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User Guide
Firmware V1.2 Issue 3
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1. Important Information .................................................................................. 7
2. Introduction ................................................................................................... 8
The different models .............................................................................................. 8
Images and examples in this guide ................................................................ 10
3. Updating Firmware ...................................................................................... 11
Update firmware using the CQ-MixPad app ................................................ 11
Update firmware using a USB drive ................................................................12
4. Connections .................................................................................................. 13
Power ........................................................................................................................... 13
Mic/Line Inputs ....................................................................................................... 13
Outputs ....................................................................................................................... 14
Footswitch ................................................................................................................ 14
USB and SD Card ................................................................................................... 15
Network Port ............................................................................................................ 15
Built-In WiFi Access Point (CQ-18T, CQ- ............................................ 20B) 15
Bluetooth ................................................................................................................... 16
MIDI .............................................................................................................................. 16
5. Connecting control apps ......................................................................... 17
First connection to a CQ- ............................................................................ 20B 17
Switching the Enabled Network on a CQ- ........................................... 20B 18
Connect using WiFi Access Point (CQ- - .............................. 18T, CQ 20B) 18
Connect using an external router or network ............................................ 19
Connect a computer directly with a network cable ................................ 19
6. Operation and Workflow .......................................................................... 20
Powering on ............................................................................................................. 20
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Powering off ............................................................................................................ 20
Physical Controls (CQ-12T, CQ- ................................................................18T) 21
CQ-MixPad ................................................................................................................ 22
CQ4You...................................................................................................................... 24
Workflow and main screens overview .......................................................... 25
Quick Start ............................................................................................................... 26
Shows, Scenes and Libraries ........................................................................... 28
Processing Copy, Paste and Reset ................................................................ 31
Processing Quick Fire ......................................................................................... 34
Convert a Quick Channel to a Complete Channel ................................... 35
7. How to… ......................................................................................................... 36
Use Gain Assistant ............................................................................................... 36
Use Quick Channels ............................................................................................. 38
Send signal from Inputs to the Main Output ............................................. 40
Send signal from Inputs to Outputs 1-6 ...................................................... 42
Use the Feedback Assistant ............................................................................ 44
Add and use FX ...................................................................................................... 49
Setup and use Mute Groups and DCAs ....................................................... 52
Send Audio to and from a DAW ....................................................................... 55
Record/Playback Multitrack using an SD Card ....................................... 58
Store and Recall settings ................................................................................... 61
8. CONFIG .......................................................................................................... 65
INPUTS ....................................................................................................................... 65
OUTPUTS ................................................................................................................... 67
Digital Audio (Symbols) / USB/SD ................................................................ 69
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Digital Audio (Symbols) / Bluetooth .............................................................. 71
AMM (Auto Mic Mixer) ........................................................................................... 72
CONTROL & NETWORK / Footswitch ............................................................ 73
CONTROL & NETWORK / Soft Rotaries (CQ-18T) ..................................... 74
CONTROL & NETWORK / Soft Keys ............................................................... 75
CONTROL & NETWORK / Mute Groups ......................................................... 76
CONTROL & NETWORK / DCAs ........................................................................ 77
CONTROL & NETWORK / Custom Layer ...................................................... 78
CONTROL & NETWORK / Network (Ethernet) ............................................ 79
CONTROL & NETWORK / Network (WiFi) (CQ-18T, CQ_20B) .............. 80
9. PROCESSING ................................................................................................ 81
Processing Screen Overview ............................................................................. 81
INPUTS (bank view) .............................................................................................. 83
INPUT / Quick Channels .................................................................................... 84
INPUT / Preamp ..................................................................................................... 88
INPUT / Gate ........................................................................................................... 90
INPUT / PEQ ............................................................................................................. 91
INPUT / Compressor ............................................................................................ 92
INPUT / Sends ........................................................................................................ 94
ST. INPUTS / FX (bank view) ............................................................................ 95
OUTPUTS (bank view) .......................................................................................... 96
OUTPUT / GEQ ........................................................................................................ 97
OUTPUT / PEQ ....................................................................................................... 98
OUTPUT / FBA........................................................................................................ 99
OUTPUT / Compressor ...................................................................................... 102
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OUTPUT / LEVEL and LIMITER ...................................................................... 104
MGrp/DCA .............................................................................................................. 105
10. FADER ........................................................................................................ 106
Fader Screen Overview ..................................................................................... 106
Sends to Main LR ................................................................................................. 107
Sends to an Output ............................................................................................ 108
Sends to FX ........................................................................................................... 109
MGrp/DCA ............................................................................................................... 110
11. FX .................................................................................................................... 111
CONTROL (Shared) ................................................................................................ 111
INPUTS (Shared FX Units only) ....................................................................... 113
PEQ (Shared and Inserted FX Units) ............................................................. 114
OUTPUTS (Shared FX Units only) .................................................................. 115
CONTROL (Inserted) ............................................................................................. 116
FX Model - .......................................................................................... Easy Verb 117
FX Model - .......................................................................................... Echo Verb 118
FX Model - ....................................................................................... Space Verb 119
FX Model – ................................................................................................... Echo 120
FX Model Tap Delay- .......................................................................................... 121
FX Model - ................................................................................... Stereo Delay 122
FX Model - ....................................................................................... Beat Delay 124
FX Model - ............................................................................... Double Tracker 126
FX Model – Chorus .............................................................................................. 127
FX Model – ............................................................................................. Flanger 128
FX Model – ............................................................................................... Phaser 129
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12. HOME .......................................................................................................... 130
Home (Symbol) ..................................................................................................... 130
RECORD / Stereo .................................................................................................. 131
RECORD / Multitrack .......................................................................................... 133
SCENES .................................................................................................................... 136
DATA / Shows ....................................................................................................... 137
DATA / Libraries ...................................................................................................138
SYSTEM / Info ....................................................................................................... 139
SYSTEM / USB/SD (Symbols) ....................................................................... 140
SYSTEM / Firm ............................................................................................. ware 141
SYSTEM / Meters ................................................................................................. 142
SYSTEM / Preferences ...................................................................................... 143
13. Resets ........................................................................................................ 144
CQ- - ............................................................... 12T and CQ 18T Factory Reset 144
CQ- .............................................. 20B Factory and Network Only Resets 144
Default Network Settings ................................................................................. 145
14. System Block Diagram ......................................................................... 146
15. Specifications .......................................................................................... 147
16. Warranty Information ........................................................................... 150
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1. I Important nformation
Safety
Before powering on the CQ, read the safety instructions sheet
( - - - -004 1511 01 or 004 1512 01) supplied with the unit. For your own safety and that of
the operator, technical crew and performers, follow all instructions and heed all
warnings included in these documents and printed directly on the those
equipment.
Ventilation
Do not obstruct any of the air vents when in use. Adequate ventilation is especially
required for the cooling fan found on the bottom of the CQ- -18T and CQ 12T, and the
side of the CQ- . 20B
Updates to this user guide
This user guide is intended to be used and distributed in a digital format; it may be
up issued at any time. Always ensure you are referring to the latest version which
matches the firmware version and avoid printing a hard copy wherever being used,
possible.
Registration
To be kept informed of updates, the latest firmware and new releases for the CQ
range, register your CQ at https://www.allen-heath.com/resources/
Support
For further support with CQ, please visit support.allen-heath.com, or contact
your local distributor.
Trademarks and Logos
SD and SDHC are trademarks of SD-3C LLC.
Firmware updates and apps
Visit www.allen-heath.com/myCQ to obtain the latest version of
firmware and ensure you are registered to receive notifications on
future updates.
The firmware on the CQ and all app versions must have the same major
release number. This is the first two digits of each release number.
. . Firmware V1 1.3 and App V1 1.5 = compatible
Firmware V . . 1 1.3 and App V1 2.3 = not compatible
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2. Introduction
Welcome to the CQ User Guide.
CQ is a range of portable, standalone digital audio mixers which use 96kHz
processing and include assistants and tools designed to be used by technical and
non- technical users alike.
There are 3 models in the range, two with hands- , on control and all of which can be
controlled remotely. with All have a similar set of features and specifications,
differences in I/O, channel count and control options.
The different models
Mic/Line
Inputs
5x ‘Combi’
8x XLR
8x ‘Combi’ XLR/
TRS
8 x XLR
8x ‘Combi’ XLR/
TRS
Stereo Line
Inputs 1 (2x Balanced TRS) 1 (2x Balanced TRS)
2 (4x Balanced
TRS)
Main Outputs 2x XLR 2x XLR 2x XLR
Monitor/Aux
Outputs
6x Mono
Balanced TRS
6x Mono
Balanced XLR
Headphone
Outputs
1x ¼” TRS x ¼” TRS 1x ¼” TRS 2
Touchscreen 7” Multi 7” Multi- Touch - Touch
-
SoftKeys 3 3
-
Soft/Smart
Rotaries
- 3
-
FX Engines 2 4 4
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CQ- 18T Hardware Overview
CQ-12 T Hardware Overview
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CQ- 20B Hardware Overview
Images and examples in this guide
This guide uses screenshots from the CQ- which 18T, includes all the features of the
CQ- . 12T and more
CQ-MixPad, used to control all models, has an almost identical user interface with a
few layout differences (listed in the CQ-MixPad section of this guide) so is not
shown in addition.
Features specific to any model or interface are noted.
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3. F Updating irmware
There with - are two methods for updating CQ firmware, either the CQ MixPad app
(available for iOS, Android, Mac and Windows) or by using a USB drive connected to
the USB- . A port
U ( pdating firmware from V1.1.0 onward) will not clear or delete data, but it is best
practice to store a show before carrying out an update if possible.
CQ’s manufactured before September 2023 were loaded with firmware V1.0.1.
