Qu-Pac Getting Started Guide
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1. Resoring NE MIXET iirinn a aa iia a 18 9 1 Reset Mix Settings A starting point for MI X INg sssssssssesssnrrrsesssrrrrrrnnssrrrrrrnnssrnrrreeessnnrnnne 18 9 2 oystem Hard RESE l eesriie a e teens aeatece eerinteeeeeecee 19 About this guide This is the Getting Started Guide for the Allen amp Heath Qu Pac rack mount digital mixer For more information about Qu Pac setup and mixing functions please refer to the Qu Mixer Reference Guide available for download from the Allen amp Heath website www allen heath com Please Note This guide refers to Qu firmware V1 7 Please refer to the Allen amp Heath website for the latest version of firmware and this guide For information on the AR2412 AR84 and AB168 remote AudioRacks please refer to their user guides Qu Pac Geiting Started Guide 5 AP9815 iss1 3 Introduction a m ee Qu Pac is part of the Allen amp Heath Qu Series of digital mixers It is a faderless version with the same local connections as the Qu 16 but features the Qu 32 mix engine and can therefore be expanded to 32 channels using an optional AudioRack linked via the dSNAKE Cat5 digital snake Qu Pac is intended for wireless live mixing for example using an iPad It can also be fully controlled using its front panel touch screen Qu Pac has many applications where a compact solution is required Compact live mixer for wireless remote mixing Band mixer for side of stage live mixi2. main LR mix It is post fader and therefore affected by the LR master fader AES output 2 Channel AES Audio Engineering Society digital audio standard output for connection using an XLR cable to equipment fitted with an AES input Use the Setup Output Patch Surface screen to patch outputs to the AES socket o USB B port USB type B socket for 32 channel bi directional audio streaming and MIDI control between the mixer and a computer running DAW digital audio workstation software Use the Setup Output Patch USB Audio screen to patch mixer signals Qu Drive and USB B streaming share the same patch It is typical to set the channel source to Insert Sends pre processing for live recording or Direct Outs set post for DAW recording Refer to the Allen amp Heath web site for information on Windows and Apple Mac drivers available for Qu dSNAKE port Proprietary Allen amp Heath digital snake single Cat5 cable connection for remote audio using optional AR2412 AR84 or AB168 AudioRacks and for personal monitoring using ME 1 personal monitor mixers Note Qu Pac has the same connectors as the Qu 16 mixer but the processing engine of the Qu 32 Use dSNAKE to access the additional 17 32 inputs and dedicated Group and Matrix outputs Use the Setup Output Patch dSNAKE screen to patch mixer outputs to the AudioRack sockets Use the Setup Output Patch Monitor screen to patch channels to the ME monitor system
3. Heath website transferred to USB key and then loaded into the Qu mixer using the Firmware Update utility Read the Release Notes that come with the firmware e Check the Allen amp Heath website for the latest version of Qu Pac firmware Software licence agreement By using this Allen amp Heath product and the software within it you agree to be bound by the terms of the relevant End User Licence Agreement EULA a copy of which can be found on the Allen amp Heath website www allen heath com legal You agree to be bound by the terms of the EULA by installing copying or using the software Further information Please refer to the Allen amp Heath website for further information knowledgebase and technical support You can join our Allen amp Heath Digital Community to share knowledge and information with other Qu users e Check for the latest version of this Getting Started Guide e Download the Qu Series Reference Guide AP9372 General precautions e To prevent damage to the controls and cosmetics avoid placing heavy objects on the control surface scratching the surface or touch screen with sharp objects or rough handling and vibration e Protect the equipment from damage through liquid or dust contamination Cover the mixer when it is not being used for a long period e Computer and touch screen technology can be affected by extreme cold If the equipment has been stored in sub zero temperatures allow time for it to
