1. The TORAIZ AS-1 monophonic analog synthesizer.
By connecting the TORAIZ AS-1 with this unit using a MIDI cable, you can play the AS-1 in sync with this unit thanks to MIDI timing clock. You can also play the TORAIZ AS-1 using patterns you've created on the SQUID.

2. DAW.
By connecting your PC/Mac with this unit using a USB cable, you can use your DAW in sync with this unit thanks to MIDI timing clock. The SQUID can also play up to 16 software instruments in your DAW software using patterns you've created on the unit.

Internet connection is not required to use this unit.

The hole is used to attach an anti-theft wire lock for security.

We don't plan to sell a rack mount kit specifically for this unit (as of April 2019). If you are considering rack mount installation, you will need to, for example, ask a rack manufacturer to perform the work.

The specifications are as follows.

CV OUT: V/OCT and Hz/V
- V/OCT: 5 range support (1V, 2V, 5V, 10V, - 5V ~ 5V)
You can set Reference Note for 0V.
- Hz/V: 3 octave support ( 1V - 8V )

GATE OUT: V-Trigger and S-Trigger
- V-Trigger: Selectable output voltage ( 5 V or 12V )

You can change these settings in the [CV] setting and [GATE] setting categories of the GLOBAL menu.
For details, please see "[CV] setting" and "[GATE] setting" in "GLOBAL settings" in the Operating Instructions.
You can download the Operating Instructions from the Pioneer DJ support page https://www.pioneerdj.com/en/support/documents/production/toraiz-squid/.

The terminal is a stereo mini-jack and outputs START/STOP and CLOCK signals.
The voltage levels of each signal are 5 V.
You can select CLOCK signals from 5 output formats: 1ppqn, 2ppqn, 4ppqn, 24ppqn, and 48ppqn.
And, you can select CLOCK Polarity from Negative trigger ( − ) or Positive trigger ( +)

You can change these settings in the [CLOCK] setting category of the GLOBAL menu.
For details, please refer to "[CLOCK] setting" in "GLOBAL settings" in the Operating Instructions.
You can download the Operating Instructions from the Pioneer DJ support page https://www.pioneerdj.com/en/support/documents/production/toraiz-squid/.

The terminal is a stereo mini-jack and inputs START/STOP and CLOCK signals.
The standard input voltage levels of each signal are 5V.
You can select CLOCK signals input from 7 output formats: 1step, 1ppqn, 2ppqn, 4ppqn, 24ppqn, 48ppqn, and GATE.
And, you can select CLOCK Polarity from Negative trigger ( − ) or Positive trigger ( +)
1step (1 Pulse Per Step): A pattern is advanced by one step when 1 pulse is input to the timing clock.
GATE: A pattern plays while the Gate signal is being input and pauses while no Gate signal is being input.

You can change these settings in the [CLOCK] setting category of the GLOBAL menu.
For details, please refer to "[CLOCK] setting" in "GLOBAL settings" in the Operating Instructions.
You can download the Operating Instructions from the Pioneer DJ support page https://www.pioneerdj.com/en/support/documents/production/toraiz-squid/.

Yes. Compared to the AC adapter connection, however, there are restrictions on functions such as reduced brightness of the buttons, pads, and display.

Please refer to the specifications of the CV/GATE compatible devices you connect to the SQUID.
As an example, KORG MS-20 is an analog synthesizer compatible with Hz/V and S-Trigger.

Please set it according to the specifications of the connected synthesizer, etc.
If you are using a device that can change the GATE input Polarity, please adjust the configuration to the Polarity of this unit.

You don't have to install dedicated driver software. Windows PC/Mac standard driver will be automatically installed.

Yes. MIDI communication is available by connecting the [USB-B] terminal on the rear panel and your Windows PC/Mac using a USB cable.

Yes. Connect the [MIDI IN] terminal on the rear panel of this unit and a MIDI keyboard using a MIDI cable. You can play the MIDI keyboard.

Possible but the speed is that of USB 2.0 compliant cable.

Yes.
If you connect multiple SQUIDs, each USB-B terminal will be recognized as a separate port.
To use with DAW software, properly set the following settings:
- DAW software MIDI settings
- input/output destination
- MIDI channel settings

For details, please see the "Connecting to external equipment" in the Operating Instructions of this unit.
You can download the Operating Instructions from the Pioneer DJ support page
https://www.pioneerdj.com/en/support/documents/production/toraiz-squid/.

No.
The SQUID does not support Bluetooth MIDI communication.

No. This terminal doesn't support S-Trigger.

We don't recommend it and we can't also guarantee performance, because MIDI communication may delay depending on the USB hub you use. If you have no choice but to connect via the USB hub, please make sure that there are no problems with MIDI communication.

Yes. If you use it for DIN SYNC, please use the MIDI cable with all 5 pins wired.
For details, see "Synchronizing the unit and an external DIN SYNC compatible device to play" in the Operating Instructions.
You can download the Operating Instructions from the Pioneer DJ support page
https://www.pioneerdj.com/en/support/documents/production/toraiz-squid/.

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.

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.