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Limited One Year Manufacturer’s Warranty
Allen & Heath warrants the Allen & Heath - branded hardware product and accessories contained in the original packaging ("Allen & Heath Product”) against defects in materials and workmanship when used in accordance with Allen & Heath's user manuals, technical specifications and other Allen & Heath product published guidelines for a period of ONE (1)
YEAR from the date of original purchase by the end-user purchaser ("Warranty Period").
This warranty does not apply to any non-Allen & Heath branded hardware products or any software, even if packaged or sold with Allen & Heath hardware.
Please refer to the licensing agreement accompanying the software for details of your rights with respect to the use of software (“EULA”).
Details of the EULA, warranty policy and other useful information can be found on the Allen &
Heath website: www.allen-heath.com/legal.
Repair or replacement under the terms of the warranty does not provide right to extension or renewal of the warranty period. Repair or direct replacement of the product under the terms of this warranty may be fulfilled with functionally equivalent service exchange units.
This warranty is not transferable. This warranty will be the purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy and neither Allen & Heath nor its approved service centres shall be liable for any incidental or consequential damages or breach of any express or implied warranty of this product.
Conditions of Warranty
The equipment has not been subject to misuse either intended or accidental, neglect, or alteration other than as described in the User Guide or Service Manual, or approved by Allen
& Heath.
Any necessary adjustment, alteration or repair has been carried out by an authorised Allen &
Heath distributor or agent.
The defective unit is to be returned carriage prepaid to the place of purchase, an authorised
Allen & Heath distributor or agent with proof of purchase. Please discuss this with the distributor or the agent before shipping. If the unit is to be repaired in a different country to that of its purchase the repair may take longer than normal, whilst the warranty is confirmed and parts are sourced. Units returned should be packed in the original carton to avoid transit damage.
DISCLAIMER: Allen & Heath shall not be liable for the loss of any saved/stored data in products that are either repaired or replaced.
Check with your Allen & Heath distributor or agent for any additional warranty information which may apply. If further assistance is required please contact Allen & Heath Ltd.
Xone:PX5 complies with the European Electromagnetic Compatibility directives 2014/30/EU and the European Low Voltage directives 2014/35/EU.
Any changes or modifications to the equipment not approved by Allen & Heath could void the compliance of the product and therefore the users authority to operate it.
XONE:PX5 User Guide AP10733 Issue 1
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on purchasing the Allen & Heath Xone:PX5 DJ mixer.
Combining the signature warm analogue Xone sound with class leading digital connectivity, the Xone:PX5 breathes life and soul into electronic music performance. The built-in XONE:FX technology offers new levels of manipulation with our new Xone:Xcite FX suite of performance focused delays, reverbs, modulators, flangers and distorters, which are all assignable through simple hands-on control for fine tuning effects and expressing the DJ’s inner creativity.
Xone:PX5 is a 4+1 channel mixer, equipped with the legendary analogue XONE:VCF (Voltage Controlled
Filter), 3 band isolator EQ on all channels, and intuitive layout.
The versatile Send/Return feature enables connection of external effects hardware with both Send/Return
(Line level, or Hi-Z) and Master Insert mode connections, and equips Xone:PX5 for numerous enhanced setup scenarios. Each channel has its own dedicated send control for external effects processing and can also be routed to the internal XONE:FX engine.
Connect your laptop or computer to the premium 20 , 24Bit/96kHz, Hi-Speed USB internal soundcard for easy integration into digital DJ workflows, plus connection via X:LINK to Xone:K Series controllers for expanded software application MIDI control.
The cross-fader has three switchable curve settings for blending or scratching styles and can be easily replaced, or upgraded to the innoFADER Pro2 for ultimate cross-fader performance.
No matter what your mixing style, the Xone:PX5 combines a modern approach to DJing with all the tools required for creating your own individual sound.
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CONTENTS
To ensure you get the maximum benefit from the mixer, please spend a few minutes familiarizing yourself with all of the controls and setup procedures outlined in this user guide.
