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DJ CyderPRO InfinityModeratorMember since 2003
I've compiled a list of the most common mistakes I've seen people make with VDJ.


1. Not dedicating a machine for DJ use.

2. Running asio, wdm latencys greater then the processor can handle

3. Overloading usb devices

4. Making major system changes just before an event

5. Not making sure drivers and o/s are current

6. Not having backup

7. Not reading the forums, or user guide

8. Not asking for help before posting complaints

9. Not making a backup of your install file

10. Not keeping serial numbers in a safe place
 

Posted Sun 01 Apr 07 @ 7:50 pm
dj_cashPRO InfinityMember since 2004


2. Running asio, wdm latencys greater then the processor can handle


are you talking about the buffersize or the bitrate?
and how do I know that my processor can't handle it?

nice list btw.. I've done many of the mistakes :p
 

Posted Sun 01 Apr 07 @ 8:03 pm
DJ CyderPRO InfinityModeratorMember since 2003
If you are getting clicks and pops in your audio output chances are you are running too fast for the hardware.
 

Posted Sun 01 Apr 07 @ 8:11 pm
djcelPRO InfinityModeratorMember since 2004
11. My computer is the most powerfull computer on the Earth so my computer can't have problems ;-)

(this one is the best for me)
 

Posted Sun 01 Apr 07 @ 10:02 pm
TexZKPRO InfinityMember since 2005
12. I haven't bought a 1:1 transformer (or a ground loop remover) in order to isolate the system from ground loops.
 

Posted Sun 01 Apr 07 @ 10:20 pm
djsherzPRO InfinityMember since 2006
13. Using a dodgy cracked version off Limewire, then coming on here to complain when something doesn't work properly...
 

Posted Sun 01 Apr 07 @ 11:00 pm
djcelPRO InfinityModeratorMember since 2004
djsherz wrote :
13. Using a dodgy cracked version off Limewire, then coming on here to complain when something doesn't work properly...

Oh yes of course :-)
 

Posted Sun 01 Apr 07 @ 11:00 pm
djsherz wrote :
13. Using a dodgy cracked version off Limewire, then coming on here to complain when something doesn't work properly...



But.....but.......but

The readme file in the crack.exe said it would work perfectly......

On my machine with, 100 processes running, 3 worms, 15 trojans, and 145 varriants of spyware.
 

Posted Sun 01 Apr 07 @ 11:12 pm
djcelPRO InfinityModeratorMember since 2004
14. My browser freezes

Well yes it's normal you only have one folder with 100 000 songs inside. You have time to take a coffee during the listing of all the files in the folder ;-)
 

Posted Mon 02 Apr 07 @ 12:44 am
15. Not looking both ways before crossing the street.
 

Posted Mon 02 Apr 07 @ 10:22 am
i never have these problems ,i'm using chuck's patented bass o matic video controller ...... (workin' out the mapper right now) ............
 

Posted Mon 02 Apr 07 @ 12:15 pm
listen2PRO InfinityMember since 2005
I can see this list growing into the top 50+ mistakes done by vdj users. :)
 

Posted Mon 02 Apr 07 @ 3:03 pm
DJ Marcel_1 wrote :
djsherz wrote :
13. Using a dodgy cracked version off Limewire, then coming on here to complain when something doesn't work properly...



But.....but.......but

The readme file in the crack.exe said it would work perfectly......

On my machine with, 100 processes running, 3 worms, 15 trojans, and 145 varriants of spyware.


LOL!!!
 

Posted Mon 02 Apr 07 @ 3:19 pm
So this is how we are right now:

Serious List

  1. Not dedicating a machine for DJ use.
  2. Running ASIO; WDM latency is greater, then the processor can handle.
  3. Overloading USB devices.
  4. Making major system changes just before an event.
  5. Not making sure that the drivers and o/s are current.
  6. Not having backup of music files.
  7. Not reading the forums, or user guide.
  8. Not asking for help before posting complaints.
  9. Not making a backup of your install file.
  10. Not keeping serial numbers in a safe place.
  11. Not bought a 1:1 transformer (or a ground loop remover) in order to isolate the system from ground loops.
  12. Unique folder for thousand of files


Funny List

  1. My computer is the most powerfull computer on the Earth so my computer can't have problems ;-)
  2. Using a dodgy cracked version off Limewire, then coming on here to complain when something doesn't work properly...
  3. Not looking both ways before crossing the street.
 

Posted Mon 02 Apr 07 @ 3:25 pm
Not having enough cooling for your box...personally I havge three fans at the back of the casing & one under each drive. My box runs very cool nowadays, I wonder why :-?
 

Posted Fri 06 Apr 07 @ 2:45 pm
DJ Cyder wrote :
I've compiled a list of the most common mistakes I've seen people make with VDJ.
1. Not dedicating a machine for DJ use.

We should have one dedicated notebook specifically for DJ use?
 

Posted Fri 06 Apr 07 @ 3:22 pm
metiznPRO InfinityMember since 2005
SpeedDemond29 wrote :
DJ Cyder wrote :
I've compiled a list of the most common mistakes I've seen people make with VDJ.
1. Not dedicating a machine for DJ use.

We should have one dedicated notebook specifically for DJ use?



that minimizes possible errors/crashes
 

Posted Fri 06 Apr 07 @ 4:02 pm
Good to know, thanks guys :-)
 

Posted Fri 06 Apr 07 @ 4:45 pm
How about people that
1. Have a machine dedicated for DJ use.

2. Do not have to worry about asio because they do not use tcv and are not video disc jockeys.

3. Have more than 3 powred usb devices to connected to powered usb hubs because vdj supports these devices.

4. Do not make major system changes just before an event...or is installing a vdj update a major system change?

5. Makes sure drivers and o/s are current.

6. Have backup options.

7. Makes a daily habit of reading the forums and "user guide"

8. Asks for help before posting complaints....or is posting your experience a complaint?

9.Making a backup of your install file

10.keeping serial numbers in a safe place

11.Just wants vdj to be the Alpha and Omega of his/her dj rig. Beats their chest and say LOOK AT ME! I Use VDJ
 

Posted Fri 06 Apr 07 @ 5:00 pm
13. Thinking that automix means you can leave the booth for more time than it takes to scoot to a restroom, find a girl with her own kneepads, or go fight with a customer who's girl DID bring her own kneepads.



and on the funny side...

dissin' a mac.

sorry Con.. i HAD too!

my brother bought himself a mac, but we make sure he washes his hands afterward.
 

Posted Fri 06 Apr 07 @ 6:09 pm
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