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ZED POWER 1000

USER GUIDE

Publication AP9323

CONTENTS

Warranty ............................................................................		4
Conformity Statement .......................................................		5
Safety Instructions.............................................................		6
Packed Items Checklist.....................................................		9
Introduction ......................................................................		10
Specifications ....................................................................		12
Dimensions........................................................................		14
Block Diagram...................................................................		15
Mono Input Channels .......................................................		16
Stereo Input Channels .....................................................		20
USB & 2 TRACK ...............................................................		22
Digital Effects Processor...................................................		23
Master Section ..................................................................		25
Amplifier Section ...............................................................		27
Amplifier Connection.........................................................		29
USB Connection................................................................		30
Connection Drawings........................................................		31
Connecting to Pro Tools (Mac) ........................................		34
Connecting to Pro Tools (Windows) ................................		35
Sound Mixing Tips for First Time Users ...........................		36
Wiring Information.............................................................		38
Product Support................................................................		39
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WARRANTY

Limited One Year Manufacturer’s Warranty

Allen & Heath warrants the Allen & Heath - branded hardware product and accessories contained in the original packaging ("Allen & Heath Product”) against defects in materials and workmanship when used in accordance with Allen & Heath's user manuals, technical specifications and other Allen & Heath product published guidelines for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the date of original purchase by the end-user purchaser ("Warranty Period").

This warranty does not apply to any non-Allen & Heath branded hardware products or any software, even if packaged or sold with Allen & Heath hardware.

Repair or replacement under the terms of the warranty does not provide right to extension or renewal of the warranty period. Repair or direct replacement of the product under the terms of this warranty may be fulfilled with functionally equivalent service exchange units.

This warranty is not transferable. This warranty will be the purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy and neither Allen & Heath nor its approved service centres shall be liable for any incidental or consequential damages or breach of any express or implied warranty of this product.

Conditions of Warranty

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 an authorised Allen & Heath distributor or agent.

The defective unit is to be returned carriage prepaid to the place of purchase, an authorised Allen & Heath distributor or agent with proof of purchase. Please discuss this with the distributor or the agent before shipping. If the unit is to be repaired in a different country to that of its purchase the repair may take longer than normal, whilst the warranty is confirmed and parts are sourced. Units returned should be packed in the original carton to avoid transit damage.

DISCLAIMER: Allen & Heath shall not be liable for the loss of any saved/stored data in products that are either repaired or replaced.

Check with your Allen & Heath distributor or agent for any additional warranty information which may apply. If further assistance is required please contact Allen & Heath Ltd.

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EMC & SAFETY

This product complies with the European Electro magnetic Compatibility directives 2004/108/EC and the European Low Voltage Directives 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.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING - Read the following before proceeding:

CAUTION

ATTENTION: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE – NE PAS OUVRIR

!WARNING: This equipment must be earthed.

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.

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.
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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 con-
	sole where the air flow required for ventilation is imped-
	ed. If the	console is to be	operated in a rack unit or
	flightcase	ensure that it is	constructed to allow ade-

quate 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 lightening 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.

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:

	TERMINAL		WIRE COLOUR
			European	USA/Canada

L		LIVE	BROWN	BLACK
N		NEUTRAL	BLUE	WHITE
E		EARTH GND	GREEN & YELLOW	GREEN

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.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

General Precautions:

Damage : 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.

Environment : 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.

Cleaning : 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 : Protect the controls from damage during transit. Use adequate packing if you need to ship the unit.

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

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PACKED ITEMS

Check that you have received the following:

ZED POWER 1000 Mixer

Mains Lead	This User Guide
	This User Guide
Check that the correct mains
plug is fitted.

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INTRODUCTION TO THE ZED POWER 1000

Background Overview:

The Allen & Heath ZED series mixers have been designed in the beautiful county of Cornwall in the UK and are manufactured alongside a wide range of professional audio mixing consoles to the same high standards. Many of the components used in the ZED POWER 1000 mixer are exactly the same as in the larger Allen & Heath products and the construction methods are also very similar — utilising individual vertically mounted channel circuit boards with each rotary control fixed with a metal nut to the front panel. This provides a very robust product that will resist damage and give years of reliable use. It also makes servicing much easier should it be required, with the ability to remove one particular channel from the mixer at a time.

The audio circuitry is based on years of continual development and refinement, the performance of all the elements within the mixer is scrutinised and perfected to ensure the very best sound quality possible.

Multi-application:

ZED mixers are great for live mixing. Their layout makes them very easy to use and achieve a great sound. They are also perfect for recording, either a live show or an audio project at home can be built up track by track using the USB digital audio interface. The flexibility and quality of these mixers make them stand out from the crowd. You can plug your guitars or instruments straight into the class A discrete FET high impedance inputs, cater for up to eight microphones, two stereo sources with MP3 player compatibility, separate 2-track record outputs and a stereo playback input for 2-track replay or interval music from a CD player, XLR main stereo outputs with inserts, comprehensive monitoring with headphones and separate monitor speaker outputs, 48V microphone phantom power, DI level switching for sub mixing, and not least of all, the same digital effects algorithms as those used on our flagship digital consoles costing many times as much! All this and the ability to withstand life being gigged night after night.