Data stored using this version is incompatible with later firmware. A full reset
should be carried out after first firmware update.the
Update firmware using the CQ- MixPad app
1. Download the latest version of the app. iOS and Android versions are
available from the Mac and PC versions are App Store and Play Store.
available from allen-heath.com.
2. MixPad Connect CQ- to the CQ (see the App Setup ) section
3. If an update is required, the app will provide details and instructions on
screen, with an option to begin the update process.
4. Confirm the update on the CQ.
5. Restart the CQ.
6. Check that the new version has installed correctly by looking at Current: in
the HOME / SYSTEM / Firmware tab, or find the Firmware Version: listed
in the HOME / SYSTEM / Info tab.
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Update firmware using a USB drive
1. Insert a new or FAT formatted USB drive into the CQ’s USB-A . port
2. Press the HOME screen key and select SYSTEM then the USB/SD tab (with
USB and SDHC symbols).
3. Press the Format button in the USB Status section on the left and follow
the on-screen instructions to format the drive, this will clear all data and
set up any necessary folder structure . for use with CQ
4. Once formatted remove the drive and connect to a Windows or Mac
computer.
5. Download the latest version of firmware from
http://www.allen- heath.com/mycq
ensure that the correct version of firmware is downloaded for the model
being updated.
6. Unzip/expand the downloaded ZIP file and copy the firmware file (which
has a .bin suffix) to the root of the USB drive, do not place it in any of the
folders.
7. Ensure there is only one firmware on the USB drive at any one version of
time. Delete all old versions before copying new ones.
8. Safely eject the drive and re- . insert into the CQ
9. G . o to the CQ’s HOME screen, select SYSTEM and then Firmware
10. This screen will display the firmware the unit is currently running at the
bottom and the firmware found on the connected USB drive at the top.
Touch button the Update to begin the update process.
11. Follow the on-screen instructions and touch the Restart button when
prompted to reboot the CQ and complete the firmware update.
12. Check that the new version has installed correctly by looking at Current: in
the HOME / / SYSTEM Firmware tab, or find the Firmware Version: listed
in the HOME / / SYSTEM Info tab.
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4. Connections
Power
CQ- - 12T, CQ 18T
12VDC, 5A, centre positive connection and clip. Use supplied external switching
power supply with IEC connection . to mains
CQ- 20B
IEC connection . with internal switch mode power supply
Mic/Line Inputs
Mono Inputs 1- - - - - 5 (CQ 12T) and 1 8 (CQ 18T, CQ 20B)
Balanced XLR (1- -Ground, 2 Hot/Positive, 3- )Cold/Negative ,
recallable preamp with +60dB gain and phantom power.
Mono Inputs 6- - - - - 10 (CQ 12T) and 9 16 (CQ 18T, CQ 20B)
Balanced XLR (1- -Ground, 2 Hot/Positive, 3- ) Cold/Negative
Or ¼” TRS Jack (Tip-Hot/Positive, Ring-Cold/Negative, Sleeve-
Ground)
Mono Inputs 15- - - -16 (CQ 20B) switched to Hi Z mode
¼” TS Jack (Tip- - ) Hot/Positive, Sleeve Ground
Mono inputs include -recallable preamp with +60dB gain, fixed 20dB pad on TRS
input, phantom power supplied to XLR connection only.
Stereo Line Inputs
2x ¼” TRS Jack (Tip- -Hot/Positive, Ring Cold/Negative,
Sleeve-Ground)
Stereo input connections are normalled (L/M, R), connect mono signals to left
socket only. Digital trim control available in processing channel.
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Outputs
Main LR
Balanced 1- -XLR ( Ground, 2 Hot/Positive, 3- ) Cold/Negative
Nominal +4dBu output (when output meter displays 0dB)
Out 1- - - 6 (CQ 12T, CQ 18T)
Balanced Tip-¼” TRS Jack ( Hot/Positive, Ring-Cold/Negative,
Sleeve-Ground)
Nominal +4dBu output (when output meter displays 0dB)
Out 1- - 6 (CQ 20B)
Balanced XLR (Pin1-Ground, Pin2-Hot/Positive, Pin3-
Cold/Negative)
Nominal +4dBu output (when output meter displays 0dB)
Headphone/s
Stereo ¼” TRS Jack (Tip- - - ) Left, Ring Right, Sleeve Ground
Recallable digital trim control.
Footswitch
Mono (TS) or Dual (TRS) ¼” Jack
Can be calibrated for use with momentary or latching switches.
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USB and SD Card
USB- A (CQ as host, for audio and data storage and
recall)
USB-B ). (CQ as client, for audio and MIDI
C . -onforms to USB 2.0 standard Class compliant USB
B interface.
Full size SD card slot. Use SDHC, Up to 32GB, UHS-I,
Class 10.
Network Port
RJ45, Fast Ethernet. For network control only.messaging
Built-In WiFi Access Point (CQ- - 18T, CQ 20B)
Dual band (2.4GHz or 5GHz), Auto Channel sensing.
For network control messaging only.
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Bluetooth
Bluetooth 4.1 for high quality stereo audio playback.
MIDI
CQ sends and receives MIDI via USB Network -B or
connection.
For full the CQ MIDI Protocol details, refer to
document, available to download from
https://www.allen-heath.com/resources/
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5. Connecting control apps
The - CQ MixPad app provides full remote control of the CQ over a network
connection from an iOS, Android, macOS or Windows device.
CQ4You is an easy- - to use personal monitoring app, which also works over a
network, and controls the send levels to one of the outputs.
Up to 2 instances of CQ-MixPad can be connected to a CQ at once, along with up to
6 instances of CQ4You (one for every output).
Note that only control messaging is shared over the network connection between
the CQ and any connected app, no audio is transmitted or received. To send audio
wirelessly from a device to the CQ, the Bluetooth connection can be used.
Remote control of the CQ is not possible via Bluetooth.
The firmware on the CQ and all app versions must have the same major release
number. This is the first two digits of each release number.
Firmware V1 1 1 1. .3 and App V . .5 = compatible
Firmware V . . 1 1.3 and App V1 2.3 = not compatible
First connection - to a CQ 20B
1) After booting, the Chromatic Meter LED will flash to show the enabled (CM)
network, if not, carry out a network or full reset of the unit.
2) Press the RESET button to toggle between the two options.
• flashing BLUE = Wi-Fi enabled with default settings
• flashing YELLOW = Ethernet enabled with default settings
The Chromatic Meter (CM) LED will continue to flash until a network has been
set up and secured.
3) Connect the device running CQ-MixPad to either the built Fi, to the - -in Wi
same network as the CQ is connected to or connect directly to the CQ
using a network cable.
4) Complete the setup of the network as described in the rest of this section.
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Switching the Enabled Network on a - CQ 20B
The enabled network can be switched between Ethernet and WiFi Access Point
from the CONFIG -MixPad. / CONTROL & NETWORK / Network screen in CQ
The enabled network can also be switched at any time on the unit itself with a
short press of the RESET The button. Chromatic Meter (CM) LED will then flash
briefly to show the enabled network.
• flashing BLUE = Wi-Fi enabled
• flashing YELLOW = Ethernet enabled
If there are problems connecting, carry out a network or full reset of the unit.
Connect using WiFi Access Point (CQ-18T - ) , CQ 20B
1) Navigate to CONFIG / CONTROL & NETWORK / Network
If there is already a connection to the CQ -20B, otherwise follow First connection
to a CQ-20B.
2) Switch Enabled Network to WiFi Access Point
3) Set the WPA2 Password.
4) Setup the network. R : ecommended settings are
• WPA2 Password on
• Frequency dependent on environment and other equipment
If using Bluetooth which works across 2.4GHz, setting Wi-Fi to use 5GHz can
prevent interference issues.
• Channel set to Auto
• SSID Hidden ( once all devices have connected and stored network
details)
5) Note the network name (SSID) and password.
6) Apply any changes.
7) Connect the remote device to the Wi- Fi network that’s just been set up.
8) Run CQ or CQ4You- MixPad and connect to the CQ from the C Uhoose nit
list.
If the unit does not appear in the choose unit list, try selecting ‘Other’ and
entering the IP address manually. The current IP address of the unit is listed in
the screen.HOME / / SYSTEM Info
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Connect using an external router or network
1) Connect the CQ to the external router or network as a client, using a
network cable connected to the network port. Follow instructions on any
router or access point as if the CQ were a computer (e.g. connect to a LAN
port).
2) / Navigate to CONFIG CONTROL & NETWORK / Network
3) Switch - - Enabled Network to Ethernet (CQ 18T, CQ 20B)
4) Setup the network. It is recommended that set to IP Mode is Automatic, to
allow automatic address assignment via DHCP where possible. Setting IP
Mode to Manual should only be required where a DHCP host is not
available, or for setups where an IT or networking team needs to allow
access.
When IP Mode is set to Automatic and no IP address is provided to the CQ, it will
auto assign itself an address. This is noted by a (*) appearing after the address
in the network config and system information screens.
If IP Mode is set to Manual and the change is applied before editing the address,
gateway and subnet, the defaults can be found in the Default Network Settings
section of this guide.
5) Connect a device to the same router, access point or network.
6) Run CQ-MixPad or CQ4You and connect to the CQ from the Choose Unit
list.
Connect directlya computer with a network cable
1) Navigate to CONFIG / CONTROL & NETWORK / Network
2) Switch Enabled Network - - to Ethernet (CQ 18T, CQ 20B)
3) Set Mode IP to Automatic and apply to let the CQ self- assign an address.
4) Connect the device running CQ-MixPad directly via the network port.
5) Run CQ-MixPad and connect to the CQ from the Choose Unit list.
