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ALLEN & HEATH 14:4:2 MixWizard WZ3

ALLEN & HEATH 14:4:2 MixWizard WZ3
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SERVICE INFORMATION
Publication AP5938
14:4:2
3
MixWizard WZ
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ALLEN & HEATH 14:4:2 MixWizard WZ3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeAnalog Mixer
ModelMixWizard WZ3 14:4:2
Channels14
Buses4
Mic Inputs8
Line Inputs6
Phantom PowerYes
Direct OutputsYes
Other Inputs2 (Stereo)
Main Outputs2
Other Outputs4
EQ Bands3
ConnectorsXLR, TRS

Summary

Allen & Heath MixWizard WZ3 14:4:2 Service Information

Service Information

Provides technical details for servicing the MixWizard WZ3 14:4:2 mixer.

Introduction and Additional Resources

Additional Resources

Lists web resources, contact information, and related documentation for the mixer.

General Servicing Precautions

Service Personnel and Facilities

Guidelines for qualified personnel and safe workspace requirements for servicing.

Mains Power and Cord Safety

Instructions for connecting equipment to correct mains power and cord safety.

Unit Opening and Closing Procedures

Steps for safely opening and correctly closing the unit after service.

Testing and Shipping Guidelines

Procedures for testing the unit after service and safely packing for shipping.

Servicing Notes: Technology and Fault Finding

Details on PCB technology, operation checks, and fault tracing methods.

Historical Change Log

Assembly Change Details

Lists historical changes made to assemblies with serial numbers and dates.

Internal Layout and Part Numbers

Product and Assembly Part Numbers

Lists product model numbers and part numbers for main assemblies.

PCB Part Numbers

Lists part numbers for various PCBs: PSU, Mono, Connector, Group, Stereo, Left, Right, SYS-LINK.

Surface Parts Identification

Front Panel Components

Identifies various knobs, buttons, switches, LEDs, and faders on the surface.

Connector and Potentiometer Details

Details on connectors, potentiometers, and associated part numbers.

Rear Panel and Chassis Components

InputOutput Connectors

Identifies rear panel connectors like XLR, Phono, Jack, and Mains IEC.

Power and Switch Components

Details on the mains switch, fuse holder, and power input specifications.

Circuit Schematics - Overview

Input and Output Signal Paths

Schematics for Phantom Power, Mic/Line, Dual Stereo, Groups/Aux, Matrix, Monitor, and 2-Track.

Talkback and SYS-LINK Connections

Schematics for Talkback Mic input and SYS-LINK connection points.

PSU PCB Schematic

Power Supply Circuit Components

Details of components like transformer, chokes, bridge rectifier, and ICs.

Power Rails and Connectors

Designations for power rails (+15V, -15V, +10V, +48V) and connectors (CN1, CN2).

MixWizard 3 PSU PCB Layout

PSU PCB Component Placement

Diagram showing the physical layout of components on the PSU PCB.

Mono Input PCB Schematic

Mono Input Circuitry

Schematic details for input stages, including potentiometers, switches, and ICs.

Component Designations and Settings

Identification of resistors, capacitors, LEDs, switches, and jumper settings.

Connector PCB Schematic Details

Connector Pinouts and Functions

Detailed breakdown of connectors CN100, CN101, CN102, CN103 and their signals.

Circuitry for InputOutput Signals

Schematic details for Insert Send/Return, Line I/O, Microphone, and Direct Output.

Connector PCB Schematic Details (Cont.)

Connector CN100, CN101, CN102 Pinouts

Details pin assignments for CN100, CN101 (Jack V5M) and CN102 (Jack V3M).

Circuitry for Mic and Line Signals

Schematic for microphone and line signal paths, including phantom power.

Connector PCB Schematic Details (Cont. 2)

Connector CN100, CN101, CN102 Pinouts

Details pin assignments for CN100, CN101 (Jack V5M) and CN102 (Jack V3M).

Circuitry for Mic and Line Signals

Schematic for microphone and line signal paths, including phantom power.

