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Qu Mixer Reference Guide AP9372 7b

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9. mm 1 Mose 90 5p 00005 5 oo 9 9 VO o o cCyeoooeoooooooooococco 5 00 D ow o OW Oo Qo o o o 6 o o 00000000 00 483 Qu Mixer Reference Guide Ventilation Make sure that air flow around the ventilation slots at the rear and underside of the mixer is not obstructed Keep these areas clear when flight casing installing or operating the mixer Note Blocking or obstructing the ventilation slots may cause damage to the mixer through overheating 30 40 ALUENG HEAT 78 190 c 43 rA Qu 16 Rack Mount Option A kit of parts is available from Allen amp Heath to mount the Qu 16 in a standard 19 equipment case Rack kit part number QU 16 RK19 Minimum rack space required is 11U Note Allow space for the connectors and cables at the rear The rack ears can be fitted without the need to remove the plastic side trims Simply secure
10. OdB OdB _ om a ee 2 2 Qu Mixer Reference Guide Jr There are 6 ways to access the DCA Groups 1 All Qu mixers provide DCA master controls in the Routing screen Mute DCA view Masters tab Press the Fn key to open this view Touch a Mute button to mute or unmute a DCA group Touch a DCA Level box and use the screen rotary to adjust its level Its value is shown in the box 2 The Qu 32 provides dedicated DCA fader control strips on its Master layer These provide direct access to the 4 DCA groups 3 The Qu Pac provides access in the Channel DCA Mute screen 4 You can assign any combination of DCA Masters to fader strips in the Custom Layer Do this using the Setup Control Custom Layer screen Audio USB Data Output Patch Utility Custom Layer SoftKeys Network MIDI 5 X 1 X 9 13 14 15 X X X X 17 21 22 23 X DCA1 DCA2 DCA3 DCA4 5 Assign and use one or more SoftKeys as DCA Group Mute keys Any DCA Group mute can be assigned to any SoftKey 6 Use the Qu Pad iPad app DCA Group strips The Mute key will flash red if the channel is muted by a Mute or DCA Group A short flash shows it is muted by the group only A long flash shows it is muted by its Mute key and a Mute or DCA group Start with the DCA Master level set to OdB At this setting it has no effect on the channel levels Raise or lower the master level to adjust the post fade levels of
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12. 17 Qu 24 AR2412 Access mic inputs near the stage Qu 24 000000000000000000000000 00000000009099900000000009090 090999999909099999999909 dSNAKE CH1 24 Outl 12 L 0000000000090 p 60000000 0990 6 6090000000000 AR2412 Qu 24 2x AB168 Expands with a second stage box to access all inputs Qu 24 0000000000000000000000000 9260 000000000 000000000000 1 8 CH17 24 9 14 511 3 dSNAKE CH1 16 Outi 8 000000 OQO C 6660060000 OOOO AB168 EXPANDER Qu Mixer Reference Guide AP9372 iss 7b 32 All inputs and outputs are available locally Qu 32 0900000000000000000000000000090990 0090 Qu Pac Same engine as Qu 32 but has 16 inputs and same outputs as Qu 16 available locally Use dSNAKE to access the others Qu 32 AB168 Digital snake for 16 mics on stage Qu 32 00000000000000000000000000000000 060000000000000000000000000000909960 0090 2 dSNAKE CH1 16 Out1 8 Qu 32 AR2412 AR84 Provides all 32 mic inputs near the stage Qu 32 00000000000000000000000000000000 GOOOQKOOOOOOKOOOOOOHOOHKOHOHOOOOOOOHOHOHOOOO LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Q dSNAKE CH1 24 Out1
13. Admin Full access to all functions This is the factory default and normal setting when User No Scene Profiles are not needed Admin can set the passwords and permissions for the other users Standard Operation only The user is locked out of setup Admin configures the channel mix access layout patching and scene range to be allowed for the day to day or guest operator Basic Faders and mutes only This is for very simple level control Admin can set access to none or a range of scenes for recall only Touch the Password box to enter a Password ect User Basic Faders and Mutes only User 1 automatically when the User Scene User logs in This PS You can assign a User Scene to recall User 2 Standard recalls when the User is User 3 Scene Range Basic Permissions FX1 Send FX2 Send changed not when the same user logs back in after power up You can restrict Standard or Basic user access to a limited Touch to log in as a different user Enter the Scene Range password if one is set The Basic User is given access to fader lisa Pre on Standard User Routing Screen Controls and mute control of the Routing LR mix only They Assign l recall scenes if a Scene Mix Key Access Range has been set The Standard User Mix2 Mix3 Mix4 Mix5 6 Mix7 8 Mix9 10 does not have access to any Setup functions and can be blocked Qu Drive Recording Cha
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16. delay feedback filter 1418 1 025 tap Y right tap feedback widt d i V Link H aj DELAY SEPARATION THICKNESS ADT Classic Qu Mixer Reference Guide The FX screen Press the FX key next to the Touch Screen to open the FX screen You work with the FX in the same way you would with a traditional outboard rack Start with an empty rack as shown here Each of the 4 FX has a rack slot Touch the tabs at the top to select each slot Library Press the Fn key to open the Library page Select Factory or User library and scroll through and select the FX type you wish to load into the rack The effects are arranged in types on the left with available presets for each in the right hand window Touch Recall to load the FX Listen to and experiment with the different presets and their parameters available FX types Reverb This is the most popular effect in live sound mixing The SMR Live Spatial Modelling Reverberator features 4 fully configurable spatial models Classic Hall Room and EMT plate Each of these use different reflection and decay algorithms to add natural sounding space to the dry signal whether subtle small room echo vintage vocal plate or a massive arena Reverb can make a vocal sound spacious and smooth in the mix or add body to an instrument such as acoustic guitar or flute There are plenty of factory presets available The 4 buttons at the top
17. 12 Stage Phaser Library 4 4 3 4 gt 3 4 0 3 4 63 0Hz 200Hz EXT 10 0kHz 0 0 dB 0 0 dB 0 0 dB 0 0 dB Library Qu Mixer Reference Guide Symphonic Chorus A faithful emulation of the 80 s classic chorus effect Simple to use and frequently requested The unit has just two controls Frequency and Depth controlling the rate and delay range of the stereo modulator The unit produces a rich lively and wide chorus sound with a suggestion of very mild phasing flanging Live engineers commonly use this for thickening vocals and strings and creating a spatial sound from a mono source This has led to two factory presets SymphonicVox and SymphonyStrings Flanger Qu provides three classic flanger effect emulations Ambient Vintage and Wild During research of classic pedal flangers we found numerous LFO modulators and stereo splitting techniques We implemented them all For classic deep flange set Stereo Split and Stereo Spread off pick triangular modulation Vintage type and adjust Depth and Regeneration Phaser A classic 12 stage emulation producing rich textured phasing with plenty of control You can control the number of stages feed forward and feed back and zero depth manual mode to manually sweep the Phaser using the offset control Gated Verb An accurate emulation of the popular 80 s Gated Reverb plus two other variants called Panned and Po
18. Some settings such as Qu Pad Custom layers and Qu You Group names and assignments are stored locally and remembered when the app is started More information Read the Help Manual by touching the button on the Login page for further instructions on how to set up and operate Qu Pad More information is available in the Knowledgebase and Digital Community on the Allen amp Heath web site Qu Mixer Reference Guide 74 AP9372 iss 7b Setting up the Qu wireless network The app sends and receives control data over a wireless Wi Fi network This requires a wireless router wireless access point connected to the Qu mixer Network port iOS device Qu mixer Qu Network port Cat5 cable Choosing a wireless router For best performance we recommend you use a dual band 2 4 and 5GHz wireless router wireless access point with auto channel selection A wireless router with auto channel selection automatically sets itself to an available or least congested channel when you power it up Setting up the Qu mixer Network The default setting is DHCP enabled This is recommended as it means that the mixer gets it network IP address automatically from a DHCP enabled router Go to the mixer Setup Network screen to check that DHCP is enabled If you choose to use manual network settings then you need to make sure that both the mixer and the router have compatible TCP IP addresses Setting up the wireless router The default s
19. amp Heath service agent for advice Power ON OFF switch Press to switch the mixer on Press again to switch it off Switching the mixer on Press the ON OFF switch The rear panel blue Power indicator lights The mixer takes just a few seconds to boot up It restores its previous settings LR mix is selected and its processing shown on the screen Note To avoid loud thumps do not switch the mixer on or off while the PA speakers are powered Always switch the amplifiers on last and switch them off first Switching the mixer off First select the Home screen Touch Shut Down to safely complete processes such as parameter storing and USB data transfer or recording Once complete press the ON OFF switch to turn the mixer off 14 AP9372 iss 7b 5 Connecting SNAKE Remote Audio The Qu mixer provides local sockets on its rear panel for all audio inputs and outputs It can also work with remote audio by connecting over a single cable digital snake to an Allen amp Heath AudioRack or to the Allen amp Heath ME Personal Mixing System 5 1 Connecting to a remote AudioRack The Qu can connect to an Allen amp Heath AudioRack so that the audio can be plugged into a rack on stage and routed to the mixer over a single Cat5 cable digital snake plugged into its SNAKE port ALLENSHERTH 5 L0 MEL V The digital snake dSNAKE provides a convenient single Ca
20. dSNAKE CH1 16 1 8 AB168 Qu 16 AR84 8 remote inputs Provides 4 outputs ideal for feeding a stereo PA and two monitors Qu 16 dSNAKE Qu 16 AR2412 Access all inputs and outputs near the stage ST1 3 provide stereo mic inputs dSNAKE 1 16 CH1 16 17 22 ST1 3 29 24 unused Outl 12 AR2412 OOOO dSNAKE CH1 16 AB168 Qu 24 All inputs and outputs are available locally Qu 24 0000000000000000000000000 Qu 16 2x 168 A second stage box expands the first to access ST1 3 on its first 6 inputs and provides more outputs Inputs 7 16 are not used 1 6 ST1 3 7 16 unused Out9 16 21 EXPANDER Qu 24 AR84 8 remote inputs Provides 4 outputs Qu 24 0000000000000000000000000 89 Qu 24 AR2412 AR84 Adds the ST1 3 stereo mic inputs near the stage Qu 24 oooooooooooooooooooooooo 9 S dSNAKE CH1 8 Out1 4 Qu 24 AB168 Digital snake for 16 mic inputs on stage Qu 24 dSNAKE CH1 24 Out1 12 0000 A EXPANDER 1 6 ST1 3 7 8 unused Out13 16 dSNAKE CH1 16 Outi 8
21. f Filter To Copy a Scene Press and hold the Copy key below the screen and then touch the scene to copy Now press and hold the Paste key and touch the scene in the list to paste to This copies the scene contents and name The Safes screen A Recall Safe protects all parameters for one channel Scene recall affects all input channels FX and mixes You can make one or more of these Scene Safe so that none of their parameters are overwritten by any of the 100 scenes For example walk in music and continuity microphone channels A blue dot o appears in the tab if one or more channels have been made safe Input Safes Make any combination of the sources to the mixes safe CH ST1 3 FX Returns Protects e Channel processing e Channel fader and pan e Routing and sends to all the mixes e Mute and DCA Group assignments Mix Safes Make any combination of the mixes safe Mix1 10 FX Sends1 2 LR The Qu 24 includes Safes for its Groups and Matrix mixes Protects e Master processing Master fader and balance Routing and sends from the channels Global channel send source Mute and DCA Group assignments 54 AP9372 iss 7b Filter parameters Inputs FX All CH ST FX Ret Groups Input patch Local SNAKE USB Preamps Gain Pad Trim 48V Pol CH ST process Gate PEQ Comp Dly Group processing not Qu 16 FX patch FX parameters Inputs FX Group Faders Pan Inputs FX Group Mutes Inputs FX Group Nam
22. remote control using the Qu Pad iPad app DHCP Enable this if the connected device has DHCP capability and is therefore able to automatically allocate a compatible IP address to the mixer This is the factory default and is the typical setting for connecting to a wireless router used to interface with an iPad IP Address Unit Name Subnet Mask For manual setting of the network address enter compatible IP Address Subnet Mask and Gateway settings Unit Name Enter a name with up to 15 characters to identify the Qu mixer on the network The default name is the model number for example Qu 16 or Qu 24 10 7 Control Setup MIDI The Qu mixer can send and receive MIDI messages for remote control of many of its functions It also provides MMC transport control from this page or assigned to SoftKeys The Qu uses two MIDI channels one for Qu mixing functions the other for DAW control using the Custom Layer USB Data 1 0 Patch Utility MIDI control available Mutes Faders and Pan Audio Group Assign not Qu 16 Mix and FX Sends Pan Assign Pre LR Assign Matrix sends Pan Assign Pre not Qu 16 Mute DCA Group Assign master Mute PAFL select Input channel source Preamp Gain Trim Pad 48V Insert In Out Input Polarity Gate PEQ Comp Delay Mix PEQ GEQ Comp Delay Scene Recall FX Tap Tempo MIDI Custom strips DAW control MMC MIDI transport control Bank Up Down DAW control Qu Mixer R
23. settings including Gate PEQ and Compressor They can also recall the Preamp settings such as Gain 48V and Polarity if you turn the Recall Preamp option on Recall these libraries while setting up the mixer before sound check When sound checking each instrument start by checking its preamp Gain and then dial in EQ Gain and Gate Compressor Threshold PEQ GEQ Gate Comp Libraries recall just their associated parameters and are intended to provide examples to demonstrate how the processing can be used with different instruments and sources Libraries starting with can give you a general purpose starting point PEQ libraries store and recall both the HPF and PEQ settings AP9372 iss 7b 8 7 Channel Routing The Touch Screen presents tabs to access the channel assignments and send levels when its fader strip Sel key is selected and the Touch Screen Routing screen is active The Channel Block Pan control provides quick access to the related mix pan setting for the channel The Fn key is used to access the Mute Group masters while in any Routing screen Touch Screen rm HIDE Sends Mix2 Mix3 Mix4 Mix5 6 Mix7 8 Mix9 10 LR Pre Pre Pre Pre Pre Pre a OA A Lever inf dB inf dB inf dB inf dB Press a fader strip Sel key E MIN Press the Touch Screen Routing key M Touch the tabs at the top of the screen Touch screen
24. 0 Both the number and name will appear in the USB list To Qu Touch to highlight a USB Scene to transfer Touch a Qu Scene to highlight the position to transfer to Once both are highlighted touch to Qu A confirmation box appears if you are about to overwrite an existing scene Once transferred the highlighted scenes increment ready to transfer the next if required To USB Highlight both positions as above Touch to USB to transfer Delete Highlight a scene in either list Touch Delete to remove it Scenes can be deleted from either the Qu or from the USB device 10 10 USB Data Library transfer Audio Scenes 2 1 Control Libraries PEQ 5 Banjo PEQ CHANNEL Qu Mixer Reference Guide Output Patch Utility USB Libraries 0 dBass 1 Banjo CHANNEL PEQ Individual processing and FX Libraries can be transferred between Qu mixers via a USB device key or drive plugged into the Qu Drive port Make sure the USB device has been previously formatted using the Qu mixer Utility Qu Drive Screen The list on the left displays a list of libraries stored in the Qu mixer The list on the right displays those found on the USB device Libraries are transferred as data files numbered from 0 Both the number and name will appear in the USB list To Qu Touch to highlight a USB Library item to copy to the Qu mixer Touch to Qu to copy the item Once
25. 12 C0000000 0000 900000028 000000000000 CH25 32 Out13 16 EXPANDER Qu 32 AR84 8 remote inputs Provides 4 outputs 000000090000000000000000090000006 0090 900999999999999999999 dSNAKE CH1 8 Out1 4 Qu 32 2x AB168 Add a second AB168 for 32 mics on stage Qu 32 Qu 32 AR2412 Access to 24 mic inputs near the stage Qu 32 000000000000000000000000000000 202 dSNAKE CH1 24 Outl 12 llooo00000 OOOO 000000000000 000000000000 Q AR2412 00000000000000000000000000000000 00000000909000999999999999999999996 0090 dSNAKE CH1 16 Outi 8 CH17 32 Out9 16 AB168 9099 9009 6666 6066 T EXPANDER Qu 32 AR2412 AB168 Access to all inputs including stereos Qu 32 0000000000000000000000000000 0090 dSNAKE 1 8 CH25 32 9 14 ST1 3 CH1 24 Out1 12 15 1 Leeooooooo00900 909090 2412 4 idi EXPANDER ME Pe
26. 14 15 16 CH9 CH10 CH11 CH12 CH13 CH14 CH15 CH16 18 Qu Drive r3 Stereo CH ST source Insert Sends Apply 19 32 Audio Control USB Data Output Patch surface dSNAKE Monitor USB Audio Qu Drive Multitrack 1 18 USB B Streaming 1 32 19 20 21 22 23 24 CH17 CH18 CH19 CH20 CH21 CH22 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 ST1 ST1 ST2 ST2 513 513 CH23 CH24 L R L n L R CH ST source Insert Sends Jata Output Patch USB Audio Qu Drive Multitrack 1 18 USB B Streaming 1 32 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 CH5 CH6 CH7 CH8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 CH9 CH10 CH11 CH12 CH13 CH14 CH15 CH16 17 18 Dri ju T CH ST source Insert Sends 19 32 M The following sources can be patched X Unassigned CH Mono channel Insert or Direct Out ST Stereo channel Insert or Direct Out FX returns 1 4 pre fader Group Insert or post fader Mix 1 10 post fader Main LR mix pre fader Main LR mix post fader Main LR mono sum pre fader Matrix post fader Stereo PAFL monitor Qu Mixer Reference Guide This screen presents the patching of the USB audio outputs This includes the Qu Drive Stereo Qu Drive Multitrack and the USB B audio streaming Note The Qu 16 provides 24 patchable USB outputs The Qu 24 and Qu 32 provide 32 USB outputs Qu Drive and USB B streaming share the same block of patchable tracks e Qu Drive Stereo Track 17 18 e Qu Drive Multitrack Track 1 1
27. Allen amp Heath product and the software within it you agree to be bound by the terms of the relevant End User Licence Agreement EULA a copy of which can be found on the Allen amp Heath website www allen heath com legal You agree to be bound by the terms of the EULA by installing copying or using the software Further information Please refer to the Allen amp Heath website for further information knowledgebase and technical support You can join our Allen amp Heath Digital Community to share knowledge and information with other Qu users General precautions e prevent damage to the controls and cosmetics avoid placing heavy objects on the control surface obstructing movement of the motorised faders scratching the surface or touch screen with sharp objects or rough handling and vibration e Protect the equipment from damage through liquid or dust contamination Avoid dust or small objects getting into the fader slots Cover the mixer when it is not being used for a long period e Computer and touch screen technology can be affected by extreme cold If the equipment has been stored in sub zero temperatures allow time for it to reach normal operating temperature before use at the venue Recommended operating temperature for Qu is 5 to 35 degrees Celsius e Avoid using the equipment in extreme heat and direct sunlight Make sure the mixer ventilation slots are not obstructed and that there is adequate air movement arou
28. Release sets how fast it stops compressing when the signal drops below the threshold For example adjust these to achieve a punchy dynamic sound or smooth out the response to reduce an audible pumping effect Two knee settings are available Hard Knee means that compression is applied at the set ratio as soon as the threshold is reached Soft Knee means that the compression ratio increases gradually from 1 1 to the set ratio as it approaches the threshold The curve illustrates this 4 Compressor types are available using the drop down menu Two Manual types allow user control of attack and release Two Auto types provide automatic control of the compressor dynamics Experiment with the effect of the compressor settings on different sounds Try to use compression only where it is needed and avoid compression in stage monitor speakers Mix processing The mix masters provide PEQ GEQ Compressor FX Insert capability and output Delay The mixes include Groups Mono and Stereo Mixes and Matrix To access the Mix processing press the Qu mixer master fader strip green Sel key or Qu Pac Channel screen select mix button Delay up to 170ms can be added to each mix output This is typically used to time align the PA to the acoustic sound from the instruments on stage or to align fill loudspeakers to the main PA Allow 1ms per foot distance as a starting point 32 AP9372 iss 7b Group not availab
29. Stereo Groups not Qu 16 Matrix masters cannot be assigned to Mute Groups Mix Sends Sends croup Assign Assigning one source to many Groups Press the source fader strip Sel key and select the Touch Screen Routing screen Open the Mute DCA Group Assign tab Use this screen to assign the channel to any combination of the Mute and DCA Groups DCA Grp1 DCA Grp2 DCAGrp3 4 On SoftKey A green tick next to a Mute Group button indicates that its master is available on a SoftKey e Assigning many sources to one Group UERGE Mute Group Assign DCA Groups Mute Groups On SottKey While in any Routing screen press the Fn key to open Grp1 DCAGrp2 DCAGrp3 m the Mute DCA view This opens the Masters tab The master Mutes and Qu Mixer Reference Guide DCA levels are accessed in this tab There are two tabs to access the group assignments 39 AP9372 iss 7b To assign Mute Groups Select the Mute Group idisse nomen Assign tab then touch the tab for the Mute Group you wish to assign To assign DCA Groups Select the DCA Group Assign tab then touch the tab for the DCA Group you wish to assign CH2 CH3 CH4 CHS CH6 CH7 CH8 CH10 CH11 CH12 CH13 CH14 15 CH16 CH18 CH19 CH20 CH21 CH22 CH23 CH24 All sources to that group are shown The larger Qu f mixers present two pages of assignments Touch the arrow button to navigate between the two page
