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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Routing Matrix - Terminology ....................39 'MIXER' Tab ............................40 'HDX' Tab ............................... 41 'AFX' Tab ..............................42 'TRIMS' Tab ............................43 'METERS' Tab ............................45 GETTING STARTED WITH DANTE® ....................46 Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...
  • Page 3 CUSTOMER SUPPORT INFORMATION .................... 49 MY ANTELOPE AUDIO PRODUCT ISN’T WORKING..............51 LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY ......................53 SAFETY NOTES ............................59 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ......................61 Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...
  • Page 4 DANTE, HDX & THUNDERBOLT CONNECTIVITY. ONE DEVICE. Galaxy 64 Synergy Core is a high-end recording system that connects your entire studio within a 2U rack space while providing high-fidelity audio and onboard plugin processing for your most demanding projects. With Dante, HDX and Thunderbolt connectivity, the world’s first 64-channel AD/DA converter offers unbeatable flexibility when moving sound...

  • Page 5: Before You Begin

    Important! Despite the unit's extensive touchscreen functionality, the PC/Mac Control Panel application is the ultimate “mediator” between the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core and your DAW of choice. To take complete advantage of the unit’s capabilities, you are meant to handle tasks like gain adjustments, signal routing, effects processing, mixing, and metering from its intuitive, single-window environment.

  • Page 6: System Requirements

    Memory (RAM): 4 GB minimum (8 GB or more recommended) • CPU: Intel Core i3™ or AMD FX (Higher recommended) • Additional Information: Stable Internet connection is required to download and update your Antelope Audio • Software Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...

  • Page 7: Product Activaton

    1. Connect the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core to a Windows or macOS computer. 2. Open your internet browser and navigate to https://antelopeaudio.com/login/ 3. Login to the Antelope Audio user area with your e-mail and password. If you don't have an account, visit https://antelopeaudio.com/sign-up/ to create one.
  • Page 8 Antelope Audio user area and click 'Login'. 8. Click on 'Activate device'. Note: If the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core does not appear in the 'Devices' tab, click on 'Not seeing your device?' and follow the on-screen instructions.
  • Page 9 Please proceed with the 'Setting up' chapter below to configure the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core for use with your Windows or macOS computer. Note: The Galaxy 64 Synergy Core will be listed in the 'My Hardware' page of the Antelope Audio user area with its serial number and activation date.
  • Page 10 SETTING UP After online activation is complete, please update the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core to the latest software and firmware versions available. To do this, simply open Antelope Launcher and click the 'Update' button below the 'Bundle Version' drop-down menu.

  • Page 11: Configuring For Windows 10

    1. Enter the ‘Sounds’ options window from the Control Panel or right-click the speaker icon in the system tray and choose ‘Open Sound settings’. 2. Make sure the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core is chosen under 'Output' and 'Input'. Next, click 'Device Properties' under 'Output'. Then, click 'Additional Device Properties'.
  • Page 12 ‘Playback’ Properties might help when running multiple playback applications at the same time. • Disabling the 32kHz sample rate is not mandatory, but it might help in general. Further Reading • Antelope Audio Knowledge Base - Windows 10 Optimization Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...

  • Page 13: Configuring For Macos Mojave 10.14 (Or Later)

    DAW, despite having everything set up correctly. These steps apply when you are using the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core in a DAW for the first time: 1. Launch your DAW and choose Galaxy 64 Synergy Core as the input device.

  • Page 14: Thunderbolt™ 3 Functionality

    A basic example would be connecting the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core to an external hard drive with two Thunderbolt™ 3 ports. One port is occupied by the unit while the other connects to a computer or another Thunderbolt™...

  • Page 15: Backwards Compatibility

    Remote Control It is possible to connect the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core to two computers. However, you will have to assign a primary/recording computer and use the other for the sole purpose of remote control for the Control Panel application.

  • Page 16: Antelope Launcher

    Antelope Audio products. The application is organized into the following tabs: ‘Devices’ Tab All Antelope Audio devices currently connected to your computer are listed in this section. In this example, we have connected the Orion 32+ | Gen 3. However, the application functionality is identical for each Antelope device.
  • Page 17 Can't see your device? If a device is missing from the list, the most common reason is driver conflict. The Antelope Launcher makes it easy to re-install drivers and troubleshoot. Click "Can't see your device?" to launch the 'Add Drivers' wizard.

