Universal Audio Apollo Twin Hardware Manual
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- Page 1 Apollo Twin Hardware Manual Manual Version 150408 Customer Service & Technical Support: USA Toll-Free: +1-877-698-2834 International: +1-831-440-1176 www.uaudio.com...
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Page 2: A Letter From Bill Putnam Jr
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. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Click any section or page number to jump directly to that page. A Letter from Bill Putnam Jr................ii Chapter 1: Introduction ................. 4 Welcome to Apollo Twin ..................4 Apollo Twin Features ..................5 Operational Overview ..................7 About Apollo Twin Documentation ............... 9 Web Documentation .................. -
Page 4: Chapter 1: Introduction
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. -
Page 5: Apollo Twin Features
• Two high-resolution, ultra-transparent, digitally-controlled analog mic preamps • Front panel and software control of all preamp parameters • Low cut filter, 48V phantom power, 20 dB pad, polarity inversion, and stereo linking *96 kHz maximum on S/PDIF digital inputs Apollo Twin Hardware Manual Chapter 1: Introduction... - Page 6 Console Recall plug-in: • Saves Apollo Twin configurations inside DAW sessions for easy recall • Facilitates control of Apollo Twin monitoring features from within the DAW • VST, RTAS, AAX 64, and Audio Units plug-in formats UAD Meter & Control Panel application: •...
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Page 7: Operational Overview
A/D-D/A conversion, DSP signal reconstruction, and host connectiv- ity. 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 mas- tering. - Page 8 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.
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Page 9: About Apollo Twin Documentation
The features and functionality of all individual UAD Powered Plug-Ins is detailed in the UAD Plug-Ins Manual. Refer to this document to learn about the operation, controls, and user interface of each UAD plug-in that is developed by Universal Audio. Direct Developer Plug-Ins UAD Powered Plug-Ins includes plug-ins created by our Direct Developer partners. -
Page 10: Web Documentation
Apollo Support Page The latest technical information for Apollo is posted on the Universal Audio website. The Apollo Thunderbolt support page contains updated, late-breaking information that is not available in other publications. Please visit this page for the latest news: •... -
Page 11: Technical Support
Technical Support Universal Audio provides free customer support to all registered Apollo users. Support specialists are available to assist you via email and telephone during normal business hours, which are from 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday, Pacific Standard Time. -
Page 12: Chapter 2: Quick Start
Chapter 2: Quick Start Quick Start Overview Apollo Twin hardware and software installation and setup consists of these main steps, which are detailed in this chapter: Hardware Setup: Connect and power the Apollo Twin hardware Software Setup: Download and install the Apollo Twin software... -
Page 13: Hardware Setup
Hardware Setup Select a Suitable Location • Locate Apollo Twin on a flat surface so its feet will maintain airflow beneath the unit. • The location should be sturdy enough to securely hold its weight and withstand the pressure of operating the top panel controls. -
Page 14: Software Setup
Apollo Twin Documentation for related information. System Requirements All system requirements must be met for Apollo Twin to operate properly. Before proceed- ing with installation, see the system requirements in the Apollo Software Manual. Software Installation The software must be installed to use the hardware and UAD plug-ins. The UAD Powered Plug-Ins software installer contains the Apollo Twin software and drivers. -
Page 15: Connect To Input Sources And Monitor System
Connect to Input Sources and Monitor System One typical Apollo Twin setup is illustrated below. For complete details about all of Apollo Twin's connectors and controls, see Chapter 3: Controls & Connectors. Instrument Headphones Speaker Microphone System LINE OUT MONITOR... -
Page 16: Setting Hardware I/O Levels
• Line outputs 3 & 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 Chapter 2: Quick Start... -
Page 17: Chapter 3: Controls & Connectors
PREAMP Mode When Apollo Twin is in Preamp mode, all top panel controls are related to the input functions only. To adjust any input function, press the PREAMP button to enter Preamp mode and activate the input channel controls. - Page 18 Controls section later in this chapter. MONITOR Mode When Apollo Twin is in Monitor mode, all top panel controls are related to output func- tions only. To adjust any output function, press the MONITOR button to enter Monitor mode and activate the monitor controls.
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Page 19: Top Panel
Top Panel Refer to the illustration below for control descriptions in this section. Apollo Twin’s top panel elements (1) Level Knob & Switch The Level knob & switch controls multiple functions. The knob’s current function is se- lected with the Preamp (9) and Monitor (10) buttons. - Page 20 “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.
- Page 21 Unison details. Refer to the illustration below for control descriptions in this section. Apollo Twin’s preamp option buttons (a) Input Select Selects the active input jack for the channel. Press to alternate between the mic & line inputs. The current selection is displayed by the input type indicators (5).
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Page 22: Front Panel
Front Panel Refer to the illustration below for control descriptions in this section. 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. -
Page 23: Rear Panel
(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. - Page 24 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. Note: Apollo Twin may be connected to a Thunderbolt 1 or Thunderbolt 2 port. Apollo Twin Hardware Manual...
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Page 25: Chapter 4: Specifications
Six channels Analog Round-Trip Latency 1.1 milliseconds @ 96 kHz sample rate Analog Round-Trip Latency with up to four serial 1.1 milliseconds @ 96 kHz sample rate UAD Powered Plug-Ins via Console application (continued) Apollo Twin Hardware Manual Chapter 4: Specifications... - Page 26 Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise –101 dBFS Frequency Response 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 Chapter 4: Specifications...
- Page 27 113 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A–weighting) 113 dB Channel Separation Greater than 110 dB Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise –101 dBFS Stereo Level Balance ±0.11 dB Maximum Output Power 80 milliwatts into 600 Ohms (continued) Apollo Twin Hardware Manual Chapter 4: Specifications...
- Page 28 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 Getting Started URL Card Apollo Twin Hardware Manual Chapter 4: Specifications...
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Page 29: Hardware Block Diagram
Hardware Block Diagram Apollo Twin Hardware Manual Chapter 4: Specifications... -
Page 30: Chapter 5: Notices
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. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service person- nel. Apollo Twin Hardware Manual Chapter 5: Notices... -
Page 31: Warranty
Warranty Universal Audio provides a warranty on all hardware products. To learn more, please visit www.uaudio.com/support/warranty.html or contact Technical Support. This limited war- ranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary by state or country. - Page 32 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 particular 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.
- Page 33 Universal Audio, Inc. 4585 Scotts Valley Drive Scotts Valley, CA 95066 USA Customer Service & Technical Support: USA Toll-Free: +1-877-698-2834 International: +1-831-440-1176 www.uaudio.com...