4. It is typical to set the global Direct Out option to pre fade post mute post processing for these monitor sends Network port For connection to a wireless router access point for live mix control using iOS devices running Allen amp Heath Qu apps You can use one iPad running Qu Pad engineer s mix control and up to 7 iPhones iPad or iPod Touch devices running Qu You musicians personal monitor control Lamp 4 Pin socket to plug a standard 12V 5W or lower power gooseneck lamp to illuminate the connector panel or working space around the mixer We recommend the Allen amp Heath LEDLamp with built in thumbwheel dimmer Power On Off switch Press to switch the mixer on Press again to switch it off AC Mains input IEC socket to plug in a mains lead with moulded plug suitable for your territory A suitable mains lead is shipped with the mixer Note Do not replace the mains plug or modify the lead in any way Do not remove or defeat the ground connection Cable clamp A plastic P clip cable clamp is provided to secure the mains cable Slot the cable in or lock it in place using a star head Torx T20 screwdriver to refit the clamp around the cable Fuse Mains input fuse to protect the mixer circuits in the unlikely event of a failure or excessive power surge Always replace with the same type and rating as printed on the rear panel Kensington lock A slot for fitting a standard Kensington anti theft security devic
5. carry bag AP9931 is available from Allen amp Heath Rubber feet Rack Cased For operating while fitted into a 4U space in a standard 19 equipment rack or flight case Choosing a shallow case with internal depth of 200mm 8 or more would allow easy access to the rear connectors The mixer front panel is angled upwards to allow easier access to the controls while in the rack Qu Pac is shipped with a rack ear kit to convert from free standing to rack operation To fit the rack ears Secure Qu Pac into the rack using 2x M6x16 screws AB0344 and plastic cups AB0345 per side Fit the ears to the case using 2x M4x8 screws per side If necessary remove the 4x rubber feet by prizing the central plastic grommet out using a small flat bladed screwdriver Note Allow adequate air flow around the ventilation slots at the rear and through the inside section of the case Do not block the sides Dimensions Shown in millimetres inches 122 4 8 7 Angle i i 17 degrees Noo j cf C o o co
6. drive for recording and update the mixer firmware Press and hold the Setup key and turn the screen Rotary for the dimmer function to adjust screen and_ indicator brightness e Copy Paste Reset keys These let you copy or reset processing or mix parameters To copy Hold down the Copy key and press the key associated with the parameters you wish to copy Then hold down the Paste key and press Sel key for processing or Mix key for send levels pan and assign of the channel or mix to copy to To Reset Hold down the Reset key and press an associated key Input strip Sel key HPF Gate PEQ Comp Delay Mix strip Sel key PEQ GEQ Comp Delay Master Mix key Send levels Pans Assign touch Scene item in list Scene name and contents Note Copy Reset of Mix does not affect the Pre Post fader settings Custom Select keys 16 Sel keys can be user assigned for quick access to any combination of channels masters and DCAs For example assign only those that you are using for your show Space is provided for a label strip Assign these keys using the Setup Control Custom Sel screen SoftKeys 15 SoftKeys can be user assigned for quick access to various functions such as mutes tap tempo scene recall and navigation Qu Drive transport control PAFL clear or Talk Default is keys 1 4 assigned as Mute Groups 1 4 and key 15 assigned as Talk for talkback to stage Assign these keys using the Setup Control SoftK
7. o 5 p j fe S e e gt ie al EN co a D z O B E ee W aa a on gt x 0 ws i i z Oo Q Z K peann E5 zza Cc O p U ga gt Cc a x om GI wa a L e 2 5 cD n O onr T E y 440 17 32 Free Standing a p 174 6 85 2 4 10 8 to allow for connections Qu Pac Geiting Started Guide 7 AP9815 iss1 5 Rear Panel ALLEN amp IIEATH Qu Pac o Line 16 Line 13 Line 12 Line 11 Line 10 Line 9 Line Line 5 Line 4 Line 3 Line 2 Line 1 8 Line 7 Line 6 y Cp 0 Go GC CH GD OD lt O OQO Mic b J J q J J J J Mic Mic Mic Mic ST2 in ST1 in uM iV e 4 o n R R gt R t z k t 7 7 Deme RRR ee Fem 1 OF Fee OCC me i 3 smemo ayn is 4 curom son coama PROTON tithe i za F ey in em roms m i wet maa OE MOK acra a aa ouan 7 F bd j i aanse ren aouanc UST pr CORRE TED TT a san aaan moa sonereseormenes Lak ner eet OLE A sa Tem s p 7 d usso na 20 e2 JUR Le Local Mic Line inputs 1 16 Plug into either the XLR Microphone or TRS jack Line socket not both The Line input adds a 10dB pad to attenuate very hot signals Mic Line inputs 17 32 can be accessed using an optional AudioRack connected via dSNAKE You can choose the source to Qu Pac channels from these local inputs remote dSNAKE inpu
8. reach normal Operating temperature before use at the venue Recommended operating temperature for Qu is 5 to 35 degrees Celsius e Avoid using the equipment in extreme heat and direct sunlight Make sure the mixer ventilation slots are not obstructed and that there is adequate air movement around the equipment e Clean the surface with a soft brush and dry lint free cloth Do not use chemicals abrasives or solvents e t is recommended that servicing is carried out only by an authorised Allen amp Heath agent Contact details for your local distributor can be found on the Allen amp Heath website Allen amp Heath do not accept liability for damage caused by maintenance repair or modification by unauthorised personnel Qu Pac Geiting Started Guide 3 AP9815 iss1 1 Packed contents Qu Pac Mixer Getting Started Guide AP9815 Safety Sheet AP9240 CL 1 E E E E Read this before starting FEET 19 Rack Ears and screws Mains lead AA9848 L and AA9848 R e Check this is correct for 4x AB0344 M6x16 screws 4x AB0345 M6 cups 4x AB0332 M4x8 screws your territory Options and Accessories available Remote Audio Racks Provides remote audio over dSNAKE Cat5 cable digital snake AR2412 24 Mic Line in 12 Line out AR84 8 Mic Line in 4 Line out Part GLD AR2412 Part GLD ARO804 AB168 16 Mic Line in lt n A LEDiamp 8 Line out Remote o Right angled 4 pin AudioRack PaA X
