Pace iLok Parts list manual

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iLok Usage Guide for Pro Tools 7.0
The iLok USB Smart Key (iLok), manufactured by PACE Anti-Piracy, Inc., is a portable, cross-platform USB device designed for
authorizing plug-ins and software options for Pro Tools systems.
The iLok is similar to a dongle, but unlike a dongle, it is designed to securely authorize multiple software applications from
a variety of software developers. This key can hold over 100 licenses for all of your iLok-enabled software. Once an iLok is au-
thorized with a license for a given piece of software, you can use it to authorize that software on any computer.
iLok System Requirements
Updating iLok Drivers
To use iLok with Pro Tools, the appropriate software drivers, or PACE extensions, must be installed on the system. When you
install Pro Tools software, the latest PACE extensions are automatically installed at the same time. Individual plug-in or soft-
ware option installers do not include PACE extensions.
If a plug-in or software option requires a new version of a driver, it will automatically prompt you to download and install
the new driver. For more information and to download the latest drivers, visit the PACE Web site (www.paceap.com).
Software Requiring an iLok for Authorization
All optional plug-ins and most software options from Digidesign and Digidesign Development Partners require an iLok for
authorization. Any previously installed floppy disk authorizations from previous versions of Pro Tools will not be recognized.
Upgrading to Plug-Ins That Require an iLok for Authorization
If you are a registered owner of Digidesign or Digidesign-distributed plug-ins or software options, you must create an
iLok.com account in order to receive updated iLok licenses from Digidesign. (For instructions for setting up an iLok.com ac-
count, see “Getting Started with iLok.com” on page 5.) When you register Pro Tools 7.0, Digidesign Customer Service will de-
posit applicable licenses in your iLok.com account. You can then log onto iLok.com and move the licenses from your
iLok.com account to your iLok USB Smart Key.
iLok USB Smart Key
The iLok USB Smart Key is not supplied with your plug-in. You can use the one included with certain Pro Tools systems (such
as Pro Tools|HD systems), or purchase one separately.
The DigiRack plug-ins included with Pro Tools do not require an iLok for authorization.
For more information on authorizing Digidesign plug-ins and software options, visit the support section of the Digidesign Web
site (www.digidesign.com). For more information on authorizing plug-ins and software options from other manufacturers,
contact the manufacturers directly.

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Authorizing an iLok
Depending on how you purchase a plug-in or software option, you can authorize an iLok in one of the following ways:
iLok License Card If you purchased a boxed version of a plug-in, you authorize the plug-in by inserting the enclosed License
Card into an iLok. License Cards are specific to each plug-in. You will receive the appropriate License Cards for the plug-ins
that you purchase. License Cards have a small punch-out plastic chip called a GSM cutout, which is used to add licenses to
the iLok. See “Adding Licenses to an iLok with an iLok License Card” on page 4.
Digidesign.com and iLok.com Web sites When you purchase one or more plug-ins or software options online at the DigiStore
(www.digidesign.com), Digidesign deposits licenses in your user account at iLok.com. You can then authorize the plug-in by
downloading licenses from iLok.com to an iLok. See “Purchasing and Renting iLok Licenses from the DigiStore” on page 13.
Pro Tools Licenses can be added directly to an iLok from Pro Tools. See “Activating and Downloading Licenses to an iLok from
Pro Tools” on page 14.
Demo License Some iLok-compatible plug-ins let you run the plug-in in demo mode for a time-limited trial period. See “Ac-
tivating and Downloading Demo Licenses to an iLok” on page 2 for more information.
Activating and Downloading Demo Licenses to an iLok
Many iLok-compatible plug-ins can run in demo mode , which lets you use a plug-in for a time-limited trial period. Some of
these plug-ins require an iLok USB Smart Key and a demo license in order to run in demo mode. iLok USB Smart Keys dis-
tributed with Pro Tools|HD systems are pre-loaded with demo licenses for most Digidesign plug-ins that require them. If you
do not have a pre-authorized HD iLok and need to add a demo license, you can download the license directly to your iLok
from the Internet.
The following Digidesign and Digidesign-distributed plug-ins require an iLok USB Smart Key
and a valid demo license when
running in demo mode:
• Access Virus Indigo
• Bomb Factory plug-ins
• Line 6 AmpFarm
• Line 6 EchoFarm
• MDW Hi Res EQ
•Digidesign Bruno/Reso
• Digidesign DINR
• Digidesign Reverb One
• Digidesign ReVibe
• Sonic NoNOISE
Other Digidesign and Digidesign-distributed plug-ins will run in demo mode without an iLok USB Smart Key or a demo li-
cense.
Activating Demo Mode
You activate demo mode by choosing to start the trial period for a plug-in.
To activate demo mode for a plug-in:
1 Insert the iLok USB Smart Key into an available USB port on your computer.
2 Launch Pro Tools.
You must have an iLok.com User ID in order to purchase iLok licenses through Digidesign, and to download licenses to an iLok.
For more information, see “Getting Started with iLok.com” on page 5.

