MULTI PLAYER
CDJ-2000NXS
CDJ-2000nexus
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Operating Instructions
ꢀ SD & USB Export
rekordbox music files and management data can be exchanged using
storage devices (SD, USB). This eliminates the need to take the com-
puter to discos or clubs.
Before start
At home or in a studio
Features
This unit is a multi player for professional DJs, offering the variety of
functions, durability and operability required for working in discos and
nightclubs.
rekordbox
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Add music files to collections and analyze them.
Make the preparations on rekordbox.
MULTI MEDIA, MULTI FORMAT
The CDJ-2000 can play not only discs (CDs and DVDs), but also music
files recorded on SD memory cards and USB devices (flash memory
drives and hard disks). Supported music file formats include not only
music CD (CD-DA) and MP3 but also AAC, WAV and AIFF.
rekordbox
The included rekordbox (Mac/Windows) music management software
can be used to prepare playlists, cues, loops, hot cues and beat grids
required for DJ play unhurriedly at home. This allows you to devote all
your attention to your DJ performance at the disco/nightclub on the day
of the performance, with total assurance. From acquiring music files to
DJ performances, all steps in the cycle of the DJ’s work can be accom-
plished smoothly.
Export the rekordbox data on a storage device (SD, USB).
At the disco or club
rekordbox (Mac/Windows)
rekordbox is a software program allowing users who have purchased
a Pioneer DJ player supporting rekordbox to manage music files to be
used for DJ performances.
The included rekordbox music management software can be used
for the management (analysis, settings, creation, history storage) of
music files on computers. Using music files managed with rekordbox in
combination with this unit makes it possible to achieve outstanding DJ
performances.
Connect the storage device (SD, USB) to the DJ player.
In these operating instructions, the version of rekordbox for Mac/
Windows is referred to as “rekordbox (Mac/Windows)”. “rekordbox” is
used to indicate the versions of rekordbox (Mac/Windows) and rekord-
box (iOS/Android) simultaneously, as well as when referring to rekordbox
functions directly.
rekordbox (iOS/Android)
rekordbox (iOS/Android), a smartphone application that can be down-
loaded free of charge, can be used for the management (analysis, set-
tings, creation, history storage) of music files on mobile devices. Using
music files managed with rekordbox (iOS/Android) in combination with
this unit makes it possible to achieve outstanding DJ performances.
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Use the rekordbox data for the performance.
Share the rekordbox data using the PRO DJ LINK function.
Date:2011.11.5
Title:Pro DJ Music,
Artist: Pioneer
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In these operating instructions, the version of rekordbox for mobile
devices is referred to as “rekordbox (iOS/Android)”.
The playback history is stored on the storage device (SD, USB).
PRO DJ LINK
Two types of PRO DJ LINK functions are provided: “SD & USB Export”
using an SD memory card or USB device (flash memory device or hard
disk) and “rekordbox LINK Export” using a computer on which rekordbox
is installed.
At home or in a studio
Date:2011.11.5
Title:Pro DJ Music,
Artist: Pioneer
rekordbox
Check and manage the playback history with rekordbox.
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ꢀ rekordbox LINK Export
MY SETTINGS
When this unit and a computer are connected by LAN cable, the rekord-
box music files and management data can be exchanged directly. This
eliminates the need to export the data to a storage device (SD, USB).
Wireless connection using a wireless LAN router (or wireless LAN
access point) is also possible.
Some of this unit’s settings can be written onto and called out from
storage devices (SD, USB). It is also possible to make this unit’s settings
using rekordbox. The settings you use at home can be called out imme-
diately, so you can devote all your attention to your performance at the
disco/nightclub, with total assurance.
At home or in a studio
BROWSE
rekordbox
A large 6.1-inch color LCD is used to display not only text data but also
jacket photos. The combination of a GUI displaying music file informa-
tion in easily understandable fashion and a rotary selector with easy
operation lets you select tracks with no stress.
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Add music files to collections and analyze them.
Make the preparations on rekordbox.
WAVE ZOOM
An enlarged waveform of the track that can be enlarged or reduced is
displayed. This enlarged waveform is color-coded by band, allowing you
to check the track’s information visually in greater detail.
At the disco or club
rekordbox
BEAT COUNTDOWN
The number of beats remaining to the stored cue points is displayed.
When cue points are set and stored in advance at breaks in the tracks,
etc., this gives you an accurate account of the number of beats to the
set point.
QUANTIZE
Connect the computer and DJ player.
The CDJ-2000NXS is equipped with a quantize function for putting a
track on beat even when the button is pressed roughly, as long as the
track has been analyzed with rekordbox. When setting real time cues
and hot cues, the beat is automatically set to the beat closest to the posi-
tion at which the button was pressed.
rekordbox
On this unit, accurate, on-beat performances are possible without break-
ing the rhythm of the currently playing track, not only when making
settings but also when using such functions as looping, reversing and
hot cueing during playback.
SLIP MODE
This unit is equipped with a slip mode function that keeps the track mov-
ing in the background while looping, reversing, scratching, hot cueing or
pausing. This enables innovative DJ performances while maintaining the
original track’s development, even after looping, reversing, scratching,
hot cueing or pausing are finished.
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Use the rekordbox data for the performance.
Share the rekordbox data using the PRO DJ LINK function.
At home or in a studio
HIGH SOUND QUALITY
The CDJ-2000NXS is designed for thorough improvement of the sound
quality, for both the digital and analog outputs.
Date:2011.11.5
Title:Pro DJ Music,
Artist: Pioneer
For the digital circuitry, a high performance Wolfson D/A converter is
used to faithfully reproduce even the most delicate sounds, achieving
clear, high quality sound with a rich sense of mass and acoustic field.
For the analog circuitry, a hybrid OP amplifier is used to reduce to the
utmost limits that inaudible noise of 20 kHz and higher that can blur
the original sound. Unwanted digital noise is shut out to achieve clear,
highly transparent sound faithful to the original.
rekordbox
Check and manage the playback history with rekordbox.
BEAT SYNC
SOUND CARD
This unit is equipped with exclusive interface and MIDI interface for
controlling the DJ software of other brands. There is also a built-in sound
card, so other equipment can be connected easily.
The tempo and beat position of the track to be played on this unit can
automatically be matched to another DJ player connected by PRO
DJ LINK. The assistance to mixing provided by the beat sync function
makes it possible to hold performances with mixing, effects, etc., greatly
expanding the range of DJ performances. (The tracks must be analyzed
ahead of time with rekordbox in order to use the beat sync function.)
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Titles, album names and artist names recorded in the CD-Text data are dis-
played. When multiple text data are recorded on the disc, the information for the
first text data is displayed.
Before you start
ꢀ Discs that cannot be played
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DTS-CD
Photo CDs
Video CDs
CD Graphics (CD-G) discs
Unfinalized CDs
DVD-Video discs
DVD-Audio discs
DVD-RAM discs
Unfinalized DVDs
Supported sources
This unit supports the sources listed below.
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Discs (page 5)
USB devices (page 6)
SD memory card (page 6)
Computers (page 24)
About the included CD-ROM
This unit can be used in combination with a computer when the software
is installed onto the computer from the included CD-ROM.
The included CD-ROM contains the following two software programs.
ꢀ About CD-R/-RW discs
Music files (MP3/AAC/WAV/AIFF) recorded on CD-R/-RW discs can be
played.
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rekordbox (Mac/Windows) music management software
Driver software
Max. 8 layers (files in folders beyond the 8th layer cannot be
Folder layers
played)
Max. number of
2 000 folders
folders
Usable media
Max. number
3 000 files
of files
About discs
This unit can play the discs shown below.
When there are many folders or files, some time may be required for
loading.
Compatible
formats
Supported file
systems
Type
Mark 1
ꢀ Playback of discs created on a computer or DVD
recorder
Depending on the application’s settings and the computer’s environ-
ment settings, it may not be possible to play discs created on a com-
puter. Record discs in a format playable on this unit. For details, contact
your application’s selling agent.
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Music CD
(CD-DA)
CD
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It may not be possible to play discs created on a computer or DVD
recorder due to the disc’s properties, scratches or dirt, or poor recording
quality (dirt on the recording lens, etc.).
CD-R
See Handling discs on page 46 for instructions on handling discs.
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Music CD
(CD-DA)
CD-ROM
ISO9660 level 1,
ISO9660 level 2,
Romeo and Joliet
ꢀ Creating backup discs
When CD-R/-RW, DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW, DVD-R DL (dual layer)
and DVD+R DL (dual layer) discs are paused or left in the pause mode
at cue points for long periods of time, it may become difficult to play the
disc that point, due to the properties of the disc. When a specific point
is looped repeatedly an extremely large number of times, it may become
difficult to play that point.
CD-RW
When playing valuable discs, we recommend making backup discs.
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CD-TEXT
Music CD (CD-DA)
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ꢀ Regarding copy protected CDs
This unit is designed to CD standards. Operation and performance of
discs with standards other than CD standards is not guaranteed.
DVD-R
DVD-R
DL (dual
layer)
ꢀ About playing DualDiscs
A DualDisc is a new two-sided disc, one side of which contains DVD
content — video, audio, etc. — while the other side contains non-DVD
content such as digital audio material.
ISO9660 level 1,
ISO9660 level 2,
Romeo and Joliet
The non-DVD, audio side of the disc is not compatible with this player.
For more detailed information on the DualDisc specification, please refer
to the disc manufacturer or disc retailer.
DVD-RW
DVD-ROM
DVD+R
DVD+R
DL (dual
layer)
ꢀ About 8 cm discs
8 cm discs cannot be played. Do not mount 8 cm adapters on discs and
play the discs on this unit. The adapter could come off while the disc is
rotating, damaging both the disc and this unit.
DVD+RW
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Discs on which the marks on this table are indicated on the disc label, package
or jacket can be played.
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About SD memory cards
About USB devices
Music files (MP3/AAC/WAV/AIFF) recorded on SD memory cards con-
forming to SD standards can be played.
This unit supports USB mass storage class USB devices (external hard
disks, portable flash memory devices, digital audio players, etc.).
Such data as disc identification information, cue points, loop points and
hot cues can be recorded on SD memory cards.
Max. 8 layers (files in folders beyond the 8th layer cannot be
Folder layers
played)
In this manual, “SD memory card” collectively refers to SD memory
cards, SDHC memory cards, mini-SD memory cards mounted in SD
memory card adapters and micro-SD memory cards mounted in SD
memory card adapters.
Max. number of
folders
Unlimited (folders beyond the 10 000th folder within a single
folder cannot be displayed)
Max. number
of files
Unlimited (files beyond the 10 000th file within a single folder
cannot be displayed)
Max. 8 layers (files in folders beyond the 8th layer cannot be
Supported file
systems
Folder layers
played)
FAT16, FAT32 and HFS+ (NTFS is not supported.)
Max. number of Unlimited (folders beyond the 10 000th folder within a single
Tracks managed by rekordbox (iOS/Android) can be played by connect-
ing the mobile device on which rekordbox (iOS/Android) is installed
neerdj.com/support/). For instructions on rekordbox (iOS/Android), see
the rekordbox (iOS/Android) user’s manual.
When there are many folders or files, some time may be required for
loading.
Folders and files exceeding the limits cannot be displayed.
folders
folder cannot be displayed)
Max. number
of files
Unlimited (files beyond the 10 000th file within a single folder
cannot be displayed)
Supported
cards
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SD memory cards: 8 MB – 2 GB
SDHC memory cards: 4 GB – 32 GB
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SD memory cards: FAT12 and FAT16 (conforming to SD
standards)
SDHC memory cards: FAT32 (conforming to SD standards)
Compatible
formats
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CPRM is not supported.
ꢀ USB devices that cannot be used
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If an SD memory card not formatted in one of the above compatible
formats is inserted, [FORMAT SD] is displayed and the card cannot
be used. Re-format the card on a computer, etc., before using it.
Pioneer does not guarantee that all SD memory cards will operate on
this unit.
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Optical disc type devices such as external DVD/CD drives, etc., are
not supported.
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USB hubs cannot be used.
iPods cannot be used. (Music data on an iPad, iPod touch or iPhone
can only be played on this unit if it is added to the rekordbox (iOS/
Android) library.)
ꢀ Cautions on using SD memory cards
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SD memory cards are precision electronic devices. Handle them
with care. Bending, dropping or subjecting SD memory cards to
strong forces or shocks could break them. Also, do not use or store
SD memory cards in environments where static electricity or electric
noise tends to be produced. We recommend periodically making
copies of valuable data.
Please note that Pioneer will accept no responsibility whatsoever for
loss of data recorded by the customer on SD memory cards or other
direct or indirect problems resulting from connection to this unit.
After ejecting SD memory cards, store them in their dedicated case,
etc.
ꢀ Cautions on using USB devices
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Some USB devices may not operate properly. Please note that
Pioneer will accept no responsibility whatsoever for loss of data
stored by the user on USB devices or other direct or indirect prob-
lems arising due to connection of USB devices to this unit.
If a current larger than the allowable value is detected at this unit’s
USB device insertion slot, it may happen that the [USB STOP]
indicator flashes, the supply of power to the USB device is stopped
and communications are interrupted. To restore normal operation,
disconnect the USB device from this unit. Avoid using USB devices
for which excess currents have been detected. If normal operation is
not restored using the method above (if communications cannot be
established), turn this unit’s power off then back on.
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Depending on the SD memory card you are using, the desired perfor-
mance may not be achieved.
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If multiple partitions are set on the USB device, only the first partition
can be used. (When rekordbox library information is present, the
partition containing the rekordbox library information has priority.)
USB devices equipped with flash card readers may not operate.
Depending on the USB device you are using, the desired perfor-
mance may not be achieved.
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Playable music file formats
This unit supports music files in the formats shown below.
Type
File extension
Compatible formats
Bit depth
Bit rate
Sampling frequency
Encoding method
32 kbps to
320 kbps
MPEG-1 AUDIO LAYER-3
16 bit
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
CBR, VBR
MP3
.mp3
8 kbps to
160 kbps
MPEG-2 AUDIO LAYER-3
MPEG-4 AAC LC
16 bit
16 bit
16 bit
16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz
CBR, VBR
CBR, VBR
CBR, VBR
16 kbps to
320 kbps
16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz,
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
AAC
.m4a, .aac and .mp4
16 kbps to
320 kbps
16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz,
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
MPEG-2 AAC LC
WAV
AIFF
.wav
WAV
AIFF
16 bit, 24 bit
16 bit, 24 bit
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44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
Uncompressed PCM
Uncompressed PCM
.aif, .aiff
About MP3 files
About music file artwork
MP3 files can have a constant bit rate (CBR) or a variable bit rate (VBR).
Both types of files can be played on this unit, but the search and super
fast search functions are slower with VBR files. If your priority is oper-
ability, we recommend recording MP3 files in CBR.
The file format for artwork images that can be added to music files is
JPEG (extensions: “.jpg” or “.jpeg”).
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Files larger than 800 x 800 dots cannot be displayed.
About character displays
About AAC files
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AAC is the abbreviation of “Advanced Audio Coding”, a basic format
of audio compression technology used for MPEG-2 and MPEG-4.
The file format and extension of AAC data depends on the applica-
tion used to create the data.
ꢀ CD-TEXT
This unit is compatible with CD-TEXT. Titles, album names and artist
names recorded in CD-TEXT are displayed. When multiple text data is
recorded, the first text data is displayed. The supported character codes
are listed below.
On this unit, in addition to AAC files encoded with iTunes® and with
the extension “.m4a”, files with the extensions “.aac” and “.mp4” files
can also be played. However, AAC files that are copyright-protected,
such as those purchased from the iTunes Store, cannot be played.
Also, depending on the version of iTunes in which the file was
encoded, it may not be possible to play the file.
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ASCII
ISO-8859
MS-JIS
Mandarin Chinese character code
ꢀ MP3/AAC
About ID3 tags
The tag information types which can be registered from a music file are
ID3 tags (v1, v1.1, v2.2.0, v2.3.0, and v2.4.0) or meta tags.
When displaying track names, etc., to display characters written in local
codes other than Unicode, change the [LANGUAGE] setting.
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Changing the language (p.38)
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To use the Documentation in support of Your Authorized Use;
and
To make one copy of the Program solely for backup pur-
poses, provided that all titles and trademark, copyright and
restricted rights notices are reproduced on the copy.
Functions usable in combination
with a computer
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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 in writing of
Your intended activities.
About the included CD-ROM
This unit can be used in combination with a computer when the software
is installed onto the computer from the included CD-ROM.
The included CD-ROM contains the following two software programs.
ꢀ rekordbox (Mac/Windows) music management
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Ownership. Pioneer 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.
No Support. Pioneer has no obligation to provide support,
maintenance, upgrades, modifications or new releases for the
Program or Documentation under this Agreement.
software
rekordbox is a software program allowing users who have purchased
a Pioneer DJ player supporting rekordbox to manage music files to be
used for DJ performances.
— rekordbox (Mac/Windows) may be used for classifying and
searching for music files stored on your computer as well
as creating playlists, all of which can help improve your DJ
performance.
— rekordbox (Mac/Windows) allows the detecting, measuring,
and editing of beats, tempos (BPM), and other elements of your
music files prior to a performance.
— rekordbox (Mac/Windows) may be used to set and store detailed
point information (for cueing, looping, hot cueing, etc.) prior to a
performance.
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 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.
Not only can various types of point information and playlists prepared
with rekordbox be used for playback on Pioneer DJ players, the playback
history, number of times played, point information, etc., can also be fed
back to rekordbox after playback.
