DJ Controller DDJ-SX http://pioneerdj.com/support/ The Pioneer DJ support 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.
Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference. In some countries or regions, the shape of the power plug and power outlet may sometimes differ from that shown in the explanatory drawings. However the method of connecting and operating the unit is the same.
WARNING This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire or shock hazard, do not place any container filled with liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or flower pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain or moisture. D3-4-2-1-3_A1_En WARNING Before plugging in for the first time, read the following section carefully. The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region.
POWER-CORD CAUTION Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by tugging the cord and never touch the power cord when your hands are wet as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Do not place the unit, a piece of furniture, etc., on the power cord, or pinch the cord. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cords. The power cords should be routed such that they are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord can cause a fire or give you an electrical shock.
Contents 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. For instructions on acquiring the operating instructions, see Acquiring the manual (p. 16). 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.
Before start What’s in the box ! ! ! ! ! CD-ROM (Installation Disc) AC adapter Power plug USB cable Read Before Use (Important)/Quick Start Guide (this document) Installing the software ! Use of the Internet requires a separate contract with a provider offering Internet services and payment of provider fees. About the installation procedure The installation procedure depends on the operating system (OS) on the computer you are using.
! 9 Click the link in the e-mail message sent from “Serato. com”. This takes you to the Serato DJ download page. Proceed to step 11. 10 Log in. Input the e-mail address and password you have registered to log in to “Serato.com”. 11 Download the Serato DJ software from the download page. Unzip the downloaded file, then double-click the unzipped file to launch the installer.
11 If the following screen appears, drag and drop the [Serato DJ] icon on the [Applications] folder icon.
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 included with this unit. Power is supplied to this unit by the AC adapter. Connect this unit and the computer directly using the included USB cable.
! ! For detailed cautions on the AC adapter, see “About the AC adapter” (p. 17). The shape of the plug differs according to the region in which the unit is sold. 6 Connect the AC adapter. To power outlet AC adapter (included) 7 Press the [STANDBY/ON] switch on this unit’s rear panel to turn this unit’s power on. Turn on the power of this unit.
Starting the system Operation Launching Serato DJ For Windows From the Windows [Start] menu, click the [Serato DJ] icon under [All Programs] > [Serato] > [Serato DJ]. For Mac OS X In Finder, open the [Application] folder, then click the [Serato DJ] icon. Computer screen directly after the Serato DJ software is launched B A A C Computer screen when a track is loaded in the Serato DJ software A B A C A Deck section The track information (the name of the loaded track, artist name, BPM, etc.
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 libraries you have previously created can be used as such. 1 Click the [Files] key on the Serato DJ software screen to open the [Files] panel.
2 Press the rotary selector, move the cursor to the library on the computer’s screen, then turn the rotary selector and select the track. Operation a b a b Library Crates panel 3 Press the [LOAD] button to load the selected track onto the deck. Playing tracks and outputting the sound The following describes the procedure for outputting the channel 1 sound as an example. ! Set the volume of the devices (power amplifier, powered speakers, etc.
2 Press the [f] button to play the track. Names of Parts 3 Move the channel fader away from you. 4 Turn the [TRIM] control. Adjust [TRIM] so that the orange indicator on the channel level indicator lights at the peak level. 5 Turn the [MASTER LEVEL] control to adjust the audio level of the speakers. Adjust the sound level output from the [MASTER OUT 1] and [MASTER OUT 2] terminals to an appropriate level.
Deck section Mixer section 12 12 3 4 12 3 c 5 5 d 4 5 12 Operation 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, those for operating decks 2 and 4 are located on the right side of the controller.
Acquiring the manual The operating instructions may be in a file in PDF format. Adobe® Reader® must be installed to read files in PDF format. If you do not have Adobe Reader, please install it from the download link on the CD-ROM’s menu screen. Downloading the Serato DJ software manual 1 Insert the CD-ROM into the computer’s optical drive. Downloading this unit’s operating instructions 1 Insert the CD-ROM into the computer’s optical drive. The CD-ROM menu is displayed.
About the AC adapter To ensure your personal safety and to maximize the full operating potential of your unit, read and follow these safety instructions. Read & Retain Instructions Read all operating and user information provided with this product. Cleaning using the specified procedure until a click is heard. For details, see Mounting the power plug on page 18.
Mounting the power plug Slide the power plug along the guide rails in the AC adapter unit as shown on the diagram below, then press in until a click is heard. Removing the power plug While pressing the [PUSH] button on the AC adapter unit, slide the power plug away from the adapter as shown on the diagram below to remove it. Once the power plug is mounted, there is no need to remove it. Power plug The power plug shown below is included with this product.
Additional information Troubleshooting ! Problem Check Remedy The power is not turned on. Is the [STANDBY/ON] switch for power supply set to [ON]? Set the [STANDBY/ON] switch for power supply to [ON]. Is the included AC adapter properly connected? Mount the power plug properly on the included AC adapter. (page 18) Connect the included AC adapter properly to the power outlet. (page 18) Connect the included AC adapter’s DC plug properly to this unit. This unit is not recognized.
Problem Check Remedy Serato DJ operation is unstable. Are you using the latest version of the software? Free updates of Serato DJ can be downloaded from the Internet. Check the website below and keep the software updated to the latest version. (page 6) Are you using softwares other than Serato DJ at the same time? Quit other applications to decrease the load on the computer.
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