DJ MIXER DJM-S9 http://pioneerdj.com/support/ The Pioneer DJ site shown above offers FAQs, information on software, and various other types of information and services to allow you to use your product in greater comfort. http://serato.com/ For the latest version of the Serato DJ software, access Serato.com and download the software from there.
Contents Before start Features........................................................................................................ 3 What’s in the box......................................................................................... 3 Installing the software................................................................................. 3 Part names and functions Browser section........................................................................................... 6 Deck section............
How to read this manual ! ! ! ! Thank you for buying this Pioneer DJ product. Be sure to read this manual and the “Operating Instructions (Quick Start Guide)” included with the unit. Both documents include important information that you should understand before using this product. In this manual, names of screens and menus displayed on the product and on the computer screen, as well as names of buttons and terminals, etc., are indicated within brackets. (e.g.
Obtaining the driver software 1 Launch a web browser on the computer and access the Pioneer DJ site below. ! http://www.pioneerdj.com/ ! To switch the screen to Japanese display, scroll the screen to the bottom, click the [EN] indication at the bottom right of the screen and then select [JA]. ! 2 Click the [Support] icon. 3 After clicking [Software & firmware updates], click DJM-S9 in the [MIXER] category. 4 After clicking [Drivers], download the latest driver software from the download page.
Before start 6 If the following screen appears, drag and drop the [Serato DJ] icon on the [Applications] folder icon. The message of successful installation appears once installation is completed. 6 Click [Close] to quit the Serato DJ installer. Downloading the Serato DJ software manual 1 Launch a web browser on the computer and access the Serato DJ site below. Installation procedure (Mac OS X) Do not connect this unit and the computer until installation is completed.
Part names and functions 1 3 1 Deck section 1 2 2 2 3 4 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 3 a 1 4BEAT LOOP button Turns the auto 4-beat loop on. 1 Browser section [SHIFT] + press: Switches looping between active and non-active. (Loop Active) 2 Deck section 3 Mixer section 2 LOOP 1/2X button Halves the loop playback length. 4 Effect section [SHIFT] + press: Sets a loop in point. Browser section 3 LOOP 2X button Doubles the loop playback length.
[SHIFT] + press: Sets the cue loop mode. — [USB-B DECK4]: Select this to use the track loaded in DECK4 of the Serato DJ software on the computer connected to the [USB-B] terminal. 3 TRIM control Sets the slicer mode. Adjusts the level of the sound input to each channel. 4 ISO control [SHIFT] + press: Sets the slicer loop mode. Boosts or cuts frequencies. 5 Channel Level Indicator Displays the sound level of the respective channels before passing through the channel faders.
f HEADPHONES LEVEL control 4 BEAT button Adjusts the audio level output from the [PHONES] jack. Set the beat fraction for synchronizing the effect sound. g HEADPHONES MIX control Adjusts the balance of the monitor volume between the sound of the channels selected for headphone CUE fader and the sound of the master channel. 5 LEVEL/DEPTH control Adjusts the quantitative parameter of the effect. h SAMPLER VOLUME control 6 SAMPLER FX ON button Adjusts the Serato DJ sampler deck’s overall sound level.
— [0 dB]: The level of the sound output from [MASTER 1] and [MASTER 2] terminals is output without change. — [–6 dB]: The level of the sound output from the [MASTER 1] and [MASTER 2] terminals is decreased by half. — [–12 dB]: The level of the sound output from the [MASTER 1] and [MASTER 2] terminals is decreased by quarter. The output signal level of DJM-S9 may be too high for some devices connected to [MASTER 1] or [MASTER 2] terminal.
9 AUX LEVEL control Adjusts the level of the sound input to the AUX channel. a CROSS FADER FEELING ADJUST control This can be used to adjust the crossfader’s operating load. b CROSS FADER REVERSE switch Turns the crossfader reverse function on and off. c CH FADER CURVE adjustment control Adjusts the curve characteristics of the corresponding channel fader. d CH FADER REVERSE switch Turns on and off the reverse function of the corresponding channel fader.
Connections Connect the power cord after all the connections between devices have been completed. Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the power outlet whenever making or changing connections. Refer to the operating instructions for the component to be connected. Be sure to use the included power cord. Connect this unit and the computer directly using a USB cable. Be sure to use the USB cable included with this product or the one that conforms to USB 2.0. A USB hub cannot be used.
Connecting output terminals Rear panel front panel R To power outlet L Power amplifier 1 Power amplifier 1 2 Power amplifier (for booth monitor) Headphones 1 Be sure to use the [MASTER 1] terminals only for a balanced output. Connection with an unbalanced input (such as RCA) using an XLR to RCA converter cable (or converter adapter), etc., may lower the sound quality and/or result in noise. For connection with an unbalanced input (such as RCA), use the [MASTER 2] terminals.
