Allen&Heath Xone 32 - Manual (Page 12)

12 XONE:32 User Guide
Operating Instructions
The QUICK START page near the beginning of this user guide gives you a quick introduction to using the
XONE:32 if you want to get going right away. You can achieve much simply by experimenting and trying out
different combinations of settings. The notes here provide further information to get the most out of your
console. It is not intended as a guide to how to mix or structure your performance. That is your art…
Overview of the Application
This diagram shows an example hook-up to demonstrate how the XONE:32 can be connected in a typical DJ
application. Note that you do not need to connect the channels in the order shown, also that the connector
types on the equipment you connect to may be different to that shown. Use cables appropriate to your
application. Please read the INSTALLATION section before connecting to your equipment. The following
describes how the console is used in this example application:
DJ Microphone and Headphones: The DJ plugs the preferred headphones and microphone (if
required) into the front of the console. It is not uncommon for several DJ’s to perform their sets
during a session plugging in their own mic and headphones each time. The console cue system
works with the headphones to let the DJ cue tracks and preview the mix before going live.
Mix music sources: CH1 and CH3 are used for the mix music sources. Both a turntable and a
CD deck are plugged into each, one for each side of the crossfader. The turntable magnetic
cartridges plug into the RIAA equipped phono inputs, the CD into the line inputs. The required
source is preselected using the rear panel select switch. This gives the DJ the choice of vinyl or CD
mixing. Alternatively, the DJ could plug other sources such as a drum machine into the line input.
Sampler effects: The stereo Aux send is used to feed selected channels to an external effects
unit such as a sampler or echo device. The sampler output is returned into CH2 line input and
becomes another creative source that can be added to the mix using the channel fader.
Mix output: This stereo output feeds the house PA system to provide quality sound to the dance
floor. The connections are balanced to feed long cable runs to the amplifier system. They may plug
into system processors such as protection limiters, EQ and crossovers which in turn connect to the
amplifiers.
Recording the show: This dedicated stereo output connects to a recorder such as the MiniDisc
shown to record the DJ’s set. The recording is not affected by the master mix control.
Booth monitor: A stereo speaker system provides the DJ with a local monitor. This has its own
level control so it can be adjusted to suit without affecting the house sound.