Pioneer DDJ-SB - Manual (Page 3)

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Before
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Before start
Features
This unit is an all-in-one DJ system combining Pioneer DJ units that
have earned a high reputation among professional DJs for their high
operability with the “Serato DJ Intro” DJ software from Serato.
This unit is equipped with a large body and “Big Jog” dials optimum for
scratching as well as performance pads allowing tracks to be arranged
with such dynamic actions as tapping and rolling, so that the various
functions of Serato DJ Intro can be operated intuitively and accurately.
There is also a built-in sound card (audio interface), eliminating the need
for complex wiring and settings so that users can start making DJ perfor-
mances immediately.
“BIG JOG”
This unit is equipped with large jog dials for smooth operability, so users
can scratch with the feel of an analog player.
“PERFORMANCE PADS”
This unit is equipped with large performance pads allowing the various
functions provided with Serato DJ Intro, including the hot cue, loop and
sampler functions, as well as the basic functions of the [CUE (
)] and
[f] buttons, to be operated with such dynamic actions as tapping and
rolling.
Furthermore, rubber is used as the pad material to allow operation with-
out tiring, even during long performances.
Design
The operating interfaces required for DJs are arranged with room to
spare on the large frame. Aluminum is used for the jog plates, and the
plastic panel top plates have a hairline surface finish resulting in a
design with a high-class look.
“FILTER FADE”
This unit is equipped with a “Filter Fade” function that combines the
crossfader and high pass filter so that any two tracks can be mixed
naturally.
“Serato DJ Intro”
This unit supports the Serato DJ Intro DJ software providing the basic
functions required for DJ performances. All of the buttons and controls
are preset to work together with the software, so DJ performances can
be held immediately, simply by connecting this unit to a computer.
Users can also upgrade to Serato DJ which provides a variety of func-
tions, including a “Slip Mode”, iZotope effects and a recording function.
iZotope is a U.S. developer and manufacturer of audio technology.
Built-in sound card (audio interface)
This unit is equipped with a built-in high quality sound card (audio inter-
face), eliminating the need for complex wiring and settings so that users
can start making DJ performances immediately.
USB BUS POWER
This product supports USB bus power. It can be used simply by connect-
ing it to a computer with a USB cable.
HIGH SOUND QUALITY
This product inherits the sound quality technology developed over the
years for Pioneer DJ hardware to achieve the top level of sound quality
in its class.
What’s in the box
! CD-ROM (Installation Disc)
! USB cable
! Warranty (for some regions)
1
! Read Before Use (Important)/Quick Start Guide
1
The included warranty is for the European region.
— For the North American region, the corresponding information is
provided on the last page of both the English and French versions
of the “Read Before Use (Important)/Quick Start Guide”.
— For the Japanese region, the corresponding information is
provided on the last page of the Japanese version of the “Read
Before Use (Important)/Quick Start Guide”.
Installing the software
Before installing the software
For the latest version of the Serato DJ Intro software, access Serato.
com and download the software from there. A software download link
is also provided on the included CD-ROM.
! For details, refer to Installation Procedure (Windows) or Installation
procedure (Mac OS X).
! The user is responsible for preparing the computer, network
devices and other elements of the Internet usage environment
required for a connection to the Internet.
About the driver software (Windows)
This driver software is an exclusive ASIO driver for outputting audio
signals from the computer.
! There is no need to install the driver software when using Mac OS X.
Checking the latest information on the driver software
For detailed information on this unit’s designated driver software, see
the Pioneer DJ support site below.
http://pioneerdj.com/support/