Alesis 7-51-0121-A manual Important Safety Instructions

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Important Safety Instructions

11.Use only attachments or accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12.Use only with a cart, stand, bracket, or table designed for use with professional audio or music equipment. In any installation, make sure that injury or damage will not result from cables pulling on the apparatus and its mounting. If a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15.This unit produces heat when operated normally. Operate in a well-ventilated area with at least six inches of clearance from peripheral equipment.

16.This product, in combination with an amplifier and headphones or speakers, may be capable of producing sound levels that could cause permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for a long period of time at a high volume level or at a level that is uncomfortable. If you experience any hearing loss or ringing in the ears, you should consult an audiologist.

17.Do not expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing. Do not place objects filled with liquids (flower vases, soft drink cans, coffee cups) on the apparatus.

18.WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

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Contents Reference Manual Page Table of Contents Table Of Contents Introduction WelcomeIntroduction Important features of your SmashupAbout the Smashup Smashup Key Features How to Use This Manual Safety symbols used in this product Safety Instructions/NoticesImportant Safety Instructions English Please follow these precautions when using this productImportant Safety Instructions CE Declaration Of Conformity FCC Compliance StatementSymboles utilisés dans ce produit Instructions de Sécurité Importantes FrenchImportant Safety Instructions Sicherheit Symbole verwendet in diesem Produkt Lesen Sie bitte die folgende Sicherheitshinweise GermanImportant Safety Instructions This page intentionally left blank If you can’t wait to get started If youre new to signal ProcessingQuick Start Guide Hook it up to a synthesizerQuick overview of the controls Quick Start GuideRear Panel Connections Installing in a RackPower Unpacking and InspectionIn-line connection Connecting audioConnections Turn up the trimConnecting to the Channel Inserts of a mixing console Connecting to the Main Outputs of a mixing console Connecting to the inserts on an instrument amplifierAbout audio cables Connecting to equipment with XLR inputs and outputsDont use line transformers Using the ModLink What about the input and output jacks on the slave units?Using the Smashup What is a compressor?What the controls do Using the SmashupAttack/Release times vary by Type How the Smashup goes beyond just compression Gain structure Operational adviceSetting Levels About stereo compressionGraph of input level Description of ControlsThreshold Graph of compressionRelease AttackLook Ahead Pumping BreathingOutput FAT mode and SizzleSizzle Opto Type Select SwitchClassic TransparentPump De-EssFat Using the Foot Switch BypassClassic Sample SettingsThreshold and Output settings may need changing De-EssOpto Sample SettingsFat PumpTransparent BlankBlank Settings Templates Troubleshooting Troubleshooting IndexTroubleshooting Keep Audio Wiring AS FAR Away from AC Wiring AS Possible Avoiding ground loop noiseLine conditioners and spike protectors Cleaning Care and MaintenanceRefer all servicing to Alesis Customers in the USA and Canada Obtaining repair serviceCustomers outside the USA and Canada Audio Output SpecificationsAudio Input MechanicalSpecifications Foot SWITCH, 16 IndexWarranty / Contact Alesis Alesis Limited WarrantyWarranty/Contact Information Alesis Contact Information