Q-2411 User Guide and Reference Manual 04/05 4295 Charter Street Los Angeles Ca. 90058 www.AmericanAudio.
Q-2411™ CONTENTS MAIN FEATURES....................................................................................................................................2 ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS...............................................................................................................4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.......................................................................................................................5 INTRODUCTION............................................................
Q-2411™ 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-2411™ 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-2411™ 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-2411™ INTRODUCTION Introductions: Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the American Audio® Q-2411™ 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-2411™ UNPACKING Every Q-2411™ 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-2411™ 1 FRONT PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 2 3 4 5 6 7 POWE R ON OF F Q -2 4 1 1 60 250 1K 4K 16K +10 0 -10 EQ 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 1. MICROPHONE 1 - This combo jack will accept a standard 1/4 plug or XLR 3-pin balanced male plug. The volume output level for this microphone will be controlled by its own respective CHANNEL KNOB (20). Note: We recommend that you use a 500-600ohm microphone for the best sound quality. 2.
Q-2411™ 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. 5. MASTER OUTPUT BALANCE CONTROL - This knob is used to control the pan, adjust how much of the signal is sent to the left and right output level. For true stereo imaging, maintain the knob in the 12 o’ clock position. 6. POWER SWITCH - This is the main power ON/OFF button.
Q-2411™ FRONT PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS CONT. For example; Assuming you have two compatible American Audio™ CD players or a compatible dual CD player connected to channels one and two. When the Fader "Q" Start option is turned on, sliding the crossfader to the far left position will trigger playback on CD player 1. When the crossfader is pushed to the far right position, playback on CD player 2 will begin, and CD player 1 will return to the cue position.
Q-2411™ REAR PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 21 SERIAL NO: CH-4 2 1 LINE 5 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 23 25 23 24 23 22 21. 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. 22. 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-2411™ REAR PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS CONT. 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 (4) must be in the "Phono 2/Aux 2" position, to monitor any source connected to these jacks. CHANNEL 2: LINE 2 INPUT JACKS - DO NOT CONNECT TURNTABLES TO THESE JACKS! CD players, Tape Decks and other line level instruments may be connected to these jacks.
Q-2411™ REAR PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS CONT. and a compatible American Audio® or American DJ® CD Player. Using the mini plug included with your CD player, connect from the CD player controller out jack to this jack. Player A “Q-Start” functionallity will be controlled by the left side of the CROSSFADER (16). For more information on “Q-Start” functionallity refer to the user manual included with your CD player.
Q-2411™ TYPICAL MIXER SET-UP POWE R ON OF F Q -2 4 1 1 60 250 1K 4K 16K +10 0 -10 EQ SERIAL NO: CH-4 2 1 LINE 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 CUE ELAPSED TOTAL REMAIN AUTO CUE . SINGLE LOOP RELOOP T M S PITCH F EJECT/ STOP SCRATCH FLANGER HOLD ECHO CASSETTE DECK TRANS PARAMETER SGL/CTN TIME AUTO CUE 8%/12%/16% ON/OFF SAMPLE PITCH 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.
Q-2411™ TYPICAL MIXER SET-UP POWE R ON OF F Q -2 4 1 1 60 250 1K 4K 16K +10 0 -10 EQ SERIAL NO: CH-4 2 1 LINE 5 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.
Q-2411™ 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-2411™ 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. The sound is distorted: 1. Make sure that the Gain level control is not set to high.
Q-2411™ WARRANTY The Q-2411™ 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.
Q-2411™ SPECIFICATIONS Model: Q-2411 4 Channel Mixer POWER SUPPLY: DIMENSIONS: WEIGHT: CROSSFADER: AC 115v~60Hz/230v50Hz, User Selectable 482.6mm (W) x 177mm (D) x 97mm (H) 6.6 Lbs. / 3.0Kgs. Feather Fader Plus - VCA detecting fader start control Low grounding impedance crossfader 12W typical, 20W w/ full headphone output 16 Ohms 5 to 35 deg. C; Humidity: 25 to 85% RH (non-condensing); Storage Temperature: -20 to 60 deg.
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