Allen & Heath MixWizard WZ4 User manual

MixWizard WZ4 16:2 and WZ4 12:2

USER GUIDE

Publication AP8665

Limited One Year 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 equipment has been designed and manufactured, read this User Guide before operating. In the event of a failure, notify and return the defective unit to ALLEN & HEATH Limited or its authorised agent as soon as possible for repair under warranty subject to the following

conditions

Conditions Of Warranty

The equipment has been installed and operated in accordance with the instructions in this User Guide.

The equipment 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 ALLEN &

HEATH or its authorised agent.

This warranty does not cover fader wear and tear. The defective unit is to be returned carriage prepaid to ALLEN & HEATH or its

authorised agent with proof of purchase.

Units returned should be packed to avoid transit damage. In certain territories the terms may vary. Check with your ALLEN & HEATH agent for

any additional warranty which may apply.

This product complies with the European Electromagnetic Compatibility directive 2004/108/EC and the European Low Voltage directive 2006/95/EC.

This product has been tested to EN55103 Parts 1 & 2 2009 for use in Environments E1, E2, E3, and E4 to demonstrate compliance with the protection requirements in the European EMC directive 2004/108/EC. During some tests the specified performance figures of the product were affected. This is considered permissible and the product has been passed as acceptable for its intended use. Allen & Heath has a strict policy of ensuring all products are tested to the latest safety and EMC standards. Customers requiring more information

about EMC and safety issues can contact Allen & Heath.

NOTE: Any changes or modifications to the console not approved by Allen & Heath could void the compliance of the console and therefore the users authority to operate it.

Allen & Heath WZ4 16:2 and 12:2 User Guide AP8665 Issue 1

Allen & Heath Limited

Kernick Industrial Estate, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 9LU, UK

http://www.allen-heath.com

Allen & Heath 2 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

Safety Instructions

WARNING -

Read the following before proceeding :

CAUTION

ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR

Read instructions: Retain these safety and operating instructions for future reference. Adhere to all

warnings printed here and on the console. Follow the operating instructions printed in this User Guide.

Do not remove cover: Operate the console with its covers correctly fitted. Disconnect mains power by

unplugging the power cord if the cover needs to be removed for setting internal options. Refer this work to competent technical personnel only.

Power sources: Connect the console to a mains power unit only of the type described in this User

Guide and marked on the rear panel. Use the power cord with sealed mains plug appropriate for your local mains supply as provided with the console. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult your service agent for assistance.

Power cord routing: Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on, stretched or

pinched by items placed upon or against it.

Grounding: Do not defeat the grounding and polarisation means of the power cord plug. Do

not remove or tamper with the ground connection in the power cord

WARNING: This equipment must be earthed.

Water and moisture: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose the console to rain or

moisture or use it in damp or wet conditions. Do not place containers of liquids on it which might spill into any openings.

Ventilation: Do not obstruct the ventilation slots or position the console where the air flow

required for ventilation is impeded. If the console is to be operated in a rack unit or flightcase ensure that it is constructed to allow adequate ventilation.

Heat and vibration: Do not locate the console in a place subject to excessive heat or direct sunlight as

this could be a fire hazard. Locate the console away from any equipment which produces heat or causes excessive vibration.

Servicing: Switch off the equipment and unplug the power cord immediately if it is exposed

to moisture, spilled liquid, objects fallen into the openings, the power cord or plug become damaged, during lightning storms, or if smoke, odour or noise is noticed. Refer servicing to qualified technical personnel only.

Installation: Install the console in accordance with the instructions printed in this User Guide.

Do not connect the output of power amplifiers directly to the console. Use audio connectors and plugs only for their intended purpose.

Allen & Heath 3 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

Safety Instructions

Important Mains plug wiring instructions.

The console is supplied with a moulded mains plug fitted to the AC mains power lead. Follow the instructions below if the mains plug has to be replaced. The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

L LIVE BROWN BLACK

!

N NEUTRAL BLUE WHITE

E EARTH GND GREEN & YELLOW GREEN

TERMINAL WIRE COLOUR

European USA/Canada

The wire which is coloured Green and Yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or with the Earth symbol. This appliance must be earthed.

The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter N.

The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L.

Ensure that these colour codes are followed carefully in the event of the plug being changed.

General Precautions

Damage :

Environment :

Cleaning :

To prevent damage to the controls and cosmetics avoid placing heavy objects on the control surface, scratching the surface with sharp objects, or rough handling and vibration.

Protect from excessive dirt, dust, heat and vibration when operating and storing. Avoid tobacco ash, smoke, drinks spillage, and exposure to rain and moisture. If the console becomes wet, switch off and remove mains power immediately. Allow to dry out thoroughly before using again.

Avoid the use of chemicals, abrasives or solvents. The control panel is best cleaned with a soft brush and dry lint-free cloth. The faders, switches and potentiometers are lubricated for life. The use of electrical lubricants on these parts is not recommended. The fader and potentiometer knobs may be removed for cleaning with a warm soapy solution. Rinse and allow to dry fully before refitting them.

Transporting :

Hearing :



Allen & Heath 4 WZ

The console may be transported as a free-standing unit or mounted in a rack or flightcase. Protect the controls from damage during transit. Use adequate packing if you need to ship the unit.

To avoid damage to your hearing do not operate any sound system at excessively high volume. This also applies to any close-to-ear monitoring such as headphones. Continued exposure to high volume sound can cause frequency selective or wide range hearing loss.

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

Introduction

Welcome to the Allen & Heath WZ4, the latest generation of the popular MixWizard series of compact audio mixing consoles. We have tried to keep this user guide brief and to the point. Please read it fully before starting. Included is information on installing, connecting and operating the console, panel drawings, system block diagram and technical specification. For further information on the basic principles of audio system engineering, please refer to one of the specialist publications and resources available from bookshops, audio equipment dealers and the Internet.

Whilst we believe the information in this guide to be reliable we do not assume responsibility for inaccuracies. We also reserve the right to make changes in the interest of further product development.

We are able to offer further product support through our world-wide network of approved dealers and service agents. You can also access our Web site on the Internet for information on our full product range, our company pedigree, assistance with your technical queries, our contact details or simply to chat about audio matters ( www.allen-heath.com )To help us provide the most efficient service please keep a record of your console serial number, and date and place of purchase to be quoted in any communication regarding this product.

Contents

Warranty ............................................................. 2

Safety Instructions ............................................. 3

General Precautions ......................................... 4

Introduction to this Guide .............................. 5

Front Panel Layout ............................................ 6

Introducing the MixWizard ............................. 7

Installing the Console ....................................... 8

Connecting Power ............................................ 9

Connection Pinouts and Cables ................... 10

Audio Connections ......................................... 11

Connector Panel Layouts .............................. 12

Console Connectors ...................................... 13

Mono Input Channel ....................................... 15

Stereo Input Channel ..................................... 17

Stereo Effects Channel ................................... 18

Master Section ................................................. 19

Gain Structure .................................................. 21

Specifications .................................................... 22

System Block Diagrams .................................. 24

User Options .................................................... 26

Cue Sheets ........................................................ 29

Allen & Heath 5 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

LAMP

0

-5

GAIN

-10

-20

16

ON

LR

TO

(ST1+ST2)TO

9-10

0

-5

-10

-20

16

ON

HF

HM

LM

LF

GAIN

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

30

40

0

20

50

10- 10

4060

HPF

HF

3k

1k

4k

700

6k

500Hz

15k

HM

180

70

250

45

400

35Hz

1k

LM

LF

GAIN

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

30

40

0

20

50

10- 10

4060

HPF

HF

3k

1k

4k

700

6k

500Hz

15k

HM

180

70

250

45

400

35Hz

1k

LM

LF

EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN

AUX

1

OO

AUX

2

OO

AUX

3

OO

AUX

4

OO

AUX

5

OO

AUX

6

OO

POST

PAN

AUX

1

+6

POST PRE

+6

OO

+6

AUX

2

OO

+6

AUX

3

OO

+6

AUX

4

OO

+6

POST PRE

AUX

5

OO

+6

AUX

6

OO

+6

POST

PAN

AUX

1

OO

+6

AUX

2

OO

+6

AUX

3

OO

+6

AUX

4

OO

+6

POST PRE

AUX

5

OO

+6

AUX

6

OO

+6

POST

BAL

0

-5

5

GAIN

10

TO

5

GAIN

10

ON

11-12

HF

HM

LM

5

-10 10

-20

16

TO

LR

(ST3+ST4)

0

-5 5

-10 10

-20

16

2 DelayLF

3

6 SlapDelay

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

LF

AUX

1

OO

+6

AUX

2

OO

+6

AUX

3

OO

+6

AUX

4

OO

+6

POST PRE

AUX

5

OO

+6

AUX

6

OO

+6

POST

BAL

Off--

Aux send

Delay1

[tap] [regen]

[tap] [LFregen]

DelayHF

[tap] [regen]

PingPong4

[tap] [regen]

BeatDelay5

[tap] [regen]

[time]

Ambient

[size]

EchoVerb

[reverb]

EchoSpace

[size]

Doubler

[thickness]

Plate

[decay]

PlateDly

[predly]

PlateEQ

[colour]

Hall1

[size]

Hall2

[size]

ConcertHall

[size]

Arena17

[size]

SmallSpace18

[size]

Flanger19

[intensity]

Chorus20

[depth]

ST5

LEV

AUX

1

AUX

2

AUX

3

AUX

4

AUX

1

AUX

2

AUX

3

AUX

4

AUX

5

AUX

6

OO +6

AUX5

AUX6

Hold

/ FX

OO +6

OO +4

POST / FX

Parameter

TAP

FX MUTE

PRE

ST6/USB

LEV

OO

0

TO LR

+16

Press

+9 +6 +3

0

-3

-6

-9

-12

-16

-20

-30

L

R

POWER

PFL

0

10

1

AUX

1-2

3-4

5-6

AUX

ST5

2

3

4

5

6

/ FX

ST6

M

ALL UP = LR

ALT LR OUT MONITOR

AB

L R

MUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO OO OO OO

PK!

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

L R

PFL

MUTE

PK!

SIG

L R

PFL

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

MUTE

RL

MUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

L10R

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO O

OO

+10

L+R AUX 6

M

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

O

AUX6

Allen & Heath 6 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

Introducing the MixWizard

The Allen & Heath MixWizard series of consoles includes several models. This user guide describes the WZ416:2 and WZ412:2 stereo models. For further information on the MixWizard series please refer to the Allen & Heath web site.

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

0

30

40

20

GAIN

50

6040

- 101 0

6040

- 101 0

HPF

HF

3k

4k

1k

4k

1k

6k

700

6k

700

15k

500Hz

15k

500Hz

HM

180

250

70

250

70

400

45

400

45

1k

35Hz

1k

35Hz

LM

LF

AUX

1

+6

OO

+6

OO

AUX

2

+6

OO

+6

OO

AUX

3

+6

OO

+6

OO

AUX

4

+6

OO

+6

OO

POST POST POST

PRE

AUX

5

+6

OO

+6

OO

AUX

6

+6

OO

+6

OO

PAN

RL R

L

MUTE MUTEMUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO

ALLEN&HEATH

INSERT

16

INSERT

L

INSERT

LINE IN

R

16

MIC

L

R

DIRECT

OUT

AB ST2

A

L

/MONO

M

B

R

MONO CH 15/16 AB

USB 2.0

MULTICHANNEL AUDIO

4

MixWizard WZALLEN&HEATH

16:2

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

0

20

GAIN

- 1010

HF

1k

700

500Hz

HM

70

45

35Hz

LM

LF

AUX

1

OO

AUX

2

OO

AUX

3

OO

AUX

4

OO

AUX

5

OO

AUX

6

PAN

LOOR

PK!

SIG

10

5

10

20

30

OO

15

MIC

OUT

ST2 SOURCESENDS 15/16

30

3k

180

PFL

5

0

15

IN

ST2 INPUT USB RETURN

40

20

GAIN

50

6040

- 1010

6040

- 1010

6040

- 1010

6040

HPF

HF

3k

4k

1k

4k

1k

4k

1k

6k

700

6k

700

15k

500Hz

15k

500Hz

15k

500Hz

HM

180

250

70

250

70

250

70

400

45

400

45

1k

35Hz

1k

35Hz

1k

35Hz

LM

LF

AUX

1

+6

OO

+6

OO

O

+6

O

+6

AUX

2

+6

OO

+6

OO

O

+6

O

+6

AUX

3

+6

OO

+6

OO

O

+6

O

+6

AUX

4

+6

OO

+6

OO

O

+6

O

+6

POST POST POST POST POST POST

PRE

AUX

5

+6

OO

+6

OO

O+6O

+6

AUX

6

+6

OO

+6

OO

O

+6

O

+6

PAN

L R

L

R

MUTEMUTEMUTE

PK!