ZED mixers are also ideal for teaching establishments, houses of worship, hotels and conference centres where their ease of use and robust qualities make them a top choice.

Built in high power amplifier:

The ZED POWER 1000 mixer has a built in 2 channel high power class 'D' amplifier coupled to a super-reliable linear power supply. This combination provides the best of both worlds—the cool running efficiency of class D amplification coupled to the proven robustness of a linear power source with the ability to cope with high demand surges.

The built in amplifiers can be configured by switching the sources, to power stereo PA speakers or a mono PA setup with monitor speaker. There are also jack sockets for the amp inputs, allowing external sources to be connected, or a filtered sum of the main bus to feed a sub bass speaker.

Having built in amplifiers is convenient in so many applications, simplifying cabling and reducing equipment bulk, and it allows for easy control of each part of the signal chain.

Mic/Line Pre-amps:

Based on the pre-amps from the MixWizard series, the ZED POWER 1000 pre-amps use low noise discrete transistor circuitry to achieve high gain (60dB max), low noise and great linearity.

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GTR/Hi Z Inputs:

Specially designed, two ultra high impedance discrete class A FET (Field Effect Transistor) inputs for plugging any kind of guitar or instrument straight in. A 26dB gain boost switch allows instruments with very low output pickups to be used, and the FET does a great job of emulating the valve/tube input circuitry commonly found on instrument combos or amplifiers.

EQ:

The ZED POWER 1000 is equipped with a 3-band equaliser circuit on each mono input, with swept mid frequency section, and a 2-band EQ on the stereo channels. The frequency and response of each has been carefully chosen to give the maximum performance when using the EQ on a variety of sources. The amplifier outputs have a 9-band graphic EQ, ideal for correcting speaker cabinet responses and reducing feedback problems.

Record Bus:

A separately switched stereo bus can be routed to from any channel creating a selective recording bus, monitoring bus or stereo clean feed output.

Effects Processor:

Zed mixers have a professional quality effects processor built in which uses our own effects algorithms developed by our engineering staff at Allen & Heath. The effects range from classic reverbs, cascaded delay plus reverbs to shimmering flanger & chorus effects. The different effects types are selected with a simple up/down button interface and the tempo of the delay settings can be set using the TAP button. Holding the TAP button allows the parameters of the effects to be adjusted. The audio signal to the DSP is converted using 24 bit high dynamic range converters running at 48kHz sample rate, ensuring low noise, low distortion, transparent effects.

USB:

Getting audio to and from a computer easily is now a common requirement for live sound and music production. The way we have implemented this on ZED is super-flexible and super-easy! Just plug in a USB lead to your ZED, select the USB routing on the mixer and the device on your computer and that’s it! CD quality audio to and from your PC or MAC.

Internal power supply:

ZED POWER 1000 uses a linear power supply specifically designed and based on totally reliable technology. The toroid transformer and large energy storing capacitors allow for high musical peaks and loud crescendos, resulting in impressive power headroom.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Operating Levels

Input

Mono channel (XLR) Input			-10 to –60dBu for nominal (+11dBu in max)

Mono channel Line Input (Jack socket)			+10 to –40dBu (+31dBu maximum)

Stereo Input (Jack or phono sockets)			0dBu nominal (control = Off to +15dB)

Output

L/R Outputs ( XLR) Normal/DI out			0dBu/-30dBu +21dBu/-9dBu maximum.

Aux & FX Outputs (Jack sockets)			0dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum.

Record & Monitor Outputs (phono sockets)			0dBu nominal. +21dBu maximum.


Frequency Response

Mic in to Mix L/R Out, 30dB gain			+0.5/-1dB 10Hz to 30kHz.

Line in to Mix L/R out 0dB gain			+0.5/-1dB 10Hz to 25kHz

Stereo in to Mix L/R out			+0.5/-1dB 10Hz to 30kHz


THD+n

Mic in to Mix L/R Out, 10dB gain 1kHz +10dBu out			0.002%

Mic in to Mix L/R Out, 30dB gain 1kHz +10dBu out			0.006%

Line in to Mix L/R out 0dB gain 1kHz +10dBu out			0.003%

Stereo in to Mix L/R out 0dB gain 1kHz +10dBu out			0.007%

Gtr Input to Mix L/R Out, 0dBu, Boost OUT			0.015%

Gtr Input to Mix L/R Out, 0dBu, Boost IN			2% Second Harmonic


Headroom

Analogue Headroom from nominal (0Vu)			21dB

USB in & out headroom from nominal (0Vu)			14dB


Noise

Mic Pre EIN @ max gain 150R input Z 22-22kHz			-127dBu

Mix L/R out, L/R faders = 0, Levels min, 22-22kHz			-93dBu


USB Audio CODEC (Coder/Decoder)

USB Audio In/Out			USB 1.1 compliant 16bit.

Sample Rate			32, 44.1, or 48kHz

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