For further information, please refer to the additional details available on our website, or contact our
Product Support team www.allen-heath.com/xonepx5 http://support.allen-heath.com
Warranty ........................................................ 3
Introduction ................................................... 4
Contents ........................................................ 5
Packed Items .................................................. 6
Setup Examples ............................................. 7
Rear Connectors .......................................... 9
Mic / USB / Line Input, Channel A ............. 12
Phono / USB / Line Input, Channels 1 - 4 13
Cross-fader .................................................... 15
Headphone Section ...................................... 16
Master Section .............................................. 17
Voltage Controlled Filter Section .............. 18
XONE:FX Control Section Overview ..... 19
FX Library Reference .................................. 21
BPM Detection .............................................. 22
Xone:Sync ...................................................... 23
Driver Installation (PC) ............................... 26
USB Soundcard (Defaults) .......................... 28
MIDI Control ................................................. 29
MIDI Note Implementation ........................ 35
Connecting X:Link Controllers ................. 36
Timecode Setup; Traktor Scratch Pro 2 ... 37
Recording a Mix; Traktor Scratch Pro 2 ... 40
Block Diagram ............................................... 42
Specifications ................................................. 42
Panel Drawings .............................................. 44
Filter Reference ............................................ 46
Operating Levels ........................................... 47
Earthing........................................................... 48
Replacing the Faders ................................... 49
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PACKED ITEMS
Check that you have received the following:
Xone:PX5 mixer
Safety Sheet
Important !
Read this sheet BEFORE starting.
Retain for future reference.
Spare knobs and buttons
Mains Lead
Check that the correct mains plug is fitted.
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SETUP EXAMPLES - CLASSIC
CLASSIC ANALOGUE MIX : VINYL ONLY
CLASSIC DIGITAL MIX : CD / MEDIA PLAYER + HARDWARE FX
MEDIA PLAYER (RCA) / EXT FX (SND-RTN)
KEY: CABLE & CONNECTOR TYPES
PHONO/LINE (RCA)
USB (TYPE A-B)
EXT FX
X:LINK
INSERT
MIDI SYNC
MIC
(TRS, ¼” JACK)
(CAT-5, RJ-45)
(TRS, Y LEAD)
(5PIN DIN)
(XLR)
CLASSIC HYBRID MIX : ANALOGUE + DIGITAL + MC
VINYL & MEDIA PLAYER (RCA) / LAPTOP (USB) / MIC (XLR)
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SETUP EXAMPLES - ADVANCED
ADVANCED HYBRID MIX : ANALOGUE + DIGITAL + MIDI SYNC + CONTROL
VINYL & MEDIA PLAYER (RCA) / LAPTOP (USB) / EXT FX (INSERT + SND-RTN) / X:LINK (RJ-45)
‘FULLY LOADED’ HYBRID MIX : ANALOGUE + DIGITAL + HARDWARE FX + MIDI SYNC + CONTROL
VINYL & MEDIA PLAYER (RCA) / LAPTOP (USB) / EXT FX (INSERT + SND-RTN)
MIDI SYNC (5PIN DIN) / X:LINK (RJ-45)
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REAR CONNECTORS
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1
External Effects Connectors, EXT RTN / LINE/Hi-Z / FX SEND
Balanced (TRS) 1/4” Jack. Connect external effects device outputs to EXT RTN inputs and use
EXT RTN control to adjust FX signal level sent to main LR MIX or XONE:VCF.
Set input impedance for external effects between LN (suitable for Line level inputs), or Hi-Z
(suitable for guitar effects pedals and legacy hardware).
Connect your external effects hardware inputs to FX SEND and outputs to EXT RTN.
Use FX SEND controls to send Channel audio to the external effects device.
2
USB LINE / PHONO Select Switches, CH 1 - 4
Set CH1 - 4 USB SND to LN (for Line level) or PH (for RIAA level) signal input to internal soundcard. For CD / Vinyl timecode control, or to record Channel input via USB.
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LINE Inputs, CH 1 - 4
Unbalanced (RCA). Connect stereo LINE level media players to the LINE input.
Do not connect turntables requiring RIAA equalisation.
You can also connect to LINE level jack sources using RCA to 1/4” Jack adapters.
Avoid using low grade cables such as those often supplied with domestic equipment as these can quickly prove unreliable in use.
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Chassis Earth Terminals
2 x Screw terminals are provided for connecting the earth straps from turntables to prevent ground hum.
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PHONO Inputs, CH 1 - 4
Unbalanced (RCA). Plug in turntables with magnetic cartridges requiring RIAA equalisation.
For non-RIAA turntables plug into the LINE input instead.
Do not plug in LINE level sources to the PHONO Inputs as these will overload the preamp and cause severe, high level, distortion.
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REAR CONNECTORS continued
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X:Link
Cat-5 Ethernet (RJ-45). Connect Xone:K Series Controllers to the Xone:PX5 mixer to expand software application MIDI control and to save using USB ports on your computer.
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BOOTH Outputs
Balanced (TRS) 1/4” Jack. LINE level stereo output feed to DJ’s local monitor.