30. The button code indicates dSNAKE device N C No AudioRack is connected Main The first AudioRack Exp The second Expander AudioRack The reset default patch is one to one mapping of dSNAKE to channel Note Qu Pac default patch is CH1 16 dSNAKE 1 16 and CH17 32 dSNAKE 1 16 Input patching can be changed and is stored in Scene memories Channel Preamp source Local red Gain Rear panel Mic Line sockets feeding the internal Qu mixer preamps These are pad less preamps featuring wide gain range dSNAKE yellow Gain Remote preamps located in an AudioRack on stage or other remote location and connected to the Qu dSNAKE port via a Cat5 cable The AudioRack preamps include 20dB Pad switching Channel USB source Qu Drive source blue Gain Stereo or multitrack playback from a USB hard drive plugged into the top panel Qu Drive port Provides a 24dB Trim control USB B source blue Gain Multi channel streaming from a Mac computer via the rear panel USB B port Provides a 24dB Trim control 28 AP9372 iss 7b CIS Insert LJ Pad 4 FX4 Inserted Delay Gain 0 0 ms Ducker j Insert FX4 Source FX Insert i FX4 Inserted Inserted d Ducker 2d Trigger source Qu Mixer Reference Guide The panel USB Select key in the SuperStrip switches between the current Preamp source Local or dSNAKE and the current USB sou
31. USB source screen Preamp only HPF In screen HPF only PEQ In screen PEQ only GEQ In screen GEQ only Gate In screen Gate only Comp In screen Compressor only touch Scene in list Scene contents To copy all processing for a channel or mix use its Sel key and then paste it to other channels using their Sel keys Note Copy Reset of all channel processing does not affect the Name Source Preamp Linking or Ducker settings To copy just one processing block such as PEQ use its In key or screen and then paste it to other channels using their Sel keys To copy levels and routing for a mix use its Mix key and then paste it to other mixes using their Mix keys Note Mix Copy Reset does not affect the Pre Post fader settings To copy a scene press Copy and touch a scene in the list and then press Paste and touch a scene position to copy it to Note The scene Name and its Filter are copied along with its contents To copy a scene filter press Copy and touch a filter to Copy and then press Paste and touch the filters of the scenes to copy to Note You cannot copy filters to blank scenes 44 AP9372 iss 7b 9 2 The Sel screens Processing and Routing GRD Pea O sa 34 arma 2 50kHz 10 0kHz 0 0 dB 0 0 dB FX Sends Mute Grp Assign Mix 1 Mix 2 Mix 3 Mix 4 Mix 5 6 Mix 9 10 LR m o m MEER g SER m Pre J Pre Pre Pre P
32. You can connect up to two AudioRacks via the dSNAKE Cat5 digital snake The button code indicates dSNAKE device N C No AudioRack is connected Main The first AudioRack Exp The second Expander AudioRack Touch a Channel box and turn the screen rotary to scroll through the dSNAKE socket numbers These relate to the AudioRacks currently connected or to the dSNAKE channels if no AudioRack is found Any AudioRack socket can be patched to any channel A socket can be patched to more than one channel A channel can only have one socket patched to it Touch Apply to confirm changes The reset default for the Qu 16 Qu 24 and Qu 32 models is one to one mapping of sockets to channels The reset default for the Qu Pac is CH1 16 dSNAKE 1 16 CH17 32 dSNAKE 1 16 This is because Qu Pac can be used as a stage rack with its 16 local inputs as the source to CH1 16 One AudioRack connected to its dSNAKE port could feed CH17 32 to provide the full 32 channels Input patching is stored in Scene memories Qu Mixer Reference Guide 64 AP9372 iss 7b 10 14 Patch Setup dSNAKE Out This screen presents the patching for the dSNAKE remote audio outputs These outputs can be mapped from any combination of Qu mixer output sources Audio Surface dSNAKE The following sources can be patched X Grp Mix LR pre LR post L R pre L R MTX PAFL Control USB Data Utility dSNAKE Monitor USB Audio Expand
33. a different user Example Admin User Engineer in charge of the installation Standard User Mixes live shows blocked from setup functions Basic User Controls background music only Qu Mixer Reference Guide 72 AP9372 iss 7b 13 iOS Apps for Wireless Control Two Qu apps are available from the Apple Store Qu Pad Engineer s live mixing control Qu You Musician s personal monitor control Qu Pad is an engineer s mixing tool giving you the freedom to walk the room or stage and control the sound right where it is needed Qu Pad gives you control of the live mix It is not for system setup or memory management which can be accessed at the mixer Qu Pad and the Qu console can work together to provide simultaneous control of independent functions for example one engineer using the console to mix front of house sound and another using the iPad to mix monitors on stage Qu Pad runs on all models of iPad running iOS5 1 1 or higher However the minimum recommended is iPad2 and iOS6 Current version tested at the time of this release is 1058 Note Current firmware supports up to two iPads running Qu Pad and up to 8 iPhones iPads or iPod Touch devices running the Qu You monitor app with a maximum of 8 iOS devices in total LR mix selected CH preamp shown Qu Mixer Reference Guide a Live mixing functions available Fader levels mutes pan Aux and FX sends routing and Pre Pos
34. and follow the instructions on the screen The driver is ASIO 2 2 compliant and supports standard WDM DirectX Windows interfaces including MME and DirectSound Note DAW Control is available only for Apple Mac computers It is not available for the Windows PC Utility Set the Qu mixer MIDI channel number Use the Setup Control MIDI screen to set the Qu MIDI channels Qu DAW control uses its own MIDI channel This is the next number up from that set for the other Qu MIDI messages Qu defaults to Channel 1 for standard messages and Channel 2 for DAW control Connect the Qu mixer to the computer Plug a suitable cable into the rear panel USB B port Set the Custom Layer for fader control Use the Setup Control Custom Layer to assign the faders 15 as MIDI strips MIDI Strip controls transmit and receive CC and Note on off messages Refer to the Qu MIDI Protocol Document on the Allen amp Heath web site for further information Mute key indicator Sel key indicator PAFL key indicator amp e Fader movement Lond mA A Los ln MA A mA ma DAW control MIDI channel 1 Select the Custom Layer BEESEREEEEEESS SED E HE Input Port Using DAW Control Mac computer only Install this on your Mac and follow the setup instructions in its Help Manual Mute Select DAW Control converts the Qu MIDI Strip messages into HUI or Macki
35. before using Qu Drive or USB streaming 67 AP9372 iss 7b 10 17 Utility Calibration Calibration Touch Screen Calibrate Motor Faders Calibrate Use the routines here to calibrate the touch accuracy of the Touch Screen and positional accuracy of the Motor Faders Follow the on screen instructions 10 18 Utility Qu Drive Qu Drive Format j File system OK Capacity 3 698MB Used space 3 399MB Free space 298MB Recording only supported for hard disks not USB keys Eg 71 71 71 E E ee tos gt 4 mec E a File system Unsupported please format Capacity Used space Free space Recording only supported for hard disks not USB keys O Format j File system OK Capacity 3 698MB Used space 41MB Free space 3 656MB Recording only supported for hard disks not USB keys Qu Mixer Reference Guide This screen lets you check and format a USB device key or hard drive for use with Qu Drive Once formatted you do not need to format it again Note Formatting the USB device will erase all current data on it If you want to keep this then make sure you archive the data elsewhere first For reliable performance you must first format your USB device using the Qu mixer Format utility Once formatted use this with Qu only Do not use the device for other applications Note Qu Drive audio re
36. buttons and use the rotary Press the Fn key to access the Mute and DCA Groups Pan The rotary Pan control becomes active when an input 00 16 Qu 24 Qu 32 channel Sel key is active Its function depends on currently selected Master Strip mix LR Channel main pan FX send Disabled Group not Qu 16 Channel main pan Mono Mix1 4 Disabled Stereo Mix5 10 Channel send pan Pan becomes a Width control when linked for two input channels Panning one to the left automatically pans the other by the same amount to the right Mix Sends FX Sends Gr or Channel Routing screen Adjust the channel Direct Output Trim from off to 10dB gain The Direct Outputs can be patched to feed the internal FX devices for example delay effect Fett tader send for a single vocal They also feed the SNAKE Monitor outputs ME Personal Mixing System and can be set as the CH ST channel USB source Follow mute The channel source for the Direct Outputs can be 1 5 Poli Next 16 changed on this screen This is a global setting affecting all channel direct outputs Typical Direct out EE m settings Post Comp FX send Post Delay Follow fader Follow mute Ducker Post Delay Follow fader Follow mute ME Monitor Post Comp pre fader Follow mute Qu Mixer Reference Guide 36 AP9372 iss 7b FX Sends Mute Grp Assign Mix 1 Mix 2 Mix 3 Mix 4 5 6 Mix7 8
37. copied the highlighted library increments ready to copy the next if required To USB Touch to highlight a Qu Library item to transfer via USB Touch to USB to copy the item to USB Once copied the highlighted library increments ready to transfer the next if required Delete Highlight a library in either list Touch Delete to remove it Libraries can be deleted from either the Qu or from the USB device 62 AP9372 iss 7b 10 11 USB Data Show transfer Audio Control USB Data Output Patch Utility Scenes Libraries From USB USB Shows Name touch to rename Grace Notes G1 1 Sound Eclectic 1 J 2 Cosmo NJar 13 Ashow stores Existing USB show Sree oe 3 Duncan Dis PP 4 dBs Avalon A Show stores the following Current mixer settings Mixer setup and preferences All Scenes All User Libraries MIDI channel number A Show does not store e Network settings e User profile settings 0 Lead Balloon 1 Carniva 2 Beach Hut Session Removable Disk 4 2 AHQU LIBRARY SCENES 3 sHOWS sHOWO000 sHOWO001 sHOWO002 USBMTK USBPLAY USBREC B E NVDATA DAT SCENEDOD DAT SCENEDO2 DAT SCENEDO3 DAT SCENE004 DAT sHOW DAT 4 Qu Mixer Reference Guide Qu mixer settings can be stored to a USB device key or drive plugged into the Qu Dr
38. devices running Qu You and up to two iPads running Qu Pad if that is also being used Qu You lets you Choose which Mix to control Select Mix 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 or 9 10 View channels numbers and names Assign which sources to access Sources can be CH ST FXret Grp Assign up to 4 group level wheels Use the Me group for your own channels Name each Group Control master fader and mute Control input send levels and pan Control master PEQ GEQ and Comp Rotate for portrait or landscape view E BE NH SIE HIE BJE CH10 CH11 CH13 CH14 CH15 CH19 CH21 a T BASS GTR1 KBL KBR CH20 MC SAX RUMP Using the Qu Pad or Qu You app Qu Mixer Requirements The Qu mixer firmware and Qu Pad feature release version number must be the same for example V1 6 firmware will not run with the V1 7 app However the maintenance version numbers do not need to be identical for example Qu Pad V1 70 would run with Qu mixer V1 71 Refer to the Allen amp Heath web site for more information and to download the latest Qu mixer firmware Set up the wireless network Connect and configure a suitable wireless router as described below Connect the iOS device to this network Start the app and log in to the Qu mixer The app opens in its Login page You should see your Qu mixer in the list if it is recognised on the wireless network Select this and touch Connect The app detects the Qu mixer model Qu 16 Qu 24 Qu 32 or Qu Pac
39. fade Sends to FX Inf and post fade Direct Out post fade mute trim OdB Mutes off Channel faders Inf FX return faders OdB FX send and Mix master faders 4dB LR master fader Inf FX Mix gt Return Qu 16 FX EMT250 Delay Qu 24 32 EMT250 Hall480 Dly ADT Audio Groups unassigned not Qu 16 Group and Matrix faders Inf not Qu 16 Matrix sends assigned post not Qu 16 Mute DCA Groups unassigned DCA Group masters OdB AES Alt Out patch LR post fade Qu Drive stereo patch LR post fade USB patch default with 17 18 LR USB CH ST Grp source Insert Sends Talkback unassigned HPF 120Hz Custom Strip unassigned SoftKeys Mute Groups 1 4 Channel names cleared Qu Mixer Reference Guide Reset Mix Settings A starting point for mixing This button in the Scenes screen 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 All parameters that can be stored in Scene memories are reset to a factory default Parameters that are not stored in scenes are not affected This reset does not affect existing scenes stored in the mixer If you want to keep your current settings then save these as a Scene before resetting the mixer Note This reset is not affected by the Global filter and Safes settings Touch and hold the Reset Mix Settings button for 1 second until the confirmation scre
40. hub can be plugged into any of these sockets 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 CH9 CH10 CH11 CH12 CH13 CH14 15 CH16 Qu rear panel dSNAKE port AR2412 MONITOR port AR2412 EXPANDER port AB168 EXPANDER port 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 CH17 CH18 CH19 CH20 CH21 CH22 CH23 CH24 25 40 Apply Cancel There are 40 Monitor output channels These can be patched from any input channels FX Groups Mixes and PAFL Mono CH and stereo ST channel sends follow the Global Direct Output settings Mixes are post processing post mute post fader Note Set the Global Direct Out source using a channel Routing screen Set pre fade post mute when working with the ME Personal Monitor System Qu 16 Reset Default Monitor Patch Qu out Mix3 Mix4 Mix5 L Mix6 R Mix7 Mix8 R Mix9 L Mix10 R Qu out FX1ret L FX1ret R FX2ret L FX2ret R FXSret L R Mix1 Mix2 3 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 5 ON gt Qu Mixer Reference Guide 66 Qu out ST1 L ST1 R ST2 L ST2 R ST3 L ST3 R FX1ret L FX1ret R Qu out Grp1 L Grp2 R Grp3 L Grp4 R Mix7 L Mix8 R Mix9 L Mix10 R Qu out Grp1 L Grp2 R Grp3 L Grp4 R Mix7 L Mix8 R Mix9 L Mix10 R AP9372 iss 7b 10 16 Patch Setup USB Audio 1 Output Patch Utility USB Audio Qu Drive Multitrack 1 18 USB B Streaming 1 32 1 2 3 1 5 6 7 8 CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 5 CH6 CH7 CH8 9 10 1 12 13
41. in the Setup Control Custom Layer screen to enable Custom Layer only This lets you choose which channels the user should have access to JL JS Se CH11 CH13 CH14 CH15 CH16 Qu Mixer Reference Guide 20 AP9372 iss 7b Mute key Press to off the channel audio signal This affects the send to all mixes including LR groups effects and stage monitors The key lights red when muted It flashes when muted by a Mute or DCA Group master Sel key select Press to access the Channel Processing Parameters can be adjusted using the SuperStrip controls The touch screen will display the settings and provide additional controls if either the Processing or Routing screen is active The Sel key is also used for Assign mix routing Hold down the Assign key and press Sel keys to assign channels to the mix currently selected in the Master Strip The Sel keys light green to show channels assigned to the selected mix Assign Pre Post fade sends Hold down the Pre Fade key and press Sel keys to toggle channel sends pre or post fader for the mix currently selected in the Master Strip The Sel keys light green to show channels set pre fade Copy channel processing Hold down the Copy key and press a channel Sel key to copy its processing settings Then hold down the Paste key and press one or more Sel keys to instantly paste those settings to other channels Reset channel processing Hold down the Reset key and pre
42. key Source page to choose either the local rear panel socket or a remote dSNAKE socket for each channel source Red buttons show local sources selected yellow buttons show dSNAKE sources dSNAKE inputs can be patched to channels using the Setup I O Patch dSNAKE In screen This means dict USS Sour B that any AudioRack input can be patched to any channel Sockets can be patched to more than one Nox 1 Scene 1 channel The reset default is one to one mapping of sockets to channels Note Adding an AudioRack does not expand the number of Qu channels available Outputs The Qu mixer outputs will appear simultaneously at its rear panel sockets and also at the sockets on the remote rack AudioRack output sockets are patchable Qu outputs can be patched to the rack sockets using the Setup I O Patch dSNAKE Out screen Qu Mixer Reference Guide 16 AP9372 iss 7b The Qu mixer has sockets for all its inputs and outputs on its rear panel and can therefore be used without any additional rack However if you wish to use a digital snake to connect remote stage audio to the mixer using a single Cat5 cable then there are several rack options available The following diagrams show suggested combinations Qu 16 All inputs and outputs are available locally Use on stage or with an analogue snake Qu 16 Qu 16 AB168 Provides a rugged digital snake and stage box for all 16 mic inputs and up to 8 returns Qu 16
43. level before the fader and mute control Pk Lights red to warn that the signal is too hot and gain or trim should be reduced It turns on 3dB before clipping to warn you before audible distortion Pk senses the signal at several points within the channel 0 Lights when the signal reaches nominal OdBu allowing a healthy 18dB headroom This is the normal level for mixing Sig Lights to show signal presence It turns on at 26dBu Fader Controls the level of the input channel FX or mix master assigned to it This can be the main channel fader or a send to an effect or mix depending on which Mix Select key is active in the Master Strip The faders can also control the Graphic EQ frequency bands while in GEQ Flip mode The range of frequencies accessed by the faders is highlighted in the touch screen and labelled at the top of the faders The centre flat position is marked on the fader scale Qu Mixer Reference Guide 21 AP9372 iss 7b 6 2 The Master Strip Qu provides a dedicated fader strip for the Mix Masters It presents the fader and controls for the mix currently selected using the Mix keys alongside The sends to the selected mix are presented on the channel faders They move to show the current settings This provides a very quick way to access each mix without the need to switch to the Masters layer Mute key Press to turn off the mix master audio signal The Mute key lights red when the audio is muted Sel ke
44. not being played or to turn off effects such as reverb when the performer is talking between songs DCA Groups A DCA Digitally Controlled Attenuator provides remote control of the levels of the channels assigned to it Unlike a stereo Group audio does not pass through a DCA Group Instead the audio levels are controlled at the channels by information sent from the DCA master The DCA master Fader adjusts the level of assigned channels at their channel fader point and before the Pan control This means that post fade levels to the LR mix and effects are adjusted Pre fade monitor sends are not affected The fader adjusts from fully off to 10dB boost A channel can have a maximum 10dB boost including its own fader and control from any assigned DCA group faders When a DCA fader is at its 0 position it has no effect on the channel levels This is the typical starting point when working with DCA Groups The DCA master Mute key behaves the same as a Mute Group master It affects all pre fade and post fade channel sends including LR effects and monitors DCA Mute keys can be used as additional Mute Groups simply by setting their master faders to 0 Examples DCA Groups provide convenient single fader level control of multiple channels such as drums backing vocals stage and radio mics The following sources can be assigned to Mute Groups Mono and stereo Input Channels FX Send masters FX Return channels Mixes 1 10 and LR
45. page This screen presents the controls for multitrack recording to and playback from a USB storage device plugged into the top panel Qu Drive port The blue Stop button lights if the USB device is recognised by the mixer The controls are disabled if not plugged in or recognised Multitrack Record vou can record to a USB storage device plugged into Qu Drive 18 Tracks Individually patchable sources Record format 48kHz 24 bit WAV file Data rate 144 KB sec per track max 4GB total Qu allocates a folder name QU MTnnn for each recording where nnn increments from 001 to 999 starting at the highest number 1 it finds on the device The tracks are named TRKnn within the folder where nn is 01 to 18 Note Use the USB storage device with the Qu mixer only Do not use it for other applications Format the USB device on the Qu mixer before starting to record Use the Setup Utility Qu Drive screen This clears the USB and sets up the Qu directory structure Patch the sources to be recorded using the Setup Output Patch USB Audio screen Touch a track box and turn the rotary to select the source Press the 1 Fn key to increment the assignments Choose the global source for CH and ST channels and the Audio Groups Arm the recording by touching the red circle Record button Touch the Play button to start the recording Multitrack Playback You can play back your multitrack reco
