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PIONEER DJ DDJ-XP1 Operating Instructions Manual

PIONEER DJ DDJ-XP1 Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    DJ Controller DDJ-XP1 pioneerdj.com/support/ rekordbox.com The Pioneer DJ site shown above offers FAQs, information on software, and various other types of information and services to allow you to use your product in greater comfort. Operating Instructions...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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.

  • Page 3: Before Start

    For example, ! For information and services for “rekordbox,” refer to the “rekordbox. Pioneer DJ players or turntables combined with mixers corresponding com” above. to rekordbox dj and rekordbox dvs, or the unit combined with rekordbox dj.
  • Page 4 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.

  • Page 5: Installing Rekordbox

    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 4 When the screen for completing the installation appears, click [Close] to end the installation. 1 Access “rekordbox.com”.
  • Page 6 4 Click [Finish] to complete the installation. Installation is completed.

  • Page 7: Part Names And Functions

    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 1 Browser section 2 Deck sections...

  • Page 8: Shift Button

    ! Before setting the play mode for rekordbox dvs, it is necessary 3 OUT•2X button to activate the rekordbox dvs plus pack in the [License] tab and Press: check the [Enable DVS Function] checkbox in the [DVS] tab on Sets the Loop Out Point, and loop playback begins during normal the rekordbox [Preferences] screen.
  • Page 9 a SEMITONE + button Slide FX sections Press: Raises the key of the track playing on the selected deck by a half. [SHIFT] + press: Turns the key of the track playing on the selected deck back to the original key. (Key reset) Performance pad section 1 SLIDE FX [1] button, SLIDE FX [2] button, SLIDE FX [3] button...

  • Page 10: Rear Panel

    Rear panel 1 USB terminal Connects to a computer using the included USB cable. ! A USB hub cannot be used. ! For a computer with only a USB Type-C port, a USB Type-C (male) - USB A (female) cable is required. 2 Kensington security slot...

  • Page 11: Example Of System Setup

    Example of system setup Combining with rekordbox dvs system using analog players and a DJ Mixer DDJ-XP1 For connecting to Computer DDJ-XP1, be sure to use the USB cable USB cable (supplied) supplied with the unit for optimum performance. USB cable...

  • Page 12: Basic Operation

    2 Press the rotary selector to move the cursor to the ! Make sure to use a rekordbox dvs record made by Pioneer DJ. track list on the computer screen, then turn the rotary Records other than that cannot be used.

  • Page 13: Starting With The System Which Controls Rekordbox Dj Using Dj Players

    USB cable. ! The unit operates with the operating system’s standard driver. There is no need to install separate driver software for the unit. 8 [DDJ-XP1 is connected.] appears on the rekordbox dj screen and DDJ-XP1 is ready to use.

  • Page 14: Advanced Operation

    Advanced operation Using the 4 beat looping Returning to the Loop In Point and continuing the loop playback Press the [4 BEAT LOOP/EXIT] button during playback. The 4 beat loop starts automatically from the position at which the Press the [IN•1/2X] button while pressing the [SHIFT] button is pressed and loop playback starts.
  • Page 15  Setting and calling out a 4 beat loop If the [PAD FX 1] mode button is pressed while pressing the [SHIFT] button, the mode changes to pad FX mode 2. Effects are assigned to the performance pads as shown below. 1 Press the [HOT CUE] mode button.

  • Page 16: Using The Sampler Function

    5 Press the performance pad while pressing the Using beat jump [SHIFT] button. The selected track is loaded into the sample slot. The playback position can be moved instantaneously without breaking ! Loading by overwriting an already loaded sampler slot may not be the rhythm of the track being played back.

  • Page 17: Using The Pad Editing Function

    Using beat loop Using the pad editing function Loop of beats or bars assigned to the pad is set when the performance Functions to assign to the performance pads can be customized with pad is pressed. Loop playback continues if you release your finger from rekordbox dj.

  • Page 18: Changing The Settings

    Changing the settings Launching utilities mode Press the [HOT CUE] mode button on the left panel. The setting changes each time the [HOT CUE] mode button is pressed. 1 Disconnect the supplied USB cable from the unit. ! Keep the USB cable connected to the computer. 2 Close the DJ application, if it is open.
  • Page 19 Setting MIDI controller selection Changing the MIDI output setting for touch strip There are two MIDI controller modes for the unit; a mode depending on rekordbox dj functions, and the other is a general MIDI controller mode. The MIDI (control change) value rises when sliding the touch strip Set the MIDI controller selection.

  • Page 20: Additional Information

    Additional information Troubleshooting ! If you think that there is something wrong with this unit, check the items below and access the Pioneer DJ site and check [FAQ] for the [DDJ-XP1]. pioneerdj.com Sometimes the problem may lie in another component. Inspect the other components and electrical appliances being used. If the problem cannot be rectified, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work.

  • Page 21: Using As A Controller For Other Dj Software

    ! “Pioneer DJ” is a trademark of PIONEER CORPORATION, and is used under license. ! rekordbox is a trademark or registered trademark of the Pioneer DJ Corporation. ! Adobe and Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the U.S. and other countries.

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