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2. At UA we are dedicated to the idea that this powerful technology should ultimately serve the creative process not be a barrier These are the very ideals my father embodied as he invented audio equipment to solve problems in the studio So as you begin to incor porate Apollo Twin into your creative process we hope that the excitement and pride that we ve built into it comes through We believe Apollo Twin will earn its way into your creative workflow by providing stunning fidelity great ease of use and rock solid reliabil ity for years to come As always please feel free to reach out to us via our website www uaudio com and via our social media channels We look forward to hearing from you and thank you once again for choosing Universal Audio Sincerely CA Bill Putnam Jr All trademarks are recognized as property of their respective owners Individual UAD Powered Plug Ins sold separately Apollo Twin Hardware Manual ii Welcome Tip Click any section or page number Table Of Contents to Jump directly to that page A Letter from Bill Pulriap dEi ridi ii Chapter 1 Introduction 6 Welcome to Apollo TITEL UI UR PA lie 6 High Resolution Desktop Music Production with Classic Analog Sound 6 Apollo Twin Features rr ARIA AEREO RE I ate 7 Key FEALUres ciri iaia 7 All Features iaia rana 7 cile VIRI NN leali 9 Packag OTI perla 9 Installation 6 5 15 corel copa iota AE 9 Operat
3. ANALOG 1 0 Line Inputs 1 amp 2 Jack Type combo mic line balanced inputs Dynamic Range A weighting Signal to Noise Ratio A weighting Total Harmonic Distortion Noise Common Mode Rejection Ratio CMRR Frequency Response Input Impedance Gain Range Minimum Input Level Minimum Gain Maximum Input Level Maximum Gain Stereo Level Balance Microphone Inputs 1 amp 2 Jack Type combo mic line balanced inputs Phantom Power switchable per input Dynamic Range A weighting Signal to Noise Ratio A weighting Total Harmonic Distortion Noise Equivalent Input Noise Frequency Response Common Mode Rejection Ratio CMRR Default Input Impedance Gain Range Pad Attenuation switchable per input Maximum Input Level Minimum Gain with Pad Female 1 4 TRS Balanced 117 5 dB 117 5 dB 108 dBFS Greater than 60 dB 10 cable 20 Hz 20 kHz 0 1 dB 10K Ohms 10 dB to 65 dB 18 dBV 37 dBV 0 05 dB Female XLR Balanced pin 2 positive 48V 118 dB 118 dB 110 dBFS 127 dB 20 Hz 20 kHz 0 1 dB Greater than 70 dB 10 cable 5 4K Ohms variable via Unison preamp model 10 dB to 65 dB 20 dB variable via Unison preamp model 23 8 dBV Maximum Input Level Maximum Gain with Pad 31 2 dBV Hi Z Input Jack Type Female 1 4 TS Unbalanced Dynamic Range A weighting 117 dB Signal to Noise Ratio A weighting 117 dB Total Harmonic Distortion Noise 101 dBFS Frequency Respo
4. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service person nel Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 33 Chapter 5 Notices Maintenance Apollo Twin does not contain a fuse or any other user replaceable parts The unit is in ternally calibrated at the factory and recalibration should never be required No internal user adjustments are available Warranty UNIVERSAL AUDIO HARDWARE LIMITED WARRANTY Universal Audio warrants that its hardware will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one 1 year after it has been acquired by the original end user purchas er subject to normal use This warranty applies only to genuine Universal Audio products when sold by Universal Audio or a Universal Audio authorized reseller distributor or dealer This warranty does not cover claims for damage due to abuse neglect alteration or attempted repair by un authorized personnel and is limited to failures arising during normal use that are due to defects in material or workmanship in the product To see the full terms of the Universal Audio Hardware Limited Warranty which contains additional information and exclusions or to process a warranty claim please visit www uaudio com support warranty html or call 877 698 2834 This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights You may also have other rights which vary by state or country Repair Service If you are having trouble with Apollo Twin the first step check all system setups
5. Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 14 Chapter 2 Quick Start Hardware Setup Select a Suitable Location e Locate Apollo Twin on a flat surface so its feet will maintain airflow beneath the unit e The location should be sturdy enough to securely hold its weight and withstand the pressure of operating the top panel controls e Leave enough room behind the unit for connected cabling e Do not block the cooling vents on the bottom or sides of the unit Connect to Computer and Power Caution Before powering Apollo Twin lower the volume of the monitor speakers and remove headphones from your ears 1 Connect a Thunderbolt cable not included between Apollo Twin and the host computer 2 Connect the included power supply to an AC outlet Apollo Twin cannot be bus powered 3 Connect the locking power supply to the rear panel of Apollo Align the two tabs on the power cable s connector to the notches on the input then rotate the barrel to prevent accidental disconnection 4 Apply power to Apollo Twin using the rear panel s power switch Important After ensuring the locking barrel tabs are aligned with the chassis slots and the barrel is fully inserted rotate the barrel to secure the connector Connect to Input Sources and Monitor System One typical setup is illustrated below For complete details about all of Apollo Twin s con nectors and controls see Chapter 3 ue Speaker Microphone Syste
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8. or other equipment that pro duces excessive heat Power Sources The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type de scribed in the operating instructions or as marked on the unit Power Cord Protection AC power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them Pay particular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the unit Never take hold of the plug or cord if your hand is wet Always grasp the plug body when connecting or disconnecting it Cleaning Follow these general rules when cleaning the outside of the unit a Turn the power off and unplug the unit b Gently wipe with a clean lint free cloth c Do not use aerosol sprays solvents or abrasives Nonuse Periods The AC power supply cord of the unit should be unplugged from the AC outlet when left unused for a long period of time Damage Requiring Service The unit should be serviced by a qualified service personnel when a The AC power supply unit has been damaged or b Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the unit or c The unit has been exposed to rain or d The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance or e The unit has been dropped or the enclosure damaged Servicing The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in the operating instructions
