ALLEN & HEATH QU-24 Reference Manual

ALLEN & HEATH QU-24 Reference Manual

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Qu Series Reference Guide
V1.8
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  • Page 1 Qu Series Reference Guide V1.8 For firmware Check www.allen-heath.com for the latest firmware available Publication AP9372...
  • Page 2 Limited One Year Manufacturer’s Warranty Allen & Heath warrants the Allen &Heath -branded hardware product and accessories contained in the original packaging ("Allen & Heath Product”) against defects in materials and workmanship when used in accordance with Allen & Heath's user manuals, technical specifications and other Allen & Heath product published guidelines for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the date of original purchase by the end-user purchaser ("Warranty Period").
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT - Read before starting: Safety instructions Before starting, read the Important Safety Instructions printed on the sheet supplied with the equipment. For your own safety and that of the operator, technical crew and performers, follow all instructions and heed all warnings printed on the sheet and on the equipment panels. System operating firmware The function of the Qu mixer is determined by the firmware (operating software) that runs it.
  • Page 4: Packed Contents

    To mount the Qu-16 in a standard 19” rack or Soft cover flightcase. These fit over the plastic trims. AP9262 - Qu-16 Part: QU-16-RK19 AP9458 - Qu-24 AP9639 - Qu-32 Polyester carry bag Cat5 cables Qu-16 - AP9931 For use with dSNAKE remote...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

        Working with the Routing screens ................... 37     Mix Routing ..........................40     9.10 Working with the Matrix (Qu-24, Qu-32, Qu-Pac) ..............40     9.11 Audio Groups ........................... 41     9.12   Working with the Groups (Qu-24, Qu-32, Qu-Pac) ..............42  ...
  • Page 6 System Specifications ......................91     About this guide This is the Reference Guide for the Allen & Heath Qu-16, Qu-24, Qu-32 and Qu-Pac digital mixers. V1.8 This guide is for Qu firmware . Please refer to the Allen & Heath website for the latest version of firmware and this reference guide.
  • Page 7: Qu Chrome Edition And V1.8 Firmware

    You can easily upgrade existing Qu models to Chrome standard by ordering the following kit from Allen & Heath: 004-742JIT KIT QU-16 CHROME CONVERSION 004-743JIT KIT QU-24 CHROME CONVERSION 004-744JIT KIT QU-32 CHROME CONVERSION New features introduced in firmware V1.8 ...
  • Page 8: Introduction

    Qu-16 – Compact, rack mountable mixer with 16 mic and 3 stereo line input channels. Qu-24 – Larger model with 24 mic and 3 stereo inputs. Adds stereo Groups, Matrix and more SoftKeys. Qu-32 – Largest model with 32 mic and 3 stereo inputs. Adds 2 more stereo Groups.
  • Page 9: System Architecture And Processing

    4.2 System Architecture and Processing The following diagrams show the Qu-16, Qu-24 and Qu-32, and the Qu-Pac I/O (inputs and outputs), audio architecture and processing available. The difference between the models and the routing capability of each processing section is illustrated. Refer also to the more detailed System Block Diagrams at the rear of this guide.
  • Page 10: Differences Between The Qu Models

    4.3 Differences between the Qu models All four models operate in the same way and have a similar touch screen menu structure. The larger models add Groups and Matrix. Other differences are shown here: Qu-16 Qu-24 4 SoftKeys Shelf for iPad 2 Group masters...
  • Page 11 Qu-32 4 Group masters Larger Touch Screen 2 Matrix masters 4 DCA Group masters 32 fader strips 4 stereo Group mix selects Qu-Pac Qu-Pac is the mix engine of the Qu-32 in a compact rack mountable format. It has the same local connections as the Qu-16 and can be expanded to use the additional Qu-32 channels and outputs by adding dSNAKE AudioRacks.
  • Page 12 Firmware – The same version but different firmware download is needed for each model. Choose either the Qu-16, Qu-24, Qu-32 or Qu-Pac file when downloading firmware from the Allen & Heath web site. The procedure for updating firmware is the same for all models.
  • Page 13: Connection Overview

