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 User Guide 

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EQUALISER

   The EQ on a DJ mixer provides a very different function to 

that on any other mixing console.  As most music sources are pre-recorded 
corrective EQ as found on the microphone channels is not required.  Instead, 
the EQ is used by the DJ to creatively shape the sound during live performance.  
It is important that a wide range of control is available without danger of signal 
overload during over-zealous performance. 

The 

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 stereo equaliser is a unique 4 band asymmetric design.  It is 

known as ‘asymmetric’ because the amount of boost and cut is not the same.  
Boost is restricted to a safe +6dB to highlight selected sounds while preventing 
signal overload and resultant distortion.  Cut is increased to a massive –26dB 
which completely sucks out the affected frequencies dramatically changing the 
effect of the sound.  This is almost twice as much cut as found on conventional 
mixers. 

Large, clearly spaced, soft touch knobs are provided for these important 
performance controls.  They are centre detented so that the middle ‘flat’ position 
can be quickly found. 

HI

   Turn this control clockwise to boost and anticlockwise to cut the high 

(treble) frequencies.  This has a shelving response with all frequencies above 
the 10kHz turning point affected.  Note that frequencies below 10kHz are 
affected by a decreasing amount.  Use HI to highlight or remove sounds such 
as cymbals or strings, or add sparkle to vocals. 

MID 1

   This has a bell shaped peak/dip response that affects the mid 

frequencies centred around 1kHz.  It is most effective in highlighting or 
removing the intelligibility of vocals, lead synth, the warmth of strings and so on. 

MID 2

   This is similar to MID 1 but affects the lower mid frequencies centred 

around 250Hz.  It can drastically alter the ‘texture’ of the bass sound.  Boost 
gives a hard edge to bass frequencies, useful for Techno style music.  Cut gives 
a soft deep Dub sound bass, great for Garage or Drum and Bass.  Cutting HI, 
MID 1 and MID 2 together leaves just the bass line. 

LO

   Turn this control clockwise to boost and anticlockwise to cut the low (bass) 

frequencies.  This has a shelving response with all frequencies below the 
100Hz turning point affected.  Note that frequencies above 100Hz are affected 
but by a decreasing amount.  Use LO boost to enhance low end punch, and cut 
to completely remove all low bass.  Use with MID 2 to alter the bass sound of a 
track. 

EQ ON

   Press to route the signal through the stereo equaliser.  The switch cap 

illuminates to show EQ active.  This provides a useful performance tool to 
punch an EQ effect in or out. 

 

CUE

   Press the large CUE switch to listen to the pre-fader channel signal using 

the headphones or local monitor.  This does not affect the main outputs and lets 
you audition the signal to cue a track before you raise the fader and introduce it 
into the mix.  The signal level is also displayed on the console monitor meters 
so that GAIN can be accurately set to achieve the correct operating levels.  The 
switch cap illuminates so that you can see at a glance which channel is cued. 

METER

   A 4 led meter bar always shows the presence of pre-fader signal on 

the stereo channel.  Adjust the GAIN control for normal music levels averaging 
0dB with loudest moments re6.  Reduce gain if the red PEAK! Led 
flashes. 

FADER

   A 60mm stereo fader adjusts the level of the channel signal and 

provides a clear visual indication of its contribution to the mix.  It does not affect 
the pre-fade AUX sends. The ‘0’ mark at the top of its travel indicates normal 
operating position. 

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Страница 1: ...USER GUIDE Publication AP4147...

Страница 2: ...s product has been manufactured in the UK by ALLEN HEATH and is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for period of one year from the date of purchase by the original owner To...

Страница 3: ...not remove or tamper with the ground connection in the power cord Water and moisture To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose the console to rain or moisture or use it in damp or wet...

Страница 4: ...to the controls and cosmetics avoid placing heavy objects on the control surface scratching the surface with sharp objects or rough handling and vibration Environment Protect from excessive dirt dust...

Страница 5: ...oved dealers and service agents You can also access our Web site on the Internet for information on our product range assistance with your technical queries or simply to chat about matters audio To he...

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Страница 7: ...for stage reverb returns or sub inputs Or it can be configured as an external monitor source VCA Crossfader Uses a DC voltage to control the audio meaning no clicks bangs or crackles as the fader wear...

Страница 8: ...S N TRS jack 83dBu 83dB S N RCA phono 91dBu 83dB S N Power Supply Internal switch mode power unit with auto sensing mains input MAINS IN socket IEC 3 pin Power lead Country dependent with moulded main...

Страница 9: ...NPUT A STEREO INPUTS x 6 L SELECT RIAA CH 5 6 9 10 ONLY INPUT RIAA HF 4 BAND EQ MF1 GAIN EQ IN RING RETURN 0dBu RING INSERT 0dBu TIP TIP SEND LF MF2 MONO INPUTS x4 INPUT BALANCED GAIN TIP 2 PAD 30dBu...