Connector PCB Schematic Details (Cont. 3)

Connector CN100, CN101, CN102 Pinouts

Details pin assignments for CN100, CN101 (Jack V5M) and CN102 (Jack V3M).

Circuitry for Mic and Line Signals

Schematic for microphone and line signal paths, including phantom power.

Connector PCB Schematic Details (Cont. 4)

Connector CN100, CN101, CN102 Pinouts

Details pin assignments for CN100, CN101 (Jack V5M) and CN102 (Jack V3M).

Circuitry for Mic and Line Signals

Schematic for microphone and line signal paths, including phantom power.

Connector PCB Schematic Details (Cont. 5)

Connector CN100, CN101, CN102 Pinouts

Details pin assignments for CN100, CN101 (Jack V5M) and CN102 (Jack V3M).

Circuitry for Mic and Line Signals

Schematic for microphone and line signal paths, including phantom power.

Connector PCB Schematic Details (Cont. 6)

Connector CN100, CN101, CN102 Pinouts

Details pin assignments for CN100, CN101 (Jack V5M) and CN102 (Jack V3M).

Circuitry for Mic and Line Signals

Schematic for microphone and line signal paths, including phantom power.

Connector PCB Schematic Details (Cont. 7)

Connector CN100, CN101, CN102 Pinouts

Details pin assignments for CN100, CN101 (Jack V5M) and CN102 (Jack V3M).

Circuitry for Mic and Line Signals

Schematic for microphone and line signal paths, including phantom power.

Connector PCB Schematic Details (Cont. 8)

Connector CN100, CN101, CN102 Pinouts

Details pin assignments for CN100, CN101 (Jack V5M) and CN102 (Jack V3M).

Circuitry for Mic and Line Signals

Schematic for microphone and line signal paths, including phantom power.

Connector PCB Schematic Details (Cont. 9)

Connector CN100, CN101, CN102 Pinouts

Details pin assignments for CN100, CN101 (Jack V5M) and CN102 (Jack V3M).

Circuitry for Mic and Line Signals

Schematic for microphone and line signal paths, including phantom power.

Connector PCB Schematic Details (Cont. 10)

Connector CN100, CN101, CN102 Pinouts

Details pin assignments for CN100, CN101 (Jack V5M) and CN102 (Jack V3M).

Circuitry for Mic and Line Signals

Schematic for microphone and line signal paths, including phantom power.

Connector PCB Schematic Details (Cont. 11)

Connector CN200-CN207 Pinouts

Details pin assignments for CN200-CN207 (Jack V5M) and their signal connections.

Stereo Input Signal Paths

Schematic showing signal paths for stereo inputs.

Connector PCB Schematic Details (Cont. 12)

Connector CN300-CN313 Pinouts

Details pin assignments for CN300-CN313 (XLR/Jack) and group/aux outputs.

Group and Auxiliary Output Circuits

Schematic for group and auxiliary output signal paths.

Connector PCB Schematic Details (Cont. 13)

Connector CN400-CN413 Pinouts

Details pin assignments for CN400-CN413 (XLR/RCA/Jack) and master outputs.

Mixer and Track Output Circuits

Schematic for mix outputs, mono outputs, and 2-track I/O.

Group PCB Schematic

Group Input and Output Stages

Schematic for group inputs (AUX1-4) and outputs (Group 1-4).

PFLAFL and Meter Circuits

Schematic for PFL/AFL signal paths and meter indication.

Group PCB Schematic (Cont.)

Matrix Submix and Output Circuits

Schematic for matrix submix, matrix output, and balanced output drivers.

SYS-LINK Connector Interface

Details of the SYS-LINK connector and its interface to other PCBs.

Stereo Input PCB Schematic

Stereo Input Channel Circuits

Schematic for stereo input channels, including potentiometers, switches, and ICs.

SUM and MIX Circuitry

Schematic for MIXL, MIXR SUM and MIX circuits.

Stereo Input PCB Schematic (Cont.)

PFLAFL and Meter Circuits

Schematic for PFL/AFL signal paths and meter indication.