ꢀ Driver software
4 DAMAGES AND REMEDIES FOR BREACH
You agree that any breach of this Agreement’s restrictions would cause
Pioneer irreparable harm for which money damages alone would be
inadequate. In addition to damages and any other remedies to which
Pioneer may be entitled, You agree that Pioneer may seek injunctive
relief to prevent the actual, threatened or continued breach of this
Agreement.
This driver software is an exclusive ASIO driver for outputting audio
signals from the computer. To use this unit connected to a computer on
which Windows is installed, install the driver software on the computer
beforehand.
There is no need to install the driver software when using Mac OS X.
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For details, see Installing the driver software on page 39.
5 TERMINATION
Software end user license agreement
Pioneer 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 in writing
that You have done so. Sections 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 3, 4, 5 and 6 will continue in
effect after this Agreement’s termination.
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
CORPORATION (“Pioneer”).
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.
6 GENERAL TERMS
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Limitation of Liability. In no event will Pioneer 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 pro-
curement, even if advised of the possibility of such damages or if
such damages are foreseeable. In no event will Pioneer’s liability
for all damages exceed the amounts actually paid by You to
Pioneer or its subsidiaries for the Program. The parties acknowl-
edge 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 would
not have provided the Program or entered into this Agreement.
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 limita-
tions or exclusions are permitted under the laws of the jurisdic-
tion where You are located.
1 DEFINITIONS
1
“Documentation” means written documentation, specifications
and help content made generally available by Pioneer to aid in
installing and using the Program.
2
“Program” means all or any part of Pioneer’s software licensed to
You by Pioneer under this Agreement.
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2 PROGRAM LICENSE
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Limited License. Subject to this Agreement’s restrictions,
Pioneer grants to You a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable,
license (without the right to sublicense):
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To install a single copy of the Program in Your computer or
mobile device, to use the Program only for Your personal pur-
pose complying with this Agreement and the Documentation
(“Authorized Use”);
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 enforce-
ment, deemed to be severed and deleted from this Agreement,
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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’s prior written consent. Any pur-
ported 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 respec-
tive successors and assigns.
ꢀ Minimum operating environment for rekordbox
(Mac/Windows)
Check that the computer provides the operating environment described
below before starting installation.
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Macintosh computer equipped with
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For Mac OS X
a Dual-Core 1.6 GHz or greater Intel
processor
CPU
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For Windows 7,
PC/AT compatible computer equipped
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Windows Vista and with a Dual-Core 2.0 GHz or greater
Windows XP
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Intel processor
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Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agree-
ment between the parties and supersedes all prior or contem-
poraneous agreements or representations, whether written or
oral, concerning its subject matter. This Agreement may not be
modified or amended without Pioneer’s prior and express written
consent, and no other act, document, usage or custom will be
deemed to amend or modify this Agreement.
Required
memory
1 GB or more of RAM
250 MB or more of free space (not including space for storing
music files, etc.)
Hard disk
Optical drive
Sound
Optical disc drive on which the CD-ROM can be read
Audio output to speakers, headphones, etc. (internal or external
audio device)
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You agree that this Agreement shall be governed and construed
by and under the laws of Japan.
For user registration and inquiries, use a web browser support-
ing 128-bit SSL (Safari 2.0 or greater, Internet Explorer 6.0 or
greater, etc.).
Internet
connection
®
A USB port for connection of a USB device (flash memory, hard
disc, etc.) is required to transfer music files to the USB device.
USB port
LAN port
Cautions on copyrights
rekordbox restricts playback and duplication of copyright-protected
music contents.
To transfer music files to a Pioneer DJ player, an Ethernet LAN
adapter (RJ45 port) is required for communicating with the DJ
player.
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When coded data, etc., for protecting the copyright is embedded in
the music contents, it may not be possible to operate the program
normally.
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Full functionality is not guaranteed on all computers, even those meeting the
operating environment requirements described above.
Even with the required memory capacity indicated for the operating environment
above, in the cases described below the software may not provide full function-
ality and performance due to lack of memory. In this case, take the necessary
measures to ensure sufficient free memory. We recommend adding extra
memory in order to achieve stable performance.
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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 accord-
ing to copyright laws may not be used without the consent of the copy-
right holder.
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When there are many tracks being managed in the rekordbox library
When resident programs and services are running
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Music recorded from CDs, etc., is protected by the copyright laws of
individual countries and by international treaties. It is the full respon-
sibility of the person who has recorded the music to ensure that it is
used legally.
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.
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Depending on the computer’s power settings and other factors, the CPU and
hard disk processing capacity may be insufficient. When using laptop comput-
ers in particular, always keep the AC power connected and adjust the com-
puter's settings to maximize performance when using rekordbox.
Note that problems may arise with the functionality of rekordbox depending on
other software running on your computer.
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Installing rekordbox (Mac/Windows)
Read Cautions on installing rekordbox (Mac/Windows) carefully before
installing rekordbox.
Cautions on installing rekordbox (Mac/
Windows)
ꢀ Installation procedure (Macintosh)
Read Software end user license agreement carefully before installing
rekordbox.
!
Authorization of the computer’s administrator is required to install
and uninstall rekordbox.
Log on as the user which was set as the computer’s administrator
before installing.
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The included CD-ROM contains installation programs and operating
instructions in the following 12 languages:
English, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Spanish, Portuguese,
Russian, Chinese (simplified characters), Chinese (traditional char-
acters), Korean, Japanese.
1 When the CD-ROM is inserted into the computer’s
optical drive, the optical drive opens on the screen.
Double-click the [CD_menu.app] icon.
!
When using an operating system in any language besides the ones
listed above, select [English] during the installation procedure.
!
If the window containing the [CD_menu.app] icon is not displayed
when the CD-ROM is inserted, use Finder to open the optical drive
manually and double-click the [CD_menu.app] icon.
Supported operating systems
Mac OS X (10.5.8 or later)
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1
1
1
®
32-bit version
64-bit version
32-bit version
Windows 7 Home Premium/Professional/
Ultimate
®
Windows Vista Home Basic/
Home Premium/Business/Ultimate (SP2
or later)
64-bit version
32-bit version
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Windows XP Home Edition/
Professional (SP3 or later)
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2 When the CD-ROM’s menu is displayed, select
[rekordbox: Install Music Management Software], then
click [Start].
4 When the license agreement screen appears, read the
Software end user license agreement carefully. If you
agree to the Software end user license agreement, click
[Agree].
!
If you do not consent to the provisions of the Software end user
license agreement, click [Cancel] and stop installation.
5 Install rekordbox by following the instructions on the
screen.
!
Click [Cancel] to cancel installation after it has started.
Launching rekordbox (Mac/Windows)/
Viewing the Operating Instructions
Log on as the user which was set as the computer’s administrator before
using rekordbox.
!
When rekordbox is started up for the first time, the license key must
be entered. The license key is affixed to the CD-ROM package.
!
To close the CD-ROM menu, click [Exit].
When rekordbox is started up, the operating instructions can be viewed
3 When the license agreement screen appears, select
[English], read the Software end user license agreement
carefully, then click [Continue].
from the rekordbox [Help] menu.
!
The Online manual and online support site can be accessed if the
computer is connected to the Internet.
!
You can select the one you desire from multiple languages as long
as the language is supported by the system environment of your
computer.
ꢀ For Mac OS X
Open the [Application] folder with Finder, then double-
click [rekordbox 2.x.x.app].
4 If you agree to the Software end user license
agreement, click [Agree].
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The 2.x.x indicates the rekordbox version.
!
If you do not consent to the provisions of the Software end user
license agreement, click [I disagree] and stop installation.
ꢀ For Windows® 7, Windows Vista® and Windows®
5 Install rekordbox by following the instructions on the
screen.
XP
Click on the Windows [Start] menu button, then [All
Programs] > [Pioneer] > [rekordbox 2.x.x] > [rekordbox
2.x.x].
ꢀ Installation procedure (Windows)
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Authorization of the computer’s administrator is required to install
and uninstall rekordbox.
!
The 2.x.x indicates the rekordbox version.
Log on as the user registered as the computer’s administrator before
installing rekordbox (Mac/Windows).
Installing rekordbox (iOS/Android)
Install rekordbox (iOS/Android) on the mobile device (smartphone, tablet
device, etc.). For instructions on installation and supported operating
system versions, see our website (http://www.rekordbox.com).
1 Insert the CD-ROM into the computer’s optical drive.
The CD-ROM menu is displayed.
!
If the CD-ROM menu does not appear when the CD-ROM is inserted,
open the optical drive from [Computer (or My Computer)] in the
[Start] menu, then double-click the [CD_menu.exe] icon.
2 When the CD-ROM’s menu is displayed, select
[rekordbox: Install Music Management Software], then
click [Start].
Using the online support site
Before making inquiries on rekordbox operating procedures or techni-
cal issues, read the rekordbox (Mac/Windows) operating instructions
and online manual and check the FAQ provided on the rekordbox online
support site.
<rekordbox online support site>
!
User registration on the rekordbox online support site is required
prior to making inquiries concerning rekordbox.
!
You will need to enter your license key during user registration, so
please have it handy. Also, be sure not to forget the login name (your
e-mail address) and the password specified for your user registra-
tion, as well as the license key.
!
PIONEER CORPORATION collects your personal information for the
following purposes:
1
2
3
To provide customer support for your purchased product
To inform you of product or event information by e-mail
To obtain feedback collected by survey for product planning
purposes
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To close the CD-ROM menu, click [Exit].
3 When the language selection screen appears, select
[English] and click [OK].
— Your personal information is kept confidential corresponding to
the privacy policy set forth by our company.
— Pioneer’s privacy policy can be viewed on the rekordbox online
support site.
!
You can select the one you desire from multiple languages as long
as the language is supported by the system environment of your
computer.
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!
!
When making inquiries regarding rekordbox, please be sure to fur-
nish your computer type and specifications (CPU, installed memory,
other connected peripherals, etc.), the operating system and version
used, as well as concrete information regarding the issue at hand.
— To inquire about configuring your computer with non-Pioneer
peripheral devices and to obtain the corresponding technical
support, contact the specific manufacturer or retailer.
Further version updates are anticipated for improved functionality
and performance of rekordbox. Update programs will be available for
download on the rekordbox online support site. We strongly recom-
mend you perform these updates and always use the latest version of
rekordbox.
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Connections
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Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the power outlet whenever making or changing connections.
Refer to the operating instructions for the component to be connected.
Connect the power cord after all the connections between devices have been completed.
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When using a LAN cable for connection, be sure to use either the LAN cable included with this product or an STP (shielded twisted pair) cable.
Do not disconnect the LAN cable when music files and/or information are being shared using PRO DJ LINK.
Descriptions of terminals
POWER
CONTROL
AUDIO OUT
R
CONTROL
DIGITAL
OUT
L
LINK
1 2 3
4
5
6
1 AUDIO OUT L/R terminals
5 LINK terminal
Connect the audio cables (included) here.
Connect the LAN cable (included) here.
2 CONTROL terminal
6 USB port
This is used to interconnect DJ players with a monaural mini phone
plug (Ø 3.5 mm) cable (commercially available) to send control
signals for relay playback.
Connect to a computer.
CAUTION
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Connections for relay play (p.15)
Operating the switches on this unit or the remote control (if supplied)
may turn off all the indicators as if the power plug were unplugged.
However, this conforms to the intended specifications and the power
supply is not disconnected. To shut off the power supply completely,
you need to unplug the power plug (a power disconnecting device)
from an AC outlet. Place this unit near an AC outlet with easy access
to the power plug (a power disconnecting device). Unplug the power
plug from an AC outlet when this unit will be left unused for a pro-
longed period. Otherwise, it may cause a fire.
3 AC IN
Connect this to a power outlet.
Connect the power cord after all the connections between devices
have been completed.
Be sure to use the included power cord.
4 DIGITAL OUT terminal
Connect a digital coaxial cable here.
Basic style
Playback on this unit is performed mainly using tracks prepared with rekordbox installed on a computer.
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For instructions on operating rekordbox, see rekordbox (Mac/Windows)’s operating instructions. The rekordbox (Mac/Windows) operating instruc-
tions can be viewed from the rekordbox (Mac/Windows) [Help] menu.
Also, for DJ players and DJ mixers, up to four PRO DJ LINK-compatible players can be connected with LAN cables (CAT5e) using PRO DJ LINK
connections.
A switching hub (commercially available) may be necessary, depending on the combination of models used. Use a switching hub of 100 Mbps or
greater. Some switching hubs may not operate properly.
A switching hub (commercially available) is necessary to connect to a mixer equipped with only one LAN port. For mixers with enough LAN ports for
all the DJ players and computers in the system, connect directly to the LAN ports on the mixer’s rear panel, without using a hub.
Use a wireless router (commercially available) and access point (commercially available) conforming to either IEEE802.11n or IEEE802.11g stan-
dards. Depending on the signal conditions in the usage environment and the wireless router or access point, PRO DJ LINK connections may not
operate properly.
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Connecting to a mixer with only one LAN port
When connecting to a mixer with only one LAN port using a switching hub, in order to use rekordbox’s music file management functions to their maxi-
mum, set the channel number of the mixer to which the audio or coaxial digital cable is connected and the player number displayed at the bottom left
of the main unit display to the same number.
(Ex.: When the audio cable is connected to channel 1)
Audio cable
PLAYER 1
CH 1
CH 1
PHONO CD/LINE
L
NAL GND
R
To change the player number, follow the procedure below.
1
2
3
4
Disconnect the storage device (SD, USB) and LAN cable.
Press the [MENU/UTILITY] button for over 1 second to display the [UTILITY] screen.
Turn the rotary selector to select [PLAYER No.], then press the rotary selector.
Turn the rotary selector to select the player number, then press the rotary selector to enter it.
5
Press the [MENU/UTILITY] button to complete the setting.
PRO DJ LINK (SD & USB Export)
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rekordbox music files and data can be exchanged with this unit using a memory device (flash memory, hard disk, etc.), eliminating the need to take
a computer into the DJ booth. Such information as playlists, cues, loops and hot cues set in advance with rekordbox can be used for playback.
USB device on
which
rekordbox data
is recorded
SD memory
Computer
rekordbox
USB
STOP
card on which
rekordbox data
is recorded
SD
HOT CUE
Q
Switching hub
LAN cable
LAN cable
•I
LAN cable
Audio cable
LO
Audio
cable
REC / CALL
L
R
POWER
CONTROL
AUDIO OUT
CONTROL
DIGITAL
OUT
LINK
DJ player
DJ mixer
Rear panel
Power cord
To an AC outlet
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PRO DJ LINK (LINK Export)
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Tracks in rekordbox can be selected and played when the computer is taken into a DJ booth and connected to a computer on which rekordbox is
installed by LAN cable (CAT5e) or wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) router. Performances can be held using such information as playlists, cues, loops and hot
cues that have been set ahead of time with rekordbox.
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Tracks in rekordbox can be selected and played when connected to a mobile device on which rekordbox (iOS/Android) is installed by USB cable or
wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) router. Performances can be held using such information as playlists, cues, loops and hot cues that have been set ahead of
time with rekordbox.
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With wired LAN connections, up to two computers on which rekordbox is installed can be connected.
With wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) connections, up to four computers or mobile devices on which rekordbox is installed can be connected.
iPods/iPhones/iPads that can be connected to this product
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This product supports iPod touch (3rd and 4th generation), iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPad (3rd generation), iPad 2 and iPad.
ꢀ Using a switching hub
Computer
Computer
Mobile device on
which rekordbox
is installed
rekordbox
rekordbox
LAN cable × 2
Switching hub
USB
STOP
LAN cable × 3
LAN cable
SD
QU
Audio cable
Audio cable
× 3
HOT CUE
L
R
POWER
CONTROL
AUDIO OUT
CONTROL
DIGITAL
OUT
LINK
Rear panel
DJ player × 3
DJ mixer
Power cord
To an AC outlet
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Use the iPod cable included with this product to connect an iPod, iPhone or iPad to this product.
A switching hub (commercially available) is necessary to connect to a mixer equipped with only one LAN port. For mixers with enough LAN ports for
all the DJ players and computers in the system, connect directly to the LAN ports on the mixer’s rear panel, without using a hub.
ꢀ Using a wireless router and access points
Computer
Computer
Mobile device on
which rekordbox
is installed
rekordbox
rekordbox
Wireless router
and access points
LAN cable × 3
LAN cable
Audio cable
Audio cable
× 3
L
R
POWER
CONTROL
AUDIO OUT
CONTROL
DIGITAL
OUT
LINK
Rear panel
DJ player × 3
DJ mixer
Power cord
To an AC outlet
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Cautions
To use rekordbox’s music file management functions to their maximum, set the channel of the audio or coaxial digital input cable connected to the
mixer and the player number to the same number.
If the player number is different, change the [PLAYER No.] setting on the [UTILITY] screen.
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When a storage device is connected to this unit, [PLAYER No.] is displayed in gray and cannot be changed. Disconnect the storage device or LAN
cable to turn the link off, then change the setting.
Using other brands of DJ software
With this unit, the operating information of the buttons, tempo adjustment dial, etc., can also be output in universal MIDI format. When connected by
USB cable to a computer on which MIDI-compatible DJ software is installed, the DJ software can be operated from the CDJ-2000NXS. The sound of
music files being played on the computer can also be output from the CDJ-2000NXS. For details, see About the driver software (Windows) on page 39
and Using other brands of DJ software on page 41.
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Connect to a computer on which Mac OS X (10.5.8 or later), Windows Vista®, Windows® XP or Windows 7 is installed.
