Waves APA44M User Manual

User’s Manual

Read First!

Warning – Safety First!

Please read and follow the instructions of the Registration Form

entitling you to technical support and service-under-warranty.

Important safety considerations

1. Read all operating instructions.

2. In case of damage to the APA44-M due to spilled liquids or
physical damage from knocks or dropping, repairs should be
performed by qualified service personnel only.

3. Attach the supplied rubber feet to the APA44-M unit for desktop
use and keep the unit away from rain, moisture, liquids, heat
sources or fire.

4. The APA44-M has a ventilation fan at its rear panel. Please be
sure not to block it and to allow at least 5cm of space for airflow.

5. Avoid placing the APA44-M where there may be radio or TV
interference.

6. Do not allow children to use the APA44-M without adult
supervision.

7. Use only the supplied power adapter.

8. Provide an earthing (grounding) connection before the power
adapter’s mains power cable is connected to the mains.

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Package Content

Your new APA44-M package contains:

1. APA44-M Unit 5. 4 rubber feet

2. External DC Power Adapter 6. CD wallet

3. 2 Power cables (1 US, 1 Eur) 7. Registration card

4. 1 Crossed Ethernet cable (2m) 8. This user guide

Mounting the APA44-M unit

For desktop use, attach the four rubber feet to the bottom of the
APA44-M before connecting it.

Alternatively, you can mount a single APA44-M or two units in a
standard 19" studio rack-mount using the APA44-M Rackmount
Adapter Kit (not supplied) which can be obtained through your Waves
dealer.
If you intend to use the Rackmount Adapter Kit, do not attach the
rubber feet to the APA44-M unit, or detach them if you already have.

1. Introduction

Welcome to the APA44-M manual. Be sure to read the safety
considerations on page 1 of this manual before you plug-in and switch
on the APA44-M's power.

The Waves Audio Processing Accelerator is a hardware platform
designed to provide independent processing resources for Waves
plug-ins running on a host computer.
This manual focuses on the APA44-M hardware connection and
operation aspects. All software aspects are covered in the software
manuals supplied via the Waves software installers or through
download from the Waves website.

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Front Panel View

Rear Panel View

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2. Connecting The APA44-M unit

2.1. Mains Power Supply

The DC power cable socket is located on the rear panel of the
APA44-M unit.
The supplied external power adapter is auto-switching and supports an
input of 100-240V, 50-60Hz. Use only the supplied power adapter.

Plug the power adapter’s DC cable into the APA44-M power socket
and then plug the supplied AC power cable into the power adapter’s
AC socket and to your electricity connection.

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2.2. Network Connection

The network cable connection is located at the back of the APA44-M.

There are two possible ways to connect the APA44-M unit to your host
computer:

1. Direct connection to the host computer’s Ethernet socket using the
supplied crossed Ethernet cable.

2. If you intend to connect more than one APA44-M unit to your host
computer, you will need to connect the APA44-M units to an
Ethernet switch* (not a hub) and connect the switch to your host
computer using standard (non-crossed) Ethernet cables.

If you connect more than one APA44-M unit to your host computer, the
Ethernet card in your host computer needs to be 1Gbit bandwidth
based in order to support the required network communication
bandwidth.

Important Note:
It is possible to connect the APA44-M unit(s) to an existing Ethernet
switch used to connect your host computer to other network
applications.
However, due to bandwidth and other network considerations it is
highly recommended to separate networks and to connect your
APA44-M unit(s) to a dedicated Ethernet card.
Following this recommendation will ensure fulfilling the maximum
power and potential of your APA44-M unit(s).

*For switch requirements and specifications please check the Waves website.

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3. Operation

Once the APA44-M unit is connected to power and to the network,
simply press the power button on the front panel to switch the unit on.
The power LED will illuminate to indicate that the unit is operating.
The APA44-M is now ready to communicate with your host computer.

To switch the APA44-M unit off, press and hold the power button on
the front panel for approximately 4 seconds. The power LED should
switch off to indicate that the unit is off.

Before switching the APA44-M off, make sure that the Waves software
is not running on it (as explained in the software manual).

