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Apogee Duet 2 Users Guide -Print VersionCreated: July 2011This version of the Duet 2 Users Guide is for PRINT purposes only. The latest and most up-to

Connect a microphone or instrument to the breakout cable’s combo jack.Open Apogee Maestro 2 from the Applications folder and select the Input tab.Sele

Note: If you are using a condenser microphone that requires phantom power, then select the 48V box on the Input tab of Maestro 2.Phantom power is indi

Using Duet with LogicWarning! Apogee's Control Panel within Logic is not compatible with Duet 2Go to the Logic Pro or Logic Express menu and choo

Set the I/O Buffer Size to 128.Click Apply Changes at the bottom of the Preferences window.!By selecting Duet 2 input and output labels in Logic, the

Now close the Logic Pro Preferences window and select New > Collection > Empty Project from the Trackmenu.If you are recording a single micropho

Logic will now ask you to name the project and save in on your hard drive.Click the Record button in the transport control at the bottom of the Logic

OperationMulti-Function Controller KnobDuet’s multi-function controller knob allows you to easily switch between Inputs and Outputs as well as adjust

Input levelTo change Duet’s input level (i.e the recording level of mics and instruments), press and release the encoder repeatedly until the desired

Duet’s Assignable TouchpadsDuet's two assignable touchpads can be assigned to control many of Duet's settings and parameters. Use them to se

Dim outputsThe Dim function lowers the output volume by 15 dB. This function is convenient when you want to briefly lower the playback volume in the sp

Quick Start! 5Introduction! 5Packaging Contents! 5Duet 2 Panel Tour! 6OLED Panel Tour! 7Connecting to your Mac! 7Choosing Duet 2 for Mac Sound I/O! 8C

Clear MetersThe Clear Meters function will remove held peak and over indicators on software and OLED meters when Peak Hold or Over Hold (in the System

Click on the Output tab and select Duet in the Device window.Click on the Input tab and select Duet in the Device window.21

OS X Audio MIDI SetupOS X Audio MIDI Setup is found in Applications > Utilities and provides control of Duet’s sample rate and output level, as wel

Apogee Maestro 2Apogee Maestro software provides the most complete control of Duet, including;•Control of all settings•Store/recall of configurations•L

Duet 2 has a sophisticated built-in power management system and will notify you with a message on its display when the use of the external power suppl

Maestro 2Devices SidebarAny Maestro-compatible Apogee interfaces connected to the host computer are displayed in the Devices sidebar, regardless of wh

Prefix (A-Z, found in Maestro’ s Device Settings tab window) which is displayed on the ID button.Input Tab Window1. Device Icon & ID Button - see t

Output Tab Window1. Device Icon & ID Button - see the description above.2. Analog Output Meter - This meter displays the level of the analog outpu

Duet's top panel touch buttons may be set to engage Sum to Mono on the Speaker outputs, the headphone outputs or both at the same time. See Devic

Mixer Tab WindowUse the Mixer Tab Window to adjust the Mix of input and output signals as well as configure Low Latency Mixing.1. Device Icon & ID

Device Settings Tab Window! 28Mixer Tab Window! 29System Setup Window! 30Menu Bar Menus! 31Low Latency Mixing! 33Connections! 39Monitors and Headphone

System Setup Window1. Sample Rate - This drop down selects the sample rate. Under certain circumstances, (for example, when a DAW session is open) thi

Menu Bar MenusAbout Apogee Maestro - Choose this menu item to display version information.Preferences - Choose this menu item to display Maestro’s Pre

Minimize - Choose this menu item to minimize the Maestro window to the OS X Dock.Zoom - Choose this menu item to maximize the size of the Maestro wind

Low Latency MixingWhile recording, if you notice a delay between the moment you play or sing a note and when you hear it in your headphones you are ex

To illustrate the effect of latency, figure A depicts the typical signal path of a vocal overdub session. A vocalist sings into a microphone, which is

Working with the Maestro MixerDo I need the Maestro Mixer?The Maestro mixer serves to provide a low latency monitoring mix while recording. Therefore

Software monitoring - Because the signal to be recorded is monitored through the Maestro mixer, the outputs of software tracks actively recording shou

Maestro Mixer SettingsInitially, set the Input, Software Return, and Mixer Master faders to 0 dB.On the Output tab of Maestro, set the speaker, headph

After making the input selection and setting gain, the signal should be displayed on both the Input and Mixer Master meters. If the Input’s Over LED l

