PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

43 CH-1 effect switch and indicator (EFFECT LOCK ON/OFF/ON)

To turn effects [ON], either pull switch forward (switch returns automatically to [OFF] when released) or slide to far side to the [LOCK ON] position. When effects are [ON], the indicator flashes and effects are applied to CH-1.

49 CH-2 effect mix ratio/depth adjust dial (MIX/DEPTH)

Use to adjust the volume (amount) of effects applied to CH-2 (rotate clockwise to increase effects, counterclockwise to reduce).

44 CH-1 TAP button

Under normal conditions, the automatic BPM counter operates to display the track’s BPM value on the touch panel. Automatic BPM counting may be difficult with some tracks, however. In such cases, or if you wish to deliberately set a different BPM, use the TAP button.

The BPM value can be changed by rotating the TIME/ SELECT dial while holding the TAP button depressed.

Tapping the button in time with the beat will cause the function to switch to the manual BPM count mode; the tapped beat will be counted and displayed as the BPM value. Returning to the auto BPM mode is performed from the effect parameter adjust screen (see page 16, “Automatic Mode BPM Counting”) .

45 CH-2 effect bank buttons and indicators (BANK 1, 2, 3)

When one of these buttons is pressed, the indicator lights and the corresponding preset effect is enabled. Each BANK button can be recorded with three effects for CH-2 (at time of shipping, the buttons have been factory preset with typically used effects). BANK 1 is selected in the default condition after power is initially turned on.

50 CH-2 effect switch and indicator (EFFECT LOCK ON/OFF/ON)

To turn effects [ON], either pull switch forward (switch returns automatically to [OFF] when released) or slide to far side to the [LOCK ON] position. When effects are [ON], the indicator flashes and effects are applied to CH-2.

51 CH-2 TAP button

Under normal conditions, the automatic BPM counter operates to display the track’s BPM value on the touch panel. Automatic BPM counting may be difficult with some tracks, however. In such cases, or if you wish to deliberately set a different BPM, use the TAP button.

The BPM value can be changed by rotating the TIME/SELECT dial while holding the TAP button depressed.

Tapping the button in time with the beat will cause the function to switch to the manual BPM count mode; the tapped beat will be counted and displayed as the BPM value. Returning to the auto BPM mode is performed from the effect parameter adjust screen (see page 16, “Automatic Mode BPM Counting”) .

46CH-2 effect parameter adjust button (FX ADJ.)

Press to display the touch panel’s CH-2 effect parameter adjust menu.

47Fader curve display and CH-2 effect select

button (FADER CURVE/BANK EDIT)

Press to display the fader curve on the touch panel. Holding the button depressed for about one second will cause the touch panel to display the CH-2 effect select menu.

48 CH-2 effect time adjust/select dial (TIME/SELECT)

Use to adjust the time parameters of effects applied to CH-2 (rotate clockwise to lengthen, counterclockwise to shorten). When the effect select menu is displayed, causes the effects list to scroll.

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Pioneer DJm-909 43 CH-1 effect switch and indicator Effect Lock ON/OFF/ON, 44 CH-1 TAP button, 51 CH-2 TAP button

DJm-909 specifications

The Pioneer DJM-909 is a professional-grade DJ mixer that has gained the admiration of both amateur and seasoned DJs alike. Known for its versatile features and innovative technologies, the DJM-909 stands out for its exceptional performance capabilities and user-friendly design.

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