Q-FXPRO User Guide and Reference Manual 12/06 4295 Charter Street Los Angeles Ca. 90058 www.AmericanAudio.
Q-FXPRO CONTENTS MAIN FEATURES....................................................................................................................................2 ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS................................................................................................................3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS........................................................................................................................5 INTRODUCTION..........................................................
Q-FXPRO 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-FXPRO 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-FXPRO 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-FXPRO INTRODUCTION Introductions: Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the American Audio® Q-FXPRO 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-FXPRO UNPACKING Every Q-FXPRO 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-FXPRO CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS FRONT PANEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 33 12 32 31 13 30 14 29 15 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 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 (29). Note: We recommend that you use a 500-600ohm microphone for the best sound quality. 2.
Q-FXPRO CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. 5. CHANNEL MIDRANGE CONTROL - This knob is used to adjust the midrange levels of a channel 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. 6.
Q-FXPRO CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. 13. LCD SCREEN - FOR INFORMATION SEE PAGE 15. 14. BEAT SELECT BUTTONS/BEAT DISPLAY - This button is used to set the delay time of an effect to the beat of music. The display indicates the beat ratio that has been set for an effect. The beat ratios are 1/2, 3/4, 1/1, 2/1, 4/1, and 8/1. It also changes the TIME PARAMETER according to the measured BPM of the effector. 15. TAP BUTTON - This button is used to override and manually set a tracks BPM.
Q-FXPRO CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. 24. 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. Turning the knob in a counter-clockwise direction will decrease the amount of bass applied to a channel signal, turning the knob in a clockwise direction will increase the amount of bass applied to a channel signal. 25.
Q-FXPRO REAR PANEL 54 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. 34 53 52 51 50 49 48 47 46 45 44 43 34 35 42 41 38 40 39 38 37 36 34. GND (GROUND TERMINAL) - Be sure to connect turntable ground leads to either or both of the two available ground terminals. This will reduce the humming and popping noises associated with magnetic phono cartridges. 35. MICROPHONE 3 CONNECTOR - This jack is used to a connect a microphone to the mixer. Connect you microphone via this 1/4 inch (6.3mm) jack.
Q-FXPRO CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. 40. CHANNEL 1: LINE 1 INPUT JACKS - DO NOT CONNECT TURNTABLES TO THESE JACKS! CD players, Tape Decks and other line level instruments may be connected to these jacks. The red colored RCA jack represents the right channel input and the white represents the left channel input. Input volume will be controlled by channel three fader. The channel SOURCE SELECTOR SWITCH (2) must be in the "Line 1" position, to monitor any source connected to these jacks. 41.
Q-FXPRO CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. sound system. The output level for these jacks will be controlled by the ZONE VOLUME KNOB (22). These RCA jacks send a low current, unbalanced output signal. These jacks should only be used for shorter cable runs (under 15 feet) to signal processors or looping to another mixer. 48. RCA MASTER OUTPUTS - The Master Output includes a pair XLR BALANCED JACKS (52) as well as a pair of RCA Unbalanced Jacks. The RCA jacks send a low current unbalanced output signal.
Q-FXPRO DSP EFFECT CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 58 57 56 55 55. EFFECTS INDICATOR - When any of the eight effects are in use, these indicators will glow to match any of the eight effects that may be functioning. 56. DEPTH FEEDBACK DISPLAY - The Depth Feedback digital display will indicate the parameter ratio percentage. Turning the DEPTH FEEDBACK KNOB (12) in a clockwise direction will increase your ratio percentage. Turning the knob in a counter-clockwise direction will decrease the ratio percentage. 57.
Q-FXPRO TYPICAL MIXER SET-UP CASSETTE DECK T U R N TA B L E This image details a typical DJ Set Up consisting of a microphone, turntables, CD players, and a tape deck. Note: Turntables can only be connected to the PHONO LEVEL RCA JACKS. Be sure the LINE LEVEL SELECTOR SWITCHES are in the "PHONO" position when using turntables. ©American T U R N TA B L E Audio® - www.americanaudio.
Q-FXPRO TYPICAL MIXER SET-UP RCA to RCA Patch Cables Balanced XLR male to XLR female Cables CASSETTE DECK American Audio V4001™ 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-FXPRO 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-FXPRO TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Shooting: Listed below are common problems you may encounter, and solutions. There is no power to the unit: 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-FXPRO WARRANTY The Q-FXPRO 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-FXPRO SPECIFICATIONS Model: Q-FXPRO 4 Channel Mixer POWER SUPPLY: AC 115v~60Hz/230v~50Hz, User Selectable Single Voltage: AC 100V, 50/60Hz (Japan); AC 110V, 60Hz (Colombia) AC 120V, 60Hz (U.S.A. and Canada); AC 127V, 60Hz (Mexico) AC 220V, 50Hz (Chile and Argentina); AC 240V, 50Hz (Australia) AC 220V, 60Hz (Philippines and Korea) AC 230V, 50Hz (Europe, U.K., New Zealand, South Africa, and Singapore) DIMENSIONS: WEIGHT: CROSSFADER: POWER CONSUMPTION: HEADPHONE IMPEDANCE: OPERATING TEMPERATURE: 482.
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