I just bought a Korg NanoKontrol2.
 
The primary reason I got it was that my midi keyboard does not have any knobs on it.  I looked into getting a new keyboard, but decided to go with this instead.  The added function of the faders is nice, but I really wanted the knobs to control parameters of effects so I could record in real time rather than setting up an automation lane and such...
 
I was able to follow the instructions to set it up to work as it was probably intended - with the faders assigned to each track and the knobs above the faders controlling the "pan".  However, I can't seem to "unlearn" the pan function and assign it to something else.
 
When I use the "midi learn" within an effect or "Remote Control" on an automation lane, two problems happen:  1. It is still changing the pan, so it hasn't unlearned that and 2.  Turning of the knob isn't a smooth motion, it pretty much jumps from off to about 12:00 to fully on.
 
The Pan function does turn smoothly - so I know the knobs work...
 
When setting it up per the directions that came in the box, it tells me to set it "Mackie Control" in the preferences->control surfaces section.
 
I would like the faders to be assigned to the faders of the first 8 tracks.  All the buttons (record, play, etc.) to also work as intended.  Pan knobs need to be modified to not be assigned to anything and then I can "learn" them to needed effects - and have their motion be smooth.
 
Any help with this would be appreciated...  Thanks!

"Mackie Control" has fixed reaction on particular controls. You can try generic (customizable) plug-ins, Generic Control, ACT MIDI, or my own (see the signature).
 
For Pan, have you tried "Disable remote control"? It is enabled in menu in case something is mapped, right after "Remote control...".
 
For "jumping" parameters. I do not have NanoKontrol, but in case it is in "Mackie Mode", it's knobs should imitate endless encoders. And they produce either 1-2 or 64-65 instead of full range. Other reason can be "Normal touch" behavior instead of "Timeout touch". I do not know either it is possible somehow change it for MIDI mapped parameters, I have noticed that with my plug-in (where you can specify that explicitly).

Thanks azslow - I've actually done a fair amount of research and experimenting since posting.
 
I've gotten to a point where I can map every parameter and I made a "Generic Cakewalk Surface" template that does everything I want it to.  The only problem is that the button LEDs don't work the same as when I just go ahead and do the Mackie Control - They don't stay on or, for example, if I click "solo" on the computer, the button doesn't light up on the control.  I can't remember what that's called, but I don't think I can get that plug in to do that.
 
Does your plug-in support that?  I might have to check it out?  It's working for me, but that would be a big bonus!

mikebeam
Does your plug-in support that?  I might have to check it out?  It's working for me, but that would be a big bonus!

My plug-in support that. But there is no ready to use preset. Begin with "Startup" preset and add "Parameter Value Monitor" with "MIDI <From Control> <Value>" as the action.

Thanks.  I downloaded your plug-in - I'll play around with it and see how far I get.