Fader] – [Reverse] setting
Set the left or right for the Cross Fader.
[On]: From Cross Fader, the left side is [DECK2] and the right side is [DECK1].
[Off]: From Cross Fader, the left side is [DECK1] and the right side is [DECK2].
Switching monaural sound or stereo sound
Set the output sound from the [MASTER] terminal to monaural or stereo.
!
By default, stereo sound is set.
[Cross Fader] – [Cut Lag] setting
Adjust the cut lag on both edges of Cross Fader.
Unit of 0.1 mm can be adjusted from 0.3 mm to 5.5 mm.
Press the [HOT CUE] button.
!
!
[HOT CUE] button off: Monaural sound outputs.
!
By default, 1.0 mm is set.
[HOT CUE] button lit: Stereo sound output.
[Level Meter] setting
Set the channel level meter or master level meter to display on the level meter on the
mixer unit.
Setting the master output’s peak limiter level
Reducing uncomfortable digital clips which occur suddenly, from the master
output.
!
By default, [Channel Level] is set.
[Channel Level]: Channel level is displayed.
!
By default, the master output’s peak limiter is enabled.
[Master Level]: Master level is displayed.
Press the [PAD FX1] button.
[Microphone Input] – [Low Cut Filter] setting
For microphone sound, set a filter which attenuate lower sound than the voice.
This low cut filter reduces to input background noise such as sound from the
speaker.
!
!
[PAD FX1] button off: Master output peak limiter is disabled.
[PAD FX1] button lit: Master output peak limiter is enabled.
[On]: Microphone sound low cut filter is enabled.
[Off]: Microphone sound low cut filter is disabled.
Setting the microphone output’s peak limiter
level
Reducing uncomfortable digital clips which occur suddenly, from the microphone
output.
!
By default, the microphone output’s peak limiter is enabled.
Press the [SLICER] button.
!
!
[SLICER] button off: The microphone output’s peak limiter is disabled.
[SLICER] button lit: The microphone output’s peak limiter is enabled.
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[Microphone Input] – [Talkover Mode] setting
Change the talkover mode.
[Advanced]: Excepting from the microphone, sound outputs with reducing only
midrange according to the setting value of the talkover level.
Checking the latest version of the driver
software
For the latest information about the driver software for this unit, see the following
site.
Volume
Frequency
[Normal]: Excepting from the microphone, sound outputs with decreasing the
volume according to the setting value of the talkover level.
Volume
Frequency
[Microphone Input] – [Talkover Level] setting
Set the sound attenuation level of the talkover function.
Value: -6 dB / -12 dB / -18 dB / -24 dB
About the driver software and the setting
utility software
This unit has a function as an audio device according to the ASIO standard.
Using the setting utility software
This function is only for Windows.
ꢀ Starting the setting utility software
For Windows 10/8.1
In [Apps view], click [Pioneer] > [DDJ-RB Settings Utility].
For Windows 7
In the Windows [Start] menu, click [All Programs] > [Pioneer] >
[DDJ-RB] > [DDJ-RB Settings Utility].
ꢀ Adjusting the buffer size
When enlarging the buffer size, sound interruption of audio data is less to occur,
but it is increased the time lag occurred by the transmission delay (latency) of audio
data.
Checking the driver software version
For Mac OS X
1 In Finder, open the [Applications] folder.
2 Click [Pioneer] > [DDJ-RB] > [DDJ-RB Version Display Utility].
For Windows
1 Start the setting utility software.
2 Click the [About] tab.
!
!
In this screen, this unit’s firmware version is also displayed.
When this unit is not connected to the computer, or this unit and the computer
are not connected normally , the firmware version is not displayed.
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Additional information
Troubleshooting
!
If you think that there is something wrong with this unit, check the items below and access the Pioneer DJ site and check [FAQ] for the [DDJ-RB].
Sometimes the problem may lie in another component. Inspect the other components and electrical appliances being used. If the problem cannot be rectified, ask your
nearest Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work.
!
This unit may not operate properly due to static electricity or other external influences. In this case, proper operation may be restored by turning the power off, then turning
the power back on.
Problem
Check
Remedy
The power of the unit does not turn on.
Is the included USB properly connected?
Connect the included USB cable properly.
Connect to the USB terminal which can supplies enough.
