COMPACT DISC PLAYER CDJ-400 Operating Instructions
Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference. In some countries or regions, the shape of the power plug and power outlet may sometimes differ from that shown in the explanatory K015 En drawings. However the method of connecting and operating the unit is the same.
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BEFORE OPERATING (FEATURES) FEATURES Designed for professional use by DJs, the CDJ-400 compact disc player provides all the functions and performance required in disco clubs while offering performance, sound quality and functionality superior to analog players. SCRATCH JOG EFFECT Equipped with Scratch Jog Effect for new scratch sounds. Equipped with three buttons [BUBBLE], [TRANS] and [WAH] for new scratch sounds.
BEFORE OPERATING (FEATURES) OIL DAMPER FLOAT OIL DAMPER FLOAT construction helps resist shakes and impacts. This unit features an OIL DAMPER FLOAT design, making it harder for distortions and sound breakup to occur due to impacts from operation and vibrations from the floor. MULTI READ Supports playback of CD-R and CD-RW discs. (Some discs may not replay properly, however, due to certain special characteristics of some discs and recorders, as well as due to dirty or damaged discs.
BEFORE OPERATING (DISCS USABLE WITH THIS UNIT) DISCS USABLE WITH THIS UNIT Types of discs playable on this unit ÷ The following marks and logos are displayed on disc labels, packaging, or jackets. Types and Logos of playable discs CD CD-TEXT (Note 1) CD-R (Note 2) CD-RW (Note 2) Note 1) Regarding TEXT display: The number of characters that can be displayed is up to 48. When a display exceeds eight characters in length, the display will scroll.
BEFORE OPERATING (DISCS USABLE WITH THIS UNIT) ■ Playing Tracks from USB memory By connecting a USB memory device to the CDJ-400, MP3 files on the USB memory can be played. ÷ The CDJ-400 may not support playback with all USB memory devices or provide sufficient electrical power. Additionally, note that Pioneer is not responsible for any loss of data on a USB memory device that may occur as the result of connecting to the CDJ-400.
BEFORE OPERATING (CAUTIONS REGARDING HANDLING) CAUTIONS REGARDING HANDLING Storing Discs Location Install the player in a well-ventilated location where it will not be exposed to high temperatures or humidity. Do not install the player in a location which is exposed to direct sunlight, or near stoves or radiators. Excessive heat can adversely affect the cabinet and internal components. Installation of the player in a damp or dusty environment may aiso result in a malfunction and can be hazardous.
BEFORE OPERATING (CONNECTIONS) CONNECTIONS Before making or changing connections, switch off the power and disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet. 1. Connection to a Pioneer DJ mixer (audio output and CONTROL connector) Using the supplied audio cables, connect the white plug into the L (left) terminal and the red plug to the R (right) terminal. Connect the supplied control cable to enable control of the unit from the mixer for fader start play and back cue.
BEFORE OPERATING (CONNECTIONS) 3. Connecting to other devices A Connecting to a stereo amplifier (when not using a DJ mixer) Stereo amplifier Connect to the CD or AUX input connectors (Do not use the PHONO input connectors.) CDJ-400 Supplied audio cable B Connecting to a component with digital input connectors CD recorder or amplifier with digital inputs CDJ-400 Digital signal cable ÷ The DIGITAL OUT connectors produce audio data only (without subcodes; CD graphics are not supported).
BEFORE OPERATING (PANEL FACILITIES) PANEL FACILITIES 1 29 2 28 POWER 27 TIME MODE OFF 3 ON MULTI PLAYER AUTO CUE 9. TEMPO control range button (±6/±10/±16/WIDE) 4 Changes the variable range of the tempo control. (☞P.17) ¶ The tempo range will be saved in memory when the power is turned off. EJECT CDJ-400 10. MASTER TEMPO button/indicator BACK SOURCE SELECT TEXT UTILITY 26 MODE MODE MEMORY DELETE SELECT PUSH MEMORY PC 5 USB 11.
BEFORE OPERATING (PANEL FACILITIES) 24. LOOP buttons 7 IN/REALTIME CUE/HOT LOOP button/indicator Use to input loop-in point. (IN ☞P.19) Use to set the current playback point as cue point. (REALTIME CUE ☞P.18) When pressed during loop play, returns playback to loop-in point and begins replay. (HOT LOOP ☞P.19) 7 OUT/OUT ADJUST button/indicator Use to input loop-out point. (OUT ☞P.19) When pressed during loop play, adjusts loop-out point. (OUT ADJUST ☞P.
BEFORE OPERATING (PANEL FACILITIES) 1 2 3 14 13 12 4 5 6 7 1. Segment display x3 Displays folder number, track number, or alphanumeric data. 2. REMAIN Lights when the track remaining time is displayed. 3. Segment display x3 Displays time (minutes) or alphanumeric data. 4. Segment display x2 Displays time (seconds) or alphanumeric data. 5. Segment display x2 Displays time (frame) or alphanumeric data. 6. TEMPO Displays the change rate of tempo. 7. MT Lights when Master Tempo function is ON.
