DJ Controller
DDJ-XP1
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Operating Instructions
Contents
How to read this manual
!Thank you for buying this Pioneer DJ product.
Be sure to read both this manual and the Operating Instructions (Quick Start Guide). Both contain important information that you should understand before using this unit.
For instructions on obtaining the rekordbox Operating Instructions, see Viewing the rekordbox Operating Instructions (p.3).
!In this manual, names of menus displayed on the product and on the computer screen, as well as names of buttons and terminals, etc., are indicated within brackets. (e.g. [File], [LOAD] button)
!Please note that the screens and specifications of the software described in this manual as well as the external appearance and specifications of the hardware are currently under development and may differ from the final specifications.
!Please note that depending on the operating system version, web browser settings, etc., operation may differ from the procedures described in this manual.
!Please note that the language on the screens of the software described in this guide may differ from the language on your screens.
This manual consists mainly of explanations of functions of this unit as hardware. For detailed instructions on operating rekordbox dj, see the rekordbox Operating Instructions.
Before start |
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Features......................................................................................................... |
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What’s in the box.......................................................................................... |
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Viewing the rekordbox Operating Instructions.......................................... |
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Operating environment................................................................................ |
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Installing rekordbox |
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Downloading rekordbox.............................................................................. |
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Installing rekordbox...................................................................................... |
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Part names and functions |
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Control panel................................................................................................ |
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Rear panel................................................................................................... |
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Example of system setup |
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Basic operation |
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Starting with the rekordbox dvs system using analog players and a DJ |
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Mixer............................................................................................................ |
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Starting with the system which controls rekordbox dj using DJ players |
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Advanced operation |
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Using the 4 beat looping............................................................................ |
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Using the manual looping......................................................................... |
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Using the performance pads.................................................................... |
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Using the pad editing function................................................................. |
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Using slide FX............................................................................................. |
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Changing the settings |
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Launching utilities mode........................................................................... |
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Utilities modes............................................................................................ |
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Additional information |
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Troubleshooting.......................................................................................... |
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Using as a controller for other DJ software............................................. |
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About trademarks and registered trademarks........................................ |
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Cautions on copyrights.............................................................................. |
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Before start
Features
This unit is an intuitive DJ controller designed for controlling the various functions of “rekordbox dj”. Adding the unit to a digital DJ system maximizes the performance function of rekordbox dj. For example, Pioneer DJ players or turntables combined with mixers corresponding to rekordbox dj and rekordbox dvs, or the unit combined with rekordbox dj. This allows users an intuitive and wide range of performances with a highly operable interface.
PERFORMANCE PADS
You can control 7 functions such as HOT CUE, PAD FX, BEAT JUMP, SAMPLER, KEYBOARD, BEAT LOOP, and KEY SHIFT on rekordbox dj. The unit has 32 large “PERFORMANCE PADS” for tapping or thrumming. These pads are soft, so you can perform comfortably for a long time.
Unique Design and Professional Build
Quality
The unit is thin and flat, easy to carry and install in the DJ booth, enabling you maximize your performance when using rekordbox dj. The surface of pads and effect areas is made of rubber, for a robust and grippy performance.
“rekordbox dj” Supported
The unit supports the DJ software “rekordbox dj” which has many functions required for DJ performances. All buttons and tabs of the unit are preset, so you can enjoy DJ play soon after connecting the unit to a computer.
What’s in the box
!USB cable
!Operating Instructions (Quick Start Guide)
!Warranty (for some regions)
!rekordbox dj license key card
!rekordbox dvs license key card
The included warranty is for the European region.
—For the Japanese region, the corresponding information is provided on the back cover of the “Operating Instructions (Quick Start Guide).”
—For the North American region, the corresponding information is provided on the last page of both the English and French versions of the “Operating Instructions (Quick Start Guide).”
Cautions
The license key cannot be reissued. Be careful not to lose it.
Viewing the rekordbox Operating
Instructions
A manual may be made of the PDF format file. To view a PDF file, installing Adobe® Reader® is required.
1 Launch a web browser on the computer and access the “rekordbox.com”.
rekordbox.com
2Click [Support].
3Click [Manual].
4Click the desired language from the list.
!For information and services for “rekordbox,” refer to the “rekordbox. com” above.
Operating environment
The following software or devices are required to operate the unit.
rekordbox dj software
!“rekordbox dj” is the DJ performance function of rekordbox. To be able to use this function, enter the license key shown on the rekordbox dj license key card included with this unit.
!rekordbox is comprehensive software which can manage audio tracks and make DJ performances.
!rekordbox dvs
The DVS function, which can be added to rekordbox dj to perform deck operations using control signals played with CDJ or a turntable, is called rekordbox dvs. To add this function, enter the license key shown on the license key card included with this unit.
