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Novation TWITCH User Manual

Novation TWITCH
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TWITCH
User Guide
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Novation TWITCH Specifications

Key Performance Figures IconKey Performance Figures
Real World ADC Dynamic Range102 dB (A-weighted)
Real World DAC Dynamic Range100 dB (A-weighted)
Chipset ADC/DAC Dynamic Range114 dB (A-weighted)
Latency (Minimum Buffer Size)77 samples
Microphone Inputs IconMicrophone Inputs
Dynamic Range (A-Weighted)102 dB
Frequency Response20 Hz - 20 kHz +/- 0.1 dB
Maximum Input Level @ Minimum gain for 0 dBFS+4 dBu
Line Inputs IconLine Inputs
Dynamic Range (A-Weighted)102 dB
Frequency Response20 Hz - 20 kHz +/- 0.1 dB
Noise-92 dBu (22 Hz/22 kHz bandpass filter)
Analogue Audio Outputs (¼” TRS) IconAnalogue Audio Outputs (¼” TRS)
Maximum Output Level (0 dBFS)+7.0 dBu
THD+N0.0075% (-1 dBFS output, 20 Hz/22 kHz bandpass filter)
Output TypeElectronically balanced output
Headphone Outputs IconHeadphone Outputs
Frequency Response20 Hz-20 KHz +/- 0.1 dB
Dynamic Range102 dB
Maximum Output into 32R+3 dBu (-1.4 dBV)

Summary

Trademarks

Disclaimer

Important Safety Instructions

Environmental Declaration

Environmental Declaration for USA

Specific FCC compliance information and user guidance for the USA market.

Copyright and Legal Notices

Environmental Declaration for Canada

Compliance information for Canadian ICES-003 standard.

RoHS Notice

Statement regarding compliance with EU Directive and California law on hazardous substances.

Introduction

What's in the Box

Lists all the items included in the Novation TWITCH packaging.

Power Requirements

Details on the power supply needs and USB connection for the TWITCH.

Software Installation

Minimum System Requirements

Specifies the hardware and OS requirements for running ITCH software.

Software Installation for Mac OSX

Step-by-step guide for installing the ITCH software on Mac operating systems.

Software Installation for PC

Step-by-step guide for installing the ITCH software on Windows operating systems.

Twitch Overview

Twitch Rear Panel Connections

Front Panel Controls

Top Panel Controls

Mixer Controls

Master Controls

Deck Controls

Play/Pause and Cue Functions

Using the Play/Pause and Cue buttons for track control and setting cue points.

Keylock and Sync/Auto

Functions of Keylock for pitch preservation and Sync/Auto for tempo synchronization.

Pitch Control

Adjusting track speed and BPM using the pitch rotary control.

Swipe and Drop Functions

Using Swipe and Drop actions with the touchstrip for performance.

Touchstrip Functionality

Hot Cues

How to set, trigger, and manage up to eight cue points for tracks.

Slicer Mode

Using the slicer mode to divide tracks into segments and trigger them.

Auto Loop Mode

Creating and triggering loops of various lengths using performance pads.

Loop Roll Mode

Momentarily triggering loops for stutter effects and creative performance.

Performance Pads

Overview of the eight performance pads and their functions in different modes.

Beat Grid Set/Clear

Setting and clearing beat markers for precise beat grid alignment.

Beat Grid Adjust/Slip

Adjusting and slipping the beat grid for accurate track synchronization.

Shift Button Functionality

Using the SHIFT button in conjunction with other controls for additional functions.

Master FX Section

Effects Parameters

Adjusting depth, modulation, and beat parameters for master effects.

Available Master Effects

List and brief description of the master effects available in the TWITCH.

Mic and Aux Inputs

Mic and Aux Mixing Details

Adjusting gain, equalization, and routing for mic and aux inputs.

Twitch Connection

Getting Started

Starting the ITCH Software

How to launch the ITCH application on Mac OSX and Windows.

Software Overview

Main Screen Interface Elements (1-18)

Description of interface elements like Album Art, Files, Browse, Search, and Recording controls.

Interface Elements (19-32)

Software Functions (33-40)

Explanation of functions like Track Overview, Tempo Source, Track Name, and Beat Matching.

Importing Music

Adding Files to ITCH Library

Methods for browsing and loading music files from various sources into the ITCH library.

Showing iTunes Library

Enabling and displaying the iTunes library within the ITCH software.

