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11.1 CONTROL PCB ASSY A, B and TRANSFER PCB ASSY ..................66 11.2 DSP, OUTPUT and BAL. PCB ASSYS ........................70 11.3 MIX and CR FADER PCB ASSYS ..........................74 11.4 FRONT and TOUCH PCB ASSYS ..........................78 11.5 LED PCB ASSY................................80 12. PCB PARTS LIST ................................81 DDJ-SX2...
1.2 NOTES ON DSP PCB ASSY For stabilization of power-supply start, the circuitry of the DSP PCB Assy was modified during production. The serial numbers of the DDJ-SX2 units with the DSP PCB Assy before modification are as follows: Model...
Stereo phone jack (Ø 6.3 mm) ..........1 set Stereo mini phone jack (Ø 3.5 mm)........1 set USB terminal B type ..................1 set • For improvement purposes, specifications and design of this unit and the included software are subject to change without notice. DDJ-SX2...
Extension FFC for diagnosis GGP1246 37-pin FFC (Part No.: 406-S1-1234-HA) (Two FFCs required for diagnosis Lubricants and Glues List Name Part No. Remarks Adhesive GYL1001 Refer to “7. DISASSEMBLY”. Adhesive GYL1005 Refer to “7. DISASSEMBLY”. Grease GEM1096 Refer to “7. DISASSEMBLY”. DDJ-SX2...
When ordering service parts, be sure to refer to "EXPLODED VIEWS and PARTS LIST" or "PCB PARTS LIST". The > mark found on some component parts indicates the importance of the safety factor of the part. Therefore, when replacing, be sure to use parts of identical designation. DDJ-SX2...
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2: HPG 2ADGND 2ADGND 3: HPG ENCA ENCA ENCB ENCB 4: HPR PWMC PWMC STBC STBC DI NC DI NC CL K C CL K C 5VL ED 5VL ED SHCP SHCP 5VL ED 5VL ED GNDL ED GNDL ED DDJ-SX2...
If current is not conducted, replace the switch. If the segment or signal line in question is on CONTROL PCB Assy A/B, IC505 is defective. If it is on the MIX PCB Assy, IC703 is defective. Replace the defective part. DDJ-SX2...
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Check whether the signals from Pins 2 The UCOM (IC24) is in failure. and 4 of CN501 are fixed at "H" when Replace the DSP PCB Assy. the jog dial is turned. The photo interrupter is defective. Replace the SENSOR PCB Assy. DDJ-SX2...
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LED is connected to. Check the diode of the LED that does not light. If it is OK, then the IC to which the LED in question is connected is defective. Replace the IC which target LED is connected to. DDJ-SX2...
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See "The MIC1/MIC2 input signal is not output." PHONO or MIC? PHONO If the LINE/PHONO switching signal is NOT "L," UCOM (IC25) is in failure. If the LINE/PHONO switching signal is "L," the connected transistor is in failure. Replace the part in failure or PCB Assy. DDJ-SX2...
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Replace the part in failure. If the problem persists, replace the DSP PCB Assy. The regulator IC is in failure. Check the peripheral parts. If no problem is found, replace IC18. If the problem persists, replace the DSP PCB Assy. DDJ-SX2...
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Is the input to IC28 3.3 V? See "D3.3V is in failure." The regulator IC is in failure. Check the peripheral parts. If no problem is found, replace IC28. If the problem persists, IC29 is in failure. Replace IC29. DDJ-SX2...
The operating environment of the PC required for installation of Serato DJ is shown below. • For the latest information on the required operating environment and compatibility as well as to acquire the latest operating system, refer to “Software Info” under “DDJ-SX2” on the Pioneer DJ support site below. http://pioneerdj.com/support/ •...
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1 The [BUY/ACTIVATE] icon may appear on the right side of the screen displayed when Serato DJ is launched for the first time, but for those using DDJ-SX2 there is no need to activate or purchase a license. You can purchase extended packs such as DVS and use them as additional options.
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Adjust [TRIM] so that the orange indicator on the channel level indicatorlights at the peak level. 5 Turn the [MASTER LEVEL] control (1) to adjust the audio level of the speakers. Monitoring sound with headphones Set the positions of the controls, etc., as shown below. DDJ-SX2...
When in this mode, the firmware version display appear first. In this mode, it does not work to communicate with computer via USB. In this mode, LED dimmer is not available. Firmware version (x.xx) into into Service mode Service mode DDJ-SX2...
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*1: If the firmware version is "0", all segments of the Channel Level Indicator are unlit. *2: If any Channel fader is slid, state of the Channel fader is indicated instead of firmware version. 2. Check of buttons All buttons on this controller can be checked using LEDs in Service Mode. C3 C4 DDJ-SX2...
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(LED within left CENSOR button is used in order to check the "C5" button.) 3. Check of rotary knobs, sliders and NEEDLE SEARCH pads All rotary knobs, sliders and NEEDLE SEARCH pad on this controller can be checked using LEDs in Service Mode. DDJ-SX2...