Basic Operation Starting the system 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. = Downloading the Serato DJ software manual (p.5) For Windows 7 From the Windows [Start] menu, click the [Serato DJ] icon under [All Programs] > [Serato] > [Serato DJ]. Basic Operation Launching Serato DJ For Windows 8.1 From [Apps view], click the [Serato DJ] icon.
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. = Downloading the Serato DJ software manual (p.5) ! If you are already using Serato DJ software (Scratch Live, ITCH or Serato DJ Intro) and have already created track libraries, the track libraries you have previously created can be used as such.
8 Channel fader Quitting the system 9 MASTER LEVEL control a BOOTH MONITOR LEVEL control 1 Quit Serato DJ. b HEADPHONES MIX control When the software is closed, a message for confirming that you want to close it appears on the computer’s screen. Click [Yes] to close. c Crossfader e INPUT SELECT switch 3 Disconnect the USB cable from your computer. Basic Operation d HEADPHONES LEVEL control 2 Press the [STANDBY/ON] switch on this unit’s rear panel to set this unit’s power to standby.
Advanced Operation The descriptions from this point on are for functions not described in the Serato DJ software manual that are specifically for when this unit and Serato DJ are used in combination. Using the performance pads These functions are switched using the respective pad mode buttons (the [HOT CUE] mode button, [ROLL] mode button, [SLICER] mode button and [SAMPLER] mode button).
2 Press the [SAMPLER] mode button. Domain Switches to the sampler mode. 3 Press the [PARAMETERc] or [PARAMETERd] button. Switch the sampler (SP-6) bank. The sampler has four banks, A, B, C and D, and each bank has six slots. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Sliced sections 1 to 8 7 8 4 Operating the mouse on the computer’s screen, drag and drop tracks to load them into the [SP-6] panel’s slots. The sampler settings and loaded tracks are saved. 5 Press a performance pad.
4 Operate the mouse to set the playing mode of the sampler slot on the computer’s screen to the trigger mode. 7 Press the same performance pad again. Loop playback is canceled. Using the saved loop With this function, loop is saved in a loop slot of Serato DJ or a saved loop is called. 1 Press the [ROLL] mode button while pressing the [SHIFT] button. The mode switches to saved loop mode. 2 During loop playback, press a performance pad. A loop is assigned to the loop slot of Serato DJ.
Using the channel fader start function 1 Set the cue. For instructions on setting a cue point, see “TemporaryCue” in the Serate DJ software’s manual. = Downloading the Serato DJ software manual (p.5) ! Cues 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 While pressing the [SHIFT] button, move the channel fader from the position nearest you towards the back.
4 Press the [BEATc, d] buttons to adjust the effect time. Using effects Serato DJ has the two effect units FX1 and FX2. The effects can be applied to CH1, CH2, SAMPLER and AUX. The following describes how to operate the effect unit by the operations on the unit. Serato DJ effects unit screen display Three effects are available per effect unit, and each effect has one adjustable parameter. 1 5 1 2 3 4 5 1 4 5 1 4 5 2 3 4 This displays the effect type. This displays the effect time.
! Using external inputs Mixer section 2 7 92 d 1 1 3 3 686 3 Turn the [MIC LEVEL] control. The level of the sound input from the [MIC] channel is adjusted. ! Pay attention that rotating to the extreme right position outputs a very loud sound. 4 Input audio signals to the microphone. Adjusting the sound quality Turn the [MIC] channels’ [EQ (HI, LOW)] controls.
Types of effects FILTER types The effect type operated with the [FILTER] control can be changed. Start the settings utility on a computer, and select the desired effect from the pulldown menu for [FILTER] on the [FX BANK] tab. = Changing the settings of this unit using the settings utility (p.33) Effect Name Descriptions [FILTER] control DUB ECHO Applies an echo effect, with the sound delayed slightly after the original sound output several times and gradually attenuated.
FLANGER A 1-cycle flanger effect is produced according to the beat fraction set with the [BEAT c, d] buttons. SHIFT+BEAT c, d button (parameter 2) LEVEL/DEPTH control (parameter 3) Sets the BACK SPIN speed. Sets the balance between the original sound and the effect sound. Short delay VINYL BRAKE Time Cycle BEAT c, d buttons (parameter 1) SHIFT+BEAT c, d button (parameter 2) Use these to set the 1/4 – 64/1 effect time with respect to the time of one beat of the BPM.
Using the FX BANK function This unit is equipped with six buttons that can be used for the internal effect selection, and the desired internal effect can be set to each button. Also, this unit is equipped with six buttons that can be used for the Serato effect selection, and the desired Serato effect can be set to each button. Set effects can be saved as FX BANK or loaded.
Using the DVS system This unit allows you to use the Serato DJ software and control disc 1 to operate digital music files using familiar analog players or DJ players. 1 A special CD and record containing the signals necessary for operating digital music files. Before controlling the Serato DJ software About input channels Names of controls, etc.