Getting Music from CDs

Guidance on converting audio CDs to compatible file types for ITCH.

Supported File Types

List of audio file formats compatible with Serato ITCH.

About Corrupt Files

Identifying and managing corrupt audio files within the ITCH library.

Preparing Your Files

Analyzing Files

Process of analyzing files to detect corruption, generate waveforms, and calculate BPM.

How to Analyze Files

Instructions for using the ANALYZE FILES button and drag-and-drop analysis.

Set Auto BPM

Offline Player

Track Gain

Library Navigation

Hardware Navigation Controls

Using TWITCH hardware controls like SCROLL, FWD, BACK, and AREA for navigation.

Mouse and Keyboard Navigation

Using keyboard cursor keys and mouse for navigating the ITCH library.

Searching the Library

Browsing the Library

Library Status Icons

Prepare Panel

Loading Tracks

Starting Playback

Adjusting Gain

Equalizing

Keylock Functionality

Main Screen Overview

Virtual Deck Display

Understanding the virtual deck's speed, position, and progress bar.

Track Display Information

Details shown on the track title bar, including name, artist, BPM, and playback settings.

Playback Modes

Selecting between Single and Continuous playback modes.

Repeat Mode

Setting the repeat mode for tracks or crates (Off or On).

Tap Tempo Functionality

Track Overview Display

Main Waveform Display

Tempo Matching Display

Beat-Matching Display

Dropping a Track In

The Touchstrip

How the touchstrip replaces platters for playback adjustment and performance.

Swipe Functionality

Using the touchstrip for momentary speed and pitch adjustments.

Scratch Mode

Using the touchstrip for scratching effects, similar to a vinyl turntable.

Pause Swipe

Using touchstrip for scrubbing playhead backwards or forwards when paused.

Drop Functionality

Using the touchstrip for 'needle drop' access to any position in a track.

Fast Forward/Rewind

Using the DROP button to enable fast forward or rewind functionality on the touchstrip.

Useful Terms

Mixing

Finding the Next Track

Tips for browsing the library to find a track with a similar tempo.

Loading Tracks to Decks

Methods for loading tracks to virtual decks using hardware or mouse.

Previewing Tracks in Headphones

Using the cue system to preview tracks without sending them to the master output.

Finding the Right Part of the Track

Playback Control

Continuous Auto-play

Enabling continuous playback mode for automatic track transitions.

Getting Tracks in Time

Beat Grid & Sync

Beat Grid Functionality

How Beat Grids mark beats and transients for precise syncing and looping.

Enable Beat Grid

Activating the Beat Grid functionality in the software setup.

Beat Grid Waveform View

Visual representation of the Beat Grid superimposed on the track waveform.

Before Creating a Beat Grid

Prerequisites for creating a Beat Grid, including track analysis and BPM.

Creating a Beat Grid

Setting a Beat Marker

Placing beat markers using the BEAT GRID SET button or keyboard shortcuts.

Deleting a Beat Marker

Adjusting the Beat Grid

Slipping the Beat Grid

Synchronizing Tracks

Sync Behavior with Beat Grids

How SYNC button and Master Clock function when Beat Grids are enabled.

Sync Behavior Without Beat Grids

Synchronizing tempo when Beat Grids are not enabled or assigned.

Auto Tempo Behavior

Automatic tempo synchronization for all tracks, regardless of Beat Grids.

Master Clock Function

Performance Modes

Cue Points

Marking and triggering cue points for different parts of tracks.

Visual Aid: Cue Point Status

Temporary Cue

Slicer Mode Operation

Slicer Mode 1

Looping individual slices or blocks of slices in Slicer Mode 1.

Slicer Mode 2

Creating an eight-slice loop and highlighting active slices in Slicer Mode 2.

Touchstrip Action in Slicer Modes

Using pinch and expand gestures on the touchstrip to modify domain and quantization.

Loop Modes

Auto Loop Functionality

Using performance pads to trigger loops of predefined lengths.

Auto Loop - Saved Mode

Saving and recalling custom auto loops within track ID3 tags.

Touchstrip Action in Auto Loop Mode

Using the touchstrip to select loop durations and ranges.

Loop Roll Mode

Swipe and Drop in Performance Modes

Using Swipe and Drop buttons to activate modes, affecting touchstrip functionality.

The FX Section

Master FX Section Overview

Controls for applying master effects to decks and aux inputs.

