Additional Information; Troubleshooting - Pioneer DDJ-SZ Operating Instructions Manual

Additional information

Troubleshooting

! Incorrect operation is often mistaken for trouble or malfunction. If you think that there is something wrong with this component, check the points below and the [FAQ] for
the [DDJ-SZ] on the Pioneer DJ support site.
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.
! This unit may not operate properly due to static electricity or other external influences. In this case, proper operation may be restored by turning the power off, waiting 1
minute, then turning the power back on.
Problem
The power is not turned on.
This unit is not recognized.
Tracks are not displayed in the library.
iTunes tracks are not displayed in the library. Is [Show iTunes Library] at the [Library+Display] tab in
Music files in the library cannot be edited
(changing track names, etc.).
Recording is not possible.
No sound or small sound.
Distorted sound.
Sound being played is interrupted when
using DJ software.
Cannot output the microphone sound.
Cannot output the sound of the external
device.
Sound is interrupted when the ASIO driver
is set.
The indicator flashes and operation is
strange.
Serato DJ operation is unstable.
The jog dial illumination does not turn dur-
ing playback. (It does turn when scratching.)
The [TEMPO] slider does not work when the
deck is switched while the sync mode is set.
(The TAKEOVER indicator lights.)
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Check
Is the [u] switch of the power on?
Is the power cord properly connected?
Is the included USB cable properly connected?
Are you using a USB hub?
Is the driver software properly set?
Have music files been imported?
Is a crate or subcrate that does not contain any tracks
selected?
the [SETUP] menu checked?
Is a crate or subcrate that does not contain any tracks
selected?
Is [Protect Library] at the [SETUP] menu's
[Library+Display] tab enabled?
Is the recording level low?
Have you saved the recording after completing it?
Are the [TRIM] control, channel fader, crossfader, the
[LINE, PHONO, USB] selector switch (or the [CD, USB]
selector switch) and the [MASTER LEVEL] control set to
the correct position?
Are the connected powered speakers, etc., properly set?
Are the connection cables properly connected?
Are the terminals and plugs dirty?
Is the driver software properly set?
Is the [MASTER LEVEL] control set to the proper position?
Is the [TRIM] control set to the proper position?
Is the driver software's latency value suitable?
Are the [OFF, ON, TALK OVER] selector switches set to
the proper position?
Is the [LINE, PHONO, USB] selector switch (or [CD, USB]
selector switch) set to the proper position?
Has the ASIO driver been set with Serato DJ running?
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Are you using the latest version of the software?
Are you using softwares other than Serato DJ at the same
time?
When other USB devices are connected to the computer.
Are you using a USB hub?
There is a problem with the USB port to which this unit is
connected.
Is this unit connected to a notebook computer running on
its battery?
The USB buffer size is too small.
Is the setting in the utilities mode wrong?
Remedy
Turn the [u] switch of the power on.
Plug in the power cord to an AC outlet. (page 6 )
Connect the included USB cable properly.
USB hubs cannot be used. Connect the computer and this unit directly using the included
USB cable.
Set the driver software properly. (page 4 )
Import the music files properly.
For details on importing music files, see the Serato DJ software manual.
Either select a crate or subcrate that contains any tracks or add tracks to the crate or
subcrate.
Check [Show iTunes Library].
For details on importing music files, see the Serato DJ software manual.
Either select a crate or subcrate that contains any tracks or add tracks to the crate or
subcrate.
Disable [Protect Library].
Adjust the gain control on the [REC] panel in the Serato DJ software.
Save the recording after completing it.
For detailed instructions on recording, see the Serato DJ software manual.
Set the [TRIM] control, channel fader, crossfader, the [LINE, PHONO, USB] selector switch
(or the [CD, USB] selector switch) and the [MASTER LEVEL] control to the correct position.
Properly set the external input selection, volume, etc., on the powered speakers, etc.
Connect the connection cables properly.
Clean the terminals and plugs before making connections.
Set the driver software properly. (page 4 )
Adjust the [MASTER LEVEL] control so that the master level indicator's orange indicator
lights at the peak level.
Adjust the [TRIM] control so that the channel level indicator's orange indicator lights at the
peak level.
Set the driver software's latency to a suitable value.
Set the DJ software's latency to a suitable value.
Set the [OFF, ON, TALK OVER] selector switches to the proper position.
Set the [LINE, PHONO, USB] selector switch (or [CD, USB] selector switch) to the proper
position.
Set the ASIO driver before launching Serato DJ. (page 27 )
Normal operation can sometimes be restored by unplugging the power cord, waiting at least
1 minute, then plugging the power cord back in. If the symptom persists, unplug the power
cord and request repairs.
Free updates of Serato DJ can be downloaded from the website. Use the most recent version.
(page 4 )
Quit other applications to decrease the load on the computer.
If operation continues to be unstable, try disabling the wireless network or other wireless
connections, antivirus software, the screen saver, the low power mode, etc.
(page 4 )
Disconnect other USB devices from the computer.
When another USB audio device is connected to the computer at the same time, it may not
operate or be recognized normally.
USB hubs cannot be used. Connect the computer and this unit directly using the included
USB cable.
If your computer has multiple USB ports, try connecting this unit to a different USB port.
Supply power to the notebook computer from an AC power supply.
(Depending on the notebook computer's settings, the low power mode may be set when the
computer is running on its battery, automatically reducing the performance of the computer
itself.) (page 4 )
Raise the USB buffer size. (page 27 )
In utilities mode, check that the unit is not set to be forcefully operated as a general MIDI
controller.