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- Page 1 For Firmware Version V1.1 Check www.allen-heath.com for the latest version available Publication AP9031...
- Page 2 Limited One Year Manufacturer’s Warranty This product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for period of one year from the date of purchase by the original owner. To ensure a high level of performance and reliability for which this equipment has been designed and manufactured, read this User Guide before operating.
- Page 3 IMPORTANT - Read these instructions before starting: Safety instructions Before starting, read the Important Safety Instructions printed on the sheets 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.
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Page 4: Packed Contents
1. Packed contents Qu-16 Mixer User Guide AP9031 Registration Card on rear cover • Return the card or register online at www.allen-heath.com Safety Sheets AP3345 – English AP7287 – French • Mains lead Check this AP8513 – Chinese is correct for your territory •... -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
2. Contents Packed contents ..........................4 Contents .............................. 5 Introduction ............................7 Connection Overview .......................... 8 Input Connections ........................8 Output Connections ........................9 Other Connections ........................9 ... - Page 6 Resetting the Mixer ........................... 42 Reset Mix Settings – A starting point for mixing ..............42 System Hard Reset ........................43 Specifications ............................ 44 10.1 System Block Diagram ......................45 ...
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Page 7: Introduction
3. Introduction The Qu-16 is a compact, rack mountable digital audio mixer from Allen & Heath. Building on the heritage of the GLD and flagship iLive digital consoles the Qu presents exceptional performance together with an intuitive analogue style user interface with knobs and touch screen, total recall of its settings, full input, output and FX processing, USB multitrack recording capability and remote wireless control using an iPad. -
Page 8: Connection Overview
4. Connection Overview The following connections are available on the rear panel of the Qu-16. AES digital out Alt out Lamp 2Trk out LR main out Analogue Mix out 1-10 Mic and Line inputs 1-16 Talkback Mic in ST1 and ST2 Kensington stereo line in Lock... -
Page 9: Output Connections
4.2 Output Connections Mix outputs – Balanced XLR line level outputs for the mono and stereo mixes, for example to feed monitor amplifiers, fill speaker systems, and external processing devices. These use low impedance, high quality differential driver circuits for connection to +4 or 0dBu equipment. Maximum output is +22dBu. -
Page 10: Powering Up The Mixer
4.4 Powering up the mixer The Qu 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: Mains Voltage = 100 to 240 V.AC Mains Frequency =... -
Page 11: Connecting Dsnake Remote Audio
5. Connecting dSNAKE Remote Audio The Qu-16 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 12: Connecting To The Me Personal Mixing System
5.2 Connecting to the ME Personal Mixing System The Allen & Heath ME Personal Mixing System can be used with the Qu-16. 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 13: Operational Overview
6. Operational Overview This section provides an overview of the Qu-16 layout and operation to help you get started quickly. Touch Screen TouchChannel Screen select SuperStrip Qu-Drive Fader Flip Engineer’s monitor Copy/Paste/reset Function key Mix assign SoftKeys Layer select Master Strip Fader Strips Mix select Channel select... - Page 14 Mute key – Press to turn off the channel audio signal. This affects the send to all mixes including LR, effects and stage monitors. The Mute key lights red when the channel is muted. It flashes when it is muted by a Mute Group master. Sel (select) key –...
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Page 15: Channel Processing
6.2 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 16 Local (red Gain) dSNAKE (yellow Gain) Channel Preamp source Local (red Gain) – Rear panel Mic/Line sockets feeding the internal Qu mixer preamps. These are pad- less preamps featuring wide gain range. dSNAKE (yellow Gain) – Remote preamps located in an AR2412 or AR84 AudioRack on stage or other remote location and connected to the Qu dSNAKE port via a Cat5 cable.
- Page 17 Linking lets you gang the preamp, processing and routing of an odd/even mono channel pair for stereo operation. All parameters including the preamp, processing and routing are linked. Pan becomes a width control when linked. Some parameters can be removed from the link using the buttons: Preamp –...
- Page 18 Frequency – Each band can sweep its centre point frequency across the full range from 20Hz to 20kHz. This means you can overlap bands and have more precise control over problem frequency areas. Width – Each band has a bell-shaped response. The width of the bell can be varied from a very wide 1.5 octaves affecting many frequencies to a very narrow octave affecting a small range of frequencies.
- Page 19 Mix processing The mix masters provide EQ, Compressor, FX Insert capability and output Delay. Insert switches an internal FX in or out if one has been 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.
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Page 20: Channel Routing
6.4 Channel Routing The Touch Screen presents tabs to access the channel assignments and send levels when its fader strip key is selected and the Touch Screen Routing screen is active. The Channel Block Pan control provides quick access to the related mix pan setting for the channel. The key is used to access the Mute Group masters while in any Routing screen. - Page 21 Channel Mix Sends screen Use this screen to work with the sends and assignments from one channel to all the mixes. Each send can be set Pre or Post fader. It is typical to set monitor sends pre-fade so that the channel fader does not affect the monitor mixes, and to set effects and fill speaker sends post-fade so that their levels do follow the faders.
