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ALLEN & HEATH ZED 16 FX User Manual

ALLEN & HEATH ZED 16 FX
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USER GUIDE
Publication AP7085
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ALLEN & HEATH ZED 16 FX Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeAnalog Mixer
Channels16
Mic Inputs8
Line Inputs8
Mono Channels8
Stereo Channels4
Mic Preamps8
EQ (mono channels)3-band
EQ (stereo channels)2-band
Phantom PowerYes
Aux Sends4
FX ProcessorYes
Internal FX16
USB InterfaceYes
USB Channels2 x 2
Headphone Output1
Monitor OutputsYes
Main OutputsXLR

Summary

Warranty Information

Conditions Of Warranty

Details the terms and conditions under which the product warranty is valid.

Included Accessories

Safety Precautions

Mains Plug Wiring Instructions

Instructions for replacing the mains plug and wiring colours.

General Safety Precautions

General advice for preventing damage, handling, and environmental considerations.

12FX Panel Layout

16FX Panel Layout

22FX Panel Layout

ZED Mixer Introduction

Application Versatility

Highlights the mixer's suitability for live sound, recording, and various venue types.

Mic and Line Preamplifiers

Details the design and performance of the high-gain, two-stage microphone and line pre-amplifiers.

Equalizer Details

Explains the 3-band EQ on mono and 2-band EQ on stereo channels.

Auxiliary Send System

Describes the four auxiliary buses for monitors and external effects.

Built-in Effects Processor

Introduces the built-in professional quality effects processor with various algorithms.

Channel Input Types

Discusses the flexibility and variety of inputs available on mono and stereo channels.

USB Audio Interface

Explains the easy integration of the mixer with computers via USB for audio transfer.

Technical Specifications

Input Operating Levels

Provides input operating level specifications in dBu.

Output Operating Levels

Specifies nominal and maximum output levels for various outputs.

Frequency Response Specs

Details the frequency response across different input types and outputs.

THD+n Specifications

Presents Total Harmonic Distortion plus noise measurements for various signal paths.

Headroom Specifications

Specifies analogue and USB headroom values.

USB Audio CODEC Specs

Details the USB audio interface specifications including sample rate.

Noise Level Specifications

Lists noise figures for microphone pre-amps and mix outputs.

Dimensions and Weight Details

Physical Dimensions

Provides physical dimensions of the ZED mixers in mm and inches.

Product Weight

Lists the unpacked and packed weights for each ZED mixer model.

System Block Diagram

Mono Channel Operation

Mono Mic Input

Describes the standard 3-pin XLR input for microphones.

Mono Line Input

Details the 1/4" jack socket for line level signals, overriding the mic input.

Mono Insert Jack

Explains the 1/4" jack for unbalanced insert send/return signals.

Mono Gain Control

Adjusts input amplifier gain for XLR and line inputs.

Mono 100Hz HPF

Reduces pop noise and rumble from microphone signals.

Mono HF EQ

Details the High Frequency EQ with a 12kHz corner frequency.

Mono MF EQ

Describes the Mid Frequency EQ with sweepable frequencies.

Mono LF EQ

Explains the Low Frequency EQ with an 80Hz corner frequency.

Mono Aux 1 & 2 Sends

Controls signal level to auxiliary buses 1 and 2, sourced pre-fade.

Mono Aux 3 & FX Sends

Controls signal level to auxiliary buses 3 and FX, sourced post-fade.

Mono Pan Control

Adjusts signal balance between left and right stereo outputs.

Mono Mute Switch

Mutes the channel signal to main buses and auxiliary buses.

Mono PFL/PK! Indicators

Pre-Fade Listen switch for monitoring and clipping indicator.

Mono Channel Fader

Controls the channel signal level to the main and auxiliary buses.

Stereo Channel ST1 Operation

Stereo ST1 Return Phono

Additional unbalanced stereo input via phono connectors.

Stereo ST1 Input Jacks

1/4" jack sockets for line level stereo signals.

Stereo ST1 Return Level

Adjusts the level of the stereo return input.

Stereo ST1 Return ON

Switches the stereo return signal on or off.

Stereo ST1 Routing Switch

Selects routing for Stereo Return signal to LR bus or stereo channel.

Stereo ST1 Input Level

Adjusts the input level for the ST1 stereo input.

Stereo ST1 Channel EQ

Features a 2-band EQ for the stereo channel with 12kHz and 80Hz corner frequencies.