PK! PK!

PFLPFL

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO

INSERT

14

INSERT

13 12

LINE IN

14

13

12

MIC

DIRECT

OUT

IN AUX5AUX AUX AUXAUX3AUX2SEND

L

/MONO

R

+

L/M

-

EXTERNAL FX RETURN

ST1

+

R

-

EFFECT

AUX5

OFF, 1-20

INTERNAL FX

EFFECT

AUX6

OFF, 1-20

To reset the FX parameters to factory default: Power up the console while holding down the TAP key and the FX ROTARY switch

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

0

30

40

20

GAIN

50

- 101 0

6040

- 101 0

HPF

HF

3k

4k

1k

6k

700

15k

500Hz

HM

180

250

70

400

45

1k

35Hz

LM

LF

AUX

1

+6

OO

AUX

2

+6

OO

AUX

3

+6

OO

AUX

4

+6

OO

PRE

AUX

5

+6

OO

AUX

6

+6

OO

PAN

L R

L

PK!

PK! PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO

MixWizard WZ

INSERT

11

LINE IN

10

11

MIC

DIRECT

OUT

46ST1

MIX

L R

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

0

30

40

20

GAIN

50

- 101 0

6040

- 101 0

6040

HPF

HF

3k

4k

1k

6k

700

15k

500Hz

HM

180

250

70

400

45

1k

35Hz

LM

LF

AUX

1

+6

OO

+6

AUX

2

+6

OO

+6

AUX

AUX AUX

3

+6

OO

+6

AUX

4

+6

OO

+6

PRE

AUX

5

+6

OO

+6

AUX

6

OO

+6

PAN

R+6L R

MUTEMUTEM UTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO

9

10

INSERT

LINE IN

9

MIC

DIRECT

OUT

910111213141516

1

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

0

0 20

1k

500Hz

70

35Hz

O

O3O

O4O

OO

L

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO

30

40

20

GAIN

50

- 1010

6040

- 1010

6040

- 1010

6040

HPF

HF

3k

4k

1k

4k

1k

6k

700

6k

700

15k

500Hz

15k

500Hz

HM

180

250

70

250

70

400

45

400

45

1k

35Hz

1k

35Hz

LM

LF

AUX

1

+6

OO

+6

OO+6O

OO

AUX

2

+6

OO

+6

OO

+6

OO

AUX

AUX AUX

3

+6

OO

+6

OO

+6

OO

AUX

4

+6

OO

+6

OO

+6

OO

POST POST POST POST POST PRE

PRE

AUX

5

+6

OO

+6

OO

+6

OO

AUX

6

+6

OO

+6

OO

PAN

R L

R+6L R

L

MUTEMUTEMUTE

PK! PK!

PFL

PFL PFL

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO

4

16:2

INSERT

8

7

INSERT

6

LINE IN

8

7 6

MIC

DIRECT

OUT

FOOTSWITCH

FX MUTE

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR.

CERTIFICATED TO CAN/CSA STD.60065-03

CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIREREPLACE FUSE WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING. ATTENTION: REMPLACER PAR UN FUSIBLE STRICTEMENT IDENTIQUE EN VALEURS.

Laite on liitettävä suojamaadoituskoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

ENGINEERED IN ENGLAND BY ALLEN & HEATH LIMITED

MADE IN CHINA

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

0

40

20

GAIN

50

- 1010

6040

HPF

HF

4k

1k

6k

700

15k

500Hz

HM

250

70

400

45

1k

35Hz

LM

LF

AUX

1

+6

O

AUX

2

O

+6

O

3

O

+6

O

AUX

4

O

+6

O

PRE

AUX

5

O

+6

O

AUX

6

O

+6

O

PAN

L

R

SIG

10

20

30

OO

INSERT

5

LINE IN

5

MIC

DIRECT

OUT

CONFORMS TO ANSI/UL STD. 60065-2003

Serial No.

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

30

40

6040

HPF

3k

15k

180

1k

+6

PRE

+6

R

MUTEMUTE

PFL

5

0

5

XLR OUT

1 2

3

- OUT

0 20

GAIN

50

- 101 0

HF

3k

4k

1k

6k

700

500Hz

HM

180

250

70

400

45

35Hz

LM

LF

AUX

1

OO

AUX

2

OO

AUX

3

OO

AUX

4

OO

AUX

5

OO

AUX

6

OO

PAN

L

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

INSERT

4

LINE IN

4

MIC

DIRECT

OUT

LINE IN/OUT

+OUT

FUSE

T630mA L 250V 20mm

AUX

+48V

1

PAD

(LINE)

AUX

0

3030

2

40

20

GAIN

50

AUX

10- 10

4060

6040

3

HPF

HF

AUX

4

3k

4k

1k

6k

700

15k

500Hz

HM

AUX5

AUX6

180

250

70

400

45

1k

35Hz

LM

ST1

LF

LEV

EQ INEQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN

AUX

1

AUX

1

+6

OO

+6

AUX

2

AUX

2

+6

OO

+6

AUX

3

AUX

3

+6

OO

+6

AUX

4

AUX

4

+6

OO

+6

POST

PRE

AUX

5

+6

OO

+6

AUX

6

+6

PAN

Off--

Aux send

Delay1

[tap] [regen]

R

LOOR

2 De layLF

MUTE

[tap] [LFregen]

DelayHF

3

PK!

PFL

[tap] [regen]

PingPong4

[tap] [regen]

SIG

BeatDelay5

[tap] [regen]

10

6 Sl apDelay

[time]

7

Ambient

5

[size]

8

EchoVerb

[reverb]

0

9

EchoSpace

[size]

10

Doubler

5

[thickness]

11

Plate

[decay]

10

12

PlateDly

[predly]

13

PlateEQ

[colour]

14

Hall1

[size]

20

15

Hall2

[size]

16

ConcertHall

[size]

Arena17

[size]

30

SmallSpace18

[size]

Flanger19

[intensity]

OOOO

Chorus20

[depth]

INSERT

3

LINE IN

3

2

MIC

DIRECT

OUT

INSERT

SEND

TIP +

TIP

RING -

RING

RETURN

AC MAINS IN ~

100 - 240V~ 47-63Hz 45W MAX

WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED

CET APPAREIL DOIT ETRE MIS A LA TERRE

LAMP

OO

+6

OO

+6

OO

+6

ST2/USB

LEV

OO

+6

OO

0

TO LR

+16 +9

Press

+6 +3 0

-3

-6

-9

-12

Parameter

-16

Hold

-20

-30

TAP

/ FX

L

R

POWER

PFL

OO

+6

FX MUTE

PRE

0

10

1

AUX

1-2

OO

+4

2

AUX

3

AUX

OO

+4

3-4

4

AUX

OO

+4

5

AUX

5-6

6

AUX

OO

+4

/ FX

ST1

ST2

OO

+4

M

ALL UP = LR

OO

+4

POST / FX

ALT LR OUT MONITOR

AB

OO

+10

L+R AUX 6

L10R

M

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

O

OO O

AUX6

The MixWizard is a compact console designed for professional live sound mixing. It is built to the same high standards as our top of the range consoles, with individual circuit cards, potentiometers nutted to the panel for absolute strength, steel chassis, and no compromise circuit design ensuring the finest sonic performance.

The console can be operated free standing or in a 19” rack or flightcase. It is supplied with protective side trims fitted. These can be removed for rack mounting. The rear connector pod can be easily rotated for rear facing or underside connectors when rack mounted.

Both models feature a 4 band semi-parametric EQ and high pass filter per mic/line channel, 6 aux sends with combinations of pre/post switching, 100mm faders, a built-in dual effects processor with adjustable

2

INSERT

1

LINE IN

1

MIC

DIRECT

OUT

12345678

INPUT

+IN

1

2

MIC

- IN

3

TIPTIP +IN

LINE

RINGRING -IN

ONI0OFF

parameter control, dedicated mono output with separate fader and innovative operating mode for aux fed sub systems, additional AB stereo output, comprehensive metering, engineers monitoring and a lamp socket.

4

10- 10

OO

L R

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

30

40

HPF

3k

15k

180

1k

+6

PRE

+6

MUTE

PFL

LRM

50

4060

4k

6k

250

400

L

6 4

ST6 SOURCESENDS 15/16

USB RETURN

0

GAIN

HF

700

500Hz

HM

45

35Hz

LM

LF

AUX

1

AUX

2

AUX

3

AUX

4

AUX

5

AUX

6

PAN

PK!

SIG

10

20

30

FX MUTE

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

30

40

0

20

GAIN

50

10- 10

4060

10- 10

HPF

HF

3k

1k

4k

1k

6k

700

15k

500Hz

HM

180

70

250

70

400

45

1k

35Hz

LM

LF

AUX

1

+6

OO

AUX

2

+6

OO

AUX

3

+6

OO

AUX

4

+6

OO

POST PRE

AUX

5

+6

OO

AUX

6

+6

OO

POST

PAN

L R

MUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

EXT FX

ST5

L

/MONO

R

FOOTSWITCH

ST6

L

/MONO

R

EXTERNAL FX RETURN

AUX5

INTERNAL FX

AUX6

To reset the FX parameters to factory default: Power up the console while holding down the TAP key and the FX ROTARY switch

12:2

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

30

40

0

20

GAIN

50

10- 10

4060

HPF

HF

3k

1k

4k

1k

6k

700

500Hz

15k

500Hz

HM

180

70

250

70

400

45

35Hz

1k

35Hz

LM

LF

AUX

1

+6

OO

AUX

2

+6

OO

AUX

3

+6

OO

AUX

4

+6

OO

POST PRE

AUX

5

+6

OO

AUX

6

+6

OO

POST

PAN

L R

MUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

MixWizard WZ412:2ALLEN&HEATH

8

INSERT

LINE IN

8

MIC

DIRECT

OUT

8

SEND2AUX3AUX AUXAUXAUX5AUX

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

30

40

0

40

20

GAIN

50

10- 10

4060

10- 10

4060

HPF

HF

3k

4k

1k

4k

6k

700

6k

15k

500Hz

15k

HM

180

250

70

250

400

45

400

1k

35Hz

1k

LM

LF

AUX

1

+6

OO

AUX

2

+6

OO

AUX

3

+6

OO

AUX

4

+6

OO

POST

PRE

AUX

5

+6

OO

AUX

6

+6

OO

POST

PAN

L R

MUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

6

INSERT

7

LINE IN

6

7

MIC

DIRECT

OUT

6

7

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR.

CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIREREPLACE FUSE WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING. ATTENTION: REMPLACER PAR UN FUSIBLE STRICTEMENT IDENTIQUE EN VALEURS.

Laite on liitettävä suojamaadoituskoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

PAD

(LINE)

30

40

0

40

0

20

GAIN

50

4060

10- 10

4060

HPF

HF

3k

4k

1k

4k

6k

700

6k

700

15k

500Hz

15k

HM

180

250

70

250

400

45

400

45

1k

35Hz

1k

LM

LF

AUX

1

+6

OO

AUX

2

+6

OO

AUX

3

+6

OO

AUX

4

+6

OO

POST

PRE

AUX

5

+6

OO

AUX

6

+6

OO

POST

PAN

L R

MUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

9-1011-12

ST1

IN

ST3

IN

L

/MONO

R

IN

ST2

IN

ST4

IN

L

/MONO

R

1

+

L/M

-

ST5

+

R

MIX

L R

EFFECT

OFF, 1-20

EFFECT

OFF, 1-20

ALLEN&HEATH M ixWizard WZ

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

30

0

40

0

20

GAIN

50

10- 10

4060

HPF

HF

3k

1k

4k

1k

700

6k

700

500Hz

15k

500Hz

HM

180

70

250

70

45

400

45

35Hz

1k

35Hz

LM

LF

EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN

AUX

1

+6

OO

AUX

2

+6

OO

AUX

3

+6

OO

AUX

4

+6

OO

POST POST PRE

AUX

5

+6

OO

AUX

6

+6

POST

PAN

RL

MUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OOOOOO OO OO OO OO OO OO OO OO

A

OUT

INSERTRINSERT

B

USB 2.0

MULTICHANNEL AUDIO

LR INSERTSABST6 INPUT

The WZ416:2 provides 16 mono mic/line inputs and 2 stereo return inputs, a total of 20 input connec-

0

-5

GAIN

5

GAIN

5

-10

10

-20

16

ON

TO

LR

TO

11-12

TO

(ST3+ST4)

