ALLEN&HEATH User Guide Publication AP4975 XONE:V6 User Guide AP4975 Issue 2 Copyright © 2003 Allen & Heath Limited. All rights reserved Whilst we believe the information in this guide to be reliable we do not assume responsibility for inaccuracies. We also reserve the right to make changes in the interest of further product development. This product complies with the European Electromagnetic Compatibility directives 89/336/EEC & 92/31/EEC and the European Low Voltage Directives 73/23/EEC & 93/68/EEC. This product has been tested to EN55103 Parts 1 & 2 1996 for use in Environments E1, E2, E3, and E4 to demonstrate compliance with the protection requirements in the European EMC directive 89/336/EEC. During some tests the specified performance figures of the product were affected. This is considered permissible and the product has been passed as acceptable for its intended use. Allen & Heath has a strict policy of ensuring all products are tested to the latest safety and EMC standards. Customers requiring more information about EMC and safety issues can contact Allen & Heath. NOTE: Any changes or modifications to the console not approved by Allen & Heath could void the compliance of the console and therefore the users authority to operate it. ALLEN&HEATH Manufactured in the United Kingdom Allen & Heath Limited Kernick Industrial Estate, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 9LU, UK http://www.allen-heath.com 2 XONE:V6 User Guide Important Safety Instructions ­ Read First Read instructions: Covers: Read and retain these instructions for future reference. Read the instructions on the Safety Sheet provided separately. Adhere to all warnings printed here and on the console and its power unit. Do not remove the power unit cover. Operate the console with its cover correctly fitted. Disconnect mains power by unplugging the power cord if you need to remove the console cover to set option jumpers. Refer servicing work to competent technical personnel only. Connect the console power unit to a mains power supply only of the type described in this user guide and marked on the unit. The power source must provide a good ground connection. Do not remove or tamper with the ground connection in the power cord. Use the power cord with sealed mains plug appropriate for your local mains supply as provided with the console. Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on, stretched or pinched by items placed upon or against it. Install the console and its power unit in accordance with the instructions printed in this user guide. Do not connect the output of power amplifiers directly to the console. Use audio connectors and plugs only for their intended purpose. Ensure adequate ventilation around the console and its power unit. Do not obstruct the ventilation slots or position the unit where the air flow required for ventilation is impeded. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose the equipment to rain or moisture or use it in damp or wet conditions. Do not place containers of liquids on it which might spill into any openings. Locate the units away from direct sunlight and any equipment which produces heat such as power supplies, amplifiers and heaters. Protect from excessive dirt, dust, heat and vibration when operating and storing. Avoid tobacco ash, drinks spillage, and smoke, especially that associated with smoke machines. Do not mount the power supply on any surface subject to resonance or vibration. To prevent damage to the controls and cosmetics avoid placing heavy objects on the console surfaces, scratching the surface with sharp objects, or rough handling and vibration. Protect the controls from damage during transit. Use adequate packing if you need to ship the unit. Mains power: Installation: Ventilation: Moisture: Environment: Handling: XONE:V6 User Guide 3 Important Note on Mains Voltage Setting The power unit has two mains voltage settings. Check that your unit is correctly set to work with your local mains voltage. This is marked on the power unit rear panel. The setting cannot be changed by the user. Refer this work to your service agent. 115V to 230V AC auto-sensing (most of the world) 100V AC fixed (Japan) Important Mains Plug Wiring Instructions The console is supplied with a moulded mains plug fitted to the AC mains power lead. Follow the instructions below if the mains plug has to be replaced. The wire which is coloured Green/Yellow or Green must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or with the Earth symbol. This appliance must be earthed. The wire which is coloured Blue or White must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter N. The wire which is coloured Brown or Black must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L. Ensure that these colour codes are followed carefully in the event of the plug being changed. 4 XONE:V6 User Guide Contents Important Safety Instructions .....................................................3 Front and Rear Panel Drawings .................................................6 Welcome to the XONE:V6..........................................................7 Front Panel Controls ..................................................................8 Rear Connectors ......................................................................14 Installing the Power Supply......................................................21 Installing the Console...............................................................23 Grounding ................................................................................24 Wiring the Cables .....................................................................26 Connector Types......................................................................27 Switching the Console On........................................................28 Operating Level and Meters .....................................................29 Internal Option Jumpers...........................................................30 Replacing the VU Meter Bulb ...................................................34 Block Diagram..........................................................................35 Technical Specification ............................................................36 Performance Curves.................................................................39 