Ashly GQX-1502, GQX-3102, GQX-3101 User Manual

GQX Series
Model 3102 Stereo Third Octave Graphic Equalizer
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GQX-3102 GQX-3101 GQX-1502
Graphic Equalizer
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GQX Series
Model 3101 Third Octave Graphic Equalizer
GQX Series
Model 150 2 Stereo 15 Band Graphic Equalizer
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Operating Manual - GQX 3102, GQX 3101, and GQX 1502 Graphic Equalizer
Table Of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2 UNPACKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
3 AUDIO CONNECTORS AND CABLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3.1 Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3.2 Servo-Balanced Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3.2 Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
4 AC POWER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
5 CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
5.1 Gain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
5.2 High-Pass Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
5.3 Equalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
5.4 EQ Bypass Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
5.5 Range Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
5.6 Level Meters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
6 TYPICAL APPLICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
6.1 General Tone Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
6.2 Feedback Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
6.3 Console Channel Equalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
6.4 Large Room Equalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
7 DESIGN THEORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
8 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
9 DIMENSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
10 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
11 WARRANTY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
12 SCHEMATICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
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1. INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of an Ashly GQX series graphic equalizer. The GQX series equalizers are a second generation design including many refinements on our original GQ models. Lower noise and distortion, greater accuracy , and additional output options are the result. We continue using “Q” enhanced Wein bridge filters and interleaved summing for constant “Q”, low ripple, and minimum filter interaction. A servo-balanced output stage simulates a true transformer output to allow interfacing with virtually any type of load.
2. UNPACKING
As a part of our system of quality control, every Ashly product is carefully inspected before leaving the factory to ensure flawless appearance. After unpacking, please inspect for any physical damage. Save the shipping carton and all packing materials , as they were carefully designed to reduce to minimum the possibility of transportation damage should the unit again require packing and ship­ping. In the event that damage has occurred, immediately notify your dealer so that a written claim to cover the damages can be initiated.
The right to any claim against a public carrier can be forfeited if the carrier is not notified promptly and if the shipping carton and packing materials are not available for inspection by the car­rier. Save all packing materials until the claim has been settled.
- WARNING -
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED
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Input is active balanced. Output is active servo-balanced. If unbalanced connection is used be sure to ground unused path. Maximum in/out level is +22dBu.
PUSH
Inputs
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3. AUDIO CONNECTORS AND CABLES
Your GQX series equalizer is provided with three different connector types. 1/4 inch stereo phone jacks, three pin XLR type connectors, and a terminal strip will allow interfacing to most professional audio products. Inputs as well as servo-balanced outputs can be used bal­anced or unbalanced. When possible, we recommend bal­anced connections between all components in your system, as this eliminates ground-loop induced hum and noise.
3.1 Inputs
If inputs are used unbalanced, the signal should be on the (+) connection and the (-) connection must be tied to ground. A mono phone plug used as an unbalanced connection will automatically ground the ring of the jack which is the (-) connection. When using a stereo plug,
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XLR connector, or terminal strip for an unbalanced sig­nal, the (-) input connection MUST be tied to ground, or loss of signal level may result.
3.2 Servo-Balanced Output
The Ashly servo-balanced output circuit is an active balanced output. This circuit maintains a constant output level (or difference voltage) between the (+) and (-) output terminals, regardless of either terminal being connected to ground as in an unbalanced output connec­tion.
This servo-balanced output has an advantage over conventional active balanced outputs in that the signal level is unchanged when either the (+) or the (-) output terminals are connected to ground. A conventional ac­tive balanced output would suffer a signal loss of 1/2 the output voltage (or -6dB) if one of the output terminals were grounded in an unbalanced connection.
Pins are numbered in the connector insert.
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Tip (+) Sleeve (Ground)
Mono Phone Plug used for unbalanced
2 = (+) 3 = (gnd) 1 = (gnd)
Input Output
(gnd) (+) (+)
Chassis Ground Signal Ground
(gnd)
Unbalanced Audio Connectors
Terminal S trip
XLR Male
Tip (+) Ring (-)
Slee ve (Ground )
Pins are numbered in the connector insert.
2 = (+) 3 = (-) 1 = (gnd)
Input Output
(-) (+) (-) (+)
Chassis Ground Signal Ground
Balanced Audio Connectors
Stereo Phone Plug used for balanced
Terminal Strip
XLR Male
Operating Manual - GQX 3102, GQX 3101, and GQX 1502 Graphic Equalizer
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Furthermore, if common-mode voltage (such as 60Hz noise voltage) gets induced on the output signal lines, the resulting 60Hz noise current into the servo-bal­anced circuit would be insignificant because the common­mode output impedance is high. A conventional active balanced output would cause significant noise current resulting in more noise.