46. select keys can be configured to provide as much or as little control as the musician needs The 40 ME channels are mapped from the Qu input channel direct outputs FX and mixes to SNAKE Qu sends audio and stereo status information Channels can be chosen and grouped to ME 1 keys using the setup function available on the ME 1 mixer Multiple ME 1 mixers can be connected in series daisy chained by linking the output of one to the input of the next Alternatively they can be connected in parallel and powered over their Cat5 cables using a standard PoE Ethernet switch or the Allen amp Heath ME U hub The ME connects directly to a dSNAKE compatible port using a Cat5 cable Connecting ME to the AR2412 AudioRack ME 1 mixers a standard Ethernet switch or the ME U hub can be plugged into either or both the AR2412 MONITOR and EXPANDER ports Power unit GOX RENE pm al EXPANDER port Connecting ME to the Qu mixer ME 1 mixers a standard Ethernet switch or the ME U hub can be plugged directly into the Qu dSNAKE port if you are not using this to connect to an AudioRack Power can be provided over the Cat5 by the ME U or a PoE switch Daisy chain other ME 1 Find out more about the ME Personal Mixing System at www allen heath com Qu Mixer Reference Guide 19 AP9372 iss 7b 6 Qu 16 24 32 Operational Overview This section provides an overview of the Qu fader mixer layout and operatio
47. them to the base of the mixer with the 6x M4x8 screws supplied part number AB0332 using a T20 Torx screwdriver Secure the mixer in the 19 rack with 8x M6 screws with plastic cup washers to protect the mixer surface AP9372 iss 7b 15 2 Installing Qu Pac Fit the ears to the case using 2x M4x8 screws side Free Standing For operating while on a desk shelf or other flat surface Make sure the 4 rubber feet are fitted Allow space at the sides and rear for ventilation The mixer can be transported in a purpose designed padded bag or flight case Optional polyester Qu Pac padded carry bag AP9931 is available from Allen amp Heath Rack Cased For operating while fitted into a 4U space in a standard 19 equipment rack or flight case Choosing a shallow case with internal depth of 200mm 8 or more to allow easy access to the rear connectors The mixer front panel is angled upwards to allow easier access to the controls while in the rack Qu Pac is shipped with a rack ear kit to convert from free standing to rack operation To fit the rack ears Secure Qu Pac into the rack using 2x M6x16 screws AB0344 and plastic cups AB0345 per side If necessary remove the 4x rubber feet by prizing the central plastic grommet out using a small flat bladed screwdriver Note Allow adequate air flow around the ventilation slots at the rear and through the inside
48. zone feeds fill soeakers broadcast or local monitor The source to this output is patched using the Setup Output Patch Surface screen 2TRK out Stereo output on balanced TRS jacks for connection to 4 or OdBu equipment such as stereo recorders It follows the post master fader main LR mix Lamp Plug in a 4 pin gooseneck lamp to illuminate the mixer surface You can use any industry standard 12V 5W or lower power lamp We recommend the Allen amp Heath LEDLamp with built in thumbwheel dimmer USB B Type B USB connection for multi channel bi directional audio streaming between the mixer and a computer Follows the high speed USB 2 0 standard Refer to the Allen amp Heath web site for information on Windows and Apple Mac drivers available for Qu Network Fast Ethernet 100 Mbit s port for Cat5 cable connection to a computer for MIDI over TCP IP control of mixer parameters or to a wireless router access point for live mixing control using the Allen amp Heath Qu Pad app running on an iPad and Qu You personal monitoring app The Lnk indicator flashes to indicate network activity dSNAKE The proprietary Allen amp Heath digital snake connection for remote audio using an AR2412 AR84 or AB168 AudioRacks and for personal monitoring using the ME Personal Mixing System 13 AP9372 iss 7b 4 4 Powering up the mixer CAN ICES 9 LOMA ENGINEERED IN THE UK BY ALLEN amp MEATH LIMITED MADE Qu
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50. 16 and Qu 24 ST3 channel or to CH31 32 for the Qu 32 Download the latest driver from the Allen amp Heath web site Qu Mixer Reference Guide DAW Bank Up Down You can assign SoftKeys as Bank Up and Bank Down to scroll through the banks on the DAW when using DAW Control Mac computers only MMC transport Control Transport controls are available in the Setup Control MIDI screen These can also be assigned to SoftKeys for quick access Assign the SoftKeys using the Setup Control SoftKeys screen Stream audio to the computer Audio is sent via the rear panel USB B port Go to the Setup Output Patch USB Audio screen to choose which Qu outputs to patch to the USB stream The following sources can be patched X Unassigned CH Mono channel Insert or Direct Out ST Stereo channel Insert or Direct Out FX returns 1 4 pre fader Group Insert or post fader Mix 1 10 post fader Main LR mix pre fader Main LR mix post fader Main LR mono sum pre fader Matrix post fader Stereo PAFL monitor CH ST Grp source button Set this to Insert Sends if you do not want the input channel and group USB sends to be affected by the mixer processing EQ Comp Gate Delay This sends the raw Preamp and unprocessed Group signals to the USB stream and is the typical setting for live recording Set this to Direct Outs if you want the input channel USB sends to follow the channel global Direct Output option It also s
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52. 6 5 ST1 and ST2 Kensington stereo line in Lock Cable clamp dSNAKE remote audio Power On Off Network Mains fuse USB B streaming Mains power input 4 1 Local Input Connections Mono Line Input Balanced 1 4 TRS Tip Ring Sleeve jack input for plugging in line level signals such as multitrack players and radio mic receivers To work with unbalanced sources use a mono jack or link ring to sleeve within the TRS stereo jack Use DI boxes plugged into the Mic input for high impedance low level sources such as acoustic instrument pickups Microphone Input Balanced XLR input for plugging in a low level source such as a microphone or DI box 48V can be switched to the socket for condenser mics and active DI boxes that require phantom power Note To avoid loud thumps mute the channel before plugging in cables or equipment while 48V is turned on Stereo Line Input ST1 and ST2 balanced 4 TRS Tip Ring Sleeve jack inputs for plugging in line level stereo sources such as CD players The L input normals switches through the R input so that you can work with a mono source by plugging into just the L M input To work with RCA phono connections use jack to RCA converter plugs Talkback Input Dedicated balanced XLR input for plugging in a microphone to route to the mixes for the engineer to talk to the performers on stage Phantom power can be switched to the socket for condenser microphones Qu Mixer Refe
53. 7b Hold 184 ms Depth attack Release 20 0dB 106us 69 6 ms 1 1 Start Note The lower part of the to show signal noise level below 40dB Gate active GR Gain Reduction PEQ pm 200Hz 2 50kHz 10 0kH SS eo an Im dB 0 0 dB 0 0 dB 0 0 dB Librar You can turn the PEQ graph fill on or off using the Setup Control Preferences screen Qu Mixer Reference Guide Gate meter is a darker green m 3 4 m 3 4 n 3 4 3 4 Gate The Noise Gate can be switched in to dynamically turn off the audio when it drops below a certain level For example to reduce resonant decay of a kick drum or floor tom or hiss of a noisy keyboard Use the In key or screen button to switch the Gate in or out This is similar to inserting an outboard rack mounted device into the Insert socket on an analogue console channel Set Depth for how much signal reduction you want when the gate closes 20dB is a typical setting The GR indicator lights and red screen meter shows the amount of reduction when the gate is closed Hold sets how long the gate remains open after dropping below the threshold Attack sets how fast the gate opens when the signal rises above the threshold Release seis how fast it closes when dropping below the threshold Experiment with these controls to achieve smooth operation without a pumping effect HPF high pass filter The
54. 8 e USB B Streaming Track 1 32 Qu 16 has 24 There are two screens e Track 1 18 Tracks associated with Qu Drive e Track 19 32 The rest of the tracks for USB B Touch the lower left 19 32 1 18 buttons to navigate between the screens Touch a button and then turn the screen Rotary to scroll through the available output sources Use the Fn key 1 function to quickly assign strips in sequence Once you have chosen the outputs press Apply to accept or Cancel to discard the changes CH ST Grp source button Set this to Insert Sends if you do not want the input channel and group USB sends to be affected by the mixer processing EQ Comp Gate Delay This sends the raw Preamp and unprocessed Group signals to the USB stream and is the typical setting for live recording Set this to Direct Outs if you want the input channel USB sends to follow the channel global Direct Output option It also sets the Group sends to be post processing and post fader This is the typical setting for studio recording working with a DAW Note The global Direct Output option affects inputs and is set in the channel Routing screen Output sources are post processing post fader The USB Audio factory reset default patching varies according to Qu model All ensure that tracks 17 18 LR post fader for Qu Drive stereo recording The patching can be changed here to suit your requirements Note Set the USB Audio Patching
55. ALLEN amp HEATH T Y LOGIQ AH MULTITRACK RECORD PLAY 800X480 TOUCHSCREEN B APAD APP For firmware V1 7 Check www allen heath com for the latest firmware available Publication AP9372 Limited One Year Manufacturer s Warranty Allen amp Heath warrants the Allen amp Heath branded hardware product and accessories contained in the original packaging Allen amp Heath Product against defects in materials and workmanship when used in accordance with Allen amp Heath s user manuals technical specifications and other Allen amp Heath product published guidelines for a period of ONE 1 YEAR from the date of original purchase by the end user purchaser Warranty Period This warranty does not apply to any non Allen amp Heath branded hardware products or any software even if packaged or sold with Allen amp Heath hardware Please refer to the licensing agreement accompanying the software for details of your rights with respect to the use of software firmware EULA Details of the EULA warranty policy and other useful information can be found on the Allen amp Heath website www allen heath com legal Repair or replacement under the terms of the warranty does not provide right to extension or renewal of the warranty period Repair or direct replacement of the product under the terms of this warranty may be fulfilled with functionally equivalent service exchange units This warranty is not transferable Thi
56. CH14 Select Source Select the track to play back by touching the box You can choose a track from the Playback or the Recordings directory Touch Select to confirm Press the Fn key for options to choose playback mode Playback Mode Play Single Repeat All Repeat Single 48 AP9372 iss 7b CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH 10 11 12 13 14 15 Touch to select Track Options E 2 AHQU C LIBRARY SCENES SHOWS E 22 USBMTK Qu MTOO1 2 Qu MT002 Qu MT003 QU MTO05 Qu MT006 QU MT007 Qu MTO005 USBPLAY USBREC Note We recommend you transfer previous recordings to your computer and then reformat the USB device on the Qu mixer before using it for each show This will avoid potential audio skipping that may occur with some USB devices containing long recordings USB Data Output Patch Monito USB Audio Qu Drive Multitrack 1 18 USB B Streaming 1 32 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 CHS CH6 CH7 CH8 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 CH10 CH11 CH12 CH13 CH14 CH15 CH16 18 Qu Drive m ry Stereo CH ST source insert Sends GH1IS3 CH14 15 CH16 Select Source dSNAKE 1 0 0 005 QU MTO08 Qu Mixer Reference Guide Qu Drive Multitrack
57. Custom Layer Processing Processing CH ST Group FX param Mix LR MTX Names Faders Pan Mutes Names Faders Bal Mutes System Routing Mute DCA Audio Grps Mixsends FXsends MTXsends Mute DCA Grp masters Qu Mixer Reference Guide 55 AP9372 iss 7b 10 Touch Screen Setup Functions Press the Setup key next to the Touch Screen to open the Setup screens 10 1 Audio Setup PAFL ETE Control USB Data Talkback SigGen Additive GHD SelfollowPAFL TIT On PAFL follow Mix Output AFL unis Delay PFL Trim 0 0 ms 0 dB Input AFL SS NOX e Qu Mixer Reference Guide Touch the top tabs to access the different categories of setup function Touch the tabs below to open up the related options available Dimmer Hold down the Setup key and turn the screen rotary to adjust the screen and surface LED brightness The Qu mixer always powers up with full brightness Choose how you want PAFL to work Additive mode Select to listen to more than one channel at a time Pressing a PAFL key adds to the previous selection When off the mode is Auto cancel to listen to one channel at a time where pressing a PAFL key cancels the previous selection Input Output PFL pre fade listen Monitor the signal before the fader for example to check it and set its gain before you bring up the fader This is the default Input Output AFL after fade listen Monitor the signal in stereo after the fader and
58. Delay Mix strip Sel key PEQ GEQ Comp Delay Master Mix key Send levels Pans Assign touch Scene item in list Scene name and contents Note Copy Reset of Mix does not affect the Pre Post fader settings Custom Select keys 16 Sel keys can be user assigned for quick access to any combination of channels masters and DCAs For example assign only those that you are using for your show Space is provided for a label strip Assign these keys using the Setup Control Custom Sel screen SoftKeys 15 SoftKeys can be user assigned for quick access to various functions such as mutes tap tempo scene recall and navigation Qu Drive transport control PAFL clear or Talk Default is keys 1 4 assigned as Mute Groups 1 4 and key 15 assigned as Talk for talkback to stage Assign these keys using the Setup Control SoftKeys screen ST3 Input Convenient front panel stereo mini jack input for plugging in a local playback source such as an iPod phone or laptop Qu Drive USB socket For Scene Library and Show data transfer and also for stereo or 18 track multitrack recording direct to a USB storage device Note Qu Drive audio recording and multitrack playback require the USB storage device to support high sustained transfer rates Not all USB devices will guarantee flawless performance To find out more please refer to the Understanding Qu Drive and USB document in the Qu Knowledgebase on the Allen amp Heath web site P
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61. HPF is used to reduce unwanted low frequency sounds such as vocal popping wind noise and stage rumble Switch the HPF in using the In key or screen button Use the panel rotary or screen button and rotary to sweep the cut off frequency until you have reduced the unwanted sound The filter has a 12dB slope and can be swept from 20Hz to 2kHz The violet screen curve shows the resulting frequency response PEQ parametric equaliser The Parametric Equaliser allows tonal adjustment of the channel sound It provides independent control of 4 frequency bands each with three parameters that can be adjusted LF low frequency LM low mid frequency HM high mid frequency HF high frequency Gain Boost or cut frequencies by up to 15dB Centre OdB is flat response no affect Frequency Each band can sweep its centre point frequency across the full range from 20Hz to 20kHz This means you can overlap bands and have more precise control over problem frequency areas Width Each band has a bell shaped response The width of the bell can be varied from a very wide 1 5 octaves affecting many frequencies to a very narrow 1 9 octave affecting a small range of frequencies Setting LF or HF to widest position using the screen rotary changes its response to shelving Experiment with the controls to hear their affect on different sounds Switch the PEQ in or out using the In key or button to compare the sound It is better to cut rather
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63. Mix 9 10 LR Pre Gus Pre Jt L3 Pre Pre Jie Mute Grps Post Post Level Level gr Inf dB inf dB inf dB Inf dB lt n Mute DCA C Audio Mute DCA 35 Group Assign Gro Grp 1 2 Grp3 4 Grp 5 6 Grp 7 8 MEM NM MM Linde uw Cur 19 Poll gr gr Level ar E nf dB nf dB Inf dB dB Channel Mix Sends screen Use this screen to work with the sends and assignments from one channel to all the mixes Each send can be set Pre or Post fader It is typical to set monitor sends pre fade so that the channel fader does not affect the monitor mixes and to set effects and fill soeaker sends post fade so that their levels do follow the faders The channel can be assigned routed On or Off to each mix Touch the Level and Pan buttons and use the screen rotary to adjust their settings To work with the sends and assignments from all channels to one mix use the Qu 16 24 32 Master Strip Mix keys and the fader strips or the Qu Pac Channel screen and its Mix Select buttons Channel FX Sends screen Use this screen to work with the sends and assignments from one channel to the FX mixes These are for Mix gt Return effects such as reverb and delay The sends can be set Pre or Post fader but it is usual to leave these set post fade so that the effects follow the channel fader level Each send can be assign
64. Mixer Reference Guide ANTE OF COC ELECTRIQUE PAS CAUTION FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST or rne The Qu mixer has an internal universal voltage power supply unit This means you can use your mixer in most parts of the world without the need to modify the unit as long the local mains supply is within the range Mains Voltage 100 to 240 V AC Mains Frequency 47 to 63Hz Important Before starting read the Safety Instructions Sheet packed with the mixer These can also be downloaded from the Allen amp Heath website Also read the safety notes printed on the rear of the mixer AC MAINS IN Standard IEC socket for connecting the mixer to the local mains supply Plug in a mains lead with moulded plug suitable for your territory A suitable mains lead is shipped with the mixer Note Do not replace the mains plug or modify the lead in any way For your own safety and that of the operator and performers do not remove or defeat the ground connection A cable clamp is provided You can slot the cable into this or lock it in place To lock the cable use a star head Torx T20 screwdriver to refit the clamp around the cable Fuse Mains input fuse to protect the mixer circuits in the unlikely event of a failure or excessive power surge If you need to replace the fuse always use one of the same type and rating as printed on the rear panel If the replacement fuse blows then refer to your authorised Allen
65. Opens a tab where where you can block you can make combinations Scene list Scroll through combinations of parameters so of input and mix channels Name Touch to open scenes in the list that they are not overwritten safe so that none of their the screen keypad to The numberavailable when any scene is recalled parameters are overwritten edit the scene name depends on the range This filter affects all scenes when any scene is recalled sine to pi allowed for the current A blue dot o displays when PEL SA A red dot o displays when one or more parameters are one or more channels have blocked been made safe User will automatically store its contents Touch to highlight a scene ready to store recall or edit Scenes Global Filter A green tick shows that a scene has contents ETT stored Ban EN 12 Open Mic Hold the Copy key and touch a scene in the list to es copy its name he us highlighted in contents Hold Paste and touch other scenes to 15 Polly Store Touch to store paste it to other locations the current settings to the scene highlighted in the list Recall Touch to recall Note Stored contents are not affected by the Filter All current 5 um15 Polly Next 16 Abee dS Per Scene Filter Each scene has its own Clear Touch to clear the settings are stored The Recall Filter Touch to open its Filter page You name and contents of
66. Qu Series products comply with the European Electromagnetic directive 2006 95 EC Any changes or modifications to the product not approved by Allen amp Heath could void the compliance of the product and therefore the users authority to operate it Qu Series Reference Guide AP9372 Issue 7b Copyright 2015 Allen amp Heath All rights reserved ALLEN amp HEATH Allen amp Heath Limited Kernick Industrial Estate Penryn Cornwall TR10 9LU UK http www allen heath com Qu Mixer Reference Guide 2 AP9372 iss 7b IMPORTANT Read these instructions before starting Safety instructions Before starting read the Important Safety Instructions printed on the sheets 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 Firmware is updated regularly as new features are added and improvements made The firmware version current when this guide was released is noted in the Contents section The latest firmware can be downloaded from the Allen amp Heath website transferred to USB key and then loaded into the Qu mixer using the Firmware Update utility e Check the Allen amp Heath website for the latest version of Qu firmware Software licence agreement By using this
67. Shut Down Lock Surface change and set up User Profile view Meters and RTA and work with Qu Drive stereo and multitrack recording and playback FX View load and set up the 4 internal effects units The Back Panel view lets you patch each unit as inserted or send return These can provide reverbs delay and modulation effects types Scenes Name store and recall to from 100 Scene memories You can block selected parameters from scene recall by setting a global as well as per scene Filters You can protect selected channels from recall by making them Safe Setup Access menus to configure Qu Pac Includes PAFL options Talkback Signal Generator Custom Sel keys SoftKeys Network MIDI Output Patching and more You can transfer Scene Library and Show data to a USB storage device calibrate the faders and screen format a USB drive for recording and update the mixer firmware Press and hold the Setup key and turn the screen Rotary for the dimmer function to adjust screen and indicator brightness Copy Paste Reset keys These let you copy or reset processing or mix parameters To copy Hold down the Copy key and press the key associated with the parameters you wish to copy Then hold down the Paste key and press Sel key for processing or Mix key for send levels pan and assign of the channel or mix to copy to To Reset Hold down the Reset key and press an associated key Input strip Sel key HPF Gate PEQ Comp
