Q-FX19 User Guide and Reference Manual Rev. 4/05 4295 Charter Street Los Angeles Ca. 90058 www.AmericanAudio.
Q-FX19™ CONTENTS MAIN FEATURES....................................................................................................................................2 ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS...............................................................................................................4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.......................................................................................................................5 INTRODUCTION............................................................
Q-FX19™ ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN, LIQUIDS, OR MOISTURE CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE, OR OTHER TYPE OF ELECTRICAL OUTLET UNLESS THE WIDE BLADES CAN BE CAREFULLY INSERTED INTO A MATCHING WIDE SLOT.
Q-FX19™ ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ELECTRICAL 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).
Q-FX19™ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1. For adult use only - Keep out of the reach of children. 2. Water and Moisture - The player should not be used near water - for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool, etc. Do not spill water or other liquids in to or on to your mixer. 3. Ventilation - The Mixer should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation.
Q-FX19™ INTRODUCTION Introductions: Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the American Audio® Q-FX19™ mixer. This mixer is a representation of American Audio’s continuing commitment to produce the best and highest quality audio products possible at an affordable price. Please read and understand this manual completely before attempting to operate your new mixer. Please carefully read and understand the instructions in this manual thoroughly before attempting to operate this unit.
Q-FX19™ UNPACKING Every Q-FX19™ has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect operating condition. Carefully check the shipping carton for damage that may have occurred during shipping. If the carton appears to be damaged, carefully inspect your mixer for any damage and be sure all equipment necessary to operate the mixer has arrived intact. In the event damage has been found or parts are missing, please contact our toll free customer support number for further instructions.
Q-FX19™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS FRONT PANEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 32 31 30 29 28 27 13 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 1. MICROPHONE 1 - This combo jack will accept a standard 1/4 plug or XLR 3-pin balanced male plug. The volume output level for this microphone will be controlled by its own respective CHANNEL KNOB (27). Note: We recommend that you use a 500-600ohm microphone for the best sound quality. 2.
Q-FX19™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. allowing for a maximum midrange gain of 12dB or maximum decrease of -30dB. Turning the knob in a counter-clockwise direction will decrease the amount of midrange applied to a channel signal, turning the knob in a clockwise direction will increase the amount of midrange applied to a channel signal. 5. CHANNEL BASS CONTROL - This knob is used to adjust the low frequency levels of a channel allowing for a maximum bass gain of 12dB or maximum signal decrease of -30dB.
Q-FX19™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. 17. 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 PFL (19) function is selected. To select a channels cue function press the PFL BUTTON (19) that is directly associated with the specific channel you wish to monitor. You may use the mixing function to blend both the Cue level and the Program level together.
Q-FX19™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. “Q" START SWITCH activates the FADER “Q" START feature. When in the ON position, the FADER “Q" START automatically returns the CD player to the preset CUE POINT. For example; Assuming you have two compatible American Audio™ CD players or a compatible dual CD player connected to channels one and two. When the Fader "Q" Start option is turned on, sliding the crossfader to the far left position will trigger playback on CD player 1.
Q-FX19™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. REAR PANEL 33 34 35 36 37 38 54 53 55 52 51 50 49 48 47 46 45 44 43 42 41 40 39 33. MAIN POWER SWITCH - This is the main power ON/OFF button. Before main power is applied, be sure you have made all connections to the mixer. Also be sure your amplifier(s) is(are) tuned off. Remember to avoid damaging pops to the speakers, the mixer is turned on first and turned off last. 34. AC VOLTAGE SELECTOR - This switch is used to change the operating voltage.
Q-FX19™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. mode of the LINE LEVEL SELECTOR SWITCH (38). Turntables equipped with MM pickup cartridge (All DJ turntable use MM pick-up cartridges) may be connected to these jacks as long as the LINE LEVEL SELECTOR SWITCH (38) is in the “PHONO 1” position. CD players, Tape Decks and other line level instruments may only be connected to these jacks as long as the LINE LEVEL SELECTOR SWITCH (38) is in the “AUX 1” position.
