Important Safety Information - BSS Audio FDS-318 User Manual

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the following European and
international Standards for Electromagnetic Compatibility and Electrical Safety:
Radiated Emissions (EU):
RF Immunity (EU):
Mains Disturbance (EU):
Electrical Safety (EU):
Radiated Emissions (USA):
Electrical Safety (USA):
Electrical Safety (CAN):

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

DO NOT REMOVE COVERS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL. THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE EARTHED.
IT SHOULD NOT BE NECESSARY TO REMOVE ANY PROTECTIVE EARTH OR SIGNAL CABLE SHIELD
CONNECTIONS TO PREVENT GROUND LOOPS. ANY SUCH DISCONNECTIONS ARE OUTSIDE THE
RECOMMENDED PRACTICE OF BSS AUDIO AND WILL RENDER ANY EMC OR SAFETY CERTIFICATION
VOID.
For continued compliance with international EMC legislation ensure that all input and output cables are wired
with the cable screen connected to Pin 1 of the XLR connectors and/or the jack plug sleeve. The input XLR Pin 1
and the side-chain input jack socket sleeve are connected to the chassis via a low value capacitor, providing
high immunity from ground loops whilst ensuring good EMC performance.
Please read
We have written this manual with the aim of helping installers, sound engineers and musicians alike to get the
most out of the FDS-318. We recommend that you read this manual, particularly the section on installation,
before attempting to operate the unit.
The manual is split into two main sections. The first deals with quick reference information, regarding the
functions and operation of the unit, while the second covers a more general background to use and application
of the FDS-318.
We welcome any comments or questions regarding the FDS-318 or other BSS products, and you may contact us
at the address or World Wide Web site given in the warranty section.
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21st December 1999
EN55013
EN50082/1
EN61000/3/2
EN60065
FCC part 15 Class B
UL813/ETL
UL813/ETLc
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