68. Soft because they can be assigned to different functions by the user SoftKeys Networ Function Touch the box to open and choose from the list of available functions Touch Apply to confirm ETEO the changes V Note SoftKey settings are stored in scenes If you do not want these settings overwritten when scenes are recalled then block the SoftKeys item in the Global Filter Use the Scenes Global Filter screen i Unassigned The SoftKey does nothing Unassigned Channel Mute Assign any channel FX or EE MuteGroup mix Mute to a SoftKey Mute Group Becomes the Mute master for the assigned Mute Group This is the factory default setting for SoftKeys 1 4 Tap Tempo L R Tap Tempo L Tap Tempo R DCA Mute Becomes the Mute key forthe assigned DCA Group You could use these as extra Mute Groups if you set the DCA SoftKeys Networ MIDI master level to OdB Recall Scene Scene Store Current Scene Recall Go Tap Tempo Use the SoftKey to tap in the MEZZANINE Scene Recall Go V time setting for Delay FX Choose L R or Scene Previous L R both to follow the same tap PAFL Clear Recall Scene Instantly recalls the scene number assigned to the SoftKey ETTCICITM Scene Store Current Instantly stores the Set Auto Increment if you want to step current mixer settings to the last recalled through your scenes using a si
69. all sources assigned to the DCA Group DCA Groups can be used as additional Mute Groups when their masters are set to OdB Note If there is no signal when you raise a channel fader check that it has not been turned down by any DCA master it is assigned to 41 AP9372 iss 7b 9 Touch Screen Mixing Functions The Qu features an 800x480 pixel colour touch screen for quick and intuitive setup and control of the mix The Qu 16 Qu 24 and Qu Pac have 5 screens The Qu 32 has a larger 7 screen TouchChannel Touch to select each processing block Button Parameter box PEQ Sel screens Thres Ratio Gain Attack Release Option menu Status toolbar TT BE Curr 15 Poll Next 16 Abee Fn Copy Function key Manual Peak Auto Slow Opto PEQ Qu Mixer Reference Guide Reset Edit keys Screen Rotary Screen select keys Button Touch to select its function or change its state Some functions need be touched for at least 1 second to avoid accidental operation for example switching 48V phantom power or resetting the mixer These are marked Hold Parameter box Touch to change its value The box highlights orange to show it is selected and can be adjusted using the screen rotary Option Menu Touch to open a list of options available Scroll using the screen rotary and touch an item in the list to select it Several menu lists are available within the screens
70. annels on or off toa mix or set all sources pre or post fader using these buttons Mix Send settings Assign Pre Fade Output Balance d 41 RO All Post Channel Source Post EQ Mute pca Cur Post Preamp Pre EQ Post EQ Post All Cee Cur 15 P Mix Routing Select a mix master Sel key while the Routing screen is active to Adjust the Output Balance between Left and Right of a stereo mix or LR Choose the global Channel Source for the selected mix This is the point in the channel signal path that feeds the mix Choose Post Preamp if you want the sources to the mix to not be affected by any of the channel processing Choose Pre EQ for monitor mix if you do not want the channel EQ to affect the monitor Choose Post EQ if you want the EQ but not the compressor to affect the monitor Choose Post All processing for FX sends Mix to Matrix Sends The Qu 24 Qu 32 and Qu Pac include two stereo Matrix mixes These are not available on the Qu 16 The Groups Mixes and LR can be sent to the Matrix The sends to the matrix can be set Pre or Post the send master fader Each send can be assigned On or Off Its Level and Pan to the matrix can be adjusted here Matrix All Sends View To work with the sends and assignments from all mixes to one matrix use the Matrix master Routing screen Fn key Matrix View Touch a mix source box Use the
71. archive the Show on your computer we recommend you copy the numbered Show folder to a new named directory on your computer To use the Show again copy just the numbered Show folder back into the SHOW directory of the USB device Note Do not change the format of the Show folder Its name must have 8 characters SHOWnnnn where nnn is a number from 0000 upwards Note The Show name is stored within a data file in the numbered Show folder on the USB device The name is not part of the folder name It is held within the SHOW DAT file in the folder To view the Show name on your computer Open the numbered Show folder and find its SHOW DAT text file at the end of the list Open the file to view the Show name Do not edit the file 63 AP9372 iss 7b 10 12 Patch Setup Surface Use this screen to patch signals to Audio Control USB Data TUM the rear panel Alt Out and AES Surface dSNAKE Monitor USB Audio outputs Touch a box to open up the list of available options Changes are Papa AE applied instantly You can also touch outside the list to exit Alt Out Choose the source for the rear panel stereo Alt Out jacks AES Out Choose the source for the rear panel AES digital output The reset default for both is LR post fade Group and Matrix outputs are not available on the Qu 16 10 13 Patch dSNAKE In Use this screen to patch AudioRack input sockets to the Qu input channels
72. control the main parameters if you wish to make adjustments HF and LF cut shape the response and Expert opens up a host of parameters for fine control if you wish to experiment further You also have the 4 band PEQ available in the FX Return channel processing Delay Generates separate left and right tap delay outputs from the input Delay time can be dialled in using the screen rotary tapped on screen or tapped using a SoftKey The left and right delay taps can be linked to produce a mono effect Feedback adds regeneration for a repeating echo effect Set a short delay time around 80 to 160ms for the classic slapback effect ADT An Automatic Double Tracking module capable of creating short echo chorusing classic double tracking and slapback tape delay loops It includes a stereo width enhancer and auto panning within the stereo field The ADT is perfect for creating classic doubling effects thickening programme on stage or developing a stereo sound field as an alternative to chorusing Chorus Chorus derives from the late 80 s where different stereo field creation techniques influenced the sound of each chorusing unit Chorus recreates the classics using 3 stereo field emulations These emulations can be switched in any combination creating many different stereo fields 50 AP9372 iss 7b DEPTH CHORUS Back Panel view Mix gt Return V FX2 FX3 FX4 Back panel Library
73. cording and multitrack playback require the USB storage device to support high sustained transfer rates Not all USB devices will guarantee flawless performance To find out more please refer to the Understanding Qu Drive and USB document in the Qu Knowledgebase on the Allen amp Heath web site Once formatted on the Qu mixer use the USB device with the mixer only Do not use it for other storage and applications Plug in the USB device Wait for the mixer to read the drive The status window displays information about the USB device File system OK no need to format File system Unsupported you need to format it Touch Format to start formatting When complete wait a few seconds for the mixer to read the key If successful the status window will display Ok Note Do not remove the USB device or turn off power until formatting is complete 68 AP9372 iss 7b 10 19 Utility Firmware Update P ALLENAMEATM aJ 6 1145 45 14 e im joe 2 Audio Control Diagnostics Calibration Qu Drive Found V1 30 2857 Update Qu Mixer Reference Guide Firmware The Qu mixer operating firmware can be easily updated using a USB device key or drive Make sure the USB device has been previously checked and formatted to work with the Qu mixer If you need to format the device then use the Format facility in the Setu
74. creen menu structure The larger models add Groups and Matrix Other differences are shown here Qu 16 Qu 24 4 SoftKeys Shelf for iPad 2 Group masters 2 Matrix masters 10 SoftKeys LIS ALLEN amp HEATH np _ Clu c2 l t 16 fader strips 24 fader strips Extra FX Send and Group Mix selects LED colour strips to identify layer Qu Mixer Reference Guide 9 AP9372 iss 7b 4 Group masters Qu 32 Larger Touch Screen 2 Matrix masters 4 DCA Group masters ALLEN amp HEATH TE IM PEQ c 09 LIONE mwa a uos CHEN ji w rar n mr d ove L D E G a H n a n an pee tem rom ree feo E 1 2 Nem a SE 1a oc TIE t 0 32 fader strips Extra 2 Group Mix selects Qu Pac Qu Pac is the mix engine of the Qu 32 in a compact rack mountable format It has the same local connections as the Qu 16 and can be expanded to use the additional Qu 32 channels and outputs by adding dSNAKE AudioRacks It does not have faders and is intended for iPad wireless control However all channels and functions can also be controlled directly from the front panel using its to
75. cted The screen highlights the active range of frequencies Press the switch again to change range or return to normal mix mode The faders toggle between the lower and higher ranges of frequencies with a useful overlap The frequencies are shown on screen and marked on the panel above the faders The fader strip Sel key turns on when the slider is at OdB mid flat position while in fader flip mode Press a Sel key to return a slider to OdB The strip meters display the RTA of the current PAFL signal The dominant frequency peak band lights the red meters Select the mix PAFL key to view its RTA It is better to cut rather than boost frequencies when tuning speakers using the GEQ Qu Mixer Reference Guide 33 AP9372 iss 7b 8 5 Processing Libraries Banjo r Bass A P 5 1 Bass E2 Qu Mixer Reference Guide Channel Library Recall Preamp 5 Horn Keys r String V Choir V Speech Processing block settings can be stored as Libraries PEQ GEQ Gate Comp Channel Preamp Gate PEQ Comp Delay You can store up to 128 library items including all types Press the Fn key on the related Processing screen to open the Library page The Channel library is available from its Gate PEQ and Comp screens Channel Library This is available for the mono and stereo input channels Turn the Recall Preamp option on if you want to recall the input preamp settin
76. d AB168 remote AudioRacks please refer to their user guides Qu Mixer Reference Guide 6 AP9372 iss 7b 3 Introduction 3 1 Overview and Features Building on the heritage of the GLD and flagship iLive digital consoles the Qu presents exceptional performance together with an intuitive analogue style user interface with a motorised fader per channel knobs and touch screen total recall of all settings full input output and FX processing USB streaming and hard drive multitrack recording digital snake capability and remote wireless control using an iPad 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 Qu 32 Largest model with 32 mic and 3 stereo inputs Adds 2 more stereo Groups Qu Pac Rack mountable version of the Qu 32 without faders for iPad control Qu 16 Qu 24 Qu 32 and Qu Pac e 16 Mic Line channels e 24 Mic Line channels e 32 Mic Line channels e 3 stereo Line channels e 3 stereo Line channels e 3 stereo Line channels e 24 sources to the mix e 32 sources to the mix 40 sources to the mix 12 mixes 4 mono 3 stereo LR 12 mixes 4m 3st LH 12 mixes 4m 3st LR e 2 send buses 4 send buses 4 send buses 4 SoftKeys e 10 SoftKeys e 10 SoftKeys 24 out 22 in USB streaming e 32 out 30 i
77. e Control protocol Set the MIDI channel to be the same as the Qu mixer DAW channel For USB connection select MIDI Ports Select the MIDI Input and Output ports to be used LJ LE v 9 DAW Control MIDI Ports _ TCF QU 16 MIDI Out QU 16 MIDI In Output Port Qu Mixer Reference Guide Two squares in the status bar flash to display MIDI I O activity To check you are connected to the mixer the left square should flash when you move any Qu fader 70 AP9372 iss 7b Control Channel 2 MIDI Channel 1 Output Patch ri IKE USB Audio Qu Drive Multitrack 1 18 USB B Streaming 1 32 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 CH5 CH6 CH7 CH8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 CH9 CH10 CH11 CH12 CH13 CH14 CH15 CH16 18 rj Dni CH ST source Insert Sends 19 32 ita Output Patch USB Audio Qu Drive Multitrack 1 18 USB B Streaming 1 32 19 20 21 22 23 24 CH17 CH18 CH19 CH20 CH21 CH22 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 511 511 512 512 EIK ST3 CH23 CH24 L R L R L R CH ST source Insert Sends Local dSNAKE Global USB Source Next 1 Pre Show Mac Change this in the OS X preferences Go to Utilities Audio MIDI Setup Audio Devices select the Qu mixer and click on Configure Speakers Then assign stereo Left and Right to the required interface output From Qu Windows Driver version 2 20 5 onwards this audio returns to the Qu
78. e USB symbol is replaced with one or more icons to show the transport status of the Qu Drive Stereo or Multitrack playback and recording This shows Play Record and Pause Status Talkback A green symbol appears when the Talk switch is active This is helpful when the Talk switch Momentary Latch option has been turned off latched operation rb gr d Qu Mixer Reference Guide 43 AP9372 iss 7b 9 1 Copy Paste Reset keys 4 3 4 E 3 4 2 50kHz 10 0kHz 0 0 dB 0 0 dB Reset parameters Paste parameters Copy parameters All Processing Touch Qu Pac select button or press Sel key Ls 0 1 Current Mix LR Pan a n wW Mix Select LS Individual Processing Block Touch top section In button or press In key Q 3 4 2 50kHz 0 0 dB Mix Levels and Routing Touch Qu Pac Mix button or press Mix key Qu Mixer Reference Guide You can copy paste and reset blocks of processing mix parameters or scenes and their filters Copy While holding down the Copy key press touch the item you wish to copy Next while holding down the Paste key press or touch the destination Sel or Mix you wish to copy to Reset While holding down the Reset key press or touch the item you wish to reset to factory default The following Copy Reset is supported Input Sel HPF Gate PEQ Comp Delay Mix Sel PEQ GEQ Comp Delay Mix key Send levels Pans Assign Preamp
79. ed On or Off Its Level can be adjusted here Qu 16 FX3 and 4 do not have dedicated sends However you can assign any of the Mix1 10 buses to feed these To do this use the FX Back panel screen Channel Audio Group Assign screen The Qu 24 includes two stereo Group mixes and the Qu 32 and Qu Pac have four Groups are not available on the Qu 16 This screen lets you assign one channel to all groups To work with the assignments from all channels to one group use the Master Strip Mix keys and the Assign fader strip Sel keys 8 9 Working with the Groups not Qu 16 Each Group provides Stereo routing Source Assign to Group Master Fader and Mute Output Balance Routing to LR and Matrix PEQ GEQ Compressor Delay FX or Ducking insert Qu Mixer Reference Guide Mono and stereo input channels and FX returns can be routed to groups Group routing follows the channel faders and pan They do not have send levels You can use a Group to sub mix several channels for single fader level control or to process several channels for example Stereo drum sub mix Compressor over several backing singers Single EQ over several lavalier microphones Grouping signals for recording or ME monitoring Channels grouped for ducking For sub mixing Assign channels to the Group rather than LR then assign the Group to LR Access the Group masters using the Master Strip Mix keys 37 AP9372 iss 7b You can assign ch
80. eference Guide MIDI over USB The rear panel USB B port allows direct connection to Apple Mac computers running OSX 10 6 or later This carries MIDI and audio streaming USB B is the recommended connection for DAW and other computer based MIDI control Note USB MIDI is supported natively by the Mac so no driver is needed A driver for Windows computers can be downloaded from the Allen amp Heath web site MIDI over TCP Network The rear panel Network port is used for connection to a Wi Fi router to work with an iPad running the Qu Pad app The app uses these MIDI messages to remotely control the Qu mixer Alternatively the Network port can be used with a touch panel or other remote controller that allows configurable MIDI over a TCP IP port Note Qu currently allows only one TCP connection at a time over its Network port MIDI channel number The Qu uses two MIDI channels one for mixing functions the other for DAW control Choose and Apply the mixing function MIDI channel DAW control will use the next MIDI channel above that 60 AP9372 iss 7b 10 8 Control Setup Preferences This screen presents user preferences for the control surface Set these according to how you prefer to Audio USB Data 1 0 Patch Utility work Custom Layer SoftKeys Network MIDI Preferences These settings are stored with Show files They are not E stored in Scenes PEQ Graph Fill When turned On the processing Processin
81. elay Ducker FX Return 1 4 FX parameters PEQ Groups not Qu 16 Parametric EQ Graphic EQ Comp Delay Ducker Mix1 10 LR Parametric EQ Graphic EQ Comp Delay Matrix not Qu 16 Parametric EQ Graphic EQ Comp Delay pui 8 3 Working with the Processing Press a fader strip Sel key The Processing Block controls become active for that channel Press the Processing key to work with the parameters on the Touch Screen E ES lt 4 Touch the top part of the Touch Screen to open the tabs for the available processing blocks 0 0 dB ERI 4 3 dB 0 0 d8 View values in the lower part of the screen Touch screen buttons and use the screen rotary to adjust parameter values Press the Library Fn key to open and close the related User Library Store your own settings Library page Factory Library Provides a starting Use the left hand list for individual processing libraries point for mixing or the right hand list for complete input channel processing libraries including the preamp Store Touch Store New Enter a name using the screen keypad to store a new User Library You can store up to 128 Libraries Recall Highlight a library item and touch Recall to instantly recall its settings Turn on Recall Preamp if you want to recall the preamp settings Edit Highlight a library item and touch Overwrite to overwrite an existin
82. emote Qu Pac AP9933 audio AH8823 2m 6 6 short patch AH9651 20m 66 coil AH9981 50m 165 drum AH9650 100m 330 drum Qu Pad app for iPad Qu You app for iOS devices Available from the Apple Store ME Personal Mixing System iud PP ME 1 Personal Mixer ME U 10 port PoE hub iM Full mix control Personal monitoring REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT online at www allen heath com register Qu Mixer Reference Guide 4 AP9372 iss 7b 2 N 10 Contents Packed CONONIS TE UTR 4 COMEM S eresie 5 eus oeer T E O N EO EE EOE ere 7 3 1 Overview and Features c cccccceecccececeeececuceceucecsueeesaueeseueessaeesseeesauseseasessueeesaueeseusessueessaees 7 3 2 System Architecture and Processing 8 3 3 Differences between the Qu 4 9 Connection OW CIVIC W C 12 4 1 CONNEC HO EOD 12 4 2 Local Output CONMECUONS 13 4 3 Er CONNEC m tom 13 4 4 Powering up the MIXED cccccccceeeceeccceeeceeeceueecececaueceueesaeeseueceueesseecauecsueesseeseeeseueeseeeseeesaass 14 Connecting dSNAKE Remote Audio essssessessssseseeeee nennen nennen nnne nnne nnne nnn nns 15 5 1 Connecting to a remote
83. en appears Touch Yes to reset the mixer or No to exit without resetting This resets the board ready for mixing e All preamps are patched and have nominal mic gain set and phantom power switched off a good start for vocal microphones All EQ is switched in and set flat ready to start adjusting tone Gates and compressors are switched out but have their parameters set ready for being switched in for applications such as drum gating and vocal compression Channels are assigned to the mixes and FX with their faders and send levels turned down ready to start dialling into the mix The mixes are set pre fade and sourced post EQ pre compressor ready to be used as monitor sends a common application for the mixes The FX master and return faders are turned up and default reverbs and delay patched ready for you to hear the effects as soon as you raise a channel send e The Mix master faders are turned up ready to hear sound when you raise a channel send The main LR master is turned down to avoid unexpected loud level in the PA The Groups are unassigned and their master faders turned down not Qu 16 e Matrix sends are assigned and their master faders turned down not Qu 16 Creating your own start settings vou can start by resetting the mixer and then editing the patching levels and parameters to suit your starting preferences Name and store this as a Scene for example Scene 1 Reset Boa
84. er act 1 2 3 MTX 1 MTX 2 MTX 3 L R L 5 6 7 Grp Grp2 Grp3 L R L Unassigned Group post fader Mix 1 10 post fader LR mix pre fader LR mix post fader LR mono sum pre fader LR mono sum post fader Matrix post fader Stereo PAFL monitor Qu Mixer Reference Guide The Qu mixer detects which AudioRack type is connected A Qu system can have up to two AudioRacks connected These are shown as dSNAKE The first main AudioRack connected Expander The second expander AudioRack dSNAKE outputs can be patched with or without physical AudioRacks connected All Qu mixer patching is stored in Scene memories The Reset Mix Settings defaults are shown below Qu 16 Reset dSNAKE Patch dSNAKE Qu out Mix 1 Mix 2 Mix 3 Mix 4 Mix 5 Mix 6 Mix 7 Mix 8 CONOoaBRWND Qu 24 and Qu 32 Reset dSNAKE Patch dSNAKE Qu out Mix 1 Mix 2 Mix 3 Mix 4 Mix 5 Mix 6 Mix 7 Mix 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 65 gt AP9372 155 76 10 15 1 O Patch Setup Monitor This screen presents the patching of the SNAKE 5 remote monitor audio outputs This allows the Qu USB Audio Audio Control Utility mixer to work with the Allen amp Heath ME Personal Surface dSNAKE Monitor Monitor mixing system Channel sends follow Global Direct Out settings 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 CH5 CH6 CH7 CH8 A 1 mixer ME U distribution
