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™
Q-SPAND MKII
Featuring:
User Guide
and Reference Manual
4295 Charter Street
Los Angeles Ca. 90058
www.AmericanAudio.us
Rev. 4/05
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Q-SPAND MKII™ CONTENTS MAIN FEATURES....................................................................................................................................2 ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS................................................................................................................4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS........................................................................................................................5 INTRODUCTION.....................
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Q-SPAND MKII™ ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION For Dual Voltage models only! WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC • The desired voltage may be set with the SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch on the rear UNIT TO RAIN, LIQUIDS, OR MOISTURE panel (using a flat head screw driver). • Do not force the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch as this may cause damage • If the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch does CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK not m
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Q-SPAND MKII™ ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). intended to alert the user to the presence of important presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the THERE ARE NO
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Q-SPAND MKII™ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 8. Never plug this mixer in to a dimmer pack. 1. For adult use only - Keep out of the reach of children. 9. Do not let insecticides, benzene, or thinner come in contact with the surface of the unit. 2. Water and Moisture - The player should not be used near water - for example, near a bath 10. This unit is intended for indoor use only, use tub, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet base- of this product outdoors voids
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Q-SPAND MKII™ INTRODUCTION Introductions: Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the American Audio® Q-SPAND MKII™ 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 atte
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Q-SPAND MKII™ UNPACKING Every Q-SPAND MKII™ has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect operating condi- tion. 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 suppor
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Q-SPAND MKII™ FRONT PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 1 0 1 0 7 7 4 4 2 2 0 0 2 2 4 4 7 7 2 0 2 0 3 0 3 0 - 4 0 - 4 0 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 1. MICROPHONE EQ SECTION - MICROPHONE TREBLE CONTROL - This knob is used to adjust the treble levels of the Microphone with a maximum signal gain of +12dB or maximum signal decrease of -30dB. Turning the knob in a counter-clockwise direction will decrease the amount of trebl
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Q-SPAND MKII™ FRONT PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS CONT. the “phono” position for turntable operation. 5. CHANNEL GAIN CONTROL - This adjustment is used to adjust the audio source signal input gain for a channel. Never use the gain control to adjust a channels output volume. Setting the gain level properly will ensure a clean output signal. An improper gain level adjustment will send a distorted signal throughout the entire audio line which may damage speakers and amplifiers. To
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Q-SPAND MKII™ FRONT PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS CONT. 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. 11. BNC JACK - This jack is used to supply a 12V DC signal to a gooseneck light, such as the American Audio® GNL-14. 12. POWER SWITCH - This is the main power ON/OFF button. A blue LED next to the power switch will glow when power is ON. Before you turn the power on be sure you have made all
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Q-SPAND MKII™ FRONT PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS CONT. 19. HEADPHONE JACK - This jack is used to connect your headphones to the mixer allowing you to monitor the cue source. Use headphones only rated at 8 ohms to 32 ohms. Most DJ headphones are rated at 16 ohm, these are highly recommended. Always be sure the CUE LEVEL VOLUME (23) is set to minimum before you put the headphones on. 20. ZONE LEVEL VOLUME OUTPUT CONTROL - This rotary knob is used to control the zone level volume.
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Q-SPAND MKII™ FRONT PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS CONT. 28. FEATHER FADER PLUS CROSSFADER - This fader is used to blend the output signals of chan- nels one and two together. When the fader is in the full left position (channel 1), the output signal of channel one will be controlled by the master volume level. The same fundamentals will apply for chan- nel two. Sliding the fader from one position to another will vary the output signals of channels one and two respectively. When t
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Q-SPAND MKII™ REAR PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 32 S E R I A L N O : MI N MAX T R IM OUT P UT 47 46 45 44 43 42 41 40 39 38 35 37 35 36 35 34 33 32. 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. 33. MICROPHONE 2 CONNECTOR - This jack is used to a connect a microphone to the mixer. Connect you micro
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Q-SPAND MKII™ REAR PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS CONT. SELECTOR SWITCH (35) is in the “PHONO 2” position. CD players, Tape Decks and other line level instruments may only be connected to these jacks as long as the LINE LEVEL SELECTOR SWITCH (35) is in the “AUX 2” position. Never connect line level instruments (CD players, tape decks, etc.) to these jacks when the LINE LEVEL SELECTOR SWITCH (35) is in the “PHONO 2” position, THIS MAY SERIOUSLY DAMAGE YOUR MIXER! The red colored
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Q-SPAND MKII™ REAR PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS CONT. signal. These jacks should only be used for shorter cable runs to signal processors or looping to another mixer. For cable runs greater than 15 feet use the XLR BALANCED JACKS (53). 44. TRIM OUTPUT - This knob is used to adjust the maximum voltage output level. Output voltage wil range from 0v ~ 9v. This function may be used to limit the maximum siganl output level. 45. BALANCED XLR MASTER OUTPUTS JACKS - The Master Output
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Q-SPAND MKII™ TYPICAL MIXER SET-UP 1 0 1 0 7 7 4 4 2 2 0 0 2 2 4 4 7 7 2 0 2 0 3 0 3 0 - 4 0 - 4 0 S E R I A L N O : MI N M A X TR I M O U TP U T 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 AUTO CUE CUE ELAPSED TOTAL REMAIN . SINGLE LOOP RELOOP T M S F PITCH EJECT/ STOP SCRATCH FLANGER HOLD ECHO TRANS PARAMETER SGL/CTN TIME AUTO CUE 8%/12%/16% ON/OFF CASSETTE DECK SAMPLE PITCH T U R N T A B L E This image details a typical DJ Set Up consisting of a
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Q-SPAND MKII™ TYPICAL MIXER SET-UP 1 0 1 0 7 7 4 4 2 2 0 0 2 2 4 4 7 7 2 0 2 0 3 0 3 0 - 4 0 - 4 0 S E R I A L N O : M IN M A X T R IM OUT P U T 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
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Q-SPAND MKII™ 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 day
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Q-SPAND MKII™ 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
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Q-SPAND MKII™ WARRANTY The Q-SPAND MKII™ carries a one year limited warranty. We recommend you fill out the enclosed war- ranty 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