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6. Operation and Workflow
Powering on
CQ- - 12T and CQ 18T
1) Connect mains power to the inline 12V DC PSU
2) Connect the PSU to the CQ
3) Power on the CQ using the power switch
4) Turn down output levels on the CQ
5) Connect outputs to external equipment e.g. amplifiers or powered speakers
6) Power on and set input levels on any external equipment e.g. amplifiers,
powered speakers, IEM transmitters
7) Turn up output levels on the CQ
CQ- 20B
1) Connect mains power to the unit
2) Connect outputs to external equipment e.g. amplifiers or powered speakers
3) Power on and set input levels on any external equipment e.g. amplifiers,
powered speakers, IEM transmitters
4) Turn up output levels on the CQ
Powering off
CQ- - 12T and CQ 18T
1) Turn down output levels on the CQ
2) Stop any recordings to USB- A or SD Card
3) Power down or disconnect any external equipment e.g. amplifiers, powered
speakers, IEM transmitters
4) Touch the button in the Shut Down HOME / Home (Symbol) screen
5) Turn off the power using the power switch on the CQ
6) Turn off and disconnect the PSU (if required)
CQ- 20B
1) Turn down output levels on the CQ
2) Stop any recordings to USB- A or SD Card
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3) Power down or disconnect any external equipment e.g. amplifiers, powered
speakers, IEM transmitters
4) Touch the button in the Shut Down HOME / Home (Symbol) screen
5) Turn off and disconnect mains power (if required)
Physical Controls (CQ- - 12T, CQ 18T)
Screen keys
5x Keys for navigation between the main CONFIG, , PROCESSING FADER, FX and
HOME screens.
• Screens have persistence, other than for channel selection, which is
followed across CONFIG, PROCESSING and FADER screens.
• Screen keys can be pressed multiple times in some screens:
o In HOME to return to the home tab and control headphone level.
o I n PROCESSING to exit a processing view and return to bank view.
Soft Keys
3x Custom keys that can be set to control tap tempos, mutes, scene controls and
recording amongst many other functions.
Touchscreen and touchscreen rotary control
7” capacitive multi-touch screen. Touch and drag on screen to control faders. -
Touch a parameter on screen and use the touchscreen rotary control to adjust. The
touchscreen rotary and parameter will illuminate yellow to indicate control.
Soft Rotaries / Smart Rotaries (CQ- ) 18T
3x Rotary controls with RGB illumination that can be set to control levels and
processing parameters for a specific channel or the currently selected channel.
Smart Rotaries mode assigns parameters to the rotaries depending on the current
screen. For example, in input bank view, the rotaries will control G Pain, an and send
level. With a compressor on screen, they instead control Ratio, Threshold and Gain.
Coloured dots in the controls on screen match Smart Rotary illuminationthe to
indicate which parameters are linked.
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CQ- MixPad
The CQ-MixPad app has been designed to have an almost identical interface to the
touchscreen on the CQ- - 12T and CQ 18T.
CQ Touchscreen (Processing bank view)
- CQ MixPad (Processing bank view)
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Differences
1. Main screen keys:
Physical keys on hardware Vs Main tabs at the top of CQ-MixPad
2. Soft Keys:
Physical keys on hardware Vs buttons on CQ- MixPad
3. Location of channel bank tabs:
At the top of a CQ touchscreen Vs At the bottom left of CQ- MixPad
4. Keyboard text entry:
On-screen with hardware Vs Default method for the remote device
Some additions with CQ- MixPad are:
5. Faders are available at the bottom of Processing and FX screens.
6. Other than in the Processing screen, output selection and output level
fader are always available on hand side. -the right
C - ontrol and fine adjustment of faders in CQ MixPad
Touch or click and drag to move faders up or down.
Keep the fader selected (keep finger on screen or click and hold) and move left or
right away from the fader to make finer adjustments when moving up or down. The
further from the fader, the finer the control.
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Adjustment of processing parameters - in CQ MixPad
Touch or click and drag complete channel processing parameters left and right on
to adjust.
Keep the control selected (keep finger on the screen or click and hold) and move up
or down away from the parameter for finer adjustments when moving left or right.
The farther from the parameter, the finer the adjustment.
Control of Quick Channel and FX parameters
These (generally larger) controls do not offer fine control and are designed to be
adjusted using both left/right and up/down . gestures
CQ4You
The app CQ4You allows each musician or performer to control only the send levels
to their own monitor out.
The main screen displays the overall output level on the
right, with the ability to select the output being controlled
above this, and a mute at the bottom.
To the left are 4 groups with control
wheels, which are used to adjust the
send levels for all channels assigned
to it simultaneously. , Meaning for
example, that all the drums in the
monitor can be turned up or down at
the same time.
Double tap a wheel to rename it,
assign channels to it and make
individual send level adjustments for
all assigned channels in the group.
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Workflow s and main screen overview
The CQ UI has been designed for fast operation during mixing and with a logical
layout for setup. Common mixing functions appear in the middle 3 screens, with the
idea that the user ‘works in’ from the HOME and CONFIG screens during setup, and
then switches between PROCESSING, FADER and FX screens when mixing.
The basic intended workflow is as follows:
HOME – Set/check headphone level and use Quick Start to recall a template if
required. Recall a scene or data as a starting point. Return to the home screen for
headphone level adjustment, or if carrying out system functions (e.g. recording or
formatting media, or setting system preferences).
CONFIG – Initial configuration of the mixer before mixing. Work from left to right at
the bottom of the screen on a channel-by-channel basis to set name and colour,
recall channel libraries and to set gains on inputs or delays on outputs. Configure
USB patching and Bluetooth connection, switch AMM on/off, set up physical and
remote control (network setup for app control).
PROCESSING – Adjust processing on a channel-by-channel basis. This screen is
about looking at each channel individually, including seeing SENDS from each
channel to all possible output and FX destinations. Touch a channel once to select
it, then touch any processing ‘block’ to make adjustments.
FADER – ( Adjust signal being sent to a selected output or FX by default input
levels going to Main LR). Includes control of overall level to output sockets and
access to input and output mutes. In the opposite way to the PROCESSING /
SENDS screen, which shows one source going to multiple destinations, the FADER
screen shows multiple sources to one destination.
FX – Adjust FX parameters as required. Recall different FX models to each FX unit.
Use the SENDS TO screen (for FX in shared mode) to see all channels using that FX
unit. Quickly mute all FX between songs.
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Quick Start
The Quick Start button (in the first HOME screen tab) opens a list of factory
templates for use as the starting point for some typical mixer applications.
Recalling a Quick Start template will set all CONFIG, PROCESSING and FX screen
parameters, including input and output channel linking, naming and colour along
with all processing and . FX units
The Quick Start workflow is:
1. Recall a Quick Start template
2. Use the CONFIG screen to make any adjustments to the setup and set
input gains (using Gain Assistant)
3. Raise levels in the FADER screen
4. Make changes to the mix using the PROCESSING, FADER and FX screens
Once the template has been adjusted to suit, it can then be stored as a Scene or
into a Show for future use.
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Important things t : o be aware of when using Quick Start
• The current state of the CQ will be overwritten, so it’s good practice to store
a S cene before recalling a Quick Start template.
• Unlike a Scene, Quick Start can change stereo linking of inputs and outputs
and EQ Type. This can mean that recalling Scenes recalling a Quick after
Start template results in an unexpected setup. To correct an issue due to
different configurations, reset and stereo linking EQ Types to the correct
state and recall the Scene again.
• Preamp Gain settings will be set to 0dB and all +48V Phantom Power will be
turned off.
Templates
All Quick – All linkable channels set to mono. All mono and stereo inputs have the
EasyEQ Quick Channel running (and ) flat for simple, quick control of any input
source type.
All Complete – All linkable channels set to mono. All mono and stereo inputs have
a Complete Channel recalled with all processing blocks fully reset.
Conference - . F All linkable channels set to mono irst bank of inputs use Voice
Quick Channels. All other mono and stereo inputs use EasyEQ Quick Channel (set
flat).
Turn the Automatic Microphone Mixer O n for each voice channel being used in
the screen.CONFIG / AMM
Rock* – Inputs set for Drums, Bass, Rhythm Guitar, Lead Guitar and Vocals, all
using Quick Channels.
Pop* - Inputs set for Drums, Bass, Guitar, Keys, Synth and Vocals, all using Quick
Channels.
Country* - Inputs set for Drums, Bass, Keys, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Banjo,
Fiddle, Harmonica and Vocals, all using Quick Channels.
Jazz* – Inputs set for Drums, Bass, Piano, Guitar, Saxophone, Trumpet and Vocals,
all using Quick Channels.
*These templates vary depending on CQ model being used.
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Shows, Scenes and Libraries
Shows
The CQ has one ‘Show’ running on it at any time. A Show includes the current state
of the mixer, the current mixer config, mixer Spreferences, up to 100 cenes and up
to 128 Library items.
Shows are setups and applications and thereused for different fore recall more
settings than a Scene, including stereo linking of channels, Output EQ Type and
brightness settings for screens or LED’s.
However, Shows do not include network settings, unit name, stored Bluetooth
connections, or USB/SD settings. These are set per unit, so that network settings
on a venue’s mixer are not overwritten when a visiting engineer recalls a Show!
Multiple Shows can be stored and recalled using a USB storage device (e.g. a USB
stick drive).
Scenes
Scenes allow instantaneous and settings storage and recall of multiple parameters
at once. They store/recall the mix state of the CQ and can be used for the different
scenes of a theatre production (hence the name), different songs in a set, or even
different bands at a show if the setups are similar.
The CQ has 100 S Scene slots available (per show). A cene stores all preamp,
channel naming, processing parameters, send levels, FX units and parameters and
Soft Key and Soft Rotary assignments.
Libraries
Libraries are used throughout the CQ to store and recall parameters for channels or
processing.
The button to open the library can be found in the CONFIG, INPUTS and OUTPUTS
screens, the top right- hand corner of most PROCESSING screens and the FX
screen.
A different library depending on which screen is being viewedis opened .
