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Have done all the things, still not working, no options for inputs, only says master outputs and headphone outputs
I have my turntables plugged in via USB and RCA into the mixer I don’t know why it’s not working
Also, the z2 only works with RB when I have the controller editor open in the background with the template applied, this suppose to be like that?
So, just to make sure, you only have the option for Master and Monitor for deck INputs? If so, that is kinda weird.. Are you getting sound from Rekordbox Dj through the mixer? But just not getting the timecode signal into Rekordbox decks? What do the scopes do when in the DVS tab in preferences? Also, why do you have your turntables plugged in USB? Just need the rca’s to the mixer. This maybe a dumb question but, are you sure you have the DVS pluspack for RekordboxDJ ? It’s not included with the basic licence and is an extra purchase/extra licence unless you are on a monthly subscription. Sorry for all the questions, just trying to get as much info as possible.
Finally, you should only need to open up Controller Editor after you plug in the Z2, then you can close it and the template should stay loaded in the mixer. But if you press the gear button at the top and the Shift button at the same time, it should automatically go into midi mode with the last stored template, and you won’t have to open Controller Editor.
Yes I only have the output options, not inputs. Yes the mixer works fine all the sound comes through it, however when I use the pitch fader on the Turntables, it doesn’t send it too the program, the BPM stays the same. And I do not actually have an RB timecode at the moment I am getting a pair soon, but even if I did have the timecode atm I would still have this glitch with no inputs. And I have the usbs into the mixer aswell because with traktor scratch pro that’s what you do, I guessed it was the same. And no I do not have the DVS plus pack just because the fact that I do not own a pair of timecode vinyl yet. Even without having the timecode vinyl you would expect the BPM too change though with the pitch fader aswell as the play/pause button do not work, which is because I don’t have the options for input decks meaning the Turntables do not send any signals too the mixer/programme, thanks for helping I am struggling. Do you think getting the DVS plus pack will mean the inputs will be enabled?
Yes, that is exactly what the problem is. In RekordboxDJ, the inputs are only unable when you have the DVS pluspack. It is not like Traktor where there is always an input option.
Ahhh, you are a saviour, now I have to go spend £130
ah well it will be worth it. Thanks a lot for the help brother
Lol, no problem!
Okay so I have the DVS, and the plus pack, however my tempo faders and start/stop buttons don’t work? Do I have to use the sync button too play it every time?
Infact when I scratch the timecode it doesn’t even stop, track continues too play, as if the turntables aren’t even connected, I have set the inputs which is weird
No, make sure the decks are in relative or absolute mode. If it is in internal it ignores the timecode. Look up the rekordbox dj manual, in the DVS section.
Ahhh okay it’s working now, however the loop funct doesn’t work? And a little bit of the master song plays through the headphones when cueing a song? Also how do I switch too Live input for Vinyl? So complicated this I’m thinking of returning this mixer and getting a pioneer this is soo complicated for what it is
Most of the trouble you’re having is with the software because the mixer was never intended for Rekordbox so it’s not plug and play like with Traktor. But once it’s all set up it works well.
For the loops not working, make sure you’re in relative mode, it won’t work in absolute. Rekordbox is not like Traktor where it automatically switches from absolute to relative when you hit a loop or hot cue.
As for the master through the headphones, you have to open up the software mixer (check the mixer box at the top next to sampler) and turn the ‘MIXING’ knob all the way to the left, and the LEVEL knob all the way to the right. This you have to do once everytime you open up the software but I have actually mapped those two knobs to the Z2 shift+low eq knobs left and right so you can do it quickly.
Ahhh thanks think that’s everything working for now lol!
I can confirm the mapping works as intended. 
However to make the ‘autoloop’ function on your rotaries to work accordingly, I had to go to my Controller Editor:
Select Template → Assign tab → Select rotary → make sure Turn Mode is set to ‘relative’ on both rotaries.
The same goes for the Browse rotary. Otherwise it’ll just go in one direction…
Plus, go to your Rekordbox settings → Controller tab → Deck tab → Scroll down to AUTO BEAT LOOP → ‘Loop for specified beats.’
The headphone section is probably the one thing most people want to map the way they want it…
My setup is:
Sync buttons A & B for cue selection.
Deck C volume knob for headphone level, Deck D knob for Cue/Master.
Hi does this mean you can use the Z2 with RB as you would with Traktor? If so can you use Traktor vinyl /cds or you need RB ones.?
On that note how much is the dvs upgrade and do you have to get it direct from pioneer?
With the DVS upgrade for RBDJ, which is around $100USD upgrade direct from pioneer, it does work like Traktor Scratch but will not work with Traktor timecode. It does work with Serato timecode vinyl if you have those otherwise you have to purchase RekordboxDJ timecode vinyl. If you’re using cd or media players you can download Rekordbox timecode for free from Pioneer website. Then you can burn onto cds or put on thumb drives for you players.
Aee you able to use the thru mode with RBDJ and the Z2?
Guys I know this is an old post but wondering if I could get some help, I have rekordbox dvs and just bought the z2, I have set everything up and downloaded the map for the z2 on rekordbox, I am getting sound but no use of the mixer whatsoever, on rekordbjx the mixer is set to external mode but still nothing, any help would be massively appreciated