Pioneer DJM-A9 Quick Start Guide

Connections

The rear panel of the DJM-A9 offers various input and output options for connecting external devices.

Rear Panel Overview

Key connections include:

• USB Ports: For connecting computers or other USB devices.
• LINE/PHONO Inputs: For turntables, CDJs, or other audio sources.
• MIC Inputs (1 & 2): Balanced XLR/TRS combo jacks for microphones, with phantom power option for MIC 1.
• SEND/RETURN: For connecting external effects units.
• MASTER Outputs (1 & 2): Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA outputs for connecting to speakers or amplifiers.
• BOOTH Output: Balanced TRS outputs for monitor speakers.
• REC OUT: Unbalanced RCA output for recording devices.
• AC IN: Power input ?.
• GND: Ground terminal for turntables.
• Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Antenna: For wireless connectivity.
• LINK Port: For connecting to other compatible Pioneer DJ equipment.

Basic Operation

Master Section

The MASTER section controls the overall output volume ?.

• 1. MASTER LEVEL knob: Adjusts the main output volume. Ranges from -∞ to +5dB.
• 7. MASTER LEVEL meter: Visual indicator of the master output level.

Channel Controls

Each channel (CH1-CH4) has independent controls.

• 3. Input Selector: Choose the input source for the channel (DIGITAL, LINE, PHONO, RETURN, USB).
• 4. TRIM knob: Adjusts the input gain for the selected source. Ranges from -∞ to +9dB.
• 2. CH FADER: Controls the volume of the individual channel.
• 5. LEVEL meter: Visual indicator of the channel's signal level.

Crossfader

The CROSSFADER allows smooth transitions between channels.

• 2. CROSSFADER: Moves left ⬅️ to control channel A (or channels 1/2) and right ➡️ to control channel B (or channels 3/4).
• 6. A THRU B switch: Controls the crossfader curve and behavior.

Effects (FX)

The DJM-A9 features built-in Sound Color FX and Beat FX. (Detailed FX controls are beyond the scope of this Quick Start Guide).

Headphones Section

The HEADPHONES A/B section allows for cueing and monitoring.

• PHONES A / PHONES B: Connect headphones to either output ?.
• CUE buttons: Press to send the channel's audio to the headphones for preview.
• MIX knob: Balances the mix between the CUE signal and the MASTER output in the headphones.
• LEVEL knob: Adjusts the headphone volume ?.

Microphone (MIC) Section

Connect microphones to the MIC 1 and MIC 2 inputs.

• MIC 1 / MIC 2: Input jacks.
• LEVEL knob: Adjusts the microphone volume ?.
• ON/OFF / PUSH TO TALK button: Controls microphone power ? and enables a talk-over function.
• +48V (Phantom Power): Switch for MIC 1 to provide phantom power for condenser microphones.

Booth Output

The BOOTH section controls the monitor speaker output.

• BOOTH EQ (HI, LOW): Adjusts the treble and bass frequencies for the booth monitors.
• BOOTH LEVEL knob: Adjusts the volume for the booth monitors ?.

Diagram Descriptions

Rear Panel Diagram

The rear panel features a comprehensive array of connectivity options. From left to right, it includes the AC IN power connector ?, GND terminal, MIC 1 BALANCED (XLR/TRS combo jack) with a +48V PHANTOM switch, MIC 2 BALANCED (XLR/TRS combo jack). Further right are REC OUT (RCA), MASTER 1 (XLR) and MASTER 2 (XLR) outputs, BOOTH (BALANCED TRS) outputs, SEND and RETURN (1/4" TS) jacks for external effects. Below these are CH 1-4 inputs, each with PHONO/LINE/USB selectors and TRIM knobs. USB ports are also present for computer connectivity. A Bluetooth/Wi-Fi ANTENNA connector and a LINK port are located on the right side.

Front Panel (Top View) Diagram

The top section of the front panel houses master and monitoring controls. On the left is the MASTER LEVEL knob and meter ?. To its right are the BOOTH EQ controls (HI, LOW) and the BOOTH LEVEL knob ?. The center section features controls for Sound Color FX and Beat FX. The right side includes MIC 1 and MIC 2 input sections, each with a LEVEL knob ? and an ON/OFF / PUSH TO TALK button ?. MIC 1 also has a +48V phantom power switch.

Front Panel (Bottom View) Diagram

The lower section of the front panel is dedicated to channel control and mixing. From right to left, there are four channels (CH 1-4). Each channel strip includes an input selector (DIGITAL, LINE, PHONO, RETURN, USB), a TRIM knob for gain adjustment, and a CH FADER for volume control ?. The CROSSFADER is located centrally, allowing mixing between the left ⬅️ (CH 1/2) and right ➡️ (CH 3/4) sides. The A THRU B switch modifies the crossfader's behavior.

Headphones A/B Diagram

The HEADPHONES A/B section allows for monitoring. PHONES A and PHONES B are the headphone output jacks ?. For each headphone output (A and B), there are CUE buttons to select which channel to preview, a MIX knob to blend between the CUE signal and the master output, and a LEVEL knob to control the headphone volume ?.

Mic Section Diagram

The MIC section provides controls for microphone input. MIC 1 and MIC 2 are the input jacks. Each has a LEVEL knob ? to adjust volume. A button labeled ON/OFF and PUSH TO TALK controls the microphone's power ? and enables a talk-over function. MIC 1 also features a +48V switch for phantom power.