Traktor Kontrol S2 Setup Guide - Native Instruments

1 Setup GuideThe information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent acommitment on the part of Native Instruments GmbH. The software described by this docu-ment is subject to a License Agreement and may not be copied to other media. No part of thispublication may be copied, reproduced or otherwise transmitted or recorded, for any purpose,without prior written permission by Native Instruments GmbH, hereinafter referred to as Na-tive Instruments . Native Instruments , NI and associated logos are (registered) trademarks of Native Instru-ments , Mac OS, GarageBand, Logic, iTunes, iPod, iPad, OSX, are registered trademarks of AppleInc, registered in the and other countries. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark ofCisco in the and other countries, where it is used under , Windows Vista and DirectSound are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporationin the United States and/or other other trade marks are the property of their respective owners and use of them does not im-ply any affiliation with or endorsement by them.

2 Document authored by: Native Instruments GmbHSoftware version: (09/2013) Special thanks to the Beta Test Team, who were invaluable not just in tracking down bugs, butin making this a better product. Disclaimer GermanyNative Instruments GmbHSchlesische Str. 29-30D-10997 USAN ative Instruments North America, Sunset Boulevard5th FloorLos Angeles, CA JapanNative Instruments KKYO Building 3 FJingumae 6-7-15, Shibuya-ku,Tokyo Native Instruments GmbH, 2013. All rights reserved. Contact Table of Contents1 Welcome to the Traktor Kontrol S2 Setup Guide ..7 Is Included in the Box? ..7 Conventions ..82 Software Installation ..9 Before Installing ..9 on Mac OS X ..9 and Start the Installation Program ..9 the Components to Install ..10 Your Password ..12 the Installation ..12 on Windows ..13 and Start the Installation Program ..14 the Features to Install.

3 14 the Application Installation Path ..15 Your Hardware Drivers ..16 the Software Installation ..173 Product Activation with Service Center ..18 Your Product Online ..18 Service Center ..18 In Into Your User Account ..19 the Product ..20 the Online Activation ..21 Your Product ..22 Updates ..22 the Updates ..23 Your Download Folder ..24 Table of Contents Traktor Kontrol S2 - Setup Guide - 4 the Updates ..25 Your Product Offline ..25 the Offline Activation ..26 the Activation Request File ..27 the Serial Number ..28 the Activation Request File ..29 the Activation Return File ..30 the Offline Activation ..31 Information ..324 Using the S2 with Your Computer ..33 the S2 to Your Computer ..33 on the Device ..34 Headphones ..35 an Amplification System ..36 Preparations ..37 the Traktor Software on Your Computer.

4 385 Using the S2 with Your iOS Device ..39 the S2 to Your iOS Device ..40 the Power Supply ..40 Headphones ..42 an Amplification System ..42 Preparations ..43 the Traktor DJ App ..446 What's Next? ..457 Troubleshooting and FAQ ..46 Folder Not Found by an Update Installer ..46 Clicks and Drop-outs When Playing Tracks ..46 Troubleshooting Resources ..46 Table of Contents Traktor Kontrol S2 - Setup Guide - Base / Online Support / Readme ..47 ..48 ..489 Product Returns ..49 Table of Contents Traktor Kontrol S2 - Setup Guide - 61 Welcome to the Traktor Kontrol S2 Setup Guide Thank you for purchasing the Traktor Kontrol S2. On behalf of the entire Native Instru-ments team, we hope you are truly inspired by this product. This Setup Guide covers the fol-lowing topics: How to install the Traktor software on your computer How to activate your Traktor version using the Service Center application How to connect the devices and get your Traktor Kontrol S2 system up and running How to make use of your iOS device with the Traktor Kontrol S2 How to proceed once your Traktor Kontrol S2 system is up and running How to solve common problems, and where to find further product Is Included in the Box?

5 The Traktor Kontrol S2 box contains the following items: The Traktor Kontrol S2 A power supply A USB cable A Native Instruments iOS cable A registration flyer with your Traktor PRO 2 software serial number, your TRAKTORKONTROL S2 hardware serial number, and a link to the hardware registration page, whereyou can register your hardware and download the Traktor software A safety instructions flyerWelcome to the Traktor Kontrol S2 Setup GuideWhat Is Included in the Box? Traktor Kontrol S2 - Setup Guide - 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 canbe expected:Whenever this exclamation mark icon appears, you should read the corresponding notecarefully and follow the instructions and hints given there if light bulb icon indicates that a note contains useful extra information.