9. two digitally controlled analog monitor outputs for full resolution at all lis tening levels and up to eight additional channels of digital input via Optical connection Onboard UAD SOLO or DUO Processing lets you use UAD plug ins both during realtime tracking and for mixing within Pro Tools Cubase Logic Ableton Live and more With its ergonomic desktop design rugged aluminum construction and front panel head phone and instrument connections Apollo Twin has all the right tools all in the right place Apollo Twin includes the Realtime Analog Classics UAD plug in bundle All other plug ins are sold separately at www uaudio com All trademarks are property of their respective owners Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 6 Chapter 1 Introduction Apollo Twin Features Key Features Desktop 2x6 Thunderbolt audio interface with world class 24 bit 192 kHz audio con version Realtime UAD Processing for tracking through vintage Compressors EQs Tape Ma chines Mic Preamps and Guitar Amp plug ins with near zero sub 2ms latency Thunderbolt connection for blazing fast PCle speed and rock solid performance on modern Macs Unison technology offers stunning models of classic tube and transformer based mic preamps Two premium mic line preamps Two line outputs front panel Hi Z instrument input and headphones output Two digitally controlled analog monitor outputs for full resolution at all listening levels Up to eight channels of a
10. Communications Commission United States Class B Manual Statement NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to pro vide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 35 Chapter 5 Notices Disclaimer The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice Univer sal Audio Inc makes no warranties of any kind with regard to this manual including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a part
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14. con nections and software installations If that doesn t help contact our Technical Support team Customers outside the United States should contact your local distributor When calling for help please have the product serial number available and have your unit set up in front of you powered up and exhibiting the issue If your hardware is not working properly our goal here at UA is to get you up and running again as soon as possible If it is determined your product requires repair you will be informed about where to ship it and a Return Merchandise Authorization number RMA will be issued to you The RMA number MUST be displayed on the outside of your shipping box please use the original factory packing materials if at all possible We will match the shipping method you use to get it to us i e if you ship it to us via UPS ground we will ship it back to you UPS ground if you overnight it to us we will ship it back to you overnight You ll pay the shipping costs to us including warranty repairs we ship it back to you free of charge Qualified repair service under warranty is of course also free of charge For gear no longer under warranty ask your technical support representative about the current bench repair costs Non warranty repairs are charged an hourly labor rate plus parts We ll do our best to service your unit as quickly as possible Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 34 Chapter 5 Notices FCC Compliance Federal
15. display is unlit Unison Integration The Preamp Options can also be used to control Unison en abled UAD preamp plug ins See the Apollo Software Manual for complete Unison details Refer to the illustration below for control descriptions in this section INPUT ME 48V PAD 4 LINK a b C d e f Apollo Twin s preamp option buttons a Input Select Selects the active input jack for the channel Press to alternate between the mic amp line inputs The current selection is displayed by the input type indicators 5 The Hi Z input is selected automatically whenever a 14 mono tip sleeve plug is con nected to the front panel s Hi Z Instrument jack 12 Note Hi Z input is available for channel 1 only b Low Cut Filter Enables a low cut high pass rumble filter with a cutoff frequency of 75 Hz c 48V Enables 48 volt phantom power for the mic input Phantom power is typically needed for condenser microphones 48 is available for the microphone inputs only Caution To avoid potential microphone damage do not enable phantom power unless it is required by the mic d Pad Attenuates lowers the input signal level by 20 dB Pad is unavailable for the line inputs and the Hi Z instrument input e Polarity Inverts the polarity aka phase of the input signal f Link Links inputs 1 amp 2 so both channels are adjusted simultaneously as a stereo pair Note Link cannot be activated when a plug is inserted in t
16. does not download automat DOWNLOAD AUTHORIZATIONS ically The file is downloaded to the disk location speci Click web page button fied in the web browser s preferences 5 Load the Authorization File Double click the downloaded auth uad2 file After a few moments the Authorization Status window appears f Double click and Apollo Twin is ready for use disk file auth uad2 Authorization Status gt Authorizations successfully updated The Authorization Status window Click OK to complete the process What next Hardware and software setup is complete To learn how to adjust input and output levels proceed to the next section Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 18 Chapter 2 Quick Start Setting Hardware I O Levels This section explains how to set input gain levels for the hardware inputs mic line and Hi Z and adjust volume levels for the hardware outputs monitors and headphones Refer to the top panel illustration for control names and numbers mentioned below Important Before proceeding lower the volume of the monitor speakers and re move headphones from your ears Set Input Gains 1 Select the input channel to be adjusted by pressing the Preamp button 9 until the Channel Selection Indicator 3 displays the channel CH1 or CH2 2 Select the input type mic or line by pressing the Input Select button 11a until the Input Type indicator 5 displays the desired input jack see note below
17. input is selected automatically when an instrument cable is plugged into the front panel Hi Z input Preamp Options The two input channels each have a set of vari ous preamp options that can be activated for the Dui CER qm input withe the row of six buttons at the bottom of the top panel 48V PAD LINK The current state of the preamp options are indicated in the display panel above the preamp op tion buttons Available options are dim when inactive and bright when enabled Not all preamp options are available with all input types For specific details see the Top Panel Controls section later in this chapter MONITOR Mode When Apollo Twin is in Monitor mode all top panel controls are related to output func MONITOR tions only To adjust any output function press the MONITOR button to enter Monitor mode and activate the monitor controls O Note Input functions cannot be performed in Monitor mode Important Apollo Twin must be in Monitor mode to change the volume of the monitor or headphone outputs Output Types Apollo Twin has two main stereo output types Monitor and Headphone The Level knob is used to set the volume level for both output types The Level knob adjusts the volume for the currently selected output After switching the selected output the other output volume can be adjusted Note Line outputs 3 and 4 are controlled with software only Monitor Selection The currently selected output type is shown b
