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ALLEN & HEATH MixWizard WZ3 12M User Manual

ALLEN & HEATH MixWizard WZ3 12M
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USER GUIDE
Publication AP6769
16 Input 12 Mix Monitor Console
MixWizard WZ
3
12M
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ALLEN & HEATH MixWizard WZ3 12M Specifications

General IconGeneral
Channels12
TypeAnalog
Mic Inputs8
Stereo Inputs2
Aux Sends4
Phantom PowerYes
Faders100mm
Outputs - Main2
EQ3-band
Master Outputs2

Summary

Limited One Year Warranty

Conditions Of Warranty

Details the conditions for the product warranty, including installation, misuse, and repair.

Important Safety Instructions

Mains Plug Wiring

General Precautions

Handling and Environmental Precautions

Advice on preventing damage, environmental considerations, cleaning, and transport.

Hearing Safety Advice

Guidance to avoid hearing damage from high volume sound exposure.

Introduction

Front Panel Layout

Console Controls Overview

Diagram and labels of the console's front panel controls and indicators.

Introducing the MixWizard WZ312M

Product Features and Design

Detailed introduction to the MixWizard WZ312M console, its features, and build quality.

Installing the Console

Free Standing Setup

Instructions for setting up the console for free-standing operation.

19-Inch Rack Mounting

Guidance on mounting the console in a 19-inch rack.

Console Dimensions and Weight

Detailed specifications for console dimensions and weight.

Connecting Power and Grounding

Grounding Procedures

Explanation of the importance and procedure for grounding the console for safety and performance.

Powering On and Off

Proper procedure for powering the console on and off to prevent clicks.

Backup Power Supply Connection

Information on connecting an optional backup power supply for redundancy.

Audio Connections

Connector Types and Wiring

Diagrams and descriptions of various audio connector types and their wiring.

Signal Integrity

Ground Loops, Buzz, and Interference

Strategies for preventing and resolving ground loops, buzz, and interference.

Balanced Connections Explained

Explanation of how balanced connections reject interference.

The Console Connectors

Rear Panel and Channel Inputs

Details on rear panel connectors, channel inputs, PAD, +48V, and mic splitter.

Insert and Output Connectors

Explains channel inserts, mix outputs, monitor outputs, and headphone jacks.

External and Option Inputs

Information on using the External Input (EXT IN) and User Option ports.

The Input Channels

Gain, HPF, and EQ

Controls for input sensitivity, high-pass filter, and 4-band EQ.

Mix Sends and Post/Pre Switching

Controls for mix sends and the POST/PRE switch for signal routing.

Channel Trim, Mute, and Monitoring

Details on the channel fader, mute button, and PFL monitoring.

Signal and Peak Indicators

Explanation of the SIGNAL and PEAK indicators for signal presence and clipping.

The Mix Masters

Mix Master Mute, AFL, and Indicators

Controls for muting mix outputs and AFL listening, plus PEAK/SIGNAL indicators.

Stereo Mode Configuration

How to configure mix outputs for mono or stereo operation.

Mix Master Fader Operation

Details on the 60mm fader for controlling mix output levels.

The Engineer's Monitor

Headphones and Monitor Level

Information on headphone sockets and the monitor level control.

Mono Summing and External Input

Functionality for summing monitor signals to mono and using the external input.

Monitor Meters and PFL

Explanation of the 12-segment meters and PFL function for monitoring.

Console Lamp Connection

Guidance on connecting the console lamp.

Gain Structure

Understanding Gain Structure

Explanation of how signal levels are managed across different stages for optimal performance.

Using Console Meters for Gain Setting

Guidance on using meters to set channel and mix gain levels correctly.

Matching Levels and Terminology

Information on matching source/destination levels and key terms like headroom and SNR.

Specifications

Performance Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for audio performance.

Mechanical Specifications

Dimensions, weight, and mounting specifications for the console.

Connections

Connection Summary Table

A table summarizing mono channel, ext input, inserts, mix outputs, headphones, and lamp connections.

MixWizard 3 Series Part Numbers

A list of part numbers for the console and available accessories.

System Block Diagram

Signal Flow Diagram

A visual representation of the console's internal signal paths and processing blocks.

Cue Sheet

Console Settings Record

A template page for recording console settings for future reference.

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