Minimum operating environment for rekordbox dj
Supported operating systems
Mac: macOS Sierra 10.12, |
Intel® processor Core™ i7, i5, i3 |
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Intel® processor Core™ 2 Duo 2.0 GHz |
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OS X 10.11/10.10 |
or more |
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(latest updated) |
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4 GB or more of RAM |
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Windows: Windows 10/ |
Intel® processor Core™ i7, i5, i3 |
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Intel® processor Core™ 2 Duo 2.0 GHz |
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Windows 8.1/Windows 7 |
or more |
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(latest service pack) |
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4 GB or more of RAM |
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Others
USB port |
USB 2.0 port × 2 |
Display resolution |
Resolution of 1 280 × 768 or greater |
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Internet connection |
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!For information on the latest system requirements, compatibility, and supported operating systems of rekordbox, see [System Requirements] on the rekordbox.com site below. rekordbox.com
!Operation is not guaranteed on all computers, even if all the required operating environment conditions indicated here are fulfilled.
!Depending on the computer’s power-saving settings, etc., its CPU and hard disk may not provide sufficient processing capabilities. For notebook computers in particular, make sure the computer is in the proper conditions to provide constant high performance (for example by keeping the AC power connected) when using rekordbox.
!It is assumed that you are using the latest version of the operating system.
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Computer to operate the rekordbox dj software
A USB 2.0 port is required to connect the computer with this unit.
!The computer must have two USB 2.0 ports, one for connecting with the unit, and another for connecting with the DJ mixer or audio interface.
!For a computer with only a USB Type-C port, a USB Type-C (male) - USB A (female) cable is required.
To use the unit with a rekordbox dvs record/CD
DJ mixer such as DJM-S9 or DJM-900NXS2, audio interface such as INTERFACE 2, or DJ controller such as DDJ-RZ, corresponding to rekordbox dvs, are required.
To add the unit to a system which controls rekordbox dj using DJ players
DJ player such as CDJ-2000NXS2 or XDJ-1000MK2, and DJ mixer such as DJM-900NXS2 corresponding to rekordbox dj, are required.
To use the unit with the DJ controller
DJ controller such as DDJ-RZ or DDJ-RX corresponding to rekordbox dj is required.
To use the unit as a sub controller for the DJ player
DJ player such as CDJ-2000NXS2 or XDJ-1000MK2 is required.
Internet connection environment
An Internet connection is required for downloading rekordbox dj.
!Use of the Internet may require a separate contract with a provider offering Internet services and payment of provider fees.
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Installing rekordbox
If you are installing rekordbox for the first time, use the following procedures. If you have installed rekordbox already, update it to the latest version.
Downloading rekordbox
1 Access “rekordbox.com”. rekordbox.com/en/store/
!The site is subject to change without notice.
2After reading the Get Started guide, click [Free To Download].
3Read the terms of the software license agreement carefully, and then mark the [Agree] checkbox to continue.
After marking the checkbox, click [Download] to start downloading rekordbox.
4 When the screen for completing the installation appears, click [Close] to end the installation.
Installing rekordbox
Depending on the Operating System (OS) of your computer, procedures differ.
Do not connect the unit to your computer until the installation has completed.
Installing (Mac)
1Unzip the downloaded rekordbox software file.
2Double-click the unzipped software file, and then start the installer.
3Read the terms of the license agreement carefully, and then click [Agree] to continue.
Installing (Windows)
!Log into your computer as administrator before starting the installation.
1Unzip the downloaded rekordbox software file.
2Double-click the unzipped software file, and then start the installer.
3Read the terms of the license agreement carefully, and if you agree, select [Agree], then click [Next].
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! If you do not agree to the contents of the license agreement, click [Cancel] to cancel the installation.
! After specifying the destination, the installation will be started. When the installation is finished, a completion message will be displayed.
!If you do not agree to the contents of the license agreement, click [Disagree] to cancel the installation.
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4 Click [Finish] to complete the installation.
Installation is completed.
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Part names and functions
This section explains the main feature of the buttons and pads for rekordbox dj.
For operation when using with CDJ-2000NXS2 or XDJ-1000MK2, refer to the following Pioneer DJ website. pioneerdj.com
Control panel
1Browser section
2Deck sections
3Performance pad section
4Slide FX sections
Browser section
1 INT button
Press:
Sets relative mode when rekordbox dvs is in internal mode. Sets internal mode when rekordbox dvs is in relative mode.
[SHIFT] + press:
Selects the deck to be used.
When deck 3 or deck 4 is selected, the [INT] button lights if the [SHIFT] button is pressed.
When deck 1 or deck 2 is selected, the [INT] button does not light if the [SHIFT] button is pressed.
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