18. of the Console Settings window 20 Thunderbolt Port Connect the Thunderbolt cable not included here A Thunderbolt connection to the host computer is required to use all Apollo Twin features and UAD Powered Plug Ins Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 27 Chapter 3 Controls amp Connectors Chapter 4 Specifications Specification Tables All audio specifications are typical performance unless otherwise noted tested under the following conditions 48 kHz internal sample rate 24 bit sample depth 20 kHz mea surement bandwidth with balanced inputs and outputs SYSTEM VO Complement Microphone Inputs Analog Line Inputs Hi Z Instrument Inputs Analog Line Outputs Analog Monitor Outputs Headphone Outputs Digital Input Port TOSLINK optical Thunderbolt Port A D D A Conversion Supported Sample Rates kHz Bit Depth Per Sample Simultaneous A D conversion Simultaneous D A conversion Analog Round Trip Latency Analog Round Trip Latency with up to four serial UAD Powered Plug Ins via Console application Two Two One Two independent mix buses Two one stereo pair independent L R mix buses One stereo pair independent L R mix buses One ADAT or S PDIF selectable One Thunderbolt 2 compatible 44 1 48 88 2 96 176 4 192 24 Two channels Six channels 1 1 milliseconds 96 kHz sample rate 1 1 milliseconds 96 kHz sample rate continued Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 28 Chapter 4 Specifications
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21. 3 Adjust the channel s gain by increasing the Level knob 1 until the input meter for the channel 4 approaches maximum but does not reach the red clip LED when the input signal is present If the level is too high to avoid clipping when the red C LED illuminates enable the pad 11 4 To set the input gain for the other input channel repeat steps 1 3 Adjust Output Volumes 1 Select the output volume to be adjusted monitor or headphone by pressing the Monitor button 10 until the Monitor Selected 6 or Headphone Selected 8 indicator is lit 2 Set the volume level by carefully increasing the Level knob until the desired vol ume is reached you may need to adjust the volume of the speakers 3 To set the other output volume monitor or headphone repeat steps 1 2 Mute and Unmute Monitor Outputs 1 Select the Monitor outputs by pressing the Monitor button 10 until the Monitor Selected 6 indicator is lit 2 Press the Level knob 1 to mute the monitor outputs The Volume Level Indicator LEDs 2 are red when the monitors are muted and Monitor is selected 6 3 To toggle the monitor mute state press the Level knob 1 whenever Monitor 6 is selected e Hi Z input is automatically selected overriding the channel 1 Mic and Line inputs when a 14 mono TS tip sleeve plug is connected to the Hi Z Instrument jack 12 on the front panel e To control both channels simultaneously when a stereo
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30. UO SHARC DSP processors e Realtime UAD Processing on all analog and digital inputs e Same features and functionality as other UAD 2 devices when used with DAW e Includes UAD Powered Plug Ins Realtime Analog Classics bundle e Complete UAD Powered Plug Ins library is available online Software Console application e Enables tracking and or monitoring with Realtime UAD Processing e Remote control of Apollo Twin features and functionality e Virtual I O for routing DAW tracks through Console e Two independent stereo Auxiliary busses Console Recall plug in e Saves Apollo Twin configurations inside DAW sessions for easy recall e Facilitates control of Apollo Twin monitoring features from within the DAW e VST RTAS AAX 64 and Audio Units plug in formats UAD Meter amp Control Panel application e Configures global UAD settings and monitors system usage Other e Attractive and durable desktop form factor e Locking power supply prevents accidental disconnection e Easily updateable firmware e One year warranty includes parts and labor Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 8 Chapter 1 Introduction System Requirements e Apple Mac computer with available Thunderbolt port e Mac OS X 10 8 Mountain Lion or 10 9 Mavericks e Internet connection to download software and authorize UAD plug ins e Compatible VST Audio Units RTAS or AAX 64 plug in host application software e 2 gigabytes available disk space e Thunderbolt cable sold separately Packag
31. a 16 Installation PrOGCAUre cri e ph nm ex ER EE acts ERTES PYRUP UY Rds NERE NERAK AERE 16 Registration amp AUMAfiza ola aaa 17 Registration amp Authorization Procedure ii 17 Setting Hardware 10 Eee 19 Set MMP UE GaN Sesiinae i adai ana 19 Adjust Output VOIUMES i 19 Mute and Unmute Monitor Outputs i 19 Chapter 3 Controls amp COnDecibIS iacessenivesarku Rien ini 20 Sii 20 Operating Modes E ii 20 asc i i on 20 MONITOR Modera la 21 priest 22 Front panel rr 25 AL m 25 PEGI allel raseria cnra ia aaa 26 Chapter 4 Specifications nssnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnenennnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 28 secre La CD 28 Hardware Block Diagram ai usi ix vbad rk ERCR CAR Don ptu O AE EUN rad OU AD EEE 32 Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 4 Table Of Contents Chapter 5 NOHCOS uasisvdedebxi cud xr ia iaaa aaa aa iaaa aa 33 important Safety Informatio siesena E EE REE 33 ANG scala 34 Welcome laid 34 Repair Sel VCS cre cecagrencen ausiinessce E DTI arm REM E I UDIN ELA ES Scr SEPA DLE NIE 34 FCG COMPAN mm TT 35 LECH 36 B Mu CMS tmr 36 COpyne eT m 36 Hardware Terms and Conditions 37 End User License Agreement uuu cocoexis toco exu erba vu Ee vbt ex Rove kat aera eg E Tee cu aa ua ted rines 39 Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 5 Table Of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Welcome to Apollo Twin High Resolution Desktop Music Production with Classic An
32. al software components that produce a specific effect or effects each a Plug In as well as drivers and other enabling software together the Enabling Software If you or alternatively your Designated Entity the Customer have acquired a UA Hardware Device from A UA B a third party distributor who was at the time of acquisition expressly authorized by UA to sell the UA Hardware Device each an Authorized UA Distributor or C a Permit ted Transferor as defined in Section 2 a iv UA hereby grants Customer a worldwide subject to Section 10 below perpetual subject to Sections 1 b and 4 below non exclusive non sublicensable license to use all Plug Ins that are designated as In cluded Plug Ins on UA s website located at http uaudio com the UA Website as of the day on which the original Customer obtains a copy of the Included Plug In the Receipt Date all related Enabling Software that exists on the Receipt Date and all Updates to such Included Plug Ins and Enabling Software in each case solely for personal use if Customer is a person or internal business purposes if Customer is an entity solely in object code form and solely in connection with no more than four 4 UAD Hardware Devices the Permitted UA Hardware Devices whether or not all some or none of such Permitted Hard ware Devices connect to a computer For purposes of this Agreement Updates means a bug fix upgrade or other modifica tion
