DAPAudio Core Kontrol D2 manual
DAPAudio Core Kontrol D2 is a professional DJ controller that allows you to control your digital music library and mix tracks with ease. With its intuitive layout and powerful features, the Core Kontrol D2 is perfect for both beginners and experienced DJs alike.
The Core Kontrol D2 features two decks, each with a jog wheel, pitch fader, and transport controls. You can use the jog wheels to scratch, cue, and beatmatch tracks, while the pitch faders allow you to adjust the speed of each deck. The transport controls let you play, pause, stop, and cue tracks.
In addition to the deck controls, the Core Kontrol D2 also has a mixer section. The mixer section features a crossfader, EQ controls, and a gain knob for each channel. You can use the crossfader to blend between the two decks, while the EQ controls allow you to adjust the tone of each track. The gain knobs let you control the volume of each channel.
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MANUAL
ENGLISH
Core Kontrol D2
V.1
Ordercode: D1261
Highlite International B.V. – Vestastraat 2 – 6468 EX – Kerkrade – the Netherlands
Core Kontrol D2
Table of contents
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Warning
Unpacking Instructions
Immediately upon receiving this product, carefully unpack the carton and check the contents to ensure that all parts are present, and have been received in good condition. Notify the dealer immediately and retain packing material for inspection if any parts appear damaged from shipping or the carton itself shows signs of mishandling. Save the carton and all packing materials. In the event that a fixture must be returned to the factory, it is important that the fixture be returned in the original factory box and packing.
Your shipment includes:
• DAP Kontrol D2
• USB cable (1,75 m)
• CD with Virtual DJ LE software
• User manual
Safety Instructions
Every person involved with the installation, operation and maintenance of this system has to:
• be qualified
• follow the instructions of this manual
Before you initial start-up, please make sure that there is no damage caused by transportation.
Should there be any, consult your dealer and do not use the system.
To maintain perfect condition and to ensure a safe operation, it is absolutely necessary for the user to follow the safety instructions and warning notes written in this manual.
Please consider that damages caused by manual modifications to the system are not subject to warranty.
This system contains no user-serviceable parts. Refer servicing to qualified technicians only.
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IMPORTANT:
The manufacturer will not accept liability for any resulting damages caused by the non-observance of this manual or any unauthorized modification to the system.
Never remove warning or informative labels from the unit.
Never leave any cables lying around.
Do not connect this system to a dimmerpack.
Do not switch the system on and off in short intervals, as this would reduce the system’s life.
Do not open the device and do not modify the device.
Do not drive the inputs with a signal level bigger, than required to drive the equipment to full output.
Only use system indoor, avoid contact with water or other liquids.
Avoid flames and do not put close to flammable liquids or gases.
Make sure you don’t use the wrong kind of cables or defective cables.
When using a power adapter, make sure that the available voltage is not higher than stated on the rear panel.
Please turn off the power switch, when changing the power adapter or signal cable.
Extreme frequency boosts in connection with a high input signal level may lead to overdriving your equipment. Should this occur, it is necessary to reduce the input signal level by using the INPUT control.
To emphasize a frequency range, you don’t necessarily have to move its respective control upward; try lowering surrounding frequency ranges instead. This way, you avoid causing the next piece of equipment in your sound path to overdrive. You also preserve valuable dynamic reserve
(“headroom”)
Avoid ground loops! Always be sure to connect the power amps and the mixing console to the same electrical circuit to ensure the same phase!
If system is dropped or struck, disconnect the power supply or USB cable immediately. Have a qualified engineer inspect for safety before operating.
If the system has been exposed to drastic temperature fluctuation (e.g. after transportation), do not switch it on immediately. The arising condensation water might damage your system. Leave the system switched off until it has reached room temperature.
If your Dap Audio device fails to work properly, discontinue use immediately. Pack the unit securely
(preferably in the original packing material), and return it to your Dap Audio dealer for service.
Repairs, servicing and electric connection must be carried out by a qualified technician.
For replacement use fuses of same type and rating only.
Operating Determinations
This system is not designed for permanent operation. Consistent operation breaks will ensure that the system will serve you for a long time without defects.
If this system is operated in any other way, than the one described in this manual, the product may suffer damages and the warranty becomes void.
Any other operation may lead to dangers like short-circuit, burns, electric shock, etc.
You endanger your own safety and the safety of others!
Improper installation can cause serious injuries and damage of property !
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Return Procedure
Returned merchandise must be sent prepaid and in the original packing, call tags will not be issued.
