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Peavey RQ 4300 Series

Peavey RQ 4300 Series
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Peavey RQ 4300 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPeavey
ModelRQ 4300 Series
CategoryMusic Mixer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Warnings and Precautions

Electrical Shock Hazard and Enclosure

Alerts user to dangerous uninsulated voltage and advises against opening the enclosure for safety.

Environmental and Usage Safety

Warns against exposing the unit to rain or moisture and advises reading the operating guide.

Product Introduction and Terminology

RQ 4300 Series Overview

Introduces the mixing console, highlighting its design, versatility, and key applications.

Key Features and Specifications Summary

Lists the comprehensive features, including channel count, bus design, and special functions.

Explanation of Core Audio Terms

Defines essential audio terms like Buses, SUB groups, and AUX sends for user understanding.

Technical Explanations and Connections

Detailed Control and Function Explanations

Explains PFL, AFL, LOW CUT, INSERTS, COMPRESSORS, and PHANTOM POWER functions.

Connector Wiring Standards

Details the pinout for XLR, TS, TRS, and RCA connectors used on the mixer.

Unpacking and Handling Guidance

Provides guidance on unpacking the unit and handling potential shipping damage.

Standard Channel Inputs and Controls

Rear Panel Input Connections

Illustrates and describes the INSERT, LINE, and MIC inputs on standard channels.

Gain and Low Cut Equalization

Explains the GAIN control for input level and the LOW CUT filter for bass frequency reduction.

HI and MID Frequency Equalization

Details the HI and MID EQ controls for shaping high and mid-frequency responses.

Standard Channel Signal Processing

Mid Frequency and Low Frequency EQ Adjustments

Explains the MID FREQ and LOW EQ controls for detailed tone shaping.

Auxiliary Sends and Panning Controls

Details AUX SENDs (pre/post-fader) and the PAN control for stereo placement.

Channel Assignment and Muting Functions

Describes ASSIGN switches for bus routing and MUTE/CLIP and PFL/SIGNAL functions.

Specialized Channel Types

Super Channel Configuration Details

Details Super Channels, including PAD and POLARITY controls replacing INSERT jacks.

Stereo Channel Operation and Features

Explains Stereo Channels, their EQ exception, and independent input gain controls.

Stereo Input Connectivity

Describes the 1/4" and RCA line inputs for stereo signals on these channels.

Master Section Functionality Overview

Auxiliary Send Masters and Level Control

Covers LEVEL, MUTE/CLIP LED, and AFL/SIGNAL LED for auxiliary send masters.

Compressor Controls and Indicators

Details COMPRESSOR I/O, GAIN, LINK, GAIN REDUCTION LEDs, and THRESHOLD.

Subgroup and Output Assignment Controls

Explains SUB GROUP LEVEL LEDs, OUTPUT ASSIGN switches, MUTE/MUTE LED, and AFL/AFL LED.

Advanced Master Section Features

Auxiliary Send Level and Status Monitoring

Details the LEVEL control and MUTE/CLIP, AFL/SIGNAL LEDs for AUX SENDS.

Compressor Operation and Dynamics Control

Explains compressor function, I/O patching, GAIN makeup, and LINKing capabilities.

Subgroup and Return Signal Management

Compressor Gain Reduction and Threshold Settings

Describes GAIN REDUCTION LEDs and the THRESHOLD control for compressor operation.

Subgroup Level, Assignment, and Faders

Explains SUB GROUP LEVEL LEDs, OUTPUT ASSIGN switches, MUTE/MUTE LED, AFL/AFL LED, and SUB FADERS.

Return Input Filtering and Level Adjustment

Covers the LOW CUT filter and LEVEL controls for AUX returns and external effects.

Return Signal Routing and Monitoring

Return Signal Assignment and Level Controls

Details the ASSIGN, BAL/PAN, and LEVEL controls for return signals.

Phantom Power and Headphone Monitoring

Explains PHANTOM POWER activation for mics and headphone output level control.

Master Output Level Displays and Mono Control

Describes LEFT/RIGHT and MONO LEVEL DISPLAYS and the MONO MASTER FADER.

Rear Panel Connectivity and Outputs

Main Output and Insert Jacks

Details L, R, MONO INSERT jacks and unbalanced/balanced main outputs.

Return Input Jacks

Describes the 1/4" balanced RETURN INPUTS for effects or additional inputs.

Rear Panel Outputs and Power Management

Compressor, Subgroup, and Aux Outputs

Explains COMPRESSOR I/O, SUB OUT, and AUX OUT connectors for signal routing.

Power Cord and Switch Operation

Details the REMOVABLE POWER CORD receptacle and the POWER SWITCH functionality.

Internal Signal Flow Diagrams

Input Stage Block Diagram

Shows the block diagram for microphone and line inputs, including gain and EQ stages.

Master and Output Stage Block Diagram

Depicts the block diagram for the master section, subgroups, and outputs.

Example Connection Configurations

Left, Center, Right Speaker Setup

Illustrates a typical setup for a three-speaker sound system configuration.

Stereo Configuration Example

Stereo Speaker System Setup

Demonstrates a common stereo speaker system connection example.

Input Specifications Details

Microphone Input Specifications

Details input impedance, gain settings, and input levels for microphone inputs.

Line, Insert, and Return Input Specs

Provides specifications for line, insert, and auxiliary return inputs.

Output Specifications and Performance Metrics

Output Levels and Connector Types

Details nominal and maximum output levels for main L/R, Mono, Sub, and Aux sends.

Gain Ranges and Frequency Response

Lists gain adjustment ranges and frequency response characteristics of the mixer.

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)

Specifies the THD performance of the mixer across different inputs and frequencies.

Noise, Power, and Physical Specifications

Hum, Noise, and Crosstalk Performance

Presents data on residual noise, S/N ratio, EIN, and crosstalk.

Power Requirements and Dimensions

Details power requirements, dimensions, and weight of the RQ 4300 series mixers.

Peavey Warranty and Service Information

Warranty Coverage and Exclusions

Outlines what the warranty covers, what it does not cover, and who it protects.

Obtaining Warranty Service

Specifies warranty lengths and the process for obtaining warranty service.

Warranty Limitations and Legal Disclaimers

Discusses limitations on implied warranties and exclusions of damages.

Important Safety and Operational Guidelines

General Safety Instructions for Use

Provides 16 numbered instructions for safe operation and maintenance of the apparatus.

Hearing Protection and Noise Exposure Limits

Advises on protecting hearing from high sound levels and lists OSHA exposure limits.

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