33. alog Sound Apollo Twin reinvents desktop recording by deliver vTTYTA ing legendary analog studio sound feel and flow to music creators everywhere This 2x6 Thunderbolt apollo twin audio interface for Mac combines the same impec cable 24 192 kHz audio conversion of Universal Audio s acclaimed Apollo series with onboard Real time UAD SOLO or DUO Processing Plus it intro duces new Unison technology a breakthrough in classic mic preamp emulation Record your music in real time at near zero latency through the full range of UAD plug ins from Neve Studer Man ley Lexicon API and more putting racks of vintage EGs compressors mic preamps tape ma chines reverbs and guitar amps at your fingertips A Universal Audio breakthrough Apollo Twin s Unison technology gives you the tone of the world s most sought after tube and solid state mic preamps including their all important impedance gain stage sweet spots and component level circuit behaviors Based on unprecedented hardware soft ware integration between Apollo s mic preamps and its onboard UAD plug in processing Unison lets you record through stunning emulations like the bundled UA 610 B Tube Preamp plug in O lt gt UNIVERSAL AUDIO Note For complete Unison details see the Apollo Software Manual Apollo Twin s smart feature set includes two class leading mic line preamps two analog line outputs
34. apollo twin Apollo Twin Hardware Manual Manual Version v140114 lt gt UNIVERSAL AUDIO Customer Service amp Technical Support USA Toll Free 1 877 698 2834 International 1 831 440 1176 www uaudio com A Letter from Bill Putnam Jr Thank you for deciding to make the Apollo Twin High Resolution Interface part of your music making experience We know that any new piece of gear requires an investment of time and money and our goal is to make your investment pay off The fact that we get to play a part in your creative process is what makes our efforts meaningful and we thank you for this In many ways Apollo Apollo 16 and Apollo Twin represent the best examples of what Universal Audio has stood for over its long history from UA s original founding in the 1950s by my father through our current vision of delivering the best of both analog and digital audio technologies Starting with its high quality analog I O Apollo Twin s superior sonic performance serves as its foundation This is just the beginning however as Apollo Twin is the only desktop audio interface that allows you to run UAD plug ins in real time Want to monitor yourself through a Neve console channel strip while tracking bass through a classic Fairchild or LA 2A compressor Or how about tracking vocals through a Studer tape machine with some added Lexicon reverb With our growing library of more than 90 UAD plug ins the choices are limitless
35. ck Start Overview Apollo Twin hardware and software installation and setup consists of the main steps be low These steps are detailed in this chapter Connect and power the Apollo Twin hardware Download and install the Apollo Twin software Update the Apollo Twin firmware if prompted Register the hardware and authorize UAD plug ins Learn how to adjust Apollo Twin s input and output levels VC SA WN rn System Requirements All system requirements must be met for the Apollo Twin system to operate properly Be fore proceeding with installation and authorization see the System Requirements Getting Started Videos Helpful videos are available to assist you with installation and setup Visit the Apollo Twin start page to view the videos online e www uaudio com twin thanks About Registration and Authorization The Apollo Twin hardware must be registered and authorized at my uaudio com to unlock UAD Powered Plug Ins that are bundled with the product Registration only needs to be completed once however authorization should be completed each time the Apollo Twin software is updated The Apollo Twin hardware stores its authorization and UAD licenses in the device itself so the unit can be connected to a different computer without repeating the authorization process UAD plug ins that were not bundled with the product can be evaluated without functional restriction during a demonstration mode that expires after 14 days
36. d in the User Documentation in the 90 day period after delivery to you please call the UA Customer Support Department at 877 698 2834 with details of your product serial number and proof of purchase You may be required to return the software product to the address we provide to you at the time in which case such return will be at your own cost The benefits under this warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies that you may have at law c European Economic Area Warranties i If Customer obtained the Licensed Materials in the European Economic Area EEA Cus tomer usually resides in the EEA and Customer is a consumer that is its use of the Licensed Materials is for personal nonsbusiness related purposes then Section 6 Limited Warranty does not apply to Customer s license and use of the Licensed Materials Instead UA warrants for a period of 2 years from installation that the Licensed Materials pro vides the functionalities set forth in the applicable user manual the agreed upon functionalities when used on the applicable UA Hardware Device Non substantial variation from the agreed upon functionalities will not establish any warranty rights THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO NOT FOR RESALE COPIES OF ANY SOFTWARE OR TO THE EXTENT THE SOFTWARE FAILS TO PERFORM BECAUSE IT HAS BEEN ALTERED BY CUSTOMER To make a war ranty claim Customer must notify the UA Customer Support Department during this 2 year period providing
37. dBFS 0 11 dB 10 Ohms INF to 0 dB 80 milliwatts into 600 Ohms continued 30 Chapter 4 Specifications DIGITAL INPUTS S PDIF Connector Type Optical TOSLINK JIS FO5 shared with ADAT Format IEC958 Supported Sample Rates kHz 44 1 48 88 2 96 S PDIF Input Channels Two Stereo L R ADAT Connector Type Optical TOSLINK JIS FO5 shared with S PDIF Format ADAT Digital Lightpipe with S MUX Supported Sample Rates kHz 44 1 48 88 2 96 172 4 192 ADAT Input Channels Q 44 1 kHz 48 kHz 1 8 ADAT Input Channels 88 2 kHz 96 kHz 1 4 S MUX ADAT Input Channels 176 4 kHz 192 kHz 1 2 S MUX Clock Synchronization Sources Internal S PDIF ADAT digital clock sync source conditional per selected digital input type Power Supply External AC to DC AC Connector Type Changable blades UL VDE UK SSA CCC AC Requirements 100V 240V AC 50 60 Hz DC Connector Type Male plug 2 1 mm x 5 5 mm center positive DC Requirements 12 VDC 5 Maximum Power Consumption 12 Watts ENVIRONMENTAL Operating Temperature Range 32 to 95 Farenheit 0 to 35 Celcius Storage Temperature Range 40 to 176 Farenheit 40 to 80 Celcius Operating Humidity Range 20 to 80 Dimensions Width 6 31 Height 2 60 Depth Chassis Only 5 86 Depth Including Knob amp Jack Protrusions 6 20 Shipping Box Length x Width x Height 8 x 8 x 5 5 20 32cm x 20 32cm x 13 97cm Weight Shipping Weight with box am
