dCS Vivaldi DAC User Manual Software Issue 1.0xAugust 2012Filename: Vivaldi DAC Manual v1_0x.docx Page 35 English versionLimited WarrantyGeneraldCS warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 3 years fromthe date the unit was originally shipped from dCS. If the product is purchased and registered with dCSwithin 6 months of the date the unit was originally shipped from dCS, we will start the warranty on thepurchase date. For units registered later than 6 months from the ship date, we will start the warrantyfrom the ship date unless the registration is supported by the original sales invoice. During thewarranty period, dCS will repair or, at our absolute discretion, replace a faulty product. Warrantyrepairs must only be carried out by dCS or our authorised service agents. Please contact your dealer ifyour unit requires service.To register this product, either register online at www.dcsltd.co.uk/page/warranty or complete theProduct Registration form within 30 days of the sale and return it to dCS. On receipt of theregistration, dCS will add your contact details to our customer database. dCS will use this informationfor warranty purposes only, we will not contact you directly for reasons relating to sales and marketing.This warranty applies to the original owner, it is not transferable.Warranty ExclusionsThe Warranty does not cover wear and tear.The Warranty on this product will be void if:• the product is misused in any way.• any unauthorised modifications or repairs are carried out.• the product is not used in accordance with the Operating Conditions stated in this manual.• the product is serviced or repaired other than by dCS or our authorised service agents.• the product is operated without a mains earth (or ground) connection.• the unit is returned inadequately packed.dCS reserve the right to apply a service charge if a product returned for warranty repair is found to beoperating correctly, or if a product is returned without a returns number being issued.This warranty covers parts and labour only, it does not cover shipping charges or tax/duty.Our dealers or distributors are NOT authorised to extend the terms of this warranty, dCS cannot acceptresponsibility for any attempt to do so.Products re-sold by dCS on a “used” basis may be subject to reduced warranty terms.Obtaining ServiceShould you encounter a problem, contact your authorised dCS dealer for advice, quoting the model,the full serial number, software version number, and giving a detailed description of the fault. Yourdealer will advise you fully on actions that need to be taken. When returning a unit, the originalpackaging should be used to avoid transit damage. Replacement packaging sets may be purchasedfrom dCS.During the Warranty period, there will normally be no charge for parts or labour.Operating Conditions• The supply voltage must remain within +/-10% of the A.C. voltage specified on the back panel.• The supply frequency must be in the range 49Hz to 62Hz.• Ambient temperature range: 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F), non-condensing.• Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators, air ducts, power amplifiers or directstrong sunlight.• If in doubt, the easy test is – the unit is happy to work anywhere a human is.