The Pioneer DVJ-X1Professional DVD Video/CD Player

DVJ-X1: The Ult imateEntertainment Experience

Ground-breaking. Unique.Innovative. Astonishing.

The Pioneer DVJ-X1 is all of these. Andmore. Quite simply, this revolutionarynew unit is the future of DJing andaudio-visual entertainment.

The world’s first professionaldigital video-and-audio player,the DVJ-X1 combines Pioneer’smarket- leading CD Jog Wheeltechnology and CD audio playercapabilities with the flexibility andcapacity of DVD Video.

This exciting blend of technologiesallows synchronised digital audioand video to be manipulated andplayed-back like never before. Andby combining the skills of today’stop DJs and VJs, DVJ-X1 users willdeliver an original audio/videoexperience every time.

So, the DVJ-X1 not only creates acompletely new market for clubs andbars to exploit, it also offers crowdsa fresh form of entertainment andpaves the way for a new breed ofperformer – the DVJ.

Suddenly a huge sun is dazzling the crowd from thescreen. The chorus of the track rings out, loud and clear.There’s a roar of approval.

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Imagine the scene…

The underground club is a maze ofdarkened rooms and corridors, andswarming crowds. The floor fills as a darkand menacing tribal track thundersout over the PA and a time-lapse videoof a gathering storm looms on the hugescreens suspended above.

The DVJ is in control…

The crowd shouts out for more as theaudio mix intensifies. A sample froma 70s’ disco anthem breaks into the

deeply rhythmic track without warning,looping in perfect time to thethumping bass-line. The stark contrastbetween the two audio tracks isreinforced by the images on-screen…

The rain clouds darken as, out ofnowhere, a line of dancers flashacross the screens - then disappearand return. The dancers steps aresynchronised to a double beat in theaudio, in a teasing take-off of thedisco-moves from that earlier decade.The club-goers love it, electrifiedby the dynamics of the mix in sound

and vision… The deep bass poundsout more insistently, as lightningflashes emerge from the clouds.Soon, these arcs of l ight areinterspersed with a repeated imageof f ireworks in the sky: fourexplosions to every 4-beat bar. Invision, the crowd has been takenfrom one of Nature’s own lightshows to an example of the Man-made version…

As the audio continues, the DVJ mixesand beat-matches some home-moviefootage into the visuals. A pretty girl

flutters her eyes provocatively, awindsurfer zips across the surface ofa lake and a beautiful girl shakes waterdroplets from her hair. The patternrepeats for a few bars until the imagesare reversed… and then reversedagain. The movement gets faster andfaster as the backwards-forwardsmotion reflects the increasing speedof the audio.

But now, the loop of the disco-hit isblending into the vocal hook ofanother floor-filler and this new trackbegins to dominate…

The crowd’s on the edge, waiting toerupt. They raise their arms toacknowledge the current clubfavourite and the air is floodedwith hands. Suddenly, the home-movie has gone and a huge sun isdazzling the crowd from the screen.The chorus of the track rings out,loud and clear. There’s a roar ofapproval. Nobody on the floor hasever felt such intensity of experiencein a club before; this awe-inspiringcombination of sound and vision…

The DVJ-X1 in action

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DVJ-X1: Making Histor y In 1995, Pioneer was one of the tenfounding members of the DVDForum, the worldwide tradeassociation for DVD hardware andsoftware manufacturers. Since then,the company has been at theforefront of DVD technologydevelopments and instrumental inits success around the globe.

The popularity of the DVD format isobvious – by 2007 66% of allWestern European households willown a DVD player.* To put this into

context, it took 20 years – more thantwice as long – for VHS players tobecome so popular.

Spurred by DVD’s popularity, themusic video share of overall musicsales already represents 6.3% ofglobal music sales, increasing by 67%in 2003**.

* Screen Digest** International Federation of the Phonographic Industry

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The DVD decade has coincided witha revival in the club scene and thearrival of digital DJs – a phenomenonclosely associated with Pioneer’sPro DJ brand.

Since launching its first digital CDJplayer in 1994, the company hascombined leading-edge technology –including the legendary Jog Wheelthat’s used to scratch, speed up or slowdown a track, or manually fine-tunecue points – with extremely durablecomponents and superb functions.

The result? A series of stunninglydesigned CDJ players that are trustedand endorsed by the world’s top DJsand venues.