    5. Connection Overview The following connections are available on the rear panel of the Qu mixer. The Qu-16 is shown here. AES digital out Alt out Lamp 2Trk out LR main out Analogue Mix outputs Mic and Line inputs Talkback Mic in ST1 and ST2 Kensington...
  • Page 14: Local Output Connections

    5.2 Local Output Connections Group, Mix, Matrix outputs – Balanced XLR line level outputs for the mono and stereo mixes, for example to feed monitor amplifiers, external processing devices, delay fill speaker systems and recording devices. These use low impedance, high quality differential driver circuits for connection to +4 or 0dBu equipment.
  • Page 15: Powering Up The Mixer

    5.4 Powering up the mixer The Qu mixer has an internal universal voltage power supply unit. This means you can use your mixer in most parts of the world without the need to modify the unit as long the local mains supply is within the range: Mains Voltage = 100 to 240 V.AC...
  • Page 16: Connecting Dsnake Remote Audio

    6. Connecting dSNAKE Remote Audio The Qu mixer provides local sockets on its rear panel for all audio inputs and outputs. It can also work with remote audio by connecting over a single cable ‘digital snake’ to an Allen & Heath AudioRack, or to the Allen &...
  • Page 17 Available AudioRacks: AB168 16 Mic/Line in, 8 Line out - Floor, shelf or rack mount The AB168 AudioRack can be used as a stage box on the floor or a surface, or mounted in a 19” rack using the optional rack ears. EXPANDER –...
  • Page 18: Qu Systems

    Out1-8 CH1-16 Out1-8 7-16 = unused Out9-16 AB168 AB168 EXPANDER Qu-24 Qu-24+AR84 – 8 remote inputs. Qu-24+AR2412 – Access all 24 – All inputs and outputs Provides 4 outputs mic inputs near the stage. are available locally. Qu-24 Qu-24 Qu-24...
  • Page 19 Qu-32 Qu-32+AR84 – 8 remote inputs. Qu-32+AR2412 – Access to 24 – All inputs and outputs Provides 4 outputs mic inputs near the stage. are available locally. Qu-32 Qu-32 Qu-32 dSNAKE dSNAKE Qu-Pac – Same engine as CH1-24 Out1-12 Qu-32 but has 16 inputs and same outputs as Qu-16 available CH1-8 Out1-4...
  • Page 20: The Me Personal Mixing System

    6.3 The ME Personal Mixing System The Allen & Heath ME Personal Mixing System can be used with the Qu mixer. This provides customisable personal monitor control for individual musicians and performers on stage. ME-1 personal mixer – A compact personal mixer able to work with up to 40 channels.
  • Page 21: Qu-16, 24, 32 Operational Overview

    7. Qu-16, 24, 32 Operational Overview This section provides an overview of the Qu fader mixer layout and operation to help you get started quickly. The Qu-16 mixer is shown here. Similar applies to the Qu-24 and Qu-32. Touch Screen...
  • Page 22 Mute key – Press to turn off the channel audio signal. This affects the send to all mixes including LR, groups, effects and stage monitors. The key lights red when muted. It flashes when muted by a Mute or DCA Group master. Sel key (select) –...
  • Page 23: The Master Strip

    LR mix. This is the normal selection for mixing the FOH (main PA) sound. sets the strip to control the FX internal effects send master. The Qu-16 has 2 FX buses. The Qu-24 and Qu-32 have 4 FX buses. Mix, Grp sets the strip to control one of the mono or stereo mix or Group masters.
  • Page 24: Working With The Sends On Faders

    The Sel keys light when set to Pre-fade. To toggle individual sends pre or post, press the channel Qu-24 and 32 keys while holding Pre Fade. It is typical to use Pre-fade for monitor sends and Post-fade for effects sends.
  • Page 25: Qu-Pac Operational Overview

