pern
Just want to share something i tested with VDJ that works really well as an "Controller".
First i took a standard Numeric keypad and that i programmed to controll the standard
features. I set it up to work on"Active Deck" and use the Enter key to swith that.
Then i bought a Griffin Powermate to use as jogwheel. This is really cool and of high
quality. It can be used in both left-right, push left-push right for different functions.
You can also click and double click to controll whatever you want. You program it
just like VDJ by assigning it to different keys.
BUT - It generates keystrokes that VDJ can't read. So i had to write a small mapper
program to fix that. Nothing strange about that, There are 2 different ways to
generate and read keystrokes in Windows and VDJ use one and the Powermate the other.
It can be hard to find in stores but i found it in my local Apple Store.
It isn't really good for scratching, but for every other use it works just great.
"Jog wheel"
http://www.griffintechnology.com/products/powermate/
Numeric Keypad:
http://www.trust.com/products/product.aspx?artnr=14522
First i took a standard Numeric keypad and that i programmed to controll the standard
features. I set it up to work on"Active Deck" and use the Enter key to swith that.
Then i bought a Griffin Powermate to use as jogwheel. This is really cool and of high
quality. It can be used in both left-right, push left-push right for different functions.
You can also click and double click to controll whatever you want. You program it
just like VDJ by assigning it to different keys.
BUT - It generates keystrokes that VDJ can't read. So i had to write a small mapper
program to fix that. Nothing strange about that, There are 2 different ways to
generate and read keystrokes in Windows and VDJ use one and the Powermate the other.
It can be hard to find in stores but i found it in my local Apple Store.
It isn't really good for scratching, but for every other use it works just great.
"Jog wheel"
http://www.griffintechnology.com/products/powermate/
Numeric Keypad:
http://www.trust.com/products/product.aspx?artnr=14522
Posted Wed 01 Feb 06 @ 2:53 pm
acw_dj
pern,
Interesting information, thanks for the input. It's another options to work with vdj :-)
Interesting information, thanks for the input. It's another options to work with vdj :-)
Posted Wed 01 Feb 06 @ 6:26 pm
JeremK
i like the keypad idea, so we can have alot of functions with only one hand.
Posted Wed 01 Feb 06 @ 7:09 pm
vpcdj
if it was big enough to scratch with and for less than $100 it would be a hot buy. [coz the keyboard can be shortcutted to act as a mixer].
Posted Wed 01 Feb 06 @ 7:58 pm
listen2
i posted this one a while back $40 don't seem bad at all, the jog wheel has a spring loaded outer ring and inner is free moving, not so many buttons but you can make do http://www.sirentechnology.co.uk/pages/products/items/shuttle_xpress/summary.htm
Posted Wed 01 Feb 06 @ 8:15 pm
Partyman
Have you figured out how to make the Griffin control the crossfader, and or video fader? A few people had tried previously and failed. Will you share the mapper you wrote?
Posted Wed 01 Feb 06 @ 8:26 pm
DJ Picks
yes please, i have been trying to make the powermate work forever
Posted Wed 01 Feb 06 @ 9:01 pm
DJ Picks
please post your little program... we're salivating here.....
I so want to use this thing as a video crossfader!
-Steve
I so want to use this thing as a video crossfader!
-Steve
Posted Thu 02 Feb 06 @ 3:36 am
Yeah, could you share your little program? I would loved it..
Posted Thu 11 May 06 @ 3:27 pm
pern
I haven't had time to finish the Powermate "mapper" due to a lot of work at the moment. But i can do it if others are interested in also.
Posted Mon 15 May 06 @ 6:06 pm
tunic
Hi,
I think this controller was mentioned in another thread but I cant find it at the moment:
http://www.microwarehouse.co.uk/catalogue/item/CDMCSX?speedtrapid=froogle&lead=froogle
Has anyone actually used it and is it possible to use two of them on one PC? This might be the best option for me at the moment as I don't want to pay out for an XP10 at the moment and not keen on the look/feel of the DJ console.
Pern - did you say you had a mapper for this one too? I notice this is supported by the Mac DJ program (DJ1800 I think it is called).
Feedback/thoughts?
I think this controller was mentioned in another thread but I cant find it at the moment:
http://www.microwarehouse.co.uk/catalogue/item/CDMCSX?speedtrapid=froogle&lead=froogle
Has anyone actually used it and is it possible to use two of them on one PC? This might be the best option for me at the moment as I don't want to pay out for an XP10 at the moment and not keen on the look/feel of the DJ console.
Pern - did you say you had a mapper for this one too? I notice this is supported by the Mac DJ program (DJ1800 I think it is called).
Feedback/thoughts?
Posted Tue 16 May 06 @ 12:06 am
pern
I haven't tested that one, but my mapper is generic and should work with any hardware that sends keystrokes to other applications.
I noticed that "jojoabellan" have the Shuttle pro controller on the set-up image. So, i assume it works with VDJ ;-)
http://www.virtualdj.com/forums/49853/General_Discussion/Show_us_your_gear_-_for_inspiration_and_ideas_to_others.html?page=1
I noticed that "jojoabellan" have the Shuttle pro controller on the set-up image. So, i assume it works with VDJ ;-)
http://www.virtualdj.com/forums/49853/General_Discussion/Show_us_your_gear_-_for_inspiration_and_ideas_to_others.html?page=1
Posted Tue 16 May 06 @ 7:52 am
tunic
Hi Pern,
Have you posted your mapper? I'm keen to try this device out but don't want to part with my money until I know I have a chance of making it work ;o)
Cheers,
Have you posted your mapper? I'm keen to try this device out but don't want to part with my money until I know I have a chance of making it work ;o)
Cheers,
Posted Tue 16 May 06 @ 12:46 pm
pern
I will finish it this week .
Posted Wed 17 May 06 @ 7:56 am
tunic
Excellent - no rush on my behalf though. I am away for 3 weeks from Sunday (going to Cyprus for my wedding + honeymoon).
Thanks
Thanks
Posted Wed 17 May 06 @ 4:26 pm
pern
Posted Wed 17 May 06 @ 4:31 pm