Computer
Other brands of
DJ software
USB cable
USB cable
Audio cable
Audio cable
L
R
POWER
CONTROL
UDIO OU
CONTROL
DIGITAL
OUT
LINK
DJ player
DJ mixer
Rear panel
Power cord
To an AC outlet
Connections for relay play
When this unit and a Pioneer DJ player are interconnected with their [CONTROL] terminals using a mini phone plug cable (Ø 3.5 mm), relay playback
between the two DJ players is possible (page 31).
Mini phone plug cable (Ø 3.5 mm)
Audio cable
Audio cable
L
R
POWER
CONTROL
AUDIO OUT
COOL
DIGITAL
OUT
LINK
DJ player
DJ mixer
Rear panel
Power cord
To an AC outlet
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Part names and functions
Control panel
q r
s
t
u
v
w
x
rekordbox
LINK
p
o
n
m
l
TAG TRACK
REMOVE
BACK
LINK INFO
UTILITY
/
BROWSE
TAG LIST
INFO
MENU
rekordbox
LINK
OFF
ON
POWER
STANDBY
i
h
USB
y
z
USB
STOP
DISC EJECT
SD
USB
g
f
e
d
DISC
SD
QUANTIZE TIME MODE
DISC
k
j
A
B
C
AUTO CUE
VINYL
SD
QUANTIZE TIME MODE
SPEED ADJUST
TOUCH/BRAKE
HOT CUE
AUTO CUE
RELEASE / START
•IN/-4BEAT
OUT
RELOOP/EXIT
LOOP
NEEDLE SEARCH
DELETE MEMORY
CUE/LOOP
CALL
DELETE MEMORY
JOG ADJUST
CUE/LOOP
CALL
c
1/2X LOOP 2X
1/2X LOOP 2X
IN ADJUST
OUT ADJUST
VINYL
CDJ
JOG
MODE
LOOP MODE
D
E
F
G
H
9
a
b
REC / CALL
LIGHT
HEAVY
SLIP
•IN/-4BEAT
OUT
RELOOP/EXIT
BEAT SYNC
LOOP
SYNC
MASTER
I
J
IN ADJUST
OUT ADJUST
DIRECTION
TEMPO
LOOP MODE
6
10 16 WIDE
FWD
REV
8
K
6
5
SLIP
MASTER
TEMPO
7
TRACK SEARCH
L
4
SEARCH
3
2
M
0
CUE
TEMPO
RESET
REV
FWD
PLAY / PAUSE
TEMPO
1
MULTI PLAYER
CDJ-2000 nexus
P
O
N
1 PLAY/PAUSE f button
7 SLIP button
This lights when playing tracks and flashes when in the pause mode.
Pausing (p.24)
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Using the slip mode (p.29)
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8 LOOP MODE button
2 CUE button
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Setting the loop automatically based on the track’s tempo (Auto
This lights when a cue point is set (except during track searching),
and flashes when a new cue point can be set in the pause mode.
Beat Loop) (p.27)
9 IN/4BEAT (IN ADJUST) button
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Setting Cue (p.26)
Use this to set and fine-adjust the loop in point.
3 SEARCH m, n buttons
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Setting Loop (p.26)
The track is forwarded/reversed while the button is held in.
a LOOP OUT (OUT ADJUST) button
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Forward and reverse scanning (p.24)
Use this to set and fine-adjust the loop out point.
4 TRACK SEARCH o, p buttons
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Setting Loop (p.26)
Use these to search for the beginnings of tracks.
b RELOOP/EXIT button
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Finding the beginnings of tracks (Track Search) (p.24)
Use this to return to loop playback (reloop) or cancel loop playback
(loop exit).
5 REV indicator
This lights when playing in the reverse direction.
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Returning to Loop playback (Reloop) (p.27)
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Playing in reverse (p.25)
c HOT CUE (A, B, C, REC/CALL) buttons
6 DIRECTION FWD REV lever
Use this to set, play and call out hot cues.
Use this to turn reverse playback on and off.
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Setting Hot Cue (p.27)
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Playing in reverse (p.25)
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d SD memory card indicator
s TAG LIST button
This flashes when communicating with the SD memory card.
Press this to display the [TAG LIST] screen.
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Inserting and ejecting SD memory cards (p.22)
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Editing tag lists (p.34)
e SD memory card door
t INFO/LINK INFO button
Open and close this door to insert or remove SD memory cards.
Press this to display the [INFO] screen.
When pressed for over 1 second, the details of the tracks loaded in
the DJ player are displayed.
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Inserting and ejecting SD memory cards (p.22)
f SD memory card insertion slot
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Displaying the details of the currently loaded track (p.36)
Load SD memory cards here.
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Inserting and ejecting SD memory cards (p.22)
u MENU/UTILITY button
When pressed once, the menu screen is displayed.
The [UTILITY] screen is displayed when this is pressed for over 1
second.
g USB STOP button
Press for at least 2 seconds before disconnecting the USB device.
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Connecting and disconnecting USB devices (p.23)
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Displaying the [UTILITY] screen (p.37)
h USB indicator
v BACK button
This flashes when this unit is communicating with the USB device.
Press this once to return to the previous screen.
Press for over 1 second to move to the top layer.
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Connecting and disconnecting USB devices (p.23)
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Playing media connected to or inserted in this unit (p.23)
i USB device insertion slot
Load the USB device here.
w TAG TRACK/REMOVE button
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Connecting and disconnecting USB devices (p.23)
Use these to add and remove tracks from the tag list.
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Editing tag lists (p.34)
j TIME MODE/AUTO CUE button
When pressed once, the main unit display’s time display mode
(remaining time display or elapsed time display) switches.
When pressed for over 1 second, auto cue turns on and off.
x Rotary selector
When selecting tracks or setting items, the cursor moves when the
rotary selector is turned. Press the rotary selector to enter.
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Setting auto cue (p.26)
y STANDBY indicator
k QUANTIZE button
This lights when in the standby mode.
Press this to use the quantize function.
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Setting the auto standby mode (p.38)
When the quantize function is set to on, points are automatically
set to the nearest beat position when setting loop in points, loop out
points, hot cues and cues.
z DISC EJECTh button
Use this to eject discs.
Also, the hot cue, loop, reverse and slip functions can be used with-
out breaking the beat.
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Ejecting discs (p.22)
A NEEDLE SEARCH pad
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When the quantize function is set to on, [QUANTIZE] is displayed
on the main unit display.
The sound is played from the position at which the pad is touched.
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Playing from the point touched on the [NEEDLE SEARCH] pad
(p.30)
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Main unit display (p.20)
The quantize function does not work in the following situations
([QUANTIZE] is displayed in gray):
B VINYL SPEED ADJUST TOUCH/BRAKE control
This adjusts the speed at which playback stops when the top of the
jog dial is pressed.
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When playing tracks recorded on discs
When playing music files that have not been analyzed with
rekordbox
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Adjusting the speed at which playback stops (p.25)
l DISC button
C VINYL SPEED ADJUST RELEASE/START control
This adjusts the speed at which playback returns to the normal
speed when the top of the jog dial is released.
Press this to play music files on CDs, CD-ROMs or DVD-ROMs.
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Playing media connected to or inserted in this unit (p.23)
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Adjusting the speed at which the normal playing speed is reached
(p.25)
m SD button
Press this to play music files on the SD memory card.
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Playing media connected to or inserted in this unit (p.23)
D CUE/LOOP CALL c(LOOP 1/2X), d(LOOP 2X) buttons
Use these to call out stored cue and loop points.
n USB button
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Calling out stored cue or loop points (p.28)
Press this to play the music files on a USB device.
When pressed during loop playback, the loop is cut or extended.
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Playing media connected to or inserted in this unit (p.23)
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=
Cutting loops (Loop Cut) (p.27)
Extending loops (loop doubling) (p.27)
o LINK button
Press this to play music files on storage device (SD, USB) loaded in
other DJ players.
E DELETE button
Use this to delete cue and loop points.
=
Playing storage devices (SD, USB) of other players and mobile
devices on which rekordbox is installed (p.23)
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Deleting points individually (p.28)
F MEMORY button
p rekordbox button
Use this to store cue and loop points in the memory.
Press this to play music files in rekordbox.
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Storing cue or loop points (p.28)
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Playing the rekordbox library on a computer or mobile device (p.24)
G JOG MODE button, VINYL mode indicator and CDJ
q Main unit display
mode indicator
The screen switches to the normal playback screen when the
The mode switches between VINYL and CDJ each time this is
pressed. The indicator for the selected mode lights.
[BROWSE], [TAG LIST] and [INFO/LINK INFO] buttons are all turned
off.
=
Switching the jog dial mode (p.25)
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Main unit display (p.20)
H JOG ADJUST control
r BROWSE button
This adjusts the load applied when the jog dial is spun.
Press this to display the [BROWSE] screen.
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Adjusting the load when the jog dial is spun (p.25)
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Switching to the browse screen (p.31)
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I BEAT SYNC MASTER button
Use this to set the track loaded in this unit as the master for the beat
sync function.
=
Using the beat sync function (p.31)
J BEAT SYNC button
Use this to turn on the beat sync function.
=
Using the beat sync function (p.31)
K TEMPO ±6/±10/±16/WIDE button
Use this to switch the playing speed adjustment range.
=
Adjusting the playing speed (Tempo control) (p.24)
L MASTER TEMPO button
Use this to turn the master tempo function on and off.
=
Adjusting the playing speed without changing the pitch (Master
Tempo) (p.24)
M TEMPO slider
Use this to adjust the track playing speed.
=
Adjusting the playing speed (Tempo control) (p.24)
N TEMPO RESET button and TEMPO RESET indicator
Use this to play the track at the original playing speed as recorded on
the disc, etc., regardless of the position of the TEMPO slider. When
the TEMPO RESET button is turned on, the indicator lights.
O Jog dial (–REV/+FWD) and jog ring illumination
This can be used for such operations as scratching, pitch bending,
etc.
=
Operating the jog dial (p.25)
P Jog dial display section
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Jog dial display section (p.21)
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Rear panel
POWER
CONTROL
1
2
For the terminals used for connections, see Descriptions of terminals
on page 12.
1 POWER ON/OFF button
Press to turn the power on and off.
2 Kensington security slot
Front panel
1
2
3
1 Disc insertion slot
2 Disc force eject pin insertion hole
3 Disc insertion slot indicator
About ejecting discs by force
!
If the disc cannot be ejected by pressing the [DISC EJECTh] button, the disc can be forcibly ejected by inserting the disc force eject pin into the disc
force eject pin insertion hole on the main unit’s front panel.
!
When forcibly ejecting a disc, be sure to do so following the procedure below.
1 Press the [POWER ON/OFF] button to turn this unit’s power off, then wait at least 1 minute.
Never forcibly eject a disc directly after turning off the set’s power. Doing so is dangerous for the reasons described below.
The disc will still be spinning when ejected and could hit your fingers, etc., causing injury.
Also, the disc clamp will rotate in an unstable way, and the disc could get scratched.
2 Use the included disc force eject pin. (Do not use anything else.)
The included disc force eject pin is mounted on this unit’s bottom panel. When the pin is inserted all the way into the insertion hole, the disc is ejected
5 mm to 10 mm out of the disc insertion slot. Grasp the disc with your fingers and pull it out.
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Main unit display
Normal playback screen
8
9
a
b
c
d
7
e
f
g
6
5
4
3
2
h
i
j
1
m
l
k
1 CUE
d NEEDLE
The positions of cue points, loop points and hot cues are displayed
as marks.
This lights when needle searching is possible.
e Time display (minutes, seconds and frames)
2 MEMORY
There are 75 frames to a second.
Cue points, loop points and hot cues stored on storage devices (SD,
USB) are displayed as marks.
f QUANTIZE
This is displayed when [QUANTIZE] is on.
3 A. CUE
g MT
This lights when auto cue is set.
This lights when the master tempo is set.
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Adjusting the playing speed without changing the pitch (Master
4 PLAYER
Tempo) (p.24)
This indicates the player number (1 – 4) assigned to this unit.
h BPM
5 TRACK
Displays BPM (Beats Per Minute) of the track currently being played.
This indicates the track number (01 – 99).
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The BPM measured by this unit may differ from the BPM indi-
cated on the disc or that of a Pioneer DJ mixer, etc. This is due to
the different methods used for measuring the BPM, and is not a
malfunction.
6 REMAIN
This lights when the time display is set to the remaining time.
7 Information display section
i Playing speed display
The enlarged waveform analyzed with rekordbox, etc., is displayed
here.
The value changes according to the position of the [TEMPO] slider.
j Playing speed adjustment range display
8 Track name
This indicates the range in which the playing speed can be adjusted
with respect to the original playing speed recorded on the medium.
9 PHASE METER
This indicates the amount of divergence of the bars and beats with
the master player when using the beat sync function.
k WAVE display
This displays the WAVE display, guidance, etc.
a BEAT COUNTDOWN
l Playing address display/scale display (1-minute
intervals)
This indicates the number of bars or beats from the currently playing
position to the nearest stored cue point.
The track is displayed as a bar graph. The current playback posi-
tion is displayed as a white vertical line. When the elapsed time is
displayed, the left edge of the graph lights. When the remaining time
is displayed, the display turns off from the left side. The entire graph
flashes slowly when there are less than 30 seconds remaining in
the track, then begins flashing rapidly when less than 15 seconds
remain.
b KEY
Indicates the track’s key.
c ZOOM and GRID ADJUST mode display
When the rotary selector is pressed for over 1 second, the mode
switches between the [ZOOM] mode and the [GRID ADJUST] mode.
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[ZOOM] mode: When the rotary selector is turned, the waveform
is enlarged or reduced in 5 steps.
m Cache meter
This indicates how much of the currently playing track is cached in
the memory.
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[GRID ADJUST] mode: When the rotary selector is turned, the
beat grid is adjusted.
The beat grid can be adjusted using the [MENU/UTILITY] button.
— [reset]: Resets the adjusted beat grid.
— [snap grid (CUE)]: Moves the first beat to the position of the
currently set cue.
— [SHIFT GRID]: Reflects the results adjusted during synchroni-
zation (pitch bend, etc.) on the beat grid.
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Jog dial display section
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1 Operation display
This indicates the playing position, with one revolution equal to 135
frames. It turns during playback and stops in the pause mode.
2 Cue point display/slip play display
3 Audio memory status display
This flashes when the audio memory is being written. It stops flash-
ing, remaining lit, when writing is completed.
It may not be possible to perform the real time cue operation while
the audio memory is being written.
The display also flashes when there is not enough memory due to
scratch play.
4 Jog touch detection display
When the jog mode is set to VINYL, the top of the jog dial lights when
pressed.
5 VINYL
This lights when the jog mode is set to VINYL.
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Pioneer DJ player is connected, the number of discs stored in the
disc information memory is displayed for several seconds on the
main unit display.
Basic Operation
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For details on storing disc information, see Procedure for calling
out hot cues (for discs) on page 28.
Turning the power on
Ejecting discs
1 Make all the connections, then plug the power cord
into a power outlet.
1 Press the [DISC EJECTh] button to eject the disc.
The disc is ejected from the disc insertion slot.
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This unit’s indicators light and the power turns on.
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This unit’s power turns off.
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Do not pull out the SD memory card or turn off this unit’s power
while the SD memory card indicator is flashing. Doing so could
delete this unit’s management data and damage the SD memory
card, making it impossible to read.
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Do not disconnect the USB device or turn off this unit’s power while
the USB indicator is lit or flashing. Doing so could delete this unit’s
management data and damage the USB device, making it impos-
sible to read.
2 Pull the disc out, being careful not scratch its signal
surface.
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Loading and ejecting discs
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This unit is a one-disc player. Do not insert multiple disc.
Do not force discs into the disc insertion slot when this unit’s power
is off. Doing so could damage the disc and lead to malfunction of
this unit.
When the disc is being drawn in or ejected, do not apply any force
to the disc in the direction opposite its movement. Doing so could
damage the disc or this unit.
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Inserting discs
1 Press the [POWER ON/OFF] button to turn on this
unit’s power.
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If the [DISC EJECTh] button is pressed accidentally, press the
[PLAY/PAUSEf] button immediately. Disc ejection is canceled
and the unit is reset to as it was directly before the [DISC EJECTh]
button was pressed. (No sound is output during the resetting
process.)
When [EJECT/LOAD LOCK] on the [UTILITY] menu is set to [LOCK],
discs cannot be ejected during playback. Either set [EJECT/LOAD
LOCK] to [UNLOCK] or press the [PLAY/PAUSEf] button to
pause playback, then press the [DISC EJECTh] button.
2 Insert the disc horizontally into the disc insertion slot,
with the printed surface facing up.
Playback starts after the medium’s information has been read.
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When a disc containing music files recorded with a hierarchical
structure is loaded, playback starts from the tracks in the uppermost
layer.
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If a disc is ejected during playback, when that same disc is reloaded,
playback resumes from the point playing when the disc was ejected. If
a disc is ejected while pausing, when that disc is reloaded, it pauses at
the same point as when it was ejected. These points are stored in the
memory until this unit’s power is turned off or a different disc is loaded.
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This function does not work with storage devices (SD, USB).
Inserting and ejecting SD memory
cards
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Do not insert any objects other than SD memory cards into the SD
memory card insertion slot. Inserting coins or other metal objects
could damage the internal circuitry, resulting in malfunction.
Do not forcibly insert or remove SD memory cards. Doing so could
damage the SD memory card or this unit.
