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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual DJ Controller DDJ-FLX2 alphatheta.com/support/ rekordbox.com algoriddim.com serato.com For FAQ and other support information for this product, visit the websites above.

  • Page 2: How To Read This Manual

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

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents How to read this manual ............... 2 Before you start................. 5 What’s in the box ................5 User guides................... 5 DJ software................... 6 Part names and functions ............10 Top panel..................12 Deck section ................13 Mixer section................19 Bluetooth MIDI indicator .............
  • Page 4 rekordbox for Mac/Windows ..........73 Installing rekordbox for Mac/Windows ........73 Basic use ..................76 Advanced use ................82 Changing the settings in rekordbox for Mac/Windows....95 Serato DJ Lite for Mac/Windows..........97 Installing Serato DJ Lite.............. 97 Basic use .................. 100 Advanced use ................

  • Page 5: Before You Start

    Before you start What’s in the box • Controller • USB cable • Warranty (for some regions)* • Quick Start Guide • Precautions for Use * Only products in North America and Europe. User guides rekordbox Introduction, Instruction Manual Refer to the rekordbox Introduction to find out how to set up rekordbox for Mac/Windows, and see the rekordbox Instruction Manual to find out how to use rekordbox for Mac/Windows.

  • Page 6: Dj Software

    Before you start DJ software rekordbox for iOS/Android • rekordbox for iOS/Android is a mobile device application you can use to manage your music and perform. • By connecting a mobile device running rekordbox for iOS/Android to the unit via a USB cable or Bluetooth, you can perform with music files stored on the device or from a compatible streaming service.
  • Page 7 Before you start rekordbox for Mac/Windows • rekordbox for Mac/Windows is a complete DJ application you can use to manage your music and perform. • Even if you don’t have a paid subscription plan, you can use Performance mode by connecting this unit to your PC/Mac with rekordbox for Mac/Windows installed.
  • Page 8 Before you start djay for iOS/Android djay for iOS/Android is a mobile app you can use for DJing. • You can use the all features of the application that are accessible on the controller by connecting this unit to your mobile device with djay for iOS/Android installed.
  • Page 9 Before you start Serato DJ Lite for Mac/Windows Serato DJ Lite is DJ software from Serato Limited. This unit unlocks the software, which you can download from the Serato website. serato.com/dj/lite/downloads • If you haven’t registered an account, follow the steps below. –...

  • Page 10: Part Names And Functions

    Part names and functions This unit supports the following DJ software. • rekordbox for iOS/Android • rekordbox for Mac/Windows • djay for iOS/Android • djay Pro for Mac/Windows • Serato DJ Lite • Serato DJ Pro (paid license needed.) The following section shows functions of rekordbox for iOS/Android or rekordbox for Mac/Windows, djay for iOS/Android or djay Pro for Mac/ Windows, and Serato DJ Lite separately.
  • Page 11 Part names and functions About “ Using Serato DJ Lite” This section mainly relates to Serato DJ Lite. Functions available only in Serato DJ Pro are shown with Serato DJ Pro...

  • Page 12: Top Panel

    Part names and functions Top panel 1 Deck sections 2 Mixer section 3 Bluetooth MIDI indicator...

  • Page 13: Deck Section

    Part names and functions Deck section Control each deck. There are knobs and buttons on the left side to control deck 1, and on the right side to control deck 2. Using rekordbox for iOS/Android or rekordbox for Mac/ Windows 1 Jog wheel iOS/Android Turn the top:...
  • Page 14 Part names and functions Turn the outer section or turn the top when Vinyl mode is off: Bends the pitch (Pitch Bend – slows down or speeds up the track). • You can turn Vinyl mode on and off using shortcut keys in rekordbox for Mac/ Windows.
  • Page 15 Part names and functions 6 BEAT SYNC button Press: Automatically synchronizes the tempo (BPM) and beatgrid with the deck set as the master. [SHIFT] + press: Enables pad mode selection. rekordbox iOS/Android Read more: Changing pad mode (page 43) rekordbox for Mac/Windows Read more: Changing pad mode (page 82) iOS/Android Hold down the [BEAT SYNC] buttons on deck 1 and deck 2 for at least one...
  • Page 16 Part names and functions [SHIFT] + turn the top: Fast-forward or fast-reverse the track with extra speed. 2 Performance Pads Press: You can use Performance Pads to trigger various features. Read more: Using the Performance Pads (page 66) (page 121) 3 SHIFT button Press another button while holding the [SHIFT] button to use a different feature assigned to the button.
  • Page 17 Part names and functions iOS/Android Hold down the [BEAT SYNC] buttons on deck 1 and deck 2 for at least one second at the same time: The Bluetooth connection with the mobile device is canceled. Press for at least a second: Resets the tempo (BPM) of the playing track to the original tempo.
  • Page 18 Part names and functions • Press the button when the track is paused to set the cue point. • Press the button when the track is playing to return to the cue point and pause. (Back Cue) • Press the button and hold it after the track returns to the cue point and playback will continue until you release the button.

