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Discrete 8 Synergy Core

User Manual

Synergy Core FX Processing and Best-In-Class AD/DA

The Discrete 8 Synergy Core features eight 6-transistor discrete preamps for

console-grade sound quality. With up to 130dB of dynamic range and sample rates

up to 192kHz, its class-leading AD/DA converters ensure your meticulous

performances are captured with the highest signal quality possible. The acclaimed

Antelope Audio 64-bit Acoustically Focused Clocking algorithm delivers the kind of

artifact-free audio once accessible only to major studios. Adding further value to your

investment, the Discrete 8 Synergy Core features a compelling library of 36 real-time

studio effects.

1. Safety Notes

To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, and related hazards:

• Do not remove screws, cover, or cabinet. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to

qualified service personnel.

• Do not expose the device to rain, moisture or spillover of liquid of any kind. Should any form of liquid or a

foreign object enter the device, do not use it. Switch off the device and unplug it from the power source.

• Do not use the device until the foreign object is removed or the liquid has completely dried and its residues fully

cleaned up. If in doubt, please consult with the manufacturer.

• Do not handle the power cables with wet hands! Make sure the device is switched off when plugging and

unplugging it from the power source.

• Avoid placing any objects on the cabinet or using the device in a narrow and poorly ventilated place. Doing so

could affect its operation or the operation of other closely located components. If anything goes wrong, turn off

the device first and unplug the power.

• Do not attempt to repair the device yourself: consult authorized service personnel or your dealer.

• Do not install the unit near any heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)

that produce heat.

• Do not use harsh chemicals to clean your Unit. Clean only with specialized cleaners for electronics equipment.

Connect all your devices before powering your Unit. This unit is connected via its power cord to the mains

safety earth. Never operate the unit without this earth connection.

• Power supply cable should be routed so that it is not likely to be walked on or squeezed by items placed upon

or against it.

• To completely turn off the device, unplug the power cable first from the outlet and then from the rear panel of

the unit.

• Both, occasional and continued exposure to high sound pressure levels can cause permanent ear damage via

headphones and monitors.

The device is designed to operate in a temperate environment, with a correct Operating Temperature of: 0-50 °C, 32-

122 °F

Summary of content (16 pages)