  • Page 18: Plug-Ins' Tab

    'Plug-ins’ Tab This section lets you install, update, and uninstall Antelope Audio software such as native mic emulations and AFX2DAW. By default, the Bundle Version drop-down menus show the most recent software bundle available for each product. Clicking the menu shows the currently installed software bundle version and lets you roll-back to an older build.

  • Page 19: System' Tab

    Restart the Manager Server and enable/disable remote connections from other • computers on your network. Install the Antelope Audio Thunderbolt™ driver. Choose a Bundle Version from the • drop-down menu, click the check mark, then click the ‘Update’ button. Uninstall the Antelope Audio Thunderbolt™ and/or USB driver(s) present on your •...
  • Page 20 Click and enter your Antelope Audio username and password, then click ‘Login’. If you don't have an Antelope Audio account, click ‘Register’ and follow the on-screen instructions. Settings button Click to open the Settings window. Here, you can do the following: Click ‘View Logs’...
  • Page 21 Control Panel Effects Thunderbolt™ driver Make your selection(s) in the drop-down menu(s) and click 'OK'. Click ‘Network’ to view network status and logs. • Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...

  • Page 22: Front Panel Explained

    FRONT PANEL EXPLAINED The Galaxy 64 Synergy Core front panel is dedicated to the following items (left to right): 1. Atomic Clock Indicator. Lights up when the unit is synchronized to an Antelope Audio 10M/10MX atomic master clock. 2. Touchscreen. Provides convenient access to the Main Menu, metering options and preset recall.
  • Page 23 Four primary HDX ports carrying 32 audio channels each (128 in total). DigiLink Mini cables are not included with the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core. HDX Specs: Interface Connection: 4 x HDX Ports, I/O I/O Channel Count 128 Channels (32 Per Port)
  • Page 24 1 x Output @ 75 Ohms 3Vpp on Loop-Sync Output Word Clock Outputs 6x Word Clock outputs on BNC connectors for synchronizing external equipment to the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core. Word Clock Output Specs: Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...
  • Page 25 1x Secondary Port (For redundancy only) 64 Channels @44.1/48.0 kHz I/O Channel Count 32 Channels @88.2/96.0 kHz 16 Channels @176.0/192.0 kHz Supported sample rates 44.1 kHz—192 kHz, 24-bit PCM S/PDIF & AES Connections Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...
  • Page 26 Standard MADI audio limits apply per connector: MADI Specs: Interface Connection: 2 x Optical SC Connectors MADI Mode Dual Wire, Optical SMUX Supported MADI Protocol AES10-2003 64 Channels @44.1/48.0 kHz I/O Channel Count 32 Channels @88.2/96.0 kHz Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...
  • Page 27 2 x Thunderbolt™ 3 (Type-C) Ports, I/O I/O Channel Count 64 Channels (per port) Daisy-chain Supported Remote Control Supported (over USB Type-C) Supported sample rates 44.1 kHz—192 kHz, 24-bit PCM Monitor Speaker Outputs Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...
  • Page 28 64 line audio outputs on 8x DC-coupled DB25 connectors (TASCAM pin-compatible). Line Output Specs: Output Connection: 8 x D-sub 25-pin (Tascam Standard) I/O Channel Count 64 Channels Output level -inf to 24dBu // 1 dB step Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...
  • Page 29 64 line audio inputs on 8x DC-coupled DB25 connectors (TASCAM pin-compatible). Line Input Specs: Input Connection: 8 x D-sub 25-pin (Tascam Standard) I/O Channel Count 64 Mono Channels Input level trim 14 dBu to 24 dBu in steps of 1 dB Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...

  • Page 30: Touchscreen Functionality

    'Routing Matrix - Terminology'. The following functionality is available: 'MENU' Button Tap to open the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core Main Menu with the following options: • Presets Saving - tap to save the current settings to Preset slots 1 - 5.
  • Page 31 Tap to adjust line output volume and mute/un-mute the line outputs. 'IF' Button Tap to choose the communications interface. The options are USB, Thunderbolt™ and Dante®. 'P1' - 'P5' Buttons Tap to recall presets 1 - 5. Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...

  • Page 32: Control Panel Application

    CONTROL PANEL APPLICATION Introduction Welcome to the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core Control Panel application! More than just an alternative to the touchscreen controls, it provides intuitive and comprehensive access to each aspect of the unit's functionality. This includes settings, signal routing, audio mixing, Synergy Core effects, metering, and presets.
  • Page 33 Using the flexible Routing Matrix, you can record ‘dry’ and FX-processed audio on different tracks simultaneously, output entire individual mixes in multi-track or 2-channel stereo formats, and monitor chosen audio with the lowest possible latency. Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...

