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PIONEER DJ PLX-CRSS12 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual Turntable PLX-CRSS12 pioneerdj.com/support/ rekordbox.com serato.com For FAQ and other support information for this product, visit the websites above.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before you start ................... 4 How to read this manual .................4 What’s in the box..................5 User guides .....................6 Setup..................... 7 Installing a cartridge to the headshell............7 Installation ....................8 DJ software ..................13 Serato DJ Pro..................13 rekordbox ....................14 Part names ..................15 Top panel ....................15 Front panel ....................16 Rear panel.....................17...
  • Page 3 Using DVS without using the tone arm ..........38 Using the Performance Pads............39 Performance Pad section..............39 Serato DJ Pro..................41 rekordbox ....................49 Settings....................58 Changing the settings ................58 Utility settings ..................59 Using DJ software (MIDI) ..............60 Specifications ..................61 Additional information ..............63 Troubleshooting ..................63 Cautions on use ..................65 Cleaning ....................66...

  • Page 4: Before You Start

    Before you start How to read this manual • Thank you for choosing this Pioneer DJ product. Be sure to read this manual, the Quick Start Guide and the Precautions for Use which are also included with this product. These documents include important information that you should understand before using the unit.

  • Page 5: What's In The Box

    Before you start What’s in the box • Platter • Screws for platter x 6 • Screwdriver • Magvel Clamp • Slip mat • Slip sheet • Dust cover • Balance weight • Sub weight • Headshell • Shell weight •...

  • Page 6: User Guides

    Before you start User guides  Serato DJ Pro software manual Refer to the following Serato DJ site. serato.com/dj/pro/downloads  rekordbox Introduction, Instruction Manual Refer to the rekordbox Introduction to find out how to set up rekordbox, and see the Instruction Manual to find out how to use rekordbox.

  • Page 7: Setup

    Setup Installing a cartridge to the headshell A cartridge isn’t included with the unit. • For details on a cartridge, refer to its user guide. 1 Firmly connect the color-coded lead wire of the headshell to the corresponding terminal on the cartridge using tweezers, etc.

  • Page 8: Installation

    Setup Installation Installing the platter • Do not hit the platter against the main unit or drop it. • Do not put anything in the center of the unit. • Make sure that no dust or iron powder adheres between the back of the platter and the unit.
  • Page 9 Setup 3 Install the slip mat and slip sheet. Slip mat Slip sheet...
  • Page 10 Setup Playing using the stylus • Install the headshell to the cartridge beforehand (page 7). 1 Insert the headshell with the cartridge installed into the tone arm. Locking nut 2 Keeping the headshell horizontal, tighten the locking nut. 3 Install the balance weight to the rear shaft of the tone arm. Balance weight...
  • Page 11 Setup • If the cartridge is too heavy to balance horizontally, attach the sub weight to the rear shaft of the tone arm. Sub weight Using DVS without using the tone arm Install the Magvel Clamp to the unit to use DVS without using a tone arm. By installing the Magvel Clamp, you can adjust the rotation torque of the control disk.
  • Page 12 Setup  Adjusting the rotation torque 1 Put your fingers on the ribs on the top of the Magvel Clamp and turn it to adjust the marker between [LIGHT] and [HEAVY].  Removing the Magvel Clamp 1 Pinch the Magvel Clamp with your fingers as shown and pull it upwards to remove it.

  • Page 13: Dj Software

    DJ software Serato DJ Pro Serato DJ Pro is DJ software from Serato. The Serato DJ Pro software isn’t included with the unit. Download the software from the URL below. serato.com • Use the unit with Serato DJ Pro hardware. You may need to purchase a separate license depending on the Serato DJ Pro hardware.

  • Page 14: Rekordbox

    DJ software rekordbox rekordbox is a complete DJ application you can use to manage your music and perform. • This unit is a Hardware Unlock device. If you connect a PC/Mac running rekordbox to the unit, you can use Performance mode (rekordbox DJ functions) for free. •...

  • Page 15: Part Names

    Part names Top panel Performance Pad section (page 39) Tone arm section (page 20) Play section (page 31) NEEDLE MODE button (page 31) Switches between Analog mode and Digital Vinyl mode. APPLICATION button (page 31) DECK/UTILITY button Selects a deck to use with the Performance Pads when using DJ software. •...

