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- Page 1 Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface with HEXA Core Realtime UAD Processing Apollo x16 Gen 2 Hardware Manual Manual Version 240930 www.uaudio.com...
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Page 2: A Letter From Bill Putnam Jr
— and our goal is to make your investment pay off. Universal Audio interfaces like the Apollo X Gen 2 Series exemplify a commitment to craftsmanship that we’ve forged over the past 60 years — from our original founding in the 1950s by my father, Bill Putnam Sr., to our current mission to combine the best of both... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
A Letter from Bill Putnam Jr.......................2 Introduction ..............................4 Experience the gold standard in audio recording..................4 Apollo x16 Gen 2 Features ............................6 Operational Overview ..............................9 About Apollo Documentation ..........................11 Additional Resources ...............................12 Front Panel ..............................13 Rear Panel ..............................19... -
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Experience the gold standard in audio recording. The next generation of Apollo x16 is here — built for pro studios and serious music producers who need 16 channels of highest-resolution audio conversion and HEXA Core DSP processing for connecting your studio equipment and producing large sessions with UAD plug-ins from Neve, Manley, Avalon, SSL, Auto-Tune, and hundreds more. - Page 5 Expand Your Studio as You Grow Link up to four Apollo x16’s for 64 channels of elite-class A/D and D/A conversion, perfect for interfacing with large format recording consoles. Or stack one x16 with other Thunderbolt Apollo rackmount units and control it all from your desktop using Apollo Twin or x4.
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Page 6: Apollo X16 Gen 2 Features
• Compatible with LUNA, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase, Ableton Live, and more • Expandable with Thunderbolt Apollo interfaces and Dante via Apollo x16D • Free industry-leading technical support from knowledgeable audio engineers Apollo x16 Gen 2 Hardware Manual Introduction... - Page 7 • Same features and functionality as other UAD-2 devices when used with DAW • Can be combined with other UAD-2 devices for increased mixing DSP • Complete UAD plug-ins library available at the UA online store Apollo x16 Gen 2 Hardware Manual Introduction...
- Page 8 • 1U rack-mountable form factor • One year warranty includes parts and labor Package Contents • Apollo x16 Gen 2 audio interface • External power supply and region-specific AC cable (USA, EU, UK, ANZ, or Japan) • Set of (4) rack-mount screws •...
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Page 9: Operational Overview
Operational Overview Audio Interface First and foremost, Apollo x16 Gen 2 is a premium 16 x 18 Thunderbolt 3 audio interface with elite-class 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion. Apollo 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. -
Page 10: Standalone Use
Apollo’s connection to the host system is lost (if the Thunderbolt 3 cable is unplugged), the current UAD-2 plug-in configurations remain active for processing until Apollo is powered down. Note: Standalone use is unavailable when cascading multiple Apollo units. Apollo x16 Gen 2 Hardware Manual Introduction... -
Page 11: About Apollo Documentation
The features and functionality of all individual UAD-2 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 UAD-2 plug-in that is developed by Universal Audio. Direct Developer Plug-In Manuals UAD Powered Plug-Ins includes plug-in titles created by our Direct Developer partners. -
Page 12: Accessing Documentation
Tip: Use the back button in the PDF reader application to return to the previous page after clicking a hyperlink. Additional Resources For additional resources, or if you need to contact Universal Audio for assistance, see the Technical Support page. -
Page 13: Front Panel
UAD Console application, and vice versa. (1) Power Indicator (UA Logo) The Universal Audio logo illuminates when the external power supply is properly connected to the AC outlet and the power input on the rear of the unit, and the Power switch (#14) is in the up position. -
Page 14: Host Indicator
Main Apollo x16 front panel elements (3) Channel Level Meters The 10-segment LED channel meters display the input or output signal peak levels for analog channels 1 – 16. Input or output metering is selected with the METER switch (#9), and the input/output state is shown by the METER indicators (#6). - Page 15 When set to internal clock, the INT indicator is illuminated white. External Clock Apollo x16 can use an external digital clock source from the Word Clock or AES/EBU inputs. The EXT indicator has two possible states: White – When set to external clock and a valid clock signal is detected at the specified port, the EXT indicator is illuminated white and Apollo x16 is synchronized to the external clock source.