38. dditional digital input via Optical connection Uncompromising analog design superior components and premium build quality Runs UAD Powered Plug Ins via Audio Units VST RTAS amp AAX64 in all major DAWs All Features Audio Interface Sample rates up to 192 kHz at 24 bit word length Up to 10 x 6 simultaneous input output channels e Two channels of analog to digital conversion via Two balanced mic line inputs e One Hi Z instrument input e Six channels of digital to analog conversion via e Digitally controlled stereo monitor outputs e Stereo headphone outputs Line outputs 3 4 e Up to eight channels of digital inputs via e Eight channels ADAT optical with S MUX for high sample rates or Two channels S PDIF optical with sample rate conversion 64 bit device drivers PCle audio drivers 96 kHz maximum on S PDIF digital inputs Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 7 Chapter 1 Introduction Microphone Preamplifiers e Two high resolution ultra transparent digitally controlled analog mic preamps e Front panel and software control of all preamp parameters e Low cut filter 48V phantom power 20 dB pad polarity inversion and stereo linking Monitoring e Digitally controlled analog monitor outputs maintains highest fidelity e ndependently addressable stereo headphone outputs e Independently addressable line outputs 3 4 can be used for additional cue mix e Front panel control of monitor levels and muting UAD 2 Inside e One SOLO or two D
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40. e Contents e Apollo Twin unit e Power supply with 4 AC connectors Changeable AC connectors for USA Europe UK Australia and China e URL card Installation Software For installation software quick start videos and other info visit e www uaudio com twin start Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 9 Chapter 1 Introduction Operational Overview Audio Interface First and foremost Apollo Twin is a premium 2x6 Thunderbolt audio interface with world class 24 bit 192 kHz audio conversion Apollo Twin connects to the outputs and inputs of other audio gear and performs analog to digital A D and digital to analog D A audio conversions on the gear s signals The digital audio signals are routed into and out of the host computer via the high speed PCle protocol which is carried on a single Thunderbolt cable Apollo Twin leverages Universal Audio s expertise in DSP acceleration UAD Powered Plug Ins and analog hardware design by integrating the latest cutting edge technologies in high perfor mance A D D A conversion DSP signal reconstruction and host connectivity Apollo Twin acts as both an audio interface with integrated DSP effects for tracking and monitoring as well as a fully integrated UAD 2 DSP accelerator for mixing and mastering About Realtime UAD Processing Apollo Twin has the ability to run UAD Powered Plug Ins in realtime Apollo Twin s groundbreak ing DSP FPGA technology enable UAD plug ins to run with latencies
41. e DAW environment UAD System Manual The UAD System Manual is the complete operation manual for Apollo s UAD 2 function ality and applies to the entire UAD product line It contains detailed information about installing and configuring UAD devices the UAD Meter amp Control Panel application how to use UAD plug ins within a DAW obtaining optional plug in licenses at the UA online store and more It includes everything about UAD except Apollo Twin specific informa tion and individual UAD Powered Plug In descriptions UAD Plug Ins Manual The features and functionality of all the individual UAD Powered Plug Ins is detailed in the UAD Plug Ins Manual Refer to that document to learn about the operation controls and user interface of each plug in that is developed by Universal Audio Direct Developer Plug Ins UAD Powered Plug Ins includes plug ins from our Direct Developer partners Documen tation for these 3rd party plug ins are separate files that are written and provided by the plug in developers themselves The filenames for these plug ins are the same as the plug in title names Host DAW Documentation Each host DAW application has its own particular methods for configuring audio inter faces and using plug ins Refer to the host DAW s documentation for specific instructions about using audio interface and plug in features within the DAW Hyperlinks Links to other manual sections and web pages are highlighted in blue text
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43. e application See the Apollo Software Manual for details PREAMP Mode When Apollo Twin is in Preamp mode all top panel controls are related to the PREAMP input functions only To adjust any input function press the PREAMP button to enter Preamp mode and activate the input channel controls O Note Monitor and headphone functions cannot be performed in Preamp mode Preamp Channels Apollo Twin has two analog input channels and one set of input channel controls The channel controls adjust all channel functions for the currently selected channel After switching the selected channel the other channel can be adjusted Channel Selection The currently selected channel is shown by the CH1 and CH2 indicators at the upper left of the main display panel above the input meters The top panel controls only adjust the functions for the currently selected channel When in Preamp mode press the PREAMP button or the LEVEL knob to change the selected channel Press again to switch back to the other channel Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 20 Chapter 3 Controls amp Connectors Input Type Each input channel has one preamplifier The input source used by the preamp can be the mic input or the line input The input source is determined by the pressing the INPUT button when the channel is selected The input type is shown by the indicators below the input meters On channel 1 only the Hi Z instrument can be used as the input type The Hi Z
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47. functionality as detailed below All documentation is copied to the computer during software installation documentation can also be downloaded from our website All manuals are in PDF format PDF files require a free PDF reader application such as Preview included with Mac OS X After software installation all documentation can be found on the startup drive at the following location e Macintosh HD Applications Universal Audio Tip Documentation can also be accessed by clicking the View Documentation button in the Help panel within the UAD Meter amp Control Panel application Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 11 Chapter 1 Introduction Apollo Twin Hardware Manual The Apollo Twin Hardware Manual contains complete information about the audio inter face hardware Included are detailed descriptions for all Apollo Twin hardware features control functions and connections Refer to this hardware manual to learn about inter facing the hardware with other devices operating the panel controls specifications and related information Apollo Software Manual The Apollo Software Manual is the companion guide to the Apollo Twin Hardware manu al It contains detailed information about how to configure and control Apollo s software features using the Console application and Console Recall plug in Refer to the Apollo Software Manual to learn how to operate these software tools and integrate Apollo s audio interface functionality into th
