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ALLEN & HEATH XONE:DB4 User Manual

ALLEN & HEATH XONE:DB4
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Allen & Heath XONE:DB4 User Guide
USER GUIDE
Publication AP7977
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ALLEN & HEATH XONE:DB4 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency range22 - 22000 Hz
Channels quantity4 channels
Digital sound processing- bit
Number of EQ bands per channel4
Line Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)104 dB
XLR out2
Microphone inYes
Line inputs (RCA)8
Headphone connectivity3.5 mm/6.35 mm
USB 2.0 ports quantity1
Product colorBlack
Video capabilityNo
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth358 mm
Width320 mm
Height88 mm
Weight5100 g
Package depth260 mm
Package width530 mm
Package height470 mm
Package weight8600 g

Summary

Warranty Information

Limited One Year Manufacturers Warranty

Details the limited one-year warranty for product defects in materials or workmanship.

Conditions of Warranty

Outlines the conditions under which the warranty is valid, including proper installation and use.

Packed Items Checklist

Included Items Overview

Lists all items included in the XONE:DB4 package, ensuring all components are received.

Panel Layout Diagrams

Top Panel Controls and Connectors

Illustrates the layout of controls and connectors on the top panel of the XONE:DB4 mixer.

Rear Panel Connections

Shows the rear panel connections, including inputs, outputs, and power.

Application Diagram

System Connectivity Guide

Provides a visual guide to connecting the XONE:DB4 in a typical DJ setup with various audio sources and outputs.

Introduction to the XONE:DB4

Product Overview and Features

Introduces the XONE:DB4 mixer, highlighting its features, capabilities, and design philosophy.

Mic/Line Channel Controls

Microphone Input Connector

Describes the balanced XLR input for microphones, specifying type and cable recommendations.

Mic/Line Selector Switch

Explains how to select between microphone and stereo line input sources.

Line Input Connector

Details the dual RCA sockets for connecting external line-level audio sources.

Gain Control

Describes the function of the gain control for adjusting input signal level.

MIC EQ Controls

Explains the EQ adjustments for the microphone channel to shape tonal quality.

Channel Peak LED Indicator

Indicates when the channel signal is close to clipping.

Mic/Line Channel Further Controls

Channel Cue Switch

Allows listening to the channel pre-fade signal in headphones.

Channel Level Control

Sets the level of the channel signal in the main mix.

Channel On Switch

Turns the channel on or off, routing its signal to the main mix.

Mix/Ch1 Switch

Selects channel output routing between the main mix or Channel I input.

Music Channel Controls

Matrix Input Selector

Allows selection of input sources for the music channel from various available options.

Input Trim Adjustment

Amplifies or attenuates the input signal level by up to ±10 dB.

Input Peak LED

Illuminates if the input signal is within 3dB of clipping.

EQ Section Configuration

Configurable EQ or High-Pass/Low-Pass filter for tonal adjustment.

Loop Recorder Function

Records and loops input audio source, showing length and beat detection.

FX Type Select Buttons

Selects one of five basic effect types, illuminating to show the selected effect.

FX Select Button

Moves focus to a channel or opens the FX library for effect selection.

FX Expression Control

Adjusts a parameter of the selected FX, like regeneration for delay.

FX Wet/Dry Control

Sets the balance between the original (DRY) and effected (WET) signal.

Music Channel Operations

Filter Assign Switch

Routes the channel signal to Filter-1, Filter-2, or directly to the mix.

X-Fade Assign Switch

Routes the channel signal to Crossfade-X, Crossfade-Y, or directly to the mix.

Channel Cue Switch

Allows listening to the channel pre-fade signal in headphones.

Channel Meter Display

Displays the channel signal level, post-EQ and pre-fader.

Channel Fader

Adjusts the channel signal level from fully off to fully on.

Filter System Controls

Resonance Control

Controls the 'Q' or resonance of the filter, affecting the sound's dramatic effect.

HPF Button

Activates the high pass filter slope, cutting bass frequencies.

BPF Button

Activates the band pass filter slope, shaping mid-range frequencies.

LPF Button

Activates the low pass filter slope, cutting treble frequencies.

Frequency Sweep Control

Sets the cut-off frequency of the filter from very low to very high.

Filter On Switch

Switches the filter effect on and off, with latching and momentary modes.

Advanced Button Modes

Explains momentary selection of filter bands and filter on/off operation.

Master Section Overview

USB A Type Socket

For USB memory stick insertion for settings and firmware updates.

