Quick Start Guide

6.2 Connect dSNAKE (option)

If you are using an optional remote AudioRack then connect it with a Cat5 digital snake. Use STP (shielded

twisted pair) Cat5e or higher spec cable up to 100m (330’) long. Cable 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.

Plug into the AudioRack dSNAKE port. If you are connecting a

second AudioRack connect it to the EXPANDER port of the first.

 The maximum number of AudioRacks you can connect is two.

If you are using the Allen & Heath ME personal mixing system then

connect it to the dSNAKE, EXPANDER or MONITOR (AR2412 only)

port. ME-1 mixers can be daisy chained or you can connect

individually via the Allen & Heath ME-U PoE hub.

Refer to the ME-1 and ME-U user guides for more information.

You can also use the Qu-You personal monitor app running on iOS

or Android devices to let musicians control their own monitors.

6.3 Power up the mixer

 Important - Before starting, read the Safety Instructions

Sheets packed with the mixer. These can also be downloaded from

the Allen & Heath website.

 To avoid loud thumps, do not apply or remove power while the

PA speakers are powered.

Always switch the amplifiers on last, and off first.

Switching the mixer on – Qu-SB does not have a power

switch. Plug the provided IEC mains cord into the mixer AC MAINS

IN socket. Turn power on at the mains inlet if it is not on already.

The mixer takes just a few seconds to boot up. It restores its

previous settings and audio.

The front panel BLUE Power indicator lights when the mixer is

powered.

If you are using an AudioRack or the ME personal mixing system

then the yellow dSNAKE Lnk indicator will flash steadily once

connection is established.

Switching the mixer off – Mute or turn the PA speakers off

first. Turn the Qu-SB power off at the mains socket or simply pull

out the IEC mains cord at the AC MAINS IN socket.

Qu-SB dSNAKE port

Cat5 cable

Main AudioRack

AB168, AR2412 or AR84

Expander AudioRack

AB168 or AR84

ME personal mixer

100m (330’) max