Frequently Asked Questions
Whitelabel.net
The Whitelabel.net wl.mp3 files play as high quality 320kbit audio in Scratch Live with Rane hardware attached. In all other mp3 playing programs the files will play as low quality 32kbit audio.
If you are playing a wl.mp3 file in Scratch Live with Rane hardware attached and it is playing as low quality 32kbit audio, then the file may have been damaged by another mp3 editing program. If the high quality audio in your wl.mp3 has been damaged then you will need to redownload the file.
Alternatively, you might be using an old version of Scratch Live which is not able to play Whitelabel.net files. If you are using a version of Scratch Live older than 1.7.4 then you will need to upgrade to the latest version. Scratch Live updates can be downloaded from www.serato.com/downloads.
Whitelabel.net is tested to work on these browsers:
- Internet Explorer 6 and above (7 and above highly recommended)
- Firefox 3 and above
- Safari 3 and above
You will also need Flash installed and have Javascript enabled to be able to preview and download tracks. For most people Flash will already be installed and Javascript enabled by default.
If the website is not working properly for you, check whether you are using one of the supported browser versions and ensure that you have Flash installed and Javascript enabled in your browser's settings.
If you continue to have problems then please file a help request.
This is usually caused by a Windows registry key being changed. It is likely you have installed a program recently and the installer for that application has changed this key from .mp3 to .mpeg for what ever reason.
To fix the issue, download the following zip file, extract it and run the key file;
serato.com
You will get 3 or so prompts before the key is applied. The change
should be honored instantly. If not, try rebooting and giving it
another go.
A lot of the promo music on Whitelabel.net is available to all DJs, however some releases are not available to everyone.
Some releases are only delivered to a particular territory for legal reasons. Some record labels want to send worldwide but simply can't because they don't have worldwide clearance.
Other releases are only delivered to DJs who are interested in particular genres. Let us know what genres you play by updating your profile.
Scratch Live
The following controllers are natively supported in Scratch LIVE 1.9.0:
PIONEER MEP-7000 & SEP-C1
PIONEER CDJ-400
NUMARK DMC2
NUMARK ICDX
DENON DN-HD2500
DENON DN-HC4500
These controllers are plug and play, and can automatically control Scratch LIVE with no MIDI
assignment necessary.
Note: Rane Scratch Live hardware is still required
English: Quickstart guide for all 3rd party controllers (PDF Download)
Japanese／日本語: CDJ-400 クイックスタートガイド （PDF ダウンロード）
Sample Player: Full functionality in 1.9 with 6 slots, sample display, individual and master gain control, assignable outputs, repeat mode for each slot and three play modes (trigger, hold and on/off). 1.8.4 features an abbreviated version of the SP-6 with 6 slots, no play modes, gain control or ability to chose the output balance.
Review/History: 1.9 features a history tab, which is an enhancement of the review section found in previous versions of Scratch Live. History contains a complete log of all the tracks you have played and allows you to export Scratch Live session information as a data file (text, csv or m3u).
Live Feed: 1.9 features Live Feed, which allows you to stream any of the available hardware input sources (e.g. microphone) to a virtual deck. You can then play the recording back just like a normal file - scratch it, speed it up, slow it down, set loops and set cue points. You can choose to record your input using either the normal or gated option.
Native MEP-7000 support: The Pioneer MEP-7000 gains plug-and-play native support in 1.9. Control CDs are not required, and song data is shown directly on the MEP-7000's displays.
Loop Roll: The Loop Roll feature is an official feature in 1.9, allowing DJs to create adds stutter effects to their sets. In some recent versions (including 1.8.4), Loop Roll was available only as a hidden feature.
Import/Files: The Import button, which you use to navigate to the files on your hard drives, has been renamed as Files in 1.9.
Build Overviews/Analyze Files: The Build Overviews button has been renamed as Analyze Files in 1.9, as have its corresponding folders, however the process remains the same.
PLEASE NOTE: These are the minimum requirements to run Scratch Live. For best performance and for use in professional situations we recommend you buy a higher spec computer. We recommend Intel processors.
Mac
- 1 GHz G4
- 1 GB RAM*
- 1024 x 768 screen resolution
- OSX 10.3.9 or higher
- Intel Macs require Scratch Live version 1.5 or higher
- Available USB port (USB 2.0 required
for SL 3)
Windows
- 1.5 GHz PC
- 1 GB RAM*
- 1024 x 768 screen resolution
- Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or higher
- Windows Vista requires Versions 1.7.2 or higher
- We recommend Windows XP over Vista read more
- Available USB port (USB 2.0 required
for SL 3)
*If you have a large library, you will benefit from having more RAM.
NOTE: Please read this FAQ if you are looking at buying a computer with an AMD Turion or Athlon processor: www.serato.com.
ITCH is a new DJ product from Serato. The official channel for ITCH is through www.serato.com.
For information on ITCH or to make an enquiry please visit www.serato.com/itch
ScratchLIVE.net is the official site for Scratch Live by Rane corporation and Serato Audio Research. As well as providing official Scratch Live resources we provide a forum for users to discuss Scratch Live and other aspects of DJing. We welcome open discussion of all products on our forum as per the terms and conditions stated here: www.scratchlive.net/forum/terms
If the waveforms are being jumpy and your computer is having trouble updating them, this could be due to your computer not having the minimum specifications. Scratch LIVE will always dedicate its processing power to updating the audio first and then the graphics. Close any other programs you have running to free up some CPU cycles.
If you are using a PC then read these optimisation guides for XP and vista.
Vista Optimisation
XP Optimisation
Hi-fi resampler mode significantly reduces digital distortion at very slow or very fast record speeds. This enhancement increases the CPU load slightly. The option is off by default, in which case the old resampler is used. If you have a low spec machine and experience performance issues with the hi-fi resampler on, try switching it off again.
1. Scratch LIVE to Scratch LIVE.
There is currently no way to work around switching the USB cable from one computer to another without killing the music. Arrange some music to be played from a CD/iPod/normal record that can fill-in the time it takes for the hardware to be switched and the turntables calibrated.
2. Normal records to Scratch LIVE.
Either play some music from a mix CD/iPod/vinyl record that can fill-in the time it takes for the hardware to be set up and the turntables calibrated. Or, if the DJ currently playing is OK with you setting up Scratch LIVE around them, you can follow these instructions:
1. Connect your laptop to power socket and switch on.
2. Connect external power supply to the SL 1 unit.
3. Connect the USB cable from the laptop to the SL 1 unit.
4. Start Scratch LIVE and wait for all the crates to load.
Assuming the current record playing is on turntable 1.
5. Connect the phono cable from turntable 2 to the SL 1 unit and connect the RCA cable from THRU 2 from the SL unit into the mixer.
6. Connect LINE OUT 2 from the SL 1 unit to the mixer.
Assuming the current record playing is now on turntable 2.
7. Connect the phono cable from turntable 1 to the SL 1 unit and connect the RCA cable from THRU 1 from the SL unit into the mixer.
8. Connect LINE OUT 1 from the SL 1 unit to the mixer.
Now the DJ can continue playing their set. Then just before they finish you can step in, calibrate each turntable thats not being used, and you're all set.
Scratch Live will display the tool tips in the language that your computer is set to.
Tool tips are currently available in English (en), French (fr), German (de), Spanish (es), Japanese (ja), Dutch (nl), Chinese (zh_CH), Norwegian (no) and Korean (ko).
To change the language your computer is set to-
Mac
Go to System Preferences -> International and change the language at the top of your list, then reload Scratch Live.
Windows XP
Go to the windows control panel, select Regional and Language Options and select a new language in the Regional Options tab, select Apply and OK, then reload Scratch Live.
Auto gain works by increasing the volume of the more quieter tracks in your library up to a standard volume level. This ensures all the files in your library are at the same volume level.
