Hints and tips for using the Apollo Ensemble
The USB-to-DMX interface allows Ensemble to talk to any standard DMX lighting. Unfortunately we’ve discovered a couple of cables had firmware (software inside the interface) that might not work properly …
The Ensemble software is provided as a unique download link, together with a serial number. Follow these simple instructions to get Ensemble installed on your PC. Run ‘autorun.exe‘ from the …
What do I need? SimplyWorks Wireless Switch Set – receiver and up-to four switches. Ensemble software – installed on a PC. Speakers (optional) Setup Instructions Connect the SimplyWorks receiver …
Ensemble usually sends MIDI information from the Notes, Chords and Controller blocks to a built-in Soundfont Synth to generate sound. Sometimes we want to send MIDI to a different software …
A common use of the Image and Video block is to have an image on screen as soon as the theme starts. This helps sets a mood for a performance …
Each MIDI channel in Ensemble can play a different musical instrument sound using the GM (General MIDI) soundset. This short video shows you how to change the instruments on each …
This short video shows you how to link a switch (in this case a key on the computer keyboard) to a series of MIDI notes. The principal is the same …
Ensemble is built to be customised and expanded to suit your needs. For that reason we have a ‘Palette Manager’ built in to the software to enable you to add …
The Gamepad Plugin lets you use any controller that appears to the PC as a Gamepad to be used with Ensemble. Although there are blocks available to download from the …
Wondering if you’re in need on a software upgrade? We are constantly updating and improving the Ensemble software with regular bug fixes and feature additions. Some updates are more substantial …