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When auto cue is turned on, the disc pauses at the audio start posi-
tion. In this case, press the [PLAY/PAUSEf] to start playback.
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For details on auto cue, see Setting auto cue on page 26.
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When a disc is inserted while a storage device (SD, USB) that has
previously been inserted into or connected to this unit or another
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Connecting USB devices (p.23)
Inserting SD memory cards
2 Press the corresponding medium button ([DISC], [SD]
or [USB]).
1 Press the [POWER ON/OFF] button to turn on this
unit’s power.
The tracks or folders are displayed on a list.
The medium whose contents are displayed on the main unit display can
be switched.
2 Open the SD memory card door.
[DISC] button: Displays the contents on the inserted disc.
[SD] button: Displays the contents on the inserted SD memory card.
[USB] button: Displays the contents of the connected USB or mobile
device.
3 Insert the SD memory card.
Insert the SD memory card vertically, with the back side facing forward
and the notch facing down. Push the card in slowly until it stops.
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For details on the [LINK] button, see Playing storage devices (SD,
USB) of other players and mobile devices on which rekordbox is
installed on page 23.
4 Close the SD memory card door.
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For details on the [rekordbox] button, see Playing the rekordbox
library on a computer or mobile device on page 24.
Ejecting SD memory cards
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If the storage device (SD, USB) contains rekordbox library informa-
tion, the rekordbox library is displayed.
1 Open the SD memory card door.
The SD memory card indicator flashes for several seconds, then turns
off.
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For details on rekordbox library browsing, see Playing the rekord-
box library on a computer or mobile device on page 24.
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Do not pull out the SD memory card or turn off this unit’s power
while the SD memory card indicator is flashing. Doing so could
delete this unit’s management data and damage the SD memory
card, making it impossible to read.
3 Turn the rotary selector.
Move the cursor and select the item.
2 Press the SD memory card in. When it pops back up,
pull it out vertically.
3 Close the SD memory card door.
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Press the rotary selector to move to a lower level in the folder. Press
the [BACK] button to return to the level above.
When the [BACK] button is pressed for over 1 second or the medium
button for the medium being browsed is pressed, the display moves
to the topmost level.
Connecting and disconnecting USB
devices
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Tracks in the currently playing track’s category/folder of can also be
selected using the [TRACK SEARCH o, p] buttons.
Connecting USB devices
4 Select the track and press the rotary selector.
When the track is loaded, the screen switches to the normal playback
screen.
The track is loaded, playback starts, and the corresponding medium
button flashes.
1 Press the [POWER ON/OFF] button to turn on this
unit’s power.
2 Connect the USB device to the USB device insertion
slot.
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For details on the normal playback screen, see Main unit display
on page 20.
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When [EJECT/LOAD LOCK] on the [UTILITY] menu is set to [LOCK],
it is not possible to load other tracks during playback. Either set
[EJECT/LOAD LOCK] to [UNLOCK] or press the [PLAY/PAUSEf]
button to pause, then load the track.
Disconnecting USB devices
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When a track has been loaded while pausing, press the
[PLAY/PAUSEf] button to start playback.
When auto cue is turned on, the disc pauses at the audio start posi-
tion. In this case, press the [PLAY/PAUSEf] to start playback.
1 Press the [USB STOP] button until the USB indicator
turns off.
Do not disconnect the USB device or turn off this unit’s power while the
USB indicator is lit or flashing. Doing so could delete this unit’s manage-
ment data and damage the USB device, making it impossible to read.
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For details on auto cue, see Setting auto cue on page 26.
2 Disconnect the USB device.
Playing storage devices (SD, USB) of
other players and mobile devices on
which rekordbox is installed
Display the contents of the storage device (SD, USB) or of the mobile
device on which rekordbox is installed that is connected to the other
player connected to this unit by PRO DJ LINK on this unit’s screen.
Playback
This section describes basic track selection operations and how to
switch the screen.
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Playing storage devices (SD, USB) of other players and mobile devices
on which rekordbox is installed (p.23)
Playing the rekordbox library on a computer or mobile device (p.24)
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The information of discs inserted on other players cannot be
browsed.
1 Connect the storage device (SD, USB) or mobile device
on which rekordbox is installed to the other player
connected to this unit by PRO DJ LINK.
Playing media connected to or inserted in
this unit
2 Press the [LINK] button.
The tracks and/or folders on the storage device (SD, USB) or mobile
device on which rekordbox is installed that is connected to the other
player are displayed.
1 Load the medium in this unit.
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Inserting SD memory cards (p.23)
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When multiple media are connected, a screen for selecting the
medium appears.
If the storage device (SD, USB) contains rekordbox library informa-
tion, the rekordbox library is displayed.
3 Turn the rotary selector to select the track, then press
the rotary selector to set playback.
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The display of the track names is canceled by pressing the [MENU]
or [BACK] button.
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box library on a computer or mobile device on page 24.
Pausing
3 Turn the rotary selector.
Move the cursor and select the item.
During playback, press the [PLAY/PAUSE f] button.
The [PLAY/PAUSEf] and [CUE] buttons flash. When the
[PLAY/PAUSEf] button is pressed again, playback resumes.
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When tracks have been loaded from a disc, the disc automatically
stops spinning if no operation is performed for 100 minutes while in
the pause mode.
4 Select the track and press the rotary selector.
When the track is loaded, the screen switches to the normal playback
screen.
The track is loaded, playback starts, and the corresponding medium
button flashes.
Forward and reverse scanning
Press one of the [SEARCH m, n] buttons.
The track is scanned in the forward or reverse direction while one of the
[SEARCH m, n] buttons is pressed.
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It is not possible to move to a different category or folder during
forward or reverse scanning.
on page 20.
ꢀ If the medium contains the rekordbox library
If the SD memory card or USB device inserted into/connected to this
unit or another player connected by PRO DJ LINK contains rekordbox
library information, the rekordbox library is displayed.
Finding the beginnings of tracks (Track
Search)
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Music files are displayed in the categories (album, artist, etc.) set
with rekordbox.
The types of items on the category menu can be changed in rekord-
box’s preferences.
Press one of the [TRACK SEARCH o, p] buttons.
Press the [p] to move to the beginning of the next track.
When [o] is pressed, playback returns to the beginning of the cur-
rently playing track. When pressed twice in a row, playback returns to
the beginning of the previous track.
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It is not possible to move to a different category or folder with the
track search function.
Playing the rekordbox library on a
computer or mobile device
Music files are displayed in the categories (album, artist, etc.) set with
rekordbox.
Adjusting the playing speed (Tempo
control)
1 Press the [rekordbox] button.
The rekordbox library is displayed on this unit’s main unit display.
Press the [TEMPO ±6/±10/±16/WIDE] button.
The [TEMPO] slider’s adjustment range switches each time the button
is pressed. The adjustment range setting is indicated on the main unit
display.
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With wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) connections, if [Please push the rotary
selector to permit mobile connection.] appears on this unit’s main
unit display when connecting, connection is possible by pressing the
rotary selector.
Setting value
Units of adjustment
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To select a mobile device connected by USB, press the [USB] button.
Also, to select a mobile device connected to another player that is
connected by PRO DJ LINK, press the [LINK] button.
±6
0.02 %
0.05 %
0.05 %
0.5 %
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±16
WIDE
2 Turn the rotary selector.
Move the cursor and select the item.
The [WIDE] adjustment range is ±100 %. When set to –100 %, playback
stops.
3 Select the track and press the rotary selector.
When the track is loaded, the screen switches to the normal playback
screen.
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The adjustment range is set to ±10 % when the power is turned on.
The track is loaded, playback starts, and the corresponding medium
button flashes.
Move the [TEMPO] slider forward or backward.
The tempo increases when moved to the [+] side (down), decreases
when moved to the [–] side (up). The rate at which the playing speed is
changed is indicated on the playing speed display.
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on page 20.
Load previous tracks
The names of the last five tracks that were played are displayed and can
be selected.
Adjusting the playing speed without
changing the pitch (Master Tempo)
Press the [MASTER TEMPO] button.
The [MASTER TEMPO] button and [MT] indicator on the main unit
display light.
1 Display the normal playback screen.
2 Press the [MENU/UTILITY] button.
Move the [TEMPO] slider forward or backward.
The pitch does not change even when the playing speed is changed with
the [TEMPO] slider.
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3 Spin the jog dial in the desired direction and at the
Playing in reverse
desired speed.
The sound is played according to the direction and speed at which the
jog dial is spun by spinning the top of the jog dial while pressing it.
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When the quantize function is on, there may be a slight delay in
operation of this function in order to synchronize the beat.
4 Release your hand from the top of the jog dial.
Normal playback resumes.
Move the [DIRECTION FWD/REV] lever to the [REV] side.
The [REV] indicator lights and the track is played in the reverse direction.
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When the music files are recorded in a folder structure, only tracks
within the same category/folder can be played in reverse. Also note
that reverse playback may not start immediately.
Frame search
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The direction in which the playing speed is increased or decreased
according to the direction in which the jog dial is turned is reversed.
When such operations as track searching and loop playback are
performed during reverse playback, the audio memory status display
on the jog dial display section flashes and scratch play may not be
possible.
In the pause mode, spin the jog dial.
The position at which the track is pausing can be moved in units of 0.5
frames.
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The position is moved in the direction of playback when the jog dial
is spun clockwise, in the reverse direction when it is spun counter-
clockwise. The position moves 135 for one revolution of the jog dial.
Operating the jog dial
Super fast search
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The top of the jog dial has an embedded switch. Do not place objects
on the jog dial or subject it to strong forces.
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Water or other liquids getting into the set will lead to malfunction.
Turn the jog dial while pressing one of the [SEARCH m,
n] buttons.
The track is fast-forwarded/fast-reversed in the direction in which the jog
dial is spun.
Switching the jog dial mode
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When the [SEARCH m, n] button is released, this function is
canceled.
Press the [JOG MODE] button.
The mode switches between VINYL and CDJ each time the button is
pressed.
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When you stop the jog dial from spinning, normal playback resumes.
The fast-forward/fast-reverse speed can be adjusted according to the
speed at which the jog dial is spun.
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VINYL mode: When the top of the jog dial is pressed during play-
back, playback stops, and when the jog dial is spun at this time
sound is produced according to the direction in which the jog
dial is spun.
Super fast track search
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CDJ mode: Playback does not stop even when the top of the
jog dial is pressed. Such operations as scratching cannot be
performed.
Turn the jog dial while pressing one of the
[TRACK SEARCH o, p] buttons.
The track is advanced at high speed in the direction in which the jog dial
was turned.
Pitch bend
During playback, spin the outer section of the jog dial
without touching the top.
The playing speed increases when spun clockwise, decreases when
spun counterclockwise. When spinning is stopped, playback returns to
the normal speed.
Adjusting the playback and
stopping speeds
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When the jog mode is set to the CDJ mode, the same operation can
be performed by spinning the top of the jog dial.
Adjusting the speed at which playback
stops
The speed at which playback stops when the top of the jog dial is
pressed or when playback is stopped by pressing the [PLAY/PAUSEf]
button can be changed.
Adjusting the load when the jog dial is
spun
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This function is only valid when the jog mode is set to the VINYL
mode.
Turn the [JOG ADJUST] control.
The load gets heavier when turned clockwise, lighter when turned
counterclockwise.
Turn the [VINYL SPEED ADJUST TOUCH/BRAKE] control.
The speed increases when turned clockwise, decreases when turned
counterclockwise.
Scratch
Adjusting the speed at which the normal
playing speed is reached
The speed at which the normal playing speed is reached when the top
of the jog dial is released or when the [PLAY/PAUSEf] button is
pressed while pausing can be changed.
When the jog mode is set to the VINYL mode, tracks can be played
according to the direction and speed at which the jog dial is spun by
spinning the top of the jog dial while pressing it.
1 Press the [JOG MODE] button.
Set the jog mode to VINYL.
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This function is only valid when the jog mode is set to the VINYL
mode.
2 During playback, press the top of the jog dial.
Playback slows then stops.
Turn the [VINYL SPEED ADJUST RELEASE/START] control.
The speed increases when turned clockwise, decreases when turned
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The auto cue level setting remains in the memory, even when the
power is turned off.
Advanced Operation
Setting Loop
This function can be used to play specific sections repeatedly.
Setting Cue
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Loops that include sections in different tracks can only be set for
tracks recorded on music CDs (CD-DA).
1 During playback, press the [PLAY/PAUSE f] button.
Playback is paused.
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When the quantize function is on, there may be a slight delay in
operation of this function in order to synchronize the beat.
(Reloop and auto beat loop only)
2 Press the [CUE] button.
The point at which the track is paused is set as the cue point.
The [PLAY/PAUSEf] indicator flashes and the [CUE] indicator lights.
No sound is output at this time.
1 During playback, press the [IN/4BEAT (IN ADJUST)]
button at the point at which you want to start loop
playback (the loop in point).
Loop In Point is set.
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When a new cue point is set, the previously set cue point is canceled.
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This operation is not necessary if you want to set the currently set
cue point as the loop in point.
Adjusting the cue point position
2 Press the [LOOP OUT (OUT ADJUST)] button at the
point at which you want to end loop playback (the loop
out point).
The loop out point is set, and loop playback begins.
1 Press the [SEARCH m, n] buttons while pausing at
the cue point.
The [PLAY/PAUSEf] and [CUE] indicators flash.
2 Press one of the [SEARCH m, n] buttons.
The cue point can be fine-adjusted in steps of 0.5 frames.
Fine-adjusting the loop in point (loop in
adjust)
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The same operation is possible using the jog dial.
3 Press the [CUE] button.
The position at which the button was pressed is set as the new cue point.
1 During loop playback, press the [IN/4BEAT
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When a new cue point is set, the previously set cue point is canceled.
(IN ADJUST)] button.
The [IN/4BEAT (IN ADJUST)] button starts flashing rapidly, and the
[LOOP OUT (OUT ADJUST)] button turns off.
Returning to Cue Point (Back Cue)
The loop in point’s time is displayed on the main unit display.
2 Press one of the [SEARCH m, n] buttons.
During playback, press the [CUE] button.
The loop in point can be adjusted in units of 0.5 frames.
The set immediately returns to the currently set cue point and pauses.
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The same operation is possible using the jog dial.
The loop in point’s range of adjustment is ± 30 frames.
The loop in point cannot be set at a point beyond the loop out point.
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When the [PLAY/PAUSE f] button is pressed, playback starts
from the cue point.
3 Press the [IN/4BEAT (IN ADJUST)] button.
Checking Cue Point (Cue Point Sampler)
Loop playback resumes.
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Normal loop playback also resumes if no operation is performed for
over 10 seconds.
Keep pressing the [CUE] button after returning to the
cue point.
Playback starts from the set cue point. Playback continues while the
[CUE] button is pressed.
Fine-adjusting the loop out point (loop
out adjust)
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If the [PLAY/PAUSE f] button is pressed while sampling the cue,
playback continues even if the [CUE] button is released.
1 During loop playback, press the [LOOP OUT
(OUT ADJUST)] button.
Setting Cue Point during playback (Real
Time Cue)
The [LOOP OUT (OUT ADJUST)] button starts flashing rapidly, and the
[IN/4BEAT (IN ADJUST)] button turns off.
The loop out point’s time is displayed on the main unit display.
During playback, press the [IN/4BEAT (IN ADJUST)]
button at the point at which you want to set the cue
2 Press one of the [SEARCH m, n] buttons.
The loop out point can be adjusted in units of 0.5 frames.
point.
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The same operation is possible using the jog dial.
The loop out point cannot be set at a point before the loop in point.
The point at which the button was pressed is set as the cue point.
3 Press the [LOOP OUT (OUT ADJUST)] button.
Loop playback resumes.
Setting auto cue
When a track is loaded or the track search operation is performed, the
silent section at the beginning of the track is skipped and the cue point
is automatically set at the point immediately before the sound starts.
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Normal loop playback also resumes if no operation is performed for
over 10 seconds.
Canceling Loop playback (Loop Exit)
Press the [TIME MODE/AUTO CUE] button for over 1
second.
During loop playback, press the [RELOOP/EXIT] button.
Playback continues beyond the Loop Out Point without returning to the
Loop In Point.
[A. CUE] lights.
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When [TIME MODE (AUTO CUE)] is pressed again for at least 1
second, auto cue is set to off.
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Returning to Loop playback (Reloop)
Using active loops
After canceling loop playback, press the [RELOOP/EXIT]
1 Connect a storage device (SD, USB) to this unit.
2 Load a track for which an active loop has been set
button during playback.
Playback returns to the previously set Loop In Point, and Loop playback
resumes.
with rekordbox.
One loop stored in rekordbox can be set as the active loop.
The set active loop points are indicated on the waveform display as
shown below.
Setting loops automatically (4-beat Loop)
During playback, press the [IN/4BEAT (IN ADJUST)]
button for over 1 second.
A loop of 4 beats starting from the point at which the button was pressed
is set automatically according to the BPM of the currently playing track,
and loop playback starts.
When the set point is reached, the loop is set automatically and loop
playback begins.
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If the track’s BPM cannot be detected, the BPM is set to 130.
Emergency loops
Cutting loops (Loop Cut)
With this unit, a 4-beat loop is set automatically to prevent the sound
from being interrupted if a track can no longer continue to play.
During loop playback, press the [CUE/LOOPCALLc
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DJ playback is restricted during emergency looping. To cancel emer-
gency looping, load the next track.
(LOOP 1/2X)] button.
The loop playing time is cut in half each time the button is pressed.
