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This document explains the functions of the DJ-707M up to version 1.02.
For details on how to check the version, refer to p. 20.
Before using this unit, carefully read "USING THE UNIT SAFELY" and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (leaflet "USING
THE UNIT SAFELY" and Startup Guide). After reading, keep the document(s) where it will be available for
immediate reference.
© 2019 Roland Corporation
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  • Page 1 For details on how to check the version, refer to p. 20. Before using this unit, carefully read “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (leaflet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and Startup Guide). After reading, keep the document(s) where it will be available for immediate reference. © 2019 Roland Corporation...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    About this owner’s manual Downloading the Serato DJ Pro User Manual This manual explains basic operation of the DJ-707M. Start a browser and access the following Serato DJ Pro webpage. Read it in conjunction with the startup guide. https://serato com/dj/downloads Click “Manuals and Downloads.”...

  • Page 3: Installing The Software

    * 64-bit only (32-bit operating systems not supported). The installer starts. * For the latest system requirements, refer to the Serato DJ Pro webpage. Read the license agreement, and if you accept the conditions, click [Agree]. Downloading the Software The DJ-707M USB driver and Serato DJ Pro are not included in the package.

  • Page 4: Panel Descriptions

    [MENU] button Moves the cursor to a higher level. Shows the menu in the display. left deck: VIEW Switches the layout of Serato DJ Pro. [SHIFT] + [BACK] The panel display is switched each time you right deck: AREA press the button.
  • Page 5 Panel Descriptions Tempo slider Pad Mode select Adjusts the playback speed of the song. Here you can select the control mode of the performance pads. If the key lock function is on: [HOT CUE] button Changes the playback speed. Button illumination: White “–”...

  • Page 6: Mixer Section

    The phono level (MM type cartridge) input is the source. LINE The line level input is the source. The sound loaded into the Serato DJ Pro deck is the source. Select this if you’re using DVS. CH 3, 4 The internal TR sound generator is the source.

  • Page 7: Effect Section

    Panel Descriptions Effect Section Here you can adjust the effects using two independent effect sections (FX 1, FX 2). [CH1] button [LEVEL] knob Turns FX 1 (FX 2) on/off for CH 1. Adjusts the depth of the effect. [SHIFT] + [CH1] Turns FX 1 (FX 2) on/off for CH 3.

  • Page 8: Front Panel

    Panel Descriptions Front Panel Microphone Audio player Headphones Keyboard PHONES jacks CROSS FADER [CH 1]–[CH 4] switch Connect headphones here. Specify the output destination of the channels. Stereo 1/4” and stereo miniature plugs are supported. Output to cross fader A. THRU Output directly without passing through the cross fader.
  • Page 9 Panel Descriptions Rear Panel (Connecting Your Equipment) To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn off all the units before making any connections. MIC IN 1, 2 connector PC A, B port Connect your microphone here. Use the included USB cable to connect this port to your computer.

  • Page 10: Using Serato Dj Pro

    Using Serato DJ Pro This document explains basic use of Serato DJ Pro. For details on the functions and use of the software, refer to the Serato DJ Pro user manual (PDF). Here we explain operation for when a computer is connected to the PC A port.

  • Page 11: Playing A Song

    Closing Serato DJ Pro Close the Serato DJ Pro screen. Mac OS In the upper left of the Serato DJ Pro screen, click the [ 6 ] (red: close) button. Windows In the upper right of the Serato DJ Pro screen, click the [X] button.

  • Page 12: Operating The Dj-707M

    Operating the DJ-707M Auto Loop Operations (AUTO) Performance Pad Operations By pressing performance pads, you can play back loops in synchronization Hot Cue Operations (HOT CUE) with the length (beat) assigned to each pad. Based on the BPM of the song, a loop of 1/64–2 beats is specified By specifying a hot cue, you can instantly play back from the specified automatically.

  • Page 13: Manual Loop Operations (Manual)

    Saved Loop Operations (SAVED LOOP) You can control loop playback by specifying the loop-in and loop-out You can save loops in Serato DJ Pro’s loop slots, and recall a saved loop. points. Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the LOOP [MANUAL] The specified loop is saved in a loop slot.

  • Page 14: Serato Sampler Operations (Sampler)

    Song analysis begins when you press the DJ-707M’s [SELECT] knob to load MEMO a song into a deck, but if you’re using Serato DJ Pro as an offline player (i.e., If you hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the performance pad, without the DJ-707M being connected), you can analyze songs ahead of sample playback stops.

  • Page 15: Effect Operations

    Operating the DJ-707M Use the [LEVEL] knob to adjust the effect depth. Effect Operations Serato DJ Pro has two effect units (FX1, FX2) which you can use with the selected deck. DJ-FX panel When you click “FX” in the upper left of Serato DJ Pro’s main screen, the DJ-FX panel opens.

  • Page 16: Recording

    Variation Variation DJ-707M’s mixer section. You can also use Serato DJ Pro’s effect units to apply effects to the external audio inputs. You can use the mic section to apply a vocal effect to the audio input from mics connected to the MIC IN 1 or 2 jacks.

  • Page 17: Panel Operations When Using Tr

    Operating the DJ-707M Panel Operations When Using TR OSC Operations While stopped: For deck 4, you can use the performance pads to play back sound effects. Plays from the previously-stopped variation. Press [ r ] While playing: Preparation Stops. While stopped/playing: Press [SHIFT] + [ r ] Set the mixer section CH4 input select switch to Plays the variation from the cue point.

  • Page 18: Menu Operations

    Anti.FB MASTER Anti-feedback is applied only to the output sound BOOTH from the selected jacks. ZONE Selects whether mixing is done in Serato DJ Pro or in Mode SERATO, INTERNAL the DJ-707M. Specifies the controller when using DVS. DVS Deck...
  • Page 19 Menu Operations Parameter Value (Bold: default) / Explanation Parameter Value (Bold: default) / Explanation Specifies the attenuation level of the output. The Attenuator 0–40 dB Mic1–3 Setting output level is decreased by the specified amount. Gain -60–-10–0 dB Specifies the mic gain. Cuts the high-mid region of the signal that is output from the selected jack.

  • Page 20: System Settings

    Target * If this is set to GENERIC, you can’t use the unit with GENERIC Serato DJ Pro. * If you are using this with an iOS device, choose GENERIC. For details, refer to “Using an iOS Device” (p. 22).

  • Page 21: Other Operations

    The “ROLAND” drive appears in the screen of the computer. The “ROLAND” drive appears in the screen of the computer. In the “ROLAND” drive, open the “EXPORT” folder and copy the In the “ROLAND” drive, open the “BACKUP” folder, and copy the file (***.d7s) that you want to export to the computer.

  • Page 22: Using The Dj-707M In Stand-Alone Mode

    Using the DJ-707M in Stand-Alone Mode Using an iOS Device You can use the DJ-707M when it is not connected to Serato DJ Pro (when An iOS device can be connected to the PC-B port. Serato DJ Pro is not running).

  • Page 23: Appendix

    Can’t use pitch play Have you activated Pitch’n Time DJ? Time DJ. In order to use Saved Flip mode, you must separately purchase the Serato Flip Expansion Pack Can’t use Saved Flip Have you activated Serato Flip? and activate Serato Flip.

  • Page 24: Main Specifications

    Leaflet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” Accessories AC Adaptor Power cord USB cable * 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms * This document explains the specifications of the product at the time that the document was issued. For the latest information, refer to the Roland website.

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