Auto gain is part of the analyzing files process. If your tracks have already had their files analyzed and you want to include the auto gain function, select auto gain in the setup menu, highlight the files you want to apply auto gain to and drag them onto the analyze files button.
Replacement records are available for purchase from Rane's accessory shop or from your favorite Rane dealer. International customers should contact the Rane distributor in their country for a list of local dealers.
There is a problem with Apple OS X 10.5.3 and above with slow access times to FAT32 volumes. (i.e. FAT32 formatted external hard drives) This problem is not present when using drives formatted to Mac OS Extended (Journaled).
To see if your drive is FAT 32 format, select the drive in Finder, and press command-I to 'get info'. The drive format is listed under the general section. If it is FAT32, it will say MS-DOS (FAT 32).
This problem is fixed as of Mac OS X 10.5.6
We have identified a flaw in Mac OS X 10.5.0 through 10.5.4 that can cause Scratch LIVE to crash when used with HID devices (ie. a Pioneer CDJ-400). Users are advised against using CDJ-400s with versions of Mac OS X 10.5.0 through 10.5.4.
CDJ-400 users must update to Mac OS X 10.5.5 or higher to ensure stability.
Related FAQs:
Pioneer CDJ-400 requires firmware update
Native support in Scratch LIVE has been added for the Pioneer CDJ-400. The CDJ-400 must have firmware version 1.300 or greater to operate correctly. This firmware is available as a free download from Pioneer: http://www.pioneer.eu/eur/content/support/support/upgrade/CDJ400.html
Related FAQ: Stability issues when using Pioneer CDJ-400s on Mac OSX 10.5
Some users have reported problems with Scratch Live running on machines with AMD Turion/Athlon processors.
In most cases one or both sides of the scope views have unsatisfactory tracking, and in others - the scope view isn't visible at all, i.e. the grids are missing and only the grey background of SSL is visible.
Due to the number of reports we have had of this problem we currently do not recommend machines with Turion or Athlon processors for use with Serato Scratch Live. Even a machine that meets the minimum spec but has a Turion / Athlon processor can cause significant issues with USB audio hardware.
Workarounds
- Try all available USB ports
- Ensure you're not using a USB hub or splitter
- Try plugging in an external drive (or memory stick) into another USB port on your machine - preferably the adjuctant port. This may stimulate the machine’s chipset so that your problem may be fixed. (If this does help, please post a message into the help forum and describe your problem and workaround exactly to help us fix this issue).
Further assistance
If you are still having a problem please post in the Help forum, and make sure you include the following:
- What Serato product are you using and software version?
- What are your computer's specifications and operating system version? - be specific about processor and chipset if you can.
- What graphics device does the machine have?
- Is an external storage device attached (Never/sometimes/always), and to which USB port?
- If there's no external storage attached, does attaching a disk or memory stick help out at all?
- Is it always the same deck that exhibits poor tracking, and which one?
We have had reports of some users experiencing sound distortion problems when using the newer (late 2008) MacBooks and MacBook Pro computers with Scratch Live. Only those computers with 4 Gb of RAM are affected.
This distortion usually appears after the computer has been running for several hours.
As far as we know, this is an Apple bug, and it has been reported to them.
Users have reported the following as work arounds to this problem:
- Restart your computer before beginning your Scratch LIVE session, or;
- Remove 2 Gb of RAM from your computer. (Check your warranty information first and know what you are doing- You may need to have this performed by an official Apple support center in order to not void your warranty).
This problem is fixed as of Mac OS X 10.5.7
Some users have experienced difficulty seeing the scopes in the calibration screen when using CD players, in combination with the SL3 and Scratch Live 1.9.0
This is due to the increased input levels of the SL3 hardware, which causes the control signal circles to become too large for the scope view, placing them outside the visible field..
Even without these scope views, you can diagnose most problems using the other information still present:
The tracking number in the bottom right corner should be as close to 100% as possible. Any less than 85% and you may be experiencing tracking issues.
The number in the top right hand corner should be 33.3, indicating normal playback.
The number in the top left hand corner is control signal version and time, and this should be counting up. If it is counting down, reverse the inputs of your CD player going into the SL 3
Users with phono control sources may also experience overlarge control circles, however, you can adjust your phono sensitivity input levels to get a good control circle.
Click here for more information on scopes, and diagnosing problems using the scope view.
If you rename a crate, or move it to a subcrate, while Scratch LIVE is still importing files to it, for example after dragging a folder to the crate list, then further files imported during the folder scan will not appear in the new crate.
Workaround:
When importing files by dragging folders into Scratch LIVE, ensure that the import process is complete before moving or renaming any crates. You can tell that Scratch LIVE has finished importing files by checking that the status bar at the bottom of the Scratch LIVE window no longer displays "Scanning Folder:" or "Reading Tags:"
Details:
Scratch LIVE version 1.8 and previous versions have a known issue that can cause a deck to not play audio or show the main track waveform for certain types of track. In this particular case, the track overview and cues/loops are still loaded, and the deck still plays, just without the moving waveform or audio.
This has most commonly been seen on tracks with a 48kHz sample rate, where the library contains a mix of 48kHz and 44.1 kHz tracks, although it can happen with other types of track.
If the audio cache size is changed after a track has already played on a deck, then further tracks loaded to the deck with a higher sample rate than the last track loaded before changing the cache size will not play correctly.
In 1.8, this problem can also affect the left deck when plugging in hardware after using the offline player, if the audio cache is set to a value other than 60 seconds.
This problem is fixed as of Scratch LIVE version 1.8.1.
Workarounds:
To avoid seeing this problem in Scratch LIVE 1.8, set the audio cache size to 60 seconds and leave it there.
If you don't wish to use a cache size of 60, and you've loaded tracks in the offline player, quit Scratch LIVE and start it again before plugging in your hardware.
In version 1.7.4 and older versions you can avoid this problem by not changing the cache size while you are playing.
If you see this problem while playing:
- Don't Panic
- Go to the setup screen (display tab in 1.8.0).
- Change the audio cache size to any other value.
- Exit the setup screen and reload the problem track.
- Optional: change the cache size back and reload the track again if you want to keep your original cache setting.
Windows Vista: If your machine enters Stand By or Hibernate mode with Scratch LIVE running, on wake the off-line player produces no audio, and turntable input and audio output does not work. If your Scratch LIVE hardware is plugged in Scratch LIVE may become unresponsive and require a forced exit.
Workaround: Do not allow your computer to enter Stand By or Hibernate mode with Scratch LIVE running.
Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard): If your computer enters Sleep mode with Scratch LIVE running and the hardware connected, on wake turntable input and audio output may not work. If your Scratch LIVE hardware is plugged in Scratch LIVE may become unresponsive and require a forced exit. To recover, you should unplug and replug your Scratch LIVE hardware without the Scratch LIVE running, before starting the application again. If the problem persists you should restart your computer.
Workaround: Disconnect your Scratch LIVE hardware before allowing your computer to enter Sleep mode.
If you are planning on using Scratch LIVE on either of these platforms we suggest setting your sleep timeout to "Never". You can normally make this setting apply only to AC powered mode, to preserve battery life when you aren't plugged into AC power or using Scratch LIVE.
On OSX this is done through "System Preferences >> Energy Saver"
For Windows Vista go to "Control Panel >> Power Management", turn on High Performance, edit plan settings, and make sure Stand By is set to Never.
When using the iCDX CUE button to audition the Temp Cue, or to return to the Temp Cue Point while playing, the playhead position may return to a point slightly after the cue (about 0.5ms).
Consequently, you may need to press the CUE button twice to pre-listen to, or tempo-match your cue, and repeated use of the button on the same cue may cause the Temp Cue Point to creep forward by a small amount.