Extending loops (loop doubling)
Setting Hot Cue
When a hot cue is set, that point can be called out and played instanta-
neously. Up to 3 hot cues can be set per music track.
During loop playback, press the
[CUE/LOOPCALLd(LOOP 2X)] button.
The loop’s length is doubled each time the button is pressed.
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When the quantize function is on, there may be a slight delay in
operation of this function in order to synchronize the beat.
1 Connect a storage device (SD, USB) to this unit.
Setting the loop automatically based on
the track’s tempo (Auto Beat Loop)
2 Press the [HOT CUE] (REC/CALL) button.
The mode switches to the hot cue recording mode. [HOT CUE] (A, B and
C) buttons light red.
A loop with the specified number of beats is set and loop playback starts.
3 During playback or in the pause mode, press
[HOT CUE] (A, B or C) at the point at which you want to
set the hot cue.
The point at which the button was pressed is set as the hot cue, and
[HOT CUE] (A, B, C and REC/CALL) buttons flash.
1 During playback, press the [LOOP MODE] button.
The beat number selection screen appears on the main unit display.
!
The beat select screen is also displayed when loops are set and
when the slip function is turned on.
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During loop playback, the loop is registered as a hot cue.
The direction of playback is not recorded for hot cues.
While the hot cue is being recorded, it is not possible to record other
hot cues, to set cue points, to scan in the forward or reverse direction
or to scratch.
2 Touch the [NEEDLE SEARCH] pad at the position
corresponding to the number of beats you want to set.
!
!
When a storage device (SD, USB) is connected to this unit, the point
information is automatically stored on it.
When a hot cue is set during scratch play, playback may stop
temporarily.
Playing hot cues
The marker below the number of beats at the touched position lights red,
and loop playback with the selected number of beats begins.
1 Press the [HOT CUE] (REC/CALL) button.
The hot cue playing mode is set.
Button color
3 Press the [LOOP MODE] button.
The beat number selection screen turns off.
Contents recorded as hot cue
when lit
!
If the [LOOP MODE] button is pressed again while the beat number
selection screen is displayed, the beat number selection screen
turns off.
The beat select screen also turns off when a track is loaded.
When a track that has not been analyzed is playing, the loop is set
according to the track’s BPM.
Green
Orange
Not lit
Cue Point
Loop
Nothing is recorded.
!
!
2 During playback or in the pause mode, press
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If the track’s BPM cannot be detected, the BPM is set to 130.
[HOT CUE] (A, B or C).
The hot cue recorded at that button is called out and playback begins.
!
Loop playback recorded at [HOT CUE] buttons differs in informa-
tion from loop playback set using the [IN/4BEAT (IN ADJUST)] or
[LOOP OUT (OUT ADJUST)] buttons.
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After calling out a loop stored at a [HOT CUE] button, loop playback
can be canceled using the [RELOOP/EXIT] button and the loop in
and out points can be fine-adjusted using the [LOOP IN(IN ADJUST)]
and [LOOP OUT(OUT ADJUST)] buttons. The adjustment directly
changes the information stored at the [HOT CUE] (A, B or C) button.
Storing cue or loop points
1 Connect a storage device (SD, USB) to this unit.
2 Set Cue Point or Loop Point.
Calling out hot cues
3 Press the [MEMORY] button.
[
MEMORY] or [
MEMORY] is displayed for several seconds
ꢀ Procedure for calling out hot cues (for discs)
on the main unit display, and the point information is stored on the stor-
age device (SD, USB).
Stored cue and loop points are indicated [b] at the top of the waveform
display.
To call out hot cues using storage devices (SD, USB), the disc’s hot cues
must first be stored using the storage device (SD, USB).
1 Connect the storage device (SD, USB) on which the
disc’s hot cues are stored.
2 Load a disc in this unit.
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!
When a track recorded on a disc is playing, if both an SD memory
card and a USB device are connected, the point information is stored
with priority on the SD memory card.
The storage device can be selected using the [MENU] button.
Devices connected to other DJ players connected by PRO DJ LINK
can also be selected.
To store loop points, press the [MEMORY] button during loop
playback. The stored loop points are shown on the playing address
display.
The unit switches to the hot cue call-out mode and the [HOT CUE] (A, B
and C) buttons at which hot cues are recorded flash.
3 Press the [HOT CUE] button (A, B or C) whose hot cue
you want to call out.
The hot cue is called out, and the [HOT CUE] (A, B, C) button lights
green or orange.
!
!
!
If you do not want to call out a hot cue, press the [HOT CUE]
(REC/CALL) button without pressing one of the [HOT CUE] (A, B or
C) buttons. Buttons whose hot cues were not called out turn off.
When playing tracks recorded on media other than discs, hot
cues cannot be called out even when a disc for which hot cues are
recorded is loaded in the this unit.
Calling out stored cue or loop points
1 Connect a storage device (SD, USB) to this unit.
If the hot cue call-out mode is cancelled accidentally, disconnect the
storage device (SD, USB), then reconnect it.
2 Load the track whose cue or loop points you want to
call out.
ꢀ Call-out procedure (storage device (SD, USB))
Stored cue and loop points are indicated [b] at the top of the waveform
display.
1 Connect a storage device (SD, USB) to this unit.
2 Load the track whose hot cue you want to call out.
3 Press the [HOT CUE] (REC/CALL) button for over 1
3 Press the [CUE/LOOP CALL c(LOOP 1/2X)] or
[CUE/LOOP CALL d(LOOP 2X)] button.
Press [CUE/LOOP CALLc(LOOP 1/2X)] to call out a point before the cur-
rently playing position, [CUE/LOOP CALLd(LOOP 2X)] to call out a point
after the currently playing position.
second.
The unit switches to the hot cue call-out mode and the HOT CUE buttons
(A, B and C) at which hot cues are recorded flash.
The track cues to the called out point and pauses.
!
When multiple points are stored, a different point is called out
each time the button is pressed.
4 Press the [HOT CUE] button (A, B or C) whose hot cue
!
Loops set as active loops can also be called out as stored loops.
you want to call out.
The hot cue is called out, and the [HOT CUE] (A, B, C) button lights
green or orange.
4 Press the [PLAY/PAUSE f] button.
Normal or loop playback starts from the point that was called out.
!
If you do not want to call out a hot cue, press the [HOT CUE]
(REC/CALL) button without pressing one of the [HOT CUE] (A, B or
C) buttons. Buttons whose hot cues were not called out turn off.
If the hot cue call-out mode is cancelled accidentally, press the
[HOT CUE] (REC/CALL) button again for more than 1 second.
rekordbox can be preset so that hot cues are called out automatically
when tracks are loaded.
Deleting stored cue or loop points
!
!
Deleting points individually
!
“
” is displayed on the track list for tracks for which auto hot cue
1 Connect a storage device (SD, USB) to this unit.
loading is set.
2 Load the track containing the cue point or loop points
you want to delete.
Stored cue and loop points are indicated [b] at the top of the waveform
ꢀ Canceling the hot cue call out mode
Perform one of the operations below to cancel the hot cue call out mode.
When tracks have been loaded from a disc, the hot cue call-out mode is
not canceled even if the track being played is changed.
display.
3 Press the [CUE/LOOP CALL c(LOOP 1/2X)] or
[CUE/LOOP CALL d(LOOP 2X)] button to call out the
point to be deleted.
The track cues to the called out point and pauses.
1 Calling out hot cues A, B and C.
2 Press the [HOT CUE] (REC/CALL) button.
!
When multiple points are stored, a different point is called out each
time the button is pressed.
3 Change the track to be played on the storage device
(SD, USB).
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4 Press the [DELETE] button.
3 Turn the rotary selector then press it.
Select the acoustic pressure level or [MEMORY].
[
DELETE] or [
DELETE] is displayed on the main unit display,
and the selected point information is deleted.
!
When a stored loop set as an active loop is deleted, the active loop is
also deleted.
Using the [TIME MODE (AUTO CUE)] button
1 Press the [TIME MODE/AUTO CUE] button for over 5
second.
Deleting points in units of discs
The currently set value is displayed on the main unit display.
2 Press the [CUE/LOOP CALL c(LOOP 1/2X)] or
[CUE/LOOP CALL d(LOOP 2X)] button.
Select the acoustic pressure level or [MEMORY].
1 Load a disc in this unit.
When tracks from a medium other than a disc are loaded, load any track
from the disc.
2 Connect a storage device (SD, USB) to this unit.
The cue or loop in point is displayed on the playing address display with
a mark.
Using the slip mode
When the slip mode is turned on, normal playback with the original
rhythm continues in the background while in the pause (vinyl mode),
scratch play, loop play, hot cue play and reverse play modes. When the
slip mode is canceled, normal playback resumes from the point reached
while the slip mode was turned on.
3 Press the [DELETE] button for over 5 second.
[DISC CUE/LOOP DATA-DELETE? PUSH MEMORY] appears on the
main unit display.
4 Press the [MEMORY] button.
All cue and loop points for the disc currently loaded in this unit are
deleted.
!
When the quantize function is on, there may be a slight delay in
operation of this function in order to synchronize the beat.
(Slip beat loop, slip reverse and slip hot cue only)
!
The delete mode is canceled if any button other than [MEMORY] is
pressed.
Display of the position playing in the background
Deleting all the disc information stored
on a storage device (SD, USB)
Connect the storage device (SD, USB) on which the disc information is
stored to this unit.
1 With no disc loaded on this unit, press the [DELETE]
button for over 5 seconds.
[DISC CUE/LOOP DATA-DELETE ALL? PUSH MEMORY] appears on the
main unit display.
2 Press the [MEMORY] button.
All the disc information stored on the storage device (SD, USB) is
deleted.
!
!
When in the slip mode, the currently playing position is indicated
by a yellow line on the main unit display’s waveform display (overall
waveform or enlarged waveform). The position playing in the back-
ground is indicated by a white line on the main unit display’s wave-
form display (overall waveform).
!
The delete mode is canceled if any button other than [MEMORY] is
pressed.
It is also displayed on the jog dial’s slip play display.
Setting the cue point for auto
cueing
Slip pausing
The cue point to be set as the auto cue can be selected using one of the
methods below.
1 Press the [JOG MODE] button.
Set the jog mode to VINYL.
Setting the cue point by the acoustic pressure level
identified as a silent section (8 levels)
–36 dB, –42 dB, –48 dB, –54 dB, –60 dB, –66 dB, –72 dB and –78 dB
2 Press the [SLIP] button.
The mode switches to the slip mode.
3 During playback, press the [PLAY/PAUSE f] button.
Normal playback continues in the background even while in the pause
mode.
Automatically setting stored cues as cue points
MEMORY: The stored cue point nearest the beginning of the track is set
as the cue point for auto cueing.
The [SLIP] button flashes in beat with the sound playing in the
background.
!
When [MEMORY] is set, [A. CUE] lights in white on the main unit
display.
4 Press the [PLAY/PAUSE f] button to cancel the
The setting of the cue point for auto cueing can be changed using one of
the methods below.
pause mode.
Normal playback of the sound that was playing in the background
resumes.
Using the [MENU (UTILITY)]button
Slip scratching
1 Press the [MENU/UTILITY] button for over 1 second.
The [UTILITY] screen is displayed.
1 Press the [JOG MODE] button.
Set the jog mode to VINYL.
2 Turn the rotary selector then press it.
Select [AUTO CUE LEVEL].
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The [SLIP] button flashes in beat with the sound playing in the
background.
2 Press the [SLIP] button.
The mode switches to the slip mode.
!
At the position 8 beats past the position at which the [DIRECTION
FWD REV] lever was moved to the REV side, the slip reverse mode is
automatically canceled, normal playback of the sound playing in the
background resumes and the [REV] indicator flashes.
3 During playback, press the top of the jog dial.
The scratch play mode is set.
Normal playback continues in the background even while scratching.
The [SLIP] button flashes in beat with the sound playing in the
background.
!
If the [DIRECTION FWD REV] lever is moved to the FWD side before
8 beats have played, the slip reverse mode is canceled and normal
playback of the sound that was playing in the background resumes.
4 Release your hand from the top of the jog dial.
Normal playback of the sound that was playing in the background
resumes.
Slip hot cue
1 Press the [SLIP] button.
The mode switches to the slip mode.
Slip looping
1 Press the [SLIP] button.
2 Press and hold a [HOT CUE] (A, B, C, REC/CALL)
button.
Hot cueing begins.
Normal playback continues in the background while the [HOT CUE] (A,
B, C, REC/CALL) button is pressed.
The [SLIP] button flashes in beat with the sound playing in the
background.
The mode switches to the slip mode.
2 Press the [IN/4BEAT (IN ADJUST)] button, then press
the [LOOP OUT (OUT ADJUST)] button.
Loop playback starts.
Normal playback continues in the background even during loop
playback.
The [SLIP] button flashes in beat with the sound playing in the
background.
!
At the point 4 beats after hot cueing began, the slip hot cue mode is
automatically canceled and normal playback of the sound that was
playing in the background resumes.
!
!
Loops of over 8 seconds cannot be set.
The same operation is performed when the [IN/4BEAT (IN ADJUST)]
button is pressed for over 1 second and a loop is set.
3 Release the [HOT CUE] (A, B, C, REC/CALL) button.
When the [HOT CUE] (A, B, C, REC/CALL) button is released before 4
beats have played since hot cueing began, normal playback of the sound
that was playing in the background resumes.
3 Press the [RELOOP/EXIT] button.
Looping is canceled, and normal playback of the sound that was playing
in the background resumes.
Canceling the slip mode
Slip beat looping
Press the [SLIP] button.
The slip mode is canceled.
1 Press the [SLIP] button.
The mode switches to the slip mode.
!
The slip mode is also canceled when a track is loaded.
2 Press and hold the selected beat on the
[NEEDLE SEARCH] pad.
The loop is set automatically and loop playback begins.
Normal playback continues in the background even during loop
playback.
Playing from the point touched on
the [NEEDLE SEARCH] pad
Touch the [NEEDLE SEARCH] pad with a finger to easily play the sound
at the position at which the pad is touched. Move your finger while
touching the pad to quickly move to the desired position.
The [SLIP] button flashes in beat with the sound playing in the
background.
The [NEEDLE SEARCH] pad can only be operated in the following cases:
!
!
The beat select screen is displayed when the slip mode is turned on.
A different beat can also be selected by sliding your finger on the
[NEEDLE SEARCH] pad without releasing it.
!
!
In the pause mode
While the jog dial is being pressed with the jog mode set to VINYL
In the pause mode, touch the [NEEDLE SEARCH] pad.
3 Release your finger from the [NEEDLE SEARCH] pad.
Normal playback of the sound that was playing in the background
resumes.
4 Press the [RELOOP/EXIT] button.
The last loop that was set is played and the slip loop mode is set.
!
If the slip beat loop was canceled after selecting a different beat
without lifting your finger from the [NEEDLE SEARCH] pad, the loop
called out with the [RELOOP/EXIT] button is the loop that was first
set (during playback).
Slip reverse
The currently playing position on the playing address display moves to
the point directly above the position that was touched.
!
The playing position can be moved by sliding your finger along the
pad. Note that the playing address display may not be displayed
properly if your finger is moved quickly.
1 Press the [SLIP] button.
The mode switches to the slip mode.
2 During playback, move the [DIRECTION FWD REV]
lever to the REV side.
The [REV] indicator lights and the track is played in the reverse direction.
Normal playback continues in the background even during reverse
playback.
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4 Move the DJ mixer’s channel fader or cross fader.
This unit’s pause mode is canceled and the track is played
instantaneously.
Using the beat sync function
When beat sync is turned on, the BPM and beat position of tracks played
on this unit can automatically be synchronized with the DJ player con-
nected by PRO DJ LINK that is set as the sync master.
!
When the channel fader or cross fader is set back to its original posi-
tion, playback cues back to the set cue point and the pause mode is
set (Back Cue).
!
The beat sync function does not operate for tracks that have not be
analyzed with rekordbox.
Relay play on two DJ players
1 Press the [BEAT SYNC MASTER] button on the DJ
player you want to set as the sync master.
Set the DJ player you want to be the sync master.
When the beat sync function is on, the BPM display on the DJ player set
as the sync master changes to orange.
1 Connect this unit and a DJ mixer.
For instructions on connecting, see Connections for relay play on page
15.
!
rekordbox can also be set as the sync master.
2 Set the DJ mixer’s cross fader to the center position.
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For instructions on setting rekordbox as the sync master, see the
rekordbox (Mac/Windows) operating instructions.
3 Turn auto cue on for both DJ players.
The DJ players’ auto cue indicators light.
2 Press the [BEAT SYNC] button.
The BPM and beat position of the currently playing track are synchro-
nized to the sync master.
4 Start playback on this unit.
The first track on this unit is played, and once it finished playback begins
automatically on the other DJ player. This unit cues to the beginning
of the next track and pauses. This operation is repeated for relay play
between the two DJ players.
!
During synchronization, tempo control with the tempo slider is
disabled and the playing speed display switches to the tempo slider
position’s BPM display, displayed in gray.
!
Relay play may not be possible if the two DJ players are not con-
nected to the same DJ mixer.
Changing the DJ player set as the sync
master
!
If the power of one DJ player is turned off during playback, playback
may start on the other DJ player.
The sync master can be changed to another DJ player connected by
PRO DJ LINK as described below.
Browsing tracks
The various devices and the rekordbox library on the connected com-
!
!
Change or pause the track on the DJ player set as the sync master.
Press the [BEAT SYNC MASTER] button on the DJ player set as the
sync master.
puter can be browsed to display a list of the tracks.
