SQ-7
AP11350
Issue 1
DX168, DX16
4-W, DX Hub
96kHz
DX
100m
Cat5e or higher
Output socket
and Insert I/O patching
Introduction
Safety
Before powering on the SQ, read the safety instructions sheet (AP9240/CL1-1) that is supplied along with this
guide. For your own safety and that of the operator, technical crew and performers, follow all instructions and
heed all warnings included in these documents and printed directly on the equipment.
Registration
To be kept informed of updates, the latest firmware and new releases for the SQ range, register your SQ-7 at
www.allen-heath.com/register
Firmware and Reference Guide
This introduction is intended to give you an overview of the SQ-7 hardware and outline operating principles.
Visit www.allen-heath.com to obtain the latest version of firmware and reference guide. The latest firmware is
required if you intend to use any SQ Apps with your SQ.
Ventilation
The SQ uses fans for cooling. Adequate space must be left for air flow around fans and vents when in use.
Features
The SQ is a high resolution 96kHz audio mixing console. It has been designed using the latest technology to
provide the most detailed and accurate sound quality, along with a range of options for expandability and
integration.
SQ Range
48 input channels with preamp, HPF, PEQ, gate, comp, delay
32 output channels (LR, 12 mono/stereo Mix, 3 Stereo Matrix)
8 stereo FX with dedicated return channels
8 Mute groups, 8 DCA groups
Source patching (Local, SLink remote, Option card, USB)
Multi-channel USB streaming and direct to USB drive recording
Talkback mic input, dual footswitch control, wireless control
SQ-7 Specific
192 fader strips (32+1 faders, 6 layers)
32 local mic/line input sockets
3 local stereo line input sockets
16 XLR + 2 TRS output sockets
16 assignable SoftKeys
8 assignable Soft Rotaries with LCD
Displays
SLink Port Compatibility Sample Rate Protocol Max Length
AR2412, AR84, AB168 48kHz dSnake 120m Cat5e or higher
ME-U, ME-1, ME-500 48kHz dSnake Cat5e or higher
SQ-BRACKET Detachable Metal Bracket for iPad/tablet
AP11334 Water repellent polyester dustcover with printed logo for SQ-7
AR84 8 XLR input, 4 XLR output, dSnake Remote AudioRack (Rackmount)
AR2412 24 XLR input, 12 XLR output dSnake Remote AudioRack (Rackmount)
AB168 16 XLR Input, 8 XLR Output, dSnake Remote AudioRack (StageBox/Rackmount)
DX168 16 XLR Input, 8 XLR Output, 96kHz DX Remote AudioRack (StageBox/Rackmount)
DX164-W 16 XLR Input, 4 XLR Output, 96kHz DX Wall Mount Audio Expander
DX-HUB Remote Audio Hub with 4 DX Link ports (Rackmount kit available)
AH9650 100m drum of EtherFlex Cat5e with locking Neutrik EtherCon connectors
AH9981 50m drum of EtherFlex Cat5e with locking Neutrik EtherCon connectors
AH9651 20m of Neutrik EtherFlex Cat5e with locking Neutrik EtherCon connectors
Accessories
View processing and access
6 layers of 32 faders provide
LCD displays show channel
Physical controls for the selected channel. Preamp, HPF
Physical controls
for the selected channel. EQ band select
Press a blue ‘Mix’ k
e
y to present its sends on the 32
faders
Press a blue ‘FX’ ke
y to present its sends on the 32
faders
Displays the LR Mix or selected PAFL signal level.
Momentary or latching switch for the talkback microphone.
Connect to a router
for network/wireless control
Touch Screen, Screen
Select Keys and Screen
Encoder
the routing and setup menus
using keys below. Touch to
select a parameter and use
the rotary to adjust values.
Fader Strips and Layer
Select Keys
192 assignable strips for
access to any combination
of channels, returns,
masters and DCAs. Each
strip has fader, mute, select
and PAFL keys, peak and
signal meter.
Ident Strip
name and colour for each of
the 32 strips. Press the
‘View’ key to see secondary
information such as input
source.
Channel
(Pre/HPF/Gate/Comp)
frequency, Gate threshold, Comp threshold.
Channel (PEQ/GEQ)
keys and parametric controls. Use the ‘Fader Flip’ key to
present selected mix GEQ on faders.
Pan Control
Master Strip and Mix Select Keys
and its master on the master fader strip. Select ‘LR’ to work
with the main LR mix and channel faders.
FX Send Select Keys
and its master send on the master fader strip.
Headphone Output and Level Control
Main Meter
Talk Key
SQ-Drive Port
Record/play audio direct to/from a USB drive. Transfer scene, show
and library data using a USB key. Update SQ firmware.
ST3 Input
3.5mm stereo jack input, can be used for connection to an external
background music device.
Pre Fade and Assign Keys
Hold ‘Pre-Fade’ and press ‘Sel’ to toggle channels pre or post fade
to the mix. Hold ‘Assign’ and press ‘Sel’ to route channels to the
selected mix.
CH to All Mix Key
Press and hold to present all sends to mixes for the currently
selected channel. The ident strip displays mix names.
Copy/Paste/Reset Keys
Used to copy, paste or reset processing blocks or channel
parameters.
Library Key
Opens different libraries to enable save and recall of presets for
channel/mix/FX processing.
Assignable SoftKeys
Use Setup screen to assign functions such as mutes, tap tempo,
scene recall, SQ-Drive control and more.
Assignable Encoders
Use Setup screen to assign functions for quick access to often
used parameters.
Local Mic/Line Inputs
Local Stereo Line Inputs
Talkback Mic Input
Local XLR Outputs
Local TRS Jack Outputs
AES Digital Output
Mono/Dual Footswitch Connection
Mains Power Input and Switch
I/O Port - Option Card
Multi-format multi-channel digital audio
USB-B Port
Connection to a computer for multi-channel audio and MIDI I/O
Network Port
SLink Port
For connection to Allen&Heath remote audio racks, including AB,
AR and DX ranges, as well as the ME personal monitoring system
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