  • Page 19: Mixer Section

    Part names and functions Mixer section 1 MASTER CUE button Press: Plays the master sound through your headphones. rekordbox for iOS/Android Read more: Monitoring with headphones when the unit is connected to a mobile device via USB (page 40) Read more: Monitoring with headphones when the unit is connected to a mobile device via Bluetooth (page 40) djay for iOS/Android Read more: Monitoring with headphones when the unit is connected to a...
  • Page 20 Part names and functions Serato DJ Lite Read more: Monitoring with headphones (page 105) djay Pro for Mac/Windows Read more: Monitoring with headphones (page 119) [SHIFT] + press: Turns Sound Color FX on/off. • Except when using rekordbox for iOS/Android, Smart CFX is turned on/off. 2 EQ (HI, MID, LOW) knobs Boost or reduce the relevant frequency for the selected channel.
  • Page 21 Part names and functions Except rekordbox for iOS/Android Smart CFX applies to each channel. When the knob is at the center position, the original sound outputs. 4 Headphones CUE buttons Press: Play the sound of the relevant channel through your headphones. rekordbox for iOS/Android Read more: Monitoring with headphones when the unit is connected to a mobile device via USB (page 40)
  • Page 22 Part names and functions 6 SMART FADER button Press: Turns the Smart Fader function on/off. • When using djay for iOS/Android or djay Pro for Mac/Windows, Crossfader Fusion is turned on/off. 7 Crossfader Slide: Outputs sound from the channels set to the right/left side of the crossfader according to the crossfader curve.

  • Page 23: Bluetooth Midi Indicator

    Part names and functions Bluetooth MIDI indicator Flashing: Not connected to the mobile device via Bluetooth Solid light: Connected to the mobile device via Bluetooth No light: Detected DJ software via USB • When using DJ software on a mobile device connected via Bluetooth while the unit is being powered from the USB port of a PC/Mac, don't start up DJ software on the PC/Mac.

  • Page 24: Rear Panel

    Part names and functions Rear panel 1 USB port Connection for a USB power adapter (not supplied) or mobile battery (not supplied). Connection for a PC/Mac or iOS/Android device with a USB Type-C port. • Be sure to use the USB cable specified below. –...

  • Page 25: Side Panel

    Part names and functions Side panel (master) output terminal Connection for a powered speaker, a power amplifier, etc. • Stereo mini phone plugs (ø 3.5 mm) can be used with the unit. (master level) knob Adjusts the volume of the master output. (headphones) output terminal Connection for your headphones.

  • Page 26: Connections

    Connections • Be sure to disconnect the USB cable before connecting different devices or changing connections. Refer to the instruction manuals for devices to be connected. • For connection to PC/Mac or a mobile device, be sure to use the USB cable specified below.
  • Page 27 Connections • When using the unit with an iPhone or iPad with a Lightning port, or when using an Android device with a micro USB Type-B port, connect it via Bluetooth. • When using the unit with a USB power adapter or mobile battery connected to the USB port, make sure it has the power supply voltage of DC +5V and the power supply ability of 500 mA or more.

  • Page 28: Connection Examples

    Connections Connection examples Connecting input / output terminals Rear panel For PC/Mac (1) PC/Mac Side panel (1) Powered speakers, power amplifier, etc. (2) Headphones...
  • Page 29 Connections For a mobile device (1) Mobile device (iPhone, iPad, or Android device with a USB Type-C port) * Depending on the device, the connection may not be successful, the sound may not output correctly, or unwanted noise may occur. In these cases, connect via Bluetooth instead.
  • Page 30 Connections Connecting 1 Connect your headphones to the [ (headphones)] output terminal. • Only connect headphones with 32 Ω or more impedance. Headphones with impedance lower than 32 Ω won’t work with the unit. 2 Connect powered speakers, a power amplifier, etc. to the (master)] output terminal.

  • Page 31: Connecting Via Bluetooth

    Connections Connecting via Bluetooth You can connect your mobile device via Bluetooth. Sound does not output from the unit via Bluetooth. Instead, connect a cable from the mobile device to an audio output device before use. DC 5V/500mA Connecting to an audio device (example 1) In this example, the master sound plays in stereo and there is no sound output to the headphones.
  • Page 32 Connections Connecting to an audio output device (example 2) In this example, the master sound and the headphones monitor sound both play in mono. (1) Speaker with built-in amplifier, etc. (2) Headphones (3) Plug for the speaker with built-in amplifier, etc. (4) Plug for the headphones (5) Split cable (not supplied) (6) USB/Lightning to 3.5 mm headphones jack (not supplied)

  • Page 33: Rekordbox For Ios/Android

    rekordbox for iOS/Android Installing rekordbox for iOS/Android Getting started with rekordbox for iOS/Android If you’re using rekordbox for iOS/Android for the first time, install the latest version. If you already have rekordbox for iOS/Android installed, update to the latest version using App Store or Google Play. •...
  • Page 34 rekordbox for iOS/Android 2 Install rekordbox for iOS. When installation is finished, tap [Open] to start rekordbox for iOS. Installing (Android) 1 Scan the QR code or visit the URL below to open Google Play. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pioneerdj.rekordbox 2 Install rekordbox for Android. When installation is finished, tap [Open] to start rekordbox for Android.

  • Page 35: Basic Use

    [I have read the above software use, license agreement], then tap [Agree]. To use rekordbox for iOS/Android, you need to sign up with an AlphaTheta account. rekordbox.com/en/account/register Connecting your mobile device to the unit Connecting with a USB cable...
  • Page 36 rekordbox for iOS/Android When connection is complete, the following screen appears. Connecting via Bluetooth 1 Connect your USB power adapter or mobile battery to the unit's USB port using a USB cable to turn the unit on. 2 Start rekordbox for iOS/Android and turn your mobile device screen horizontal to close the browse screen.
  • Page 37 4 Tap 5 Tap [DDJ-FLX2]. When connection is complete, the following screen appears.