  • Page 16: Front Panel

    Part names Front panel Brake adjusting switch Sets the amount of time it takes the turntable to stop after you press the [START/STOP] button. — : The turntable stops quickly. — : Intermediate setting between — : The turntable stops gradually.

  • Page 17: Rear Panel

    Part names Rear panel 1.  button Turns the unit on or puts it in standby mode. USB port Connect a DJ mixer or PC/Mac when using the Performance Pads with DJ software. SIGNAL GND terminal Connect a turntable’s ground wire. The signal GND terminal reduces unwanted noises that occur when an amplifier or a DJ mixer is connected to the unit.

  • Page 18: Side Panel

    Part names Side panel Kensington security slot Connect a cable lock. AC IN Connect to a power outlet with the supplied power cord. • Use the supplied power cord. • Connect the power cord after all the connections are complete.

  • Page 19: Oled Display

    Part names OLED display Settings, the deck number of the DJ software, BPM, and key information are displayed on the OLED display. Playback speed adjustment range (page 34) When the Step Pitch isn’t turned on, the adjustable range from the original playback speed is displayed.

  • Page 20: Adjustment

    Adjustment Tone arm section Height adjustment dial Adjusts the height of the tone arm. Balance weight Adjusts the balance of the tone arm and the stylus pressure. Stylus pressure adjustment ring Use this to set the stylus pressure to the appropriate value for the cartridge. Magvel Clamp storage Attach the Magvel Clamp here when you're not using it.

  • Page 21: Playing With The Stylus

    Adjustment Arm rest Rest the tone arm here. Arm clamper Clamps the tone arm in place. 10. Headshell Use the headshell with a cartridge attached. Playing with the stylus Adjusting the balance of the tone arm Since the weight of a cartridge or headshell varies, you'll need to adjust the balance of the tone arm.
  • Page 22 Adjustment Adjusting the stylus pressure Adjust to the appropriate stylus pressure for your cartridge to prevent stylus skipping and sound distortion. 1 Place the tone arm on the arm rest and lock it with the arm clamper. 2 Holding the balance weight so that it doesn’t move, turn the stylus pressure adjustment ring to align [0] on the ring with the center line on the rear shaft of the tone arm.
  • Page 23 Adjustment • The stylus pressure adjustment ring turns together with the balance weight. Adjust to the appropriate stylus pressure while looking at the adjustment ring.  Using the balance weight attachment scale If you memorize the balance weight attachment scale value for the headshell with a cartridge, you can set the appropriate stylus pressure without adjusting the balance of the tone arm each time.
  • Page 24 Adjustment Adjusting the anti skating Adjust the anti skating to prevent the stylus skipping. 1 Turn the anti skating dial to set the stylus pressure value of the cartridge to the reference mark. • Adjust the setting according to the operation during scratch play to prevent the stylus skipping.
  • Page 25 Adjustment 4 With the arm lifter lowered, adjust the height by turning the screw. Screw Arm lifter * Turn the screw while pressing down here. • The height of the arm lifter (the space between the record and the stylus tip when the lifter lever is raised) is adjusted between 8 mm and 13 mm by default.
  • Page 26 Adjustment Adjusting the height of the arm 1 Turn the height adjustment lock to unlock it. Unlock 2 Lower the lifter lever to put the stylus tip on the record, and turn the height adjustment dial until the tone arm is level compared to the record.
  • Page 27 Adjustment Size of cartridge Scale of the height H (mm) adjustment dial 3 Turn the height adjustment lock to lock the height of the arm. • Adjust the height of the arm with the height adjustment dial according to the operation during scratch play to prevent the stylus skipping.

  • Page 28: Using Dvs Without Using The Tone Arm

    Adjustment Using DVS without using the tone arm Adjusting the Magvel Clamp Install the Magvel Clamp to the unit when using DVS without using the tone arm (page 11). 1 Put your fingers on the ribs on the top of the Magvel Clamp and adjust the rotation torque.

