PEAVEY RQ 200 User Manual

RQ 200

Six Channel Mini Console

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ENGLISH

RQª200 Compact Console

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The RQª200 is a compact mixer that can be used in sound reinforcement or recording
applications. Its external AC adapter/internal DC battery power option allows great portability. Low
noise design and an extensive feature list make the RQª200 the perfect mixing console for almost
any portable application, including remote audio to video recording/editing.

CHANNELS:

This console has two mono and four stereo input channels, with a total of 14 inputs available
at mixdown. Both mono inputs feature discrete transistor low noise mic preamps and line inputs with
insert jacks, two-band equalization, effects and monitor sends.

Channels 3 thru 5 add stereo line inputs to the features of Channels 1 and 2. The stereo
inputs utilize a separate level control which allow them to be used with the mic input of the same
channel simultaneously.

Channel 6 is set up to accommodate those stereo devices that are not typical to standard
sound reinforcement applications. Featuring a selection of stereo RCA and 3.5mm stereo jacks at
the line input, the RQª200 reduces the need for costly adapters that always seem to get left behind.

MASTER:

The Master section includes a left/right fader, headphone output (both 1/4" and 3.5mm), a
headphone output control and a 5-segment stereo level meter to observe output levels. In addition,
the RQª 200 includes master controls for the effects and the monitor sends. Phantom power is also
available via the switch located in the Master section.

OUTPUTS:

The RQ

ª

200 has four outputs: Left and Right Main, Monitor Send, and Effects Send. The
Left and Right outputs for the main signal can be accessed via one of three different pair of output
jacks. For convenience stereo 1/4" (TRS) balanced jacks, stereo RCA jacks, and a stereo 3.5mm
jack are provided to offer either balanced or unbalanced signal transfer.

This manual includes a detailed description of each feature and its function within the
RQª200. Following the description you will find application notes which better describe the typical
utilization of these features. Please read these sections carefully and take note of the warnings

throughout. Congratulations on your purchase of the RQª200 mixing console.....enjoy!

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CHANNEL FUNCTIONS:

The Following applies to Channels 1-6:

1. MIC INPUT: XLR balanced low impedance channel input

optimized for a microphone or other low impedance source.
Pin 2 is the positive input. Because of the wide range of gain
adjustment, signal levels up to +5 dBu (1.3 V RMS) can be
accommodated.

2. MIC GAIN: Varies the input gain to allow for a wide dynamic
range. It affects both the line and mic inputs on Channels 1 and

2. Channels 3-6 have separate gain controls for Line and Mic
inputs (see #1 and 10). Proper adjustment of the input gain
through use of the LED level meter will maximize the signal-to­noise ratio. Application note #9 on page 8 explains this simple
method in detail.

3. PAN: Sets the channelÕs position in the L/R fields. For stereo
channels (3, 4, 5 and 6), the Pan also acts as a balance control.
As one field is increased the other is decreased. For instance,
increasing the left signal (turning the knob counter-clockwise)
will result in a decrease of the right signal.

4. HI EQ: A shelving type of active tone control that varies the
treble frequency levels +/-15 dB at 10 kHz. It is designed to
remove noise or to add brilliance to the signal, depending on
the quality of the source.

5. LOW EQ: A shelving type of active tone control that varies
the bass frequency levels +/-15 dB at 70 Hz. It will add depth to
thin signals, or clean up muddy ones.

6. MON: Adjusts the level of the channel signal (pre-EQ) that is
added to the monitor mix. This is a mono mix of the left and
right signals in the stereo channels. The center detent is the
unity gain position.

7. EFX: Adjusts the level of the channel signal (post-EQ) that is
added to the effects bus. This is a mono mix of the left and right
signals.

8. FADER: Channel output level control. The level of the
channel can be adjusted from off to +10 dB of gain. The
optimum setting is the Ò0Ó (unity gain) position.

Channels 1-2 feature the following:

9. INSERT: 1/4" stereo (TRS) jack which allows an external

device to be inserted into the signal path before the tone equal­ization. The tip has the send signal; the ring is the return input.
A switch in the jack normally connects the send to the return
until a plug is inserted. By plugging in part way (first click), the
jack can be used as a preamp output without interrupting the
channel.

10. LINE INPUT: 1/4" balanced (TRS) high impedance input for
high level signals. The tip is the positive input, which should
also be used for unbalanced inputs. This input is connected
through a 20 dB pad to the MIC input (# 1). The two inputs can­not be used simultaneously.