Mix/Monitor Meters

Main meters displaying selected monitor source level, with SPLIT CUE functionality.

Mix Master Level Control

Adjusts the main mix XLR output level for the house sound system.

Booth Master Level Control

Adjusts the level for the stereo monitor RCA output, for booth or zone feeds.

Cue / Add Mix Control

Pans between cue signal and main mix output in headphones.

Monitor Level Control

Adjusts the headphone signal level.

Master Section Controls

Headphones Outputs

Connects stereo headphones via 1/4" TRS and 3.5mm mini-jack.

Channel Fader Curve Select

Sets the response curve for the channel faders to suit music style.

Crossfader Curve Select

Sets the response curve for the crossfader, suitable for scratching.

The Input Matrix

Analogue Inputs

Lists analogue input options for channels, including Line, Phono, and Microphone.

USB Inputs

Details USB ASIO Soundcard outputs mapped to mixer channels.

Digital Inputs

Describes S/PDIF inputs available for digital audio sources.

Input Selection

Rotary switch to select input source for a channel.

Input Source Select Switch

Toggle switch for selecting between Analogue, USB, and Digital sources.

The EQ Section

Isolator Mode

EQ mode with steep 24dB/octave slope for tight frequency isolation, indicated by blue lights.

EQ Mode

EQ mode with gentler 12dB/octave slope, suitable for various music styles, indicated by red lights.

Filter Mode

EQ section acts as HPF/LPF with resonance control, indicated by blue/red lights.

HF Control

Adjusts high frequencies or acts as a low-pass filter in Filter mode.

MF/RES Control

Adjusts mid frequencies or filter resonance (Q).

LF Control

Adjusts low frequencies or acts as a high-pass filter in Filter mode.

Mode Select Switch

Selects the desired EQ mode, changing knob pointer illumination colour.

Looper Section Controls

Loop Time Adjust Control

Adjusts loop length from 4 bars to 1/16th of a beat.

Loop On Activation

Activates or deactivates the looper with latching or momentary modes.

Loop Display Information

Shows the currently selected loop length and BPM activity.

Roll On LED Indicator

Illuminates when the loop is active.

The FX Section

Delay (DLY) Effect

Describes the Delay effect and its parameters like time and regeneration.

Reverb (VRB) Effect

Describes the Reverb effect and its parameters.

Resonator (RES) Effect

Describes the Resonator effect and its parameters.

Modulator (MOD) Effect

Describes the Modulator effect and its parameters.

Damage (DMG) Effect

Describes the Damage effect and its parameters.

Wet/Dry Control

Sets the balance between the original (DRY) and effected (WET) signal.

Expression Control

Controls a further parameter of the selected FX, like regeneration.

FX Operation

Explains how to select, focus, and turn on effects.

FX Presets and Libraries

Loading Alternative Effects Presets

Details how to browse and load alternative effect presets from the internal library.

FX Display and Focus Controls

FX Display Window Layout

Explains the layout of the FX display screen and its segments.

Focus Controls Explanation

Describes how focus shifts between channels and parameters.

FX ADJ/Toggle View Function

Adjusts secondary effect parameters and toggles display view.

FX Time/Tap Functionality

Sets beat fraction for effects, allows BPM tapping, and BPM locking.

Kill Send and BPM/mS Mode

Kill Send Effects

Describes how to mute send to effects for decay, with interlock feature.

BPM/mS Mode

Allows setting delay time in milliseconds or BPM fractions.

BPM Engines

BPM Range Selection

Guides selection of tempo range to improve BPM detection accuracy.

Tempo Reset

Resets the BPM detection system to re-analyze tempo.

Tap Tempo Function

Allows manual tapping of tempo to sync effects or extend loop length.

Tempo Lock

Locks the current tempo to prevent changes when switching sources.

External MIDI Clock

Enables using MIDI clock as the timing source, overriding BPM detection.

Setup Menu Options

Meter Mode Configuration

Configures the display mode for VU meters (Peak, Bar, Dot).

Deck Start Function

Allows remote control of DJ CD player PLAY/CUE functions.

Mixer Reset

Resets all user settings to factory defaults.

Load Setup

Loads previously saved mixer settings from a USB key.

Save Setup

Stores current mixer settings to a USB key.

Firmware Update

Instructions for loading new firmware to update the mixer's software.

BPM Range Selection

Selects the tempo range for BPM detection and MIDI clock sync.

Brightness Adjustment

Adjusts the brightness of the front panel LEDs.

Setup Menu: USB Routing & HP Setup

USB Routing Configuration

Configures routing options for upstream USB audio sends to the computer.

