Antelope MP32 User manual
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Antelope Audio introduces MP32: 32 channels of transparent, world-class microphone
preamplifiers in a compact 2U rack design. MP32 is the ultimate front-end recording device
for both live and studio applications and the perfect companion to Antelope's Orion32
interface.
MP32 expands on the 12 mic preamps of Zen Studio in the form of a 32-channel mic preamp
housed in only two rack spaces. We designed MP32 to be a perfect match for our top-selling
audio interface Orion32. It ensures full transparency of the sound and complete integrity of
the signal in the whole chain - from the preamps through conversion, recording and playback,
all of them characterized by the signature Antelope sound.
Should you ever find yourself struggling, do not hesitate to contact our Customer
Support team over phone, live chat and our ticket system. You can also visit Antelope Audio
on YouTube and explore our video tutorials or join the Antelope Audio Users Facebook group
and ask for advice. The Knowledge Base is also a good source of information.
Enjoy working with MP32!
Best wishes,
Team Antelope
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MANDATORY ONLINE ACTIVATION
Please note that the mandatory device activation procedure requires an active Internet
connection on your computer. Activating an Antelope device offline is not possible.
INSTALLATION GUIDE
Step 1: Getting Started
Connect the MP32 to a power outlet using an AC power cable. Plug in the device to your
computer using a USB cable.
Step 2: Install the MP32 Launcher/Control Panel (macOS & Win)
Download and install the MP32 Launcher/Control Panel application for Windows or
macOS from here.
Open and install the Launcher/Control Panel by following the steps in the installation wizard.
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Step 3: Connect the MP32 to your computer
Once the installation has been completed, start the application. Wait until the software finds
the device, click on it once it appears in the empty field and select Connect.
You can now begin using your MP32.
Note: Make sure your device has the most recent firmware installed. Check this by opening the
Options window and clicking on the Firmware Update button. See picture:
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ACTIVATE YOUR PRODUCT WARRANTY
You will be required to activate your product warranty from the My Warranty tab in My
Antelope Account. To activate your product, click on the text that sends you to the page
where you can add a custom warranty.
On the following screen you will be asked to enter information about your new device and to
attach your warranty. Select your device from the list under Device type and add a serial
number. You can find it on the back side of your device’s rack ears. After entering the serial
number enter the date of purchase.
The last step is to attach your warranty. You can add multiple files (up to five) by using the
plus sign. Acceptable formats are .pdf, .jpg, .png, .jpeg, .heif, and the size limit is 7 MB per file.
Once you have completed the steps click Add Warranty.
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After successfully completing the process, you can click on View Warranty to see if your file
has been uploaded correctly.
FRONT PANEL EXPLAINED
1. 4 HiZ/ Mic Preamp/ Line Inputs
The first 4 Class A mic preamps are switchable line/ HiZ inputs and all feature phantom power
over Combo input. HiZ inputs are optimised for musical instruments eg. guitar and bass.
Note: ¼” TRS inputs are for line level signals only. XLR inputs are for mic level signals only.
2. 28 Mic Preamp/ Line Inputs
All 28 inputs feature phantom power over Combo inputs.
Note: ¼” TRS inputs are for line level signals only. XLR inputs are for mic level signals only.
3. Power light
The red Antelope shaped power light illuminates when power is present at the AC Power
Connection and is connected to a mains electricity supply.
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REAR PANEL EXPLAINED
4. AC Power Connection
For use with Antelope's AC power supply only. The AEC connector supports a range from
~95-245V. This enables the device to automatically accommodate mains voltage in every
country.
5. USB Full-Speed
MP32 uses USB connector Type B and allows users to connect the MP32’s software control
panel both on Windows & Mac OS X.
6. 4 x D-SUB 25pin TASCAM Analog Outputs
These connectors enable you to attach breakout cables, each with 8 lines. 32-channels can
easily be connected to the Orion32’s inputs using a standard double-ended D-SUB 25pin
analog cable.
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CONTROL PANEL APPLICATION
The MP32 Control Panel application lets you control all the functionality of its hardware. There
are two different types of preamp section on the MP32 control panel, one which is HiZ enabled
to the first four preamps and the rest of the preamps which control only mic/line levels.
The Control Panel application contains the following items:
1. Standby button
2. Presets 1-3. Click to recall a preset. To save a new preset, click on the desired slot while
holding the Command key on Mac or Ctrl key on PC).
3. Channel Name (double-click to customize)
4. VU meter (modified to emphasize peak and digital clipping)
5. Gain level display – shows current amount of gain on the channel in dB.
6. Channel gain dial, adjustable up to 68dB in 1dB steps.
7. 48V phantom power switches
8. Mic, Line and HiZ modes, selectable via drop-down menu. Please ensure that your selection
in the drop-down menu matches the input signal type.
9. Peak meters
10. Options window, accessed by clicking the '?' button:
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11. In Standby, the Control Panel confirms the device is connected.
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