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Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 Welcome to the TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1! ...................................................................... 6 1.1 1.2 1.3 2 System and Power Requirements ................................................................................ 9 2.1 2.2 3 Power Requirements ................................................................................................................... 9 Software System Requirements .........................................................
Table of Contents 4.1.6 4.1.7 5 TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Hardware Reference ................................................................ 20 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 6 FX Mode ..................................................................................................................... 18 Triggering Deck Playback or Pause in TRAKTOR DJ .................................................... 19 Introduction ........................................................................................................
Welcome to the TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1! Document Conventions 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 interface, 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.
Welcome to the TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1! Naming Convention ▪ 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.
Welcome to the TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1! The TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Documentation at a Glance 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.
System and Power Requirements Power Requirements 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 connection. 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.
Using the Z1 with TRAKTOR Key Z1 Functions Using TRAKTOR 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 functionality.
Using the Z1 with TRAKTOR Key Z1 Functions Using TRAKTOR 3.1.1 Deck Volume Controls and Crossfader The Z1 is essentially a two-channel mixer controller. The two channel faders control the volume of Decks A and B in the TRAKTOR software. The crossfader allows you switch between the output of Deck A and Deck B. Therefore, If the crossfader is all the way to the left, you will only hear Deck A (if the volume fader of A is turned up).
Using the Z1 with TRAKTOR Key Z1 Functions Using TRAKTOR Auto-Gain can be activated in the preferences via Mixer > Level > Set Autogain When Loading Track. Refer to the TRAKTOR manual for further information on Auto-Gain. 3.1.3 Headphone Cueing The CUE VOL knob located on the top panel of the Z1 adjusts the volume levels of the headphone output. The CUE MIX knob determines whether you hear the main mix only, the cue channel only, or both signals in your headphones.
Using the Z1 with TRAKTOR Key Z1 Functions Using TRAKTOR Notice that when both channel faders are down, there is no signal at all coming through the headphones. 6. Move the crossfader from one side to the other to hear the main mix in the headphone cue. Remember that no matter what mix you are hearing in your headphones, the main mix is still controlled by the crossfader and channel faders. 3.1.
Using the Z1 with TRAKTOR Key Z1 Functions Using TRAKTOR The dual function of the FILTER | FX knob i.e. effects, can only be activated when using TRAKTOR DJ. The dual function of the FILTER | FX knob i.e. effects, can only be activated when using TRAKTOR DJ. 3.1.5 Triggering Deck Playback or Pause in TRAKTOR The Z1 can be utilized to trigger either the playback, or pausing of a corresponding Deck (A & B) within TRAKTOR. This useful function can be achieved in the following way: 1. 2.
Using the Z1 with TRAKTOR DJ Key Z1 Functions Using TRAKTOR DJ 4 Using the Z1 with TRAKTOR DJ The TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 is designed to work with the TRAKTOR DJ app on iOS devices. In this section we will describe the Z1's key functions when using it with the TRAKTOR DJ app. The iOS devices referred to here are the iPad, iPhone and the iPod touch. The iPhone app is known as TRAKTOR DJ for iPhone.
Using the Z1 with TRAKTOR DJ Key Z1 Functions Using TRAKTOR DJ 4.1.1 Deck Volume Controls and Crossfader The Z1 is essentially a two-channel mixer controller. The two channel faders, therefore, control the volume of Decks A and B in TRAKTOR DJ. If the crossfader is all the way to the left, you will only hear Deck A (if the volume fader of A is turned up). If it is all the way to the right, you will hear Deck B (if its volume control is turned up).
Using the Z1 with TRAKTOR DJ Key Z1 Functions Using TRAKTOR DJ 7. Press the Cue button B below the CUE MIX knob. The button lights up, indicating that Deck B is now sent to the Cue channel, which you now hear in the headphones. Note that now, no matter where you move the crossfader, you will still hear Deck B, because its cue is on. 1. Press Cue button B again to toggle it off and press Cue button A. You will now hear the track playing on Deck A, no matter what position the crossfader is in.
Using the Z1 with TRAKTOR DJ Key Z1 Functions Using TRAKTOR DJ 4.1.5 Filter Mode With the FILTER mode enabled, the FILTER | FX knob operates much like a standard filter. Turning the knob clockwise cuts the low end frequencies, whereas turning counterclockwise cuts the high end. ► To operate the FILTER function, press the ON button so it illuminates blue. 4.1.6 FX Mode The second function on the FILTER | FX knob controls the FX parameter of the Z1.
Using the Z1 with TRAKTOR DJ Key Z1 Functions Using TRAKTOR DJ 4.1.7 Triggering Deck Playback or Pause in TRAKTOR DJ The Z1 can be utilized to trigger either the playback, or pausing of a corresponding Deck (A & B) within TRAKTOR DJ. This useful function can be achieved in the following way: 1. 2. Pressing MODE + CUE (A or B) in the Headphone and Cue Control area, will trigger playback of the corresponding Deck in TRAKTOR DJ.
TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Hardware Reference Introduction 5 TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Hardware Reference 5.1 Introduction This chapter details the use of each element on your TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1. Like any audio hardware, it is a good idea to get familiar with the Z1 in order to make the most of it. 5.
TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Hardware Reference Rear Panel 5.2.1 DC Power Power socket input at the rear of the Z1 Power Socket: Plug in the provided DC plug to the rear panel of the Z1. If you are using the Z1 with TRAKTOR on your computer, the device will be powered by the USB connection. 5.2.2 USB Connection The USB connection on the rear panel of the Z1 The USB connection will either connect the Z1 to your computer or iOS device.
TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Hardware Reference Rear Panel 5.2.3 OUTPUT Section The MAIN OUT on the rear of the Z1 The Z1's MAIN OUT section on the rear panel is where you can connect your amplification system. The output level is controlled by the MAIN knob on the top panel. MAIN OUT ▪ Unbalanced RCA: The RCA output allows simple connectivity for an amplification system. 5.2.4 Kensington Lock Port The Kensington lock port on the rear panel.
TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Hardware Reference Front Panel 5.3 Front Panel The front panel of the Z1 PHONES Section You can connect a pair of headphones to the Z1 via the 3.5mm (or 1/8-inch) stereo headphone plugs. The headphone input can be located on the front panel of the Z1. Adjust the level for the headphones via the HP VOLUME knob on the Z1's top panel.
TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Hardware Reference Top Panel 5.
TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Hardware Reference Top Panel 5.4.1 MAIN Knob The MAIN knob located on the top panel ▪ The MAIN volume knob adjusts the volume of the Z1's MAIN OUT located on the Z1's rear panel. 5.4.2 GAIN Knobs A Deck's GAIN knob on the top panel. These knobs control both TRAKTOR's User-Gain level and the Z1's internal direct gain simultaneously. Note that these knobs only control the gain of Decks A and B. It is not possible to control the channel gain of Tracks C and D directly from the Z1.
TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Hardware Reference Top Panel The Z1's EQ knobs HI-EQ Knobs The HI-EQ knobs control the high equalizer band of the associated channel in the TRAKTOR software. The center position corresponds to 0dB and provides no boost or cut to the hi-band frequencies. MID-EQ Knobs The MID-EQ knobs control the mid-range band of the associated channel in the TRAKTOR software. The center position corresponds to 0dB and provides no boost or cut to the mid-band frequencies.
TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Hardware Reference Top Panel 5.4.4 Filter Knobs The FILTER Knob The two FILTER knobs give you a one-knob control of a pair of perfectly matched filters: a lowpass (turning to the left of the center position) and a high-pass (turning to the right of the center position) filter. Like the EQ knobs, the center position corresponds to 0dB and has no effect on the sound. 5.4.
TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Hardware Reference Top Panel 5.4.6 Headphone and Cue Control Area The headphone control area on the Z1. ▪ CUE VOL (headphone volume) knob: Use this knob to adjust the headphone volume level on your Z1. Headphone volume output is off when the knob is turned all the way counterclockwise and it is at its fullest when the knob is turned all the way clockwise. ▪ CUE MIX (headphone cue mix) knob: This knob directly adjusts the cue mix.
TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Hardware Reference Top Panel 5.4.7 Volume Faders and Crossfader The volume faders and the crossfader. Channel Volume The channel volume faders control the volume of the associated channel. The channel volume faders control only Decks A and B in TRAKTOR. It is not possible to assign decks C and B to the Z1's channel faders. Crossfader The crossfader lets you mix between channels A and B.
TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 Hardware Reference Top Panel 5.4.8 Level Meters The level meters in between the volume faders on the top panel. The Z1's level meters are located right above the crossfader. They show the individual decks' pre fader output.
Appendix The Z1's Preferences in TRAKTOR 6 Appendix 6.1 The Z1's Preferences in TRAKTOR The TRAKTOR preferences contain a section dedicated to the TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1. Open the TRAKTOR preferences either by clicking the cogwheel symbol in the software's upper right corner, or via File > Preferences... > TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1.
Appendix The Z1's Preferences in TRAKTOR There are four areas with Z1 specific settings here: Restore Default, Calibration, LEDs, MIDI Mode. See the following sections for further description: 6.1.1 Restore Default The Restore Default area in the Z1 preferences. Click this button to restore all Z1 settings to the factory settings. 6.1.2 Calibration The Calibration area in the Z1 preferences. Use these controls if your Z1's controls appear to have decalibrated.
Appendix The Z1's Preferences in TRAKTOR Set the Z1's LEDs On State Brightness and Dim State Percentage with these sliders. The On State Brightness refers to how bright the buttons are illuminated when in their on state. The Dim State Percentage refers to the level of brightness the buttons will show whilst in the standby state. 6.1.4 MIDI Mode The MIDI Mode area of the Z1's preferences.
Index Index A E A and B Headphone Cue Buttons [28] EQ [25] Additional Controllers [14] HI-EQ Knobs [26] Auto-Gain level [11] LOW-EQ Knobs [26] MID-EQ Knobs [26] C Channel Gain Adjusting Channel Gain in TRAKTOR [11] F Filter Mode In TRAKTOR [13] Adjusting Channel Gain in TRAKTOR DJ [16] Channel Volume [29] Compatibility issues [9] Crossfader [29] In TRAKTOR DJ [18] Filter Type [13] FX Mode in TRAKTOR DJ [18] CUE MIX knob [28] G CUE VOL [28] Gain adjusting [11] D GAIN knobs [25] Documenta
Index K T Key Functions Using TRAKTOR DJ Top Panel [24] Deck Volume Controls & Crossfader [15] TRAKTOR Preferences [31] LEDs [33] L MIDI enable [33] Level Meters [30] M Restore Default [32] TRAKTOR DJ iOS Devices [15] MAIN knob [25] MAIN OUT [22] Triggering Deck Playback In TRAKTOR [14] MIDI Controller In TRAKTOR DJ [19] Enable [14] P U Power requirements [9] User-Gain level [11] S System requirements [9] TRAKTOR KONTROL Z1 - Manual - 35