85. es Outputs All FX Sends Mix LR Matrix Input patch Output patch Sockets Qu Drive Mix process PEQ GEQ Comp Dly LR process PEQ GEQ Comp Dly Matrix processing not Qu 16 Master Faders Master Mutes Master Names Routing e Audio Groups Assign Mix sends Lev Pan Assign Pre FX sends Lev Assign Pre Matrix sends Qu 24 only Mute DCA Groups Assign Other e Mute DCA Group Masters and Names e Custom Layer Assign e SoftKeys Assign e System Talkback assign HPF The Filter screen A Recall Filter protects one or more parameter types for all channels A scene stores all live mixing parameters A Recall Filter can be set to protect block chosen parameters from being overwritten when the scene is recalled Each scene has its own filter You can choose to recall as many or as few parameters as you want for each scene For example you could recall just fader levels and mutes for a range of cues in a theatre show The Global Filter protects parameters from being overwritten by any of the 100 scenes A red dot o appears in the tab if one or more items have been blocked Filter parameters are grouped according to type and association with inputs or outputs Note The Qu 16 does not include Audio Groups and Matrix outputs Their associated parameters are not included in its filter Global Filter Recall Filter affects all Scenes Inputs FX Outputs Input patch Preamps FX patch Output Patch
86. esents an assignment button for each fader Touch a button and then turn the screen Rotary to scroll through the available strips Use the Fn key 1 function to quickly assign strips in sequence DAW control When working with a DAW Digital Audio Workstation it is typical to assign all faders as MIDI strips so that the Custom Layer can be used to control the audio tracks within the DAW Touch button 1 turn the rotary until it displays MIDI then press Fn key 1 to quickly assign the other strips for DAW control 1 2 3 4 5 6 j 8 MIDI MIDI MIDI MIDI MIDI MIDI MIDI MIDI 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 MIDI MIDI MIDI MIDI MIDI MIDI MIDI MIDI Turn on the Custom layer only option if you want to lock out the two standard layers and let the operator work with just the Custom layer Use the space provided to label the custom strips Send Master Master Master CH9 CH10 CH11 CH12 CH13 CH14 CH15 CH16 Qu Mixer Reference Guide Qu Pac Custom Select Layer The 16 Qu Pac front panel Sel keys can be user assigned to any combination in a similar way to the custom fader layer of the other Qu models This is a powerful feature for quick mixing from the front panel The reset default is CH1 16 assigned to the 16 keys 58 AP9372 iss 7b 10 5 Control Setup SoftKeys Qu 24 shown Qu 16 provides 4 SoftKeys The Qu 24 and Qu 32 provide 10 SoftKeys These are called
87. ets the Group sends to be post processing and post fader This is the typical setting for studio recording working with a DAW Note The global Direct Output option affects all inputs and is set in the channel Routing screen Stream audio back to the Qu mixer Audio is returned via USB B This is mapped one to one to the inputs channels Use the Preamp screen Fn key Source page to patch USB B to the channels Make sure you have set USB B Streaming as the global USB source Note Most DAWs allow flexible patching and routing of tracks to from any interface I O However if you using iTunes QuickTime or similar for playback to the mixer the stereo output will default to the Qu Input CH 1 and 2 You can change this manually on the Mac and use the latest version of the Qu Windows Driver on the PC 71 AP9372 iss 7b 12 Qu Pac Qu Control Screen Qu Control is a custom assignable screen available on the Qu Pac model only It lets you present just the few controls needed for basic operation For example to control background music source and level within a music bar It can be associated with the Qu Basic User with permissions set by the Admin user so that only this screen is available for non technical bar staff to adjust the background music Access to the live mixing and setup functions can be locked out for the Basic User Qu Control key Setup page Qu Control key Press to open the Qu Control sc
88. ettings of many routers are immediately compatible with the Qu mixer so you should be able to connect quickly However if you do experience difficulty or wish to change security settings then you will need to access the router setup utility To do this connect the router to a PC or Mac using a wired LAN network connection to access its setup menus Follow the instructions provided by the wireless router manufacturer Wireless router DHCP settings Make sure the router is set for DHCP so that it automatically allocates a compatible IP address to your iPad This is the default setting for most routers Wireless security To prevent other people accessing your Wi Fi we recommend you enable WPA WPA2 encryption A wireless key password will need to be assigned Make a note of this as it will be needed to log on to the network MAC address filtering is another method that can be used for security SSID This is the name broadcast by the wireless router to help identify it in the network list you will see in the device Settings Wi Fi page Positioning your wireless router It is important that your iOS device operates within the specified range and in line of sight of the wireless router Place it high up to avoid obstacles such as people and equipment Avoid locating it behind pillars or walls near metal beams or on top of loudspeakers Connecting to the wireless router Make sure the iOS device Wi Fi is turned ON in its Settings screen Choose
89. ey For example the Fn key provides quick access to the Libraries while in Processing screens Live mixing screens These screens provide quick access to live mixing functions such as level control and signal processing Qu Control User assignable custom screen for simple level mute and on off control A user permission can be set C Contre so that this is the only control available to the Basic User for example bar staff control of zone music source and level at venue Processing Follows the active Sel key or button to open the signal processing screens This includes the Preamp Gate Ducker PEQ GEQ Compressor Delay FX parameters and more Processing Routing Follows the active Sel key or button to open the routing assignment screens Channel Follows the active Sel key or button to open a virtual fader strip on screen This replaces the physical Channel faders of the other Qu mixer models It provides a way to work with the faders when not mixing using an iPad The Channel screen presents tabs and Sel buttons to access any Qu input or output channel and the DCA and Mute Group masters You can also use this screen to select a different Mix for example to adjust monitor or FX send levels Qu Mixer Reference Guide 24 AP9372 iss 7b System screens These screens provide access to the mixer setup Qu Drive recording and memories Home Pages of housekeeping functions including safe
90. eys Mute Groups DCA Groups Network Source CH1 32 ST1 ST2 ST3 USB Global Source Stereo Linking Parameters linked Link options Polarity High Pass Filter Insert Delay Gate Threshold Depth Attack Hold Release PEQ Band 1 Band 2 Band 3 Band 4 Bell Width Compressor Threshold Ratio Channel Direct Out to USB Source select global Insert Delay GEQ PEQ Band 1 Band 2 Band 3 Band 4 Bell Width Compressor Threshold Ratio Signal Generator RTA Qu 32 Mixer Desk mounted Packed in shipping box Unpacked weight Packed weight 100mm motorised 5 TFT 800x480 resolution 7 TFT 800x480 resolution 4 Qu 16 10 Qu 24 32 4 4 TCP IP Ethernet for MIDI and iPad app Local dSNAKE or USB Local dSNAKE or USB Local dSNAKE or USB Stereo Qu Drive or USB B Streaming Odd even input pairs EQ dynamics insert delay assignments sends Preamp polarity sidechains fader mute pan Normal Reverse 12dB octave 20Hz 2kHz Assign FX1 4 into Input channels Up to 85ms Self key Sidechain 72dBu to 18dBu 0 to 60dB 50us to 300ms 10ms to 5s 10ms to 1s 4 Band fully parametric 20 20kHz 15dB Selectable LF Shelving Baxandall Bell Bell Selectable HF Shelving Baxandall Bell Non constant Q variable 1 5 to 1 9th octave Self key Sidechain 46dBu to 18dBu 1 1 to infinity 300us 300ms 100ms 25 Soft Hard Peak Manual RMS Manual SlowOp
91. for example to choose a compressor type Screen Rotary Use this to change the value of the parameter in the box highlighted orange on the screen or to scroll through lists Apply Cancel Some setup screens present several parameters associated with one function for example channel linking These can be chosen before they are applied Touch Apply to accept the changes or Cancel to close the screen without accepting the changes Function Key The Fn key provides access to further options associated with the currently selected screen for example channel source selection and I processing libraries It is also used to access the Mute Group and Matrix mix settings If available its function n will appear in the lower toolbar above the key Press Thres Ratio Gain Attack Release 6 3 dB 2 6 1 3 0 dB 20 0 ms 250 ms the key again to close the option screen This example shows access to the Mute Groups screens from within a Routing screen 42 AP9372 iss 7b Status Bar This lower screen toolbar shows useful system information and is always visible Library Fn key function for example to show that the key is available to select E E a Library or Options page Curr 15 Polly Next 16 Abee Scene information Shows the number and name of the current Curr and next Next scenes Curr is the last scene recalled This is blank when the mixer powers up and only appears after a sce
92. g Screens screen PEQ graph displays a colour fill There are 4 colours which match the frequency bands The system reset default is the Fill option turned On Processing Screens Follow Surface When turned On adjusting a processing screen physical control rotary or key will cause the screen to open the related processing view This function is available only while the Processing screen is active This option is not available for Qu Pac The system reset default is the Follow Surface option turned Off PEQ gt 114 os EXT Q 486Hz 2 20kHz 6 62kHz 3 7 dB 10 1 dB 6 1 dB 9 3 dB Qu Mixer Reference Guide 61 AP9372 iss 7b 10 9 Audio Scenes USB Data Scene Transfer Control Libraries u Scenes 1 Start 3 Polly 5 Speaker test USB Data Shows 4 tog to USB p gt Output Patch Utility USB Scenes 0 Cosmo 1 Avalon1 2 Avalon2 Individual Scenes be transferred between Qu mixers via a USB device key or drive plugged into the Qu Drive port This provides a quick way to transfer settings without overwriting the current scenes and preferences Make sure the USB device has been previously formatted using the Qu mixer Utility Qu Drive screen The list on the left displays a list of scenes stored in the Qu mixer The list on the right displays those found on the USB device Scenes are transferred as data files numbered from
93. g library with the current settings or Delete to delete it from the list Touch the Name box to edit its name Qu Mixer Reference Guide 27 AP9372 iss 7b LEES 48V Hold _ Source Fn Select Source dSNAKE Patch USB _ 1 5 Choose either Qu Drive or USB This is a global control that affects all channels CATE Main f Main Main Main f Main H3 Hos CH9 Local red Gain dSNAKE yellow Gain Qu Mixer Reference Guide Preamp An analogue preamplifier head amp matches each connected microphone or line signal to the operating level of the console before it gets converted to digital to be processed and mixed with the other channels Source lets you choose one of four sources as the input to the channel Press the Fn key to open the Source screen Local Mic Line socket on the Qu rear panel dSNAKE Remote preamp from AudioRacks Qu Drv Playback from USB hard drive USB B Audio streaming from a Mac computer Touch the CH buttons to highlight those you wish to change Select the source from the list Input Patching dSNAKE sockets can be patched to any channel A socket can be patched to more than one channel Touch the Source page Patch button This isa shortcut to the I O Patch dSNAKE In page Touch a CH or ST button and turn the screen rotary to select the SNAKE socket number
94. gnal Adjust the send fader for the amount of reverb you want You can also send other channels to the reverb by turning up their send faders for example backing vocals and instruments e When done remember to return the faders to the main mix by turning off the FX1 Mix key or selecting the LR key e You can assign the FX sends or returns to a Mute Group if you want to be able to turn off all the effects with a single key for example between songs e You can assign a SoftKey as a tap tempo key for a delay effect This lets you quickly tap in the beat for a vocal delay without the need to open the FX screen Use the FX Library to recall different effects types and presets or to store your own parameter settings as User presets Listen to their effect on different signals and experiment with their levels and settings so that you can use them as a creative tool while mixing Qu Mixer Reference Guide 52 AP9372 iss 7b 9 10 Scene Memories Qu provides 100 Scene memories These store and recall a snapshot of all live mixing parameters Scenes have many applications They can be used to store settings for bands during sound check for recall before they take to the stage during the show Scenes can also be used for cue recall during theatre shows or to provide a known starting point for different events or users in a multi purpose venue The Scenes screen Press the Scenes key next to the touch screen Global Filter Opens a tab Safes
95. gs along with the processing This includes the settings for all its preamp sources Local SNAKE and USB Factory Libraries Built in libraries are available as examples or to give you a starting point for live mixing These cannot be deleted or edited User Libraries You can name and save your often used settings for quick recall User libraries can be overwritten renamed and deleted using this screen Library lists The left hand list displays related processing block libraries for example the PEQ The right hand list displays libraries for complete input Channel processing Note There is no standard setting for instruments in live mixing as many factors affect the sound for example the instrument itself its pickup the mic used room acoustics and more For this reason the Factory libraries simply provide a starting point or examples You can also save your preferred settings as User libraries 34 AP9372 iss 7b 8 6 List of Factory Libraries Comp GEQ Bell Shelf Banjo Bass A Bass E1 Bass E2 Drm KK1 Drm KK2 Drm SN1 Drm SN2 Gtr A1 Gtr A2 Gtr E1 Gtr E2 Horn Keys 1 Keys 2 Stomp String 1 String 2 Vox 1 Vox 2M Vox 3F V Choir V Speech Gentle Heavy Limit Bass 1 Bass 2 Vox 1 Vox 2 Vox 3 Wdg Vox Flat 4 0 5 octave Flat Shelving LF and HF Banjo pickup or mic Acoustic upright bass Electric bass Deep Electric bass Punch Kick drum Rock Kick d
96. hen the scene is recalled 4 Close the Filter page using the Fn key Qu Mixer Reference Guide 53 AP9372 iss 7b A Scene stores the following Preamp settings Channel processing and linking Channel patch and routing Channel sends Channel mutes Channel faders pan Mix processing Mix mutes Mix faders Ducker settings FX parameters Output patch Talkback assign and filter Mute Groups DCA Groups Custom strip assign SoftKey assign A Scene does not store PAFL settings Signal generator settings USB record playback settings Scene preferences User profile settings User preferences Network and MIDI settings Custom Layer Only option e Global Filter 9 Inputs CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 CH5 CHE CH7 CH8 CH9 CH10 CH11 CH12 CH13 CH14 15 FX1 Ret FX2 Ret FX3 Ret FX4 Ret Scene 11 Stored From Mem Global Filter FX1 Send FX2 Send Mix1 Mix2 Mix3 x Mix5 6 Mix7 8 Mix9 10 0 Q Qu Mixer Reference Guide Scene contents A Scene is a snapshot of the Qu mixer settings It stores the current layout and patch and parameters associated with live mixing It does not store user configuration setup preferences and functions not typically needed for live show recall Use the USB Show file function if you wish to archive the full Qu configuration and Scene Library memories Tooch Screen Scenes Global Filter iter 4 Filter Fiter f Filter o
97. hones Level trim and standard 1 4 jack socket for plugging in headphones to listen to the mixer PAFL monitor signal Alt Out Level control for the stereo alternative local output available on the rear panel The source to this output is patched using the Setup Output Patch Surface screen For example you could access a stereo Matrix output here Qu Mixer Reference Guide 25 AP9372 iss 7b 8 Processing and Mix Functions 8 1 Channel Naming Qu channels FX mixes and groups can be named using the screen keypad The following can be named Local N P 48V Hold Gai 28 dB Source DBPEPNDPPPIS Mute Groups DCA Groups On SoftKey DCAGrp1 DCAGrp2 DCAGrp3 DCAGrp4 L4 4 4 4 Th Ge M MEM Level gr Level orn dB E 24 0 Mute Grai ins DCA Groups On SoftKey Dea Grpi Grp2 P DCA Grp3 DCA m sends Qu Mixer Reference Guide Mono input channels Stereo input channels FX Returns FX Sends Mix LR Groups Matrix Mute Groups DCA Groups Channel names The name is displayed at the top left of the Processing and Routing screens The name can be edited from the Processing screen The pencil icon appears when the name is blank All names are cleared when the Qu mixer is reset or the Reset Mix Settings scene is recalled Touch the name box to open the screen keypad and edit the name Names can ha
98. itored using the PAFL keys It splits the frequency into 31 third octave bands from low 20Hz to high 20kHz the same frequencies as used on a graphic equaliser The dominant Peak Band frequency displays in red The RTA is a useful tool to help you identify problem frequencies such as room resonance and feedback The iPad Qu Pad app can also show a display of the RTA peak band most dominant frequency 9 7 Home Screen Qu Drive USB audio Note Qu Drive audio recording and multitrack playback require the USB storage device to support high sustained transfer rates Not all USB devices will guarantee flawless performance To find out more please refer to the Understanding Qu Drive and USB document in the Qu Knowledgebase on the Allen amp Heath web site User VIA CES Multitrack Touch to select Track Kezia P r Us Apart Options User Touch to select Track Kezia P r Us Apart Qu Mixer Reference Guide This opens screens associated with the USB stereo and multitrack recording Note Use the USB storage device with the Qu mixer only Do not use it for other applications Format the hard drive on the Qu mixer before starting to record Use the Setup Utility Qu Drive screen This clears the drive and sets up the Qu directory structure Qu Drive Stereo page This screen presents the controls for stereo recording to and playback from a USB device plugged into the t
99. ive port Data can be archived to computer and transferred between Qu mixers A Show stores all the Qu mixer settings and memories It is stored as a set of files in a numbered folder on the USB device Shows are not stored in the Qu mixer The Qu mixer displays a list of Shows found on the USB device Shows are numbered from 0 They can be named Both the number and name will appear in the USB list Make sure the USB device has been previously formatted using the Qu mixer Utility Qu Drive screen described later in this guide Store New Touch to store a new Show folder on the USB device This opens the screen keypad for naming the Show Recall Select a Show in the USB list Touch the button to overwrite the current Qu mixer settings with the contents of the USB Show A popup will appear Note If you want to keep your existing Qu settings then store these first as a new Show before recalling another Show Overwrite Existing USB Shows can be overwritten with the current mixer settings Touch to overwrite the highlighted Show in the USB list with the current Qu mixer settings Name Touch the Name box to open the screen keypad and rename the Show highlighted in the USB list The Show folder Each Show is stored as a set of data files within a numbered folder in the AHQU SHOWS directory The first show is numbered 0 Note Do not rename or edit the Show folder or its files If you want to
100. le on Qu 16 Insert switches an internal FX in or out if one has been patched into the mix The button is disabled when the insert is not patched The FX is inserted at the start of the processing before the EQ Use the FX Back panel screen to choose and assign one of the 4 internal FX as an Insert into a mix Groups allow FX or Ducker to be inserted Using the Ducker on a Group provides a quick way to set up multiple channel ducking as well as providing master processing and control for those channels The ducker works in the same way as that described for input channels above GEQ graphic equaliser The Graphic EQ is a popular tool for tuning out resonant frequencies in PA systems for example when ringing out monitor speakers The GEQ allows tonal adjustment of the overall mix sound It splits the 20Hz to 20kHz audio frequency range into 28 standard 1 3 octave bands from 31 5Hz to 16kHz allowing 12dB cut or boost Touch the screen In button to switch the GEQ in or out Touch a slider to highlight it and use the screen rotary to cut or boost its frequency This affects a small range of frequencies 1 3 octave wide centred on the frequency marked below the slider The position of the sliders shows the approximate shape of the resulting frequency response curve GEQ Fader Flip Qu 16 24 and 32 Press the surface GEQ Fader Flip key to view and adjust the GEQ on the faders while a mono stereo or the LR mix is sele
