The most exciting feature of the iDea preamp 
is its ability to transfer program material to 
and from a computer using a standard USB 
connection.
While  the    iDea  comes  with  a  variety  of 
introductory sample material, Ovation has 
seen to it that a large variety of additional 
program material is available and constantly 
updated on the web.  Just log onto 
www.OvationiDea.com  for  additional  free 
materials  as  well  a  wealth  of  links  to 
specialized iDea content.
The  iDea  stores  program  material  in  the 
widely  used  MP3  format.    Virtually  any 
MP3  program  material  can  be  stored  in 
the preamp's memory.  So, if you'd like to 
update  the  content  that  came  with  your 
preamp, or if you just want to download the 
recordings you've already created to your 
computer,  here's  the  simple  process  that 
connects your iDea to the virtual world:
Using the supplied  USB  cable,  insert the 1. 
smaller  end  into  the  mini  connector 
on  the  front  panel  of  the  preamp. 
Connect the other  end of the cable to a 2. 
free  USB  connector  on  your  computer. 
Wait  for  your  computer  to  recognize  the 3. 
preamp.    When  recognized,  the  preamp 
will  display  the  USB  CONNECT  screen. 
The  iDea  will  now  appear  as  a  removable 
storage  device  on  your  computer. 
Using your computer's file system finder/ 4. 
explorer, you can now upload or download 
your MP3 files 
between your 
computer and 
your preamp as 
well as perform 
"housekeeping" 
functions like 
renaming, 
deleting, 
and reorganizing.
Unplug to return to 
normal operation.
Connect With USB
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Get Technical
For warranty information,  system specifications, 
an in-depth video user guide, as well as links and 
"freebies" for your new iDea preamp visit:
 www.OvationiDea.com
On the Web
What makes the iDea preamp  such a break-
through product is its functionality allowing 
you to update the program material stored 
in it.  Whether you want to take lessons, play 
along  with  jam  tracks,  or  load  in  backing 
tracks for your own compositions, the iDea 
keeps your music and your guitar in sync.
To  explore  the  ever-growing  catalog  of 
program material and community created for 
your iDea, be sure to visit:
www.OvationiDea.com
Besides the downloads, you'll find a wealth 
of  information  that  can  help  you  get  the 
most from your new preamp.
Get Help
If  you've  searched  through  all  the  use  and 
function  materials  on  the  iDea  web  site 
and  you  still  can't  find  an  answer  to  your 
question,  please contact us at:
 askus@ovationguitars.com