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PIONEER DJ Toraiz Squid User Manual

PIONEER DJ Toraiz Squid
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Multitrack Sequencer
Operating Instructions
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PIONEER DJ Toraiz Squid Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPIONEER DJ
ModelToraiz Squid
CategoryRecording Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

How to Read This Manual

Before Starting Guide

Product Features Overview

Details the SQUID's capabilities, including multitrack sequencing, phrase arrangement, and connectivity.

Automatic Power Off Function

Explains the auto power off feature, how to enable/disable it, and its implications for saved data.

Part Names and Functions Overview

Global Section Controls

Details the SHIFT, record, stop, play, TAP, GLOBAL, BACK, Rotary selector, and TIME WARP buttons.

Phrase Arrangement Section Controls

Explains controls for Speed Modulation, Melodic Control, Groove Control, Running Direction, Speed Control, and Rhythmic Control.

Step Edit Section Controls

Details controls for TRACK, TRK MUTE, PATTERN, SCALE, TRANSPOSE, TRIGGER, TIE, and ACTIVE modes.

Rear Panel Connections and Functions

Describes the DC IN, USB, MIDI, CV/GATE, CLOCK, and DIN SYNC terminals, along with the power button.

Device Connections Guide

Connecting Inputs and Outputs

Illustrates how to connect MIDI, DIN SYNC, CV/GATE/CLOCK devices, and a PC/Mac.

Cable Hook Usage

Explains the procedure for securing the AC adapter cable using the unit's cable hook.

Unit Data Structure

Basic Operation Procedures

Project Management

Covers creating, loading, saving, overwriting, renaming, and deleting projects.

Transport Controls

Explains how to play, pause, and stop sequences using the Global section transport buttons.

Step Edit Section Controls

16-Pad Mode Switching

Details the different modes for the 16-pads, including Track, Pattern, Scale, Chord, and Trigger modes.

Track Mode Operation

Explains how to select and edit individual tracks using the 16-pads.

Track Mute Mode

Describes how to mute and solo individual tracks using the 16-pads.

Pattern Mode Operations

Details how to load, save, and delete patterns using the 16-pads.

Pattern Set Mode

Explains how to save and load combinations of patterns as pattern sets.

Scale Mode for Playing

Covers playing scales using the 16-pads and changing the note range.

Chord Mode for Playing

Explains how to play chords and set chord set numbers using the 16-pads.

Transpose Mode for Pitch Shifting

Details how to transpose the current pattern in real-time using the 16-pads.

Trigger Mode for Step Sequencing

Explains step recording, parameters per step, COUNT and DIVIDE values, and TIE/ACTIVE settings.

CC (Control Change) Mode

Describes how to assign and sequence MIDI control values using the 16-pads.

Tie Mode for Note Connection

Explains how to set the tie of each step to connect sounds from previous steps.

CV Slide Mode

Details setting CV Slide for steps to smoothly change pitch values between steps.

Active Mode for Step Control

Explains how to set steps to Active or Inactive, skipping inactive steps during playback.

Interpolation Function

Describes interpolating parameters (Pitch, Gate, Velocity) between beginning, middle, and end points.

Randomizer Function

Explains randomizing mute/unmute, Pitch, Gate, Velocity, or control values for steps.

Harmonizer Function

Details playing chords based on the PITCH value as the root, applied to steps.

Copy and Paste Functions

Explains copying and pasting steps, patterns, and notes.

Delete Functions

Covers deleting automation, initializing steps, and deleting patterns or pattern sets.

Step Shift Function

Explains shifting all steps forwards or backwards within a pattern.

Step Jump Function

Describes moving the playback position to a specific step by pressing a pad.

Fixed Length Function

Explains automatically fixing the pattern length to a predetermined number of beats.

Phrase Arrangement Functions

Speed Modulation Function

Details fluctuating playback speed to create unique grooves using Shape, Mod Length, and Depth.

Melodic Control Function

Covers changing scale/key and using the Arpeggiator to alter phrase atmosphere.

Groove Control Function

Explains creating grooves by altering trigger timing using Swing and Groove Bend.

Running Direction Function

Details changing playback direction (forward, reverse, switch back) of sequences.

Speed Control Function

Explains changing playback speed (1/2X, 2X) and using Nudge for beat matching.

Rhythmic Control Function

Details creating fill-ins and phrases by looping parts or changing trigger probability.

Global Section Features

Undo Functionality

Allows undoing up to 16 past operations and restoring the unit to a previous state.

Time Warp Mode

Enables auto-recording and playback of previously played patterns as new patterns.

Changing Unit Settings

Guide to accessing and modifying various unit settings through the GLOBAL menu.

Quantize Settings

Setting Quantize Range

Explains how to correct trigger timing imperfections and set quantization values.

Arpeggiator Settings

Configuring Arpeggiator Settings

Details how to set Arpeggiator Rate, Style, Range, and Gate Length.

Trigger Probability Settings

Setting Trigger Probability Rate

Explains how to set the probability of triggers for each step in a pattern.

Track Settings

Configuring Track Settings

Covers changing track name, mono/poly settings, track speed, and track colors.

Harmonizer Settings

Setting Chord Types

Details selecting and customizing chord types for the Harmonizer buttons.

Fixed Length Settings

Configuring Fixed Length

Explains how to set the fixed length of a pattern in beats.

Connecting External Equipment

Connecting to MIDI Devices and PC/Mac

Guide to connecting the unit via MIDI OUT or USB-B to external MIDI devices or computers.

Synchronizing with MIDI Devices and PCs

Details synchronized playback using MIDI messages as master or slave devices.

Connecting to CV/GATE Devices

Explains connecting synthesizers or sound modules using CV/GATE signals.

Synchronizing with DIN SYNC Devices

Details synchronizing the unit with DIN SYNC devices using timing clock and control signals.

Synchronizing with CLOCK Devices

Explains synchronizing with devices using CLOCK signals for timing and control.

Signal Conversion Functions

Covers timing clock rate conversion and CV/GATE conversion between different formats.

Additional Information and Support

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Provides solutions for power issues, unstable operation, and general problems.

Trademarks and Copyrights

Lists trademark information for Pioneer DJ Corporation and other companies.

Product Specifications

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