101. mware version e Current User The 4 Mute Group master buttons not Qu Pac e Shut Down button to safely shut down the mixer before turning power off Lock Surface to protect settings when the mixer is left unattended The password is required to lock or unlock the surface if one is set for the user The Qu Pac Home screen does not include the Mute Group master buttons These are available within a tab in its Channel screen 45 AP9372 iss 7b 9 4 Home Screen User Three User Profiles are available to protect selected functions and restrict user access for example for volunteer operators in houses of worship or guest engineers visiting venues The Admin user has access to all functions and can set permissions and allocate passwords if required for the other users Select User User 1 User 2 O Standard User 3 Basic Touch a User button to select a User Profile to edit or log in The Admin user can press the Fn key to open the Permissions page Access to mixes Allow or block access to the Mix key Pre Post and routing assignment Block access to the Sel key Routing screens Choose which mixes can be accessed using the Mix Select keys Allow or prevent the user being able to record the mix using Qu Drive Admin Password r User Scene Scene Range Sel This screen lets you log in as one of 3 Users with different permissions Setup and operation
102. n USB e 32 out 32 in USB 2 stereo Groups 4 stereo Groups 2 stereo Matrix 2 stereo Matrix All models e Extra stereo outputs AES digital Alt Out 2TRK out e Talkback mic input e dSNAKE Cat5 snake for remote audio using AR2412 AR84 or AB168 4 Mute Groups 4 DCA Groups AnaLOGIQ total recall analogue preamps 800X480 TOUCHSCREEN TOUCH CONTROL e Effects ported from flagship iLive console with dedicated return channels e Master strip for quick access to mix levels and processing Loca Input channel linking for stereo sources RECALLABLE PREAMP Input processing Preamp HPF Ducker Gate PEQ Compressor Delay Output processing PEQ Graphic EQ Compressor Delay 800x480 pixel colour touch screen for quick control e Motorised faders for sends on faders GEQ fader flip and mix recall Quick copy and reset of processing mixes and scenes e 100 Scene memories TUTOUTT Channel Safes Global and per Scene Recall Filters 4 FX processing and channel User Libraries Qu Drive for stereo and 18 track recording playback to USB hard drive USB streaming to from an Apple Mac or Windows PC computer Pero MIDI DAW Control driver for Mac converts to HUI or Mackie Control e USB transfer of Scenes Libraries Shows User assignable Custom Layer Qu Pad engineer s mixing wireless remote app for iPad REMOTE AUDIO Qu You personal mo
103. n to help you get started quickly The Qu 16 mixer is shown here Similar applies to the Qu 24 and Qu 32 Touch Screen SuperStrip TouchChannel Screen select Ss Preamp Parametric EQ Fader Flip PERSIESE Qu Drive Engineer s monitor Copy Paste reset Function key Fn Mix assign SoftKeys m we emt Layer select CL Master Strip Fader Strips Mix select Mix keys 0 0 0 0 6 HH NU 8 Channel select Sel key 6 1 Fader Strips _ gee ee ee eae aa 0000 The Qu mixer has a group of fader strips one per channel These provide access to the input and master channel levels and processing The main channel levels master levels and all sends to the FX and mixes can be easily viewed and adjusted using the faders The faders can also be used to adjust the Graphic EQ while in Fader Flip mode The faders are motorised and instantly move to show the current settings when the layer or function is changed Layers There are three Layers These provide access to inputs and masters as identified by the labels alongside the layer select keys Indicators next to the keys show which layer is active Press the lower key to access the mono channels Press the upper key to access the 3 stereo channels FX returns FX sends and Mix masters Press both keys together to access the user assignable Custom layer Note There is an option
104. nal is too hot and mix level should be reduced It turns on 3dB before clipping to warn you before audible distortion 0 Lights when the signal reaches nominal OdBu allowing a healthy 18dB headroom This is the normal level for mixing Sig Lights to show signal presence It turns on at 26dBu Fader Controls the level of the mix master currently selected There is 10dB boost available Normal setting is around the 0 position Mix Select keys These select which mix master is presented on the master strip Only one can be active at any time Press a key to select a mix The channel faders move to become the sends to the selected mix Channels can be assigned using the Sel keys Press the key again turn return to the main LR mix LR sets the strip to control the main LR mix This is the normal selection for mixing the FOH main PA sound FX sets the strip to control the FX internal effects send master The Qu 16 has 2 FX buses The Qu 24 and Qu 32 have 4 FX buses Mix Grp sets the strip to control one of the mono or stereo mix or Group masters Groups are not available on the Qu 16 The Mix key can also be used to copy or reset any of the FX and Mix send levels pan and assignments This does not affect the Pre Post settings Qu Mixer Reference Guide 22 AP9372 iss 7b 6 3 Working with the sends on faders e Select a Mix Press a Mix key The master strip presents the mix fader and controls The channel faders mo
105. nd the equipment e Transport the Qu using a touring grade purpose designed flightcase with adequate foam lining and internal support for protection e Clean the control surface with a soft brush and dry lint free cloth Do not use chemicals abrasives or solvents e t is recommended that servicing is carried out only by an authorised Allen amp Heath agent Contact details for your local distributor can be found on the Allen amp Heath website Allen amp Heath do not accept liability for damage caused by maintenance repair or modification by unauthorised personnel Qu Mixer Reference Guide 3 AP9372 iss 7b 1 Packed contents Qu Mixer Qu Pac Qu 16 24 32 Guide AP10025 or Qu Pac Guide AP9815 Safety Sheet Mains lead Check this Read this before starting is correct for your territory Options and Accessories available Remote Audio Racks Provides remote audio over dSNAKE Cat5 cable digital snake AR2412 24 Mic Line in 12 Line out AR84 8 Mic Line in 4 Line out Part GLD AR2412 Part GLD ARO804 MM LEDlamp AB168 16 Mic Line in 2 Right angled 4 8 Line out Remote XLR LED lamp with AudioRack built in dimmer Part AB1608 Part LEDIampX 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 9262 Qu 16 Part QU 16 RK19 AP9458 Qu 24 AP9639 Qu 32 Soft cover Polyester carry bag Cat5 cables Qu 16 AP9931 For use with dSNAKE r
106. ne has been recalled Next is the scene highlighted in the Scenes list ready to be recalled This information is useful when using the SoftKeys for scene recall during a theatre show Copied Mix 5 6 Proc System messages The scene information can be overwritten by system messages for example when using the Copy Paste Reset keys dSNAKE device status The yellow dS icon appears when an AudioRack device such as the AB168 AR2412 or AR84 is connected to the dSNAKE port and is identified as powered up and operational Note ME 1 personal monitor mixers can be used with the Qu mixer but are not recognised by the mixer The dS icon will only appear when AudioRacks are connected USB status A USB symbol appears when a compatible USB key or drive is plugged into the Qu Drive port and is recognised by the mixer The symbol flashes while the drive is being read If the symbol does not appear then the USB device may need formatting using the Qu Format utility USB format error This indicates that the USB device is not formatted or compatible with the Qu mixer Use the Setup Utility Qu Drive screen to format the device Always format a USB device on the mixer before using it for Qu data transfer and recording Note Formatting the USB device will delete any existing data on it USB buffer error A warning message displays if buffer overrun errors are detected during recording to a USB device Qu Drive transport status Th
107. ngle key scene This is shown in the Curr bar This recalls a scene then advances to the Scene Recall Go Instantly recalls the next available scene ready to recall it Scene shown in the Next bar when the key is pressed again For example step through your cues ina Scene Next Advances to the next scene in the list theatre show Auto increment skips blank Scene Previous Steps back to the previous scene scenes PAFL Clear Set a SoftKey to clear any active PAFL keys The SoftKey lights to show when a PAFL is currently selected TE Qu Drive Set SoftKeys as transport controls for QuDrive Stereo stereo and multitrack recording and playback Touch and scroll using the rotary to select the transport control required MMC Set SoftKeys as transport controls for MIDI DAW Bank Control Set SoftKeys as DAW Bank up down controls Talkback Assign a SoftKey as the Talk switch This is useful when using the Talkback function on Qu Pac which does not have a dedicated Talk key Qu Mixer Reference Guide 59 AP9372 iss 7b 10 6 Control Setup Network Use this screen set the TCP IP address for the Network port and the name used to identify the Qu mixer on the network 1 0 Patch MIDI It is important that the network address is compatible with the addresses of equipment connected to the port for example a laptop providing MIDI control of mixer parameters or a wireless router providing
108. nitoring app for iPhone iPad iPod Touch Compatible with the Allen amp Heath ME personal mixing system User Permissions to restrict operator access MIXING SYSTEM e Qu Control screen for installed sound control Qu Pac only Qu Mixer Reference Guide 7 AP9372 iss 7b 3 2 System Architecture and Processing The following diagrams show the Qu 16 Qu 24 and Qu 32 and the Qu Pac 1 0 inputs and outputs audio architecture and processing available The difference between the models and the routing capability of each processing section is illustrated Refer also to the more detailed System Block Diagrams at the rear of this guide Qu 16 SIGNAL FLOW dSNAKE Cat5 Digital Snake to AudioRack
109. nments to the LR and Mixes 1 10 on or off Assignment to the Groups and Matrix is not available on the Qu 16 Note To avoid noise in the system remember to turn the assignments off when you have finished using the generator Note The Signal Generator is disabled when Talk is active green T symbol in screen toolbar If you want to use the generator make sure that Talk is not active Qu Mixer Reference Guide 57 AP9372 iss 7b 10 4 Control Setup Custom Layer Audio Custom Layer 1 CH1 CH2 9 10 CH9 CH10 17 18 CH3 CH4 CH5 CH6 CH7 CH8 1 12 13 14 15 ST2 513 X X FX SLOT FX2net 19 20 21 The following strip types are available X CH ST FX Ret FX Send Mix LR Grp MTX DCA MIDI Unassigned Mono input channels Stereo input channels FX returns FX sends Mix masters 1 10 Main LR master Stereo Groups not Qu 16 Stereo Matrix not Qu 16 DCA Group master MIDI DAW control To select the Custom Layer press both Layer keys together The Qu 16 Qu 24 and Qu 32 mixers provide a custom fader layer The Qu Pac does not have faders and provides a custom Select key layer see below The Custom Layer can have any combination of channel FX master and MIDI strips assigned to its faders Faders can be left unassigned This lets you arrange the faders you are using for your show into one convenient layer or use the Custom Layer to control your Digital Audio Workstation DAW The screen pr
110. nnel Strip Access from certain mixes and routing control They have full access to Ao MM M Close Curr 15 Polly Next 16 Abee scenes within the specified range Custom Layer Only can be set to lock the user out of the standard Inputs and Masters fader layers Admin can assign just the required channel strips and therefore prevent the user accessing channels that should not be touched This is a powerful tool in customising the Qu mixer to suit the intended user and application Qu Mixer Reference Guide 46 AP9372 iss 7b 9 5 Home Screen Meters Qu Drive CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH 162 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Mix Mix Mix Mix Mix Mix Mix Mix FI 1112 13 14 118 15 11 This screen provides a convenient view of all channel mix and FX signal activity For optimum performance the loudest signals should read into the yellow If any red Peak meter flashes then reduce the level of that signal to avoid possible distortion Increase levels if the meter readings are consistently low The Qu 24 meters screen is shown here Qu 32 provides two pages of meters The Qu 16 does not include Group and Matrix meters 9 6 Home Screen RTA USB Audio RTA follows PAFL 31 BAND OCTAVE ANALYSER This screen displays a Real Time Analyser RTA which analyses the frequency content of the audio signal currently being mon
111. nputs Mix Masters LR post Output PATCH io Input CH1 32 ST1 3 PAFL Route to FX or Ducker Group 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 PAFL Route to or ucker pure 3 Virtual GRP rt Virtual Outputs TRIM POL Insert HPF 1 GATE PEQ COMP DELAY ypg FADER p ASSIGN UR Inset 1 PEQ GEQ COMP DELAY TE pai w i VW ir t4 sc L R FX Sends vV AE EA Le R PRE POST FX Sends Trigger f A m N SENDS D OUT trigger SENDS MTX Sends FX FX Send 1 4 Insert Return 1 4 PAFL Route to Mono 1 4 Stereo 5 6 7 8 9 10 Mix PAFL Route to Virtual Virtual ris Virtual wee Outputs us FX 1 4 PEQ kr A NS inser PEQ GEQ COMP DELAY FADER SENDS so SENDS FX Sends UT K edes oo HB MTX Sends R 1 Talkback TALKBACK 92 Main LR Len Route to M utput 7 GAIN HPF TALK ASSIGN a Virtual R Outputs n Insert PEQ GEQ COMP DELAY FADER WM 7 BUT PRE POST RTA PAFL MONITOR SIGGEN 2 E pues Sine GRP Pink LEV LR S MUTE M White ASSIGN MIX DELAY PFL TRIM PHONES JA Bandpass 1 2 3 4 PAFL Route to a OPAL viua Outputs aie Insert PEQ GEQ COMP DELAY ja FADER ma FK PRE POST SENDS 3 3 Differences between the Qu models All four models operate in the same way and have a similar touch s
112. nsure all your Qu mixers are loaded with the same version of firmware later Check the Allen amp Heath web site for the latest firmware available USB Audio A USB hard drive formatted on one model can be used on the other Stereo and multitrack Qu Drive recordings are compatible USB B audio streaming is compatible but note that the Qu 16 is 24out 22in the Qu 24 is 320ut 30in and the Qu 32 and Qu Pac are 320ut 32in Firmware Different firmware is needed for each model Choose either the Qu 16 Qu 24 Qu 32 or Qu Pac file when downloading firmware from the Allen amp Heath web site The firmware version number will be the same for each update that is made available The procedure for updating firmware is the same for all models Qu Pad and Qu You apps These iOS apps are compatible with all Qu mixers They identify the model and load the appropriate controls when you log in Note Make sure the app version and mixer firmware versions are compatible Qu Mixer Reference Guide 11 AP9372 iss 7b 4 Connection Overview The following connections are available on the rear panel of the Qu mixer The Qu 16 is shown here AES digital out Alt out Lamp 2Trk out LR main out Analogue Mix outputs Mic and Line inputs ALLUN amp HEATH Qu IS 25 ue16 1015 Line12 Line 8 Line 7 Line 6 Line 5 Line 4 Line 3 Line 2 wei Talkback on os Lh AES Mix outputs
113. oRack The AR2412 and AB168 AudioRacks include an EXPANDER port You can use this to connect to an AR84 or AB168 AudioRack Note The AR2412 AudioRack cannot be used as an expander in a Qu system Note You can connect up to two AudioRacks in Qu system This includes the main rack and one expander rack Once connected and powered up the Qu touch screen should 45 display the dS icon in its toolbar to show that one more dSNAKE devices are recognised by the system Qu Mixer Reference Guide 15 AP9372 iss 7b Available AudioRacks AB168 16 Mic Line in 8 Line out Floor shelf or rack mount The AB168 AudioRack can be used as a stage box on the floor or a surface or mounted in a 19 rack using the optional rack ears EXPANDER To connect to a second AB168 to add more input and output sockets Also compatible with the Allen amp Heath ME personal mixing system dSNAKE To connect to the Qu mixer using a Cat5 digital snake ALLEN amp HEATH AB1 68 AudioRack EXPANDER To connect to an AR84 or AB168 to add more input and output sockets MONITOR To connect to the Allen amp Heath ME personal mixing system dSNAKE To connect to the Qu mixer using a Cat5 digital snake AR84 8 Mic Line in 4 Line out Rack mount EXPANDER To connect to the Expander port of the AR2412 or connect directly to the Qu mixer via its SNAKE port Inputs Use the Preamp screen Fn
114. op panel Qu Drive port The blue Stop buttons light if the USB device is recognised by the mixer The controls are disabled if a USB device is not plugged in or recognised Stereo Record vou can record to a USB storage device plugged into Qu Drive e Format 48kHz 24 bit WAV file e Datarate 288 KB sec maximum 4 hours 4GB e Qu allocates a file name QU STnnn WAV where nnn increments from 001 to 999 starting at the highest number 1 it finds on the USB device 47 AP9372 iss 7b Audio Control Surface Qu Drive Multitrack 1 18 USB B Streaming 1 32 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 CH5 CH6 CH7 CMe 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 CH9 CH10 CH11 CH12 CH13 CH14 CH15 CH16 Qu Drive r1 Stereo 7 19 32 r CH ST source Insert Sends M 2 2 d 00 02 57 Remaining 00 21 51 Options Recording Errors A warning message displays if buffer overrun errors are detected during recording Try reformatting or using a different USB drive w Removable Disk F El 5 AHQU LIBRARY SCENES sHOWS USBMTK USBPLAY USBREC QU STO03 WAV Playback Qu Mixer Reference Guide Patch the source to be recorded using the Setup Output Patch USB Audio screen Touch the track 17 box and turn the rotary to select the left source Press the 1 Fn key to increment the right source to track 18 or u
115. p Utility Qu Drive screen Step1 Download the firmware Visit the Allen amp Heath web site and download the latest Qu firmware Choose the firmware for your Qu mixer model The file has a QUU extension and a name that includes the model and version number save the file to your computer For example Qui6UpatV1 23 4567 QUU Read the Release Notes available on the download page Step2 Remove previous Qu Firmware from USB It is important to remove previous firmware files as the Qu will attempt to load the first version it finds The firmware file is in the root directory of the USB device and has a QUU extension Step3 Copy the file to the USB root directory The Qu mixer will look for a valid firmware file in the root directory of the device Step4 Run the Firmware Update Plug the USB device into the Qu Drive port Open the Setup Utility Firmware screen If valid firmware is found its version number will be displayed on the screen For example Touch the Update button The update will start immediately The screen goes blank during the update For Qu 16 Qu 24 and Qu 32 models the Pan control indicators flash in sequence and for the Qu Pac the SoftKey indicators flash in sequence while the update is running After a few minutes the mixer will reboot Important note Do not remove power during the firmware update Do not remove the USB device until the update has completed The mixer restarts automaticall
116. pan so that you can hear its contribution and position in the LR mix Sel follow PAFL Link the Sel switch so that pressing PAFL automatically selects the processing for that channel PAFL follow Mix When turned on PAFL will follow the active Mix selected using the Master strip Mix keys This applies only if PAFL is first selected using the Master strip PAFL key Default for this option is On LR to PAFL Routes the main LR mix to the monitor when there is no PAFL selected PAFL Delay Delay the monitor to time align it with the acoustic sound from the source when the mixer is a long distance away from the stage Start with 1ms per foot PAFL Trim Attenuate the PFL pre fade signal by up to 24dB to match it with the average AFL after fade signal which is often much lower than PFL 56 AP9372 iss 7b 10 2 Audio Setup Talkback Set up and assign Talkback to talk to the musicians via Control USB Data outputPatch Utility their monitors or make announcements via the house PA mix sigGen HPF Dial in the High Pass Filter to remove low frequency pops and resonance while talking Factory default is 120Hz 48V Hold for 1 second to switch on phantom power Gain Adjust the talkback mic level Curr Next Assign Touch to toggle the assignments to the different mixes on or off Press the surface Talk key to talk to the musicians or house Active Talk is indicated by the green T icon in the lo
117. rce Qu Drive or USB B This key is not available on Qu Pac Phantom Power Turn on 48V if the connected device requires phantom power for example a condenser microphone or active DI box Touch and hold for 1 second to toggle on or off This prevents accidental operation Note To prevent audible thumps make sure the channel is muted before switching 48V on or off Do not plug or unplug sources while phantom power is on Gain Turn up Gain so that the average loud signal reads into the yellow of the meter Turn down if any red peak light flashes Polarity Touch to reverse the polarity of the input signal for example that of the lower mic when working with two microphones on a snare drum Delay Up to 85ms can be added to each input channel In most cases delay is not needed but can be useful in time aligning sound from the PA to the acoustic sound from an instrument on stage Allow 1ms per foot distance as a starting point Touch and use the rotary to set delay time Delay can be switched in or out Insert You can choose whether to insert either an FX or a Ducker into the channel signal path You cannot insert both Touch to highlight the selection knob and turn the rotary to select FX or Ducker The inserted device can be switched in or out Inserted FX Go to the FX Back panel screen to choose and assign one of the 4 internal FX as an Insert into a channel The FX is inserted after the preamp and before