Workaround: You can keep the Temp Cue point from creeping during cue audition by using the PLAY button to listen to the cue and pressing the CUE button to (very nearly) return to the cue point you have set. The difference in position won't be audible, and this method won't cause the Temp Cue Point to creep up onto the first beat of your cue.
This issue will be fixed in the next available release of Scratch LIVE.
Scratch LIVE version 1.7.2 adds support for Microsoft Vista, however we recommend Microsoft XP for professional use, most notably for performance reasons. You will be able to run XP at a lower USB buffer setting, meaning lower latency (for a better vinyl feel) and better performance in general.
The part number listed in the Scratch LIVE manual for the Radio Shack 9V DC 300mA (or more) power supply part number 273-1770 is changing and the new part number will be 273-1768.
Since we are recommending their power supply we thought our customers should know about the change.
Several users have reported that the dropouts are particularly bad when using the trackpad. We have alerted Apple to this problem.
Note:
It's been posted on the forum that a replacement driver from a 3rd party developer: http://ragingmenace.com/software/sidetrack/index.html Sidetrack 1.5 can fix the trackpad dropouts, at the expense of two finger scrolling.
The minimum processor speed required to run Scratch LIVE on a Mac is a G4 500 MHz. For a machine with a processor of this speed, we recommend you keep your USB buffer slider above 10. For a G4 between 500 MHz and 1 GHz, we recommend keeping your USB buffer slider above 5.
A kernel panic is a complete crash - the Mac will display a message in multiple languages asking you to restart your machine. If this happens to you, please report it in the help section.
ACPI - http://www.acpi.info/, has caused problems on some windows machines, with USB dropouts on powerful CPUs.
If you have USB dropouts and are having trouble finding a cause on a seemingly powerful machine, check if your computer is ACPI by opening the device manager:
- Go to control panel
- Click system
- Click the hardware tab
- Click device manager
- Click the [+] next to Computer
- If you see "ACPI uniprocessor PC" or similar, you have ACPI.
Quick method for disabling ACPI power management on some laptops
Try taking your battery out and just run off the power supply, this stops ACPI from trying to manage the battery on some model laptops.
You can disable ACPI if you think it might still be a problem:
HOWEVER IT CAN BE HARD TO REVERSE THIS, AND YOU MAY HAVE IRQ CONFLICT ERRORS, SO DON'T DO THIS UNLESS YOU KNOW WHAT YOU'RE DOING AND CAN AFFORD SOME SYSTEM DOWN-TIME! AND MAKE A BACKUP!
BEFORE PROCEEDING Make a new system restore point by using the system restore wizard in help and support (start menu).
"If you right-click on the 'Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) PC' description and select the Properties option, and then the Driver page on the window that appears, you can select 'Update Driver'. Choose the second 'Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)' option on the subsequent page, and then the 'Don't search. I will choose the driver to install' option on the following page. This should come up with two options, namely ACPI PC and Standard PC."
(from http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/Mar02/articles/pcmusician0302.asp)
Before you attempt this you should seek help from other users and the forum here at ScratchLIVE.net.
This will effect users who drag the contents of the review section to a new crate to save a record of a played set.
A new feature is planned that will provide a better way of saving information about played sets.
The file may be damaged. Please report this to the Scratch LIVE support team by starting a new thread in the help section.
By reporting damaged or corrupt files, you will help the developers to improve Scratch LIVE’s ability to play damaged MP3 files in the future.
The SL 3 comes with a 7.5VDC universal power supply, which includes different plugs for the USA, Europe, UK and Australia. The power supply is regulated 7.5 volts DC, 1 amp, using a P6 type barrel plug. If you lose the supplied power supply, you'll need to replace it with one that meets these specifications.
Using the power supply is optional, however it is wise to use one as this will continue to power the Thru channels when USB power isn't present. Without a power supply, the SL 3 will be powered solely by the USB port on your computer via Scratch Live, so if you shut down Scratch Live or your computer or unplug the USB cable to swap over with another DJ, the SL 3 will lose power, cutting all sound.
The SL 1 is compatible with the following power supply: 9 volts DC, 300 mA, using a P6 type barrel plug. If you don't own an appropriate power supply, you'll need to buy one that meets these specifications.
Using a power supply is optional, however it is wise to use one as this will continue to power the Thru channels when USB power isn't present. Without a power supply, the SL 1 will be powered solely by the USB port on your computer via Scratch Live, so if you shut down Scratch Live or your computer or unplug the USB cable to swap over with another DJ, the SL 1 will lose power, cutting all sound.
Scratch Live and the SL 3 use a proprietary driver that has many performance and stability advantages over a CoreAudio or Asio solution. We do however understand that a more open driver has advantages as well.
ASIO and CoreAudio Drivers are currently in development and will be implemented in a future firmware upgrade for the SL 3.
All kinds of things - many undreamed of yet. The Aux input allows you to either record your set (e.g., from a mixer's aux output) or feed a stereo signal to Scratch Live's LiveFeed feature. The Aux output can also be used as a third virtual deck that can be fed from Scratch Live's SP-6 Sample Player. More features for this extra channel will be added over time!
Keep an eye on the scratchlive.net forum - There's bound to be great forum threads on other useful Aux channel tips and tricks!
Customers requested a tighter, stronger USB jack to avoid it accidentally falling or being pulled out in the rat's nest of cables often encountered. Plus, some users often plug and unplug the I/O cables on tour, so an improved jack that can handle more insertions before failure is appreciated. It's a good thing, trust us!
The turntables or CDJ's are not calibrated properly.
Make sure all CDJ effects, e.g. master tempo, etc are disabled.
Read this article on how to calibrate.
To save effect settings into the 57 mixer - go into into the setup screen in Scratch LIVE, select the hardware panel and select 'save to mixer'.
Yes, in fact we recommend you do. Burned copies will work just as well as the originals, take a few spares in case they get lost or scratched.
You can burn your own control CD if you have a burner and the right software. After downloading the big control file (132MB) Scratchlivecontrol.zip requires an unzip utility to open, and includes two files. Scratchlivecontrol.wav is a stereo 44.1 file that you can drop into any burner application -- however, the track select portion at the end of the audio file reqires a special start time on a second track to function correctly. If you have Sony CD Architect™, you can load the scratchlivecontrol.cdp file and it will incorporate the correct second track timing. When using any other application, do not adjust the levels, make sure no auto-levelling is turned on, don't downsample or try another format, or the control signal won't function.
The Scratch Live Control Tone, the audio pressed on Scratch Live Control Vinyl and the Control CDs, is copyright 2004-2008 Serato Audio Research. The Control CD download is licensed for personal use only. The creation of personal backups of the Control CD is allowed, however duplicating Control CDs for commercial benefit is strictly prohibited. For avoidance of doubt the duplication or creation of Control Vinyl for any use is strictly prohibited. Please respect our copyright. ©2004-2008 Serato Audio Research.
CD Architect is a trademark of Sony Creative Software, Inc.
The left channel output from your turntable or CD player is in the right channel input for Scratch LIVE (and the right channel output is in the left channel input).
This will result in the track playing backwards, and/or movement of the control record or CD scrolling your selection through the library.
Note that many older turntables that have been serviced end up with the red and white RCA cables connected the wrong way around.
It's not something you'd usually notice with normal records, because the sound coming from the needle is exactly the same as the sound coming from your speakers.
That is the sound of the control signal.
If using the SL 1 ensure that the line outputs are connected to your mixer and that you have the line input selected for the channel on your mixer.
If using the SL 3 ensure that you don't have "thru" selected on the virtual deck in Scratch LIVE.
If using the TTM 57SL ensure that you have the input knob set to D1 or D2.
