User Manual

Apollo Twin MkII Hardware Manual Quick Start 13

Quick Start

Apollo Twin MkII hardware and software installation and setup consists of these steps:

1. Hardware Setup: Connect and power the Apollo Twin MkII hardware

2. Software Setup: Download and install the Apollo Twin MkII software

3. Connect to Input Sources and Monitor System

4. Setting Hardware I/O Levels: Learn how to adjust input and output levels

Hardware Setup

Select a Suitable Location

• Locate Apollo Twin MkII 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.

• Leave enough room behind the unit for connected cabling.

• Do not block the cooling vents on the bottom or sides of the unit.

Connect to Computer and Power

Caution: Before powering Apollo Twin MkII on or off, lower the volume of the

monitor speakers (if connected) and remove headphones from your ears.

1. Connect one Thunderbolt cable (not included) between Apollo Twin MkII and the

host computer.

2. Connect the included power supply to an AC outlet (Apollo Twin MkII 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.

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.

4. Apply power to Apollo Twin MkII using the rear panel's power switch. Apollo Twin

MkII is now ready for Software Setup.

12VDC

1. Align Tabs

2. Rotate to Lock