  • Page 38: Playing A Track

    rekordbox for iOS/Android Loading an audio track onto a deck The following explains how to load a track onto deck 1 (left) as an example. 1 Tap the track title area of deck 1 in the upper part of the main screen of rekordbox for iOS/Android.
  • Page 39 rekordbox for iOS/Android 3 Move the channel fader to the top. 4 Adjust the volume of the speakers to a level you're happy with. When the unit is connected to a mobile device via USB: Turn the [ (master level)] knob to adjust the volume of sound from the [ (master)] output terminal.
  • Page 40 rekordbox for iOS/Android Monitoring with headphones when the unit is connected to a mobile device via USB When your mobile device is connected to the unit with a USB cable, you can monitor with headphones from the [ (headphones)] output terminal on the unit.
  • Page 41 rekordbox for iOS/Android 4 Tap at the top-center of the screen. 5 Tap to open the [Settings] screen. 6 Tap [Audio] > [PRE-CUEING] > [Split Output] to turn it on.
  • Page 42 rekordbox for iOS/Android 7 Turn the [ (headphones level)] knob of the unit fully counterclockwise. 8 Press the headphones [CUE] button of channel 1 on the unit. 9 Turn the [ (headphones level)] knob of the unit. Adjust the headphones volume to a level you’re happy with. If stereo sound doesn't output correctly when using the Android device If you set [Android MONO/STEREO] to [STEREO], it may not connect...

  • Page 43: Advanced Use

    rekordbox for iOS/Android Advanced use Changing pad mode You can set the pad mode to Hot Cue mode, Pad FX mode, Beat Loop mode, or Sampler mode using the Performance Pads. 1 Press the [BEAT SYNC] button while holding the [SHIFT] button. Pad mode selection is enabled.

  • Page 44: Using The Performance Pads

    rekordbox for iOS/Android Using the Performance Pads Using Hot Cues You can start playback instantly from the position where a Hot Cue is set. Loops can also be set and called up instantly. • Up to 8 Hot Cues can be set and saved for each track in rekordbox for iOS/Android.
  • Page 45 rekordbox for iOS/Android Setting and calling up Beat Loop 1 See: Changing pad mode (page 43) to enter Beat Loop mode. 2 Press a Performance Pad. Loop is set with the number of beats set on the Performance Pad. Read more: Using Beat Loop (page 46) 3 See: Changing pad mode (page 43) to enter Hot Cue mode.
  • Page 46 rekordbox for iOS/Android Using Release FX of Pad FX You need to assign a Release FX to a Performance Pad in advance. 1 Press and hold down a Performance Pad that has an effect other than a Release FX assigned to it. The effect turns on.
  • Page 47 rekordbox for iOS/Android Using Sampler You can use the Performance Pads to play tracks or sounds assigned to the Sampler slots. 1 See: Changing pad mode (page 43) to enter Sampler mode. 2 Adjust the sampler volume. 3 Press a Performance Pad. The track or sound assigned to the relevant slot is played.

  • Page 48: Using Fader Start

    rekordbox for iOS/Android Using Fader Start Using Channel Fader Start 1 Set the cue point. Pause the track at the position you want to start playback from, then press the [CUE] button on that deck. 2 While holding the [SHIFT] button, move the channel fader from the bottom to the top.
  • Page 49 rekordbox for iOS/Android Analyzing tracks Set [Settings] > [General] > [Track Analysis] > [Auto Analysis] to start track analysis. • If a track is loaded to a deck before analysis is complete, it may take some time to display its BPM and waveform. •...
  • Page 50 rekordbox for iOS/Android Using Smart CFX 1 Press the headphones [CUE] button while holding the [SHIFT] button. The preset screen for Smart CFX is displayed to change the effect type. 2 Press the [MASTER CUE] button while holding the [SHIFT] button. Smart CFX turns on.
  • Page 51 rekordbox for iOS/Android Using Smart Fader 1 Load tracks onto deck 1 and deck 2. 2 Press the [SMART FADER] button. Smart Fader turns on. • When Smart Fader is turned on, Beat Sync turns on. (Beat Sync can't be canceled.) •...
  • Page 52 rekordbox for iOS/Android Operation examples (1): Deck 1, (2): Deck 2 Sound outputs only Sound outputs from Sound outputs only from deck 1: deck 1 and deck 2 at the from deck 2: Plays with the BPM same volume: Plays with the BPM at 100.
  • Page 53 rekordbox for iOS/Android In this example, it changes as follows. • Channel 1: When the crossfader position is between 1/3 and 2/3 from the left, the EQ LOW knob position changes from the center position to the minimum value. • Channel 2: When crossfader position is between 1/3 and 2/3 from the left, the EQ LOW knob position changes from the minimum value to the center position.
  • Page 54 * The echo effect isn’t applied when the crossfader is moved to the right starting from the left edge. • You can select the fader to control Smart Fader in [Settings] > [DDJ-FLX2] > [Fader Used with SMART FADER] in rekordbox for iOS/Android. Canceling Smart Fader Press the [SMART FADER] button.

  • Page 55: Changing The Settings In Rekordbox For Ios/Android

    Changing the settings in rekordbox for iOS/ Android You can change the settings of the unit in rekordbox for iOS/Android under [DDJ-FLX2] in [Settings]. When you connect the unit to rekordbox for iOS/Android, you can change the following settings: [BACK SPIN LENGTH] setting When using the Back Spin feature with the jog wheel, the length of the Back Spin is different from the length of the jog wheel rotation.
  • Page 56 rekordbox for iOS/Android [Android MONO/STEREO] setting Set the sound output method when connecting the unit to the Android device. This setting shows only when the Android device is connected. • [MONO]: Outputs in mono. • [STEREO]: Outputs in stereo. [Demo mode] setting: Set the time to pass before Demo mode starts.

