Manley CORE - Introduction and Manual Information; An Introduction to the Manley CORE; Manual Conventions Explained

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THANK YOU!...
for selecng the Manley CORE® Reference Channel Strip. This unit combines a high quality vacuum tube microphone
preamplier, an ELOP® Compressor, an EQ secon and a fast FET Brickwall Limiter.
Musical. Flexible. Forgiving.
These three concepts were our main goals in designing the CORE® channel strip. To give the musician tools he or she
really needs, without needless complicaon.
Why is this important?
Because recording has become more complicated than ever! Computers, plug-ins, and soware can easily distract
from creang your music. By designing a dedicated recording channel with very high quality stages – but without extra
funcons you will rarely use – you can concentrate on your art, not worry about the technology.
The elements that make up the CORE® are the result of decades of design, listening and experience of working with
engineers and musicians. The CORE® may have fewer knobs than other units, but we think they are the right knobs!
SAFETY INFORMATION
1. Water and Moisture – Do not use The CORE near any source of water or in excessively moist environments.
2. Object and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so that objects do not fall, and liquids are not spilled, into the
enclosure through the openings.
3. Heat & Venlaon – When installing The CORE in a rack or any other locaon, be sure there is adequate venlaon.
Improper venlaon will cause overheang, and can damage the unit. The unit should be situated away from heat
sources, or other equipment that produce heat.
4. Power Sources – The CORE has a universal power supply which can operate in any country. It has an input voltage
range of 90-260 VAC at 50/60 Hz.
5. Cleaning - The CORE can be cleaned with just a damp cloth, or alcohol/methylated spirits for more stubborn marks.
6. Damage - If aer unpacking your CORE there are signs of shipping damage, contact your dealer.
7. Servicing - Do not aempt any servicing without consulng your dealer or Manley Laboratories, Inc. The user should
not aempt to service the unit beyond that described in the operang instrucons. All other servicing should be
referred to qualied service personnel. This unit has high voltages present, even aer the power has been switched o.
8. DO NOT connect the AC supply cord unl all other connecons have been made. Aer inial power up the VU
Meter back light will “blink” for thirty seconds. The unit remains in MUTE unl this warm up period has elapsed.
UNPACKING YOUR CORE
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The CORE is secured in its packing carton by two end-caps. Hold the unit by the middle and simply li the unit
vercally straight out of the box. Aer it has been unpacked, check that nothing is loose inside when handling the unit.
The unit is shipped with the vacuum tubes installed. Make sure they are not loose by looking through the vent holes on
the top cover. Ensure they are standing upright in their sockets.
It is advisable to keep the original packaging. In the event of servicing or relocang, the original packaging ensures that
the unit will always be shipped safely. This package contains the following:
1 x Manley CORE Reference Channel Strip
1 x Manley CORE Owner’s Manual
1 x IEC Power Cable
1 x Warranty Statement & Registraon Card
INTRODUCTION