Serato Scratch Live SL3 User Manual

RANE SL3 FOR SERATO SCRATCH LIVE • QUICK START
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Step 1: SL3
Connections
This Quick Start guide will get you the
basics. But please read the manual!
1. Connect your CD players or turntables
to the LEFT and RIGHT DECK INPUTS
on the SL3.
2. Set each DECK INPUT to the correct
input level using the dip switches. Set
the switches UP for Phono (turntables)
or DOWN for Line (CD players).
The AUX input is usually DOWN for
recording at Line level.
Playing Regular Vinyl and CDs
NOTE: the SL3 must be powered by
USB or the supplied external power
supply for the DECK THRUs to work.
While Scratch Live is not running, and
the SL3 is powered by the external supply,
the deck thrus on the SL3 will always be
on, allowing you to play regular CDs and
vinyl with your CD players or turntables.
When the SL3 is powered by the
universal power supply, and then Scratch
Live is launched, the deck thrus are still
on. This allows a laptop to be connected
during a set (when using the deck thrus)
with no audio interruption.
If the SL3 is not powered by the
universal power supply when Scratch Live
is launched (USB connected), the deck
thrus will be off, but can be turned on in
Scratch Live.
To turn the thrus off and on in
Scratch Live, click on the THRU
button next to each Virtual Deck in
Scratch Live. This will change the state of
the channels to thru mode, sending audio
direct from the SL3 inputs to your mixer.
3. If you use turntables, connect their
ground wires to the ground posts on the
SL3. These ground wires are extremely
important for Scratch Live to track.
4. (Optional) To record your mix or from
your turntables into Scratch Live,
connect an additional output (such as
an AUX OUT) from your mixer to the
AUX INPUTS on the SL3.
5. Connect the DECK OUTPUTS of the
SL3 to Line inputs on your mixer. Note:
If Scratch Live audio is excessively loud
or distorted, the SL3 OUTPUTS have
been connected to phono level inputs
by mistake.
6. (Optional) Connect the SL3 AUX
OUTPUT to an additional Line input or
Aux input on your mixer to output the
sample player to its own mixer input.
7. Using the USB cable, connect your SL3
to a USB 2.0 port on your computer.
Connect it directly to your computer
and not through a hub or splitter.
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MIC LOW
MIC HIGH
AUX IN
OUTPUT
LEVELS
MAIN
SOURCE
PGM 1 PGM 2
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AUX OUT
PANHIGH
PHONES
MID
EQ
GAIN GAIN
LOW
SOURCE
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HIGH
MID
LOW
TTM 56S
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PGM 1
CUE
PGM 2DRY
FlexFX
WET
MASTER
CUE
SLOW
FADER 1 CONTOUR
FAST SLOW
FADER 2 CONTOUR
FASTSLOW
CROSSFADE CONTOUR
FAST
MIC LEVEL
CHANNEL
SWAP
REVERSE
REVERSEREVERSE
EQ
PAN
KILL KILL
STEREO HOUSE
MONO PGM1 / PGM2
PGM 1 PGM 2
PGM 1
PGM 2
AUX
IN
AUX
OUT
FROM TURNTABLE
OR CD PLAYER OUT TO
SL3 RIGHT DECK INPUTS
POWER SUPPLY IS REQUIRED
FOR DECK THRUS TO WORK
WHEN NOT POWERED BY USB
FROM TURNTABLE
OR CD PLAYER OUT TO
SL3 LEFT DECK INPUTS
TURNTABLE
GROUNDS
SL3 SWITCHES:
PHONO UP
LINE DOWN
SL 3
AUX IN
TO MIXER
AUX OUT
SL 3
AUX OUT
TO MIXER
AUX IN
SL 3
DECK OUTS
TO MIXER
PGM INPUTS
(LINE)
USB TO COMPUTER
LOCK
PUSH
OPEN
SL3 QUICK START

Serato Scratch Live SL3 Specifications

General

Type	DJ Audio Interface
Audio Interface	USB 2.0
Sample Rate	44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
Bit Depth	24-bit
THD+N	< 0.005%
Dynamic Range	> 100 dB
Supported Software	Serato Scratch Live
Inputs	2 x RCA
Outputs	2 x RCA
Compatibility	Mac OS X, Windows
Power Supply	USB Bus Powered
System Requirements	Mac OS X or later, Windows or later

Summary

SL3 Quick Start Guide

Step 1: SL3 Connections

Details connecting turntables, CD players, mixers, and computers to the SL3 interface for basic operation.

Playing Regular Vinyl and CDs

Explains how the SL3 enables regular vinyl and CD playback through 'THRU' mode when Scratch Live is not running.

Step 2: Install Scratch Live

Serato.com Software Updates

Advises visiting serato.com for the latest software updates before proceeding with the installation.

Mac Installation Guide

Guides Mac users through installing Scratch Live software and connecting the SL3 interface for operation.

Windows Installation Guide

Details the installation process for Scratch Live on Windows systems, including driver updates and setup.

Driver Update Tool

Explains how to use the Driver Update Tool to install or update SL3 drivers for proper computer recognition.

Step 3: Calibration

Calibrating Scratch Live System

Guides users through calibrating Scratch Live to background noise for optimal performance with turntables or CDJs.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Offers solutions for common issues like no sound, incorrect settings, or waveform problems during operation.

Keyboard Shortcuts Reference

Computer Keyboard Actions

Lists computer keyboard shortcuts for library navigation, track editing, and general software control.

SP-6 Sample Player Shortcuts

Details keyboard shortcuts specifically for loading and playing samples within the SP-6 Sample Player.

Left Deck Control Shortcuts

Provides keyboard shortcuts for controlling the left deck, including cue points, modes, and playback functions.

Right Deck Control Shortcuts

Provides keyboard shortcuts for controlling the right deck, including cue points, modes, and playback functions.