Q-2422 PRO Professional Preamp Mixer User Guide and Reference Manual 1/07 4295 Charter Street Los Angeles Ca. 90058 www.AmericanAudio.
Q-2422 PRO CONTENTS MAIN FEATURES....................................................................................................................................2 ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS................................................................................................................4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS........................................................................................................................5 INTRODUCTION.......................................................
Q-2422 PRO ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN, LIQUIDS, OR MOISTURE CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE, OR OTHER TYPE OF ELECTRICAL OUTLET UNLESS THE WIDE BLADES CAN BE CAREFULLY INSERTED INTO A MATCHING WIDE SLOT.
Q-2422 PRO ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK).
Q-2422 PRO SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1. For adult use only - Keep out of the reach of children. 2. Water and Moisture - The player should not be used near water - for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool, etc. Do not spill water or other liquids in to or on to your mixer. 3. Ventilation - The Mixer should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation.
Q-2422 PRO INTRODUCTION Introductions: Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the American Audio® Q-2422 PRO mixer. This mixer is a representation of American Audio’s continuing commitment to produce the best and highest quality audio products possible at an affordable price. Please read and understand this manual completely before attempting to operate your new mixer. Please carefully read and understand the instructions in this manual thoroughly before attempting to operate this unit.
Q-2422 PRO UNPACKING Every Q-2422 PRO has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect operating condition. Carefully check the shipping carton for damage that may have occurred during shipping. If the carton appears to be damaged, carefully inspect your mixer for any damage and be sure all equipment necessary to operate the mixer has arrived intact. In the event damage has been found or parts are missing, please contact our toll free customer support number for further instructions.
Q-2422 PRO 1 26 25 2 FRONT PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 3 24 23 4 5 6 22 7 8 21 20 19 9 18 10 11 12 17 16 15 14 13 1. MICROPHONE EQ SECTION MICROPHONE BASS CONTROL - This knob is used to adjust the low frequency levels of the microphone with a maximum signal gain of +12dB or maximum signal decrease of -30dB.
Q-2422 PRO FRONT PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS CONT. each channel. Each channel may only be assigned one input source at a time. This switch must be in the “phono” position for turntable operation. 4. PAN CONTROL - The balance control for each channel, or how much left and right signal is sent to the left and right MASTER OUT JACKS (36). 5. CHANNEL GAIN CONTROL - This adjustment is used to adjust the audio source signal input gain for a channel.
Q-2422 PRO FRONT PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS CONT. mixer. Also be sure you amplifiers are turned off. Remember mixer on first and turned off last. 13. ZONE EQ SECTION ZONE TREBLE CONTROL - This knob is used to adjust the treble levels of the ZONE allowing for a maximum treble gain of +12dB or maximum decrease of -30dB.
Q-2422 PRO FRONT PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS CONT. 20. Q-START ON/OFF BUTTON - This function works in conjunction with a compatible American DJ® or American Audio® “Q” Start CD player. When used with a compatible CD player, you can use the crossfader to start and stop a CD Player with the slide of the mixer’s CROSSFADER (22). The ON/OFF “Q" START BUTTTON activates the FADER “Q" START feature.
Q-2422 PRO REAR PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 27 41 40 39 38 37 36 35 34 33 32 30 31 30 29 28 27. GND (GROUND TERMINAL) - Be sure to connect turntable ground leads to either or both of the two available ground terminals. This will reduce the humming and popping noises associated with magnetic phono cartridges. 28. MICROPHONE 2 CONNECTOR - This jack is used to a connect a microphone to the mixer. Connect you microphone via this 1/4 inch (6.3mm) jack.
Q-2422 PRO REAR PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS CONT. to these jacks when the LINE LEVEL SELECTOR SWITCH (30) is in the “PHONO 2” position, THIS MAY SERIOUSLY DAMAGE YOUR MIXER! The red colored RCA jack represents the right channel input and the white represents the left channel input. Input volume will be controlled by the channel two fader. The channel SOURCE SELECTOR SWITCH (3) must be in the "Phono 2/Aux 2" position, to monitor any source connected to these jacks.