User Notes (blank page) ..........................................................42 XONE:V6 User Guide 5 INPUT 1 PHONO LINE INPUT 2 PHONO LINE INPUT 3 PHONO LINE INPUT 4 PHONO LINE INPUT 5 LINE A LINE B INPUT 6 LINE A LINE B LEFT MIX LEVEL RIGHT MIX LEVEL 18 10 6303 6 10 18 10 6303 6 10 18 10 6303 6 10 18 10 6303 6 10 18 10 6303 6 10 18 10 6303 6 10 LEVEL 100 60 200 400 LEVEL 100 60 200 400 LEVEL 100 60 200 400 LEVEL 100 60 200 400 LEVEL 100 60 200 400 LEVEL 100 60 200 400 10kHz 2.5kHz 10kHz TONE 40 500 40 500 40 500 40 500 40 500 40 500 -6 +6 -15 +15 -6 +6 LF HF 30Hz 600Hz 30Hz 600Hz 30Hz 600Hz 30Hz 600Hz 30Hz 600Hz 30Hz 600Hz HI-PASS OFF ON OFF ON HI-PASS OFF ON HI-PASS OFF ON HI-PASS OFF ON HI-PASS OFF ON HI-PASS 80Hz 120Hz 100Hz CUE/MIX CUE 4 3 2 1 Rotary Faders CUE 6 7 8 9 3 2 1 0 10 CHANNEL 2 9 4 5 6 7 8 3 2 1 4 CUE 5 6 7 8 9 0 10 CHANNEL 3 3 2 1 4 CUE 5 6 7 8 9 0 10 CHANNEL 4 3 2 1 4 CUE 5 6 7 8 9 0 10 CHANNEL 5 3 2 1 4 CUE 5 6 7 8 9 0 10 CHANNEL 6 -6 +6 -15 4 3 2 5 +15 6 7 8 3 2 1 -6 4 5 6 +6 7 8 9 10 3 2 CUE 4 5 6 MIX 7 8 9 MASTER EQ 4 3 2 1 0 10 5 6 7 8 9 ON OFF 5 1 0 9 1 0 11 10 MIC 10 BOOTH 0 11 PHONES 0 10 CHANNEL 1 MASTER XLR 1 GND -OUT +OUT +IN LINE IN/OUT INSERT TIP SEND RING RETURN 2 2 - IN 1 GND TIP + RING - MASTER INSERT L A R LINE A L R LINE A L R PHONO/ A LINE L R PHONO/ A LINE L R PHONO/ A LINE L R PHONO/ LINE MIC INPUT EXT CUE INPUT R CUE DC LINK RECORD -10dBV L MIC INSERT MASTER OUT -2dBu L MIC TO BOOTH R BOOTH +4dBu DC POWER INPUT ONLY USE CORRECT ALLEN&HEATH PSU MASTER OUT L L MADE IN ENGLAND BY ALLEN & HEATH LIMITED AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. WARNING - THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. REFER TO USER GUIDE BEFORE CONNECTING SUPPLY. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. ALLEN&HEATH R PHONES 2 WARNING! R SND SND SND SND SND SND FOR BALANCED CONNECTION ONLY. DO NOT SHORT PIN 2 OR PIN 3 TO GROUND. FOR UNBALANCED OPERATION USE JACK OUTPUTS RTN RTN RTN RTN RTN RTN 6 XONE:V6 User Guide Welcome to the The XONE:V6 is an audiophile rotary club mixer that sets a new quality benchmark. It is an echo of the earliest days of pro audio when pioneering individuals hand crafted outstanding products free from the constraints of cost and time. We revisited the basics of audio circuit design restoring the simple purity of a minimum signal path meticulously constructed from the finest discrete components. The result is a console that gives great recordings the space and freedom to express their true warmth and clarity. The main circuits use carefully selected transistors instead of ICs to ensure the shortest signal path and high voltage rail operation for massive headroom. The lower open loop stage gain means minimum negative feedback resulting in reduced intermodulation distortion of the complex waveforms typical of music. The all important RIAA input stage uses paralleled audio grade JFETS and a composite passive equalisation network which maintains low noise and very high input impedance constant with frequency. Similar care has been taken with the input preamps using JFETS in a classic long tailed pair configuration and a Class A mosfet output stage which replaces the busy integrated op-amp typically found in modern preamps. Two of the channels feature valve inputs producing the distinctive second harmonic distortion which helps warm up clinical sounding sources such as CD. As much time has been spent carrying out `golden ear' listening tests as performance logging in the laboratory. The result is the simple assurance that you will hear every nuance of the music you mix. The same attention to quality detail is applied to the construction. The face plate is machined from 6mm thick bead blasted aluminium. The main VU meters are a very rugged and accurate original 1950's British telecom design. The vintage durability is also reflected in the choice of the knobs and switches. The XONE:V6 also features the best in modern technology and engineering excellence. The top of the range, oil damped rotary faders are made by Penny & Giles, a British company renowned for its fader expertise. Not only are the controls guaranteed to give you the finest mix precision, they will also give you the longest term service. The power unit also benefits from the finest in linear design for a rock solid bottom end and utmost clarity. The 6 input channels each have two selectable stereo inputs. CH1-4 include selectable RIAA and line inputs. CH5 and 6 feature stereo line valve preamps. Rear panel inserts are provided for patching in external processing. The channel hi-pass filters use large rotary controls for performance mixing. The microphone channel has a balanced XLR input with selectable phantom power, vocal optimised EQ, insert point, on/off switch, and the ability to route to the booth if required. Balanced XLR master and booth stereo outputs are provided. The master output is also available on unbalanced TRS jack, and includes an insert point. The recording output is taken from the booth mix. Two band EQ is available on both the master and booth outputs. The cue system feeds both front and rear headphones sockets. The channel cue switches auto-cancel for fast action, and the cue/mix rotary fader lets you audition how a source will sound when added to the mix. The tone control helps you lift the sounds you want to check in your headphones. Various internal jumpers are provided so you can set preferred source selection and operating levels. We hope you enjoy using the XONE:V6 as much as we have enjoyed designing it. Andy Rigby-Jones, the designer XONE:V6 User Guide 7 INPUT 4 PHONO LINE Channel Controls 6 Input channels are provided. Each has switchable inputs for two stereo sources. CH1-4 provide line and phono (RIAA) inputs. CH5 and 6 feature valve preamps and have two switchable line sources each. All channels provide insert points for patching in additional equipment. Internal jumper options let you change the gain settings and switch out the RIAA equalisation. 18 10 6303 6 10 LEVEL 100 60 200 400 Phono / Line select CH1-4 This toggle switch selects the PHONO input in its left position, or the LINE input in its right position. Line A / Line B select CH5,6 This toggle switch selects the LINE A input in its left position, or the LINE B ...