The New Club Standard

Pioneer’s revolutionary DVJ-X1uses the industry-standard CDJ-1000MK2 CD player as its template,with the added bonus of DVD videoplayback capabilities.

The dual functionality of the DVJ-X1makes it useful for clubs alternatingbetween digital DJs and the newperformers – the DVJs – who willfind that the new machine has asimilarly ergonomic layout to theaudio-only unit.

For example, the DVJ-X1 has a JogWheel that uses Vinyl Emulationtechnology to recreate the feel of atraditional deck for CD playback, aswell as a Wave Display that allowsDVJs to see a track’s peaks and troughs

– making it even easier to handle.Skilled users wanting to exploit thefull potential of this professionalDVD /CD player wil l no doubtexplore the unit’s sound-with-visioncapability.

This allows the DVJ to use imagesthat reinforce and enhance the styleof music being played, either byworking in harmony with the audioor by acting as a dramatic counter-point instead.

Either way, DVJs will discover howeasy it is to operate the DVJ-X1, tocontrol the music and imagestogether, and to push thei rcreativity to a whole new level.

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DVJ-X1: The Art of the DVJ The DVJ-X1 can playback a varietyof CD and DVD formats*. Digitalvideos might be the result of footagetaken by the DVJ, armed with adigital camcorder. Or they could bespecially commissioned material(perhaps with an audio-mix alreadyin mind) or clips from a range ofp u b l i c l y a v a i l a b l e s o u r c e s .Alternatively, they could be thespecial videos created by the dancelabels themselves, which are nowbecoming increasingly common.

With professionally produced DVDcontent, such as a promotional musicvideo available for re-use, the DVJcan choose to mix just the audiocontent into the track playing out,or else use the images only. Thisallows video footage to be used forcomic or dramatic effect, or simplyas a direct, visual representation ofwhat’s being played through thesound system.

* The DVJ-X1 does not play the following formats:DVD-Audio (192 KHz 24-bit), Super Audio CDs or MP3.

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Whatever the source, the movingimages can be controlled in unisonwith the audio via the easy-to-useJog Wheel. This means that DVJs cansimultaneously control images andsound in exactly the same way as aDJ would manipulate music alone.

Real-time digital video scratches, loopsand instant cues are all possible. Andthe video and audio streams alwaysstay in perfect sync, even when beingreversed or pitched.

Magnificent Memory

The DVJ-X1 offers enormous scope forflexibility in performance, not least byallowing the DVJ to store up to 360 AVloop and cue points on the removable32-MB* SD card that’s also supplied.

The saved cue and loop points can besearched, selected and previewed usingan external monitor connected via thepreview output. There’s also anemergency loop feature that

automatically loops four beatsseamlessly, in line with the BPM.This allows the DVJ extra time to mixfrom one track to another.

*SD card storage capacity subject to change.

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DVJ-X1: Functions& Features

Touch SensorBy lightly pressing the top of the JogWheel, images and sound stopimmediately. When the Wheel isreleased, they restart instantly.

ScratchIn Vinyl mode, press the top of the jogdial to stop play, then manually rotatethe Jog Wheel with the top still pressedto enable “scratch” control of imagesand sound according to the speed anddirection of the rotation. Releasing theWheel resumes normal playback,

although the start up speed is adjustable.

Frame SearchBy rotating the Jog Wheel during apause, the pause location can beshifted in units of 1/75 second,allowing for extremely accurate audio/ video cueing.

Hyper JogSelecting Hyper Jog Mode in VinylMode doubles the speed that soundand images respond when manuallyrotating the Jog Wheel.

Digital technology fromPioneer’s famous CDJ deck nowenables precise control ofimage and sound.

With the large and easy-to-use jog dialyou can simultaneously control imagesand sound just the way you want to.The two-layer structure of the Jog Diallets you use it for different operations:scratch using the top of the jog andpitch bend using the side. The smooth,heavy feeling enables extremely preciseand delicate control.

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Adjust the track speedSpeed up the tempo by moving thehigh performance 100mm tempo slidertowards you (+), slow the tempo bypushing it away (-). Adjust the tempoeven more accurately using the “FineVariable Speed Adjustment” in 0.02%units (+-6% range).

