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Q-FX19
User Guide
and Reference Manual
4295 Charter Street
Los Angeles Ca. 90058
www.AmericanAudio.us
Rev. 4/05
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Q-FX19™ CONTENTS MAIN FEATURES....................................................................................................................................2 ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS...............................................................................................................4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.......................................................................................................................5 INTRODUCTION.....................
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Q-FX19™ ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC • The desired voltage may be set with the SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch on the rear UNIT TO RAIN, LIQUIDS, OR MOISTURE panel (using a flat head screw driver). • Do not force the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch as this may cause damage • If the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch does CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK not move smoothly, please contact
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Q-FX19™ ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). intended to alert the user to the presence of important presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the THERE ARE
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Q-FX19™ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 8. Never plug this mixer in to a dimmer pack. 1. For adult use only - Keep out of the reach of children. 9. Do not let insecticides, benzene, or thinner come in contact with the surface of the 2. Water and Moisture - The player should not unit. be used near water - for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet base- 10. This unit is intended for indoor use only, use ment or near a swimming pool, etc. Do not of this
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Q-FX19™ INTRODUCTION Introductions: Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the American Audio® Q-FX19™ 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 bef
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Q-FX19™ UNPACKING Every Q-FX19™ 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 cust
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Q-FX19™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS FRONT PANEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 32 31 30 29 28 27 13 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 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 (27). Note: We recommend that you use a 500-600ohm microphone for the best sound quality. 2. CHANNEL GAIN CONTROL - This adjustment
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Q-FX19™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. 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. 5. 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 m
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Q-FX19™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. 17. 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 PFL (19) function is selected. To select a channels cue function press the PFL BUTTON (19) 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 Pr
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Q-FX19™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. “Q" START SWITCH activates the FADER “Q" START feature. When in the ON position, the FADER “Q" START automatically returns the CD player to the preset CUE POINT. For example; Assuming you have two compatible American Audio™ CD players or a compatible dual CD player connected to channels one and two. When the Fader "Q" Start option is turned on, sliding the crossfader to the far left position will trigger playback on CD player 1.
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Q-FX19™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. REAR PANEL 33 34 36 37 38 35 54 53 47 46 45 44 43 42 41 55 52 51 50 49 48 40 39 33. MAIN POWER SWITCH - This is the main power ON/OFF button. Before main power is applied, be sure you have made all connections to the mixer. Also be sure your amplifier(s) is(are) tuned off. Remember to avoid damaging pops to the speakers, the mixer is turned on first and turned off last. 34. AC VOLTAGE SELECTOR - This switch is used to change the oper
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Q-FX19™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. mode of the LINE LEVEL SELECTOR SWITCH (38). Turntables equipped with MM pickup cartridge (All DJ turntable use MM pick-up cartridges) may be connected to these jacks as long as the LINE LEVEL SELECTOR SWITCH (38) is in the “PHONO 1” position. CD players, Tape Decks and other line level instruments may only be connected to these jacks as long as the LINE LEVEL SELEC- TOR SWITCH (38) is in the “AUX 1” position. Never connect line lev
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Q-FX19™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. (28) must be in the "Line 3" position, to monitor any source connected to these jacks. 47. CHANNEL 4: RCA LINE INPUT JACKS - These Jacks are used for line level inputs. Connect CD players or Tape Decks to line level inputs. Line level musical instruments with stereo outputs such as Rhythm Machines or Samplers should also be connected to line level inputs. The red col- ored RCA jack represents the right channel input and the white re
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Q-FX19™ CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. a power cord when the ground prong has been removed or broken off. The ground prong is used to reduce the risk of electrical shock in case of an electrical short. This cord is designed to fit in one direction only. Do not attempt to force a cord if it does not fit, be sure the cord is being inserted properly. Q-FX19™ DSP EFFECT CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 56 79 57 78 77 58 76 75 59 74 60 73 72 61 71 62 + 70 63 69 64 68
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Q-FX19™ DSP EFFECT CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. last heard, but it does not echo the sound. The PHASE effect adds a different tonal defination. The effects have two adjustable parameters, Time Array (TA) (67) and Depth Feedback (DF) (65). 61. ECHO/FILTER BUTTON - This button is used to activate and deactivate either the ECHO or FILTER effect. When the ECHO effect is activated the ECHO/FILTER BUTTON will glow green, when the FILTER effect is selected the button will glow red. The
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Q-FX19™ DSP EFFECT CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont. FLANGER or PITCH SHIFT effect. When the FLANGER effect is activated the button will glow green, when the PITCH SHIFT effect is activated the button will glow red. The FLANGER effect distorts the output signal and creates an effect similar to frequencies phasing in and out of each other. The PITCH SHIFT effect can increase or decrease the playing speed. The effects have two adjustable parameters, Time Array (TA) (67) and Depth Feedba
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Q-FX19™ TYPICAL MIXER SET-UP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 AUTO CUE ELAPSED TOTAL REMAIN CUE . SINGLE LOOP RELOOP T M S F PITCH EJECT/ STOP SCRATCH FLANGER HOLD ECHO TRANS PARAMETER SGL/CTN TIME AUTO CUE 8%/12%/16% ON/OFF CASSETTE DECK SAMPLE PITCH T U R N T A B L E T U R N T A B L E ©American Audio® - www.americanaudio.us - Q-FX19™ Instruction Manual Page 18
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Q-FX19™ TYPICAL MIXER SET-UP RCA to RCA Patch Cables Balanced XLR male to XLR female 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 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. Using the balance
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Q-FX19™ 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