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Page 22: Mute Groups
6.6 Mute Groups The Qu features 4 Mute Groups. You can assign channels to a Mute Group so that pressing its master key will instantly mute all assigned channels. For example, mute all drum channels, mute all mics on stage during band changeover, or mute all FX returns between songs. Mute masters are accessed from Home or any Routing... -
Page 23: The Master Strip
6.8 The Master Strip Qu provides a dedicated fader strip for the Mix Masters. It presents the fader and controls for the mix currently selected using the keys alongside. The sends to the selected mix are presented on the 16 faders. -
Page 24: Working With The Sends On Faders
6.9 Working with the sends on faders: Press a key. The master strip presents the mix fader and controls. The 16 channel faders move to present the sends to that mix. Move a channel fader to adjust its send level to the selected mix. -
Page 25: Touch Screen Mixing Functions
7. Touch Screen Mixing Functions The Qu features an 800x480 pixels , full colour touch screen for quick and intuitive setup and control of the mix. screens TouchChannel Touch to select each processing block Button Other screens Parameter box Function key Edit keys Screen Rotary Screen select keys... -
Page 26: The Sel Screens - Processing And Routing
7.1 The screens – Processing and Routing Processing Screen – When selected this screen presents the processing such as Preamp, EQ, Gate, 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 27: Home Screen - Meters
7.4 Home Screen – Meters This screen provides a convenient view of all channel, mix and FX signal activity. For optimum performance the loudest signals should read into the yellow. If any red Peak meter flashes then reduce the level of that signal to avoid possible distortion. - Page 28 Patch the source to be recorded using the Setup / Audio / Output Patch screen Qu-Drive option menu. The record meter on the USB page displays the current source. The default is LR post-fade. Arm the recording by touching the red circle Record button.
- Page 29 Qu-Drive Multitrack page – This screen presents the controls for multitrack recording to and playback from a USB hard drive plugged the top panel Qu-Drive port. The blue Stop button lights if the USB drive is recognised by the mixer. The controls are disabled if not plugged in or recognised.
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Page 30: The Fx
7.7 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 31 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.
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Page 32: Working With Fx - Adding Vocal Reverb
7.8 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. 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 33: Scene Memories
7.9 Scene Memories Qu provides 100 Scene memories. These store and recall a snapshot of all live Mix 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 34 The Global Filter screen A scene stores all mix parameters. A Recall Filter can be set to protect (block) chosen parameters from being overwritten when the scene is recalled. The Global Filter protects parameters from being overwritten by any of the 100 scenes. A red dot appears in the tab if one or more items have been blocked.
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Page 35: Touch Screen Setup Functions
8. 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 36: Audio Setup -Signal Generator
8.3 Audio Setup –Signal Generator Set up and assign the Signal Generator to test loudspeakers and align levels between equipment. Source – Touch to open the list of sources available: Sine – Pure tone with adjustable frequency. Set to 1kHz and use meters to match equipment levels. -
Page 37: Audio Setup - Dsnake Output Patch
8.5 Audio Setup – dSNAKE Output Patch This screen presents the patching of the dSNAKE remote audio outputs. These outputs have a fixed mapping as shown here. This suits the typical application. The Qu mixer can detect whether an AR2412 or an AR84 AudioRack is connected. -
Page 38: Control Setup - Custom Strip
8.6 Control Setup – Custom Strip The Custom layer can have any combination of channel, FX and master strips assigned to its faders. This lets you arrange the faders you are using for your show into one layer. The screen presents an assignment button for each fader. -
Page 39: Usb Data - Show Transfer
8.8 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. Note - Firmware version V1.1 supports Show transfer only. -
Page 40: Network Setup
8.9 Network Setup Use this screen set the TCP/IP address for the Network port. It is important that this address is compatible with the addresses of equipment connected to the port, for example a laptop providing MIDI control of mixer parameters, or a wireless router providing remote control using the Qu-Pad iPad app. -
Page 41: Utility - Firmware Update
8.12 Utility – Firmware Update The Qu mixer operating firmware can be easily updated using a USB device (key or drive). Make sure the USB device has been previously checked and formatted to work with the Qu mixer. Step1 Download the firmware Visit www.allen-heath.com and download the latest Qu... -
Page 42: Resetting The Mixer
9. Resetting the Mixer There are two ways to reset the Qu settings: 9.1 Reset Mix Settings – A starting point for mixing This button in the Scenes screen resets the mixer to a known starting point for mixing. It provides a quick way to reset the processing, mixes and patching before a show or after another user has finished with it. -
Page 43: System Hard Reset
9.2 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 Setting function described earlier in this guide. -
Page 44: Specifications
10.Specifications Inputs Outputs XLR Mic/Line Inputs 1‐16 Balanced, 48V phantom power Mix1‐10 and LR Outputs Balanced, XLR Mic/Line Preamp Fully recallable Output Impedance <75Ω Input Sensitivity ‐60 to +5dBu Nominal Output +4dBu = 0dB meter reading Analogue Gain ‐5 to +60dB, 1dB steps Maximum Output Level +22dBu Maximum Input Level +19dBu Residual Output Noise ‐90 dBu (muted, 20‐20kHz) Input Impedance >5kΩ Stereo Alt Output Balanced, 1/4" TRS jack TRS jack Line inputs 1‐16 Balanced Source Patchable Input Sensitivity ‐50 to +20dBu Output Impedance <75Ω Analogue Gain ‐10 to +60dB, 1dB steps Nominal Output +4dBu = 0dB meter reading Maximum Input Level +29dBu Maximum Output Level +22dBu... -
Page 45: System Block Diagram
10.1 System Block Diagram Qu-16 User Guide AP9031 iss.2... -
Page 46: Mechanical Details
10.2 Mechanical Details The following provides information for mixer installation. The Qu-16 can be operated on a flat surface, mounted in a 19” equipment rack or plinth, or fitted into a flightcase. Ventilation - Make sure that air flow around the ventilation slots at the rear and underside of the mixer is not obstructed. - Page 47 REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT Register online at: http://www.allen- heath.com/uk/support/Pages/ProductRegistration.aspx Register by post using the PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD on the rear cover to: Allen & Heath Limited Kernick Industrial Estate Penryn Cornwall TR10 9LU England Qu-16 User Guide AP9031 iss.2...
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