!
Press the [BEAT SYNC MASTER] button on a DJ player other than
the one set as the sync master.
!
When a storage device (SD, USB) on which no rekordbox library
information is stored is browsed, the folders and tracks (music files)
are listed in a layer structure.
Canceling synchronization
Switching to the browse screen
Press the [BEAT SYNC] button.
!
If the synchronized playing tempo (BPM) and the slider position’s
tempo (BPM) do not match, the synchronized playing tempo is main-
tained and tempo control with the tempo slider remains disabled.
Normal operation is restored when the position of the tempo slider is
moved to the synchronized playing tempo position.
Press the device button corresponding to the device you
want to display.
When a button is pressed, the contents of the corresponding source are
displayed on a list.
rekordbox
Operating the CDJ-2000NXS in
combination with other devices
When connected by LAN cable with a Pioneer DJ mixer, such operations
as starting playback on this unit can be controlled with the DJ mixer’s
fader.
LINK
TAG TRACK
LINK INFO
INFO
UTILITY
MENU
BACK
/
REMOVE
BROWSE
TAG LIST
5
V
1
A
rekordbox
LINK
OFF
ON
POWER
STANDBY
USB
SD
USB
STOP
DISC EJECT
USB
SD
DISC
SD
HOT CUE
QUANTIZE TIME MODE
VINYL
SPEED ADJUST
DISC
TOUCH/BRAKE
AUTO CUE
!
Connect this unit and the Pioneer DJ mixer ahead of time. For
instructions on connections, see Connections on page 12.
For details on player number settings, see PRO DJ LINK on page 3.
Also refer to the description of the fader start function included in
the Pioneer DJ mixer’s operating instructions.
!
!
[DISC] button: Displays the contents on the inserted disc.
[SD] button: Displays the contents on the inserted SD memory
card.
[USB] button: Displays the contents of the connected USB or
mobile device.
[LINK] button: Displays the contents on the storage device (SD,
USB) or mobile device on which rekordbox is installed that is
connected to another DJ player by PRO DJ LINK.
[rekordbox] button: Displays rekordbox connected by PRO DJ
LINK (LINK Export).
!
!
!
!
Starting playback using a DJ mixer’s
fader (Fader Start)
!
!
!
When the browse screen is displayed, the [BROWSE] button lights.
When the [BROWSE] button is pressed while the browse screen is
displayed, the browse screen closes and the screen returns to the
normal playback screen.
1 Connect this unit with the Pioneer DJ mixer using a
LAN cable.
For instructions on connecting, see Basic style on page 12.
!
If the Pioneer DJ mixer does not have a LAN port, connect a mini
phone plug cable (Ø 3.5 mm) to the CONTROL terminal.
When the [BROWSE] button is pressed again, the previous browse
screen opens.
2 Turn on the DJ mixer’s fader start function.
3 Set cues on this unit.
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ꢀ Description of the screen
ꢀ Moving back up to a higher layer
1
2
3
4
5
Press the [BACK] button while the browser screen is
displayed.
The screen moves back to the layer above.
!
When the [BACK] button is pressed for over 1 second or the medium
button for the medium being browsed is pressed, the display moves
to the topmost level.
!
When playing the rekordbox library on a storage device (SD, USB),
computer or mobile device, the information below can be displayed
by pressing the [BACK] button at the topmost level.
— When there is no rekordbox library information on the storage
device (SD, USB): The device’s free and used space
— When there is rekordbox library information on the storage
device (SD, USB): The device’s free and used space, the number
of tracks and playlists in the library information and the date they
were last modified
1List of
contents
The contents of the selected medium are displayed.
2Uppermost
level
Displays the name of the upper folder or media of the displayed
item.
— rekordbox on a computer or mobile device: The number of tracks
and playlists in the library information
Part of the artwork registered in rekordbox is displayed here.
When the [INFO/LINK INFO] button is pressed, the jacket photo
turns off and the track names are displayed along the left edge.
For lists of playlists and playing histories, a serial number is
displayed.
Other browsing operations
3Jacket photo
If there is no rekordbox library, the track names are constantly
displayed along the left edge.
Rearranging tracks (Sort menu)
While browsing, the sort menu can be used to change the order of the
tracks.
4Cursor
Turn the rotary selector to move the cursor up and down.
The categories displayed with rekordbox can be selected.
When the [INFO/LINK INFO] button is pressed, the details of
the track selected with the cursor are displayed.
If there is no rekordbox library, the details of the track selected
with the cursor are displayed.
5User-set
categories
!
This function only works in the following cases:
— When browsing the rekordbox library on a computer or mobile
device
— While browsing the rekordbox library on a storage device (SD,
USB)
ꢀ Distinguishing the currently playing device
1 Display the rekordbox library.
The currently playing device and the device displayed on the browse
screen can be distinguished according to how the device buttons are lit.
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Playing storage devices (SD, USB) of other players and mobile
devices on which rekordbox is installed (p.23)
!
!
Lit: That device is being browsed.
Flashing: Tracks on that device are loaded.
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Playing the rekordbox library on a computer or mobile device (p.24)
2 When a list of the tracks is displayed, press the
[MENU/UTILITY] button.
The sort menu appears on the screen.
Basic operations on the browse screen
3 Use the rotary selector to select and enter the sort
ꢀ Selecting items
item.
The tracks on the list are sorted according to the selected item.
!
The sort items displayed on the sort menu can be changed in the
rekordbox settings. For rekordbox libraries on storage devices
(SD, USB), the settings are reflected after they are changed then
re-exported.
1 Display the browse screen.
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Switching to the browse screen (p.31)
2 Turn the rotary selector to select an item.
Searching for tracks
!
This function only works in the following cases:
— When browsing the rekordbox library on a computer or mobile
device
The jump function can be used by pressing the rotary selector for over 1
second.
— While browsing the rekordbox library on a storage device (SD,
USB)
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For details on the jump function, see Searching using the jump
function on page 33.
ꢀ Searching using the [SEARCH] category
3 Press the rotary selector to enter the item.
In the library browse mode, tracks can be search for using the [SEARCH]
category.
1 Display the rekordbox library.
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Playing storage devices (SD, USB) of other players and mobile
devices on which rekordbox is installed (p.23)
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Playing the rekordbox library on a computer or mobile device (p.24)
When there is a lower layer, that layer opens. When a menu, etc., is
displayed, the selected item is entered.
When the rotary selector is pressed while the cursor is set at a track, that
track is loaded in this unit.
2 Use the rotary selector to select and enter the
[SEARCH] category.
A character appears at the bottom of the main unit display.
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3 Use the [NEEDLE SEARCH] pad to input a character.
Only the tracks including the character you have input are displayed.
ꢀ In the page jump mode
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Inputting characters using the [NEEDLE SEARCH] pad (p.33)
1 Display a list not sorted in alphabetical order.
Display a list that is not sorted in alphabetical order, such as the tracks
on a music CD, folders on a storage device (SD, USB) or a disc, etc.
!
!
When more characters are input, only the tracks including the char-
acter string you have input are displayed.
When the [BACK] button is pressed, the category selection screen
reappears.
2 Press the rotary selector for at least 1 second.
The mode switches to the page jump mode.
ꢀ Inputting characters using the [NEEDLE SEARCH]
3 Turn the rotary selector to select the page.
The display moves to the selected page.
pad
For several of this unit’s functions, this pad is used to input characters.
ꢀ Using the information jump function
1 Touch the [NEEDLE SEARCH] pad.
The categories to which tracks belong can be displayed by selecting
items displayed in the details. This function is convenient for search-
ing for tracks in the same genre as the loaded track, tracks with similar
BPMs, etc.
1 Load a track.
2 At the normal playback screen, press the [INFO]
button.
The track’s details are displayed.
!
For details, see Displaying the details of the currently loaded track
on page 36.
The character directly above the position touched is enlarged.
3 Select and enter the item.
2 Release your finger from the [NEEDLE SEARCH] pad.
The screen switches to the browse screen and the category for the
selected item is displayed.
The enlarged character is input.
!
To input more characters at this point, repeat the above
procedure.
!
!
To close the browse screen, press the [BROWSE] button.
It may not be possible to select items, for example for items with
nothing to be displayed on the browse screen, items for which only
icons are displayed in the details, etc.
!
The letters that can be input are letters A to Z, numbers 0 to 9 and
certain symbols. The characters that can be input switch when
you press directly below [ABC] and [123].
!
!
When a track is selected, the browse screen displayed directly before
the track was loaded is displayed.
For tracks on disc and storage devices (SD, USB) that do not contain
rekordbox libraries, only the track items can be selected.
!
When
is input, a single character is deleted. If input
again, characters are deleted consecutively.
Searching by using the key of the
currently playing track
When KEY category is displayed, the key icon switches to blue for tracks
whose keys are good matches to the key of the currently playing track.
Using hot cue banks
Hot cue banks that have been set ahead of time with rekordbox can be
loaded as a set into this unit’s [HOT CUE] buttons (A, B and C).
1 Connect the storage device (SD, USB) on which the
hot cue banks are stored to this unit.
Searching using the jump function
The jump function can be used to instantaneously move to the track,
category or folder you want to play.
2 Use the rotary selector to select and enter the
[HOT CUE BANK] category on the browse screen.
A list of hot cue banks is displayed.
The jump function includes the two modes below.
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Letter jumping: Use this when the tracks are arranged or sorted in
alphabetical order.
Page jumping: Use this when tracks are not in alphabetical order or
are not sorted.
3 Use the rotary selector to select and enter the hot cue
bank you want to call out.
The hot cues registered in the hot cue bank are displayed on the screen.
!
!
The cursor is set to hot cue bank A, and cannot be moved with the
rotary selector or any other button.
ꢀ In the letter jump mode
4 Press the rotary selector.
The hot cues set at this unit’s [HOT CUE] (A, B and C) buttons are over-
written with the hot cues registered in the hot cue bank. The [HOT CUE]
(A, B and C) buttons light.
1 Display a list sorted in alphabetical order.
Display a list that is sorted in alphabetical order, such as the rekordbox
library, the track list on the storage device (SD, USB), etc.
!
When a new hot cue is stored at one of this unit’s [HOT CUE] buttons
(A, B or C) after loading the hot cue bank, overwriting the hot cue
bank’s hot cue, the other two hot cues registered from the hot cue
bank are also deleted.
2 Press the rotary selector for at least 1 second.
Switch to the letter jump mode. The first letter of the track or category
selected with the cursor is enlarged.
!
Hot cue banks cannot be edited on this unit. Use rekordbox to edit
them. For details, see the rekordbox (Mac/Windows) operating
instructions.
3 Turn the rotary selector to select the character or
symbol.
The cursor moves to tracks or categories starting with the selected
character or symbol.
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If there are no tracks or categories starting with the selected charac-
ter on the list, the cursor does not move.
The characters displayed in the letter jump mode are letters A to Z,
numbers 0 to 9 and certain symbols.
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Checking the playing history
Editing tag lists
(HISTORY)
The track playing history is stored and displayed at the [HISTORY] cat-
Tracks to be played next or tracks selected according to DJ situations
can be marked and collected on lists. The list of collected tracks is called
the “tag list”. These tag lists can be shared in real time among multiple
DJ players connected by PRO DJ LINK.
egory on the browse screen.
!
Playlists can be created based on the playing history at [HISTORY]
using rekordbox. For details, see rekordbox (Mac/Windows)’s operat-
ing instructions.
!
!
Up to 100 tracks per device can be added to a tag list.
One tag list is created per storage device (SD, USB). It is not possible
to collect tracks from different storage devices (SD, USB) on one tag
list.
!
It is not possible to register the same track in the same folder twice.
Storing the playing history
1
2
3
4
5
1 Connect a storage device (SD, USB) to this unit.
2 Play tracks.
Tracks that have been played for approximately 1 minute are stored on
the playing history list.
!
When a storage device (SD, USB) is connected to this unit for the
first time or when it is reconnected, a new playing history list is
automatically created on the storage device (SD, USB).
!
!
!
The names of playing history lists can be preset at [UTILITY].
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Setting the playing history list name (p.38)
When the same track is played two or more times consecutively, it
may not be stored in the history.
The maximum number of tracks that can be stored on a playing
history list is 999. From the 1000th track on, the oldest entries on the
playing history are deleted to make room for the new entries. Up to
999 playing history lists can be created.
1List of
contents
The contents of the tag list are displayed here.
2Medium
name
The name of the medium on which the track is recorded is
displayed here.
Part of the artwork registered in rekordbox is displayed here.
When the [INFO/LINK INFO] button is pressed, the jacket photo
turns off and serial numbers are displayed.
!
!
When tracks are registered on the playing history list, their track
names, etc., are displayed in green (indicating that they have been
played).
Tracks at the [PLAYLIST] category can be changed to green (played)
using the [MENU] button. When changed, the tracks are registered
on the playing history list.
3Jacket photo
4Cursor
Turn the rotary selector to move the cursor up and down.
The categories displayed with rekordbox can be selected.
When the [INFO/LINK INFO] button is pressed, the details of
the track selected with the cursor are displayed.
5User-set
categories
Deleting the playback history
Adding tracks to the tag list
1 Connect a storage device (SD, USB) to this unit.
2 Display the rekordbox library.
ꢀ Selecting tracks and adding them
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Playing storage devices (SD, USB) of other players and mobile
devices on which rekordbox is installed (p.23)
1 Switch to the browse screen and display the list of
tracks.
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Playing the rekordbox library on a computer or mobile device (p.24)
3 Use the rotary selector to select and enter the
[HISTORY] category.
A list of the playing history lists is displayed.
2 Set the cursor to the track and press the [TAG TRACK/
REMOVE] button.
4 Turn the rotary selector and select the playing history
list to be deleted.
appears at the left of the track and that track is added to that stor-
age device’s (SD, USB) tag list.
!
Tracks can be recorded in the tag list ahead of time using rekordbox.
5 Press the [MENU/UTILITY] button.
The remove menu is displayed.
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For details on this operation, see the rekordbox (Mac/Windows)
operating instructions.
6 Turn the rotary selector to select and enter the range
to be deleted.
ꢀ Adding loaded tracks
!
!
!
[DELETE]: The currently selected playing history list is deleted.
[ALL DELETE]: All the playing history lists are deleted.
When playing history lists on a storage device (SD, USB) are
imported to rekordbox as playlists, the imported playing history lists
are deleted from the storage device (SD, USB).
For tracks in the [PLAYLIST] category, the track names can be
changed from green (played) to white (not played) using the [MENU]
button. When this change is made, the tracks are deleted from the
playing history list.
1 Load a track.
2 At the normal playback screen, press the [INFO]
button.
!
3 Press the [TAG TRACK/REMOVE] button.
The track loaded in this unit is added to the tag list.
!
Tracks can be added to the tag list by pressing the [TAG TRACK/
REMOVE] button at the normal playback screen as well.
7 Use the rotary selector to select and enter [OK].
ꢀ Adding entire categories or folders
All the tracks in a selected category or folder can be added to the tag list.
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1 Switch to the browse screen and select a category or
ꢀ Removing one track at a time
folder that has tracks directly under it.
A list of the tracks is displayed on the right half of the information display
screen.
1 Press the [TAG LIST] button.
The tag list is displayed.
2 Set the cursor to the category or folder, then press
2 Use the rotary selector to select and enter the storage
the [TAG TRACK/REMOVE] button.
The category or folder name flashes, and all the tracks in that category or
folder are added to the tag list.
device (SD, USB).
When a storage device (SD, USB) is selected, the tag list on that storage
device (SD, USB) is displayed.
!
When folders are added while in the folder browse mode, tracks for
which ID3 tags, etc., have not been loaded a single time are regis-
tered using the file name as the track name. The artist names are not
registered.
3 Use the rotary selector to set the cursor to the track
you want to remove.
!
After tracks have been added to the tag list, when the registered
tracks are displayed on the track list on the browse screen or are
loaded in a player and their ID3 tags, etc., are loaded, the file names
switch to the track names and the artist names are also registered.
4 Press the [TAG TRACK/REMOVE] button for over 1
second.
Tracks can be removed from tag lists by pressing the [TAG TRACK/
REMOVE] button at the screens and in the situations described below.
!
When the cursor is set to a track registered in the tag list on the
browse screen
ꢀ Adding tracks from playlists
!
When the normal playback screen or a track’s details screen is
displayed while a track registered in the tag list is loaded
All the tracks on a selected playlist can be added to the tag list.
1 Switch to the browse screen and select and enter the
ꢀ Removing all the tracks
[PLAYLIST] category.
A list of the playlists is displayed, and a list of the tracks is displayed on
the right half of the information display screen.
1 Press the [TAG LIST] button.
The tag list is displayed.
2 Set the cursor to the playlist, then press the
2 Use the rotary selector to select and enter the storage
[TAG TRACK/REMOVE] button.
The playlist name flashes, and all the tracks on that playlist are added to
the tag list.
device (SD, USB).
When a storage device (SD, USB) is selected, the tag list on that storage
device (SD, USB) is displayed.
3 Press the [MENU/UTILITY] button.
[LIST MENU] is displayed.
Loading tracks from the tag list
4 Use the rotary selector to select and enter [TAGLIST
MENU].
[TAGLIST MENU] is displayed.
1 Press the [TAG LIST] button.
The tag list is displayed.
5 Use the rotary selector to select and enter [REMOVE
ALL TRACKS].
6 Use the rotary selector to select and enter [OK].
Transforming the tag list into a playlist
Tracks collected in tag lists can be converted into playlists.
!