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4. Troubleshooting

Please verify the following points before trying to use the Waves
software on the APA44-M unit:

1. The DC power cable is properly connected to the APA44-M.

2. The AC power cable is properly connected to the power adapter
and to the mains. The power adapter’s green LED is on.

3. Network connections:

a. A crossed network cable is connected between the

APA44-M and the host computer – in the case of
connecting a single APA44-M directly to the host
computer.

b. A standard network cable is connected between the

APA44-M and an Ethernet switch. The switch is connected
with a standard network cable to the host computer – in
the case of connecting several APA44-M units to the host
computer.

4. The APA44-M is switched on (by pressing the power button at the
front) and the power LED is illuminating.

In case it is necessary to restart the APA44-M unit, press and hold the
power button for a few seconds to switch the unit off, and then press it
again to switch the unit on.

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Contact Waves Sales and technical support

Before calling Waves for technical support, please first check the
Waves website (http://www.waves.com) for technical support issues
and the latest information.
Contacting the tech-support or the sales department via our website is
preferred, and is more efficient in terms of being able to provide you
with complete documentation and solutions.

North & South America

Waves Inc.
306 West Depot Ave.
Suite 100
Knoxville, TN 37917
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Rest of the world

Waves Audio Ltd.
Azrieli Center 3
The Triangle Tower, 32nd Floor
Tel-Aviv 67023, Israel
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

http://www.waves.com

©2005, Waves. All rights reserved worldwide. All features and
specifications subject to change without notice.

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5. Technical Specifications

Dimensions:

Width: 221mm / 8.75 inch
Height: 44.5mm / 1.75 inch
Depth: 188mm / 7.4 inch

Weight: 2kg / 4.4 pounds

Power Adapter:

Input Voltage: 100~240 VAC, Auto Sensing
Frequency: 50~60 Hz
Input Current: 1.2 A @ 115 VAC, 0.6 A @ 230 VAC
Output Current: 12 VDC, 5 A, 60W

Environmental:

Operating Temperature: 10~40°C

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6. Warranty

One Year limited Warranty on APA44-M Hardware (“Product”):

Waves Audio Ltd. ("Waves") warrants that the Product conforms
substantially to the specifications contained in the Product
documentation for a period of one (1) year from the date of original
purchase from Waves or its authorized resellers. In the case of a valid
warranty claim, your sole and exclusive remedy and Waves’s entire
liability under any theory of liability will be, at its option, to repair or
replace the Product without charge or, if this is not possible, to refund
the purchase price to you. For warranty service, please call one of
Waves offices listed above, to obtain a Return Authorization (RA)
number. After you obtain the RA number, ship the defective Product,
transportation and insurance charges prepaid, to the Waves location
listed above. Write the RA number in large letters on the outside of the
shipping box. Enclose your name, address, telephone number, copy of
original sales invoice and a detailed description of the problem. Waves
will not accept responsibility for loss or damage in transit.

The Warranty is void if the Product serial numbers have been removed
from the Product or if the Product has been damaged by misuse,
modification or unauthorized repair, as determined at Waves’
discretion.

The Product is designed and manufactured for use in professional and
studio audio systems and is not intended for other usage.

This limited warranty, with all terms, conditions and disclaimers set
forth herein, shall extend to the original purchaser and anyone who
purchases the Product within the specified warranty period. This
limited warranty gives the Buyer certain rights. You may have
additional rights provided by applicable laws.

Waves does not authorize any third party, including any dealer or sales
representative, to assume any liability or make any additional
warranties or representation regarding this Product information on
behalf of Waves.

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THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL WARRANTIES, WHETHER
ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY. WAVES
MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,
OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT AS SPECIFIED HEREIN.

IN NO EVENT WILL WAVES BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT,
INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY DEFECT IN THE PRODUCT,
INCLUDING LOST PROFITS, DAMAGE TO PROPERTY AND, TO
THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, DAMAGE FOR PERSONAL
INJURY, EVEN IF WAVES HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

Some states do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties or
limitations on the duration of an implied warranty, so the above
limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights. You may have other rights, which vary, state to state.

Governing Law and Severability.
This agreement will be governed by the laws of Israel. If a court finds
any provision of this License unenforceable, that provision will be
enforced to the maximum extent possible, and the remainder of the
License shall continue in full force and effect. In the event of a dispute
arising under this Agreement, you consent to jurisdiction in the State of
Israel.

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