HP Setup (Headphone Setup)

Sets headphone sensitivity, audio source, and cue modes like Split and Normal.

Setup Menu: Record, Booth & Mix Setup

Record Setup

Configures trim level, source, and phase for record outputs.

Booth Setup

Configures trim level, source, and phase for booth monitor outputs.

Mix Setup

Configures trim level and phase for main mix outputs.

Firmware Updating Process

Firmware Update Procedure

Step-by-step guide to download and install new firmware for the XONE:DB4.

Firmware Warning

Alerts users about potential issues during firmware updates and hard reset procedures.

USB Audio System

Soundcard Nomenclature

Explains the naming convention for soundcard inputs and outputs.

Soundcard Outputs

Details the eight soundcard outputs and their mapping to USB channels.

Selecting a USB Audio Channel

Guides selection of USB audio sources for input channels.

USB Soundcard Routing (Inputs)

Soundcard Inputs Mapping

Maps mixer sources (Mixer, Channel) to soundcard inputs (Sends).

USB Soundcard Routing (Sources)

Channel Sources

Details USB audio sends from Analogue In, Digital In, and Channel PFL.

Mixer Sources

Details USB audio sends from Booth, Record, Mix, and Phones outputs.

Mapping a Soundcard Input Send

Refers to "USB Routing" for selecting soundcard input sends.

PC Driver Installation Guide

Software Installation (Windows)

Step-by-step guide for installing USB audio and MIDI drivers on Windows.

Connecting the DB4 to PC

Instructions on when to connect the XONE:DB4 to the PC during driver installation.

PC Driver Installation: Security & Reboot

Windows Security Prompts

Guides through Windows security prompts during driver installation.

Rebooting the System

Instructs to reboot the computer to complete the driver installation.

Driver Installation Notes

Important notes regarding USB port usage and system compatibility.

PC Driver Installation: Checking Installation

Checking Driver Installation Status

Verifies successful driver installation using Device Manager.

Mac Driver Installation Guide

Mac OSX Driver Package

Locating and launching the XONE:DB4 driver package (.dmg file).

Mac Driver Installation Steps

Guides through the installer steps: Introduction, Destination Select, Type, Installation, Summary.

Mac Driver Installation: Password & Reboot

System Password Entry

Prompts for the user's system password to authorize installation.

Continue Installation Prompt

Confirms the desire to continue the software installation process.

Restart Mac

Instructs to restart the Mac to finalize the driver installation.

Mac Driver Installation: Checking Installation

Checking Driver Installation Status

Verifies successful driver installation using Audio MIDI Setup and MIDI Studio.

MIDI Control Overview

MIDI Overview

Explains MIDI as an interface protocol for communication between musical devices.

MIDI Shift Mode

Enables remote DAW control by disconnecting mixer functions and sending MIDI data.

MIDI Control Messages: Input Matrix & EQ

Input Matrix MIDI Messages

Details MIDI messages for input selection and trim controls.

EQ Section MIDI Messages

Details MIDI messages for EQ controls and mode selection.

FX, Filter, X-Fade, Cue MIDI Messages

Details MIDI messages for FX, filter, crossfader, and cue functions.

MIDI Control Messages: Fader & Filter

Channel Fader & FX On Switch MIDI

MIDI messages for channel faders and FX on/off switches.

Channel/X-Fader Curve & X-Fader MIDI

MIDI messages for fader and crossfader curve selection.

Filter MIDI Messages

MIDI messages for filter controls (Res, HPF, BPF, LPF, Freq, On).

MIDI Control Messages: Additional Controls & Shift Mode

Additional Controls MIDI

MIDI messages for additional controls like HF, LF, Mix, Booth, FX ADJ.

MIDI Shift Mode Control Messages

MIDI messages for controls when MIDI Shift mode is active.

Digital IO and X-Link

Digital Inputs and Outputs

Describes the digital RCA inputs and fixed digital output specifications.

X-Link Protocol

Explains the proprietary interface protocol for connecting accessories.

Digital Architecture Specification

Lists technical specifications for analogue/digital conversion, DSP, and sampling frequencies.

Specifications

Operating Levels and Sensitivity

Lists operating levels for main, monitor, and record outputs, plus mic sensitivity.

Dimensions and Weights

Provides physical dimensions and weights for desktop, rack-fitted, and packed configurations.

Notes Section

User Notes Area

A blank section for user notes.

Product Registration

Registering Your Product

Instructions for registering the product online or by mail for warranty purposes.

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