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UAD QuickStart Guide
Mac OS 9 MAS

Thank you for using UAD Powered Plug-Ins! This QuickStart Guide outlines the information you will need to get the product quickly installed and running smoothly with the fewest possible complications. Please review all the information in this document before installing or using UAD Powered Plug-Ins.

Latest Information and Software Updates

Please check the Universal Audio website at www.uaudio.com for the latest information and software updates for UAD Powered Plug-Ins.

Product Registration

Registration is required to obtain copy-protected plugin licenses and technical support. This includes Ultra PAK and Studio PAK users. It is also an opportunity for you to inform us of your system details so we can serve you better and to keep you informed about important updates and new product announcements.

Please register your product online by creating an account at my.uaudio.com.

User Documentation

A complete, 200+ page user manual for the product is included on the product CD-ROM and also in the software bundle. The filename of the manual is UADManual.pdf. It is placed inside the Powered Plug-Ins Tools folder at the root of the startup volume during software installation.

The manual includes such indispensable information as tips, shortcuts, and detailed plugin info. This QuickStart Guide is designed as a companion document to the UAD manual, and includes information that is not in the user manual.

Adobe’s free Acrobat Reader application (version 4.0 or higher) is required to view the manual and QuickStart Guide. If you don’t already have Acrobat Reader installed on your system, the Acrobat Reader installer is on the UAD Powered Plug-Ins CD-ROM for your convenience or you can download it from www.adobe.com.

Your Feedback Is Important To Us

Your feedback on the performance and features of UAD Powered Plug-Ins are very important to us. Please send your comments and suggestions to us as soon as possible. Comments (not technical support issues) may be sent to info@uaudio.com.

Thank You For Your Support!

-The Universal Audio Team

System Requirements

  • Mac OS 9.x
  • 128 MB of RAM (256 MB is strongly recommended)
  • 60 MB of available disk space
  • Available PCI slot for each UAD card
  • 1024 x 768 or higher resolution monitor
  • An AGP graphics video adapter (PCI graphics is not recommended)
  • CD drive or internet connection for software installation
  • Internet connection required for registration and obtaining optional plugins
  • Mark Of The Unicorn Digital Performer or AudioDesk host application
  • MOTU MAS version 2.3 or higher (latest version recommended)
  • G3 or better processor recommended
  • Processor upgrade cards are not officially supported

Installing the UAD Hardware

The UAD Powered Plug-Ins hardware may be installed before or after software installation. Refer to the computer manufacturer’s documentation for instructions on installing PCI cards if necessary.

To install the UAD DSP PCI card(s):

  1. Turn off your computer.
  2. Open the computer case.
  3. Remove the rear slot cover and screw of the lowest-numbered available PCI expansion slot.
  4. Before handling the UAD card, discharge any static electricity by touching the outer casing of the power supply.
  5. Remove the UAD card from its protective anti-static bag. Do not touch the gold PCI edge connector contacts.
  6. Hold the card gently by the top edges, and line up its PCI connector with the PCI slot inside the computer.
  7. When the connector and slot are aligned, press the card into the slot using firm, even pressure. The card should "pop" into place. The top of the PCI slot on the motherboard should be flush and parallel with the edge of the UAD card.
  8. Secure the card with the previously removed screw.
  9. Replace the computer case.

Hardware installation is now complete.

Installing UAD Powered Plug-Ins VST on Mac OS 9 systems

The UAD Powered Plug-Ins software may be installed before or after hardware installation. To install the UAD DSP card, refer to computer manufacturer’s instructions if necessary. Install the UAD card in the lowest-numbered available PCI slot.

To install the UAD Powered Plug-Ins software

  1. Launch the software installer.

    - To install from CD-ROM, insert the UAD Powered Plug-Ins CD. Open the Mac OS 9 folder at the root of the CD, then double-click the file named "Powered Plug-Ins MAS Installer."

    - To install from a download, first decompress the downloaded archive using the free Stuffit Expander or similar utility. Double-click the resulting .smi file to create the self-mounting disk image. Double-click the disk image to open its window, then double-click the application named "Powered Plug-Ins MAS Installer".
  2. The installer will guide you through the installation procedure.
  3. To install the plugin files into another host application, click Continue when prompted.

Software installation is now complete. Restart the computer after finishing installation(s). You can use the UAD Performance Meter to verify installation using the instructions in the next section.

The Powered Plug-Ins Tools folder is installed to the root of the startup volume, and the MAS plugins are installed into System Folder:Extensions:MOTU:Plug-Ins:Powered Plug-Ins.