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Stored in the CQ
• 1 Show
• Network settings
• Unit name
• Factory Libraries
Stored in each Show
• 100 Scenes
• 128 User Libraries
• Input/Output Stereo Linking
• USB source and sample rate
• Surface brightness preferences
• Chromatic Metering settings
• Headphone Level
Stored in each Scene
• Input Source
• Preamp/Trim settings
• Input/Output processing
• Send levels and panning
• Channel names and colours
• Channel mutes
• FX units and parameters
• Custom Layer setup
• SoftKey/SoftRotary assignments
• Footswitch settings
• AMM settings
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Available Libraries
All Libraries are displayed a pop accessed using the Library button in theas - , up
screen listed in brackets here. Libraries affect the selected channel or
processing being viewed.
Whole Input Channel (CONFIG / INPUTS)
Includes: Input name/colour, preamp/trim settings, Quick Channel or Complete
Channel (HPF, Gate, PEQ, Compressor)
Input Channel Processing (PROCESSING / INPUTS (bank view))
Includes: Quick Channel, Complete Channel (HPF, Gate, PEQ, Compressor)
Input Channel Processing (PROCESSING / INPUT / Quick Channel)
Includes: Quick Channel or Complete Channel (HPF, Gate, PEQ, Compressor)
Whole ChannelOutput (CONFIG / OUTPUTS)
Includes: Output name, EQ Type, GEQ or PEQ+FBA, Compressor, Limiter
Output Channel Processing (PROCESSING / OUTPUTS (bank view))
Includes: EQ Type, GEQ or PEQ+FBA, Compressor, Limiter
Gate PROCESSING Gate ( / INPUT / )
Includes: Gate settings only
GEQ PROCESSING OUTPUT GEQ ( / / )
Includes: GEQ settings only
PEQ PROCESSING PEQ PROCESSING OUTPUT PEQ ( / INPUT / and / / )
Includes: PEQ settings only
Feedback Assistant (PROCESSING OUTPUT / / FBA)
Includes: FBA settings and Fixed Mode filters only
Compressor (PROCESSING / INPUT / Compressor and PROCESSING / OUTPUT /
Compressor)
Includes: PEQ settings only
Limiter (PROCESSING ) / OUTPUT / Limiter
Includes: Limiter settings only
FX (FX)
Includes: FX model, FX parameters, FX Unit Mute Mode, Insert Mix%
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Processing and ResetCopy, Paste
Copy
Open the dropdown menu from the top right-hand corner and select Copy to see
the available processing to Copy.
Copying can be carried out in the bank view (as shown), but also when viewing
individual processing.
Touch any of the options to copy the processing. The copied processing block or
channel will be indicated with a lighter green.
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Paste
Open the dropdown menu from the top right-hand corner (if not already open from
copying) and select to see the available Paste places any copied processing can
be pasted
Touch any of the options to paste the processing. Any processing block or channel
where processing has been pasted will be indicated with a lighter blue.
Pasting can be carried out in the bank view (as shown), but also when viewing
individual processing.
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Reset
Open the dropdown menu -from the top right hand corner and select Reset to see
the available reset options.
Touch any of these options to reset processing to default values.
Resets can be carried out in the bank view (as shown), but also when viewing
individual processing.
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Processing Quick Fire
Open the dropdown menu -from the top right hand corner when in a bank view and
select Quick Fire to view an overlay which allows processing to be quickly
switched in or out across all visible complete channels.
Quick Fire also allows channels to be muted from within the PROCESSING screen.
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Convert a Quick Channel to a Complete Channel
Any Quick Channel can be converted to a Complete Channel at any time without
any change to the audio.
This allows Quick Channels to be used for a fast setup, but which can then be
switched to Complete Channels for control of individual parameters if desired.
Open the dropdown menu -from the top right hand corner when in a b ank view with
the Quick Channel selected, or when viewing the Quick Channel controls of the
channel convertt be o ed select , then Convert.
A pop-up explaining what will happen will appear and give the option to apply or
cancel conversion.
Note that it is not possible for Complete Channels to be converted to Quick
Channels.
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7. to… How
Use Gain Assistant
Gain Assistant can be used on any input channel which has a preamp, when the
Input Source is set to Analogue.
1. Connect a source (e.g. -Microphone) to input socket 1
10 (CQ- - - - 12T) or 1 16 (CQ 18T, CQ 20B).
2. Go to CONFIG / INPUTS and select that input socket.
Settings will appear in the bottom half of the screen.
3. Ensure the Input Source is set to Analogue.
4. If using a source that requires 48V phantom power,
such as a condenser microphone or active DI box,
ensure this is turned on.
5. In the Gain Assistant section, use the Auto Set
button to begin setting preamp gain.
6. Make noise into the connected microphone or with
the connected instrument/source to let the Gain
Assistant know what the typical signal level will be.
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7. Gain Assistant will automatically raise the Gain and
set the optimum input level.
8. Once the function is complete, the Auto Set Auto
Gain . feature will be enabled The input is now ready
for processing and recording or adding to a mix.
Gain Assistant can also be found in the PROCESSING / Preamp section of a
Complete Channel.
Auto Gain
This can be used independently of Auto Set and turned on or off at any time. Auto
Gain constantly checks the input signal level in the background and if the preamp
gain is set too high (e.g. an instrument or voice get during louder than they were
sound check), it will reduce gain until the signal is back to an optimum level.
Multi Select
Use Gain Assistant functions on multiple preamps with at the same time Multi
Select by simply turning it on and then selecting the desired channels; Input
Source and Gain Assistant settings will then be available at the bottom of the
screen.
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Use Quick Channels
Quick Channels are instrument or source-centric whole channel presets which
allow the user to mix quickly by adjusting multiple parameters with just a few
controls. They -are useful for non technical users who don’t want to get lost in
menus and parameter values, but also for more technical users who need to work
fast but m depth adjustments later.ay want to make more in-
1. Go to input sockeCONFIG / INPUTS and select an t.
Settings will appear in the bottom half of the screen.
OR
1. Go to PROCESSING / INPUTS and select an input
channel in bank view (when multiple channels are
visible).
Be sure to only touch or click once to select a
channel so the screen remains in bank view.
Recall a channel from the CONFIG screen to
include name/colour and preamp settings.
Recall from the PROCESSING screen to
include only the processing and leave the
name/colour and preamp settings as they
were.
2. Open the up with the Library button -Library pop at
either bottom left (CONFIG), or top right
(PROCESSING).
3. Select the Quick tab to list only Quick Channels.
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4. Switch to the builtFactory to show -in factory
options.
5. Choose and recall a Quick Channel according to the
type of instrument/source being used. Each of the
Factory options is a different Quick Channel and
most include several variants when recalled too.
6. In the the Quick Channel PROCESSING view screen,
controls by selecting the channel and then touching
or clicking on the Quick Channel icon.
7. If headphones are connected and the source set to
the default ‘Listen’ option, use the Listen b utton
(with headphone symbol) to hear only the audio from
the current channel.
8. Each Quick Channel is created for a source type and
includes a few controls. Examples can be seen in the
INPUT / Quick Channels section of this guide.
9. When happy with the sound, select from the SENDS
right- dhand si e navigation strip to view and adjust
the levels being sent to FX Units and Outputs.
As listed on screen under the recall section when viewing the Library pop- - - up
recalling from the CONFIG screen will include input Name, Colour and Preamp
settings, whereas from the PROCESSING screen, it includes only processing.
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Send signal s from Input to the Main Output
Prior to sending signal anywhere correctly for , preamp gain or trim should be set
the input . source Follow the How to Use Gain Assistant section for best results.
This ensures optimum signal level coming into the channel for processing, but more
importantly when thinking about sending (routing) signals, changing the preamp
gain or trim s also affect the level of signal being sent to any outputs.
Send uone input at a time sing the PROCESSING screen
1. Go to PROCESSING / INPUTS and select the channel
to be t sen to the Main LR output.
2. Use the fader on the right-hand side to adjust the
send level for just the selected channel . Touch/Click
and drag, or select the fader and use the Touchscreen
rotary control (CQ- - 12T, CQ 18T).
Repeat steps 1 and 2 for other inputs as
required.
3. A djust the (overall) Main LR output level by going to
the OUTPUTS tab, selecting the Main LR output
channel, and again using the fader on the right-hand
side.
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Send multiple inputs to one output using the FADER screen
1. Go to the FADER screen and check that the fader
on -the right hand side is labelled ‘Main LR’. If not,
use the Sends to ‘Send button to show all available
to’ . destinations and select Main LR
2. Use the tabs at the top of the screen to navigate
between banks of Inputs.
3. Raise the fader for any Input (or multiple inputs) to
send signal from input channel to the Main LR
output. Touch/Click and drag, or select the fader
and use the Touchscreen rotary control (CQ-12T,
CQ- 18T).
4. Adjust the (overall) Main LR output using the fader
on the right- hand side.
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Send signal from Inputs -6 to Outputs 1
Prior to sending signal anywhere, preamp gain or trim should be set correctly for
the input source. Follow the How to Use Gain Assistant section for best results.
This ensures optimum signal level coming into the channel for processing, but more
importantly when thinking about sending (routing) signals, changing the preamp
gain or trim also affects the level of signal being sent to any outputs.
Sends from Inputs to each Out can be set ‘Pre or Post Fader’ in the CONFIG /
OUTPUTS screen. Post Fader means the channel send level to the output
depends on both the send level to the output the send level to Main LR.set and
Pre Fader sends on the other hand, are completely independent and mostly
used for monitoring.
Sends to Outputs 1-6 are sourced Post-PEQ -(Pre Comp) from input channels.
This means that the full dynamic range is heard by performers in monitors, and
that the compressor on each input affects only the Main LR.
Send one input at a time using the PROCESSING screen
1. Go to PROCESSING / INPUTS and select
the channel to be sent.
2. Touch/Click the SENDS section at the
bottom of the channel strip to display and
adjust all send levels for that channel.
