Universal Audio Apollo 16 User Manual
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Apollo 16 Hardware Manual
Introduction
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Software
• Console application:
• Enables Realtime UAD Powered Plug-Ins processing
• Controls Apollo 16’s DSP mixer for realtime monitoring and/or tracking with UAD plug-ins
• Four independent stereo Cue busses
• Two independent stereo Auxiliary busses
• Remote control of Apollo 16 features and functionality
• Console Recall plug-in:
• Saves Apollo 16 configurations inside DAW sessions for easy recall
• Enables control of front panel parameters from within the DAW
• VST, RTAS, and Audio Units plug-in formats
• UAD Meter & Control Panel application:
• Configures global UAD-2 and UAD Powered Plug-Ins settings and monitors system usage
Other
• Easily updatable firmware
• 1U rack-mountable form factor
• One year warranty includes parts and labor
Hardware System Requirements
The host computer must meet the hardware system requirements below to use Apollo 16. For software system
requirements, refer to the Apollo Software Manual (see “About Apollo 16 Documentation” on page 8).
Basic audio interface I/O functionality:
• Available FireWire 800 or Thunderbolt* expansion port
• 2 gigabytes available disk space
• Internet connection for downloading installation software**
UAD-2 and Realtime UAD Powered Plug-Ins functionality:
• Internet connection to download installation software** and authorize UAD plug-ins
• Compatible VST, Audio Units, or RTAS plug-in host application software
*Thunderbolt connections require the Thunderbolt Option Card
**Software installer is not included in box