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ALLEN & HEATH ZED 14 User Manual

ALLEN & HEATH ZED 14
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USER GUIDE
Publication AP6822
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ALLEN & HEATH ZED 14 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeAnalog
Channels14
Mic Inputs6
Line Inputs8
USB Audio InterfaceYes
Phantom PowerYes
Inputs - Mic Preamps6
Outputs - MainXLR
USB1 x USB Type B
Headphone Output1/4" TRS
EQ Bands3-band with swept mid

Summary

Limited One Year Warranty

PACKED ITEMS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read instructions

Retain safety and operating instructions for future reference and adhere to all warnings printed here and on the console.

Do not remove cover

Operate the console with its covers correctly fitted to prevent risk of electric shock.

Power sources

Connect the console only to the specified mains power unit type marked on the rear panel.

Power cord routing

Route the power cord to prevent it from being walked on, stretched, or pinched by items.

Grounding

Do not defeat the grounding means of the power cord plug; this equipment must be earthed.

Water and moisture

Do not expose the console to rain or moisture or use in damp or wet conditions.

Ventilation

Do not obstruct ventilation slots to ensure adequate airflow required for console ventilation.

Heat and vibration

Locate the console away from excessive heat, direct sunlight, or heat-producing equipment.

Servicing

Refer servicing to qualified technical personnel if the equipment is exposed to moisture or damage.

Installation

Install the console according to the user guide, do not connect amplifier outputs directly.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Important Mains plug wiring instructions

Instructions for replacing the mains plug, including wire colour coding for European and USA/Canada.

General Precautions

Precautions for damage prevention, environment, cleaning, transporting, and hearing safety for the console.

PANEL DRAWINGS

INTRODUCTION TO THE ZED-14

Mic/Line Pre-amps

Details on the two-stage pre-amp design for high gain and low noise, with mic and line input considerations.

EQ

Explanation of the 3-band EQ on mono channels and 2-band EQ on stereo channels for sound shaping.

AUX system

Information on the four auxiliary buses (2 pre-fade, 2 post-fade) for monitoring or effects sends.

Mono and Stereo Channels

Overview of six mono and four stereo channels offering flexible input options including USB audio.

USB

Explanation of the flexible and easy USB audio connection for transferring audio to and from a computer.

SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions

BLOCK DIAGRAM

MONO INPUT CHANNEL

Mic Input Socket

Details on the standard 3-pin XLR socket wiring and connection for microphone input.

Line Input Jack Socket

Description of the 1/4" jack socket for line level signals, which overrides the mic input.

Insert Jack Socket

Information on the 1/4" jack socket for unbalanced insert send/return signals.

Gain Control

Explains how the gain control adjusts input amplifier signal level for mic and line inputs.

100Hz Hi-pass Filter

Describes the 2-pole filter for reducing pop noise and rumble from microphone signals.

HF EQ

Details the High Frequency equalizer affecting higher audible frequencies with a 12kHz corner frequency.

MF EQ

Explains the Mid Frequency equalizer covering the middle audible range with sweepable frequencies.

LF EQ

Describes the Low Frequency equalizer affecting the low end of the audio range with an 80Hz corner frequency.

Auxes 1 & 2

Controls for sending signals to auxiliary buses 1 & 2, sourced pre-fade for monitoring or recording.

Auxes 3 & 4

Controls for sending signals to auxiliary buses 3 & 4, sourced post-fade for effects sends.

PAN

Control for adjusting signal distribution between left and right stereo buses.

Mute Switch

Function to mute the signal to the main LR and auxiliary buses, indicated by an LED.

PFL Switch & PK! LED

Pre-Fade Listen switch for monitoring channel signals and PK! LED indicating signal level and clipping.

Fader

100mm fader controlling channel signal level to main LR buses and Auxes 3 & 4.

STEREO INPUT CHANNEL 7-8

Stereo Return Phono sockets

Additional stereo input via phono connectors for ST RTN, can be routed to stereo channel or main bus.

Stereo Return Level control

Adjusts the level of the stereo return input, with a gain range of 0 to 10dB.