Yes you can. If you are using the SL 3 or TTM 57SL set the dipswitch to line for the input you have your CD player connected to and set the dipswitch to phono for the input you have your turntable connected to. If you are using the SL 1 you need a phono preamp to boost the signal from the turntable to line level, and you need to set the input to line in the setup screen.
Scratch LIVE interprets the signal coming out of the CD player, and uses this information to control the play back of the files on your computer.
Any audio processing performed on the signal before it reaches the hardware interface, such as key correction, will scramble the signal making it illegible to Scratch LIVE.
The inputs (from the turntables or CD players) are the wrong way around. Try swapping the red and white RCA cables around.
Even if it looks right ie, the red RCA cable is in the red input, and the white RCA is in the white, it is possible your turntable or headshell has been wired backwards. Defy logic and try swapping them over.
However, there is a tempo match display window that gives you a visual representation of the peaks in both tracks, helping you align their tempo. Scratch LIVE also provides a beat matching display window that shows you markers to assist with beat matching.
Use the 'instant doubles' feature and you can load the current playing track over to the other virtual deck. Move the crossfader across and the other turntable/CD deck will be controlling the new virtual deck.
Here is an article all about using 'instant doubles'.
The three white waveforms show the separate bass, mid and treble. Use this view to set more accurate cue points.
The multi-coloured waveform show the frequency of the sound: bass = red, mid = green and treble = blue.
The input reverse feature will transfer control over to the alternate virtual deck. For example, the physical record on the right hand side now controls the left hand side virtual deck. This essentially lets you continue mixing, but just using one turntable.
Historically when the input reverse feature was created, there was no instant doubles mode. However, with the recent introduction of instant doubles, which is easier to use and transfers more information over to the new virtual deck. It is a wiser choice to learn how to use instant doubles rather than having to learn about input reverse mode. Check out this article on using instant doubles.
The short answer is yes.
Scratch LIVE can detect the bpm of your tracks while it analyzes files (this was known as "build overviews" in versions pre 1.9.0). The set auto bpm option must be ticked before you start analyzing files, then if Scratch LIVE is confident the auto BPM estimate for a track is accurate it will be written to an ID3 tag in the file.
The auto BPM function will not be applied if the track already contains BPM information. If you know your files BPM will fall within a certain range, use the range drop down to avoid double or half value BPMs being calculated.
Analyzing files is the process which allows Scratch LIVE to prepare the overview of the track, detect the tracks BPM, apply any auto gain and alert you to any corrupt files you might have.
To analyze files you must disconnect the hardware interface and run Scratch LIVE. You will notice a button labeled 'analyze files' on the main screen. Select this to automatically analyze the all the tracks in your library.
The three bars above the button indicate the track reading progress, the file analyzing and the track writing progress.
Analyzing files is highly recommended.
**Note: In Scratch LIVE versions prior to 1.9.0, "analyze files" was called "build overviews". They both perform the same functions.
Red plugs need to be connected to red sockets and white plugs to white sockets.
Instant doubles allows you to match the playhead position of two tracks. With this option set, when you load the same track on one virtual deck that is already loaded on the other virtual deck, the playhead will jump to the position of the track that was loaded first.
Instant doubles lets you continue mixing with just one working turntable or CD deck. To find out how, read this article.
Instant doubles mode also allows you to start beat juggling, using identical records on each turntable. Manipulate two or more samples, drum beats or vocals using pauses, scratching, backspins and delays.
If you drag a crate to the very left of the crate panel, it will stay in the top level of the crate structure.
If you drag the crate a little to the right, onto the name of another crate, it will make the crate you are dragging a sub crate of the first crate.
PLEASE NOTE: These are the minimum requirements to run Scratch Live. For best performance and for use in professional situations we recommend you buy a higher spec computer. We recommend Intel processors.
Mac
- 1 GHz G4
- 1 GB RAM*
- 1024 x 768 screen resolution
- OSX 10.3.9 or higher
- Intel Macs require Scratch Live version 1.5 or higher
- Available USB port (USB 2.0 required for SL 3)
Windows
- 1.5 GHz PC
- 1 GB RAM*
- 1024 x 768 screen resolution
- Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or higher
- Windows Vista requires Versions 1.7.2 or higher
- We recommend Windows XP over Vista read more
- Available USB port (USB 2.0 required for SL 3)
*If you have a large library, you will benefit from having more RAM.
NOTE: Please read this FAQ if you are looking at a computer with an AMD Turion or Athlon processor: www.serato.com.
The artifacts from the initial lossy encoding will still be present, along with new (possibly far worse) ones. It is a good rule of thumb to only ever lossy encode from an uncompressed source.
AIFF/WAV (the two formats are essentially the same with respect to sound quality and files sizes) are uncompressed, and therefore sound better than MP3s, but take up more space on your disk.
MP3s need to be decoded in order to be played, and therefore require more processing. If you are looking at this question from the point of view of computer performance, uncompressed audio required less processing time, because it does not need to be decoded, but requires much more disk time, because of the amount of data being moved around.
The bottom line is, uncompressed audio sounds better, but requires faster disks. Compressed audio (such as MP3) doesn't sound as good, but uses less disk space (by as much as a factor of 10). It uses slightly more CPU because it needs to be decompressed.
Click on the '?' icon to enable tool tips. Tool tips provide a handy way to learn the various features of Scratch Live. Move the mouse over a section of the screen to bring up a context-sensitive tool tip.
Tool tips are currently available in English (en), French (fr), German (de), Spanish (es), Japanese (ja), Dutch (nl), Chinese (zh_CH), Norwegian (no) and Korean (ko). Scratch Live will display the tool tips in the language that your computer is set to.
If you want tool tips in a different language other than the one your computer is set to-
Windows
Swap the 'help.xml' files. For example, your computers language is set to English but you want the tool tips in, say German. Locate the 'help16' folder within the 'ScratchLive' folder. Take the 'help.xml' from the 'de' folder and replace the 'help.xml' file in the 'en' folder, and re-start Scratch Live.
Mac
Swap the 'help.xml' files. For example, your computers language is set to English but you want the tool tips in, say German. Ctrl click the Scratch LIVE application and 'Show Package Contents'. Go to 'Conents" -> 'Resources', take the 'help.xml' from the 'de.lproj' folder and replace the 'help.xml' file in the 'en.lproj' folder, and re-start Scratch Live.
If it doesn't show the correct language your computer's regional settings may need to change. To do this go to System Preferences -> International and change the language at the top of your list, then reload Scratch Live.
Read this article about calibration techniques for optimum Scratch LIVE performance.
Read this article on how to using the scope views and how to fix common problems.
Scratch LIVE is not getting a clear signal from the record, or your computer is not able to process the information quickly enough. Go to the setup screen and check the scope views. When the record is playing, the circles should be round, and the value in the bottom right corner should be 100%. If this is not the case, you need to re-calibrate.
You should also try increasing the USB audio buffer size if your computer is close to the minimum spec.
Clean your needles! This is the most common cause of audio drop-out. Because you are playing the same record over and over, the needles will get dirty more quickly than usual.
To embed artwork with iTunes, select the songs in question, then 'get info' on them to bring up the song properties dialog. Select the artwork tab, click add, and browse to the image you want to assign as artwork.
This will embed the image into the file.
If the song is associated with iTunes and has the iTunes icon in the status column, then delete the song within iTunes.
To find the folder on an external drive:
To get to your hidden '.Scratch LIVE' folder, open Scratch LIVE, click the import tab, highlight your external drive, highlight the .ScratchLIVE folder, and press ctrl+r (PC) or apple+r (Mac).
This will open up a separate browser and show you the contents of that hidden .ScratchLIVE folder on your external drive.
Note: In versions 1.8.2 and up, this folder is no longer "hidden". It is located on the root of your drive and is called _ScratchLIVE_
When Scratch LIVE detects a corrupt file it will display the corrupt status icon, the broken disc.
