Computer questions

[outrageous]

Ah, doesn't help when I got a message half way through.

I put it in another port, and it said "New Software Detected" so it automatically installed itself, I dunno that bit confused me..it didn't re-install itself though.

Anyway, I tried again and didn't work.

Now my Internet connection is dropping in and out, my computer is just going stupid. I think there could be some sort of virus in it, I keep getting alerts about it then try to run scans and stuff to see if anything is in it, and nothing comes up. I think its the same thing everytime too.

[Hubster]

Hmm something wierd is going on... I cant seem to write my post in, it either takes forever or I "dont have permission to access this page".

[Hubster]

Sounds like your computer is infected...

If you dont have Norton SystemWorks installed, then try using the Windows System File Checker by going into the Command Prompt (Start, Programs, Accessories, Command Prompt), and then type in without quotes "sfc /scannow" and then hit enter. It will scan your system for any protected files which have been altered.

You can then choose to reinstall those files off the Windows XP CD.

[outrageous]

I love you, you are great.

Haven't found anything bad on my computer yet, but i feel good scanning it

[Hubster]

HAHA well you gotta start somewhere Once you get used to doing things like this you'll be amazed at what you learn, you'll pick it up fast, and there's lots of ppl in this forum who know stuff too, so help is always at hand.

Let me know how you go, or just shout anyone in this thread I guess

[JausmetalJ]

Originally Posted by JausmetalJ

Ok, I have a Vamp2 that I got last week.

Ive hooked it up via USB through the MIDI IN/OUT (from the Vamp) and im using Acoustica Mixcraft. I have also loaded the cd, and in the control panel, it says its there and working.

I have made drum tracks in Acoustica Beatcraft.

Now, here is where my two problems come in.
1) I cant put the drumtracks from Beatcraft to mixcraft. I know how to save the file as a .WAV so I can put it into something like Audacity, but it won't go into mixcraft.

The file endings for beatcraft is .bcproj and when I go to open project (to import the drums) from Mixcraft the only files it looks for are .mxc and .sgp

2) I don't know how to set up the Vamp, so the sound goes straight from the vamp to the computer.

I have tried from Line out to line in on the computer. But nothing works.

Anyone know what could be the problem?

Everyone Ignored me first time ) :

Also, anyone know of a mac friendly video compressor?

I need to make something that is 59.9mb alot smaller so it doesn't take hours to upload to photobucket.

Anyone help?

[JausmetalJ]

Haha, yeah. You're right.

Know anything about the Compressor?

[FerretallicA]

Originally Posted by JausmetalJ

Ok, I have a Vamp2 that I got last week.

Ive hooked it up via USB through the MIDI IN/OUT (from the Vamp) and im using Acoustica Mixcraft. I have also loaded the cd, and in the control panel, it says its there and working.

OK maybe I'm completely missing the point of what you're trying to do but why would you want to connect your PC to the MIDI port on your VAmp? That sounds completely useless. The only things you'd want to send MIDI data for would be if you're using the pedal as a pure MIDI controller with no effects or modelling (highly unlikely) or if you want to record in MIDI format (in which case the VAmp isn't going to help you, you need either a MIDI pickup or an audio-to-MIDI pedal which are usually dodgy).

Hook up the Line Out on the VAmp to a Line In or Microphone port on your PC. Go to the Start Menu, click "Run" and enter "sndvol32" and press enter. You'll see the Windows mixer. Depending on the version of Windows you're using, go to the "Options" menu, select "Properties", select the "Recording" option, make sure all of the items below are checked (unless you know exactly what you're doing) and click "OK". You'll be back at the mixer window with a whole bunch of sliders and checkboxes. Slide them all up to the top for full volume. You should hear whatever comes out of your VAmp coming out of your PC speakers now. If not, stop here and post again.

Look for something named "Microphone", "Line In", "Line/Aux" or similar. Play a note and try sliding the corresponding dial up and down- whichever one changes the volume of the sound coming out of your speakers is the input you're after. For example, with mine it's the "Line In 2/Aux 2" channel. Make sure the checkbox under that slider is ticked so that's the signal which will be sent to any programs requesting audio input through the Windows mixer. Now you should be able to record in pretty much most programs. Again, if it doesn't work stop here and post again.

Originally Posted by JausmetalJ

The file endings for beatcraft is .bcproj and when I go to open project (to import the drums) from Mixcraft the only files it looks for are .mxc and .sgp

Try entering "*.bcproj" as the filename when you're looking for files to import.

[FerretallicA]

Originally Posted by JausmetalJ

Haha, yeah. You're right.

Know anything about the Compressor?

Sorry man, I have way too much self respect to use a Mac.

[Cooee]

Just going back to virus scanners for a minute, for those of you like me who don't want to pay for virus protection on your home computer, there are several freebies out there that you can use.

I personally use AVG as my resident (i.e. always running) scanner. Resident means that whenever you open a file or make changes to it, etc, the virus scanner will quickly scan that file to make sure that it isn't infected. It can be downloaded from http://free.grisoft.com and will check for updates daily. It has also saved me several times

If you don't feel like installing the above and only want to do a once off scan, you can run scans directly through your browser. Two you might like to check out are Trend Micro's Housecall (http://housecall.trendmicro.com/) or Panda Software's ActiveScan (http://www.pandasoftware.com/activescan/). These can be very dependant on your browser, so if you are having problems with them you should probably try another browser.

There are a lot of other freebies out there. Some are better than others, so be careful what you choose. A good indicator is to search for reviews through Google or some other search engine.

If you are interested in securing your computer, you may also want to look for a good anti spyware / malware / adware, etc scanner along with a firewall.

Also be aware that every time you add one of these scanners to your computer, it will permanently slow you down a tad unless you uninstall/disable the real time scanner (some are better than others). It really is a bit of a balancing act (i.e. don't go crazy installying everything you can get your hands on - the age old Security vs. Performance vs. Functionality problem ). Only install what you think you need!

Also, adding a firewall on your computer can stop network based things (i.e. multiplayer games) from working depending on how well the thing is written. Some will automatically adjust for your games, others will ask if you want to allow the game to able to communicate, and others will just sit there looking stupid waiting for you to figure out that its the firewall thats stopping your game from working and making you manually configure it.