22
How to read this manual
! Thank you for purchasing this Pioneer DJ product.
Be sure to read this manual and the “Operating Instructions (Quick
Start Guide)” included with the unit. Both documents include
important information that you should understand before using this
product.
! In this manual, names of buttons and terminals indicated on the
unit, names of menus in the PC/Mac screen, etc., are indicated
within square brackets ([ ]). (e.g. [FILE], [CUE] button, [PHONES]
output terminal)
! Please note that the screens and specifications of the software
and the external appearance and specifications of the hardware
are subject to change without notice for improvement and may
differ from those described in this manual.
! Depending on the operating system version, web browser
settings, etc., operation may differ from the procedures described
in this manual.
This manual consists mainly of explanations of functions of this unit
as hardware. For detailed instructions on operating the rekordbox
software, see the rekordbox Operating Instructions.
! The rekordbox Operating Instructions can be downloaded from
the following site.
rekordbox.com/manual
33
Contents
Before start
Accessories ........................................................................................................5
Viewing Introduction / Operating Instructions of rekordbox ...............................6
rekordbox ...........................................................................................................6
Installing rekordbox ............................................................................................8
Part names and functions
Top panel of the unit ......................................................................................... 11
Browser section ................................................................................................12
Deck sections ...................................................................................................14
Jog dial display section ....................................................................................22
Mixer section ....................................................................................................26
Rear panel ........................................................................................................31
Front panel .......................................................................................................33
Basic operation
Example of connections ...................................................................................34
Starting the system ...........................................................................................39
Turning off the system ......................................................................................44
Advanced operation
Using 4 beat loops ............................................................................................45
Using manual loops ..........................................................................................45
Using the performance pads ............................................................................47
Switching the mixer mode ................................................................................57
Using slip mode ................................................................................................58
Using the fader start function ...........................................................................62
Using effects .....................................................................................................63
Using the BEAT FX function .............................................................................64
Types of BEAT FX ............................................................................................66
Using the SOUND COLOR FX function ...........................................................74
Using a microphone .........................................................................................77
Using external inputs ........................................................................................79
44
Changing the settings
Changing the settings with the unit ..................................................................83
Changing the settings with rekordbox ..............................................................84
Setting utility software ......................................................................................91
Additional information
Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................94
Liquid crystal display ......................................................................................101
Signal flow ......................................................................................................101
Specifications .................................................................................................102
Using this unit as a controller for other DJ software .......................................104
Trademarks and registered trademarks .........................................................114
Cautions on copyrights ...................................................................................115
55
Before start
Accessories
! AC adapter
! Power cord
! USB cable
! Warranty (for some regions)
! Operating Instructions (Quick Start Guide)
! rekordbox dj license key card
1 Products for Europe only. (The corresponding information is
provided on the back cover of the “Operating Instructions (Quick
Start Guide)” for Japan, and on the last page of the English
and French versions of the “Operating Instructions (Quick Start
Guide)” for the North American region.)
2 For the latest information, see the site below.
rekordbox.com
Cautions
The license key cannot be reissued. Be careful not to lose it.
6
Before start
6
Viewing Introduction / Operating Instructions of
rekordbox
! For setting up rekordbox, see Introduction.
! For using Collection, EXPORT mode and PERFORMANCE mode,
see Operating Instructions.
1 Launch a web browser on your PC/Mac and access the
following site.
rekordbox.com
2 Click [Manual] under [Support].
3 Click the required language of rekordbox Introduction or
rekordbox Operating Instructions.
rekordbox
! rekordbox
rekordbox is music management software for DJs to prepare
tracks and perform DJ play.
! rekordbox dj
The DJ performance function of rekordbox is called rekordbox
dj. rekordbox dj can be used by simply connecting the unit to a
PC/Mac. If you wish to use rekordbox dj on a PC/Mac without
connecting the unit, enter the license key shown on the rekordbox
dj license key card included with this product to use rekordbox dj.
* For the latest information, see the site below.
rekordbox.com
7
Before start
7
Operating environment
Supported operating systems CPU and required memory
Mac:
Intel
processor Core™ i7, i5, i3
macOS Mojave 10.14
macOS High Sierra 10.13
macOS Sierra 10.12
4 GB or more of RAM
(latest update)
Windows:
Intel
processor Core™ i7, i5, i3
Windows
10
Windows
8.1
Windows
7
4 GB or more of RAM
32-bit version or 64-bit version
(latest service pack)
Others
USB port
A USB 2.0 port is required to connect the PC/Mac
with this unit.
Display
resolution
1 280 x 768 or greater
Internet
connection
An Internet connection is required for registering
the rekordbox user account and downloading the
software.
! Operation is not guaranteed on all PC/Mac, even if all the required operating
environment conditions indicated here are fulfilled.
! Depending on power saving settings, etc. of the PC/Mac, the CPU and hard
disk may not provide sufficient processing capabilities. For a laptop PC/Mac,
in particular, make sure the PC/Mac is in the proper conditions to provide
constant high performance (for example, by keeping the AC power connected)
when using rekordbox.
! A separate contract with an Internet service provider and payment of the
utilization fee are required to access the Internet.
! Use the latest version/service pack of the operating system.
! For information on the latest system requirements, compatibility, and
supported operating systems of rekordbox, see the site below.
rekordbox.com/system
8
Before start
8
Installing rekordbox
Preparing rekordbox
Install the software by following the procedure below when you use
rekordbox for the first time or if you are using rekordbox 4.x or an
earlier version.
If rekordbox Ver.5.x is already installed, update rekordbox to the
latest version using Update Manager which is shown when starting
rekordbox.
! The user is responsible for preparing a PC/Mac, network
devices, and other elements of the Internet usage environment
required for a connection to the Internet.
Installation procedure
The installation procedure depends on the operating system (OS) of
your PC/Mac.
Installation (for Mac)
Do not connect this unit and the Mac until installation is completed.
! If any other programs are running on the Mac, quit all of them.
1 Unzip the downloaded rekordbox software file.
2 Double-click the rekordbox software to launch the installer.
9
Before start
9
3 Read the license agreement, and select [Agree] if you agree to
the terms.
! If you do not agree to the contents of the license agreement, click
[Disagree] to cancel the installation.
4 If the installation completion screen appears, click [Close] to
close the rekordbox installer.
Installation (for Windows)
Do not connect this unit and the PC until installation is completed.
! Log on as the user which was set as the PC’s administrator before
installation.
! If any other programs are running on the PC, quit all of them.
1 Unzip the downloaded rekordbox software file.
2 Double-click the rekordbox software to launch the installer.
10
Before start
10
3 Read the license agreement, select [Agree] if you agree to the
terms, and click [Next].
! If you do not agree to the license agreement, click [Cancel] to cancel the
installation.
After the installation destination is specified, the installation starts.
When the installation is completed, an installation successful message
appears.
4 Click [Finish] to close the rekordbox installer.
The installation is completed.
1111
Part names and functions
Top panel of the unit
1 Browser section
2 Deck sections
3 Mixer section
12
Part names and functions
12
Browser section
32 4
1 LOAD button
Press:
The selected tracks are loaded to the respective decks.
Press twice:
Loads the track loaded in the deck not being operated to the deck on the
operation side.
The playback position is also loaded in the same state. (Instant Doubles)
2 BACK button
Press:
Moves the cursor between the tree view and track list each time the button is
pressed. Also, if the cursor is on a folder, closes that folder.
!
If the playlist palette is displayed, the cursor can be moved among the tree
view, the track list, and the playlist.
!
The tree view, track list, and playlist palette are in the browse section of
rekordbox dj. For details, see the rekordbox Operating Instructions.
[SHIFT] + Press:
Displays or hides the rekordbox dj playlist palette.
13
Part names and functions
13
3 Rotary selector
Rotate:
Moves the selection cursor in rekordbox dj.
[SHIFT] + Rotate:
Zooms in/out the enlarged waveform of rekordbox dj.
Rotate to the right to enlarge the waveform, and rotate to the left to reduce.
Press:
Moves the cursor between the tree view and track list each time you press
the button. Also, if the cursor is on a folder, opens that folder.
!
If the playlist palette is displayed, the cursor can be moved among the tree
view, the track list, and the playlist.
!
The tree view, track list, and playlist palette are in the browse section of
rekordbox dj. For details, see the rekordbox Operating Instructions.
4 VIEW button
Press:
Reduces the size of the rekordbox dj deck and expands the browser area.
Press again to undo the change.
[SHIFT] + Press:
Moves the cursor to [Related Tracks] in the tree view area.
Press + Hold:
Registers or deletes the selected track to [Tag List].
14
Part names and functions
14
Deck sections
This section is used to control the four decks. The buttons and
controls for operating decks 1 and 3 are located on the left side of the
controller, and those for operating decks 2 and 4 are located on the
right side of the controller.
42 5 76 83
9
a
b
c
d
e
jk
f g h i
l
m
o
r
p
s
q
n
1 LOOP IN/4 BEAT (IN ADJUST) button
Press:
Sets a loop in point.
Press during loop playback:
The loop in point can be fine-adjusted using the jog dial.
Press for over 1 second:
Turns the auto 4-beat loop on.
15
Part names and functions
15
2 LOOP OUT (OUT ADJUST) button
Press:
Sets a loop out point and starts loop playback.
Press during loop playback:
The loop out point can be fine-adjusted using the jog dial.
3 RELOOP/EXIT button
Press:
Returns to the last set loop in point and resumes loop playback.
Press during loop playback:
Cancels loop playback.
[SHIFT] + Press:
Switches the loop saved in the track between active and non-active. (Active
Loop)
!
When you press this button while pressing the [SHIFT] button in playback
mode, the loop closest to the playback position becomes active.
!
When you select a loop in a track and press the button while pressing the
[SHIFT] button, the loop becomes active/non active (toggle feature).
4 QUANTIZE button
Press:
Turns on the quantize function.
If the quantize function is turned on, hot cue point, etc. is automatically set to
the nearest beat position.
!
The resolution of the quantized beat can be selected in [Preferences] of
rekordbox.
Press (in standby mode):
Cancels standby mode.
!
This operation is limited to the button of the deck on the right side.
16
Part names and functions
16
5 CUE/LOOP CALL, c (LOOP 1/2X) button
Press:
Select and call a cue point or loop point stored in a track.
Press during loop playback:
Halves the loop playback length.
!
Even if you press the button, the length of the loop will not change while
playback is paused at a loop in point.
6 CUE/LOOP CALL, d (LOOP 2X) button
Press:
Select and call a cue point or loop point stored in a track.
Press during loop playback:
Doubles the loop playback length.
!
Even if you press the button, the length of the loop will not change while
playback is paused at a loop in point.
7 DELETE button
Delete a cue point or loop point.
=
Deleting cue points (p. 56 )
8 MEMORY button
Stores a cue point or loop point.
=
Setting cue points (p. 56 )
9 JOG FEELING ADJUST control
Adjusts the load when you spin the jog dial.
Turn clockwise to increase the load, and turn counterclockwise to decrease
the load.
17
Part names and functions
17
a BEAT SYNC button
Press:
Automatically synchronizes with the tempos (pitches) and beat grids of the
deck set as the master for synchronization.
[SHIFT] + Press:
Sets the deck whose button is pressed as the master deck for
synchronization.
b KEY SYNC button
Shifts the key of the track that's played on the deck to the same key as the
target track, to a dominant key (5 degrees higher), or to a subdominant key
(4 degrees higher).
[SHIFT] + Press:
Resets the key of the track that's played on the deck to its original key.
c TEMPO RANGE button
Changes the [TEMPO] slider’s range of variation each time the button is
pressed.
[
±6%
][
±10%
][
±16%
][
WIDE
]
d MASTER TEMPO button
Turns the master tempo function on and off.
When the master tempo function is on, the key does not change even if the
playback speed is changed with the [TEMPO] slider.
e TEMPO slider
Adjusts the playing speed of tracks.
18
Part names and functions
18
f HOT CUE mode button
Press:
Sets hot cue mode.
=
Using hot cues (p. 47 )
[SHIFT] + Press:
Sets keyboard mode.
=
Using the keyboard mode (p. 53 )
g PAD FX1 mode button
Press:
Sets pad FX mode 1.
=
Using the pad FX (p. 48 )
[SHIFT] + Press:
Sets pad FX mode 2.
=
Using the pad FX (p. 48 )
h BEAT JUMP mode button
Press:
Sets beat jump mode.
=
Using beat jump (p. 50 )
[SHIFT] + Press:
Sets beat loop mode.
=
Using beat loops(p. 54 )
i SAMPLER mode button
Press:
Sets sampler mode.
=
Using the sampler function (p. 51 )
[SHIFT] + Press:
Sets key shift mode.
=
Using the key shift function (p. 55 )
19
Part names and functions
19
j PAGE c, d button
Press:
Switches the page of the pad in each pad mode.
=
Using the performance pads (p. 47 )
[SHIFT] + Press:
Switches the sampler bank.
k Performance pads
Achieves various performances.
=
Using the performance pads (p. 47 )
l PLAY/PAUSE f button
Plays or pauses the track.
m CUE button
Sets, calls, and plays cue points.
!
To set a cue point, press the [CUE] button while the track is paused.
!
During playback, press the [CUE] button to return to the cue point and
pause playback. (Back Cue)
!
After the playback position returned to the cue point, you can keep playing
the track by holding down the [CUE] button. (Cue Sampler)
[SHIFT] + Press:
Brings the playback position to the beginning of the track.
n TRACK SEARCH m, n/SEARCH button
Press:
Searches for the beginning of a track.
Press + Hold:
Fast-forwards or rewinds the track while the button is kept pressed.
20
Part names and functions
20
o SHIFT button
You can access an alternative function when operating a button while
holding down the [SHIFT] button.
Press twice:
Press this button when changing the display between the INFO screen and
ARTWORK screen.
=
ARTWORK screen (p. 25 )
p Jog dial display section
=
Jog dial display section (p. 22 )
q Jog dial
Turn on VINYL mode and spin the top of the jog dial:
Scratching.
