Native Instruments TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Manual de usuario
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Table of Contents
1 Welcome to the TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1! ......................................................................6
1.1 Document Conventions ............................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Naming Convention .................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 The TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Documentation at a Glance .............................................................. 7
1.3.1 The Setup Guide ........................................................................................................ 7
1.3.2 The TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Manual ............................................................................ 7
1.3.3 The TRAKTOR Manual ................................................................................................ 8
2 System and Power Requirements ................................................................................9
2.1 Power Requirements ................................................................................................................... 9
2.2 Software System Requirements .................................................................................................. 9
3 Using the Z1 with TRAKTOR .......................................................................................10
3.1 Key Z1 Functions Using TRAKTOR ............................................................................................... 10
3.1.1 Deck Volume Controls and Crossfader ....................................................................... 11
3.1.2 Adjusting Channel Gain ............................................................................................. 11
3.1.3 Headphone Cueing .................................................................................................... 12
3.1.4 Filter Mode ................................................................................................................. 13
3.1.5 Triggering Deck Playback or Pause in TRAKTOR ......................................................... 14
3.1.6 Using the TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 as a MIDI Controller ............................................... 14
3.1.7 Using Additional Controllers ...................................................................................... 14
4 Using the Z1 with TRAKTOR DJ ...................................................................................15
4.1 Key Z1 Functions Using TRAKTOR DJ ........................................................................................... 15
4.1.1 Deck Volume Controls and Crossfader ....................................................................... 16
4.1.2 Adjusting Channel Gain ............................................................................................. 16
4.1.3 Headphone Cueing .................................................................................................... 16
4.1.4 FILTER | FX Modes ...................................................................................................... 17
4.1.5 Filter Mode ................................................................................................................. 18
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4.1.6 FX Mode ..................................................................................................................... 18
4.1.7 Triggering Deck Playback or Pause in TRAKTOR DJ .................................................... 19
5 TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Hardware Reference ................................................................20
5.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 20
5.2 Rear Panel .................................................................................................................................. 20
5.2.1 DC Power ................................................................................................................... 21
5.2.2 USB Connection ......................................................................................................... 21
5.2.3 OUTPUT Section ......................................................................................................... 22
5.2.4 Kensington Lock Port ................................................................................................. 22
5.3 Front Panel ................................................................................................................................. 23
5.4 Top Panel .................................................................................................................................... 24
5.4.1 MAIN Knob ................................................................................................................. 25
5.4.2 GAIN Knobs ................................................................................................................ 25
5.4.3 EQ (HI, MID, LOW) ..................................................................................................... 25
5.4.4 Filter Knobs ............................................................................................................... 27
5.4.5 Mode button .............................................................................................................. 27
5.4.6 Headphone and Cue Control Area .............................................................................. 28
5.4.7 Volume Faders and Crossfader .................................................................................. 29
5.4.8 Level Meters .............................................................................................................. 30
6 Appendix ..................................................................................................................31
6.1 The Z1's Preferences in TRAKTOR ............................................................................................... 31
6.1.1 Restore Default ......................................................................................................... 32
6.1.2 Calibration ................................................................................................................ 32
6.1.3 LEDs .......................................................................................................................... 32
6.1.4 MIDI Mode .................................................................................................................. 33
Index ........................................................................................................................34
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1 Welcome to the TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1!
Thank you for purchasing the TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1.
The TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 is a fully integrated TRAKTOR mixer controller and audio inter-
face, giving you hands-on control over the mixing experience when using either the TRAKTOR
software on your computer or the TRAKTOR DJ app on an iOS device. The controller is both a
professional and portable solution for your DJ requirements.
The purpose of this TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 manual is to achieve the following:
▪Provide you with the required information to get your TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 up and run-
ning with TRAKTOR.
▪Explain how the key features of the TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 operate when using either
the TRAKTOR software, or the TRAKTOR DJ application.
▪Help you understand the function of each component on the TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 de-
vice.
1.1 Document Conventions
This document uses particular formatting to point out special facts and to warn you of poten-
tial issues. The icons introducing the following notes let you see what kind of information can
be expected:
Whenever this exclamation mark icon appears, you should read the corresponding note
carefully and follow the instructions and hints given there if applicable.
This light bulb icon indicates that a note contains useful extra information. This informa-
tion may often help you to solve a task more efficiently, but does not necessarily apply to
the setup or operating systems you are using; however, it's always worth a look.
