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What DJ units support PRO DJ LINK?

rekordbox for iOS (ver. 4)

Units compatible with PRO DJ LINK (as of Oct. 2024)

	Wi Fi	Wired connection
	Wi Fi	USB	Ethernet
CDJ-3000	✔	Type-B	✔
CDJ-TOUR1	✔	Type-B	✔
CDJ-2000NXS2	✔	Type-B	✔
CDJ-2000NXS	✔	✕	✔
CDJ-900NXS	✔	✕	✔
XDJ-1000MK2	✔	Type-B	✔
XDJ-1000	✔	✕	✔
XDJ-700	✔	✕	✔
DJM-A9	✔	✕	✔
euphonia	✕	✕	✕
OPUS-QUAD	✔	Type-C	✔
OMNIS-DUO	✔	✕	✕
XDJ-AZ	✔	Type-C	✔
XDJ-XZ	✔	Type-B	✔
XDJ-RR	✕	Type-B	✕
XDJ-RX3	✕	Type-B	✕
XDJ-RX2	✕	Type-B	✕
XDJ-RX	✔	✕	✔

https://rekordbox.com/en/support/faq/connecting-to-dj-units/#faq-1238

How can I connect my mobile device to the PRO DJ LINK network?

Note: rekordbox for iOS (ver. 4) does not support (USB Type-A) wired connection.

- Wired connection (USB Type-B)

Connect DJ players (CDJ/XDJ) and a DJ mixer to a switching hub or a router with a built-in switching hub.

Connect your mobile device to a USB Type-B port on either of the DJ players (CDJ/XDJ).

*Turn off Wi-Fi on your mobile device to change to a wired connection.

Example

(1) Switching hub or router with built-in switching hub

(2) LAN cable

(3) Lightning to USB A adapter

(4) USB cable (A-B)

*(1) and (2) are not required for connection with All-in-one-DJ-System.

*Behaviors may differ from expectations depending on external devices, cables, and adapters.

- Wired connection (USB Type-C)

Connect DJ players (CDJ/XDJ) and a DJ mixer to a switching hub or a router with a built-in switching hub.

Connect your mobile device to a USB Type-C port on either of the DJ players (CDJ/XDJ).

*Turn off Wi-Fi on your mobile device to change to a wired connection.

Example

(1) Switching hub or router with built-in switching hub

(2) LAN cable

(3) Lightning to USB A adapter

(4) USB cable (A-C)

(5) USB cable (C-C)

*(1) and (2) are not required for connection with All-in-one-DJ-System.

*Behaviors may differ from expectations depending on external devices, cables, and adapters.

- Wired connection (Ethernet)

Connect DJ players (CDJ/XDJ) and a DJ mixer to a switching hub or a router with a built-in switching hub.

Connect your mobile device to a router or LAN hub.

*Turn off Wi-Fi on your mobile device to change to a wired connection.

Example

(1) Switching hub or router with built-in switching hub

(2) LAN cable

(3) Lightning to USB A adapter

(4) USB Ethernet adapter

*(1) is not required for connection with All-in-one-DJ-System.

*Behaviors may differ from expectations depending on external devices, cables, and adapters.

- Wireless connection (Wi-Fi)

Connect DJ players (CDJ/XDJ) and a DJ mixer to a wireless router with a built-in switching hub.

Connect your mobile device to the wireless router.

Example

(1) Wireless router with built-in switching hub

(2) LAN cable

*Behaviors may differ from expectations depending on external devices, cables, and adapters.

https://rekordbox.com/en/support/faq/connecting-to-dj-units/#faq-q100037

I’m DJing on equipment that’s connected via Wi-Fi to rekordbox for iOS. Can I make/receive phone calls or use other applications on my mobile device at the same time?

If you make/receive a phone call or use another application while DJing using rekordbox for iOS, rekordbox for iOS will continue running in the background. However, applications running in the background may stop or pause depending on iOS control. If this happens, you'll need to reconnect rekordbox for iOS.

https://rekordbox.com/en/support/faq/connecting-to-dj-units/#faq-3561

When I connect to a CDJ/XDJ/DJM via a wired connection and tap [Connect to CDJ/XDJ/DJM], the message “Turn Wi-Fi ON and connect to the Wi-Fi router connected to CDJ/XDJ/DJM via LAN cable.” appears. What does this mean?

It takes about 20 seconds to start communication after connecting the CDJ/XDJ/DJM to your mobile device via a wired connection.
Wait a while after connecting, then tap [Connect to CDJ/XDJ/DJM].

https://rekordbox.com/en/support/faq/connecting-to-dj-units/#faq-12293

Let me know which DJ controller can be played in a combination with rekordbox for iOS.