3. Use the blue faders to adjust the send
levels from
Repeat steps 1 and 2 for other inputs as
required.
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Send O multiple inputs to one utput using the FADER screen
1. Go to the FADER screen and use the
Sends to , button above the fader on the
right- , thand side o select an output to
send signal to.
2. Use the tabs at the top of the screen to
navigate between banks of Inputs.
3. Raise the fader for any Input in order to
send signal from that input channel to the
selected Output.
Touch/Click and drag faders, or select the
fader and use the Touchscreen rotary
control (CQ-12T, CQ- 18T).
4. Adjust the (overall) using the Output level
fader on the right- hand side.
Repeat steps 2 to 4 for different
inputs and different outputs to set
the mix for each.
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Use the Feedback Assistant
The Feedback Assistant ( ) FBA detects the prominent and persistent frequencies
caused by feedback, and then adds narrow filters to the output to reduce the levels
of those frequencies whilst changing the overall sound as little as possible.
It can be used in any situation where the input source can ‘hear’ an output it is
being sent to. Most commonly, a microphone being used in the same space as
monitor speakers and PA system.
The FBA is designed during setup and then to be used to look out for feedback
during the show or event. always run through the setup steps For best results
whenever the setup or venue is changed.
False Positives and best practices
False positives can occur with any feedback-like sound being played (e.g. guitar
feedback, keyboard and synth sounds, flute, operatic vocals etc…). The FBA cannot
know if this is a desired feedback-like sound or not. The FBA on all channels will
always boot with HOLD active to prevent unnecessary filters being added for this
reason. It is best not to leave any FBA actively detecting and adding fixed filters.
Instead, if being left unattended, it is best to leave the filter Mode as Live.
Detect and add F O ixed filters to an utput during setup/soundcheck
This is the most important stage to prevent feedback during a show or event.
Feedback can also be detected more accurately and quickly during
setup/soundcheck and there is less chance of false positives.
Some Feedback must occur for the FBA to detect and filter it. Therefore, before
doing anything, ensure that:
• All microphones are connecto be used ted and have preamp . gain set
• All Input processing has been set to . an approximate starting point
• All outputs have been connected and any speakers powered on.
• A rough mix should be set for monitors and other outputs (though with the
output level lower than needed if feedback is already an issue).
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1. Go to CONFIG / OUTPUTS e and select th Output
socket ) where Feedback Assistant (FBA is needed.
Settings will appear in the bottom half of the
screen.
2. Set EQ Type PEQ & FBA to if it is not already.
3. Go to PROCESSING / OUTPUTS.
4. Select the Output channel, then select the
channel’s FBA to show details and controls.
5. At the bottom left of the screen, select the DETECT
tab (if not already selected)
6. Set . the filter Mode to Fixed This will mean any
detected feedback frequencies will have a fixed
filter applied (which will remain until manually
deleted).
7. Disable HOLD to start detecting feedback
frequencies; Enable HOLD to pause detection at
any time
8. Enable the RTA (Real Time Analyser) to show the
frequency content of the selected Output on the
graph.
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9. Gently raise the Output level fader to the right of
the graph and controls.
As the output level increases, feedback will occur
and the FBA will be able to detect it and add fixed
filters.
Raise the fader to a higher level that it will be used
at during the show or event to generate and detect
as much potential feedback as possible and allow
for changes to the mix (e.g. extra vocal being added
later).
When all frequencies have been detected or all 12
Fixed filters have been used, lower the level again.
10. With setup detection complete, either engage
HOLD Live or switch filter Mode to .
Repeat for any other outputs as required.
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Detect and add Live filters to an Output during a show or event
1. Follow the previous How To guide to add Fixed
filters during setup whenever possible. This gives
the best starting point for the
FBA
.
2. Go to CONFIG / OUTPUTS and select the Output
socket where Feedback Assistant ( ) is needed. FBA
Settings will appear in the bottom half of the
screen.
3. Set EQ Type to PEQ & FBA if it is not already.
4. Go to PROCESSING / OUTPUTS.
5. Select the Output channel, then select the
channel’s FBA to show details and controls.
6. At the bottom left of the screen, select the DETECT
tab (if not already selected)
7. Set the filter Mode . to Live This will mean any
detected feedback frequencies will have a live filter
applie . d, which will immediately begin to recover
8. Set the rate of recovery for all Live filters. This can
be adjusted at any time to speed up or slow down
(or even pause) recovery. It does not affect fixed
filters.
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Add and use FX
There are two ways to use each FX Unit, Shared Inserted or .
When in Shared Mode, the FX Unit gnal from multiple channels at the processes si
same time. The ‘wet’ processed signal can then be sent, at different levels, to
outputs and be heard alongside the ‘dry’ signals coming directly from the channels.
When Inserted, the FX Unit is used on a single input or output channel. Getting its
signal from after the gate of an input channel or right at the beginning of an output
channel. The FX Unit output is then fed back into the channel at the same point so
all other processing (e.g. PEQ) w ill affect it.
Using an FX Unit in Shared Mode
1. Go to the FX screen and select one of the FX
Units on the left- hand side.
2. To usechoose a different FX type, the Library
button at the right top corner of the screen, select
an FX type or stored preset then recall it.
3. At the top of the screen, ensure the CONTROL tab
is selected and the FX Unit controls are shown.
4. Toward the bottom left, set FX Unit Mode to
Shared (if not already set).
5. Set the FX Send Level to 0dB as a starting point.
This can be adjusted at any time to control the
overall signal level being fed into the FX Unit.
6. Set the FX Level to LR to 0dB as a starting point.
This controls the amount of ‘wet’ FX signal being
heard in the Main LR.
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Using an FX Unit in Inserted Mode
1. Go to the FX screen and select one of the FX
Units on the left- hand side.
2. To usechoose a different FX type, the Library
button at the right top corner of the screen, select
an FX type or stored preset then recall it.
3. At the top of the screen, ensure the CONTROL tab
is selected and the FX Unit controls are shown.
4. Toward the bottom left, set FX Unit Mode to
Inserted (if not already set) and select a channel
to insert the FX Unit into - from the pop up.
5. To change the channel the FX Unit is inserted into
at any time, touch/click the Insert (channel)
button.
6. A djust FX parameters. (Refer to the FX section of
this guide for a detailed description and
configuration of each FX).
7. Use the Mix control to adjust the balance of
signal between 0% (only direct/’dry’ signal, no FX
heard) and 100% (only FX/’wet’ signal, no
direct/’dry’ signal heard).
8. Switch the inserted FX Unit in and out of the
channel instantly using the In/Out button.
Inserted FX Units are shown with an icon in the channel strip on the
PROCESSING screen. Selecting this will jump to the FX Unit in the FX screen.
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Setup and use Mute Groups and DCAs
Mute Groups and DCA’s are used to (Digitally Controlled Amplifiers) are similar and
control the mute and main send level for multiple channels at once. For example, a
single mute button c be used to mute all inputsould , or a single fader could be used
to adjust the level of all FX.
The CQ features four Mute Groups and four DCA’s which are always accessible in
the PROCESSING and FADER screens MGrp/DCA bank.
Channels can be muted individually, by a Mute Group or by a DCA. In the case of
the FX channels, they can also be muted by the feature. The same ‘ ’ Mute All FX
logic is used by Mute Groups, DCA’s and Mute All FX – if any channel is not
muted, the overall Mute button is shown as Off and pressing it will ensure all
members are muted. It is only when all channels are muted that the button will
be shown as On and pressing it will then unmute all members.
Setup a Mute Group or DCA
1. Go to the CONFIG / CONTROL &
NETWORK screen and select either
the Mute Groups or DCAs tab.
2. Select one of the four Mute Groups
or DCA’s from the left- hand side.
3. Touch the currently selected Mute
Group or DCA name again to rename
it.
4. Touch channels on the right to
assign or unassign them from the
currently selected Mute Group or
DCA. Highlighted channels are in the
currently selected Mute Group or
DCA, and numbered indicators show
assignments at all times.
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5. Repeat for other Mute Groups or
DCA’s. Note that a channel can only
be assigned to one Mute Group and
one . DCA at a time
Use a Mute Group
1. Go to the tab in the MGrp/DCA
PROCESSING or FADER screens or
any Custom Layer tab containing
the MGrp strip.
2. If any of the members of a Mute
Group are not muted, the MUTE
button will be off (grey). Press the
Mute Group button to mute all MUTE
channels in the Mute Group.
3. If all the members of a Mute Group
are muted, the MUTE button will be
on (red). Press the Mute Group MUTE
button to unmute all channels in the
Mute Group.
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Send Audio to and from a DAW
CQ can send and receive multichannel audio with a -built in audio interface that
connects to a computer or device via USB-B. The maximum number of channels
that can be sent and received are:
CQ- 12T
:
16×16 (48/96kHz)
CQ- 18T
:
24×22 (48/96kHz)
CQ- 20B
:
24×24 (48/96kHz)
For capture and playback of an event, or for virtual soundcheck, signal is generally
only sent . In a studio environmentor received at any time however, sending and
receiving signal at the same time is often required. This guide describes sending
and receiving or bidirectional use, separately. F simply ensure that audio is being
sent from the DAW to the CQ using different channels than those being used to
send audio from the CQ to the DAW.
CQ mixers are Core Audio so no driver is required lower latency compliant, ; for
connection with Windows systems, download and install the required ASIO driver
from the A&H website:
https://www.allen-heath.com/resources.
Send Audio from the CQ to a DAW:
1. Connect the device CQ to the computer or
using a standard USB- B cable.
2. Go to CONFIG / (S / Digital Audio ymbols)
USB/SD to set up the connection.
3. Select a point in the signal path of an Input
channel to record from using Source Point
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4. Select . the Sample Rate This should match
the Sample Rate of the . DAW session
5. Select Multitrack for Stream Mode to send
and receive all channels individually.