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3 When you are prompted to try or authorize the plug-in, click Try. (If you click Quit, the trial period will not begin, and
Pro Tools will continue to launch.)
When Pro Tools has launched, you are ready to use your plug-in in demo mode.
Downloading a Demo License
When you load a plug-in requiring a demo license and no demo license is present, you can download the demo license di-
rectly to your iLok.
To download a demo license and activate demo mode for a plug-in:
1 Insert the iLok USB Smart Key into an available USB port on your computer.
2 Make sure your computer is connected to the Internet.
3 Launch Pro Tools.
4 When you are prompted to try or authorize the plug-in, click Try.
5 Deselect Use License Card and click Next.
Authorization dialog
If you are not prompted to try the plug-in, quit Pro Tools and repeat the above steps, but without the iLok in the USB port.
Pro Tools should then prompt you to insert the iLok and authorize the plug-in.
License card dialog

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6 Select Internet activation, and click Next. You will be automatically connected to a Digidesign server, where you can sign
in and start the download.
.
When the download is complete, you are ready to use the plug-in in demo mode.
Adding Licenses to an iLok with an iLok License Card
Once a license for a plug-in or software option is added to an iLok USB Smart Key, you can use the iLok to authorize that soft-
ware on any supported computer.
To authorize a plug-in or software option with iLok:
1 Insert the iLok into an available USB port on your computer.
2 Launch Pro Tools. You will be prompted to authorize any installed unauthorized plug-ins or software options.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions until you are prompted to insert the License Card into the iLok.
4 Separate the GSM cutout from the larger protective card by pulling it up and out with your thumb. Do not force the cutout
down with your finger.
Demo activation dialog
If you are already using a demo version of the plug-in, launch Pro Tools before you insert the iLok, then insert the iLok into any
available USB port when prompted by Pro Tools.
License Card with GSM chip
GSM cutout

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5 Insert the GSM cutout into the iLok. Visually verify that the metal portion of the cutout makes contact with the iLok’s
metal card reader.
6 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the authorization process.
7 After the authorization has completed, remove the GSM cutout from the iLok. (If you have to remove the iLok from the
computer to remove the cutout, be sure to re-insert the iLok in any available USB port on your computer when you are fin-
ished.)
Getting Started with iLok.com
The iLok.com Web site (www.ilok.com) is a resource for viewing, adding, and managing licenses on your iLok USB Smart
Key(s).
Adding licenses from iLok.com to an iLok requires the following steps:
1 “Creating an iLok.com Account” on page 5.
2 “Registering an iLok with Your iLok.com Account” on page 7.
3 “Synchronizing an iLok with your iLok User Account” on page 10.
4 “Adding Licenses to Your iLok” on page 11.
Creating an iLok.com Account
To receive licenses, you must first create your free user account at iLok.com.
To create an iLok.com account:
1 Navigate to www.ilok.com in a Web-based browser.
iLok with License card
For instructions on authorizing a specific plug-in or software option, refer to the documentation included with the software.
For additional information about plug-ins and their operation, refer to the DigiRack Plug-Ins Guide.
See the iLok Web site (www.ilok.com) for details on supported Web-based browsers and operating systems.
You need to have at least one registered iLok in order to receive licenses in your iLok.com account. You can register one or more
iLoks in your user account and add licenses to an iLok at any time.
Make sure cookies are enabled in your Web-based browser. Refer to browser documentation for more information.
License card

