How to Install and Set Up the Denon MC7000 Controller in VirtualDJ 8 Professional

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Introduction

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The Denon MC7003, also known as the DJM-2000EX or simply the MC6001/2/4/6 series (depending on your region), is a versatile digital audio workstation controller designed for professional DJs. Although it comes pre-configured with Serato DJ 1.8 out of the box, you can easily use it with other popular music mixing software like VirtualDJ 8 Professional.

This setup guide will walk you through installing and setting up the Denon MC7000 inside VirtualDJ 8 Pro on Windows XP/7/Vista operating systems (note that compatibility may vary across different versions). Before starting, ensure your computer meets the minimum system requirements for running VirtualDJ 8 Pro:

- Intel Core2 Duo or AMD Athlon II dual-core processor

- RAM: 4GB / Mac OS X: Snow Leopard 10.6.7 or later; Windows XP/ Vista (32-bit and 64-bit) with SP3 or higher, Windows 7 and Windows 8

Step-by-Step Installation Instructions:

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### Step 1: Download VirtualDJ Pro

Firstly, you need to download the latest version of VirtualDJ Professional from their official website. To do this:

1. Go to 'www.virtualdj.com'(http://www.virtualdj.com)

2. Click on 'Download Trial' or 'Buy Now'

3. Choose your operating system (Windows XP/7/Vista) and language

4. Wait for the download process to complete; depending on your internet connection speed, this may take a few minutes

### Step 2: Install VirtualDJ Pro

Once downloaded:

1. Double-click on the .exe or .dmg file you just saved onto your desktop (depending on whether you're running Windows or Mac OS X)

2. Follow the installation wizard prompts to install VirtualDJ Professional into its default location, usually C:\Program Files\VirtualDJ8\

3. Once installed, launch VirtualDJ 8 Pro by double-clicking on its icon in Start > All Programs > Akai (or Applications > Ableton folder for Mac users)

### Step INTEGRATING THE MC7000 CONTROLLER

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#### Step A: Connect the Denon MC6001/2/4/6 to your computer via USB

Connect one end of the included USB cable into a vacant MIDI-IN port on your sound card or motherboard (if it has onboard audio) and plug in the other end into any available USB 2.0/3.0 slot on your PC.

#### Step B: Configure VirtualDJ 8 Pro to recognize the Denon MC6001/2/4/6

Launch VirtualDJ 8 Professional, then go to 'Preferences' > 'MIDI IN'

In this window:

- Underneath 'Device Name', type in something like 'Denon MC7000'

- Ensure that both 'Use 'Controller Name'' boxes are checked

#### Step C: Map the Denon MC6001/2/4/6 Controller Buttons to VirtualDJ 8 Pro

With your controller connected and recognized by VirtualDJ, you'll need to map its buttons and knobs to their corresponding functions within the software. To do this:

- Click on 'VirtualDJ' at top left corner of main window > Preferences > MIDI Mapping

In this new dialog box:

1. Select 'Generic 49/61 Keys Controller' from drop-down menu

2. Use mouse or controller jog wheel to navigate through various mapping pages until you find the desired parameter (e.g., volume, EQ etc.)

3. Double-click on empty slot beside each button and/or knob to assign its function in VirtualDJ

Troubleshooting Tips:

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- If your MC6001/2/4/6 isn't recognized by VirtualDJ 8 Pro after following these steps:

- Ensure that both your sound card/mixer's MIDI IN OUT ports are set correctly

- Try disconnecting and re-plugging in the USB cable from controller to computer

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With this comprehensive guide, you should now be able to successfully install and configure your Denon MC7000 controller with VirtualDJ 8 Professional on Windows XP/7/Vista operating systems. Remember that compatibility may vary depending on different versions of both software and hardware components involved.

Happy mixing!

Serato dj 1.8 driver