9. your Qu mixer we strongly recommend that you set a router password to protect your wireless network Note The iOS device remembers the network settings To prevent it connecting again in future without the password for example if you have given a guest engineer access your Qu with their own device select your network in their device Settings Wi Fi menu and use the Forget this network function If you experience connection problems or drop outs You may suffer interference from other wireless networks or equipment in the area Try rebooting the router to pick up a different channel or change its band 2 4 or 5GH Qu Pac Geiting Started Guide 15 AP9815 iss1 Qu Mixer Requirements The Qu mixer firmware and app feature release version numbers must be the same for example V1 6 firmware will not run with the V1 7 app However the maintenance version numbers do not need to be identical for example Qu Pad V1 70 would run with Qu mixer V1 71 Refer to the Allen amp Heath web site for more information and to download the latest Qu mixer firmware Wireless devices Qu Pac supports Apple iOS devices including iPhone4 or later iPad iPad Mini or iPod Touch running iOS7 or later Note Current firmware supports only one iPad running Qu Pad However you can connect up to 7 additional iPhones iPads or iPod Touch devices running the Qu You monitor app Qu Pad is an engineer s mixing tool giving you the freedom to walk the room o
10. ALLEN amp HEATH Ww Pac Before starting please download the latest Qu Pac firmware and documentation from www allen heath com Getting Started Guide Pron Te a 4 im MULTITRACKRECORD PLAY gooxaso roucuscreen a A APAD APP PERSONAL MONITORING APP Live MIXING SYS Qu Y RECALLABLE PREAMP Q Drive TOUCH CONTROL a You 4 Qu Pad Qu YoY For Firmware Version V1 7 Publication AP9815 Limited One Year Manufacturer s Warranty Allen amp Heath warrants the Allen amp Heath branded hardware product and accessories contained in the original packaging Allen amp Heath Product against defects in materials and workmanship when used in accordance with Allen amp Heath s user manuals technical specifications and other Allen amp Heath product published guidelines for a period of ONE 1 YEAR from the date of original purchase by the end user purchaser Warranty Period This warranty does not apply to any non Allen amp Heath branded hardware products or any software even if packaged or sold with Allen amp Heath hardware Please refer to the licensing agreement accompanying the software for details of your rights with respect to the use of software firmware EULA Details of the EULA warranty policy and other useful information can be found on the Allen amp Heath website www allen heath com legal Repair or replacement under the terms of the warranty does not provide right to ext
11. AY jy oe FADER pay ean al Os MRAV er nin 5o H LAR ening FX Sends i n E m IS H LAR PREPOST FX Sends Trigger DIR OUT SENDS MTX Sends FX Send 1 4 Insert FX Return 1 4 part Mono 1 4 Stereo 5 6 7 8 9 10 Mix PAFL Virtual Virtual Virtual ee Outputs FADER ASSIGN PEQ FADER ASSIGN nsert PEQ GEQ COMP DELAY FADER MUTE FX 1 4 MUTE PAN MIX Sends MUTE ASSIGN p Ro Bh 8 PE iss Pa HH a E g a Main LR PAFL Output BAL Outputs Talkback TALKBACK GAIN HPF O i ees non net PEQ GEQ COMP DELAY Myre FADER an W WE N PRE POST MNN no EK wm E n DeLay PFL TRIM PHONES Matrix 1 2 3 4 PAFL Band o oPAeL Output BAL Outputs Virtual LR id PEQ GEQ COMP DELAY MUTE FADER ASSIGN Ww WE Kd H PREPOST SENDS PAFL Qu Pac Getting Started Guide 12 AP9815 iss1 8 Operating Qu Pac 8 1 Mixing using the Front Panel Controls Touch Screen CH1 5 j 17 32 ST FX Grp FX Mix DCA Mute Custom 1 4 al me e Select a channel Press a Custom Sel key or touch a select button in the Channel screen to select a channel for editing Channel screen Select any channel for editing and adjust its fader and send levels using the virtual fader strip and screen rotary control Any Qu channel FX or master can be accessed using the tabs in this screen Each select button also displays the current level mu