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Page 16: Meter Switch
Tip: ALT 2 outputs (line outputs 3 & 4) can be selected with the FCN switch (#11) when configured in UAD Console Settings, or in the MONITOR column within the UAD Console application. Apollo x16 Gen 2 Hardware Manual Front Panel... - Page 17 When the monitor outs are muted, the Monitor Level Indicator ring (#13) is red. (13) Monitor Level & Monitor State Indicator Tip: The Monitor Level and Monitor State indications are reflected in the Monitor column within the UAD Console application. Apollo x16 Gen 2 Hardware Manual Front Panel...
- Page 18 Flashing – The monitor DIM, MONO, and/or TALKBACK functions are active. (14) Power Switch This switch applies power to Apollo x16. When the unit is powered on, the Universal Audio logo (#5) is illuminated. The external power supply must be properly connected for this switch to function.
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Page 19: Rear Panel
(16) Thunderbolt 3 Ports Apollo x16 has two Thunderbolt 3 ports. One port is used to connect Apollo x16 to a Thunderbolt 3 port on the host computer. Thunderbolt 3 peripheral devices may be serially connected (daisy-chained) to the second Thunderbolt 3 port. -
Page 20: Digital I/O
Because Apollo x16’s word clock output is not a true mirror of the word clock input, word clock out should not be used to daisy chain the word clock if Apollo x16 is in the middle of the word clock chain. The correct method to connect Apollo x16 in the middle of a word clock chain is to use a T-connector at Apollo x16’s word clock input and leave Apollo x16’s... - Page 21 UAD Console application, the AES/EBU signal is converted to match Apollo x16’s sample rate. Note: When Apollo x16 is set to use AES/EBU as the master clock source, sample rate conversion is inactive. Mirror Monitor Outputs The AES/EBU output can be configured to mirror the Monitor outputs, for routing the stereo Monitor signal to the stereo AES/EBU input of other devices.
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Page 22: Analog I/O
AES/EBU LINE OUT 1-8 LINE IN 1-8 Apollo x16 rear panel (analog portion) (20) Left & Right Monitor Outputs These balanced XLR jacks are line-level analog outputs typically used for connection to a stereo loudspeaker monitoring system. The signal levels at these outputs are controlled with the Monitor Level &... - Page 23 ALT Outputs 1 – 4 Apollo x16 features ALT (alternate) monitoring capabilities. ALT monitoring can be used to control up to two alternate pairs of monitor speakers. When ALT monitoring is enabled, the output level and muting of line outputs 1 & 2 (ALT 1) and 3 &...
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Page 24: Interconnections
• When more I/O and/or DSP is needed, up to four Apollo interfaces and six UAD devices total can be cascaded together via Thunderbolt in a multiple-unit configuration. For complete details about multi-unit cascading, refer to the UAD Console Manual. Apollo x16 Gen 2 Hardware Manual Interconnections... - Page 25 Thunderbolt icon. The Thunderbolt icon on a USB-C port or cable means the connector supports Thunderbolt 3. Alternately, confirm Thunderbolt 3 compatibility with the device and/or cable manufacturer. Thunderbolt icon on USB-C cable (left) and USB-C port (right) Apollo x16 Gen 2 Hardware Manual Interconnections...