  • Page 57: Djay For Ios/Android

    djay for iOS/Android Installing djay for iOS/Android Getting started with djay for iOS/Android If you’re using djay for iOS/Android for the first time, install the latest version. If you already have djay for iOS/Android installed, update to the latest version using App Store or Google Play. •...
  • Page 58 djay for iOS/Android 2 Install djay for iOS. When installation is finished, tap [Open] to start djay for iOS. Installing (Android) 1 Scan the QR code or visit the URL below to open Google Play. https://www.algoriddim.com/store/djay-android 2 Install djay for Android. When installation is finished, tap [Open] to start djay for Android.

  • Page 59: Basic Use

    djay for iOS/Android Basic use Starting djay for iOS/Android Tap the djay icon. djay Connecting your mobile device to the unit Connecting with a USB cable Connect your mobile device to the unit's USB port using a USB cable. Connecting via Bluetooth 1 Connect your USB power adapter or mobile battery to the unit's USB port using a USB cable to turn the unit on.
  • Page 60 5 Tap [DDJ-FLX2]. The mobile device is connected to the unit via Bluetooth. When the connection is complete, the Bluetooth MIDI indicator of the unit changes from flashing to lit solid. • [DDJ-FLX2_X] (X is a number of 1 through 16) may be displayed on the [Bluetooth MIDI Devices] screen.

  • Page 61: Playing A Track

    djay for iOS/Android Playing a track This section explains how to play sound from deck 1 (left) as an example. 1 Set the positions of the knobs etc. as follows: • EQ [HI/MID/LOW] knobs: center position (12 o’clock) • [CFX] knob: center position •...
  • Page 62 djay for iOS/Android 4 Adjust the volume of the speakers to a level you're happy with. When the unit is connected to a mobile device via USB: Turn the [ (master level)] knob to adjust the volume of sound from the [ (master)] output terminal.
  • Page 63 djay for iOS/Android Monitoring with headphones when the unit is connected to a mobile device via USB When your mobile device is connected to the unit with a USB cable, you can monitor with headphones from the [ (headphones)] output terminal on the unit.
  • Page 64 djay for iOS/Android 4 Enable the split function on the settings screen. • When using a split cable (not supplied) to output the master sound and headphones sound, enable the split function. djay for iOS Set on [Settings] > [Audio Decive Setup] > [Pre-Cueing] > [Split Output]. djay for Android Set on [Settings] >...

  • Page 65: Advanced Use

    djay for iOS/Android Advanced use Changing pad mode You can set the pad mode to Hot Cue mode, Pad FX mode, Auto Loop mode, or Sampler mode using the Performance Pads. 1 Press the [BEAT SYNC] button while holding the [SHIFT] button. Pad mode selection is enabled.

  • Page 66: Using The Performance Pads

    djay for iOS/Android Using the Performance Pads Using Hot Cues You can start playback instantly from the position where a Hot Cue is set. • Up to 8 Hot Cues can be set and saved for each track in djay for iOS/ Android.
  • Page 67 djay for iOS/Android Using Pad FX You can add a wide range of effects to your performances simply by pressing and releasing the Performance Pads. 1 See: Changing pad mode (page 43) to enter Pad FX mode. 2 Press and hold down a Performance Pad, or press once. The effect set on the Performance Pad turns on.
  • Page 68 djay for iOS/Android Using Auto Loop When you press a Performance Pad in Auto Loop mode, a loop with the number of beats assigned to the pad is set and the loop plays even when you release the pad. 1 See: Changing pad mode (page 43) to enter Auto Loop mode. 2 Press a Performance Pad during playback.
  • Page 69 djay for iOS/Android Using Sampler You can use the Performance Pads to play tracks or sounds assigned to the Sampler slots. 1 See: Changing pad mode (page 43) to enter Sampler mode. 2 Press a Performance Pad. The track or sound assigned to the relevant slot is played. Sampler slots are set to Performance Pads as follows.

  • Page 70: Using Fader Start

    djay for iOS/Android Using Fader Start Using Channel Fader Start 1 Set the temporary cue point. Pause the track at the position you want to start playback from, then press the [CUE] button on that deck. 2 While holding the [SHIFT] button, move the channel fader from the bottom to the top.
  • Page 71 djay for iOS/Android Using Smart CFX Using the [CFX] knob, you can add a dynamic effect to liven up the track. 1 Press the headphones [CUE] button while holding the [SHIFT] button. The Smart CFX type is selected. • If you press the headphones [CUE] button of channel 1, Preset 1 (Riser/ Stutter type) will be selected.
  • Page 72 djay for iOS/Android Using Crossfader Fusion With Crossfader Fusion, you can use the crossfader to create an exciting transition as you mix from one track to the next. 1 Press the [SMART FADER] button. Crossfader Fusion is turned on. • Press the [SMART FADER] button while holding the [SHIFT] button to change the effect type.

  • Page 73: Rekordbox For Mac/Windows

    rekordbox for Mac/Windows Installing rekordbox for Mac/Windows Getting started with rekordbox for Mac/Windows If you’re using rekordbox for Mac/Windows for the first time, download the latest version from rekordbox.com and install it in the following way. If you already have rekordbox for Mac/Windows installed, update to the latest version using the Update Manager which you’ll see when you start rekordbox for Mac/Windows.
  • Page 74 rekordbox for Mac/Windows 3 Read the terms of the License Agreement carefully and if you agree to them, click [Agree]. • If you do not agree to the contents of the License Agreement, click [Disagree] to cancel the installation. 4 When the screen for completing the installation appears, click [Close] to end the installation.
  • Page 75 rekordbox for Mac/Windows 3 Read the terms of the License Agreement carefully and if you agree to them, select [Agree], then click [Next]. • If you do not agree to the contents of the license agreement, click [Cancel] to cancel the installation. •...