  • Page 29: Connections (Basic Styles)

    Connections (basic styles) Put the unit in standby ( ) and disconnect the power cord before connecting other units. Connect the power cord after all connections are complete. • Use the supplied power cord. • Read the instruction manuals for the devices you are going to connect with the unit. •...

  • Page 30: Installation Location

    Connections (basic styles) • Connect the audio cable and ground wire to the PHONO input terminals on the DJ mixer. You can’t get sufficient volume and sound quality when connecting to a DJ mixer that doesn’t have PHONO input terminals. •...

  • Page 31: Playback

    Playback Play section STEP PITCH button Changes the adjustment method for the speed of the turntable rotation by the operation of the tempo slider. Arm clamper (page 20),...
  • Page 32 Playback TEMPO RANGE button Changes the variable range of the tempo slider in the order of ±8% ±16% ±50%±8%... each time you press the button. Tempo slider Adjusts the speed of the turntable rotation. RESET button / RESET indicator Resets to the standard rpm (33 1/3 or 45 rpm) regardless of the tempo slider’s setting. The [ RESET ] indicator lights up when the [RESET] button is turned on.

  • Page 33: Playing An Analog Record

    Playback Playing an analog record Playback • A 45 RPM record adapter isn’t included with the unit. • With a slip mat, you can manually stop or reverse playback of a record (page 8). Use a slip sheet under a slip mat for a smoother slide. 1 Press the [NEEDLE MODE] button to switch to Analog mode.
  • Page 34 Playback Adjusting the rotation speed 1 Press the [RESET] button to turn the [RESET] indicator off. 2 Move the tempo slider left or right. • Move the slider right to increase the rotation speed. • Move the slider left to decrease the rotation speed. •...
  • Page 35 Playback Checking the rotation speed You can check speed accurately with the 4 rows of strobe patterns on the outer ring of the turntable. Strobe patterns ① ② ③ ④ +7.2% change when the strobe pattern appears to stop +3.3% change when the strobe pattern appears to stop Standard rpm (33 1/3 or 45 rpm) when the strobe pattern appears to stop -3.3% change when the strobe pattern appears to stop 1 Press the target illuminator switch.
  • Page 36 Changing the adjustment method for the rotation speed Use the [STEP PITCH] button to change the adjustment method for the rotation speed by the tempo slider. When the [STEP PITCH] button is turned off, rotation speed changes continuously. When the [STEP PITCH] button is turned on, rotation speed changes in semitone steps. Display Rotation speed (%)
  • Page 37 Playback Stopping playback 1 Raise the lifter lever. The stylus tip moves away from the record. 2 Put the tone arm back on the arm rest. 3 Lower the lifter lever and lock it with the arm clamper. 4 Press the [START/STOP] button. The rotation of the turntable stops.

  • Page 38: Using Dvs Without Using The Tone Arm

    Playback Using DVS without using the tone arm Playback • Install the Magvel Clamp beforehand (page 11) 1 Set the DJ software to [REL] mode. 2 Press the [NEEDLE MODE] button to switch to Digital Vinyl mode. 3 Press the [APPLICATION] button to select the DJ software you’re going to use.

  • Page 39: Using The Performance Pads

    Using the Performance Pads • Connect your PC/Mac or DJ mixer to the unit with a USB cable. • Use the [DECK/UTILITY] button to select a deck to use with the Performance Pads. Performance Pad section 5-8 button Switches the Performance Pads between 1 - 4 and 5 - 8. •...
  • Page 40 Using the Performance Pads Operation HOT CUE button SAMPLER button Press twice while pressing User mode 1 User mode 2 the [SHIFT] button When using the unit with rekordbox: Operation HOT CUE button SAMPLER button Press Hot Cue mode Sampler mode Press while pressing the Track Separation mode Sample Scratch mode...