Using the UAD Performance Meter to check your installation

  1. Launch the UAD Performance Meter application by double-clicking either the UAD Meter alias that was installed on the Desktop or the UAD Meter application file that was copied to the root of the startup volume inside the Powered Plug-Ins Tools folder.
  2. When the UAD Performance Meter application is in the foreground, select System Info... from the File menu.
  3. If your UAD card is operating correctly, you will see "OK" displayed in both the "DSP Status" and "UAD Status" items in the "UAD Hardware" category (middle left).
  4. The "UAD Software" category should display the Powered Plug-Ins version. The UAD Driver Build, UAD Engine Build, UAD GUI Library Build, and UAD Meter Build items should all display the version with the date and time stamp. Note: All versions should match!

Removing Powered Plug-Ins software and the UAD card

  1. Delete the following three files installed in the Extensions folder, inside the System Folder:

    - UAD Driver
    - UAD Engine
    - UAD GUI Library
  2. Delete the following folder from the hard drive. This folder was placed at the root of the startup volume during installation (it may have been moved).

    - Powered Plug-Ins Tools
  3. Delete the following folder from the hard drive and the UAD plugin files contained within it, which is placed at the following location during installation:

    - System Folder:Extensions:MOTU:Plug-Ins:Powered Plug-Ins

Software removal is now complete. Confirm the computer is shut down and powered off before removing the UAD PCI card(s).

Additional goodies included on the UAD Powered Plug-Ins CD-ROM

The installation CD includes the following additional items we think you will find useful. These items can also be downloaded here.

  • Cubase, Nuendo, Logic Audio, and Digital Performer sessions with delay compensation examples are in the Extras:DelayComp Examples folder.
  • The user manual UADManual.pdf, this QuickStart.pdf, and the ReadMe.txt files are inside the Mac OS 9 folder. Note: these files are copied to the Powered Plug-In Tools folder at the root of the startup volume during software installation.
  • The application installer for Acrobat Reader, which is required to view the UAD Manual and QuickStart Guide. If you don’t already have Acrobat Reader installed on your computer, double-click the Extras:Acrobat Reader:Acrobat Reader Installer to install Acrobat Reader (or download it here).

Getting Started with UAD Powered Plug-Ins

Once the UAD card and Powered Plug-Ins software have been properly installed, the UAD Powered Plug-Ins are accessed and used just like any host-based plugin. All UAD Powered Plug-Ins can run concurrently with each other and with host-based plugins simultaneously, in any combination.

Host Documentation

Each host application has its own particular methods for instantiating (launching) a plugin. Consult the host application documentation for specific instructions on loading and using plugins with the application.

User Manual

A complete 200+ page user manual for the product is included in the software bundle. The filename of the manual is UADManual.pdf (Adobe Acrobat Reader required). It is on the product CD-ROM and it is placed inside the Powered Plug-Ins Tools folder at the root of the startup volume during software installation. The manual can also be downloaded here.

Optional Plugins

Some UAD plugins (such as Cambridge, DreamVerb, and Fairchild) are copy-protected and require authorization to enable them after the demo period expires. Authorization is accomplished by obtaining a license for an additional fee then downloading an authorization file from your account at my.uaudio.com.

Demo Mode

Copy-protected plugins have a demonstration mode for evaluation before purchase. Once the demo mode is activated, the plugin will run without functional limitations for 14 days. 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 opportunity to thoroughly check out its sound and functionality.

Plugin Licenses

To obtain plugin license authorizations, visit:

Instructions for loading the authorization files are included on the web store pages and in chapter 3 of the user manual.

UAD-1 Ultra PAK and Studio PAK

The UAD-1 Ultra PAK includes a license for the following optional UAD plugins: 1176LN, Cambridge, DreamVerb, Fairchild, Fairchild Mono, LA2A, Plate 140, Precision Limiter, and Precision Equalizer.

The UAD Studio PAK includes a license for the following optional UAD plugins: 1176LN, Cambridge, DreamVerb, Fairchild, Fairchild Mono, and LA2A.

To authorize these plugins for use with UAD-1 Ultra PAK and Studio PAK, create your account at my.uaudio.com. Ultra PAK and Studio PAK licenses are issued automatically and can be downloaded after entering your hardware identification number(s) into your my.uaudio.com account.

UAD-1 Project PAK

The UAD-1 Project PAK does not include optional plugins, which can be acquired after registration at my.uaudio.com. If you have previously purchased plugins for UAD-1 Ultra PAK, Studio PAK, or Mackie UAD-1, those plugins are licensed to run on up to four cards (including UAD-1 Project PAK cards which have been added to existing UAD-1 setups).

NOTE: The Mackie UAD-1 card includes licenses for UAD 1176LN and UAD LA-2A, but the Project PAK card does not.

Getting Help

Visit the UAD support pages online for information about how to obtain technical support.

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