Spin the outer section, or, spin the top of the jog dial when VINYL mode is
off:
Pitch bend (adjusting the playing speed)
[SHIFT] + Spin the top of the jog dial:
The beat grid interval for the loaded track can be adjusted.
[SHIFT] + Spin the outer section:
The entire beat grid of the loaded track can be slid to the left or right.
[TRACK SEARCH] + Spin the top of the jog dial:
You can fast forward or rewind the track at a high speed. (Super Fast
Search)
r SLIP button
Press:
Turns slip mode on and off.
=
Using slip mode (p. 58 )
[SHIFT] + Press:
Turns VINYL mode on and off.
21
Part names and functions
21
s SLIP REVERSE button
Press:
Plays a track in the reverse direction while this button is pressed, and
resumes normal playback when the button is released.
!
Normal playback continues in the background of the reverse playback. If
the button is released, normal playback resumes from the current point
playing in the background.
!
Slip reverse play is automatically canceled after 8 beats and normal
playback resumes even if the [SLIP REVERSE] button is kept pressed.
[SHIFT] + Press:
Plays a track in the reverse direction. Reverse playback is canceled and
normal playback resumes when the [SHIFT] and [SLIP REVERSE] buttons
are pressed again.
22
Part names and functions
22
Jog dial display section
INFO screen
When a track from rekordbox is loaded, the following information is
displayed on the jog dial display section.
1
5
2
4
8
h
g
e
c
3
6
9
a
b
d
f
7
1 Deck number
The number of the deck currently being operated lights up.
2 Artwork
Displays the artwork of the track loaded in rekordbox dj. You can change
whether to display or hide the artwork in [Preferences] of rekordbox.
=
Changing the settings with rekordbox (p. 84 )
3 Key variation
Displays the variation between the track’s original key and the current key.
4 Key
Displays the current key.
23
Part names and functions
23
5 CUE SCOPE
Indicates the cue points, loop points, and hot cue points set from 4 bars
before to 16 bars after the current playback position. When cue/loop point is
set/called, markers are indicated for 4 bars from the set/called the point. You
can change whether to display or hide the CUE SCOPE in [Preferences] of
rekordbox.
=
Changing the settings with rekordbox (p. 84 )
6 Deck status
The current status of the deck is indicated by the background color.
White (bright): Deck 1 or 2 is selected and on air
White (dark): Deck 1 or 2 is selected and off air
Blue (bright): Deck 3 or 4 is selected and on air
Blue (dark): Deck 3 or 4 is selected and off air
Red (bright): Slip playback
!
The slip playback takes precedence regardless of the on-air state of the
deck.
7 Cue point
Displays the position of the set and called cue point.
8 BPM
The current BPM is displayed.
9 Playing speed
The value changes according to the position of the [TEMPO] slider.
a Playing speed adjustment range
Displays the range that the playing speed can be adjusted.
b Waveform
Displays the waveform of the sound.
The waveform is displayed according to the settings of [Waveform] in
[Preferences] of rekordbox, so you can change the color and format
([Full Waveform]/[Half Waveform]) at the Preferences. For details on the
changing of settings, see the rekordbox Operating Instructions.
24
Part names and functions
24
c Cue/loop/hot cue points set in the loaded track
Displays the cue points, loop points, and hot cue points set in the loaded
track.
d Playback position
Displays the current playback position.
e Time (minutes, seconds)
Displays the remaining time or elapsed time.
You can change the displayed information in [Preferences] of rekordbox.
=
Changing the settings with rekordbox (p. 84 )
!
The number of loop beats (loop length) is displayed during loop playback.
f MASTER
Lights up when the deck being operated is set as the master.
g Playback status
Displays the current playback position.
Rotates during playback, and stops when paused.
h SYNC
Lights up when [BEAT SYNC] is turned on.
25
Part names and functions
25
ARTWORK screen
The following information is displayed on the jog dial display section.
1
2
4
3
5
6
1 Deck number
The number of the deck currently being operated lights up.
2 Playback status
Displays the current playback position.
Rotates during playback, and stops when paused.
3 Artwork
Displays the artwork of the track loaded in rekordbox dj.
4 SYNC
Lights up when [BEAT SYNC] is turned on.
5 Cue point
Displays the position of the set and called cue point.
6 MASTER
Lights up when the deck being operated is set as the master.
26
Part names and functions
26
Mixer section
1 2 3 4 6 7 4
8
9
a
b
c
d
e
f
g
hijih
k
l
m
n
o
p
q
u
r rs s
t
5
1 MIC ON, OFF selector switch
Turns the microphone on and off.
=
Using a microphone (p. 77 )
2 Microphone indicator
=
Using a microphone (p. 77 )
27
Part names and functions
27
3 PHONO/LINE, DECK3, DECK1 selector switch
Selects the input source for each channel from the components connected to
this unit.
!
[DECK1], [DECK3]: Select this to use the track loaded in a deck of
rekordbox dj.
!
[PHONO/LINE]: Select this to use a phono level (for MM cartridges)
output device (analog player, etc.) or a line level output device (DJ player,
etc.) connected to the [LINE/PHONO] input terminals.
=
Using external inputs (p. 79 )
4 TRIM control
Adjusts the level of sound output from each channel.
5 Master level indicator
Displays the level of sound output to the master channel.
6 CLIP indicator
[CLIP] blinks when the output level is too high.
— Blinking slowly: indicates that the sound is about to be distorted.
— Blinking quickly: Indicates that the sound is distorted.
7 DECK2, DECK4, PHONO/LINE selector switch
Selects the input source for each channel from the components connected to
this unit.
!
[DECK2], [DECK4]: Select this to use the track loaded in a deck of
rekordbox dj.
!
[PHONO/LINE]: Select this to use a phono level (for MM cartridges)
output device (analog player, etc.) or a line level output device (DJ player,
etc.) connected to the [LINE/PHONO] input terminals.
=
Using external inputs (p. 79 )
8 MASTER LEVEL control
Adjusts the level of sound output to the master channel.
9 MASTER CUE button
Outputs the sound of the master channel to the headphones.
28
Part names and functions
28
a BOOTH LEVEL control
Adjusts the level of sound output to the booth channel.
b Effect section display
Displays the effect name, BPM, effect parameter, etc.
c BEAT c, d buttons
Press:
Set the beat fraction to synchronize the effect sound with.
Press [SHIFT] + [BEAT c]:
Sets the mode for automatically measuring the BPM from the input audio
signal.
Press [SHIFT] + [BEAT d]:
Sets the mode for inputting the BPM manually.
d BEAT FX SELECT control
Sets the BEAT FX type.
e BEAT FX CH SELECT control
Switches the channel to which the BEAT FX is to be applied.
f BEAT FX LEVEL/DEPTH control
Adjusts the BEAT FX quantitative parameter.
g BEAT FX ON/OFF button
Press:
Turns BEAT FX on and off.
[SHIFT] + Press:
Turns on rekordbox release FX.
=
Using the BEAT FX function (p. 64 )
29
Part names and functions
29
h Headphones CUE button
Press:
Outputs the sound of the channel for which this button is pressed to the
headphones.
[SHIFT] + Press:
The tempo for each deck can be set by tapping this button. (Tap function)
i Channel fader
Adjusts the level of sound output from each channel.
j Crossfader
Outputs the sound of the channels assigned to the left and right sides of the
crossfader.
k HEADPHONES LEVEL control
Adjusts the level of sound output to the headphones.
l HEADPHONES MIXING control
Adjusts the balance of the monitor volume between the sound of the
channels for which the headphones [CUE] button is pressed and the sound
of the master channel.
m SOUND COLOR FX SELECT buttons
Turns on and off SOUND COLOR FX.
=
Using the SOUND COLOR FX function (p. 74 )
n AUX TRIM control
Adjusts the sound level of the AUX input.
=
Using the AUX function (p. 82 )
o MIC EQ (HI, LOW) control
Adjusts the sound quality of the [MIC 1] and [MIC 2] channels.
p MIC 2 LEVEL control
Adjusts the level of sound output from the [MIC 2] channel.
30
Part names and functions
30
q MIC 1 LEVEL control
Adjusts the level of sound output from the [MIC 1] channel.
r EQ (HI, MID, LOW) control
Boosts or cuts frequencies for the different channels.
s Channel level indicator
Displays the sound level of each channel before it passes through the
channel faders.
t SAMPLER LEVEL control
Adjusts the sound level of the sampler.
u COLOR control
Changes the parameters of the SOUND COLOR FX of the different
channels.
Do not pull out the channel fader and crossfader forcibly. The
controls have a structure that prevents them from being pulled off
easily. Pulling the controls may damage them.
31
Part names and functions
31
Rear panel
1 2 3 4 5 7 769a ac fedg88 b
3
Top panel
1 DC cord hook
Hook for the AC adapter power cord.
!
If the AC adapter is disconnected during playback, the sound will be
interrupted.
2 DC IN terminal
Connect to a power outlet using the included AC adapter (with the included
power cord connected).
!
Connect the AC adapter after all the connections between devices are
completed.
!
Use the included AC adapter.
3 u switch
Turns this unit on or puts this unit into standby mode.
4 BOOTH output terminals
Output terminals for booth monitor.
!
Compatible with TRS connector type balanced outputs.
Be sure to use these as balanced outputs.
!
The master channel sound can be output from the [BOOTH] output
terminals regardless of the audio level set for the master channel.
The volume level can be adjusted with the [BOOTH LEVEL] control.
5 MASTER 2 output terminals
Connect a powered speaker, a power amp, etc.
!
Compatible with RCA pin-jack type unbalanced outputs.
32
Part names and functions
32
6 MASTER 1 output terminals
Connect a powered speaker, a power amp, etc.
!
Compatible with XLR connector type balanced outputs.
Be sure to use these as balanced outputs.
!
Be careful not to accidentally insert the power cord of another unit.
!
Do not connect a terminal that can supply phantom power.
7 LINE/PHONO input terminals
Connect a phono level (for MM cartridges) output device (analog player,
etc.) or a line level output device (DJ player, etc.). Switch the input source
according to the connected device using the [LINE/PHONO] switch on the
rear panel of this unit.
!
The [PHONO/LINE, DECK3, DECK1] selector switch or [DECK2,
DECK4, PHONO/LINE] selector switch on top of the unit needs to be set
to [PHONO/LINE].
8 LINE/PHONO switches
Selects the input source for each channel from the components connected to
this unit.
!
[LINE]: Uses a line level output device (DJ player, etc.) connected to the
[LINE/PHONO] input terminals.
!
[PHONO]: Uses a phono level (for MM cartridges) output device (analog
player, etc.) connected to the [LINE/PHONO] input terminals.
9 SIGNAL GND terminal
Connect a ground wire of an analog player to reduce noise that occurs when
an analog player is connected.
a MIC attenuator
Adjusts the level of the audio input to the [MIC] terminals.
!
The gain of the audio input to the microphone differs greatly depending
on the microphone being used. The [MIC ATT.] control on the rear panel
of the unit is used to adjust the audio level according to the microphone
before DJ performances. During DJ performances, use the [MIC LEVEL]
control on the top of this unit to adjust the volume of the microphone.
33
Part names and functions
b MIC 1 input terminal
Connect a microphone.
!
Only an XLR connector can be used.
c MIC 2 input terminal
Connect a microphone.
!
Only phone plugs (Ø 6.3 mm) can be used.
d AUX gain selector switch
Switches the AUX input gain depending on the connected device.
e AUX input terminals
Connect to a DJ player or line level output device or a portable player.
f USB terminal
Connect to a PC/Mac.
!
Connect this unit and your PC/Mac directly with the included USB cable or
one that conforms to USB 2.0.
!
Do not use a USB hub.
g Kensington security slot
Front panel
1
1 PHONES output terminals
Connect headphones.
Stereo phone plugs (ø 6.3 mm) and stereo mini phone plugs (ø 3.5 mm) can
be used.
Do not use the two output terminals (one for a stereo phone jack and one for
a mini-phone jack) simultaneously. If a cable is connected to or disconnected
from one of the terminals while another terminal is in use, the volume for the
terminal in use may increase or decrease unintentionally.
3434
Basic operation
! Connect the power cord to a power outlet after all the connections
are completed.
Turn off this unit and disconnect the power cord from the
power outlet before connecting components or changing the
connections.
Refer to the operating instructions for the components to be
connected.
! Be sure to use the included power cord and AC adapter.
! Be sure to use the USB cable included with this product or one
that conforms to USB 2.0.
! A USB hub cannot be used.
Example of connections
Connecting input terminals
Rear panel
R
L
R
L
R
L
AUDIO OUT
R L
CONT
R
*1 Analog player
DJ player
*2 DJ player
Portable audio
device
Microphone
*2 DJ player
*1 Analog player
To power outlet
Power cord
(included)
AC adapter
(included)
PC/Mac
35
Basic operation
35
*1 When connecting an analog player, select the [LINE/PHONO]
switch beside the terminals to [PHONO].
*2 When connecting a DJ player, select the [LINE/PHONO] switch
beside the terminals to [LINE].
Cord hook
% Hooking the AC adapter power cord onto the cord hook
Fasten the AC adapter power cord into place by hooking it onto the cord
hook. This prevents the power cord from being accidentally pulled and
causing the plug to get disconnected from the terminal.
! Do not fasten with the base of the AC adapter power cord bent. If used
continuously under these conditions, the power cord may be damaged,
resulting in faulty contact.
! If the AC adapter is disconnected during playback, the sound will be
interrupted.
36
Basic operation
36
Connecting output terminals
Rear panel
Component, amplifier,
powered speaker, etc.
Power amplifier,
powered speakers, etc.
Power amplifier
(for booth monitor),
powered speakers, etc.
R
L
Front panel
Headphones
! Be sure to use the [MASTER 1] output terminals for a balanced
output. If they are connected to an unbalanced input (such as RCA)
using an XLR to RCA converter cable (or converter adapter), etc.,
the sound quality may be lowered or noise may occur.
For connection with an unbalanced input (such as RCA), use the
[MASTER 2] output terminals.
37
Basic operation
37
! Be careful not to accidentally insert the power cord plug of
another unit into a [MASTER 1] output terminals.