  • Page 76: Basic Use

    Mac/Windows Basic use Starting rekordbox for Mac/Windows You need to register an AlphaTheta account to use rekordbox for Mac/ Windows. For details, see rekordbox Introduction. For Mac In Finder, open the [Applications] folder, then double-click the [rekordbox 7] > [rekordbox.app] icon.

  • Page 77: Checking Audio Setup

    Windows are set as follows: For Mac [Audio]: [DDJ-FLX2] [Output channels]: [Master Output]: [DDJ-FLX2 : MASTER + audio device name on Mac] [Headphones Output]: [DDJ-FLX2 : PHONES] • When PC MASTER OUT is off, [Master Output] in the [Audio] setting is [DDJ-FLX2 : MASTER].
  • Page 78 rekordbox for Mac/Windows Adding music files into your Collection The [Collection] screen contains a list of music files managed by rekordbox for Mac/Windows. Add music files on your PC/Mac to your Collection so the software can analyze them and they can be used in rekordbox for Mac/Windows. 1 Click [Collection].

  • Page 79: Playing A Track

    rekordbox for Mac/Windows Playing a track This section explains how to play sound from deck 1 (left) as an example. 1 Set the positions of the knobs, etc. as follows: • EQ [HI/MID/LOW] knobs: center position (12 o’clock) • [CFX] knob: center position •...
  • Page 80 PC/Mac instead of using the [ (master level)] knob. • If you can’t output sound from the [ (master)] output terminal or the unit isn’t recognized by your PC/Mac, go to the [FAQ] on the AlphaTheta support website. alphatheta.com/support/...
  • Page 81 rekordbox for Mac/Windows Monitoring with headphones This section explains how to play sound from deck 1 (left) as an example. 1 Turn the [ (headphones level)] knob fully counterclockwise. 2 Press the headphones [CUE] button for channel 1. 3 Turn the [ (headphones level)] knob.

  • Page 82: Advanced Use

    rekordbox for Mac/Windows Advanced use Changing pad mode You can set the pad mode to Hot Cue mode, Pad FX mode, Beat Loop mode, or Sampler mode using the Performance Pads. 1 Press the [BEAT SYNC] button while holding the [SHIFT] button. Pad mode selection is enabled.

  • Page 83: Using The Performance Pads

    rekordbox for Mac/Windows Using the Performance Pads Using Hot Cues You can start playback instantly from the position where a Hot Cue is set. Loops can also be set and called up instantly. • Up to 16 Hot Cues can be set and saved for each track in rekordbox for Mac/Windows.
  • Page 84 rekordbox for Mac/Windows Setting and calling up Beat Loop 1 See: Changing pad mode (page 82) to enter Beat Loop mode. 2 Press a Performance Pad. Loop is set with the number of beats set on the Performance Pad. Read more: Using Beat Loop (page 86) 3 See: Changing pad mode (page 82) to enter Hot Cue mode.
  • Page 85 rekordbox for Mac/Windows While holding the [SHIFT] button 1: Effect I, 2: Effect J, 3: Effect K, 4: Effect L, 5: Effect M, 6: Effect N, 7: Effect O, 8: Effect P 2 Press and hold down a Performance Pad, or press and hold down a Performance Pad while holding the [SHIFT] button.
  • Page 86 rekordbox for Mac/Windows Using Beat Loop If you press a Performance Pad, a loop with the number of beats assigned to the pad is set. The loop keeps playing after you remove your finger from the pad. 1 See: Changing pad mode (page 82) to enter Beat Loop mode. The number of beats set to the Performance Pads are as follows: 1: 1/4 beat, 2: 1/2 beat, 3: 1 beat, 4: 2 beats, 5: 4 beats, 6: 8 beats, 7: 16 beats, 8: 32 beats...
  • Page 87 rekordbox for Mac/Windows Loading a track into a Sampler slot 1 See: Changing pad mode (page 82) to enter Sampler mode. 2 Click the button at the right of [BANK] on the [SAMPLER] panel in rekordbox for Mac/Windows to change the Sampler bank. In rekordbox for Mac/Windows, the sampler has 4 banks, and each bank has 16 slots.
  • Page 88 rekordbox for Mac/Windows • Sampler slots are set to Performance Pads as follows. (The slots in brackets are for when the Pad mode of deck 2 is set to Sampler mode.) 1: Slot 1 (slot 9), 2: Slot 2 (slot 10), 3: Slot 3 (slot 11), 4: Slot 4 (slot 12), 5: Slot 5 (slot 13), 6: Slot 6 (slot 14), 7: Slot 7 (slot 15), 8: Slot 8 (slot 16) 5 During Sampler playback, press the Performance Pad again.

  • Page 89: Using Fader Start

    rekordbox for Mac/Windows Using Fader Start Using Channel Fader Start 1 Set the cue point. Pause the track at the position you want to start playback from, then press the [CUE] button on that deck. 2 While holding the [SHIFT] button, move the channel fader from the bottom to the top.

  • Page 90: Analyzing Tracks

    rekordbox for Mac/Windows Analyzing tracks Track analysis starts when you drag and drop a music file, or a folder containing music files, into the Track List in rekordbox for Mac/ Windows. • If a track is loaded to a deck before analysis is complete, it may take some time to display its BPM and waveform.
  • Page 91 rekordbox for Mac/Windows • When Smart CFX is turned on, some effects, trims, etc. can't be controlled on the rekordbox for Mac/Windows screen. Canceling Smart CFX Press the [MASTER CUE] button while holding the [SHIFT] button. Smart CFX is turned off. Using Smart Fader 1 Load tracks onto deck 1 and deck 2.
  • Page 92 rekordbox for Mac/Windows Operation examples (1): Deck 1, (2): Deck 2 Sound outputs only Sound outputs from Sound outputs only from deck 1: deck 1 and deck 2 at the from deck 2: Plays with the BPM same volume: Plays with the BPM at 100.
  • Page 93 rekordbox for Mac/Windows In this example, it changes as follows. • Channel 1: When the crossfader position is between 1/3 and 2/3 from the left, the EQ LOW knob position changes from the center position to the minimum value. • Channel 2: When crossfader position is between 1/3 and 2/3 from the left, the EQ LOW knob position changes from the minimum value to the center position.
  • Page 94 rekordbox for Mac/Windows * The echo effect isn’t applied when the crossfader is moved to the right starting from the left edge. • You can select the fader to control Smart Fader in [Preferences] > [Controller] > [Mixer] > [SMART FADER] > [Fader Used with SMART FADER] in rekordbox for Mac/Windows.