    8. Qu-Pac Operational Overview This section provides an overview of the Qu-Pac faderless mixer layout and operation to help you get started quickly. SoftKeys Touch Screen Live mixing screens System screens ST3 Input Qu-Drive USB Phones Alt Out Channel screen Channel select Virtual fader strip Mix select...
  • Page 26 System screens - These screens provide access to the mixer setup, Qu-Drive recording and memories: Home – Pages of housekeeping functions including safe Shut Down, Lock Surface, change and set up User Profile, view Meters and RTA, and work with Qu-Drive stereo and multitrack recording and playback.
  • Page 27: Processing And Mix Functions

    9. Processing and Mix Functions 9.1 Channel Naming Qu channels, FX, mixes and groups can be named using the screen keypad. The following can be named: Mono input channels Stereo input channels FX Returns FX Sends Groups Matrix Mute Groups DCA Groups Channel names The name is displayed at the top left of the...
  • Page 28: Channel Processing

    9.2 Channel Processing The SuperStrip provides familiar, analogue feel, one function per knob control of channel and mix master processing such as equalisers and dynamics. The Touch Screen displays the parameter values and provides additional related controls while in the Processing screen.
  • Page 29 Preamp An analogue preamplifier (‘head amp’) matches each connected microphone or line signal to the operating level of the console before it gets converted to digital to be processed and mixed with the other channels. Source lets you choose one of four sources as the input to the channel.
  • Page 30 The panel USB Select key in the SuperStrip switches between the current Preamp source (Local or dSNAKE) and the current USB source (Qu-Drive or USB B). This key is not available on Qu-Pac. Phantom Power Turn on 48V if the connected device requires phantom power, for example a condenser microphone or active DI box.
  • Page 31: Stereo Linking

    Ducker Touch Ducker Setup to open the settings page: Single – Single channel ducking. The trigger and settings apply to just this channel. Gang – Multiple channel ducking. The same trigger and settings apply to all channels set to Gang mode. ...
  • Page 32 Gate The Noise Gate can be switched in to dynamically turn off the audio when it drops below a certain level. For example, to reduce resonant decay of a kick drum or floor tom, or hiss of a noisy keyboard. Use the In key or screen button to switch the Gate in or out.
  • Page 33 Compressor The Compressor is a powerful tool for controlling the dynamics of the sound, for example to smooth out a bass guitar or to narrow the dynamic range of a vocal to make it more intelligible in a busy mix. At its extreme setting the compressor can be used as a limiter to prevent the signal exceeding a preset maximum level.
  • Page 34 Insert switches an internal FX in or out if one has been Group (not available on Qu-16) patched into the mix. The button is disabled when the insert is not patched. The FX is inserted at the start of the processing before the EQ. Use the FX / Back panel screen to choose and assign...
  • Page 35: Processing Libraries

    9.5 Processing Libraries Processing block settings can be stored as Libraries:    Gate  Comp  Channel (Preamp, Gate, PEQ, Comp, Delay) You can store up to 128 library items including all types. Press the key on the related Processing screen to open the...
  • Page 36: List Of Factory Libraries

    9.6 List of Factory Libraries :Bell Flat - 4 bell @ 0.5 octave Channel :Mic Vocal or instrument mic :Shelf Flat - Shelving LF and HF :Line Line level source Banjo Banjo pickup or mic :DI 48V With 48V on for DI box Bass:A Acoustic (upright) bass Bass:A...
  • Page 37: Channel Routing

    Qu-Pac The rotary Pan control becomes active when an input channel key is active. Its function depends on Qu-16, Qu-24, Qu-32 currently selected Master Strip mix: LR = Channel main pan FX send = Disabled Group (not Qu-16) = Channel main pan...
  • Page 38 Channel Direct Output settings Adjust the channel Direct Output Trim from off to +10dB gain. The default setting is 0dB. Choose the channel source for the Direct Outputs using the drop-down menu. Choose whether the outputs are affected by the faders and/or mutes. These are global settings affecting all channels.
  • Page 39 Channel Grp Sends screen The Qu-24 includes two stereo Group mixes, and the Qu-32 and Qu-Pac have four. Groups are not available on the Qu-16. Firmware V1.8 introduced Group Mix Mode. You can choose each Group to be either an audio group or a stereo mix.
  • Page 40: Mix Routing