Stereo ST1 Aux 1&2 Switch

Configures Aux 1 & 2 as mono sends or a stereo send pair.

Stereo ST1 Aux 1&2 Sends

Controls signal level to Aux 1 & 2 buses, sourced pre-fade.

Stereo ST1 Aux 3&FX Sends

Controls signal level to Aux 3 and FX buses, sourced post-fade.

Stereo ST1 Balance Control

Varies relative levels between left and right channels.

Stereo ST1 Mute Switch

Mutes the channel signal to main LR and Aux buses.

Stereo ST1 PFL/PK! Indicators

Pre-Fade Listen switch and clipping indicator for stereo channels.

Stereo ST1 Channel Fader

Controls the stereo channel signal level to main LR and Aux/FX buses.

Stereo Channels ST2, 3 & FX

Stereo ST1 Channel Reference

Reference to ST1 description on previous pages.

Stereo ST2 Channel Details

Details ST2, noting its difference in additional stereo input labelling.

Stereo ST3 Channel Details

Describes ST3, featuring USB audio input and phono record outputs.

FX Channel and ST4 Input

Covers the FX channel and ST4 stereo input for external effects return.

Stereo Channels USB Connector

Explains the USB type B connector and output routing selector switches.

Onboard Effects Processor

Effects Type LED Indicators

LEDs indicate selected effects type and parameter adjustment.

Effects Bank LED

Indicates when effects types 9-16 are selected.

Effects SEL Buttons

Select effects type and adjust parameters when TAP is held.

Effects TAP Button

Used for delay tempo or parameter adjustment.

Effects Aux 1&2 Sends

Send effects output signal to Aux 1 & 2 buses.

Effects Balance Control

Varies relative levels between left and right effects channels.

Effects Mute Switch

Mutes effects signals to main LR and Aux buses.

Effects PFL/PK! Indicators

Pre-Fade Listen for effects and clipping indicator.

Effects Channel Fader

Controls the effects signal level to main LR and Aux 1 & 2 buses.

Effects List and Descriptions

Lists and describes the 16 available effects presets.

Effects Type Parameter Table

Provides a table detailing effects, preset names, and parameter adjustments.

Master Section Controls

Master Aux Outputs

1/4" sockets for Aux 1 to 3 outputs (FX/Aux 4 internal).

Master Mix Insert Jacks

1/4" sockets for unbalanced insert send/return signals.

Master Main LR Outputs

Balanced XLR outputs for main left and right signals.

Master Mono Output

Mono sum of main left & right post-fade signals.

Master Headphone Jacks

1/4" and 3.5mm sockets for stereo headphones.

Master Footswitch Input

1/4" jack for connecting a footswitch to mute effects.

Master 48V Phantom Power

Switches 48V phantom power to all mic XLR connectors.

Master LR Peak Meters

12-segment LED meters for peak signal response.

Master Headphone Level

Adjusts the level of the headphone signal.

Master Monitor Selectors

Selects signal source for headphone monitor and meters.

Master Alt Output Level

Adjusts volume for the Alt Output, used for separate monitor speakers.

Master Alt Output Selectors

Selects signal source for the Alt output.

Master Aux 1&2 Levels

Adjusts the level of the Aux 1 and 2 outputs.

Master LR Faders

100mm faders for the main LR outputs.

USB Connectivity Details

ZED USB Audio Interface

Details the stereo bi-directional USB 1.1 compliant audio CODEC.

Windows XP/Vista USB Setup

Notes on setting volume levels for XP/Vista systems.

Windows 7 USB Setup

Notes on setting volume levels for Windows 7 systems.

SONAR X1 LE Software Integration

SONAR X1 LE Overview

Introduction to the Cakewalk sequencing and recording software.

SONAR X1 LE Key Features

Lists key features of the SONAR X1 LE audio workstation.

SONAR X1 LE Installation

Instructions for installing the SONAR LE software.

SONAR X1 LE Configuration

Steps for configuring SONAR LE with the ZED mixer for audio I/O.

Pro Tools 9 Mac Integration

Pro Tools I/O Setup

Guide to setting up Pro Tools Aggregate I/O for ZED connectivity.

Live Setup Application Diagram

Studio Setup Application Diagram

Cable Wiring Guide

Insert Cable Wiring Guide

Diagrams and notes for creating insert cables.

General Cable Wiring

Provides wiring details for MIC, TRS, and XLR cables.

Product Support and Registration

Product Registration

Instructions and benefits for registering the mixer product.

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