  • Page 95: Changing The Settings In Rekordbox For Mac/Windows

    rekordbox for Mac/Windows Changing the settings in rekordbox for Mac/ Windows You can change the settings of the unit in rekordbox for Mac/Windows under [Controller] in [Preferences]. When you connect the unit to rekordbox for Mac/Windows, you can change the following settings: [Controller] >...
  • Page 96 Change the position of the SMART CFX preset window from [Top Left], [Top Right], [Center], [Bottom Left], and [Bottom Right]. The default setting is [Center]. [Controller] > [DDJ-FLX2]: [Demo mode] setting: Set the time to pass before Demo mode starts.

  • Page 97: Serato Dj Lite For Mac/Windows

    Serato DJ Lite for Mac/Windows Installing Serato DJ Lite Installing (Mac) Do not connect the unit to your Mac until installation is complete. • Close all programs on your Mac. 1 Unzip the downloaded Serato DJ Lite software file. 2 Double-click the unzipped software file to launch the installer. 3 Read the terms of the License Agreement carefully and if you agree, click [Agree].
  • Page 98 Serato DJ Lite for Mac/Windows 6 Click [Close] to quit the installer.
  • Page 99 Serato DJ Lite for Mac/Windows Installing (Windows) Do not connect the unit to your PC until installation is complete. • Log into your PC as an administrator before starting the installation. • Close all programs on your PC. 1 Unzip the downloaded Serato DJ Lite software file. 2 Double-click the unzipped software file to launch the installer.

  • Page 100: Basic Use

    Serato DJ Lite for Mac/Windows Basic use Serato DJ Lite Starting This manual mainly focuses on explaining the hardware functions of the unit. For detailed instructions on using the Serato DJ Lite software, see the Serato DJ Lite software manual. For Mac In Finder, open the [Applications] folder, then double-click the [Serato DJ Lite] icon.
  • Page 101 Serato DJ Lite for Mac/Windows The following screen shows when tracks are loaded onto decks in Serato DJ Lite. A Deck section Track information (track name, artist name, BPM, etc.), the overall waveform, and other information about the loaded track is displayed. B Waveform display The waveform of the loaded track is displayed.
  • Page 102 Serato DJ Lite for Mac/Windows Importing music files (tracks) • There are various ways to import tracks into Serato DJ Lite. For details, see the Serato DJ Lite software manual. • If you've previously used Serato Limited’s DJ software (e.g. Scratch Live, ITCH, Serato DJ Intro, Serato DJ, or Serato DJ Pro) and you’ve already created track libraries, you can use these libraries with Serato DJ Lite.

  • Page 103: Playing A Track

    Serato DJ Lite for Mac/Windows Loading an audio track onto a deck Select an imported track in a crate, and drag and drop it onto deck 1 of Serato DJ Lite. Playing a track This section explains how to play sound from deck 1 (left) as an example.
  • Page 104 (master level)] knob to adjust the volume of the speakers to a level you’re happy with. • If you can’t output sound from the [ (master)] output terminal or the unit isn’t recognized by your PC/Mac, go to the [FAQ] on the AlphaTheta support website. alphatheta.com/support/...
  • Page 105 Serato DJ Lite for Mac/Windows Monitoring with headphones This section explains how to play sound from deck 1 (left) as an example. 1 Turn the [ (headphones level)] knob fully counterclockwise. 2 Press the headphones [CUE] button for channel 1. 3 Turn the [ (headphones level)] knob.

  • Page 106: Advanced Use

    Serato DJ Lite for Mac/Windows Advanced use Changing pad mode You can set the pad mode to Hot Cue mode, Pad FX mode, Auto Loop mode, or Sampler mode using the Performance Pads. 1 Press the [BEAT SYNC] button while holding the [SHIFT] button. Pad mode selection is enabled.

  • Page 107: Using The Performance Pads

    Serato DJ Lite for Mac/Windows Using the Performance Pads This section mainly relates to Serato DJ Lite. Functions in Serato DJ Pro are shown with Serato DJ Pro Using Hot Cues You can start playback instantly from the position where a Hot Cue is set.
  • Page 108 Serato DJ Lite for Mac/Windows Using Pad FX You can add a wide range of effects to your performances simply by pressing and releasing the Performance Pads. 1 See: Changing pad mode (page 106) to enter Pad FX mode. 2 Press and hold down a Performance Pad, or press once. The effect set on the Performance Pad turns on.
  • Page 109 Serato DJ Lite for Mac/Windows Using Auto Loop When you press a Performance Pad in Auto Loop mode, a loop with the number of beats assigned to the pad is set and the loop plays even when you release the pad. 1 See: Changing pad mode (page 106) to enter Auto Loop mode.
  • Page 110 Serato DJ Lite for Mac/Windows Using Sampler You can use the Performance Pads to play tracks or sounds assigned to the Sampler slots. 1 Open the [SAMPLER] panel in Serato DJ Lite. 2 See: Changing pad mode (page 106) to enter Sampler mode. 3 Drag and drop tracks or sounds from the library to load them into the [SAMPLER] slots.

