Biamp AUDIAFUSION User manual

Audia®
AudiaFUSION
Manual
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS
AUDIAFUSION ............................................................................... 3
FEATURES ................................................................................... 3
FRONT PANEL .............................................................................4-5
SetupandUse................................................................................ 4
System Indicators ............................................................................. 4
Chassis Indicators............................................................................. 5
REAR PANEL...............................................................................6-9
Serial Control Port............................................................................. 6
Power Entrance ............................................................................... 6
NM-1........................................................................................ 6
Logic I/O ..................................................................................... 6
Ethernet..................................................................................... 6
CobraNet .................................................................................... 6
AM-600...................................................................................... 7
Output....................................................................................... 7
Amplier-to-Amplier Failover .................................................................. 8
Channel-to-Channel Failover .................................................................... 9
AudiaFUSION & AM-600 CARD SPECIFICATIONS....................................10
115VACCurrentDrawandHeatOutput.......................................................... 11
BLOCK DIAGRAM ..........................................................................12
WARRANTY .................................................................................13

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AudiaFUSION
AudiaFUSION is the newest member of the Audia® family, bringing together open-architecture DSP, Multi-Channel Amplier technology,
and device- and load-monitoring capabilities. AudiaFUSION features an 8-channel modular amplier, 16x16 I/O via CobraNet®and DSP
with support for channel-to-channel and device-to-device failover. AudiaFUSION can support up to 8 amplier cards that are individually
software congurable from 100-600 watts for up to 2400 watts of power, with software-selectable 70V, 100V and low impedance outputs
per card. Intuitive software provides audio system design via PC and allows easy selection, viewing and calibration of numerous audio
components: mixers, combiners, matrixes, equalizers, lters, crossovers, dynamics, routers, delays, meters, generators, diagnostic tools,
and more. Once a system design is compiled, it is downloaded into AudiaFUSION, where it can be controlled via AMX,
®Crestron, ®other
third-party control system, or via computer running daVinci™ control software. When installed in a system together, AudiaFLEX and Audia-
FUSION processing resources are allocated as needed, making the whole system more efcient. .
alarm
activity
signal 1
signal 2
status
ais power
FEATURES
Modular based design•
Amplication modules have software congurable power •
levels/load options
– 8 amplication modules per frame with 100W to 600 Watts
per module (maximum of 2400W per chassis)
– 70 V or 100 V with direct drive capability, or low-impedance
(4 or 8Ω) operation
– Maximum of 2400 watts of power in 3 rack unit device
TCP/IP Network controllable•
LED Indication:•
– Signal present
– Peak present
– Clip present
– Heat sink temperature fault
– Amplier failure
– Fan stuck-rotor
Internal amplier module failover mode•
Entire device failover mode•
Software Monitoring Features:•
– Peak present
– Heatsink temperature value, warning and fault
– Short circuit on output
– Amplier failure
– Impedance min/max threshold warning
– Excessive clipping
– Fan stuck-rotor
Seamless integration with CobraNet-enabled Audia systems•
CobraNet Interface (16 channels in/16 channels out)•
CobraNet latency 5-1/3, 2-2/3 or 1-1/3 ms, •
software congurable
Dual Ethernet ports for redundancy•
Selectable 115/230 volt operation•
Control via RED-1, daVinci or third party control systems•
CE• marked, UL listed and RoHS compliant
Covered by• BIAMP Systems’ ve-year warranty