Package must be clearly labeled with a Return Authorization Number (RMA number). Products returned without an RMA number will be refused. Highlite will not accept the returned goods or any responsibility.
Call Highlite 0031-455667723 or mail [email protected]
and request an RMA prior to shipping the fixture.
Be prepared to provide the model number, serial number and a brief description of the cause for the return. Be sure to properly pack fixture, any shipping damage resulting from inadequate packaging is the customer’s responsibility. Highlite reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace product(s). As a suggestion, proper UPS packing or double-boxing is always a safe method to use.
Note: If you are given an RMA number, please include the following information on a piece of paper inside the box:
01) Your name
02) Your address
03) Your phone number
04) A brief description of the symptoms
Claims
The client has the obligation to check the delivered goods immediately upon delivery for any shortcomings and/or visible defects, or perform this check after our announcement that the goods are at their disposal. Damage incurred in shipping is the responsibility of the shipper; therefore the damage must be reported to the carrier upon receipt of merchandise.
It is the customer's responsibility to notify and submit claims with the shipper in the event that a fixture is damaged due to shipping. Transportation damage has to be reported to us within one day after receipt of the delivery.
Any return shipment has to be made post-paid at all times. Return shipments must be accompanied with a letter defining the reason for return shipment. Non-prepaid return shipments will be refused, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Complaints against us must be made known in writing or by fax within 10 working days after receipt of the invoice. After this period complaints will not be handled anymore.
Complaints will only then be considered if the client has so far complied with all parts of the agreement, regardless of the agreement of which the obligation is resulting.
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Description of the device
Features
The Kontrol D2 is a DAP audio Core series Midi controller with a built-in 4 channel soundcard.
• Pro quality jogwheel
• Needle drop control
• Seamless loop control
• Smart loop buttons
• Loop multiplier and divider
• Hot cue buttons
• 3 band EQ with kill function
• USB interface
• Plug & Play functionality
• Includes Virtual DJ LE software
• Headphones output
• Microphone input
• 2 built-in soundcards
Overview
Deck A
Mixer
Deck B
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Deck A/B
Cue 1 button
Cue 2 button
Cue 3 button
Shift button
Smart loop 2 button
Reverse button
Loop in button
Sync button
Cue button
Set cue button
Play/pause Button
Effect select button
Parameter 1/filter Control
Effects on/off button
Parameter 2/key control
Sampler volume control
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Needle drop sensor
Pitch button
Pitch range indicator
Key lock button
Pitch control fader
Sample /rec button
Loop length indicator
Pitch bend + button
Pitch bend - button
x½/x2 switch
Scratch button
Smart loop 4 button
Loop out button
Smart loop 8 button
Reloop button
Jogwheel
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Mixer
Track select encoder
Load A button
Channel 1 gain control
Channel 1 high control + kill LED
Channel 1 mid control + kill LED
Channel 1 low control + kill LED
Cue 1 button
Channel 1 fader
Cross fader slope switch
Cross fader
Load B button
Back button
Channel 2 gain control
Channel 2 high control + kill LED
Master control
Channel 2 Mid Control + kill LED
Cue mix control
Channel 2 Low Control + kill LED
Cue 2 button
Channel 2 Fader
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Frontside
53) Mic input jack (6,3 mm)
54) Mic volume control
Backside
55) Headphones volume control
56) Headphones output jack (6,3 mm)
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57) DC In 5V 500mA
58) USB B connector
59) Master output unbalanced RCA
Installation
60) RCA/XLR select switch
61) Master output balanced XLR
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Remove all packing materials from the Kontrol D2. Check that all foam and plastic padding is removed.
Connect all cables.
Always disconnect from electric mains power supply before cleaning or servicing.
Damages caused by non-observance are not subject to warranty.
Set Up and Operation
Before plugging the unit in, always make sure that the power supply matches the product specification voltage. The power supply is printed on the back of the device.
You can power the Kontrol D2 either by the USB connector or by an optional DC5V/1A adapter in case your computer’s USB interface is not able to provide sufficient power.
Connection:
01) Make sure your computer’s USB interface can provide 500mA, otherwise use the optional D1262 power adapter.
02) Connect the Kontrol D2 to your mixer/amplifier using the proper cables.
CAUTION: Be sure that the mixer/amplifier’s power is off, when connecting the cables.
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Names and Functions
Below is a description of the functions of the controls.