There are several different types of corruption, so to investigate the reason further, hover your mouse over the status icon in the leftmost column and at the bottom of the screen there will be a longer description.
Reference the message in Scratch LIVE with the corrupt file description and diagnoses page in the manual. You can download the manual here.
If you need further help fixing the corrupt file then start a new thread in the help section.
Click on the column button, the left pointing arrow, and you can select which columns you want to display.
To sort your library by a column, click the column header so it highlights. For example, clicking the BPM column will sort your music from slowest to fastest. To move a column, drag the header to the left or right.
Pitch 'n Time
Also discounted extra licenses are available from http://www.serato.com/purchase/
For example, from 25 FPS to 24 FPS you will use the following:
Source Rate: 25
Target Rate: 24
It may seem obvious, but the perfect time stretch is one where the output sounds the same as the input, just faster or slower. The key word here is 'sounds', which means the problem isn't about waveforms or kilohertz - it's all about hearing.
Serato Audio Research has developed a sophisticated model of the human auditory system. In a sense, the software "listens" to the music, performing a sophisticated auditory scene analysis. Only by listening can it determine what 'sounds' the same, but faster or slower. Normally using such a sophisticated model of the human auditory system would be computationally prohibitive, so novel mathematical methods had to be developed by Serato to speed up this process in software.
Serato have US and international patents for this technique.
If you would like more specific information on the technology that makes Serato Pitch 'n Time work please visit http://www.serato.com/technology/faq/
Pitch 'n Time Pro retails for $799 USD. An upgrade is also available for $99 USD to all users not currently authorized with an iLok. Pitch 'n Time 2.2 owners can use their current iLok license with this version.
Pitch 'n Time LE has an MSRP of $399 US.
Pitch 'n Time FE has an MSRP of $399 US.
Problem
If you are using a Mac PPC without a valid iLok license, Logic Pro 8 may crash when processing and unsaved data may be lost.
If you are using a Mac Intel without a valid iLok license, Logic Pro 8 will not provide an indication that processing has failed.
Solution
Always use Pitch 'n Time LE with a valid iLok license. A 30 day demo license is available here:
http://serato.com/products/pntle/download
Problem
The version number of Pitch 'n Time LE displayed in Logic is always 1.0.0 despite which version of Pitch 'n Time LE is actually installed. '
Workaround
You can confirm which version of Pitch 'n Time LE is actually installed by getting info on the Pitch 'n Time LE.component file which can be found in Macintosh HD -> Library -> Audio -> Plug-Ins -> Components
This issue will be fixed in the next release of Pitch 'n Time LE.
If, when launching Logic Pro 8.0 after installing Pitch 'n Time LE, you don't have an authorized iLok inserted Logic Pro will disable Pitch 'n Time LE. Pitch 'n Time LE will not be visible in the algorithm selections. Inserting your iLok and / or restarting Logic Pro will not help to make Pitch 'n Time LE available.
The Solution
Start Logic Pro 8.0.
Ensure your authorized iLok is inserted.
Select Preferences → Audio Unit Manager.
Check "Pitch 'n Time LE".
Pitch 'n Time LE will once again be available to you.
Pitch 'n Time Pro 2.3.1 or earlier, with Pro Tools 7.4 or later.
Issue:
The TC/E tool does not work as expected.
Solution
Download and install an update to Pitch 'n Time Pro 2.4: http://serato.com/products/pnt/download/
This is a FREE update for owners of Pitch 'n Time 2.2 and Pitch 'n Time Pro 2.3. Your current iLok license will work with Pitch 'n Time Pro 2.4.
Pitch 'n Time Pro and LE in Pro Tools both open with "Multi-channel mode" processing as the default, even when mono processing may be more suitable for your audio.
Workaround
Launch Pro Tools.
Launch Pitch 'n Time Pro or LE from the Audio Suite menu.
Change the processing from "Multi-channel mode" to "Mono mode".
After you type a value into a field in Pitch 'n Time Pro or LE you can press Enter or Return to send that value through to the plug-in.
When pressing Enter in a Pitch 'n Time text field the editor (or text field) remains active, therefore pressing Delete will delete the value in the text editor instead of your selected region in the Edit Window.
Workaround
Send your new value to Pitch 'n Time by pressing Return instead of Enter. Pressing Return will deselect the input field and you will then be able to delete a region of audio on the timeline in Edit Window using the Delete key.
Product:
Pitch 'n Time Pro 2.4 or later
Issue:
When loading a setting saved with version 2.3.1 or earlier into version 2.4 or later, the algorithm selection may be wrong. Specifically, if you saved the setting with algorithm B selected, this will appear as algorithm V in version 2.4.
Workaround:
1. Open Pitch 'n Time Pro 2.4 (or later :)
2. Load your setting
3. (If the Algorithm selection is wrong) Select the correct algorithm
4. Save the setting with the same name (overwrite the old one)
Using Pitch 'n Time LE for Logic Pro, the Prelisten function in the Factory Time and Pitch Machine doesn't sound as good as Pitch 'n Time should.
Logic Pro doesn't currently support Prelisten using Pitch 'n Time LE, an internal algorithm is used instead. At this time it is unknown whether or when Apple might fix this.
Workaround
To hear the true sound of Pitch 'n Time LE when working with Logic Pro, Process the audio, have a listen and use the Undo function if you wish to make further adjustments.
Pitch 'n Time 2
to
Pitch'nTime Pro
Please note that there is only one space (before Pro) in "Pitch'nTime Pro"
Your plug-in settings are found in the following locations:
PC: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Digidesign\DAE\Plug-In Settings\
Mac: /Library/Application Support/Digidesign/Plug-In Settings/
The issue appears when Pitch 'n Time LE is selected as the Arrange window Time Machine algorithm, and you are using "Adjust Region Length to Nearest Bar" or "Adjust Region Length to Locators" on an audio region with length 1:00:21.60 or greater. The following message appears, regardless of whether the audio is being time-stretched or compressed, to whatever extent:
[quote]Time Expansion of Audio is limited to 800% of its original length.
Please set a smaller destination size and try again.[/quote]
A Fix
Apple will be fixing this in a future release of Logic Pro.
A Workaround
Manipulation of long audio material will work, if you open it in Sample Editor and use the Time & Pitch machine.
Product
Pitch 'n Time Pro 2.4 (and probably future versions)
The Issue:
When using TC/E trimmer tool with anything other than the default mode, you must first select that mode (e.g. V mode) and save a "preset" (or otherwise known as a Setting). To use this preset with TC/E tool, you go to Setup->Preferences->Processing, select "Serato Pitch 'n Time Pro" for "TC/E Plugin" drop-down box, and your saved setting for "Default Settings". Now you would think you're ready to use that saved mode with the TC/E tool. However, doing this on Pro Tools 7.3 and lower does NOT work. You must execute a workaround.
A Fix:
This will be fixed with Pro Tools versions 7.4 (and higher). However if you have a lower version, you will still have to use the following workaround.
A Workaround:
For example to use V mode with TC/E tool on ProTools 7.3 or lower
1) Open PnT Pro.
2) Click on V.
3) Save a new setting using the drop down next to in the plug-in header.
4a) Call the new setting "V mode".
4b) Click on "Set As User Default" (also drop down next to
4c) Click "Settings Preferences->Set Plugin default to->User Setting"
4d) Close plugin
5) Go to Setup -> Preferences -> Processing.
6) Your TC/E Plug-In should be Serato Pitch 'n Time Pro
7) Choose "V mode" as the Default Setting.
8) Process using the TC/E tool.
Update:
Pro Tools 7.4 has now been released (see www.digidesign.com for more information).
