TORAIZ SQUID User manual
Multitrack Sequencer / Séquenceur Multipiste / Multitrack-Sequenzer /
Sequenziatore Multitraccia / Multitrack Sequencer /
Secuenciador Multipista / Sequenciador Multifaixas /
Мультиканальный секвенсор
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Operating Instructions (Quick Start Guide) /
Mode d’emploi (Guide de démarrage rapide) /
Bedienungsanleitung (Kurzanleitung) /
Istruzioni per l’uso (Guida di avvio veloce) / Handleiding (Snelstartgids) /
Manual de instrucciones (Guía de inicio rápido) /
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Thank you for buying this Pioneer DJ product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly.
After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference.
In some countries or regions, the shape of the power plug and power outlet may sometimes differ from that shown in the explanatory drawings.
However the method of connecting and operating the unit is the same.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
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WARNING
This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire or
shock hazard, do not place any container filled with
liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or flower
pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain or
moisture.
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WARNING
To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked flame
sources (such as a lighted candle) on the equipment.
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Operating Environment
Operating environment temperature and humidity:
+5 °C to +35 °C (+41 °F to +95 °F); less than 85 %RH
(cooling vents not blocked)
Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in
locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or
strong artificial light).
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POWER-CORD CAUTION
Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the
plug by tugging the cord and never touch the power
cord when your hands are wet as this could cause a
short circuit or electric shock. Do not place the unit, a
piece of furniture, etc., on the power cord, or pinch the
cord. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other
cords. The power cords should be routed such that they
are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord
can cause a fire or give you an electrical shock. Check
the power cord once in a while. When you find it
damaged, ask your nearest service center or your
dealer for a replacement.
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CAUTION
The switch on this unit will not completely shut off
all power from the AC outlet. Since the power cord
serves as the main disconnect device for the unit,
you will need to unplug it from the AC outlet to shut
down all power. Therefore, make sure the unit has
been installed so that the power cord can be easily
unplugged from the AC outlet in case of an accident.
To avoid fire hazard, the power cord should also be
unplugged from the AC outlet when left unused for a
long period of time (for example, when on vacation).
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If you want to dispose this product, do not mix it with general household waste. There is a separate collection system for used
electronic products in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling.
Private households in the member states of the EU, in Switzerland and Norway may return their used electronic products free of charge to
designated collection facilities or to a retailer (if you purchase a similar new one).
For countries not mentioned above, please contact your local authorities for the correct method of disposal.
By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential
negative effects on the environment and human health.
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VENTILATION CAUTION
When installing this unit, make sure to leave space
around the unit for ventilation to improve heat radiation
(at least 5 cm at rear, and 5 cm at each side).
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When using this product, confirm the safety
information shown on the bottom of the unit.
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CAUTION
This product is evaluated in moderate and tropical
climate condition.
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The graphical symbol placed on the product
means alternating current.
The graphical symbol placed on the product
means direct current.
The graphical symbol placed on the product
means Class II equipment.
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Contents
How to read this manual
Thank you for buying this Pioneer DJ product.
Be sure to read this manual and the Operating Instructions available on
the Pioneer DJ site. Both documents include important information that
you should understand before using this product.
In particular, be sure to read “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.”
!In this manual, the names of buttons, controls and terminals
indicated on the product, and program options appearing on the
unit display, etc., are indicated within square brackets ([ ]). (e.g.
[GLOBAL] button, [CLOCK OUT] terminal, [Save As])
!Please note that the screens and specifications of the software
described in this manual as well as the external appearance and
specifications of the hardware are currently under development and
may differ from the final specifications.
!Please note that depending on the operating system version, web
browser settings, etc., operation may differ from the procedures
described in this manual.
This manual provides brief descriptions regarding the names of the
parts of the unit, the connections between the unit and peripherals, and
basic operations.
For more detailed instructions on using the unit, see the Operating
Instructions for this unit.
!To learn how to obtain the Operating Instructions for this unit, see
“Viewing the Operating Instructions” on page 4.
Before starting
Features .............................................................................................. 4
What’s in the box................................................................................. 4
Viewing the Operating Instructions ..................................................... 4
Auto power off function........................................................................ 4
Part names
Control panel....................................................................................... 5
Rear Panel .......................................................................................... 8
Connections
Connecting inputs and outputs............................................................ 9
Operation
Playing demo patterns ...................................................................... 11
Creating a new project ...................................................................... 11
Recording notes in a pattern ............................................................. 12
Using INTERPOLATION................................................................... 12
Using TIME WARP............................................................................ 13
Saving a project................................................................................. 13
Additional information
Troubleshooting ................................................................................ 14
Changing the settings........................................................................ 14
Precautions regarding our repair services ........................................ 14
About trademarks and registered trademarks................................... 14
Specifications .................................................................................... 14
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Before starting
Features
The SQUID is a standalone multitrack sequencer that can connect
various music production equipment and produce phrases
successively.
Phrases can be sequenced quickly using the step parameter controls
which work independently for each parameter and the sequence
functions such as HARMONIZER and INTERPOLATION.
Get new inspirations and phrases constantly by adding different
arrangements to the sequence and experimenting with the user
interface using numerous arrangement functions such as RUNNING
DIRECTION, GROOVE BEND and SPEED MODULATION.
