USER GUIDE Publication AP4145
Limited One Year Warranty This product has been manufactured in the UK by ALLEN & HEATH and is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for period of one year from the date of purchase by the original owner. To ensure a high level of performance and reliability for which this equipment has been designed and manufactured, read this User Guide before operating.
Important Safety Instructions WARNINGS - Read the following before proceeding : CAUTION ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE – NE PAS OUVRIR Read instructions: Retain these safety and operating instructions for future reference. Adhere to all warnings printed here and on the console. Follow the operating instructions printed in this User Guide. Do not remove cover: Operate the console with its covers correctly fitted.
Important Mains plug wiring instructions. The console is supplied with a moulded mains plug fitted to the AC mains power lead. Follow the instructions below if the mains plug has to be replaced.
Introduction This user guide presents a quick reference to the XONE:62. We recommend that you read this fully before starting. Included is information on installing, connecting and operating the console, panel drawings, system block diagram and technical specification. For further information on the basic principles of audio system engineering, please refer to one of the specialist publications available from bookshops and audio equipment dealers.
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Welcome to the XONE:62 The Allen & Heath XONE:62 presents a unique combination of performance tools for the professional DJ in a stylish and solidly built club format. Above all, it features sound quality second to none. XONE:62 has been designed and constructed using the same rigorous standards we apply to our large format professional consoles used and respected by top engineers throughout the world. We have had great fun designing this new range. We are sure you will get even more enjoyment using it.
MONO OUT BOOTH L PHONO RECORD OUT LINE PHONO PHONO LINE LINE PHONO L L L L L R R R R R LINE AUX OUT L CLEAN FEED -10dBV R R CLEAN FEED SERIAL No: USER FUSE AC MAINS IN ~ 0 I 8 MIX OUT RIGHT LEFT LINE MIC LINE MIC L/M L/M R R XONE:62 User Guide
The XONE:62 Application This diagram shows an example hook-up to demonstrate how the XONE:62 can be connected in a typical DJ application. Note that you do not need to connect the channels in the order shown, also that the connector types on the equipment you connect to may be different to that shown. Use cables appropriate to your application. Please read Plugging Up The System before connecting to your equipment.
Specifications 0dBu = 0.775 Volts rms, +4dBu = 1.23V rms Max output level Headroom 0dBV = 1 Volt rms, -10dBV = 316mV rms XLR +26dBu into >2k ohm TRS +21dBu into >2k ohm RCA +15dBu into >10k ohm Channels Ch meters Peak reading 4 led -16, 0, +6, +12 (PK) Main meters Peak reading 12 led -20 to +8 Mic EQ 4-Band +/-15dB 100, 250, 2.5k, 10kHz Music EQ 4-Band +6 / -26dB 100, 250, 2.5k, 10kHz Ch fader 60mm stereo +21dB Mix to output +23dB Freq response +0/-1dB Distortion < 0.
CUE CLEANFEED CONTROL METER MIX R MIX MID2 POST PRE POST-EQ PRE-EQ MIC/LINE INPUTS 1,2 L -10dBV PRE-FADE R RECORD OUT PRE-EQ METER 4 BAND EQ BOOTH MUTE CUE LEVEL EQ ON SELECT L FADER HI MONO -2dBu XFADE ON MID1 BOOTH OUT R RIAA R R POST-FADE AUX AUX POST-EQ GAIN L MIX OUT 2=+ LO STEREO LINE PHONO L +4dBu BAL + L/M R 2=+ + MID1 + - BAL LEVEL L MIX FADER EQ ON MIC/LINE 2= + MONO OUT CUE HI MIC POST-FADE CLEANFEED FOR MIC 4 BAND EQ GAIN XFADE Y XF
Quick Start We recommend that you read through all sections of this User Guide before starting. However, we provide these notes so that you can plug up and experiment with sounds from your XONE:62 immediately if you prefer to read the full guide later. Please note that you should first read and understand the Important Safety Instructions printed at the beginning of this guide. The following simple procedure requires a CD player and headphones.
8 Check the sound using the Cue system. With the music playing press the large CUE switch. The switch lights as well as the master CUE led to show that the cue monitor is active. The channel signal is now sent to the headphones. Slowly turn up the headphones level control until you hear the music. Avoid listening to loud headphones levels for long periods as this may damage your hearing. The channel signal is now displayed on the main monitor meters giving you finer control in setting the gain.
Changing the crossfader curve. The little switch to the left of the crossfader sets which curve is active. In the normal up position the signal dips by 6dB at the middle position for smooth fading between tracks. Press the switch for a dipless response where the signal starts to dip only once the fader has passed the mid position. This is better suited to scratch or cut mixing where you layer the sounds. 15 Crossfader mixing.
82 ! Gain and Operating Levels It is most important that the system gain and level settings are correctly set. It is well known that many DJs push the gain to maximum with meters peaking hard in the belief that they are getting the best from the system. THIS IS NOT THE CASE ! The best can only be achieved if the system levels are set within the normal operating range and not allowed to peak. Peaking simply results in signal distortion, not more volume.
