Basic questions I didn't find an answer for

[djdave]

Thanks in advance. I just got my Macbook Pro and downloaded the trial Kjams pro. So far so good, just a few questions.
1.When I insert a disc, it opens I-Tunes, can I shut that off?
2.My built in drive is HL-DT-ST-DVDRW GS23N. It says it won't work, try anyway, and it appears to work fine, both with playback and 3 song burns to my hard drive.
Will this drive correct bad discs, and can I turn off the warning/try anyway message?
3.is one database better then any other?
4. How do I adjust the quality/bits per sec. of my rips. With external hard drives so cheap, i think the highest quality burns may be the way to go.
5. Does anyone recommend a specific laptop/mixer case/
Thanks again,
DJDave

[dave]

Thanks in advance.

You're welcome, in advance.

1.When I insert a disc, it opens I-Tunes, can I shut that off?

http://karaoke.kjams.com/wiki/Ripping
look under "details"

2.My built in drive is HL-DT-ST-DVDRW GS23N. It says it won't work, try anyway, and it appears to work fine

then you're all set!

both with playback and 3 song burns to my hard drive.

please understand the words you are using:
http://karaoke.kjams.com/wiki/Glossary
i think you mean "rip"?

Will this drive correct bad discs

in fact it will. it fixes "glitchy" graphics and creates more pristine discs. see:
http://karaoke.kjams.com/wiki/Compare

and can I turn off the warning/try anyway message?

just check the "don't warn me again" check box

3.is one database better then any other?

I presume you mean the online MetaData databases. KJPro™ is the best one. but first try the other three.

4. How do I adjust the quality/bits per sec. of my rips.

again: http://karaoke.kjams.com/wiki/Ripping under "details"

5. Does anyone recommend a specific laptop/mixer case

MacBook Pro with utterly maxed ram. I got a Motu UltraLite and it rocks.

[djdave]

Thanks for the quick response,and the heads-up on the Motu.
I was wondering about a protective case for my gear that offers a good workspace and ease of set-up and breakdown.

[dave]

yep i don't know about that. someone else will have to chime in here?

[Sedge]

I use cases from Gator, and a laptop stand from Stanton.

Gator cases:
http://www.gatorcases.com

Laptop Stand:
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Stanton-DJ-UB ... d/12169385

[dave]