Controlling the Serato DJ software Here we explain three types of connections for different usage environments. ! When using analog players, proceed to page 26. ! When using DJ players, proceed to page 27. ! When using analog players and DJ players simultaneously, proceed to page 28. When using analog players The following describes how to use the unit by connecting analog players to the Serato DJ software’s decks from [DECK1] to [DECK4].
When using DJ players The following describes how to use the unit by connecting DJ players to the Serato DJ software’s decks from [DECK1] to [DECK4]. Audio cable Audio cable L R DJ player DJ player CONTROL CD CONTROL CD To amplifier To power outlet Using the DVS system L R Computer 1 Connect the DJ player used to control [DECK1] and [DECK3] to the [CD/LINE] terminals of [CH1], and the DJ player used to control [DECK2] and [DECK4] to the [CD/ LINE] terminals of [CH2].
When using analog players and DJ players simultaneously The following describes how to use the unit by connecting analog players to the Serato DJ software’s [DECK1] and [DECK3], and DJ players to Serato DJ software’s [DECK2] and [DECK4]. 1 Connect the analog player used to control [DECK1] and [DECK3] to the [PHONO] terminals of [CH1], and the DJ player used to control [DECK2] and [DECK4] to the [CD/LINE] terminals of [CH2]. 2 Switch the DJM-S9’s input.
Checking the control signals 1 2 Press the play button on the connected player and play track 1. Green ring appears at [CALIBRATION DECK]. Check that the innermost ring is close to a true circle. 1 [History] panel 2 [Files] panel Selecting the play mode The Serato DJ software provides three play modes that can be selected according to your intended purpose. [ABS], [REL] and [INT] can be selected on the deck unit. Here we explain the procedure with the play mode set to [ABS] as an example.
Changing the settings Replacing the bumper in the crossfader section Be sure to follow the directions for safe use of the product. Note that the part replacement of this unit should be done on your responsibility. Caution ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Turn off the power of the unit before starting the work. Never turn on the power of the unit until the work is completed. Never touch areas other than the indicated ones. Never use parts other that the supplied ones.
! Use a size 1 screwdriver to remove the screws. The use of screwdrivers other than size 1 screwdrivers may result in damage to the screws. 4 Remove the aluminum panel. ! 5 Replace the bumper. ! 1 2 ! 1 ! ! Changing the settings Replace the pre-installed fader bumper C (3 in the diagram below) with the bumper of the desired hardness. The rotary controls and fader control (small) can be attached by insertion. Attach the controls by pushing them in straight.
Changing the settings of this unit in the utilities mode Launching utilities mode About the auto standby function ! When [AUTO STANDBY] is set to [ON], the unit automatically enters the standby mode if 10 hours elapses with all of the following conditions met. — That none of this unit’s buttons or controls are operated. — That no audio signals of –10 dB or greater are input to this unit’s input terminals. ! If the [PANEL/UTILITY] button is pressed, the standby mode is canceled.
Changing the settings of this unit using the settings utility The setting utility can be used to make the checks and settings described below. — Checking the status of this unit’s [INPUT SELECT] switches — Setting the audio data output from this unit to the computer — Adjusting the buffer size (when using Windows ASIO) — Checking the version of the firmware and driver software — Changing the effect type of BEAT FX — Changing the function settings for DJM-S9 1 Click the [MIXER OUTPUT] tab.
Click the [ASIO] tab. ! ! ! If the buffer size is made large, drops in audio data (breaks in the sound) occur less easily, but the time lag due to the delay in the transfer of the audio data (latency) increases. If a check mark is placed in the check box, the fader start function is enabled. For details on the fader start function, see Using the fader start function (p.19). Adjustment of the ranges that do not output sound on both edges of the crossfader.
Additional information Troubleshooting ! ! If you think that there is something wrong with this unit, check the following items, and also access [FAQ & DJ software support information] on the Pioneer DJ support site and check [FAQ] for [DJM-S9]. http://pioneerdj.com/support/ Sometimes the problem may lie in another component. Inspect the other components and electrical appliances being used.
Block Diagram CH 1/2 Control Tone Analog PHONO CH 1/2 Cue Digital Trim FILTER (NOISE) CH 1/2 Analog CD/LINE USB A in USB B in 3Band ISOLATOR CH 1/2 BEAT 3Band FX ISOLATOR PreFILTER CH CHx 1/2 FILTER (PITCH) CH 1/2 BEAT FX PreFader CH 1/2 Post CH 1/2 Fader CH Fader CUE Monitor CH 1/2 CH 1 CH 2 BPM CH 1/2 Detect CH 1/2 Fader Curve CH 1/2 Fader Reverse Level Meter CH 1/2 CH 1/2 Common MIC to Booth Monitor On/Off MIC Booth Mono/ Stereo Talk Over Master Mono/ Stereo TalkOver ON/OFF FX Return Cr
