INTRODUCTION
Contents
Introduction.........................................................................................................p.2
Electrical Safety Precautions..................................................................................p.3
Safety Precautions..................................................................................................p.4
Quick Start...............................................................................................................p.5
Functions (Front Panel)...........................................................................................p.7
Inputs & Outputs (Rear Panel)................................................................................p.11
Set-Up....................................................................................................................p.14
Replacing the Crossfader.......................................................................................p.17
Operating Determinations......................................................................................p.17
Technical Specifications.......................................................................................p.18
Warranty............................................................................................................p.19
Important Precautions
1. Be sure to save the packing carton in case
you ever have to return the unit for service.
2. Read all documentation before attempting to
operate your new mixer. Please save all your
documentation for future reference.
3. Do not spill water or other liquids in to or
on to your mixer.
4. Be sure that the local power outlet matches
that of the required voltage for your mixer.
5. Do not attempt to operate this unit if the
power cord has been frayed or broken.
Please route your power cord out of the way
of foot trafc.
6. Always have the front gain controls set to
their lowest level during initial power-up to
prevent speaker damage.
7. Disconnect from main power before making
any type of connection.
8. Do not remove the top cover under any
conditions. There are no user serviceable
parts inside.
9. Disconnect the unit’s main power when left
unused for long periods of time.
Introduction
Introduction:
Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the
American Audio® Q-2422/SX™ mixer. This mixer is a
representation of American Audio’s continuing commitment to producing the best and highest quality
products at an affordable price. This mixer includes
several innovative features that pack a big punch!
The Q-2422/SX™ comes with a 2 year limited warranty!
Please read and understand this manual completely
before attempting to operate your new mixer. This
booklet contains important information concerning
the proper and safe operation of your new mixer.
Set-Up Precautions:
Please make any connections before you plug the
unit in. Be sure the Power switch is in the OFF position before connecting other devices to the mixer. All
fader and volume controls should be set to 0 or minimum position, before the device is switched on. If
the device has been exposed to drastic temperature
fluctuation (e.g. after transportation), do not switch
on the mixer immediately. The arising condensation
of water might damage your device. Leave the device
switched off until it has reached room temperature.
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ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
CA UT ION: T O RE DU CE T HE RIS K OF EL ECT RI C
SHOCK, D O NOT REMOV E THE COVER (OR BACK).
T H ERE ARE NO USER SE RV IC EA B L E P A R T S
INS IDE RE FER SE RVI CE T O Y OUR AUT HORIZED
AMERICAN A UDIO® SERVICE TECHNICIAN.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the product is
operated.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS — The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
HEED WARNINGS — All warnings on the product and
in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS — All operating and use
instructions should be followed.
CLEANING — The product should be cleaned only with
a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never clean with
furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or other volatile
liquids since they may corrode the cabinet.
ATTACH MENTS — Do not use atta chments not
recommended by the product manufacturer as they
may cause hazards.
WATER AND MOISTURE — Do not use this product
near water — for example, near a bathtub, wash
bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement;
or near a swimming pool; and the like.
ACCESSORIES — Do not place this product on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The
product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or
adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only
wit h a ca rt, st and , tr ipo d, bra cke t, o r t able
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with
the product. Any mounting of the product should
follow the manufacturerʼs instructions, and should
use a mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer.
CART — A product and cart combination should be
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart
combination to overturn.
VENTILATION — Slots and openings in the cabinet are
provided for ventilation and to ensu re reliable
operation of the product and to protect it from
overheating, and these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should never be
blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug,
or other similar surface. This product should not be
placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or
rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturerʼs instructions have been adhered to.
POWER SOURCES — This product should be operated
only from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of
power supply to your home, consult your product
dealer or local power company.
LOCATION – The appliance should be installed in a
stable location.
NONUSE PERIODS – The power cord of the appliance
should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION
• If this product is equipped with a polarized alternating
current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than
the other), it will fit into the outlet only one way. This
is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug
should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized plug.
