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- Page 1 APOGEE SYMPHONY I/O MK II SOUNDGRID USER’S GUIDE Symphony I/O Mk II SoundGrid User’s Guide for units equipped with the WSG Option Card Version 1.0, January 2018 Page 1...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
APOGEE SYMPHONY I/O MK II SOUNDGRID USER’S GUIDE Contents Introduction to WSG Systems Panel Tour SoundGrid Option Card Compatible Modules Incompatible Module Cards Getting Started Registration Software Download Connections Basic setup: Expanded Setup: SoundGrid Studio Software Automatic Configuration Symphony I/O Mk II Control Panel About &... -
Page 3: Introduction To Wsg Systems
Since Symphony I/O MkII with WSG Option Card is a single piece of this network system, this document is limited to explaining features and details specific to the Apogee Symphony I/O Mk II Soundgrid unit. All functions, settings, and controls other than your recording program will be done via various SoundGrid software as there is no Apogee-specific software involved. -
Page 4: Compatible Modules
Compatible Modules The following Module Cards are compatible with Symphony I/O Mk II SoundGrid. Any combination of these cards can be used with the exception of the Mic Pre Module which must be installed into the top Slot 2 with an 8x8 Mk II or 16x16 Mk II module in the bottom Slot 1. -
Page 5: Incompatible Module Cards
● The Thunderbolt card, Pro Tools HD option card, and any other option cards will not work in a Symphony I/O Mk II SoundGrid unit. ● A Symphony I/O Mk II Soundgrid unit cannot be turned into a different unit by removing the SoundGrid card and installing another option card. -
Page 6: Getting Started
APOGEE SYMPHONY I/O MK II SOUNDGRID USER’S GUIDE Getting Started Registration You must have a Waves account in order to get the software, drivers, and any licenses needed for the WSG system. To register your device, log into your Waves account at ... -
Page 7: Connections
● The SoundGrid software integrates the Symphony I/O MkII with your audio software via ASIO drivers on a PC, or CoreAudio drivers on a Mac. No separate Apogee software needs to be installed. ● *Monitoring must be done via your recording software as there is no low-latency eMotion ST Mixer. -
Page 8: Soundgrid Studio Software
Make sure your Symphony I/O Mk II is connected to your system, and the “Net” light on the SoundGrid card is Blue. Note: The first time you run and configure your Apogee Symphony I/O MkII WSG, you may be prompted to update the firmware of your device. If this happens follow the onscreen instructions. -
Page 9: Automatic Configuration
APOGEE SYMPHONY I/O MK II SOUNDGRID USER’S GUIDE Automatic Configuration If this is your first time setting up your system, use the Automatic Configuration Wizard to make the settings for you. To do this: 1. Select the Setup tab at the top of the screen. -
Page 10: Symphony I/O Mk Ii Control Panel
APOGEE SYMPHONY I/O MK II SOUNDGRID USER’S GUIDE Symphony I/O Mk II Control Panel Use the Symphony Control Panel to view information and settings specific to the Apogee Symphony I/O Mk II. To access the Symphony I/O Mk II Control Panel, find the unit in the SoundGrid Studio software’s SETUP page for Rack A - Hardware I/O... -
Page 11: About & System Info Screen
APOGEE SYMPHONY I/O MK II SOUNDGRID USER’S GUIDE Top Bar At the top of each Control Panel page is a banner used to load and save device presets, and to identify device hardware. These Top Bar controls do not change no matter what page of the Control Panel you view. -
Page 12: Clock Screen
APOGEE SYMPHONY I/O MK II SOUNDGRID USER’S GUIDE Clock Screen Use the Clock page to set the clock source and sample rate for the device and to assess clock status. Clock controls are on the left side of the page, status indicators are on the right. -
Page 13: Controls Screen
APOGEE SYMPHONY I/O MK II SOUNDGRID USER’S GUIDE ● Status - Reports the presence or absence of sync between the Symphony I/O Mk II and the SoundGrid network. ● Current Clock Source Is - Displays the current sync method. This may differ from the choice made in the Source menu. -
Page 14: Inputs Tab
2. Digital Ref level - Decides the reference point at which this channel’s analog input signal will be converted to a digital signal. 3. Soft Limit - Apogee’s proprietary analog circuit which attenuates transient peaks of the input signal at a threshold of -4dBfs before conversion to digital. -
Page 15: When A Mic Pre Module Is Installed
APOGEE SYMPHONY I/O MK II SOUNDGRID USER’S GUIDE When a Mic Pre Module is installed The following additional controls become available: 1. Analog Level Type Selector additional entries: ○ Choose M ic when connecting microphones or direct boxes, or any devices that needs to run through a microphone preamplifier. -
Page 16: Outputs Tab
APOGEE SYMPHONY I/O MK II SOUNDGRID USER’S GUIDE Outputs Tab 1. Analog Level type selector - Set the analog level for each A/D conversion channel. ○ Choose + 4 dBu when connecting to "pro" gear with outputs at a +4 dBu nominal level. -
Page 17: Monitor
APOGEE SYMPHONY I/O MK II SOUNDGRID USER’S GUIDE Monitor Use this section of the Outputs tab to select and control the Headphones and Main speaker outputs. 1. Headphones Source - Selects the output pair that is sent to the Headphones output. -
Page 18: Trims
APOGEE SYMPHONY I/O MK II SOUNDGRID USER’S GUIDE Trims Use the TRIM button to reveal trim controls for Inputs/Outputs set to the Line-Level +4dBu or -10dBV setting. ● Trims adjust by 0.1dB increments and are useful for calibration of input and output analog signals. -
Page 19: Setup Screen
APOGEE SYMPHONY I/O MK II SOUNDGRID USER’S GUIDE Setup screen ● Meters - Use these controls to set the amount of time that peak and over indications are held on software and front panel meters. ● Insert Labels - When a Mic Pre I/O Module is installed, use these text boxes to enter labels for each of the eight insert send/return pairs. -
Page 20: Reference
Resetting the SoundGrid Network Card If an unsuccessful firmware update results in the Symphony I/O Mk II SoundGrid no longer being recognized by MultiRack or SoundGrid Studio (the device is not showing in the inventory panel), you can use the Reset button to try to recover the unit.