UAD POWERED PLUG-INS USER MANUAL VERSION 5.3 MANUAL VERSION 090403 Universal Audio, Inc. 1700 Green Hills Road Scotts Valley, CA 95066-4926 Voice: +1-831-440-1176 Fax: +1-831-461-1550 www.uaudio.com Customer Support (USA): 1-877-MY-UAUDIO (877-698-2834) NOTICES Disclaimer Servicing This manual provides general information, preparation for use, installation and The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in the operating instructions for the Universal Audio UAD Powered Plug-Ins. The operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. personnel. Universal Audio, Inc. makes no warranties of any kind with regard to this manual, or the product(s) it refers to, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Universal Audio, Inc. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages in connection with the FCC Compliance furnishing, performance, or use of this material or the product(s). This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed Important Safety Instructions to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Before using this unit, be sure to carefully read the applicable items of these This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if operating instructions and the safety suggestions. Afterwards keep them handy not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful for future reference. Take special care to follow the warnings indicated on the interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that unit, as well as in the operating instructions. interference will not occur in a particular installation. Water and Moisture If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the Do not use the unit near any source of water or in excessively moist user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the environments. following measures: Object and Liquid Entry • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall, and liquids are not spilled, into • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. the enclosure through openings. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which Ventilation the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. When installing the unit in a rack or any other location, be sure there is adequate ventilation. Improper ventilation will cause overheating, and can Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Universal Audio damage the unit. could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Heat The unit should be situated away from heat sources, or other equipment that Copyright produces heat. Copyright © 2009 Universal Audio, Inc. All rights reserved. Power Sources This manual and any associated software, artwork, product designs, and design concepts are subject to copyright protection. No part of this document may be The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in reproduced, in any form, without prior written permission of Universal Audio, the operating instructions, or as marked on the unit. Inc. Your rights to the software are governed by the accompanying End-User Power Cord Protection license agreement. AC power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to Trademarks cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit. Never take hold of the plug or cord if your hand is wet. Always grasp the Powered Plug-Ins, UAD, UAD-1, UAD-1e, UAD-2, Xpander, LA-2A, LA-3A, plug body when connecting or disconnecting AC. 1176, EX-1, DM-1, RS-1, CS-1 Channel Strip, RealVerb Pro, DreamVerb, Helios, Precision Mastering Series, Precision Mix Series, UAD 4K, and the Cleaning Universal Audio, Inc. logo are trademarks of Universal Audio, Inc. Other The external unit should be cleaned only with a damp cloth and mild soap if company and product names mentioned herein are trademarks of their necessary. Chemical cleaners may damage the silkscreen and/or finish. respective owners. Nonuse Periods The AC power supply cord of the unit should be unplugged from the AC outlet when left unused for a long period of time. Damage Requiring Service The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel when: • The AC power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; • Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the unit; • The unit has been exposed to rain; • The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; • The unit has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged. Universal Audio, Inc. OR OTHERWISE. NO ORAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION OR ADVICE GIVEN BY UNIVERSAL AUDIO OR A UNIVERSAL AUDIO- End-User License Agreement AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE SHALL CREATE A WARRANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY. 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