XDJ-AERO

Industry’s first^*1, DJing with tracks in smart phones and tablets via Wi-Fi

By downloading special mobile applications^*2 for smart phones and tablets (free of charge), and connecting the Wireless DJ System via Wi-Fi, DJ play can be enjoyed using music stored in each of these devices(Max four devices). In addition, the included “rekordbox™” music management software for DJ play enables DJing with music stored inside a Windows PCs^*3 and Mac.

*1 Pioneer research as of August 9th 2012.
*2 Downloadable from the end of August 2012.
*3 Requires PC with wireless LAN functions or wireless LAN network.

Player and mixer combined, and can also be used as an independent 2-channel mixer

The combined structure of two players and a mixer means users can DJ with this device alone. The mixer part is equipped with ports for the connection of external hardware such as CDJ players and turntables, etc., so it can also be used as an independent 2-channel mixer.

Various effects for musical arrangements and mixing with simple controls

A combination of JOG controls with effects enables a wide range of arrangements and mixes using music and built-in sound sources with a simple control.

1. JOG DRUM

Enjoy wide-ranging DJ play - touch the JOG dial to play music, and turn it to scratch.

2. SAMPLE LAUNCH

Play as a DJ using four built-in sound (SCRATCH, HORN, SIREN, and LASER). Users can also play with sounds^*4 stored on USB memory, compiled with the “rekordbox™” music management software using these buttons.

* These four buttons [1-4] can be used as a play button for the "SAMPLE LAUNCH".

3. BEAT EFFECT^※5

“BEAT EFFECTS” popular in the DJM series are loaded in each player, where four types of effect (TRANS, FLANGER, ECHO and ROLL) can be selected for each piece of music being played, and the number of beats and effect levels can be changed so that users can enjoy diverse types of DJ performance.

4. SOUND COLOR FILTER

The “SOUND COLOR FILTER” popular in the DJM series is loaded in each channel of the mixer, and dynamic arranging and mixing of music will be possible by adding effects to sound regions.

*4 A software-based function update will be required for this device (to be provided via the Pioneer homepage from December 2012).
*5 Operates using music where the tempo (BPM: Beats Per Minute) has been analyzed or automatically detected during playback by means of “rekordbox™” and “special mobile applications”.

Automatic mixing of two pieces of music with one-touch controls

1. BEAT SYNC^※6
Simply press the “SYNC” button and you can synchronize the music that is being played by each player.

2. AUTO MIX
By loading Playlists created with “rekordbox™” stored in smartphones, tablets, PCs and USB storage devices to the device enables you to playback the Playlist in order using cross-fade*6 or fade-in/fade-out.

*6 Operates with beat-analyzed music using “rekordbox™” and “special mobile associations”.

Slim and stylish design looks good in interior spaces

The device has been given a slim and stylish design to look good in any interior, with a smoke-colored acrylic panel around a slim, rounded case, and blue and white LEDs illuminating the low-profile JOG and control buttons.

Direct recording to USB storage devices

With a USB port (Type A) on the top panel, DJ mixes can be recorded directly to USB storage devices. Recorded DJ mixes are stored in WAV format for listening on smartphones, tablets and PCs.

High sound quality design for clear and powerful DJ sound

High sound quality has been achieved by using audio circuits from professional DJ equipment in the master-out parts. In addition, the player and mixer audio processing blocks have been produced as one chip, and full digital processing has facilitated DJ play with clear sound while minimizing distortion/noise from A/D-D/A conversion.

DJ play by connecting Pioneer DJ players supporting rekordbox™ (Smartphone/Tablet)

■DJ play through Wi-Fi connection to XDJ-AREO
By downloading rekordbox™ for smart phones and tablets (free of charge), and connecting the Wireless DJ System via Wi-Fi, DJ play can be enjoyed using music stored in each of these devices(Max four devices). In addition, the included “rekordbox™ (Mac/Windows)” music management software for DJ play enables DJing with music stored inside a Windows PCs and Mac.

Other functions

● High performance channel fader with slider for smooth operation.
● AUTO BEAT LOOP^*5 for automatic music LOOPS at specified beat positions.
● “QUANTIZE” function^*6 automatically makes corrections when the specified beat has been strayed from during AUTO BEAT LOOP & BEAT EFFECT.
● LCD screen supporting display of music in 18 languages.
● Independent three-band equalizer.
● DJ software MIDI/HID control possible.
● Built-in high-quality audio interface.
● MIC JACK.
● Environmentally-friendly "Auto Standby Function" that switches the power to standby mode when there is no operation or input for a certain period of time.

specifications

Playable media	iPhone/iPad/iPod touch, Android phone/Android Tablet, etc., USB storage devices (Flash memory/HDD, etc.), computers (Mac/Windows PC)
Playable file formats	USB connection: MP3,AAC,WAV,AIFF/Wi-Fi connection:MP3,AAC
USB storage formats supported	FAT, FAT32, HFS+ (read-only, when journaling)
Recording file	WAV
No. of channels	2
Wireless communications format	IEEE 802.11b/g/n (2.4GHz band)
Sampling rate	44.1 kHz
A/D, D/A converter	24 bit
Frequency response	20 Hz～20 kHz
S/N ratio	105 dB or above (Wi-Fi/USB PLAY)
Total harmonic distortion	Max.0.003 % (Wi-Fi/USB PLAY)
Head room	19 dB
USB ports	A port × 1, B port × 1
Inputs	PHONO/LINE × 2 (RCA)、MIC × 1 (1/4 inch PHONE)
Outputs	MASTER OUT × 2 (1/4 inch PHONE × 1, RCA × 1), HEADPHONE MONITOR OUT × 2 (front 1/4 inchPHONE, MiniPin)
Enclosed AC adapter	Power AC100-240 V (50 Hz/60 Hz) Rated output DC12 V
Maximum external dimensions	623 mm(W) × 289.5 mm(D) × 65 mm(H)
Unit mass	3.8 kg

Optional product

DJ system bag for exclusive use of XDJ-AERO/DDJ-ERGO.
This original Pioneer DJ bag is extremely easy to carry and features a vertical structure, cushions to protect devices, and large pockets.

Industry’s first^*1, DJing with tracks in smart phones and tablets via Wi-Fi

Player and mixer combined, and can also be used as an independent 2-channel mixer