User Manual

Allen & Heath 5 WZ

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

Introduction

Welcome to the Allen & Heath WZ

, the latest generation of the popular MixWizard

series of compact audio mixing consoles. We have tried to keep this user guide brief

and to the point. Please read it fully before starting. Included is information on in-

stalling, connecting and operating the console, panel drawings, system block dia-

gram and technical specification. For further information on the basic principles of

audio system engineering, please refer to one of the specialist publications and re-

sources available from bookshops, audio equipment dealers and the Internet.

Whilst we believe the information in this guide to be reliable we do not assume re-

sponsibility for inaccuracies. We also reserve the right to make changes in the inter-

est of further product development.

We are able to offer further product support through our world-wide network of ap-

proved dealers and service agents. You can also access our Web site on the Inter-

net for information on our full product range, our company pedigree, assistance with

your technical queries, our contact details or simply to chat about audio matters

( www.allen-heath.com )To help us provide the most efficient service please keep a

record of your console serial number, and date and place of purchase to be quoted

in any communication regarding this product.

Contents

Warranty ............................................................. 2

Safety Instructions ............................................. 3

General Precautions ......................................... 4

Introduction to this Guide .............................. 5

Front Panel Layout ............................................ 6

Introducing the MixWizard ............................. 7

Installing the Console ....................................... 8

Connecting Power ............................................ 9

Connection Pinouts and Cables ................... 10

Audio Connections ......................................... 11

Connector Panel Layouts .............................. 12

Console Connectors ...................................... 13

Mono Input Channel ....................................... 15

Stereo Input Channel ..................................... 17

Stereo Effects Channel ................................... 18

Master Section ................................................. 19

Gain Structure .................................................. 21

Specifications .................................................... 22

System Block Diagrams .................................. 24

User Options .................................................... 26

Cue Sheets ........................................................ 29