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  Operator Manual – MQX-2310 Equalizer 

Copyright© 2012 – Ashly Audio Inc. 

Physical Description 

The MQX-2310 is 2RU, and weighs 11 pounds. 

MQX-2310 Front Panel 

 

 

1.  Power LED – 

Displays power on or off.

 

2. 

Equalization - 

The individual equalization 

faders adjust the gain or loss at each filter 
frequency. There are 31 of these faders per 
channel on the MQX-2310. By adjusting a 
combination of faders, an overall frequency 
response can be developed and the physical 
position of the faders will give an approximate 
visual indication of this response. 

3. Gain 

The gain control adjusts the overall gain 

of the equalizer when the EQ switch is “in”. It is 
generally used to compensate for level 
changes due to the equalization process, but 
can also adjust overall system level and gain 
structure. Overall gain with this control is from 
+6dB to -

.

 

4. 

Signal Present LED – 

A green LED indicates 

when input signal to the equalizer is above       
–20dBu.  EQ or Gain settings have no effect on 
this indicator, as it only tells you the level of 
signal applied to the equalizer. 

5. 

Clip Indicator LED –

 The red Clip LED turns 

on when any signal within the audio path 

e19dBu.  Clipping can be detected at 
the input stage, gain stage, or equalizer output. 

6. 

Range Switch - 

This switch selects the 

operating range of the individual equalization 
faders between 15dB and 6dB. The 15dB 
settings should be used when this much 
equalization is needed. The 6dB setting allows 
finer resolution on the fader settings. 

7. 

EQ In/Out Switch - 

This switches the Graphic 

Equalization and gain adjustments, allowing the 
effect of any equalization to be compared to a 
“flat” response. This switch does not defeat the 
High-pass filter. 

8.  High-Pass Filter - 

The high-pass filter can be 

used to supplement the frequency response 
achieved by the bandpass filters.  Its function is 
to “roll off” the response below a given 
frequency eliminating subsonic interference like 
wind noise or floor rumble. The high-pass 
frequency is fixed at 40Hz with an 18dB/Oct 
slope.

 

 

 

MQX-2310 Rear Panel 

 

 

1. 

Power

 – Switches the unit power on or off 

2. 

Inputs 

- For unbalanced inputs, the signal 

should be on the + connection and the - 
connection tied to ground.  A mono 1/4” plug 
used as an unbalanced connection will 
automatically be grounded.  When using a 
stereo plug, XLR connector, or euroblock for an 
unbalanced signal, the (-) input connection 
MUST be tied to ground. 

3. 

Ashly Servo-Balanced Output - 

This output 

circuit is an active output which maintains a 
constant output level between the (+) and (-) 
output terminals, regardless of either terminal 
being connected to ground.  This servo-
balanced output provides an unchanged signal 
without regard to ground. 

 

Introduction - 4 

MQX Equalizers – 5 

Connectors & Cables – 5 

Physical Description - 6 

Front Panel 

Rear Panel 

Installation – 7 

Typical Applications - 8 

Troubleshooting - 9 

Dimensions - 9 

Specifications - 10 

Warranty - 11 

 

Summary of Contents for MQX-2310

Page 1: ...erating Manual Ashly Audio Inc 847 Holt Road Webster NY 14580 9103 Toll Free 800 828 6308 Telephone 585 872 0010 FAX 585 872 0739 www ashly com All Trademarks referred to herein are the property of th...

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Page 3: ...atus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 1 Lisez ces instructions 2 Conservez ces instructions 3 Observez les avertissements 4 Suivez ces i...

Page 4: ...connecting to a sound system The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product...

Page 5: ...to most professional audio products Inputs as well as servo balanced outputs can be used balanced or unbalanced When possible balanced connections are recommend between all components in your system...

Page 6: ...B and 6dB The 15dB settings should be used when this much equalization is needed The 6dB setting allows finer resolution on the fader settings 7 EQ In Out Switch This switches the Graphic Equalization...

Page 7: ...0 60 Hz To reduce the risk of ground loop hum connect all audio equipment to the same electrical power source Do not remove the AC plug ground pin as a potential shock hazard could result This unit wi...

Page 8: ...will achieve the best results when you can eliminate one or two feedback points by setting one or two sliders for no more than a 6dB cut Often you can find a feedback point by boosting sliders in suc...

Page 9: ...y a ground loop between components Try using the suggested balanced input and output hook ups if the other pieces of equipment used in conjunction with your equalizer have balanced inputs and outputs...

Page 10: ...u IM Distortion SMPTE 01 20dBu Output Hum Noise unweighted 94dBu Channel Separation 85dB 1Khz Gain Control to 6dB Filters Type Constant Q Wein Bridge Number 31 Bandwidth 1 3 Octave Tolerance 3 Range 6...

Page 11: ...red defaced or removed ASHLY AUDIO INC reserves the right to make changes in design or make additions to or improvements upon this product without any obligation to install the same on products previo...

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