American Audio Q-D1 User Manual
3/07
Q-D1 PRO
Professional Preamp Mixer
User Instructions
American Audio
4295 Charter Street
Los Angeles Ca. 90058
www.AmericanAudio.us
Q-D1 PRO CONTENTS
MAIN FEATURES....................................................................................................................................2
WARRANTY REGISTRATION..................................................................................................................2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS........................................................................................................................3
ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.................................................................................................4
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................................................................5
UNPACKING...............................................................................................................................6
INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................................6
SET-UP PRECAUTIONS.........................................................................................................................6
QUICK START.........................................................................................................................................7
FUNCTIONS AND CONTROLS
FRONT PANEL............................................................................................................................8
REAR PANEL............................................................................................................................11
TYPICAL MIXER SET-UP .....................................................................................................................13
CLEANING......................................................................................................................15
CROSS FADER REPLACEMENT..........................................................................................................15
WARRANTY.........................................................................................................................................16
SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................................................................................17
Q-D1 PRO MAIN FEATURES
• Fader “Q” Start • Independent Gains Per Channel
• Q-Start Compatible (for use with compatible • Front Access Headphone Jack
(American Audio CD Players ) • Low Residue Resistance Crossfader
• Equipped with high quality Crossfader • 2 Band EQ per channel
(Replaceable) • 2 Phono, & 2 Line Level Inputs
• High output to headphones • Turntable Ground Prong
• Cue Mixing • Front Access 1/4” Mic Jack
• Extremely clean signal to noise ratio • Record Out
• USB Input
Q-D1 PRO WARRANTY REGISTRATION
The Q-D1 PRO carries a one year 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 prepaid 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.
Please Note: Specications and improvements in the design of this unit and this manual are subject
to change without any prior written or published notice.
For service parts visit http://parts.americandj.com
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Q-D1 PRO ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
UNIT TO RAIN, LIQUIDS, OR MOISTURE
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG
WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE,
OR OTHER TYPE OF ELECTRICAL OUTLET
UNLESS THE WIDE BLADES CAN BE
CAREFULLY INSERTED INTO A MATCHING
WIDE SLOT.
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.
POWER SUPPLY
• This unit requires an outboard AC 9v power
supply.
• Be sure to only use the included power
supply.
• This unit may be operated in different volt age areas with an adequate power supply
available from American Audio®.
POWER SUPPLY INLET
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.
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._____________________________
Purchase Notes:
Date of Purchase_______________________
Dealer Name__________________________
Dealer Address_________________________
_____________________________________
_____________________________________
Dealer Phone__________________________
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Q-D1 PRO ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELEC TRIC 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 UTI ON: TO RED UC E T HE RI SK OF ELE CT RI C
SHOCK, D O NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK).
T HE RE AR E N O U SE R SER VI CE A BL E P AR TS
INS IDE REF ER S ERVI CE T O YO UR A UTHO RIZ ED
AMERICAN A UDIO® SERVICE TE CHNICIAN.
The exclam ation point wit hin an equilate ral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operatin g and maintenance (servicin g) instru ctions in
the litera ture accompan ying the applia nce.
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 attachments no t
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 car t, s tand , tripod, b racket, o r ta ble
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with
the product. Any mounting of the product should
follow the manufacturer’s 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 venti lation and to ensure 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
manufacturer’s 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 produc t is equipped with a thre e-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, lo cation of antenna-discharge unit,
co nnect io n to groun di ng e lect rode 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.
OVERLOADING — Do no t overloa d wall outlets,
extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles
as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
Fig. A
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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Q-D1 PRO SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. For adult use only - Keep out of the reach
of children.
2. Water and Moisture - The player should not
be used near water - for example, near a bath
tub, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool, etc. Do not spill
water or other liquids in to or on to your mixer.
3. Ventilation - The Mixer should be situated so
that its location or position does not interfere
with its proper ventilation. For example, the
Mixer should not be situated on a bed, sofa,
rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or, placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may
impede the flow of air through the ventilation
openings.
4. Heat - The Mixer should be situated away
from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
8. Never plug this mixer in to a dimmer pack.
9. Do not let insecticides, benzene, or thinner
come in contact with the surface of the unit.
10. This unit is intended for indoor use only, use
of this product outdoors voids all warranties.
11. Always mount this unit in safe and stable
matter.
12. Disconnect from main power before making
any type of connection.
13. Cleaning - The mixer should be cleaned only
as recommended by the manufacturer. Use a
soft cloth to wipe down the outside of the unit.
For stubborn stains moisten a soft cloth with
glass cleaner or other mild detergent to wipe
away any stains. Use a soft cloth to wipe any
residual cleaner. Never use volatile cleaners
such as benzene, solvent, or thinner to clean
your unit, these cleaners will damage the units
surface.
5. Power Sources - The Mixer should be connected to a power supply (wall outlet) only of
the type described in the operating instructions
or as marked on the Mixer.
6. Servicing -The user should not attempt to
service the Mixer beyond that described in the
operating instructions. There are no user serviceable parts inside. All other servicing should
be referred to qualified service personnel. The
Player should be serviced by qualified service
personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has
been damaged.
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been
spilled into the Mixer.
C. The Mixer has been exposed to rain
or water.
D. The Mixer does not appear to operate
normally or exhibits a marked change
in performance.
7. Never disassemble or modify your unit in
any way, doing so will void your manufactures
warranty.
14. 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.
15. To avoid electric shock, do not open the top
cover when the unit is plugged in. If problems
occur with the unit, call American Audio® customer support.
16. Do not place metal objects or spill any liquids inside or on the mixer. Electric shock or
malfunction may occur.
17. 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 mixer. Route
your power cord out of the way of foot traffic.
18. Always have the front gain controls set to
their lowest level during initial power-up to prevent speaker damage.
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Q-D1 PRO UNPACKING
Every Q-D1 PRO 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 case 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.
Q-D1 PRO INTRODUCTION
Introduction:
Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the American Audio® Q-D1 PRO professional audio preamp/mixer. This mixer is a representation of American Audio’s continuing commitment to produce the
best and highest quality audio products possible at an affordable price. The Q-D1 PRO comes with a
one 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.
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 initial set up or operation. You may also visit us
on the web at www.AmericanAudio.us for any comments or suggestions. Service Hours are Monday
through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Pacic Standard Time.
Voice: (800) 322-6337
Fax: (323) 582-2941
E-mail: support@AmericanAudio.us
Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside this mixer. Do not attempt any repairs yourself,
doing so will void your manufactures warranty. In the unlikely event your mixer may require service,
please contact American Audio® customer support.
Do not discard the packing carton in the trash. Please recycle when ever possible.
Q-D1 PRO SET-UP PRECAUTIONS
Please make any connections before you plug the mixer 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 uctuation (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.
Operating Determinations:
• When installing this mixer, please make sure that the device is not exposed to extreme heat,
moisture or dust!
• There should not be any cables lying around. Doing so endangers you as well as others.
• Do not operate the mixer in extremely hot (more than 30° / 100°F) or extremely cold (less than
5°C/40°F) surroundings.
• Keep the unit out of direct sunlight and away from heaters.
• Operate the mixer only after becoming familiar with its functions. Do not permit operation by
persons not qualied for operating the mixer. Most damages are the result of unprofessional
operation!
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