Serato SL2 User Manual

RANE SL2 FOR SERATO SCRATCH LIVE • QUICK START
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LINE-LEVEL
INPUT 1
LINE-LEVEL
INPUT 2
G
USB
CONNECT TWO
TURNTABLES OR CD
DECKS TO SL2 INPUTS.
SET THE CD / PHONO
SWITCH ON THE SL2.
Step 1:
Connections
This Quick Start guide will get you the
basics. Still, we really want you to read
the manual.
4. Connect the LEFT and RIGHT DECK
OUTPUTS from the SL2 to Line-level
(CD) inputs on your mixer. You may
need to set a switch on your mixer
for Line-level input. Note: If Scratch
Live audio is excessively loud or
distorted, the SL2 OUTPUTS have been
connected to phono level inputs by
mistake.
5. Using the provided USB cable, connect
either USB on your SL2 to an available
USB 2.0 port on your computer.
Connect directly to your computer and
not through a hub or splitter.
1. Connect your CD players or turntables
to LEFT and RIGHT DECK INPUTS on
the SL2.
2. If you are using turntables, connect
their ground wires to either the ground
post on the SL2 or your mixer. Turntable
ground wires are important for Scratch
Live to run properly.
3. Set the INPUT to either CD or PHONO
with the switch on the SL2.
SL2 QUICK START

Serato SL2 Specifications

General

USB	USB 2.0
Sampling Rate	44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
Bit Depth	24-bit
Audio Interface	Yes
Inputs	2 x RCA
Outputs	2 x RCA
Software	Serato DJ
Supported Software	Serato DJ, Scratch Live
Compatibility	Windows, macOS

Summary

Connecting Your SL2 to Audio Sources and Computer

Connect Audio Sources

Connect CD players or turntables to SL2 inputs and set the CD/Phono switch.

Ground Turntables

Connect turntable ground wires to the SL2 or mixer for proper operation.

Connect SL2 Outputs to Mixer

Connect SL2 outputs to mixer line-level inputs to prevent distortion.

Connect SL2 to Computer

Connect SL2 to computer via USB 2.0 directly, avoiding hubs or splitters.

Installing Scratch Live Software and Drivers

Install Scratch Live on Mac

Install Scratch Live software on Mac using CD or download; plug in SL2 after installation.

Install Rane Device Drivers on Mac

Install optional Rane Device Drivers for Core Audio compatibility with other software.

Install Scratch Live on Windows

Install SL2 drivers and Scratch Live software on Windows via CD or download.

Rane Device Drivers Overview

Drivers enable SL2 as external sound card for other apps; used when Scratch Live isn't running.

ASIO Driver Control Panel (Windows)

Access the SL2 ASIO driver control panel via Windows Control Panel.

Core Audio Control Panel (Mac)

Access the SL2 Core Audio driver control panel via Mac System Preferences.

Calibrating Your SL2 System

Prepare for Calibration

Set up Virtual Deck, load track, adjust volume, and prepare turntables/CD players.

Perform Signal Estimation

Press and hold Estimate button, check readable signal percentage for proper calibration.

Adjust Scope Readings

Adjust L/R Balance and P/A Balance to achieve circular rings in the calibration scope.

Troubleshooting Sound Issues

Disconnect cables, check mixer line inputs, verify switch settings, and ensure waveform movement.

Scratch Live Keyboard Shortcuts

Computer Keyboard Shortcuts

Keyboard shortcuts for library navigation, track editing, and file management.

SP-6 Sample Player Shortcuts

Keyboard shortcuts for loading and playing samples in the SP-6 Sample Player.

Deck Control Shortcuts

Keyboard shortcuts for controlling deck modes, cue points, loops, and playback.