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AudiaFUSION FRONT PANEL
Setup and Use
The Audia software provides the interface for conguring and programming AudiaFUSION. The information supplied by this manual
relates to hardware installation, physical connections, and device and channel failover concerns. For more details on software setup,
please consult the Audia software Help File.
Figure 1. Front Panel
System Indicators
The LED indicators on the front panel provide information about the function and operational status of the AudiaFUSION chassis and any
installed AM-600 amplier modules. Columns one through eight correspond to the eight amplier module slots. The remaining LEDs
correspond to the AudiaFUSION chassis.
Figure 2. System Indicators
Channel Indicators
Alarm is a two-color LED that illuminates when a channel fault has occurred. Two types of channel faults can be reported, depending on
the severity of the problem. Amber indicates a Warning, which means that some aspect of the AM-600 amplier module is not performing
within normal specication. Audio may still be passing, but if the condition causing the Warning is not corrected, channel failure may occur.
Red indicates an Alarm, which means that some aspect of the AM-600 amplier module has failed and audio is no longer passing on that
channel. Use the Audia software to determine the specic type of channel warning or alarm that has occurred.
Activity is a two-color LED that illuminates in green when the channel is congured and actively passing audio and amber when the channel
is congured and in standby. Standby only occurs when a channel has been designated as a secondary failover channel in the conguration.
alarm
activity
signal 1
signal 2
status
ais power
alarm
activity
signal 1
signal 2
status
ais power
Channel Indicators Chassis Indicators

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AudiaFUSION FRONT PANEL
Signal 1 is a tri-color LED that indicates audio signal presence on the channel. Green indicates that the audio signal level is between
-50 dBFS and -3 dBFS, amber indicates a signal level between -3 dBFS and 0 dBFS, and red indicates clipping.
Signal 2 has no function at this time and is in place for possible future use.
Chassis Indicators
Alarm is a two-color LED that illuminates when a chassis fault has occurred. Two types of chassis faults can be reported, depending on
the severity of the problem. Amber indicates a Warning, which means that some aspect of the AudiaFUSION chassis is not performing
within normal specication. Audio may still be passing, but if the condition causing the Warning is not corrected, chassis failure may occur.
Red indicates an Alarm, which means that some aspect of the AudiaFUSION chassis has failed and audio may no longer be passing
through the device. Use the Audia software to determine the specic type of chassis warning or alarm that has occurred.
Activity is a tri-color LED that illuminates to show the conguration status of the AudiaFUSION unit. If the LED is dark, there is no
conguration in the unit. A green LED indicates that the unit is congured, and an amber LED indicates that the unit is congured and
in standby. Standby only occurs when a unit has been designated as a secondary failover device in the conguration. A red LED indicates
a conguration load failure.
Status is a tri-color LED that indicates the health of the AudiaFUSION hardware. A green LED indicates that the unit powered up normally.
A ashing amber LED is shown briey during the power-on self test and should turn solid green upon a successful start up. A red LED
indicates that the unit experienced a problem during the power-on self test.
AIS has no function at this time and is in place for possible future use.
Power is a green LED that illuminates when power is applied to the unit.