Is the supply enough from the USB terminal on your
computer connected to this unit?
If other devices which is not used for DJ play is connected to your computer, disconnect
them.
Do not use your computer running on its battery. Supply power to the computer from an AC
power supply.
This unit is not recognized.
Is the included USB cable properly connected?
Are you using a USB hub?
Connect the included USB cable properly.
USB hubs cannot be used. Connect the computer and this unit directly using the included
USB cable.
Is the driver software properly set?
Is your computer recognizing the unit?
Mac: In [DDJ-RB Version Display Utility], check if the firmware version of this unit is
displayed. (page 18)
Windows: In [DDJ-RB Settings Utility], check if the firmware version of this unit is displayed.
Are other applications running?
Quit other applications including screen savers and resident software. (When quitting
antivirus security software, before doing so, disable the Internet connection to ensure the
security of your computer.)
Are USB devices other than this unit connected?
—
Remove external hard disks and the keyboard (for some models), etc. to check the status with
only the built-in hard disk.
If your computer has more than one USB terminal, check using a different USB terminal.
Are multiple ASIO drivers for units other than this unit
installed on the computer?
Uninstall unnecessary ASIO drivers.
For details of how to uninstall ASIO drivers, check with the manufacturer of the respective
ASIO driver.
Is the sound setting on the computer set properly?
Mac: Disconnect the USB cable connecting the unit and the computer, start the utilities
software for Mac OS X [Audio MIDI Setup], and display the [MIDI Window] or [MIDI
studio]. After selecting the [DDJ-RB] icon, click [Remove Device]. (The [USB MIDI Device]
icon may be displayed instead of the [DDJ-RB] icon. In that case, select [USB MIDI Device].)
If this unit is connected to the computer using the USB cable again, the [DDJ-RB] icon
appears.
The jog dial does not respond to touching.
Is the jog dial dirty?
An electrostatic system is used as the detection method in the jog dial of this unit. Therefore,
if the jog dial is dirty or the user has hand cream on their hands, detection may not respond.
When cleaning the jog dial, dry wipe with a soft cloth. If it is very dirty, prepare a 5:1 or 6:1
solution of water and neutral detergent, immerse a soft cloth in the solution and wring out
well, then clean the jog dial and wipe with a dry cloth after that.
Does the jog dial respond when touched while touching
some other metal part of the unit?
If touching the jog dial while touching some other metal part of the unit makes it work, there
is a possibility that the unit is affected by another device connected to the unit. Review the
connection environment (setting location or ground connection status, etc.) of the devices
(computer, amplifier, etc.) connected to the unit.
Recording is not possible.
No sound or small sound.
Is the recording level low?
Adjust the recording adjustment control on the recording panel of rekordbox dj.
Connect the connection cables properly.
Are the connection cables properly connected?
Are the terminals and plugs dirty?
Clean the terminals and plugs before making connections.
Properly set the external input selection, volume, etc., on the powered speakers, etc.
Are the connected powered speakers, etc., properly set?
Is the driver software properly set?
Are the [TRIM] control, channel faders, crossfader and
Set the [TRIM] control, channel faders, crossfader and [MASTER LEVEL] control to the
[MASTER LEVEL] control set to the proper positions?
proper positions.
Distorted sound.
Is the [MASTER LEVEL] control set to the proper position? Adjust the [MASTER LEVEL] control according to the connecting device.
Is the [HEADPHONES LEVEL] control set to the proper
Adjust the [HEADPHONES LEVEL] control according to the connecting device.
position?
Is the [TRIM] control set to the proper position?
Adjust the [TRIM] control so that the channel level indicator’s orange indicator lights at the
peak level.
Sound being played is interrupted.
Is the buffer size (latency) value appropriate?
On a Macintosh, set the appropriate buffer size (latency) value on rekordbox. (page 18)
On a Windows system, use the setting utility to set an appropriate buffer size value.
(page 18)
The indicator flashes and operation is
strange.
—
If operation is not as usual or the unit is not turned on, disconnect the USB cable, wait for a
while, and then connect the USB cable to turn on the unit.
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Problem
Check
Remedy
Operation of rekordbox becomes unstable.
Are you using softwares other than rekordbox at the same Quit other applications to decrease the load on the computer.
time?