The following DJ controllers are supported.

　DDJ-200
　DDJ-FLX2
　DDJ-FLX4
　DDJ-GRV6

(As of October 2024)

https://rekordbox.com/en/support/faq/connecting-to-dj-units/#faq-q100051

How do I connect to DDJ-GRV6?

1.Connect a USB power supply adapter or mobile battery to the USB port (for power supply) on DDJ-GRV6.

2.Connect the mobile device to the USB port (for device connection) of DDJ-GRV6 using a USB cable.

If power can be supplied from your mobile device, Step 1 can be skipped.

When using the unit with a USB power adapter or mobile battery connected to the USB port (for power supply), make sure it has a maximum voltage of 24V or less and DC 9V 3A.
Use a USB cable certified to the appropriate standard.
Use a mobile battery without a power-saving function.

https://rekordbox.com/en/support/faq/connecting-to-dj-units/#faq-q100090

How do I connect to DDJ-200?

You can connect to DDJ-200 using a USB cable or Bluetooth.
For details, refer to the Instruction Manual of DDJ-200.

- To connect using Bluetooth
1. Connect a power supply of DC +5 V and 500 mA or more to the DDJ-200 USB terminal.
2. Connect rekordbox for iOS with Bluetooth.

*The sound is output from the mobile device.
*There is a greater likelihood of experiencing audio latency compared to a USB connection.

https://rekordbox.com/en/support/faq/connecting-to-dj-units/#faq-q100067

How do I connect to DDJ-FLX4?

You can connect to DDJ-FLX4 using a USB cable or Bluetooth.
For details, refer to the Instruction Manual of DDJ-FLX4.

To connect using a USB cable

Connect a USB power supply adapter or mobile battery to the USB port (for power supply) on DDJ-FLX4.
Connect the mobile device to the USB port (for device connection) of DDJ-FLX4 using a USB cable.
*The sound is output from the MASTER output terminals and headphones output terminal of DDJ-FLX4.

To connect using Bluetooth

Connect a USB power supply adapter or mobile battery to the USB port (for power supply) on DDJ-FLX4.
On rekordbox for iOS, access [rekordbox Button] > [Bluetooth] and select DDJ-FLX4 to connect via Bluetooth.
*The sound is output from the mobile device.
*There is a greater likelihood of experiencing audio latency compared to a USB connection.

*When using the unit with a USB power adapter or mobile battery connected to the USB port (for power supply), make sure it has a maximum voltage of 24V or less and DC 9V 3A.
*Use a USB cable certified to the appropriate standard.
*Use a mobile battery without a power-saving function.

https://rekordbox.com/en/support/faq/connecting-to-dj-units/#faq-q100052

How do I connect to DDJ-FLX2?

You can connect to DDJ-FLX2 using a USB cable or Bluetooth.
For details, refer to the Instruction Manual of DDJ-FLX2.

To connect using a USB-C cable

Connect the mobile device to the USB-C port of DDJ-FLX2 using a USB cable.
*The sound is output from the MASTER output terminals and headphones output terminal of DDJ-FLX2.

To connect using Bluetooth

Connect a USB power supply adapter or mobile battery to the USB port on DDJ-FLX2.
On rekordbox for iOS, access [rekordbox Button] > [Bluetooth] and select DDJ-FLX2 to connect via Bluetooth.
*The sound is output from the mobile device.
*There is a greater likelihood of experiencing audio latency compared to a USB connection.
*When using the unit with a USB power adapter or mobile battery connected to the USB port, make sure it has the power supply voltage of DC +5V and the power supply ability of 500 mA or more.
*Use a USB cable certified to the appropriate standard.
*Use a mobile battery without a power-saving function.

https://rekordbox.com/en/support/faq/connecting-to-dj-units/#faq-q100088

Can I update the DJ controller firmware on rekordbox for iOS?

The DJ controller firmware can be updated by following one of the methods below:

When rekordbox for iOS and the DJ controller are connected, you are notified if there is new firmware available. If an update needs to be performed, perform the update.
With rekordbox for iOS and the DJ controller connected, access [Settings] > [DJ Controller Device Name] > [Firmware Update] and run the update.

*The method that can be used to connect rekordbox for iOS and the DJ controller to update the firmware varies depending on the DJ controller.
*When updating the firmware, connect your mobile device to a power supply or ensure your mobile device is sufficiently charged before starting the update.

https://rekordbox.com/en/support/faq/connecting-to-dj-units/#faq-q100085