(ST1+ST2)TO

9-10

0

-5

GAIN

5

GAIN

5

-10

10

-20

16

ON

HF

HM

LM

LF

AUX

1

+6

OO

AUX

2

+6

OO

AUX

3

+6

OO

AUX

4

+6

OO

POST

PRE

AUX

5

+6

OO

AUX

6

+6

OO

POST

BAL

RL

L R

MUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

LAMP

AUX

1

Off--

Aux send

Delay1

OO

+6

[tap] [regen]

AUX

2 DelayLF

2

[tap] [LFregen]

DelayHF

3

[tap] [regen]

OO

+6

PingPong4

AUX

[tap] [regen]

3

BeatDelay5

[tap] [regen]

OO

+6

ST6/USB

6 SlapDelay

AUX

[time]

LEV

4

7

Ambient

[size]

8

EchoVerb

OO

+6

OO

0

[reverb]

9

EchoSpace

TO LR

[size]

10

Doubler

[thickness]

11

Plate

AUX5

[decay]

+16

12

PlateDly

AUX6

[predly]

+9

Press

+6

13

PlateEQ

+3

[colour]

0

14

Hall1

-3

[size]

-6

-9

15

Hall2

-12

Parameter

[size]

-16

Hold

16

ConcertHall

-20

[size]

-30

TAP

Arena17

[size]

/ FX

ST5

L

R

SmallSpace18

LEV

POWER

[size]

Flanger19

[intensity]

PFL

OO

+6

Chorus20

[depth]

FX MUTE

PRE

0

10

AUX

1

AUX

1-2

OO

+4

2

AUX

2

3

AUX

OO

+4

3-4

AUX

4

AUX

3

OO

+4

5

AUX

5-6

4

6

AUX

OO

+4

AUX

/ FX

ST5

5

ST6

OO

+4

AUX

6

M

ALL UP = LR

OO

+4

POST / FX

ALT LR OUT MONITOR

AB

OO

+10

L+R AUX 6

L10R

M

10

555

5

0

5

10

20

30

O

OO O

OO

AUX6

tions. The WZ412:2 provides 8 mono mic/line inputs, 2 full channel dual stereo inputs, and 2 stereo return inputs, a total of 20 input connections.

The base of the console can be removed to access a host of internal user selectable options. These set user preference for the aux, direct output and AB sources.

The aux outputs are impedance balanced but may be electronically balanced if required by fitting an optional part. A kit is also available to fit an optional USB2 output card which allows the console to be linked to a computer for multitrack recording.

An Allen & Heath LEDlamp gooseneck lamp with built

-in dimmer can also be added for lighting the console in low light conditions.

1

INSERT

2

INSERT

3

4

INSERT

5

INSERT

LINE IN

4

5

MIC

DIRECT

OUT

4

5

XLR OUT

21

+OUT

3

- OUT

CONFORMS TO ANSI/UL STD. 60065-2003 CERTIFICATED TO CAN/CSA STD.60065-03

Serial No.ENGINEERED IN ENGLAND BY ALLEN & HEATH LIMITED

MADE IN CHINA

LINE IN

3

MIC

DIRECT

OUT 3

LINE IN/OUT

TIP +

RING -

FUSE

T630mA L 250V 20mm

WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED

LINE IN

2

MIC

DIRECT

OUT 2

INSERT

SEND

TIP

RING

RETURN

AC MAINS IN ~

100 - 240V~ 47-63Hz 45W MAX

CET APPAREIL DOIT ETRE MIS A LA TERRE

LINE IN

1

MIC

DIRECT

OUT 1

INPUT

+IN

1

2

MIC

- IN

3

TIP +INTIP

LINE

RING -INRING

ONI0OFF

Allen & Heath 7 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

Installing the Console

Free Standing

The console is supplied ready for free standing operation with its side trims fitted and connector pod positioned for rear access. If you are converting from rack to free standing then make sure the pod is correctly rotated and secured, and the side trims fitted as shown:

19” Rack Mount

For rack mounting, remove the two side trims and rotate the pod into the connector position preferred. Allow enough space for the cables and connectors behind the console.

Do not transport the console with its connector pod securing screws removed. Do not attempt to remove the connector pod from the console. Do not obstruct the ventilation slots. Allow adequate space around the console for air flow. If the side trims are to be removed, do not refit their fixing screws to the unit. Retain and store these in case the trims need to be refitted in the future.

Allen & Heath 8 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

Connecting Power

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR.

CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTIO N AGAINST RISK OF FIRE REPLACE FUSE WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING. ATTENTION: REMPLACER PAR UN FUSIBL E STRICTEMENT IDENTIQUE EN VALEURS.

Laite on liitettävä suojamaado ituskoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Read and understand the Important Safety Instructions printed at the start of this guide, and the warnings printed on the rear of the console. Check that your local mains supply is within the 100-240V operating voltage range allowed. Check that the correct mains lead with moulded plug has been supplied with your console. Make sure that the IEC mains plug is pressed fully

into the panel socket before switching on.

CAUTION

DO NOT OPEN

CONFORMS TO ANSI/UL STD. 60065-2003

CERTIFICATED TO CAN/CSA STD.60065-03

MADE IN CHINA

Serial No.ENGINEERED IN ENGLAND BY ALLEN & HEATH LIMITED

FUSE

T630mA L 250V 20mm

WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED

AC MAINS IN ~

100 - 240V~ 47-63Hz 45W MAX

CET APPAREIL DOIT ETRE MIS A LA TERRE

ON

OFF

I0

Grounding

The connection to ground in an audio system is important for two reasons:

1. SAFETY - To protect the operator from high voltage electric shock, and

2. AUDIO PERFORMANCE - To minimise the effect of ground (earth) loops which result in audible hum and buzz, and to shield the audio signals from interference.

3. For safety it is important that all equipment grounds are connected to mains ground so that exposed metal parts are prevented from carrying high voltage which can injure or even kill the operator. Do not disconnect the ground connection in the mains lead. It is recommended that the system engineer check the continuity of the safety ground from all points in the system including microphone bodies, turntable chassis, equipment cases, rack metalwork and so on.

Switching the console on and off

It is good practice to turn power amplifiers off before switching the console and any other connected equipment on or off. This prevents any unexpected clicks or thumps when the equipment is powered up.

Turn amplifiers and powered speakers on last and off first.

To turn the console on, press the ON/OFF switch next to the IEC mains input socket. To turn the console off, press this switch again.

Allen & Heath 9 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

Female XLR plug

UNBALANCED

PIN 2 = HOT

BALANCED

1=ground

INPUT / OUTPUT

link Ring to Sleeve

XLR male socket XLR female socket

INPUTOUTPUT

21

3

2=hot +

3=cold -

3

2=hot +

12

1=ground

3=cold -

HEADPHONES

Sleeve=ground

INSERT

1+3 = 12V

1

LAMP

BALANCED

UNBALANCED

Ring=RIGHT

Tip=LEFT

3

4 = 0V

XLR male plug

Sleeve=ground

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

Sleeve=ground

Ring=return

adapter

Ring=cold (-)

1=ground

Tip=send

Y-Adapter

1 Output to 2 Inputs

Tip=hot (+)

2=hot (+)

BALANCED

Sleeve=ground

Ring=cold -

Tip=hot +

UNBALANCED

Y-Adapter

2 Outputs to 1 Input

No !

Ring=cold (-)

Tip=hot (+)

2=hot (+)

TO FROM

1=ground

UNBALANCED

BALANCED

Sleeve=ground

BALANCED

RCA PHONO CABLE

UNBALANCED

INSTRUMENT CABLE

TRS JACK CABLE

MIC CABLE

RCA phono jacks

BALANCED

INPUT OUTPUT

3=cold (-)

XLR MALE

BALANCED

TRS to XLR-F CABLE

XLR FEMALE

BALANCED

3=cold (-)

1=ground 2=hot (+)

Yes

Tip=hot (+)

2=hot (+)

3=cold (-)

Sleeve=ground

Ring=cold (-)

1=ground

BALANCED

XLR MALE

TRS to XLR-M CABLE

XLR FEMALE

BALANCED

Sleeve=ground

3=cold (-)

Ring=cold (-)

Tip=hot (+)

Allen & Heath 10 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

Audio Connections

The MixWizard uses professional grade 3 pin XLR and 1/4" TRS (3 pole) jack sockets. To ensure best performance, we recommend that you use high quality audio cables and connectors, and take time to check for reliable and accurate cable assembly. It is well known that most audio system problems are due to faulty or sub standard interconnecting leads. The following mating plugs may be used to connect audio signals to the console:

XLR female plug

XLR male plug

2 3 1

1 3 2

TS jack plug

TRS jack plug

Sleeve

Tip

RCA phono jacks

Tip

Ring

Avoid reversing + and - on balanced connections as this will result in reversed polarity (out of phase) signals which may cause signal cancellation effects.

Where long cables runs are required, balanced interconnections should be used. However, line level interconnections between more affordable 2-wire (signal, ground) unbalanced equipment and the console are unlikely to cause problems if the cables are kept shorter than 10 meters or so. Refer to the wiring diagrams on the opposite page.

Dealing with Ground Loops, Buzz and Interference

For optimum performance all audio signals should be referenced to a solid, noise-free ground (earth) point, frequently referred to as the ‘star point’ or ‘clean earth’.

A ground loop is created when potential differences exist between grounds at different points in the system, and the signal has more than one path to ground. In most cases ground loops do not result in audible problems. Should you experience hum or buzz caused by a ground loop, check first that each piece of equipment has its own separate path to ground. If so, operate ground lift switches on connected equipment in accordance with the instruction manuals. Alternatively disconnect the cable screen at the destination end only. This breaks the offending loop while keeping the signal shielding down the length of cable.

WARNING For operator safety do not remove the ground (earth) connection in the

power lead of the console or connected equipment.

To avoid interference pickup keep audio cables away from mains power units and cables, thyristor dimmer units, computer equipment and mobile phones. Where this cannot be avoided, cross the cables at right angles to minimise interference

A note about balanced connections

A differentially balanced connection has two signal wires, signal + (hot) and signal - (cold) and a shield. The signal source generates positive going polarity down the + wire and negative polarity down the – wire. The destination input stage accepts the + signal on its non-inverting (+) input pin, but it inverts the – signal, adding it to the + signal. The result is that the wanted signal is boosted. Now examine what happens when unwanted interference (hum and noise) is induced into the cable. The noise is induced equally and with the same polarity into both wires. At the destination input the – wire signal gets inverted and added to the + signal. Because the polarity is the same on both input wires the noise cancels itself out at this input. For this interference rejection to work it is important that the source, the cable and the destination input are all balanced. Balancing provides greatest advantage with low level signals such as those produced by microphones.

An impedance balanced output provides similar interference rejection, but without the signal drive on the - wire. It does not generate a negative polarity signal at its – output. Instead, the – wire has no signal but is held at the same impedance as the + wire. This means that both wires pick up the noise equally resulting in cancellation as described above.

Allen & Heath 11 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

4

ALLEN&HEATH

INSERT

16

INSERT

L

R

LINE IN

INSERT

LINE IN

16

15

MIC

MixWizard WZ

INSERT

15

14

INSERT

LINE IN

13 12

LINE IN

14

MIC

LINE IN

13

12

MIC

INSERT

LINE IN

INSERT

11

LINE IN

10

11

MIC

9

10

INSERT

LINE IN

9

MIC

INSERT

LINE IN

16:2

7

INSERT

LINE IN

7 6

MIC

INSERT

LINE IN

6

INSERT

5

INSERT

4

LINE IN

5

MIC

4

MIC

INSERT

LINE IN

INSERT

3

2

INSERT

1

LINE IN

3

MIC

LINE IN

2

1

MIC

8

MIC

R

M

DIRECT

OUT

AB ST2

A

B

MONO CH 15/16 AB

MULTICHANNEL AUDIO

OUT

A

OUT

INSERTRINSERT

B

MULTICHANNEL AUDIO

SENDS 15/16

LR INSERTSABST6 INPUT

L

/MONO

R

USB 2.0

DIRECT

LRM

DIRECT

OUT

IN

L

/MONO

R

ST2 SOURCESENDS 15/16

ST2 INPUT USB RETURN

L

AUX

ST6 SOURCE

USB RETURN

DIRECT

OUT

IN AUX5AUX AUX AUXAUX

EXTERNAL FX RETURN

L

/MONO

R

FOOTSWITCH

FX MUTE

L

/MONO

R

5

6 4

EXTERNAL FX RETURN

To reset the FX parameters to factory default: Power up the console while holding down the TAP key and the FX ROTARY switch

DIRECT

OUT

46ST1

3

+

L/M

-

ST1

+

R

-

MIX

L

EFFECT

AUX5

OFF, 1-20

INTERNAL FX

EFFECT

AUX6

OFF, 1-20

To reset the FX parameters to factory default: Power up the console while holding down the TAP key and the FX ROTARY switch

EXT FX

ST5

IN

L

/MONO

R

IN

ST6

L

/MONO

R

3

AUX AUXAUXAUX

L/M

ST5

R

EFFECT

AUX5

OFF, 1-20

INTERNAL FX

EFFECT

AUX6

OFF, 1-20

R

9-1011-12

ST1

ST3

IN

L

/MONO

R

IN

ST2

IN

ST4

L

/MONO

R

1

+

-

+

-

MIX

L R

DIRECT

OUT

910111213141516

AUX2SEND

1

DIRECT

OUT

FX MUTE

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR.

CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE REPLACE FUSE WITH S AME TYPE AND RATING. ATTENTION: REMPLACER PAR UN FUSIBLE STRICTEMENT IDENTIQUE EN VALEURS.

Laite on liitettävä suojamaadoituskoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

OUT

DIRECT

OUT

FOOTSWITCH

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

DIRECT

OUT

DIRECT

OUT

CONFORMS TO ANSI/UL STD. 60065-2003

CERTIFICATED TO CAN/CSA STD.60065-03

Serial No.ENGINEERED IN ENGLAND BY ALLEN & HEATH LIMITED

MADE IN CHINA

DIRECT

OUT

XLR OUT

LINE IN/OUT

2

1

+OUT

3

- OUT

FUSE

T630mA L 250V 20mm

DIRECT

OUT

2

INSERT

SEND

TIP +

TIP

RING -

RING

RETURN

100 - 240V~ 47-63Hz 45W MAX

WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED

CET APPAREIL DOIT ETRE MIS A LA TERRE

AC MAINS IN ~

TIPTIP +IN RINGRING -IN

DIRECT

OUT

12345678

INPUT

+IN

1

MIC

- IN

3

LINE

ONI0OFF

MixWizard WZ412:2ALLEN&HEATH

1

INSERT

8

INSERT

LINE IN

DIRECT

SEND2AUX

LINE IN

8

MIC

DIRECT

OUT

8

INSERT

7

6

MIC

OUT

6

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

LINE IN

DIRECT

5

MIC

OUT 5

LINE IN

7

MIC

DIRECT

OUT

7

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE - NE PAS OUVRIR.

CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE REPLACE FUSE WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING. ATTENTION: REMPLACER PAR UN FUSIBLE STRICTEMENT IDENTIQUE EN VALEURS.

Laite on liitettävä suojamaadoituskoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

LINE IN

4

MIC

DIRECT

OUT

4

CONFORMS TO ANSI/UL STD. 60065-2003

CERTIFICATED TO CAN/CSA STD.60065-03

MADE IN CHINA

LINE IN

3

MIC

DIRECT

OUT

XLR OUT

21

+OUT

3

- OUT

T630mA L 250V 20mm

Serial No.ENGINEERED IN ENGLAND BY ALLEN & HEATH LIMITED

INSERT

4

INSERT

5

INSERT

6

INSERT

3

LINE IN

MIC

DIRECT

3

LINE IN/OUT

INSERT

SEND

TIP +

RING -

RETURN

FUSE

AC MAINS IN ~

100 - 240V~ 47-63Hz 45W MAX

WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED

CET APPAREIL DOIT ETRE MIS A LA TERRE

INSERT

2

LINE IN

2

OUT

2

1

MIC

DIRECT

OUT

1

INPUT

+IN

1

2

TIP

RING

MIC

- IN

3

TIP +INTIP

LINE

RING -INRING

ONI0OFF

Allen & Heath 12 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

The Console connectors

MIC / LINE IN The channel PAD (LINE) switch selects either the MIC XLR or the LINE TRS jack as the input source. The XLR is normalled through the TRS jack. This means that the XLR can be used for microphone or line level signals when nothing is plugged into the jack socket. Both inputs are balanced but can be wired to work with unbalanced signals when required.

the XLR input when 48V phantom power is selected. To avoid loud clicks always turn the channel off by pressing MUTE when switching +48V on or off, and when plugging or unplugging cables.

STEREO LINE IN The WZ412:2 has six stereo inputs comprising four chan-

nel inputs ST1,3 (unbalanced) and ST2,4 (balanced), and an additional two stereo returns ST5 (balanced) and ST6 (unbalanced). The WZ416:2 has two stereo return inputs ST1 (balanced) and ST2 (unbalanced). All inputs use TRS jacks. Unbalanced inputs automatically connect the TRS ring to ground for working with balanced sources. The L input is normalled through the R input to accept mono signals.

L R

Note that the ST5 (WZ412:2) or ST1 (WZ416:2) stereo return input mixes with the internal effects processor return. This means that an external effects device fed from a different aux mix can mix with the internal processor to save input channels. Alternatively, you could turn the internal unit off and use the ST5 (ST1) input with an external unit only if preferred.

2

EXTERNAL FX RETURN

AUX5

INTERNAL FX

AUX6

TIPTIP +IN

RINGRING -IN

L/M

ST1

R

INPUT

1

3

EFFECT

OFF, 1-20

EFFECT

OFF, 1-20

+IN

- IN

+

-

+

-

MIC

LINE

MIX

WARNING: Do not connect unbalanced sources or cables to

SEND

RETURN

INSERT

TIP

RING

INSERT A single 3-pole TRS jack carries the unbalanced insert signal. Tip = send, Ring = return, Sleeve = common ground. The channel insert is post-HPF, pre-EQ and operates at 0dBu. The LR mix insert is pre-fader and operates at 2dBu. These should work fine with line level signal processing equipment such as compressors, outboard EQ, delay units and so on. An example of a suitable cable is shown here:

PROCESSOR

RETURN

INSERT

SEND

GROUND

RETURN

SEND

LINK RING TO SLEEVE TO UNBALANCE

DIRECT OUTPUT The mic/line channel direct output is available on an impedance balanced TRS jack. It is a line level signal operating at 0dBu. The source is set using an internal option jumper for each channel. The factory default setting is pre-fade (following the pre/post-EQ setting). This may be changed to post-fade if preferred.

The direct outputs provide a useful source for multitrack recording. Many users prefer pre-fade sends for this application so that the live show fader movements do not affect the recording which can be mixed later. Another application is channel effects sends. For example, a reverb unit may be dedicated to work with the lead vocalist channel only. Using a post-fade direct output instead of an aux send frees up that aux mix for other purposes.

OUT

IN

Allen & Heath 13 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

L, R, M OUT The main console mix outputs are on balanced XLR. These produce +4dBu when the meters read ‘0’. The M output can be switched to provide a mono sum of the post-fade L and R signals, or the AUX6 output.

The L and R outputs typically feed the house PA system in live sound mixing, or a 2track recorder in studio mixing. In mono mode, the M output can provide an additional feed for a mono fill speaker or zone, or be used as the main feed into a mono PA. Used with a mono PA the L and R mix can provide a pair of subgroups, each with routing using the channel PAN controls, inserts and faders. Configured to provide the AUX6 mix, the M output is ideal for driving a sub bass speaker system when working with an ‘aux fed subs’ PA. This provides the sub feed with its own per-channel mix on balanced XLR and with dedicated fader alongside the main LR faders for proper control of the house volume.

AB OUT A pair of impedance balanced TRS jacks can be configured to provide an additional LR mix or engineers monitor send. These operate at -2dBu line level. A front panel recessed ‘mode’ switch determines the source to the AB output. This may be set to follow the console monitor system and therefore feed an independent local stereo monitor or even engineers wedge speaker. When set to follow the LR mix, the factory default source is taken post LR fader. An internal option jumper is available to change this to pre LR fader.

Footswitch

The unique AB output feature provides the MixWizard with a host of possibilities… independent 2-track recording feed, broadcast feed, zone and delay fill feeds, local monitor, engineers wedge monitor and more.

AUX OUT 1-6 Each aux send is available on an impedance balanced TRS jack operating at -2dBu line level. An internal option is available to fit a balanced line driver IC to provide an electronically balanced output operating at +4dBu. Note that it is not usual to require this option as the impedance balanced standard drive provides significant interference rejection when feeding balanced equipment inputs.

The aux sends are typically used to feed stage monitors, effects devices such as reverb and delay, and for special mix requirements.

FOOTSWITCH Mutes and unmutes the ST5 (ST1) effects return channel, ideal for bypassing the effects between songs. Note that this affects the internal processor and also any external effects device that may be plugged in to these return inputs. Use a momentary or latching footswitch as required. Shorting a TS or TRS jack tip to sleeve turns the mute on.

USB II OPTION A blank plate is fitted here as standard. The USB II option kit is available from Allen & Heath. Refer to OPTIONS later in this guide.

Allen & Heath 14 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

The MONO Input Channel

GAIN

HM

LM

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

30

40

0

20

50

10- 10

4060

HPF

HF

3k

1k

4k

700

6k

500Hz

15k

phones or DI boxes that need phantom power. The power is current limited through 6k8 ohm resistors to pins 2 and 3.

WARNING: Do not connect unbalanced sources or ca-

bles to inputs with phantom power selected. To avoid loud clicks always mute the channel before switching +48V on or off and when plugging or unplugging microphones.

PAD (LINE) Press this switch to select the channel TRS jack LINE in-

put. Release the switch to select the XLR MIC input. The XLR normals through the TRS socket. With nothing plugged into the line input the

+48V Switches +48VDC to the channel input XLR for powering micro-

180

70

250

45

400

35Hz

1k

switch therefore becomes a PAD for the mic XLR. It attenuates the input signal by 20dB for connection to high level microphone or line sources.

GAIN Adjusts the input sensitivity to match the connected source to the internal 0dBu operating level of the channel. Provides a variable 50dB

LF

range from +10 to +60dB gain (mic), or -10 to +40dB (line, pad selected). The gain should be set using PFL so that the console meters average ‘0’

EQ IN

AUX

1

OO

+6

AUX

2

OO

+6

AUX

3

OO

+6

AUX

4

OO

+6

POST PRE

AUX

5

OO

+6

AUX

6

OO

+6

POST

PAN

with loudest moments lighting ‘+6’. Reduce gain if the red peak indicator lights.

HPF Switches in the channel high pass filter. This attenuates frequencies below 80Hz by 12dB per octave. The filter is pre-insert, pre-EQ. Select the HPF to reduce low frequency noise such as microphone popping, stage noise and tape transport rumble.

EQ A 4-band semi parametric EQ provides independent control of four frequency bands. HF and LF are shelving filters which affect high frequencies above 12kHz, and low frequencies below 80Hz respectively. HM and LM are bell shaped peak/dip filters which affect frequencies around a centre point which can be swept from 500Hz to 15kHz and 35Hz to 1kHz respectively. These have a width (Q) of 1.8. All bands can be boosted or cut by up to 15dB and have a centre detent 0dB position.

Check for the best microphone selection and placement before using the EQ. Start with the EQ set flat and apply only as much boost or cut as is

RL

MUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO

really needed. The EQ IN button can be used to compare the EQ with a flat response. When dealing with problem frequencies cut rather than boost where possible.

+20 +20

+15

+10

+5

0dB

-5

-10

-15

-20

+5

0dB

-5

-10

-15

-20

-25

-30

-35

-40

+15

+10

+5

0dB

-5

-10

-15

-20

20k10k5k2k1k5002001005020

20 50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k 20k

+20

+15

+10

+5

0dB

-5

-10

-15

-20

10k5k2k1 k500200100502010

20k10k5k2k1k50020 01005020

Allen & Heath 15 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

AUX SENDS These rotary controls adjust how much channel signal is mixed to the aux outputs. Each of the 6 auxes has its own control. They adjust from fully off to +6dB boost. Unity gain 0dB is marked at 3 o’clock position. Factory default settings should satisfy the most common applications:

AUX1, AUX2 = Pre-fade AUX3, AUX4 = Switched pre/post using PRE switch AUX5, AUX6 = Post-fade

Pre-fade aux options: Pre-INSERT, pre-EQ, post-MUTE

These settings may be changed if preferred by repositioning internal jumper link / solder link options. They offer many different combinations of pre and post-fade sends, and a post-EQ option for the pre-fade sends. The PRE switch can be assigned to one, two or more of the sends. More detail is provided in OPTIONS later in this guide.

Pre-fade aux sends are not affected by the channel fader movements. These are typically used to feed stage monitors. In most cases users also prefer that the monitor sends are not affected by inserted processors or the channel EQ. Post-fade aux sends follow the channel faders and are typically used to send a proportion of the channel signal to an effects device such as reverb or delay. Pre or post-fade sends may also be used for special applications such as recording, zone feeds, clean feeds and aux fed subs.