This inspiring and expressive musical tool is compatible with many
types of music production systems. It features terminals for USB and
MIDI as well as CV/GATE OUT and DIN SYNC—which can control
not only modular synthesizers but also vintage electronic musical
instruments.
What’s in the box
!AC adaptor
!Power cord
!Operating Instructions (Quick Start Guide) (this document)
Viewing the Operating Instructions
Instructions may also be provided in PDF files.
Adobe® Reader® must be installed in order to view PDF-format files.
1 Launch a web browser on your PC/Mac and access
the Pioneer DJ site below.
pioneerdj.com
!To select your language, click the flag or global icon in the top right
corner of the screen.
2 Point the cursor to [Support] and click it.
3 Click [Tutorials, manuals & documentation].
4 Click [SQUID] in the [MUSIC PRODUCTION]
category.
5 Click on the desired language from the list.
Download the manual if needed.
Auto power off function
This unit has an auto power off function, which is enabled as the default
setting. The power turns off automatically when there is no signal input,
output or operation for approximately 4 hours.
To turn on the power once the unit has turned off automatically, press
the [u]button on the rear panel to release it to the off position (v), and
then press in the [u]button again (w).
To disable the auto power off function, press the [GLOBAL] button to
display the GLOBAL menu. Then, turn the rotary selector to switch the
[Auto Power Off] setting to [Disable].
Notes
!Unsaved data will be lost if the unit is powered off automatically.
Be sure to save important data such as edited project data.
!The auto power off function may not turn off the unit in certain
modes of operation. Therefore, always be sure to turn off the power
manually after use.
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Part names
For further details on each button and control, refer to “Part names and functions” section in the Operating Instructions.
Control panel
Global section
Phrase arrangement section Step edit section
Global section
1SHIFT button
2k(record) button
3g(stop) button
4d(play) button
5TAP button
6GLOBAL button
7BACK button
8Rotary selector
9Display
aTIME WARP button
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Phrase arrangement section
bSHAPE control
cMOD LENGTH control
dDEPTH control
eSCALE control
fARP button
gSWING control
hREV button
i(right) button
j(down) button
k(zigzag) button
lSWITCH BACK button
m(clockwise) button
n(counterclockwise) button
o(skip back) button
pGROOVE BEND slider
qAUTOMATION ON indicator
r1/2X (half) button
sGATE HOLD button
t2X (double) button
uRHYTHM buttons
1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32, TRIPLET, DOTTED
vTRIG PROB button
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Step edit section
wTRACK button
xTRK MUTE button
yPATTERN button
zSCALE button
ATRANSPOSE button
BTRIGGER button
CTIE button
DACTIVE button
ECOPY button
FPASTE button
Gcbutton
Hdbutton
I16 pads
JHARMONIZER buttons
KPITCH button
LPITCH/CC1 control
MGATE button
NGATE/CC2 control
OVELOCITY button
PVELOCITY/CC3 control
QCOUNT/CC4 control
RFIXED LENGTH button
SDIVIDE/CC5 control
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Rear Panel
1Cable hook
2DC IN terminal
3ubutton
Turns the power of this unit On/Off.
wOn/vOff
This switch is between off and on for this unit.
4USB-B terminal
5MIDI THRU/OUT2 terminal
6MIDI OUT1 terminal
7MIDI IN terminal
8CV OUT1 terminal
9GATE OUT1 terminal
aCV OUT2 terminal
bGATE OUT2 terminal
cCLOCK OUT terminal
dCLOCK IN terminal
eDIN SYNC OUT1 terminal
fDIN SYNC IN/OUT2 terminal
gKensington lock slot
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Connections
!Be sure to turn off the power, disconnect the USB cable from this unit, and unplug the power cord from the power outlet whenever making or
changing connections.
!Connect the power cord and a USB cable once all the connections between devices have been completed.
!Be sure to use the included power cord and AC adaptor.
!Refer to the operating instructions for components to be connected.
!Use a USB cable which complies with USB 2.0.
!The unit is powered by either the AC adapter or USB-bus power.
The unit can be operated by just connecting the unit and your PC/Mac via a USB cable without connecting the AC adaptor.
If the AC adapter is connected at the same time, the USB-bus power can be used as a backup power source. If the AC adapter is disconnected
while using the unit, the unit automatically switches the power drive to the USB-bus power.
Special notes when using USB-bus power
!There are some restrictions in functions such as dimming on buttons, LEDs for pads, and display.
!Connect the unit directly to a USB 2.0/3.0 port on your PC/Mac using a USB cable.
!We recommend using a USB certified USB cable that is 2 meters (6.56 feet) or shorter.
Connecting inputs and outputs
To power outlet
AC adaptor
(included)
PC/Mac
Power cord
(included)
MIDI-compatible synthesizer,
drum machine, sound module, etc.
MIDI-compatible
synthesizer,
drum machine,
sound module,
MIDI keyboard, etc.
DIN SYNC-compatible synthesizer,
drum machine, sound module, etc.
CV/GATE/CLOCK-compatible synthesizer,
drum machine, sound module, etc.
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How to use the cable hook
Hook the connection cable of the AC power adaptor to avoid
accidentally disconnecting it from the unit.
1 Fit the connection cable of the AC adaptor into the
cable hook.
Secure the cable into place.
2 Connect the plug of the connection cable to the
[DC IN] terminal. If the cable on the left side of the cable
hook is too long, tighten it moderately.
Pull gently
to tighten.
Plug in.
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