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AudiaFUSION REAR PANEL
Figure 3. Rear Panel Layout
Serial Control Port
After initial programming and conguration, AudiaFUSION may be controlled by third-party control systems such as AMX®or Crestron®
using the Serial Control Port. External devices may also be controlled or signaled via the Serial Control Port by utilizing Command String
blocks within the Audia system design. The port is a DB9 female with pin 2 [RXD], pin 3 [TXD], and pin 5 [GND] connected. AudiaFUSION is
an RS-232 DCE device. The default settings are 38400, 8, N, 1, None. The baud rate is adjustable in the Audia software using the Device
Maintenance dialog window. The other serial port settings are not adjustable. Please note: There is no hardware ow control. Flow control
must be managed in control software.
Power Entrance
The Power Entrance provides for connection of the appropriate power cord (included with unit). A switch selects the operating voltage for
the power supply, 110–120V or 220–240V at 50/60 Hz.
NM-1
NM-1 is the Network Module that is included with AudiaFUSION. It provides Ethernet connectivity for programming and control, the
CobraNet interface for digital I/O, and logic ports for the device failover functionality.
Reset Button
Reset button, when held down for 5 seconds, performs a chassis restart. The Status indicator will ash amber during restart and will turn
solid green once the process is complete.
Logic I/O
The Logic I/O connector on the NM-1 facilitates redundant device failover only. It is not a general-purpose contact closure interface.
See the Amplier-to-Amplier Failover section below.
Ethernet
AudiaFUSION uses Ethernet for system programming and control. Programming is accomplished using Audia software provided with
each unit. Audia software is for PC computers with Windows® XP Professional/Vista operating system (required). The PC computer must
have a network card installed that supports 10/100Base-T Ethernet. A 10/100Base-T Ethernet switch (not repeater hub) is required when
networking multiple units. AudiaFUSION uses standard CAT5, CAT5e, CAT6, or CAT7 cabling, which has a specied maximum length of
100 meters. Additional Ethernet switches and/or ber-optic cable can be used to further extend distances between units on a network.
CobraNet
The CobraNet interface in AudiaFUSION supports up to 32 simultaneous channels of digital audio (16-in, 16-out) over Fast Ethernet
and is compatible with other CobraNet compliant devices. Therefore, AudiaFUSION can be networked with CobraNet products from other
manufacturers, expanding the system conguration capabilities. A 10/100Base-T Ethernet switch (not repeater hub) is required when
networking multiple units. CobraNet utilizes standard CAT5, CAT5e, CAT6, or CAT7 cabling, which has a specied maximum length of
100 meters. Additional Ethernet switches and/or ber-optic cable can be used to further extend distances between units on a network.
110-120/220-240V~
50/60Hz 2400WA T T
BIAMP SYSTEMS
220-240V: T 12 H, 250V
110-120V: T 20 H, 250V
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
52SJ
115V115V
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U
S
E
E
S
U
F
OUTPUT
Class 2 Wiring
AM-600
OUTPUT
Class 2 Wiring
AM-600
OUTPUT
Class 2 Wiring
AM-600
OUTPUT
Class 2 Wiring
AM-600
OUTPUT
Class 2 Wiring
AM-600
OUTPUT
Class 2 Wiring
AM-600
OUTPUT
Class 2 Wiring
AM-600
OUTPUT
Class 2 Wiring
AM-600
NM-1
Secondary
YEL: In use/Conductor
GRN: Link/Activity
CobraNet
®
Connections Only
Primary Ethernet Logic I/O
Class 2 Wiring
1 2 3 4
LEDs
123
45
6
7
8
910
MODEL AudiaFUSION
SERIAL CONTROL PORT
110-120/220-240V~
50/60Hz 2400WA T T
BIAMP SYSTEMS
220-240V: T 12 H, 250V
110-120V: T 20 H, 250V
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
52SJ
Audia FUSION chassis composite
(Pantone Black)
6/30/09 BG
MODEL AudiaFUSION

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AudiaFUSION REAR PANEL
Please note that CobraNet limits network extensions to seven hops (one-way transmissions) within a network.
The primary and secondary CobraNet ports are redundant. Each connector provides two LEDs that indicate Ethernet link and network
activity (see table below).
Table 1. CobraNet interface status LEDs
AM-600
AM-600 is the Amplier Module card. An AudiaFUSION chassis can be populated with up to eight AM-600 cards.
Output
Use the yellow plug-in barrier strip connectors to connect loudspeaker level outputs. If stranded speaker wire is used, be sure to incorporate
all strands into the connector, as stray strands can short to the adjacent terminal or chassis. Do not leave excessive bare wire outside
the terminals, as this can lead to shorts.
Left LED Right LED Description
None None No data connectivity. .
Green None Link established.
Green Flashing
amber
Link established and CobraNet activity detected; the unit is acting as a CobraNet performer.
Flashing
green
Flashing
amber
Link established and CobraNet activity detected; the unit is operating as a CobraNet conductor.
Flashing
amber
Flashing
amber
CobraNet fault. Check cabling and conguration for errors.
Please note: AudiaFUSION is a powerful amplier and can
damage loudspeakers. Please treat the outputs as you would
AC mains power outlets. Always check the loudspeaker’s
continuous and peak power capabilities and match the amplier
settings accordingly.