118. rd 76 AP9372 iss 7b 14 2 System Hard Reset Hold for 5 seconds while powering up the mixer System hard reset Reset Mix Settings default as above Inout PAFL PFL mix AFL PAFL additive mode off Sel follow PAFL on LR to PAFL on PAFL trim OdB delay Oms Talkback mic gain 27dB Sig Gen Pink Noise unassigned Clears all scene Safes Clears all Scene memories Clears all Scene Filters Clears all User Libraries Resets all User Permissions Resets Network address to DHCP Resets touch screen calibration Qu Mixer Reference Guide A power up reset is available if you need to fully reset the Qu mixer settings and memories This could be done to clear the system out before sending the mixer to a client or if you suspect a system problem To reset mix parameters before starting a show or sound check use a Scene or the Reset Mix Setting function described earlier in this guide Note A hard reset clears all current settings all Scenes User Libraries and User Permissions First turn off the system including amplifiers and powered speakers To hard reset the Qu mixer Press and hold the touch screen Reset and Setup keys together and then power up the mixer Keep the keys pressed for at least 5 seconds while the mixer boots Release the keys The hard reset e Resets the current settings the same as using the scenes screen Reset Mix Settings button Resets non scene parameters and user p
119. rdings from the USB device plugged into the Qu Drive port Patch the playback to the input channels using the Processing Preamp screen Fn key to open the Preamp Source screen Make sure Qu Drive is selected as the Global USB Source Select USB as the source for the channels you wish to play back Select the recording to play back by touching the name box You can choose a folder from the list Touch Select to confirm Press the Fn key for options to choose playback mode EN j Repeat All Repeat Single Note Qu always expects 18 tracks to be present in the multitrack folder You can create dummy tracks by duplicating and renaming your files Note Choose to play back either Qu Drive stereo or multitrack It is not possible to play back both stereo and multitrack at the same time 49 AP9372 iss 7b 9 8 The FX Qu features 4 internal stereo FX effects processors Each can be loaded from a library of different effects types and presets These are the same as found in the flagship Allen amp Heath iLive digital mix system and are based on emulations of popular industry standard effects Factory Library B we s Factory Delays amp Arena 2 Modulators amp Chamber Large GatedVerb 2 Chamber Mid Chamber Small EMT Echo Front Panel view 5 12kHz 0 venecnaaTosbive 125 2 Predelay Decay Time HF Decay HF Siop Expert
120. re Pre Pre J j A Level Level Level Level Level Level Inf dB Inf dB Inf dB Inf dB inf dB inf dB A a M Mute Grps Scene 1 Recalled IE on an Processing Screen When selected this screen presents the processing including Preamp Gate EQ Compressor for the channel or master currently selected using its strip Sel key Touch the top part of the screen to select the processing block you wish to view or adjust for example Preamp or PEQ This section is known as the TouchChannel The lower part of the screen changes to provide access to the related parameters and additional related controls Touch a parameter box and turn the screen rotary to change its value The physical controls in the SuperStrip and the touch controls in this screen provide quick access to live mixing functions Routing Screen When selected this screen lets you access the assignment and routing for the channel or master currently selected using its strip Sel key This lets you work with routing to all mixes from one channel To work with all channels to one mix use the Master Strip Mix keys and sends on faders The Fn key provides access to the Mute Group masters and assignments 9 3 Home Screen BGs Qu Drive Firmware 1 40 Rev 3232 Current User Admin Qu Mixer Reference Guide Press the Home key Pressing it again restores the last selected Sel screen The Home tab presents e Current Fir
121. reen This presents buttons and level controls configured by the Admin user If none have been configured the screen will be blank Tabs allow access to up to 5 custom screens Touch a button to toggle its state Touch to highlight a level control and adjust it using the screen rotary Setup page Press the Fn key to open the Qu Control setup page for the currently active tab This is only available to the Admin User Functions can be assigned to up to 15 positions arranged as a grid of 3 rows with 5 columns If a position is unassigned then it will appear blank in the user screen Function Touch to open the Function list You can Destination choose mutes level or assignments On Off 55 associated with channels or mixes Send On Off Radio lets you assign a selection of buttons to operate in radio mode where n pressing one will turn the others off Touch and spin the rotary to scroll through the channels or mixes Once you have finished assigning the screen press Apply to save and exit or Cancel to exit without saving Note Qu Control settings are stored to USB device as part of the Show file They are not stored in Scene memories User Permissions Three user profiles are available The Admin User can set access for the Standard and Basic Users Various parameters can be blocked and passwords can be set Go to the Home User screen to set user permissions or log in as
122. references to a factory default e Clears scene recall Safes and Filters e Clears all memories including Scenes User Libraries and User Permissions e Resets the Network IP address and the touch Screen calibration 77 AP9372 iss 7b Qu 16 440 Qu 24 632 15 Specifications 15 1 Installing Qu 16 Qu 24 Qu 3200 S 15 1 Installing Qu 16 Qu 24 Qu 32 The following provides information for mixer 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 B WW NE NE WE NN WENN WE A VN A Qu 32 850mm 471 OOO 5 0 C C OO DODO 0 0 0 9 9 O 0 9 90 9 90 9 0 9 9 O O o oo 0 o o 00000000 00 6900006 2 1 gt 09000 Q 486 m Ej Ej Emm m gem Bot m Bee 2 8 00006 ES
123. rence Guide 12 AP9372 iss 7b 4 2 Local Output Connections Mix outputs Pin2 hot Qu Mixer Reference Guide Group Mix Matrix outputs Balanced XLR line level outputs for the mono and stereo mixes for example to feed monitor amplifiers external processing devices delay fill soeaker systems and recording devices These use low impedance high quality differential driver circuits for connection to 4 or OdBu equipment Maximum output is 22dBu Professional equipment provides balanced connections for maximum interference rejection over long cable runs If you are connecting to unbalanced equipment then make sure the XLR pin 3 signal cold is linked to pin 1 signal ground Main LR output Balanced XLR line level outputs for the main Left and Right stereo mix These typically plug into the FOH speaker processor amplifier or powered speakers AES out 2 channel digital output using a single XLR connection and standard mic 2 core screened audio cable It follows the AES Audio Engineering Society digital audio standard and can connect to any equipment fitted with an AES input socket The source to this output is patched using the Setup Output Patch Surface screen Applications include the feed to a PA speaker processor amplifier stereo broadcast or recording device equipped with AES input Alt out Stereo alternative output on balanced TRS jacks for connection to 4 or OdBu equipment such as
124. right of the screen to adjust its parameters Touch the buttons and value boxes and use the screen Rotary 8 10 Working with the Matrix not Qu 16 Each Matrix provides Stereo mixing Master Fader and Mute Output Balance PEQ GEQ Compressor Delay FX Insert Qu Mixer Reference Guide Source send Levels Pan and Assign A Matrix is a mixer within the mixer Channel inputs route to the Groups Mixes and LR These can then be routed to the Matrix to provide additional outputs for example e Stereo recording video or broadcast e Delay fill speakers Access the Matrix masters using the Qu mixer top fader Layer the Qu Pac Channel screen or assign them to the Custom Layer You can patch the Matrix to Alt Out AES Out and USB audio 38 AP9372 iss 7b 8 11 Mute and DCA Groups The Qu mixer provides 4 Mute Groups and 4 DCA Groups These let you control the levels of groups of channels or mixes Mute Group Provides a single master Mute key to mute or all channels assigned to the group This is similar to pressing the Mute keys of all assigned channels at the same time All channel pre fade and post fade sends are affected This means that sends to FOH LR mix effects and monitors will all be turned off when the assigned Mute Group is muted using its master key Examples Mute Groups provide a quick way to mute multiple channels during band changeovers groups of instruments when they are
125. rsonal Mixing System The Qu system can interface directly or via the ME U hub to ME 1 personal mixers using any available dSNAKE EXPANDER or MONITOR port Qu Mixer Qu Mixer Qu Mixer SNAKE AR2412 dSNAKE Qu Mixer dSNAKE AB168 EXPANDER QOO ME System 4 ME System ME System dSNAKE AB168 EXPANDER EXPANDER AAA OTL ME System Parallel connection ME U hub ME D Use the ME U hub ora A E ES ES ES ES ER AA 00000000 0 standard PoE hub to power and connect to several ME 1 mixers o ooo Q OOOOOOoD0 using individual Cat5 cables Qu Mixer Reference Guide 18 Daisy chain connection Connect to Link In of the first ME 1 mixer Connect its Link Out to daisy chain to the next Use the power units provided with each ME 1 mixer AP9372 iss 7b 5 3 The ME Personal Mixing System The Allen amp Heath ME Personal Mixing System can be used with the Qu mixer This provides customisable personal monitor control for individual musicians and performers on stage ME 1 personal mixer A compact personal mixer able to work with up to 40 channels Features built in headphones and monitor output Intuitive and easy to operate its 16
126. rum Jazz Snare drum Standard Snare drum Deep Acoustic guitar Mellow Acoustic guitar Bright Electric guitar Mellow Electric guitar Bright Brass instrument Sax Keyboard Full Keyboard Tight Foot stomp box String instrument Full String instrument Mellow Vocal mic Male vocal Female vocal Choir mic Speech mic talking Slow response Fast response percussion Subtle reduction of noise Kick and tom drums Subtle compression 2 2 1 Heavier compression 3 2 1 Protection limiting Soft bass compression Punchy bass compression Soft vocal compression Vocal compression Strong vocal compression Vocal wedge monitor reduce feedback Qu Mixer Reference Guide 35 Line DI 48V Bass A Bass E Drm Hat Drm KK Drm OH Drm SN Drm Tom Gtr A Gtr E Horn Keys String Vox V Choir V Speech Vocal or instrument mic Line level source With 48V on for DI box Acoustic upright bass Electric bass Hi hats Kick bass drum Overhead for cymbals Snare drum Tom drum Acoustic guitar Electric guitar Sax trumpet trombone Keyboard electric piano Stringed instruments Vocal mic Choir mic Speech mic talking Channel Libraries are intended to provide a useful starting point for live mixing Settings are mostly flat with parameters set to typical values for the associated source These libraries are available for the mono and stereo input channels They recall all processing
127. s Touch buttons to assign sources in or out of the m Touch the All button to turn all the assignments in or FXO Ret FXiSend 2 Send out This affects assignments on both pages NH EM M A yellow dot o in the tab indicates that one or more sources are assigned within the tab Press the Fn key again to close the Mute DCA view lt Inputs D 8 12 Using Mute Groups There are 4 ways to access the Mute Groups 1 For Qu 16 24 32 touch the master buttons on the Home screen For Qu Pac use the Channel DCA Mute screen 2 While in any Routing screen press the Fn key to open the Mute DCA view Touch the Mute master buttons in the Masters tab Masters Assi 3 Assign and use one or more SoftKeys as Mute m4 Group masters Any Mute Group can be assigned to DCAGrp2 Grp3 DCA Grp4 m any SoftKey 4 s d 8 L EM MEM 4 Use the Qu Pad iPad app Mute Group strips The Mute key will flash red if the channel is muted by a Mute or DCA Group A short flash shows it is muted by the group only A long flash shows it is muted by its Mute key anda Mute or DCA group Qu Mixer Reference Guide 40 AP9372 iss 7b 18 13 DCA Groups 0 0 0 0 DCA Groups Mute Group Assign Mute Groups Grp DCAGrp2 DCAGrp3 Grp4 0 E teve Lever
128. s warranty will be the purchaser s sole and exclusive remedy and neither Allen amp Heath nor its approved service centres shall be liable for any incidental or consequential damages or breach of any express or implied warranty of this product Conditions Of Warranty The equipment has not been subject to misuse either intended or accidental neglect or alteration other than as described in the User Guide or Service Manual or approved by Allen amp Heath Any necessary adjustment alteration or repair has been carried out by an authorised Allen amp Heath distributor or agent The defective unit is to be returned carriage prepaid to the place of purchase an authorised Allen amp Heath distributor or agent with proof of purchase Please discuss this with the distributor or the agent before shipping If the unit is to be repaired in a different country to that of its purchase the repair may take longer than normal whilst the warranty is confirmed and parts are sourced Units returned should be packed in the original carton to avoid transit damage DISCLAIMER Allen amp Heath shall not be liable for the loss of any saved stored data in products that are either repaired or replaced Check with your Allen amp Heath distributor or agent for any additional warranty information which may apply If further assistance is required please contact Allen amp Heath Ltd Compatibility directive 2004 108 EC and the European Low Voltage C
129. se the rotary to select an unrelated source Mono or stereo Channels and Groups can be globally sourced from their Insert Sends pre processing or from Direct Out using this button Note Qu Drive Stereo recording shares the same patch as Track 17 18 of the Qu Drive multitrack recording and USB streaming The record meter on the USB page displays the current source The default is LR post fade Arm the recording by touching the red circle Record button Touch the Play button to start the recording Stereo Playback You can play back audio files from a USB storage device plugged into Qu Drive Format 44 1 or 48kHz 16 or 24 bit WAV file Note Use the USB device with the Qu mixer only Do not use it for other applications Format the USB device on the Qu mixer before loading the playback files Use the Setup Utility Qu Drive screen This clears the drive and sets up the Qu directory structure Copy audio WAV files on to USB from your computer Place these in the AHQU USBPLAY directory Plug the USB device into Qu Drive Patch the playback to the ST3 channel using the Processing Preamp screen Fn key to open the Preamp Source screen Make sure Qu Drive is selected as the Global USB Source Select USB as the source for 513 Once you have selected Qu Drive as the global USB source you can also use the panel USB key in the Preamp section to toggle between the ST3 preamp and USB source CH10 CH11 CH12 CH13
130. section of the case Do not block the sides Dimensions Shown in millimetres inches 122 4 8 eoedsxoeu 469 ZZL Angle E j 19 03 3 3 3 3 3 3 Q M ff iN f U A NS Y 17 s gt gt N 4 X amp 7 440 17 32 Free Standing 174 6 85 Qu Mixer Reference Guide 79 274 10 8 to allow for connections AP9372 iss 7b 34VNSD UEN L INO 47X LLS O M H3 NVdX3 JMYNSP P i Apeay nemo sav sod x ER f A to 2 uus died uw 1500 91 4 7 W Ny INQ S3v 1s0d aJd u N ova sodada 777
131. source for CH1 32 ST1 ST2 ST3 Patchable from Mix1 10 LR Grp1 8 MTX1 4 Compatible with AudioRacks AR2412 AR84 AB168 Compatible with ME personal mixing system Measured balanced XLR in to XLR out OdB gain OdBu input 112 dB 0 0 5dB 20Hz to 20kHz 18dB OdBu 18dBu OdBFS 22dBu at XLR output 0dB meter 18dBFS 4dBu at XLR out 3dBFS 19dBu at XLR out multi point sensing 48dBFS 26dBu at XLR out Fast peak response 48kHz 100PPM 24 bit Delta Sigma 1 2 ms local XLR in to XLR out 0 7 ms local XLR in to AES out 0 deg C to 35 deg 32 deg F to 95 deg F 100 240V AC 50 60Hz Qu 16 82W Qu 24 120W Qu 32 150W USB A Use a USB hard drive not a USB key 2 channel WAV 48kHz 24 bit patchable 2 channel WAV 44 1 or 48kHz 16 or 24 bit to ST3 18 channel WAV 48kHz 24 bit patchable 18 channel WAV 48kHz 24 bit USB B Core Audio compliant 24 32 32 channel WAV 48kHz 24 bit 22 30 32 channel WAV 48kHz 24 bit Width x Depth x Height 440 x 500 x 186 mm 17 4 x 19 7 x 7 4 483 x 472 x 190 mm 19 x 18 6 x 7 5 610 x 680 x 350 mm 24 x 27 x 13 8 10 kg 22 Ibs 13 5 kg 30 Ibs Width x Depth x Height 632 x 500 x 186 mm 24 9 x 19 7 x 7 4 670 x 790 x 350 mm 26 4 x 31 1 x 13 8 14 kg 31 Ibs 18 kg 40 Ibs Control Input Processing Mix Processing Audio Tools Dimensions amp Weights Faders Touch Screen Qu 16 24 Touch Screen Qu 32 SoftK
132. ss a channel Sel key to instantly reset all its processing to factory default Reset Graphic EQ band Press Sel to reset the associated GEQ frequency band to OdB while in GEQ Flip mode PAFL key Press to listen to a channel using headphones and check its level on the main meters The meter PAFL indicator lights Press PAFL again to turn it off A SoftKey can be assigned to clear all active PAFL selections Options are available in the Setup Audio PAFL screen to choose how you want PAFL to work Additive mode Pressing a PAFL key automatically cancels any previous selection Turn Additive on to PAFL more than one channel at a time Sel follow PAFL Link the Sel switch so that pressing PAFL automatically selects the processing for that channel LR to PAFL Routes the main LR mix to the monitor when there is no PAFL selected Output AFL This option sets the mix strip PAFL keys to monitor AFL after fade listen With this option turned off these keys monitor PFL pre fade listen The default is AFL so that you can check mixes after the master fader Input AFL This option sets the input strip PAFL keys to monitor AFL after fade listen With this option turned off these keys monitor PFL pre fade listen PFL is the usual setting for inputs so that you can check and set their gain before you bring up the faders Channel meter The strip meters let you keep an eye on signal levels while you are mixing These display channel
133. sssssessseseeeeee nennen nnn nnns 70 12 Qu Pac Qu Control SCEN sissende inaa aa Eaa EE 72 13 IOS 1 656 73 14 Resetting RENE 76 14 1 Reset Mix Settings A starting point for 76 14 2 System Hard 77 15 lees 78 15 1 Installing Qu 16 Qu 24 32 78 15 2 ja gesetucicav eee eee 79 15 3 Qu 16 System Block 80 15 4 Qu 24 and Qu 32 System Block Diagram sess 81 15 5 Qu Pac System Block Diagram seisis aa erat dU Rad RUE 82 15 6 SYSTEM nennen nnnm nnn nnn 83 About this guide This is the Reference Guide for the Allen amp Heath Qu 16 Qu 24 Qu 32 and Qu Pac digital mixers Please Note This guide refers to Qu firmware V1 7 Please refer to the Allen amp Heath website for the latest version of firmware and this reference guide For more details read the Release Notes available with the firmware Getting Started guides are also available for Qu mixer models For information on the AR2412 AR84 an
134. t switching Group masters and routing not Qu 16 Matrix masters not Qu 16 Input Preamp USB selection Preamp Gain Pad Polarity and 48V HPF Gate PEQ GEQ Comp Delays FX parameters Libraries and Tap Tempo Mute Groups DCA Groups SoftKeys Scenes and Libraries function PAFL select Full signal metering Custom strips for personalised channel layout Channel naming stored in the Qu mixer Setup functions not available FX patching Local dSNAKE Preamp source selection Global Qu Drive USB B source selection Insert switching and channel linking Output patching Aux source routing options Matrix sends and routing Show memory store and load Scene Recall Filters and Safes edit Copy Paste Reset of parameters Signal Generator Talkback System configuration options and preferences 73 AP9372 iss 7b Touch to select a Mix Channels can be assigned to up to 4 local groups each with its own thumbwheel level control Double tap a wheel to access its channel levels pan and meters No Touch to name Group 2 the group Band Qu You provides personal monitor mix control for musicians and performers on stage The engineer can still Keep an eye on and control each mix at the Qu mixer at any time Qu You runs on Apple iOS devices including iPhone4 or later iPad iPad Mini or iPod Touch running iOS7 or later Note You can connect up to 8 iOS devices to the Qu mixer This includes multiple
135. t5 cable alternative to the typical heavy analogue copper multicore to connect many inputs and outputs on stage One cable carries multiple channels of audio in both directions together with 40 personal mixing sends remote control of the preamps Cat5 cable Use STP shielded twisted pair Cat5e or higher cables Those with both foil and braided screens provide shielding from interference and are generally more rugged Stranded core cables are less prone to damage when kinked or repeatedly coiled dSNAKE carries Up to 38 remote input signals Up to 16 remote output signals Remote Inputs dSNAKE inputs are mapped one to The Qu mixer provides a locking Neutrik one to the Qu input channels They are not patchable EtherCon socket to protect the connections and ensure suitability for Note dSNAKE does not add channels to the mixer touring Use a touring grade cable fitted Choose either Local rear panel or dSNK remote with locking EtherCon plugs input for each channel Maximum cable length 120m 896 Remote Outputs Qu outputs can be patched to the depending on cable type Recommended output sockets on the remote racks These duplicate maximum length 100m 830 the outputs on the Qu rear panel Connecting Qu to the AudioRack Plug one end of your Cat5 digital snake into the Qu mixer dSNAKE port Plug the other end into the dSNAKE port of the AudioRack Connecting a second Audi
136. tal Snake to AudioRack Qu 24 32 SIGNAL FLOW dSNAKE Mic Line Inputs Line Inputs SY Line Outputs AES Out 1 24 32 ST1 ST2 EE Qu Drive Grp 1 4 8 2Trk j Y 1 10 edie PREAMP nO LM IX cretam L L GAIN USB B Main LR Q ine 48V i R Q R Q Stream Stream MTX 1 4 R Q RA 4 30 ch G 32 ch E Local Inputs dSNAKE USB USB dSNAKE Local Outputs Channel SOURCE Inputs Mix Masters LR post Output PATCH Input Channels 1 24 ST1 3 PAFL Route to Group 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 PAFL Route to GRP Output Outputs LR e LR TRIM POL s PEQ COMP DELAY FADER TUM Insert PEQ GEQ COMP DELAY FADER pan MIX Sends f 97 edet Tt d SENDS FX Sends Uii T Ta PRE POST FX Sends DIR OUT SENDS MTX Sends FX FX Send 1 4 Insert FX Return 1 4 PAFL Route to Mono 1 4 Stereo 5 6 7 8 9 10 Mix PAFL Route to GRP Output BAL Outputs LR em PL FX 1 4 PEQ we PE a ede Insert PEQ GEQ p DELAY p FADER T PN FX Sends TRITT edet EN PRE POST A E 29 6 ee SENDS MTX Sends Talkback TALKBACK oe Main LR PAFL Route to FEN Nic GAIN HPF LR Output BAL Outputs e TALK ASSIGN Insert PEQ GEQ COMP DELAY FADER ND MTX MUTE a ASSIGN 1 45 Wt 7 PRE POST z SENDS MTX Sends RTA PAFL MONITOR SIG G
