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Related Manuals for ALLEN & HEATH ZED60-14FX
Summarization of Contents
Warranty
Conditions Of Warranty
Details the conditions under which the warranty is valid, including proper installation and non-misuse.
Safety Instructions
Important Mains Plug Wiring Instructions
Details the wiring colour codes for mains plugs, ensuring correct connection for safety.
Introduction to the ZED Sixty
Background Overview
Provides a background on the design and construction of the ZED Sixty mixers, highlighting their robustness and quality.
Multi-application
Explains the versatility of ZED mixers for live mixing, recording, and teaching establishments.
Mic/Line Pre-amps
Details the low noise, discrete transistor circuitry used in the ZED Sixty pre-amps for high gain and linearity.
GTR/Hi Z Inputs
Describes the high impedance Class A FET inputs for instruments, offering a 26dB gain boost.
EQ
Details the 3-band EQ on mono channels and 2-band EQ on stereo channels for optimal sound shaping.
Record Bus
Explains the function of the separately switched stereo bus for recording or clean feed outputs.
Effects Processor
Describes the built-in professional quality effects processor with various algorithms and controls.
USB
Explains the super-flexible and easy implementation of the stereo bi-directional USB audio interface.
Internal Power Supply
Highlights the reliable, built-in power supply design, avoiding external 'wall wart' adapters.
Specifications
Operating Levels
Specifies the input and output operating levels for various connections, including nominal and maximum values.
Frequency Response
Details the frequency response characteristics for mic, line, and stereo inputs to mix outputs.
THD+n
Presents Total Harmonic Distortion plus noise measurements for different signal paths and levels.
Headroom
Indicates the analogue and USB headroom from nominal (0VU) for signal integrity.
Noise
Provides noise specifications for Mic Pre EIN and Mix L/R output under various conditions.
USB Audio CODEC (Coder/Decoder)
Details the USB 1.1 compliant audio CODEC, including sample rate and bit depth capabilities.
Dimensions
Weight
Lists the unpacked and packed weights for both ZED Sixty-10FX and ZED Sixty-14FX models.
Mono Input Channel 1&2 (10FX) 1-6 (14FX)
Mic Input Socket
Describes the standard 3-Pin XLR input for microphones, including wiring details.
Line Input Jack Socket
Details the 1/4" jack socket for balanced or unbalanced line level signals.
Gain Control
Explains how the gain control adjusts input amplifier level for mic and line signals.
100Hz Hi-pass Filter
Describes the 100Hz hi-pass filter for reducing pop noise and rumble from microphone signals.
HF EQ
Explains the High Frequency equaliser's effect on higher audible frequencies and its corner frequency.
MF EQ
Details the Mid Frequency equaliser, its sweep control, and its effect on the middle audible frequency range.
LF EQ
Describes the Low Frequency equaliser's response at the low end of the audio range and its corner frequency.
FX Send
Controls the level of signal sent to the effects bus and FX output from the channel.
AUX Send
Controls the level of signal sent to the Auxiliary output from the channel.
PAN
Adjusts how the signal from the mono input channel is shared between left and right stereo buses.
Record
Switches the channel signal to a separate stereo bus called Record.
Listen
Switches the channel signal to the headphones or monitor output circuit for checking the channel signal.
Mute
Cuts the signal to the main outputs, effects bus, and record bus.
Fader
Controls the amount of signal sent to the main outputs, effects bus, and record bus.
Mono Input Channel 3&4 (10FX) 7&8 (14FX)
Hi Z Input
Details the Hi Z inputs for guitars and instruments, including high impedance and FET emulation.
Gain Boost
Explains the recessed switch for boosting the Hi Z input by 26dB for weak pickups.
Stereo Input Channel I
ST-Ib Inputs
Describes the standard RCA Phono sockets for unbalanced line level stereo signal sources.
ST-Ia Inputs
Details the standard 1/4" jack sockets for line level stereo signals, with break contacts.
ST-1 Gain
Adjusts the input level to the ST1 channel from off to +15dB gain.
Stereo EQ
Explains the high and low frequency equaliser with corner frequencies of 12kHz (HF) and 80Hz (LF).
FX Send
Controls the level of signal sent to the effects bus and FX output from the stereo channel.
AUX Send
Controls the level of signal sent to the Auxiliary output from the stereo channel.