Converted playlists are displayed as items in the [PLAYLIST]
category.
!
When multiple storage devices (SD, USB) are connected to the DJ
player, the number of the player to which that storage device (SD,
USB) is connected is displayed in front of the storage device’s (SD,
USB) name.
1 Press the [TAG LIST] button.
The tag list is displayed.
2 Use the rotary selector to select and enter the storage
2 Use the rotary selector to select and enter the storage
device (SD, USB).
When a storage device (SD, USB) is selected, the tag list on that storage
device (SD, USB) is displayed.
device (SD, USB).
When a storage device (SD, USB) is selected, the tag list on that storage
device (SD, USB) is displayed.
3 Press the [MENU/UTILITY] button.
[LIST MENU] is displayed.
3 Use the rotary selector to select and enter the track
you want to load.
The track is loaded and playback starts.
4 Use the rotary selector to select and enter [TAGLIST
MENU].
[TAGLIST MENU] is displayed.
Removing tracks from the tag list
Tracks can be removed from tag lists.
5 Use the rotary selector to select and enter [CREATE
PLAYLIST].
!
If a track that has been added to the tag list is removed from the tag
list while it is playing, the track is played to the end, then the stop
mode is set. The next track is not played.
6 Use the rotary selector to select and enter [OK].
The contents of the tag list are converted into a playlist with the name
[TAG LIST XXX].
!
Tag lists cannot be converted into playlists when no rekordbox library
information is stored on the storage device (SD, USB).
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!
When tag lists include both tracks being managed with rekordbox
and tracks not being managed with rekordbox, only the tracks being
managed with rekordbox are converted into playlists.
2 Press the [INFO] button for over 1 second.
The [LINK INFO] screen appears.
3 Use the rotary selector to select and enter the DJ
player whose track details you want to see.
The details of the tracks loaded in the selected DJ player are displayed.
Displaying the details of the
currently loaded track
The details of the currently loaded track can be checked.
1
2
3
4
The details of the tracks loaded in the DJ player are dis-
played here.
1Track details
2Medium/player
number
The place where the track information is stored is displayed
here.
3Jacket photo and
comment
The jacket photo and comment about the track loaded in
the DJ player are displayed here.
4Source indicator
This indicates the location of the currently loaded track.
The source indicator (4) is not displayed when a disc inserted into this
unit or a storage device (SD, USB) connected to this unit is loaded.
1 Load a track.
2 At the normal playback screen, press the [INFO]
button.
The track’s details are displayed.
Changing track ratings
The tracks’ ratings can be changed.
1 Select the rating displayed in the detailed information
(display example:
).
2 Press the rotary selector for over 1 second, then turn
the rotary selector clockwise or counterclockwise.
The rating of the loaded track is changed.
Displaying details of tracks loaded
in other DJ players
When another DJ player is connected by PRO DJ LINK, the details of the
track loaded on the other DJ player can be checked.
1 Connect this unit and the other DJ players by PRO DJ
LINK.
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Displaying the [UTILITY] screen
Changing the
settings
Press the [MENU/UTILITY] button for over 1 second.
The [UTILITY] screen is displayed.
Description of the screen
Storing the settings on a storage
device (SD, USB)
1
2
The [UTILITY] settings and other settings can be stored on a storage
device (SD, USB).
The stored settings can be exported to rekordbox.
It is also to make this unit’s settings with rekordbox then store them on a
storage device (SD, USB) and reflect those settings on other DJ players.
!
The stored settings are shown below.
— [UTILITY] settings
PLAY MODE, EJECT/LOAD LOCK, AUTO CUE LEVEL, SLIP
FLASHING, ON AIR DISPLAY, JOG BRIGHTNESS, JOG
INDICATOR, DISC SLOT ILLUMINATION, LANGUAGE, LCD
BRIGHTNESS
— Other settings
1Setting item
This unit’s settings items are displayed here.
TIME MODE (how the time is displayed on the main unit display),
AUTO CUE, JOG MODE, TEMPO RANGE, MASTER TEMPO,
QUANTIZE, SYNC
2Setting
The settings for the various items are displayed here.
1 Connect the storage device (SD, USB) on which you
want to store the settings.
Changing the settings
2 Press the device button (SD or USB).
1 Press the [MENU/UTILITY] button for over 1 second.
When the storage device (SD, USB) on which you want to store the
settings is connected to another DJ player connected by PRO DJ LINK,
press the [LINK] button to select the storage device.
The [UTILITY] screen is displayed.
2 Use the rotary selector to select the setting item.
3 Set the cursor to the item you want to change, then
press the rotary selector.
The cursor moves to the setting.
3 Press the [MENU/UTILITY] button.
4 Use the rotary selector to select and enter [SAVE] at
[MY SETTINGS].
The settings are stored.
4 Turn the rotary selector and change the setting.
5 Press the rotary selector to enter the setting.
The cursor returns to the setting.
Calling out settings stored on a
storage device (SD, USB)
!
When the [BACK] button is pressed before entering the setting, the
change is aborted.
6 Press the [MENU/UTILITY] button.
The screen returns to the screen displayed before the [MENU/UTILITY]
button was pressed.
The [UTILITY] settings and other settings stored on a storage device (SD,
USB) can be called out.
1 Connect the storage device (SD, USB) on which the
settings are stored.
Setting preferences
2 Press the device button (SD or USB).
When the storage device (SD, USB) on which you want to store the
settings is connected to another DJ player connected by PRO DJ LINK,
press the [LINK] button to select the storage device.
Options
settings
Setting ranges
Descriptions
Changes the way the tracks loaded
in this unit are played.
For details, see Changing the play
mode on page 38.
3 Press the [MENU/UTILITY] button.
PLAY MODE
CONTINUE*/SINGLE
4 Use the rotary selector to select and enter [LOAD] at
[MY SETTINGS].
The settings are called out.
Sets whether to disable or enable
ejecting of discs during playback
and loading of new tracks during
playback.
EJECT/LOAD
LOCK
LOCK/UNLOCK*
–36 dB/–42 dB/
AUTO CUE
LEVEL
–48 dB/–54 dB/–60 dB*/ For details, see Setting the cue point
–66 dB/–72 dB/–78 dB
for auto cueing on page 29.
/MEMORY
Sets whether or not the indicators
of buttons, etc., for which the slip
function is activated when the
[SLIP] button is pressed flash.
SLIP FLASHING ON*/OFF
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Options
settings
Setting ranges
Descriptions
Setting the auto standby mode
Selects the method of display
when connected by PRO DJ LINK
to an ON AIR DISPLAY compatible
mixer. Also refer to the operating
instructions of the ON AIR DISPLAY
compatible mixer (DJM-2000, etc.).
1 Display the [UTILITY] screen.
ON AIR
DISPLAY
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Displaying the [UTILITY] screen (p.37)
ON*/OFF
2 Use the rotary selector to select and enter [AUTO
STANDBY].
JOG
BRIGHTNESS
Selects the brightness of the JOG
RING ILLUMINATION.
OFF/1/2*
3 Use the rotary selector to select and enter [ON] or
Selects whether the JOG RING
ILLUMINATION flashes or not when
the track’s remaining time is low.
[OFF].
JOG
INDICATOR
ON*/OFF
When [AUTO STANDBY] is set to [ON], the auto standby function is
activated and the standby mode is set in the cases described below.
DISC SLOT
ILLUMINATION
Sets the brightness of the disc
insertion slot indicator.
!
When no operation has been performed for over 4 hours with no
disc inserted, no storage device (SD, USB) connected, no device
connected by PRO DJ LINK and no computer connected to the
USB port (on the main unit’s rear panel).
OFF/1/2*
Sets the main unit display's
language.
LANGUAGE
—
!
!
When this unit is operated, the standby mode is canceled.
This unit is shipped with the auto standby function turned on. If you
do not want to use the auto standby function, set [AUTO STANDBY]
to [OFF].
LIBRARY
CREATOR
Selects whether or not to display
Pioneer MEP-7000 libraries.
LIBRARY*/FOLDER
HISTORY
NAME
For details, see Setting the playing
history list name on page 38.
—
Sets this unit’s player number. The
player number cannot be changed
when a medium is loaded in this
unit.
PLAYER No.
AUTO*, 1 – 4
Setting the playing history list name
The name of the playing history list stored on storage devices (SD, USB)
can be preset.
When PRO DJ LINK connections
are made, the connection status is
displayed here.
LINK STATUS
—
1 Display the [UTILITY] screen.
For details, see Changing the MIDI
channel setting on page 41.
MIDI CHANNEL 1* to 16
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Displaying the [UTILITY] screen (p.37)
This switches the number of bits of
the audio signals output from the
[DIGITAL OUT] terminal.
2 Use the rotary selector to select and enter [HISTORY
NAME].
DIGITAL OUT
16 bit/24 bit*
AUTO
STANDBY
For details, see Changing the MIDI
channel setting on page 41.
3 Use the [NEEDLE SEARCH] pad to input a character.
ON*/OFF
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Inputting characters using the [NEEDLE SEARCH] pad (p.33)
LCD
BRIGHTNESS
Sets the main unit display’s
brightness.
1 – 3* – 5
4 Press the rotary selector to enter.
The name is changed to the name you have input.
When set to [ON], the screensaver
starts up in the following cases:
!
When the name of the playing history list is changed, the number
after the playing history list name returns to 001. This number is
incremented each time a playing history list is created.
The maximum number of characters that can be set for the
[HISTORY] name is 32, including both letters, numbers and symbols.
!
When no track is loaded in this
unit for over 5 minutes
!
When no operation is per-
formed for over 100 minutes
while in the pause or cue
standby mode or when [END]
is displayed on the main unit
display.
!
SCREEN SAVER ON*/OFF
Changing the language
Select the language to be used for displaying track names and mes-
sages on the screen.
For details, see Duplicating the
settings onto DJ players connected
by PRO DJ LINK on page 39.
DEFAULT*, ALL,
PLAYER1–4
DUPLICATION
VERSION No.
!
When the language is changed, the messages on the main unit
display are displayed in the selected language.
When displaying track names, etc., to display characters written in
local codes other than Unicode, change the [LANGUAGE] setting.
Displays this unit’s software
version.
—
!
*: Setting upon purchase
1 Display the [UTILITY] screen.
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Displaying the [UTILITY] screen (p.37)
Changing the play mode
2 Use the rotary selector to select and enter
[LANGUAGE].
1 Display the [UTILITY] screen.
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Displaying the [UTILITY] screen (p.37)
3 Use the rotary selector to select and enter the
language.
The language of the on-screen display is changed.
2 Use the rotary selector to select and enter [PLAY
MODE].
3 Use the rotary selector to select and enter
[CONTINUE] or [SINGLE].
CONTINUE: Moving to the previous or following track is possible in all
modes.
SINGLE: The letters [TRACK] on the main unit display switch to [SINGLE]
and it is no longer possible to move to the previous or following track
other than with the track search and search buttons.
!
For tracks on music CDs, operation is the same as in the
[CONTINUE] mode, regardless of this setting.
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!
If the CD-ROM menu does not appear when the CD-ROM is inserted,
open the optical drive from [Computer (or My Computer)] in the
[Start] menu, then double-click the [CD_menu.exe] icon.
Duplicating the settings onto DJ
players connected by PRO DJ LINK
The [UTILITY] settings and other settings can be duplicated onto DJ play-
ers connected by PRO DJ LINK.
5 When the CD-ROM’s menu is displayed, select [Install
Driver Software], then click [Start].
!
The duplicated settings are as shown below.
— [UTILITY] settings
PLAY MODE, EJECT/LOAD LOCK, AUTO CUE LEVEL, SLIP
FLASHING, ON AIR DISPLAY, JOG BRIGHTNESS, JOG
INDICATOR, DISC SLOT ILLUMINATION, LANGUAGE, LCD
BRIGHTNESS
— Other settings
TIME MODE (how the time is displayed on the main unit display),
AUTO CUE, JOG MODE, TEMPO RANGE, MASTER TEMPO,
QUANTIZE, SYNC
1 Select [DUPLICATION] and enter.
2 Stop playback on the DJ player(s) on which you want
to reflect the settings.
3 Use the rotary selector to select and enter [PLAYER X]
or [ALL].
!
To close the CD-ROM menu, click [Exit].
[PLAYER1]–[PLAYER4]: The settings are duplicated on the specified DJ
player. Currently playing DJ players cannot be selected.
[ALL]: The settings are duplicated on all the DJ players connected by
PRO DJ LINK. The settings cannot be duplicated on currently playing DJ
players.
[DUPLICATED] is displayed on the specified player’s display and this
unit’s [UTILITY] settings and other settings are duplicated on the speci-
fied player.
6 Proceed with installation according to the instructions
on the screen.
If [Windows Security] appears on the screen while the installation is
in progress, click [Install this driver software anyway] and continue
with the installation.
!
When installing on Windows XP
If [Hardware Installation] appears on the screen while the installa-
tion is in progress, click [Continue Anyway] and continue with the
installation.
[DEFAULT]: Restores this unit’s settings to the settings set upon
purchase.
!
When the installation program is completed, a completion message
appears.
About the driver software
(Windows)
Connecting this unit and a computer by
USB
1 Connect this unit to your computer via a USB cable.
For instructions on connecting, see Using other brands of DJ software on
page 15.
Installing the driver software
!
There is no need to install the driver software when using Mac OS X.
Operating environment
Supported operating systems
2 Press the [POWER ON/OFF] button.
Turn on the power of this unit.
!
The message [Installing device driver software] may appear when
this unit is first connected to the computer or when it is connected to
a different USB port on the computer. Wait a while until the message
[Your devices are ready for use] appears.
®
32-bit version
64-bit version
32-bit version
1
Windows 7 Home Premium/Professional/
Ultimate
1
1
®
Windows Vista Home Basic/
Home Premium/Business/Ultimate (SP2 or
later)
1
1
!
When installing on Windows XP
64-bit version
32-bit version
1
— [Can Windows connect to Windows Update to search for
software?] may appear while the installation is in progress.
Select [No, not this time], then click [Next] to continue
installation.
— [What do you want the wizard to do?] may appear while
the installation is in progress. Select [Install the software
automatically (Recommended)], then click [Next] to continue
installation.
®
Windows XP Home Edition/
1
Professional (SP3 or later)
1
When using a 64-bit version of Windows, the driver software can only be used for
32-bit applications.
Before installing the driver software
!
!
Read Software end user license agreement on page 8 carefully.
If you connect this unit to your computer without installing the driver
software first, an error may occur on your computer depending on
the system environment.
— If [Hardware Installation] appears on the screen while the
installation is in progress, click [Continue Anyway] and con-
tinue with the installation.
!
If installation of the driver software is interrupted after it has started,
start the installation procedure over again from the beginning.
1 Turn off this unit’s power switch and disconnect the
USB cable connecting this unit to the computer.
2 Log in as the user set as the computer’s administrator.
3 Quit any other programs running on the computer.
4 Insert the CD-ROM into the computer’s optical drive.
The CD-ROM menu is displayed.
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Adjusting the buffer size (Windows)
This unit functions as an audio device conforming to the ASIO
standards.
Checking the version of the driver
software
!
You can check the firmware version of this unit on the screen.
!
If an application using this unit as the default audio device (DJ
software, etc.) is running, quit that application before adjusting the
buffer size.
Click the Windows [Start] menu>[All
Programs]>[Pioneer]>[Pioneer CDJ]>[Pioneer CDJ
Version Display Utility].
Click the Windows [Start] menu>[All
Programs]>[Pioneer]>[Pioneer CDJ]>[Pioneer CDJ ASIO
Settings Utility].
!
The firmware version is not displayed when this unit is not connected
to the computer or when this unit and computer are not properly
communicating.
Checking the latest information on the
driver software
For the latest information on the driver software for exclusive use with
this unit, visit our website shown below.
!
If the buffer size is made large, drops in audio data (breaks in the
sound) occur less easily, but the time lag due to the delay in the
transfer of the audio data (latency) increases.
For the bit number, specify the bit depth during ASIO playback.
Operate referring to the procedure below to adjust the buffer size and
kernel buffer.
!
!
ꢀ If there are no interruptions in the sound with
the default settings
1 Gradually decrease the buffer size, setting it to the
minimum value at which there are no interruptions in
the sound.
2 Set the kernel buffer size to [2] and check whether
there are interruptions in the sound.
!
If there are interruptions in the sound, set the kernel buffer size to
[3].
ꢀ If there are interruptions in the sound with the
default settings
Set the kernel buffer size to [4], then set the buffer
size to the minimum value at which there are no
interruptions in the sound.
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Changing the MIDI channel setting
Using other brands of
DJ software
1 Press the [MENU/UTILITY] button for over 1 second.
The utility screen appears.
2 Select [MIDI CHANNEL] and enter.
3 Turn the rotary selector.
Select the MIDI channel and change the setting. A setting from 1 – 16
can be selected.
Operating DJ software by MIDI
interface
This unit also outputs the operating data for the buttons and dials 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 CDJ-2000NXS.
4 Press the rotary selector to enter.
5 Press the [MENU/UTILITY] button.
The previous screen reappears.
To use this unit as an audio device, install the driver software on the
computer beforehand (page 39). This unit must also be selected in the
DJ software’s audio output device settings. For details, see your DJ
software’s operating instructions.
1 Connect the USB port on this unit to your computer.
For instructions on connecting, see Using other brands of DJ software on
page 15.
2 Press the [BROWSE] button, then press the [LINK]
button.
[Control Mode] and [USB-MIDI] appear on the menu screen.