• If thi s produ ct is equip ped wit h a thr ee-wire
grounding type plug, a plug having a third (grounding)
pin, it will only fit into a grounding type power outlet.
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the
plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the grounding type plug.
POWER-CORD PROTECTION - Power-supply cords
should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to cords at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the product.
OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING — If an outside
antenna or cable system is connected to the product,
be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so
as to provide some protection against voltage surges
and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information
with regard to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
co nn ec ti on to gr ou nd in g ele ct ro de s, an d
requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure
A.
LIGHTNING — For added protection for this product
during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended
and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from
the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system. This will prevent damage to the product
due to lightning and power-line surges.
POWER LINES — An outside antenna system should
not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines
or other electric light or power circuits, or where it
can fall into such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outside antenna system, extreme care
should be taken to keep from touching such power
lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
OVERLO ADING — Do not overload wall outlet s,
extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles
as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
Fig. A
The exclam ation point w ithin an equi lateral tri angle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operatin g and maintenance (servicing) instruc tions i n
the litera ture accomp anying the ap pliance.
OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY - Never push objects of
any kind into this product through openings as they
may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out
parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
SERVICING — Do not attempt to service this product
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - Unplug this product
from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
• When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
• If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into
the product.
• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
• If the product does not operate normally by following
the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operating instructions as an
improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the product to its
normal operation.
• If the product has been dropped or damaged in any
way.
• When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance — this indicates a need for service.
REPLACEMENT PARTS -- W hen replacement parts
are required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or
have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock, or other hazards.
SAFETY CHECK - Upon completion of any service or
repairs to this product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the product
is in proper operating condition.
WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING — The product should
not be mounted to a wall or ceiling.
HEAT — The product should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other products (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
GROUND
CLAMP
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION:
1. Handle the power supply cord carefully. Do
not damage or deform; it may cause electric
shock or malfunction when used. Hold plug
attachment when removing from wall outlet.
Do not pull on the cord.
2. To avoid electric shock, do not open the top
cover when the unit is plugged in. If problems
occur with the unit, call your local American
Audio® dealer.
3. Do not place metal objects or spill liquid
inside the mixer. Electric shock or malfunction
may occur.
The serial and model number for this unit is
located on the rear panel. Please write down
the numbers here and retain for future reference.
Model No._____________________________
Serial No._____________________________
NOTE: This product satisfies FCC regulations
when shielded cables and connectors are
used to connect the unit to other equipment.
To prevent electromagnetic interference with
electrical appliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for
connections.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH
AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE, OR
OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN
BE CAREFULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT
BLADE EXPOSURE
ATTENTION: POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS
ELECTRIQUES NE PAS UTILISER CETTE
FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU
UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF
SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A
FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A
DECOUVERT.
LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION
• The desired voltage may be set with the
VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch on the rear
panel (using a flat head screw driver).
• Do not force the VOLTAGE SELECTOR
switch as this may cause damage
• If the VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch does
not move smoothly, please contact a quali fied service technician.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO
WATER OR MOISTURE
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Voltage Selector Switch
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Customer Support: American Audio® provides a toll free customer support line, to provide set up help and
to answer any question should you encounter problems during your set up or initial operation. You may also visit
us on the web at www.AmericanAudio.us for any comments or suggestions. For service related issue please
contact American Audio®. Service Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacic Standard
Time.
Voice: (800) 322-6337
Fax: (323) 582-2610
E-mail: support@AmericanAudio.us
Warning! To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or re, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not attempt any repairs yourself, doing so will
void your manufactures warranty. In the unlikely event your unit may require service please contact customer
support. Please do not return to your dealer without rst contacting customer support.
QUICK START
American Audio would like to thank you for your purchase of this great product. For those of you that
are to impatient to read the entire user manual we have compiled these quick start instructions. We
hope that you will at least read through these instructions to familiarize yourself with the basic understanding of the unit. The Q-2422/SX is part of American DJ’s continuing evolution in audio technology. This unit has been built and designed with the typical DJ in mind, by DJ’s. We have attempted to
provide you with the most reliable product on the market by only using components made from quality
products.
