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ALCATECH BPM STUDIO 4 PRO User Manual

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RC V3
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BPM Studio 4 Pro

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ALCATECH BPM STUDIO 4 PRO Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandALCATECH
ModelBPM STUDIO 4 PRO
CategoryDJ Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Installation

2.1. Software Installation

Step-by-step guide to install the BPM Studio software on your computer.

2.02. Connecting the Remote Control Unit

Detailed instructions on connecting the remote control unit via serial or USB port.

2.03. Hardware Reset

Explains how to perform a hardware reset for control units RCP-1001 and RCP-2001.

2.04. The First Program Start

Guide for the initial launch of BPM Studio and its default player settings.

2.05. Defining Remote Control Unit Parameters

How to customize settings for BPM Studio remote control units.

2.06. Defining Driver and Audio parameters

Configuration of driver and audio parameters for optimal BPM Studio performance.

The Program Window

The program window contains following modules:

Lists the main modules that constitute the BPM Studio program window.

Player

3.2.1. Basic Functions

Explains the fundamental controls and operations of the player.

3.02.3 Pitch, and Master Speed

Details on adjusting playback speed and master tempo for mixing.

3.02.2. Working with DirectCue buttons

How to use DirectCue buttons to set and trigger cue points.

3.02.5. Real Time BPM Counter

Using the real-time BPM counter to determine and set BPM values.

3.02.6 The Player Window

Detailed description of the player window's layout and display modes.

Play List

3.03.1. Basic Functions

Explains how to create, manage, and use play lists for organizing tracks.

3.4. Preview Player

Information on using the preview player to screen titles without loading them.

File- and playlist archive

3.05.1 File Archive

How to use the file archive to manage and categorize audio files.

3.05.2 Play list Archive

Managing and organizing play lists for events, programs, or artists.

Loop Sampler

3.06.1. Using the Loop Sampler

Step-by-step guide on how to use the loop sampler for clipping and replaying sequences.

Sample Player

3.07.1. Editing Samples, and Assigning them to Keys

How to edit samples and assign them to specific keys for playback.

Sample Editor

3.08. Sample Editor

Overview of the sample editor for adjusting loop, volume, pitch, and fade settings.

Cross Fader

The Cross-Fader is used...

Explanation of manual and automatic cross-fading between players.

Cross Fader, BPM Counter

3.10. BPM Counter

Functionality of the BPM counter for determining title BPM.

BPM Counter

3.10.2. BPM Determining in Manual Mode

How to manually determine BPM using keystrokes.

3.10.3. BPM Determining in Auto Mode

How to automatically determine BPM using the software's filters.

File Editor

With the file editor it is possible...

Overview of the file editor's capabilities for cutting and setting cue points.

3.11.3. Marking ranges, and exporting into files

Marking audio sections and exporting them into files.

3.11.4. Adjusting volume and pitch

Adjusting volume and pitch of audio files within the editor.

3.11.7. Working with cue points

Detailed guide on setting and managing cue points within titles.

File Info Box

The File Info Box allows editing...

Editing ID3 tag information for audio files, including version and path.

Mixer

The mixer contains of four components...

Overview of the mixer's components and display.

3.13.1. Audio Channels

Explanation of the four internal stereo inputs and two stereo outputs.

3.13.2. The Equalizer

How to adjust and correct frequency ranges for players and CD-ROM.

3.13.4. Recorder

Using the recorder to capture audio signals from external sources or players.

Mixer, AGC

3.13.5. Compressor/Limiter (AGC)

Using the AGC module to compensate for volume differences and provide stable output.

AGC

Limiter

Restricts signal levels to protect downstream equipment from overload.

Work method of the AGC

Description of AGC work method at different input levels with accompanying diagram.

MP3 Streaming Modul

CD Player / CD Writer

The CD player / CD-writer provides...

Overview of functions for working with CDs, including reading and burning.

3.15.1. CD-Reader

Using the CD-ROM drive as a functional audio CD player.

3.15.2. Encoding audio CDs

Methods for encoding audio CDs into MP3 format.

3.15.3. CDDB-Query

Querying the CDDB for audio CD title information.

3.15.4. Copying Audio CDs (Ripping):

Process of copying audio CDs to the hard drive, including CDDB query.

3.15.5. “CD at once” Mode of CD player

Ripping and archiving an entire CD as a single title.

3.15.6. Encoder

Converting WAVE files to MP3 format using the encoder.

3.15.7. CD-Writer

Creating audio CDs with custom mixes or compilations.

3.15.8. Creating Audio CDs

Steps for creating playable audio CDs with various title arrangements.

3.15.9. Creating data CDs

Steps for creating data CDs for file backup or transfer.

3.15.10. Systemtest in test mode

Simulating the writing process to test system performance.

BPM Print Designer

3.16.1. Starting BPM Print Designer

How to launch the BPM Print Designer from various archive or play list views.

3.16.2. Export List Window

Selecting fields, changing column order, and adjusting column width for printing.

3.16.3. Print preview window:

Manipulating layout and adding information in the print preview window.

Program Options

3.19.2. Options – General Settings

General settings for loading files, play lists, and program behavior.

3.19.3. Audio I/O Configuring the Sound Card

Detailed configuration of sound card drivers and audio settings.

Latency Setup

Dialog for adjusting driver latency times for optimal performance.

3.19.4. Storing - Defining directories

Setting default directories for search, ripper, MP3 encoding, and recorded files.

3.19.5. CDDA Copy Defining CDDA- and compression parameters

Configuring parameters for CD ripping and compression.

3.19.6. CD Writer Adjusting Recorder Parameters

Adjusting parameters for the CD writer, including speed and functions.