8
MASTER INSERT
Unbalanced (TRS) 1/4” Jack. Provides INSERT points for LR MIX output to connect hardware dynamics processors such as a limiter, compressor, or graphic equaliser.
Or connect external hardware in-line with LR MIX outputs for external MASTER INSERT FX.
Use Insert patch cable (Y lead), wired; Tip=Send, Ring=Return, Sleeve=Ground.
9
MASTER Outputs
Master1. Balanced (XLR). The main stereo LR MIX outputs that feeds the club PA system, or balanced active speakers. Wired; Pin1=Ground, Pin2=Hot(+), Pin3=Cold(-).
Master2. Unbalanced (RCA). Alternative stereo LR MIX output to feed unbalanced active speakers, or consumer type amplifiers.
10
MIC Input, CH A
Balanced (XLR). Use a good quality low impedance dynamic mic, wired; Pin1=Ground, Pin2=Hot
(+), Pin3=Cold(-). Do not use high impedance or unbalanced microphones, or condenser mics requiring phantom power.
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LINE Inputs, CH A
Balanced (TRS) 1/4” Jack. Connect auxiliary or balanced LINE level music sources to the CH A
LINE input. Connect mono sources to the L/M socket.
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REAR CONNECTORS continued
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USB 9-10 Send Select Switch
Set CH9-10 USB SND to MST or FX to route LR MIX, or FX SEND output via USB.
For pre-MASTER level stereo LR MIX recording to computer, or using FX SEND for software effects plug-ins.
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K-Slot
Security slot to connect locking, Kensington ® type, anti-theft cable.
RECORD Outputs
Unbalanced (RCA).
Pre-MASTER level, LR MIX output for connection to external hardware recording devices.
AC Mains Input
Connect (supplied) IEC cable with moulded mains plug compatible to local AC mains supply.
Turn AC supply to the mixer ON / OFF
Check the correct IEC ‘mains’ lead with moulded plug has been supplied with your mixer.
The internal power supply accepts mains voltages within the range 100-240V without changing any fuses or settings.
Ensure the IEC mains plug is pressed fully into the rear panel socket before switching ON.
NOTE: It is standard practice to turn connected power amplifiers, or active speakers, down or
OFF before switching mains power to the mixer ON or OFF. This prevents any potential damage to speaker systems due to switch-on transients.
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MIDI SYNC / OUT
5pin DIN.
MIDI Clock and MIDI Tx (transmit) signal output for syncing to external MIDI hardware.
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USB Soundcard
USB (Type A).
20 Channel (5 Stereo IN / 5 Stereo OUT), 24Bit/96kHz, Hi-Speed USB internal soundcard.
Mac OS X CoreAudio/CoreMIDI class compliant. ASIO
® driver support for Windows
®
PC.
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MIC / USB / LINE INPUT CHANNEL A
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Channel FX Mode Select Switch
Selects option for Channel FX SEND routing to; INT,
EXT, or DUAL. For SEND to internal XONE:FX engine, external effects hardware connected via
FX SEND / EXT
RTN
, or to both for simultaneous use with internal and external effects.
FX SEND Control
Controls the amount of Channel audio sent to the
XONE:FX bus and/or external effects hardware connected via
FX SEND / EXT RTN on the rear panel.
MIC / USB / LINE Input Select Switch
Switch CH A input between XLR MIC, CH5 USB RTN soundcard input, or auxiliary CH A TRS LINE sources.
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Channel GAIN Control
Adjusts the Channel input sensitivity to compensate for different audio signal source levels. -∞/+10dB.
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PK! Input Signal Level LED, CH A
If the PK! LED is illuminated, turn the Channel GAIN level down.
6
Channel Equalizer
Each main Channel is equipped with a powerful 3 band isolator EQ, providing a controlled +6dB boost when fully clockwise and full attenuation (‘Total Kill’) on each band when fully anti-clockwise.
Centre/cut-off frequencies are set at:
HF 3.5kHz
MF
LF
1.2KHz (Mid Frequency)
400Hz
(High Frequency, treble)
(Low Frequency, bass)
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Channel ON/OFF Switch
Turns the Channel ON or OFF, allowing audio to be routed to the main LR MIX. Useful if an un-switched microphone is used to easily bring vocals in and out of a mix. This does not affect CH A signal output to CUE.
Channel FILTER Select Switches
Press to route post-GAIN / post-EQ level Channel audio to the XONE:VCF.
Channel Cue Switch
Press to listen to the Channel pre-LR MIX audio level from PHONES and BOOTH DJ monitor outputs and to view its level on the main (MIX) Meters.
Press again to deselect CUE.
