QSC QSC TOUCHMIX-16 Datasheet

TouchMix™User GuideTouchMix-8TouchMix-16 TD-000472-00-A *TD-000472-00*

3 TD-000472-00-A Name Your Auxiliary OutputsWhat is an Auxiliary?In addition to the Main L/R (left/right) output mix, TouchMix is also capable of con

4 TD-000472-00-A• Other instruments either don’t need any effects or have their own effects (guitar pedals, internal effects on keyboards).Input Ins

5 TD-000472-00-A Using the FX WizardThe FX Wizard is the easiest and fastest way to set up your effects. Only effects that work for the Source and Ty

6 TD-000472-00-A Using the Input Channel FX TabYou can also operate your effects from the input channel area of your mixer.To Run Effects from the In

7 TD-000472-00-A Using the FX Channel Effect TabGo to the FX Channel Effect Tab (From the Input Channel FX tab): The FX Master Effect tab offers c

8 TD-000472-00-A Using the FX OverviewIf you would prefer to see the send and return levels for all your effects at once, the FX overview is where yo

9 TD-000472-00-A DCA GroupsTIP: See "Tips & TricksLow-Cut Filters (AKA High Pass Filters)" on page 17 for more on DCA’s.A DCA groups fa

10 TD-000472-00-A Using Wi-FiMake sure that the included USB Wi-Fi adapter is installed in one of the mixer’s USB ports. IMPORTANT: QSC does not sup

11 TD-000472-00-A Homework CompletedThat’s it. You’ve done your homework. Of course you’ll need to adjust the input gain and get your mix levels at t

12 TD-000472-00-A Work on Your Inputs Ask the performers in turn to do what they do to make their audio contribution to the performance. Without un-m

ii TD-000472-00-AEXPLANATION OF SYMBOLSThe term “WARNING!” indicates instructions regarding personal safety. If the instructions are not followed the

13 TD-000472-00-A Mix by MixIn this approach, you'll dial in a complete monitor mix for one performer at a time. There are two ways of doing thi

14 TD-000472-00-A Filters TabThere are multiple types of fi lters presented here. • Low-Cut / High-Cut fi lters – These fi lters are used to roll off hi

15 TD-000472-00-A RecordingTouchMix makes it easier than ever to capture a live performance in a stereo or a multi-track recording. All you need is a

16 TD-000472-00-A Recording Directory StructureWhen you create a new Session, TouchMix creates a new folder on the USB drive named for the Session. W

17 TD-000472-00-A Tips & Tricks Low-Cut Filters (AKA High Pass Filters)Most small mixers lack this really useful feature. But once you learn how

18 TD-000472-00-A About Effects RoutingWe have effects on a mixer because we want to apply them to one or more inputs in order to enhance the sound.

19 TD-000472-00-A— Figure 9 is a diagram of a single channel and one effects send and return. Lets walk through the diagram.1. — Figure 9 — InputCha

20 TD-000472-00-A About DCA GroupsWhat is a DCA? DCA stands for Digitally Controlled Amplifi er. What this function does is allow a single fader to co

21 TD-000472-00-A TouchMix™ ReferenceThe information provided in this section gives you a detailed description of the screens and controls for the T

22 TD-000472-00-A Right Side of the TouchMix Surface1. ¼” TRS inputs (17/18 and 19/20) – Line level, stereo.2. ¼” TRS outputs Aux (7/8 & 9/10) –

iii TD-000472-00-A Maintenance and RepairAdvance technology, e.g., the use of modern materials and powerful electronics, requires specially adapted m

23 TD-000472-00-A Backside of the TouchMix-16— Figure 13 —Aux 2 Aux 1TalkbackMain Right Aux 6 Aux 5Main Left Aux 4 Aux 3PowerUSBAccessoryOnly12 3 4 5

24 TD-000472-00-A Where and What Things Are on the Home Screen Channels1. Select button – Displays the channel name. Touch to access Master Channel c

25 TD-000472-00-A The Nav (Navigation) Strip— Figure 15 —Stereo In / 2 TrackAux OutputsFX MastersInputs 9-16Inputs 1-8DCA GroupsTo access the Nav Str

26 TD-000472-00-A Input Channel TrimThe Trim (gain) control sets the level of the analog input signal just before conversion to digital. The Trim con

27 TD-000472-00-A EQControls and displays the settings for Input-Channel equalization.1. EQ Tab – Selects the EQ screen.2. Parametric EQ Graph – A gr

28 TD-000472-00-A CompressorThe Compressor controls the dynamic range of a signal above a set Threshold.1. Comp Tab – Selects the Compressor screen.2

29 TD-000472-00-A GateThe Gate passes audio above a set Threshold, and attenuates or silences audio below the Threshold. 1. Gate Tab – Selects the

30 TD-000472-00-A FX SendsControls how much of the Input channel’s audio is sent to the FX devices. In addition, you can adjust the FX Sends at Menu

31 TD-000472-00-A Pitch CorrectRefer to — Figure 22.Pitch Correct (available on Input channels 1 through 16) shifts the frequency of an input signal

32 TD-000472-00-A AuxesAuxiliary outputs are used to create a mix for stage monitors, in ear monitors, remote speakers or video / broadcast. There ar

iv TD-000472-00-ATable of ContentsMaintenance and Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

33 TD-000472-00-A PresetsSelect, recall and store channel settings. 1. Presets Tab – Selects Presets screen.2. Current Preset – The current prese

34 TD-000472-00-A18. Save Button – After pressing Save/Save As, the Save Preset As screen displays. The save button saves the currently active preset

35 TD-000472-00-A Output Channel EQThe Main LR and Aux 1 – 6 outputs have a 1/3 octave graphic EQ. Stereo auxes 7/8 and 9/10 use a parametric EQ simi

36 TD-000472-00-A LimiterThe Limiter keeps the audio level from going above the set Threshold. Home Select the Aux BankTouch a Select

37 TD-000472-00-A FiltersAvailable on the Main L/R and Aux 1 – 6 outputs, these narrow, cut-only fi lters are useful for dealing with feedback.