48. hat is not connected to the Internet see Offline Authorization in the UAD System Manual Registration amp Authorization Procedure To register and authorize Apollo Twin follow the steps below Note Registration is not a separate procedure it s part of the initial authorization process and only occurs once 1 Launch the UAD Meter amp Control Panel To open the application click its icon in the Mac OS X Dock Click Launching the UAD Meter amp Control Panel 2 Open the UAD Meter s Plug Ins Panel To access the panel first click the menu button in the UAD Meter window 1 then select Plug Ins from the drop menu 2 D 1 Click lt 2 Select Accessing the Plug Ins panel within the UAD Meter amp Control Panel application Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 17 Chapter 2 Quick Start 3 Click the Authorize Plug Ins Button The button is located in the Plug Ins panel see 2 above UAD Control Panel System Info Configuration Click Authorize Plug Ins Clicking the Authorize Plug Ins button in the UAD Meter amp Control Panel Your web browser will connect to the UA online store and our web pages will guide you through the process of process of creating an account registering your hardware and claiming bundled UAD Powered Plug Ins 4 Download the Authorization File Click the blue Download Authorizations button on the final registration page if file
49. he Hi Z jack 12 Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 24 Chapter 3 Controls amp Connectors Front Panel Refer to the illustration below for control descriptions in this section n c c QQ co co c3 c3 12 N43 lt gt UNIVERSAL AUDIO 288 13 Apollo Twin s front panel elements 12 Hi Z Instrument Input Connect any guitar bass or other high impedance instrument here This jack automati cally overrides the channel 1 mic and line inputs Levels for the Hi Z input are set using the same method as the mic and line inputs Note This jack accepts a 14 mono tip sleeve plug only 13 Headphone Output Connect 1 4 stereo headphones here Volume is set with the Level knob 1 when Head phone 8 is selected with the Monitor button 10 Side Panel Kensington Security Slot not shown The anti theft security slot on the side panel connects to any standard Kensington lock Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 25 Chapter 3 Controls amp Connectors Rear Panel Refer to the illustration below for control descriptions in this section Note All rear panel 14 jacks can accept unbalanced TS tip sleeve or balanced TRS tip ring sleeve connections LINEOUT MONITOR 3 MIC LINE 2 MIC LINE 1 VITTI BAO 9 1 0 deo 185 Mg e e 9 re NES NZ OFF ON 12VDCp 17 16 15 14 Apollo Twin s rear panel elements 14 Mic L
50. icular purpose Universal Audio Inc shall not be liable for errors contained herein or direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this material Trademarks Universal Audio the Universal Audio diamond logo UAD UAD Series UAD 1 UAD 2 UAD 2 SOLO UAD 2 DUO UAD 2 QUAD UAD 2 OCTO Powered Plug Ins 1176LN 1176SE Teletronix LA 2A LA 3A LA 610 LA 610MkII 2 1176 610 2 610 6176 710 Twin Finity 2192 4 710d Cambridge EQ DreamVerb Plate 140 Precision Lim iter RealVerb Pro Precision Buss Compressor Precision De Esser Precision Maximizer Satellite Satellite DUO Satellite QUAD Apollo Apollo DUO Apollo QUAD Apollo 16 Analog Ears Digital Minds and Helios are trademarks or registered trademarks of Uni versal Audio Inc Other company and product names mentioned herein are trademarks of their respective owners Copyright Copyright 2014 Universal Audio Inc All rights reserved This manual and any associated software artwork product designs and design concepts are subject to copyright protection No part of this document may be reproduced in any form without prior written permission of Universal Audio Inc Your rights to the Software are governed by the accompanying End User License Agreement Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 36 Chapter 5 Notices Hardware Terms and Conditions UNIVERSAL AUDIO INC HARDWARE TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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52. in the sub 2ms range and multiple plug ins can be stacked in series without additional latency Realtime UAD Processing facilitates the ultimate sonic experience while monitoring and or tracking Note Apollo Twin like other UAD 2 devices can only load UAD Powered Plug Ins which are specifically designed to run on UAD 2 DSP accelerators Native host based plug ins cannot run on the UAD 2 DSP Console Software The Console software application runs on the host computer and is used to control Apollo Twin mixing and monitoring with Realtime UAD Processing access the audio interface 1 O settings and more Console s analog style workflow is designed to provide quick access to the most com monly needed features in a familiar easy to use mixer interface Realtime UAD Processing is a special function that is available only within Console All of Apollo Twin s analog and digital inputs can perform Realtime UAD processing simultaneously and Console inputs with or without Realtime UAD Processing can be routed into the DAW for recording Console controls Apollo Twin s digital mixer so you can monitor Apollo Twin s inputs with or without Realtime UAD Processing without using any other audio software such as a DAW Console is integral to unleashing the power of Apollo Twin For complete details about how to use Console and Realtime UAD Processing refer to the Apollo Software Manual Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 10 Chapter 1 Introduct
53. ine Inputs 1 amp 2 The jacks for channels 1 amp 2 accept either a male XLR plug for connecting to the mic input or a 14 phone plug for connecting to the line input The input that is used for the channel mic or line is specified with the Input Type but ton 11a 15 Monitor Outputs Connect the powered monitor speakers or speaker amplifiers here Volume is set with the Level knob 1 when Monitor is selected 6 with the Monitor button 10 16 Line Outputs 3 amp 4 These 1 4 phone outputs are accessed via software Console or DAW Line outputs 3 amp 4 are used to send audio to other equipment 17 Power Supply Input The included power supply must be connected here Apollo Twin cannot be bus pow ered Rotate locking connector to prevent accidental disconnection Important After ensuring the locking barrel tabs are aligned with the chassis slots and the barrel is fully inserted rotate the barrel to secure the connector to the chassis 18 Power Switch This rocker switch applies power to Apollo Twin Switch to OFF when not in use Caution Before powering Apollo Twin lower the volume of the monitor speakers and remove headphones from your ears Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 26 Chapter 3 Controls amp Connectors 19 Optical In This is a TOSLINK input for connection to other gear with an optical ADAT or S PDIF output Note The protocol to be used ADAT or S PDIF is specified in the Interface panel
