Allen&Heath WZ16 2 User Manual

AP2917

USER

GUIDE

PUBLICATION

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY

This product has been manufactured in the UK by ALLEN & HEATH and is
warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a
period of one year from the date of purchase by the original owner.

To ensure the high level of performance and reliability for which this
equipment has been designed and manufactured please read this User
Guide before operating.

In the event of a failure notify and return the defective unit to ALLEN &
HEATH or its authorised agent as soon as possible for repair under
warranty subject to the following conditions:

CONDITIONS OF WARRANTY

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

2. 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.

3. Any necessary adjustment, alteration, or repair has been made by
ALLEN & HEATH or its authorised agent.

4. The defective unit is to be returned carriage prepaid to ALLEN &
HEATH or its authorised agent with proof of purchase.

5. Units to be returned should be packed to avoid transit damage.

These terms of warranty apply to UK sales. In other territories the terms
may vary according to legal requirements. Check with your ALLEN &
HEATH agent for any additional warranty which may apply.

WZ16:2 User Guide AP2917 Issue 2. copyright © 1998 Allen & Heath. All rights reserved.

This product complies with the European
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directives 89/336/EEC
& 92/31/EEC and the European Low Voltage Directives
73/23/EEC & 93/68/EEC.

MANUFACTURED IN ENGLAND
ALLEN & HEATH

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

http://www.allen-heath.com

ALLEN & HEATH AGENT:

WELCOME TO THE ALLEN & HEATH

The WZ16:2 continues ALLEN & HEATH's commitment to provide high quality audio mixing
consoles engineered to meet the exacting requirements of today's audio business. It brings you the
latest in high performance technology and offers the reassurance of over two decades of console
manufacture and customer support.

This userguide presents a quick reference to the function and application of the WZ16:2. For further
information on the basic principles of audio system engineering please refer to one of the specialist
publications available from bookshops and audio equipm ent dealers.

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.

SERVICE AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Under normal conditions the WZ16:2 does not require user maintenance or internal calibration. In
certain cases it may be necessary to reconfigure internal option links. This and any service work
required should be carried out by technically competent service or engineering personnel.

We are able to offer further product support through our worldwide network of approved dealers and
service agents. You can also access our Web site on the Internet for information on our product
range, assistance with your technical queri es or simply to chat about matters audio... To help us
provide the most efficient service please keep a record of the console serial number, and date and
place of purchase to be quoted in any communication regarding this product.

CAUTION

Mains electricity is dangerous and can kill. Mains
voltage is present within the console. Do not remove the
covers with mains connected. To ensure your safety the
mains earth is connected to the chassis through the power
lead. Do not remove this connection.

PRECAUTIONS

• POWER SUPPLY Check the console for correct AC mains voltage setting before switching
on. This is marked on the rear panel next to the mains input socket.

• CONNECTIONS Use audio connectors and cables only for their intended purpose. Do not
connect any source of AC or DC power to the console audio connectors. Do not connect the output
of power amplifiers directly to the console.

• CLEANING Avoid the use of chemicals, abrasives and solvents. The control panel is best
cleaned with a soft brush and dry lint -free cloth.

• LUBRICATION The faders, switches and potentiometers are lubricated for life. The use of
electrical lubricants on these parts is not recommended.

• DIRT, DUST, SMOKE and MOISTURE Prevent damage to the moving parts, such as faders
and potentiometers, and cosmetics by avoiding drinks spillage, tobacco ash, smoke, and exposure to
rain and condensation. Protect from excessive dirt, dust, heat and vibration.

• TRANSPORTING the CONSOLE Ensure that the connector pod is secured in place with the
locking screws to prevent movement when transporting the console.

OVERVIEW OF THE

The WZ16:2 offers the professional user an uncompromised feature set and
performance for live sound engineering and recording. Built on the established
tradition of innovative British design and manufacture you get a console that is both
solidly reliable fora hard life on the road, and uniquely versatile to adapt to any audio
mixing application. The WZ16:2 is equally at home mixing alongside top end live
sound consoles such as the ALLEN & HEATH GL4000, in theatres, houses of
worship, conference and club installations, home and recording studios, or multi­tasking in equipment hire companies. Check out the key features:

• 16 channel inputs for microphone or line sources

Wide 70dB gain range for loud and soft sources.
Balanced XLR and jack both accept mic or line signals.

+48V phantom power switchable to the XLR inputs. 4­band EQ with 2 mid frequency sweeps.

100Hz lo-cut filter to remove mic popping and stage rumble.
Channel inserts for plugging in signal processors.

Channel direct outputs for multitrack recording.
6 Aux sends with up to 6dB boost, for 2 pre-fade monitor sends, 2 switched

pre or post-fade for monitors or effects, and 2 post-fade for effects sends,
recording or broadcast.

Peak LED indicator to warn of signal overload.
100mm long travel faders for smooth control.

• 2 stereo return inputs for effects and replay

With separate level to L-R and to Aux 1 for the monitor.

• L-R main output

Balanced XLRs with inserts and individual 100mm faders.

• Extra A-B output

For additional L-R stereo or L+R mono output selectable pre or post L-R
faders. Unique underpanel mode switch to configure A-B as a local
monitor output for additional stereo or mono monitoring.

• Engineers monitoring independent of the main outputs

Stereo headphones output with auto PFL indicated by a large red LED
Monitor switchbank with priority override to select each Aux, Stereo return

or L-R (pre or post fader). Auxes can be listened to in stereo pairs.

• QCC Quick Change Connector system

Simply hinge the connector pod into position for 1 9"rack or desk operation.

• MSP Minimum Signal Path for audio transparancy

Carefully designed circuitry to keep the signal path from input to output
short using high grade, low noise discrete and IC components.

• Rugged all metal construction

Individual circuit assemblies with all rotaries securely bolted to the panel.
No nonsense solid build to ensure on the road reliability.

Here are a few typical WZ16:2 applications. For clarity, the input sources,
signal processing such as EQ, and the amplifiers are not shown:

PA with Live Recording - Typical of the up-and­coming band playing the small venue. Simultaneous
stereo and multitrack recording for the demo tapes.

Extended Speaker System - Typical in a theatre
with a wide stage, and a disco/club. Here, the A-B
outputs feed a centre fill speaker and a sub-bass for
extended low frequency performance. L and R are
combined in mono to drive the centre speaker. Using
sub-bass, less power is needed in the L,C,R speakers.

Studio or Location Recording - Multitracking up to
16tracks with stereo mastering and recording. Stereo
cue for the performers, and plenty of effects.

Small Theatre - Typical amateur dramatics setup
with delay speakers compensating for acoustic delay
and improving clarity to the rear of the hall. CD
intermission replay, 2-track recording for the
performers.

Dedicated Stage Monitor - This example shows 4
floor wedges for the musicians and a stereo in-ear
monitor for the lead performer. The engineer monitors
the signals using a floor wedge similar to the stage
monitors.

Houses of Worship - Increasingly sophisticated
sound control is required. Here, a music PA is
controlled us ing L-R, and the congregation PA with
delay compensation separately controlled using A-B.