Essentially, the servo-balanced output circuit behaves like a transformer balanced output because it maintains a constant level into balanced and unbalanced lines with a low differential impedance and a high com­mon-mode impedance. The servo-balanced output also does not suffer from problems associated with output transformers such as low-frequency distortion, suscepti­bility to magnetic fields and poor frequency response.
3.3 Grounding
The terminal strip has two ground connections, one for input ground and one for chassis ground. The equalizer is shipped with a jumper strap connecting these two grounds. Normally, this strap should be left in place so the chassis and input grounds are connected. In a rack­mount installation where the equalizer is connected to other equipment with unbalanced inputs or outputs and the rack itself provides a good electrical connection between the
equalizer chassis and the other equipment, it may be de­sirable to remove this strap to isolate the input ground from chassis ground and avoid a ground loop.
Unless you have such an installation and have a hum problem you can’t solve by other means (ie: using balanced input and output connections), leave the ground jumper strap in place.
4. AC POWER
Your GQX equalizer should be connected to a standard 3-wire grounded electrical outlet supplying 120 Volts, 50-60 Hz (some export models are wired for 240 Volts, and are labeled as such). To reduce the risk of ground loop hum, connect all audio equipment to the same electrical power source. Removal of the gr ound pin is both
unlawful and dangerous, as a potential shock hazar d could result.
This unit will perform normally within an AC voltage range of 93 to 130 volts. Voltages less than this, as found in “brown-out” conditions, will reduce headroom and decrease power supply regulation. While this may affect performance, the equalizer will continue to func­tion during a brown-out. In the event of a blown fuse, replace only with same type fuse. No user serviceable parts are inside the chassis. Overall power consumption is less than 25 watts.
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GQX Series
Model 3101 Third Octave Graphic Equalizer
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5. CONTROLS
5.1 Gain
The gain control adjusts the overall gain of the equalizer when the EQ switch is “in”. It is generally used to compensate for level changes due to the equalization process, but can also allow the equalizer to adjust overall system level and gain structure. Overall gain with this control is from +6dB to -∞.
5.2 High-Pass Filter
The high-pass filter can be used to supplement the frequency response achieved by the bandpass filters. It’s function is to “roll off” the response below a given frequency to eliminate subsonic interference like wind noise, floor rumble, and microphone “pops”. The rolloff frequency is adjustable between 14Hz and 280Hz on the 31-band models, and is fixed at 40Hz on the 15-band model.
5.3 Equalization
The individual equalization faders adjust the gain or loss at each filter frequency. There are 31 of these fad­ers per channel on the GQX-3101 and GQX-3102 third octave models, and 15 faders per channel on the GQX­1502 two-thirds octave model. By adjusting a combina­tion of faders, an overall frequency response can be developed and the physical position of the faders will give an approximate visual indication of this response.
5.4 EQ Bypass Switch
This switches the Graphic Equalization and gain adjustments. This way, the effect of any equalization can be compared to a “flat” response. This switch does not defeat the High-pass filter.
5.5 Range Switch
This switch selects the operating range of the in­dividual equalization faders between 15dB and 6dB on the two 31 band models. The 15dB settings should be used when this much equalization is needed. The 6dB setting allows finer resolution on the fader settings.
5.6 Level Meters
On the GQX-3101 and GQX-3102 31 band mod­els, a 10-segment, two color LED level meter indicates the output level of the equalizer. A Clip indicator LED on all models illuminates when any point in the equalizer sig­nal path reaches a level within 3dB of clipping.
6. TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
6.1 General Tone Control
The graphic equalizer is a very useful device for general tone shaping because it is intuitive and easy to adjust. The visual reference provided by the slider posi­tion gives an approximate idea of the frequency response generated, with the lower frequencies on the left and higher frequencies on the right. To use the power of an equalizer effectively, you need to translate your idea of the tone you want to produce into a range of numerical frequencies. This is simple after a little practise. Here are a few refer­ences which are useful for starting points:
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5K 8K 10K 12.5K 16K 20K6.3K
+15(+6)
+10
+5
0
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-10
-15(-6)
+6 +4
+2
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-3
-9
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Gain
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Very low bass (the “wind” in a kick drum, al­most felt as much as heard -40Hz-80Hz.
The low register of a male voice - 200Hz
The low register of a female voice - 350Hz
Lower midrange (“warmth” frequencies) - 400Hz­1KHz
Upper midrange (“harshness”, snare drum “bite”, “hot” sound) -2.5KHz-4KHz.
Sibilance (“sss” sounds, cymbal “sizzle”) - 8KHz­15KHz.