Deck Functions
01) Cue 1 Button
The Kontrol D2 allows you to store up to three hot cue points per deck. See pages 13/14: ”7. Setting a
hot cue point in pause mode” and “2. Setting a hot cue point in play mode”.
02) Cue 2 Button
The Kontrol D2 allows you to store up to three hot cue points per deck. See pages 13/14: “7. Setting a
hot cue point in pause mode” and “2. Setting a hot cue point in play mode”.
03) Cue 3 Button
The Kontrol D2 allows you to store up to three hot cue points per deck. See pages 13/14: “7. Setting a
hot cue point in pause mode” and “2. Setting a hot cue point in play mode”.
04) Shift button
Pushing and holding this button gives you access to the secondary functions of the: parameter
1/filter (13) encoder, parameter 2/key (15) encoder, sample
reverse/bleep (06) button
05) Smart loop 2 button
Tapping this button starts a 2 beat loop.
/rec (22) button and
06) Reverse button
Use this button to toggle the reverse mode on or off. In reverse mode, current track will be played backwards.
07) Loop in
This button allows you to set the start point of a loop.
08) Sync button
Automatically matches the corresponding deck’s tempo with the other deck’s tempo.
09) Cue button
Push the cue button during playback to return to the position at which playback started.
10) Set cue button
This button will set the cue at the desired position. It will also return the audio to the last set cue position. Holding this button will also allow the user to preview the cue point until the button is released.
11) Play/pause button
This button allows you to toggle between pause mode and playback mode.
12) Effects select button
Tapping this button allows you to select between the available effects. The included Virtual DJ LE software gives you access to the seven effects as shown below.
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13) Parameter 1/filter control
The Parameter 1 and 2 controls allow you to adjust effect parameters. Not all the effects require two parameter controls. Push and hold the shift (04) button to adjust the filter frequency.
14) Effect on/filter on button
This button toggles the effect processor on or off, while pushing and holding the shift (04) button.
The effect on allows you to toggle the filter function on or off.
15) Parameter 2/key control
The Parameter 1 and 2 controls allow you to adjust effect parameters. Note that not all the effects require two parameter controls, while pushing and holding the shift (04) button.
It allows to change the key of a song while the tempo remains unchanged.
16) Sampler volume control/select button
Allows you to adjust the sampler volume level.
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17) Needle drop sensor
The needle sensor gives you a graphic visualization of the playing time of a current song. Touching the sensor has the same effect as lifting up the pickup arm of a conventional turntable and lowering it somewhere else on the record. E.g. touching the needle drop sensor in the middle will continue playback in the mid of the song.
18) Pitch button
This button allows you to select the maximum range for the pitch control fader.
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19) Pitch range indicator
Indicates the selected pitch range setup with the pitch (18) button.
20) Keylock button
Allows you to toggle the Keylock mode on or off. In Keylock mode, the pitch fader allows you to change the tempo of the song played back while the key of the song stays unchanged.
21) Pitch control fader
Use this fader to adjust pitch. Slide up to decrease pitch, slide down to increase pitch.
22) Sample /rec Button
This button allows you to play/pause playback of a recorded sample.
While pushing and holding the shift (04) button this button allows you to start/stop sample recording.
23) Loop length indicator
Indicates the length of a smartloop setup with the smart loop 2 (05), smart loop 4 (28), smart loop 8
(30) buttons and x½/x2 (26) switch.
24) Pitch bend + button
The track speeds up while this button is pushed. Release the button to return to the original BPM.
25) Pitch bend – button
The track slows down while this button is pushed. Release the button to return to the original BPM.
26) x½/x2 switch
Allows you to divide or multiply a smartloop length by 2.
27) Scratch
This button allows you to select or deselect scratch mode for the jogwheel. If the scratch mode is not selected, the jogwheel is in jog mode.
28) Smart loop 4 button
Tapping this button starts a 4 beat loop.
29) Loop out
This button allows you to set the endpoint of a loop.
30) Smart loop 8 button
Tapping this button starts an 8 beat loop.
31) Reloop button
This button allows you to either exit or call the Loop playback.
32) Jogwheel
While not in scratch mode, the jogwheel allows you to speed up or slow down.
In scratch mode the jog wheel can be used for scratch effects.
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Mixer Functions
33) Track select encoder
Depending on the browser panel (see page 22) you are in, you can use the encoder to select a certain track or folder. Confirm your choice by pressing the encoder.
34) Load A button
Pushing this button loads the selected track in deck A and activates the cue function for channel 1.