MASTER LEVEL - Use this level control to set your volume output. Try never to send an output of
more than +4dB to your system. A signal at levels higher than this will start to distort and may cause
damage to your system and speakers. Remember that a distorted signal from your mixer will only be
multiplied throughout your system.
CHANNEL TRIM LEVEL - The channel trim levels are not to be used as volume controls, never use
the channel trim to set the output volume. These controls are used to aid in distortion control. Use
this control to preset your signal level before the crossfader. With your channel fades in the maximum
position, use the channel trim level to set an average output level of about +4dB on you master level
meter.
HEADPHONES - To avoid sever hearing damage always be sure the headphone level is set to minimum before plugging them in. Never put the headphones on without making sure the headphone level
is turned down.
MAIN MIC - The main mic connector uses a Nuetrik combo plug which allows you to connect either
a 1/4” unbalanced jack or by a standard 3-pin XLR balanced connector. The main mic also has an
independent volume control with separate high and low level adjustments. If feedback occurs when
using the mic, try lowering the “low” frequency level, this may reduce feedback. Always leave the mic
level to it’s minimum level when not in use.
PHONO/AUX/LINE SWITCH (5) - This switch is used to change the selected input from phono to line
and vice versa. Channels 1 and 2 may be switched PHONO/AUX or LINE. Channel 3 may be switched
LINE 3 or LINE 4. The selectors for AUX1/PHONO1 and AUX2/PHONO2 are on the rear panel (36).
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FEATURES
Main Features:
• Equipped with high quality Crossfader
(Replaceable)
• Optical Detecting Fader for Q-Start Control
• High Power Headphone Output
• Selectable Voltage 115v~230v
• 3 Channel Mixer
• 2 Phono, 4 Line, 2 Auxiliary Inputs
• 2 Microphone Input - (1) XLR/ 1/4" combo
plug, (1) 1/4" Input Jacks
• Volume Control for each Mic
• Master Balance Control
• 12v BNC Light Connector for Gooseneck
Light
• Fader "Q" Start
• On/Off Switch Controls Fader "Q" Start
Function (for use with the American Audio
CD Players with Fader "Q" Start)
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
• -30dB Rotary Kills for Treble, Bass & Mids
on all three channels
• Individual Channel Gain Control
• Convenient "L" Shape Design
• Soft-touch rubber knobs for better control
• Extremely clean signal to noise ratio
• Light Control Signal Output Jack
• Talkover switch- Reduces channel output
gain by 15dB +/- 2 dB
• Independent Zone Level Output
• Stereo LED Level Indicator
• Split Cue Monitoring
• Cue Mixing
• Balanced XLR Master Output
• 4 Signal Output Options - Master (RCA and
Balanced XLR), Zone (RCA) and REC (RCA)
Specifications subject to change without notice.
The Q-2422/SX™ carries a two year (730 days) limited warranty. Please fill out the enclosed warranty card to validate your purchase. All returned service items whether under warranty or not, must
be freight pre-paid and accompany a return authorization (R.A.) number. The R.A. number must be
clearly written on the outside of the return package. A brief description of the problem as well as the
R.A. number must also be written down on a piece of paper and included in the shipping container.
If the unit is under warranty, you must provide a copy of your proof of purchase invoice. You may
obtain a R.A. number by contacting customer support at (800) 322-6337.
UNPACKING
Every Q-2422/SX™ has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect operating condition.
Carefully check the shipping carton for damage that may have occurred during shipping. If the carton
appears to be damaged, carefully inspect your mixer for any damage and be sure all equipment necessary to operate the mixer has arrived intact. In the event damage has been found or parts are missing,
please contact our toll free customer support number for further instructions. Please do not return the
mixer to your dealer without rst contacting customer support.
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