38 TD-000472-00-A PresetsStore, recall and copy the settings associated with an output channel. Home Select the Aux BankTouch a Select B

39 TD-000472-00-A SetupOutput Channel Setup provides control of various functions that apply specifi cally to a single output channel. H

40 TD-000472-00-A QSC Speaker SettingsProvides help in properly adjusting QSC K, KW and KLA powered loudspeakers when used with the TouchMix.

41 TD-000472-00-A Aux OverviewProvides an overview of Aux Sends for all Input channels and FX Mixes, along with the Aux Master faders for each Aux mi

42 TD-000472-00-A Aux Mix-on-Faders (iPad Only)Presents Aux mixes one at a time using a large-fader view. Menu Press theAux Overview

v TD-000472-00-AAuxiliary (Stage Monitor) Mixes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

43 TD-000472-00-A FX Masters EffectFX controls common to all Effects. Refer to the individual FX Processor topics for details. Home

44 TD-000472-00-A PresetRecall presets for the selected FX channel based on the current FX device. All Presets are available for all FX channels.

45 TD-000472-00-A SetupSetup allows you to rename the FX Master channel, and assign the channel to Mute and DCA Groups Home Select th

46 TD-000472-00-A Basic ChorusThe Chorus FX Varies the pitch of a signal at a steady rate to “thicken” a sound. HomeFX MastersSelect

47 TD-000472-00-A Dense ReverbThe Dense Reverb (presets with a “D” suffi x) is a model of a DSP reverb with more dense refl ections that some may fi nd

48 TD-000472-00-A Mono and Stereo DelayThese effects delay the audio signal to create echo and similar effects. Controls for the stereo delay may be

49 TD-000472-00-A Phantom PowerSupplies +48 VDC output to Inputs 1-16.Phantom power is not available on the 1/4” phone jack connectors of channels 13

50 TD-000472-00-A Mixer Setup Global and Utility Functions Press MenuMenuMixerSetupPressMixer SetupNOTE: — Figure 51 refers to the TouchMix, — Fi

51 TD-000472-00-AConnecting Your iPadIn order to connect an iPad to the QSC TouchMix, you must fi rst install the supplied Wireless USB Adapter into o

52 TD-000472-00-A ScenesScenes provide the ability to store and recall all mix parameters. Press MenuMenuScenesTouch Scenes1. Current Scene

vi TD-000472-00-APitch Correct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

53 TD-000472-00-A DCA GroupsDCA Groups allow you to mute and control the signal level of channels assigned to it. The DCA does not move the faders or

54 TD-000472-00-A Mute Group Edit Screen1. Close Edit Button – Returns to the Mute Group Mute screen.2. Mute Group Select Buttons – Selects the Mute

55 TD-000472-00-A FX WizardThe FX Wizard aids in adding FX to channels and routing those FX to monitors so your mixes have depth and sound fantastic!

56 TD-000472-00-A Gain WizardThe Gain Wizard aids in adjusting analog input gains to avoid clipping and distortion so your mixes sound great!.

57 TD-000472-00-A Record / Playback Main ScreenIMPORTANT: All USB memory devices must be formatted as FAT32 to work with TouchMix. Drive performance

58 TD-000472-00-A Recording SetupRecall, initiate, and manage recording sessions. PressRecord / PlayRecord/PlaySession Naming hereNew / Rec

59 TD-000472-00-A 2-Channel − Playback and RecordThe Main L/R, Aux 7/8, or 9/10 can be recorded then played back over the Main L/R Outputs. P

60 TD-000472-00-A DimensionsTouchMix-8HomeAux 3/4Cue / MonitorRightLeft4321USB AccessoryOnlyPowerPhonesPhantom Standby234567812345678Main LeftAux 1

61 TD-000472-00-ATouchMix-16Phantom StandbyPress for f ineUserUserStereo In17/18Aux Out7/8Stereo In19/ 20Aux Out9/10Cue MonitorUserUserTrim Trim Trim

62 TD-000472-00-ASpecifi cationsTouchMix-8 TouchMix-16DIsplay (both models) 6.1” x 3.5” (156mm x 90mm) color TFT, touch sensing. Inputs (Mic/Line) 12

vii TD-000472-00-ADCA Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

63 TD-000472-00-ALow Cut High CutLow Cut High CutLow Cut High CutLow Cut High CutTalkbackUserUserHomeUserUserPhones MainAuxFXMuteMuteGroupsMenuRecord/

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1 TD-000472-00-A TouchMix™ How To Register and Update We know you want to get right to using your TouchMix, but before you do please stop and take a

2 TD-000472-00-AThe factory scenes list includes a scene named Default. This scene will “zero” the mixer by returning all controls to their factory s