The cue 1 (39) button will light up.
35) Channel 1 gain
The gain control allows you to adjust the input-sensitivity for a channel and thus optimally match the incoming signals to the mixer’s internal operation level.
36/37/38) Channel 1 equalizer section (HI / MID / LOW)
Use the 3-band equalizer to adjust tone for each channel by using the Hi, Mid and Low controls. Push a control to kill (mute) the corresponding band.
39) Cue 1 button
Tapping this button will allow the audio from that channel to be cued in the headphones. Selecting cue 1 will deselect cue 2. Please ensure that headphones volume (55) is not completely turned down.
40) Channel 1 fader
The fader controls the volume of the corresponding channel.
41) X-Fader slope switch
Allows you to select the response (cut/linear) of the cross fader.
42) Cross fader
The crossfader allows you to mix smoothly from one source to another (only when both faders are up).
43) Load B button
Pushing this button loads the selected track in deck B.
44) Back button
This button in combination with the track select (33) encoder allows you to navigate through the browser panels. See page 13: “01) Selecting folders” and “02) Selecting tracks”
45) Channel 2 gain
The gain control allows you to adjust the input-sensitivity for a channel and thus optimally match the incoming signals to the mixer’s internal operation level.
46/48/50) Channel 2 equalizer section (HI / MID / LOW)
Use the 3 band equalizer to adjust the tone for each channel by using the Hi, Mid and Low controls.
Push a control to kill (mute) the corresponding band.
47) Master Level
Use to adjust the volume level of the master RCA (60) or the master XLR (61) outputs.
Note: This is an analog control and does not send MIDI commands.
49) Cue mix control
Allows the user to hear mixed audio of the monitor (cue) audio and the program (master) audio in the headphones. When the control is rotated to the left only the cue audio will be heard, when rotated to the right, only the program audio will be heard.
Note: This is an analog control and although it does send MIDI commands, this control is not represented in the Virtual DJ LE software GUI.
51) Cue 2 button
This button will allow the audio from that channel to be cued to the headphones. Please ensure that
headphones volume (55) control is not turned down completely.
52) Channel 2 fader
The fader controls the volume of the corresponding channel.
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Front Functions
53) Microphone
¼” jack unbalanced microphone input. This input will only function with mono jacks. When using TRS jack, the input will not work. The microphone input is analog and can be used independent of the software used on your PC.
54) Microphone Volume
Use to adjust the volume of the microphone channel.
55) Headphones Volume
Use to adjust your headphones volume level.
56) Headphones
You can connect a pair of headphones with a minimum impendance of 32 Ohm to this stereo 1/4” jack. The jack should be wired as Tip=left, Ring=right and sleeve=ground.
Back Functions
57) DC In 5V 500mA
In case your PC/ laptop/ Mac’s USB port cannot provide sufficient power for the Kontrol D2, we suggest powering the Kontrol D2 with the optional Core Kontrol D2 power adapter (D1262).
58) USB B Connector
To connect your Kontrol D2 to a PC/ laptop/ Mac.
59) Audio RCA Out L/R
Use these outputs to connect an amplifier/mixer with unbalanced inputs.
60) RCA/XLR select switch
Allows you to route the master output to either the unbalanced RCA audio (59) outputs or the balanced master XLR (61) outputs.
61) Master XLR Out L/R
Use these outputs to connect an amplifier with balanced inputs.
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Operations
Selecting Folders
• Make sure you’re in the file system/ folder structure panel (see page 22). Push the back (44) button to return to the file system/ folder structure panel if you are in the file/ search results panel. Turn the
track select (33) encoder to browse the folders.
• Push the track select (33) encoder to open the desired folder. Now you are in the file/ search results
panel and are ready to select a track as described before.
• Push the back (44) button to return to the file system/folder structure panel.
Selecting tracks using the track select encoder
• Make sure you have opened the desired folder as described in Selecting folders and that you are in the file/ search results panel (see page 22)
• Turn the track select (33) encoder to browse the tracks.
• Push the load A (34) button or the load B (43) button to load the track in respectively the A deck or the B deck.
Starting Playback
• Push the play/ pause (11) button while in the pause or cue mode to start playback, the LED in the
play/ pause (11) button lights up.
• The point at which playback starts is automatically stored in the memory as the cue point. The CD player will return to the cue point when the cue (09) button is pressed.
Stop Playback
There are two ways to stop playback:
• Push the play/ pause (11) button during playback to pause at that point.
