DDJ-SX2 |
FAQ
- Q1 Is an Internet environment (connection) required?
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Yes. You will need to connect to the Internet to download the Serato DJ software and any updates. You will also need to have the computer that has Serato DJ installed connected to the Internet in order to activate Serato expansion packs (Serato Flip, etc.).
Net Number : 8 - Q2 What do I need other than DDJ-SX2 to hold DJ performances?
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You will need to prepare a computer for installing Serato DJ, as well as powered speakers (or an amplifier and speakers) and headphones for outputting the sound.
Net Number : 9 - Q3 What is the driver software?
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The software allowing the DDJ-SX2 to be connected to a computer.
Net Number : 17 - Q4 How can I obtain the latest driver software?
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Get it from the web page.
Net Number : 18 - Q5 Tell me how to install and uninstall the driver software.
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Installation
With Mac OS X, you do not need to install driver software.
With Windows, download the latest driver software and then install it.
See "Installing the software" of the operating instructions to install the driver software.Uninstallation
Windows 7, Windows 8, or Windows 8.1
1. From the Control Panel, open [Programs and Features].
2. Select [Pioneer DDJ_SX2 Driver] and click [Uninstall/Change].
3. Perform the operation as instructed on the screen.
When the system prompts you for the administrator password or for confirmation, enter the password or provide the confirmation information.Net Number : 21 - Q6 With Mac OS X, does the driver software need to be installed?
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The standard Macintosh driver software is used, so there is no need to install the included driver software.
Net Number : 23 - Q7 Can I connect this unit to a USB hub?
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This unit cannot be used via a USB hub. Connect it directly to a computer using the included USB cable.
Net Number : 24 - Q8 Is a separate sound card required?
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There is an internal sound card, so there is no need to purchase one separately.
Net Number : 25 - Q9 What is the Kensington security slot used for?
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The slot is used to attach an anti-theft wire lock that is sold mainly for computers.
Net Number : 29 - Q10 Can a PC or Macintosh computer with a performance below that indicated in the recommended specifications be used?
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This is not supported. Use a computer that meets the recommended specifications or better. Otherwise, sound interruption or other problems may occur. (If you use a non-recommended OS, you may not be able to install some DJ application programs.)
Net Number : 33 - Q11 What type of amplifier should be connected to produce sound?
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DDJ-SX2 has two sets of analog master outputs (audio outputs) and one set of booth monitor outputs.
Connecting these audio outputs to the external inputs of a general amplifier, mini component system, or powered speakers enables sound to be output to speakers through an external amplifier. Connect the DDJ-SX2’s [MASTER OUT 1] terminals to a device with XLR inputs and the [MASTER OUT 2] terminals to a device with RCA inputs. Connect the [BOOTH OUT] terminals to a device with phone inputs.Net Number : 57 - Q12 Can the DDJ-SX2’s MASTER OUT 1 terminals be connected to an amplifier's RCA inputs using an XLR-RCA converter cable (converter plug)? Or can the DDJ-SX2’s MASTER OUT 2 terminals be connected to an amplifier's XLR inputs using an RCA-XLR converter cable (converter plug)?
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Performance is not guaranteed via a converter cable (converter plug).
Connect the [MASTER OUT 1] terminals to an amplifier with XLR inputs, the [BOOTH OUT] terminals to an amplifier with phone inputs, and the [MASTER OUT 2] terminals to an amplifier with RCA inputs.Net Number : 58 - Q13 What is the factory default value for the master output’s attenuator level (-6/-3/0 dB)? When do I need to change the value?
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The factory default value is 0 dB.
If sound distortion does not improve after the [MASTER LEVEL] and [TRIM] controls are adjusted, the maximum allowable input of connected power amplifier and speakers might have been exceeded. In such a case, use the attenuator level setting to set the master output to a suitable level. The output level can be reduced to 70% at -3 dB and to 50% at -6 dB.
This setting is not linked to the master level indicator. For instructions on changing the setting, see “Changing the settings” in the operating instructions.Net Number : 59 - Q14 Are there terminals that support the balanced type?
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The following terminals support the balanced type.
-[MASTER OUT 1] terminals (XLR)
-[BOOTH OUT] terminals (TRS)
-[MIC 1] terminals (XLR/TRS)
-[MIC 2] terminals (TRS)Net Number : 60 - Q15 Which type is the microphone (MIC) jack, balanced or unbalanced? If it is the balanced type, what are its polarities?
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It is a balanced terminal.
For its polarities as seen from the front of the terminal, see the diagram.
Net Number : 61 - Q16 Does the microphone (MIC) jack support phantom power supplies?
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No, it does not.
Net Number : 62 - Q17 Can I use a stereo microphone?
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Stereo microphones are not supported. Use a monaural microphone.
Net Number : 63 - Q18 Do the BOOTH OUT terminals support a 3-pin (TRS) phone jack?
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Yes, they do.
Stereo and monaural phone jacks can be connected.Net Number : 64 - Q19 The BOOTH OUT terminals are 3-pin (TRS) phone jacks. What are the polarities when using them as balanced terminals?
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TIP=HOT, RING=COLD, and SLEEVE=GND
Net Number : 65 - Q20 What kind of players should I use with DDJ-SX2?
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You can use either turntables with MM cartridge where analog records can be played or CDJ players where music CD (CD-DA) and music files like MP3 can be played.
Ensure that such turntables and CDJs should have analog audio output terminals.Net Number : 92
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