Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol Z2

Table of Contents
1 Welcome to the TRAKTOR KONTROL Z2! ......................................................................
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1.1 Document Conventions ............................................................................................................... 9
1.2 Names and Pet Names for Software and Hardware .................................................................... 10
1.3 The TRAKTOR KONTROL Z2 Documentation At a Glance .............................................................. 10
1.3.1 The Setup Guide ........................................................................................................ 10
1.3.2 The TRAKTOR KONTROL Z2 Manual ............................................................................ 10
1.3.3 The TRAKTOR Manual ................................................................................................ 10
1.3.4 The Controller Editor Manual ..................................................................................... 11
2 System and Power Requirements ................................................................................
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2.1 Power Requirements ................................................................................................................... 12
2.2 Software System Requirements .................................................................................................. 12
3 Using the Z2 as a Stand-alone DJ Mixer (Direct Mode) ................................................
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3.1 Connectivity ................................................................................................................................ 13
3.2 Connecting The Z2 ...................................................................................................................... 14
3.3 Adding a Microphone Or Other Audio Source ............................................................................... 15
3.4 Using the Channel EQs and Filters ............................................................................................. 16
4 Using the Z2 with TRAKTOR (TRAKTOR Mode) .............................................................
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4.1 Basics ........................................................................................................................................ 17
4.1.1 Connecting the Z2 ..................................................................................................... 17
4.1.2 Browsing and Loading ............................................................................................... 18
4.1.3 Duplicating Tracks from Deck to Deck ....................................................................... 19
4.1.4 Starting and Stopping Decks ..................................................................................... 19
4.1.5 Deck Volume Controls and Crossfader ....................................................................... 20
4.1.6 Adjusting Gain ........................................................................................................... 21
4.1.7 Pre-listening .............................................................................................................. 22
4.2 Creating Loops and BeatJumping ............................................................................................... 23
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