If operation continues to be unstable, try disabling the wireless network or other wireless
connections, antivirus software, the screen saver, the low power mode, etc.
When other USB devices are connected to the computer.
Disconnect other USB devices from the computer.
When another USB audio device is connected to the computer at the same time, it may not
operate or be recognized normally.
Are you using a USB hub?
USB hubs cannot be used. Connect the computer and this unit directly using the included
USB cable.
There is a problem with the USB port to which this unit is
connected.
If your computer has multiple USB ports, try connecting this unit to a different USB port.
Is this unit connected to a notebook computer running on Supply power to the notebook computer from an AC power supply.
its battery?
(Depending on the notebook computer’s settings, the low power mode may be set when the
computer is running on its battery, automatically reducing the performance of the computer
itself.)
The USB buffer size is too small.
Is a cue set?
Enlarge the USB buffer size. (page 18)
Set the cue.
The fader start function does not work.
Only one track deck is display on the screen. Is rekordbox set to the [EXPORT] mode?
Click the area indicated by [EXPORT] at the upper left of the screen, and then select
The platter is not displayed on the track
[PERFORMANCE].
deck.
Has rekordbox dj been activated?
Enter the rekordbox dj license key included with this unit on the [Preferences] > [License]
screen of rekordbox. For details on the activation, see the rekordbox Manual.
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Installing (Windows)
Using as a controller for other DJ
software
Do not connect the unit to your computer until the installation has completed.
This unit also outputs the operating data for the buttons and controls in MIDI
format. If you connect a computer with a built-in MIDI-compatible DJ software via a
USB cable, you can operate the DJ software on this unit. The sound of music files
being played on the computer can also be output from the DDJ-RB.
To use as a controller for operating DJ software other than the rekordbox software,
also configure the DJ software audio and MIDI-related settings.
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Log into your computer as administrator before starting the installation.
If other programs is opened on the computer, close them.
1 Double-click the file (DDJ-RB_VerX.X.X.exe) downloaded on
The driver software installation screen is displayed.
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For details, see your DJ software’s operating instructions.
2 Read the terms of the license agreement carefully, click
[I agree] if you agree to the contents of the license agreement,
and then click [OK].
If you do not agree to the contents of the license agreement, click [Cancel] to cancel
About MIDI messages
For details on this unit’s MIDI messages, see “List of MIDI Messages”.
the installation.
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“List of MIDI Messages” can be acquired from the following URL:
3 Follow the screen instructions to complete the installation.
If the [Windows Security] screen is displayed during the installation, click [Install
this driver software anyway] to continue the installation.
About the driver software
When the installation is finished, a completion message will be displayed.
This driver software is an exclusive driver for outputting audio signals from the
computer.
See “Software end user license agreement” (page 21).
ꢀ Software end user license agreement
This Software End User License Agreement (“Agreement”) is between you (both the
individual installing the Program and any single legal entity for which the individual
is acting) (“You” or “Your”) and Pioneer DJ Corporation (“Pioneer DJ”).
TAKING ANY STEP TO SET UP OR INSTALL THE PROGRAM MEANS THAT YOU
ACCEPT ALL OF THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT. PERMISSION TO
DOWNLOAD AND/OR USE THE PROGRAM IS EXPRESSLY CONDITIONED ON
YOUR FOLLOWING THESE TERMS. WRITTEN OR ELECTRONIC APPROVAL IS
NOT REQUIRED TO MAKE THIS AGREEMENT VALID AND ENFORCEABLE. IF
YOU DO NOT AGREE TO ALL OF THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT, YOU ARE
NOT AUTHORIZED TO USE THE PROGRAM AND MUST STOP INSTALLING IT OR
UNINSTALL IT, AS APPLICABLE.
ꢀ Downloading the driver software
1 Start the web browser on your computer, and then access
the following Pioneer DJ site.
2 Click [Support].
3 Click [FIND SOFTWARE & FIRMWARE UPDATES].
4 Click [DDJ-RB] on the [CONTROLLER] category.
5 Click [Drivers], and then download the latest driver from
1 DEFINITIONS
1
“Documentation” means written documentation, specifications and help
content made generally available by Pioneer DJ to aid in installing and using
the Program.
the download page.
Download the driver for Mac or Windows.
2
“Program” means all or any part of Pioneer DJ’s software licensed to You by
Pioneer DJ under this Agreement.
