Allen&Heath ME-1 User Manual
Personal Mixer
User Guide
Publication AP8997
User Guide – AP8997 iss.3 1 ALLEN&HEATH
Limited One Year Manufacturer’s Warranty
This product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship
for period of one year from the date of purchase by the original owner.
To ensure a high level of performance and reliability for which this product has
been designed and manufactured, read this User Guide before operating.
In the event of a failure, notify and return the defective unit to the place of
purchase. If this is not possible then please contact the authorised ALLEN &
HEATH distributor or agent in your country as soon as possible for repair under
warranty subject to the following conditions:
Conditions Of Warranty
The product has been installed and operated in accordance with the
instructions in this User Guide.
The product has not been subject to misuse either intended or accidental,
neglect, or alteration other than as described in the User Guide or Service
Manual, or approved by ALLEN & HEATH.
Any necessary adjustment, alteration or repair has been carried out by an
authorised ALLEN & HEATH distributor or agent.
The defective unit is to be returned carriage prepaid to the place of purchase,
an authorised ALLEN & HEATH distributor or agent with proof of purchase.
Please discuss this with the distributor or the agent before shipping.
If the unit is to be repaired in a different country to that of its purchase the repair
may take longer than normal, whilst the warranty is confirmed and parts are
sourced.
Units returned should be packed to avoid transit damage.
Check with your ALLEN & HEATH distributor or agent for any additional
warranty which may apply.
If further assistance is required please contact Allen & Heath Ltd.
The ME range of products complies with the European Electromagnetic
Compatibility directive 2004/108/EC and the European Low Voltage
Directive 2006/95/EC.
Any changes or modifications to the product not approved by Allen &
Heath could void the compliance of the product and therefore the users
authority to operate it.
ME-1 Personal Mixer User Guide AP8997 Issue 3
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ALLEN&HEATH
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User Guide – AP8997 iss.3 2 ALLEN&HEATH
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FIRST:
Safety instructions
Before starting, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS sheet supplied
with the product and downloadable from the Allen & Heath web site. For your own
safety and that of the operator, crew and performers, follow all instructions and
heed all warnings printed in the sheet, this guide and on the product.
Sound levels
This product is capable of producing high sound levels which may be harmful to
your hearing. To avoid the risk of damage to your hearing when working with
headphones, ear pieces or loudspeakers do not operate at high volumes for an
extended period of time. The ME-1 mixer provides a limiter function which can be
set to prevent the level exceeding a comfortable maximum.
Mounting
The mixer is designed to be used on a flat surface or mounted to a microphone
stand using the built-in thread adapter or the mounting bracket supplied with the
unit. When using a mic stand locate it so that it is stable and will not topple over
and cause damage or injury. Ensure cables are routed to avoid a trip hazard.
General precautions
To prevent damage to the mixer, avoid dropping it, placing objects on the
control surface, scratching the surface or screen with sharp objects, or rough
handling and vibration in operation or transit.
Protect the mixer from damage through liquid or dust contamination. Cover the
mixer when it is not being used for a long period.
Computer and screen technology can be affected by extreme heat or cold. If
the mixer has been stored in extreme cold allow time for it to reach normal
operating temperature before use. Avoid using the mixer in direct sunlight.
Recommended operating temperature is 5 to 35 degrees Celsius.
Clean the control surface with a soft brush and dry lint-free cloth. Do not use
chemicals, abrasives or solvents.
It is recommended that servicing is carried out only by an authorised Allen &
Heath agent. Save your data before sending the mixer for servicing. Allen &
Heath do not accept liability for damage or data loss caused by maintenance,
repair or modification by unauthorised personnel.
User Guide – AP8997 iss.3 3 ALLEN&HEATH
Operating firmware
The function of the ME-1 mixer is determined by the operating firmware that runs
within it. Firmware is updated when new features are added or improvements
made. Check the Allen & Heath web site for the latest version available. This can
be downloaded, transferred to USB key and then loaded into the ME-1 mixer using
the Firmware Setup menu.
www.allen-heath.com/me-1
Software licence agreement
By using this Allen & Heath product and the software within it (the firmware) you
agree to be bound by the terms of the relevant End User Licence Agreement
(EULA), a copy of which can be found on the Allen & Heath web site. You agree to
be bound by the terms of the EULA by installing, copying, or using the software.
www.allen-heath.com/legal
Further information
Please refer to the Allen & Heath website for further information, knowledgebase
and technical support. You can join our Allen & Heath Digital Community to share
knowledge and information with other ME-1 users.
Register Your Product
Register your ME-1 with Allen & Heath online at:
http://www.allen-heath.com/register
User Guide – AP8997 iss.3 4 ALLEN&HEATH
Packed Contents
The following items are included in the box when the ME-1 mixer is shipped:
ME-1 Personal Mixer
The mixer.
DC Power Supply for the ME-1 mixer
A universal voltage mains power supply unit
is provided. This comes with a choice of 4
different worldwide plug adapters. The
adapter clips into the power unit.
Microphone stand side mounting bracket
The mixer has a built-in 3/8” thread to mount
it to the top of a microphone stand. A bracket
is also provided for mounting to the side of a
microphone stand.
Headphone holder
A hook that presses into the underside of the
mixer to hang headphones or ear pieces
while mounted to a microphone stand.
Safety Instruction Sheets
AP3345 – English
AP7287 – French
AP8513 – Chinese
AP8889 - Spanish
• Read this sheet before starting
User Guide
This user guide.
Note Cat5 Link cables are not provided. Source cables of suitable length to meet
your application requirements. More information is provided later in this guide.
The following cables are available from Allen & Heath:
AH8822 2m (6.6’) short patch
AH9651 20m (66’) coil
AH9650 100m (330’) drum
User Guide – AP8997 iss.3 5 ALLEN&HEATH
1. Contents
1. Contents .................................................. 6
2. Introduction ............................................. 8
3. A first look… .......................................... 11
4. Front Panel ............................................ 12
5. Rear Panel ............................................. 13
6. Installing ME-1 ....................................... 14
6.1 Mounting the unit............................ 14
6.2 Cat5 cable ...................................... 14
6.3 Ethernet Switch .............................. 14
6.4 Connecting audio ........................... 15
7. Operating ME-1 ..................................... 16
7.1 Turning the mixer on or off ............. 16
7.2 Standby .......................................... 16
8. Setting up ME-1 .................................... 23
8.1 Patching mixer outputs to ME-1..... 23
8.2 Setup mode .................................... 24
8.3 Adjusting the brightness ................ 24
8.4 The About screen ........................... 24
8.5 Assigning Key Sources .................. 24
8.6 Auto Names and Stereo linking ..... 25
8.7 Setting up Groups .......................... 27
8.8 Key assignment Auto Mode ........... 27
8.9 Assigning key Names .................... 28
8.10 Assigning key preset mode ........... 28
8.11 Working with Configurations .......... 29
8.12 Changing the Unit Name ............... 30
8.13 Local Mic Mute Option ................... 30
8.14 Updating the ME-1 firmware .......... 30
7.3 Operating modes ........................... 16
7.4 Rotary control ................................. 16
7.5 Screensaver .................................... 17
7.6 The Home screen ........................... 17
7.7 Stereo Meter ................................... 17
7.8 Adjusting Master Level ................... 17
7.9 Adjusting Local Mic level ................ 17
7.10 Selecting sources ........................... 18
7.11 Adjusting Level and Pan ................. 18
7.12 Trimming All levels ......................... 18
7.13 Muting a source or master ............. 19
7.14 Using Solo to listen to sources ...... 19
7.15 Adjusting Group master level ......... 19
7.16 Adjusting Group source levels ....... 19
7.17 Adjusting the Master EQ ................ 20
9. Reference .............................................. 31
9.1 Working with USB keys .................. 31
9.2 To Reset the ME-1 .......................... 31
9.3 To Reset auto Names and Links .... 31
9.4 Specification ................................... 32
7.18 Adjusting the mix Limiter ................ 20
7.19 Presets ............................................ 20
7.20 Recalling a Preset from a key ......... 20
7.21 Recalling a Preset from USB .......... 21
7.22 Storing a Preset to a key ................ 21
7.23 Storing a Preset to USB ................. 21
7.24 Editing a Preset .............................. 21
User Guide – AP8997 iss.3 6 ALLEN&HEATH
ME-1 is part of the Allen & Heath ME personal mixing system. ME-1 can work with Allen &
Heath GLD, iLive and Qu mixers, or with third party systems via the ME-U hub.
Any number of ME-1 mixers can be positioned on stage or anywhere personal control is
needed. ME-1 receives multiple channels of audio via a Cat5 cable link from the main
console and mixes it to its own outputs typically feeding headphones, in-ears or local
speakers. It lets each musician, artist or presenter manage their own monitor mix thus freeing
up the house engineer to concentrate on the FOH mix.
This example shows ME-1 working with the GLD mix system:
User Guide – AP8997 iss.3 7 ALLEN&HEATH
2.
Introduction
Welcome to the ME Personal Mixing System,
a uniquely flexible yet intuitively easy to
operate solution giving individual musicians,
performers and presenters the freedom to
control their own monitor sound whether on
stage, in houses of worship, in rehearsal
rooms, studios, conferences or live events.