12. LR LED lamp with Part AB1608 py built in dimmer Part LEDlampX Cat5 cables For use with SNAKE remote audio AH8822 2m 6 6 short patch AH9651 20m 66 coil AH9650 100m 330 drum Qu Pad app for iPad Qu You app for iOS devices Available from the Apple Store Polyester carry bag Part AP9931 ua F Penn _t va Cae aca Ce aa ee ee e oe a ar ow ver ICID oes amp amp j 3 Eee pes fes e rE Full mix control Personal monitoring I pocodoo Gore fe Hmm Qu Pac Getting Started Guide 4 AP9815 iss1 2 Contents 1 Packed Mele aici a ican ener ete rer cnn ener neo eon ey ene nee ee ee ae eee ee ee 4 2 RO SN etre tee red rosea sages tetas sors E E E EE 5 3 WME OCU Oi erat se cetera een ona ec cee aera ree ce nese A PIAI EE A I A A TENA 6 4 mMetdling Ve AG essenin EEE E Aa 7 9 Kear PaE a E E E E TEE AEAEE ETE 8 6 E Fe i E ete EA I E AAAA I A N E 10 7 A dio Signal Processing srssiseicesrneiiner ni era EOE ASO AR E Era aE aR e 12 8 Operating QUEP AC oicsantsuisnstrcncnisacawninasadnsuienaduntneuntaensiiaies adananiiedusndteiubesdunteatsasupneceestaduceiesweinitainendumavedas 13 8 1 Mixing using the Front Panel Controls ccccesseececceeeseseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaueeseeeeeeseaaneeeeeseeaaas 13 8 2 Mixing using Wireless Control ccccccsccccceccceesssecececeeeeesseeeeeeseeesseeeeeeseeeaesseeeeeessaaesseesesseees 15 8 3 DTE o Ae EE E E E E A E A T lap E T T 17 9
13. affected by the Global filter and Safes settings but it does clear these Are you sure Touch and hold the Reset Mix Settings button for 1 second until the confirmation screen appears This resets the board ready for mixing e All preamps are patched and have nominal mic gain set and phantom power switched off a good start for vocal microphones Refer to the Qu Mixer Reference e All EQ is switched in and set flat ready to start Guide for further information on the adjusting tone reset functions e Gates and compressors are switched out but have their parameters set ready for being switched in for applications such as drum gating and vocal compression e Channels are assigned to the mixes and FX with their faders and send levels turned down ready to start dialling into the mix e The mixes are set pre fade and sourced post EQ pre compressor ready to be used as monitor sends e The FX master and return faders are turned up and default reverbs and delay patched ready for you to hear the effects as soon as you raise a channel send e The Mix master faders are turned up ready to hear sound when you raise a channel send The main LR master is turned down to avoid unexpected loud level in the PA e The Groups are unassigned and their master faders turned down e The Matrix sends are assigned and their master faders turned down Creating your own start settings You can start by resetting the mixer and then e
14. by pressing the key again SoftKeys Use these for quick access to functions such as commonly used mutes recalling specific scenes navigating scenes tap tempo talking to the stage clearing active PAFL and more SoftKeys are assigned using the Setup Control SoftKeys screen Qu Pac Geiting Started Guide 14 AP9815 iss1 8 2 Mixing using Wireless Control Qu Pad engineers live mix control and Qu You musician s personal monitor control apps are available free from the Apple Store for iOS devices including iPad iPhone and iPod Touch Setting up the Qu wireless network The app sends and receives control data over a wireless Wi Fi network This requires a wireless router wireless access point connected to the Qu mixer Network port Qu mixer ALUENSMEATH Lo umj uma walg waj waji wh mb i o g i Loa ee iOS device Qu Network port Cat5 cable Choosing a wireless router For best performance use a dual band 2 4 and 5GHz wireless router wireless access point with auto channel selection Setting up the Qu mixer Network The default setting is DHCP enabled This is recommended as it means that the mixer gets it network IP address automatically from a DHCP enabled router Go to the mixer Setup Network screen to check that DHCP is enabled Setting up the wireless router The default settings of many routers are immediately compatible with the Qu mixer so you should be able to connect quick
15. diting the patching levels and parameters to suit your starting preferences Name and store this as a Scene for example Scene 1 Reset Board Qu Pac Geiting Started Guide 18 AP9815 iss1 9 2 System Hard Reset A power up reset is available if you need to fully reset the Qu mixer settings and memories This could be done to clear the system out before sending the mixer to a client or if you Suspect a system problem To reset mix parameters before starting a show or sound check use a Scene or the Reset Mix Settings function Note A hard reset clears all current settings all scenes User Libraries and User Permissions First turn off the system including amplifiers and Hold for 5 seconds powered speakers while powering up the mixer To hard reset the Qu mixer Press and hold the touch screen Reset and Setup keys together and then power up the mixer Keep the keys pressed for at least 5 seconds while the mixer boots Release the keys The hard reset e Resets the current settings the same as using the scenes screen Reset Mix Settings button e Resets non scene parameters and user preferences to a factory default e Clears scene recall Safes and all Filters e Clears all memories including Scenes User Libraries and User Permissions e Resets the Network IP address and the touch screen calibration Qu Pac Geiting Started Guide 19 AP9815 iss1