     Choose Post-All processing for FX sends. Mix to Matrix Sends The Qu-24, Qu-32 and Qu-Pac include two stereo Matrix mixes. These are not available on the Qu-16. The Groups, Mixes and LR can be sent to the Matrix. The sends to the matrix can be set Pre or Post the send master fader.
  • Page 41: Audio Groups

    Firmware V1.8 introduced Group Mix Mode. Groups can be configured as conventional stereo audio sub-groups or as additional stereo mixes. By using groups in Mix mode the Qu-24 can provide up to 4 mono and 5 stereo mixes. The Qu-32 and Qu-Pac can provide up to 4 mono and 7 stereo mixes.
  • Page 42: Working With The Groups (Qu-24, Qu-32, Qu-Pac)

    9.12 Working with the Groups (Qu-24, Qu-32, Qu-Pac) Choose whether you want the Group to operate as an audio group or a stereo mix. Go to the Grp master Routing screen. Changing mode resets the associated parameters. Audio Group (default) CH (mono) and ST (stereo) input channels and FX returns can be routed to groups.
  • Page 43: Mute And Dca Groups

    9.13 Mute and DCA Groups The Qu mixer provides 4 Mute Groups and 4 DCA Groups. These let you control the levels of groups of channels or mixes. Mute Group – Provides a single master Mute key to mute or unmute all channels assigned to the group.
  • Page 44: Using Mute Groups

    To assign Mute Groups - Select the Mute Group Assign tab, then touch the tab for the Mute Group you wish to assign. To assign DCA Groups - Select the DCA Group Assign tab, then touch the tab for the DCA Group you wish to assign.
  • Page 45: Using Dca Groups

    9.15 Using DCA Groups There are 6 ways to access the DCA Groups: 1. All Qu mixers provide DCA master controls in the Routing screen Mute/DCA view Masters tab. Press key to open this view. Touch a Mute button to mute or unmute a DCA group. Touch a DCA Level box and use the screen rotary to adjust its level.
  • Page 46: Touch Screen Mixing Functions

    10.Touch Screen Mixing Functions The Qu features an 800x480 pixel, colour touch screen for quick and intuitive setup and control of the mix. The Qu-16, Qu-24 and Qu-Pac have 5” screens. The Qu-32 has a larger 7” screen. screens TouchChannel...
  • Page 47 Status Bar – This lower screen toolbar shows useful system information and is always visible. key function - for example to show that the key is available to select a Library or Options page. Scene information – Shows the number and name of the current (Curr:) and next (Next:) scenes.
  • Page 48: Copy, Paste, Reset Keys

    10.1 Copy, Paste, Reset keys You can copy, paste and reset blocks of processing, mix parameters or scenes and their filters. Copy – While holding down the Copy key, press or touch the item you wish to copy. Next, while holding down the Paste key, press or touch the destination you wish to copy to.
  • Page 49: The Sel Screens - Processing And Routing

    10.2 screens – Processing and Routing Processing Screen – When selected this screen presents the processing including Preamp, Gate, EQ, Compressor for the channel or master currently selected using its strip key. Touch the top part of the screen to select the processing block you wish to view or adjust, for example Preamp or PEQ.
  • Page 50: Home Screen - User

    10.4 Home Screen – User Three User Profiles are available to protect selected functions and restrict user access, for example for volunteer operators in houses of worship, or guest engineers visiting venues. The Admin user has access to all functions and can set permissions and allocate passwords if required for the other users. You can log in as one of 3 Users with different permissions: ...
  • Page 51: Home Screen - Meters

    Increase levels if the meter readings are consistently low. The Qu-24 meters screen is shown here. Qu-32 provides two pages of meters. The Qu-16 does not include Group and Matrix meters.
  • Page 52: Home Screen - Qu-Drive (Usb Audio)