6. Assign outputs to the final pairs of channels
as required. These can be stereo inputs, FX or
outputs.
All mono (or stereo linked) channels are
always patched to their matching channel
number. e.g. CQ input 7 is being sent to USB
channel 7.
7. In the DAW audio preferences select the CQ ,
as the Audio Input Device or equivalent.
8. Assign the Input source of each track in the
DAW to correspond to channels being sent
from the CQ.
9. Done! Signal will now be available for
recording and processing on each of the DAW
tracks.
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Send a Audio from DAW to the CQ:
1. Connect the CQ to the computer or device using
a standard USB- B cable.
2. Go to CONFIG / (S / Digital Audio ymbols)
USB/SD to set up the connection.
3. Select . the Sample Rate This should match the
Sample Rate of the . DAW session
4. In the DAW audio preferences, select the CQ as
the Audio Output Device or equivalent.
5. Assign the Output in thefor each track DAW.
Output channel numbers from the DAW match
input channel numbers of the CQ.
6. On the CQ, go to CONFIG / INPUTS and select
the required channels according to your DAW
output s assignment ; selectUse Multi Select to
multiple inputs . at the same time
7. Switch Input Source to USB/SD . (Symbols)
8. Done! Signal will now be sent to the CQ from
the DAW and can be routed and processed as
required.
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Record/Playback Multitrack using an SD Card
For best results use , , SD SDHC UHS-I Class 10 card storage.
Other cards may work, though the maximum number of tracks that can be recorded
may reduce, or errors may occur.including audio dropouts
The maximum recording time is based on the FAT32 file system used, which allows
for mono WAV recordings (one for each track) of around 8hrs (@48kHz) or 4hrs
(@96kHz).
Before using a card for recording, ensure it has been formatted in the CQ using
the HOME / / SYSTEM USB/SD (Symbols) screen.
More details on multitrack recording can be found in the SD Card HOME /
RECORD / Multitrack . section of this guide
To record Multitrack audio to an SD Card
1. Go to CONFIG / USB/SD/BLUETOOTH / USB/SD
to check and adjust settings.
2. Select a point in the signal path of an Input channel
to record from using
Source Point
3. Select . the Sample Rate 48kHz allows for longer
recording time and more channels to be recorded at
a lower quality. 96kHz allows a maximum of 16
channels to be recorded for a shorter time but at
the highest quality.
4. Go to HOME / RECORD / MULTITRACK
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5. Arm each channel to be recorded using the Arm
button below each channel meter. Armed channels
are indicated with a red record symbol.
6. Ensure channels that are not be recorded show a
grey record symbol, showing they are unarmed.
7. Use tthe Recording button in the ransport bar to
start recording to the SD card. A new folder will be
created with empty files then recording will begin
automatically.
8. Press the Stop button to finish the recording. When
each recording is stopped, allow time for the
recording to be finalised and the files stored
correctly.
To Playback Multitrack from an SD Cardaudio
1. Go to CONFIG / (S / Digital Audio ymbols)
USB/SD to set up the connection.
2. Select . the Sample Rate This should match the
Sample Rate of recording.
3. On the CQ, go to CONFIG / INPUTS and select
the channels to use for playback. Use Multi
Select to select multiple inputs at the same time.
Recorded audio will play back to the channel it
was recorded from.
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4. Switch Input Source to USB/SD . (Symbols)
5. MultitrackGo to HOME /RECORD /
6. To select a stored multitrack file from the SD
Card, touch the Select Track -drop down menu at
the left bottom corner of the screen.
7. If a recording cannot be seen, try a different
sample rate (steps 1 and 2).
8. Use Playback Mode to select whether some, all
or none of the recordings will be repeated.
9. Use the Transport bar to control playback.
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Store and Recall settings
The CQ has 1 Show on it at any time. Up to 100 Scenes can be stored within each
Show along with up to 128 Library items. Using these three separate data types, it’s
possible to store and recall anything from the settings of a PEQ on a single
channel, to the entire setup of the CQ.
For more information on different types of storage in CQ, see the Shows, Scenes
and Libraries section.
Store a S cene
1. Go to HOME / SCENES.
2. Select an available slot and scene use the Store New
button store to the current state of the mixer as a
Scene.
3. Alternatively, select an existing Scene and use
Overwrite to store the current of the state mixer in
place of the selected Scene.
4. Use Rename to change the name of the selected
S . cene
Recall a Scene
1. Go to HOME / SCENES.
2. Select a Scene from the list and use the Recall
button to replace the current state of the CQ (all
processing, FX Units and send levels) with the stored
version.
Note that any current settings will be
overwritten and this can’t be undone, so it is
best practice to any changes Store before
Recalling a Scene.
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Store Processing Parameters Using Libraries
1. Go to PROCESSING, locate the bank of faders from
the top of the screen containing the channel with
processing be d. to store
2. Select the channel, then stay in bank view to store
a whole channel or select a processing block (e.g.
PEQ) to view in detail and store only that part of
the processing.
3. O right- pen the Library from the top hand corner of
the screen. A different library will open depending
on the screen currently being viewed.
4. Select Store new to store rom all settings f the
selected channel/processing block.
5. Switch to the User library to manage User
L ibraries.
6. Select an existing item in the list and use
Overwrite to store settings for the selected
channel/processing block over the top of an
existing item.
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Recall Processing Parameters Using Libraries
1. Go to PROCESSING, locate the bank of faders from
the top of the screen containing the channel where
the processing will be recalled to.
2. Select the channel, then stay in bank view to recall
processing for a whole channel or select a
processing block (e.g. Compressor) to view it in
detail and recall only that part of the processing.
3. O pen the Library from the top right- hand corner of
the screen. A different library will open depending
on the screen currently being viewed.
4. Switch between Factory and User Libraries to
choose whether to view Library items in the mixer
(Factory) or those stored by the User in the
currently loaded Show.
5. Select an item from the list then use Recall to
replace the current settings of the channel or
processing block with the stored settings.
Whole channel libraries can also be accessed from the / CONFIG INPUTS and
CONFIG / OUTPUTS . screens From here a recall will also include settings from
the config screen e.g. name and preamp gain.
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Store/Recall show files
Show files can only be stored and recalled from/to a connected USB A storage -
device which has been formatted correctly using the HOME / / SYSTEM
USB SD/ (Symbols) screen.
1. Connect -a USB Drive to the USB A port of
the unit.
2. SHOWS. Go to HOME /DATA /
3. Use Store New to store the current state of
the CQ along with all Scenes and Libr aries
to . the inserted USB drive as a new Show
4. Select S d an existing how an use Overwrite
to replace the contents of the selected
Show on the drive with the current state of
the CQ along with all Scenes and Libraries.
5. Select Rename to change the name of the
selected show file on the drive.
6. Select Delete to remove the selected show
file from the USB drive.
7. Select a Show on the drive and use Recall
to load all settings of the selected Show
into the CQ.
Note that any current settings will
be overwritten and this cannot be
undone, so it is best practice to
Store all current settings to a Show
as a backup before Recalling
another one.
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When playing back multitrack audio in the HOME / RECORD / Multitrack screen
the source will be , otherwise it will be USBthe SD Card -B.
Library – Opens the channel library to store or recall all channel settings, including
Name, Colour, Preamp and Processing. Quick and Complete libraries are available.
Name/Colour – Change the name and colour for the selected channel.
Gain Assistant – Touch Auto Set and generate noise in the microphone or with the
connected instrument/device gain to automatically set preamp based on the level
of signal received at the input. Switch on Auto Gain to automatically reduce the
preamp gain and avoid clipping if high levels are detected.
Phantom Power – Touch and hold to activate +48V on the XLR input (Required for
condenser microphones and active DI boxes).
Phantom Power is only provided via an XLR connection. It is not sent to the ¼”
TRS Jack connection of a Combi socket.
Invert Polarity – Invert the polarity of the signal. Often used where multiple
microphones are used on the same source (e.g. snare top and snare bottom)
Gain – Adjust the gain manually for the incoming signal.
Trim – Digital level adjustment, available on stereo line inputs and when an input
source is set to digital (USB/SD).
Gain Assistant, Gain and Phantom Power are only available on Analogue Input
Sources.
Level – - -Displays the post preamp (pre processing) input level.
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OUTPUTS
Output sockets are shown at the top of the screen, matching the hardware layout.
Touch a socket to select it and display settings for that output/channel at the
bottom.
Stereo Link - – (Out 1 6 only) Use odd/even pairs of outputs as a single stereo
channel . (odd=left, even=right) When active, all settings y and processing appl to
both.
Follow Main LR Pan (Out 1- – 6 only) Available on Outputs which are linked/stereo.
Select whether panning of the inputs to the output are independent to the panning
of inputs to the Main LR output (Off), or whether they follow them in the same
direction (On) or the opposite direction (On – Inv)
The On Inv setting is useful for stereo on- -stage monitoring, being that the
left/right from the stage is the inverse of the left/right from the audience.
Library – Opens the channel library to store or recall all channel settings, including
Name.
Name/Colour – Change the name and colour for the selected channel.
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EQ Type – Select either Parametric EQ or a Graphic EQplus Feedback Assistant
for each output.
Input Send Levels - – S (Out 1 6 only) elect whether send levels from the inputs are
Pre Fader (independent of send levels to the Main LR output) or Post Fader (they
‘follow’ and are relative to the . send levels of inputs to the Main LR output)
Output Source Point – , Choose the point where signal is sent from input channels
to the selected output. ‘Post EQ’ means that input channel compression will not be
heard in the Output, this is commonly used for monitor speakers. ‘Post Comp’
means that input channel compression is heard in the Output and is often used for
fill speakers, sub feeds, recording or streaming.
Output Delay – Delay each output by up to 682ms. Often used to time align fill
speakers or for synchronising audio to video.
