ALLEN & HEATH Qu-16 Getting Started Manual
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Summary of Contents for ALLEN & HEATH Qu-16
- Page 1 Before starting please check www.allen-heath.com for the latest Qu firmware and documentation. For Firmware Version V1.8 Publication AP10025...
- 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").
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Page 3: Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT - Read these instructions 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
Part: LEDlampX Part: AB1608 Qu-16 polyester carry bag Part AP9931 19” Rack Ear Kit for Qu-16 To mount the Qu-16 in a standard 19” rack or flightcase. These fit over the plastic trims. Part: QU-16-RK19 Dust covers Cat5 cables AP9262 Qu-16... -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
About this guide This is the Getting Started Guide for the Allen & Heath Qu-16, Qu-24 and Qu-32 digital mixers. For more information about Qu mixer setup and mixing functions please refer to the Qu Mixer Reference Guide available for download from the Allen &... -
Page 6: Introduction To The Qu Series
There are four models in the Qu Digital Audio Mixer Series: 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. -
Page 7: Differences Between The Qu Models
3.1 Differences between the Qu models All Qu mixers 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... - Page 8 The extra features of the bigger models will be ignored when their file is loaded on a Qu-16. The extra features of the bigger models will be reset to factory default when a Qu-16 file is loaded.
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Page 9: Installation
4. 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. The unique shape of the Qu aids heat management without the need for a fan. -
Page 10: Rear Panel
5. Rear Panel This shows the Qu-16 rear panel. The Qu-24 and Qu-32 are similar but include Group and Matrix outputs. AES digital out Alt out Lamp 2Trk out LR main out Analogue Mix outputs Mic and Line inputs Talkback... -
Page 11: Front Panel
6. Front Panel This shows the Qu-16 front panel. The Qu-24 and Qu-32 are similar but include more fader strips, Group mix select keys, more SoftKeys and an iPad tray. Touch Screen TouchChannel Screen select SuperStrip Qu-Drive USB port Fader Flip Engineer’s monitor... -
Page 12: Audio Signal Processing
Matrix mixes. All models include a built-in automatic mic mixer (AMM) for the first 16 channels. A more detailed diagram and further information is available within the Qu Mixer Reference Guide which can be downloaded from the Allen & Heath website. Qu-16 SIGNAL FLOW Cat5 Digital Snake to AudioRack and ME Personal Monitor System... -
Page 13: Wireless Control
8. Wireless Control The Allen & Heath Qu-Pad and Qu-You apps are available free from the Apple Store for iOS devices including iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch. Qu-You is also available for Android devices. Set up the Qu wireless network - For best performance use a dual band (2.4 and 5GHz) wireless router (wireless access point) with auto channel selection. -
Page 14: Qu-Start
9. Qu-Start This section provides a quick guide to get you started setting up and mixing with Qu. For more information please refer to other sections in this guide and to the Qu Mixer Reference Guide available for download from www.allen-heath.com/key-series/qu-series. 9.1 Things to check before starting Mixer firmware version –... -
Page 15: Prepare The Mixer For Your Session
If you are using subgroups to LR then remember to turn off the assignments of those channels to the LR mix. * = Groups and Matrix are not available on the Qu-16. Set up the Matrix sends * - Use the Matrix Routing... - Page 16 Patching – The reset default patch is a simple one-to-one mapping of local sockets to the channels, and a traditional patch of outputs suitable for the typical PA application. However, Qu offers flexible patching letting you route signals anywhere you want. Many of the patching screens use the key as a ‘+1’...
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Page 17: Set A Starting Point For Processing And Mix Parameters
9.4 Set a starting point for processing and mix parameters Start by using the Processing screen Preamp page Linking button to link parameters for any odd/even stereo pairs of channels you may need. For example, stereo keyboards or backing tracks. Adjusting on one channel will set the width for the pair. -
Page 18: Save The Settings
9.5 Save the settings Scene memories – Once you have set up the mixer ready for the session, go to the Scenes screen to name and store the current mix settings as a scene. You could name and store a scene as a template starting point for future shows, for each band after you sound check them, theatre show cues, recording sessions and so on. -
Page 19: Mixing With Qu-16, Qu-24 And Qu-32
9.6 Mixing with Qu-16, Qu-24 and Qu-32 Press a green key to work with channel processing Press the Processing key and touch the top part of and pan using the SuperStrip controls. Press Fader Flip the screen to access preamp and processing to work with the mix GEQ using the faders. -
Page 20: Security And User Access
Processing screen – This screen lets you work with the processing for the selected channel or master. Touch the top part to open the related parameters in the section below. The top part can also be used with the Copy/Paste/Reset keys to quickly copy or reset different processing blocks. -
Page 21: Usb Recording And Playback
9.8 USB recording and playback USB B Streaming – Connect an Apple Mac or Windows ® ® computer to the rear panel USB B port to stream up to 32 channels of audio in both directions and send MIDI messages. You can download the Allen &... -
Page 22: Automatic Mic Mixing
9.9 A few more functions Use the Signal Generator to test speakers - After plugging up the PA check that all the amplifier and speaker levels are correctly set. Turn the system on in the correct sequence: Turn the mixer on first, amplifier/speakers on last. Start with the level turned down Pink noise is an excellent source for testing speakers. -
Page 23: Resetting The Mixer
10.Resetting the Mixer There are two ways to reset the Qu settings to give you a known starting point: 10.1 Reset Mix Settings – A starting point for mixing This button in the Scenes screen instantly 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 24 Qu Mixer Getting Started Guide AP10025 iss1...
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