Q-2422 PRO REAR PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS CONT. functionallity will be controlled by the right side of the CROSSFADER (22). For more information on “Q-Start” functionallity refer to the user manual included with your CD player. Be sure to only use the mono tip mini plug included with your CD player to avoid damage to the mixer and/or the CD player. 38. TRIM OUTPUT - This knob is used to adjust the maximum voltage output level. This function may be used to limit the maximum siganl output level. 39.
Q-2422 PRO TYPICAL MIXER SET-UP CASSETTE DECK T U R N TA B L E This image details a typical DJ Set Up consisting of a microphone, turntables, CD players, and a tape deck. Note: Turntables can only be connected to the PHONO LEVEL RCA JACKS. Be sure the LINE LEVEL SELECTOR SWITCHES are in the "PHONO" position when using turntables. ©American T U R N TA B L E Audio® - www.AmericanAudio.
Q-2422 PRO TYPICAL MIXER SET-UP RCA to RCA Patch Cables Balanced XLR male to XLR female Cables CASSETTE DECK American Audio V4000™ Speaker Cables Typical Balanced Output Set-up This image details a typical stereo output layout. Note the use of the Balanced XLR Jacks on both the mixer and the amplifier. Always use the balanced output jacks whenever possible. The balanced output jacks should always be used for cable runs in excess of 15 feet.
Q-2422 PRO CLEANING Due to fog residue, smoke, and dust, cleaning the mixer should be carried out periodically to residue build up. 1. Use normal glass cleaner and a soft cloth to wipe down the outside casing. 2. Use a cleaner specially designed for electronics to spray in and around the knobs and switch. This will reduce small particle built up that can effect the proper operation of the mixer. 3. Cleaning should be carried out every 30-60 days to prevent heavy built up. 4.
Q-2422 PRO TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Shooting: Listed below are common problems you may encounter, and solutions. There is no power to the unit: 1. Be sure you have connected the power cord to a correct wall outlet. There is little or no sound: 1. Check the input selector switch. Make sure it is set to the device that is currently playing. 2. Check to see if the connection cables are connected properly. 3. Check the Trim Output level control on the rear panel, make sure it is not set to low.
Q-2422 PRO WARRANTY The Q-2422 PRO carries a one year limited warranty. We recommend you fill out the enclosed warranty card to validate your purchase. All returned service items whether under warranty or not, must be freight pre-paid and accompany a R.A. (return authorization) number. If the mixer is under warranty, you must provide a proof of purchase invoice. You may obtain a R.A. number by contacting our customer support team on our toll free number.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Model: Q-2422 PRO 3 Channel Mixer POWER SUPPLY: AC 115v~60Hz/230v~50Hz, User Selectable Single Voltage: AC 100V, 50/60Hz (Japan) AC 110V, 60Hz (Colombia) AC 120V, 60Hz (U.S.A. and Canada) AC 127V, 60Hz (Mexico) AC 220V, 50Hz (Chile and Argentina) AC 220V, 60Hz (Philippines and Korea) AC 230V, 50Hz (Europe, U.K., New Zealand, South Africa, and Singapore) AC 240V, 50Hz (Australia) DIMENSIONS: WEIGHT: CROSSFADER: POWER CONSUMPTION: OPERATING TEMPERATURE: 482.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Below -23dB at 1KHz +12 +/-2dB at 13KHz -14 +/-3dB at 13KHz TREBLE: Zone Equalizer: BASS: TREBLE: +12 +/-2dB at 100Hz, -22 +/-3dB at 100Hz +12 +/-2dB at 10KHz, -15 +/-3dB at 10KHz TALKOVER: - 14 dB +/-2dB ©American Audio® - www.AmericanAudio.
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