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Page 26: Typical Setup
Typical Setup The diagram below illustrates an Apollo x16 setup example that could be used for recording an ensemble. ALT monitors are connected for comparing different speakers. Monitor Speakers LINE OUT 9-16 LINE IN 9-16 POWER IN 75 Ω AES/EBU TERM UNIVERSAL AUDIO, INC. -
Page 27: Apollo Expanded: Multi-Unit Wiring
• In this example diagram, Apollo x8 is the monitor (master) unit designated in the UAD Console Settings hardware panel and Apollo x16 is the expander unit. Connect speakers (including ALT speakers) and any cue outputs to the monitor unit only. -
Page 28: Software Setup
Update button (if an update is available). 3. After the software is downloaded, click Install to complete the installation. UA Support Videos Informational videos are available to help you get started with Apollo at help.uaudio.com. Apollo x16 Gen 2 Hardware Manual Software Setup... -
Page 29: Specifications
1.1 milliseconds @ 96 kHz sample rate Analog Round-Trip Latency through four UAD legacy 1.1 milliseconds @ 96 kHz sample rate plug-ins (included) via UAD Console software (no additional latency via Realtime UAD Processing) Apollo x16 Gen 2 Hardware Manual Specifications... - Page 30 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 Connector Type Format IEC 60958 Type I Word Clock Connector Type Lock Range ±4% of any supported sample rate Word Clock Input Termination 75 Ω, switchable Synchronization Sources Internal, Word Clock, AES/EBU Apollo x16 Gen 2 Hardware Manual Specifications...
- Page 31 8.5 lbs (3.88 kg) Package Contents Apollo x16 Audio Interface External Power Supply AC Power Cable (IEC) Region specific (USA, EU, UK, ANZ, or Japan) Set of (4) Rack-Mount Screws Getting Started URL Card Apollo x16 Gen 2 Hardware Manual Specifications...
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Page 32: Block Diagram
Block Diagram Apollo x16 Gen 2 Hardware Manual Block Diagram... -
Page 33: Db25 Wiring
DB25 Wiring Apollo x16’s line inputs and outputs are accessed via 25-pin D-sub female connectors. Each DB25 jack carries eight balanced line-level audio channels on the standardized Tascam pinouts also used with Digidesign and Avid products. DB25 Connector Pin Numbers The pin numbers for female DB25 connectors are shown in the diagram below. -
Page 34: Troubleshooting
2. Press and hold the PREAMP, LOW CUT, and POLARITY controls unexpectedly 3. Power on Apollo X while continuing to hold all three controls 4. After all front panel LEDs flash rapidly (after several seconds), release the controls. Apollo x16 Gen 2 Hardware Manual Troubleshooting... -
Page 35: Notices
It is considered improper use when the product is used for any application not named in the corresponding instruction manual. Universal Audio does not accept liability for damage arising from improper use or misuse of this product and its attachments/ accessories. Before putting the product into operation, please observe the respective country-specific regulations. -
Page 36: Manufacturer's Declarations
EU Declaration of Conformity • RoHS-Directive (2015/863/EU) • Low Voltage Directive (2014/35/EU) • EMC Directive (2014/30/EU) • REACH Directive (EC1907/2006) Apollo x16 Gen 2 Hardware Manual Notices... - Page 37 Any modifications to the unit, unless expressly approved by Universal Audio, could void the User’s authority to operate the equipment.
- Page 38 • Equipment Name: Apollo x16 Gen 2 • Model Name: Apollo x16 Gen 2 • Registration Number: R-R-UAO-APOLLOX16G2 • Manufacturer/Country of Origin: Universal Audio, Inc. / Malaysia, China, Vietnam • Date of Registration: 2024-08-21 Apollo x16 Gen 2 Hardware Manual...
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Page 39: End User License Agreement
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 40: Technical Support
The Universal Audio YouTube Channel at youtube.com includes helpful support videos for setting up and using UA products. UA YouTube Channel Universal Audio Community Forums The unofficial UA discussion forums are a valuable resource for all Universal Audio product users. This website is independently owned and operated. www.uadforum.com Customer Care To contact UA support staff for technical or repair assistance, please visit: help.uaudio.com... - Page 41 www.uaudio.com...
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