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PHONO / USB / LINE INPUT CHANNELS 1 - 4
1
Channel FX Mode Select Switch
Selects option for Channel FX SEND routing to; INT,
EXT, or DUAL. For SEND to internal XONE:FX engine, external effects hardware connected via
FX SEND / EXT
RTN
, or to both for simultaneous use with internal and external effects.
2 FX SEND Control
Controls the amount of Channel audio sent to the
XONE:FX bus and/or external effects hardware connected via
FX SEND / EXT RTN on the rear panel.
3
PHONO / USB / LINE Input Select Switch
Switch CH 1 - 4 inputs between RCA PHONO,
CH 1 - 4 USB RTN soundcard inputs, or RCA LINE level audio sources.
4 Channel GAIN Control
Adjusts the Channel input sensitivity to compensate for different audio signal source levels. -∞/+10dB.
5 Channel Equalizer
Each main Channel is equipped with a powerful 3 band isolator EQ, providing a controlled +6dB boost when fully clockwise and full attenuation (‘Total Kill’) on each band when fully anti-clockwise.
Centre/cut-off frequencies are set at:
HF 3.5kHz
MF
LF
1.2kHz (Mid Frequency)
400Hz
(High Frequency, treble)
(Low Frequency, bass)
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PHONO / USB / LINE INPUT CHANNELS 1 - 4
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X-FADE Assign Switch
Use to assign the Channel to either X (left), or Y (right) side of the cross-fader, or direct to the MIX bus when
OFF (centre),
7
Channel FILTER Select Switch
Press to route post-GAIN / post-EQ / post-FADER level
Channel audio to the XONE:VCF.
The switch illuminates BLUE when active.
8 Channel CUE Switch
Press to listen to the Channel pre-FADER audio levels from PHONES and BOOTH DJ monitor outputs and to view its level on the main (MIX) Meters.
Press the switch again to deselect CUE.
9
Channel Meter
Displays the channel signal level.
Channel audio input is metered at post-GAIN / post-EQ and pre-FADER level, to display the affect of adjusting
EQ on input levels before routing audio to the LR MIX.
The channel GAIN control should be set so the meter averages about 0 with loudest peaks around +6 and +9.
If the ! indicator lights, turn the GAIN control down.
10
10 Channel Fader
A high quality, smooth travel, 60mm, dual-rail VCA fader adjusts the channel signal level from fully off to fully on.
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CROSS-FADER
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1
X-FADER
Fade between audio from CH 1 - 4 assigned to the X (Left), or Y (Right) side of the cross-fader, typically to fade smoothly into a new music track, to creatively layer sounds, or for scratch and cut mixing.
The cross-fader is a VCA (voltage controlled amplifier) control that also affects the level of signals routed via the XONE:VCF
Ensure switches on channels you want to fade are set to X or Y as appropriate.
When the XONE:FX, FX X-FADE switch is set to X or Y, the cross-fader acts as a
VCA, controlling send levels to the internal XONE:FX engine, following the active
FX:ASSIGN (see page19) and X-FADER curve switch settings.
Assigned to X, the VCA send level is X = fully ON / Y = fully OFF.
Assigned to Y, the VCA send level is X = fully OFF / Y = fully ON.
2 XFADE Curve Control
This switch selects the cross-fader response curve between Constant power, Transition, or Fast-cut to suit scratch or cut mixing styles.
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CH FADER Curve Control
This switch selects a global channel fader response curve for Stereo Input Channels 1- 4 between Constant power, Dipped, or Fast-cut to suit scratch and cut mixing styles.
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HEADPHONE SECTION
1 SPLIT Cue Switch
Selects the way the CUE bus operates.
Normally, pressing a Channel CUE switch overrides both left and right monitor program signals with the active CUE signal. With SPLIT set ON, the CUE bus overrides just the left channel, leaving the program in the right channel. L MIX meter displays CUE signal level and R MIX meter displays PRG (LR MIX level) signal.
This is very useful when beat mixing using headphones.
2 Cue / Mix Control
Allows the main MIX output to be blended with the
CUE signal. Turned fully anticlockwise, only active CUE
Channels are heard through the headphones outputs.
Gradually turning clockwise introduces the main MIX output to the headphones, together with active CUE.
Setting SPLIT, ON automatically overrides the control.
3 PHONES Level Control
Adjusts the level of the audio in the stereo headphones.
This does not affect the level of the local booth monitor.
4 Headphone Outputs
Stereo 1/4” TRS jack and 3.5mm mini-jack sockets.
Plug in good quality stereo headphones designed for
DJ monitoring.