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Channels 3-5 feature the following:

11. Left/Mono Input: High impedance input for line-level signals.The

left/mono input supplies signal to both the left and right inputs (if there is
nothing inserted in the right input jack). This input is controlled by the Line
Gain and Pan controls as well as the High/Low EQ and Fader controls.

12. Right Input: High impedance input for line-level signals. The Right Input
supplies signal to the the channelÕs right bus and is controlled by the Line
Gain and Pan controls as well as the High/Low EQ and Fader controls.

13. Line Gain: Varies the gain of the Line Input to allow for a wide dynamic
range. Adjusting this input gain properly will maximize the signal-to-noise ratio.
Remember that this control will not control a signal from the Mic Input.

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Channel 6 features the following:

14. RCA Stereo Inputs: The Left and Right Inputs (RCA) are identical to the

Left and Right Inputs found on Channels 3-5. The RCA inputs, however, do not
feature the mono switching function. Each jack (L and R) remains operative at
all times.

15. 3.5mm Stereo Inputs: These inputs are wired in parallel to the RCA Stereo
Inputs and share the exact functions.

OUTPUTS

16. Main Out: The Main Output of the RQª 200 offers three different types (RCA, 3.5mm, and 1/4")

of stereo audio output sources. This is intended to give you the flexibility for any application and to
eliminate the need for adapters. The 1/4" jacks are standard TRS connector which can be used in
either balanced or unbalanced applications.

SENDS

17. Monitor Send: This 1/4" mono jack provides an output for the Monitor bus. The level of the

signal is controlled by the Monitor Master control as well as the individual channel Monitor controls.

18. Effects Send: This 1/4" mono jack provides an output for the Effects bus. The level of the
signal is controlled by the Effects Master and the individual channel Effects controls.

HEADPHONE

19. 1/4" Stereo Headphone Output: This stereo jack (TRS) provides the signal to

drive stereo headphones. The level is set by the headphone level
control. Tip= Left, Ring= Right, Shield= Ground.

20. 3.5mm Stereo Headphone Output: 3.5mm stereo jack wired
in parallel to the 1/4" Stereo Headphone Output jack providing an
alternate headphone output for smaller type headphone sets.

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Plugging into the 1/4" headphone output disconnects the 3.5mm head­phone output. In applications where the RQª200 is used for computer­based recording, this jack makes an ideal input to powered speakers.
Application note #10 on page 8 describes this process in more detail.

MASTER SECTION

21. Master Left/Right Fader: Master L/R level control. Since the main sig-

nal comes from this mix, all main outputs (16) will be affected by its adjust­ment. The output levels are monitored by the left and right meters. The
optimum setting for this control is the Ò0Ó (unity gain) position.

22. Headphone Level: Adjusts the level of the headphone outputs.

23. Effects Master: Controls the level of the Effects signal found at the

Effects Send jack.

24. Monitor Master: Controls the overall level of the Monitor mix found at
the Monitor Send jack.

25. LED Meters: Two 5-segment LED arrays monitor the levels of the
main L/R outputs. The 0 dB reference level corresponds to +0 dBu at the
1/4" jacks. The Clip LED at the top of each array illuminates when the
signal is either clipping or is within 2 dB of clipping.

POWER

26. AC Input: The external 16.5 volt, 1 amp power supply should be

plugged in at this jack. Plug the small barrel connector of the supply
into the RQ

ª

200 and plug the power supply into a main AC power
receptacle which provides the proper line voltage as indicated on the power
supply casing.

27. Power: The mixerÕs main power switch. Pressing the switch in will
provide power to the RQª200. The Power LED indicator will light when the
unit is powered.

28. Power LED: Illuminates to indicate that the RQª200 is powered up.

29. Phantom Power: Applies 22 VDC voltage to the input XLR

connectors to power microphones that require it. If phantom power is used,
do not connect unbalanced dynamic microphones or other devices to the
XLR inputs that cannot handle this voltage. (Some wireless receivers
may be damaged; consult their manuals.) The line input jacks are not
connected to the 22 V supply, and are safe for all inputs (balanced or
unbalanced).

NOTE: When the RQª200 is being powered by battery,

the Phantom Power is 8 VDC. However, additional battery positions
are provided in the battery compartment so extra cells may be added to
provide 17 VDC. See Battery Compartment #30 for more information.