Do not connect terminals capable of supplying phantom
power to the [MASTER 1] output terminals.
! Be sure to use the [BOOTH] output terminals for a balanced
output. If they are connected to an unbalanced input (such as
an RCA or TS terminal) with an TRS to RCA converter cable
(or converter adapter), TS cable, etc., the sound quality may be
lowered or noise may occur.
Connections
1 Connect headphones to the [PHONES] output terminals.
2 Connect devices such as powered speakers, a power amplifier,
and components to the [MASTER 1] or [MASTER 2] output
terminals.
Powered speakers, etc.
!
To output the sound from the [BOOTH] output terminals, connect devices
such as speakers to the [BOOTH] output terminals.
38
Basic operation
38
3 Connect this unit and your PC/Mac with a USB cable.
USB cable
(included)
4 Turn on the power of the PC/Mac.
5 Connect the AC adapter.
To power outlet
Power cord
㸦
included
㸧
AC adapter
(included)
6 Press the [u] switch on the rear panel of this unit to turn this
unit on.
This unit turns on.
39
Basic operation
39
!
For Windows
The [Installing device driver software] message may appear when this
unit is rst connected to the PC or when it is connected to a different USB
port on the PC. Wait a while until the [Your devices are ready for use]
message appears.
7 Turn on the devices connected to the output terminals
(powered speakers, power amplifier, components, etc.).
!
If a microphone, DJ player or other external device is connected to the
input terminals, turn on the connected device.
Starting the system
Launching rekordbox
It is necessary to register an account for using rekordbox.
For details about procedure, click [Manual] under [Support] of the
following site, and then refer to “rekordbox introduction”.
rekordbox.com
For Mac
Open the [Applications] folder in Finder and then double-click the
[rekordbox 5] > [rekordbox.app] icon.
For Windows 10
From the [Start] menu, click [Pioneer] > [rekordbox] icon.
For Windows 8.1
Click the [rekordbox] icon in [Apps view].
For Windows 7
From the [Start] menu, click [All Programs] > [Pioneer] >
[rekordbox 5.X.X] and the [rekordbox] icon.
40
Basic operation
40
Checking audio settings
Check that the [Audio] settings in [Preferences] of rekordbox are
set as follows.
For Mac
[Audio]: [DDJ-800]
[Output channels]:
[Master Output]: [DDJ-800: MASTER]
[Booth Output]: [DDJ-800: BOOTH]
[Headphones Output]: [DDJ-800: PHONES]
For Windows
[Audio]: [DDJ-800 ASIO]
[Output channels]:
[Master Output]: [DDJ-800 ASIO: MASTER]
[Booth Output]: [DDJ-800 ASIO: BOOTH]
[Headphones Output]: [DDJ-800 ASIO: PHONES]
! If PC MASTER OUT is enabled, the “+ Name of audio device in
PC/Mac” information will also be displayed after [MASTER] of the
[Master Output] item in the [Audio] settings.
41
Basic operation
41
Adding track files to [Collection]
A list of track files managed by rekordbox is displayed on the
[Collection] screen.
Registering the track files on the PC/Mac as the track collection of
rekordbox and then analyzing them enables those tracks to be used
with rekordbox.
1 Click [Collection] in the tree view.
A list of the tracks registered in [Collection] is displayed.
2 Open Finder (Mac) or Explorer (Windows), and drag and drop
track files or folders containing track files to the track list.
The track files are added to [Collection], and the waveform analysis of the
track files starts. Wait until the analysis of all the track files is finished.
Loading a track into a deck of the unit
This section explains how to load a track into Deck 1 (left) as an
example.
2
1
1 LOAD button
2 Rotary selector
% Turn the rotary selector to select a track in [Collection] and
then press the [LOAD] button of deck 1 (left side).
The track is loaded into deck 1.
42
Basic operation
42
Play tracks
The following describes the procedure for outputting the sound of
deck 1 (left side) as an example.
b
7
8
6
5
9
a
4
3
2
1
1 Channel level indicator
2 PHONO/LINE, DECK3, DECK1 selector switch
3 TRIM control
4 EQ (HI, MID, LOW) control
5 COLOR control
6 Headphones CUE button
7 HEADPHONES MIXING control
43
Basic operation
43
8 HEADPHONES LEVEL control
9 Channel fader
a Crossfader
b MASTER LEVEL control
1 Set the positions of the controls, etc., as shown below.
Names of controls, etc. Operation
PHONO/LINE, DECK3, DECK1 selector
switch
[DECK1] position
TRIM control
Turn it fully
counterclockwise.
EQ (HI, MID, LOW) control Center position
COLOR control Center position
Channel fader Move it downward.
MASTER LEVEL control
Turn it fully
counterclockwise.
Crossfader Center position
2 Press the [PLAY/PAUSE f] button to play the track.
3 Turn the [TRIM] control.
Adjust the [TRIM] control so that the channel level indicator’s orange
indicator lights at the peak level.
4 Move the channel fader upward.
44
Basic operation
44
5 Turn the [MASTER LEVEL] control to adjust the audio level of
the speakers.
Adjust the level of the sound output from the [MASTER 1] and [MASTER 2]
output terminals to an appropriate level.
!
To output sound from the speakers of the PC/Mac, adjust not the
[MASTER LEVEL] control but the volume of the speakers of the PC/Mac.
Monitoring channel audio with headphones
Set the positions of the controls, etc., as shown below.
Names of controls, etc. Operation
HEADPHONES MIXING control Center position
HEADPHONES LEVEL control
Turn it fully
counterclockwise.
1 Press the headphones [CUE] button.
2 Turn the [HEADPHONES LEVEL] control.
Adjust the level of sound output from the headphones to an appropriate level.
Note
This unit and rekordbox dj include many functions to allow for more
individualistic DJ performances. For details on each function, access
the site below and see the rekordbox Operating Instructions.
rekordbox.com/manual
Turning off the system
1 Close rekordbox.
2 Press the [u] switch on the rear panel of this unit to set the unit
to standby.
3 Disconnect the USB cable from the PC/Mac.
4545
Advanced operation
Using 4 beat loops
% Press the [LOOP IN/4 BEAT] button for over 1 second during
playback.
A loop extending 4 beats from the point at which the button was pressed
starts automatically and loop playback begins.
! When the quantize function is on, there may be a slight delay in operation
of this function to synchronize the beat.
Canceling loop playback
% Press the [RELOOP/EXIT] button.
Playback continues beyond the loop-out point without returning to the loop-in
point.
Using manual loops
Use this function to play specific sections repeatedly.
! When the quantize function is on, there may be a slight delay in
operation of this function to synchronize the beat.
1 During playback, press the [LOOP IN/4 BEAT] button at the
point where you want to start loop playback (the loop in point).
Sets the loop-in point.
2 Press the [LOOP OUT] button at the point where you want to
end loop playback (the loop out point).
46
Advanced operation
46
Halving a loop
% Press the [CUE/LOOP CALL, c (LOOP 1/2X)] button during
loop playback.
The length of loop playback is reduced to half each time this button is
pressed.
! The length of a loop can be reduced to half even during 4-beat loop
playback.
Doubling a loop
% Press the [CUE/LOOP CALL, d (LOOP 2X)] button during loop
playback.
Each time the button is pressed, the length of the loop playback is doubled.
! The length of the loop can be doubled even during 4 beat loop playback.
Canceling loop playback
% Press the [RELOOP/EXIT] button.
Playback continues beyond the loop-out point without returning to the loop-in
point.
Changing the point where loop playback starts
% Press the [LOOP IN/4 BEAT] button during loop playback and
then turn the jog dial.
Moves the position of the loop-in point.
Changing the point where loop playback ends
% Press the [LOOP OUT] button during loop playback and then
turn the jog dial.
Moves the position of the loop-out point.
47
Advanced operation
47
Using the performance pads
Using hot cues
You can start playback from the position where a hot cue is set. In
addition to hot cues, loops can be set to call out a playback point.
! Up to 16 hot cue points can be set and stored in one track.
Setting and calling out a hot cue
1 Press the [HOT CUE] mode button.
This unit enters hot cue mode.
!
For the registered 16 hot cues, you can switch to hot cues A to H by
pressing the [PAGE
c
] button, and hot cues I to P by pressing the [PAGE
d
] button. The content of the hot cue display area within the rekordbox dj
deck screen can also be switched by performing the same operation.
2 During playback or in pause mode, press a performance pad to
set a hot cue point.
The hot cue points are assigned to the respective performance pads as
shown below.
Hot cue AHot cue BHot cue CHot cue D
Hot cue EHot cue FHot cue GHot cue H
[PAGE
]
[PAGE
]
Hot cue IHot cue JHot cue KHot cue L
Hot cue MHot cue NHot cue OHot cue P
3 Press the performance pad to which the hot cue point is set.
Playback starts from the hot cue point.
! Press a performance pad while pressing the [SHIFT] button to clear the
hot cue point.
48
Advanced operation
48
Setting and calling out a 4 beat loop
1 Press the [HOT CUE] mode button.
This unit enters hot cue mode.
2 Press the [LOOP IN/4 BEAT] button for over 1 second during
playback.
Sets a 4 beat loop at the point where the button is pressed, and loop
playback starts.
3 During loop playback, press a performance pad to set a loop
during loop playback.
4 Press the performance pad to which the loop is set.
Loop playback starts from the point where the loop is set.
! Press a performance pad while pressing the [SHIFT] button to clear the loop.
Setting and calling out a manual loop
1 Press the [HOT CUE] mode button.
This unit enters hot cue mode.
2 Press the [LOOP IN/4 BEAT] button during playback and then
press the [LOOP OUT] button.
Loop playback starts.
3 During loop playback, press a performance pad to set a loop
during loop playback.
4 Press the performance pad to which the loop is set.
Loop playback starts from the point where the loop is set.
! Press a performance pad while pressing the [SHIFT] button to clear the
loop.
Using the pad FX
Various performances are possible with the simple operation of
pressing and releasing performance pads.
1 Press the [PAD FX1] mode button.
This unit enters pad FX mode 1.
Effects are assigned to the performance pads as shown below.
49
Advanced operation
49
For the effects assigned to the pads, you can switch to effects A to H by
pressing the [PAGE c] button, and effects I to P by pressing the [PAGE d]
button. The content of the pad FX display area within the rekordbox dj deck
screen can also be switched by performing the same operation.
[PAGE
]
[PAGE
]
Effect A Effect B
Effect E Effect F
Effect C Effect D
Effect G Effect H
Effect I Effect J
Effect M Effect N
Effect K Effect L
Effect O Effect P
! Press the [PAD FX1] mode button while pressing the [SHIFT] button to
switch to pad FX mode 2.
Effects are assigned to the performance pads as shown below.
For the effects assigned to the pads, you can switch to effects Q to X
by pressing the [PAGE c] button, and effects Y to AF by pressing the
[PAGE d] button. The content of the pad FX display area within the
rekordbox dj deck screen can also be switched by performing the same
operation.
[PAGE
]
[PAGE
]
Effect Q Effect R
Effect U Effect V
Effect S Effect T
Effect W Effect X
Effect Y Effect Z
Effect AC Effect AD
Effect AA Effect AB
Effect AE Effect AF
50
Advanced operation
50
2 Press and hold a performance pad.
The effect turns on according to the effect and number of beats assigned to
the pad.
3 Release the performance pad.
The effect turns off.
Using the release FX of the pad FX
Release FX must be assigned to a performance pad beforehand.
1 Press and hold a performance pad to which an effect other
than release FX is assigned.
The effect turns on according to the effect and number of beats assigned to
the pad.
2 Press the performance pad to which release FX is assigned.
The effect that was on turns off, and the release FX effect is added.
Using beat jump
You can move the playback position instantly without breaking the
rhythm of the track currently playing.
1 Press the [BEAT JUMP] mode button.
This unit enters beat jump mode.
The number of beats or number of bars skipped is assigned to the respective
performance pads as shown below. (Default value)
!
Press the [PAGE
c
] button or the [PAGE
d
] button to switch the number
of beats or number of bars assigned to the performance pad.
1 beat
(Left
direction)
4 beat
(Left
direction)
4 beat
(Right
direction)
8 beat
(Left
direction)
8 beat
(Right
direction)
1 beat
(Right
direction)
2 beat
(Left
direction)
2 beat
(Right
direction)
2 Press pad 1, pad 3, pad 5, or pad 7.
The playback position moves to the left by the number of beats or number of
bars assigned to the pressed pad.
51
Advanced operation
51
3 Press pad 2, pad 4, pad 6, or pad 8.
The playback position moves to the right by the number of beats or number
of bars assigned to the pressed pad.
Using the sampler function
You can play the tracks loaded in the sampler slots of the sampler
using the performance buttons.
Preparing to use the sampler
% Select the [SAMPLER] check box at the upper part of the
rekordbox dj screen.
The sampler panel appears on the rekordbox dj screen.
Loading a track into a sampler slot
1 Press the [SAMPLER] mode button.
This unit enters sampler mode.
2 Press the [PAGE c] button or the [PAGE d] button while
pressing the [SHIFT] button.
The sampler bank is switched. The sampler has four banks and each bank
has sixteen slots.
3 Press the rotary selector to move the cursor to the track list.
4 Rotate the rotary selector.
Select the track to be loaded in a sampler slot.
5 Press the performance pad while pressing the [SHIFT] button.
The selected track is loaded into the sampler slot.
! Loading by overwriting an already loaded sampler slot may not be possible
depending on the [Preferences] setting of rekordbox.
Using the performance pads to play the sampler
1 Press the [SAMPLER] mode button.
This unit enters sampler mode.
52
Advanced operation
52
2 Press the [PAGE c] button or the [PAGE d] button while
pressing the [SHIFT] button.
Switches the sampler bank.
3 Adjusting the sampler gain on the rekordbox dj screen
4 Press a performance pad.
The sound for the slot assigned to the pad is played.
!
Sampler slots are assigned to the respective performance pads as shown
below. (The slots in parentheses are for when the pad mode of deck 2 is
the sampler mode.)