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2 On the iLok.com home page, click Sign Up.
3 In the New Account Profile page, enter your account information. (You will need to indicate that you accept the agreement
before submitting.)
4 When finished entering account information, click Submit.
A page appears informing you that a message has been sent to your e-mail address, which will be used to confirm your free
registration.
iLok.com home page
iLok.com New Account Profile page
Remember your iLok.com User ID and password. You will need to provide your User ID to Digidesign Customer Service when
you register your Pro Tools purchase, so that licenses can be deposited in your iLok.com account (see “Registering an iLok with
Your iLok.com Account” on page 7).

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5 Log into your e-mail client, and click the link you have received via e-mail.
The Account Activated screen appears in your Web-based browser.
6 Click Log In.
7 On the iLok home page, log into your new account.
8 After you have created your user account and installed any new iLok software, you are ready to receive licenses and register
iLoks.
Registering an iLok with Your iLok.com Account
After you have created an iLok user account, you must register at least one iLok with your account at iLok.com before you can
download, add, transfer, or remove licenses.
To register an iLok USB Smart Key in your iLok.com account:
1 From www.ilok.com, log into your iLok user account.
iLok.com Account Activated page
If prompted, download and install the iLok Client software. (Follow the instructions on the iLok.com Web site.)
You can register any number of iLok USB Smart Keys in your account, and rename them if you choose.

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2 On the Welcome page, click the Manage tab.
3 Insert the iLok you want to register into a USB port on your computer.
4 Click Synchronize.
iLok.com displays a progress bar as it reads the serial number of the iLok (this may take some time). When it is finished, the
New iLoks Found! page appears.
iLok.com Welcome! page (one iLok registered)
Synchronizing an iLok (iLok.com)
Manage tab
Message indicating no iLoks
are registered in your account

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5 In the New iLoks Found! page, click OK.
The View the Contents of Your iLoks page appears, displaying a list of your newly registered iLok (and any other iLoks you
have registered). After you have registered the iLok with your iLok.com account, you can or transfer add any available licenses
to the iLok (see “Adding Licenses to Your iLok” on page 11).
iLok.com New iLoks Found! page
iLok.com View the Contents of Your iLoks page
The first time you register an iLok, it is automatically synchronized to your account on iLok.com. Each time you log into your
account on iLok.com, you must manually synchronize the iLok in order to view the most updated information about the ac-
tivity on the iLok. For more information, see “Synchronizing an iLok with your iLok User Account” on page 10.

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Synchronizing an iLok with your iLok User Account
An iLok must be synchronized to your iLok.com account in order to view, download, add, transfer, or remove licenses.
To synchronize an iLok with your user account:
1 From www.ilok.com, log into your iLok user account.
2 Insert a registered iLok into a USB port on your computer.
3 On the Welcome page, click the Manage tab.
The View the Contents of Your iLoks page appears, displaying a list of any iLoks you have registered on your account.
4 To synchronize the iLok with your user account, click Synchronize.
iLok.com displays a progress bar as it reads the serial number of the iLok (this may take some time). Once you have completed
synchronizing the iLok, any new information updates in the list. See “Adding Licenses to Your iLok” on page 11 for more in-
formation.
The first time you register an iLok, it is automatically synchronized to your account on iLok.com.
iLok.com View the Contents of Your iLoks page (list of licenses shown)
To see a history of any activity with iLoks you have registered with iLok.com, click the triangle to display the iLok’s history of
activity.
Synchronizing an iLok (iLok.com)
Click the triangle to
show or hide the li-
censes currently on
the iLok
Synchronize button
List of iLoks you
have downloaded
to your iLok.com
account