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15. AC VOLTAGE SELECTOR -

 This switch is used to adjust the operating voltage. Operating voltage 

can be toggled between 115V/50Hz or 230V/60Hz. Always be sure the selector is set to the proper 
voltage for your area before attempting to operate the unit. 

16. PLAYER CONTROL -

 

These jacks are used to control the “Q-Start” function between the mixer and 

a compatible American Audio CD Player. Input mini plugs from CD player controller into these jacks, 
input CD 1 into jack A and CD 2 into jack B.

17. LIGHT CONTROL -

 This jack provides a preset mono audio signal output. There is no way to adjust 

this level, however this level will directly refl ect the output level of the 

Channel Faders (3)

. This  buffered 

audio output should only be used for light controllers that can accept an external audio input. Great for
Touch Panels and Chase Controllers. Buffered audio output for light controllers that can use external 
input.

18. DJ MICROPHONE CONNECTOR -

 This jack is used to a connect a microphone to the mixer. Con-

nect you microphone via 1/4 inch (6.3mm) jack. The signal volume will be controlled by the 

DJ Mic Knob 

(7)

. The bass and treble levels can also be adjusted by the built-in microphone EQ (7).

19. AC CONNECTION -

 This connector is used to supply main power to the unit. Use only the supplied   

detachable AC power cord. 

20. RCA MASTER OUTPUTS - 

The Master Output includes a pair of RCA Unbalanced Jacks. The RCA 

jacks send a low current unbalanced output signal. 

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Summary of Contents for Q-221

Page 1: ...American Audio Q 221 Professional Preamp Mixer American Audio 4295 Charter Street Los Angeles Ca 90058 www americandj com ...

Page 2: ...n Care fully check the shipping carton for damage that may have occurred during shipping If the carton appears to be damaged carefully inspect your mixer for any damage and be sure all equipment neces sary to operate the mixer has arrived intact In case damage has been found or parts are missing please contact our toll free customer support number for further instructions please do not return the ...

Page 3: ...rer Heat The mixer should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other mixers including amplifiers that produce heat Be sure to save the packing carton in case you may ever have to return the mixer for service Read all documentation before attempting to operate your new mixer Please save all your docu mentation for future reference Do not spill water or other...

Page 4: ... Use these control to preset your signal level before the crossfader With your channel faders in the maximum position use the channel trim level to set an average output level of about 4dB on you master level meter HEADPHONES To avoid sever hearing damage always be sure the headphone level is set to minimum before plugging them in Never put the headphone on without making sure the headphone level ...

Page 5: ...l Turning this knob counter clockwise will decrease a the amount of treble applied to the source signal turning a knob clockwise will increase the amount of treble applied to the source signal 4 CHANNEL BASS EQUALIZER ROTARY KILLS This control is used to increase 20dB or decrease 30dB the amount of low frequency applied to the source signal Turn the knob counter clockwise to decrease a value or cl...

Page 6: ... to avoid damaging pops mixer on first and turned off last 10 MASTER VOLUME CONTROL This rotary knob is used to control the master output level volume To avoid distorted output try to maintain an average output signal level 4 dB Be sure this volume control is always set to zero before turning the unit on 11 CUE MIXING CONTROLLER This knob selects the channel for monitoring The monitor signal comes...

Page 7: ...audio output should only be used for light controllers that can accept an external audio input Great for Touch Panels and Chase Controllers Buffered audio output for light controllers that can use external input 18 DJ MICROPHONE CONNECTOR This jack is used to a connect a microphone to the mixer Con nect you microphone via 1 4 inch 6 3mm jack The signal volume will be controlled by the DJ Mic Knob ...

Page 8: ...en connecting turntable to these jacks be sure the switch is in the PHONO posi tion and when using line level input devices select AUX Always be sure main power is shut off before change the position of the Line Level Selector Switch 25 CHANNEL 1 LINE 1 RCA INPUT JACKS These Jacks are used for line level inputs Connect CD players or Tape Decks to LINE inputs Line level musical instruments with ste...

Page 9: ...Q 221 Typical Mixer Set Up CASSETTE DECK TURNTABLE TURNTABLE American Audio www americandj com Q 221 Instruction Manual Page 9 ...

Page 10: ...Q 221 Typical Mixer Set Up Speaker Cables Stereo RCA to 1 4 Patch Cables American Audio www americandj com Q 221 Instruction Manual Page 10 CASSETTE DECK V4000 Amplifier ...

Page 11: ...is applied Only replace with American Audio Feather Fader Plus Replacing with any other model fader may seriously damage your mixer Replacing the Crossfader 1 Using a number two Phillips screw driver unscrew the each of the stainless steel retaining screws that hold the crossfader in place 2 Gently remove the crossfader from its seated position You may need to wiggle the crossfader slightly to uns...

Page 12: ...of defects in material or workmanship The sole responsibility of American Audio under this warranty shall be lim ited to the repair of the product or replacement thereof including parts at the sole discretion of Ameri can Audio All products covered by this warranty were manufactured after January 1 1990 and bear identifying marks to that effect E American Audio reserves the right to make changes i...

Page 13: ...TER OUT RCA 0dBV 560 OHM REC OUT RCA 10dBV 1K OHM 3dB PHONES LOAD 32 OHMS 2dBV 33 OHM 3dB Maximum Output Load 47K THD 5 MASTER RCA MORE THAN 18dBV 8V PHONES Load 32 ohms MORE THAN 5dBV 1 8V CHANNEL BALANCE Within 3dB Frequency Response LINE 20Hz 20KHz 2dB PHONO 20Hz 20KHz 2 3dB RIAA AUX 20Hz 20KHz 2dB MICROPHONE 20Hz 20KHz 2 3dB Output Noise IEC A WEIGHTED LINE AUX LESS THAN 75dBV PHONO LESS THAN ...

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