• Push the cue (09) button during playback to return to the cue point and enter pause condition.
Pausing
• Push the play/ pause (11) button to pause playback.
• The play/ pause (11) button blinks when the pause mode is set.
• Playback resumes when the play/ pause (11) button is pressed again.
Setting a Cue Point
• Push the play/ pause (11) button to toggle between play mode and pause mode.
• The play/ pause indicator flashes as the deck is in pause mode.
• Turn the jogwheel (32) to go to the desired cue point.
• Push the set cue (10) button and your cue point will be stored. The cue point will be indicated in the waveform display as shown in figure 8.
• Push the play/ pause (11) button to continue playback.
Setting a hot cue point in pause mode
• Push the play/ pause (11) button to stop playback.
• The play indicator flashes when the pause mode is set.
• Turn the jogwheel (32) to go to the desired Cue point.
• Push the desired hot cue (cue 1 (01)/ cue 2 (02)/ cue 3 (03)) button and your hot cue point will be stored.
• The stored hot cue point will be indicated in the Waveform display as shown in figure 8.
• Push the play/ pause (11) button to continue playback.
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Setting a hot cue point in play mode
• While in play mode, push the desired hot cue (cue 1 (01)/ cue 2 (02)/ cue 3 (03)) button.
• The hot cue point is stored while playback resumes.
• The hot cue point will be indicated in the waveform display as shown in figure 8.
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(Hot) Cue Points
Deleting a hot cue point
• Push and hold the shift (04) button while tapping the corresponding hot cue button (cue 1 (01), cue
2 (02) or cue 3 (03)) to delete a hotcue point.
Cueing
• "Cueing" is the action of preparing for playback.
• Push the cue (09) button, the player will enter cue mode, playback returns to the cue point and the deck will enter pause mode, the cue (09) button lights up and the play/pause (11) button flashes. When the play/ pause (11) button is pushed, playback will start from the cue point.
• If the cue (09) button is pushed after searching operation or scanning operation, playback returns to the cue point and the deck will enter pause mode.
NOTE: While in cue mode, if the cue (09) button is pushed and held, playback will start from the cue point, when the button is released, the player will automatically return to the cue mode, it allows you to check the cue point.
Frame search
• Frame search is a function for monitoring sound in a certain section of a song and for manually changing position. Searching is used to set a start point with precision.
• Turn the jogwheel (32) while in pause or cue mode to start searching.
• While turning the jogwheel (32), the point from which the sound output moves is a number of frames corresponding to the number of the milliseconds and time display in the waveform display also changes.
• The search point moves in the forward direction when the jogwheel (32) is turned clockwise. When the jogwheel (32) is turned counterclockwise, the search point will move backward.
Scanning (fast forward/fast backward)
• The needle drop sensor (17) gives you a graphic visualization of the playing time of a current song.
Touching the sensor has the same effect as lifting up the pickup arm of a conventional turntable and lowering it somewhere else on a record. E.g. touching the needle drop sensor in the middle will continue playback in the middle of a song.
Changing pitch of a song
There are three tools available for changing the BPM of the song:
01) Use the pitch control fader to adjust the BPM.
• Set the desired pitch bend range for the pitch control fader (21) by pushing the pitch (18) button.
Make sure that the pitch control fader (21) is not deactivated (off LED lit).
• Adjust the BPM by sliding the pitch control fader (21) up or down.
• Slide the pitch control fader (21) up to decrease BPM, or down to increase BPM. The adjustment range is +/- 8%, 16%, 50% or 100% depending on the range, set up with the pitch (18) button.
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02) Use the pitch bend buttons to change the BPM temporarily.
• The BPM increases or decreases respectively while the pushing the pitch bend + (24) or pitch bend – (25) button.
• The BPM increase depends on how long the button is held. If you hold the button for about 5 seconds, the BPM will go to + 20% for pitch bend + (24) or - 20% for pitch bend – (25). If you tap the button, the BPM will only change a little so you can change a beat slightly without an audible change in music.
• The BPM will return to the value set with the pitch control fader (21) when you release the pitch bend
+ (24) and pitch bend – (25) buttons.
03) Turn the jogwheel while in jog mode to change the BPM temporarily.
• Turn the jogwheel (32) clockwise during play to increase BPM and counterclockwise to decrease the
BPM. The faster you turn the wheel, the more BPM changes. The adjustment range is +/- 20%.
