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DJ Contr oller DDJ-SX2 Operating Instructions (Quick Star t Guide) http://pioneerdj.com/support/ The Pi oneer DJ support site shown above offers FA Qs, information on so ft ware and various other types of information and se rv ices to allow you to use your product in greater comfort. http://serato.com/ Fo r the latest version of the Serato DJ so ft[...]
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En 2 The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (ser vicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated[...]
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En 3 CAUTION The ST ANDBY/ON switch on this unit will not completely shut off all power from the AC outlet. Since the power cord se rv es as the main disconnect device for the unit, you will need to unplug it from the AC outlet to shut down all power . Therefore, make sure the unit has been installed so that the power cord can be easily unplugged f[...]
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En 4 The Safety of Y our Ears is in Y our Hands Get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level – a level that lets the sound come through clearly without annoying blaring or distortion and, most importantly , without affecting your sensitive hearing. Sound can be deceiving. Over time, your hearing “comfort level” adapts to h[...]
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En 5 Before start Before start How to read this manual ! Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Be sure to read both this leaflet and the operating instructions! Both documents include important information that you must understand before using this product. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for fut[...]
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En 6 Others USB port A USB 2.0 port is required to connect the computer with this unit. Display resolution Resolution of 1 280 x 720 or greater Internet connection An Internet connection is required for registering the “Serato.com” user account and downloading the software. ! For information on the latest system requirements, compatibility, and[...]
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En 7 Before start 6 Click [Close] to quit the Serato DJ installer. Installation procedure (Mac OS X) Do not connect this unit and the computer until installation is completed. ! If any other programs are running on the computer, quit them. 1 Unzip the downloaded Serato DJ software file. 2 Double-click the unzipped software file to launch the in[...]
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En 8 Part names and functions For further details on each unit, refer to the Operating Instructions and the Serato DJ software manual. ! For instructions on obtaining the Operating Instructions and the Serato DJ software manual, see Acquiring the manual on page 5 . CUE LOOP SA VED LOOP SLICER LOOP VELOCITY SAMPLER SL OT SAVE START FLIP REC LOO P ON[...]
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En 9 Part names and functions 8 LOOP 2X button Doubles the loop playback length. [ SHIFT ] + press: During loop playback, moves the loop to the right by the amount equal to its length. (Loop Shift) 9 LOOP IN button Loop In Point is set. [ SHIFT ] + press: The loop slot switches. Press for over 1 second: Turns the auto 4-beat loop on. a LOOP OUT but[...]
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En 10 Mixer section INST . DO UBLES INST . DO UBLES INST. DO UBLES INST . DO UBLES c d 4 4 e g f h b 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 5 3 9 7 4 6 a 5 5 5 3 9 4 6 a 8 7 8 1 FX 1 assign button Turns the effect unit FX1 on/off. 2 FX 2 assign button Turns the effect unit FX2 on/off. 3 TRIM control Adjusts the output size. 4 EQ (HI, MID, LOW) controls Boosts or cuts fre[...]
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En 11 Part names and functions Rear panel 4 5 6 2 1 3 7 6 5 8 a b c d 9 1 MASTER OUT 1 terminals Connect powered speakers, etc., here. 2 MASTER OUT 2 terminals Connect to a power amplifier, etc. 3 BOOTH OUT terminals Output terminals for a booth monitor, compatible with balanced or unbalanced output for a TRS connector. 4 MIC2 terminal Connects a m[...]
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En 12 Operation ! Wait until all connections between devices have been completed before connecting the AC adapter. Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the AC adapter from the power outlet before making or changing connections between devices. Refer to the operating instructions for the component to be connected. ! Only use the AC adapter inclu[...]
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En 13 Operation Starting the system Launching Serato DJ This manual consists mainly of explanations of functions of this unit as hardware. For detailed instructions on operating the Serato DJ software, see the Serato DJ software manual. For Windows 7 From the Windows [ Start ] menu, click the [ Serato DJ ] icon under [ All Programs ] > [ Serato [...]
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En 14 Importing tracks The following describes the typical procedure for importing tracks. ! There are various ways to import tracks with the Serato DJ software. For details, see the Serato DJ software manual. ! If you are already using Serato DJ software (Scratch Live, ITCH or Serato DJ Intro) and have already created track libraries, the track li[...]
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En 15 Operation 8 Channel fader 9 Crossfader Assign Switch a MASTER LEVEL control b BOOTH MONITOR LEVEL control c HEADPHONES MIX control d MASTER CUE button e Crossfader f HEADPHONES LEVEL control g INPUT SELECT switch h CROSS FADER CURVE selector switch 1 Set the positions of the controls, etc., as shown below. Names of controls, etc. Position MAS[...]
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En 16 Power Turn OFF the system before installing this or any other hardware device. Overloading Avoid connecting too many devices to a single wall socket or power source as this can cause fires or short circuits. Object & Liquid Entry Never push inappropriate objects in to the device. Avoid spilling any liquids in to or on the outside of the d[...]
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En 17 Additional information Additional information Changing the settings ! This unit allows you to adjust the sensitivity of the jog dial and restrict operation of the [ NEEDLE SEARCH ] pad. For details on how to change settings on this unit, see the “Changing the settings” section in the Operating Instructions, which can be downloaded from th[...]
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19 En 19 UCP0212 PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA) IN C. LIMITED W ARRANTY W ARRANTY V ALID ONL Y IN THE U. S. A. AND CANADA W ARRANTY Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. (PUSA) w arrants that products distributed by PUSA in the U.S.A. and Canada that fail to functi o n properly under normal use due to a manufacturing defect when installed and operated accordin[...]
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<DRH1270-A> <502-DJSXM2A-3416> Printed in China To register your product, find the nearest authorized se rv ice location, to purchase replacement parts, operating instructions, or accessories, please go to one of following URLs : P our enregistrer votre produit, trouver le se rv ice après-vente agréé le plus proche et pour acheter de[...]