The TC/E tool works as expected with Pitch 'n Time Pro 2.4 and Pro Tools 7.4.
Pitch 'n Time FE works on the Fairlight CC-1 systems. For more information on the Fairlight CC-1 systems, please visit http://www.fairlightau.com/
Alternatively, you can keep you Pitch 'n Time Pro license and purchase Pitch 'n Time LE at the discounted price of $199. You can only purchase one copy of Pitch 'n Time LE for each copy of Pitch 'n Time Pro owned.
To purchase a crossgrade or discounted Pitch 'n Time LE please email us at sales@serato.com with you serial number and iLok user ID.
Pitch 'n Time LE has been designed to do high quality, straight forward time and pitch adjustment. With Pitch 'n Time LE you affect the selected audio with a single set of parameters per process.
In comparison Pitch 'n Time Pro includes a number of panels designed to allow the user to make a series of changes in a single process. For each process you are able to set multiple parameters.
Specifically the Variable Pitch panel, Variable Tempo panel, Time Morph panel and Varispeed mode from Pitch 'n Time Pro are not included in Pitch 'n Time LE. (For more information about Pitch 'n Time Pro click here.)
Serato Pitch 'n Time Pro offers the following features:
* Perfect Pro-Tools integration.
* Modify tempo from 12.5% to 800% of original and simultaneously pitch shift by ±36 semitones.
* Unrivalled and unprecedented processing quality.
* Unique patented time compression/expansion and pitch-shifting algorithm.
* No loss of timing accuracy.
* Process stereo tracks without phasing.
* Process Dolby matrix encoded tracks without losing surround information.
* Time stretch by tempo change, length change, target length, or target BPM.
* Select pitch shift by frequency change or semitone shift.
* Preview changes in real time.
* Fully Mac and Windows compatible
* Multi-Channel Mode - allows you to process up to 48 tracks together while maintaining their original phase coherency.
* Time-Morph - allows you to drop a marker at an event and move it anywhere; the audio flexes before and after to allow you to stretch out a single note, or even change the timing of a loop.
* Variable Pitch Mapping - allows you to pitch-correct individual notes, remove or create pitch slides, or even make a realistic record scratch sound.
* Variable Tempo Mapping - gives you the power to create variable tempo maps and changes over the length of your sample.
* Waveform Overview - means you can actually see the effects of your tempo map as it is applied directly to the waveform.
For full details of Pitch 'n Time Pro features you can download the manual here.
Please visit the upgrade section for more details at http://www.serato.com/products/pnt/upgrade/
Serato products are no longer using Challenge Response authorization.
If you require a final Challenge Response authorization for your copy of Pitch 'n Time Pro please send us an email using our online support form at http://www.serato.com/support/
Rane Series
If you wish to purchase all three plug-ins please contact sales@serato.com.
The Rane Series are also available as part of a Digidesign VENUE All Access bundle which contains the Dynamics, Parametric EQ, and Graphic EQ plug-ins.
The Parametric EQ offers 10 fully adjustable band filters that can be individually bypassed and set to bell filter, low- or high-shelf filtering.
It also has 3 simple overall tone controls and a low- and high-cut filter pair to help shape your sound without sacrificing a filter band.
Please visit Rane’s site for more information on the patent-pending Perfect-Q™ technology.
ITCH
If you use Scratch LIVE with Video-SL you should avoid building overviews for your library, or trying to play video files in ITCH. Using ITCH 1.0.3 to build overviews on video files may result in corruption of your files.
This issue has been fixed in the latest version of ITCH (1.0.4)
There is a known problem with Logitech quick cam drivers and Windows midi devices, this problem impacts all midi devices that use the standard windows midi driver.
If you have a Logitech quick cam and are having problems where you are unable to get ITCH to recognize the VCI 300 or be controlled by it uninstalling the logitech drivers will resolve this issue.
Update: RESOLVED.
We have been working with Vestax and their distributors to resolve this issue and replace units that have this issue. Only some of the very early units within the serial number ranges listed on the Vestax site were potentially affected by this issue and not all of these units made it to stores before the fault was discovered. The fault has been remedied with all distributor stock and in all current production runs. If you still believe you are experiencing this issue please make contact with Vestax at the addresses listed below.
There is a fault with a small number of units from the very first production runs that can cause the control surface to malfunction. Electrical interference can get the unit into a state where the control surface no longer sends data to the software but the audio playback can sometimes still work. This problem is only present on a very small number of units and Serato and Vestax are both working to remedy the problem for any affected customers. The best indicator that this fault is occurring is the right platters touch sensor (blue light) getting stuck on.
Further information is available from Vestax at: http://www.vestax.com/v/info/newsevent/detail.php?id=81
If you are experiencing this behavior it is best to contact the Vestax service center nearest you.
Contact points for Vestax support
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United States (N.America)
Vestax Corporation USA
ATTN: Charles Akira Ono
800 S.Pacific Coast Highway Suite 8-187
Redondo Beach, CA
90277
USA
tel: +1-323-230-7634
fax: +1-323-230-8646
email: charles@vestax.jp
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Europe
Vestax Service Europe
ATTN: Gerfried Fischer
Rheinstr. 213
53332 Bornheim
Germany
Tel. +492222 952372
Fax +492222 952374
email: Vestaxde@aol.com
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Japan (Asia/Oceania)
Vestax Corporation
ATTN: Takaki Tarama
1-18-6 Wakabayashi, Setagaya- Ku
Tokyo
Japan 154-0023
Telephone: +81. 03.3412.7011
Fax: +81. 03.3412.7013
email: tarama@vestaxjp and charles@vestax.jp
There is a change in OSX version 10.5.6 that prevents older versions of ITCH from connecting properly to the VCI-300 controller.
All Mac OS 10.5.6 users must download and install ITCH version 1.0.4.
Click on the link below to carry on to the downloads page:
Some users have reported problems with ITCH running on machines with AMD Turion/Athlon processors. Our in-house testing has also shown that AMD Turion/Athlon equipped PCs can, in some cases cause serious performance problems.
Due to the number of reports we have had of this problem we currently do not recommend machines with Turion or Athlon processors for use with Serato ITCH. Even a machine that meets the minimum spec but has a Turion / Athlon processor can cause significant issues with USB audio hardware.
Workarounds
- Try all available USB ports
- Ensure you're not using a USB hub or splitter
- Try plugging in an external drive (or memory stick) into another USB port on your machine - preferably the adjuctant port. This may stimulate the machine’s chipset so that your problem may be fixed. (If this does help, please post a message into the help forum and describe your problem and workaround exactly to help us investigate this issue further.
Further assistance
If you are still having a problem please post in the Help forum, and make sure you include the following:
- What Serato product are you using and software version?
- What are your computer's specifications and operating system version? - be specific about processor and chipset if you can.
- What graphics device does the machine have?
- Is an external storage device attached (Never/sometimes/always), and to which USB port?
- If there's no external storage attached, does attaching a disk or memory stick help out at all?
PLEASE NOTE: These are the minimum requirements to run ITCH with the Vestax VCI-300. For best performance and for use in professional situations we recommend you buy a higher spec computer.
Mac
- G4 1.5 GHz processor or better
- 1 GB RAM
- 1024 x 768 screen resolution
- OSX 10.4.11 or higher
- Available USB Port
- Hard disk space for music
Windows XP
- 2 GHz Pentium 4 Mobile processor or better
- 1 GB RAM
- 1024 x 768 screen resolution
- Service Pack 2 or higher
- Available USB Port
- Hard disk space for music
Windows Vista 32bit & 64bit
- Core Duo 1.6 GHz processor or better
- 1 GB RAM
- 1024 x 768 screen resolution
- Service Pack 1 or higher
- Available USB Port
- Hard disk space for music
Note: Windows Vista 64bit will only work with ITCH version 1.0.5 or later.