• When you release the jogwheel (32), the track will return to the BPM set with the pitch control
fader (21).
Loop play
• Push the loop in (07) button to set the loop start point, the button will start blinking.
• Push the loop out (29) button to set the loop end point. After the end point is set, the playback will enter loop play from start point to end point, repeatedly. Both the loop in (07) button and the loop
out (29) button will blink.
• Pushing the loop out (29) button while in loop play, allows you to change the endpoint by turning the Jogwheel (32). The loop out (29) button will light up continuously. Confirm the new endpoint by pushing the loop out (29) button and both the loop in (07) button and the loop out (29) button will blink again, indicating loop play is active.
• Push the reloop (31) button to cancel the loop play. The Loop indicator dims.
• Using the loop adjustment (05/ 28/ 30) buttons and the multiplier/divider (26) switch allows you to shorten or expand the length of the recorded loop while loop play is active.
Smart loop play
• Set the loop length using the smart loop 2 (05), smart loop 4 (28), smart loop 8 (30) buttons and the
x½/x2 (26) switch. Smart loop play will start immediately.
• Pushing the reloop (31) button will cancel smart loop play.
Note: 1/1 equals one bar or 4 beats. When smart loop playback is active, the loop length is still editable by using the smart loop 2 (05), smart loop 4 (28), smart loop 8 (30) buttons and the x½/x2 (26) switch.
Reloop
• If you push the reloop (31) button, a song will return to the last selected loop.
• Push the loop in (07) button over and over rapidly to start a loop over again.
• Push the reloop (31) button again, the loop play function is cancelled.
Recording a sample
• Select a memory space in which you want to store your new sample by turning the sample volume
(16) control while at the same time pushing it (push to select).
• While pushing and holding the shift (04) button, push the sample /rec (22) button to start recording.
• When finished recording, push the sample /rec (22) button again while pushing and holding the
shift (04) button.
Sample playback
• Select a memory space which contains a sample by turning the sample volume (16) control, while at the same time pushing it in (push to select).
• Push the sample /rec (22) button to toggle playback/pause of the sample.
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Software Installation
System requirements:
PC
Minimum system requirements:
Intel® Pentium® 4 or AMD Athlon™ XP
1024x768 resolution
DirectX compatible soundcard
512MB RAM
50MB free on the hard drive
Recomended system requirements:
Intel® Core™ 2 or AMD Athlon™ X2
1280x1024 resolution
Multi-channel DirectX compatible soundcard
1024MB RAM
200MB free on the hard drive
Additional requirements for Video mixing:
2048MB (2GB) RAM
ATI™ or NVIDIA® video card w/256MB of Dedicated DDR3 RAM
Video card must support dual-screen output
Supported Operating System:
MINIMUM: Microsoft® Windows XP SP3 or newer
RECOMMENDED: Microsoft® Windows 7 Professional 32-bit
Microsoft® Windows 95, 98, ME, or older are not supported
Mac
Minimum system requirements:
Intel® processor
Mac OS X v10.5.x
1024x768 resolution
CoreAudio compatible soundcard
1024MB RAM
50MB free on the hard drive
Recomended system requirements:
Intel® processor
Mac OS X v10.6.x
1440x900 resolution
Multi-channel CoreAudio compatible soundcard
2048MB (2Gb) RAM
200MB free on the hard drive
Additional requirements for Video mixing:
ATI™ or NVIDIA® video chipset w/256MB of Dedicated DDR3 RAM
Video must support dual-screen output
Supported Operating System and Processor Platforms:
Minimum: Mac OS X v10.5 Leopard on Intel processor platform
Recommended: Mac OS X v10.6.x Snow Leopard on Intel processor platform
Apple® Mac OS X 10.4.x Tiger or older are not supported
Motorola® (PowerBook® G4) processor platform or older are not supported
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Installation procedure:
Be sure to turn off the power supply to all equipment.
Please connect the Kontrol D2 and your computer with a USB cable. Set the power switch on the
Kontrol D2 in USB position.
Insert the included CD-ROM into the computer’s CD-drive and follow the instructions.
Running the setup program.
01) If the installation program on your CD doesn’t start up automatically, it can be initiated manually by double clicking on install_virtualdj_le_v7.0.5.rar on the included CD.
The screen shown below will pop up.
Select the desired language and press OK.
02) The welcome screen will pop up.
Press the Next button when finished reading the screen.
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03) Now the readme file as shown below will pop up.
After reading, press the Next button.
04) The Start Installation screen will pop up.