137. than boost frequencies where possible 31 AP9372 iss 7b GATE PEQ TnL Thres Gain Attack Release 6 3 3 0 dB 20 0 ms ms 250 ms Curr PEQ COMP Thres Gain Attack Release 6 3 dB 3 0 dB 20 0 ms 250 ms Mix and Matrix Qu Mixer Reference Guide Compressor The Compressor is a powerful tool for controlling the dynamics of the sound for example to smooth outa bass guitar or to narrow the dynamic range of a vocal to make it more intelligible in a busy mix At its extreme setting the compressor can be used as a limiter to prevent the signal exceeding a preset maximum level A compressor works by dynamically reducing the amount of gain when the signal increases above a certain threshold This pulls back loud moments Applying make up gain restores the average volume and also has the effect of bringing up quiet moments The result is a reduced dynamic range While listening to the signal adjust Thres threshold to set the point at which compression starts The GR indicator and red screen meter will start to show that compression is active Set Ratio for how much compression you want from none 1 1 to full limiting Inf A ratio of 3 1 is a good starting point Use the In key or screen button to switch the compressor in and out and turn up Gain so that the average volume is similar Attack sets how fast the compressor starts to work when the threshold is reached
138. the HPF Use the FX Front panel screen to recall an FX Library and work with the parameters Touch the D W control and turn the screen rotary to balance between the Dry direct and Wet affected signal Inserted Ducker The Ducker works by automatically reducing ducking the level of the channel when a trigger source is detected For example an announcement mic could trigger the ducker on a music channel so that the music level is reduced when an announcement is made The Ducker is inserted between the HPF and noise Gate 29 AP9372 iss 7b Ducker P AR av ucker Insert uL M 2 PEQ Ducker Setup c Gang mm e Trigger Input i Hold CH24 Med Thres JT Depth dB 20 0 4 GATE PEQ CH1 CH2 Linked Channel Preamp Dynamics Comp Delay Gain Assignments 48V Side Chains 3 Pre Post Sends Qu Mixer Reference Guide Ducker Touch Ducker Setup to open the settings page Single Single channel ducking The trigger and settings apply to just this channel Gang Multiple channel ducking The same trigger and settings apply to all channels set to Gang mode Note There is only one Gang Trigger Input Touch to highlight and then turn the screen rotary to scroll through the available trigger sources Channel trigger sources follow the Global Direct Output setting This would typically be set
139. the Matrix not Qu 16 seesssesssssseeeeneeennnnnnnnennnnnnnnnn nennen 38 8 11 P SC fols MULTI Lr 39 8 12 Using M te CCS PR tee hte eel thant eet N 40 8 13 De A GOUS en Uum 41 Touch Screen Mixing Functions 42 9 1 Copy Reset KGVS deaa 44 9 2 The Sel screens Processing and Routing ccccccseeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeesaeeeesseeeeesseeseesaeeeenss 45 9 3 Home SGEE L PE 45 9 4 mi9nixelef nodb m Tr 46 9 5 Home Screen Meters c 47 9 6 Home screen R m 47 9 7 Home Screen Qu Drive USB AQUCIO ccccccccseeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeesaeaeeeeesaeeeeeeesaaeeeess 47 9 8 Du eR 50 9 9 Working with FX Adding vocal reverb 52 9 10 Scene ciel m ET m Um 53 TOUCH Screen Setup FUNCTIONS Ae T 56 Qu Mixer Reference Guide 5 AP9372 iss 7b 10 1 A dio Setup PAF x en eee 56 10 2 Audio Setup 57 10 3 Audio Setup Signal Generator
140. the filter blocks parameters can block combinations of parameters so that highlighted scene This also on recall only they are not overwritten when the scene is clears the filter recalled A red dot o displays if one or more Took me Iles Reset Mix Settings This provides a quick eee Ue e way to Zero the board by resetting the mix p y Curr and highlighted and processing to a typical starting point To Hold the Copy key and touch a Filter button to Next scenes are shown in accidental operation the button must be copy its settings Hold Paste and touch other the lower toolbar touched for 1 second or more to action the Filter buttons to paste those settings into other reset Note Reset Settings affects all scene Hold the Reset key and touch Filter buttons to settings and is not affected by the Global Recall clear all their blocked parameters Filter Note Reset Mix Settings restores the Local preamps as the source to input channels Recall Filter affects all Scenes Inputs FX Outputs Input patch Preamps FX patch Output Patch Custom Layer LL Allowed parameters These CH ST pm FX param Mix MTX are overwritten with the Tw Gi Gh E Tw contents stored in the scene Milow when it is recalled Names Faders Pan Mutes Names Faders Bal Mutes System Routing Audio Grps Mixsends FXsends MTXsends Mute DCA Grp masters Mute DCA Blocked parameters These are not overwritten w
141. to PunchBag Follow Fader follow Mute global options Post Preamp Pre EQ Post EQ Post Delay Assign FX into Mix channels Up to 170ms Constant 1 3 oct 28 bands 31Hz 16kHz 12dB Gain 4 Band fully parametric 20 20kHz 15dB Selectable LF Shelving Baxandall Bell Bell Selectable HF Shelving Baxandall Bell Non constant Q variable 1 5 to 1 9th octave Self key Sidechain 46dBu to 18dBu 1 1 to infinity 300us 300ms 100ms 2s Soft Hard Peak Manual RMS Manual SlowOpto PunchBag 4x RackFX engine Send Return or Inserted Reverbs Delays Gated Reverb ADT Chorus Symphonic Chorus Phaser Flanger Fader Pan Mute Routing to Mix LR 4 Band PEQ PFL or stereo in place AFL 0 to 24dB Trim 85ms Delay Assignable to any mix 12dB oct HPF Assignable to any mix Sine White Pink Bandpass Noise 31 Bands 1 3 octave 20 20kHz follows PAFL source Width x Depth x Height 850 x 500 x 186 mm 33 5 x 19 7 x 7 4 1000 x 680 x 350 mm 39 4 x 26 8 x 13 8 20 kg 44 lbs 24 kg 53 Ibs
142. to Follow Fader Follow Mute The Direct Out source is set in the input channel Routing screen Threshold Sets the level of the trigger source above which the channel will be ducked The meter shows the trigger level together with threshold pointer and ducking activity gain reduction Depth Sets how much the channel signal will be ducked From OdB ducking to 60dB full ducking Three controls set the speed at which ducking occurs Each have three settings Fast Medium Slow Attack Sets how fast the channel signal is ducked to the level set by the Depth control Hold Sets how long the channel signal is held at the Depth level after the trigger signal is removed Release Sets how fast the channel signal rises back to its normal level at the end of the Hold period Note Ducker settings are not part of the channel libraries or the Copy Paste Reset function Stereo Linking Odd even pairs of mono input channels can be linked for stereo operation The default is all parameters including the preamp processing and routing linked Pan becomes a width control when linked Panning one channel in a linked pair to the left automatically pans the other to the right by the same amount Some parameters can be removed from the link using the buttons Preamp Gain Pad 48V Polarity Dynamics Compressor and Gate Side Chains Main mix Fader Mute Pan Touch Apply to accept your changes 30 AP9372 iss
143. to open the PEQ view and adjust its return channel equaliser 51 AP9372 iss 7b 9 9 Working with Adding vocal reverb Press the FX key to open the FX screen Touch to select FX1 Press the Fn key to open the Library page Touch Factory Recall a Reverb into the FX1 slot if one is not already loaded Open the Back Panel view and check that FX1 is set for Mix Return with FX1 as its input 2 2 FX4 Mix gt Return V e Start by turning up a vocal channel fader while the master strip LR mix is selected to hear the signal in the main PA mix e Select the top layer to view the FX Return channel strips Set these faders to their 0 position and check they are unmuted to ensure the effect signals will be returned to the main mix e Press the FX1 Mix key The master strip now presents the FX1 Send master fader and controls The channel faders move to show the sends to FX1 Sends on faders e Press the master strip Sel key to view the FX1 parameters on the screen Press the Fn key to access the library e Setthe master strip fader to its O position and check that it is unmuted to ensure the channel sends will be sent to the FX e Move the vocal channel fader to adjust its send level to the selected FX This is similar to turning an Aux send knob on an analogue mixer to feed an outboard effects unit e You should now hear the reverb added to the dry vocal ume si
144. to return to the main LR mix once you have finished adjusting monitor or effects levels Hold and then press Sel Toggle individual sources Toggle all sources Pre Post Assign Sends on faders lt b 1 ab ab lt gt lt AG Ah Ems LL 100 1 10 j _ Qu Mixer Reference Guide 23 AP9372 iss 7b 7 Qu Pac Operational Overview This section provides an overview of the Qu Pac faderless mixer layout and operation to help you get started quickly The Qu 16 mixer is shown here Similar applies to the Qu 24 and Qu 32 softKeys Touch Screen Live mixing screens System screens ALLEN amp HEATH s ST3 Input Qu Drive USB Phones mx Alt Out Channel screen Channel select Virtual fader strip Custom Select keys Fn key Copy Paste Reset keys Screen rotary control Mix select Touch Screen All live mixing setup and memory management functions can be controlled from the Qu Pac front panel The colour touch screen provides quick access to these functions The top presents tabs for the available pages The bottom presents a toolbar showing status information Screen Rotary Adjusts the value of parameters on screen Touch a parameter It highlights orange to show it is selected Turn the Rotary to adjust its value Fn key Press to open an option pop up page for the currently selected screen Its function if available is shown in the screen toolbar above the k
145. uch screen 15 SoftKeys Custom assignable Qu Control screen for installed sound control ALLENSHEATH 1 32 Mute Custo G 6 B 6 amp Channel screen provides selection and virtual fader strip Custom assignable Select keys Qu Mixer Reference Guide 10 AP9372 iss 7b Qu 16 16 Mic Line Qu 24 24 Mic Line in 24 out 22 in USB audio streaming 32 out 30 in USB audio streaming 4 Group out Matrix out Qu 32 32 Mic Line in uw ALLENSHEATH Du B M m Lee 12 31 Lee 30 une 29 Lee 28 Une 27 26 use 25 Une 24 gt tne 22 21 20 Line 19 tee 18 Line 17 une 16 15 tne 14 Urs 13 12 11 tne 10 9 e d 5 Une 4 3 2 Une 1 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 he antes is i Me D We Lr LE we Wu we wk we 57 sr p ur out Mix outputs 6 32 out 32 in USB audio streaming 8 Group out Matrix out 32 out 32 in USB audio streaming Use dSNAKE to access up to 32 Mic Line in and other mix outs Scene Library and Show memories All Qu mixer memories are compatible Files created on one model can be transferred via USB key and loaded on the other 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 Note To be compatible e
146. ut amp 2Trk Out Source Alt Output 2Trk Output Output Impedance Nominal Output Maximum Output Level Residual Output Noise AES Digital Output Dynamic Range Frequency Response Headroom Internal operating Level dBFS Alignment Meter Calibration Meter Peak indication Meter Signal indication Meter Type Sampling Rate ADC DAC Latency Operating Temperature Range Mains Power Maximum Power Consumption Qu Drive Device Stereo Record Stereo Playback Multitrack Record Multitrack Playback USB Audio Streaming Send upstream Qu 16 24 32 Return downstream Qu 16 24 32 Qu 16 Mixer Desk mounted Rack mounted Packed in shipping box Unpacked weight Packed weight Qu 24 Mixer Desk mounted Packed in shipping box Unpacked weight Packed weight Balanced XLR and 1 4 TRS jack fully recallable 60 to 5dBu 50 to 15dBu 5 to 60dB 1dB steps 19dBu 29dBu gt 10 0 0005 89 dBu 20 20kHz Direct Out OdBu 1kHz 0 001 83dBu 20 20kHz Direct Out OdBu 1kHz Balanced 1 4 TRS jack half normalled Unbalanced stereo 3 5mm Mini Jack Nominal 4dBu OdBu 24dB 22dBu 18dBu gt 7kQ Balanced XLR lt 75Q 4dBu OdB meter reading 22dBu 90 dBu muted 20 20kHz Balanced 1 4 TRS jack Patchable LR post fade lt 750 4dBu OdB meter reading 22dBu 90 dBu muted 20 20kHz 2 channel 48kHz sampling rate XLR 2 5Vpp balanced terminated 110Q Remote
147. ve to present the sends to that mix Qu 16 e Adjust Send levels For Mix and FX sends Move the channel faders These become the sends to the selected mix e Adjust Send pans While a stereo Mix is selected press a channel Sel key and use the Pan control to pan its send in the mix Assign sends to the mix Hold the Assign key to view the current channel assignments routing to the mix The Sel keys light when the channel is assigned to the mix To toggle individual assignments on or off press channel Sel keys while holding Assign e To toggle all assignments on or off Hold the Assign key and press the master strip Sel key e Setsends Pre or Post fader For Mix and FX sends Hold the Pre Fade key to view the current channel pre post fade settings for the mix The Sel keys light when set to Pre fade To toggle individual sends pre or post press the channel Sel keys while holding Pre Fade It is typical to use Pre fade for monitor sends and Post fade for effects sends e To toggle all sources Pre or Post Fade Hold the Pre Fade key and press the master strip Sel key e Group mixes Selecting a Grp mix lets you assign channels and FX returns to the group The LR mix channel faders and pan positions remain active Groups are not available on the Qu 16 e Press the Mix key again or press LR to return to the main mix or press another Mix key to adjust a different mix BE 3 v2 A RUIN HL Note Always remember
148. ve up to 6 characters Touch the Shift button to type in an uppercase character Touch the button twice for Caps Lock Mute and DCA Group names Open the Routing screen Fn key Mute DCA page to view the Mute and DCA Group masters Their names are displayed Touch a name box to open the screen keypad and edit the name Qu Pad iPad app names Names stored in the Qu mixer are sent to the iPad These are displayed and can be edited using the iPad Names and Scene memories Names are stored as part of the Qu mixer Scene memories You can block or allow names in Scene recall using the Global and per scene Filters Three filter items affect names Input FX Names CH ST Groups and FX Returns e Output Names FX Sends Mix LR Matrix e Mute DCA Grp Masters Mute and DCA names 26 AP9372 iss 7b 8 2 Channel Processing The SuperStrip provides familiar analogue feel one function per knob control of channel and mix master processing such as equalisers and dynamics The Touch Screen displays the parameter values and provides additional related controls while in the Processing screen This processing is accessed using the fader strip Sel keys The Qu Pac does not have the physical controls Gate Comp Pk e Pan GEQ s The following processing is available Mono input CH Source Preamp HPF Gate PEQ Comp Delay Ducker Stereo Linking Stereo input ST1 3 Source Preamp HPF Gate PEQ Comp D
149. wer toolbar Momentary Latch option Press the Fn key to open the Options screen to access the Talk option Option Off The Talk key is momentary action only Press and hold to talk Talkback options Momentary Latch E Ls wl Ss Option On The Talk key latches on or off when you press it quickly It becomes momentary when you Hold the Talk button for momentary Talkback or tap the Talk button to latch Talkback press and hold it for longer than 0 5 second Select this option when you are working with a switched talkback microphone and therefore want Talk to be permanently selected 10 3 Audio Setup Signal Generator Set up and assign the Signal Generator to test Dentro USE Data Quiet Paci loudspeakers and align levels between equipment PAFL Talkback Source Touch to open the list of sources available e Sine Pure tone with adjustable frequency Set to 1kHz and use meters to match equipment levels White Noise Equal energy per Hz Pink Noise Filtered white noise for equal energy per octave This is a good source to use for testing loudspeaker drivers and phase Its response matches the way we hear frequencies e Band pass Noise Pink noise filtered around a frequency which can be swept from low to high Level Start with the level set low to avoid unexpected loud sounds when you assign to the mixes Mute Turns the signal off Assign Touch to toggle the assig
150. werbox The user interface gives instant access to Lo cut Hi cut decay spectrum filters and the gate envelope controls predelay attack hold and release Patching the FX Touch the top right tab to select the Back Panel view Open the option list to select the type of FX patching Touch Apply to confirm any changes e Mix Return Known as a system effect this uses a bus to Send a mix of the channels to the effect and a dedicated stereo FX Return channel to add the wet effect to the dry original sound This is used for effects such as reverb and delay Choose which mix bus to use as its input For the Qu 16 FX1 and FX2 have dedicated buses If you want to use FX3 or FX4 as another system effect you could patch one of the Mix1 10 buses as its input e Ch gt Return This is similar to a Mix Return system effect but fed from one channel rather than a mix of channels It uses the assigned input channel Direct Output as its source Examples include a vocal channel delay gated verb on a snare or chorus added to guitar e Insert Here the effect is patched in line with an input channel or mix master It is switched in or out using the channel Insert switch Inserted FX provide a Dry Wet control to balance the effect with the original signal FX processing view Press an FX Send or Return strip Sel key while the Processing screen is active to view and work with its parameters Touch the top of the screen
151. y select Press to access the mix Processing PEQ GEQ Compressor Delay and its Routing parameters using the SuperStrip and Touch Screen The screen presents related parameters while its Processing or Routing key is active The Sel key can also be used to Copy mix processing Hold down the Copy key and press the Sel key to copy the processing settings Then select a different Mix hold down the Paste key and press the Sel key to instantly paste those settings to that mix Reset mix processing Hold down the Reset key and press the Sel key to instantly reset all its processing to factory default Assign all sources Hold down the Assign key and press the Sel key to toggle all sources on assigned or off to the mix Set all sources Pre or Post Fade Hold down the Pre Fade key and press the Sel key to toggle all sources Pre or Post Fade PAFL key Press to listen to a mix using headphones and check its level on the main meters The meter PAFL indicator lights Press PAFL again to turn it off A SoftKey can be assigned to Clear All active PAFL selections Options are available in the Setup screen to choose how you want PAFL to work The default setting is AFL after fade listen Mix meter The strip meter lets you keep an eye on the mix master signal level This is post fader and displays the level after the fader and mute control to follow the signal available at the output of the mixer Pk Lights red to warn that the sig
152. y after the firmware update 69 AP9372 iss 7b 11 Working with Audio Streaming and a DAW The Qu mixer can stream audio and send MIDI messages to and from an Apple Mac or Windows PC computer via the rear panel USB B port This lets you work with a DAW Digital Audio Workstation running your computer The Custom Layer can provide MIDI control faders and keys You can work with the standard Qu MIDI messages or download the Allen amp Heath DAW Control driver available for the Mac computer only to convert these into one of the popular HUI or Mackie Control protocols Note Make sure you are running a version of V1 3 or higher Check for the latest firmware at the Allen amp Heath web site Apple Mac Windows PC Audio USB Data Output Patch Custom Layer SoftKeys Network MIDI DAW MIDI Channel Control Channel Ch 1 MIDI MIDI MIDI MIDI 9 10 11 12 13 MIDI MIDI MIDI MIDI MIDI MIDI 14 MIDI MIDI MIDI USB audio streaming with Qu MIDI message control is supported natively by the Mac so it does not require any driver If you wish to convert the standard Qu MIDI messages into the HUI or Mackie Control protocol download and install the Allen amp Heath DAW Control driver USB audio streaming with Qu MIDI message control needs a driver Download and install the Allen amp Heath Qu Windows Driver Power up the Qu mixer connect its rear panel USB B port to the PC run the installer
153. your wireless router from those shown in the Network list Enter the password to connect to the router After a few moments a tick should appear to show the iPad has successfully connected to the wireless network Check that the icon in the iPad top toolbar shows good Wi Fi signal strength Note To prevent unauthorised control of your Qu mixer we strongly recommend that you password protect your wireless network Note The iPad remembers the network settings To prevent an iPad connecting again in future without the password for example if you have given a guest engineer access your Qu with their own iPad select your network in their iPad Settings Wi Fi menu and use the Forget this network function If you experience connection problems or drop outs You may suffer interference from other wireless networks or equipment in the area Try rebooting the router to pick up a different channel or change its band 2 4 or 5GH Qu Mixer Reference Guide r5 AP9372 iss 7b 14 Resetting the Mixer There are two ways to reset the Qu settings 1 4 1 Global Filter 11 Band Show Filter Filter Filter Filter Filter 15 Polly ET Curr 15 Poll Are you sure Reset mix settings Source Preamp Gain 28dB 48V off ST1 3 trim OdB HPF out 100Hz PEQ in flat Gates out thres 36dB depth 20dB Comp out thres OdB ratio 3 2 1 Delays Oms Mix source post EQ Sends to Mixes Inf and pre

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