Stopping Playback, To Pause Play, Track Cueing

BASIC OPERATION: DJ PLAYER OPERATION

3.If auto cueing is off, playback will begin automatically from the first track.

÷When auto cueing is off, playback will continue after the first track has been played, with all subsequent tracks being played in sequence.

÷When playback of the final track is complete, playback will automatically come to an end.

Stopping Playback

Press the EJECT button (0).

÷Playback will stop and the disc will be ejected.

÷Note that the CDJ-800 does not come with a stop button.

To Pause Play

During playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE button (6).

÷The PLAY/PAUSE button [6] indicator and [CUE] indicator will flash, and play will be paused.

÷When the PLAY/PAUSE button is pressed again, play will resume and the but- ton indicator will light steadily.

÷In the CDJ mode broken sound will still be audible during the pause mode; if you wish to stop all sound, lower the output sound volume on your audio mixer.

÷When the unit has not been operated for 80 minutes or more in pause mode, the disc rotation stops automatically. In this instance, playback can be resumed by pressing the PLAY/PAUSE button.

Track Cueing

7TRACK SEARCH buttons (4, ¢)

Press one of the TRACK SEARCH buttons (4, ¢).

÷Each time the button is pressed, the track is cued in the direction corre- sponding to the arrow on the button (during playback of one track, to cue playback to the beginning of the preceding track, press the 4 button twice).

÷When the button is pressed down and held, cueing is continuous. If the button is held for two seconds or more, the cue speed increases.

÷When the beginning of the first track (track 1) is reached, pressing the 4button will cue to the last track.

÷When the end of the disc's last track is reached, pressing the ¢button will cue to the first track (track 1).

7Super-Fast Track Search

Rotate the Jog dial while pressing one of the TRACK SEARCH buttons (4, ¢).

÷While holding either one of the buttons depressed, rotate the Jog dial in the direction corresponding to the direction you wish to skip; the unit will en- ter the high-speed skip mode.

÷The direction of skip is in accordance with the direction in which the Jog dial is rotated (the TRACK SEARCH button direction is released.)

÷The high-speed skip mode is canceled when the TRACK SEARCH button is released.

Fast-Forward / Fast-Reverse

7Operation using the SEARCH buttons (1, ¡)

Press the SEARCH buttons (1, ¡) during playback.

Press and hold the ¡button to fast forward the disc; press and hold the 1 button to do fast reverse.

7Super-Fast Search

Rotate the Jog dial while pressing one of the SEARCH buttons (1, ¡)

÷Hold down the button while turning the Jog dial in the direction you wish to search to enter fast forward or fast reverse mode.

÷The direction of the search is determined by the direction the Jog dial is turned. The direction of the SEARCH button is ignored.

÷When you stop turning the Jog dial, the unit returns to playback mode.

÷Release the SEARCH button to exit this mode.

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Cue Point Settings (*)

Once a Cue point has been stored in memory, during playback it can be used to place the player in a state where it is ready to begin playback from the cueing position by pressing the CUE button.

7Setting the Cue point in the CDJ mode

1.During playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE button (3/8) to pause playback at the point you wish to begin playback.

2.Search for the precise position of the Cue point.

÷Using frame numbers to specify Cue points.

Cue points may be specified in 1-frame units (where 75 frames are equiva- lent to 1 second).

Use the Jog dial or the forward or reverse SEARCH button (1, ¡) to advance to the desired frame. Rotating the Jog dial once causes the player to advance or rewind 135 frames in the specified direction.

÷Listen to the sound at the current frame to determine the Cue point.

Turn the Jog dial slowly and then return it to just before the point from which you wish to begin playback. (The cue point thus defined will consist of that point diectly after the sound which can be heard during a cueing pause.)

3.Press the CUE button when you reach the desired frame number or hear the sound at the point from which you wish to begin cueing.

÷When the sound is muted and the [CUE] indicator lights up, the Cue point will have been stored to memory.

÷Each time a new Cue point is stored to memory, the previous Cue point will be erased.

[Amending the Cue point]

1.During playback, press the CUE button.

÷ This will take you back to the set track position.

2.In the CDJ mode, to set the Cue point, go through steps 2 and 3 as mentioned above.

7Setting the Cue point in the VINYL mode

1.During playback, at the point you wish to set as the cue point, either press and hold the surface of the Jog dial, or press the PLAY/PAUSE button (6) to enter the standby mode.

2.While pressing the surface of the Jog dial, turn back the dial to a point just before the track you wish to play.

3.When the sound is the track you are searching for, press the CUE button while you are still pressing the surface of the Jog dial.

÷When the [CUE] indicator lights up the point will be stored in memory.

÷When a new Cue point is stored in memory the previous setting will be erased.

CDJ-800 specifications

The Pioneer CDJ-800 is a professional digital media player that has become a staple in both club environments and home studios since its introduction. Renowned for its robustness and versatility, the CDJ-800 offers a range of features that cater to DJs of all skill levels, making it an essential tool in modern electronic music performance.

One of the most notable characteristics of the CDJ-800 is its ability to play various formats. It supports both CDs and digital audio files on USB drives, allowing DJs to transition seamlessly between traditional and digital media. The player facilitates compatibility with MP3, WAV, and AIFF formats, providing ample flexibility for music selection. This adaptability ensures that DJs can bring along their music library without the need for extensive setup.

The layout of the CDJ-800 is designed for ease of use and speed. A large, responsive jog wheel provides precise control over track manipulation, allowing for accurate scratching and pitch bending. Additionally, a clear display screen presents vital information such as track time, BPM, and waveform analysis. These features help DJs to visualize their performances and make real-time adjustments with ease.

Another key feature of the CDJ-800 is its advanced looping capabilities. DJs can create and manipulate loops on the fly, enhancing the creative potential during live sets. The player includes memory points for storing loop positions, which allows for quick access to specific parts of tracks without the need for extensive searching.

The CDJ-800 also incorporates Pioneer’s Anti-Shock technology, which protects against skipping during playback. With its anti-vibration design and built-in buffer memory, the player ensures a smooth audio output even in dynamic environments, such as clubs or festivals.

Networking capabilities are yet another highlight of the CDJ-800. It features the ability to link multiple units together, allowing DJs to control several players simultaneously. This network functionality not only streamlines performance but also encourages creative mixing possibilities.

In conclusion, the Pioneer CDJ-800 stands out for its combination of user-friendly features, adaptability to different media formats, and powerful performance capabilities. Its robust design, advanced looping functions, and networking options make it a formidable choice for anyone looking to take their DJ skills to the next level. As a marriage of technology and creativity, the CDJ-800 is a significant asset in the world of electronic music.