Setup guide

1 Welcome to the TRAKTOR KONTROL X1!
Dear Native Instruments customer,
Thank you for purchasing the TRAKTOR KONTROL X1, and for your continued trust in Native
Instruments products.
The TRAKTOR KONTROL X1 is a portable and professional TRAKTOR software controller for
DJ's. The TRAKTOR KONTROL X1 provides the following features:
▪ Seamless TRAKTOR integration.
▪ HotCue control over track position, pitchbend, loops, and effects.
▪ Superior buttons and knobs provide the feeling of high-end hardware.
▪ RGB backlit HotCue buttons for comprehensive visual feedback.
▪ High resolution proprietary TRAKTOR NHL protocol, superior to MIDI.
▪ MIDI functionality for hardware or software that supports the MIDI standard.
▪ Lightweight, robust housing with slim, ultra-portable form factor – fits perfectly alongside
a standard club mixer.
▪ Expandable – connect two TRAKTOR KONTROL X1s to control four Decks and four Ef-
fects units.
1.1
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The goal of this manual is to swiftly get you orientated with the key components, and functions
of the TRAKTOR KONTROL X1. Although you will no doubt be keen to get straight into the mix
with your new device, it is recommended that you take some time to read through this manual,
and follow the instructions and tutorials where prompted to achieve the best results. This man-
ual will also provide some scope for the more advanced uses of the TRAKTOR KONTROL X1.
Welcome to the TRAKTOR KONTROL X1!
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