SMc Audio Virtual Reality Engine Preamplifier VRE-1 User Manual
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Using your VRE-1 Preamplifier
Congratulations on your purchase of the VRE-1 preamplifier. The VRE-1 is
simple to setup and operate, but that simplicity belies an exceptionally
sophisticated design that includes a great deal of innovative thinking and the best
parts available today. Although reading this manual may not be necessary for
you to begin enjoying your VRE-1, I urge you to take a few minutes to familiarize
yourself with the more novel aspects of its design.
Package contents:
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the VRE-1 preamp
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its companion power supply
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1 analog power link cable by Stealth Audio Cables
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1 utility power link cable
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a polishing cloth
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owner’s manual
Unpacking your VRE-1:
Your VRE-1’s box and packing have been carefully designed to protect it during
shipping. Please keep all packing materials - these may be important should you
ever need to store or ship your preamp again.
Both the VRE-1 and its power supply are placed in bags to protect their finish
during shipping. The power supply is finished in durable “powder coat” - a tough,
scratch-resistant finish. This may be cleaned with any sort of spray cleaner and
a paper towel, etc. The VRE-1 is built of Corian (a registered trademark of the
DuPont corporation - see www.Corian.com for more information) - a “solid-
surface” material often used in home construction. Corian is a very tough, stone-
like material that can withstand a lot of abuse, but the high polish on the VRE-1
chassis does require some care to maintain. Please use the polishing cloth
included for light cleaning, and avoid paper towels (which are slightly abrasive)
that may dull the finish over time. Any cleaning or polishing product suitable for
acrylic (or for Corian specifically) may be used, but good old Pledge works very
well for general maintenance. If cleaning is required first, a glass cleaner like
Windex and a soft rag should do the trick, followed by a shot of Pledge and the
polishing cloth. Clean the polishing cloth with your regular laundry as needed.