Record with Burn Proof

Activating Burn Proof to prevent buffer underruns and ensure faster burning.

Burn Proof

Activates the recorder's burn proof function to prevent errors.

Test Mode

Simulating the burn process to test system performance.

File / Disc Caching

Improves efficiency and reduces buffer underruns using file/disc caching.

3.19.7. Remote Control Configuring external control units

Adjusting settings for connected external control units.

Fader Start

Enables automatic player start when external mixer control is activated.

Fader Stop

Enables automatic player stop when external mixer control is deactivated.

3.19.8. User Administration

Detailed description of user administration features and their benefits.

3.19.9. Server components

Configuration of server components for remote control via web browser or Telnet.

Additional Functions

3.20.1. Normalize Function

Adjusts title playback volume to be consistently loud or quiet.

3.20.3. Monitor Functions

Essential functions for professional use, allowing prescreening of audio via headphones.

3.20.4. The Program internal BPM Database

BPM Studio's internal database for storing and managing BPM values of all titles.

3.20.5. The PreAmp-Function (Limiter)

Activates PreAmp function to prevent distortions caused by high amplification.

3.20.5. The back-up- and Update functions

Functions for creating backups of the file archive and updating it.

User Administration

3.21.1. In General

Explains how user administration enables multiple users to work independently.

3.21.2. User specific settings

User-specific settings and access restrictions for BPM Studio modules.

Network Functions

3.22.1 Addressing MP3 Files

How to address MP3 files via drive letter or computer name in a network.

Addressing MP3 files via the computer name

Accessing files using computer name instead of drive letter.

3.22.2. Network File-Archives

Structure and management of network file archives.

Creating a Master File Archive

Steps to create a master file archive on a server.

Protected Access of Network File Archives

Ensuring information availability and managing access to network file archives.

First Steps

4.2. How can I play MP3 files?

Instructions on how to play MP3 files using BPM Studio's players.

4.3. Beat-Matching with BPM Studio

Detailed guide on achieving accurate beat matching using BPM Studio.

BPM Studio saves the title order...

How BPM Studio saves and manages the order of titles in play lists.

4.4.1. Adding titles to a play list

Adding titles to a play list from the file archive or explorer.

4.4.2. Modifying the title order

Rearranging the order of titles within a play list using drag and drop.

4.4.3. Storing a Play List

Saving a play list with a specified name and folder.

4.4.4. Loading a Play List from Hard Drive

Loading BPM Studio or WinAMP play lists from the hard drive.

4.4.5. Drag&Drop functionality of Play Lists

Using drag and drop for assembling, loading, and archiving play lists.

4.4.6. Adding a play list to the archive

Adding a play list to the archive by dragging and dropping it.

4.4.7. Loading a Play List from the Archive into a Player

Loading a play list from the archive into a player.

4.4.8. Merging a Play List to an already loaded List

Appending a play list to an already loaded one.

4.4.9. Adding title sequences of a play list to an already loaded list

Adding selected title sequences from a play list to another.

The Cross-Fader enables automatic fades...

Using the cross-fader for automatic fades between players with adjustable fade curves.

BPM Studio offers convenient options...

Managing title information stored in ID3 tags and play list files.

BPM Studio does not only provide...

Introduction to copying and archiving audio-CDs using BPM Studio.

Ripping Audio-CDs:

Steps for ripping audio CDs using the CD-Player and CDDB query.

Creating a own File Archive:

Guidance on creating and structuring a file archive for managing many titles.

With the sampler of BPM Studio you can load...

Introduction to using the sampler for loading and replaying short audio clips.

4.8.1. Single Play:

Playback mode where only one sample plays at a time.

4.8.2. Scratch mode:

Playback mode allowing samples to be played repeatedly to the beat of a title.

4.8.3. Configuring the Sample Player:

How to configure sample player output channels and assign keys.

RC V3 Description

Controls at the front side of the device:

Detailed explanation of the front-side controls of the RC V3 device.

Fader start functions RC V3

How to connect and use fader start functions with the RC V3.

RCP-1001 Description

Installation

Instructions for connecting the RCP-1001 and setting up the program.

Operation

Explains how the RCP-1001 controls players and sample player, including pitch lock.

Control elements on the front side of device:

Detailed explanation of the front-side controls of the RCP-1001 device.

[15] DirectCue keys 1 - 6

Storing and recalling up to 6 favorite positions as Cue-Points.

RCP-2001 Description

[28] Sample Player [1] to [9]

Starts samples 1 to 9 of the BPM Studio Sample Player.

[30] Sampler Control and Preview Player’s Control

Assigns Sample Player output and controls the preview player.

[31], [32], [33] Fade Control

Adjusts automatic cross fader, auto-fade mode, and fade presets.

[36] Fade Start Input Socket

Connects to mixers with fade/start function for controlling players.

[37] Remote start input (P. START)

Input for remote start using mixers with remote start or pulse start functions.

Professional working with RCP-2001

8.1. Working with Loop Player

Detailed guide on using the loop player for recording and reproducing loops.

8.1.1. Recording and reproduction of the Loop:

Steps for recording a sequence as a loop and reproducing it.

8.1.2. Recording using Auto-Loop function:

Using the Auto-Loop function to automatically record and switch to loop-play mode.

8.1.3. Loop storing

Storing loops for later use via DirectCue keys or the Sample Player.

8.1.4. Loop storing by a DirectCue key

Storing loops directly to DirectCue keys for quick recall.

8.1.5. Loop storing by a Sample Player key

Storing loops in the Sample Player for availability across different titles.

8.1.7. Editing a Loop

Editing recorded loops by changing start and end points.

8.1.8. Beat-Stepping

Navigating through a title by tacts (beats) for precise loop editing.