Tempo Control RangeUse the tempo control range buttonto change the maximum range of thetempo slider in four steps: ±6%,±10%, ±16% and WIDE.*

* 100% for CD, between +70% and –100% for DVD.

Tempo Control ResetRegardless of the position of thetempo slider, the DVJ can selectnormal tempo (0%) by pressing thetempo reset button.

Master TempoControl track speed without changingthe pitch. The master tempo buttonallows pitch to be maintained whilechanging track speed.

Quick StartPlay starts less than 0.01 seconds after

the play button is pushed.

Fader StartBy connecting the DVJ-X1 to a PioneerDJ Mixer via the control connector, it’spossible to quick start or back cueusing the mixer’s fader or cross fader.

Auto CueAuto Cue automatically cues the selectedtrack to the first part of the audio at thebeginning of a track, putting themachine in standby ready to playinstantly the play button is pushed.

Real Time Seamless LoopRepeatedly plays images and soundwithout interrupting the chosenphrase. During play the DVJ-X1 cancorrect the out point of the loop withjust one touch.

Emergency LoopPressing the emergency loop buttonautomatically sets a 4-beat loop fromthat moment.

ReloopBy pressing the Reloop button after a

loop has been cancelled, it’s possibleto return to the designated loop forcontinued loop play.

Hot CueHot cue buttons (A / B / C) can beused to instantly replay images andsound from previously recorded cueand loop points.

Reverse PlayInstantly reverse images and sound bychanging the direction switch to thereverse or forward positions.

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DVJ-X1: Functions& Features

Wave DisplayAllows DVJ’s to read the DVD visually(just like the “groove contrasts” on avinyl record) and to find cue / breakpoints quickly and easily.

Digital OutputHas a digital output terminalswitchable between Normal and DJmodes. Digital output* is possibleeven during scratching or variablespeed operation.

* DVD outputs digital sound only in Normal mode.

Hi-bitConverting the sound data bit lengthfrom 16 or 20 bits to 24 bits providessmooth and subtle sound fromsmall signals.

Video DACThe video DAC (Digital AnalogueConverter) converts digital imagesignals of 8bit/13.5MHz on DVD intoanalogue signals for playback.Re-quantumising expands thedynamic range while preventingloss of information and minimizes

On-Jog DisplayThe On-Jog display shows the statusof the disc, the cue point position,the sound/image memory status,Jog touch detection, Vinyl modeand more.

Playing AddressA bar graph representation display’sthe current playback position relativeto the length of the track. The bargraph flashes just before the trackfinishes, giving the DVJ time toprepare the next mix.

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unnecessary noise to achieve faithfuland high quality images.

Durability – forprofessional useThe DVJ-X1 has superior durabilitythanks to the use of provencomponents first tested in thePioneer CDJ series. These parts canr e l i a b l y w i t h s t a n d e x t r e m eprofessional use.

Skip Prevention DesignTo prevent skipping and resist

vibration, the DVJ-X1 uses a jog-proofmemory, plus the same floatingmechanism as Pioneer’s Carrozzeriacar audio components.

Capable of PlayingVarious DiscsIt’s possible to play DVD-R/DVD-RWdiscs (recorded in video format) andCD-R/CD-RW discs (recorded inmusic CD format). When usingmusic CDs, you can play as with theCDJ-1000MK2.

Legato Link ConversionA digital filter performs up sampling(DVD: 48kHz - 192 kHz, CD: 44.1kHz- 176.4kHz) to reproduce soundinformation lost with the normalDVD and CD fo rmat s . Th i sbroadband play contributes to richand natural sound.

Preview Monitor OutputThe DVJ can have a preview displayof the track, time and images, plusother information, on a monitorscreen. If using a DVD, thumbnails

of the cue points, loop points, hotcue points and other images can bedisplayed. The preview monitorfunction lets the DVJ performwithout displaying operat inginformation on the main screenin the club.

Data MemoryIt’s possible to save cue points, looppoints, hot cues and wave informationon the 32MB SD Memory Cardsupplied with the DVJ-X1.

360 cue points / loop points can berecorded on this card; the user canrecall these when the same discis reloaded.

By upgrading to a larger memory card,more call points can be stored.

