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article Novation Product User Manuals
Misplaced your user guide? Or simply curious as to the detailed functionality of a specific unit? Download the user guide for the product of your choice from the Novation website downloads page:...
2005-11-22    Views: 50786   
article How can I control the Logic plug-ins using Automap?
Logic 9.0.1 and later allows full control of Logic's native FX and instrument plugins through Automap with no setup required. For versions of Logic earlier than 9.0.1 see below: The Logic...
2007-03-08    Views: 38343   
article Do I need to install drivers to use the ReMOTE SL?
The ReMOTE SL is a class-compliant MIDI device so it does not require its own drivers. It can use the MIDI drivers built in to Mac OSX (10.2.4 or higher) and Windows XP, XP X64, Vista and Vista...
2006-02-03    Views: 32232   
article Launchpad Tutorial : Part 1 - Setting Up
The following video takes you through connecting your Launchpad hardware, installing the software/drivers and configuring Ableton Live to work with Launchpad.
2009-10-02    Views: 31764   
article How to setup Traktor with the Nocturn?
As Traktor is not supported by Automap, the 'learn' button on the Nocturn will not learn parameters in Traktor. You'll need to create a Midi Client and use Traktor's own learn system to assign...
2008-10-02    Views: 30684   
article A-Station, K-Station, V-Station, X-Station, Xio and KS Series patch compatibility
Single programs from these Novation synths are compatible with each other as shown in the table below:
2005-11-22    Views: 29713   
article Launchpad Tutorial : Part 4 - User Modes
This video takes you through Launchpads User modes. It covers assigning parameters to buttons on your Launchpad and triggering Ableton drum racks via the Launchpad matrix.
2009-10-02    Views: 27332   
article Are there any more templates to download?
More templates for the ReMOTE are available for download on our website. If you would also like additional or replacement template labels, these can be ordered direct from novation by contacting...
2005-10-10    Views: 27015   
article How to setup software control in Ableton Live 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 with the X Station
The template that comes with the X Station for Live 2 can be used with all versions of Live. For controlling Live load up the Live template on the X Station and make sure it is selected as the...
2005-08-22    Views: 25260   
article Using the ReMOTE with Ableton Live
The template that comes with the ReMOTE for Live 2 can be used with all versions of Live. For controlling Live load up the Live template on the ReMOTE and make sure it is selected as the MIDI...
2005-11-22    Views: 23395   
article Launchpad Tutorial : Part 6 - Using Launchpad with Automap
Although Launchpad does not require that you install Automap to use it, it can be used alongside Automap and in other software outside Ableton Live.
2009-10-04    Views: 23324   
article SL MK II / Zero SL MK II Troubleshooting Guide
I just bought the SL MkII, should I download the latest Automap installer from the Novation website? Yes, it is always recommended that you download the latest Automap installer from the...
2010-10-14    Views: 21582   
article How can I get LED feedback from Ableton in USER mode?
In order to get LED feedback from Live to the Launchpad, you need to set up a midi track in Live to output the particular midi track you wish to get feedback on. (See image below) However, there is...
2009-10-23    Views: 21496   
article I can't use the Reason Automap template on my ReMOTE SL
Since control of Automap now happens via Automap, there is no need to use the Reason Automap template. If however, you would like to use the old method of controlling Reason through the Reason...
2006-12-08    Views: 21374   
article Launchpad Troubleshooting Guide
I've just received my Launchpad, what do I need to install and where is the User Guide? There is no specific User Guide for the Launchpad, as all of the required information can be found...
2010-10-14    Views: 20344   
article The ReMOTE SL is not working with template 39 (Logic Template)...
Follow these steps to ensure the ReMOTE SL is set up correctly with Logic: 1. Ensure that the file "ReMOTESL.bundle" is located in the following folder: HD/Library/Application Support/MIDI...
2007-02-22    Views: 20086   

Latest Articles

article VIDEO: How to activate Novation plug-ins
This video runs you through the activation process for Focusrite and Novation plug-ins.
2013-05-17    Views: 104   
article Changing the volume of the Launchkey app.
1. Press the toggle button labelled 'Octave' above the keyboard. 2. The toggle button will now read 'VOL'. 3. Use the knob to set the app volume to the desired level. 4. Press the toggle...
2013-04-26    Views: 79   
article Changing the tempo of the Launchkey app.
1. Press the toggle button labelled 'ARP' above the keyboard. 2. The toggle button will now read 'TEMPO'. 3. Use the +/- buttons to change the tempo. 4. Holding either button will change the...
2013-04-26    Views: 67   
article Using the Launchpad S with the Launchkey app
By default the Launchpad S will not control the Launchkey app. To control the Launchkey app with Launchpad S do the following: 1. Open the settings menu from within the app. 2. Select 'MIDI'...
2013-04-26    Views: 115   
article I can't use my Launchpad S with more than one application at a time on my Windows PC.
If you're using Windows and you want to use your Launchpad S with two applications at a time, you'll need to download and install the 2.5 USB Audio Drivers from Here.
2013-04-19    Views: 184   
article VIDEO: Launchkey Ableton Live Setup

2013-04-18    Views: 641   
article VIDEO: Launchkey Logic Pro 9 Setup

2013-04-18    Views: 242   
article VIDEO: Launchkey Reason Setup

2013-04-18    Views: 190   
article VIDEO: Launchkey Cubase Setup

2013-04-18    Views: 185   
article VIDEO: Launchkey Pro Tools Setup

2013-04-18    Views: 174   
article Multi-tasking Gestures
If you are experiencing issues when using four fingers or more with the Launchkey app, such as notes not sounding or control point not moving; then this is a result of having iOS Multitasking...
2013-04-18    Views: 56   
article Battery Usage
The Launchkey App allows audio to stream from the app whilst it is not in focus; this allows you to use it with other apps simultaneously. However, this also requires higher battery usage. If...
2013-04-18    Views: 64   
article How To End The App
To end the app press the Home button twice to bring up the task bar. From here, press and hold on the Launchkey App icon and then press the minus button to close the app. Tapping on the...
2013-04-18    Views: 75   
article Selecting a different MIDI channel
To change the MIDI channel that Launchkey receives on do the following: 1. Open the settings menu from within the app 2. Select ‘MIDI’ Settings 3. Under ‘Input Channel’ select the channel you...
2013-04-18    Views: 123   
article What version of Ableton Live do I need for Launchkey integration?
The following versions of Live offer Launchkey support: Live 8.4.1 or higher This can be downloaded from your Ableton Live account page here provided that you have added your Ableton Live serial...
2013-04-16    Views: 657   
article How can Automap be uninstalled from a Mac?
To uninstall Automap from your Mac, find the Automap uninstaller in your Mac's Applications folder and run it. This will guide you through the uninstall process.
2013-04-15    Views: 198   


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