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Therefore, the controller should round the actual position data to 11 steps. When position of the Channel fader is bottom, When position of the Channel fader is top, all segments of the Channel Level Indicator should be unlit. all segments of the Channel Level Indicator should be lit. DDJ-SX2...
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Master level indicator should be lit. 4. Check of rotary encoders, slide SWs, and Jog dials All rotary encoders, slide SWs, and Jog dials on this controller can be checked using LEDs in Service Mode. DDJ-SX2...
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Figure-4 LED behavior of when a slide SW is slid, a rotary encoder is turned, or a Jog dial is turned *: Only when positon of a slide SW is moved, lighting position of white LED is moved clockwise. *: The starting position depends on the last position. DDJ-SX2...
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*1: LED within the pressed Pad Mode button is lit with blue color. In order to return from Velocity check mode to Service mode, press the Rotary selector. Then the controller should return to condition right after it launches in Service mode. DDJ-SX2...
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Channel Level Indicator during Velocity check mode. *: Lighting of Channel Level Indicator should be applied pressure force of not only initial touch (velocity) but also after touch during Velocity check mode. DDJ-SX2...
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Figure-6 Relation between Pad and Channel Level Indicator during Velocity check mode (Following example is left-side. It is the same for right-side.) Figure-7 Relation between pressure force and lighting segment A few segment is lit. Many segments are lit. Tap a Pad weakly Tap a Pad hard DDJ-SX2...
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Measurement mode. Unused LEDs should be unlit during Measurement mode. [How to exit Measurement mode] In order to exit Measurement mode, turn off the power. These LEDs are lit right after the controller launches in Measurement mode. into Measurement mode DDJ-SX2...
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0 (all off) Above figure is shown "235 msec". *1: If a place of a measurement value is "0", all segments of the related Channel Level Indicator are unlit. Channel Level Indicator (CH3) is not used in Measurement mode. DDJ-SX2...
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• For operation check of a rotary VR after replacement Figure-9 Relation between knob/fader and LED Knobs and faders painted with light blue color are checkable. Number in this figure means order of which select test subject. 12 13 23 24 29 30 DDJ-SX2...
Even if the unit shown in the photos and illustrations in this manual may differ from your product, the procedures described here are common. Knobs and Volumes Location 100-S1-3006-HA 100-S1-3007-HA 100-S1-3008-HA 100-S1-3010-HA ×18 ×2 ×9 ×1 White White Black Black Black Black 100-S1-3009-HA 100-S1-3005-HA 100-SXMK2-3157 ×4 ×2 ×6 White White White Black Black Black DDJ-SX2...
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Isolation plate • DSP and OUTPUT PCB Assemblies (1) Remove the Strain relief bush by removing the 1 screw. (602-BTB3012-446B-HA) (2) Remove the 4 screws. (602-MP3-324-HA) • Rear view (3) Remove the Ground terminal and washer. Screw tightening order DDJ-SX2...
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USB fixing bracket (USB fixed plate) must be detached together with it. To detach them, remove the solder from the JACK and USB fixed plate. CONTROL PCB Assy B CONTROL PCB Assy A USB fixed plate • Bottom view USB JACK DDJ-SX2...
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4 then turn over the DSP PCB Assy toward the front side. Extension FFC (GGP1246) for diagnoses Step 3: Replace the FFCs 1 and 2 with the ones for diagnosis. Step 4: Connect the adapter and cables. Diagnosis DDJ-SX2...
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(1) Remove the 6 solders. JW LED base (2) Remove the 1 nut and 1 washer. (3) Remove the JW LED base by removing the 2 screws. (602-3113-122-HA) TRANSFER PCB Assy • Bottom view (4) Remove the 1 E ring. • Bottom view DDJ-SX2...
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Double-back tape is supplied with the WHEEL Assy. · When the LED & COVER Assy is to be replaced: Double-back tape (TWIN ADHESIVE) (must), • Bottom view Windows Lens (if necessary) · When the WHEEL Assy is to be replaced: Windows Lens (if necessary) DDJ-SX2...
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• Bottom view • FRONT PCB Assy (1) Remove the 2 Gain rotate knobs. (2) Remove the 2 screws. (602-MP3-324-HA) (3) Remove the FRONT PCB Assy by removing the 7 screws. (602-DJ5500-452-HA) Screw tightening order • Bottom view FRONT PCB Assy DDJ-SX2...
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Note: Even if double-back tape was not used in the initial state, be sure to attach double-back tape when reattaching the front panel. Double-back tape Double-back tape Double-back tape: NITTO No. 500 (5 mm × 40 mm) Double-back tape Double-back tape DDJ-SX2...
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(8) Remove the Ground plate by removing the 4 screws. (602-SL24F-099-HA) (9) Disconnect the 2 flexible cables and 4 connectors. CN501 CN501 (CN500 x2, CN501 x2, CN502 x2) CN500 CN500 (10) Remove the 2 solders. CN502 CN502 • Bottom view DDJ-SX2...