Mono Output and Local Monitor Circuits

Schematic for mono output and local monitor signal paths.

Left PCB Schematic

Input and Output Stages

Schematic for input (AUX5, MIXL) and output (AUX5_OUT, MIXL_OUT) stages.

PFLAFL and Metering Circuits

Schematic for PFL/AFL signal paths and meter indication.

Left PCB Schematic (Cont.)

NoiseOscillator and Talkback Circuits

Schematic for noise/oscillator generation and talkback microphone input.

SYS-LINK Connector Interface

Details of the SYS-LINK connector and its interface to other PCBs.

Right PCB Schematic

Input and Output Stages

Schematic for input (AUX6, MIXR) and output (AUX6_OUT, MIXR_OUT) stages.

PFLAFL and Metering Circuits

Schematic for PFL/AFL signal paths and meter indication.

Right PCB Schematic (Cont.)

Mono Output and Local Monitor Circuits

Schematic for mono output and local monitor signal paths.

LM339 Comparator Circuits

Schematic detailing LM339 comparator circuits for various functions.

SYS-LINK PCB Schematic

SYS-LINK InputOutput Circuits

Schematics for SYS-LINK inputs and outputs for Aux, Group, Mix, and PFL signals.

Master PCB Interface

Details of the SYS-LINK connector interface to the master PCB.

SYS-LINK PCB Schematic (Cont.)

Input Signal Conditioning

Schematic for conditioning input signals for Mix, Group, and PFL paths.

Output Signal Buffering

Schematic for buffering output signals for various paths.

ECN 1005: Left PCB TBOsc to Grp Value Change

Details of Change

Describes changes to TC links and component additions for improved performance.

ECN 1012: Conn PCB Up-issue to iss.2

Details of Change

PCB up-issue from iss.1 to iss.2, changing resistor values for correct levels.

ECN 1022: Mono Input PCB Noise Performance

Details of Change

Change in resistors to stabilize pre-amp noise performance.

ECN 1023: PSU Regulator Assembly Changes

Details of Change

Modifications to heatsink nutserts and addition of insulating kits.

ECN 1029: PSU PCB Current Sense Resistor Value Change

Details of Change

Change in resistor values for improved audio noise performance.

ECN 1030: Stereo Input PCB Up-issue to iss.2

Details of Change

Up-issue PCB to increase via sizes for better test fixture contact.

ECN 1035: Connector PCB Up-issue to iss.2

Details of Change

PCB up-issue to resolve incorrect normalising function for stereo inputs.

ECN 1040: PSU PCB Noise Modification

Details of Change

Addition of a TC link to stabilize hum performance.

ECN 1041: Pink Noise Modification

Details of Change

Changes to capacitor and resistor values for stabilizing pink noise.

ECN 1043: Left PCB Up-issue to iss.2

Details of Change

PCB up-issue with value changes, component addition, and via size updates.

ECN 1045: Right PCB Up-issue to iss.2 (Power On LED)

Details of Change

PCB up-issue to add a power on LED and adjust vias.

ECN 1052: Revised W3 Power Supply Modification

Details of Change

Addition of H12 sleeving to prevent shorting on previous TC link mods.

ECN 1055: PSU PCB Up-issue to iss.3

Details of Change

PCB up-issue for performance/reliability with component and value changes.

ECN 1062: Connector Panel Changes

Details of Change

Adjustments to connector chassis, blanking plate, and tape addition for clearance.

ECN 1065: Meter Stabilising

Details of Change

Change in resistors to ensure LEDs turn off with no signal present.

ECN 1066: SYSLINK Cross Talk Fix

Details of Change

Hand modifications to SYSLINK PCBs to prevent cross talk on group inputs.

ECN 1067: FrontBase Panel Up-issue

Details of Change

Move and add holes in panels for visual enhancement and screw change.

ECN 1072: 2-Track Output Level Change

Details of Change

Change in resistors to enhance the performance of the 2-track output.

ECN 1083: PSU Heatsink Changes

Details of Change

Changes to heatsink mounting bushes to prevent PCB damage and shorts.

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