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Apollo Hardware Manual Installation & Configuration
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Installation & Configuration
Unit Placement
Apollo may get hot during normal operation if it doesn’t receive adequate airflow circulation around its chassis
vents. For optimum results when mounting Apollo in a rack, leaving at least one empty rack space above the
unit to allow adequate airflow for cooling is recommended.
Software Installation
The Apollo software must be installed to use Apollo and UAD Powered Plug-Ins. The UAD Powered Plug-Ins
software installer contains the Apollo software and drivers. For complete and detailed software installation
procedures, refer to the UAD System Manual (see “About Apollo Documentation” on page 7).
To obtain the latest UAD software installer, visit: www.uaudio.com/downloads
Registration and Authorization
Apollo must be registered and authorized at my.uaudio.com to unlock UAD plug-ins that are bundled with the
product. Registration only needs to be completed once, however authorization should be completed each time
the Apollo software is updated. For complete and detailed registration and authorization procedures, refer to
the UAD System Manual.
Apollo System Configuration
For complete details about setting up the Apollo system, including how to integrate with a DAW and related
information, refer to the Apollo Software Manual (see “About Apollo Documentation” on page 7).
Console Application
The Console application is the main software interface for the Apollo hardware. Console’s function is to control
Apollo and its digital mixing and Realtime UAD Processing capabilities. Console can also be used to configure
Apollo’s audio interface I/O settings such as sample rate, clock source, and reference levels.
For complete details about how to operate Console, refer to the Apollo Software Manual.
Multi-Unit Cascading
When more I/O is needed, multiple Apollo units can be cascaded together in a multiple-unit configuration.
Operating a multi-unit system is similar to that of a single-unit system.
For complete details about multi-unit cascading, including wiring diagrams, refer to the Apollo Software
Manual.
Sound System Powering
As with any sound system, to avoid audio spikes in your speakers, the following steps are recommended:
1. Apply power to the speakers last, after all other devices (including Apollo) are powered on.
2. Turn off the speakers first, before all other devices (including Apollo) are powered off.