  • Page 111: Using Fader Start

    Serato DJ Lite for Mac/Windows Using Fader Start Using Channel Fader Start 1 Set the temporary cue point. Pause the track at the position you want to start playback from, then press the [CUE] button on that deck. 2 While holding the [SHIFT] button, move the channel fader from the bottom to the top.
  • Page 112 Serato DJ Lite for Mac/Windows Analyzing tracks Click the [Analyze Files] button in Serato DJ Lite to analyze tracks in your library that haven't been analyzed yet. You can also analyze the track by dragging and dropping it on the [Analyze Files] button. •...
  • Page 113 Serato DJ Lite for Mac/Windows • When the knob is at the center position, the effect isn’t applied. 4 Press the [MASTER CUE] button while holding the [SHIFT] button again. Smart CFX turns off. Using Smart Fader With Smart Fader, you can use the crossfader or channel faders to create an exciting transition as you mix from one track to the next.

  • Page 114: Djay Pro For Mac/Windows

    djay Pro for Mac/Windows Installing djay Pro for Mac/Windows Installing (Mac) Do not connect the unit to your Mac until installation is complete. • Close all programs on your Mac. 1 Visit the URL below. algoriddim.com 2 Click [Download on the Mac App Store]. App Store starts.

  • Page 115: Basic Use

    djay Pro for Mac/Windows Basic use for Mac/Windows Starting djay Pro This manual mainly focuses on explaining the hardware functions of the unit. For detailed instructions on using the djay Pro for Mac/ Windows software, see the djay Pro for Mac/Windows software manual.
  • Page 116 djay Pro for Mac/Windows Importing music files (tracks) • There are various ways to import tracks into djay Pro for Mac/ Windows. For details, see the djay Pro for Mac/Windows software manual. The typical way to import music files (tracks) is as follows. 1 Click [ ] in the djay Pro for Mac/Windows screen.
  • Page 117 djay Pro for Mac/Windows Playing a track This section explains how to play sound from deck 1 (left) as an example. 1 Set the positions of the knobs etc. as shown below. • EQ [HI/MID/LOW] knobs: center position (12 o’clock) •...
  • Page 118 (master level)] knob to adjust the volume of the speakers to a level you’re happy with. • If you can’t output sound from the [ (master)] output terminal or the unit isn’t recognized by your PC/Mac, go to the [FAQ] on the AlphaTheta support website. alphatheta.com/support/...
  • Page 119 djay Pro for Mac/Windows Monitoring with headphones This section explains how to play sound from deck 1 (left) as an example. 1 Turn the [ (headphones level)] knob fully counterclockwise. 2 Press the headphones [CUE] button for channel 1. 3 Turn the [ (headphones level)] knob.

  • Page 120: Advanced Use

    djay Pro for Mac/Windows Advanced use Changing pad mode You can set the pad mode to Hot Cue mode, Pad FX mode, Auto Loop mode, or Sampler mode using the Performance Pads. 1 Press the [BEAT SYNC] button while holding the [SHIFT] button. Pad mode selection is enabled.
  • Page 121 djay Pro for Mac/Windows Using the Performance Pads Using Hot Cues You can start playback instantly from the position where a Hot Cue is set. • Up to 8 Hot Cues can be set and saved for each track in djay Pro for Mac/Windows.
  • Page 122 djay Pro for Mac/Windows Using Pad FX You can add a wide range of effects to your performances simply by pressing and releasing the Performance Pads. 1 See: Changing pad mode (page 120) to enter Pad FX mode. 2 Press and hold down a Performance Pad, or press once. The effect set on the Performance Pad turns on.
  • Page 123 djay Pro for Mac/Windows Using Auto Loop When you press a Performance Pad in Auto Loop mode, a loop with the number of beats assigned to the pad is set and the loop plays even when you release the pad. 1 See: Changing pad mode (page 120) to enter Auto Loop mode.
  • Page 124 djay Pro for Mac/Windows Using Sampler You can use the Performance Pads to play tracks or sounds assigned to the Sampler slots. 1 See: Changing pad mode (page 120) to enter Sampler mode. 2 Press a Performance Pad. The track or sound assigned to the relevant slot is played. Sampler slots are set to Performance Pads as follows.
  • Page 125 djay Pro for Mac/Windows Using Fader Start Using Channel Fader Start 1 Set the temporary cue point. Pause the track at the position you want to start playback from, then press the [CUE] button on that deck. 2 While holding the [SHIFT] button, move the channel fader from the bottom to the top.
  • Page 126 djay Pro for Mac/Windows Using Smart CFX Using the [CFX] knob, you can add a dynamic effect to liven up the track. 1 Press the headphones [CUE] button while holding the [SHIFT] button. The Smart CFX type is selected. • If you press the headphones [CUE] button of channel 1, Preset 1 (Riser/ Stutter type) will be selected.
  • Page 127 djay Pro for Mac/Windows Using Crossfader Fusion With Crossfader Fusion, you can use the crossfader to create an exciting transition as you mix from one track to the next. 1 Press the [SMART FADER] button. Crossfader Fusion is turned on. •...

