www.nektartech.com Nektar Aura Owner‘s Manual 5
Introduction
Minimum System Requirements
Aura:
USB Class Compliant (no driver needed) works with Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10 or higher. Mac OS X 10.5 or higher, Linux (Ubuntu).
Nektarine software/plugin:
Windows 7, 8, 10 or higher. Mac OS X 10.7 or higher.
Nektar DAW Integration:
Windows 7, 8, 10 or higher. Mac OS X 10.7 or higher. Check Nektar DAW Integration documentation or
marketing information for support of legacy DAW versions.
Power
Aura is completely powered when connected via USB to a computer, powered USB hub or even a USB charger.
You can also connect a power supply that meets the spec: 9V / 600mA, center positive, 2.1mm barrel connector (PSU optional, not includ-
ed).
Connecting to a Windows/macOS Computer
Aura is USB Class Compliant. That means there is no driver to install - it just needs to be plugged in. Aura uses the built-in Class Compliant
USB MIDI driver which is already Part of Windows and macOS.
The first Steps are simple:
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Locate the included USB cable and plug one end into your computer and the other into Aura’s USB socket on the rear panel.
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If you want to connect a footswitch, plug it into the 1/4” jack socket labeled “FOOT SWITCH“, on the back of Aura.
Aura will automatically detect the polarity of the footswitch. Using a Y-splitter (not included) or insert cables, you can connect 2 foot
switches to the same socket.
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Set the power switch on the back of the unit to it’s On position.
Your computer will now spend a few moments identifying Aura and subsequently you will be able to set it up with your DAW.
Downloading Nektarine and Nektar DAW Integration for Aura
If you are a new Nektar user, start by creating a Nektar user account here:
www.nektartech.com/registration
If you already have a Nektar account, go to our website and click the MY ACCOUNT tab to log in.
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Next register Aura by entering your unit’s serial number in the field under the “Register New Product” headline (note, products cannot
be registered from a phone). Your Aura’s serial number can be found on the bottom of the unit.
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Select your DAW and OS, then submit. If you don’t use a DAW, select ‘Not Using a DAW’.
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Download options for the selected DAWs can be found under the image of Aura, following registration.
IMPORTANT:
Make sure to read the installation instructions in the PDF guide, included in the downloaded package, to ensure you don’t
miss an important Step.
Additional Online Documentation
Online articles provide supplementary and use-case information .
Go directly to the following URL:
www.nektartech.com/aura-support