Stereo Return ON switch

Switch to turn the stereo return signal on or off, recommended to leave off when not in use.

Stereo Routing selector switch

Selects whether the Stereo Return signal is sent to the L R bus or stereo channel I.

Stereo Input jack sockets

Standard 1/4" jack sockets for line level stereo signals, usable with mono inputs.

Stereo I Level control

Adjusts the level of the ST1 input, with a range from off to +10dB.

Stereo Channel EQ

2-band equalizer for stereo channels with corner frequencies at 12kHz (HF) and 80Hz (LF).

STEREO Aux 1 & 2 switch

Switch to configure Auxes 1 & 2 as mono sends or a stereo send pair for monitoring or recording.

Aux 1 & 2 sends

Controls for signal level to Aux 1 & 2 buses, pre-fade, muted with mute switch.

Aux 3 & 4 sends

Controls for signal level to Aux 3 & 4 buses, post-fade, muted with mute switch, used for effects.

Balance control

Control for adjusting relative levels between the left and right stereo channels.

Mute Switch

Mutes signals to the main L R and auxiliary buses, indicated by an LED.

PFL Switch & PK! LED

Pre-Fade Listen switch for monitoring stereo channel signals and PK! LED indicating signal level.

Fader

100mm fader controlling channel signal level to main L R buses and Auxes 3 & 4.

STEREO INPUT CHANNELS 9-10, 11-12, 13-14

Stereo Input Channel 9-10

Details Stereo Input Channel 9-10, noting difference in additional stereo input labelling (2 Track Return).

Stereo Input Channel 11-12

Describes Stereo Input Channel 11-12 with USB audio input and analogue record output via phono sockets.

Stereo Input Channel 13-14

Explains Stereo Input Channel 13-14 with one stereo input and alternate stereo output via master section controls.

USB connector & output selection.

Information on the USB type B connector and selector switches determining signal sent on USB output.

USB & MASTER SECTION

Aux output jack sockets

Description of 1/4" jack sockets for Aux 1 to 4 outputs, with impedance balanced nominal level.

Mix L R Insert jack sockets

Details 1/4" jack sockets for unbalanced insert send/return signals for the main mix.

Main L R output xlr sockets

Explanation of XLR sockets for main left & right outputs, impedance balanced signals.

Mono output jack socket

Description of the mono sum of the main left & right post-fade signals output.

Headphones jack sockets

Details 1/4" and 3.5mm sockets for stereo headphones, recommending higher impedance.

48v Phantom Power switch

Switch to provide 48v Phantom Power to Mic input XLRs; instructions on safe usage provided.

Left Right meters

12 segment LED meters displaying signal levels from monitor selectors or PFL signals, with '0' reflecting OdBu.

Monitor selector switches

Switches to select signal source for headphones monitor and meters, with priority system explained.

Headphone level control

Control for adjusting the headphone signal level and a warning about high volume.

Alternate output level control

Level control for the Alt (Alternate) Output, used for connecting separate monitor speakers.

Alternate output selector switches

Switches to select signal source for the Alt output, choosing between pre-fade, post-fade, or monitor signals.

Aux 1 & 2 master level controls

Controls for adjusting the level of the Aux 1 and 2 outputs, with a range from off to +6dB.

Master L R faders

100mm faders for main L R outputs, providing 10dB gain at top and unity gain at '0'.

USB CONNECTION

SONAR LE Overview.

SONAR LE Key Features.

Highlights of SONAR LE, including track counts, audio quality, effects, and compatibility with Windows operating systems.

System Requirements.

Technical prerequisites for installing and running SONAR LE software on a computer system.

SONAR LE Installation.

Instructions for installing the SONAR LE software by inserting the CD/DVD ROM drive and following on-screen prompts.

SONAR LE Audio Configuration with ZED-14.

Steps to configure SONAR LE software to communicate audio with the ZED mixing console via USB connection.

LIVE SETUP

RECORDING SETUP

USING USB FOR EFFECTS

WIRING NOTES

PRODUCT SUPPORT

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