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30. Battery Compartment:

Located underneath the RQ 200 is the battery compartment. Removing the compartment door
reveals the two 9V battery positions as well as the optional phantom power battery position. Placing
a third 9V battery in the phantom position (see diagram below) will increase the phantom power
from 8 VDC to 17 VDC. See Phantom Power, #29, for more information. Always use 9V alkaline
batteries.

APPLICATION NOTES

1. Microphones and other low impedance sources should be connected to the XLR mic inputs;
high level line inputs, such as electronic musical instruments, should be connected to the line
inputs. Stereo line level sources (synth, tape, CD, camera audio, etc.) should be connected to
one of the stereo channels, or to two of the mono line inputs (one panned left, the other
panned right).

2. The house power amplifier inputs should be connected to the main Left and Right 1/4"
outputs using TRS to TRS (or TRS to XLR depending on amp inputs) for balanced
applications. If your power amp does not have balanced inputs, any of the Main Outputs
may be used.

3. Connect the monitor power amplifier input to the Monitor Output. If the Effects Output is not
being used, it can serve as a second Monitor Output (post-EQ).

4. If an effects device is used, connect its input to the Effects Output of the RQ

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200.
Remember to adjust the Effects Master to insure you are not clipping the input of the effects
device.

5. The effects device outputs are connected to one of the inputs on the RQª200. NOTE: It is
very important to turn the EFX knob to Ò0Ó on this input, channel in order to avoid a feed­back loop.

6. Three different types of output jacks are provided: 1/4" stereo TRS (bal/unbal), stereo RCA
(unbalanced), and 3.5mm (unbalanced). Though it is possible to use all three outputs
simultaneously, it is not recommended due to the loading effects it may cause. Incidentally,
these outputs offer variety in order to cover most applications where a portable mixer is
needed to record audio to video, DAT, etc. in addition to sound reinforcement.

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*Optional for +17V Phantom Power

USE 9V ALKALINE BATTERIES

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7. The RQª200 offers two options for power. If AC power is readily available, it is recommended
to use a 16 VAC external supply. However, the RQª200 is equally capable using batteries.
Use only alkaline in the RQª200.

8. As is common practice, turn down all gain controls that are not being used to lessen noise.
For instance, if you are using only the left and right inputs of a stereo channel (and not the
Mic Input), turn the Mic Gain down completely to eliminate any gain noise from the unused
Mic Input.

9. To adjust input levels properly, begin with setting the channelÕs fader to Ò0Ó. Place the Master
Fader to Ò0Ó as well. With no other activity from adjacent channels, adjust the proper gain
control for the particular input you are working with. On the stereo channels (3-6) you will
want to make sure you are adjusting the Mic Gain for the Mic Input and the Line Gain for the
Line Input. Use the LED Meters to set your level just below clipping when your audio reaches
its peak points. Follow this practice for each channel.

10. When using the RQª200 for audio recording/editing via computer, there are three connec­tions required for optimum benefit. First, connect the Main Output (3.5mm stereo jack) of the
RQª200 to the input of your sound card using the 3.5mm jack. Second, connect the output of
your sound card to the 3.5mm stereo input jack of Channel 6. Finally, connect the cable from
your powered speakers to the 3.5mm headphone output jack.

Using the 3.5mm headphone jack gives you an obscure function that is really convenient.
Just as a typical studio would offer the option of headphone or reference speaker monitoring,
you now have that same choice. While listening to your audio activity via your powered
speakers, you have the option at any time to plug a set of headphones into the other head­phone jack. This jack, unlike the 3.5 mm, is a 1/4" stereo switching jack. By plugging into the
1/4" jack, you automatically disconnect the powered speakers and you can now listen to your
audio through headphones. ItÕs a great feature that youÕre sure to find very convenient.
Of course, both headphone output levels are controlled by the Headphone Master control at
the bottom, right-hand corner of the RQ

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200.

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RQª200 Mini Console

Specifications:
RQª200 Input Specifications:

Input Input Input Input Levels, dBu* Bal./ Connector

Imped. gain-pot Min.** Nominal Max.*** Unbal.
(Ohms) setting,
Min. dB

Microphone 2 k Max. Gain -72 -52 -34 Bal. XLR Pin:
Chan. 1-6 +52 dB -37 (bat.) Pin 1 (Ground)

Pin 2 (+)

Min. Gain -30 -10 +8 Pin 3 (-)

+10 dB +5 (bat.)

