Launchpad/UG/02 Getting Up and Running

• 2. Getting Up and Running

  • Plug in Launchpad Pro to access Novation's Easy Start Tool. It provides setup steps suited to new users and experienced producers, including registration and the included software.
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    • 2.1 Easy Start

      • Connect Launchpad Pro to a computer, then open the Easy Start Tool from the device's mounted folder or drive.
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        • 2.1.1 If You're on a Mac

          • Open the LAUNCHPAD folder on the desktop.
          • Open Click Here to Get Started.html to launch the Easy Start Tool.
          • If Google Chrome is open when you connect Launchpad Pro, a popup may offer a direct route to Easy Start.
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        • 2.1.2 If You're on Windows

          • Open This PC from the Start menu.
          • Open the Launchpad Pro drive.
          • Open Click Here to Get Started.html to launch the Easy Start Tool.
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    • 2.2 Launchpad Intro

      • Launchpad Intro offers curated Ampify Music packs for playing loops and one-shots. Its on-screen grid matches the Launchpad Pro pads.
      • Connect Launchpad Pro to the computer and open Launchpad Intro. The site detects the controller and lets you play the packs.

      • Note/Warning Launchpad Intro requires a browser with Web MIDI support. The guide recommends Google Chrome or Opera.
        

  • Launchpad/UG/02 Getting Up and Running/03 Ableton Live

    • 2.3 Ableton Live

      • Launchpad Pro's Session Mode controls Ableton Live's Session View. Live detects the controller when it opens and switches Launchpad Pro to Session Mode.
      • The guide includes Ableton Live 10 Lite with Launchpad Pro. Novation's Easy Start Tool covers registration, installation, and introductory videos.
      • Register Launchpad Pro at Novation customer registration to obtain the included license.
      • Ableton's Learn Live offers further lessons.
  • Launchpad/UG/02 Getting Up and Running/04 Other Software

    • 2.4 Using with Other Software

      • Novation Support has setup guidance for other music software.
      • Session Mode and Note Mode can display different information depending on the software in use.
  • Launchpad/UG/02 Getting Up and Running/05 Standalone

    • 2.5 Using Standalone

      • Power Launchpad Pro from the included wall adapter with the USB-A to USB-C cable.
      • Connect external hardware with the included TRS minijack-to-DIN adapters and MIDI cables.
      • Sequencer, Custom, Note, Chord, and Programmer Modes can send MIDI through the MIDI Out ports.
  • Launchpad/UG/02 Getting Up and Running/06 Help

    • 2.6 Having Trouble?

      • Novation Help Centre provides support and answers to common setup questions.