For Windows Vista® or Windows® XP, PC/AT compatible computer equipped with a 2 GHz or greater Intel® Pentium® 4 (or compatible) processor

!Required memory: 512 MB or more of RAM

!Hard disc: 250 MB or more of free space (not including space for storing music files, etc.)

!CD drive: Optical disc drive on which the CD-ROM can be read

!Sound: Audio output to speakers, headphones, etc. (internal or external audio device)

!Internet connection: For user registration and inquiries, use a web browser supporting 128-bit SSL (Safari 2.0 or later or Internet Explorer® 6.0 or later).

!USB port: A USB port for connection of a USB device (flash memory, hard disc, etc.) is required to transfer music files to the USB device.

!LAN port: An Ethernet LAN adapter (RJ45 port) for communicating with the DJ player is required to transfer music files to a Pioneer DJ player (i.e. CDJ- 2000, CDJ-900).

Operation is not guaranteed on all computers, even those with the oper- ating environment described above.

Even with the required memory capacity indicated for the operating environment above, depending on the number of resident programs and services, the software may not provide full functionality and performance due to lack of memory. In this case, stop some resident programs and services in order increase the amount of free memory. We recommend adding extra memory in order to achieve stable performance.

Depending on the computer’s power settings, etc., the CPU and hard disc processing capacity may be insufficient. When using laptop comput- ers in particular, always keep the AC power connected and set the com- puter to maximum performance conditions when using rekordbox.

Note that problems may arise in the operation of rekordbox due to other software being used together with it.

Installing rekordbox

Installation Procedure (Macintosh)

!Read the “Cautions on installation” carefully before installing rekordbox.

!Authorization of the computer’s administrator is required to install and unin- stall rekordbox. Have the name and password of the computer’s administra- tor ready.

1When the included CD-ROM is inserted into the computer’s CD drive, the CD drive opens on the screen. Double-click the [CD_menu.app] icon.

!If the CD drive does not open on the screen when the CD-ROM is inserted, use Finder to open the CD drive, then double-click the [CD_menu.app] icon.

2When the CD-ROM’s menu is displayed, select [rekordbox: Install Music Management Software], then click [Start].

To close the CD-ROM menu, click [Exit].

3 Install rekordbox following the instructions on the screen.

Once installation of rekordbox is completed, the operating instructions can be

 

opened from rekordbox’s [Help] menu.

English

 Installation Procedure (Windows)

 

! Read the “Cautions on installation” carefully before installing rekordbox.

! Authorization of the computer’s administrator is required to install and unin- stall rekordbox. Log on as the user registered as the computer’s administrator before installing rekordbox.

1 Insert the included CD-ROM into the computer’s CD drive.

The CD-ROM menu is displayed.

!If the CD-ROM menu does not appear when the CD-ROM is inserted, open the CD drive from [Computer (or My Computer)] in the [Start] menu, then double-click the [CD_menu.exe] icon.

2When the CD-ROM’s menu is displayed, select [rekordbox: Install Music Management Software], then click [Start].

To close the CD-ROM menu, click [Exit].

3 Install rekordbox following the instructions on the screen.

Once installation of rekordbox is completed, the operating instructions can be opened from rekordbox’s [Help] menu.

!To stop installation in progress, click [Cancel].

Using the support site

Before making an inquiry about rekordbox operations and technical support, refer to the operating instructions for rekordbox and check the FAQs published on the support site for rekordbox.

<Support Site for rekordbox>

http://www.prodjnet.com/rekordbox/support/

!To make an inquiry about rekordbox, you need to register as a user in advance on the support site for rekordbox.

!You need to enter the license key for your user registration. Have the license key ready. Also, be sure not to forget the login name (your e-mail address) and the password specified for your user registration, as well as the license key.

!Pioneer Corporation collects your personal information for the following purposes:

1 To provide customer support for your purchased product 2 To inform you of product or event information by e-mail

3 To reflect your opinions collected by survey on product planning

Your personal information is kept confidential corresponding to the privacy policy set forth by our company.

You can check our privacy policy on the support site for rekordbox.

!When you make an inquiry about rekordbox, be sure to provide us the information on the model name, specifications (CPU and memory capacity and peripheral devices connected), and operating system version of your computer, as well as specific descriptions of system malfunction.

For an inquiry about configuring your computer with peripheral devices other than our products and the corresponding technical support, contact each manufacturer or retailer.

!rekordbox is subject to upgrade for enhanced function and performance. The upgrade program can be downloaded on the support site. We strongly recommend you upgrade your software on a regular basis to keep the latest updates on your system.

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Pioneer CDJ-2000, Multi Player operating instructions Installing rekordbox, Using the support site

CDJ-2000, Multi Player specifications

The Pioneer CDJ-900 is a versatile DJ multi-player designed to elevate the performance of both the amateur and professional DJ. Renowned for its innovative technology and user-friendly interface, the CDJ-900 quickly became a staple in clubs and festivals worldwide, making it an essential tool for those serious about their craft.

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