  • Page 128: Changing The Settings

    Changing the settings Launching Utilities mode Be sure to close your DJ application and then launch Utilities mode. To use Utilities mode when connected to rekordbox for iOS/Android or rekordbox for Mac/Windows, set it on the preferences screen in rekordbox for iOS/Android or rekordbox for Mac/Windows. Read: Changing the settings in rekordbox for iOS/Android (page 55) Read: Changing the settings in rekordbox for Mac/Windows (page 95)

  • Page 129: Utilities Mode Settings

    Changing the settings Utilities mode settings You can change the following settings in Utilities mode: • Back Spin Length • Fader Start • Android MONO/STEREO • Demo mode Back Spin Length When using a jog wheel to perform a Back Spin, you can make the Back Spin longer or shorter than the amount you rotate the jog wheel You can set the Back Spin Length to short, normal, or long.
  • Page 130 Changing the settings Android MONO/STEREO Set the sound output method when connecting to the Android device. When you select the stereo output, sound may not output normally. In this case, select the mono output. Press Performance Pad 8 on the left deck. •...

  • Page 131: Changing The Bluetooth Midi Device Name

    Changing the Bluetooth MIDI device name ® When using multiple units of the DDJ-FLX2, you can set each unit to be identified by your mobile device. You can change the Bluetooth MIDI device name displayed when the units and your mobile device are connected via Bluetooth.
  • Page 132 Changing the settings 3 Connect the mobile device to the unit via Bluetooth.

  • Page 133: Additional Information

    Additional information Troubleshooting If you think something is wrong with the unit, check the information below and go to the [FAQ] for the DDJ-FLX2 on the AlphaTheta website. alphatheta.com/support/ Sometimes, the problem may be caused by another device. Inspect the other devices and electrical appliances you’re using and refer to their manuals and FAQ if necessary.
  • Page 134 [MIDI Window] or [MIDI Studio]. Select the [DDJ-FLX2] icon, and click [Remove Device]. (The icon may be [USB MIDI Device] instead of [DDJ-FLX2]. In this case, select [USB MIDI Device].) Connect the unit with the USB cable again. The [DDJ- FLX2] icon is displayed.
  • Page 135 Additional information • You can't use a USB cable to connect the unit to an iPhone or iPad with a Lightning port, or an Android device with a Micro USB Type-B port. You can connect these types of devices via Bluetooth instead. Bluetooth connection cannot be established.
  • Page 136 • Depending on the Android device, the connection may not work correctly. In this case, seek support at the URL below. alphatheta.com/support/ When the unit is connected to a mobile device via USB, sound doesn’t output from the mobile device.
  • Page 137 Additional information When the unit is connected to a mobile device via Bluetooth, sound doesn’t output from the [ (master)] output terminal or (headphones)] output terminal on the unit. • When the unit is connected to a mobile device via Bluetooth, sound can't be output from the [ (master)] output terminal or (headphones)] output terminal on the unit.
  • Page 138 Additional information rekordbox for Mac/Windows rekordbox becomes unstable. • Update rekordbox to the latest version. See: Installing rekordbox for Mac/Windows (page 73) • Quit any other applications on your PC/Mac. If rekordbox remains unstable, try disabling the wireless network or other wireless connections, antivirus software, screen saver, low-power mode, etc.
  • Page 139 Additional information Serato DJ Lite Serato DJ Lite becomes unstable. • Update Serato DJ Lite to the latest version. See: Installing Serato DJ Lite (page 97) • Quit any other applications on your PC/Mac. If Serato DJ Lite remains unstable, try disabling the wireless network or other wireless connections, antivirus software, screen saver, low-power mode, etc.
  • Page 140 • If the unit doesn't work correctly or won't turn on, disconnect the cable from the USB port of the unit, and connect it again after a while. If the problem still occurs, contact the AlphaTheta Support team or ask your retailer to repair/exchange the unit.

  • Page 141: Specifications

    Additional information Specifications General – Main Unit Power ..................DC 5 V Rated current................500 mA Main unit weight............1.2 kg (2.6 lbs.) Max. dimensions (W × D × H) ........383.2 × 208 × 48.2 mm (15.09” × 8.19” × 1.90”) Tolerable operating temperature..+5 °C – +35 °C (+41 °F – +95 °F) Tolerable operating humidity....
  • Page 142 Additional information Bluetooth® Section Wireless system ..........Bluetooth Low Energy Maximum transmission distance ......Approximately 10 m* in unobstructed circumstances Frequency band used............2.4 GHz Modulation method ... FH-SS (Frequency hopping spread spectrum) * Transmission distances are a guideline. Transmission distance may change depending on the surrounding environment.

  • Page 143: Using The Unit As A Controller For Other Dj Applications

    (You need to set MIDI details in the DJ application.) • For details, see your DJ application’s user guide. About MIDI messages For details on this unit’s MIDI messages, see the List of MIDI Messages. • For details on the unit’s MIDI messages, visit the URL below. alphatheta.com/support/...

  • Page 144: Trademarks And Registered Trademarks

    Additional information Trademarks and registered trademarks • rekordbox is a trademark or registered trademark of AlphaTheta Corporation. • Apple, Apple Logo, Apple Music, Finder, iPad, iPadOS, iTunes, Mac, MacBook, MacBook Pro, macOS and OS X are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions.
  • Page 145 Additional information About using MP3 files This product has been licensed for nonprofit use. This product has not been licensed for commercial purposes (for profit-making use), such as broadcasting (terrestrial, satellite, cable or other types of broadcasting), streaming on the Internet, Intranet (a corporate network) or other types of networks or distributing of electronic information (online digital music distribution service).

  • Page 146: Software License Notice

    Additional information Software license notice Apache Copyright (c) 2009-2019 ARM Limited. All rights reserved. SPDX-License-Identifier: 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,...
  • Page 147 Additional information 2. Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution. 3. Neither the name of the copyright holder nor the names of its contributors may be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission.

  • Page 148: Cautions On Copyrights

    The specifications and design of this product are subject to change without notice. © 2024 AlphaTheta Corporation All rights reserved. <DRI1917-A>...

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