Rane SL3 QSG For Serato DJ
Rane SL3 QSG For Serato DJ
Rane SL3 QSG For Serato DJ
RANE SL3
INTERFACE
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FCC Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Rane Corporation could void the users
authority to operate the equipment.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numrique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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Copyright Notices
2013 Rane Corporation. All rights reserved. Serato DJ and Scratch Live are trademarks of Serato.
Trademarked in the United States and other countries. This software is based in part on the work of the
Independent JPEG Group, and uses libpng code, copyright 2000-2002 Glenn Randers-Pehrson. The
Serato NoiseMap Control Tone, the audio pressed on Serato Control vinyl and Control CDs, is copyright
2004-2013 Serato. The Control Vinyl and Control CDs are licensed for personal use only. The creation of
personal backups of the Control CD is allowed, however duplicating Control CDs for commercial benefit is
strictly prohibited. For avoidance of doubt the duplication or creation of Control vinyl for any use is strictly
prohibited. Please respect our copyright. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in
the United States and other countries. Apple, Mac, Macintosh, iTunes, Safari, QuickTime, GarageBand,
and OS X are registered trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the United States and other countries.
Check List
These items are included in the box:
1 SL3 hardware interface.
1 soft carry case for the SL3.
4 rubber feet for the SL3.
1 external power supply for the SL3.
1 Serato DJ software install disc.
1 USB cable.
4 stereo RCA cables.
2 control CDs.
2 control vinyl records.
1 Warranty card.
1 this manual.
Wear Parts
The SL3 Interface contains no wear parts. The control vinyl records and CDs are wear parts as described
in "Limited Warranties" on page 12.
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Contents
2Important Safety Instructions
2FCC Statement
2FCC Declaration of Conformity
3Copyright Notices
3Check List
3Wear Parts
5Software
5 Serato DJ Software Installation for Mac OSX
5 Serato DJ Software Installation for Windows
5 Serato Scratch Live
6Hardware
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System Overview
Connecting the SL3
Turntable Setup
CD Player Setup
Kensington Security Slot
Playing Regular Vinyl and CDs
Optional Power Supply
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Software
This section will help get you started. Refer to the Serato DJ manual for software operating instructions.
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Hardware
System Overview
The Serato control records and CDs are pressed with an audible tone specifically developed for
controlling the Serato DJ software application. The SL3 and Serato control records and CDs may also be
used with computers running Serato Scratch Live.
The SL3 interface converts the control signal coming from each deck into digital audio, to be sent via
USB to the Serato DJ software, which decodes that signal into a stream of information based on what
the DJ is doing with the control disc. A virtual deck replicates the movements of the control disc. Audio
files loaded onto the Virtual Decks are then played back through the outputs of the hardware, with any
manipulation of the control discs reproduced on the audio, effectively emulating vinyl control of the files
loaded in software.
USB
OPE
SH
PU
USE THE
POWER SUPPLY
TO KEEP AUDIO
IF THE USB IS
UNPLUGGED.
LOCK
CONNECT TWO
TURNTABLES OR CD
DECKS TO SL3 INPUTS.
AUX
OUT
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AUX
IN
IN
1
IN
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3. Outputs
Connect the Outputs of the SL3 to Line inputs on your
mixer. You may need to set your mixer's input switch to CD
or LINE (not PHONO). Connect the AUX output to another
line input or Aux input on your mixer to output the sample
player or a third deck.
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RIGHT
DECK
DIP SWITCHES
AUX
LEFT
DECK
RIGHT
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Turntable Setup
1. Set the tone arms to the specific recommendations of the cartridge used, so that the needle never
leaves the record, but not heavy enough that it heats up significantly. Both produce poor tracking.
2. Grounding is extremely important when using Serato DJ. Make sure you have good connections from
the ground wires of your turntables to the grounding post of your SL3 or your mixer. If you dont ground
your turntables properly, the control signal will be noisy and the record tracking position will be erratic.
3. Ensure the SL3 is set to receive a Phono level signal See step 2 of Connecting the SL3.
CD Player Setup
1. Disable all built-in effects on the CD player, including keylock/master tempo.
2. Ensure the SL3 is set to receive a CD level signal See step 2 of Connecting the SL3.
Power Supply
OPE
N
OPE
N
-(5.5mm) +(2.5mm)
The power supply is regulated 7.5 volts DC, 1amp, using a P6 type barrel plug. Any substitute must
meet these specifications.
-(5.5mm) +(2.5mm)
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LOCK
LOCK
Connect the barrel connector of the power supply to the 7.5 VDC jack on the SL3. Plug the power supply
into an AC outlet. The yellow Power indicator will light on the SL3.
The universal power supply includes different input plugs for the USA, Europe, UK and Australia. The
USA plug is attached at the factory you may need to replace it in your country.
To remove a plug, PUSH the button while turning the outer rim counterclockwise.
To attach a plug, rotate it to fit into the supply and turn clockwise until it locks in
place.
PU
SH
The power supply is regulated 7.5 volts DC, 1amp, using a P6 type barrel plug.
Any substitute must meet these specifications.
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ASIO (Windows)
The SL3 uses a low-latency, multi-client, ASIO device driver to interface with software applications
on Windows operating systems. Multi-client ASIO allows different audio software applications to
simultaneously stream audio to and from the SL3. If the same playback channel is selected in more than
one application, the driver mixes the audio from different applications before streaming it to the device.