  • Page 41: Serato Dj Pro

    Using the Performance Pads Serato DJ Pro Hot Cue mode You can call up a Hot Cue quickly and start playback by pressing a Performance Pad. • You can set up to 8 Hot Cues per track. 1 Press the [HOT CUE] button. The unit switches to Hot Cue mode.
  • Page 42 Using the Performance Pads Sampler mode You can start playback of a track loaded in a Sampler slot using a Performance Pad. 1 Display the [SAMPLER] pane on the Serato DJ Pro screen. 2 Press the [SAMPLER] button on the unit. The unit switches to Sampler mode.
  • Page 43 Using the Performance Pads Stems mode You can separately control the Vocal, Melody, Bass, and Drums Stems. 1 Press the [HOT CUE] button while pressing the [SHIFT] button. The unit switches to Stems mode. 2 Press a Performance Pad assigned with the function you want to use.
  • Page 44 Using the Performance Pads Scratch Bank mode You can load the sound of a Scratch Bank. 1 Open the [SCRATCH BANK] pane on the Serato DJ Pro screen. 2 Press the [SAMPLER] button while pressing the [SHIFT] button. The unit switches to Scratch Bank mode. 3 Press the pad 1 or pad 2 while pressing the [5-8] button to switch Scratch Banks.
  • Page 45 Using the Performance Pads Roll mode Loop Roll playback continues according to the assigned number of beats while you press the pad. 1 Press the [HOT CUE] button twice. The unit switches to Roll mode. 2 Press the pad 1 or pad 2 while pressing the [5-8] button. The numbers of beats assigned to the Performance Pads change as follows each time you press the button.
  • Page 46 Using the Performance Pads • Release the Performance Pad to end the Loop Roll playback. Normal playback starts from the exact point the track would have reached by now. Saved Loop mode You can save a loop to a loop slot in Serato DJ Pro and call up a saved loop. 1 Press the [SAMPLER] button twice.
  • Page 47 Using the Performance Pads User mode You can assign your favorite Serato DJ Pro functions to the Performance Pads on the unit using the MIDI assign of Serato DJ Pro. • For details on the MIDI assign of Serato DJ Pro, refer to the Serato DJ Pro software manual (page 6).
  • Page 48 Using the Performance Pads 5 Click [MIDI] on the Serato DJ Pro screen. MIDI assignment mode closes. • You can use the function assigned to the Performance Pad in User mode.

  • Page 49: Rekordbox

    Using the Performance Pads rekordbox Hot Cue mode You can call up a Hot Cue quickly and start playback by pressing a Performance Pad. • You can also call up a loop instead of a Hot Cue. • You can set up to 16 Hot Cues per track, however you can set or call up 8 Hot Cues using this unit.
  • Page 50 Using the Performance Pads Sampler mode You can play a track loaded to a Sampler slot using the Performance Pads. 1 Press the [SAMPLER] button. The unit switches to Sampler mode. 2 Press the pad 1 or pad 2 while pressing the [5-8] button to switch Sampler Banks.
  • Page 51 Using the Performance Pads Track Separation mode You can separately control the vocal, INST, drums parts. 1 Press the [HOT CUE] button while pressing the [SHIFT] button. The unit switches to Track Separation mode. 2 Press a Performance Pad assigned with the function you want to use.
  • Page 52 Using the Performance Pads Sample Scratch mode You can load sampler audio to a deck and use it on the unit. 1 Press the [SAMPLER] button while pressing the [SHIFT] button. The unit switches to Sample scratch mode. 2 Press the pad 1 or pad 2 while pressing the [5-8] button to switch Sampler Banks.
  • Page 53 Using the Performance Pads Pad FX mode You can apply effects using the Performance Pads. 1 Press the [HOT CUE] button twice. The unit switches to Pad FX mode. • Effects are assigned to the Performance Pads as follows. Effect Effect Effect Effect...
  • Page 54 Using the Performance Pads Beat Jump mode You can move the playback point quickly without breaking the rhythm of the track that’s playing. 1 Press the [SAMPLER] button twice. The unit switches to Beat Jump mode. 2 Press the pad 1 or pad 2 while pressing the [5-8] button. The number of beats assigned to the Performance Pads changes as follows each time you press the pad.
  • Page 55 2 Click [MIDI] on the rekordbox screen. The MIDI settings are displayed. 3 Click PLX-CRSS12 in the connected device list. The MIDI status of the selected device is displayed in the list (blank if MIDI isn’t set). 4 Click the [ADD] button then click the function you want to assign.
  • Page 56 Using the Performance Pads 5 Click the function in the list then click [LEARN]. The [LEARN] button turns on and lights up. Example: When you assign [ ] (PlayPause) 6 Press the Performance Pad to assign the function to. If the rekordbox receives a MIDI cord, it is displayed in the [MIDI IN] column.
  • Page 57 Using the Performance Pads 7 Click [MIDI] on the rekordbox screen. MIDI setting screen closes. • You can use the function assigned to the Performance Pad in User mode.