Line Input 20 k Max. Gain -52 -32 -14 Bal. 1/4" TRS:
Chan. 1 and 2 +32 dB -17 (bat.) Tip (+),

Ring (-)

Min Gain -10 +10 +30 Sleeve (Ground)

-10 dB

Stereo 8 k Max. Gain -36 -16 +2 Unbal. 1/4" TRS:
Line Input +16 dB -1 (bat.) Tip (+)
Chan. 3-5 Sleeve (Ground)

Nom. Gain -20 0 +18

0 dB +15 (bat.)

Stereo 8 k Max. Gain -36 -16 +2 RCA TS/
Line Input +16 dB -1 (bat.) Unbal. 3.5mm TRS:
Chan. 6 Tip (Left)

Nom. Gain -20 0 +18 Ring (Right)

0 dB +15 (bat.) Sleeve (Ground)

* 0 dBu = 0.775V (RMS)
** Minimum input level (Sensitivity) is the smallest signal that will produce nominal output with controls set for

maximum gain.

*** Maximum input signal that will cause clipping with controls set at nominal gain position

* 0 dBu = 0.775V (RMS)

(Bat.): Under battery power

Output Min. Load Output Level dBu* Bal./ Connector

Impedance Nom. Max. Unbal.
(Ohms)

0 +18 Unbal. 1/4" TRS:

Master L/R 600 +15 (bat.) Bal. TIP (Left)

Ring (Right)

+6 +24 Bal. Sleeve (Ground)

+21 (bat.)

600 0 +18 1/4" TS:

Monitor Send +15 (bat.) Unbal. Tip (+)

Sleeve (Ground)

600 0 +18 1/4" TS:

Effects Send -15 (bat.) Unbal. Tip (+)

Sleeve (Ground)

RQª200 Output Specifications:

Gain:

Mic Input to Channel Insert Send:
Mic Input to Main Left/Right:
Mic Input to Monitor, Effects Send:
Line Input 1 and 2 to Main Left/Right:
Line Input 3 to 6 to Main Left/Right:

Variable +10 dB to +52 dB

72 dB
75 dB
52 dB
36 dB

Frequency Response:

Mic Input to Left Ñ Right Outputs:
Mic Input to Monitor Ñ Effects Outputs:

10 Hz to 30 kHz (+0, -1 dB)
10 Hz to 25 kHz (+0, -1 dB)

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD):

<0.01% Ñ 1 kHz, Mic Input to Left/Right outs @ nominal level (22 Hz to 22 kHz BW)

Hum and Noise:

EIN -128 dBu (Terminated 150 Ohms)

RQª200 SPECIFICATIONS:

Output S/N Ratio, dB Test Conditions

Ref. Nom. Out Level = 0 dBu

-97 All faders down

-82 Master fader nom./chan. fader/send down

Master L/R -80 All fader nom.: Min. gain

-62 All fader nom.: Max. gain

-102 Master down
Monitor and -80 Master nom./chan. down
Effects -76 Master/channel nom.: Min. gain

-58 Master/channel nom.: Max. gain

(Hum and Noise - with filter: 22 Hz ~ 22 kHz)

COMMON MODE REJECTION RATIO (C.M.R.R.):

Mic Input:

60 dB typical @ 1 kHz

Meters:

Five-segment peak-level meters (0 dB reading
corresponds to nominal output level: 0 dBu on the
unbalanced outputs, +6 dBu on the balanced outputs)

Phantom Power:

22 V typical with AC power
8 V with two - 9V batteries
17 V with 3

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phantom power battery

Dimensions (H x W x D):

3" x 13.875: x 10"
(7.6 cm x 35.2 cm x 25.4 cm)

POWER REQUIREMENTS:

AC Operation:

16.5 VAC, 1 amp 250 ma 4 watts
Provided from one of the following 16.5 VAC, 1 amp
power transformers:

100 VAC Primary - Peavey 70901112
120 VAC Primary - Peavey 70900660
230 VAC Primary - Peavey 70900862

Battery Operation:

¥ Two 9V Alkaline batteries for basic mixer operation with

8V Phantom power

¥ Three 9V Alkaline batteries for basic mixer operation

with 17V Phantom power

Weight:

5.5 pounds (2.5 kg)

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