Apollo Op Manual

214 Pages·2017·16.55 MB·English

APOLLO OPERATOR MANUAL V8.1
Digital Broadcast Production Console
calrec.com Putting Sound in the Picture
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APOLLO
CONTENTS
Information 7 Joystick Panel 30 Getting Signals into Apollo 53
Important Information 8 Broadcast Facilities Panel 31 I/O Boxes & Hydra Patchbays Sample
Health and Safety 9 Dual Fader Panel 32 Rate Selection in H2O 54
Technical Support 10 Custom Metering Panel 34 Consoles at 96kHz 54
Panel Modes 35 I/O and Hydra2 Patchbays at 96kHz 54
Introduction 11 Apply Mode to All Panels 35 Input Source Organisation 55
Introduction 12 Mode Lock 35 Filtering the Hydra2 network 55
Bluefin2 12 User Layout 35 Boxes at different sample rates 55
Hydra2 12 Setting up/Recalling the User Layout 35 Input ports 55
Commitment 12 Assignable modes 35 Hydra2 Patchbays 55
Concord Processors 12 Assigning Paths 37 Hydra2 Patchbays at different sample rates 55
Control Surface 12 Assigning a path 37 Port labels 55
Signal Processing 12 Current Assign and Fader Touch indication Port lists 56
I/O 12 shown on meters 37 Creating lists 56
Resilience 12 User Splits 38 Copying and moving ports to lists 56
Power 12 Identifying User Split Locations 38 Removing ports from lists 56
Apollo Sample Rate Comparison 13 Creating / removing user splits 38 Renaming lists 56
Changes to Screen Locations in the Main Layers 39 Removing lists 56
Application from V6.0 14 A/B Paths 39 Sets 56
96kHz Overview for Apollo 15 Layers 1-12 39 Adding ports to sets 57
Using layers 39 Allocating Signal Paths to Faders 58
Control Overview 17 Layer Locking 39 Assigning channels to faders 58
Configuration PC Overview 18 Layer Split 39 Assigning buses to faders 58
Peripherals 18 Turning off the B layer 39 Assigning auxs and tracks to faders in the
Windows login 18 Tools menu 59
Main application 18 Control Panel Modes 41 Inserting blank faders 59
USB Port 18 Processing 42 Removing a path from a fader 59
Installing 3rd party software 18 Send-Route 43 Layer locking faders 59
Power and reset 18 Output Mode 44 Cloning paths 59
Online Documentation 18 Monitor Mode 45 Moving / Swapping paths 60
Touch Overview 19 Wilds Mode 46 Copying path settings 60
Touch/Tap 19 Setting Up Wilds mode 46 Warnings and Conflicts 60
Multiple touches (Hold and Touch) 19 Selecting Wilds 46 Fader Setup Screen 61
Swipe 19 Memorising Wilds 46 Memories from larger consoles 61
Surface Control Overview 20 Assigning and Clearing 47 Assigning auxs and tracks to faders in the
Rotary controls 20 Wildable controls 47 Fader setup screen 61
Buttons 20 Alternate Fader Wilds 47 Remote Production Option 61
Control cell 20 Setting Up Fader Wilds 48 Input Types and Patching 62
Button cell 20 Memory Isolation 48 Ports at different sample rates 62
Strip 20 Wilds pages 48 Searching input sources 62
Rows 20 Wildable Controls 49 Searching destinations 62
TFT touchscreen 20 Strips Mode 50 Channel input / fader views 62
Surface Panel Overview 22 Accessing Strips mode 50 Channel input 2 62
Fader Panel 22 Apply to All Strips 50 Patching input sources to faders 63
Wild assign panel 25 Routing display 50 Patching at different sample rates 63
TFT Panel 28 A/B path indicator 51 Bulk patching and source views 63
Monitor Panel 29 Changing Strips types 51
Protection against removing multiple Alias mic bus 76 Dynamics independence 99
destinations 63 Enabling an alias file 76 Independence status indicators 100
Mic Open field 63 Alias patching 76 Inserts 101
Additional port info - Desc & Diag 63 Tone / Oscillator Controls 77 Patching insert resources to ports 101
Over-patching, removing & moving 64 Oscillator Parameters 77 Inserts at different sample rates 101
Offline patching 64 Tone Idents 78 Connecting insert resources to paths 102
Sources used in multiple locations 64 External Tone 78 Naming insert resources 102
Returning outputs to input channels 64 Tone Clear 78 Insert resource lists 102
Hydra2 Patchbays 64 Tone Patchable to Output Ports 79 Creating lists 102
HPB’s at different sample rates 64 Tone Troubleshooting & FAQs 79 Copying/moving insert resources to lists 103
Alias patching 64 Hydra2 Patchbays 80 Removing insert resources from lists 103
Patching inputs directly to outputs 64 HPBs and different sample rates 80 Renaming lists 103
Patching Shortcuts 65 Port Sharing 81 Removing lists 103
Custom fader labels 66 Unpatching 81 Insert Order and Sets 103
Ability to Receive External Source Labels via Insert ON / OFF Control 103
SW-P-08 66 Processing Audio 83 VCA Groups 104
Source Label Hierarchy 66 Channel Signal Flow 84 Creating and dissolving VCA groups 104
Input Controls 67 EQ and Filters 85 Group hierarchy 104