The driver Control Panel may be launched from the Windows Control Panel. Select Start > Control
Panel > Rane SL3.
Control Panel
The Driver Control Panel supports:
Analog Input Source: for Aux, Left Deck and
Right Deck, the Input as selected on the SL3 is
indicated. The mode cannot be changed from
the control panel.
Phono Sensitivity: control appears as shown
in the panel above if Phono input is selected on
the mixer. Clicking on the down-arrow displays
a list of 16 sensitivity settings between 2.5 mV and 10 mV in 0.5 mV steps. Choose the setting that
most closely matches the level of a CD input or to the setting that provides the highest output without
clipping.
Output Source: can be set for independently for each of the three stereo outputs. Click the USB icon
for USB playback and the Analog button for analog THRU. Analog allows playback of regular vinyl and
CDs.
Buffer Size increases or decreases the USB driver buffer size. The SL3 drivers run very reliably at
latencies below 8 milliseconds. However, computer performance and available resources (number of
apps running) may adversely affect streaming audio. If pops and clicks are heard in USB audio, try
increasing the buffer size. In ASIO, total round-trip latency = buffer size + device latency. In Core Audio,
total round-trip latency = buffer size + software application latency + device latency. SL3 latency is 1.6
ms at 48 kHz and 1.8 ms at 44.1 kHz.
If the SL3 firmware on your computer is newer than installed in your SL3, the Update Device Firmware
panel is enabled. Pressing the Update Firmware button updates the SL3 firmware to the newer version
installed with your driver.
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Technical Specifications
All specifications typical unless otherwise stated
Computer interface
Converters
98 dB, A-weighted
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz -3, +0 dB
THD+N
Switchable
Line Input
Unbalanced RCA
...Gain
Unity
3 Vrms
Phono Input
Unbalanced RCA
Sensitivity
Adjustable 2.5 mV to 10 mV
Unit Size
Yellow Indicator
Yes
...Galvanic Isolation: Audio I/O is actively isolated from USB port and external power
...Auto-selects USB or external power without interruption
SL3 Unit: Size
Shipping: Size
14 x 14 x 4 (36 x 36 x 10 cm)
Weight
5 pounds (2 kg)
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Declaration of Conformity
Standard(s) to which
conformity is declared:
EN55103-1:2009
EN55103-2:2009
EN50581:2012
ENVIRONMENT E2
SERIAL NUMBERS 850000-950000
CE MARK WAS FIRST AFFIXED IN: 2008
Application of
Council Directives:
2004/108/EC
2002/96/EC
2011/65/EU
Manufacturer:
Rane Corporation
10802 47th Avenue West
Mukilteo WA 98275-5000 USA
This equipment has been tested and found to be in compliance with all applicable standards and
regulations applying to the EUs Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) directive 2004/108/EC. In order for
the customer to maintain compliance with this regulation, high quality shielded cable must be used for
interconnection to other equipment. Modification of the equipment, other than that expressly outlined
by the manufacturer, is not allowed under this directive. The user of this equipment shall accept full
responsibility for compliance with the EMC directive in the event that the equipment is modified without
written consent of the manufacturer. This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility
of Rane Corporation.
Type of Equipment: Professional Audio Signal Processing
Brand: Rane
Model: SL3
Immunity Results:
THD+N: 4 dBu, 400 Hz, BW 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Test Description
Measurement Conditions
RF Electromagnetic Fields Immunity
<-79 dB
80 MHz -1000 MHz, 1 kHz A/m
Magnetic Fields Immunity
<-62 dB
50 Hz - 10 kHz, 3.0 - 0.3 A/m
I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms
to the Directive(s) and Standard(s) shown above.
(Signature)
Compliance Engineer
(Full Name)
(Position)
Mukilteo WA USA
(Date)
(Place)
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Roy G. Gill
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Limited Warranties
Factory Authorized Service
Your unit may someday need to be serviced by the Rane Factory if you live in the USA. International customers should
contact your dealer or distributor for service. You must call the Rane factory before shipping. Please do not return your
unit to Rane without prior authorization.
To obtain service or a Return Authorization in the USA, please phone Rane Corporation at 425-355-6000, or fax Rane
at 425-347-7757.
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In order to qualify for Ranes one year extended warranty (for a total of 3 years parts and labor),
the warranty must be completely filled out and sent to us immediately. Valid in USA only.
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Technical Support
Support for Serato DJ and Scratch Live software is provided for the life of your Rane hardware. Several
support avenues are available:
Check the "support" tab at dj.rane.com.
Check the "support" tab at serato.com.
Phone support for USA customers from the Rane Factory at 425-355-6000 is only available 8:30 AM to
1PM and 2PM to 5PM Pacific Standard Time, Monday through Friday, closed on USA holidays.
International customers may receive phone support from your distributor during their business hours.
Contacts are under the "buy" tab at dj.rane.com.
Serato direct support by email is answered most non-holiday New Zealand weekdays, Monday through
Friday.
Serato direct support by a phone call to New Zealand is answered most non-holiday weekdays, Monday
through Friday 10AM to 6PM, New Zealand time. The phone number and office hours are at serato.com,
and a note at the bottom shows if the office is open or closed. From the USA or Canada, dial 011 first,
and then their number. Note that most cell phones are not able to call internationally, so use a land line.
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