16. e Qu Pac Getting Started Guide 9 AP9815 iss1 6 Front Panel ALLEN amp HEATH s B i Soft 13 Som 14 s Touch Screen All live mixing setup and memory management functions can be controlled from the Qu Pac front panel The colour touch screen provides quick access to these functions The top presents tabs for the available pages The bottom presents a toolbar showing status information Screen Rotary Adjusts the value of parameters on screen Touch a parameter It highlights orange to show it is selected Turn the Rotary to adjust its value Fn key Press to open an option pop up page for the currently selected screen lts function if available is shown in the screen toolbar above the key For example the Fn key provides quick access to the Libraries while in Processing screens Live mixing screens These screens provide quick access to live mixing functions such as level control and signal processing Qu Control User assignable custom screen for simple level mute and on off control A user permission can be set so that this is the only control available to the Basic User for example bar staff control of zone music source and level at a venue Processing Follows the active Sel key or button to open the signal processing screens This includes the Preamp Gate Ducker PEQ GEQ Compressor Delay FX parameters and more Processing Routing Follows the active Sel key or button to op
17. e PEQ Compressor Output Delay Insert PEQ GEQ Compressor Note To turn phantom power on or off touch and hold the 48V button for 1 second or longer This is to prevent accidental operation Routing screen Access the routing parameters for the currently selected channel Use the tabs to open the available routing pages Input channel routing pages let you toggle Pre Post fade and assignment On Off settings You can access send levels and pan or alternatively use the Channel screen for quick access to these while mixing Global Direct Output options are also available from the input routing page Set these according to your application for example FX send USB recording source ME personal monitor source Ducker trigger source Mix master routing pages also provide access to global Pre Post On Off mix source select and stereo output Balance control Press the Fn key to access the Mute and DCA Group naming and assignments while in any routing page apart from Matrix Press the Fn key while a Matrix is selected to access the sends to that matrix Screen Rotary Use this to adjust the value of the parameter highlighted in orange on the touch screen The rotary also lets you scroll through selections in menus scene lists and setup spin boxes Ls Fn key Press this key to open a page of additional options if available for the currently selected screen The page function is labelled in the screen above the key Exit the page
18. en the routing assignment screens Channel Follows the active Sel key or button to open a virtual fader strip on screen This replaces the physical Channel faders of the other Qu mixer models It provides a way to o work with the faders when not mixing using an iPad The Channel screen presents tabs and Sel buttons to access any Qu input or output channel and the DCA and Mute Group masters Qu Pac Getting Started Guide 10 AP9815 iss1 System screens These screens provide access to the mixer setup Qu Drive recording and memories Home Pages of housekeeping functions including safe Shut Down Lock Surface change and set up User Profile view Meters and RTA and work with Qu Drive stereo and multitrack recording and playback FX View load and set up the 4 internal effects units The Back Panel view lets you patch each unit as inserted or send return These can provide reverbs delay and modulation effects types Scenes Name store and recall to from 100 Scene memories You can block selected parameters from scene recall by setting a global as well as per scene Filters You can protect selected channels from recall by making them Safe Setup Access menus to configure Qu Pac Includes PAFL options Talkback Signal Generator Custom Sel keys SoftKeys Network MIDI Output Patching and more You can transfer Scene Library and Show data to a USB storage device calibrate the faders and screen format a USB
