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Here you will find everything related to the installation, activation, updates, release notes and manuals of our Virtual Instruments and Applications.
Release Notes
General Information
- Enabling Applications to Communicate Over the Local Network on macOS (12, 13, 14, 15)
- Enabling Applications to Communicate Over the Local Network on iOS (15, 16, 17, 18)
- Enabling Applications to Communicate Over the Local Network on Windows 11
- What is "Ambiente" and Why Should I Use It?
- Why Do SWAM Instruments Need to Use the Local Network?
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Product & License Management
How To...
- I Don't Hear a Difference When Adjusting the "Players Accuracy" Parameter... Is It Not Working?
- Why Are There Few Presets for the Strings Sections?
- Can I Use the Room Simulator for SWAM Solo Instruments?
- Can I Reuse a MIDI Preset Created with SWAM Solo Instruments?
- I Can't Achieve a "Scratch" Sound Effect Like in Solo Instruments, Is That Correct? / Increasing Bow Pressure Doesn't Produce a Scratch Sound Like in Solo Instruments.
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Grow Your Knowledge
Compatibility
Known Issues
- Ensure the Divisi Number Is Different When Adding Multiple Sections of the Same Instruments Playing at Unison
- Why Do I Sometimes Hear Portamento, Especially in Fast Runs? / How to Control and Limit Portamento in SWAM String Sections.
- Experiencing CPU Issues When Running Multiple Instances of SWAM String Section. / Is My Computer Powerful Enough for SWAM String Sections?
- Are My SWAM Instruments Vanishing from the Ambiente Room Simulator a Bug?
Enabling Applications to Communicate Over the Local Network on iOS (15, 16, 17, 18)
Method 1: Grant Local Network Access to Applications
When an app first attempts to access the local network, iOS displays a prompt:
"[AppName] would like to find and connect to devices on your local network. This app will be able to discover and communicate with devices on the networks you use."
If access was denied or if you need to verify permissions, follow these steps:
1. Open Settings.
2. Scroll down and find the appthat requires local network access.
3. Tap on the app.
4. Ensure that Local Network is toggled ON.
Alternative way to check all apps at once (iOS 16, 17, 18):
1. Open Settings.
2. Go to Privacy & Security.
3. Tap Local Network.
4. You will see a list of all apps that have requested local network access.
5. Ensure the required apps are enabled.
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Method 2: Check Wi-Fi Network Settings
Some Wi-Fi configurations may prevent local network communication.
1. Open Settings.
2. Tap Wi-Fi.
3. Find the connected network and tap the (i) button next to it.
4. Check ifPrivate Wi-Fi Address is enabled.
- If local communication issues persist, try disabling this setting temporarily.
5. Ensure Limit IP Address Tracking is OFF, as it may interfere with local discovery.
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Method 3: Check Firewall, VPN, or Proxy Settings
VPNs, firewalls, or proxy configurations can block local network traffic.
1. Open Settings
2. Go to General > VPN & Device Management.
3. If a VPN is active, try temporarily disabling it to see if local network communication improves.
4. If a Proxy is enabled:
- Go to Wi-Fi.
- Tap (i) next to the connected network.
- Scroll down to HTTP Proxy and check if it's set to Manual or Auto.
- If enabled, try setting it to Off temporarily.
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Conclusion
After completing these steps, your application can:
- Discover other devices on the local network.
- Communicate without being blocked by iOS privacy settings.
- Work properly even when running in the background.