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AudiaFUSION REAR PANEL
Amplier-to-Amplier Failover
AudiaFUSION supports one-to-one automatic device failover in case of fault. Failover is triggered by one of the following conditions:
Chassis alarm•
Channel alarm•
Loss of power•
Loss of CobraNet link•
Loss of Logic I/O•
Only alarms (e.g., heat sink alarm and channel failure alarm) trigger the failover mechanism. Warnings indicate abnormal system conditions
that do not immediately impair audio and do not trigger the failover mechanism.
The redundant amplier must have the same conguration as the primary amplier (i.e., amplier module count, watts per module, load
conguration). A wire failover link cable must be connected between the primary and the redundant amplier as shown below. Connect ground
to ground and logic 4 of the primary amplier to logic 3 of the redundant amplier; connect logic 3 of the primary amplier to logic 4 of the
redundant amplier. Leave logic 1 and 2 disconnected.
The redundant amplier can be wired in parallel to the existing speaker line or connected to a redundant speaker line (see gure below).
Relays isolate the output terminals on the secondary AudiaFUSION unit. Relays are normally open. When a conguration is received,
relays close on the primary AudiaFUSION and remain open on the redundant AudiaFUSION. On failover, the relay positions are reversed.
After replacing the faulty amplier, a power cycle is required to recover from failover. The primary device will resume control after the fail
condition is cleared and the unit is re-powered.
Logic I/O
Class 2 Wiring
1 2 3 4
Logic I/O
Class 2 Wiring
1 2 3 4
Primary AudiaFUSION Redundant AudiaFUSION
Primary AudiaFUSION
Redundant AudiaFUSION
Redundant Wiring
Primary AudiaFUSION
Redundant AudiaFUSION
Parallel Wiring

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AudiaFUSION REAR PANEL
Channel-to-Channel Failover
In addition to entire amplier failover, AudiaFUSION supports channel-to-channel failover, which is triggered by one of the following conditions:
Heat Sink alarm•
Short Circuit alarm*•
Channel Failure alarm•
The wire failover link cable is not required when wiring channel-to-channel failover.
The redundant channel can be wired in parallel to the existing speaker line (shown above) or connected to a redundant speaker line.
The primary amplier module will resume control after the fault condition is cleared and the unit is re-powered.
OUTPUT
Class 2 Wiring
AM-600
OUTPUT
Class 2 Wiring
AM-600
12
OUTPUT
Class 2 Wiring
AM-600
OUTPUT
Class 2 Wiring
AM-600
12
Primary
Redundant
Redundant WiringParallel Wiring
* A Short Circuit alarm will cause failover only if the Persistent Short Circuit Delay time property in the AudiaFUSION is exceeded.

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AudiaFUSION SPECIFICATIONS
AM-600 Card SPECIFICATIONS
Supported Loads: 4Ω8 Ω,70-VoltLine,or100-Voltlinedirectdrive
6Ωnot shown in GUI
Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz frequency response at
(+/-1 dB)
Continuous operation:
(in chassis with fans running
normally and unrestricted
intake and exhaust)
400 W: 1 kHz continuous sine wave
indenitely
600 W: 1 kHz continuous sine wave for at
least 3 minutes
2400 Watt maximum per chassis
Distortion and Noise: ≤0.3% THD+N (20 Hz – 20k Hz) all loads
and power levels
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
(unweightedover22Hz–20kHz)
100W
200W
300W
400W
500W
600W
Low-
impedance 70V 100V
>95 dB >100 dB >101 dB
>98 dB >101 dB >102 dB
>99 dB >101 dB >102 dB
>101 dB >102 dB >103 dB
>102 dB >102 dB >103 dB
>102 dB >103 dB >104 dB
Intermodulation
distortion (SMPTE): <0.2%
Inter-channelIsolation: >75 dB (20 Hz-20 kHz, full power out)
DC oset: <10mV
1. In chassis with fans running normally and unrestricted intake and exhaust
AudiaFUSION SPECIFICATIONS
Inputs: 20 bits, 48 kHz, supported CobraNet
latency 5-1/3, 2-2/3 or 1-1/3 ms
software congurable
Overall Dimensions:
Height:
Width:
Depth:
5.25 inches (133mm)
19 inches (483mm)
17.25 inches (438mm)
Connection:
Environment:
Ambient Operating
Temperature Range:
Ambient intake humidity:
Altitude:
RJ45 with shielded Ethernet cable
(CAT5, CAT5e, CAT6, or CAT7)
32-95 degrees F (0 – 35° C)
0 – 100% non-condensing
0 – 10,000 Feet MSL
Weight:
Chassis:
AM-600 card:
50 lbs. (22.68 kg)
1.25 lbs. (0.57 kg)
Compliance: EU Directive 2002/95/EC, RoHS directive
UL listed
CE marked
Power: 110~120 & 220~240 VAC 50/60Hz
switch selectable