54. ion UAD Powered Plug Ins in a DAW Apollo Twin and UAD plug ins can also be used within a DAW without the use of Console UAD plug ins loaded within the DAW operate like other non UAD plug ins except the processing occurs on the Apollo Twin DSP instead of the host computer s processor In this scenario UAD plug ins are subject to the latencies incurred by I O buffering For details about using UAD Powered Plug Ins in a DAW see the UAD System Manual Standalone Use Although the Console application is required to utilize all Apollo Twin features the hard ware unit can be used as a digital mixer with limited functionality without a Thunderbolt connection to a host computer All currently active I O assignments signal routings and monitor settings are saved to in ternal firmware when Apollo Twin is powered down and persist when power is re applied Therefore the last used settings are always available even when a host computer is not connected Note that UAD plug in instantiations are not retained on power down because the plug in files reside on the host computer However if UAD plug ins are active when Apollo Twin s connection to the host system is lost if the Thunderbolt cable is unplugged the current UAD plug in configurations remain active for processing until Apollo Twin is pow ered down About Apollo Twin Documentation Documentation for all Apollo components is extensive so instructions are separated by areas of
55. ional DVeIVIBW eee nica iii ari DRRR AR KUD E EUEHU Up EE M PR SERERE 10 Podio libet a B cese sica ee Snnt RERE Sonet ne 10 About Realtime VAD Processing ii 10 Console Software sazia iena iaia iaia TERRIS EENE TEA 10 WAD Powered Plug Ins in a DAW scissa c cex ia al 11 Standalone WSC sore E E ne 11 About Apollo Twin DOGUMEenNtalionie rela 11 Apollo Twin Hardware Manual iii 12 Apollo Software Manual sss siirinsesi a nia ai ea 12 VAD System Manuali 12 UAD Plus lms Mandaliast lean 12 Direct Developer P ugzlns nno rip vu ii ia 12 Host DAW Documentation i 12 Taf TREE ETT EE IDEEN DESEE 12 Glossa Dr C E a 13 Support Web PaP S ar cease qus sekgriq tee no c ipte a adean aia usted 13 TECHNICA Support serio bep ptr itor eresie fera aiar ina 13 Telephone SUDDOPL mdrsin dite nore onec te dedekendas ad ons eae aE tex autore dad d EAE Deme ira 13 Izmizilbsilep 13 Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 3 Table Of Contents Chapter 2 QUICK Start sisi ria 14 QUEL ai 14 System REQUIFEMENTS ita 14 Getting Started Videos init iii 14 About Registration and Authorization i 14 EE CEI RR RS 15 Select a Suitable Location e 15 Connect to Computer and Power iii 15 Connect to Input Sources and Monitor SystemM i 15 Software risalita 16 Preparationii sulaal cieca da 16 SOEN El AU olo Feli EE il n
56. m LINE DUE MONITOR m m OPTICAL IN 6 POWER Typical setup connections Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 15 Chapter 2 Quick Start Software Installation Preparation e Close all open files and applications before starting the software installation pro cedure the installer requires a restart after installation e f you are updating to a newer version of Apollo Twin software it is not necessary to remove the previous Apollo Twin software or hardware from the system before installing the newer software Software Updates The latest Apollo Twin software version is always recommended Please check our web site for the latest software e www uaudio com twin start Installation Procedure Note Before proceeding verify the Apollo Twin hardware unit is powered and con nected to the host computer via Thunderbolt see Hardware Setup for details To install the Apollo Twin software 1 With an Internet web browser go to www uaudio com twin start and lt gt download the software installer The installer file is downloaded to the E disk location specified in the web browser s preferences l NA 2 Launch the installer The application will guide you through the pro cess 3 If prompted to update the Apollo Twin firmware click OK then wait for confirma tion that the update is complete see below for more firmware update de
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59. nse 20 Hz 20 kHz 0 1 dB Input Impedance 1M Ohms Maximum Input Level Minimum Gain 10 dBV Maximum Input Level Maximum Gain 45 dBV continued Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 29 Chapter 4 Specifications ANALOG I O Line Outputs 3 amp 4 Jack Type Dynamic Range A weighting Signal to Noise Ratio A weighting Total Harmonic Distortion Noise Frequency Response Stereo Level Balance Channel Separation Output Impedance Maximum Output Level Monitor Outputs 1 amp 2 Jack Type Frequency Response Dynamic Range A weighting Signal to Noise Ratio A weighting Total Harmonic Distortion Noise Channel Separation Stereo Level Balance Output Impedance Output Gain Range Maximum Output Level Operating Reference Level Stereo Headphones Output Jack Type Frequency Response Dynamic Range A weighting Signal to Noise Ratio A weighting Channel Separation Total Harmonic Distortion Noise Stereo Level Balance Output Impedance Output Gain Range Maximum Output Power Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 14 Female TRS Balanced 118 dB 118 dB 107 dBFS 20 Hz 20 kHz 0 1 dB 0 05 dB Greater than 120 dB 600 Ohms 18 dBV 14 Female TRS Balanced 20 Hz 20 kHz 0 1 dB 115 dB 115 dB 105 dBFS Greater than 118 dB 0 05 dB 600 Ohms 96 dB to 0 dB 18 dBV 14 dBu 20 dBu selectable 14 Female TRS Stereo unbalanced 20 Hz 20 kHz 0 1 dB 113 dB 113 dB Greater than 110 dB 101
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64. p accessories 3 85 pounds Weight bare unit 2 35 pounds Package Contents Apollo Twin Unit SOLO or DUO External Power Supply with 4 changeable AC connectors supporting USA Europe UK Australia China URL Card Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 31 Chapter 4 Specifications Hardware Block Diagram TANVd LNOHH NOHd33 YOSSI0OHd Onay asa WHC ouvHs asa mvaa OUVHS SUL b I va IMO SINOHdOV3H va SUL vll avd i via oO INO 3NM 193138 ngpp t Sn NSPOL ngpr OH ava va 0 no 3NM I OL ngpp Lidi AaPOL ngp OH ava i va O O Y 110 NOW 193738 3INNIOA ngpoz n pit suis PAPOT NOP INdINO OH ava via O O TANONOW TORS INMOA ngpoz ngprL INdINO SLAdLNO 9OTVNV JOYLNOD IN31SAS ONAS SNPIOO 1O H3XIIN 80 NVHOVIGO MOO 18 3HVMQWVH NIML OTTOdY 12 FOVAHILNI LSOH ni LIOGHIONNHL OldO LAdNI 1VOILdO SUL h t avd y OH avd he O LNO NI lt NI 3NIT 3 1VIN323 H IX 2 NI DIN OO vd DIN V 440 N0 A8b A8v avd
