How do I transfer recordings to my iOS device?

Upon completing the initial setup steps described in this article: Introduction to USB file transfer, you are ready to connect your Sound Capsule to an iOS device.

Follow the steps below to learn how to access your files from an iOS device, such as an iPad or iPhone:

Step 1: Connection

Connect the Space Recorder to an iOS device via a USB cable.

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Note: Older iPad and iPhone models (14 or earlier) require the use of a Lightning to USB camera adaptor and a suitable USB adaptor cable to establish connection. Contact Nomono support for more information.

Step 2: Allow accessory to connect

The first time you connect the Sound Capsule to your iOS device, a popup may appear, prompting you to allow a connection to be established. Unlock your device to let the Sound Capsule connect.

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Step 3 - Enable USB

On your Sound Capsule display, observe the following message:

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Press the Up Arrow button to enable USB connection

Please note: If this message does not appear there is an issue with your USB connection. Attempt to reconnect or swap the cable. Also ensure that you are connecting directly between an iOS device and the Space Recorder itself.

If this does not solve the problem, please ensure that your Sound Capsule is running the correct software version or consider performing a Hard Reset, before restarting the process. Contact Nomono support if you require further assistance.

Step 4 - Access your files

There are several ways to locate your files on an iPhone. For simplicity we will be using the "Files" application in this instruction. You can find this application on your Home Screen or through a Spotlight search. Open the app and proceed to Step 5.

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Step 5 - Locate Sound Capsule drive

Select Browse from the menu bar located at the bottom. Under Locations you will now see the Sound Capsule, listed as "NOMONO-SC". From here you will gain access your audio files.

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Step 6 - Access your files

Your audio recordings are organized in folders named by date and time in the format YYYYMMDD-HHMMSS for easy sorting, with each recording saved in its own folder.

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Step 7 - Manage Your Files

Inside each folder, you’ll find the audio files for your recording:

Stellar Mic Files: Depending on your setup, there will be 1 to 4 files, each labeled by the color of the corresponding mic, such as Green.wav (mono, 16-bit/48kHz).
Ambisonic File: This file contains a group of 8 audio tracks captured by the 8 microphones onboard the Space Recorder. These tracks are combined into a single 8-channel audio file saved as ambisonic.flac (losslessly compressed, 8x mono, 24bit/48kHz).

This file structure allows for organized access to both individual mic channels and the full ambisonic capture, making it straightforward to manage and process your audio data.

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You can copy your recordings to your iOS device for safekeeping or sharing.

Note: When transferring recordings via USB, you bypass the Nomono Cloud’s audio processing algorithms, which handle tasks like level normalization and audio enhancements. This means the initial audio level may seem low. While experienced audio professionals can manually process these files—such as by using a limiter in a DAW to adjust volume—we strongly recommend using Nomono Cloud whenever possible to take full advantage of automatic processing and optimal sound quality.

Step 8 - Safely Disconnect the Sound Capsule

To ensure a safe file transfer, keep the Sound Capsule connected throughout the process. Once you’ve finished transferring files, follow these steps to safely disconnect your Sound Capsule from your iOS device:

Enter the USB Exit Menu on Your Space Recorder:
- Press the Down Arrow button on your Space Recorder to access the USB exit menu.
- Then, press the Up Arrow button to exit USB transfer mode.
Disconnect the USB Cable: You can now safely unplug the USB cable to complete the disconnection process.