Table Of Contents; Introduction To This Guide - ALLEN & HEATH VZ3 12:2 User Manual

Introduction
Welcome to the Allen & Heath WZ
compact audio mixing consoles. We have tried to keep this user guide brief and to the point.
Please read it fully before starting. Included is information on installing, connecting and
operating the console, panel drawings, system block diagram and technical specification.
For further information on the basic principles of audio system engineering, please refer to
one of the specialist publications and resources available from bookshops, audio equipment
dealers and the Internet.
Whilst we believe the information in this guide to be reliable we do not assume responsibility
for inaccuracies. We also reserve the right to make changes in the interest of further product
development.
We are able to offer further product support through our world-wide network of approved
dealers and service agents. You can also access our Web site on the Internet for
information on our full product range, our company pedigree, assistance with your technical
queries, our contact details or simply to chat about matters audio. To help us provide the
most efficient service please keep a record of your console serial number, and date and
place of purchase to be quoted in any communication regarding this product.
Warranty ................................................ 2
General Precautions.............................. 4
Introduction to this Guide...................... 5
Front Panel Layout ................................ 6
Introducing the MixWizard .................... 7
Installing the Console............................ 8
Connecting Power................................. 9
Connecting a Backup Supply ............... 9
Connection Pinouts and Cables ......... 10
Audio Connections .............................. 11
Connector Panel Layouts.................... 12
Console Connectors ........................... 13
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Mono Input Channel ............................15
Stereo Input Channel...........................17
Stereo Effects Processor .....................18
Stereo Effects Return Channel ............19
MIDI......................................................20
Master Section.....................................21
Gain Structure......................................23
Specifications ......................................24
System Block Diagrams ......................26
Effects Parameters ..............................28
User Options........................................30
Cue Sheets ..........................................33
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