6 This informa-tion may often help you to solve a task more efficiently, but does not necessarily apply tothe Setup or operating systems you are using; however, it's always worth a , the following formatting is used: Text appearing in (drop-down) menus (such as , Save ) and paths to locationson your hard drive or other storage devices is printed in italics. Text referring to elements appearing on the screen (labels of buttons, controls, text nextto 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 thisformatting 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 to the Traktor Kontrol S2 Setup GuideDocument Conventions Traktor Kontrol S2 - Setup Guide - 82 Software Installation Before Installing Before starting the Traktor software installer, here are some points to be aware of: Make sure you have downloaded the Traktor software to your computer by following the in-structions on the registration page: you have already registered your device but need to download the installer again, youcan find the relevant downloads in the "My Account" section of the NI website: Please carefully review the installer screens and the suggested installation paths in order toavoid that any unwanted folders are created on your hard disk.

7 Moving any folders related to Native Instruments software after installation is not recom-mended. Future software updates rely on the directory locations set during initial on Mac OS X At the end of the installation process, you will need to restart your computer. Please save yourwork and close all applications before and Start the Installation Program 1. Locate and unpack the downloaded installer package file on your Double-click the Traktor 2 file to start the installation Follow the on-screen InstallationRead Before Installing Traktor Kontrol S2 - Setup Guide - the Components to Install After you have accepted the software license agreement, the installer window displays thecomponents available for installer screen also contains information about how much disk space the individual com-ponents will components selection screen of the installation Installation: This installs the Traktor software along with its documentation.

8 This com-ponent cannot be deselected. It also installs the Service Center application (required for acti-vation of your product) and the Controller Editor application, which allows you to configure thecontroller s MIDI assignments for using the controller with other applications than InstallationInstallation on Mac OS X Traktor Kontrol S2 - Setup Guide - 10 Audio 8/4/2 DJ Drivers: This installs drivers for the AUDIO 8 DJ, AUDIO 4 DJ and AUDIO 2 DJaudio interfaces by Native Instruments . If you do not intend to use any of these audio interfa-ces, you can deactivate the Kontrol S2: This installs the driver for the Traktor Kontrol S2 controller. If you donot intend to use a Traktor Kontrol S2 controller on your computer, you can deactivatethe Audio 2/6/10 Drivers: This installs the drivers for the Traktor AUDIO 2, TRAKTORAUDIO 6 and Traktor AUDIO 10 audio interfaces by Native Instruments .

9 If you do not in-tend to use any of these audio interfaces, you can deactivate the Kontrol X1: This installs the driver for the Traktor Kontrol X1 controller. If you donot intend to use a Traktor Kontrol X1 controller on your computer, you can deactivatethe ComponentsThese components are not displayed in the installer window, but are installed depending onyour system configuration:Controller Editor: The Controller Editor application allows you to configure your controller foruse as a MIDI controller with applications other than the Traktor software. This componentwill automatically be installed unless a newer version of Controller Editor already exists on Center: The Service Center application is required for activation of the Traktor soft-ware. It will be installed independent of the selected drivers (unless a newer version of ServiceCenter already exists on your computer).

10 It is strongly recommended to install the Traktor software to the default location. If you stillneed to change the install location, click on the folder icon in the Location column and selectthe desired folder. After you have customized the installation as required, click Continue and then follow theon-screen InstallationInstallation on Mac OS X Traktor Kontrol S2 - Setup Guide - Your Password Before installing the selected components, the installer will prompt you to enter your Mac OS Xpassword. This is a standard behavior on Mac OS X that makes sure you are aware of thechanges the installer is about to Mac OS X user account you are using needs to have Administrator Mac OS X password prompt. To proceed, enter your password and click OK. The selected components will be the Installation After the components have been installed, you need to restart your InstallationInstallation on Mac OS X Traktor Kontrol S2 - Setup Guide - 12 The final screen of the installation program.