  • Page 58: Settings

    Settings Changing the settings 1 Press and hold the [DECK/UTILITY] button. The Utility screen appears. 2 Press the [HOT CUE] or [SAMPLER] button to select a setting item. 3 Press the [SHIFT] button to confirm the setting item. The settings screen appears. 4 Press the [HOT CUE] or [SAMPLER] button to select a setting value.

  • Page 59: Utility Settings

    Settings Utility settings *: Factory setting Setting item Description VERSION Displays the version of the software on the unit. Sets the turntable torque. TORQUE ADJUST • Setting values: LOW, MID , HIGH Sets the brightness of the buttons and display. LED BRIGHTNESS •...

  • Page 60: Using Dj Software (Midi)

    Using DJ software (MIDI) If you connect a PC/Mac with MIDI software installed, to the unit via a USB cable, you can control the DJ software (other than Serato DJ Pro and rekordbox) via the unit. • For details on the unit’s MIDI messages, visit the URL below. pioneerdj.com/support/ •...

  • Page 61: Specifications

    Specifications General Power requirements.............AC 110 V – 240 V, 50 Hz / 60 Hz Power consumption ......................8 W Power consumption (standby) ..................0.5 W Main unit weight ..................12.2 kg / 26.9 lbs. Max. external dimensions ....(W x D x H) 453 x 353 x 159 mm / 17.8″ x 13.9″ x 6.3″ Tolerable operating temperature .........+5 °C –...
  • Page 62 Specifications Proper cartridge weight..................2.5 g – 12 g * Cartridge weight includes the mounting screws and nuts. When shell weight is used ...................2.5 g – 5.5 g When only balance weight is used................5 g – 9 g When sub weight is used ..................8.5 g – 12 g Input / Output terminals PHONO output terminal RCA pin jacks......................

  • Page 63: Additional Information

    Additional information Troubleshooting If you think something is wrong with the unit, check the information below and refer to the [FAQ] for the PLX-CRSS12 at the URL below. pioneerdj.com/support/ • Inspect devices connected with the unit. • The unit may restore proper operation after you turn it off and on.
  • Page 64 Additional information  Low-pitched buzzing sound (hum/buzz) is heard during playback. • If there are fluorescent lamps or power cords of other equipment near the connection cords of the unit, keep them as far away as possible. • Check the ground wire of the unit is connected correctly. Analog record playback ...

  • Page 65: Cautions On Use

    Additional information  Rotation is too heavy when the Magvel Clamp is installed. • Install the Magvel Clamp correctly (page 11). • If the dial is set to the [HEAVY] side, turn it to the [LIGHT] side.  Rotation is too light when the Magvel Clamp is installed. •...

  • Page 66: Cleaning

    Additional information Cleaning • Turn off the amplifier before attaching or detaching the headshell, or the speakers may be damaged. • Remove the headshell, and remove dust and debris from the stylus tip of the cartridge with a soft brush or something similar. •...

  • Page 67: Trademarks And Registered Trademarks

    Additional information Trademarks and registered trademarks • Pioneer DJ is a trademark of PIONEER CORPORATION and is used under license. • rekordbox™ is a trademark or registered trademark of AlphaTheta Corporation. • Mac is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions.

  • Page 68: Software License Notice

    Additional information Software license notice Apache Copyright (c)2006-2022 NXP Semiconductors. All rights reserved. MCUXpresso SDK: Apache-2.0 Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the License); you may not use this file except in compliance with the License. You may obtain a copy of the License at www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0 Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software distributed under the License is distributed on an AS IS BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF...

  • Page 69: Cautions On Copyrights

    Additional information CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE SOFTWARE. http://www.FreeRTOS.org http://aws.amazon.com/freertos Cautions on copyrights rekordbox restricts playback and duplication of copyright-protected music contents. • When coded data, etc., for protecting the copyright is embedded in the music contents, it may not be possible to operate the program normally.

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