3 Select [Control Mode] and enter.
The connecting screen is displayed.
4 Select [USB-MIDI] and enter.
This unit switches to the control mode.
5 Launch the DJ software.
Communication with the DJ software starts.
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The DJ software on the computer can be operated using the buttons
and rotary selector on this unit.
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It may not be possible to use some buttons to operate the DJ
software.
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The control mode is canceled when a track is loaded in this unit.
For messages output by this unit, see List of MIDI Messages on page
42.
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MIDI Messages
MSB
SW
Type
SW Name
Notes
List of MIDI Messages
BACK
SW
9n
32
dd
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
MIDI Messages
SW
Type
SW Name
Notes
ENCODER
PUSH
MSB
SW
9n
33
dd
A linear value corresponding
to the speed, from stop to 4X:
64 for stop, 65 (0.06X) – 127
(4X) in the forward direction,
63 (0.06X) – 0 (4X) in the
reverse direction.
Touch
Sensor
OFF = 0 1 to 127 position data
from left to right side
NEEDLE
Bn
1C
dd
JOG (TOUCH)
—
Bn
10
dd
n is the channel number.
TEMPO
SLIDER
0 – 127, 0 on the – side, 127 on
the + side
VR
VR
Bn
Bn
1D
1E
dd
dd
0 – 127, 0 (min.) on the left
side, 127 (max.) on the right
side
TOUCH/
BRAKE
0 – 127, 0 (min.) on the left
side, 127 (max.) on the right
side
RELEASE/
START
VR
—
Bn
Bn
1F
30
dd
dd
A linear value corresponding
to the speed from 0.5X to
4X: 64 when stopped (under
0.49X), 65 (0.5X) to 127 (4X)
in the forward direction, 63
(0.5X) to 0 (4X) in the reverse
direction.
JOG RING
ENCODER
98 – 127, 1 – 30 Difference of
count from previous time is
sent (±1 – ±30) When over
±30, set at ±30
General
Purpose
Controller
Bn
4F
dd
PLAY/PAUSE SW
9n
9n
00
01
dd
dd
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
CUE
SW
SEARCH
FWD
SW
9n
9n
02
03
dd
dd
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
SEARCH REV SW
TRACK
SEARCH
NEXT
SW
SW
9n
9n
04
05
dd
dd
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
TRACK
SEARCH
REV
LOOP IN
SW
SW
SW
SW
SW
SW
SW
SW
SW
9n
9n
9n
9n
9n
9n
9n
9n
9n
06
07
08
09
0A
0B
0C
0D
0E
dd
dd
dd
dd
dd
dd
dd
dd
dd
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
LOOP OUT
RELOOP
QUANTIZE
MEMORY
CALL NEXT
CALL PREV
DELETE
TIME/A.CUE
TEMPO
RANGE
SW
SW
9n
9n
10
11
dd
dd
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
MASTER
TEMPO
JOG MODE
HOT CUE A
HOT CUE B
HOT CUE C
SW
SW
SW
SW
9n
9n
9n
9n
12
18
19
1A
dd
dd
dd
dd
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
HOT CUE
REC/CALL
SW
SW
9n
9n
1C
1D
dd
dd
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
TEMPO
RESET
MASTER
SYNC
SW
SW
SW
SW
9n
9n
9n
9n
9n
9n
9n
9n
1E
1F
20
21
2A
2C
2F
30
dd
dd
dd
dd
dd
dd
dd
dd
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
OFF=0, ON=127
JOG TOUCH
REVERSE
LOOP MODE SW
SLIP
SW
SW
SW
EJECT
TAG TRACK
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Additional information
Troubleshooting
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Incorrect operation is often mistaken for trouble or malfunction. If you think that there is something wrong with this component, check the points
below. Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Inspect the other components and electrical appliances being used. If the trouble
cannot be rectified after checking the items below, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work.
This unit may not operate properly due to such external causes as static electricity. If this happens, normal operation can sometimes be restored by
turning the power off, waiting for the disc to stop completely, then turning the power back on.
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Problem
Check
Remedy
Disc cannot be ejected.
Is [EJECT/LOAD LOCK] set to [LOCK]?
Press the [PLAY/PAUSEf] button to set the pause mode, then press the
[DISC EJECTh] button.
Set [EJECT/LOAD LOCK] at [UTILITY] to [UNLOCK], then press the
[DISC EJECTh] button.
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If the [DISC EJECTh] button does not work, insert the pin into the disc force
eject hole to eject the disc.
Playback does not start when disc
is loaded.
Is the disc or file playable?
See Usable media on page 5.
Is the auto cue function activated?
Is the file copyright-protected (by DRM)?
Press [AUTO CUE] for at least 1 second to turn cancel the auto cue function.
Copyright-protected files cannot be played.
Check the operation of the DJ mixer.
File cannot be played.
No sound is produced, or sound is
distorted or noisy.
Are you operating the connected DJ mixer
properly?
Is this unit placed near a TV?
Is the disc scratched?
Turn the TV’s power off or install this unit and TV away from each other.
Scratched discs may not play.
Loud noise is produced or playback
stops when a certain disc is played.
Is the disc dirty?
Wipe the dirt off the disc. (page 46)
File information is not properly
displayed.
Is [LANGUAGE] properly set?
Set [LANGUAGE] to the proper language.
Is the information recorded in a language not sup- When creating files using DJ software, etc., record the information in a language
ported by this unit?
supported by this unit.
Track search operation takes too long. Is the auto cue function activated?
Track searching may take some time when there are long silent sections
between tracks.
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If track searching is not possible within 10 seconds, a cue point is set at the
beginning of the track.
Back cue function does not work.
Loop play function does not work.
Is a cue point set?
Is a cue point set?
Set the cue point (page 26).
Set the cue point (page 26).
Settings are not stored in the memory. Has the power been turned off directly after
changing the setting?
After changing settings, wait at least 10 seconds before turning the power off.
USB device is not recognized.
Is the USB device properly connected?
Is the USB device connected via a USB hub?
Is the USB device supported by this unit?
Connect the device securely (all the way in).
USB hubs cannot be used.
This player only supports USB mass storage class devices.
This player supports portable flash memory and digital audio playback devices.
Is the file format supported by this unit?
Check the file format of the connected USB device. For the file formats sup-
ported by this unit, see About USB devices on page 6.
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Turn the power off then back on.
Cue or loop points are not stored on
storage devices (SD, USB).
Are you trying to store more points than the limit?
The maximum number of cue or loop points that can be stored on storage
devices (SD, USB) per disc is 100. For devices other than discs, the maximum
limit is 10 points per track.
If you try to store more points than the limit, [CUE/LOOPPOINT FULL] is dis-
played and the points cannot be stored. In this case, delete some points before
storing new ones.
Is the storage device (SD, USB) write-protected?
When an SD memory card is write-protected, [CARD PROTECTED] is displayed
and the points cannot be stored. When a USB device is write-protected,
[USB FULL] is displayed and the points cannot be stored. Disable write-protec-
tion then store the points.
Is there enough free space on the storage device
(SD, USB)?
If there is not enough free space on an SD memory card, [CARD FULL] is dis-
played and the points cannot be stored. If there is not enough free space on a
USB device, [USB FULL] is displayed and the points cannot be stored. Free some
space then store the points.
Cue points or loop of tracks stored on Was the USB device properly stopped before it
Points may not be displayed if the SD memory card/USB device is removed
without performing the proper stopping procedure or if this unit’s power is
turned off.
a storage device (SD, USB) are not
displayed.
was disconnected the last time?
Check that the SD memory card or USB indicator is completely off before dis-
connecting storage devices (SD, USB) or turning this unit’s power off.
When buttons are pressed to call out
the hot cue storing mode or to reloop,
or when the lever is moved to set
reverse playback, the operation does
not start immediately.
Is the quantize function on?
When the quantize function is on, the operation starts from the nearest beat
position from where buttons are pressed or the lever is moved. To start the
operation immediately when buttons are pressed or the lever is moved, turn the
quantize function off.
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Problem
Check
Remedy
The playing address display is not
displayed in the remaining time mode.
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When playing files recorded in VBR, it may happen that the set cannot detect the
length of the track immediately and that some time is required for the playing
address display to appear.
Much time is required for reading
storage devices (SD, USB) (flash
memory devices or hard disks).
Is there a large number of folders or files stored on When there are many folders or files, some time may be required for loading.
the storage device (SD, USB)?
Are files other than music files saved on the stor-
age device (SD, USB)?
When files other than music files are stored in folders, time is required to read
them as well. Do not store files or folders other than music files on the USB
device.
Library browsing is not possible.
Is a medium on which library information is
recorded loaded?
The library browse mode is only set when media on which library information
is recorded are loaded. When a medium on which no library information is
recorded is loaded, the folder browse mode is set.
[HISTORY] is not displayed.
Nothing is displayed.
Is the storage device (SD, USB) connected?
Is the auto standby function activated?
Is the track over 15 minutes long?
The [HISTORY] function can only be used on the DJ player to which the storage
device (SD, USB) is connected.
This unit is shipped with the auto standby function turned on. If you do not want
to use the auto standby function, set [AUTO STANDBY] to [OFF]. (page 38)
The scale is not displayed.
PRO DJ LINK does not work well.
The scale is not displayed for tracks whose playing time is over 15 minutes.
(page 20)
Are the player numbers properly set?
Set [PLAYER No.] to [AUTO] or to a number different from the number currently
set. (page 37)
Is the LAN cable properly connected?
Is the switching hub’s power turned on?
Connect the LAN cable properly to the [LINK] terminal.
Turn the switching hub’s power on.
Is an unnecessary device connected to the switch- Disconnect the unnecessary device from the switching hub.
ing hub?
About the liquid crystal display
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!
!
Small black or shining points may appear on the liquid crystal display. This is a phenomenon inherent to liquid crystal displays; this is not a
malfunction.
When using in cold places, the liquid crystal display may be dark for a while after this unit’s power is turned on. It will reach the normal brightness
after a while.
When the liquid crystal display is exposed to direct sunlight, the light will reflect off it, making it difficult to see. Block the direct sunlight.
About iPods/iPhones/iPads
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com/support/).
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Compatibility with this product may be lost if a version other than one indicated on the Pioneer website is installed on your iPod/iPhone/iPad.
Note that Pioneer does not offer any guarantee regarding operation of iPods/iPhones/iPads.
Pioneer will accept no responsibility whatsoever for loss of iPod/iPhone/iPad data during use.
With iPods/iPhones/iPads, material that is not copyrighted or material for which duplication and playback is legally permitted may be duplicated
and played by individuals on a private basis. Infringement of copyrights is prohibited by law.
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Error messages
When this unit cannot operate normally, an error code appears on the display. Check the table below and take the measures indicated. If an error code
not shown on the table below is displayed, or if the same error code is displayed again after taking the indicated action, contact your store of purchase
or a nearby Pioneer service station.
Error code
E-7201
Error type
Description of error
Cause and action
CANNOT READ DISC
CANNOT READ DISC
CANNOT PLAY TRACK(****)
TOC data cannot be read.
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Disc is cracked.dReplace the disc.
Disc is dirty.dClean the disc.
If operation is normal with other discs, the problem is with that
E-8301
Disc that cannot be played normally is loaded.
E-8302
disc.
Track data (file) on the disc or storage device
(SD, USB) cannot be read properly.
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The track data (file) may be corrupt. dCheck whether the track
(file) can be played on another player, etc., capable of playing
the same formats as this unit.
E-8303
CANNOT PLAY TRACK
E-8304
E-8305
Music files that cannot be played normally
are loaded.
UNSUPPORTED FILE FORMAT
MECHANICAL TIMEOUT
Format is wrong.dReplace with music files in the proper format.
Mechanical error (time out) during loading or
ejecting of disc.
Displayed when mechanism operation is not completed within the
specified time.
E-9101
List of icons displayed on the main unit display section
Player number
(1 – 4)
Genre
SD
Open folder
Close folder
Remixer
Comment
WAIT
Artist
Hot Cue
Computer
Year
Album
Disc
rekordbox
Mixer
Registered in
tag list
Track/file name
Label
Original artist
Playlist
HISTORY
Hot Cue Bank
List
Tempo (BPM)
Key
Search
Rating
Time
Color
USB
Bit rate
Playing
DJ play count
Date library added
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About specially shaped discs
Cautions on use
Irregularly shaped discs other than standard 12 cm discs cannot be
played on this unit (doing so will lead to damage or accidents).
Specially shaped discs (heart-shaped, hexagonal, etc.) cannot be played
on this unit. Do not attempt to play such discs, as they could damage
the unit.
About condensation
Water droplets (condensation) may form inside the unit (on operating
parts and lenses) in the winter, for example, if the unit is moved from a
cold place into a warm room or if the temperature in the room in which
the unit is installed rises suddenly (through heating, etc.). The unit will
not operate properly and will not be playable with condensation inside.
Let the unit stand for 1 to 2 hours at room temperature (though this
time depends on the conditions of the condensation) without turning on
the power. The water droplets will evaporate and the unit will become
playable. Condensation can occur in the summer as well if the unit is
exposed to the direct wind from an air-conditioner, etc. If this happens,
move the unit to a different location.
About condensation on discs
Water droplets (condensation) may form on the surface of discs if they
are moved from a cold place (particularly in winter) into a warm room.
Discs may not play normally if there is condensation on them. Carefully
wipe the water droplets off the surface of the disc before loading it.
Cleaning the lens
The player’s lens should not become dirty in normal use, but if for some
reason it should malfunction due to dust or dirt, consult your nearest
Pioneer authorized service center. Although lens cleaners for players are
commercially available, we advise against using them since some may
damage the lens.
Handling discs
Storing
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Always place discs in their cases and store them vertically, avoiding
hot, humid places, places exposed to direct sunlight and extremely
cold places.
!
Be sure to read the cautions included with the disc.
Cleaning discs
!
Discs may not play if there are fingerprints or dust on them. In this
case, use a cleaning cloth, etc., to gently wipe the disc from the
inside towards the outside. Do not use dirty cleaning cloths.
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Do not use benzene, thinner or other volatile chemicals. Also do not
use record spray or antistatic agents.
For tough dirt, apply some water to a soft cloth, wring out thoroughly,
wipe off the dirt, then wipe off the moisture with a dry cloth.
Do not use damaged (cracked or warped) discs.
Do not let the signal surface of discs get scratched or dirty.
Do not place two discs in the disc tray, one on top of the other.
Do not attach pieces of paper or stickers to discs. Doing so could
warp discs, making it impossible to play them. Also note that rental
discs often have labels attached to them, and the label’s glue may
have oozed out. Check that there is no glue around the edges of such
labels before using rented discs.
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About trademarks and registered
trademarks
Specifications
Power consumption............................................................................... 37 W
Power consumption (standby)............................................................. 0.4 W
Main unit weight ...................................................................................4.7 kg
External dimensions ...........320 mm (W) × 106.5 mm (H) × 405.7 mm (D)
Tolerable operating temperature ........................................+5 °C to +35 °C
Tolerable operating humidity ...................... 5 % to 85 % (no condensation)
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Pioneer and rekordbox are trademarks or registered trademarks of
the PIONEER CORPORATION.
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Microsoft®, Windows Vista®, Windows® and Internet Explorer® are
either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation
in the United States and/or other countries.
!
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Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
Adobe and Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks
of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other
countries.
ASIO is a trademark of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.
SD Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
Analog audio output (AUDIO OUT L/R)
Output terminals...................................................................... RCA terminal
Digital audio output (DIGITAL OUT)
Output terminals...................................................................... RCA terminal
Output type...............................................................Coaxial digital (S/PDIF)
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USB downstream section (USB)
Port .......................................................................................................Type A
Power supply........................................................................ 5 V/2.1 A or less
USB upstream section (USB)
Port .......................................................................................................Type B
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SDHC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
LAN (PRO DJ LINK)
Rating .......................................................................................... 100Base-TX
Control output (CONTROL)
Port .................................................................................................. Mini-jack
SD memory card section
File system............... Conforming to “SD Specifications Part 2 File System
Specification Version 2.00”
“Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean
that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifi-
cally to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified
by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is
not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance
with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use
of this accessory with iPod, iPhone, or iPad may affect wireless
performance.
Max. memory capacity..........................................................................32 GB
Main display
Display type ...........................Active matrix TFT liquid crystal display (LCD)
Screen size ...............................................................................6.1-inch, wide
Supported languages .............................................................. 18 languages
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The articles concerning free repairs, etc., indicated on the warranty
do not apply to the rekordbox music management software. Before
installing or using rekordbox, carefully read the articles in Software
end user license agreement on page 8.
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The specifications and design of this product are subject to change
without notice.
© 2012 PIONEER CORPORATION.
All rights reserved.
PIONEER CORPORATION
1-1, Shin-ogura, Saiwai-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa 212-0031, Japan
<DRI1052-A>
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Apple, iPad, iPod, iPod touch, iPhone, iTunes, Safari, Finder, Mac,
Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in
the U.S. and other countries.
!
!
Android™ is a trademark of Google Inc.
IOS is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc.
and its affiliates in the United States and certain other countries.
Wi-Fi® is a registered mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
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About using MP3 files
This product has been licensed for nonprofit use. This product has not
been licensed for commercial purposes (for profit-making use), such
as broadcasting (terrestrial, satellite, cable or other types of broadcast-
ing), streaming on the Internet, Intranet (a corporate network) or other
types of networks or distributing of electronic information (online digi-
tal music distribution service). You need to acquire the corresponding
The names of companies and products mentioned herein are the trade-
marks of their respective owners.
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