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Native Instruments traktor kontrol s5 User Manual

Native Instruments traktor kontrol s5
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Native Instruments traktor kontrol s5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sample rate96 kHz
Mixer sectionYes
Product colorBlack
Scratcher typeMagnetic tape scratcher
Frequency range20 - 20000 Hz
Built-in optical driveNo
Audio formats supportedAAC, AIFF, MP3, OGG, WAV, WMA
Number of mixer channels4 channels
USB version2.0
Headphone outputs2
USB connector typeUSB Type-B
USB ports quantity1
Apple docking compatibility-
Power supply typeAC
Mac operating systems supportedMac OS X 10.10 Yosemite, Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64
Cables includedUSB
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth322 mm
Width500 mm
Height66 mm
Weight3700 g

Summary

Welcome to the World of TRAKTOR KONTROL S5!

Document Conventions

Explains formatting and icons used in the manual for clarity and warnings.

Where to Start

Provides guidance on the recommended sequence for reading manual sections.

Using Your S5—Getting Started

Using the Browser

Learn to sort, preview, and load tracks into Decks using the Browser.

Playing Your First Track

Load and play a track, check audio outputs, and troubleshoot sound issues.

If You Don’t Hear the Track

Troubleshooting steps for no sound or low audio output from the system.

Mixing In a Second Track

Learn basic mixing by cueing, synchronizing, and blending tracks using the Crossfader.

Adjusting Levels

Understand the importance of setting mix levels correctly for optimal sound.

Switching Deck Focus

Learn how to switch between Decks A, B, C, and D for control.

Switching Deck View and Zooming

Toggle between Single View and Split View for deck display.

Using Cue Points

Work with HotCues for jumping to specific points within a track.

Adjusting Tempo

Learn to adjust track and global tempo using the TEMPO encoder.

Using Keylock

Uncouple pitch and tempo to preserve track key while adjusting tempo.

Using Your S5—Getting Advanced

Using Touch Strip

Utilize the Touch Strip for seeking, tempo bending, scratching, and backspinning.

Playing with Loops in HOTCUE Mode

Focus on S5's looping facilities within HOTCUE mode.

Using FREEZE Mode

Explore Freeze mode for splitting tracks into slices and triggering playback.

Using FLUX Mode

Activate Flux mode to maintain track progression during loops or cue jumps.

Remixing with Remix Decks

Learn to use Remix Decks for playing and performing with samples.

Adding FX

Learn the basics of using FX Units for creative sound processing.

Mixing Stem Files using Stem Decks

Load, play, and perform with Stem Files and Stem Decks.

Working with Beatgrids

Understand and correct Beatgrids for precise tempo and loop control.

Hardware Reference

Controller Overview

Provides an overview of the main areas of the controller's user interface.

Deck Components and Controls

Details deck interface elements like display, browse, modes, pads, touch strip, and transport controls.

FX Unit Details

Explains the FX Units, their assignments, and control parameters.

Mixer Layout and Operation

Covers mixer channels, main section, rear panel connections, and front panel features.

Adding External Audio Devices

Adding a Microphone

Connect and integrate a microphone into your performance workflow.

Adding a Line Level Audio Device

Connect and integrate external audio devices like MP3 players or CD players.

Preferences Pane in TRAKTOR

Restore Default Settings

Recalls all factory default settings for the TRAKTOR KONTROL S5.

Touch Controls Configuration

Configure behavior of touch controls like Auto Open Browser and FX Panels.

Calibrating Controls

Ensures controls allow adjustments over their full range and with maximum precision.

Stem Deck Behavior Settings

Define Stem Deck behavior for Stem Selectors and Stem Loading.

The S5 Audio Interface and Control Panel

Mac OS X Audio Settings

Adjust S5 audio interface settings, including latency, on Mac OS X.

Windows Control Panel Settings

Access and configure S5 audio interface settings via the Control Panel.

Using S5 with Other Applications

Configure the S5 audio interface for use with other music applications.

Setting Up as Default Audio Interface

Configure the S5 as the system's default playback device for all sounds.

Troubleshooting - Getting Help

General Troubleshooting Steps

Covers common issues like software not starting, crashes, and performance problems.

Software Updates and Getting Help Resources

Information on software updates, knowledge base, technical support, and user forum.

Technical Specification

Input/Output Connectors and Audio Specs

Details input/output connectors and audio specifications like sample rate and bit resolution.

Dimensions and Environmental Specs

Provides physical dimensions and environmental operating/storage specifications.

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