VLOG #052 – Wanted to make a quick video showing how easy it is to control vmix with a xKeys controller. We will be using the xKeys controller on our live show tomorrow when we interview Martin Sinclair. The xKey’s 124 key USB controller with T-Bar is from PI Engineering http://xkeys.com/index.php and they have amazingly affordable USB based video production equipment. Visit their website to learn more!

Quick Tips – Once the XKey’s controller is plugged into your Windows computer allow ample time for the drivers to load. The first time you use the xKeys controller do not use a USB extension or USB Hub. USB devices in-line can provide issues with drivers actually installing. On Windows 7 we found that the drivers can take up to 15 minutes to install.

When setting up the xKey’s controller with custom stickers we found it quite easy to pull off the keys. Once the key has been pulled off the device there is a top layer you can pull off and insert your sticker. Once the sticker is inside your key you can snap it back on and put the entire key back on the xKey unit.

vMix Integration – As explained in our video it is very easy to set up the vMix shortcuts once the drivers have been loaded. BUT, do not start vMix until the drivers have been completely loaded or else you will have to restart the program. Finally, for set up all you need to do is go to the vMix “Settings” and select “shortcuts” to start mapping your keys. If vMix is not seeing your keys when you click “find” then try restarting the program and making sure the drivers have been completely loaded.

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