OPERATIONS (DISC LOADING/UNLOADING) DISC LOADING/UNLOADING 3. Press the EJECT button to remove the disc. ÷ When the EJECT button is pressed, disc rotation stops and the disc is ejected from the loading slot. ÷ If the disc cannot be ejected with the EJECT button, insert a pin in the forced ejection hole on the front panel of the player.
OPERATIONS (DJ PLAYER OPERATIONS) DJ PLAYER OPERATIONS Starting playback EJECT AUTO CUE TEXT MODE SOURCE SELECT SELECT PUSH REV VINYL 1. Insert disc in the player. ¶ When inserting a disc, keep the label-side up, and insert only one disc into the disc loading slot located in the front panel of the unit. (☞P.14) ¶ If a CD-ROM with no MP3 file in the first session is inserted, the display will read [NO TRACK] and the CD-ROM will not be played.
OPERATIONS (DJ PLAYER OPERATIONS) 7 Super-Fast search Rotate the jog dial while pressing one of the SEARCH buttons (1, ¡). SELECT PUSH 4, ¢ REV VINYL TRACK SEARCH VINYL 4, ¢ SEARCH 1, ¡ CUE ¶ Hold down one of the SEARCH buttons (1, ¡) while turning the jog dial in the desired direction to enter super-fast forward or super-fast reverse mode. ¶ During Super-Fast search, the search direction is determined by the direction the jog dial is turned.
OPERATIONS (DJ PLAYER OPERATIONS) Scratch Jog Effect Press one of the SCRATCH JOG EFFECT buttons (BUBBLE, TRANS, WAH) during playback while in VINYL mode. SCRATCH JOG EFFECT DIGITAL JOG BREAK/ HOLD REV VINYL VINYL TEMPO ĺ6/ĺ10/ ĺ16/WIDE MASTER TEMPO ¶ The effect is produced only while scratching. BUBBLE Produces a bubbly sound effect, simulating the bubble scratch technique. TRANS Produces an effect resembling sound muted with the mixer’s cross fader.
OPERATIONS (DJ PLAYER OPERATIONS) 2. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button (6). ¶ Playback will instantly start from the set cue point. 7 Cue point sampler (confirming cue points) After specifying a cueing point, press the CUE button in the cue standby mode. IN/ REALTIME CUE/ HOT LOOP REV VINYL VINYL Mixing different tracks SEARCH 1, ¡ CUE ¶ The sound at the specified cue point will continue to play as long as the CUE button is pressed.
OPERATIONS (ADVANCED OPERATIONS) ADVANCED OPERATIONS 7 Changing the loop-out point 1. Press the OUT/OUT ADJUST button during loop playback. ¶ The time of the out point is shown in the display, the OUT/OUT ADJUST button starts to flash rapidly and the IN/REALTIME CUE/HOT LOOP button indicator turns off. RELOOP/ EXIT OUT/ OUT ADJUST IN/ REALTIME CUE/ HOT LOOP REV VINYL BEAT LOOP/ LOOP DIVIDE JOG MODE VINYL SEARCH 1, ¡ 2. Press one of the SEARCH buttons (1, ¡) or turn the jog dial.
OPERATIONS (ADVANCED OPERATIONS) ¶ Reloop cannot be performed during reverse playback. ¶ Seamless reverse playback cannot be performed with loops of 15 seconds or more. ¶ If track search or loop play are performed, scratch/reverse operations may be temporarily disabled. ¶ In the case of MP3, reverse play that overlaps multiple folders is not possible. ¶ During MP3 play, reverse playback may not occur immediately with some tracks.
OPERATIONS (MIDI DETTING) MIDI SETTING MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a unified standard for data exchange between electronic instruments and computers. By selecting the computer with the SOURCE SELECT button, the CDJ-400 is able to send its operating information to applications supporting USB MIDI. Setting the MIDI channel Set and save the MIDI channel (1 to 16). 1. Hold the TEXT MODE/UTILITY MODE button depressed for one second or more to enter the utility setting mode.
OTHER (TROUBLESHOOTING) TROUBLESHOOTING Incorrect operations can be mistaken as malfunctions. If you believe the unit is not operating correctly, consult the chart below. Sometimes incorrect operation may be due to a malfunction in another component. If the problem is not fixed, check the other components used with the player. If the problem still persists, contact your nearest Pioneer authorized service center or dealer for service.
OTHER (TROUBLESHOOTING/SPECIFICATIONS) Error message display When the CDJ-400 CD player is unable to operate properly, an error code is displayed on the display panel. Check the error code displayed against the following table and take the recommended action to correct the error.
Should this product require service in the U.S.A. and you wish to locate the nearest Pioneer Authorized Independent Service Company, or if you wish to purchase replacement parts, operating instructions, service manuals, or accessories, please call the number shown below. 800 – 782 – 7210 Please do not ship your product to Pioneer without first calling the Customer Support Division at the above listed number for assistance. PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA), INC. CUSTOMER SUPPORT DIVISION P.O.
