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Rane SL1 User Manual

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RANE SL1 FOR SERATO SCRATCH LIVE • OPERATOR’S MANUAL 2.5.0
SETTINg THE STANdARd FOR PROFESSIONAL djS

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Rane SL1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sampling Rate44.1 kHz
Bit Depth16-bit
CompatibilitySerato Scratch Live
ConnectivityUSB 1.1
Phono PreampsYes
USBUSB 1.1
Inputs2 x RCA (phono/line)
Outputs2 x stereo RCA

Summary

Getting Started

Installing Scratch Live

Guide on installing Scratch Live software on Mac and Windows.

Connecting Your Hardware

Connecting the SL1 Unit

Steps to integrate the SL1 unit into a DJ setup.

Connecting Turntables or CD Players

How to connect audio sources to the SL1 inputs.

Connecting Line Outputs to Mixer

How to route the SL1 audio outputs to your mixer.

Connecting SL1 to Computer

Instructions for connecting the SL1 to a computer via USB.

Turntable Setup

Recommendations for turntable setup, including grounding.

Calibrating Scratch Live

How to Calibrate Scratch Live

Step-by-step guide to calibrating the control signal.

The Noise Threshold

Explanation of the noise threshold setting for signal interpretation.

Importing and Playing Music

Importing Your Music

Guide on loading music files into the Scratch Live library.

Preparing Your Files

How to Analyze Files

Process for analyzing music files to build waveforms and BPM data.

Main Screen Overview

Virtual Deck

Explanation of the Virtual Deck display and functions.

Tempo Matching Display

Using the tempo matching display for beat matching.

Core Playback Controls

Display and Library Management

Scratch Live Modes

Absolute Mode

Default mode mimicking normal vinyl playback.

Relative Mode

Mode observing relative movement, disabling needle dropping.

Cue Points

Setting Cue Points

How to set up to five cue points per track.

Looping Features

SP-6 Sample Player

Loading the SP-6

How to load audio files into the SP-6 sample player slots.

SP-6 Sample Player Controls

SP-6 Pitch Controls

Controls for pitch adjustment, bending, nudging, and keylock.

DJ-FX Plugin

Ultra Knob Mode

Controlling multiple effects slots with one Ultra Knob.

Super Knob Mode

Individual control of effects within each slot.

MIDI Control

MIDI Controller Setup

Steps for connecting and configuring MIDI controllers.

Assigning Controls

Mapping MIDI controls to Scratch Live functions.

Organizing Your Music

Grouping Tracks into Crates

Creating and managing crates for music organization.

Library Operations

Recording

How to record audio input directly within Scratch Live.

Audio Input and Mixing Techniques

Mixing With One Turntable

Techniques for mixing using a single turntable or CD player.

Keyboard Shortcuts

Deck Control Shortcuts

Shortcuts for deck playback, cueing, and pitch control.

Additional Setup

USB Buffer Size (Latency)

Adjusting buffer size for audio latency and performance.

Audio Input Level

Setting input levels for turntables and CD players.

Vinyl Control

Use Auto Gain

Automatically setting track gain levels for uniform volume.

Troubleshooting and FAQs

Audio Playback Issues

Solutions for audio dropouts, clicking, and popping.

File Playback Problems

Troubleshooting unplayable or poorly performing MP3 files.

Corrupt File Descriptions

MP3 File Issues

Descriptions of various corrupt MP3 file errors and their causes.

WAV File Issues

Descriptions of corrupt WAV file errors and their causes.

Scope Reading and Fixes

Good Signal

Identifying a clean signal with 100% tracking in the scope.

No Signal

Troubleshooting when no control signal is detected.

Dusty Needle

Cleaning needles and vinyl for proper tracking.

Damaged Needle

Addressing issues related to damaged or worn styli.

Specific Scope Readings

Left Channel Missing

Troubleshooting signal loss in the left channel.

Right Channel Missing

Troubleshooting signal loss in the right channel.

Limited Warranty

Limited U.S.A. Warranty

Terms and conditions of the US limited warranty.

Warranty Procedure - U.S.A.

Warranty Service Requirements

Procedures for factory and authorized service.