INSTALLATION
Firmware & Drivers
Firmware: Firmware: Update the firmware of the unit to the latest version from
Native InstrumentsDrivers: Install the latest drivers from
Native InstrumentsVirtualDJ 8 Setup
Download and install VirtualDJ 8 from our Downloads Page
(in case you have not done already)
Once VirtualDJ 8 is launched, a Login Window will appear. Login with your virtualdj.com account credentials. A Pro Infinity, a Kontrol Z1 Plus or a Pro Subscription License is required to fully use the Kontrol Z1
Without any of the above Licenses, the controller will operate for 10 minutes each time you restart VirtualDJ.
Buy a license
A detection window will appear next, verifying that the device is properly connected.
Click to OK.
The unit is now ready to operate. Advanced Setup
MIDI Operation
The unit should be visible in the CONTROLLERS tab of Config and the “factory default” available/selected from the Mappings drop-down list. The factory default Mapping offers the functions described in this Manual, however those can be adjusted to your needs via VDJ Script actions.
Find more details at
VDJ Pedia
AUDIO Setup
The unit has a pre-defined Audio setup and a special button in the AUDIO tab of Config to provide that. Alternative Audio setups can be applied in the same window.![](/image/94861/200405/Sound Setup.PNG)
For further software settings please refer to the
Manuals of VirtualDJ 8.