2 PROGRAM LICENSE
Installing (Mac OS X)
1
Limited License. Subject to this Agreement’s restrictions, Pioneer DJ grants
to You a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, license (without the right to
sublicense):
Do not connect the unit to your computer until the installation has completed.
a
To install a single copy of the Program in Your computer or mobile
device, to use the Program only for Your personal purpose complying
with this Agreement and the Documentation (“Authorized Use”);
To use the Documentation in support of Your Authorized Use; and
To make one copy of the Program solely for backup purposes, provided
that all titles and trademark, copyright and restricted rights notices are
reproduced on the copy.
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If other programs is opened on the computer, close them.
1 Double-click the file (DDJ-RB_M_X.X.X.dmg) downloaded
on “Downloading the driver software”.
The [DDJ-RB_AudioDriver] menu screen is displayed.
b
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2 Double-click [DDJ-RB_AudioDriver.pkg].
The driver software installation screen is displayed.
2
Restrictions. You will not copy or use the Program or Documentation except
as expressly permitted by this Agreement. You will not transfer, sublicense,
rent, lease or lend the Program, or use it for third-party training, commercial
time-sharing or service bureau use. You will not Yourself or through any third
party modify, reverse engineer, disassemble or decompile the Program,
except to the extent expressly permitted by applicable law, and then only
after You have notified Pioneer DJ in writing of Your intended activities.
Ownership. Pioneer DJ or its licensor retains all right, title and interest in
and to all patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret and other intellectual
property rights in the Program and Documentation, and any derivative works
thereof. You do not acquire any other rights, express or implied, beyond the
limited license set forth in this Agreement.
3 Read the contents on the screen, and then click [Continue].
4 Read the terms of the license agreement carefully, and
then click [Continue].
3
4
5 If you agree to the contents of the license agreement, click
[Agree].
If you do not agree to the contents of the license agreement, click [Disagree] to
cancel the installation.
No Support. Pioneer DJ has no obligation to provide support, maintenance,
upgrades, modifications or new releases for the Program or Documentation
under this Agreement.
6 Follow the screen instructions to complete the installation.
3 WARRANTY DISCLAIMER
THE PROGRAM AND DOCUMENTATION ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT ANY
REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, AND YOU AGREE TO USE THEM AT
YOUR SOLE RISK. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMISSIBLE BY LAW, PIONEER DJ
EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND WITH RESPECT TO THE
PROGRAM AND DOCUMENTATION, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, STATUTORY,
OR ARISING OUT OF COURSE OF PERFORMANCE, COURSE OF DEALING OR
USAGE OF TRADE, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY,
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SATISFACTORY QUALITY, ACCURACY,
TITLE OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.
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4 EXPORT CONTROL AND COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS AND
About trademarks and registered
trademarks
REGULATIONS
You may not use or otherwise export or re-export the Program except as authorized
by United States law and the laws of the jurisdiction in which the Program was
obtained. In particular, but without limitation, the Program may not be exported
or re-exported (a) into any U.S.-embargoed countries or (b) to anyone on the U.S.
Treasury Department's Specially Designated Nationals List or the U.S. Department
of Commerce Denied Persons List or Entity List. By using the Program, you
represent and warrant that you are not located in any such country or on any such
list. You also agree that you will not use the Program for any purposes prohibited
by United States law, including, without limitation, the development, design,
manufacture, or production of nuclear, missile, or chemical or biological weapons.
!
Pioneer DJ is a trademark of PIONEER CORPORATION, and is used under
license. rekordbox is a trademark or registered trademark of the Pioneer DJ
Corporation.
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!
!
Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and other countries.
Intel and Intel Core are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other
countries.
5 U.S. GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS
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ASIO is a trademark of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.
Adobe and Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the U.S.
and other countries.
The Program and Documentations are “commercial computer software” and
“commercial computer software documentation” as those terms are defined in
48 C.F.R. §252.227-7014 (a) (1) (2007) and 252.227-7014 (a) (5) (2007). The U.S.
Government’s rights with respect to the Program and Documentations are limited
by this license pursuant to 48 C.F.R. §12.212 (Computer software) (1995) and 48
C.F.R. §12.211 (Technical data) (1995) and/or 48 C.F.R. §227.7202-3, as applicable.