Please read this FAQ if you are looking at buying a computer with an AMD Turion or Athlon processor: www.serato.com
MIDI based DJ systems are often reported as being slow or latent compared to CD and Vinyl. By being involved in the hardware design from concept to finished product, Serato are able to ensure the speed of communication between the hardware and the software is optimized for live DJ performance.
Setting up a MIDI controller with bundled software can be a complicated process. Serato decided to remove this setup process with built-in configuration for ITCH hardware in what we call “one to one mapping”.
To get started, simply install the Serato ITCH software and then connect the ITCH hardware. There is no need for cardboard overlay templates for Serato ITCH for you to learn the functions. All the knobs, buttons and lights work as they should - “out of the box”.
PLEASE NOTE: These are the minimum requirements to run ITCH with the Numark NS7. For best performance and for use in professional situations we recommend you buy a higher spec computer.
Mac
- Core Duo 1.8GHz processor or better
- 1 GB RAM
- 1024 x 768 screen resolution
- OSX 10.4.11 or higher
- Available USB 2.0 Port
- Hard disk space for music
Windows XP
- Core Duo 1.8 GHz processor or better
- 1 GB RAM
- 1024 x 768 screen resolution
- Service Pack 2 or higher
- Available USB 2.0 Port
- Hard disk space for music
Windows Vista
- Core Duo 1.8 GHz processor or better
- 1 GB RAM
- 1024 x 768 screen resolution
- Service Pack 1 or higher
- Available USB 2.0 Port
- Hard disk space for music
Note: 64 bit Windows is not supported, if you are purchasing a Windows machine for ITCH please ensure it has a 32 bit Windows installation.
Please read this FAQ if you are looking at buying a computer with an AMD Turion or Athlon processor: www.serato.com
Click on the '?' icon to enable tool tips. Tool tips provide a handy way to learn the various features of ITCH. Move the mouse over a section of the screen to bring up a context-sensitive tool tip.
Tool tips are currently available in English (en) and Spanish (es). ITCH will display the tool tips in the language that your computer is set to.
If you want tool tips in a different language other than the one your computer is set to-
Windows
Swap the 'help.xml' files. For example, your computers language is set to English but you want the tool tips in Spanish. Locate the 'help' folder within the 'ITCH' folder. Take the 'help.xml' from the 'es' folder and replace the 'help.xml' file in the 'en' folder, and re-start ITCH.
Mac
Swap the 'help.xml' files. For example, your computers language is set to English but you want the tool tips in Spanish. Ctrl click the ITCH application and 'Show Package Contents'. Go to 'Conents" -> 'Resources', take the 'help.xml' from the 'es.lproj' folder and replace the 'help.xml' file in the 'en.lproj' folder, and re-start ITCH.
If it doesn't show the correct language your computer's regional settings may need to change. To do this go to System Preferences -> International and change the language at the top of your list, then reload ITCH.
For several years Serato has wanted to provide a way to DJ without the hassle of carrying around 1200s, or in places (like the back of a car on a road trip) where turntables are impractical. We would have loved to have made ITCH with Rane, but like it says in the FAQ, "Rane do not currently make any controller products that are suitable for the ITCH system".
Given that, a couple of years ago we approached a variety of hardware companies about fulfilling the vision we had for ITCH. Vestax were an obvious choice, since their VCI-100 MIDI controller has the right form factor and really just needed the addition of a soundcard to be most of the way to being a fantastic ITCH controller. The result of that development is the VCI-300 launched at the NAMM 2008 show. See www.vestax.com
In addition, we chose to work with Numark because they "got" our vision and bring an interesting twist with their motorized platters which allow many interesting mixing techniques not otherwise possible with a portable controller. Their offering is the NS7. See www.numark.com
So ITCH is not about "selling something to microwave DJs". It's about a more portable way to work with Serato software, enhanced with custom designed controllers that put every function at your fingertips.
We still love vinyl and we still love Rane! Serato and Rane continue to work very closely on future hardware developments, and we'll work hard on improving Scratch LIVE for years to come.
ITCH is not going to change any of that.
- High performance portable music system that allows internal mixing and platter style playback control.
- Integrated "one to one" hardware to software mapping for instant control and minimum setup time.
- Interoperable with Scratch LIVE crates, loops and cue points, also support for iTunes.
- Audio processing and internal mixing via Serato ITCH software, Channel fading, EQ, cross fading and track trim are processed in software with audio and headphone monitoring on the ITCH hardware.
- Clean and simple software user interface with emphasis on hardware controller to display information.
- Auto Tempo Matching and Beat Sync.
- Optimal Gain and BPM Calculation
- Serato's unique color waveforms for easy identification of sound.
- Set and store Cue-points.
- Manual and Auto Loop activation.
- Music Library management tools for backup and restore.
- Input and Mix recording capability.
- AIFF, WAV, MP3 and AAC audio file support
Analyzing files is one of the most important things you can do to improve the performance of your ITCH software. This process prepares the waveform overview of the track, detects the tracks BPM, applies auto gain (If selected) and most importantly, alerts you to any corrupt files that you might have.
To analyze files you need to run the ITCH software with your ITCH hardware disconnected. You will notice a button labeled 'analyze files' on the main screen. Select this to automatically analyze all of the tracks in your library. You can also drop folders, crates, or individual files etc directly on to the analyze files button to re analyze at anytime.
The bars above the button show the track reading progress, the overview building and track writing progress.
**Note: In ITCH versions prior to 1.0.5, "analyze files" was called "build overviews". They both perform the same functions.
First, go into the setup screen and make sure 'protect library' is unchecked.
Then, simply use the keys ctrl-del to delete crates and songs from your library.
If you wish to delete tracks from your ITCH library as well as your hard drive, press ctrl+shift+delete.
If the song is associated with iTunes and has the iTunes icon in the status column, then it cannot be deleted from within ITCH. Open iTunes and delete the song within iTunes.
Click on the column button (the small left pointing arrow in the top right hand corner of your playlist) and you can select which columns you want to display.
To sort your library by a column, click the column header so it highlights. For example, clicking the BPM column will sort your music from slowest to fastest. To move a column, drag the header to the left or right.