Effects Parameters

Adjusting depth, modulation, and beat parameters for master effects.

Available Master Effects

List and brief description of the master effects available in the TWITCH.

Master Effect Descriptions

Tremolo Effect

Cyclic modulation of track volume for rhythmic effects.

Repeater Effect

Repeating audio segments with randomness and probability controls.

Reverser Effect

Replaying audio segments backwards for envelope reversal effects.

Braker Effect

Simulating a turntable stop brake effect for audio playback.

Time Synchronization for Effects

Fader FX

Fader FX On/Off Button

Enabling the Fader FX feature and its indication on the bargraph meter.

Fader FX Select Control

Selecting effects for Fader FX and adjusting effect parameters with the SELECT rotary control.

Mic and Aux Mixing

Mic and Aux Mixing Details

Adjusting gain, equalization, and routing for mic and aux inputs.

Recording

Recording Process

Steps for selecting source, adjusting levels, starting, stopping, and saving recordings.

Organizing Your Library

Using Crates

Creating and managing digital crates for organizing music collections.

Subcrates

Creating subcrates by dragging and dropping crates into other crates.

Setting Up Library Columns

Editing ID3 Tags

Album Art Integration

Adding and toggling album artwork display within the ITCH library.

Library Auto-Backup

Library Management Tools

Rescan ID3 Tags

Re-reading file tags for the entire library after external edits.

Relocate Lost Files

Finding and updating locations for moved or renamed library files.

Serato Scratch Live Compatibility

History Logging

History Log Details

Information provided in the history log: Start Time, End Time, Playtime, Deck, and Notes.

Starting or Ending a Session

Initiating and concluding DJ sessions within the ITCH software.

Inserting a Track into History

Adding information for tracks played outside of ITCH to the session data.

Exporting Session Data

Exporting session information in text, CSV, or M3U playlist formats.

History Listing Behavior

Understanding how played and unplayed tracks are listed in the history log.

The Setup Screen

Software Version Information

Displaying the current ITCH software version and checking for updates.

Setup Screen Main Areas

Overview of the five main tabs: HARDWARE, PLAYBACK, LIBRARY, DISPLAY, and MIXER.

Hardware Settings Tab

Firmware Updates

Updating the TWITCH hardware firmware via the software.

General Hardware Settings

Adjusting USB buffer size (latency) and platter speed settings.

Playback Settings Tab

General Playback Settings

Configuring playback keys, deck locking, hi-fi resampler, and auto gain.

Enable Beat Grid Functionality

Enabling or disabling Beat Grid functionality for Slice Mode.

On Song Load Settings

Settings for play from start, instant doubles, and play from first cue point.

Recording Settings

Selecting bit depth and file format for recordings.

Braking Control

Adjusting the speed at which tracks stop when the deck is paused.

Library Settings Tab

Song Library Options

Options for showing iTunes library, protecting library, custom columns, and subcrate tracks.

Display Settings Tab

User Interface Settings

Adjusting maximum screen updates and waveform display modes (horizontal/vertical).

Mixer Settings Tab

General Mixer Settings

Configuring crossfader action, EQ range, output mode, and headroom.

Cue Settings

Adjusting headphone output level with overdrive for extra boost.

Fader Curves

Adjusting crossfader and channel fader curves for tighter or gradual fades.

Whitelabel Integration

Whitelabel Audio Files

Details on proprietary Serato file format, quality, and availability of Whitelabel audio files.

Whitelabel.net Service

Using the Serato Whitelabel Delivery Network for promotional releases.

Locked Whitelabel.net Files

Unlocking licensed Whitelabel files using email and password verification.

Troubleshooting

Technical Specifications

Key Performance Figures

ADC/DAC dynamic range, chipset range, and latency specifications.

Microphone Inputs Specifications

Specifications for microphone inputs: dynamic range, frequency response, THD+N, and noise.

Line Inputs Specifications

Specifications for line inputs: dynamic range, frequency response, and THD+N.

Analogue Audio Outputs (1/4" TRS)

Specifications for balanced 1/4" TRS audio outputs: level and THD+N.

Analogue Audio Outputs (RCA Phono)

Specifications for unbalanced RCA phono audio outputs: level and THD+N.

Headphone Outputs Specifications

Specifications for headphone outputs: frequency response, dynamic range, SNR, power, and impedance.

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