    10.7 Home Screen – Qu-Drive (USB audio) This opens screens associated with the USB stereo  and multitrack recording: Qu-Drive audio recording and multitrack playback require the USB storage device to support high sustained transfer rates. Not all USB devices will ...
  • Page 53 Stereo Playback – You can play back audio files from a USB storage device plugged into Qu-Drive:  Format = 44.1 or 48kHz, 16 or 24-bit, WAV file  Use the USB device with the Qu mixer only. Do not use it for other applications.
  • Page 54 Multitrack Record – You can record to a USB storage device plugged into Qu-Drive:  18 Tracks = Individually patchable sources  Record format = 48kHz, 24-bit, WAV file  Data rate = 144 KB/sec per track (max 4GB total) ...
  • Page 55: The Fx

    10.8 The FX Qu features 4 internal stereo FX (effects) processors. Each can be loaded from a library of different effects types and presets. These are the same as found in the flagship Allen & Heath iLive digital mix system and are based on emulations of popular industry standard effects.
  • Page 56 Symphonic Chorus - A faithful emulation of the 80’s classic chorus effect. Simple to use and frequently requested. The unit has just two controls, Frequency and Depth controlling the rate and delay range of the stereo modulator. The unit produces a rich, lively and wide chorus sound with a suggestion of very mild phasing / flanging.
  • Page 57: Working With Fx - Adding Vocal Reverb

    10.9 Working with FX – Adding vocal reverb:  Press the FX key to open the screen. Touch to select FX1. Press the key to open the Library page. Touch ‘Factory’. Recall a Reverb into the FX1 slot if one is not already loaded. Open the Back Panel view and check that FX1 is set for Mix>Return with FX1 as its input.
  • Page 58: Scene Memories

    10.10 Scene Memories Qu provides 100 Scene memories. These store and recall a snapshot of all live mixing parameters. Scenes have many applications. They can be used to store settings for bands during sound check for recall before they take to the stage during the show. Scenes can also be used for cue recall during theatre shows, or to provide a known starting point for different events or users in a multi-purpose venue.
  • Page 59: Scene Contents

    Routing and sends to all the mixes  Mute and DCA Group assignments Mix Safes – Make any combination of the mixes safe – Mix1-10, FX Sends1-2, LR. The Qu-24 includes Safes for its Groups and Matrix mixes. Protects:  Master processing, ...
  • Page 60 The Filter screen Filter parameters: A Recall Filter protects one or more parameter types for all channels. Inputs/FX (All CH, ST, FX Ret, Groups) A scene stores all live mixing parameters. A Recall  Input patch (Local, dSNAKE, USB) Filter can be set to protect (block) chosen ...
  • Page 61: Touch Screen Setup Functions

    11. Touch Screen Setup Functions Press the Setup key next to the Touch Screen to open the Setup screens. Touch the top tabs to access the different categories of setup function. Touch the tabs below to open up the related options available. Dimmer –...
  • Page 62: Audio Setup - Talkback

    11.2 Audio Setup - Talkback Set up and assign Talkback to talk to the musicians via their monitors, or make announcements via the house (PA) mix: HPF – Dial in the High Pass Filter to remove low frequency pops and resonance while talking. Factory default is 120Hz.
  • Page 63: Audio Setup - Automatic Mic Mixer (Amm)

    11.4 Audio Setup - Automatic Mic Mixer (AMM) An Automatic Mic Mixer provides automatic level control of multiple microphones for spoken word applications, for example conferences and discussion panels involving several participants each with their own mic around a table. This improves intelligibility and can reduce the risk of feedback by dynamically reducing the levels of mics which are not being spoken into.
  • Page 64 AMM In/Out – You can switch the Gain activity meter block – These level meters give you a real time AMM in or out to hear its effect on overview of the AMM gain distribution for all 16 channels. They light the mix.
  • Page 65: Working With The Amm

    11.5 Working with the AMM Set up and position the microphones - It is best to use the same type of microphone and position them so that the speaking participants are not too close or too far from each mic. To avoid false triggering and phasing set the distance from each voice to mic to be closer than the distance between the mics.
  • Page 66: Control Setup - Custom Layer

