Q-2422/SX Professional Preamp Mixer USER INSTRUCTIONS American Audio 4295 Charter St. Los Angeles, CA 90058 (323) 582-2650 Fax (323) 582-2610 web: www.AmericanAudio.
INTRODUCTION Contents Introduction.........................................................................................................p.2 Electrical Safety Precautions..................................................................................p.3 Safety Precautions..................................................................................................p.4 Quick Start...............................................................................................................p.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK).
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION: 1. Handle the power supply cord carefully. Do not damage or deform; it may cause electric shock or malfunction when used. Hold plug attachment when removing from wall outlet. Do not pull on the cord. 2. To avoid electric shock, do not open the top cover when the unit is plugged in. If problems occur with the unit, call your local American Audio® dealer. 3. Do not place metal objects or spill liquid inside the mixer. Electric shock or malfunction may occur.
CUSTOMER SERVICE Customer Support: American Audio® provides a toll free customer support line, to provide set up help and to answer any question should you encounter problems during your set up or initial operation. You may also visit us on the web at www.AmericanAudio.us for any comments or suggestions. For service related issue please contact American Audio®. Service Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.
FEATURES Main Features: • Equipped with high quality Crossfader (Replaceable) • Optical Detecting Fader for Q-Start Control • High Power Headphone Output • Selectable Voltage 115v~230v • 3 Channel Mixer • 2 Phono, 4 Line, 2 Auxiliary Inputs • 2 Microphone Input - (1) XLR/ 1/4" combo plug, (1) 1/4" Input Jacks • Volume Control for each Mic • Master Balance Control • 12v BNC Light Connector for Gooseneck Light • Fader "Q" Start • On/Off Switch Controls Fader "Q" Start Function (for use with the American Audi
FRONT PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 1. POWER SWITCH This is the main power ON/OFF button. A yellow LED below the power switch will glow when power is ON. Before you turn the power on be sure you have made all connections to the mixer. Also be sure you amplifiers are turned off. Remember mixer on first and turned off last. 2. MASTER LEVEL INDICATORS The dual MASTER LEVEL LED indicators along the top of unit is used to detail the master output level.
FRONT PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS CONT. CHANNEL MID RANGE EQUALIZER - Each of the three channels come with a MID signal output EQ. These controls are used to increase (up to +15dB) or decrease (down to -30dB) the MID range output signal. Turn the knob counter-clockwise to decrease a value or clockwise to increase a value. CHANNEL TREBLE FREQUENCY EQUALIZER - Each of the three channels come with a HIGH signal output EQ.
FRONT PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS CONT. original level and the microphone is off. 11. CUE MIXING CONTROL This functions allows you to monitor the Cue level as well as the Program (main output) level in your headphones. A channels Cue Level may only be monitored if the channels Cue function is selected. To select a channels cue function depress the CUE BUTTON (7) that is directly associated with the specific channel you wish to monitor.
FRONT PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS CONT. 19. MICROPHONE EQ SECTION MIC BASS CONTROL - This knob is used to adjust the low frequency output of both MIC 1 (15) and MIC 2 (38). Turning the knob in clockwise direction will increase the low frequencies, turning the knob in a counter-clockwise direction will decrease the low frequencies. MIC MID CONTROL - This knob is used to adjust the mid range frequency output of both MIC 1 (15) and MIC 2 (38).
REAR PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 36 38 25. GND (GROUND TERMINALS) Connect the ground lead of the turntables with these terminals. This will reduce humming and popping noises. There are two convenient ground terminals located on the rear of the mixer. 26. AC VOLTAGE SELECTOR Select between 115V/50Hz or 230V/60Hz. Make sure that the selector is set to the proper voltage you are using. 27.
REAR PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS the right, and you move it at least 20% to the left position, any player connected to the "A" PLAYER CONTROL will begin to play. You can create great effects similar to scratching with this feature. 31. RCA MASTER OUTPUTS The Master Output includes a pair XLR BALANCED JACKS (28) as well as a pair RCA UNBALANCED JACKS. The RCA jacks send a low current unbalanced output signal.
REAR PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS shut off before change the position of the Line Level Selector Switch. 37. CHANNEL 1 INPUT JACKS PHONO 1/AUX1 INPUT JACKS - The type of input must directly reflect the selected mode of the CHANNEL 1 - LINE LEVEL SELECTOR SWITCH (36). Connect turntables equipped with MM pickup cartridge to PHONO inputs (All DJ turntable use MM pick-up cartridges).
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS INPUTS/OUTPUTS: OUTPUTS: The Q-2422/SX allows you two types of output connectors BALANCED XLR (28) and UNBALANCED RCA (31, 32, & 33). Use these connection to connect the output signal from your mixer to the inputs of a cross-over, EQ, or other type processor. A balanced connection is recommended for cable runs longer that 15 feet. When constructing your own XLR cables follow the pin configuration describe below for proper connectivity.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Typical Mixer Set-Up (Inputs) CD PLAYER CASSETTE DECK OFF ON POWER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 CUE PARAMETER TIME PROGRAM NONSTOP ELAPSED TOTAL REMAIN AUTO CUE BPM BEAT SYNC. KEY LOCK EJECT SINGLE LOOP RELOOP BPM T M S PITCH F � � � � �� � � � PARAMETER RATIO SCRATCH FILTER SKID PHASE HOLD ECHO TRANS FLANGER PAN FX SELECT SGL/CTN TIME REV.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Typical Stereo Set-Up (Output) Figure 9 Typical Balanced Output Set-up This image details a typical stereo output layout. Note the use of the Balanced XLR Jacks on both the mixer and the amplifier. Always use the balanced output jacks whenever possible. The balanced output jacks should always be used for cable runs in excess of 10 feet. Using the balanced jacks will ensure a clean signal through out the entire audio system. ©American Audio® - www.AmericanAudio.
OPERATING DETERMINATIONS Operating Determinations When installing this mixer, please make sure that the device is not exposed to extreme heat, moisture or dust! There should not be any cables lying around. Doing so endangers you as well as others. Do not operate the mixer in extremely hot (more than 30°C/100°F) or extremely cold (less than 5°C / 40°F) surroundings. Keep away from direct sunlight and heaters. Operate the mixer only after becoming familiar with its functions.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Technical Specifications - Model Q-2422/SX Model: Q-2422/SX™, 2 Channel Mixer Power supply: AC 115/230V, 50/60Hz selectable Dimensions: 19” W x 7” D x 2.25” H / 482x 176x 65mm Weight: 8.5 lbs. / 3.8 kg Crossfader: FF-Plus - Optical detecting faders start control - Low grounding impedance crossfader Power Consumption: 5W typical, 7W w/ full headphone output Headphone impedance: 16 Ohms Input Sensitivity (Level/Impedance): Line: -14dBV (200mV) 12K Ohm +/- 2dB Microphone: -49 dBV (3.
WARRANTY 2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY A. American Audio® hereby warrants, to the original purchaser, American Audio® products to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of 2 Year (730 days) from the date of purchase. This warranty shall be valid only if the product is purchased within the United States of America, including possessions and territories.
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