PRE When pressed the pre-fade channel signal is sent to the associated auxes. When released the post-fade signal is sent. Auxes 3 and 4 are affected by the PRE switch (factory default). You can change this to dedicated pre

-fade using the internal options.

PAN Positions the channel signal between L and R in the stereo mix. The centre position (mono image) is detented for quick resetting.

MUTE When pressed the channel signal is turned off. This affects the feed to the LR mix, pre and post-fade aux sends and direct output, but does not affect the insert send. The red indicator lights when the channel is muted.

PFL Press PFL to listen to the pre-fade channel signal in the headphones or AB monitor (if configured) without affecting the main outputs. The console main LR meters are interrupted with the channel signal. The red PK indicator half lights to show that PFL has been selected on that channel. Selecting more than one PFL at the same time mixes those signals together in the monitor.

PEAK The red indicator illuminates when the channel pre-fade signal is within 5dB of clipping. This gives you enough warning to reduce the GAIN control before you hear signal distortion.

SIGNAL The green signal presence indicator lights when the channel prefade signal is greater than -12dBu.

FADER Controls the channel level feeding the main LR mix and post-fade aux sends. It also affects the direct output if this has been set to post-fade using the internal option jumper. The fader provides +10dB maximum boost above its normal unity gain 0dB position.

GAIN

HM

LM

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

30

40

0

20

50

10- 10

4060

HPF

HF

3k

1k

4k

700

6k

500Hz

15k

180

70

250

45

400

35Hz

1k

LF

EQ IN

AUX

1

OO

+6

AUX

2

OO

+6

AUX

3

OO

+6

AUX

4

OO

+6

POST PRE

AUX

5

OO

+6

AUX

6

OO

+6

POST

PAN

RL

MUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

Important note on setting channel levels: Use PFL to set the GAIN controls for correct signal level through each channel. Use the faders to balance each signal in the mix. These are typically operated around their -20

30

to 0 positions according to the mix. We do not recommend setting the faders to ‘0’ and mixing using the GAIN controls.

OO

Allen & Heath 16 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

The STEREO Input Channel

0

-5

GAIN

5

-10 10

-20

16

ON

TO

LR

(ST1+ST2)T O

9-10

0

-5

GAIN

5

-10 10

-20

16

ON

HF

HM

LM

LF

EQ IN

AUX

1

OO

+6

AUX

2

OO

+6

AUX

3

OO

+6

AUX

4

OO

+6

POST PRE

AUX

5

OO

+6

AUX

6

OO

+6

POST

BAL

L R

MUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

(WZ4 12:2 only)

Dual stereo inputs Each of the two stereo channels has two stereo inputs which can be used separately, mixed together or split so that one feeds the channel, the other routes direct to LR. For example, you could mix two sound effects playback devices or two reverb returns together into one channel. This can be useful in saving channels, letting you mix many inputs in a small space. The L input signal normals through the R input socket so that a mono source may be plugged in to feed both left and right sides of the stereo channel.

ST1 (ST3) Unbalanced TRS inputs. The GAIN control adjusts from fully off to +16dB gain. Press the ST1 (ST3) switch to turn the input on.

Routing mode switch Recessed switch to prevent accidental operation. In the normal up position the ST1 (ST3) signal mixes with ST2 (ST4) into the stereo channel. When pressed the signal is routed direct to the LR mix instead of the channel. This lets you use these inputs as simple stereo returns in addition to the full stereo channels, providing four independent stereo sources to the LR mix.

ST2 (ST4) Balanced TRS inputs. The GAIN control adjusts from fully off to +16dB gain. Press the ST2 (ST4) switch to turn the input on. These inputs always feed the stereo channels.

EQ A 4-band fixed frequency EQ provides independent control of four frequency bands. HF and LF are shelving filters which affect high frequencies above 12kHz, and low frequencies below 80Hz respectively. HM and LM are bell shaped peak/dip filters which affect frequencies centred around 2.5kHz and 250Hz respectively. These have a width (Q) of 1.8. All bands can be boosted or cut by up to 15dB and have a centre detented 0dB position.

AUX SENDS These work as described for the mono channel. The L and R sides of the stereo signal sum together to feed each aux in mono. This can be changed using an internal solder option so that L feeds auxes 1,3 and R feeds auxes 2,4.

BAL Balances the level of the L signal against the R signal to compensate for differences in the source signal, or to position the signal within the stereo image. The centre equal level position is detented for quick resetting.

MUTE When pressed the channel signal is turned off. This affects the feed to the LR mix, and pre and post-fade aux sends. The red indicator lights when the channel is muted.

PFL Press PFL to listen to the summed L+R pre-fade channel signal in the headphones or AB monitor (if configured) without affecting the main outputs. The console main LR meters are interrupted with the channel signal. The red PK indicator half lights to show that PFL has been selected on that channel.

PEAK The red indicator illuminates when the channel pre-fade signal is within 5dB of clipping. This gives you enough warning to reduce the GAIN control before you hear signal distortion.

SIGNAL The green signal presence indicator lights when the channel prefade signal is greater than -12dBu.

20

FADER Controls the channel level feeding the main LR mix and post-fade aux sends. It also affects the direct output if this has been set to post-fade using the internal option jumper. The fader provides +10dB maximum boost above its

30

OO

normal unity gain 0dB position.

Allen & Heath 17 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

The STEREO Effects Channel

AUX

Off--

Aux send

Delay1

[tap] [regen]

2 DelayLF

[tap] [LFregen]

DelayHF

3

[tap] [regen]

PingPong4

[tap] [regen]

BeatDelay5

[tap] [regen]

6 SlapDelay

[time]

7

Ambient

[size]

8

EchoVerb

[reverb]

9

EchoSpace

[size]

10

Doubler

[thickness]

11

Plate

[decay]

12

PlateDly

[predly]

13

PlateEQ

[colour]

14

Hall1

[size]

15

Hall2

[size]

16

ConcertHall

[size]

Arena17

[size]

SmallSpace18

[size]

Flanger19

[intensity]

Chorus20

[depth]

1

AUX

2

AUX

3

AUX

4

ST5

LEV

OO

AUX5

AUX6

OO

Hold

/ FX

OO

+6

Press

Parameter

TAP

+6

FX MUTE

The MixWizard WZ416:2 and WZ412:2 feature a built-in stereo digital effects processor. The processed signal is routed back to the mix through the ST1 (ST5) stereo return channel. The two stereo effects mix together into the return channel. The ST1 (ST5) TRS jack inputs mix with the internal effects processor through the return channel. This allows you to have the internal and external effects devices returning their processed signals through one return channel.

AUX SENDS The combined effects signal can be returned to Auxes 1 to 4. These sends are not affected by the ST1 (ST5) LEV control which returns the signal to the LR mix. The stereo signal is summed to feed the auxes in mono. This can be changed if preferred by repositioning internal jumper options so that L feeds auxes 1,3, and R feeds auxes 2,4. Use the aux sends to add the effects to the monitors if required.

Selecting the effect Use the soft touch effects wheel to scroll through all 20 effects. Press and release the effects wheel to toggle between the two effects channels on Aux 5 and Aux 6. The effect names and adjustable parameter are printed on the front panel for reference.

Changing effects parameters Preset parameters can be edited by holding down the tap button and turning the effects wheel (value P0 to 9). The parameter to be changed for each effect is listed below the effect name in square brackets.

Tap effects Effects that include a tap parameter will have a flashing decimal point on the right hand side of the display. Tapping the button will change the tempo shown. Tap effects are marked with [tap] on the effects list on the front of the mixer.

Turning off the internal effects Once you have scrolled through all 20 effects the display will show a line to indicate that the effects on this channel are switched off.

Dual Effects Crossfeed The effects channels can be combined to allow one effect to feed another which gives more control over interaction between effects.

The effects on Aux 5 can be fed into the Aux 6 effects by holding down the tap button and the effects wheel while turning the wheel to select the amount mixed in. The value L0 to 9 indicates the amount of effect mixed between channels. The left hand decimal point comes on to show that this feature is being used. The AUX5 channel pot now controls this dual effect. The effect is sent through the AUX5 effects processor and then through the AUX6 effects processor. The feeds are mixed in parallel as shown in the diagram opposite. The AUX6 channel pot continues to control the amount of the selected channel sent to only the AUX6 effects processor.

ST1 (ST5) LEV Returns the combined stereo effects to the main LR mix. Adjust from fully off to +6dB maximum boost. Normal 3 0’clock 0dB operating position is marked on the panel.

FX MUTE Press this switch to mute the stereo return channel. This turns off the

EXTERNAL EFFECTS RETURN

L/M

R

+

-

+

-

effects feed to the LR mix and auxes 1-4. The channel may also be muted using a footswitch plugged into the rear of the console. The red indicator lights when the channel is muted by the MUTE switch and/or the footswitch. Note that the MUTE switch is latching. This means the effects will remain muted as long as the switch is in its pressed position regardless of the footswitch.

AUX 5 Channel level

AUX 6 Channel level

EFFECT

OFF, 1-20

Crossfeed level L 0 - 9

EFFECT

OFF, 1-20

To FX level and mute circuit

Resetting the effects presets

To restore the factory default presets hold down

the TAP key and the effects wheel while powering up the console. Make sure you do this while the amplifiers are turned off. The display will flash some scrolling lines to confirm the reset.

Allen & Heath 18 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

The Master Section

AUX MASTERS

Each aux mix has a master level control that adjusts the output level to match external equipment, or to trim the monitor, effect or other send without affecting the mix balance. Up to +4dB boost is available above the normal 0dB position.

PRE

AUX

1

POST / FX

L

1-2

+4

3-4

+4

5-6

+4

R

OO

AUX

2

OO

AUX

3

OO

AUX

4

OO

AUX

5

OO

AUX

6

OO

1

AUX

2

AUX

3

AUX

4

AUX

5

AUX

6

AUX

/ FX

ST5

ST6

M

ALL UP = LR

ALT LR OUT MONITOR

AB

OO

+10

L+R AUX 6

M

Note that the AUX5 and AUX6 master controls do not affect the level sent to the internal effects processor. They do affect the level available at the rear panel aux output sockets.

LR FADER MASTERS

Individual faders adjust the main L-R mix level. They provide +10dB boost above the nominal ‘0’ position. For best performance the faders should be operated around the ‘0’ position for normal ‘loud’ level. If you find yourself operating significantly below ‘0’ then the amplifier or other destination equipment is too sensitive for the console +4dBu output. Simply turn down the amplifier or equipment level trim. If none is available then insert an attenuator pad between the console and connected equipment. Operating the faders well below ‘0’ may degrade the noise performance of the equipment.

M FADER MASTER

A recessed mode switch above the M fader selects

the fader source.

Mono master To use the M output as an L+R summed mono feed then select the up position. The fader can become the master level controller for a mono PA,

10

mono fill or delay speaker, additional zone, mono recording and so on.

5

Aux master To use the M output as the AUX6 master press the switch using a pen or pointed object. Use the post-fade AUX6 channel sends to mix the re-

0

5

10

0

5

10

quired signals to the M output. This provides a main console output with its own mix bus. Typical applications include:

Dedicated MONO mix The output feeds a centre mono fill speaker system, for example above the proscenium arch or along the front of the stage in a thea-

20

tre. You may wish to feed just a few of the sources to these speakers, for example just the radio mic channels for front row clarity. Using the aux send allows you to create the required mix balance and have proper master fader control.

30

Aux fed subs This increasingly popular application drives the sub bass speakers with their own mix. It lets you send only those sources with wanted low frequen-

O

OO

OO O

cy information to the sub speakers. It can dramatically clean up the mix as nonbass channels such as vocals and guitars are kept out of the subs and therefore do

AUX6

not allow low frequency pickup to muddy the mix. It is typical to include only sources such as kick drum, bass guitar, keyboards and sound effects to these speakers.

The unique MixWizard aux mode feature puts the master control of the sub mix on to a fader next to the main LR faders. This means that the house volume can be controlled without upsetting the balance between LR and sub speakers. The feed to the sub speaker system is on balanced XLR, and it can be monitored by selecting the M switch in the headphones monitor section.

Allen & Heath 19 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

ST6/USB

LEV

OO

L

PFL

+16

+9 +6 +3

-12

-16

-20

-30

ST2 (ST6) RETURN

This is a simple stereo return channel that routes to the main LR mix. The typical application is to plug in a CD or similar playback device for walk-in or background music. It can also be used as an additional effects return. Adjust the volume using the LEV control. Route the signal to LR by pressing the TO LR switch. The green LED lights to warn that the source is routed to LR.

You can use the ST2 (ST6) input to monitor your 2-track recording. Press the ST2 (ST6) monitor source select switch. Use the AB output to feed your recorder. If you are monitoring while mixing live, make sure you do

0

TO LR

not accidentally press the TO LR switch and route your recording to the house speakers.

Console Monitor Comprehensive engineer’s headphones monitoring is provided. Select the source to listen to using the monitor switch bank. With no switch pressed the post-fade LR mix is monitored. Press M to listen to the post-fade M source. Pressing any switch higher up the bank overrides the previous selection. Pressing ST1 (ST5) listens to the wet effects

0

-3

-6

-9

only return signal if the internal effects processor is active. Pressing Aux pairs 1-2, 3-4, 5-6 together listens to the two selected auxes as a stereo pair. The two console meters display the selected monitor source signal level.

Pressing channel PFL switches automatically overrides the current monitor selection with the pre-fade signal from that channel or selection of channels.

R

POWER

The red PFL active indicator lights and the console meters display the channel signal.

We recommend you use closed ear headphones in the range 30 to 600 ohms designed for live sound monitoring. Headphones around 100 ohms impedance are a popular choice.

0

10

1

AUX

1-2

2

AUX

WARNING: To avoid damage to your hearing do not operate any close-to-ear monitoring such as headphones for long periods at high volume. Continued exposure to high volume sound can cause frequency selective or wide range hearing loss.

3

AUX

3-4

4

AUX

AB OUTPUT

This is an additional stereo output that can be config-

ured as a separately controlled mix output or a local loudspeaker monitor

5

AUX

5-6

6

AUX

send. A recessed mode switch above the AB level control selects the source. Use a pen or pointed object to change the setting. Adjust the output level from fully off to a maximum +10dB boost. The normal 0dB position is marked on the panel.

/ FX

ST5

With the mode switch in its up position, the LR mix is selected as the source

ST6

to the AB output TRS jacks. Factory default setting is post-LR fader. If preferred you can change this to pre-LR fader by repositioning internal option

M

ALL UP = LR

ALT LR OUT MONITOR

AB

jumpers so that the LR master fader movements do not affect the output. In LR mode the AB output provides an additional main mix output ideal for independent fill speaker control, 2-track recording or broadcast feed and so on.

With the mode switch pressed, the console monitor system is selected as the source. You can use this to feed local monitor speakers to listen to the

OO

+10

source selected on the monitor switch bank interrupted by PFL. Local speaker monitoring can be useful in theatre and stage monitoring applications.

Allen & Heath 20 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

Gain Structure

How the levels between the different signal stages are set up is referred to as the gain structure. For best performance it is important that the connected source signals are matched to the ‘normal operating level’ of the console. Similarly the levels of the connected amplifiers and destination equipment should be correctly matched to the console outputs. If set too high then the signal peaks will be clipped resulting in distortion, and if set too low then the signal-to-noise performance will be degraded resulting in excessive background hiss and noise.

Using the Meters

The MixWizard provides metering of inputs and outputs. For best results operate the console with the main meters averaging around ‘0’ allowing the loudest moments to reach ‘+6’. Reduce the channel gain settings if the red peak indicators start to flash. Note that the peak indicators light 5dB before actual clipping to warn that you are nearing distortion and should reduce gain. The LED bar meters have a ‘quasi-peak’ response with fast attack and slow release so that fast musical transients are accurately displayed.

Matching a Source to the Console

Start by turning down the channel fader and send levels to prevent unexpected loud volumes reaching the main speakers and monitors. Using PFL, adjust the GAIN control for an average ‘0’ reading on the console meters. These automatically switch to show the channel pre-fade signal when PFL is pressed. Listen to the signal using headphones or local AB monitor. Once the channel gain is correctly set you can raise the levels to bring the channel into the mix. Note that you may need to adjust the gain if you make significant changes to the EQ. Make sure that any equipment inserted into the channel is set to operate around 0dBu line level. First set the gain with inserted signal processors such as compressors switched to bypass.

Matching the Console to Destination Equipment

The console produces a standard XLR output level of +4dBu for a meter reading of ‘0’. It can produce a maximum of +26dBu which is more than is usually required and therefore gives you plenty of headroom. If you are connecting to a sensitive power amplifier it is advisable to turn down its input trim control if the normal console level is too high. Simply turning down the console output faders degrades the output stage noise performance and reduces the resolution of the fader movement. The output faders are best operated around ‘-10’ to ‘0’ for loudest average volume required. This allows additional headroom if you need it.

Terminology

The normal operating level is the optimum signal level for best console performance, indicated by ‘0’ meter readings and resulting in the +4dBu XLR output level. The channels operate at 0dBu and the mix stages at –2dBu for extended headroom. Headroom is the extra level available above normal to allow for loud peaks before the signal becomes clipped resulting in audible distortion. The signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) is the difference measured in dB between normal level and residual noise floor (hiss) produced by the console electronics. The dynamic range is the sum of headroom and SNR representing the maximum signal range possible from quietest to loudest.

Final word

… A little care with setting gain structure throughout the signal chain will give you

the best performance and most manageable control of the mix.

+20

+16

+12

+9

+6

HEADROOM

+3

+1

0

-1

-3

-6

-9

-12

-16

-20

NORMAL OPERATING RANGE

-30

-40

-50

-60

-70

SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO

-80

-90

CLIPPING

SIGNAL

DYNAMIC RANGE

!

NOISE

Allen & Heath 21 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

Specifications

Performance

Maximum output level XLR +26dBu into 600 ohms max load

Jack +21dBu into 2k ohm max load

Internal headroom Channels +21dB Mix +23dB

Meters 3 colour LED, quasi peak response Sensitivity 0VU = +4dBu at XLR output Master meters 12 segment -30 to +16dB Channel meters 2 segment -12, +16dB (5dB before clip)

Frequency response 10Hz to 30kHz +/-0.5dB

THD+n at +10dBu 1kHz Channel to mix out < 0.004%

Crosstalk at 1kHz Fader shutoff >90dB

Channel mute >90dB Inter channel >90dB

Noise, rms 22Hz to 22kHz Mic EIN -127dB

Residual output noise < -95dBu (-99dB S/N) LR unity fader mix noise < -83dBu (-87dB S/N)

Channel HPF 12dB/octave below 80Hz

Mono EQ HF Shelving, +/-15dB, 12kHz HM Peak/dip, +/-15dB, 500Hz to 15kHz, Q=1.8 LM Peak/dip, +/-15dB, 35Hz to 1kHz, Q=1.8 LF Shelving, +/-15dB, 80Hz

Stereo EQ HF Shelving, +/-15dB, 12kHz HM Peak/dip, +/-15dB, 2.5kHz, Q=1.8 LM Peak/dip, +/-15dB, 250Hz, Q=1.8 LF Shelving, +/-15dB, 80Hz

Power supply 100-240V, 50/60Hz auto sensing, IEC input Power consumption 45W max Mains fuse T630mA L 20mm

Mechanical

Free standing dimensions W 507 (20”) x D 530 (20.9”) x H 194 (7.7”)

Rack mounted W 483 (19”) x D 122 (4.8”) x H 444 (17.5”) 10U Underside connectors

Rack mounted W 483 (19”) x D 193 (7.6”) x H 497 (19.6”) 11.2U Rear connectors

Weight W4-122 unpacked 11kg (24lbs) W4-122 packed 14kg (31lbs) W4-162 unpacked 13kg (28lbs) W4-162 packed 16kg (35lbs)

Allen & Heath 22 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

Connections

Mono channel XLR balanced pin 2 hot Sensitivity -60 to +10dBu TRS balanced, tip hot Sensitivity -40 to +10dBu Pad out (MIC) 2k ohm Pad in (MIC or LINE) >10k ohm, -20dB Max input level +30dBu XLR phantom power +48V, on/off

Stereo channel ST1,3 TRS unbalanced >10k ohm, -16 to +20dBu ST2,4 TRS balanced >10k ohm, -16 to +20dBu

Stereo returns ST1(5) TRS balanced >10k ohm, -6 to +20dBu ST2(6) TRS unbalanced >2k ohm, -2 to +20dBu

Inserts Channel TRS, tip send, ring return, 0dBu Output TRS, tip send, ring return, -2dBu

L, R, M outputs XLR balanced pin 2 hot <75 ohm, +4dBu, +26dBu max

Aux 1-6 output TRS impedance balanced <75 ohm, -2dBu, +21dBu max Electronic balance option <75 ohm, +4dBu, +26dBu max

Direct out TRS impedance balanced <75 ohm, 0dBu, +21dBu max

AB out TRS impedance balanced <75 ohm, -2dBu, +21dBu max

Headphones TRS, tip L, ring R, 30 to 600 ohm headphones recommended

Lamp 4-pin XLR max 12V 5W lamp

MixWizard 4 Series Part Numbers

WZ412:2 8 mic/line, 2 dual stereo, LR console W4-122 WZ416:2 16 mic/line LR console W4-162 WZ414:4:2 10 mic/line, 2 dual stereo, 4 group console W4-1442

WZ412:2,WZ416:2 & WZ414:4:2 USB2 option kit 004-232JIT

SSM2142P balanced output driver option IC AE0302 DRV134 balanced output driver option IC (alternative to above) AE5725

Allen & Heath 18” gooseneck LED lamp LEDLAMP

Allen & Heath 23 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

WZ4 16:2 Block Diagram

MIC/LINE INPUTS

AUX 5

AUX 6

IMPEDANCE BALANCED

EFFECTS

R

-+-

BALANCED 0dBu

MUTE

ST1 IN (EXT EFFECTS IN)

L/M

STEREO RETURN 1

+

TO MONITOR

FROM AUX5,6

OFF, 1-20

EFFECT

FOOTSWITCH

L/M

R

ST2 IN

UNBALANCED -2dBu

MONO/STEREO AUX SOURCE

STEREO RETURN 2

ST2 TO LR

TO MONITOR

LR

+

SUM

+

SUM

+

M S

JP1

LR

AUX1

AUX2

AUX3

AUX4

DIRECT OUT

0dBu

RING= -

TIP= +

DIR JUMPER

POST-FADE

PRE-FADE

SW = SWITCHED

PO = POST-FADE

PR = PRE-FADE

OPTIONS

JS2

PR

1AUX 2

SW

JS1

JS4

PR

3

SW

JS3

4

JS6

PO

5

SW

JS5

JS8

PO

6

SW

JS7

RING= RETURN

PRE-INSERT

PCB

SOLDER

PRE

BALANCED TIP= +

INSERT

0dBu

LINE

TIP= SEND

LF

POST-EQ

AUX JUMPER

MIC

2= +

LINE (PAD)

-20dB

48V

GAIN

+

-

HPF

4 BAND EQUALISER

LM

HM

HF

EQ IN

SIG

FADER

PFL

MUTE

PAN

WZ4 16:2

PHANTOM POWER

PK

AUX 1-6 LEFT RIGHT PFL

AUX5,6 TO FX, AUX6 TO C

FROM AUX6

MONO SUM

AUX6

M FADER

BAL

R MIX

+

SUM

M

2 = +

M OUT

+4dBu

L MIX

ST1 (EFFECTS)

ST2

M

ALL UP= L-R

INSERT

-2dBu

R FADER

BAL

INSERT

-2dBu

L FADER

POST-FADE

PRE-FADE

L-R

MONITOR

LEV

A-B

-2dBu IMPEDANCE BALANCED

B OUT

TIP= +

BAL

A OUT

TIP= +

AUX4

AUX5

AUX6

STEREO 3-4

STEREO 5-6

L-R

2 = +

RIGHT OUT

2 = +

LEFT OUT

+4dBu

MONITOR SELECT

AUX1

AUX2

AUX3

STEREO 1-2

LEV

L

R

HEADPHONES

PFL DC

PFL MIX

ACTIVE

PFL

L

R

MONITOR METERS

MONITOR

AUX MIX

AUX SENDS 1-6

AUX1-6 TO MONITOR

+4dBu BAL OPTION

IMPEDANCE BALANCED

-2dBu

MASTER

AUX OUT

TIP= +

Allen & Heath 24 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

WZ4 12:2 Block Diagram

AUX 5

AUX 6

ST5 IN (EXT EFFECTS IN)

DUAL STEREO INPUTS

EFFECTS

OFF, 1-20

EFFECT

STEREO RETURN

L/M

R

ST6 IN

UNBALANCED -2dBu

ST2 TO LR

TO MONITOR

LR

EFFECT

+

FOOTSWITCH

MONO/STEREO AUX SOURCE

SUM

+

JP1

SM

AUX4

AUX3

AUX2

AUX1

L/M

R

STEREO RETURN

+-+

-

BALANCED 0dBu

SW = SWITCHED

PO = POST-FADE

SUM

+

MUTE

FROM AUX5,6

TO MONITOR

LR

PR = PRE-FADE

AUX

PR

B A D C F E H G J I L KJUMPER OPTIONS

1

SW

PR

2

SW

PR

3

SW

PR PO

4

SW

PO

5

SW

6

SW

INPUT ST2(4)

R

+

-

GAIN

ON

M S M S

CN4

MONO/STEREO AUX

PRE

++

CN5

INPUT ST1(3)

L/M

+

-

PRE-FADE POST-FADE

FADER

L/M

R

IMPEDANCE BALANCED

GAIN

ON

CH

LR

+

4 BAND EQUALISER

HMLFLM

HF

PO = POST-FADE

PR = PRE-FADE

EQ IN

SUM

SIG

+

MUTE

PFL

PAN

SW = SWITCHED

PK

MIC/LINE INPUTS

DIRECT OUT

0dBu

RING= -

TIP= +

DIR JUMPER

POST-FADE

PRE-FADE

PRE-INSERT

PCB

SOLDER

OPTIONS

JS2

PR

1AUX 2

JS1

SW

JS4

PR

3

JS3

SW

4

PO SW

5

PO

6

SW

PRE

JS6

JS5

JS8

JS7

BALANCED

INSERT

0dBu

TIP= SEND

RING= RETURN

LF

AUX JUMPER

POST-EQ

MIC

LINE

2= +

TIP= +

LINE (PAD)

-20dB

GAIN

-

+

HPF

LM

HM

HF

EQ IN

FADER

MUTE

PAN

WZ4 12:2

48V

PHANTOM POWER

4 BAND EQUALISER

SIG

PK

PFL

AUX 1-6 LEFT RIGHT PFL

AUX5,6 TO FX, AUX6 TO C

FROM AUX6

MONO SUM

AUX6

2 = +

+4dBu

R MIX

+ SUM

M FADER

BAL

M

M OUT

+4dBu

L MIX

M

ST6

ST5 (EFFECTS)

AUX6

AUX5

ALL UP= L-R

PRE

R

INSERT

-2dBu

R FADER

BAL

INSERT

-2dBu

L FADER

BAL

L RL

L-R

POST-FADE

MONITOR

LEV

A-B

-2dBu IMPEDANCE BALANCED

B OUT

TIP= +

A OUT

TIP= +

AUX4

STEREO 5-6

L-R

2 = +

RIGHT OUT

LEFT OUT

+4dBu

MONITOR SELECT

AUX3

AUX2

AUX1

STEREO 1-2

STEREO 3-4

LEV

R

L

HEADPHONES

PFL DC

PFL MIX

ACTIVE

PFL

L

R

MONITOR METERS

MONITOR

AUX MIX

AUX SENDS 1-6

AUX1-6 TO MONITOR

+4dBu BAL OPTION

IMPEDANCE BALANCED

-2dBu

MASTER

AUX OUT

TIP= +

Allen & Heath 25 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

User Options

REMOVE 4x M4 POZI SCREWS PER SIDE

REMOVE SIDE TRIMS

REMOVE M4 POZI SCREW PER SIDE

ROTATE POD

The MixWizard has a versatile architecture which should satisfy most applications you may encounter without modification. However, the following internal options provide alternative settings for those applications that may demand them. Access is required to the internal assemblies. pluggable jumper links are used in most places and also some links require cutting and soldering a solder bridge.

REMOVE 3x M3 TORX SCREWS

ROTATE POD

REMOVE 4x M3 TORX SCREWS

LIFT OFF BASE

Remove the base

Start by removing the side trims if fitted using a Pozi crosshead screwdriver. Release the two M4 Pozi head pod securing screws and rotate the connector pod to gain access to the three M3 rear base fixing screws. Use a Torx starhead screwdriver to remove these. Rotate the pod again to remove the four M3 underside base screws using the Torx driver. Carefully lift off the base.

Configure the internal options

Jumper Options:

Fit the options required. Set the option jumpers to the required positions. Make sure they are pressed fully home. Check that all channels are correctly set and all options fitted according to their instructions. Make sure that no debris or parts are left loose inside the console.

Solder Options:

Solder options require some ability with a soldering iron, if you have any reservations then please contact your local service centre to carry out this procedure for you.

See page opposite for details on how to modify the solder options.

Refit the base

Carefully reposition the base. Refit the fixing screws. Lock the connector pod in the required position using the securing screws. Refit the side trims if required.

AUX PRE/POST FADER

(SOLDER OPTION,

PCB UNDERSIDE)

AUX PRE/POST INSERT/EQ

DIRECT OUT PRE/POST FADER

IMPORTANT:

set as required. Errors on one or more channels now may cause user problems later. We recommend that you write the repositioned option settings on a label and adhere this to the rear panel. This would provide a helpful reference to other users of the console.

MONO INPUT STEREO INPUT (12:2)

AUX STEREO/MONO

AUX PRE/POST FADER

Check carefully that all channel options are correctly

AUX MASTER MASTER LR

AUX BALANCE OPTION

AB PRE/POST LR FADER

ST AUX STEREO/MONO

Allen & Heath 26 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

MONO CH - AUX PRE/POST EQ

PR

AUX

PO

DIR

PR PO

MONO CH - DIRECT OUT

PR

AUX

PO

DIR

PR PO

MONO CH - AUX PRE/POST FADER

JS2

JS1

JS4

JS3

PR=PRE PO=POST SW=SWITCH

CUT TRACK HERE

SW

PR AUX 1-2

PR AUX 3-4

PR

SW

PO

AUX 5

AUX 1-2

Aux pre/post insert/EQ

Factory default for the mono chan-

nel pre-fade auxes is pre-insert, pre-EQ. This is popular with many users mixing monitors from FOH. It prevents the channel EQ and inserted compressors affecting the monitor mix. Move the jumper from PR to PO to change this to post-insert, post-EQ if preferred. Note that auxes are always post-mute.

Direct output source

Factory default is pre-fader. This is

common for live recording to multitrack. The live mix fader movements do not affect the recording. Move the jumper from PR to PO to change to post-fade. Post-fade is appropriate when using the output as a direct channel effects send.

Mono Channel Aux pre/post settings

JS6

JS5

JS8

JS7

fault is Aux 1-2 = pre-fade, Aux 3-4 = switched, Aux 5-6 = post-fade. You

Factory de-

can change these settings for different combinations of pre/post or

SW

PO

AUX 6

SW

switched auxes by cutting and resoldering the links. Refer to the system block diagram to explore the possibilities. Make sure you set all mono and stereo channels the same. Before you make your choice, consider whether you want to use AUX5 or 5/6 for the internal effects (should be

SOLDER BLOB HERE

post) and/or AUX6 to feed aux fed subs (also post). We recommend you only change these settings if absolutely necessary.

Solder Options:

Cut tracks with a sharp knife and ensure that any

cuts don't extend beyond the marked area. Add a solder blob to connect the adjoining pads. If you have any doubts about this procedure please contact Allen & Heath and we will put you in touch with your nearest service centre.

STEREO CH - AUX PRE/POST FADER

PR=PRE PO=POST SW=SWITCH

STEREO CH - MONO/STEREO AUXES

CN5

CN4

POST-FADE AUXES

STEREOMONO

PRE-FADE AUXES

STEREOMONO

AUX MASTER - ST1(5) MONO/STEREO

JP1

ST1(5) AUX SOURCE

STEREOMONO

Stereo Channel Aux pre/post settings

default is Aux 1&2 = pre-fade, Aux 3&4 = switched, Aux 5&6 = post-fade.

ABCDEFGHIJKL

SWPRSWPRSWPRSWPRSWPOSWPO

AUX23456

1

Configure as mono channel but connections are using jumpers instead of solder links.

Factory

Stereo/Mono aux source

auxes with a mono sum of L+R, or be configured so that L feeds the odd numbered auxes, and R the even. This is preferred when using odd/even auxes as stereo pairs. Factory default is the mono setting. Note that you should also set the ST1 (ST5) stereo/mono jumper to the same position.

The stereo channels can feed the

Effects return stereo/mono aux source

channel ST1 (5) feeds Auxes 1-4 with a mono sum of the stereo signal. If you are working with stereo auxes you can reconfigure this for stereo with L feeding Auxes 1, 3 and R feeding Auxes 2, 4.

The return

LR MASTER - AB SOURCE

A

B

C

D

AB PRE/POST LR FADER

LRLR

PRE

POST

AB source pre or post LR faders

that the post-fade LR mix feeds the AB output. If you prefer the master LR faders not to affect the AB output then reposition the two option jumpers in the PRE position. This may be desired if you are using the AB output to feed a 2-track recording independent of the house level.

Allen & Heath 27 WZ

The factory default is

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

AUX MASTER - BALANCED OUTPUT OPTION

U12 U11 U10 U9 U8 U7

1

AUX6 AUX5 AUX4 AUX3 AUX2 AUX1

CUT OUT TWO RESISTOR LINKS

INSERT DRIVER IC

AUX master balance option

The 6 aux outputs are impedance balanced as standard operating at nominal -2dBu and with +21dBu maximum drive. They provide similar interference rejection to electronically balanced outputs when connected to balanced equipment inputs. An electronically balanced option is available if you require nominal +4dBu and higher output drive up to +26dBu over very long cable runs. However, it is not usually necessary to fit this option as the impedance balanced drive satisfies most applications. Check that you really need the option before fitting it.

There are two balanced driver ICs which may be used. Either is suitable. These are available from Allen & Heath or most electronic component suppliers. The Allen & Heath part number is shown below:

SSM2142 A&H Part AE0302

DRV134 A&H Part AE5725

For each aux master, snip the legs of the two zero ohm resistor links as shown. This removes them from the circuit. Now solder the option IC into the socket. Observe the correct IC pin1 orientation and make sure its legs are correctly aligned with the socket. Test the output once the work is complete. You should measure the same level but opposite polarity signal between + (hot) and ground, and – (cold) and ground.

WZ4 12:2

WZ4 16:2

USB 2.0

MULTICHANNEL AUDIO

SENDS 15/16

LR INSERTS AB

SENDS 15/16

MONO CH 15/16

AB

USB 2.0

MULTICHANNEL AUDIO

ST6 SOURCE

ST6 INPUT USB RETURN

ST2 SOURCE

ST2 INPUT USB RETURN

NOTE: This procedure will require the use of a soldering iron. If you have any doubts please contact Allen & Heath and we will put you in touch with your nearest service centre.

USB OPTION

A blanking plate is fitted over the

rear USB socket as standard.

A USB multi-channel option card is available, the part number is shown below:

004-232JIT WZ4 USB AUDIO OPTION

This is a high quality audio card that sends 16 channels from the mixer to a computer for recording or processing. A stereo channel is returned to the mixer for monitoring purposes or as an effects return path.

For the 12:2 the card sends the following channels to the computer: Mono channels 1-8 direct out, Aux outputs 1-6, Left/right insert sends OR AB outputs.

For the 16:2 the card sends the following: Mono channels 1-14 direct out, Mono channels 15 & 16 direct out OR AB outputs.

The ST2(ST6) source can toggled between the computer return feed or the input sockets mounted at the rear of the mixer.

For full details please refer to the WZ4 USB option application note AP8987 and fitting instructions AP8988.

Allen & Heath 28 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

Cue Sheet WZ412:2

Copy and use this page to record your console settings

4

ALLEN&HEATH MixWizard WZ

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

30

40

0

20

GAIN

50

10- 10

4060

HPF

HF

3k

1k

4k

700

500Hz

15k

HM

180

70

250

45

400

35Hz

1k

LM

LF

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

30

40

0

20

GAIN

50

10- 10

4060

HPF

HF

3k

1k

6k

4k

700

500Hz

15k

HM

180

70

250

45

400

35Hz

1k

LM

LF

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

30

40

0

20

GAIN

50

10- 10

4060

HPF

HF

3k

1k

6k

4k

700

6k

500Hz

15k

HM

180

70

250

45

400

35Hz

1k

LM

LF

12:2

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

30

40

0

20

GAIN

10- 10

HPF

HF

3k

1k

4k

700

500Hz

15k

HM

180

70

250

45

35Hz

1k

LM

LF

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

30

40

0

20

GAIN

50

4060

50

10- 10

4060

HPF

HF

3k

1k

6k

400

4k

700

500Hz

15k

HM

180

70

250

45

35Hz

1k

LM

LF

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

30

40

0

20

GAIN

10- 10

4060

HPF

HF

3k

1k

6k

400

4k

700

500Hz

15k

HM

180

70

250

45

35Hz

1k

LM

LF

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

30

40

0

20

GAIN

50

10- 10

4060

HPF

HF

3k

1k

6k

400

4k

700

500Hz

15k

HM

180

70

250

45

400

35Hz

1k

LM

LF

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

30

40

0

20

GAIN

50

10- 10

4060

HPF

HF

3k

1k

6k

4k

700

6k

500Hz

15k

HM

180

70

250

45

400

35Hz

1k

LM

LF

0

-5

GAIN

-10

-20

ON

LR

TO

(ST1+ST2)TO

9-10

0

-5

GAIN

-10

-20

ON

HF

HM

LM

LF

EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN

AUX

1

AUX

2

AUX

3

AUX

4

AUX

5

AUX

6

POST

PAN

PK!

