Apogee ensemble User Manual

Mixer Tab Window (Continued)
System Setup Tab Window
In most cases, Ensemble hardware interface is part of a larger Mac-based audio system. Settings that
encompass the integrated hardware-software system are found on this tab window.
1. Clock Source
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This drop down selects the clock source for Ensemble. The following sources may be selected:
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Internal: Ensemble is clocked from its internal crystal.
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Internal: Ensemble is clocked from its internal crystal.
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Word Clock: Ensemble is clocked from an external word clock signal connected to the rear panel BNC input.
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Word Clock: Ensemble is clocked from an external word clock signal connected to the rear panel BNC input.
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SPDIF Coax, SPDIF Optical, ADAT, or SMUX: Ensemble is clocked from a digital audio input. The clock
sources listed will vary depending on sample rate and optical input settings.
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SPDIF Coax, SPDIF Optical, ADAT, or SMUX: Ensemble is clocked from a digital audio input. The clock
sources listed will vary depending on sample rate and optical input settings.
2. Sample Rate
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Selects Ensemble’s sample rate. In some cases this setting may be overridden by
software running on the computer (i.e. When a DAW session project is open).
3. Peak Hold
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Sets the time that peak indications are held on software and front panel meters.
4. Over Hold
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Sets the time that over indications are held on software and front panel meters.
5. Keyboard
Volume Control
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The audio system may be configured so that the Mac keyboard volume controls set the
output level of Ensemble’s speaker or headphone outputs.
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8. Software Return
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This stereo input channel draws signal from your software
audio application. Use the drop down menu to select which
stereo pair from software is heard through the mixer.
9. Mixer Master
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This section of the mixer provides level control and metering
for the mixer’s output.

Apogee ensemble Specifications

General

Type	Audio Interface
Simultaneous Channels	36
Phantom Power	Yes
Word Clock	Yes
Bit Depth	24-bit
Digital Inputs	ADAT, S/PDIF
Digital Outputs	ADAT, S/PDIF
Connectivity	FireWire
Inputs	8 analog
Outputs	8 analog