ConnectionsMonitors and HeadphonesConnect powered monitors (Duet will not power unpowered monitors) to the 1/4” outputs with the icons labeled OUT-L a

Troubleshooting/FAQs! 55Further Troubleshooting Resources! 57Specifications! 58System Requirements! 59Duet 2 Warranty Information and Legal Notices! 60

In Maestro, change Input 1 to instrumentConnect a microphone to the combination jack's XLR input 2In Maestro, change Input 2 to MicConnecting Two

In Maestro, change Input 1 to MicConnect microphone #2 to the combination jack's XLR input 2.In Maestro, change Input 2 to MicConnecting Two Inst

In Maestro, change Input 1 to instrumentConnect instrument #2 to the combination jack's 1/4" instrument input 2In Maestro, change Input 2 to

Powered MonitorsDuet is also the best way to listen to audio from your Mac, be it from your iTunes library, an Internet radio station, or CD/DVD playb

ApplicationsUsing Duet with LogicWarning! Apogee's Control Panel within Logic is not compatible with Duet 2Go to the Logic Pro or Logic Express m

Set the I/O Buffer Size to 128.Click Apply Changes at the bottom of the Preferences window.!By selecting Duet 2 input and output labels in Logic, the

If you are recording a single microphone or instrument, make the following selections in the New Tracks dialog box:Number: 1Type: AudioFormat: MonoInp

Using Duet with Apple’s GarageBandWarning! Apogee's Control Panel within GarageBand is not compatible with Duet 2If you have Duet connected when

Using Duet with Avid Pro Tools 9Choose Setup menu > Playback Engine.Choose Duet for Current Engine.48

Set the Buffer Size to 128. Click OK.49

Quick StartIntroductionThank you for purchasing Duet 2. This QuickStart guide describes how to set up Duet 2 with your Mac, connect speakers or headph

Using Duet with Apple MainStageWarning! Apogee's Control Panel within MainStage is not compatible with Duet 2Choose MainStage > PreferencesCli

Using Duet with Apple Final Cut ProChoose Final Cut Pro > Audio/Video Settings.Click on the A/V Devices tab. Select Duet in the Audio menu. Click O

Using Duet with Apple Soundtrack ProChoose Soundtrack Pro > Preferences.Click on the Recording tab. Select Duet in both the Input and Monitor menus

Using Duet with MOTU Digital PerformerChoose Setup > Configure Audio System >Configure Hardware DriverIn the Configure Hardware Driver window, sele

Using Duet with Steinberg NuendoChoose Devices > Device SetupIn the Devices window, click on VST Audio System. Select Duet in the ASIO menu.Once Du

Troubleshooting/FAQsQ: What does the display of a white Apogee logo "A" on the top panel OLED indicate? A: The white "A" indicates

Click on the Devices tab, then the Core Audio tab. Uncheck Enabled, then re-check it. 4) In iTunes, stop then re-start audio playback.!Symptom: The to

Further Troubleshooting ResourcesIf you still haven't found a resolution to your issue, Apogee provides a wide range of resources to help you.!Ap

SpecificationsFeaturesDuet 2Computer ConnectivityUSB 2.0 High SpeedRoundtrip Latency Performance32 buffer @ 96kHz = 3.6 ms64 buffer @44.1 kHz = 5.8 msP

FeaturesDuet 2Dim OutputsToggle Headphone SourceCore Audio CompatibleSystem Requirements•Intel Mac 1.5 GHz or faster•MacOS X 10.6.4 or greater•2 GB mi

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Duet 2 Warranty Information and Legal NoticesRegistration and Warranty InformationBe sure to register your Duet 2, either by filling in the enclosed Re

USA: Some states do not allow for the exclusion or limitation of implied warranties or liability for incidental or consequential damage, so the above

Software NoticeRedistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions ar

4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.NOTE: The use of non-shielded cable with this equipment is prohibited.!CAUTION: C

OLED Panel TourConnecting to your MacSystem Requirements•Intel Mac 1.5 GHz or faster•MacOS X 10.6.4 or greater•2 GB minimum RAM, 4 GB recommended7

Install Duet Software1. Remove the protective film from the front panel, otherwise the Touch Pads will not work2. Connect Duet 2’s USB port to a USB po

Check Audio Playback in iTunesTo verify Duet 2’s output, open iTunes (found in your Mac’s Applications folder), choose a song, and click Play.!Adjusti