Inputs 1 and 2 67 Dynamics 1 87 Fader status indicators 104
Mic/Line gain 67 Processing order 88 VCA group interrogation 105
±6dB coarse gain 67 Dynamics metering 88 Masters and slaves on the same fader 105
Input trim 68 Sidechain EQ 88 Fader level indicator 105
Linking Input Trims 68 About Dynamics Sidechain & EQ 88 Nulling indicators 105
Tone 68 Dynamics Links 88 Preserving balance of slaves at low levels 105
Input delay 68 Dynamics 2 90 5.1 Surround channels 105
48V 69 Dynamics 2 controls 90 VCA group protection 105
Polarity inversion 69 Automixer 91 VCA Slaves move with VCA Masters 105
Input balance 69 Assigning control 91 Autofaders 106
L>B and R>B 69 Gain reduction metering 91 Assigning GPI’s to autofaders 107
M-S 69 Adjustment controls 91 Assigning autofaders to faders 107
SRC 69 Delay 93 Autofader levels 108
Signal flow 69 Assignable Delay at different sample rates. 93 Autofader parameter settings 108
Replay 70 Individual Assignable Delay 93 Global Autofader Bypass 108
Adding Paths to the Replay Set 70 Individual Path Delay 93 Default Fader Interaction Mode 109
Activating Replay 70 Delay Settings 94
Input Port Protection 71 Global Delay Settings 94 Routing Audio 111
Controlling a Protected Input Port 71 Stereo Width 95 Buses Overview 112
Loading Shows/Memory/Alias Files 71 Stereo/Surround Spill 96 Setting bus widths 112
Dolby E Decoding 73 Accessing the spill faders 96 Admin protection for Bus widths 112
Passing signals through decoders 73 Spill faders 96 Buses at different sample rates 112
Important - sample rate conversion 74 Current spill panel assignment 96 LtRt / LoRo downmixes 113
Important - synchronisation 74 Nudge 97 Pre-fader Aux send cut options 113
Metadata 74 Changing the user section 97 Making a Route 114
Passing encoded Dolby E 74 Assigning paths on the spill panel 97 Using Assign Mode 114
Alias Files 75 Main paths on Monitor/Joystick panel 97 Accessing Detailed Send Controls 114
Editing alias files 75 Processing Independence 98 Paging Through Buses 114
Aliases at different sample rates 75 Processing independence 98 Using Strips or Wilds Mode 115
Alias groups 76 EQ independence 98
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Panning 116 Tone to mains 134 Communications 153
Multiple Pan Positions per Path 116 Accessing Spill controls for Main faders 134 Talkback 154
Controls 116 Direct Outputs 135 Live talkback routing 154
Joystick Panning 117 Direct Outputs at different sample rates 135 Talkback groups 154
Accessing the joystick controls 117 Assign Direct Outputs from the Surface 135 Talkback & Reverse Talkback levels 154
Making the joystick controls active 117 Assign Direct Outputs from the PC 135 Microphone settings 155
Disengaging the joystick 117 Direct Output Controls 136 Monitoring reverse talkback signals 155
Pan display 117 Direct Output Delay 136 Inhibiting Talkback 155
Pan control menu 118 Direct Output Talkback 136 Mix Minus 156
Freezing axes 118 Direct Output Patching Shortcut 136 Why remove a source’s input from its foldback
Contribution Mode 119 mix? 156
Accessing Bus Contribution 119 Monitoring 137 Sending signals to the mix minus bus 156
Partial Routing Indication 120 Monitor Mode 138 Assigning a direct output 157
Aux Sends on Faders 121 Control Room Monitoring 139 Monitoring a mix minus signal 157
Access AFL in Contribution Mode 121 Pre-selectors (Favourites) 139
Default Send Positions 122 Control Room speaker pre-selectors 139 Metering 159
Leaving Contribution Mode 122 Changing pre-selector source 139 TFT Meters 160
Splitting Track Sends 123 Control room monitor controls 140 Meter cells 160
Removing sends 123 Loudspeaker cut buttons 140 Meter Grid Configuration 160
Partial sends 123 Monitoring for multiple users 140 Meter Assignment 161
Downmixes 124 Monitoring at different sample rates 140 Meter Scales 161
Bypassing the downmix faders 124 Dedicated Monitor Controls 141 Meter labels and colours 161
Pre-fader downmixes 124 AFL, PFL and Output Listen 142 Dynamics meters 162
Setting downmix defaults 124 AFL 142 Peak Sample meters 162
Selecting the required downmix default 126 PFL 142 Peak Overload indicators 162
Applying default levels to downmix faders 126 Output Listen (OPL) 142 A/B path meters 162
Lo/Ro & Lt/Rt Downmix Encoding 127 Access from faders 142 Meter Layout Presets 162
Selecting Lt/Rt or Lo/Ro 127 Access bus AFL, PFL and OPL 142 Fader and Dynamics Meter Settings 164
Access AFL in Contribution Mode 142 Fader meters 164
Passing Signals out of Apollo 129 Cancel AFL and PFL 143 Dynamics meters 164
Output Types and Patching 130 Move PFL within signal chain 143 External Meter Outputs 165
Ports at different sample rates 130 Patch AFL/PFL to external monitors 143 Loudness Meters 166