VCI-300をUSBバスパワーの弱いコンピュータに接続すると、コンピュータ画面に『USB電源が不足している』という旨のメッセージが表示され、コンピュータ側がVCI-300を認識しないことがございます。
この様な現象が起きた場合は、以下のいずれかの方法にてVCI-300を認識させることができます。
- 他のUSBポートへ接続してみてください。（同じコンピュータ本体でも、各USBポートの電源供給方式が違うことがあります。）
- USBコンピュータにVCI-300を接続し、“THRUスイッチ”をTHRU ONにします。次にVCI-300の本体電源をPOWERにします。VCI-300がコンピュータ側に認識されますので、認識後 “THRUスイッチ”を元の“PC"側に戻します。
- 別売のVCI-300専用アダプターをご使用ください。
（アカウント取得方法）
1. http://serato.com/join/にアクセスします。
2.各フォームにお客様の情報を入力します。
- Email address ->お客様のEメールアドレス
- Your new password -> パスワードを半角英数字で入力してください。
- Repeat your password -> 確認のためにパスワードを再度入力してください。
- Country -> お住まいの国名を選択してください。
上記が入力が完了したら、「Continue」のボタンをクリックしてください。
3.serato社よりメールが届きますので、メールに記載されているリンクにアクセスするか、“２”の次の画面にメールに記載されている、Verification code（数字）を入力してください。
以上でアカウントの取得は完了です。
ログインする際は、登録したE-mailアドレスとパスワードを入力してください。
Q: iTunesで表示されているアルバムアートワークが、ITCHで表示されません。
A: iTunesで取得するアルバムアートワークは実際にファイルに埋め込まれていないので、ITCH上で表示することができません。ITCH上でアルバムアートワークを表示するには、以下の作業を行ってください。
<iTunesでのアートワーク埋め込み方法>
1. iTunesでアートワークを取得します。
2. アートワークを埋め込むファイルを選択すると、iTunes上のアート枠表示が出ます。
3. 2のアートワークを右クリック（MacはCtrl + クリック）で「コピー」を選択します。 次にもう一度アートワークを右クリック(MacはCtrl + クリック)し、「貼り付け(ペースト)」をクリックします。
4. アートワークが貼り付けられ、ファイル上に埋め込まれます。
5. iTunesを終了し、該当のファイルをITCHにて読込んでいただき、アートワークの表示をご確認ください。
※同じアーティストアルバムの場合は、ファイルを複数選択して、「貼り付け」を行うことも可能です。
※アートワークが埋め込まれたオーディオファイルは通常のオーディファイルよりサイズが若干大きくなります。
Q: 最適なレイテンシー設定を教えてください。
A: ITCHではプレイスタイルによって、レイテンシーの設定を変更することができます。
"Setup"の画面を開き、「Playback」タブの"USB buffer size(latency)"の値を変更することで、レイテンシーの変更が行えます。
- クラブプレイの場合は512～1024
- スクラッチ/ジャグリングプレイの場合は128～256
に設定するのが良いでしょう。ただし、128～256に設定するとコンピュータにより負担がかかるようになります。
※レイテンシーとはオーディオを出力する命令を受けてから、実際にオーディオが出力されるまでの、タイムラグのことを指します。buffer sizeの値が小さいとレイテンシーは低くなりますが、コンピュータへの負担が増加します。これに対し、buffer sizeの値が大きいとレイテンシーは高くなりますが、コンピュータへの負担は減少します。
Video-SL
Video-SL is available as both an online download as well as a boxed version.
The Video-SL boxed version includes a printed manual, the TTM 57SL overlay, bonus music videos and loops, and some Video-SL stickers. The boxed version has the serial number located in the box so you will need to wait for the physical product to arrive before being able to activate it.
The Video-SL online download version immediately sends your serial number to your email address but does not come with the manual, the TTM 57SL overlay, the bonus music videos and loops, nor the stickers.
An electronic PDF of the manual is available here.
The TTM 57SL overlay is available as a free downloadable PDF here.
The TTM 57SL overlay is a laminated cardboard overlay which sits on your Rane TTM 57SL mixer on the Scratch LIVE control area. This allows you to see which buttons and knobs are assigned to which Video-SL functions.
The TTM 57SL overlay is included in the boxed version of Video-SL.
Customers who purchase the download version of Video-SL can download a free PDF of the TTM 57SL overlay here.
The recommended container is MP4 with the H.264 Codec for video and AAC Codec for audio.
The video part of your file should have keyframes every 15-25 frames.
If you use Handbrake to encode your video files we have created a preset you can use. There is a preset for PC and preset for Mac.
Activating and running Video-SL on more than one machine simultaneously is a violation of the license agreement and will result in the permanent de-activation of your serial number.
For files designed for maximum compression, the amount of keyframes can be kept to a minimum, and a keyframe might only be used when the entire scene changes between one frame and the next, thus requiring a keyframe to describe fully the frames to come. This can present difficulties when a user wants to jump to different part of the video; the player might have to spend a long time finding the last keyframe, then decoding all the frames from there to the desired spot in the video.
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Video-SL supports the following video file container formats:
NOTE: For more information on what a container is please visit http://www.scratchlive.net/articles/video-sl/1931
- MOV
- MP4
- M4A
- AVI
- FLV
- MPG
- MPEG
- DV
Video-SL supports the following video codecs:
- H.264
- DV
- Motion JPEG A
- Motion JPEG B
- MPEG-4
NOTE: Video-SL does not support MPEG-1 or MPEG-2 codecs at this stage.
To play back an encoded file you will need to have the appropriate Codec installed. This is a usually the reason why you will be unable to play back a certain file.
With this complete Video-SL should now be available from the main screen of Scratch LIVE.
VOB files and MPEG 2 videos aren't able to be decoded for playback in Video-SL. This functionality will be added in an upcoming version.
For information on converting VOB files check out these Video-SL articles:
DVD-Video discs are encoded in a format which Video-SL does not currently support.
If your DVD isn't copy protected (made with a DVD recorder for instance), it's possible to convert the content into a file or files able to be played back by Video-SL.
For more information on this process, check out these articles:
MAC: Converting a DVD or VOB file using Handbrake
There are a few things to try:
Check that the files are on the supported file type list.
Check that the codecs inside the files are supported by your system.
A quick way to do this is to open them in quicktime player and see if they play. You can also use the "get info" command in the file menu in quicktime to see details of the codecs inside the files.
Codecs supported by Video-SL are H.264, DV, Motion JPEG A, Motion JPEG B, MPEG-4. You can get more information on codecs here.
Double clicking it will return it to window mode, drag it to your secondary display and then return it to fullscreen mode.
You can prevent this by making sure the secondary monitor is available on starting Video-SL, or alternatively disabling full screen before exiting.
Problem
Video-SL 1.0.2 will crash on start up when using Scratch Live 1.9.0 on Windows machines (XP and Vista)
Solution
1) To continue using Video-SL 1.0.2 you should use it with Scratch Live 1.8.3.
2) To continue using Scratch Live 1.9.0 you should use it with Video-SL 1.1 Public Beta.
Always test your gear before you're in a critical situation, and look at professional solutions for your needs rather than the consumer equivalents.
Depending on the size of video file you are trying to play the hard disk speed you require will vary.
A good rule of thumb is the faster the better.
If you are buying an external drive, one with a speed of 7200RPM (or greater) and a firewire connection is recommended.
USB 2.0 may provide the speed you require but there are deficiencies in the sustained data throughput of the USB protocol that can affect performance.
PLEASE NOTE: These are the minimum requirements to run Video SL. For best performance and for use in professional situations we recommend you buy a higher spec computer.
Hardware
- Rane SL 1
- Rane SL 3
- Rane TTM 57SL Mixer
Mac OS X
- 2 GHz MacBook or better
- 2 GB RAM
- 5 GB free on system drive
- Storage space for video files
- Recommended graphics card:
NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT* (MacBook Pro)
Windows XP and Vista
- 2 GHz Core 2 Duo or better
- 2 GB RAM
- 5 GB free on system drive
- Storage space for video files
- Minimum graphics card:
Intel 945 or better*
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Recommended graphics cards:
Nvidia 8400 or better
ATI 1650 or better
*A note about Graphics Card performance and effects
Video-SL scales its performance based on the capabilities of your graphics card. Some low end integrated graphics cards may reduce the number of effects and transitions available.
Serato Intelligent Sound
It may seem obvious, but the perfect time stretch is one where the output sounds the same as the input, just faster or slower. The key word here is 'sounds', which means the problem isn't about waveforms or kilohertz - it's all about hearing.
Serato Audio Research has developed a sophisticated model of the human auditory system. In a sense, the software "listens" to the music, performing a sophisticated auditory scene analysis. Only by listening can it determine what 'sounds' the same, but faster or slower. Normally using such a sophisticated model of the human auditory system would be computationally prohibitive, so novel mathematical methods had to be developed by Serato to speed up this process in software.
Serato have US and international patents pending on this technique.
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If you're running Microsoft Windows, Portableapps.com provide a number of software applications that are packaged in such as way as to not require a regular install. Applications can be run directly off a hard drive or USB flash drive and will not write any files to the normal installation locations (including the system Registry).
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Portableapps provide a version of the Firefox web browser that will allow you a full web browsing experience on our websites. You can download it here.