19. ension or renewal of the warranty period Repair or direct replacement of the product under the terms of this warranty may be fulfilled with functionally equivalent service exchange units This warranty is not transferable This warranty will be the purchaser s sole and exclusive remedy and neither Allen amp Heath nor its approved service centres shall be liable for any incidental or consequential damages or breach of any express or implied warranty of this product Conditions Of Warranty The equipment has not been subject to misuse either intended or accidental neglect or alteration other than as described in the User Guide or Service Manual or approved by Allen amp Heath Any necessary adjustment alteration or repair has been carried out by an authorised Allen amp Heath distributor or agent The defective unit is to be returned carriage prepaid to the place of purchase an authorised Allen amp Heath distributor or agent with proof of purchase Please discuss this with the distributor or the agent before shipping If the unit is to be repaired in a different country to that of its purchase the repair may take longer than normal whilst the warranty is confirmed and parts are sourced Units returned should be packed in the original carton to avoid transit damage DISCLAIMER Allen amp Heath shall not be liable for the loss of any saved stored data in products that are either repaired or replaced Check with your Allen amp Heat
20. eys screen o ST3 Input Convenient front panel stereo mini jack input for plugging in a local playback source such as an iPod phone or laptop Qu Drive USB socket For Scene Library and Show data transfer and also for stereo or 18 track multitrack recording direct to a USB storage device Note Qu Drive audio recording and multitrack playback require the USB storage device to support high sustained transfer rates Not all USB devices will guarantee flawless performance To find out more please refer to the Understanding Qu Drive and USB document in the Qu Knowledgebase on the Allen amp Heath web site Qu Pac Geiting Started Guide 11 AP9815 iss1 Phones Level trim and standard 1 4 jack socket for plugging in headphones to listen to the mixer PAFL monitor signal 12 Alt Out Level control for the stereo alternative local output available on the rear panel The source to this output is patched using the Setup Output Patch Surface screen For example you could access a stereo Matrix output here Note For more information on setting up and operating Qu Pac download the Qu Mixer Reference Manual from the Allen amp Heath web site 7 Audio Signal Processing The following diagram shows the available Qu Pac signal flow and processing A more detailed diagram and further information is available within the Qu Mixer Reference Guide which can be downloaded from the Allen amp Heath website All
21. h distributor or agent for any additional warranty information which may apply If further assistance is required please contact Allen amp Heath Ltd Compatibility directive 2004 108 EC and the European Low Voltage C Qu Series products comply with the European Electromagnetic directive 2006 95 EC Any changes or modifications to the product not approved by Allen amp Heath could void the compliance of the product and therefore the users authority to operate it Qu Pac Getting Started Guide AP9815 Issue 1 Copyright 2014 Allen amp Heath All rights reserved ALLEN amp HEATH Allen amp Heath Limited Kernick Industrial Estate Penryn Cornwall TR10 9LU UK http www allen heath com Qu Pac Geiting Started Guide 2 AP9815 iss1 IMPORTANT Read these instructions before starting Safety instructions Before starting read the Important Safety Instructions printed on the sheet supplied with the equipment For your own safety and that of the operator technical crew and performers follow all instructions and heed all warnings printed on the sheet and on the equipment panels System operating firmware The function of the Qu mixer is determined by the firmware operating software that runs it Firmware is updated regularly as new features are added and improvements made The firmware version current when this guide was released is noted in the Contents section The latest firmware can be downloaded from the Allen amp
22. input and output channels have the processing shown here at all times For example every mix has a 1 3 octave Graphic EQ a 4 band Parametric EQ Compressor and Delay No need to patch from a limited resource The internal FX provides 4 slots for loading from several effects types available These can used for Send Return effects reverb delay or inserted into any channel or mix A Ducker function is available You can choose to insert either an FX or the Ducker at the input channel or Group insert points Each channel can have its own settings single mode or multiple channels can share the same settings ganged mode Qu Pac SIGNAL FLOW o Cat5 Digital Snake to AudioRack dSNAKE Remote access to any Input Output including CH17 32 Group and MIX Outputs Mic Line Inputs Line Inputs Po Line Outputs AES Out Je 16 STi ST2 Qu Drive 2Trk Alt Out l l Playback Record l PREAMP uC nO ST3 Stereo 18 trk tereo 18 trk Mix 1 a 10 I L L FoC IRET ONN pe am l R Stream Stream R R eee f 32 ch 832ch PEENE EE eee 4 a Local Inputs dSNAKE USB USB dSNAKE Local Outputs Channel SOURCE Inputs Mix Masters LR post Output PATCH Input CH1 32 ST1 3 PAFL Seance Group 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 PAFL r Output BAL L R Virtual l Virtual pan SS nia oe Outputs LR l l l TRIM POL Inset HPF GATE PEQ COMP DELAY ppg FADER pay ASSIGN sy Sends Insert PEQ GEQ COMP DEL