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AudiaFUSION SPECIFICATIONS
AudiaFUSION Block Diagram
NETWORK
MODULE
AMPLIFIER
CARD
CLASS D
AMPLIFIER
DSP
DSP
Display
CobraNet
uC
CobraNet
Audio
Ethernet
Control
10/100
ETHERNET
FAN
CONTROL
FAN
1
SLOT 1
SLOT 2
SLOT 3
SLOT 4
SLOT 5
SLOT 6
SLOT 7
SLOT 8
TEMPERATURE
IMPEDANCE
MONITORING
DC
DETECTION
I
V
FAN
2
RS-232
LOGIC
Serial I/O
Logic I/O

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AudiaFUSION SPECIFICATIONS
AudiaFUSION 115 VAC current draw and heat output
To determine the AC line current draw and heat output for the conguration, start by nding the total power for the congured AudiaFUSION
chassis. Then refer to the column that describes the type of audio levels the amplier will be producing. If your conguration uses more
amplier modules than the number shown, add 0.1 amps and 37 BTU for each additional module in the chassis.
For each additional AM-600 used in a chassis adds 37 BTU or 10 watts to the heat output.
For 230 VAC, multiply the current by 0.5.
* Burst mode only. Protective limiting will reduce long-term AC current.
IDLE 1/8 POWER PINK NOISE 1/3 POWER PINK NOISE FULL POWER SINE WAVE
ConguredOutput
Power (watts)
Number of
AM-600cards* Amps BTU Amps BTU Amps BTU Amps BTU
No cards 0 0.3 106 NA NA NA NA NA NA
100 1 0.4 143 0.7 227 0.9 244 1.6 406
200 1 0.4 143 0.8 239 1.3 271 2.7 491
300 1 0.4 143 1.0 251 1.6 300 3.8 590
400 1 0.4 143 1.1 263 2.0 333 4.9 668
500 1 0.4 143 1.3 278 2.4 356 6.1 788
600 1 0.4 143 1.4 297 2.8 413 7.3 910
700 2 0.5 177 1.8 418 3.4 551 8.9 1211
800 2 0.5 177 2.0 430 3.8 577 10.0 1296
900 2 0.5 177 2.1 442 4.2 607 11.1 1395
1000 2 0.5 177 2.2 454 4.5 640 12.2 1473
1100 2 0.5 177 2.4 469 4.9 663 13.4 1592
1200 2 0.5 177 2.5 488 5.3 720 14.5 1715
1300 3 0.5 211 3.0 609 6.0 858 16.2 2015
1400 3 0.5 211 3.1 621 6.3 884 17.3 2101
1500 3 0.5 211 3.2 633 6.7 914 18.4 2199
1600 3 0.5 211 3.4 644 7.1 947 19.5 2278
1700 3 0.5 211 3.5 660 7.4 970 20.6 2397
1800 3 0.5 211 3.7 679 7.8 1026 21.8 2520
1900 4 0.6 246 4.1 800 8.5 1165 23.4* 2820
2000 4 0.6 246 4.2 812 8.8 1191 24.5* 2905
2100 4 0.6 246 4.4 824 9.2 1221 25.7* 3004
2200 4 0.6 246 4.5 835 9.6 1254 26.7* 3083
2300 4 0.6 246 4.7 851 9.9 1276 27.9* 3202
2400 4 0.6 246 4.8 870 10.4 1333 29.1* 3325
585.0271.90B