Headphone Output
Source – Select Listen to have the headphone output work with the Listen buttons
(with headphone symbol) on each channel. Set to a mono to use or outputstereo
as a monitor output with independent send levels to the Main LR.
If Listen is set, when no Listen button is pressed, the headphone output will be
sourced from Main LR.
Volume – Set the headphone output level.
Headphone level can also be controlled from the home screen. To access
quickly press the - -on the CQ 12T or CQ 18T, HOME screen key once or twice to
display and adjust.
The CQ-18T has two headphone outputs which can be set up individually. For
example, it is possible to have one headphone output set to Listen and the other to
be fed with one of the monitor mixes.
Alt - Out (CQ 20B)
The Alt Out provides an alternative balanced TRS output connection.
Source – Select any other Output or route the Listen out.
If Listen is set, when no Listen button is pressed, the ut will be sourced Alt O
from Main LR.
Listen is for use with IEM systemsent to the Alt Out at full volume s that have
input level control. For adjustable level, the headphone output should be used.
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Digital Audio (Symbols) / USB/SD
Source Point – Choose whether the signal being sent to USB/SD from input
channels includes no input channel processing, some processing, or all processing.
Sample Rate – -Select between 48kHz or 96kHz. This affects USB A recording, the
USB-B connection to a computer and S recording on D card card recording. With SD
the CQ- -18T and CQ 20B, up to 16 channels can be recorded or played back at
96kHz and all available channels can be recorded or played back at 48kHz.
SD card playback of 48kHz multitracks is not possible when set to 96kHz and
vice versa.
Stream Mode – -Select between a Stereo or Multitrack output for the USB B
connection. When set to Stereo, the output signal is that set in the Channel
Assignment labelled ‘Stereo L/R’.
Set to Stereo for streaming or recording with mobile devices that do not support
multichannel audio devices.
Set to Multitrack for multichannel recording to and from a DAW.
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Digital Audio (Symbols) / Bluetooth
On/Off – o Turn Bluetooth on or ff.
Discoverable – Allow the CQ unit to be seen by other Bluetooth devices. Activate
this then add the CQ as a Bluetooth device to a phone, tablet, or computer.
Forget Device – Select a previously connected device from the list, then use this
to prevent it from connecting in future.
Devices can always be connected again using the Discoverable button.
Disconnect – Terminate connection with the selected device.
The CQ 12T requires that a PIN is used for connection. Th- is is set as 1969 (the
year Allen Heath was founded). &
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AMM (Auto Mic Mixer)
CQ’s Automatic Microphone Mixer uses a gain sharing algorithm, designed for use
in multi-microphone speech applications like conferences, meetings, broadcasting
and podcasts. It can be used on every mono input channel of the CQ with two
banks shown at the top of the page.
The AMM algorithm looks at the incoming signal level, the priority setting and
(optionally) the fader level, then adds gain (level) to any channel in use, while
reducing gain on the other channels. This reduces background noise and the
chance of feedback while improving intelligibility.
In/Out – Switch the whole AMM o o .n or ff
On/Off – . Enable or disable AMM on each channel individually
Priority Faders – Adjust priority of each channel in the calculation.
Follow Fader – When on, the calculation considers the input send level to Main LR.
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CONTROL & NETWORK / Footswitch
A single footswitch using a TS (Tip, Sleeve) connection or a dual footswitch using a
TRS (Tip, Ring, Sleeve) connection can be used with CQ.
Each switch can be set for independently for Latching, Momentary or Soft Latch
(momentary acting as latching) operation.
Calibrate – Follow steps to detect and set up a connected footswitch.
Tip/Ring – Assign the function to be performed by f each ootswitch. If using a
single TS footswitch, assign only Tip.
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CONTROL & NETWORK / Soft Keys
Each Soft Key can be selected individually.
Function - A a ssign function to the selected Soft Key.
Once the function is selected, further options will appear e.g. for channel selection.
Options include:
• AMM and Processing In/Out controls, Listen, Mute and Centre Panning for
specific channels or the currently selected channel
• Scene Controls
• Record/Playback Controls
• FX Delay Tap Tempo
• Smart Rotaries On/Off (CQ- 18T)
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CONTROL & NETWORK / Mute Groups
Mute Groups are used to mute or unmute multiple channels at once using a single
mute button.
All four Mute Group buttons are available in the PROCESSING and FADER screen
MGrp/DCA tabs and can be assigned anywhere on the Custom Layer.
A Mute Group can also be assigned to a Soft Key or Footswitch from the Soft
Controls tab.
Mute Groups 1-4 ( - – Left hand side) Select one of the four Mute Groups to assign or
unassign members.
Mute Group Name – -Touch the selected Mute Group name on the left hand side a
second time to rename it.
Assignments – Touch any to/from the currently channel to assign or unassign it
selected Mute Group. Channels assigned to the currently selected Mute Group are
highlighted and numbered. Channels assigned to other Mute Groups are numbered
only. A channel can only be a member of one Mute Group at any time. Assigning to
the currently selected Mute Group will clear other Mute Group assignments.
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CONTROL & NETWORK / DCAs
DCA’ s control the Send to Main LR level for multiple channels at once, as well
allowing . those channels to be muted or unmuted using a single mute button
All four DCA’s are available in the PROCESSING and FADER screen MGrp/DCA tabs
and can be assigned anywhere on the Custom Layer.
DCA level control can also be assigned to Soft Rotaries on the CQ- , 18T and DCA
M . utes can be assigned to a Soft Key or Footswitch on all models
DCA 1-4 - – (Left hand side) Select one of the four DCA’s to assign or unassign
members.
DCA Name – -Touch the selected DCA name on the left hand side a second time to
rename it.
Assignments – Touch any channel to assign or unassign it to/from the currently
selected DCA. Channels assigned to the currently selected DCA are highlighted
and numbered. Channels assigned to other are numbered only. A channel DCA’s
can only be a member of one any time. Assigning to the currently selected DCA at
DCA DCA will clear other assignments.
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CONTROL & NETWORK / Network ( )Ethernet
Enabled Network – wired Select Ethernet for connection through the Network
port. Select Wi-Fi Access Point for wireless connection using the integrated
access point of the unit (CQ- , - 18T CQ 20B).
IP Mode – It is recommended that IP Mode is left set to Automatic, to allow address
assignment via DHCP when possible. Setting IP Mode to Manual should only be
required where a DHCP host is not available, or for setups where an IT or
networking team needs to allow access and wants the unit to always have the
same address.
When IP Mode is set to Automatic and no IP address is provided to the CQ, it will
auto assign itself an address. This is noted by a (*) appearing after the address
in the network config and system information screens.
If IP Mode ddress, is set to Manual and the change is applied before editing the a
gateway and subnet, the defaults can be found in the Default Network Settings
section of this guide.
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CONTROL & NETWORK / Network (WiFi - ) (CQ 18T, CQ_20B)
Enabled Network – wired Select Ethernet for connection through the Network
port. Select Wi-Fi Access Point for wireless connection using the integrated
access point of the unit (CQ- , - 18T CQ 20B).
Security – Select between an open access point or a WPA2 password protected
network.
Password – Set a WPA2 password for the wireless connection.
Frequency – . Choose between use of 2.4GHz or 5GHz frequency bands
Channel – Select a channel (it is recommended to leave Auto set).
SSID Visibility – Choose whether the network name is broadcast openly.
SSID Name – Assign a custom name for the network. The default name is the CQ
model followed by the last 4 digits of the serial number.
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9. P ROCESSING
Processing Screen Overview
The bank view displays one of five banks at a time, each showing up to eight input,
FX or output channels as well as the Mute Groups and DCA’s. Switch between
banks using the tabs with mini faders and meters at the top (when using a CQ-12T
or CQ-18T touchscreen) or bottom left (when using the CQ- MixPad app).
Switch to the Custom Layer, with four custom banks, using the CUSTOM button at
the top left of the screen. The Custom Layer is setup in the CONFIG / CONTROL &
NETWORK / Custom Layer screen.
The bank tabs display a mini version of the main fader for each channel. Either
input channel sends to the Main LR, the Overall FX send level or overall Output
levels. If a channel is muted, the fader cap is coloured red. If Listen is active on a
channel, the fader cap is coloured yellow.
Also displayed at the top of the screen is indication of connected USB and SD card
storage, Bluetooth on/off, Wi- - - Fi on/off (CQ 18T, CQ 20B).
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At the top right of the screen are the Copy, Paste, Reset, Quick Fire and Convert
menu and the Library button.
Navigation
Touch a channel to select it and show its main fader on the right- hand side.
Selection of a channel is followed through CONFIG, PROCESSING and FADER
screens.
Touch any processing or the sends block of the selected channel to view
processing in more detail and make adjustments.
When viewing processing in more detail, the channel processing blocks will move to
the right, in place of the channel fader in bank view. It is then possible to navigate
quickly by selecting different processing blocks on the right and selecting different
channels at the top.
Touching an FX unit which has been inserted on a channel will switch to the FX
screen to make any adjustments.
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INPUTS ( ) bank view
Quick Channel and Complete Channel differences
A Quick Channel shows the Quick Channel icon for the Quick Channel being used.
A Complete Channel is shown as separate processing ‘blocks’ with signal path
running from top to bottom, so for example, the signal will pass through the gate
before going through the PEQ. Each of these blocks displays useful information
such as whether the gate is open or whether compression is being applied. If a
processing block is switched Out, it will show without colour.
Sends
At the bottom of each input channel is the SENDS section which shows the send
level to the Main LR with the meter and fader (as in the bank tabs at the top). It also
displays send levels to FX units and Outputs 1-6.
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INPUT / Quick Channels
CQ includes Quick Channels for a variety of common audio sources which provide a
quick and easy way to adjust multiple channel processing parameters with a few
controls. This enables the mix to be put together faster than with much
conventional controls and if more control is required, Quick Channels can be
converted to Complete Channels at any time.