23. ly However if you wish to change settings then you will need to access the router setup utility by connecting it to a PC or Mac using a wired LAN network connection Follow the instructions provided by the wireless router manufacturer Wireless router DHCP settings Check that the router is set for DHCP so that it automatically allocates a compatible IP address to your iOS device This is the default setting for most routers Wireless security To prevent other people accessing your Wi Fi we recommend you enable WPA WPA2 encryption and set a wireless key password SSID This is the name broadcast by the wireless router to help identify it in the network list you will see in the device Settings Wi Fi page Positioning your wireless router It is important that your iOS device operates within the specified range and in line of sight of the wireless router Place it high up to avoid obstacles such as people and equipment Avoid locating it behind pillars or walls near metal beams or on top of loudspeakers Connecting to the wireless router Make sure the iOS device Wi Fi is turned ON in its Settings screen Choose your wireless router from those shown in the Network list Enter the password to connect to the router After a few moments a tick should appear to show it has successfully connected to the wireless network Check that the icon in the top toolbar shows good Wi Fi signal strength Note To prevent unauthorised control of
24. ng personal monitoring live and DAW multitrack recording Installed mixer with user logins for live event technician and non technical staff zone control Corporate event mixing Free standing or 19 4U rack mount rack ears supplied 16 Mic Line inputs expandable to 32 via SNAKE digital snake and optional AudioRacks 3 stereo Line inputs 12 mixes 4 mono 3 stereo LR 4 stereo groups 2 stereo matrix 4 internal FX engines with dedicated return channels 4 Mute groups 4 DCA groups Input processing Preamp HPF Gate PEQ Compressor Delay Ducking Output processing PEQ Graphic EQ Compressor Delay 100 Scene memories with recall filters safes and USB data transfer Qu Drive for stereo and 18 track recording playback to USB hard drive 32 in 32 out USB streaming MIDI DAW control Qu Pad engineer s mixing wireless remote app for iPad Qu You personal monitoring app for iPhone iPad iPod Touch Compatible with the Allen amp Heath ME personal mixing system Customisable 15 SoftKeys 16 Sel keys Qu Control screen User permissions and login to enable operator access required Qu Pac Geiting Started Guide 6 AP9815 iss1 4 Installing Qu Pac Free Standing For operating while on a desk shelf or other flat surface Make sure the 4 rubber feet are fitted Allow space at the sides and rear for ventilation The mixer can be transported in a purpose designed padded bag or flight case Optional polyester Qu Pac padded
25. r stage and control the sound where it is needed For example for discrete mixing at corporate events for live show mixing in music bars where space and layout do not allow a permanent FOH mix position or for a band to sound check out front and then mix from side of stage LR mix selected CH preamp shown CH PEQ shown Custom Layer setup co E 14 53 Qu You provides personal monitor mix control for musicians and performers on stage The engineer can still keep an eye on and control each mix at the Qu mixer at any time Touch to select a mix Once selected it can be locked to this mix to prevent accidental selection of a different monitor mix EE Master fader and mute for the selected mix Channels can be assigned to up to 4 local groups each with its own thumbwheel level control MAMI HMM Double tap a wheel to access its channel levels pan and meters Connect to the wireless network Connect and power up the wireless router Wait a few minutes for it to establish its broadcast Connect the iOS device to this network Start the app and log in to the Qu mixer The app opens in its Login page You should see your Qu mixer in the list if it is recognised on the wireless network Select this and touch Connect More information Read the app Help Manual by touching the button on its Login page for further instructions on how to set up and operate it Refer to the Knowledgebase and Digital Community on