65. put s if a red C clip LED at the top of the Output Meters illuminates Exception If HEADPHONES is currently selected on Apollo Twin and the Head phone Source in Console is set to HP these output meters indicate the level being sent to the headphone bus via Console s headphone sends and or the DAW 8 Headphone Selected Indicator When lit the Level knob 1 controls the volume of the headphones output 13 Press the Monitor button 9 to activate the headphones controls you may need to push it twice 9 Preamp Button Press PREAMP to activate the input channel controls Press again to alternate between channels 1 amp 2 Tip You can also switch between channels 1 amp 2 by pressing the Level knob 1 but only when in Preamp Mode when the input controls are active 10 Monitor Button Press MONITOR to activate the control of volume levels with the Level knob 1 Press again to alternate between control of the monitor and headphone volumes Tip Indicators 6 and 8 determine which volume monitor or headphone is be ing controlled with the Level knob 1 Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 23 Chapter 3 Controls amp Connectors 11 Preamp Option Buttons These six buttons control the preamp options a f below when the input channel is selected 3 The preamp option is active when its indicator is lit When Monitor 6 or Headphone 8 is selected the preamp options cannot be modified and this portion of the
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67. s The LEDs around the Level knob indicate the relative level of the selected function in put preamp gain or monitor headphone volume Note The indicator LEDs are red when Monitor 10 is selected and the monitor outputs are muted Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 22 Chapter 3 Controls amp Connectors 3 Channel Selection Indicators The currently selected input channel is indicated by the lit channel name above its input meter CH1 or CH2 Press the Preamp button 9 to switch between channels 1 amp 2 Tip You can also switch between channels 1 amp 2 by pressing the Level knob 1 but only when in Preamp Mode when the input controls are active 4 Input Meters These meters display the incoming signal level for input channels 1 amp 2 Reduce the channel s preamp gain see Setting Levels if its red clip LED illuminates 5 Input Type Indicators These indicators show which input type mic line or Hi Z is active for the selected channel Use the Input Select button 11a to change the input type Note Hi Z input is available for channel 1 only 6 Monitor Selected Indicator When lit the Level knob 1 controls volume and muting of the monitor outputs 15 Press the Monitor button 10 to activate the monitor controls 7 Stereo Output Meters These meters display the main stereo signal output levels Main output levels are inde pendent of monitor and headphone volume levels Reduce levels feeding the out
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69. source is connected press the Link button 11 when an input is selected 9 e Line outputs 3 amp 4 are accessed and controlled via software only Console or DAW What Next Refer to the Apollo Software Manual to learn how to configure the audio interface set tings use the Console application and Realtime UAD Processing and more Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 19 Chapter 2 Quick Start Chapter 3 Controls amp Connectors Complete details about the Apollo Twin hardware controls and all connector jacks on the front and rear panels are provided in this chapter Note To set input gain levels mic line and Hi Z and output volumes monitors and headphones see Setting Hardware I O Levels in the Quick Start chapter Controls Overview Some Apollo Twin controls have multiple functions The function of each control depends on the current operating mode and the current settings within that mode To control a particular setting the control must be activated for the function Operating Modes Apollo Twin s top panel has two operating modes Preamp and Monitor The function and availability of the top panel controls vary depending on the active operating mode The active mode is selected with the PREAMP and MONITOR buttons Press the button to activate the mode Each mode is explained in greater detail below Note All top panel functions can be operated concurrently without switching modes from within the companion Console softwar
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71. tails 4 Proceed to Registration amp Authorization in the next section to complete the setup process About Firmware Updates e Firmware updates for the Apollo Twin hardware unit may occasionally be included within the software to enhance system functionality e For optimum results always update the firmware by clicking OK if prompted by the software e A confirmation dialog will appear after the firmware update After this notification power down the Apollo Twin hardware The first time after power is reapplied the hardware will take an extra 20 30 seconds to initialize after which the firmware update process is complete e The Apollo Twin software only prompts for firmware updates if available during software installation and or when the UAD Meter amp Control Panel application is launched Firmware prompts will only appear if the hardware unit is connected and powered Important Do not interrupt system power during any firmware update routines Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 16 Chapter 2 Quick Start Registration amp Authorization Before proceeding confirm that the Apollo Twin software is already installed the com puter was restarted after installation and the Apollo Twin hardware is powered and connected to the computer via Thunderbolt the hardware and software systems must be communicating properly Important The following procedure requires the computer to be connected to the Internet To authorize a system t
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76. y the MONITOR and HEADPHONE MONITOR indicators at the right of the main display above and below the output meters The Level knob adjusts volume for the currently selected output When in Monitor mode press the MONITOR button to change the selected output Press again to switch to the other output Monitor Mute When MONITOR is selected press the Level knob to mute silence the stereo monitor outputs The green Level indicators the ring of LEDs around the knob are RED when the monitor out puts are muted Press again to unmute the monitor outputs HEADPHONE Apollo Twin Hardware Manual 21 Chapter 3 Controls amp Connectors Top Panel Refer to the illustration below for control descriptions in this section TTT 1 apollo twin 2 3 6 4 1 AENEAN 7 RES 8 9 10 11 Apollo Twin s top panel elements 1 Level Knob amp Switch The Level knob amp switch controls multiple functions The knob s current function is se lected with the Preamp 9 and Monitor 10 buttons Rotate clockwise to increase level of the selected function When Monitor is selected 6 press to mute unmute the monitor outputs When Preamp is selected 3 press to alter nate between channels 1 amp 2 Unison Integration The Level knob can also be used to control Unison enabled UAD preamp plug ins See the Apollo Software Manual for complete Unison de tails 2 Preamp Gain amp Volume Level Indicator LED

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