    11.6 Control Setup – Custom Layer The Qu-16, Qu-24 and Qu-32 mixers provide a custom fader layer. The Qu-Pac does not have faders and provides a custom Select key layer (see below). The Custom Layer can have any combination of channel, FX, master and MIDI strips assigned to its faders.
  • Page 67: Control Setup - Softkeys

    11.7 Control Setup - SoftKeys Qu-16 provides 4 SoftKeys. The Qu-24 and Qu-32 Qu-24 shown provide 10. Qu-Pac provides 15. These are called ‘Soft’ because they can be assigned to different functions by the user. Function – Touch the box to open and choose from the list of available functions.
  • Page 68: Control Setup - Network

    Unit Name – Enter a name with up to 15 characters to identify the Qu mixer on the network. The default name is the model number, for example, ‘Qu-16’ or ‘Qu-24’. 11.9 Control Setup - MIDI The Qu mixer can send and receive MIDI messages for remote control of many of its functions. It also provides MMC transport control from this page, or assigned to SoftKeys.
  • Page 69: Control Setup - Preferences

    11.10 Control Setup - Preferences This screen presents user preferences for the control surface. Set these according to how you prefer to work. These settings are stored with Show files. They are not stored in Scenes. PEQ Graph Fill – When turned On, the processing screen PEQ graph displays a colour fill.
  • Page 70: Usb Data - Scene Transfer

    11.11 USB Data – Scene Transfer Individual Scenes can be transferred between Qu mixers via a USB device (key or drive) plugged into the Qu-Drive port. This provides a quick way to transfer settings without overwriting the current scenes and preferences.
  • Page 71: Usb Data - Show Transfer

    11.13 USB Data – Show transfer Qu mixer settings can be stored to a USB device (key or drive) plugged into the Qu-Drive port. Data can be archived to computer and transferred between Qu mixers. A ‘Show’ stores all the Qu mixer settings and memories.
  • Page 72: I/O Patch Setup - Surface

    Touch Apply to confirm changes. The reset default for the Qu-16, Qu-24 and Qu-32 models is one-to-one mapping of sockets to channels. The reset default for the Qu-Pac is: CH1-16 = Local 1-16,...
  • Page 73: I/O Patch Setup - Dsnake Out

    Mix 6 none Matrix post-fader Mix 7 none Mix 8 none PAFL Stereo PAFL monitor Qu-24, Qu-32, Qu-Pac Reset dSNAKE Patch dSNAKE Qu out Qu out Qu out Mix 1 Mix 9 MTX1 L Mix 2 Mix 10 MTX2 R...
  • Page 74: I/O Patch Setup - Monitor

    ST3 R FX3ret R Mix8 R CH15 Main L Mix1 Mix9 L CH16 Main R Mix2 Mix10 R Qu-24 Reset Default Monitor Patch Qu out Qu out Qu out Qu out Qu out CH17 ST1 L Grp1 L CH10 CH18...
  • Page 75: I/O Patch Setup - Usb Audio

    This includes the Qu-Drive Stereo, Qu-Drive Multitrack and the USB B audio streaming. The Qu-16 provides 24 patchable USB outputs. The Qu-24, Qu-32 and Qu-Pac provide 32 USB outputs. Qu-Drive and USB B streaming share the same block of patchable tracks: ...
  • Page 76: Utility - Calibration

    11.19 Utility - Calibration Use the routines here to calibrate the touch accuracy of the Touch Screen and positional accuracy of the Motor Faders. Follow the on-screen instructions. 11.20 Utility – Qu-Drive This screen lets you check and format a USB device (key or hard drive) for use with Qu-Drive.
  • Page 77: Utility - Firmware Update

    Download the firmware Visit the Allen & Heath web site and download the latest Qu- 16, Qu-24, Qu-32 or Qu-Pac firmware. The file is packaged in a .zip archive and its name includes the model and version number, for example: Qu16UpdtV1_82_4387.zip.
  • Page 78: Working With Audio Streaming And A Daw