Patching 130 Send PFL to the small LS 143 Loudness metering at different sample rates
Patching at different sample rates 130 Send PFL to the main monitors 143 166
Patching Shortcuts 130 AFL and PFL with multiple users 143 Loudness Metering Modes 166
HPB’s at different Sample Rates 130 Patch AFL, PFL and APFL buses 144 Controlling Loudness Meters 167
Locking output port patching 130 PFL via GPI 144
Output Port Protection 131 Headphones 145 Shows, Memories and Presets 169
Patching to Protected Outputs 131 Patch the headphone output 145 Overview 170
Output Control 132 Miscellaneous Monitor Sources 146 Using Shows and Memories 172
Accessing further controls 132 Alter the output source 146 Creating a new show 172
Outputs on Faders 133 Patch miscellaneous monitor outputs 146 Creating shows at different sample rates 173
Bus Output Delay 133 Monitor Functions 147 Opening an existing show 173
Output Patching Shortcut 133 Monitoring controls 148 Opening Shows at different sample rates 173
Assignable Delay at different sample rates APFL controls 148 Saving / duplicating shows 173
133 Surround Monitoring 149 Creating and editing default shows 173
Main Paths on Spill/Monitor and Spill/ Immersive Monitoring 151 Backing up shows and memories 174
Joystick Panels 134 Backup Shows at different sample rates 174
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Renaming shows 174 External Interfacing 189
Deleting shows 174 GPIO 190
Changes to Format of Show Data and Assigning GPIs 190
Backups 174 GPI functions 190
Saving user memories 175 Mon-Spill Panel Customer Switches 190
Loading user memories 175 Assigning GPOs 191
Backing up and deleting memories 175 Common Console Functions 191
Ordering the memory list 175 GPO signal type 191
Memory load / save without the PC 175 Test GPO 191
Transferring Shows/Memories between EMBER+ Virtual GPIO 192
Consoles 175 Remote Control 193
Memory Sequencing 176 EMBER 193
Remote control 176 CSCP 193
Memory Isolation 177 CSCP Per Fader 193
Basic path isolation 177 External Monitor / Meter Inputs 194
Setting the scope of memory isolation 177 Configuring external inputs 194
Applying isolation scope to multiple paths 179 Monitoring / metering externals 194
Elements available for isolation 179 Mic Open Systems 195
Output port isolation 180 Assigning Inputs to Mic Open Systems 195
Improvements to Memory Isolate System 180 Assigning Aliases to Mic Open Systems 196
Presets 181 Assigning Mic Open Systems to GPOs 196
Creating a Preset 181 Assigning to CUT/DIM Loud Speakers 196
Loading a Preset 181 Mic Open Systems and multi-leg paths 196
Editing a Preset 181 Automation Option 197
Backing Up Presets 182 Spill Automation 197
Restoring Presets 182 Editing Suite 197
Pooled Resources 182 Redundancy 197
External Machine Control 197
Console Facilities 183 Automatable Controls List 197
On Air and Rehearse Modes 184 Remote Production RP1 Option 198
On Air 184 Function Table for Parameter Control of
Rehearse 184 Remote Paths 198
Neither mode selected 184
System Reset 185 System Status 199
Fail warning indicator 185 System status notifications 200
Reset buttons 185 Message types 200
Technician Mode 186 Status messages at different sample rates
Supervisors, Technicians and Users 186 200
Accessing Technician Mode 186 Clearing messages 200
Managing technician/supervisor accounts 186 Surface indication 200
Exiting Technician Mode 186 External indication 200
Synchronisation Sources 187 Source Offline indication on a path 201
Synchronisation at different sample rates 187 Intermittent Cable Failures 201
Glossary of Terminology 203
Features by Software Version 209
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APOLLO
INFORMATION
calrec.com Putting Sound in the Picture
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
After Sales Modifications ESD (Static) Handling Procedures Circuit boards assembled with lead-free
Please be aware that any modifications In its completed form, this equipment has solder can be identified (in accordance
other than those made or approved by been designed to have a high level of with IPC/JEDEC standards) by a small
Calrec Audio Limited or their agents, may immunity to static discharges. However, oval logo (see Fig 2) on the top-side of
invalidate the console’s warranty. This when handling individual boards and the circuit board near the PCB reference
includes changes to cabling provided by modules, many highly static sensitive number (8xx-xxx). The same logo is used
Calrec and variations to the recommended parts are exposed. In order to protect on the connector hoods of soldered cable
installation as detailed in Calrec these devices from damage and to protect assemblies.
