÷ 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. ÷ Reading from a USB memory device may take time if large quantities of data are.

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CDJ-400 Frequently Asked Questions

Q:

What can I connect to the unit’s USB ports?

A:

The “device” (B-type) USB connection on the back is for connecting the player to a PC. The
“host” (A-type) USB connection on the face of the player is for connecting USB storage devices
such as a flash drive, MP3 player or external hard drive.

Q:

Can I connect a keyboard?

A:

No. To search for files quickly, simply use the rotary knob on the face of the player.

Q:

Can I use a USB hub to connect multiple storage devices?

A:

No. The USB connection supports a single device at a time.

Q:

How do I connect the player to my computer?

A:

Yes. To connect the CD-400 to your PC, use a USB cable (commercially available). To use a
non-Pioneer software application to control the player, refer to the instruction manual that came
with the software.

Q:

Can I control the player using application software other than Pioneer’s DJS?

A:

Yes. Currently Serato Scratch LIVE supports the player in Native Mode. Any other MIDI-
capable application can be controlled as well. We plan to include Native Mode control of other
non-Pioneer DJ applications in the future.

Q:

What version of Serata Scratch LIVE is supported?

A:

Scratch LIVE version 1.8.6 or later supports this player.

Q:

Why won’t the my CD-400 work with your DJS Version 1.1 software?

A:

The player supports software application DJS Version 1.6 or later.

Q:

Where can I get DJS v1.5?

A:

Download an updated version from the Pioneer website via the DJS software.

Please refer to your DJS user manual, page 142 '13-1 Updating the Version of the DJS software' for

instructions.

Q:

Can I use the CDJ-400 as an external sound card or sound-device?

A:

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Yes. Install the device drivers then select the CDJ-400 for sound through your computer.

Q:

What is this device driver?

A:

The device driver is dedicated software that allows the DJS software to control the CDJ-400.
Another function of this device driver lets the CDJ-400 act as an audio device for a PC.

Q:

Where can I get the driver software?

A:

Download the device driver from the Pioneer website:

Q:

How do I install the device driver?

A:

Refer to the Driver Installation Guide which accompanies the download.

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Overview

USB Integration and MP3 Playback
The CDJ-400’s cosmetic design is simple and compact yet elegant with all of its various controls and features located directly on top of the unit. A USB port found on the face of the player allows DJs to play their MP3 music collection from a wide variety of portable music devices such as thumb drives, MP3 players or external hard drives. With the use of a multi-function selector knob/button and its large, bright, dot-matrix LCD display, locating and accessing of files from these types of music devices as well as MP3 music files on CD and CD-R/RW through the CD slot are done with a turn and press of the knob.

DJ Software Compatibility and MIDI Control
With more of today’s DJs utilizing different DJ software for their performances, the CDJ-400 is also equipped with a PC mode. In this mode, the CDJ-400 is a native controller for software such as Pioneer DJS computer software and SERATO® Scratch LIVE. For example, the movement of the pitch slider on the CDJ-400 can control the pitch slider on the computer software and no timecode CD is required for audio control. The player can also act as a MIDI controller where the user can assign virtually every button on the player to trigger functions of various DJ software programs.

World’s First Scratch Jog Effect
A highlight and an advancement of the CDJ-400 is its scratching capability. In addition to traditional “vinyl” mode scratching, Pioneer implemented the World’s First Scratch Jog Effect. Three highlighted buttons, each assigned to a special effect, Bubble, Trans and Wah, creates unique scratching sound effects that can be enabled by the DJ on the fly. A “hold” button was also added to retain the different effects throughout the session or until its release, which can also be triggered at any point of play.

Other Performance Features:

• Digital Loop functions: A variety of loops can be created for additional audio effects.
• Beat Loop: Automatically creates a four beat loop based on the tempo of the music (BPM) being played.
• Loop Divide: Rhythmically divides the loop to create different patterns.
• Hot Loop: Restarts the loop seamlessly from its entry without interruption of the music.
• Digital Jog Break: In CD mode the CDJ-400 contains three effects, Jet, Roll and Wah, which further enhances the audio by simply rotating the jog dial. The same buttons for the Scratch Jog Effect are assigned to the Digital Jog Break which are accessible at any point of play.
• Tempo Control: Four tempo modes, ±6%, ±10%, ±16% and WIDE, provide additional speed control with a resolution of 0.02% in the 6% range.
• Cue/Loop Points: Up to 10 cue/loop points per disc, for up to 920 discs, can be stored to player’s memory.
• Jog Indicator: A red halo illumination around the jog provides instantaneous visual feedback to the DJ.
• Customizable Jog Wheel: Users can create their own customized image to insert under the removable jog wheel top.
• Digital Output: A digital output is available for a direct connection for clearer sound to a connected mixer.
• Resume Function: The function takes effect if a CD is ejected accidentally. Once the DJ re-inserts the disc, it automatically starts playing from exactly the point where it stopped.

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Specs

Main Features

• DisplayFL
• Format TypeCD Audio/MP3
• USB Type B

Playback

• CD/CD-R/CD-RWCD Audio/MP3

PC Control

• MIDI Control
• Audio Interface Function

Display

• TEXT Display (Number of title lines)1 Line
• Playing Address

Performance

• Back Cue
• Cue Point Sampler
• Loop AdjustmentOUT Adjust
• Loop Divide
• Reverse
• Scratch Jog Effect3 types (BUBBLE/TRANS/WAH)

JOG

• Jog ModeCDJ / Vinyl
• Ring Illumination

Tempo

• Tempo Control Range (Music CD Format)+/-6%, +/-10%, +/-16%, +/-100%
• Tempo Control Steps0.02%

Memory

• Cue/Loop Memory

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General

• Resume Play
• Included AccessoriesOwners Manual/Power Cord/RCA Cable/Control Cable/Forced Eject Pin/Jog Wheel Screwdriver

Specification

• Signal-to-Noise Ratio115 dB (JEITA)
• Power Consumption17 W
• Weight6.0 lbs

Manuals

Downloads

IMPORTANT
Extract the file before updating the CDJ-400 firmware.

1. Download the firmware file to your computer
2. Double-click the downloaded file to extract the firmware.
3. Select a folder to extract file to then click the OK button.
   Extracted file name : CDJ400.HEX
   

NOTE : You can either use USB Memory(*) or CD-R to update CDJ-400.
*USB Memory will need to be formatted in FAT or FAT32.

• Mac OS CDJ Aggregator Instruction Manual:Updated 22-July 2011
• CDJ-400 Aggregator Download:Updated Oct 31, 2012

Support for Mountain Lion OS X (10.8)