Universal Audio Apollo Software - Manual (Page 14)

Apollo Software Manual Chapter 2: Installation & Setup 14
Software Installation
Important: If you are installing Apollo for the first time, install the UAD Powered
Plug-Ins software before connecting the Apollo hardware. For optimum results,
download the most recent version of the UAD software from our website.
Note: Software for Apollo and other UAD-2 devices (if any) must be installed at
the same time – software for UAD-2 devices cannot be installed separately.
To install the Apollo software:
1. Launch the UAD Powered Plug-Ins installer downloaded from our
website at: www.uaudio.com/download
2. The installer will guide you through the process
3. Shut down the computer before connecting the hardware
(Mac systems can be hot-plugged after restarting)
4. Connect Apollo to the computer with the included FireWire 800 cable
5. Connect Apollo to AC power with the included power cable, then power it on with
the front panel switch
6. Start the computer. On Windows systems, the Apollo software is installed after
restarting
7. If prompted to update the Apollo firmware, click "OK" then wait for confirmation
that the process is complete (Apollo must be powered off then on after a firmware
update to complete the process)
8. Proceed to Registration & Authorization below to complete the setup process.
Firmware Updates
Important: For optimum results, always update the firmware if prompted by the
software. A confirmation dialog will appear after the firmware update is complete;
power Apollo off then on again to complete the process before attempting to use
the software.