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Press the Next button. During installation, you will see the screen as shown below.
If the installation is finished, the screen as shown below will pop up.
Press the Finish button to complete the installation.
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Running the Virtual DJ-software for the first time
01) Double click the Virtual DJ icon on the desk top. A pop up screen, asking you to enter your serial number, will pop up.
02) Double click the Virtual DJ icon on the desk top. A pop up screen, asking you to enter your serial number, will pop up.
03) Enter the serial number you received with your purchase (sticker on inside CD-cover flap) and click the OK button.
04) Virtual DJ will check for the latest version (this can be disabled in the configuration section). The
Virtual DJ user interface will appear.
05) Click the Config button (upper right corner). The following screen will pop up.
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In the Sound Setup tab you can optimize the soundcard settings. We suggest using the settings below which give you access to all the outputs on your Kontrol D2. Other configurations can limit your outputs.
On the right side of the soundcard menu there are two drop down menus allowing you to choose from two soundcards.
In the presented example, the first two channels of the Kontrol D2’s internal soundcard are routed to the master outputs and the secondary channels are routed to the headphones output.
If the setup process was carried out correctly, press the apply button and then press the OK button.
For more possibilities, we suggest reading the Virtual DJ Quick guide. You can download the Virtual DJ
Quick guide from: http://www.virtualdj.com/wiki/PDFManuals.html.
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Interface zones
Before beginning to use Virtual DJ, familiarize yourself with the controls and zones of the software. Upon opening the application, an interface is displayed. Interfaces called skins feature different configurations, layouts and functionality of the software. Let us begin with selecting the Internal Mixer interface to become familiar with the most important features of the software. To choose a different skin, while the software is running, click on the Config menu and select the skins tab.
01) Browser/Sampler/ Effects/ Record
Browse your music folders, create, edit and save your playlists, adjust effects, video and audio, record and save mixes.
02) Deck 1 Controls
Drag and drop music from the browser to this virtual deck. Track title, beats per minute display, counters and transport control.
03) Deck 2 Controls
Same as Deck 1.
04) Center Panel
Multiple panels can provide access to the cross fader, gain controllers, volume controllers, PFL buttons, video controllers, video preview windows, effect controllers, time code and scratch interface.
05) Rhythm window
This window tracks the waveform of each song loaded or playing on the decks. This area also features the Computer Beat Grid (CBG) used for visual mixing and beat matching.
Browser panels
01) File System/Folder Structure
02) File/Search Results
For more information on the Virtual DJ software, we suggest checking the Support Section on http://www.virtualdj.com/ . Here you can find manuals, forums etc.
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Maintenance
The DAP Audio Kontrol D2 requires almost no maintenance. However, you should keep the unit clean.
Disconnect the mains power supply, and then wipe the cover with a damp cloth. Do not immerse in liquid. Do not use alcohol or solvents.
Keep connections clean. Disconnect electric power, and then wipe the audio connections with a damp cloth. Make sure connections are thoroughly dry before linking equipment or supplying electric power.
Troubleshooting
DAP Audio Kontrol D2
This troubleshooting guide is meant to help solve simple problems. If a problem occurs, carry out the steps below in sequence until a solution is found. Once the unit operates properly, do not carry out following steps.
01) If the device does not operate properly, unplug the device.
02) Check the fuse, power from the wall, all cables, etc.
03) If all of the above appears to be O.K., plug the unit in again.
04) If you are unable to determine the cause of the problem, do not open the Core Kontrol D2, as this may damage the unit and the warranty will become void.
05) Return the Core Kontrol D2 to your Dap Audio dealer.