Balance
Adjusts the relative level between left and right stereo signals sent to stereo buses and outputs.
Record
Switches the channel signal to a separate stereo bus called Record.
Listen
Switches the channel signal to the headphones or monitor output circuit for checking.
Mute
Cuts the signal to the main outputs, effects bus, and record bus.
Fader
Controls the amount of signal sent to the main outputs, effects bus, and record bus.
Stereo Input Channel 2
ST-2 Input
Describes the USB audio input connected through break contacts of 1/4" jack sockets.
Record OUT
Details standard RCA phono sockets for stereo line level Record outputs sourced from USB.
Playback Input
Explains 1/4" jack sockets for unbalanced line level inputs for additional stereo sources.
USB OUT Source selector switches
Selects the signal source for the USB audio output and Record output.
ZED-FX Effects Processor
Effects Type Selection LED
Indicates the selected effect type from 16 available presets, blinking for delay effects.
Bank LED
Illuminates when effects types 9 to 16 are selected, showing the chosen effect.
SEL Buttons
Selects the effect type and adjusts the parameter of the selected effect when TAP is held.
TAP Button
Used for adjusting delay tempo or parameter values when TAP button is held.
FX to AUX Send control
Adds some effect signal to the Aux bus for monitor mixes.
Record
Switches the Effects (wet) signal to the stereo Record bus.
Listen
Switches the Effects (wet) signal to headphones or monitor output for checking.
Mute
Cuts the effects return from the main Mix, Aux, and Record buses.
Effects Return fader
Controls the volume of the effects (wet) signal to the main stereo Mix and Record bus.
Effects Type List & Description
Lists and describes 16 different effects presets, their parameters, and adjustment methods.
Effects Type Table with description
Provides a detailed table of effects presets, their names, and parameter adjustment descriptions.
Master Section
Main Mix Out XLR connectors
Standard XLR output connectors for the main stereo mix, with impedance balancing and a level reduction switch.
Main Mix Insert jack sockets
Details the 1/4" jack sockets wired for send and return, with nominal level of 0dBu.
Effects & Aux bus Outputs
Describes 1/4" jack sockets for FX out and Aux out, used for external equipment or footswitches.
48v to Microphones
Switches industry standard 48v phantom power to all 4 microphone inputs for condenser mics.
Monitor Level
Controls the volume of the stereo monitor outputs from off to +10dB of gain.
Monitor Source switch
Allows stereo monitor outputs to be sourced from headphone selection or the main stereo mix.
Aux Mix Level control
The master volume control for the Aux mix bus, adjusting level from off to +6dB gain.
Main Mix Fader
The master level control for the main stereo mix, with 10dB of gain at the top.
Stereo Meters
12 Segment LED meters displaying selected signals for headphones, or mono Listen signal.
PFL (Pre-Fade Listen) active LED
A red LED indicating a Listen switch has been pressed, overriding headphone source.
Headphones level
Controls the volume of signal to the headphones, with a warning about high volume.
Phones Source Selector switches
Allows selection of headphone source: main stereo Mix, Playback input, Aux bus, or Record bus.
Headphones Output
Describes the 1/4" jack socket for headphone output, wired for Left, Right, and Ground.
Connecting to a Computer
USB Audio Interface
Details the stereo bi-directional USB 1.1 audio CODEC, compatible with Windows and MAC Core Audio.
Sound Mixing Tips for First Time Users
Step 1: Connect your Sources
Guides users on connecting microphones, instruments, and audio players, and using 48V phantom power.
Step 2: Check the levels
Explains how to check signal levels using meters and gain controls, and use EQ for tonal balance.
Step 3: Create your stereo mix
Guides on setting main mix fader, listening sources, raising channel faders, and using Pan/Balance.
Step 4: Add Effects
Details how to add ambience and character using the FX section, including subtle application.
Step 5: Using the AUX bus for feeding a stage monitor
Explains using the AUX bus for independent mono mixes for artist monitors.
Step 6: Control feedback
Advises on controlling feedback loops through careful placement and microphone technique.
Step 7: Interval music
Describes how to play background music via the Playback input.
Wiring Information
Insert cable wiring
Illustrates insert cable wiring for sending and returning signals to processors.
General Wiring Information
Provides general wiring diagrams for Y-adapters, instrument cables, and XLR connections.
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