To use a Quick Channel:
1. Recall from the Quick tab of the Channel library, either available from the
CONFIG / INPUTS screen, or when in the PROCESSING / INPUTS bank
view.
2. Select an instrument or style (where available) to get the perfect starting
point.
3. Adjust controls.
4. Done!
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Drums/Percussion Quick Channel Example
A ‘one knob’ Quick Channel has instrument or source types on the left- hand side.
Select one of the options on the left, then touch the large main dial and use the
touchscreen rotary (CQ 18T) or touch and drag (CQ- -12T, CQ - MixPad) to adjust to
taste.
Switch Gate, Compressor or Limiter options In or Out using the buttons at the
bottom.
Use the Listen button above the Quick Channel icon on the right to listen to only
this input in the headphones.
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Bass Quick Channel Example
A ‘three knob’ Quick Channel has styles or types on a selection dial.
Select one of the options on the dial by selecting and turning it, or by touching
directly on the desired option.
Use the three controls at the bottom right to make adjustments.
Note that when a style is selected and these controls are in their mid (12 o’clock)
position, processing is not flat.
Switch processing options In or Out using buttons at the top.
Use the Listen button above the Quick Channel icon on the right to listen to only
this input in the headphones.
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EasyEQ Quick Channel Example
The EasyEQ is a unique Quick Channel which is in fact a model of the MusiQ found
in the Allen & Heath ZED range of analogue mixers, with the added benefit of a
compressor.
Low – . Cut or boost Low frequencies
Mid – . Cut or boost Mid frequencies
High – . Cut or boost High frequencies
HPF – Switch High Pass Filter In/Out
Comp – Switch Compression In/Out.
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INPUT / Preamp
Input Source – Select Analogue to source the channel from the analogue sockets
or select USB/SD to source from USB drive and SD card.
The current source for this input channel is displayed below.
When playing back multitrack audio from the HOME / RECORD / Multitrack
screen the source will be the SD card, otherwise it will be USB- B.
Gain Assistant – Touch Auto Set and generate noise in the microphone or with the
connected instrument/device to automatically set preamp gain based on the level
of signal received at the input. Switch on Auto Gain to automatically reduce the
preamp gain and avoid clipping if high levels are detected.
Phantom Power – Touch and hold to activate +48V on the XLR input (Required for
condenser microphones and active DI boxes).
Phantom Power is only provided via an XLR connection. It is not sent to the ¼”
TRS Jack connection of a Combi socket.
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INPUT / Gate
A Gate allows wanted signal through and attenuates unwanted signal. It has many
uses including removal of hum from an idle instrument or avoiding hearing the
snare drum through a tom microphone when only the snare is being played.
Attack – Adjust time it takes for the Gate to open once signal has reached
threshold.
Hold – Adjust time the Gate remains open after signal has dropped below
threshold.
Release – Adjust time it takes for the Gate to fully close once signal has fallen
under the threshold and hold time has expired.
Threshold – .Adjust the level at which the Gate is triggered to open
Depth – Adjust the amount the signal is reduced by when the gate is fully closed.
In/Out – . Enable or disable the Gate
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INPUT / PEQ
The 4-band Parametric Equaliser enables adjustments to the tone of the signal by
cutting or boosting around different frequencies.
Type – LF and HF bands include options for Shelf, Bell or HPF/LPF.
W idth – Adjust the amount that frequencies around the centre frequency are
affected.
Frequency – Select the centre frequency . for adjustment
Gain – Cut or boost the selected centre frequency by up to +/- 15dB.
RTA – behind Display Real Time Analyser PEQ.
In/Out – . Enable or disable the PEQ
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INPUT / Compressor
A Compressor is used to control and reduce the dynamic range of the signal.
RMS/Peak – Compression is either triggered by RMS (short average) or Peak
(instant) signal level.
Hard/Soft Knee – With a hard knee, compression begins to take effect only when
the threshold is reached. With a soft knee, the compression begins to take effect
earlier .but in a more gradual way
Attack – Adjust the time it takes for compression to take effect once the signal
has reached the threshold. Set a longer time to allow transients through and
compress only the body of the sound, set a shorter time to flatten the signal and
tame peaks.
Release – Adjust the time that it takes for the c ompressor to stop compressing
after signal has fallen below the threshold.
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INPUT / Sends
The SENDS section shows all send levels from an input or FX channel to all
possible destinations.
I nput to Main LR / Pan – Adjust the send level and stereo position of the selected
channel to Main LR. This is also the fader shown in the bank tabs at the top of the
PROCESSING and FADER screens, in bank view with the channel selected, and in
the FADER screen when Sends to is set to Main LR.
I nput to FX – Adjust the send level from the channel to shared FX units.
Sends to shared FX are and are affected by thePost Fader Input to Main LR
fader level as well as any DCA adjustments to level.
I nput to Outputs / Pan – Adjust the send level from the channel to Outputs.
Sends to Outputs can be set Pre Fader or Post Fader in the CONFIG / OUTPUTS
screen.
Pan appears when Outputs have been stereo linked and can be adjusted when
Follow Main LR Pan is set ‘Off’ in the CONFIG / OUTPUTS screen.
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ST. INPUTS / FX (bank view)
This bank includes three (CQ- - - 12T, CQ 18T) or four (CQ 20B) stereo inputs. These are
dedicated stereo channels for
• S tereo line level inputs
• Stereo USB channel, which can be used as a return from a DAW or for
playback of stereo audio from USB storage
• The Bluetooth audio input
They work in the same way as all other input channels and have all the same
processing options available.
Also in this bank are up to two - - -(CQ 12T) or four (CQ 18T, CQ 20B) stereo FX
channels.
Use the SENDS section on these channels to choose where the wet/affected signal
from the FX unit is sent. For example, to hear reverb in a monitor, or cascade one FX
unit into another.
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OUTPUTS ( ) bank view
The Outputs bank includes the six Outputs and Main LR processing channels.
Output processing is slightly different to input processing and also depends on the
EQ Type set per output in the CONFIG / OUTPUTS screen.
As with Input processing, signal flow runs from top to bottom and touching any
output will select it and show its main fader (Output level) on the right-hand side.
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OUTPUT / GEQ
A GEQ is used to cut or boost specific frequencies in the signal.
Fader – Touch and drag or select a band and use the touchscreen rotary (CQ-12T,
CQ-18T) to cut or boost by up to 12dB.
RTA – . Enable this option to see a Real Time Analyser on the GEQ
In/Out – . Enable or disable the GEQ
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OUTPUT / PEQ
The 4-band Parametric Equaliser enables adjustments to the tone of the signal by
cutting or boosting around different frequencies.
Type – LF and HF bands include options for Shelf, Bell or HPF/LPF.
W idth – Adjust the amount that frequencies around the centre frequency are
affected.
Frequency – Select the centre frequency . for adjustment
Gain – - 15dB Cut or boost the selected centre frequency by up to +/
RTA – behind Display Real Time Analyser PEQ.
In/Out – . Enable or disable the PEQ
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Filter Modes
Fixed filters remain in place until they are manually deleted, the FBA is completely
reset, or if the Feedback Assistant ‘steals’ them. Up to 12 of the 16 filters can be in
Fixed mode, always leaving 4 for use in Live mode.
Live filters recover over time and once fully recovered, will switch back to being
unused filters. They can be dele individually or with a complete FBA resetted . All of
the 16 filters can be used in Live mode.
Automatic re- use of filters
When all filters are already in use, but a new feedback frequency detected, the is
Feedback Assistant can steal sing - ‘re use or ’ , uan existing filter logic to decide the
best possible outcome . i.e. the least amount of feedback
Note that Live mode filters can only steal other filters already in live mode and
Fixed mode filters can steal any filters.
On power up
Every time , the CQ is booted all -Feedback Assistant instances are set to a ‘pre
show’ state. Fixed filters, the Live Recovery setting, ‘All Filters’ settings and In/Out
state are . Aremembered from last power down ny Live filters will have been
removed. Detect Hold Mode is set to ‘Fixed’ . is active .
Copy/Paste
Copying and pasting includes all filters and settings (e.g. Live Recovery). This
means that when pasting to another output the state ( ), or back to the same output
of the FBA will be exactly the same.
Store/Recall
When using the FBA Library, Live filters are stored or recallednot . All Fixed filters,
the Live Recovery setting, ‘All Filters’ settings and the In/Out state are stored and
can be recalled.
Scene changes
Scene changes do not but , affect the Feedback Assistant settings directly they will
usually change levels and processing which might affect which frequencies are
more likely to feed back.

Produkt Specifikationer

Mærke: Allen & Heath
Kategori: Stavblender
Model: CQ-12T
Vekselstrømsindgangsspænding: 100 - 240 V
Vekselstrømsindgangsfrekvens: 50/60 Hz
Bredde: 291 mm
Dybde: 242 mm
Højde: 89 mm
Vægt: 2400 g
Indbygget skærm: Ja
Pakkevægt: 3200 g
Pakkedybde: 305 mm
Pakkebredde: 370 mm
Pakkehøjde: 190 mm
Berøringsskærm: Ja
Kompatible hukommelseskort: SD
USB-port: Ja
Strømforbrug (typisk): 35 W
Frekvensområde: 20 - 20000 Hz
Indbygget kortlæser: Ja
Mikrofonindgang: Ja
Udgang til hovedtelefoner: Ja
USB-stik type: USB Type-A, USB Type-B
Antal kanaler: 12 kanaler
XLR udgående: 2
XLR indgang: Ja
Stativ-montering: Ja
Output impedans: 75 ohm (Ω)
Indgangsimpedans: 10 ohm (Ω)
Antal RJ-45-porte: 1
Fantomstrøm: 48 V
Digital lydbehandling: - Bit
Line-in maksimal indgang: 21 dBV
Antal mikrofon-indgange: 10
Understøttede stikprøver: 96 kHz

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