Beat Loop
1/64 beat
Beat Loop
1/32 beat
Beat Loop
1/4 beat
Beat Loop
1/2 beat
Beat Loop
1/16 beat
Beat Loop
1/8 beat
Beat Loop
1 beat
Beat Loop
2 beats
5 During sampler playback, press a performance pad.
Playback continues by returning to the beginning.
6 During sampler playback, press the performance pad while
pressing the [SHIFT] button.
The sound of the slot that is currently playing stops.
53
Advanced operation
53
Using the keyboard mode
You can use the performance pads as a keyboard, assigning a
musical scale to the hot cues.
1 Press the [HOT CUE] mode button while pressing the [SHIFT]
button.
This unit enters keyboard mode.
2 Press a performance pad.
Select the hot cue to use in keyboard mode.
!
If there are no hot cues set, the currently playback position is set as a hot
cue and is used in keyboard mode.
!
If you want to reselect the hot cue to use in keyboard mode, press the
[HOT CUE] mode button while pressing the [SHIFT] button.
When a hot cue used with the keyboard mode is selected, the sound pitch
settings are assigned to the respective performance pads as shown below.
(Initial state)
1
+4
Semitone
5
±0
Semitone
6
+1
Semitone
7
+2
Semitone
8
+3
Semitone
2
+5
Semitone
3
+6
Semitone
4
+7
Semitone
A semitone is a unit to represent the sound pitch. “+1 Semitone” indicates a
sound that is a half step higher than the original tone.
3 Press the [PAGE c] button or [PAGE d] button to change the
setting for the pitch of the sound assigned to a performance
pad.
4 Press a performance pad.
The hot cue is played in the pitch assigned to the pressed pad.
54
Advanced operation
54
Using beat loops
When a performance pad is pressed, a loop with the number of beats
assigned to the pad is set, and loop playback continues even when
you release your finger from the pad.
1 Press the [BEAT JUMP] mode button while pressing the
[SHIFT] button.
This unit enters beat loop mode.
The number of beats for beat loop mode is assigned to the respective
performance pads as shown below.
!
When you press the [PAGE
c
] button or [PAGE
d
] button, the number of
beats assigned to the performance pad changes.
Beat Loop
1/64 beat
Beat Loop
1/32 beat
Beat Loop
1/4 beat
Beat Loop
1/2 beat
Beat Loop
1/16 beat
Beat Loop
1/8 beat
Beat Loop
1 beat
Beat Loop
2 beats
2 Press a performance pad.
A loop with the number of beats assigned to the pad that was pressed is
played.
3 Press the same performance pad again.
Loop playback is canceled.
55
Advanced operation
55
Using the key shift function
When a performance pad is pressed, the key of the track being
played changes to the pitch assigned to that pad.
1 Press the [SAMPLER] mode button while pressing the [SHIFT]
button.
This unit enters key shift mode.
The sound pitch settings are assigned to the respective performance pads as
shown below. (Initial state)
1
+4
Semitone
5
±0
Semitone
6
+1
Semitone
7
+2
Semitone
8
+3
Semitone
2
+5
Semitone
3
+6
Semitone
4
+7
Semitone
A semitone is a unit to represent the sound pitch. “+1 Semitone” indicates a
sound that is a half step higher than the original tone.
2 Press the [PAGE c] button or [PAGE d] button to change the
setting for the pitch of the sound assigned to a performance
pad.
3 Press a performance pad.
The key of the track being played changes to the pitch assigned to the pad
that is pressed.
4 Press the [KEY SYNC] button while pressing the [SHIFT]
button.
The key of the track being played returns to the original pitch.
56
Advanced operation
56
Setting cue points
Cue points or loop points can be set in the loaded track.
1 Move the playback position to the point where you want to set
a cue point.
2 Press the [CUE] button in the pause mode.
3 Press [MEMORY].
The cue point set in step 2 is stored.
Press the [MEMORY] button while looping to store the loop point.
Calling out cue points
Set cue points or loop points can be called out.
% Press the [CUE/LOOP CALL, c (LOOP 1/2X)] or
[CUE/LOOP CALL, d (LOOP 2X)] button.
Calls out the set cue points or loop points.
Deleting cue points
Set cue points or loop points can be deleted.
1 Press the [CUE/LOOP CALL, c (LOOP 1/2X)] or
[CUE/LOOP CALL, d (LOOP 2X)] button.
Call out the cue point that you want to delete.
2 Press the [DELETE] button.
The cue point called out is deleted.
57
Advanced operation
57
Switching the mixer mode
This unit can be switched to 2-channel mixer mode or 4-channel
mixer mode in the setting items of rekordbox.
= Changing the settings with rekordbox (p. 84 )
2-channel mixer mode
This is a mode for fixing the mixer function to 2 channels to match the
buttons and controls on this unit.
Preparing the next track to be played in advance enables a
performance with quick switching to target tracks.
4-channel mixer mode
This is a mode for using the mixer functions with 4 channels to match
rekordbox dj.
Up to four mixes are possible so you can create music mixes and
performances with even greater originality.
! The software takeover function operates for the mixer function in
4-channel mixer mode.
58
Advanced operation
58
Using slip mode
When slip mode is turned on, normal playback with the original
rhythm continues in the background during scratching, looping and
hot cue playback. When scratching, looping or hot cue playback is
canceled, normal playback resumes from the position where the
operation was canceled.
Various performances can be achieved without breaking the rhythm.
! The [SLIP] button lights up when slip mode is set and flashes
while playing the sound in the background.
Slip scratching
1 Turn VINYL mode on.
Press the [SHIFT] button to check if the [SLIP] button lights up.
2 Press the [SLIP] button.
This unit enters slip mode.
3 During playback, perform scratching using the top of the jog
dial.
Normal playback continues in the background while scratching is performed.
4 Release the top of the jog dial.
Playback starts from the current position playing in the background playback.
!
Press the [SLIP] button again to cancel slip mode.
59
Advanced operation
59
How to check VINYL mode on/off
VINYL mode is turned on by default, and scratching is available. You
can check the current status based on the light status of the [SLIP]
button while the [SHIFT] button is pressed.
! When VINYL mode is on, the [SLIP] button lights up while the
[SHIFT] button is pressed.
! When VINYL mode is off, the [SLIP] button does not light up while
the [SHIFT] button is pressed.
Press the [SLIP] button while pressing the [SHIFT] button to switch
VINYL mode on and off.
Slip hot cue
1 Press the [HOT CUE] mode button.
This unit enters hot cue mode.
2 Set the hot cue.
Press a performance pad to set a hot cue.
3 Press the [SLIP] button.
This unit enters slip mode.
4 During playback, press and hold a performance pad.
Playback starts from the position where the hot cue is set. Playback
continues while the performance pad is pressed.
Normal playback continues in the background while playing the hot cue.
5 Release the performance pad.
Playback starts from the current position playing in the background playback.
! Press the [SLIP] button again to cancel slip mode.
60
Advanced operation
60
Slip braking
1 Adjust the setting for [Vinyl Speed Adjust] - [Touch/Brake]
in the [Deck] tab of [Preferences] > [Controller] menu for
rekordbox.
Adjusts the speed, etc., at which track playback stops with
[Vinyl Speed Adjust].
When using slip braking, adjust the [Touch/Brake] control of
[Vinyl Speed Adjust] on the PC/Mac screen and set the sound to stop
slowly.
2 Press the [SLIP] button.
This unit enters slip mode.
3 During playback, press the [PLAY/PAUSE f] button.
Playback slowly stops while normal playback continues in the background.
4 Press the [PLAY/PAUSE f] button again.
Playback starts from the current position playing in the background playback.
! Press the [SLIP] button again to cancel slip mode.
Slip auto beat loop
1 Press the [SLIP] button.
This unit enters slip mode.
2 Press the [LOOP IN/4 BEAT] button for over 1 second.
A loop with the specified number of beats is set and loop playback starts.
Normal playback continues in the background even during loop playback.
3 Press the [RELOOP/EXIT] button.
Loop playback is canceled and playback starts from the current position
playing in the background playback.
! Press the [SLIP] button again to cancel slip mode.
61
Advanced operation
61
Manual slip looping
1 Press the [SLIP] button.
This unit enters slip mode.
2 Press the [LOOP IN/4 BEAT] button and then press the
[LOOP OUT] button.
Loop playback starts.
Normal playback continues in the background even during loop playback.
3 Press the [RELOOP/EXIT] button.
Loop playback is canceled and playback starts from the current position
playing in the background playback.
! Press the [SLIP] button again to cancel slip mode.
62
Advanced operation
62
Using the fader start function
Using the channel fader start function
1 Set a cue point.
Pause playback at the position where you want to set a cue point (playback
start point), and press the [CUE] button for the corresponding deck.
! Cue points can also be set by moving the channel fader from the back to
the position nearest you while pressing the [SHIFT] button in the pause
mode.
2 Move the channel fader from the position nearest you towards
the back while pressing the [SHIFT] button.
Playback of the track starts from the set cue point.
! When the channel fader is moved back to the position nearest you while
pressing the [SHIFT] button during playback, the track moves back to the
set cue point and playback is paused (back cue).
If a cue point is not set, playback starts from the beginning of the track.
When the channel fader is moved from the back to the position nearest you
while pressing the [SHIFT] buttonwhen a cue is in standby, playback starts
from the set cue point.
63
Advanced operation
63
Using the crossfader start function
1 Setting the cue point.
Pause playback at the position where you want to set a cue point (playback
start point), and press the [CUE] button for the corresponding deck.
! Cue points can also be set by moving the crossfader to the far left or the
far right while pressing the [SHIFT] button in pause mode.
2 Move the crossfader to the far-left or far-right position.
Set the crossfader to the far end of the channel to be used with the fader
start function.
3 Move the crossfader to the opposite direction while pressing
the [SHIFT] button.
Playback of the track starts from the set cue point.
! When the crossfader is returned to the original position while pressing the
[SHIFT] button during playback, the track moves instantaneously back to
the set cue point and pause mode is set (Back Cue).
If a cue point is not set, playback starts from the beginning of the track.
When the crossfader is moved from the left edge to the right edge (or from
the right edge to the left edge) while pressing the [SHIFT] button when a
cue is in standby, playback starts from the set cue point.
Using effects
The following explains the two effect function types, BEAT FX
and SOUND COLOR FX, that can be operated when the unit is
connected with rekordbox dj.
For details on operating these effects using the performance pads,
see Using the pad FX (p. 48 ).
64
Advanced operation
64
Using the BEAT FX function
You can set various effects according to the tempo (BPM = Beats Per
Minute) of the track currently playing using the BEAT FX function.
Main display
1
5
2
3
4
1
Effect name Displays the name of the selected effect.
2
AUTO
(TAP)
When the BPM measurement mode is auto mode,
[AUTO] is displayed. When it is manual input
mode, [TAP] is displayed.
3
BPM value
display
(3 digits)
Displays the automatically detected BPM in auto
mode.
If the BPM cannot be detected, the previously
detected BPM value flashes.
Displays the manually input BPM value in manual
input mode.
4
Beat/
parameter
display
section
Displays the selected number of beats.
Displays parameters when the [BEAT c, d]
buttons are pressed for some effects. Blinks when
outside the parameter limits.
5
Selected
channel
display
section
Displays the channel to which the effect is to be
applied. SAMPLER, CH 1, CH 2, CH 3, CH 4,
or MASTER is displayed depending on what is
selected.
1 Press the [BEAT c] or [BEAT d] button while pressing the
[SHIFT] button.
Select the BPM measurement mode.
— [AUTO]: Press the [BEAT
c
] button while pressing the [SHIFT] button.
The BPM is automatically measured from the input audio signal.
65
Advanced operation
65
— [TAP]: Press the [BEAT
c
] button while pressing the [SHIFT] button.
Enter the BPM manually. For information on manual input, refer to
Inputting the BPM manually (p. 66 ).
! The BPM measurement range for the [AUTO] setting is 70 to 180. BPM
cannot be correctly measured for some tracks. If the BPM cannot be
measured, the BPM value on the display flashes. In such cases, use the
[TAP] button to input the BPM manually.
2 Rotate the [BEAT FX SELECT] control.
Selects the type of effect.
! For information on the types of effects, refer to Types of BEAT FX
(p. 66 ).
3 Rotate the [BEAT FX CH SELECT] control.
Selects the channel to apply the effect to.
— [SAMPLER]: Applies the effect to the sound of [SAMPLER] of rekordbox.
— [1] to [4]: Applies the effect to the sound of each channel. Only [1] and [2]
are enabled when 2-channel mixer mode is set.
— [MASTER]: Applies the effect to the sound of the [MASTER] channel.
4 Press the [BEAT c, d] button.
Set the beat fraction to synchronize the effect sound with.
The effect time corresponding to the beat fraction is set automatically.
5 Press the [BEAT FX ON/OFF] button.
The effect is applied to the sound.
The effect’s quantitative parameter can be adjusted by turning the
[BEAT FX LEVEL/DEPTH] control.
The [ON/OFF] button flashes when the effect is on.
! Press the [ON/OFF] button again to turn the effect off.
Note
The effect cannot be applied to the AUX sound.
66
Advanced operation
66
Inputting the BPM manually
% While pressing the [SHIFT] button, tap the [BEAT d] button
more than two times with your finger in time with the beat
(quarter notes) of the sound being played.
The average value of the interval at which the [BEAT d] button is tapped
with a finger while the [SHIFT] button is pressed is displayed in the BPM
value display section.
! You can return to AUTO mode, press the [BEAT c] button while pressing
the [SHIFT] button.
Types of BEAT FX
LOW CUT ECHO
A delayed sound with the low frequency range reduced is output
several times and gradually attenuated according to the beat fraction
set with the [BEAT c, d] buttons.
! Lowering the channel faders and cutting the input volume leaves
an echo sound, producing a fade out.
Input sound turned off
Time
Fade-out
1 beat
BEAT c, d
buttons
Sets the delay time between 1/16 and 16 beats with
respect to 1 beat of BPM time.
LEVEL/DEPTH
control
Sets the balance between the original sound and the
echo sound.
67
Advanced operation
67
ECHO
A delayed sound is output several times and gradually attenuated
according to the beat fraction set with the [BEAT c, d] buttons.
! Lowering the channel faders and cutting the input volume leaves
an echo sound, producing a fade out.
Input sound turned off
Time
Fade-out
1 beat
BEAT c, d
buttons
Sets the delay time between 1/16 and 16 beats with
respect to 1 beat of BPM time.
LEVEL/DEPTH
control
Sets the balance between the original sound and the
echo sound.
68
Advanced operation
68
MULTI TAP DELAY
A delayed sound is output up to 7 times in 1/8 beat intervals
according to the beat fraction set with the [BEAT c, d] buttons.
! Lowering the channel faders and cutting the input volume leaves a
delayed sound.
MI
NMAX
MI
NMAX
LEVEL/DEPTH
MI
NMAX
1/8 beat
1/4 beat
1/1 beat
Time
BEAT c, d
buttons
Sets the effect time between 1/16 and 16 beats with
respect to 1 beat of BPM time.
LEVEL/DEPTH
control
Sets the volume to an odd-number delay from the
[MIN] position to the center position, and an even-
number delay from the center position to the [MAX]
position.
69
Advanced operation
69
SPIRAL
A reverberation effect is applied to the input sound.
The pitch changes simultaneously if the delay time is changed.
! Lowering the channel faders and cutting the input volume leaves
an effect sound.
Input sound turned off
Time
Fade-out
1 beat
BEAT c, d
buttons
Sets the delay time between 1/16 and 16 beats with
respect to 1 beat of BPM time.
LEVEL/DEPTH
control
Sets feedback, and the balance between the original
sound and the effect sound.
REVERB
A reverberation effect is applied to the input sound.
! Lowering the channel faders and cutting the input volume leaves a
delay sound.
Level
Direct sound
Early reflected sound
Reverberations
1%
100
%
Time
BEAT c, d
buttons
Sets the extent of the reverberation effect between 1
and 100 %.
LEVEL/DEPTH
control
Sets the balance between the original sound and the
effect sound.
70
Advanced operation
70
TRANS
The sound is cut according to the beat fraction set with the
[BEAT c, d] buttons.
Cu
tC
ut
1/1 beat
Time
BEAT c, d
buttons
Sets the beat fraction between 1/16 and 16 with
respect to 1 beat of BPM time.
LEVEL/DEPTH
control
Sets the duty ratio and balance between the original
sound and effect sound.
ENIGMA JET
A flanger effect is produced according to the beat fraction set with the
[BEAT c, d] buttons. The pitch sounds as if it continues to ascend
or descend.
BEAT c, d
buttons
Sets the beat fraction between 1/16 and 64 beats or
between -64 and -1/16 beats, with respect to 1 beat
of BPM time. The pitch ascends for beat fractions
between 1/16 and 64 beats. The pitch descends for
beat fractions between -64 and -1/16.
LEVEL/DEPTH
control
The further the control is turned clockwise, the more
the effect is stressed.
When turned all the way counterclockwise, only the
original sound is output.
71
Advanced operation
71
FLANGER
A 1-cycle flanger effect is produced according to the beat fraction set
with the [BEAT c, d] buttons.
Short delay
Cycle
Time
BEAT c, d
buttons
Sets the effect time between 1/16 and 64 beats with
respect to 1 beat of BPM time.
LEVEL/DEPTH
control
The further the control is turned clockwise, the more
the effect is stressed.
When turned all the way counterclockwise, only the
original sound is output.
PHASER
The phaser effect changes according to the beat fraction set with the
[BEAT c, d] buttons.
Phase shift
Cycle
Tim
e
The phaser effect changes according to the beat button fraction.
BEAT c, d
buttons
Sets the cycle for moving the phaser effect with
respect to 1 beat of BPM between 1/16 and 64 beats.
LEVEL/DEPTH
control
The further the control is turned clockwise, the more
the effect is stressed.
When turned all the way counterclockwise, only the
original sound is output.
72
Advanced operation
72
PITCH
The pitch of the source sound is changed.
BEAT c, d
buttons
Sets the pitch of the effect sound between -50 and
100%.
LEVEL/DEPTH
control
Sets the pitch of the effect sound. When rotated all
the way counterclockwise, the setting returns to the
pitch of the original sound.
SLIP ROLL
The sound being input at the point when the [ON/OFF] button is
pressed is recorded, and the recorded sound is output repeatedly
according to the beat fraction set with the [BEAT c, d] buttons.
When the effect time changes, the input sound is recorded again.
1/2Repeated 1/1Repeated
Changed from 1/2 to 1/1
Effect turned on
Original
Roll
BEAT c, d
buttons
Sets the effect time between 1/16 and 16 beats with
respect to 1 beat of BPM time.
LEVEL/DEPTH
control
Sets the balance between the original sound and
ROLL.
73
Advanced operation
73
ROLL
The sound being input at the point when the [ON/OFF] button is
pressed is recorded, and the recorded sound is output repeatedly
according to the beat fraction set with the [BEAT c, d] buttons.
Effect turned on
Repeated
Origina
l
1/1 roll
BEAT c, d
buttons
Sets the effect time between 1/16 and 16 beats with
respect to 1 beat of BPM time.
LEVEL/DEPTH
control
Sets the balance between the original sound and
ROLL.
MOBIUS (SAW)
Sawtooth wave sound is produced according to the beat fraction set
with the [BEAT c, d] buttons. The pitch sounds as if it continues to
ascend or descend.
This sound is mixed with the input sound, and the resulting sound is
output. Oscillation is possible even if sound is not input.
BEAT c, d
buttons
Sets the beat fraction between 1/16 and 64 beats or
between -64 and -1/16 beats, with respect to 1 beat
of BPM time. The pitch ascends for beat fractions
between 1/16 and 64 beats. The pitch descends for
beat fractions between -64 and -1/16.
LEVEL/DEPTH
control
Adjusts the volume of the sawtooth wave sound to be
mixed.
74
Advanced operation
74
MOBIUS (TRI)
Triangular wave sound is produced according to the beat fraction set
with the [BEAT c, d] buttons. The pitch sounds as if it continues to
ascend or descend.
This sound is mixed with the input sound, and the resulting sound is
output. Oscillation is possible even if sound is not input.
BEAT c, d
buttons
Sets the beat fraction between 1/16 and 64 beats or
between -64 and -1/16 beats, with respect to 1 beat
of BPM time. The pitch ascends for beat fractions
between 1/16 and 64 beats. The pitch descends for
beat fractions between -64 and -1/16.
LEVEL/DEPTH
control
Adjusts the volume of the sawtooth wave sound to be
mixed.
1 When [1] to [4] is selected with the effect channel selector switch,
the effect sound cannot be monitored even if the [CUE] button of
the selected channel is pressed.
Using the SOUND COLOR FX function
This effect changes in association with the [COLOR] control for each
channel.
You can use SOUND COLOR FX included in rekordbox dj.
1 Press a [SOUND COLOR FX SELECT] button.
Selects the type of effect.
The pressed button flashes.
! If a [SOUND COLOR FX SELECT] button is pressed when a
[SOUND COLOR FX SELECT] button is already selected, the newly
pressed button is selected.
! The same effect is set for all channels.
2 Turn the [COLOR] control.
The effect is applied to the sound of the channel for which the control is
turned.
75
Advanced operation
75
Canceling the SOUND COLOR FX effect
% Press the flashing [SOUND COLOR FX SELECT] button.
The effect is canceled.
Types of SOUND COLOR FX effects
rekordbox dj supports various SOUND COLOR FX.
When the software is used with the unit DUB ECHO, PITCH, NOISE
and FILTER are selected by default.
Effects other than these can be used by changing the SOUND
COLOR FX settings in rekordbox dj.
Switch SOUND COLOR FX of rekordbox dj to the [USER] mode to
change the SOUND COLOR FX setting. You can set each effect to
the desired effect.
76
Advanced operation
76
Effect
name
Descriptions [COLOR] control
DUB
ECHO
Outputs delayed
sounds repeatedly
after the original
sound and gradually
attenuates the
delayed sounds to
achieve an echo
effect.
Turn counterclockwise: Applies the
echo effect to the mid-range only.
Turn clockwise: Applies the echo
effect to the high-range only.
PITCH
Changes the sound
pitch.
Turn counterclockwise: The pitch
descends.
Turn clockwise: The pitch rises.
NOISE
White noise
generated inside
this unit is mixed in
to the sound of the
channel via the filter
and output.
Turn counterclockwise: Gradually
decreases the cut-off frequency of
the filter through which the white
noise passes.
Turn clockwise: Gradually increases
the cut-off frequency of the filter
through which the white noise
passes.
FILTER
Outputs sound that
has passed through
a filter.
Turn counterclockwise: Gradually
decreases the low-pass filter’s cut-
off frequency.
Turn clockwise: Gradually increases
the high-pass filter’s cut-off
frequency.
77
Advanced operation
77
Using a microphone
1 Connect a microphone to the [MIC 1] input terminal or the
[MIC 2] input terminal.
2 Set the [MIC ON, OFF] selector switch to [ON].
[ON]: The indicator lights up.
! When using the TALK OVER function, select the [MIXER/MIC] check box
in rekordbox dj to display the graphical user interface of TALK OVER. Click
the [TALK OVER] button.
! When set to [TALK OVER], the sound of channels other than the [MIC 1]
channel and the [MIC 2] channel is attenuated by -18 dB (default) when a
sound of -10 dB or greater is input to the microphone.
! For details on how to change the sound attenuation level when
[TALK OVER] is selected, see Microphone Talkover Level setting
(p. 88 ).
! The talkover mode can be switched between normal mode and advanced
mode. For information on how to change this setting, refer to Microphone
Talkover Mode setting (p. 88 ).
3 Turn the [MIC 1 LEVEL] control or [MIC 2 LEVEL] control.
Adjusts the level of sound output from the [MIC 1] channel or the [MIC 2]
channel.
! The sound is output at a loud volume if the control is rotated to the extreme
right.
4 Input audio to the microphone.
Notes
! To output the microphone sound from the unit via your PC/Mac, do
the following.
— Use rekordbox dj.
— Change the setting of [Microphone Input Mode] in rekordbox to [Effect
Mode].
For information on how to change this setting, refer to Microphone Input
Mode setting (p. 87 ).
78
Advanced operation
78
! In a case other than the above, the microphone sound will be
output from the unit without passing via your PC/Mac.
The following shows the function differences depending on the
above setting.
Function name Via the PC/Mac Not via the PC/Mac
MIC ON, OFF selector
switch
Enabled Enabled
MIC 1/2 LEVEL control Enabled Enabled
MIC EQ (HI, LOW) control Enabled Enabled
Output of microphone
sound to booth monitor
Enabled Enabled
Limiter of microphone
sound added to Master
Output
Enabled Disabled
Limiter of microphone
sound added to Booth
Output
Enabled Disabled
TALK OVER function Enabled Disabled
Microphone FX Enabled Disabled
For details on the microphone FX and other functions, access the
site below and see the rekordbox Operating Instructions.
rekordbox.com/manual
Adjusting the sound quality
% Turn the [EQ (HI, LOW)] control.
— [HI]: –12 dB to +12 dB (10 kHz)
— [LOW]: –12 dB to +12 dB (100 Hz)
79
Advanced operation
79
Using external inputs
This unit is equipped with two sets of external inputs for connecting
a CD player, analog turntable, and other devices. The audio of these
devices can be output from the unit via a PC/Mac or output from the
unit not via a PC/Mac.
The following shows the function differences.
! When a USB cable is connected and rekordbox is running:
Outputs the audio of the external device from this unit via a PC/
Mac. This enables using the mixer functions or effect functions of
rekordbox dj for the audio of the external device.
! When rekordbox is not running or a USB cable is not connected:
Outputs the audio of the external device from this unit not via a
PC/Mac.
Function name
USB
cable is
connected
and
rekordbox
is running
USB
cable is
connected
and
rekordbox
is not
running
When USB
cable is not
connected
TRIM control Enabled Enabled
EQ (HI, MID, LOW) control Enabled Enabled
Microphone EQ Enabled Enabled
SOUND COLOR FX Enabled Disabled
Headphones CUE Enabled Enabled
Channel fader Enabled Enabled
Crossfader Enabled Enabled
Crossfader curve Enabled Disabled
Crossfader Cut Lag Enabled Enabled
Master Output peak limiter Enabled Disabled
Fader start Enabled Disabled
80
Advanced operation
80
Function name
USB
cable is
connected
and
rekordbox
is running
USB
cable is
connected
and
rekordbox
is not
running
When USB
cable is not
connected
Booth Output peak limiter Enabled Disabled
Master Output monaural/
stereo selection
Enabled Disabled
Booth Output monaural/
stereo selection
Enabled Disabled
Channel level indicator Enabled Enabled
Master level indicator Enabled Enabled
BEAT FX Enabled Disabled
Notes
! For details on the respective items, see Connections (p. 37 ) and
Part names and functions (p. 11 ).
! The values adjusted with the various controls for rekordbox
dj differ from the values adjusted with the various controls for
external input.
! When using the unit with the setting to forcefully operate the unit
as a general MIDI controller in the utilities mode of the unit, check
the settings of the DJ application to be used.
81
Advanced operation
81
Mixing the sound of a DJ player, etc.
1 Connect your PC/Mac and the unit with a USB cable.
2 Launch rekordbox.
3 Connect a DJ player or other line level output device to the
[LINE/PHONO] input terminals.
4 Set the [LINE/PHONO] switch on the rear panel of this unit to
[LINE].
! Be sure to change the setting of the [LINE/PHONO] switch when the
power of the unit is off.
5 Turn on this unit’s power.
6 Set the [PHONO/LINE, DECK3, DECK1] selector switch or
[DECK2, DECK4, PHONO/LINE] selector switch on top of the
unit to [PHONO/LINE].
7 Operate the [TRIM] control and channel fader to adjust the level
of sound output from each channel.
Mixing the sound of an analog turntable, etc.
1 Connect your PC/Mac and the unit with a USB cable.
2 Launch rekordbox.
3 Connect the analog player or other phono level (for MM
cartridges) output device to the [LINE/PHONO] input terminals.
! Connect the ground wire of an analog player to the [SIGNAL GND]
terminal of this unit.
4 Set the [LINE/PHONO] switch on the rear panel of this unit to
[PHONO].
! Be sure to change the setting of the [LINE/PHONO] switch when the
power of the unit is off.
5 Turn on this unit’s power.
82
Advanced operation
82
6 Set the [PHONO/LINE, DECK3, DECK1] selector switch or
[DECK2, DECK4, PHONO/LINE] selector switch on top of the
unit to [PHONO/LINE].
7 Operate the [TRIM] control and channel fader to adjust the level
of sound output from each channel.
Using the AUX function
% Turn the [AUX TRIM] control.
Adjust the level of sound input to the [AUX IN] channel.
Note
The sound input to the [AUX IN] channel is output from the unit
without passing via your PC/Mac. The BEAT FX or SOUND COLOR
FX effect of rekordbox dj is not applied to this sound.
8383
Changing the settings
Changing the settings with the unit
The “MIDI Controller Settings” can be set in the utilities mode.
This unit automatically switches operation as shown below
depending on whether or not rekordbox dj is running.
! When rekordbox is running, controller operation depends on the
rekordbox dj functions.
! When rekordbox dj is not running, this controller operates as a
general MIDI controller.
Even if rekordbox dj is running, this controller can forcibly be
operated as a general MIDI controller.
If the utilities mode is launched while the DJ application is running,
the set status may not be displayed properly.
1 Disconnect the USB cable from the PC/Mac.
2 Press the [u] switch on the rear panel of this unit to set the unit
to standby.
This unit enters standby mode.
3 While pressing both the [SHIFT] and [PLAY/PAUSE f]
buttons on the left deck, press the [u] switch on the rear panel
of this unit.
Utilities mode is launched.
4 Press the [SLIP REVERSE] button on the left deck.
! [SLIP REVERSE] button (not lit): Automatically switches operation
depending on whether or not rekordbox is running.
! [SLIP REVERSE] button (lit): Forcibly operates as a general MIDI
controller regardless of whether or not rekordbox is running.
84
Changing the settings
84
5 Press the [u] switch on the rear panel of this unit to set the unit
to standby.
To save the settings, set the [u] switch on the rear panel of this unit to
standby and quit utilities mode.
Changing the settings with rekordbox
The settings required for the DJ player can be changed with
rekordbox.
Change the setting items in [Controller] of [Preferences].
! The following settings can be changed only when rekordbox and
the unit are connected.
Setting items of [Deck] tab in [Controller]
Brightness of the display setting
Sets the brightness of the jog display section.
5 levels from 1 to 5 are available for this setting.
! Set to 1 for the darkest illumination, and 5 for the brightest
illumination.
Display setting for the jog display
You can change the information displayed in the jog display section.
Display
Set the display of the jog display section. Also, when the power of the
unit is turned on, the screen selected in the setting is displayed on
the jog display.
— INFO screen: Displays the INFO screen.
— ARTWORK screen: Displays the ARTWORK screen.
85
Changing the settings
85
Display Artwork
Selecting the check box of the [Display Artwork] item enables
display and displays the artwork of the track loaded from rekordbox
on the jog display. This is enabled only when the INFO screen is
displayed.
Display CUE SCOPE
Selecting the check box of the [Display CUE SCOPE] item enables
display and displays the CUE SCOPE on the jog display. This is
enabled only when the INFO screen is displayed.
Time Mode
Time information display can be changed in the [Time Mode] item.
This is enabled only when the INFO screen is displayed.
— Elapsed: With 0:00 as the starting point of the track, displays the
time elapsed from the beginning to the current playback position.
— Remaining: With 0:00 as the end of the track, displays the time
remaining to the end from the current playback position.
Slip Mode Flashing
Changes the slip mode flashing setting.
— Enable: The buttons that can be operated only while slip mode is
on ([HOT CUE], [RELOOP/EXIT], etc.) flash.
— Disable: The buttons that can be operated only while slip mode is
on do not flash.
Slip button LED while slip mode is on
Sets the lighting operation of the [SLIP] button for when slip mode is
on.
— Light is On: The [SLIP] button lights up when slip mode is on, and
flashes while slip mode is being operated.
— Blink: The [SLIP] button does not light up when slip mode is on.
86
Changing the settings
86
Setting items of [Mixer] tab in [Controller]
Mixer Mode setting
Changes the mixer mode setting.
= Switching the mixer mode (p. 57 )
Fader Start setting
Changes the fader start function setting.
! By default, this is enabled.
When the [Activate the fader start when moving a channel fader
or the cross fader while pressing the SHIFT button.] check box is
selected, the function is enabled.
Cross Fader Curve setting
Switches the characteristics of the crossfader curve.
! The further the control is turned clockwise, the sharper the curve
rises.
! The further the control is turned counterclockwise, the more
gradually the curve rises.
Cross Fader Cut Lag setting
Adjust the length of the silent zone (cut lag) of both ends of the
crossfader.
Adjustment can be made from 0.5 mm to 5.7 mm in 0.1 mm
increments.
! By default, the level is set to 1.0 mm.
Output setting of the microphone to the booth monitor
Changes whether or not the microphone sound is output from the
booth channel.
When the [Don’t output microphone sound to the Booth output.]
check box is unselected, the microphone sound is output from the
booth channel. When the check box is selected, the microphone
sound is not output from the booth channel.
87
Changing the settings
87
Brightness setting of effect section display
Set the brightness of the effect section display.
3 levels from 1 to 3 are available for this setting.
Set to 1 for the darkest illumination, and 3 for the brightest
illumination.
Microphone Input Mode setting
— Effect Mode: Enables output of the microphone sound from the
unit via your PC/Mac. This allows you to apply the microphone FX
and other effects of rekordbox dj to the microphone sound.
— Low Latency Mode: Enables output of the microphone sound
from the unit not via your PC/Mac. This does not allow you to
apply the microphone FX and other effects of rekordbox dj to the
microphone sound, but the time lag due to the transmission delay
(latency) of the sound data is reduced compared with the effect
mode.
Note
For details on the microphone FX and other functions, access the
site below and see the rekordbox Operating Instructions.
rekordbox.com/manual
Mic Low Cut Filter setting
Set whether or not to apply a filter to reduce the sound lower than the
human voice for the microphone sound.
The background noise output from speakers, etc. that is input to the
microphone can be reduced by the low cut filter.
— On: Enables the low cut filter of microphone sound.
— Off: Disables the low cut filter of microphone sound.
88
Changing the settings
88
Microphone Talkover Mode setting
Switches the talkover mode.
— Advanced Talkover Mode: Sound from channels other than the
microphone channel is output with only the mid-range attenuated
according to the talkover level setting.
dB
Frequency
— Normal Talkover Mode: Sound from channels other than the
microphone channel is output with the sound attenuated according
to the talkover level setting.
dB
Frequency
Microphone Talkover Level setting
Sets the talk over function’s sound attenuation level.
Setting values: –6 dB / –12 dB / –18 dB / –24 dB
89
Changing the settings
89
Setting items of [DDJ-800] tab in [Controller]
Master Attenuator Level setting
Sets the master output attenuator level.
Setting values: 0 dB / –6 dB / –12 dB
Monaural/Stereo Selection for Master Output
Switches the monaural/stereo setting for the master output sound.
— Monaural: Outputs the master sound in monaural.
— Stereo: Outputs the master sound in stereo.
Booth Attenuator Level setting
Sets the booth output attenuator level.
Setting values: 0 dB / –6 dB / –12 dB
Monaural/Stereo Selection for Booth Output
Switches the monaural/stereo setting for the booth output sound.
— Monaural: Outputs the booth sound in monaural.
— Stereo: Outputs the booth sound in stereo.
Peak Limiter setting for Master Output
Lessens sudden, unpleasant digital clipping of the master output.
— Enable: Enables the peak limiter for master output.
— Disable: Disables the peak limiter for master output.
Microphone sound limiter setting added to Master Output
Lessens sudden, unpleasant digital clipping of the microphone sound
that is added to the master output.
— Enable: Enables the peak limiter
— Disable: Disables the peak limiter
90
Changing the settings
90
Microphone sound limiter setting added to Booth Output
Lessens sudden, unpleasant digital clipping of the microphone sound
that is added to the booth output.
— Enable: Enables the peak limiter
— Disable: Disables the peak limiter
SHIFT Function List setting
Changes the display setting for the SHIFT function list.
! By default, this is enabled.
If you select the [Display SHIFT Function List while pressing the
SHIFT button.] check box, a list of the SHIFT functions in rekordbox
is displayed when you press the [SHIFT] button.
Demo/Screen saver setting
Sets the screen saver function and the time for when to start demo
mode.
! By default, demo mode starts when there is no operation for 10
minutes.
! When any control or button on this unit is operated while in the
demo mode, the demo mode is canceled.
! When the screen saver function is enabled, it starts up when there
is no operation for 30 minutes.
— Demo (1 minute): Demo mode starts when there is no operation
on this unit for 1 minute.
— Demo (5 minutes): Demo mode starts when there is no operation
on this unit for 5 minutes.
— Demo (10 minutes): Demo mode starts when there is no
operation on this unit for 10 minutes.
— Screen saver: Enables the screen saver function.
— Disable: Demo mode and the screen saver function do not start.
91
Changing the settings
91
Auto Standby setting
Changes the auto standby function setting.
! By default, this is enabled.
When this setting is enabled, this unit enters standby automatically
after 4 hours if any of the following conditions are met.
— None of the unit’s buttons or controls are operated.
— No audio signal of -24 dB or greater is input to an input terminal of
this unit.
! If the [QUANTIZE] button of the right side deck is pressed, the
standby state is canceled.
Setting utility software
The setting utility can be used to perform the checks and settings
described below.
— Adjusting the buffer size (when ASIO is used)
— Checking the version of the driver software
Displaying the setting utility
For Mac
Open the [Applications] folder in Finder and then click [Pioneer] >
[DDJ-800] > [DDJ-800 driver version display utility].
For Windows 10
Click [Pioneer] > [DDJ-800 Settings Utility] from the [Start] menu.
For Windows 8.1
From [Apps view], click [Pioneer] > [DDJ-800 Settings Utility].
For Windows 7
Click [All Programs] > [Pioneer] > [DDJ-800] > [DDJ-800 Settings
Utility] from the [Start] menu.
92
Changing the settings
92
Adjusting the buffer size (when ASIO is used)
This function can only be used by those using a Windows operating
system.
If an application using this unit as the default audio device (DJ
software, etc.) is running, quit the application before adjusting the
buffer size.
Display the setting utility before starting.
% Click the [ASIO] tab.
! If a large buffer size is set, 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.
93
Changing the settings
93
Checking the version of the driver software
Display the setting utility before starting.
% Click the [About] tab.
! You can check the firmware version of this unit on the screen.
! The firmware version is not displayed when the unit is not
connected to the PC/Mac or when the unit and PC/Mac are not
communicating properly.
9494
Additional information
Troubleshooting
! If you think that there is something wrong with this unit, check
the following items and access the Pioneer DJ support page and
check [FAQ] of DDJ-800.
pioneerdj.com/support/
Also, refer to [Support] > [FAQ] at the rekordbox product site.
Some problems occur due to the connected components. If
the problem cannot be resolved after checking the connected
components, contact the service center or your dealer for repairs.
! The player may not operate properly due to static electricity or
other external influences. In such cases, normal operation may
become possible if you turn the power off and then back on.
Problem Check Remedy
The unit
does not
turn on.
Is the [u] switch of
the power on the rear
panel of the unit on?
Turn on the [u] switch.
Is the included AC
adapter properly
connected?
Connect the included AC
adapter correctly.
The unit
is not
recognized.
Is the included
USB cable properly
connected?
Connect the included USB
cable properly.
Are you using a USB
hub?
A USB hub cannot be used.
Connect the PC/Mac and this
unit directly using the included
USB cable.
Is the driver software
properly set?
Set the driver software properly.
(p. 105 )
95
Additional information
95
Problem Check Remedy
The unit
is not
recognized.
Is your PC/Mac
recognizing the unit?
Windows: Check if the firmware
version of this unit is displayed
on the [About] tab of [DDJ-800
Settings Utility]. (p. 93 )
Mac: Check if the firmware
version of this unit is displayed
on the [About] tab of [DDJ-800
driver version display utility].
(p. 93 )
Are other applications
running?
Quit all applications including
also the screen saver and
resident software. (Before
quitting antivirus security
software and other security
software, disconnect the
Internet connection to ensure
the security of your PC/Mac.)
Are USB devices
other than this unit
connected?
Remove external hard disks
and the keyboard (for some
models), etc. to check the status
with only the built-in hard disc.
— If your PC/Mac has multiple
USB ports, check whether
the unit is recognized using a
different USB port.
Are multiple ASIO
drivers for units other
than this unit installed
on the PC?
Uninstall unnecessary ASIO
drivers.
For details on how to uninstall
ASIO drivers, check with the
manufacturer of the respective
ASIO driver.
96
Additional information
96
Problem Check Remedy
The unit
is not
recognized.
Is the sound setting on
the Mac set correctly?
Disconnect the USB cable
connecting the unit and the
computer, launch [Audio MIDI
Setup] (the utility software
for macOS), and the [MIDI
Window] or [MIDI studio]
will be displayed. Select the
[DDJ-800] icon, and click
[Remove Device]. (The
[USB MIDI Device] icon may
be displayed instead of the
[DDJ-800] icon. In that case,
select [USB MIDI Device].)
If this unit is connected to the
computer using the USB cable
again, the [DDJ-800] icon will
appear.
Sound is not
output, or
sound is too
small.
Are the [TRIM]
control, channel
fader, crossfader,
[PHONO/LINE,
DECK3, DECK1]
selector switch or
[DECK2, DECK4,
PHONO/LINE]
selector switch,
[LINE/PHONO] switch,
and [MASTER LEVEL]
control set to the
correct positions?