Страница 10: ...nded for turntables with magnetic cartridges requiring RIAA equalisation Plug in the headphones You can plug into either the top panel or the rear panel socket Two pairs can be plugged in at the same...

Страница 11: ...ix1 output To hear the signal in the headphones press the MIX1 monitor select switch Make sure the other select switches are up as these will automatically override Mix1 if pressed Similarly any CUE s...

Страница 12: ...hange the filter type Press one or any combination of the large HPF BPF and LPF filter type switches to experiment with different performance effects For example pressing HPF and LPF together produces...

Страница 13: ...the two screws PRECAUTION Do not transport or carry the console with the locking screws removed Do not attempt to remove the connector pod from the console 19 Rack or Plinth Mounting Mount the consol...

Страница 14: ...also used to shield audio cables from external interference such as the hum fields associated with power transformers lighting dimmer buzz and computer radiation Problems arise when the signal sees m...

Страница 15: ...ignal cancellation effects For live work where long cables runs are required balanced interconnections should be used However interconnections between more affordable 2 wire signal ground unbalanced e...

Страница 16: ...antom power is selected Use 48V only with balanced microphones which require powering Note that harm will not be done to non powered microphones as long as they are balanced To avoid loud clicks alway...

Страница 17: ...rference rejection when connecting to 3 wire balanced sources using long cables The socket automatically grounds the cold input to accept unbalanced 2 wire TS jack sources To connect an unbalanced sou...

Страница 18: ...0 on the meters These outputs typically feed the main amplifier speaker systems or stereo DJ to large FOH console Mix1 can feed Mix2 by pressing a tamperproof front panel switch Typically this could p...

Страница 19: ...e more sensitive than others and can produce higher output levels To avoid damage to your hearing start with the PHONES level control at minimum and turn up only as much as is needed to maintain comfo...

Страница 20: ...ser can have on the sound The XONE 464 mono channel provides separate tone control over four frequency bands including two swept frequency parametric mids The frequencies in each band may be boosted o...

Страница 21: ...when working with radio microphones The pre fade sends are set post EQ post ON as standard These can be reconfigured pre EQ and or pre ON by resoldering internal links PAN Positions the channel signal...

Страница 22: ...crossfader Set the switch to PRE to send to monitors such as stage or remote foldback or recording cue The amount of signal in the monitor mix is independent of the fader movements That means that ad...

Страница 23: ...s similar to MID 1 but affects the lower mid frequencies centred around 250Hz It can drastically alter the texture of the bass sound Boost gives a hard edge to bass frequencies useful for Techno style...

Страница 24: ...ds are off if the signal is not routed through the crossfader An led above each side of the crossfader helps you visually check which channel is routed to which side CHANGING THE CROSSFADER CURVE Usin...

Страница 25: ...able Make sure you order the correct version The original model uses the Alps crossfader assembly XONE 464 Crossfader Assembly Part number XONE XFADER The revised model uses the Penny Giles crossfader...

Страница 26: ...ing the filters have a gentle roll off knee giving a subtle smooth response At the clockwise WILD setting they produce a resonant feedback boost around cut off resulting in some very dramatic performa...

Страница 27: ...minimum This can create an atmosphere of anticipation as the dance floor awaits the power of the beat to kick in BPF Press this switch to select the band pass filter Frequencies above and below the cu...

Страница 28: ...l Use a pointed object such as a pen to select the routing switches as required Monitor Only Input To return sources to the monitor selector for monitoring only With both switches in the up position t...

Страница 29: ...l leaves plenty of mix headroom MONITOR MIX2 METERS A pair of meter bars displays the level of the selected monitor source or CUE With all selector switches up these default to display the post master...

Страница 30: ...MONITOR MIX2 METERS A pair of meter bars displays the level of the selected monitor source or CUE With all selector switches up these default to display the post fader left and right output levels of...

Страница 31: ...feeds a booth speaker system The DJ may prefer to cue using headphones only MUTE Press this switch to mute the local monitor output The switch cap lights when the monitor is muted The headphones are n...

Страница 32: ...32 XONE 464 User Guide DANCE FLOOR...

Страница 33: ...the beat between tracks The local monitor output feeds high power booth monitor speakers so that the DJ can feel the music In this case the music only mix feeds these speakers with cue disabled to pre...

Страница 34: ...tes the local monitor as standard It can be reconfigured to attenuate the signal by 20dB by cutting a pair of track links on the right master circuit card Remote control of the MUTE function The right...

Страница 35: ...trol vocal microphone dynamics patch a COMPRESSOR into the mono channel insert Start with its threshold set to 0dB and ratio around 2 or 3 1 There are loud clicks when I plug microphones in Check that...

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Страница 37: ...XONE 464 CUE SHEET Photocopy and use to log your console settings...

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