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What is a USB audio interface?
A plain-language explanation of what a USB audio interface does and who uses one. It connects to your computer over USB and converts analog audio into a digital signal for recording and playback.
Per saperne di piùA MIDI controller sends MIDI data to other gear or a computer so you can control parameters like volume, pan, and modulation. They come as keyboards, drum pads, wind controllers, and DJ controllers.
Per saperne di piùHow to register your Gemini controller, install VirtualDJ LE, and enter your keycode so you can start mixing.
Per saperne di piùVirtual DJ keeps shutting down
Virtual DJ LE shuts your controller down after 15 minutes when the license key isn't entered correctly. Enter your included key at startup or in the Config menu to fix it.
Per saperne di piùVirtual DJ keeps shutting down
If Virtual DJ shuts your controller off after about 10 minutes, your Virtual DJ LE license key probably was not entered correctly. Enter it at startup or in Config to run in full mode.
Per saperne di piùV-CASE: Import your Traktor collection into V-CASE
Moving from Traktor to Gemini V-CASE? Export your Traktor collection as an NML file and import it so your Beatgrids and Cue Points carry over.
Per saperne di piùHow to use Favorite Locations in V-CASE
Favorite Locations lets you pin the folders you use most so you can reach your music fast in V-CASE. Here is how to add one.
Per saperne di piùV-Case: How do I search my library?
Use the search field at the top of V-Case's left column to find tracks across every song attribute, then sort the results by title, artist, or any other field.
Per saperne di piùV-CASE: How to see more information about the selected track
Press the "i" button next to the track browser in V-CASE to open a window with more details about the highlighted track. You can also edit the track's information from that window.
Per saperne di piùMost Gemini media players support USB flash drives up to 32GB. Here's how to build a continuous playlist and load it onto the drive.
Per saperne di piùTT-1100USB: why is the volume from my turntable so low?
A turntable's magnetic cartridge outputs a signal well below line level, so it needs a phono preamp to play at normal volume. Here is where that preamp lives and how to add one.
Per saperne di piùTT-1100USB: where to find the drive belt on your belt-drive turntable
On the TT-1100USB the drive belt ships packed around the metal ring under the platter. Here's how to find it and install it if it shipped loose.
Per saperne di piùTT-1100USB: How do I balance the tonearm on my turntable?
Step-by-step instructions for balancing the tonearm and setting the tracking force on the Gemini TT-1100USB turntable after installing a cartridge.
Per saperne di piùHow to connect the TT-1100USB to a computer
The TT-1100USB has a class-compliant USB audio interface, so it works with any recording software with no driver install. Connect it and start recording.
Per saperne di piùHow to change the belt on the TT-1100USB
A quick step-by-step guide to replacing the drive belt on the Gemini TT-1100USB turntable, from removing the platter to looping the belt around the motor spindle.
Per saperne di piùSlate and Slate 4: Serato DJ setup guide
How to get your Gemini Sound Slate or Slate 4 running with Serato DJ Intro, including the ASIO drivers Windows users need.
Per saperne di piùSDJ-4000: why the audio loops when a track is paused
On the SDJ-4000, paused audio that loops means Vinyl mode is off. Silence when paused means Vinyl mode is on. Here is how to tell the difference and switch modes.
Per saperne di piùSDJ-4000: What is SCRUB and how do I use it?
The SCRUB strip below the jog wheel on the SDJ-4000 lets you move the playhead around a loaded track. Hold SHIFT and slide your finger to find the spot you want.
Per saperne di piùThe SDJ-4000 has three BPM modes that set how the BPM reads for each loaded track: Auto BPM, ID3, and Manual. Here's what each one does.
Per saperne di piùHow to use the SDJ-4000 as a MIDI controller
Connect the SDJ-4000 to your computer over USB and it shows up as a MIDI device you can map in your DJ software.
Per saperne di piùSDJ-4000: How do I update the firmware?
A step-by-step guide to updating the firmware on the Gemini SDJ-4000 DJ media player using a USB flash drive.
Per saperne di piùSDJ-4000: How do I record a set?
Recording a set on the Gemini Sound SDJ-4000 takes a USB drive and one button. Here are the steps.
Per saperne di piùSDJ-4000: How do I connect a turntable?
Connect a turntable to the Gemini SDJ-4000 by wiring its RCA output to an open channel, then set that channel's input to line or phono to match your turntable.
Per saperne di piùSDJ-4000: How do I adjust the beat grid for a track?
On the Gemini SDJ-4000, give a deck focus with shift plus its Load button, then use the BPM and grid controls to edit that deck's beat grid.
Per saperne di piùPMX-20: DVS controls for VirtualDJ
Set up DVS (Digital Vinyl System) control on the Gemini PMX-20 with VirtualDJ. Connect timecode players, enter DVS mode, and configure the software for playback and headphone cueing.
