FAQ
- Q1 What is your best recommendation for a DJ system to use in combination with this unit?
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A1
We recommend sets combining the CDJ-2000NXS2* and DJM-900NXS2.
By making a PRO DJ LINK connection through a LAN switching hub as the third or fourth player, the sequencer on this unit can be synchronized to beat timing analyzed or edited in rekordbox for performance.
*We recommend updating the CDJ-2000NXS2 to the latest firmware before connecting.
Net Number : 5 - Q2 Are there terminals that support the balanced type?
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A2
No, there are not.
Net Number : 6 - Q3 When connecting to a LAN, what kind of LAN hub should I use?
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A3
Use a commercially available switching hub that supports 100BASE-TX. Correct operation may not be possible depending on the switching hub.
Net Number : 7 - Q4 What is the specification of the LAN terminal? What kind of cable should I prepare?
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The specification of the LAN terminal is 100BASE-TX.
Use a commercially available shielded cable of category class 5 for the LAN cable. Correct operation may not be possible depending on the LAN cable.Furthermore, when connecting with one of our DJ players or DJ systems, we recommend using the LAN cable supplied with this unit or the LAN cable supplied with our DJ player. Please note that the LAN terminal of this unit is a Pioneer DJ dedicated interface so a LAN connection with another manufacturer’s DJ player is not possible.
Net Number : 8 - Q5 Is it possible to connect the MASTER output terminals of this unit to the RCA inputs of an amplifier using a PHONE to RCA converter cable (converter plug)?
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A5
Yes, it is possible.
Net Number : 9 - Q6 Does this product support the direct input of a microphone?
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No, the direct input of a microphone is not supported. To input audio from a microphone, connect to the audio output terminal of a microphone amplifier, mixer, etc.
Net Number : 10 - Q7 What signals flow through a LAN cable connected between this product and a CDJ?
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A7
The timing information of the beat of the track played by the CDJ flows. This facilitates the synchronized performance of a PRO DJ LINK compatible DJ system and this unit.
Net Number : 11 - Q8 Can I use this unit without an Internet connection?
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A8
Internet access is not required to use this unit.
Net Number : 12 - Q9 What is the Kensington lock attachment hole used for?
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A9
The hole is used to attach an anti-theft wire lock.
Net Number : 13 - Q10 Is rack mounting supported?
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A10
Pioneer DJ does not plan to sell a rack mount kit specifically for this unit (as of April 2016). If you are considering rack mount installation, you will need to, for example, ask a rack manufacturer to perform the work.
Net Number : 14 - Q11 I connected this unit and a CDJ with a LAN cable because I wish to use the PRO DJ LINK function. Do I also need to connect an audio cable?
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A11
An audio cable needs to be connected if you wish to input the audio of the CDJ to this unit. An RCA to PHONE converter cable or converter plug is required because the CDJ has RCA terminals (unbalanced) and this unit has a PHONE terminal (unbalanced).
Net Number : 25 - Q12 Is PHONO input supported?
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No, it is not supported.
When sampling sound from a turntable, please convert the sound to line level using a phono input compatible DJ mixer or phono‐equalizer amplifier, etc., before feeding it into the input channel.Net Number : 26 - Q13 Is this unit compatible with USB-MIDI?
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Yes. Use a USB cable to connect the USB port on the rear of this unit to a computer for MIDI communication.
Net Number : 44 - Q14 Is this unit iPhone/iPad compatible?
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No.
Net Number : 46 - Q15 Can this unit accept monaural input?
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A15
Yes. Feed signal into the L (MONO) terminal. In this case, the same signal is also sent to the R channel on the internal circuit, and treated as a stereo signal for THRU and REC functions that use external inputs.
Net Number : 47 - Q16 Can I input sound from a smartphone or portable music player?
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A16
You can use a Y-cable (with two stereo mini phone jacks) to input sound from these sources. Since output from smartphones or portable music players is generally low, turn the volume on the source device up, and then turn up the LEVEL knob beside the INPUT terminal on this unit, keeping the volume within a range that does not distort the sound.
Net Number : 48 - Q17 How should I use the 8 output terminals?
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A17
You can set whether to use the M+6CH mode or the 8CH mode from the OUTPUT SETTING screen.
In M+6CH mode, you can set the output terminal for each track while monitoring the master sound. This is convenient when recording a specific track, or sending a specific track to a separate output device.
In 8CH mode, all tracks can be output from each of 8 outputs. This is useful when recording the maximum of 4 stem mixes while maintaining the total mix balance, or when splitting rhythm sound into 8 monaural signals for output.Net Number : 49 - Q18 Can I write project files to a USB memory?
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Yes. Select SAVE AS / SAVE AS PACAGE -> SAVE TO USB from the [Project] screen, and save the files.
Net Number : 50 - Q19 Can I use a USB mouse/keyboard?
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No.
Net Number : 71 - Q20 Can I perform with a MIDI-compatible keyboard?
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A20
Yes.
Net Number : 72 - Q21 Can I connect the unit to a PC/Mac that only has a USB Type-C port?
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A21
If you're using a PC/Mac that only has a USB Type-C port, you'll need a USB Type-C (plug) to USB Type-A (socket) conversion cable (sold separately).
When using one of these cables, be sure it's a product recommended by the manufacturer of your PC/Mac.Net Number : 107 - Q22 Can I connect the unit to a PC/Mac via a USB hub?
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You should connect the unit directly to a USB port on the PC/Mac.
Connecting via a USB hub may cause unwanted noise or malfunction.
If you have to use a USB hub due to a limited number of USB ports on your PC/Mac, be sure to use a product recommended by the manufacturer of your PC/Mac.Net Number : 108