Furthermore, the following formatting is used:
▪Text appearing in (drop-down) menus (such as Open…, Save as…) and paths to locations
on your hard drive or other storage devices is printed in italics.
Welcome to the TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1!
Document Conventions
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▪Text referring to elements appearing on the screen (labels of buttons, controls, text next
to checkboxes, etc.) is printed in light blue. Whenever you see this formatting applied,
you will find the same text appearing on your computer screen.
▪Text referring to elements printed on hardware is formatted orange. Whenever you see this
formatting applied, you will find the same text appearing on the hardware.
▪Important names and concepts are printed in bold.
►Single instructions are introduced by this play button type arrow.
→Results of actions are introduced by this smaller arrow.
1.2 Naming Convention
In this manual, we often refer to the TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 also as the "KONTROL Z1," or
simply the "Z1." Likewise, the included TRAKTOR LE2 software will most often just be referred
to as "TRAKTOR."
1.3 The TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Documentation at a Glance
1.3.1 The Setup Guide
The TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Setup Guide is available on the TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 registra-
tion page of the Native Instruments website www.native-instruments.com/go-z1. It will guide
you through the software and hardware installation of your TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1. This
should be your first step before going any further.
1.3.2 The TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Manual
After reading the Setup Guide and following its instructions, you should be ready to go. The
next step is to read this document, the TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Manual. The Manual will
teach you how to use your Z1 in combination with the TRAKTOR software options. A general
hardware reference (↑5, TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Hardware Reference) also provides an explan-
ation for each and every element on the device.
Welcome to the TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1!
Naming Convention
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1.3.3 The TRAKTOR Manual
For in-depth information on all features provided by the TRAKTOR software, please refer to the
TRAKTOR Manual. You can access the TRAKTOR Manual via the Open Manual… entry from
the Help menu in the TRAKTOR software.
Welcome to the TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1!
The TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Documentation at a Glance
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2 System and Power Requirements
2.1 Power Requirements
When using the Z1 with your computer, the device will be powered by the standard USB con-
nection. In the scenario of using the Z1 with your iOS device, the included 15V/1.2A power
adaptor is required to power the mixer.
2.2 Software System Requirements
For the minimum system requirements your computer needs to meet, see the TRAKTOR speci-
fications section of the Native Instruments website:
http://www.native-instruments.com/en/products/traktor/dj-software/traktor-pro-2/specifications/.
To check the compatibility with several operating systems, please have a look at: http://
www.native-instruments.com/compatibility.
System and Power Requirements
Power Requirements
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3 Using the Z1 with TRAKTOR
In this chapter, we will describe how the Z1's key functions operate when using TRAKTOR. For
more information on getting the Z1 up and running with TRAKTOR software on a computer,
refer to the Setup Guide. For information on using the Z1 with TRAKTOR DJ on an iOS device,
refer to section ↑4, Using the Z1 with TRAKTOR DJ.
Refer to the TRAKTOR Manual in case you are uncertain about specific TRAKTOR func-
tionality.
The Z1 is a two-channel mixer controller. Therefore, some of the control possibilities are
limited to only Decks A and B and are not available for Decks C and D.
A Word about TRAKTOR…
If you are not already a proficient TRAKTOR user, you might want to refer to the TRAKTOR
Manual as you read this chapter. If you are completely new to TRAKTOR, it is a good idea to
work through some of the tutorials in the TRAKTOR Manual, or the TRAKTOR Getting Started
guide—they can be an enjoyable way to quickly learn how to use TRAKTOR effectively!
We assume that you have a basic understanding of many TRAKTOR concepts such as Decks,
Deck Flavors and configurations, looping, cue points, and so on. In addition, you should under-
stand how TRAKTOR's mixer and effects (FX) work.
Of course, you can operate the Z1 without using TRAKTOR's rich feature set. But you will cer-
tainly be rewarded for taking a little time to learn more about the TRAKTOR software so that
you can get the most out of the Z1 as well.
3.1 Key Z1 Functions Using TRAKTOR
Although you are no doubt eager to get straight into mixing with the Z1, we recommend taking
a few minutes to familiarize yourself with how the Z1's key functions operate when you are us-
ing TRAKTOR.
Using the Z1 with TRAKTOR
Key Z1 Functions Using TRAKTOR
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