FAQ
- Q1 Is there a correct order for connecting the USB cable of DDJ-SZ and starting up Serato DJ? Can either be done first?
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A1
Either can be done first.
Net Number : 3 - Q2 Tell me about the conditions for players that can be used in combination with this unit.
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A2
The players must be turntables (analog players) that can play analog records or CDJ players that can play music CDs (CD-DA). In both cases, check that they are equipped with audio output terminals.
Net Number : 27 - Q3 What type of amplifier should be connected to produce sound?
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A3
This unit is equipped with two sets of analog MASTER outputs (audio outputs).
By connecting these audio outputs to the external inputs of a general amplifier, mini component system, or powered speakers, sound can be output to speakers through an external amplifier. Connect this unit's MASTER OUT 1 terminals to an amplifier with XLR input and the MASTER OUT 2 terminals to an amplifier with RCA input.Net Number : 28 - Q4 Can this unit's MASTER OUT 1 terminals be connected to an amplifier's RCA inputs using an XLR-RCA converter cable (converter plug)? Also, can this unit'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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A4
Performance is not guaranteed via a converter cable (converter plug).
Connect the MASTER OUT 1 terminals and BOOTH OUT terminals to an amplifier with XLR input and the MASTER OUT 2 terminals to an amplifier with RCA input.Net Number : 29 - Q5 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)
-MIC1 jack (XLR/TRS）Net Number : 30 - Q6 Which type is the microphone (MIC) jack, balanced or unbalanced? If it is the balanced type, what are its polarities?
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A6
It is a balanced terminal.
For its polarities as seen from the front of the terminal, see the diagram.
Net Number : 31 - Q7 Does the microphone (MIC) jack support phantom power supplies?
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A7
No, it does not.
Net Number : 32 - Q8 Can I use a stereo microphone?
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A8
Stereo microphones are not supported. Use a monaural microphone.
Net Number : 33 - Q9 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 : 34 - Q10 The BOOTH OUT terminals are 3-pin (TRS) phone jacks. What are the polarities when using them as balanced terminals?
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A10
TIP=HOT, RING=COLD, and SLEEVE=GND
Net Number : 35 - Q11 What is the Kensington security slot used for?
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A11
The slot is used to attach an anti-theft wire lock.
Net Number : 36 - Q12 What is driver software?
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A12
Driver software allows you to connect this unit to a computer.
The driver software can be obtained from the support site of the Pioneer DJ web support page.Net Number : 71 - Q13 Is it necessary to install the driver software using Mac OS X?
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A13
Yes. See "Installing the software" on page 4 of the operating instructions to install the driver software.
Net Number : 75 - Q14 Is it possible to connect a USB hub?
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A14
This unit cannot be used via a USB hub. Connect this unit and the computer directly using the included USB cable.
Net Number : 76 - Q15 Are balanced terminals available?
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A15
The [MASTER OUT1] terminals are balanced output terminals. Use XLR terminals.
Net Number : 79 - Q16 Is an Internet environment (connection) required?
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A16
An Internet connection environment is necessary to download the Serato DJ software and to upgrade it to the latest version.
Net Number : 80 - Q17 What do I need other than the DDJ-SZ to hold DJ performances?
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A17
To use DDJ-SZ as a controller or as a DVS system (to play scratch using Control CD or Control Vinyl), the following equipment items are required in addition to DDJ-SZ.
When using DDJ-SZ as a controller
-Computer on which Serato DJ is installed
-Powered speakers
-HeadphonesWhen using DDJ-SZ as a DVS system
-Computer on which Serato DJ is installed
-Powered speakers
-Headphones
-Control CD or Control Vinyl
-Player for playing Control CD/VinylNet Number : 81 - Q18 Can this unit be used with the computer's bus power only?
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A18
This unit cannot be used with the USB bus power. Connect the unit to a power outlet using the included power cord.
Net Number : 83 - Q19 Is a sound card required separately?
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A19
A sound card does not need to purchased separately because this unit has a built-in sound card.
Net Number : 101 - Q20 Are balanced terminals available?
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A20
The MASTER OUT1 (XLR) and BOOTH (TRS) terminals are balanced terminals.
Net Number : 103
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