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Product Specification
Decks:
Soundcard:
Mic input
Input impendance:
Full scale level @ 1 kHz:
SNR (weighted):
THD + N @ 1 kHz:
Frequency response ± 1 dBu:
Dynamic range codec:
Audio outputs (D/A)
Sample rate:
Bit resolution converter:
Line outputs (balanced XLR)
Output impedance:
Maximum output level:
SNR (weighted):
2
4.1, 24 bit, 96 kHz, 4 out, 1 in
600 Ω
50 mV
-75 dB
0,75 %
100 Hz – 10 kHz
80 dBu
96 kHz
24 bit
10 kΩ
2,7 V
-80 dBv
THD + N:
Frequency response ± 1 dBu:
Dynamic range codec:
Headphones outputs (balanced XLR)
Output impedance:
Maximum output level:
SNR (weighted):
THD + N:
Frequency response ± 1 dBu:
Dynamic range codec:
Power rating and consumption:
0,05 %
20 Hz – 20 kHz
90 dB
16 Ω - 32 Ω
1,1 V
-75 dBv
0,05 %
20 Hz – 20 kHz
Dimension:
Weight:
90 dB
5V DC 500mA (powered by either a USB port or optional power adapter D1262)
420 x 252 x 75mm (LxWxH)
2,2 Kg
Design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Website: www.Dap-audio.info
Email: [email protected]
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Appendix 1: Midi Implementation
Midi Implementation
Function
Basic channel
Mode
Default
Changed
Default
Messages
Altered
X
X
Transmitted Recognized Remarks
X 1
X
X
Note number
Velocity
After touch
Pitch bend
True voice
Note ON
Note OFF
Key's
Channel X
X
01
(16)
-7D
(16)
X
X X
O
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Control change
Prog Change
00
(16)
- 21
(16)
X
X X
SysEx
Common
System real time
True#
Song pos
Song Sel
Tune
Clock
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Aux Messages
Commands
Local ON/OFF X
All Notes OFF
Active Sense
Reset
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
O:YES Mode 1: OMNI ON, POLY Mode 2: OMNI ON, MONO
X:NO Mode 3: OMNI OFF, POLY Mode 4: OMNI OFF, MONO
*2
*1
00
(16)
= off, 7F
(16)
= on
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*1: Note numbers
Note number
01
02
03
04
05
33
34
38
3B
3C
3F
40
43
44
Function push mid encoder channel A
(kill) push effect volume channel A
(select) push effect volume channel B
(select) touch jogwheel channel A touch jogwheel channel B cue buton channel A load B button key lock button channel A set cue button channel A cue buton channel B key lock button channel B sync button channel A play/pause button channel A set cue button channel B
Note number
5E
5F
47
49
4A
4B
4C
4D
4E
4F
50
51
52
53 sync button channel B loop in buton channel A loop out button channel A load A button play/pause button channel B loop in buton channel B loop out button channel B push track select encoder push high encoder channel A
(kill) push mid encoder channel B
(kill) push high encoder channel B
(kill) push low encoder channel A
(kill) push low encoder channel B
(kill) cue 1 button (mixer)
77
78
79
7A
54
55
7B
7C
56
57
58
59 cue 2 button (mixer) scratch button channel B crosfader curve switch "linear" crosfader curve switch "cutting"
7D
5A
5B
5C scratch button channel A back button smartloop 2 button channel B
5D smartloop 4 button channel B
Note: All note and control numbers are Hexadecimal!
73
74
75
76
6D
6E
6F
72
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
6B
6C
Function smartloop 8 button channel B reloop button channel B x 2 channel B x 1/2 channel B cue 1 button channel B cue 2 button channel B cue 3 button channel B delete button channel B pitch button channel B pitch bend + button channel B pitch bend - button channel B reverse button channel B effect on/off button channel B rec sample button channel B smartloop 2 button channel A smartloop 4 button channel A smartloop 8 button channel A x 1/2 channel A cue 1 button channel A cue 2 button channel A cue 3 button channel A delete button channel A pitch button channel A pitch bend + button channel A pitch bend - button channel A reverse button channel A effect select channel A effect on/off button channel A rec sample button channel A
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*2: Control change numbers
09
0A
0B
0C
Note Control change number Function
00
03
04
07
08 parameter 1 adjust channel A parameter 2 adjust channel A parameter 1 adjust channel B parameter 2 adjust channel B fader channel A fader channel B crossfader
01/7F
01/7F
01/7F
CW/CCW
CW/CCW
CW/CCW
01/7F CW/CCW
00-7F
00-7F
00-7F pitch fader channel A 00-7F pitch fader channel B 00-7F
0D
0E
0F
10
11
12
13
14
15 gain channel A gain channel B hi level channel A hi level channel B mid level channel A mid level channel B low level channel A low level channel B
00-7F
00-7F effect volume channel B 00-7F
00-7F
00-7F
00-7F
00-7F
00-7F
00-7F
16
17
18
19
1A
20 needle drop channel B 00-7F needle drop channel A 00-7F jogwheel channel B jogwheel channel A track encoder cue/pgm mix
01/7F CW/CCW
01/7F CW/CCW
01/7F Forward/backwards
00-7F
21 effect volume channel A 00-7F
Note: All note and control numbers are Hexadecimal!
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Notes
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