  • Page 34: Mouse & Keyboard Shortcuts

    Function Strip From left to right, the Function Strip features the following items: On/Standby button Click to power on the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core or enter standby. Clock Source Drop-down menu to choose a clock source. The following choices are available: •...
  • Page 35 MADI (2x, 4x) • External Sync Indicator Lights up when the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core is locked to an external clock source. Sample Rate Drop-down menu to choose the device sample rate. Make sure your device sample rate matches your DAW and operating system sample rates.
  • Page 36 Choose the Thunderbolt™ latency mode. Experiment with the different modes if you experience audio interruptions and glitching. BRIGHTNESS SLIDER Click and drag to adjust the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core touchscreen brightness. DC COUPLED INPUTS Click to enable DC-coupling for the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core line inputs.

  • Page 37: S/Pdif & Aes' Tab

    Gain knob - click and drag to adjust signal gain. • Gain meter - provides volume metering. 'MONITORS/HEADPHONES' Tab This tab provides identical controls for the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core's Monitor and Headphone outputs: • 'DIM' - 'Ducks' audio level when toggled.

  • Page 38: Info' Tab

    The 'Registration Wizard' button opens the Antelope Registration Wizard, used for registering devices and assigning purchased FX or add-ons to them. • Shortcuts to Antelope Audio Tech Support, the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core user manual, and contact information. Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...

  • Page 39: Routing' Tab

    Save/Load buttons let you save and load routing setups (as opposed to entire • Sessions). Right-click (Windows) or Command + Click (Mac) on the 'Routing' tab button and • drag to have the Routing Matrix in its own floating window. Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...

  • Page 40: Routing Matrix - Terminology

    This row represents main outputs 1 and 2 of virtual Mixer 1. The 4 virtual mixers are found in the 'MIXER' tab. 'OUTPUT' SECTION LINE OUT 1-32, 33-64 These rows represent the 64 line outputs. Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...

  • Page 41: Mixer' Tab

    The Mixer tab is home to four 32-channel virtual mixers. Each channel is equipped with Pan, Volume, Solo, and Link controls (on odd-numbered channels), as well as metering. The Master channel has Volume and Mute controls. Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...

  • Page 42: Hdx' Tab

    Drop-down menu to choose between automatic, manual or none HDX delay compensation. HDX 1-4 Device The 128 HDX audio channels handled by the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core are spread across four virtual HDX devices. Each virtual device handles 32 audio channels. These drop-down menus let you choose how these virtual HDX devices are represented in Pro Tools.

  • Page 43: Afx' Tab

    Click to toggle loop sync on or off. Loop sync master Click to assign the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core as the primary loop sync source. Loop sync out Drop-down menu for choosing which word clock output the loop sync signal is routed to.

  • Page 44: Trims' Tab

    Notes: • Manuals for the equalizers and compressors are available here. • The Antelope Audio AFX2DAW plug-in makes it possible to use Synergy Core FX inside your DAW. Please visit the AFX2DAW product page for more information. 'TRIMS' Tab...
  • Page 45 By default, signal trim is set to 22dbu. Use the Manual/All switches to adjust signal trim for individual audio channels or globally. Click the 'Reset' buttons to return all trim values to default. Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...

  • Page 46: Meters' Tab

    'METERS' Tab This tab lets you monitor signal levels for all audio inputs and outputs of the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core. Click the drop-down menu to select an input or output. Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...

  • Page 47: Getting Started With Dante

    Dante Controller Windows/Mac application from Audinate. 2. Connect the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core to your computer or network hub with a standard Cat5 or Cat6 ethernet cable. 3. Launch Dante Controller. The Galaxy 64 Synergy Core will appear as 'AA- SERIALNUMBER'.
  • Page 48 4. Click 'Device' and choose 'Device View'. Choose the Galaxy 64 Synergy Core from the drop-down menu and head to the 'Device Config' tab: 5. Make sure the sample rate matches that of the device and your DAW project. Feel free to close the window.
  • Page 49 Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...

  • Page 50: Customer Support Information

    CUSTOMER SUPPORT INFORMATION Antelope Audio Customer Support can be reached by the following means: Online Visit support.antelopeaudio.com Phone We are there for you around the clock, 21 hours/day, Monday to Friday. North America +1-916-238-1643 01:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. (EST) International +44 19 2593 3423 06:00 a.m.
  • Page 51 • Knowledge Base in our Customer Support section is an often-overlooked source of troubleshooting information, answers to commonly asked questions and Antelope know-how. Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...

