This guide will help you get started with your new Discrete 8 Pro Synergy Core interface and download all accompanying software. Completion of the process is needed to validate your warranty and gain access to special software packages and exclusive product offers.
To start using your product, please make sure to follow the steps listed below. An internet connection is required for successful product activation.
To activate your device and use all features, you will need to create an Antelope account.
Once you have logged in, go to your account “Dashboard” and click Activate New Device.
Select your device from the list and download the Antelope Launcher for your operating system. Install the application following the on-screen instructions and log in using your Antelope account.
* If you already have the Antelope Launcher installed – make sure you are running the latest available Manager Server version in the System tab.
It is recommended to connect the device to your Mac or PC with the USB cable provided with the interface. The device will be automatically recognized by the Antelope Launcher, and you can safely proceed to the next step.
If your computer has only USB-C ports, and the device came with a USB-A cable, please use an adapter (provided separately).
If you prefer to activate the device over Thunderbolt, please install the necessary macOS / Windows driver first (step 4), as the device might not be recognized by the Launcher app without it.
If you are an owner of an M1 Apple Silicon-powered computer follow the installation guide here.
If you are running OS 10.15 Catalina or higher, please go through this article to allow the driver installation in the Security and Privacy settings.
USB:
All of our audio interfaces are Class Compliant, and can run straight out of the box without a driver installation.
However, we recommend installing the Antelope Unified Driver following the steps below, for improved performance.
Thunderbolt™ (not yet compatible with Thunderbolt™ 4 ports on Windows):
To operate the device via Thunderbolt, please install the Antelope Unified Driver following the steps below.
From the System tab, select the latest version in the Antelope Unified Driver field. Place a checkmark in the empty box and click Update.
* Please make sure you have the Microsoft Thunderbolt™ Control Center installed.
You can download the file from here: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/p/thunderbolt-control-center/.
If you are an owner of an M1 Apple Silicon-powered computer follow the installation guide here.
If you are running OS 10.15 Catalina or higher, please go through this article to allow the driver installation in the Security and Privacy settings.
USB:
All of our audio interfaces are Class Compliant, and can run straight out of the box without a driver installation.
However, we recommend installing the Antelope Unified Driver following the steps below, for improved performance.
Thunderbolt™ (not yet compatible with Thunderbolt™ 4 ports on Windows):
To operate the device via Thunderbolt, please install the Antelope Unified Driver following the steps below.
From the System tab, select the latest version in the Antelope Unified Driver field. Place a checkmark in the empty box and click Update.
* Please make sure you have the Microsoft Thunderbolt™ Control Center installed.
You can download the file from here: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/p/thunderbolt-control-center/.
Click on Activate Device and proceed with the on-screen instructions. The device will restart after successful activation.
From the menu, you can also assign any standard and promotional software bundles available in your account.
Congratulations, your audio interface is now activated.
This step is necessary to install the newest firmware and the control panel of your device.
* On Windows via a USB connection – this step will also install the latest driver for your device.
On the Devices tab next to your interface, click Update and wait for the process to finish.
The device will restart after a successful installation.
Lastly, you will be required to activate your product warranty. This is done from the My Warranty tab in My Antelope Account.
If you have successfully activated your product, it should now appear under My Warranty. Click on Add Warranty.
On the following screen you will be asked to enter information about your new device and 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.
After successfully completing the process, you can click on View Warranty to see if your file has been uploaded correctly.
You are set and ready to use your new audio interface!