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

OO

+6

OO

+6

OO

+6

OO

+6

POST POST PRE

OO

+6

OO

+6

RL

MUTE

PFL

AUX

1

AUX

2

AUX

3

AUX

4

AUX

5

AUX

6

POST

PAN

L R

PK!

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

AUX

1

OO

+6

AUX

2

OO

+6

AUX

3

OO

+6

AUX

4

OO

+6

PRE

AUX

5

OO

+6

AUX

6

OO

+6

POST

PAN

L R

MUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

AUX

1

OO

+6

AUX

2

OO

+6

AUX

3

OO

+6

AUX

4

OO

+6

POST PRE

AUX

5

OO

+6

AUX

6

OO

+6

POST

PAN

MUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

OO

L R

AUX

1

+6

AUX

2

+6

AUX

3

+6

AUX

4

+6

POST PRE

AUX

5

+6

AUX

6

+6

POST

PAN

MUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

OO

L R

AUX

1

+6

AUX

2

+6

AUX

3

+6

AUX

4

+6

POST PRE

AUX

5

+6

AUX

6

+6

POST

PAN

L R

MUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

AUX

1

OO

+6

AUX

2

OO

+6

AUX

3

OO

+6

AUX

4

OO

+6

POST PRE

AUX

5

OO

+6

AUX

6

OO

+6

POST

PAN

L R

MUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

AUX

1

OO

+6

POST

PRE

+6

AUX

2

OO

+6

AUX

3

OO

+6

AUX

4

OO

+6

POST PRE

AUX

5

OO

+6

AUX

6

OO

+6

POST

PAN

L R

MUTE

PFL

MUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

AUX

1

OO

AUX

2

OO

AUX

3

OO

AUX

4

OO

AUX

5

OO

AUX

6

OO

POST

BAL

L R

MUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

LAMP

0

-5

5

GAIN

5

-10

10

16

10

-20

16

ON

TO

LR

11-12

TO

(ST3+ST4)

0

-5

5

GAIN

5

-10

10

16

10

-20

16

ON

HF

HM

LM

LF

AUX

1

OO

+6

POST PRE

+6

AUX

2

OO

+6

AUX

3

OO

+6

AUX

4

OO

+6

POST PRE

AUX

5

OO

+6

AUX

6

OO

+6

POST

BAL

RL

MUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

Off--

Aux send

Delay1

[tap] [regen]

2 DelayLF

[tap] [LFregen]

DelayHF

3

[tap] [regen]

PingPong4

[tap] [regen]

BeatDelay5

[tap] [regen]

6 SlapDelay

[time]

7

Ambient

[size]

8

EchoVerb

[reverb]

9

EchoSpace

[size]

10

Doubler

[thickness]

11

Plate

[decay]

12

PlateDly

[predly]

13

PlateEQ

[colour]

14

Hall1

[size]

15

Hall2

[size]

16

ConcertHall

[size]

Arena17

[size]

SmallSpace18

[size]

Flanger19

[intensity]

Chorus20

[depth]

AUX

1

OO

+6

AUX

2

OO

+6

AUX

3

OO

+6

AUX5

AUX6

OO

Hold

/ FX

OO

POST / FX

+6

Press

Parameter

TAP

+6

FX MUTE

PRE

+4

L10R

0

10

ST6/USB

LEV

1-2

3-4

5-6

OO

0

TO LR

+16

+9 +6 +3

0

-3

-6

-9

-12

-16

-20

-30

L

R

POWER

PFL

0

10

1

AUX

2

AUX

3

AUX

4

AUX

5

AUX

6

AUX

/ FX

ST5

ST6

M

ALL UP = LR

ALT LR OUT MONITOR

AB

OO

+10

L+R AUX 6

M

10

5

0

555

10

AUX

4

ST5

LEV

AUX

1

AUX

2

AUX

3

AUX

4

AUX

5

AUX

6

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO

20

30

OO OO

20

30

20

30

OO

20

30

20

30

20

30

OO OO OO OO

20

30

20

30

OO

20

30

OO

Allen & Heath 29 WZ

20

30

O

OO O

OO

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

AUX6

Cue Sheet WZ416:2

Copy and use this page to record your console settings

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

0

30

40

20

GAIN

50

- 10 10

60 40

- 10 10

HPF

HF

3k

4k

1k

6k

700

15k

500Hz

HM

LM

LF

AUX

1

AUX

2

AUX

3

AUX

4

AUX

5

AUX

6

PAN

PK!

SIG

500Hz

HM

180

250

70

400

45

1k

35Hz

LM

LF

AUX

1

OO

+6

AUX

2

OO

+6

AUX

3

OO

+6

AUX

4

OO

+6

POST POST POST PRE

AUX

5

OO

+6

AUX

6

OO

+6

PAN

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO

AUX

1

AUX

2

AUX

3

AUX

4

AUX5

AUX6

ST1

LEV

AUX

1

AUX

2

AUX

3

AUX

4

AUX

5

AUX

6

Off--

Aux send

Delay1

[tap] [regen]

2 Del ayLF

[tap] [LFregen]

DelayHF

3

[tap] [regen]

PingPong4

[tap] [regen]

BeatDelay5

[tap] [regen]

6 SlapDelay

[time]

7

Ambient

[size]

8

EchoVerb

[reverb]

9

EchoSpace

[size]

10

Doubler

[thickness]

11

Plate

[decay]

12

PlateDly

[predly]

13

PlateEQ

[colour]

14

Hall1

[size]

15

Hall2

[size]

16

ConcertHall

[size]

Arena17

[size]

SmallSpace18

[size]

Flanger19

[intensity]

Chorus20

[depth]

LAMP

OO

+6

OO

+6

OO

+6

ST2/USB

LEV

OO

+6

OO

0

TO LR

+16 +9

Press

+6 +3

0

-3

-6

-9

-12

Parameter

PRE

TAP

+6

FX MUTE

+4

L10R

-16

-20

-30

L

R

POWER

PFL

0

10

1AUX

1-2

2AUX

3AUX

3-4

4AUX

5AUX

5-6

6AUX

/ FX

ST1

ST2

M

ALL UP = LR

ALT LR OUT MONITOR

AB

OO

+10

L+R AUX 6

M

Hold

/ FX

OO

POST / FX

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

O

OO O

AUX6

MixWizard WZALLEN&HEATH

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

30

40

20

GAIN

50

60 40

HPF

HF

3k

4k

6k

15k

HM

180

250

400

1k

LM

LF

0

30

40

20

GAIN

50

- 10 10

60 40

- 10 10

HPF

HF

3k

4k

1k

6k

700

15k

500Hz

HM

180

250

70

400

45

1k

35Hz

LM

LF

4

16:2

+48V

PAD

(LINE)

0

30

40

20

GAIN

50

- 10 10

60 40

HPF

HF

3k

4k

1k

6k

700

15k

500Hz

HM

180

250

70

400

45

1k

35Hz

LM

LF

(LINE)

40

GAIN

50

60 40

HPF

HF

3k

4k

6k

15k

HM

180

250

400

1k

LM

LF

0

20

- 10 10

30

40

20

GAIN

50

- 10 10

60 40

HPF

HF

3k

4k

1k

6k

700

15k

500Hz

HM

180

250

70

400

45

1k

35Hz

LM

LF

(LINE)

40

GAIN

50

60 40

HPF

HF

3k

4k

6k

15k

HM

250

400

1k

LM

LF

0

20

- 10 10

30

40

20

GAIN

50

- 10 10

60 40

HPF

HF

3k

4k

1k

6k

700

15k

500Hz

HM

180

250

70

400

45

1k

35Hz

LM

LF

(LINE)

40

GAIN

50

60 40

HPF

HF

3k

4k

6k

15k

HM

250

400

1k

LM

LF

0

20

- 10 10

30

40

20

GAIN

50

- 10 10

60 40

HPF

HF

3k

4k

1k

6k

700

15k

500Hz

HM

180

250

70

400

45

1k

35Hz

LM

LF

(LINE)

40

GAIN

50

60 40

HPF

HF

3k

4k

6k

15k

HM

180

250

400

1k

LM

LF

0

30

40

20

GAIN

50

- 10 10

60 40

- 10 10

HPF

HF

3k

4k

1k

6k

700

15k

500Hz

HM

180

250

70

400

45

1k

35Hz

LM

LF

(LINE)

30

40

GAIN

50

60 40

HPF

HF

3k

4k

6k

15k

HM

180

250

400

1k

LM

LF

0

30

40

20

GAIN

50

- 10 10

60 40

- 10 10

HPF

HF

3k

4k

1k

6k

700

15k

500Hz

HM

180

250

70

400

45

1k

35Hz

LM

LF

(LINE)

0

3030

40

20

GAIN

50

10- 10

4060

60 40

HPF

HF

3k

4k

1k

6k

700

15k

500Hz

HM

180

250

70

400

45

1k

35Hz

LM

LF

EQ INEQ IN E Q IN E Q IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN EQ IN

AUX

1

+6

OO

+6

AUX

2

+6

OO

+6

AUX

3

+6

OO

+6

AUX

4

+6

OO

+6

PRE

AUX

5

+6

OO

+6

AUX

6

+6

OO

+6

PAN

RL R

L

LOOR

MUTE MUTEMUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO

AUX

1

OO

+6

OO

AUX

2

OO

AUX

3

OO

AUX

4

OO

AUX

5

OO

AUX

6

OO

PAN

L R

PK!

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO

+6

AUX

2

+6

OO

+6

AUX

3

+6

OO

+6

AUX

4

+6

OO

+6

POST POST POST POST POST POST PRE

PRE

AUX

5

+6

OO

AUX

6

+6

OO

+6

PAN

L

R

PK! PK!

PFLPFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO

AUX

1

O

+6

AUX

2

O

+6

AUX

3

O

+6

AUX

4

O

+6

PRE

AUX

5

O+6O

+6

AUX

6

O

+6

PAN

L

R

MUTEMUTEMUTE

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO

AUX

1

+6

OO

+6

OO

+6

O

+6

OO

+6

OO

AUX

2

OO

+6

AUX

3

OO

+6

AUX

4

OO

+6

PRE

AUX

5

OO

+6

AUX

6

OO

PAN

L

R+6L R

PK! PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO

2

OO

+6

AUX

3

OO

+6

AUX

4

OO

+6

PRE

AUX

5

OO

+6

AUX

6

OO

+6

PAN

MUTEMUTEMUTE

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO

+6

OO

AUX

3

+6

OO

AUX

4

+6

OO

PRE

AUX

5

+6

OO

AUX

6

+6

OO

PAN

L R

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO

AUX

2

O

+6

AUX AUX

AUX

5

AUX

6

PAN

PK!

SIG

OO

3

O3O

+6

OO

AUX

4

O4O

+6

OO

POST POST POST POST POST PRE

AUX

5

OO

+6

OO

AUX

6

OO

+6

OO

PAN

L

R L

PK! PK!

PFL

PFL PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO

AUX

2

+6

OO

AUX

3

+6

OO

AUX

4

+6

OO

PRE

AUX

5

+6

OO

AUX

6

OO

PAN

R+6L R

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO

+6

PRE

+6

MUTEMUTEMUTE

OO

+6

AUX

2

OO

+6

AUX AUX

3

OO

+6

AUX

4

OO

+6

PRE

AUX

5

OO

+6

AUX

6

OO

+6

PAN

L

R

PK! PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO

1

O

+6

AUX

2

O

+6

3

O

+6

AUX

4

O

+6

PRE

AUX

5

O

+6

AUX

6

O

+6

PAN

L

R

MUTEMUTE

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OO

AUX

1

+6

OO

AUX

2

OO

AUX

3

OO

AUX

4

OO

AUX

5

OO

AUX

6

OO

PAN

L

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

+6

AUX

2

+6

OO

+6

AUX

3

+6

OO

+6

AUX

4

+6

OO

+6

POST

PRE

AUX

5

+6

OO

+6

AUX

6

+6

PAN

R

LOOR

MUTE

PK!

PFL

SIG

10

5

0

5

10

20

30

OOOO

Allen & Heath 30 WZ

4

16:2 and 12:2 User Guide

Allen & Heath MixWizard WZ4 User manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual