ALLEN & HEATH WZ14:4:2 - User Manual

ALLEN & HEATH WZ14:4:2 Specifications

General

Type	Analog Mixer
Channels	14
Buses	4
Outputs	2
Aux Sends	4
Phantom Power	Yes
Faders	60mm

Summary

Introduction to the WZ14:4:2

Safety Warning!

Crucial safety information regarding mains electricity and fire prevention.

Overview of the Mix Wizard 14:4:2

Installing the Console

Connecting Mains Power and Earthing

Earthing for Safety and Performance

Importance of earth connection for safety and audio quality, and preventing ground loops.

Plugging Up The System

Ground Loops, Buzz, and Interference

Strategies to prevent and resolve common audio interference issues.

Connecting Channel Inputs

Connecting System Components

Channel Inserts and Direct Outputs

L-R Main Outputs

System Connections and Routing

L-R Mix Inserts and Group Outputs

Auxiliary Sends and Mode Switching

Setting up aux sends and understanding mode switching for flexible routing.

Mono Input Channel Controls

Stereo Input Channel Controls

Group and Aux Output Operations

Group Outputs and Subgrouping

Aux Masters and Mode Switching

Master and Monitor Section

Main L-R Outputs and Mono Output

Adjusting main mix levels and creating a mono sum output.

Stereo Returns and Monitoring

Using stereo returns and headphone/bargraph meters for monitoring.

Talkback and Two Track Connections

Front Panel Layout

Rear Panel Layout and Specifications

Block Diagram