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AudiaFUSION WARRANTY
BIAMP SYSTEMS IS PLEASED TO EXTEND THE FOLLOWING 5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF
THE PROFESSIONAL SOUND EQUIPMENT DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL
1. BIAMP Systems warrants to the original purchaser of new products that the product will be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of 5 YEARS from the date of purchase from an authorized BIAMP Systems dealer, subject to the
terms and conditions set forth below.
2 If you notify BIAMP during the warranty period that a BIAMP Systems product fails to comply with the warranty, BIAMP Systems
will repair or replace, at BIAMP Systems’ option, the nonconforming product. As a condition to receiving the benets of this warranty,
you must provide BIAMP Systems with documentation that establishes that you were the original purchaser of the products. Such
evidence may consist of your sales receipt from an authorized BIAMP Systems dealer. Transportation and insurance charges to
and from the BIAMP Systems factory for warranty service shall be your responsibility.
3. This warranty will be VOID if the serial number has been removed or defaced; or if the product has been altered, subjected to
damage, abuse or rental usage, repaired by any person not authorized by BIAMP Systems to make repairs; or installed in any
manner that does not comply with BIAMP Systems’ recommendations.
4. Electro-mechanical fans, electrolytic capacitors, gooseneck microphones, cords connecting handheld microphones, hard-drives,
displays, and normal wear and tear of items such as paint, knobs, handles, keypads and covers are not covered under this warranty.
All server-based devices are warranted for 3 years only.
5. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied. Biamp Systems disclaims all other warranties, expressed
or implied, including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability and tness for a particular purpose.
6. The remedies set forth herein shall be the purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedies with respect to any defective product.
7. No agent, employee, distributor or dealer of BIAMP Systems is authorized to modify this warranty or to make additional warranties on
behalf of BIAMP Systems. Statements, representations or warranties made by any dealer do not constitute warranties by BIAMP
Systems. BIAMP Systems shall not be responsible or liable for any statement, representation or warranty made by any dealer or
other person.
8. No action for breach of this warranty may be commenced more than one year after the expiration of this warranty.
9. Biamp systems shall not be liable for special, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, including lost prots or loss of use
arising out of the purchase, sale, or use of the products, even if BIAMP Systems was advised of the possibility of such damages.

 DoC DSPA201003


EC Declaration of Conformity
Biamp Systems Corporation, as manufacturer having sole responsibility, hereby
declares that the following described product complies with the applicable provisions of
the DIRECTIVES below except as noted herein. Any alterations to the product not
agreed upon and directed by Biamp Systems Corporation will invalidate this declaration.
Product Models: I/O Cards: Controls:
Audia
®
Series AEC-2HD Logic Box
DSP Platforms: AM-600, -600C RED-1
AudiaFLEX IP-2, OP-2e Remote Control Bus Hub
AudiaFUSION PA-2 Remote Panels; RP-L1, RP-L2, RP-S4
AudiaSOLO TI-2 Select 8, Volume 8, Volume/Select 8
VoIP-2 Voltage Control Box
Product Description: Audio Digital Signal Processors and Control Accessories
Applicable EC Directives: Applicable Harmonized Standards:
LVD Directive (2006/95/EC) Safety EN 60065:2002
EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) Emissions EN 55103-1:1996, Environment E2
Immunity EN 55103-2:1996
R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC) Terminal Equipment(AudiaFLEX with TI-2 only)
Special Considerations for Product Environment or Compliance:
Shielded cabling must be used for system connections.
RED-1, use only CE marked Power over Ethernet (PoE) device.
Technical Documentation File, Location and Contact:
Biamp Systems, Inc. phone: [phone]
9300 S.W. Gemini Drive fax: [phone]
Beaverton, OR USA 97008 e-mail: [email protected]
Authorized Representative: Larry Copley, Compliance Engineer
Authorized Signature:
Issued: March, 2010 

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COMPLIANCE

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS