Universal Audio Realtime Rack - Manual (Page 145)

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Authorization Notes
• UAD devices must be authorized to run bundled (included) plug-ins.
• Without authorization, UAD plug-ins can be enabled to run for 14 days without
functional limitations in a timed demo mode (see below).
• Older versions of the UAD software may not include all the latest plug-ins. To
ensure all UAD plug-ins are installed (and for optimum performance), we recom-
mend updating to the latest software version.
• Optional plug-ins are contained within the UAD software installer, not the “auth.
uad2” authorization file. Download and install the latest UAD software version to
ensure the optional plug-ins that you’re authorizing are installed.
• The auth.uad2 authorization file contains plug-in license keys for the specific UAD
devices in each computer group at My Systems . The file will not authorize any
other UAD devices.
• An authorization file is not associated to the host computer or the UAD installer
in any way. Instead, it is associated with the UAD devices at My Systems . It’s the
UAD hardware that is authorized, not the UAD plug-ins or computer).
• During authorization, the UAD plug-in license state is stored on the UAD device.
If the device is moved to another computer, it is not necessary to reload an autho-
rization file.
Demo Mode
Each unauthorized UAD plug-in includes a free 14-day trial evaluation period. When the
demonstration mode is activated, that plug-in will run without functional limitations for
14 days. Demo mode for each individual plug-in can be activated once only. After the
demo trial period has expired, demo mode cannot be activated again on the same UAD
device.
If an authorized plug-in is loaded and its demo has never been started, a dialog appears
with instructions to start the demo and the option to visit the online store to purchase
the plug-in. If you don’t start the demo or purchase a license, the plug-in interface ap-
pears and can be manipulated, but audio is not processed by the plug-in.
Important: The 14 day demo period can only be activated once, and cannot be
stopped or restarted during this period. We recommend you do not activate demo
mode until you have the time to thoroughly check out its sound and functionality.