The ME-1 is a stand-alone digital personal
mixer receiving up to 40 sources via a single
Cat5 cable from the main console and mixing
these to a stereo and mono output to drive
headphones, in-ears, drum throne,
loudspeakers or other monitoring devices.
Take the pressure off the sound engineer by
letting the musicians manage their own
monitor mixes. Eliminate the need to use up
main console buses by grouping the 40
channels within the ME-1 to simplify control
for each musician. Assign as few or as many
of the 16 keys as they need or can manage.
Designed for the application
Compact and smart on stage
Easy to read OLED screen
Backlit keys for viewing in the dark
Surface, plinth or mic stand mounting
Built-in top of stand mount
Side of stand bracket provided
Headphones hook provided
Easy for the musician to operate
Press a Select key.
Turn rotary to adjust Level
Press and turn to adjust Pan
Hold shift and turn to trim all levels
Mute individual selections or master
Solo individual selections
Balance group sources using Group mode
Add a local source such as MP3 player
Dial up stage sound using the local mic
Adjust local mic independently of mix level
Adjust tone using the 3-band master EQ
Prevent loud peaks using the Limiter
Store and recall presets of your mix.
Protect while away using Standby mode
Customise to suit each musician
Configure how much control to provide
Assign keys or leave them unused
Choose source for each of the 16 keys:
None, any of 40 channels, Aux In, Groups
Set Groups for simple multi source control
Assign presets for store/recall or recall only
Use default or set custom key names
Set a Unit name to identify the mixer
Name and archive the configuration
Use the config name to identify user
Transfer config or presets via USB key
Update firmware via USB key
Convenient connection
Daisy chain any number of ME-1 mixers
Parallel connect using Ethernet switch
Single Cat5 cable carries audio and names
Direct connection to GLD or Qu dSNAKE
Direct connection to iLive ACE
Direct connection to Aviom® A-Net 16
Connect to other networks via ME-U hub:
48kHz Dante, MADI, EtherSound
Use PSU supplied or PoE via Cat5 cable
Touring grade 10-port ME-U PoE hub
User Guide – AP8997 iss.3 8 ALLEN&HEATH
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A
A
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GLD
Channels 40
Stereo links
Auto names
GLD
Channels 40
Stereo links
Auto names
Standard switch
PoE switch
iLive
Channels 40
Stereo links
Auto names
Standard switch
PoE switch
iLive
Channels 16
Stereo links
Auto names
Standard switch use Aviom® hub
PoE from hub
iLive
Two cables - Audio and Network
Channels 40
Stereo links
Auto names
PoE from hub
Daisy chain
Parallel connection
From Port B ACE
MMO (or any Aviom® A-Net 16 source)
Port B ACE via ME-U
from GLD
from GLD
from GLD
from GLD
use groups
use local names
Standard or ME-U
use local names
from iLive or ME-U
from iLive or ME-U
from ME-U
External power units
Use dSNAKE, Monitor or Expander ports
Standard PoE switch
Use dSNAKE, Monitor or Expander ports
External power units or PoE via switch
iLive Port B out 21-60 = ME channel 1-40
External power units
viom®Out
Power ME-1 with its external PSU if you use an Aviom®hub
PoE hub
Network link
udio
Standard card
CE card
iLive Port B out 21-60 = ME channel 1-40
iLive
Two cables - Audio and Network
Channels 40
Stereo links
Auto names
PoE from hub
Similar applies to using MADI or
EtherSound option cards with iLive.
User Guide – AP8997 iss.3 9 ALLEN&HEATH
Port B Dante via ME-U
from iLive or ME-U
from iLive or ME-U
from ME-U
Network link
udio
iLive Port B out 21-60 = ME channel 1-40
Dante option card
Channels 40
Stereo links
Auto names
Channels 40
Stereo links
Auto names
Standard switch
PoE switch
Channels 40
Stereo links
Auto names
Channels 40
Stereo links
Auto names
Daisy chain
from Qu
from Qu
Parallel connection
from Qu
from Qu
Standard or ME-U
From AB168 AudioRack
from Qu
from Qu
From AR2412 AudioRack
from Qu
from Qu
From rear panel dSNAKE port
From rear panel dSNAKE port
Expander port
External power units
PoE or external power
External power units
dSNAKE
Use AB168 Expander port
External power units
dSNAKE
Other
Using ME-U with option card
Dante, MADI, EtherSound 48kHz
Channels up to 40
Stereo links
Auto names
PoE from hub
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from ME-U
from ME-U
from ME-U
Use AB2412 Monitor and/or Expander port
PoE hub
Other mixer
Fit option card
Dante, MADI, EtherSound (48kHz)
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