26. te status and metering providing a useful overview of the mix The virtual fader strip presents a screen version of the physical controls found on the other Qu mixer models This includes the Fader Pan control Mute button Mute DCA group status PAFL button and channel meter Touch the fader to highlight it and use the rotary to adjust its level The current dB value is displayed Touch the Pan control to highlight it and use the rotary to adjust its position Touch PAFL to listen to the channel signal in the headphones monitor and view it on the RIA real time analyser screen Use the Setup Audio PAFL screen to set the PAFL pre fade and after fade listen options You can set a SoftKey to Clear PAFL selections le oes Touch the Mix Select button to choose the A E ame current mix A popup presents a screen layout of ma s the physical Mix keys found on the other Qu models Touch a mix button to change mix Mix Select N a _ lf a mix other than LR is selected then the faders turn blue to show that you are adjusting the channel sends to that mix The mix master select button follows the current mix Qu Pac Geiting Started Guide 13 AP9815 iss1 Processing screen Access the processing for the currently selected channel Touch the top part of the screen to open the page for each processing type Touch a parameter box to highlight it and use the rotary to adjust its value Input Preamp Linking Insert Delay Gat
27. the screen press Apply to save and exit or Cancel to exit without saving Note Qu Control settings are stored to USB device as part of the Show file They are not stored in Scene memories User Permissions Three user profiles are available The Admin User can set access for the Standard and Basic Users Various parameters can be blocked and passwords can be set Go to the Home User screen to set user permissions or log in as a different user Example Admin User Engineer in charge of the installation Standard User Mixes live shows blocked from setup functions Basic User Controls background music only Qu Pac Geiting Started Guide 17 AP9815 iss1 9 Resetting the Mixer There are two ways to reset the Qu settings to give you a known starting point 9 1 Reset Mix Settings A starting point for mixing This button in the Scenes screen resets the mixer to a known starting point for mixing It provides a quick way EC ER to reset the processing mixes and patching before a 42 OpenMic 7 show or after another user has finished with it Global Filter Safes 13 Function 14 All Scene parameters are reset to a factory default Parameters that are not stored in scenes are not affected This reset does not affect existing scenes and libraries stored in the mixer lf you want to keep your current settings then save curr 18 Poll these as a Scene before resetting the mixer Note This reset is not
28. the Allen amp Heath web site Qu Pac Getting Started Guide 16 AP9815 iss1 8 3 Qu Control Qu Control is a custom assignable screen to present just the few controls needed for basic operation For example to control background music source and level within a music bar It can be associated with the Qu Basic User with permissions set by the Admin user so that only this screen is available for non technical bar staff to adjust the background music Access to the live mixing and setup functions can be locked out for the Basic User Qu Control key Press to open the Qu Control screen Buttons and level controls configured by the Admin user are presented Tabs allow access to up to 5 custom screens If a screen has no controls assigned then it is not available to the user Touch a button to toggle its state Touch a level control to highlight it and adjust it using the screen rotary Setup page Press the Fn key to open the Qu Control setup page for the currently active tab This is only available to the Admin User Functions can be assigned to up to 15 positions arranged as a grid of 3 rows with 5 Function columns If a position is unassigned then it will appear blank in the user screen Touch to open the Function list You can choose mutes level or assignments On Off associated with channels or mixes Touch and spin the rotary to scroll through the channels or mixes Once you have finished assigning
29. ts Qu Drive USB playback or USB streaming from a computer Note To avoid loud thumps mute the channel before plugging in mic cables or equipment while 48V phantom power is turned on Local Stereo inputs ST1 ST2 The L input normals switches through the R input jack so that you can work with a mono source by plugging into just the L M input To work with RCA phono connections use jack to RCA converter plugs Talkback input Dedicated input for plugging in a microphone for the engineer to talk to stage monitors or house Use the Setup Audio Talkback screen to set its gain HPF 48V and route to the various mixes Local Mix outputs These are dedicated XLR outputs for mono Mix 1 4 and stereo Mix 5 6 7 8 and 9 10 These mixes can also be patched to other sockets and dSNAKE Dedicated Group and Matrix outputs are not available locally However these can be patched locally to the Alt Out and AES outputs and via dSNAKE to remote AudioRack sockets Local LR outputs Left and Right XLR output of the main stereo mix LR can also be patched to other sockets and dSNAKE e Alt output Stereo alternative jack output with dedicated front panel level control Use the Setup Output Patch Surface screen to patch an output pair For example you could patch a stereo Group Matrix or local PAFL monitor speakers Qu Pac Getting Started Guide 8 AP9815 iss1 2TRK output Dedicated stereo recording jack output that follows the
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