    12. Working with Audio Streaming and a DAW The Qu mixer can stream audio and send MIDI messages to and from an Apple Mac or Windows ® ® computer via the rear panel USB B port. This lets you work with a DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) running on your computer.
  • Page 79 2.20.5 onwards this audio returns to the 1 and 2. You can change this manually on the Mac, Qu-16 and Qu-24 ST3 channel, or to CH31- and use the latest version of the Qu Windows Driver on 32 for the Qu-32. Download the latest driver the PC.
  • Page 80: Qu-Pac Qu-Control Screen

    13.Qu-Pac Qu-Control Screen Qu-Control is a custom assignable screen available on the Qu-Pac model only. It lets you present just the few controls needed for basic operation. For example, to control background music source and level within a music bar. It can be associated with the Qu ‘Basic User’ with permissions set by the ‘Admin’ user so that only this screen is available for non-technical bar staff, for example to adjust the background music.
  • Page 81: Ios Apps For Wireless Control

    14. iOS Apps for Wireless Control Two Qu apps are available from the Apple Store: Qu-Pad - Engineer’s live mixing control Qu-You - Musician’s personal monitor control Qu-Pad is an engineer's mixing tool giving you the freedom to walk the room or stage and control the sound right where it is needed.
  • Page 82 Connect. Enter the password if one has been set for Qu-You users at the mixer. The app detects the Qu mixer model – Qu-16, Qu-24, Qu-32 or Qu-Pac. Some settings such as Qu-Pad Custom layers and Qu-You Group names and assignments are stored locally and remembered when the app is started.
  • Page 83 Setting up the Qu wireless network The app sends and receives control data over a wireless (Wi-Fi) network. This requires a wireless router (wireless access point) connected to the Qu mixer Network port. Control device Qu mixer Wireless router Qu Network port Cat5 cable Choosing a wireless router - For best performance we recommend you use a dual band (2.4 and 5GHz) wireless router (wireless access point) with auto channel selection.
  • Page 84: Resetting The Mixer

    Qu-16 FX = EMT250, Delay  The FX master and return faders are turned up  Qu-24, 32 = EMT250, Hall480, Dly, ADT and default reverbs and delay patched ready for  you to hear the effects as soon as you raise a Group mode selected (not Qu-16) channel send.
  • Page 85: System Hard Reset

    15.2 System Hard Reset A power up reset is available if you need to fully reset the Qu mixer settings and memories. This could be done to clear the system out before sending the mixer to a client, or if you suspect a system problem. To reset mix parameters before starting a show or sound check, use a Scene or the Reset Mix Settings function described earlier in this guide.
  • Page 86: Specifications

    16.Specifications 16.1 Installing Qu-16, Qu-24, Qu-32 The following provides information for mixer installation. The Qu mixer can be operated on a flat surface or fitted into a flightcase. The Qu-16 can be mounted in a 19” equipment rack or plinth.
  • Page 87: Installing Qu-Pac

    16.2 Installing Qu-Pac Free Standing - For operating while on a desk, shelf or other flat surface. Make sure the 4 rubber feet are fitted. Allow space at the sides and rear for ventilation. The mixer can be transported in a purpose designed padded bag or flight case.
  • Page 88: Qu-16 System Block Diagram

    16.3 Qu-16 System Block Diagram Mixer Reference Guide AP9372 iss.8...
  • Page 89: Qu-24 And Qu-32 System Block Diagram

    16.4 Qu-24 and Qu-32 System Block Diagram Mixer Reference Guide AP9372 iss.8...
  • Page 90: Qu-Pac System Block Diagram

    16.5 Qu-Pac System Block Diagram Mixer Reference Guide AP9372 iss.8...
  • Page 91: System Specifications

    Parameters linked EQ, dynamics, insert, delay, assignments, sends Outputs  Mix1-10 and LR Out Balanced, XLR Link options Preamp, polarity, sidechains, fader/mute, pan Group and Matrix Out (Qu-24,32 only) Output Impedance <75Ω Polarity Normal/Reverse Nominal Output High Pass Filter +4dBu = 0dB meter reading 12dB/octave 20Hz –...

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