Band image from Legato Link Conversion PRO

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Approx22kHz

Approx88kHz

Model equipped withLegato Link Conversion PRO

20k 90k

Original Sound Conventional Method Hi-bit

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DVJ-X1: Specif ications

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DVJ-X1 General Specifications

Compatible Media ...............................................................................DVD Video, DVD-R (Video Mode),.....................................................................................DVD-RW (Video Mode), Music CD, CD-R, CD-RWPower...................................................................................................................AC220-240V (50/60Hz)Power Consumption .........................................................................................................................42WExternal Dimensions (W x H x D)...............................................................................348 x 128 x 451mmWeight ............................................................................................................................................7.3kgMaster Image Output .....................RGB Component (BNC Connectors), S-Video (4 Pin DIN Connector),.....................................................................................2 x Composite (RCA Connector, BNC Connector)Preview Image Output ..................................2 x Preview (RCA Connector, S-Video 4 Pin DIN Connector)Digital Output................................................................................1 Coaxial Connector (RCA Connector)Sound Output.....................................................................1 Analogue 2-Channel (RCA Connector) L+ROther Connectors.........................................................Control Connector (3.5mm Diameter Mini-jack),.......................................................................................Synchronous Input Connector (BNC Connector)Image Horizontal Resolution......................................................................................................540 linesAudio S/N...........................................115dB or more (JEITA); Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.006% (JEITA)Frequency Response..........................................................CD: 4Hz to 20kHz, DVD (96Hz): 4Hz to 44kHz

Specifications and dimensions subject to change without notice.

Video Mixer/Switcher

Preview Monitor Preview MonitorDVJ-X1DVJ-X1 DJM-600 HDJ-1000 Speaker Speaker

AmpMain Monitor/Projector

Example of System Configuration with the DVJ-X1

Audio Signal Video Signal Control Signal

VSW-1 Professional VideoSwitcher

The VSW-1 can switch between thevideo outputs of two DVJ-X1’s withoutcreating vertical roll of the images.This function can be operated eithermanually or automatically byconnecting to any of the Pioneer DJMseries of Audio Mixers, making use ofthe Fader Start facility.

Neither Pioneer nor its dealers are responsible for the usepeople make of the DVJ-X1.However, we advise users toensure they have all relevant licenses and consents in place(whether for copyright / public performance, performersrights, moral rights or otherwise) to allow the lawfulplaying of DVDs in public using the DVJ-X1. This is likelyto include licenses from organisations administeringperformance rights in audio or video recordings or consentsfrom any other relevant rights holders.

To register your interest and further updates onthe DVJ-X1 and future associated Pro DJ products,log onto www.djsounds.com and click ondvj-info@mmd.pioneer.be

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DVJ-X1: Other Applications The DVJ-X1 is not just forDVJs...

Many other profess ionals inaudio/video production industries canbenefit from the fast, intuitive way theDVJ-X1 manipulates DVD Video.

In post-production environmentsprofessional video editors can use theDVJ-X1’s instinctive real time featuresto create stunning sequences quickerand simpler than ever before.

By manipulating video footagethrough the DVJ-X1, real timerecordings* can be made direct to discor hard drive. And because the DVJ-X1also outputs a synchronized audio filethere is no need to perform separateand time consuming audio edits.

It has always been arduous work tomanipulate video footage. Tasks suchas repeatedly changing direction,adding numerous different clips,changing speed, creating loops and

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other labour intensive editing taskscan now be performed with a live,vibrant and personal connection thatcan make any editing project acreative masterpiece.

As a multi-media tool the DVJ-X1 hasfew limits. By linking to a PC, contentrich elements can be produced forinclusion in DVDs, CD-ROMs andstreamable footage for the Internet.

When the project needs a fluent look,

the DVJ-X1 is an easy to control deckwith pre-programmable loops and cuepoints that can be called upon withthe simple push of a button.

In theatres and playhouses theportable DVJ-X1 is valuable forproviding advanced stage effects.Easy integration into lighting andsound contro l rooms a l lowstechnicians to cue and replaypreviously recorded footage directlyinto their live productions.

Quite simply, the DVJ-X1 provides aunique and intuitive control of DVDVideo for anyone charged withmanipulating such content.

*DVD Writer is needed for this application.

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Products offered for sale may differ from those described or illustrated in this brochure due to later production changes in specifications,

components or place of manufacture. The contents of this general brochure are therefore not to be treated as representations as to

the current availability of products as described. All products in this catalogue are not necessarily available in your country.

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