Q-FX19™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. (28) must be in the "Line 3" position, to monitor any source connected to these jacks. 47. CHANNEL 4: RCA LINE INPUT JACKS - These Jacks are used for line level inputs. Connect CD players or Tape Decks to line level inputs. Line level musical instruments with stereo outputs such as Rhythm Machines or Samplers should also be connected to line level inputs. The red colored RCA jack represents the right channel input and the white represents the left channel input.
Q-FX19™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. a power cord when the ground prong has been removed or broken off. The ground prong is used to reduce the risk of electrical shock in case of an electrical short. This cord is designed to fit in one direction only. Do not attempt to force a cord if it does not fit, be sure the cord is being inserted properly. Q-FX19™ DSP EFFECT CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 56 79 78 57 77 76 58 75 59 74 60 73 72 61 71 62 70 + 63 69 64 68 67 66 65 56.
Q-FX19™ DSP EFFECT CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. last heard, but it does not echo the sound. The PHASE effect adds a different tonal defination. The effects have two adjustable parameters, Time Array (TA) (67) and Depth Feedback (DF) (65). 61. ECHO/FILTER BUTTON - This button is used to activate and deactivate either the ECHO or FILTER effect. When the ECHO effect is activated the ECHO/FILTER BUTTON will glow green, when the FILTER effect is selected the button will glow red.
Q-FX19™ DSP EFFECT CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. FLANGER or PITCH SHIFT effect. When the FLANGER effect is activated the button will glow green, when the PITCH SHIFT effect is activated the button will glow red. The FLANGER effect distorts the output signal and creates an effect similar to frequencies phasing in and out of each other. The PITCH SHIFT effect can increase or decrease the playing speed. The effects have two adjustable parameters, Time Array (TA) (67) and Depth Feedback (DF) (65). 72.
Q-FX19™ TYPICAL MIXER SET-UP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 CUE ELAPSED TOTAL REMAIN AUTO CUE . SINGLE LOOP RELOOP T M S PITCH F EJECT/ STOP SCRATCH CASSETTE DECK FLANGER HOLD ECHO TRANS PARAMETER SGL/CTN TIME AUTO CUE 8%/12%/16% ON/OFF SAMPLE PITCH T U R N TA B L E T U R N TA B L E ©American Audio® - www.americanaudio.
Q-FX19™ TYPICAL MIXER SET-UP RCA to RCA Patch Cables Balanced XLR male to XLR female Cables CASSETTE DECK American Audio V4000™ Speaker Cables 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 15 feet.
Q-FX19™ CLEANING Due to fog residue, smoke, and dust, cleaning the mixer should be carried out periodically to residue build up. 1. Use normal glass cleaner and a soft cloth to wipe down the outside casing. 2. Use a cleaner specially designed for electronics to spray in and around the knobs and switch. This will reduce small particle built up that can effect the proper operation of the mixer. 3. Cleaning should be carried out every 30-60 days to prevent heavy built up. 4.
Q-FX19™ TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Shooting: Listed below are common problems you may encounter, and solutions. There is no power to the unit: 1. Be sure you have connected the power cord to a correct wall outlet. There is little or no sound: 1. Check the input selector switch. Make sure it is set to the device that is currently playing. 2. Check to see if the connection cables are connected properly. 3. Check the Trim Output level control on the rear panel, make sure it is not set to low.
Q-FX19™ WARRANTY The Q-FX19™ carries a one year limited warranty. We recommend you fill out the enclosed warranty card to validate your purchase. All returned service items whether under warranty or not, must be freight pre-paid and accompany a R.A. (return authorization) number. If the mixer is under warranty, you must provide a proof of purchase invoice. You may obtain a R.A. number by contacting our customer support team on our toll free number.
Q-FX19™ SPECIFICATIONS Model: Q-FX19 4 Channel Mixer POWER SUPPLY: DIMENSIONS: WEIGHT: CROSSFADER: AC 115v~60Hz/230v50~60Hz, User Selectable 482mm (W) x 266mm (D) x 105mm (H) 7 Lbs. / 5.1Kgs. Feather Fader Plus - VCA detecting fader start control Low grounding impedance crossfader 12W typical, 20W w/ full headphone output 16 Ohms 5 to 35 deg. C; Humidity: 25 to 85% RH (non-condensing); Storage Temperature: -20 to 60 deg.
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