Pioneer MEP-7000 operating instructions Using Midi for Computer Control

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USING DJ SOFTWARE

For DJS:

Control can be performed while viewing the center display’s BROWSE, MIX, and EFFECT screens. For details of actual operation, consult the chapter on “Manipulator Style” operation of the MEP-7000 DJS Control Guide (PDF file on accessory CD-ROM).

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•While the UTILITY screen is being displayed on the center display, the center display’s buttons and rotary selector dial cannot be used to control DJ software.

Control in “Normal Style”

1Connect to the computer.

When the USB connection with the computer is properly established, the BROWSE screen’s [PC] icon will change to active display.

2Start the DJ software program. The icon will not change.

3Designate the MEP-7000 as an audio output device in the DJ software.

In “Normal style”, designating the MEP-7000 as an audio output device will enable it to output tracks played from the DJ software. Consult your supported DJ software’s instruction manual for details regarding how to designate the MEP-7000 as an audio output device.

4Select [PC] on the BROWSE screen.

When communication is established with the DJ software, the center display’s BROWSE screen will indicate the computer control status. While the BROWSE screen is displayed, the center display outputs MIDI messages that enable operation of the DJ software by using the rotary selector dial and select up () and down () buttons.

USING MIDI FOR COMPUTER CONTROL

MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a standardized protocol used to govern data transmission between electronic musical instruments and computers.

The MEP-7000 uses the MIDI message format to output its operating data and status to a computer connected by USB cable. By using a DJ software program with USB MIDI support to assign the MIDI messages output by the MEP-7000, the MEP-7000 can be used to control the DJ software.

For more information regarding messages output by the MEP- 7000, consult the section “MIDI MESSAGE TABLE” (P. 58).

5Press LOAD A (or B) button.

When the LOAD A (or LOAD B) button is pressed, controller A (or B) MIDI messages are output, allowing use of the controller to operate the DJ software. During DJ software operation, the controller appears highlighted in the BROWSE screen.

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Contents MEP-7000 Class Operating Environment Contents Features Manipulator styleNormal style Memo Pitch BendSuper Fast Pitch Bend Frame SearchTempo Control Range Master TempoBack CUE CUE/LOOP MemorySpecifications Comfirm Accessories Audio cables x Power cordControl cords x DJS 1 Set Dedicated remote control cable USB auxiliary power cable Warranty cardRegarding Playable Discs and Files Types of Discs Playable on this UnitFAT, FAT32, HFS+ About MP3/AAC Disc PlaybackAbout Playback from USB Storage Device About MP3 Files About AAC FilesMPEG-1 MPEG-2About WAV Files About Aiff FilesInstallation Guidelines System connections ConnectionsNormal Style Connections Connection to external monitor pin-jack connector Connecting other componentsConnecting another mixer Connecting a stereo amplifier when not using DJ mixerConnecting a computer Connecting the power cordManipulator Style Connections Audio interface sold separately Audio cable MixerParts and Their Functions Front PanelDrive Unit Control UnitTime mode/auto cue button TIME/A.CUE Time CUE P Track Search ,  buttons P Search ,  buttons PBrowse button P MIX button PCenter Display Rear Panel Set the drive unit’s front panel Power switch to on Handling Discs and Other MediaLoading and Removing Discs Insert a discConnecting and Disconnecting USB Storage Devices Writing Management Data to a USB Storage Device To disconnect a USB storage device Disconnect the USB storage device Source icons Start PlaybackBrowse Screen  Library Browsing File Browsing and Library Browse icons  File Browsing Select the Track View Properties of the Currently Playing TrackM3U File Track Selection with a USB Keyboard Track/folder jump  Editing playlist namesTAB Using the Playlist When a Playlist is Open Playlist display composition Playlist listing  To record tracks in a playlist Changing the playlist’s track order  To delete tracks from a playlist To close a playlist  To delete a playlistBasic Controller Operations Switching the JOG Mode  Using the Track Search ,  buttonsTrack Skip JOG Dial FunctionApplying a Master Tempo Setting CUE PointsChanging the Play Speed Auto CUE Function Turning Auto Cue ON/OFFChanging the Auto Cue Level Press the Pitch Bend +, buttons to change the valueCUE POINT/LOOP Point Memory Advanced Operations SectionLoop Play Scratch Play Effect ScreenSpin Play JOG Break PlayAbout Bubble About ScratchAbout Trans Jog break effect About JETAbout Roll Effect HoldMIX Screen Effect offAbout WAH Sets the Auto MIX function ON/OFF Instant Change Function  MIX mode selectSets the BPM Sync ON/OFF About Fader Start Play  Automatic Playlist PlaybackPress the Auto MIX function button to set to on Press the play/pause  button for controller aAbout DJS Software Software END User License AgreementCopyright Warning  Installation Procedure Installing DJS Software Precautions regarding installation User Registration Card Address Pioneer Electronics USA INCRegarding Online Support DisclaimerDriver Installation  Using the accessory CD-ROM to install the application Before installing Important About the Driver Program Connecting this unit to the computer For Windows XPFor Windows Follow the instructions that appear on the screen Setting the buffer size  Confirming the driver versionUsing DJ Software Supported DJ softwaresTwo Styles of Play Normal StyleConnect to the computer Preparing Your DJ Software Program Control in Normal Style  Control using Manipulator Style Select PC on the Browse screenPress Load a or B button Use the controller to operate the DJ softwareUsing Midi for Computer Control  button  Setting a Midi channelPress the Utility button Press the PC function button Midi Message Table Interface NameComments TypeRotary Selector Dial Select DownSelect UP Push Load aSelect CD-G Play Mode To Cancel CD-G Play ModeEnjoying CD-G Karaoke To Play a CD-G DiscUsing the Utility Setting MethodSettings CD-G Setting the browse type Creating Libraries Backing UP User Data Writing data to USB storage device  Reading data from a USB storage deviceConfirm message To Perform a Factory ResetTurn power OFF and on again Troubleshooting Adjust button About the Driver Program About the LCD ScreenAbout OEL Organic EL Screens Error Code Error Type Media Description Error Message DisplayMEP-7000 Updates Software Limiting Conditions CD-TEXTDisclaimer Pioneer Corporation
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