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Discrete 8 Synergy Core User Manual Synergy Core FX Processing and Best-In-Class AD/DA The Discrete 8 Synergy Core features eight 6-transistor discrete preamps for console-grade sound quality. With up to 130dB of dynamic range and sample rates up to 192kHz, its class-leading AD/DA converters ensure your meticulous performances are captured with the highest signal quality possible.
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. Panels explained 2.1. Front Panel 1. Two Instrument / Mic Preamp / Line inputs Two console-grade Class A mic pres with discrete transistor design and individual phantom power. Mic input on XLR connector with switchable Line/Hi-Z input over TRS. 2. Display Multi-function display that shows various information. Use the three function buttons to navigate menus. 3. Functional Buttons By pressing the Function buttons, you can cycle through the menus and view various information. 4.
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2.2 Rear Panel 7. S/PDIF Input/Output 75 Ω S/PDIF I/O for use with compatible equipment. 7. ADAT Connectors A pair of inputs & a pair of outputs with up to 8 channels per line. 8. Thunderbolt™ 2 port Connect your interface to a Thunderbolt™ 2 or 3 port using a Thunderbolt™ cable (not included). Windows users – please read the Antelope Audio Windows Thunderbolt Driver page. 9. USB High-Speed Connect your interface to a USB port on a Windows or Mac computer with the bundled USB cable. 10.
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13. Mic/Line Inputs Six console-grade Class A mic pres with discrete transistor design and individual phantom power. Mic input on XLR connector, Line input on TRS connector. 14. DC Power Connection Only for use with the Antelope Audio DC power supply! 15. Kensington Lock Used to lock down the device in demonstration rooms. 16. Footswitch Input Dual footswitch input on a 1/4″ TRS jack connector. Can work with either a single (on 1/4″ TS jack) or dual footswitch.
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3. Software 3.1 Antelope Audio Launcher The Antelope Audio Launcher is a one-stop shop where you get to keep everything up-to-date, access the Control Panel, and create remote connections. Upon startup, the Antelope Audio Launcher connects to the Internet to check for available updates. 1. Information Panel Shows the following information about your connected Antelope Audio devices: • • • • • Device name Serial number Firmware version Hardware revision Control Panel version 2.
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3. UPDATE Button Antelope Launcher will notify you for available updates. When updates are available, press the UPDATE button and follow the on-screen instructions to proceed. 4. ADMIN Button Opens the Server Administration menu. Server Administration Menu 1. Server list Choose which computer to connect to over the audio network. The available computers list is available as a drop-down menu. 2. Check for updates Button Check for updates to your Discrete 8 firmware and Control Panel software. 3.
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4. Reinstall server Button Press this button to perform a re-install. 5. View logs Button Access logs from your network sessions. 3.2 Control Panel Designed for maximum ease of use, the EasyPanel Control Panel lets you control every aspect of the Discrete 8 Synergy Core, including signal routing, mixing, Synergy Core FX and Microphone Emulations. Following is an explanation of the software. 3.2.1 The Function Strip The Function Strip has the following buttons and features: 1.
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• Hardware Version • Serial Number • Firmware Version Additionally, there’s the Administration Button. It launches the Antelope Wizard, which has the following options: • Register device or assign features • Unregister device or assign features • Logout Pressing the Help Button offers the following shortcuts: • Watch online video tutorial • Chat with technical support • Search for solution at support page • Contact support team over the phone 4.
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The Settings Panel 1. Monitor Out Trim Lets you attenuate the Discrete 8 SC’s monitor output signal level by 14 to 20dBu. 2. Panning Law * Lets you specify the Panning Law between 0dB to -4.5dB. * As the mono signal is panned from center to hard left or right, it will increase in loudness up to 6.02 dB. To ensure perceived loudness stays the same, this has to be compensated for. The Panning Law setting lets you specify the compensation amount in dB. 3. Mute Toggles Used for muting Oscillators 1 & 2.
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8. Brightness Slider Set the Discrete 8 SC screen brightness. 9. TB Latency Mode Lets you set the Thunderbolt™ Latency Mode to Fast, Medium, or Slow. 10. ASIO Control (Windows-only) This is where you adjust the Discrete 8 SC ASIO driver for best performance on Windows computers. 11. Buffer Size (Samples) Lets you set the ASIO driver buffer size. Short buffer sizes minimize latency but take more CPU power. Bigger buffer sizes result in lighter CPU load, but generate more latency.
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3.2.5 HEADPHONES 1 - 2 Contains controls for the Discrete 8 SC Headphone Outputs 1 & 2 3.2.6 MONITORS & HEADPHONES This is where you route the Discrete 8 SC analog & digital inputs to the 2 monitor or 2 headphone outputs. The following controls are provided: 1. FX Button (in 32-channel view) Opens the FX Rack where you stack and manipulate effects to form a Channel Strip. 2. BP Button Used to bypass the FX you stacked onto each of the mixer’s 32 channels.
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. AuraVerb Engages the AuraVerb reverb. The effect is covered in detail in the AFX & Mic Emulations manual. 13. MIXER Switch Switches between 8- and 32-channel mixer views. 3.2.7 ANALOG OUTS This section is dedicated to the Discrete 8 SC analog outputs – Line Out 1 & 2 and ReAmp (Line Out 3 & 4). Simply use the drop-down menu to choose which channel you want routed to which output. Use the Gain knobs to adjust output volume. Feel free to link the Line Outs for convenience. 3.2.
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3.3 The FX Rack The FX Rack is where you insert effects into a mixer channel, forming a Channel Strip to process audio with. It's accessible by clicking inside the empty fields below the mixer's BP buttons (in 8-channel view) or clicking the FX button (in 32-channel view). 3.3.1 Loading Effects The FX Rack has the following buttons and menus to the left, whereas the effects are visualized on the right: 1. SAVE Button Saves the current preset for future use & sharing.
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2. LOAD Button Loads a previously saved preset. 3. BP ALL Button Instantly bypasses all effects processing. 4. DEL ALL Button Instantly removes all effects currently loaded in the rack. 5. Presets Menu Choose a preset from the drop-down menu. 6. ADD NEW EFFECT Menu Choose an effect from the various categories and add it to the FX rack. 7. BP Button Appears next to an effect – used to bypass it. 8.
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MUTE M Enjoy the silence. Oscillator O1 & O2 The two oscillators in your Discrete 8 SC can be routed to the interface’s outputs for testing purposes. 4. Advanced User Tips Ground Loop Hum and Noise The design of Discrete 8 SC minimizes the possibility of ground loop hum and noise. However, we recommend the use of shorter, shielded cables and balanced connections for all the audio signals of your system.
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⦁ Check that the relevant lock light on the control panel of the Discrete 8 SC is lit. ⦁ Try a different cable and another source if available. ⦁ Check the routing on the control panel. Have you routed the signal path correctly? ⦁ If you have routed signals to the routing mixer, check their corresponding fader is up. ⦁ Check the relevant peak meters of the control panel by selecting them in the drop down menu to see if the relevant signal is being received or is being outputted.