MixWizard WZ3 14:4:2 USER GUIDE Publication AP5332
Limited One Year Warranty This product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a 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 Welcome to the Allen & Heath WZ314:4:2, one of 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 installing, connecting and operating the console, panel drawings, system block diagram and technical specification.
LAMP +48V -5 GAIN 0 PAD 20 GAIN TO TO HF LR TO 11-12 (ST1+ST2) -5 GAIN TO 10 -20 -15 1k 3k +15 4k 700 -5 GAIN 5 0 -20 15k ON HF HF +6 OO -15 70 -15 OO +6 OO MAX OO +6 POWER 4 +6 OO L +16 +9 +6 +3 0 -3 -6 -9 -12 -16 -20 -30 TB SELECT L L-R 400 35Hz 1k -15 +15 LM -15 +15 LM +6 OO R OO +6 OO +6 GRP 1-4 R AUX 1-2 LF -15 +15 -15 -15 +15 LF +15 -15 +6 OO +6 AUX MUTE OO +6 OO +6 OO +6 OO +6 0 1 3 OO +6 OO AUX 0 2 4 +1
Introducing the MixWizard WZ314:4:2 The Allen & Heath MixWizard series of consoles includes several models. This user guide 3 3 3 describes the WZ 14:4:2 4 group model. The 2 bus WZ 12:2 and WZ 16:2, and the stereo input WZ20S consoles are described in separate publications. For further information on the MixWizard series please refer to the Allen & Heath web site. The MixWizard is a compact console designed for professional sound mixing.
Installing the Console Free Standing The console is supplied ready for free standing operation with its side trims fitted and connector pod positioned for rear access.
Connecting Power FUSE CAUTION T630mA L 250V 20mm RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN EXTERNAL DC IN BACKUP SUPPLY AC MAINS IN ~ 100 - 240V~ 47-63Hz 45W MAX OFF ON 0 I AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR. CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE REPLACE FUSE WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING. ATTENTION: REMPLACER LE FUSIBLE AVEC UN DES MEMES CARACTERISTIQUES. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WZ314:4:2 User Guide L- 37 R- 36 GRP 1- 35 GRP 2- 34 GRP 3- 33 GRP 4- 32 AUX 1- 31 AUX 2- 30 AUX 3- 29 AUX 4- 28 AUX 5- 27 AUX 6- 26 PFL- 25 AFL- 24 nc 23 nc 22 nc 21 nc 20 19 0V (CHS) 18 L+ 17 R+ 16 GRP 1+ 15 GRP 2+ 14 GRP 3+ 13 GRP 4+ 12 AUX 1+ 11 AUX 2+ 10 AUX 3+ 9 AUX 4+ 8 AUX 5+ 7 AUX 6+ 6 PFL+ 5 AFL+ 4 nc 3 PFL DC 2 AFL DC 1 0V (PAFL)
Audio Connections The MixWizard uses professional grade 3 pin XLR, 1/4" TRS (3 pole) 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 most audio system problems are due to faulty or sub standard interconnecting leads.
MixWizard WZ3 14:4:2 ALLEN&HEATH 2-TRACK SEND RETURN L INSERT INSERT INSERT L 3 1 A5 A3 A1 OUT OUT OUT L R 13-14 R M INSERT INSERT R 4 A6 A4 A2 OUT OUT OUT LISTEN WEDGE MATRIX OUT MONITOR OUT A L B R L/M ST3 ST1 R OUT 11-12 L/M LINE IN R L/M L/M ST4 ST2 INSERT 10 INSERT LINE IN 9 INSERT LINE IN 8 INSERT 7 LINE IN INSERT 6 INSERT LINE IN LINE IN 5 INSERT 4 INSERT LINE IN 2 R LINE IN 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 MIC MIC MIC MIC MIC MIC
The Console Connectors MIC / LINE IN The channel PAD (LINE) switch selects either the MIC INPUT 1 2 +IN MIC - IN 3 TIP +IN RING -IN LINE XLR or the LINE TRS jack as the input source. The XLR is normalled through the TRS jack. This means that the XLR can be used for microphone or line level signals when nothing is plugged into the jack socket. Both inputs are balanced but can be wired to work with unbalanced signals when required.
GROUP (Aux), L, R, M OUT The main console mix outputs are on balanced XLR. These produce +4dBu when the meters read ‘0’. The M output can be switched to provide a mono sum of the post-fade L and R signals, or the PFL/AFL engineer’s wedge output. The L and R outputs typically feed the house PA system in live sound mixing, or a 2-track recorder in studio mixing. In FOH mode, the M output can provide an additional feed for a mono fill speaker or zone, or be used as the main feed into a mono PA.
The MONO Input Channel +48V PAD (LINE) 0 20 30 40 GAIN 50 - 10 10 60 40 HPF HF -15 1k 3k +15 4k 700 HM 6k 500Hz -15 70 15k 180 +15 250 45 LM 400 35Hz 1k -15 +15 LF +48V Switches +48VDC to the channel input XLR for powering microphones or DI boxes that need phantom power. The power is current limited through 6k8 ohm resistors to pins 2 and 3.
+48V PAD (LINE) 0 20 30 40 GAIN 50 - 10 10 60 40 HPF HF -15 1k 3k +15 4k 700 HM 6k 500Hz -15 70 15k 180 +15 250 400 45 LM 35Hz 1k -15 +15 LF -15 AUX SENDS These rotary controls adjust how much channel signal is mixed to the aux outputs. Each of the 6 auxes has its own control. They adjusts from fully off to +6dB boost. Unity gain 0dB is marked at 3 o’clock position. Auxes 1-4, 5-6 are switched pre/post.