As such, the Program and Documentations are being licensed to the U.S.
Government end users: (a) only as “commercial items” as that term is defined in
48 C.F.R. §2.101 generally and as incorporated in DFAR 212.102; and (b) with only
those limited rights as are granted to the public pursuant to this license. Under
no circumstance will the U.S. Government or its end users be granted any greater
rights than we grant to other users, as provided for in this license. Manufacturer is
Pioneer DJ Corporation, 1-1 Shin-Ogura, Saiwai-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa, 212-
0031 Japan
The names of companies and products mentioned herein are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Cautions on copyrights
rekordbox restricts playback and duplication of copyright-protected music contents.
!
When coded data, etc., for protecting the copyright is embedded in the music
contents, it may not be possible to operate the program normally.
!
When rekordbox detects that coded data, etc., for protecting the copyright is
embedded in the music contents, processing (playback, reading, etc.) may stop.
Recordings you have made are for your personal enjoyment and according to
copyright laws may not be used without the consent of the copyright holder.
6 DAMAGES AND REMEDIES FOR BREACH
!
Music recorded from CDs, etc., is protected by the copyright laws of individual
countries and by international treaties. It is the full responsibility of the person
who has recorded the music to ensure that it is used legally.
You agree that any breach of this Agreement’s restrictions would cause Pioneer DJ
irreparable harm for which money damages alone would be inadequate. In addition
to damages and any other remedies to which Pioneer DJ may be entitled, You
agree that Pioneer DJ may seek injunctive relief to prevent the actual, threatened or
continued breach of this Agreement.
!
When handling music downloaded from the Internet, etc., it is the full
responsibility of the person who has downloaded the music to ensure that it is
used in accordance with the contract concluded with the download site.
7 TERMINATION
© 2016 Pioneer DJ Corporation.
All rights reserved.
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Pioneer DJ may terminate this Agreement at any time upon Your breach of any
provision. If this Agreement is terminated, You will stop using the Program,
permanently delete it from your computer or mobile device where it resides,
and destroy all copies of the Program and Documentation in Your possession,
confirming to Pioneer DJ in writing that You have done so. Sections 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 3, 4,
5, 6, 7 and 8 will continue in effect after this Agreement’s termination.
8 GENERAL TERMS
1
Limitation of Liability. In no event will Pioneer DJ or its subsidiaries be liable
in connection with this Agreement or its subject matter, under any theory
of liability, for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential or punitive
damages, or damages for lost profits, revenue, business, savings, data,
use, or cost of substitute procurement, even if advised of the possibility of
such damages or if such damages are foreseeable. In no event will Pioneer
DJ’s liability for all damages exceed the amounts actually paid by You to
Pioneer DJ or its subsidiaries for the Program. The parties acknowledge
that the liability limits and risk allocation in this Agreement are reflected in
the Program price and are essential elements of the bargain between the
parties, without which Pioneer DJ would not have provided the Program or
entered into this Agreement.
2
3
The limitations or exclusions of warranties and liability contained in this
Agreement do not affect or prejudice Your statutory rights as consumer
and shall apply to You only to the extent such limitations or exclusions are
permitted under the laws of the jurisdiction where You are located.
Severability and Waiver. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be
illegal, invalid or otherwise unenforceable, that provision will be enforced to
the extent possible or, if incapable of enforcement, deemed to be severed
and deleted from this Agreement, and the remainder will continue in full
force and effect. The waiver by either party of any default or breach of this
Agreement will not waive any other or subsequent default or breach.
No Assignment. You may not assign, sell, transfer, delegate or otherwise
dispose of this Agreement or any rights or obligations under it, whether
voluntarily or involuntarily, by operation of law or otherwise, without Pioneer
DJ’s prior written consent. Any purported assignment, transfer or delegation
by You will be null and void. Subject to the foregoing, this Agreement will be
binding upon and will inure to the benefit of the parties and their respective
successors and assigns.
4
5
6
Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between
the parties and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous agreements or
representations, whether written or oral, concerning its subject matter. This
Agreement may not be modified or amended without Pioneer DJ’s prior and
express written consent, and no other act, document, usage or custom will
be deemed to amend or modify this Agreement.
You agree that this Agreement shall be governed and construed by and
under the laws of Japan.
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