  • Page 52: My Antelope Audio Product Isn'tworking

    Please, don't attempt to send us your device without receiving a RMA number first, as the device will be returned and not serviced. How do I get an RMA number? The Antelope Audio Customer Support team is in charge of issuing RMA numbers. Visit support.antelopeaudio.com and get in touch.
  • Page 53 The shipping costs are covered by the owner of the product. Antelope Audio will not cover any local customs charges. We recommend using a courier service of your choice (e.g. DHL, UPS, FedEx). The package...

  • Page 54: Limited Warranty Policy

    Consumers have the right to choose whether to claim service under the Antelope Audio Limited Warranty or under their consumer law rights.
  • Page 55 3) to refund the price paid. Should Antelope Audio decide to refund the price paid, it may deduct from the paid Product’s price any damages caused to the Product; where, within fourteen (14) days of the expiration of the warranty period,(i) Antelope Audio has received written notice of any nonconformity;(ii) after Antelope Audio’s written authorization,...
  • Page 56 These warranty obligations are conditioned upon the hardware being returned to the original place of purchase, or another place as directed by Antelope Audio, with the original sales receipt attached. You will be required to pay shipping and handling charges for returning the product.
  • Page 57 (ii) Products purchased from a person or entity which is not an authorized dealer or re-seller of Antelope Audio; (iii)Product sold “as is” or “with all faults”, to the extend permitted by local law. This warranty is not valid in case any manufacturer label(s), serial numbers, date stamp(s) or warranty sticker(s) has been altered or removed from the Product.
  • Page 58 (B2B) / Direct customers of Antelope Audio please email us at techsupport@antelopeaudio.com (ii) A valid proof of purchase is required for RMA processing (i.e. receipt, invoice, etc). Antelope Audio will provide you with the RMA number within 2 working days as of the claim submission date. RMA Return Addresses We have multiple RMA receiving locations worldwide.
  • Page 59 Republic of Bulgaria with UIN: 131052590, is doing business and is worldwide known. Elsewhere in this document where the trade name Antelope Audio is used shall refer to Elektrosfera ltd., with address of management: Tsarigradsko Shose Blvd., 7th km, Building of BIC IZOT, floor 6, Mladost region, Sofia, Bulgaria.

  • Page 60: Safety Notes

    (including amplifiers) that produce heat. • Do not use harsh chemicals to clean your unit. Clean only with specialized cleaners for electronics equipment. • Connect all your devices before powering your unit. Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...
  • Page 61 Your unit should always be un-racked when traveling or in a flight case. • The device is designed to operate in a temperate environment, with a correct Operating Temperature of 0-50° C, 32-122° F. Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...

  • Page 62: Technical Specifications

    Output Connection: Standard) I/O Channel Count 64 Channels Output level -inf to 22dBu // 1 dB step Dynamic Range 128 dB Supported sample rates 44.1 kHz—192 kHz, 24-bit PCM THD+N (A) -115 dB Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...
  • Page 63 2 x Thunderbolt™ 3 (Type-C) Interface Connection: Ports, I/O I/O Channel Count 64 Channels (per port) Daisy-chain Supported Remote Control Supported (over USB Type-C) Supported sample rates 44.1 kHz—192 kHz, 24-bit PCM Control Panel Support Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...
  • Page 64 128 Channels (32 Per Port) Primary/Secondary ports 4 Primary Supported sample rates 44.1 kHz—192 kHz, 24-bit PCM Delay Compensation Supported Manual Delay Compensation Supported (up to 128 samples) Session I/O Support Yes (16x16) Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...
  • Page 65 Supported sample rates 44.1 kHz—192 kHz, 24-bit PCM Digital Interface - AES/EBU: Interface Connection: 2 x XLR Connectors AES Mode AES/EBU I/O Channel Count 2 channels Supported sample rates 44.1 kHz—192 kHz, 24-bit PCM Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...
  • Page 66 1 x Input @ 75 Ohms 1Vpp Input on BNC Clock Stability <+/-0.02 ppm. Clock Aging < 1 ppm per year Clock Calibration <+/-0.001 ppm 44.1 kHz—192 kHz, 24-bit Supported sample rates Antelope Audio Galaxy 64 Synergy Core User Manual...

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