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PCB Assy A • Bottom view Screw tightening order The other screws are random order. • TOUCH PCB Assy (1) Remove the 2 TOUCH PCB Assemblies by TOUCH PCB Assy TOUCH PCB Assy removing the 6 screws. (602-B600-057-HA) • Bottom view DDJ-SX2...
• Confirmation of the version of the firmware IC24, IC25, DSP PCB Assy • Updating to the latest version of the firmware • Factory reset • When replaced WHEEL Assy • Confirmation of the specified value by the mode which measures Jog dial rotation time DDJ-SX2...
AC adapter Pioneer_DDJ-SX2_Version/exe (DC IN) Computer (USB) 2 Turn on the power of DDJ-SX2 while pressing the [SHIFT] button and the [SYNC] button on the LEFT deck ensure the Level meter LEDs flash before releasing your finger from the these buttons.
–17 / –16 . . . 0 . . . +16 / +17 (35 steps) Jog dial touch sensor Jog dial touch sensor sensitivity adjustment sensitivity adjustment The LEDs at the center of the jog dial: All unlit (–17) to half lit (0) to all lit (+17) DDJ-SX2...
Screws adjacent to b mark on product are used for disassembly. For the applying amount of lubricants or glue, follow the instructions in this manual. (In the case of no amount instructions, apply as you think it appropriate.) 9.1 PACKING SECTION DDJ-SX2...
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13 Quick Start Guide See Contrast table (2) 14 Quick Start Guide See Contrast table (2) 15 Handle 100-SX-3017 (2) CONTRAST TABLE DDJ-SX2/SVYXE8, UXECB, FJKLPXE5 and AXE5 are constructed the same except for the following: DDJ-SX2 DDJ-SX2 DDJ-SX2 DDJ-SX2 Mark Symbol and Description...
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Parts not numbered are non-service parts (NSPs). ∗2: To ensure performance of the product and protection of the parts, these parts must be attached. ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ DDJ-SX2...
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39 PAD & FSR Assy 704-S1MK2-A962 79 1, 2 Button 100-SX2-3159 40 Chassis Assy (for Service) See Contrast table (2) 80 CENSOR Button 100-SX2A-2989 ∗2: To ensure performance of the product and protection of the parts, these parts must be attached. DDJ-SX2...
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602-CTF3010-698B-HA 131 Screw 602-DJ5500-452-HA 132 Screw 602-HP1010K-182-HA 133 Screw 602-MP3-324-HA 134 Screw 602-PROS2-363-HA (2) CONTRAST TABLE DDJ-SX2/SVYXE8, UXECB, FJKLPXE5 and AXE5 are constructed the same except for the following: DDJ-SX2 DDJ-SX2 DDJ-SX2 DDJ-SX2 Mark Symbol and Description /SVYXE8 /UXECB /FJKLPXE5...
CONTROL PCB ASSY B (704-S1MK2-A954) HOL E500 HOL E501 C505 C538 CHASSI S CHASSI S 2AD7 C557 GNDL ED CARBON PAD CN2A (A) CN3A (B) SG7C SG7/KS7 SG8C SG8/KS8 SG9C SG9/KS9 SG10C SG10/KS10 SG11 GR12/GR7 C507 A B C DDJ-SX2...
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NC NC NC NC NC NC NC NC NC NC NC NC The > mark found on some component parts indicates the importance of the safety factor of the part. Therefore, when replacing, be sure to use parts of identical designation. D E F DDJ-SX2...
11. PCB CONNECTION DIAGRAM 11.1 CONTROL PCB ASSY A, B and TRANSFER PCB ASSY SIDE A CONTROL PC B ASSY A CONTROL PCB ASSY B CN501 TRANSFER PCB ASSY CN14A (A) CN14B (B) A B C DDJ-SX2...
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1. The parts mounted on this PCB include all necessary parts for several destinations. For further information for respective destinations, be sure to check with the schematic diagram. 2. View point of PCB diagrams. Connector Capacitor SIDE A SIDE B P.C.Board Chip Part DDJ-SX2...
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SIDE B CONTROL PCB ASSY A CONTROL PCB ASSY B CARBON PAD TRAN PCB A IC504 IC509 IC508 IC503 IC510 IC502 IC507 Q500-Q502 DDJ-SX2...
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SIDE B SENSOR PCB ASSY CN3A W500B W500A TRANSFER CN2A PCB ASSY IC505 IC506 IC501 IC500 A B C DDJ-SX2...
11.4 FRONT and TOUCH PCB ASSYS SIDE A FRONT PCB ASSY CN4B TOUCH PCB ASSY CN4A SIDE B CN5A (L side) CN5B (R side) TOUCH PCB ASSY CN4B FRONT PCB ASSY IC1100 DDJ-SX2...