documentation. your warranty, please observe static
handling procedures, for example, use an If in doubt, please check with a Calrec
Modifications to this equipment by any appropriately grounded anti-static wrist customer support engineer before
party other than Calrec Audio Limited band. Calrec will supply an electrostatic carrying out any form of re-soldering.
may invalidate EMC and safety features cord and wrist strap with all of its digital
designed into this equipment. Calrec products. ISO 9001 and RAB Registered
Audio Limited can not be liable for any Calrec Audio Ltd has been issued
legal proceedings or problems that may All modules and cards should be returned the ISO9001: 2008 standard by the
arise relating to such modifications. to Calrec Audio Limited in anti-static Governing Board of ISOQAR.
wrapping. Calrec Audio Limited can
If in doubt, please contact Calrec Audio supply these items upon request, should The award, for both UKAS (Fig 3)
Limited for guidance prior to commencing you require assistance. and RAB (Fig 4) registration, is the
any modification work. most comprehensive of the ISO9000
This applies particularly to digital products international standards. Granted in
Installation due to the types of devices and very recognition of excellence across design,
In many installations the AC power small geometries used in their fabrication, development, manufacture and after-
connectors will not be readily accessible, analogue parts can however still be sales support, the certification follows a
effectively making the equipment affected. rigorous and thorough review of Calrec’s
permanently connected. The installation internal and external communication and
should be carried out in accordance FIG 1 - LEAD FREE business procedures.
with all applicable installation rules and
Lead
regulations. Pb
FIG 3 - UKAS REGISTRATION
Free
Service Personnel
The AC power disconnect devices are Pb-Free
the 2 x IEC (IEC60320-1 C13/C14)
couplers located at the rear of each unit. RoHS Legislation
WARNING: The apparatus has a dual In order to comply with European RoHS
power system. It is essential that BOTH (Reduction of Hazardous Substances)
AC power IEC couplers are disconnected legislation, Calrec PCB and cable
to prevent exposure to hazardous voltage assemblies are produced with lead-free
within the unit. (tin/copper/silver) solder instead of tin/
lead solder. See Fig 1.
Third Party Equipment
Integrating third party equipment into In the unlikely event of a customer having
a Calrec system may compromise the to carry out any re-soldering on Apollo
product's ability to comply with the or Hydra2 hardware, it is imperative that FIG 4 - RAB REGISTRATION
radiated emission limits set in the EMC lead-free solder is used; contaminating
(Electro Magnetic Compatibility) standard lead-free solder with leaded solder is likely
EN55022. to have an adverse effect on the long-
term reliability of the product.
Calrec Audio Limited can not be
responsible for any non-conformities FIG 2 - LEAD FREE STICKER
due to use of third party equipment. If
in doubt, please contact Calrec Audio e1
Limited for guidance prior to integrating
any third party equipment.
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HEALTH AND SAFETY
Important Safety Instructions: Explanation of Warning Symbols
• Read these instructions. Triangular warning symbols contain a
• Keep these instructions. black symbol on a yellow background,
• Heed all warnings. surrounded by a black border. FIG 5 - DANGEROUS VOLTAGES
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water. The lightning flash with arrow head
• Do not block any ventilation openings. symbol within an equilateral triangle, as
Install in accordance with the shown on this page, is intended to alert
manufacturer’s instructions. the user to the presence of dangerous
• Do not install near any heat sources voltages and energy levels within the
such as radiators, heat registers, product’s enclosure that may be of
stoves, or other apparatus (including sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
amplifiers) that produce heat. electric shock or injury.
• Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched particularly at The exclamation mark within an
the plugs, convenience receptacles, equilateral triangle, as shown on this page,
and the point where they exit from the is intended to prompt the user to refer
apparatus. to important operating or maintenance
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, instructions in the documentation supplied
bracket, or table specified by the with the product. (See Figs 5 & 6)
manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, Earthing FIG 6 - IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
use caution when moving the cart/ This is a Class I product. An Earth
apparatus combination to avoid injury connection MUST be provided in each AC
from tip-over. power cord.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when The Earth Bolt connection at the rear of
the apparatus has been damaged in the console should be connected to Earth
any way, such as power-supply cord using Earth cable at least 6mm2 in cross
or plug is damaged, liquid has been section (10 AWG).
spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been Lithium Battery Replacement
exposed to rain or moisture, does not Caution: Danger of explosion if battery is
operator normally, or has been dropped. incorrectly replaced. Replace only with
• Warning: To reduce the risk of fire the same or equivalent type. Batteries
or electric shock, do not expose this must not be exposed to excessive heat
apparatus to rain or moisture. such as sunshine, fire or the like
• Not intended for outdoor use.
• This equipment must be EARTHED. This device complies with part 15 of
• Before starting any servicing operation, the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
equipment must be isolated from the the following two conditions:
AC power supply. The disconnect
devices are the 2 x IEC connectors 1. This device may not cause harmful
(IEC 60320-1 C13/C14 couplers). interference
• Do not allow ventilation slots to be 2. This device must accept any
blocked. interference received, including
• Do not leave the equipment powered interference that may cause undesired
up with the dust cover fitted. operation.
Cleaning
For cleaning the front panels of the
equipment we recommend using a soft
anti-static cloth, lightly dampened with
water if required.
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Commissioning ensures the equipment Repairs
is correctly installed and fully functioning If you need to return goods to Calrec, for
before it goes into use. whatever reason, please contact your
regional distributor or Calrec customer
During commissioning, our engineers can support beforehand for guidance, as
also help and advise with configuration well as to log the details of the problem
and setup. and receive a reference number. For
customers outside the UK and Ireland,
Calrec after sales support includes: shipping via the distributor saves
• Free of charge comprehensive customers from dealing with exportation
technical advice and support by phone paperwork. If there is a need to send
and email. direct to Calrec, contact us beforehand to
Should you require any technical • Software and hardware upgrades. log the incoming repair and for assistance
assistance with your Calrec product • Repairs. with exportation documents.
then please contact your regional • Quick supply of replacement or loan
Calrec distributor. Customers within hardware in the event of a failure. Standard of Service
the UK or Ireland should contact • Providing export documentation for the Ensuring the highest standards is a
Calrec directly. return of faulty parts. priority, if you have any comments on
• On site commissioning visits. the level of service, product quality
For a complete list of worldwide • On site service and health check visits. or documentation offered to you by
distributors by region, go to • Emergency engineer visits. Calrec, please contact the Calrec
www.calrec.com or contact us for • On site on-air support, for complete Customer Support team in the UK who
more information. peace of mind - providing operational will endeavour to address the issues.
guidance, and technical engineering Calrec welcomes all customer feedback.
For pre-delivery technical enquiries, UK support for new installations or high
and Ireland customers should contact the profile events. For feedback specific to this document,
Calrec project manager assigned to their • Operational training. please contact [email protected].
order. Post delivery, the Calrec Customer • Maintenance / technical training.
Support team will take care of your • Supply of replacement components.
technical enquiries. • Supply of documentation.
Our UK customer support team work Service contracts
closely with our global distributor network We offer a range service contracts to our
to provide the highest level of after sales UK and Ireland customers, offering 24/7
support. Your distributor should be your telephone support, regular health checks
first point of contact and will often be and extended warranty amongst other
able to provide an instant solution, be it benefits. Please contact our customer
technical advice, spares or a site visit by support team for more information on
an engineer. service contracts.
Calrec UK customer support and our Product Warranty
global technical team provide free of A full list of our conditions & warranties
charge technical support and advice by relating to Goods & Services is contained
phone or email to all customers. in the Company’s standard Terms and
Conditions. A copy of this is available on
Once your console is installed we can request.
provide an engineer on site to carry out
system commissioning.
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