Per saperne di piùHow to install the Gemini Sound Traktor mapping for the PMX-10 mixer and what each control does in Traktor Pro 3.
Per saperne di piùInstall our mapping file to control Traktor Pro 3 with the PMX-10 mixer, and see how each knob, pad, and SHIFT function is assigned.
Per saperne di piùPMX-10: DVS controls for VirtualDJ
How to set up the Gemini PMX-10 as a DVS controller in VirtualDJ using timecode vinyl or CDs, including the preference settings you need.
Per saperne di piùMy unit is not reading my files on my flash drive
If your Gemini player will not read files from a USB flash drive, check the file format and where the files are stored. The CDM-4000 and CDMP-1500 read MP3 only, from the root folder.
Per saperne di piùMy device is not reading my files on my flash drive
If your Gemini player will not read a USB flash drive, the fix usually comes down to file format or folder location. Here is what to check.
Per saperne di piùSkipping discs usually come down to a dirty disc surface or old firmware. Here is how to clean the disc, run a cleaning CD, and update your player.
Per saperne di piùMIX2GO Android audio troubleshooting
Fix common audio problems when connecting your Gemini MIX2GO to an Android device. Includes a step-by-step guide and a downloadable PDF.
Per saperne di piùIs there a Sync function on my MDJ-1000?
The MDJ-1000 is the only Gemini unit with an onboard Sync function, using a Link/LAN Ethernet connection. Other MIDI units can sync tracks through DJ software.
Per saperne di piùGMX DRIVE: PC Traktor setup guide
How to connect the Gemini Sound GMX DRIVE to a Windows PC and configure it in Traktor, from powering on the unit to importing the GMX controller mapping.
Per saperne di piùGMX and GMX DRIVE: MIDI troubleshooting
How to activate a MIDI connection between your computer and the Gemini GMX or GMX DRIVE, plus software compatibility and Windows audio settings.
Per saperne di piùG2V and G4V: Traktor setup guide
Set up the Gemini G2V or G4V DJ controller with Native Instruments Traktor on Windows in about 10 minutes, from driver install to controller mapping.
Per saperne di piùNo sound from your Gemini G2V or G4V? Work through the master output and headphone output checks to get audio running again.
Per saperne di piùG2V, G4V: My serial number is not working for Virtual DJ
Virtual DJ LE activates with the license key on your CD sleeve or install card, not the G2V or G4V hardware serial number. Here is how to tell the two numbers apart.
Per saperne di piùG2V, G4V: Low volume output from RCA outs
The RCA outputs on the G2V and G4V run slightly quieter than the XLR outputs, which is normal. For professional setups, use the XLR connections.
Per saperne di piùDJ controller not recognized by my computer
If your Gemini DJ controller does not show up on your computer, work through the connection, driver, and software checks in this guide.
Per saperne di piùCDX-2250i: How do I program a playlist?
Save a set list into the Gemini CDX-2250i's memory using the PGM button so your tracks play in the order you want.
Per saperne di piùCDMP-7000 Virtual DJ setup guide
How to pair the Gemini Sound CDMP-7000 dual-deck media player with Virtual DJ on Windows. Install the ASIO drivers first, activate each deck, and set the mixer channels.
Per saperne di piùCDMP-7000 PC Traktor setup guide
Wire a Gemini CDMP-7000 to Traktor on a Windows PC. This guide covers drivers, MIDI, audio setup, output routing, and controller mapping step by step.
Per saperne di piùHow to update firmware on the CDMP-7000 and CDJ-700
Update the firmware on your Gemini CDMP-7000 or CDJ-700 from a USB flash drive in a few steps. CDMP-7000 owners update each deck separately.
Per saperne di piùCDM-4000BT: using the microphone inputs
The CDM-4000BT has two mic inputs but one shared volume knob, so both mics are always live at the same level. For independent control, use mics with built-in volume like the GMU series.
Per saperne di piùCDM-4000BT: Does my CDM-4000BT work with my computer?
The CDM-4000BT isn't a MIDI controller and won't run DJ software, but you can use it with a computer for playback and recording through the rear RCA line inputs. Here's what works and what doesn't.
Per saperne di piùCDM-4000BT: Can I connect turntables to the CDM-4000BT?
The CDM-4000BT needs line-level sources. A turntable with a line-level output connects directly, and a phono-only turntable works too once you add an external phono preamp.
Per saperne di piùCDJ-700 Virtual DJ setup guide
How to pair the Gemini Sound CDJ-700 with Virtual DJ on Windows. Install the ASIO drivers first, switch to MIDI mode, and route your audio, including running up to 4 decks.
Per saperne di piùSet up the Gemini Sound CDJ-700 with Native Instruments Traktor on Windows in about 10 minutes. Covers drivers, MIDI mode, audio, output routing, and controller mapping.
Per saperne di piùFix distorted sound through a DJ mixer, skipping or unreadable CD-R discs, and players that skip with every disc.
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