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Details the warranty period, coverage for manufacturing defects, and items not covered, such as misuse or carriage costs.
Provides the company's physical address, phone number, email, and website for inquiries and support.
Explains mains lead wiring codes for different regions and XLR connector pin assignments for signal connections.
Guides on setting the correct voltage for the unit and notes its typical power draw from the mains supply.
Describes the identical controls available on each of the four independent microphone preamplifier channels.
Instructions on using the gain control and meters to achieve optimal input signal levels and headroom.
Guidance on using the phase switch to correct phase issues in multi-microphone recordings.
Tips for using the Red 1 for stereo recording with matched microphone pairs and identical gain settings.
Explains the fundamental differences and functions of compressors versus limiters in audio processing.
Details dynamic range, how a compressor reduces it, and an overview of its controls.
Describes the role of the limiter in setting an absolute maximum volume threshold for the signal.
An overview of the primary controls for the Red 3 compressor/limiter unit.
Details how to set the ratio for compression intensity and the threshold for activation point.
Explains how to set attack and release times for transients and use make-up gain for output volume.
Covers meter display options, limiter operation, and using the key input for side-chain compression.
Guides on stereo linking, compensating for quiet signals, and when to apply compression.
Details mic/line input switching, gain adjustment ranges, and output trimming for the mic preamp section.
Refers to the Red 3 section for detailed information on the compressor's features and operation.
Explains how to use the de-esser for sibilance and the exciter for frequency spectrum enhancement.
Describes the exciter's function and how the band-pass filter control isolates specific frequency ranges.
Explains the use of the high-pass filter for removing rumble and bass lift, referencing the Red 2.
Describes the Red 8 as providing two independent microphone preamplifiers and refers to Red 1 for usage details.
Provides steps to diagnose why a module may not be operating, checking LEDs and power rails.
Detailed instructions for safely replacing internal fuses, including warnings and panel removal.
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