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™
Q-SPAND
Featuring:
User Guide
and Reference Manual
AMERICAN AUDIO
4295 Charter Street
Los Angeles Ca. 90058
Rev 11/01 www.americandj.com
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Q-SPAND™ UNPACKING Every Q-SPAND™ 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 neces- sary 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
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Q-SPAND™ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS For adult use only - Keep out of the reach of children. Be sure that the local power outlet match that of the required voltage of the unit. Do not attempt to operate this mixer if the power cord has been frayed or damaged. Disconnect from main power before making any type of connection. Do not attempt any service. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Never plug this mixer in to a dimmer pack Always be sure to mount this mi
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Q-SPAND™ QUICK START INSTRUCTIONS INTRODUCTION: American Audio ® would like to thank you for your purchase of this great audio product. For those of you that are too impatient to read the entire user manual we have compiled these quick start instructions. We hope that you will at least read through these instructions to famil- iarize yourself with the basics of this mixer. The Q-Spand™ is part of American Audio’s continuing evolution in audio technology. This unit has been bui
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Q-SPAND™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 891 10 11 12 13 145 16 32 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1. MICROPHONE TREBLE CONTROL - This knob is used to adjust the treble levels of microphones one and two, with a maximum signal gain of 15dB or maximum signal decrease of -30dB. Turning the knob in a counter-clockwise direction will decrease the amount of treble applied to the microphone signal, turning the knob in a clockwise direction will increase the amount o
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Q-SPAND™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 5. SOURCE SELECTOR SWITCH - These are two-position switches. The switches are used to select the input source assigned to each channel. Each channel may only be assigned one input source at a time. 6. CHANNEL GAIN CONTROL - This adjustment is used to adjust an audio source signal input gain for a channel. Never use the gain control to adjust output volume. Setting the gain level properly will ensure a clean output signal. An improper gain level
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Q-SPAND™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Process. SRS retrieves the spatial information from recordings and restores the original three-dimen- sional sound fi eld. As a result, the reproduced sound is much closer to a live performance. Like live performances, SRS has no critical listening position (sweet spot). Listeners can move around the room and continue to be immersed in full three-dimensional sound. A microphone does not possess the abil- ity to interpret the direction a sound is co
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Q-SPAND™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 25. 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 Cue function is selected. To select a channels cue function depress the Cue Button (10) 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 togeth
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Q-SPAND™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS REAR PANEL 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 33. AC VOLTAGE SELECTOR - This switch is used to change the operating voltage. Operating volt- age can be toggled between 120V/50Hz or 220V/60Hz. Always be sure the selector is set to the proper voltage for your area before attempting to operate the unit. 34. AC CONNECTION - This connector is used to supply main power to the unit via the included detachable power cord. Use
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Q-SPAND™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 40. REC OUT - This is a low current unbalanced output source designed for various tape and CD recorders. The Record Out (REC OUT) level is dictated by the Channel Fader Level (9), it is not infl u- enced by the Master Volume Control (26). 41. CHANNEL 4: LINE 4 RCA INPUT JACKS - These Jacks are used for line level inputs. Connect CD players or Tape Decks to LINE inputs. Line level musical instruments with stereo outputs such as Rhythm Machines or S
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Q-SPAND™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 47. CHANNEL 2 LINE LEVEL SELECTOR SWITCH - This switch is used to change the mode of Channel 2: Phono 2 Input/Aux 2 Jacks (46). When connecting turntable to the Channel 2: Phono 2 Input/Aux 2 Jacks (46) be sure this switch is in the PHONO position, and when using line level input devices be sure this switch is in the AUX position. Always be sure main power is shut off before change the position of the Line Level Selector Switch. 48. CHANNEL 1: L
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Q-SPAND™ Typical Mixer Set-Up CASSETTE DECK TURNTABLE TURNTABLE ©American Audio® - www.americandj.com - Q-SPAND™ Instruction Manual Page 12
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Q-SPAND™ Typical Mixer Set-Up RCA to RCA Patch Cables Balanced XLR-XLR 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 amplifi er. Always use the balanced output jacks whenever possible. The balanced output jacks should always be used for cable runs in excess of 10 feet. Using the balanced jacks will ensure a clean s
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Q-SPAND™ Cleaning Due to fog residue, smoke, and dust, cleaning the mixer should be carried out periodically to optimize light output. 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. Clean should be carried out every 30-60 days. 4. Always be sure to
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Q-SPAND™ Warranty The Q-SPAND™ carries a two 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 out toll free number. 2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY A.
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Q-SPAND™ Specifications Model: Q-SPAND 4 Channel Mixer POWER SUPPLY: AC 120/220V, 50/60Hz Selectable DIMENSIONS: 482 x 176 x 72mm WEIGHT: 7 Lbs. / 2.8 kg CROSSFADER: Feather Fader Plus - VCA detecting fader start control - Low grounding impedance crossfader POWER CONSUMPTION: 5W typical, 7W w/ full headphone output HEADPHONE IMPEDANCE: 16 Ohms ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITION: Operating Temperature: 5 to 35 deg. C; Humidity: 25 to 85% RH (non-condensing); Storage
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©American Audio Supply American Audio World Headquarters: 4295 Charter Street Los Angeles, CA 90058 USA Tel: 323-582-2650 Fax: 323-582-2610 Web: www.americandj.com E-mail: info@americandj.com SRS, WOW and the symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. SRS technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.