Set the [TRIM] control,
channel fader, crossfader,
[PHONO/LINE, DECK3,
DECK1] selector switch
or [DECK2, DECK4,
PHONO/LINE] selector switch,
[LINE/PHONO] switch, and
[MASTER LEVEL] control to
the correct positions.
Are the connected
powered speakers,
etc., properly set?
Properly set the external input
selection, volume, etc., on the
powered speakers, etc.
97
Additional information
97
Problem Check Remedy
Sound is not
output, or
sound is too
small.
Are the connection
cables properly
connected?
Connect the connection cables
properly.
Are the terminals and
plugs dirty?
Clean the terminals and plugs
before connecting them to the
unit.
Is the driver software
properly set?
Set the driver software properly.
(p. 105 )
Sound is
distorted.
Is the
[MASTER LEVEL]
control set to the
correct position?
Adjust the [MASTER LEVEL]
control so that the orange
indicator on the master level
indicator lights at the peak level.
Is the [TRIM] control
set to the correct
position?
Adjust the [TRIM] control
so that the channel level
indicator’s orange indicator
lights at the peak level.
Is the [LINE/PHONO]
switch set to the proper
position?
Set the [LINE/PHONO] switch
to the proper position.
Sound is
interrupted
when the DJ
software is
used.
Is the buffer size
(latency) value
appropriate?
On a Windows operating
system, use the setting utility to
set an appropriate buffer size
value. (p. 91 )
On a Macintosh, set the
appropriate buffer size (latency)
value for the DJ software.
Cannot
output the
microphone
sound.
Is the [MIC ON, OFF]
selector switch set to
the correct position?
Set the [MIC ON, OFF] selector
switches to the correct position.
98
Additional information
98
Problem Check Remedy
Cannot
output the
sound of
the external
device.
Is the [PHONO/LINE,
DECK3, DECK1]
selector switch or
[DECK2, DECK4,
PHONO/LINE] selector
switch set to the
correct position?
Set the [PHONO/LINE,
DECK3, DECK1] selector
switch or [DECK2, DECK4,
PHONO/LINE] selector switch
to the correct position.
Sound is
interrupted
when the
ASIO driver
is set.
Has the ASIO
driver been set with
rekordbox running?
Set the ASIO driver before
launching rekordbox. (p. 91 )
The
indicator
flashes and
operation is
strange.
— Normal operation can be
restored by disconnecting the
AC adapter, waiting at least 1
minute, and then reconnecting
the AC adapter.
If the same symptom persists,
disconnect the AC adapter, and
then make a request for repairs.
Operation of
rekordbox
dj becomes
unstable.
Are you using the
latest version of the
software?
Free updates of rekordbox
can be downloaded from the
website. Use the most recent
version. (p. 8 )
Are you using software
other than rekordbox at
the same time?
Quit other applications to
decrease the load on the PC/
Mac.
If operation continues to be
unstable, try disabling the
wireless network or other
wireless connections, antivirus
software, the screen saver, the
low power mode, etc. (p. 6 )
99
Additional information
99
Problem Check Remedy
Operation of
rekordbox
dj becomes
unstable.
Other USB devices are
connected to the PC/
Mac.
Disconnect the other USB
devices from the PC/Mac.
If another USB audio device is
connected to the PC/Mac at the
same time, it may not operate or
be recognized normally.
Are you using a USB
hub?
A USB hub cannot be used.
Connect the PC/Mac and this
unit directly using the included
USB cable.
Is there a problem with
the USB port to which
this unit is connected?
If your PC/Mac has multiple
USB ports, try connecting this
unit to a different USB port.
Is this unit connected
to a notebook PC/Mac
running on battery?
Supply power to the notebook
PC/Mac from a power outlet.
(Depending on the notebook
PC/Mac’s settings, the low
power mode may be set when
the PC/Mac is running on
battery, automatically reducing
the performance of the PC/Mac
itself.) (p. 6 )
Is the USB buffer size
too small?
Raise the USB buffer size.
(p. 91 )
The INFO
screen and
ARTWORK
screen
are not
displayed
on the jog
dial display
section.
Is the utility mode
setting correct?
In utility mode, check that the
unit is not set to be forcefully
operated as a general MIDI
controller. (p. 83 )
100
Additional information
100
Problem Check Remedy
The fader
start
function
does not
work.
Is a cue set? Set a cue. (p. 62 )
Is the fader start setting
incorrect?
To enable the fader start
setting, select the [Mixer] tab of
[Preferences] > [Controller]
in rekordbox and then select
the [Fader Start] check box.
(p. 84 )
Only one
track deck
is display on
the screen.
The platter
is not
displayed
on the track
deck.
Is rekordbox set to
[EXPORT] mode?
Click the area indicated by
[EXPORT] at the upper left of
the screen, and then select
[PERFORMANCE].
The sound
of the
sampler
deck
cannot be
monitored
with
headphones.
Is the position of the
[SAMPLER LEVEL]
control fully turned
counterclockwise?
Set the [SAMPLER LEVEL]
control to an appropriate
position.
101
Additional information
101
Liquid crystal display
! The LCD display is manufactured using extremely high precision
technology, but even so defective pixels (small number of black
dots or constantly lit red, blue, and green dots) may be visible on
some parts of the screen. Also, color unevenness and brightness
unevenness may be visible depending on the angle of view. These
phenomena are due to the characteristics of LCD displays and are
not an indication of a failure.
! When this unit is used in cold places, the liquid crystal display
may be dark for a while after this unit 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.
Signal flow
㻯㻴㻝㻙㻞㻌㻯㼛㼙㼙㼛㼚
㼤㻴㻯㻌㻾㻱㼀㻱㻹㻌㻸㻱㼂㻱㻸㻌㻌㻶㼡㼐㼓㼑㻌㼒㼞㼛㼙㻌㼠㼔㼑㻌㼟㼠㼍㼠㼑
㻯㻴㼤㻌㻵㼚㼜㼡㼠㻌㻿㼃
㼗㼏㼑㻰
㼀㻾㻵㻹
㻯㻴㻌㻲㻭㻰㻱㻾 㻯㻾㻻㻿㻿㻌㻲㻭㻰㻱㻾
㻿㼃
㻳㼍㼕㼚
㻱㻽 㻦㻴㻵㻳㻴㻯㼁㻱
㻭㼐㼖㼡㼟㼠
㻦㻹㻵㻰 㻹㼛㼚㼕㼠㼛㼞
㻸㼕㼚㼑㻛㻼㼔㼛㼚㼛
㻦㻸㻻㼃 㻯㻴㼤
㻰㻶
㻲㼕㼘㼠㼑㼞
㻶㼡㼐㼓㼑㻌㼒㼞㼛㼙㻌㼠㼔㼑㻌㻿㼠㼍㼠㼑㻌
㻳㼍㼕㼚㻌㻿㼑㼠㼠㼕㼚㼓
㻹㻭㻿㼀㻱㻾㻌㻸㻱㼂㻱㻸
㻯㼁㻱
㻹㻭㻿㼀㻱㻾
㻹㼛㼚㼕㼠㼛㼞 㻭㼀㼀㻚
㻹㻭㻿㼀㻱㻾
㻸㼕㼚㼑㻛㻼㼛㼞㼠㼍㼎㼘㼑
㻸㼛㼣㻌㻯㼡㼠㻌㻲㼕㼘㼠㼑㼞㻌㻻㻺㻛㻻㻲㻲
㼀㻾㻵㻹
㻸㻱㼂㻱㻸㻌㻹㻱㼀㻱㻾㻌㻹㻭㻿㼀㻱㻾
㻳㼍㼕㼚
㻯㻸㻵㻼㻌㻹㻭㻿㼀㻱㻾
㼠㼟㼡㼖㼐㻭㻞㽢㻹㻵㻾㼀
㻸㼛㼣㻯㼡㼠
㻹㼛㼚㼛 㻲㻵㻸㼀㻱㻾 㻹㻵㻯㻌㻱㻽
㻹㻵㻯㻌㻻㻺㻛㻻㻲㻲
㻮㻻㻻㼀㻴
㻭㼀㼀㻚
㻹㻵㻯㻌㼠㼛㻌㻮㼛㼛㼠㼔㻌㻻㻺㻛㻻㻲㻲
㻳㼍㼕㼚 㻮㻻㻻㼀㻴㻌㻸㻱㼂㻱㻸
㻭㼐㼖㼡㼟㼠
㻳㼍㼕㼚㻌㻿㼑㼠㼠㼕㼚㼓
㻱㼒㼒㼑㼏㼠㻛㻸㼛㼣㻌㻸㼍㼠㼑㼚㼏㼥
㻴㻱㻭㻰㻼㻴㻻㻺㻱
㻴㻱㻭㻰㻼㻴㻻㻺㻱
㻹㻵㼄㻵㻺㻳㻴㻱㻭㻰㻼㻴㻻㻺㻱㻌㻸㻱㼂㻱㻸
㻯㼁㻱㻌㻻㻺㻛㻻㻲㻲
㻹㻭㻿㼀㻱㻾㻌㻻㼁㼀
㻴㻱㻭㻰㻼㻴㻻㻺㻱㻌㻻㼁㼀
㻯㼁㻱㻌㻹㻭㻿㼀㻱㻾
㻹㻵㻯㻞㻔㼙㼛㼚㼛㻦㻾㼏㼔㻕
㻗
㻼㻴㻻㻺㻻
㻸㻵㻺㻱
㻯㼁㻱㻌㻯㻴㼤
㻯㼁㻱㻌㻹㻭㻿㼀㻱㻾
㻯㼁㻱㻌㻯㻴㼤
㼁㻿㻮䠖㻿㻱㻺㻰㻌㻹㻵㻯
㼁㻿㻮䠖㻯㼁㻱㻌㻯㻴㼤
㼁㻿㻮㻌䠖㻹㻭㻿㼀㻱㻾㻻㼁㼀
㻹㻵㻯㻝㻔㼙㼛㼚㼛㻦㻸㼏㼔㻕
㼁㻿㻮䠖㻿㻱㻺㻰㻌㻯㻴㼤
㻭㼁㼄
㻮㻻㻻㼀㻴㻌㻻㼁㼀
㼁㻿㻮䠖㻮㻻㻻㼀㻴㻌㻻㼁㼀
㻗
㻗
㻗
㻯㻴㼤㻌㻻㼁㼀
㻯㻴㼤㻌㻻㼁㼀
㻯㻴㼤㻌㻻㼁㼀
㻗
㻸㼕㼚㼑㻛㻼㼔㼛㼚㼛
㻶㼡㼐㼓㼑㻌㼒㼞㼛㼙㻌㼠㼔㼑㻌㻿㼠㼍㼠㼑㻌
㻶㼡㼐㼓㼑㻌㼒㼞㼛㼙㻌㼠㼔㼑㻌㻿㼠㼍㼠㼑㻌
㻶㼡㼐㼓㼑㻌㼒㼞㼛㼙㻌㼠㼔㼑㻌㻿㼠㼍㼠㼑㻌
㻶㼡㼐㼓㼑㻌㼒㼞㼛㼙㻌㼠㼔㼑㻌㻿㼠㼍㼠㼑㻌
102
Additional information
102
Specifications
AC adapter
Power source ....................................AC 100 V to 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Rated current ..............................................................................0.6 A
Rated output ...................................................................DC 12 V, 2 A
General – Main Unit
Power consumption ..............................................DC 12 V, 1 400 mA
Main unit weight .........................................................................4.7 kg
Max. external dimensions
......................632 mm (width) x 69.7 mm (height) x 334.5 mm (depth)
Tolerable operating temperature ................................ +5 °C to +35 °C
Tolerable operating humidity ...............5 % to 85 % (no condensation)
Audio Section
Sampling rate ........................................................................ 44.1 kHz
A/D, D/A converter ..................................................................... 24-bit
Frequency characteristic
USB, LINE, MIC 1, MIC 2........................................ 20 Hz to 20 kHz
S/N ratio (rated output, A-WEIGHTED)
USB ......................................................................................111 dB
LINE ........................................................................................94 dB
PHONO ...................................................................................80 dB
AUX (0 dB) .............................................................................94 dB
AUX (12 dB) ...........................................................................94 dB
MIC 1 ......................................................................................77 dB
MIC 2 ......................................................................................77 dB
Total harmonic distortion (20 Hz to 20 kHzBW)
USB .................................................................................... 0.003 %
LINE .................................................................................... 0.005 %
103
Additional information
103
Standard input level / Input impedance
LINE ..........................................................................–12 dBu/47 kW
PHONO ..................................................................... –52 dBu/47 kW
AUX (0 dB) ...............................................................–12 dBu/47 kW
AUX (12 dB) .............................................................–24 dBu/47 kW
MIC 1 ..........................................................................–57 dBu/3 kW
MIC 2 ..........................................................................–57 dBu/3 kW
Standard output level / Load impedance / Output impedance
MASTER 1 ............................................+6 dBu/10 kW/410 W or less
MASTER 2 .............................................. +2 dBu/10 kW/1 kW or less
BOOTH .................................................+6 dBu/10 kW/820 W or less
PHONES .................................................. +8 dBu/32 W/10 W or less
Rated output level / Load impedance
MASTER 1 ..................................................................25 dBu/10 kW
MASTER 2 ..................................................................21 dBu/10 kW
BOOTH .......................................................................25 dBu/10 kW
Crosstalk
LINE ........................................................................................82 dB
Channel equalizer characteristic
HI ..............................................................–26 dB to +6 dB (20 kHz)
MID .............................................................–26 dB to +6 dB (1 kHz)
LOW .......................................................... –26 dB to +6 dB (20 Hz)
Microphone equalizer characteristic
HI ............................................................–12 dB to +12 dB (10 kHz)
LOW ...................................................... –12 dB to +12 dB (100 Hz)
Input / Output terminals
LINE/PHONO input terminals
RCA pin jacks .........................................................................2 sets
AUX input terminal
RCA pin jacks .......................................................................... 1 set
MIC input terminals
XLR connector & 1/4” TRS jack ................................................ 1 set
1/4” TRS jack ........................................................................... 1 set
104
Additional information
104
MASTER 1 output terminal
XLR connector ......................................................................... 1 set
MASTER 2 output terminal
RCA pin jacks .......................................................................... 1 set
BOOTH output terminal
1/4” TRS jack ........................................................................... 1 set
PHONES output terminal
1/4” stereo jack ........................................................................ 1 set
3.5 mm stereo mini jack ........................................................... 1 set
USB terminals
B type ....................................................................................... 1 set
The specifications and design of this product are subject to change
without notice.