Connecting Mains Power MONO OUT BOOTH L AUX OUT L R R CLEAN FEED SERIAL No: USER FUSE AC MAINS IN ~ 0 I Read the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS printed at the front of this User Guide and on the rear panel. Check that the correct mains lead with moulded plug has been supplied with your console. The power supply accepts mains voltages within the range 100-240V without changing any fuses or settings. It is standard practice to turn connected power amplifiers down or off before switching the console on or off.
Plugging Up The System The XONE:62 uses professional grade 3 pin XLR, 1/4" TRS jack and RCA PHONO sockets. To ensure best performance, we recommend that you use high quality audio cables and connectors, and take time to check for reliable and accurate cable assembly. It is well known that many audio system failures are due to faulty interconnecting leads. The following mating plugs may be used to connect audio signals to the console: The input and output XLR connectors are 3 wire differentially balanced.
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1 CH1-2 MIC input. Balanced XLR. Plug in a DJ, guest or announcement microphone here. Use good quality low impedance dynamic mics such as those specifically designed for vocals. Do not use high impedance or unbalanced microphones, or condenser types which require phantom power. Use professional grade balanced cables wired as CABLE D . Use the best cable and connectors you can afford as these are typically subject to intense use and abuse in the club environment. 2 CH1-2 LINE input. Unbalanced TRS jacks.
Input Channel These controls adjust the level and tone of each source before they are mixed. Six input channels are provided. Each has two inputs. CH 1 and 2 are used for microphone or alternative stereo line source. They provide corrective source equalisation. CH 3 to 6 are used for the turntables or alternative stereo music sources and can be routed through the crossfader and VCF effects stage. These provide effective equalisation to creatively shape the sound during performance. 1 AUX send.
3 MIC/LINE switch. CH1 and 2 are the ‘MIC’ channels. They can select either the XLR microphone input or the alternative jack stereo line input. In the up position MIC is selected, indicated by the green led. When pressed, LINE is selected, indicated by the led changing colour to red. 4 PHONO/LINE switch. CH3 to 6 are the ‘MUSIC’ channels. In the up position the switch selects the PHONO input, indicated by the green led.
Crossfader and VCF The crossfader is the one feature that instantly sets the DJ mixer apart from a conventional mixer. It is applied to the stereo music channels and lets you smoothly fade from one track into another using a single fader. It is also used as a creative performance tool to layer or interact between two sounds when cut or scratch mixing . It is fully assignable from each music channel and can be easily replaced if it becomes damaged or worn through exceptional mechanical operation.
4 XFADE ON. In the up position the music signal is routed directly to the mix. Press to route the signal through the crossfader. 5 XY. To route to the left (X) side make sure the switch is in its up position. Press to route to the right (Y) side. Either the green X led or yellow Y led lights to show which side is routed. Both leds are off if the signal is not routed through the crossfader. 6 XFADE PAN. Adjust to change the balance between the left and right crossfader output signals.
Filter Type Select The filters are ‘state variable’. This means that they provide three simultaneous filter types, high-pass, band-pass and low-pass. Three large illuminated switches select which type is active. You can press any combination together to create different response types such as ‘notch’ and an interesting ‘all-pass’ effect. The switches are ‘soft switched’ for live performance, meaning that the audio signal is ramped between filter states to prevent audible clicks.
Master Mix and Monitor System The XONE:62 provides a stereo main mix output with fader control and balanced XLR connections to drive the house PA amplifier system. It also provides a mono output that sums the left and right mix signals to feed an additional mono zone, sub bass or soundto-light controller. You can make a music only recording by connecting to the independent record output.
4 HEADPHONES level control. Adjusts the level of the signal in the stereo headphones. This does not affect the level of the local monitor. WARNING Some headphones are more sensitive than others and can produce higher output levels. To avoid damage to your hearing start with the level control at minimum and turn up only as much as is needed to maintain comfortable listening level. Do not drive headphones at high listening levels for long periods of time. 5 SPLIT-CUE switch.
Glossary The following section is included to help you understand some of the technical terms and jargon referred to with consoles of this type. It is by no means a complete reference. Please refer to specialist audio publications should you wish to know more. Amplitude Another term used for signal level. Asymmetric EQ An equaliser with a different amount of cut and boost of the frequency bands.
DJ Disc Jockey. The console operator sequencing and playing the music tracks. Some simply play the tracks, others talk over with introductions and announcements, and others provide an entertaining performance by mixing and shaping sounds to create a completely different musical experience. Hum Apart from not knowing the words… this is the audible noise that usually results from mains interference pickup, earth loops, bad interconnections and induced power supply and lighting fields.
Pan Panoramic. A control that adjusts the balance of the signal in the left and right speakers. Peak Meter A type of signal meter that has a very fast attack and slower release. This picks up the fast signal transients and holds them long enough for the operator to see the activity on the display. These meters typically use led (light emitting diode) displays. Phantom Power The DC voltage required by certain microphones to power the capsule.
Tips and Troubleshooting For your safety do not remove the EARTH (ground) connection in the power lead of the console or connected equipment. ☺ Have your MAINS SYSTEM checked by a qualified electrician. If the earthing is solid to start with you are less likely to experience problems. ☺ Use high grade AUDIO CABLES and check them for reliable connection. It is well known that many audio system problems are due to faulty cables and connectors.
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