+6 +3
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HPF
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this process to avoid explosive feedback and possible sys-
tem and hearing damage! If you find feedback points
with many equalizer bands, remember that cutting every
band may not help (all you will do is reduce system gain).
The combination of a graphic equalizer for tone control
and a parametric equalizer (such as the Ashly PQX-571
or PQX-572) for feedback control is highly recommended.
6.3 Console Channel Equalization
Many mixing consoles provide only simple equal­ization for individual channels. If your console has chan­nel inserts, you can patch your graphic equalizer into a channel that’s being used for something important (like your lead singer) and use it to tailor the sound of this chan­nel exactly the way you want.
Try using these starting points as a guide when you want more or less of these types of sounds. Adjust by ear from there. It is always a good idea to remember that a little equalization usually works out much better than a lot, and that there are many audio problems which can not be solved with equalization alone.
6.2 Feedback Control
A graphic equalizer can be used to provide some control over moderate feedback problems, but does not have enough flexibility or resolution to handle severe situ­ations. You will achieve the best results when you can eliminate one or two feedback points by setting one or two sliders for no more than a 6dB cut. Often you can find a feedback point by boosting sliders in succession to determine which frequency ranges contain the feedback modes, and then cutting those ranges. Be very careful in
6.4 Large Room Equalization
Large rooms tend to suffer from multiple reflec­tions with long time delays, long reverberation times, and “ring-modes”, all of which lead to reduced intelligibility and a generally “muddy” sound. As sound travels long dis­tances through the air, high frequencies are attenuated more than low frequencies. In general, large rooms benefit from some low frequency roll-off, high frequency boost, and attenuation of ring mode frequencies. As in the case of feedback control, a graphic equalizer can help reduce an isolated ring-mode or two, but a tunable narrow-band equalizer such as a parametric is more effective here.
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7. DESIGN THEORY
While most graphic equalizers look very much the same, there are several important differences in the cir­cuitry used to implement various designs.
Perhaps the major differences are in the filters. Some equalizers use a filter made of a capacitor, an in­ductor, and a resistor, or “RLC” filter. The advantage here is simplicity, but the real disadvantage is the induc­tor itself. An inductor is a coil of wire with a core of some sort. Inductors are susceptible to hum fields and they are large and expensive.
Other equalizers use the same basic approach, but replace the inductor with a “simulated inductor”, which is actually a circuit comprised of an amplifier, a capaci­tor, and a couple of resistors. This adds parts but is less expensive than a real inductor. The problem with this approach is that simulation is less than ideal; it produces an inductor with high resistive loss resulting in poor curve shape when used in a filter.
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Another problem with all these “RLC” designs is that large capacitors must be used for the lower frequency filters, limiting the choice to large, expensive non-polar types or electrolytic capacitors with poor audio perfor­mance. Also, when this filter type is combined with a potentiometer to adjust the equalization, the resistance of this pot affects the “Q” of the filter so that a little equal­ization produces a much broader curve than a lot of equal­ization.
The other filter approach is a true bandpass filter . This can be made with no inductors and more practical sized capacitors; the “Q” is easily set and remains con­stant, and the parts count is reasonable. there are several types of bandpass filters suitable for this job. Ashly uses a “Q” enhanced Wein-bridge filter. Because it is a “sym­metrical” design using matched tuning components, the “Q” is easily set and is very stable.
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Figure 7.2: Simulated Inductor Filter Design
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Figure 7.3: Wein-Bridge Filter Design
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In designing a graphic equalizer, a selection of filter sharpness must be made. More sharpness (higher Q) produces less filter overlap and tighter control over an individual band, but also causes “ripple” in the frequency response when many filters are boost or cut together to produce a flat response. We feel that the graphic equalizer’s primary use is for “voicing” and tone control, and have set our filter sharpness to produce a maximum of 1dB ripple.
+20
+10
dB 0
-10
The summing system in a graphic equalizer is also important. Since there are a number of filters which combine to produce the overall response, it is important that the filters not interact (they WILL overlap, but the response of one filter should not modify the response of another). Ashly uses an “interleaved” summing system where every other filter uses the same summing ampli­fier so that adjacent filters never share the same drive and feedback signals. This allows the filters to maintain their natural response.
-20
10 100 1K 10K 100K
Hz
Frequency (Hz)
On most graphic equalizers, frequency response ripple is produced by
overly sharp filters. (15-band equalizer, all bands boosted 15dB)
+20
+10
dB 0
-10
-20
10 100 1K 10K 100K
Hz
Frequency (Hz)
Ashly's GQX graphic equalizers use slightly
broader filters producing less ripple.
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8. TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
8.1 No Audio Output
Check AC power - is the pilot light on? Check in/out connections - are they reversed? Are you sure you have an input signal?
8.2 EQ Controls Do Nothing
Is the master EQ switch in? The lowest and highest frequency sliders may be beyond the range of the program material or speakers and may produce little or no audible ef­fect.
8.3 Peak Light Flashes or Stays On All the Time
If the peak light flashes, the signal level to the equalizer is too high. Turn down the gain. If it is on all the time, disconnect the input and output cables. If it is still on, the unit must be returned for service.
8.4 Distorted Sound
This will only be caused by too much signal which will show on the Clip LED. If the LED is not flashing, there is an overload somewhere else in the signal path. Adjust the relative gain of each component in your chain to keep everything at a comfortable level.
8.5 Excessive Hum or Noise
Hum will usually be caused by a ground loop be­tween components. Try using the suggested bal­anced input and output hook-ups if the other pieces of equipment used in conjunction with your equalizer have balanced inputs and outputs.
Noise (excessive hiss) can be caused by insuffi­cient drive signal. Make sure you are sending a nominal 0 dBu line level signal to the equalizer. Most noise problems occur because gain is ap­plied to audio signals too late in the chain. For best performance, apply gain to individual source signals as early as possible, like at the mixer in­put section. As gain increases, it also boosts the noise content of that signal. Any cumulative noise built up in a mixed signal will only be increased by using an equalizer as a gain device, so make every attempt to operate the equalizer with as little gain as possible.
Note: Unshielded cables, improperly wired con­nections, and cable with broken strands (shorts, etc.) are the most common problems. Make sure you use good quality cable with connectors sol­dered firmly on the correct pin. When in doubt, get in touch with your Ashly dealer, or call the Ashly service department at 800-828-6308.
9. DIMENSIONS
3.50
3.00
5.25
2.25
19.00
18.375
7.60
6.70
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10. SPECIFICATIONS
Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GQX1502 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GQX3101/3102
Input
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Active Balanced . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Active Balanced
Impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20KΩ. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20KΩ
Max. Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . +23dBu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . +23dBu
Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/4" Phone Jack, XLR & Barrier Strip
Output
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Servo-Balanced . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Servo-Balanced
Source Impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200Ω . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200Ω
Min. Load Impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 600Ω . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 600Ω
Max Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . +23dBu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . +23dBu
Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/4" Phone Jack, XLR & Barrier Strip
Overall
Frequency Response. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ±.25dB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ±.25dB
Total Harmonic Distortion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IM Distortion (SMPTE). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Output Hum and Noise (unweighted) . . . . . . . . . . -96dBu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . <-92dBu
Channel Separation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . >85dB @ 1KHz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . >95dB @ 1KHz
Gain Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - to +6dB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - to +6dB
(EQ in, all faders flat, 20Hz-20KHz unless otherwise noted)
<.01%@+20dBu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . <.01%@+20dBu
<.01%@+20dBu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . <.01%@+20dBu
Filters
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Constant Q/Wein Bridge
Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2×15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1×31 / 2×31
Bandwidth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2/3 octave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/3 octave
Tolerance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ±3% . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ±3%
Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ±15dB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ±6 or ±15 dB
Subsonic Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18dB/octave @40Hz . . . . . . . . . .
Power Requirements
Nominal Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120VAC, 50-60Hz (240VAC available)
Minimal Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93VAC
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24W . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24W
Shipping Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10lbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10lbs/15lbs
Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19"Lx3.5"(5.25")"Hx6"D
12dB/oct.14-280Hz
11.WARRANTY INFORMATION
Thank you for your expression of confidence in Ashly products. The unit you have just purchased is protected by a five-year warranty. To establish the warranty, be sure to fill out and mail the warranty card attached to your product. Fill out the information below for your records.
Model Number___________________________________________ Serial Number ___________________________ Dealer __________________________________________________ Date of Purchase _________________________ Dealer’s Address ___________________________________________________________________________________ Dealer’s Phone___________________________________________ Salesperson ______________________________
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12. SCHEMATICS
Figure 12.2: GQX 1502 Block Diagram
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Figure 12.2: GQX 1502 Schematic Diagram
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Figure 12.1: GQX 3102, GQX 3101 Block Diagram
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Figure 12.1: GQX 3102, GQX 3101 Schematic Diagram
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ASHLY AUDIO INC. 847 Holt Road Webster, NY 14580-9103
Phone: (716) 872-0010 Fax: (716) 872-0739
Toll Free (800) 828-6308 Internet: http://www.ashly.com/
1997 by Ashly Audio Corporation. All rights reserved worldwide.
Printed in USA 1/97 GQX Rev 2
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