Using this unit as a controller for other DJ software
This unit also outputs the operation information of buttons and
controls in universal MIDI format. When this unit is connected by
USB cable to a PC/Mac on which MIDI-compatible DJ software is
installed, the DJ software can be operated from the unit. The sound
of the music file that is playing on the PC/Mac can be output from this
unit.
Set the DJ software’s audio and MIDI related settings. (p. 83 )
! For details, see your DJ software’s operating instructions.
MIDI messages
For details on the MIDI messages on this unit, see “List of MIDI
Messages”.
! “List of MIDI Messages” can be acquired from the following
Pioneer DJ site.
pioneerdj.com/
105
Additional information
105
Driver software
This driver software is an exclusive driver for outputting audio from a
PC/Mac.
! First read the Software end user license agreement on page 110
carefully.
Operating environment
Supported operating systems
Mac:
macOS Mojave 10.14
macOS High Sierra 10.13
macOS Sierra 10.12
(latest update)
Windows:
Windows
10
Windows
8.1
Windows
7
32-bit version or 64-bit version
(latest service pack)
Checking the latest information on the driver software
For the latest information on the dedicated driver software for this
unit, see the following Pioneer DJ support site.
! pioneerdj.com/
106
Additional information
106
Obtaining the driver software
1 Launch a web browser on the PC/Mac and access the Pioneer
DJ site below.
pioneerdj.com/
2 Click [Support].
3 Click [Software & firmware updates].
4 Click [DDJ-800] in the [DJ CONTROLLER] category.
5 After clicking [Drivers], download the latest driver software
from the download page.
Download the driver software for either Mac or Windows from the download
page.
Installation (for Mac)
Do not connect this unit and the Mac until installation is completed.
! If any other programs are running on the Mac, quit all of them.
1 Unzip the driver software for Mac (DDJ800MXXXdmg.zip)
downloaded in Obtaining the driver software.
2 Double-click [DDJ-800_M_X.X.X.dmg].
3 Double-click [DDJ-800AudioDriver.pkg].
The driver software installation screen appears.
4 Check the details on the screen and click [Continue Anyway].
5 When the end user license agreement appears, read the
Software end user license agreement carefully, and then click
[Continue Anyway].
6 If you consent to the provisions of the Software end user
license agreement, click [Agree].
If you do not consent to the provisions of the Software end user license
agreement, click [Disagree] and stop installation.
107
Additional information
107
7 Complete the installation by following the instructions on the
screen.
Precautions when installing the driver software in macOS
Mojave 10.14 or macOS High Sierra 10.13
A new security function has been added to macOS Mojave 10.14 and
macOS High Sierra 10.13.
When installing Pioneer DJ’s driver software in macOS Mojave 10.14
or macOS High Sierra 10.13, you need to perform the following
procedure to enable the driver software.
This procedure is necessary when newly installing the driver
software in macOS Mojave 10.14 or macOS High Sierra 10.13.
It is not necessary if the driver software was installed in macOS
or OS X before updating to macOS Mojave 10.14 or macOS High
Sierra 10.13.
1 Install Pioneer DJ’s driver software in macOS Mojave 10.14 or
macOS High Sierra 10.13.
The following dialog box will appear during driver software installation.
2 Click [Open Security Preferences].
The [Security & Privacy] dialog box is displayed.
108
Additional information
108
3 Check that [System software from developer “Pioneer DJ
Corporation” was blocked from loading.] appears at the bottom
of the screen.
This message will be displayed for 30 minutes after you start the installation
of the driver software.
If it is not displayed, reinstall the driver software.
4 Click [Allow] at the bottom right of the screen.
5 When this unit is connected to a Mac, disconnect the USB
cable and then reconnect it again.
109
Additional information
109
Installation procedure (Windows)
Do not connect this unit and the PC until installation is completed.
! Log on as the user which was set as the PC’s administrator before
installation.
! If any other programs are running on the PC, quit all of them.
1 Unzip the driver software for Windows (DDJ800XXXexe.zip)
downloaded in Obtaining the driver software.
2 Double-click [DDJ-800_X.XXX.exe].
The driver software installation screen appears.
3 Carefully read the Software end user license agreement and
if you consent to the provisions, put a check mark in [I agree.]
and click [OK].
If you do not consent to the provisions of the Software end user license
agreement, click [Cancel] and stop installation.
4 Complete the installation by following the instructions on the
screen.
If [Windows Security] appears on the screen while the installation is
in progress, click [Install this driver software anyway] to continue the
installation.
When the installation is completed, a completion message appears.
110
Additional information
110
Software end user license agreement
This Software End User License Agreement (“Agreement”) is
between you (both the individual installing the Program and any
single legal entity for which the individual is acting) (“You” or “Your”)
and Pioneer DJ Corporation (“Pioneer DJ”).
TAKING ANY STEP TO SET UP OR INSTALL THE PROGRAM
MEANS THAT YOU ACCEPT ALL OF THE TERMS OF THIS
LICENSE AGREEMENT. PERMISSION TO DOWNLOAD AND/
OR USE THE PROGRAM IS EXPRESSLY CONDITIONED ON
YOUR FOLLOWING THESE TERMS. WRITTEN OR ELECTRONIC
APPROVAL IS NOT REQUIRED TO MAKE THIS AGREEMENT
VALID AND ENFORCEABLE. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO
ALL OF THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT, YOU ARE NOT
AUTHORIZED TO USE THE PROGRAM AND MUST STOP
INSTALLING IT OR UNINSTALL IT, AS APPLICABLE.
1 DEFINITIONS
1
“Documentation” means written documentation, specications and help
content made generally available by Pioneer DJ to aid in installing and
using the Program.
2
“Program” means all or any part of Pioneer DJ’s software licensed to You
by Pioneer DJ under this Agreement.
2 PROGRAM LICENSE
1
Limited License. Subject to this Agreement’s restrictions, Pioneer DJ
grants to You a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, license (without
the right to sublicense):
a To install a single copy of the Program in Your computer or
mobile device, to use the Program only for Your personal
purpose complying with this Agreement and the Documentation
(“Authorized Use”);
b To use the Documentation in support of Your Authorized Use;
and
111
Additional information
111
c To make one copy of the Program solely for backup purposes,
provided that all titles and trademark, copyright and restricted
rights notices are reproduced on the copy.
2
Restrictions. You will not copy or use the Program or Documentation
except as expressly permitted by this Agreement. You will not transfer,
sublicense, rent, lease or lend the Program, or use it for third-party
training, commercial time-sharing or service bureau use. You will not
Yourself or through any third party modify, reverse engineer, disassemble
or decompile the Program, except to the extent expressly permitted by
applicable law, and then only after You have notied Pioneer DJ in writing
of Your intended activities.
3
Ownership. Pioneer DJ or its licensor retains all right, title and interest in
and to all patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret and other intellectual
property rights in the Program and Documentation, and any derivative
works thereof. You do not acquire any other rights, express or implied,
beyond the limited license set forth in this Agreement.
4
No Support. Pioneer DJ has no obligation to provide support,
maintenance, upgrades, modications or new releases for the Program or
Documentation under this Agreement.
3 WARRANTY DISCLAIMER
THE PROGRAM AND DOCUMENTATION ARE PROVIDED “AS IS”
WITHOUT ANY REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, AND YOU
AGREE TO USE THEM AT YOUR SOLE RISK. TO THE FULLEST
EXTENT PERMISSIBLE BY LAW, PIONEER DJ EXPRESSLY
DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND WITH RESPECT TO THE
PROGRAM AND DOCUMENTATION, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED,
STATUTORY, OR ARISING OUT OF COURSE OF PERFORMANCE,
COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE, INCLUDING ANY
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, SATISFACTORY QUALITY, ACCURACY, TITLE OR
NON-INFRINGEMENT.
4 EXPORT CONTROL AND COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS AND
REGULATIONS
You may not use or otherwise export or re-export the Program except as
authorized by United States law and the laws of the jurisdiction in which
the Program was obtained. In particular, but without limitation, the Program
112
Additional information
112
may not be exported or re-exported (a) into any U.S.-embargoed countries
or (b) to anyone on the U.S. Treasury Department’s Specially Designated
Nationals List or the U.S. Department of Commerce Denied Persons List
or Entity List. By using the Program, you represent and warrant that you
are not located in any such country or on any such list. You also agree that
you will not use the Program for any purposes prohibited by United States
law, including, without limitation, the development, design, manufacture, or
production of nuclear, missile, or chemical or biological weapons.
5 U.S. GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS
The Program and Documentations are “commercial computer software”
and “commercial computer software documentation” as those terms are
defined in 48 C.F.R. §252.227-7014 (a) (1) (2007) and 252.227-7014 (a)
(5) (2007). The U.S. Government’s rights with respect to the Program and
Documentations are limited by this license pursuant to 48 C.F.R. §12.212
(Computer software) (1995) and 48 C.F.R. §12.211 (Technical data) (1995)
and/or 48 C.F.R. §227.7202-3, as applicable. As such, the Program and
Documentations are being licensed to the U.S. Government end users:
(a) only as “commercial items” as that term is defined in 48 C.F.R. §2.101
generally and as incorporated in DFAR 212.102; and (b) with only those
limited rights as are granted to the public pursuant to this license. Under
no circumstance will the U.S. Government or its end users be granted any
greater rights than we grant to other users, as provided for in this license.
Manufacturer is Pioneer DJ Corporation, 6F, Yokohama i-Mark Place, 4-4-5
Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa, 220-0012 Japan
6 DAMAGES AND REMEDIES FOR BREACH
You agree that any breach of this Agreement’s restrictions would cause
Pioneer DJ irreparable harm for which money damages alone would be
inadequate. In addition to damages and any other remedies to which Pioneer
DJ may be entitled, You agree that Pioneer DJ may seek injunctive relief to
prevent the actual, threatened or continued breach of this Agreement.
7 TERMINATION
Pioneer DJ may terminate this Agreement at any time upon Your breach
of any provision. If this Agreement is terminated, You will stop using the
Program, permanently delete it from your computer or mobile device where
it resides, and destroy all copies of the Program and Documentation in
Your possession, confirming to Pioneer DJ in writing that You have done
113
Additional information
113
so. Sections 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 will continue in effect after this
Agreement’s termination.
8 GENERAL TERMS
1
Limitation of Liability. In no event will Pioneer DJ or its subsidiaries be
liable in connection with this Agreement or its subject matter, under
any theory of liability, for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential
or punitive damages, or damages for lost prots, revenue, business,
savings, data, use, or cost of substitute procurement, even if advised of
the possibility of such damages or if such damages are foreseeable. In
no event will Pioneer DJ’s liability for all damages exceed the amounts
actually paid by You to Pioneer DJ or its subsidiaries for the Program.
The parties acknowledge that the liability limits and risk allocation in this
Agreement are reected in the Program price and are essential elements
of the bargain between the parties, without which Pioneer DJ would not
have provided the Program or entered into this Agreement.
2
The limitations or exclusions of warranties and liability contained in this
Agreement do not affect or prejudice Your statutory rights as consumer
and shall apply to You only to the extent such limitations or exclusions are
permitted under the laws of the jurisdiction where You are located.
3
Severability and Waiver. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be
illegal, invalid or otherwise unenforceable, that provision will be enforced
to the extent possible or, if incapable of enforcement, deemed to be
severed and deleted from this Agreement, and the remainder will continue
in full force and effect. The waiver by either party of any default or breach
of this Agreement will not waive any other or subsequent default or
breach.
4
No Assignment. You may not assign, sell, transfer, delegate or otherwise
dispose of this Agreement or any rights or obligations under it, whether
voluntarily or involuntarily, by operation of law or otherwise, without
Pioneer DJ’s prior written consent. Any purported assignment, transfer
or delegation by You will be null and void. Subject to the foregoing, this
Agreement will be binding upon and will inure to the benet of the parties
and their respective successors and assigns.
5
Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement
between the parties and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous
agreements or representations, whether written or oral, concerning
114
Additional information
114
its subject matter. This Agreement may not be modied or amended
without Pioneer DJ’s prior and express written consent, and no other
act, document, usage or custom will be deemed to amend or modify this
Agreement.
6
You agree that this Agreement shall be governed and construed by and
under the laws of Japan.
Trademarks and registered trademarks
! Pioneer DJ is a trademark of PIONEER CORPORATION and is
used under license.
! rekordbox is a registered trademark of Pioneer DJ Corporation.
! Mac, macOS, OS X, and Finder are trademarks of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries.
! Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the
U.S. and other countries.
! Intel and Intel Core are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation
in the U.S. and other countries.
! ASIO is a trademark of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.
The names of companies and products mentioned herein are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
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 broadcasting), streaming on the Internet, Intranet (corporate
networks) or other types of networks or distributing of electronic
information (online digital music distribution services). You need to
acquire the corresponding licenses for such uses. For details, see
http://www.mp3licensing.com.
115
Additional information
115
Cautions on copyrights
rekordbox restricts playback and duplication of copyright-protected
music contents.
! When coded data, etc., for protecting the copyright is embedded in
the music contents, it may not be possible to operate the program
normally.
! When rekordbox detects that coded data, etc., for protecting
the copyright is embedded in the music contents, processing
(playback, reading, etc.) may stop.
Recordings you have made are for your personal enjoyment and
according to copyright laws may not be used without the consent of
the copyright holder.
! Music recorded from CDs, etc., is protected by the copyright laws
of individual countries and by international treaties. It is the full
responsibility of the person who has recorded the music to ensure
that it is used legally.
! 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.
© 2019 Pioneer DJ Corporation. All rights reserved.
<DRI1577-A>