The STEREO Input Channel -5 GAIN 0 5 -10 10 -20 16 OO ON TO TO LR 13-14 (ST3+ST4) -5 GAIN 0 5 -10 10 -20 16 OO ST1, ST3 Unbalanced TRS inputs. The GAIN control adjusts from ON fully off to +16dB gain. Press the ST1(3) switch to turn the input on. HF -15 +15 -15 +15 -15 +15 HM LM LF -15 +15 EQ IN AUX 1 OO +6 OO +6 OO +6 OO +6 AUX Routing mode switch Recessed switch to prevent accidental operation.
The GROUP / AUX Masters AUX 0 1 OO +10 AFL REV GRP1 TO LR = PAN AUX MASTERS Each aux mix has a master level control that adjusts the output level to match external equipment, or trims the monitor, effect or other send without affecting the mix balance. Up to +10dB boost is available above the normal 0dB position. AUX AFL Press AFL to listen to the post-level aux mix in the headphones and local monitor without affecting the main outputs. Note that this becomes the group mix in monitor mode.
The Master Section MIC IN TALKBACK TRIM PHONES MIN MAX OSC/NOISE TRIM 2TRK 0 MIN OO MAX +10 PINK NOISE 1kHz OSC 2TRK TO LR POWER ON +16 +9 +6 +3 0 -3 -6 -9 -12 -16 -20 -30 TB SELECT L-R GRP 1-4 AUX 1-2 R L PFL/AFL AUX 3-4 MONITOR AUX 5-6 0 OO PRESS TO TALK +10 L-R 2TRK AUX 0 5 OO AUX 0 6 +10 OO AFL +10 AFL REV REV 0 M OO +10 PK! +6 0 SIG PK! +6 0 SIG L5 R6 MUTE MUTE AFL AFL 10 10 5 5 0 0 5 5 10 10 20 20 30 30 OO OO 5 levels.
TALKBACK, SIGNAL GENERATOR and MATRIX MIC IN TALKBACK TRIM PHONES MIN MAX OSC/NOISE TRIM TALKBACK Individually assignable talkback is available to all the main outputs. Plug in a suitable cable or gooseneck microphone. A good quality dynamic or condenser vocal microphone is recommended. Note that +48V phantom power is available at the XLR as standard. If you prefer, this can be disabled by repositioning an internal jumper link.
Specifications Performance Maximum output level XLR Jack +26dBu into 600 ohms max load +21dBu into 2k ohm max load Internal headroom Channels Mix Meters Sensitivity Master meters Channel meters 3 colour LED, quasi peak response 0VU = +4dBu at XLR output 12 segment -30 to +16dB 2 segment -12, +16dB (5dB before clip) Frequency response 20Hz to 50kHz THD+n at +10dBu 1kHz Channel to mix out < 0.
Connections Mono channel XLR balanced pin 2 hot TRS balanced, tip hot Pad out (MIC) Pad in (MIC or LINE) Max input level XLR phantom power Sensitivity -60 to +10dBu Sensitivity -40 to +10dBu 2k ohm >10k ohm, -20dB +30dBu +48V, on/off Stereo channel ST1,3 TRS unbalanced ST2,4 TRS balanced >10k ohm, -16 to +20dBu >10k ohm, -16 to +20dBu Talkback mic XLR balanced pin 2 hot Phantom power Sensitivity -50 to -10dBu Internal jumper +48V 2-track return RCA phono, unbalanced >4k ohm, -8 to +4dBu 2-track
AUX 1-6 GRP 1-4 LR PFL WZ3 14:4:2 SYS-LINK CONNECTION SL PHANTOM POWER 4 BAND EQUALISER 48V AFL PK SIG PFL HF GRP/AUX REV GAIN MIC LINE (PAD) -20dB 2= + BALANCED HM HPF + - EQ IN PAN L-R 1-2 LM FADER LINE TIP= + GROUPS / AUX 1-4 3-4 LF TIP= SEND 0dBu AUX OUT +10dB boost AUX MIX TIP= + INSERT AUX SL MUTE +4dBu BAL OPTION IMPEDANCE BALANCED -2dBu METER FADER POST-EQ RING= RETURN PRE-INSERT, PRE-EQ SL A PRE AFL +10dB boost GRP MIX B INSERT PRE GROUP OUT BAL M
User Options The MixWizard has a versatile architecture which should satisfy most applications you may encounter without modification. However, the following internal options provide alternative settings for those applications that may demand them. Access is required to the internal assemblies. For user convenience, pluggable jumper links are used in most places.
Aux pre/post insert / EQ Factory default for MONO CH - AUX PRE/POST EQ L K J I H G F E D C B A PO SW PO SW PR SW PR SW PO PR PO PR AUX 6 5 3-4 1-2 DIR AUX PRE-INSERT/POST-EQ the mono channel pre-fade auxes is pre-insert, preEQ. This is popular with many users mixing monitors from FOH. It prevents the channel EQ and inserted compressors affecting the monitor mix. Move the jumper from A to B to change this to post-insert, post-EQ if preferred. Note that auxes are always post-mute.
MASTER L MASTER R GROUP MATRIX AB BALANCE Output balance options The aux and matrix outputs are impedance balanced as standard operating at nominal -2dBu and with +21dBu maximum drive. They provide similar interference rejection to electronically balanced outputs when connected to balanced equipment inputs. An electronically balanced option is available if you require nominal +4dBu and higher output drive up to +26dBu over very long cable runs.
WZ314:4:2 Cue Sheet Copy and use this page to record your console settings.
