How do I know if my VST is in demo or active mode

[Msf Sadib]

Is there any way to determine whether a tracks plugin is in demo mode or activated mode? Please enlighten me regarding this matter

[garfy]

Hello Msf Sadib

Usually, a plugin that has not been activated will interrupt the audio stream with a hissing noise every so often. If you have activated it, it can be used as normal. If you are Trialling it, as long as you leave the Custom Shop app open in the background, the plugin will work as normal until the Trial period runs out.

Are you having a problem with a plugin?

[Msf Sadib]

I've purchased two of Tracks plugin.But after I downloaded them I didn't notice any activation sign of any sort when I launched the plugin in my daw. So I was just curious whether there was any specific way to detect demo vs activated plugin

[garfy]

If you downloaded them via the IK Product Manager, did you put in a serial number before you installed?

[Msf Sadib]

If you downloaded them via the IK Product Manager, did you put in a serial number before you installed?

I did register my product. But I installed the vst through an old version of Tracks Custom shop .Will the plugin still be activated? or do I have to install Tracks custom shop every time I make a purchase of new Tracks plugin?

[garfy]

I did register my product.

If you put in a serial number then I think that the activation as been successful.

But I installed the vst through an old version of Tracks Custom shop .Will the plugin still be activated? or do I have to install Tracks custom shop every time I make a purchase of new Tracks plugin?

Hmm, it would normally throw up a dialogue box telling you your Custom Shop is out of date, so it's a bit weird it didn't. You don't need to reinstall it each time you purchase a plugin.

Is this TR5?

[Msf Sadib]

I did register my product.

If you put in a serial number then I think that the activation as been successful.

But I installed the vst through an old version of Tracks Custom shop .Will the plugin still be activated? or do I have to install Tracks custom shop every time I make a purchase of new Tracks plugin?

Hmm, it would normally throw up a dialogue box telling you your Custom Shop is out of date, so it's a bit weird it didn't. You don't need to reinstall it each time you purchase a plugin.

Is this TR5?

It is TR5 yes. So how do I install new plugins if won't reinstall the whole TRacks custom shop.As there is no separate installation file for individual plugins

[garfy]

The TR5CS app includes all of the individual modules available. Your serial number(s) unlock the modules you have bought, while leaving the rest in demo mode or available to Trial.

If you have registered your product (ie your 2 newly bought modules) these will have then been unlocked in your existing installation and available for use. If you can pass audio through them without hearing a hiss sound every so often, then I think you have authorised them successfully.

You don't have to install the latest version of the TR5CS app, but it does include some bug fixes, general reliability improvements etc. The only time you MUST install the latest version is if you're buying the newest module, like the Comprexxor that's just been released.

[Msf Sadib]

The TR5CS app includes all of the individual modules available. Your serial number(s) unlock the modules you have bought, while leaving the rest in demo mode or available to Trial.

If you have registered your product (ie your 2 newly bought modules) these will have then been unlocked in your existing installation and available for use. If you can pass audio through them without hearing a hiss sound every so often, then I think you have authorised them successfully.

You don't have to install the latest version of the TR5CS app, but it does include some bug fixes, general reliability improvements etc. The only time you MUST install the latest version is if you're buying the newest module, like the Comprexxor that's just been released.

So It just automatically activates the plugin I've purchased !! I think I'm getting the hang of it now.Thanks a lot

[garfy]

So It just automatically activates the plugin I've purchased

It sure does.

Have a play with the new plugs and let us know how you get on. What new ones did you buy?