Use closed-ear headphones to provide maximum acoustic isolation when cueing your sources.
For more information, please refer to the Operating
Levels section on page 47.
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MASTER SECTION
1 MASTER Level Control
A rotary MASTER control adjusts the level of the main,
MASTER 1 and MASTER 2, rear panel outputs feeding the house sound system.
This does not affect BOOTH output level or the meters.
2
BOOTH Level Control
Adjusts the level of the signal to the stereo BOOTH
RCA output. This does not affect the headphones level.
BOOTH output can be used for a DJ Booth monitor, or as an additional zone feed or recording output.
3 MIX / Monitor Meters
The main meters follow the selected monitor source.
The default display is the mix level, pre-master level, which is overridden with an input channel level if the channel cue switch is selected.
In SPLIT cue mode, the left (L) MIX meter displays the cued channel signal level and the right (R) MIX meter displays mix bus levels. Cued MIX audio level is pre-
MASTER, to prevent mismatch due to position of the
MASTER level control.
NOTE:
The mixer should be operated with meters averaging around 0 and loudest peaks between +6 and +9.
If the ! indicator lights, ensure GAIN or EQ settings are not clipping Channel meters and, if necessary, turn
Channel GAIN, EQ, or FADERS down to prevent LR
MIX meters clipping.
For more information, please refer to the Operating
Levels section on page 47.
4
EXT RTN Level Control
Adjusts the level of audio input from effects hardware connected via FX SEND / EXT RTN and routed to the
XONE:VCF or LR MIX outputs.
4
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VOLTAGE CONTROLLED FILTER SECTION
1 EXT RTN to FILTER Select Switch
Press to route the EXT RTN input to the XONE:VCF, instead of directly into the main LR MIX, for extra versatility and creativity with your mixes.
2 RESONANCE Control
This produces the classic Xone:VCF filter sound by feeding some of the filter output back to its input.
The control ranges from MILD, producing a very subtle effect, to WILD, producing a dramatic phase effect with feedback just short of oscillation.
3 HPF Switch
Turns on the High Pass Filter (bass cut) slope.
See page 46 for more details.
4
BPF Switch
Turns on the Band Pass Filter (bell shaped) slope.
See page 46 for more details.
5 LPF Switch
Turns on the Low Pass Filter (treble cut) slope.
See page 46 for more details.
6 FREQ Frequency Sweep Control
This control sets the -3dB cut-off frequency for the
Voltage Controlled Filter. It ranges from very low frequency (20Hz) to very high frequency (20kHz).
7
XONE:VCF ON / OFF Switch
Switches the Voltage Controlled Filter ON / OFF.
Illuminates GREEN when active.
7
See the Filter Reference section on page 46 for more information.
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XONE:FX CONTROL SECTION OVERVIEW
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1
FX ASSIGN Switch
7 position rotary selector used to assign the internal
XONE:FX engine routing as
Channel INSERT (CH A, CH 1 - 4), Master INSERT, or
SEND / RETURN to LR MIX.
Default position = SEND
.
2
FX SEND PRE / POST Switch
Used to configure Internal and External FX SEND from
Channels to pre-FADER, or post-FADER levels.
3
FX X-FADE Assign Switch
Assign the XONE:FX to X (left), or Y (right) position of the cross-fader to enable fading between Wet (effected) or Dry (un-effected) signal, or OFF (centre).
Default position = OFF
4
5
FX SELECT Encoder
Scroll between XONE:FX and CONFIG options. Push
ONCE to enter FX MENU, Scroll then PRESS to select
FX. Push + HOLD for CONFIG options.
TFT Screen
Displays XONE:FX types or current XONE:FX settings,
BPM and MIDI CLOCK details, and other MENU options dependent on the active MODE.
6
BEAT Adjust / Tempo BEND / MIDI Transport
BEAT - Adjust beat fraction of any time based effect
(Delay, Flanger, etc).
BEND - Press to speed up or slow down BPM Clock, or to lock-in sync.
MIDI - Transport sends START, STOP & CONTINUE messages for USB and MIDI SYNC / OUT.
7
MODE Button Switch
3 layer functionality. Push to increment and scroll through BEAT / BEND / MIDI CLOCK modes.
8
TAP Tempo Button
Guide the tempo of the BPM clock manually by tapping to the beat.
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XONE:FX CONTROL SECTION continued
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XONE:FX INTERVAL Control
Rotary control to adjust beat fraction of the currently selected XONE:FX
Illuminates WHITE when active
The last adjustment setting is saved globally for FX recall
10
XONE:FX DECAY Control
Rotary control to adjust time based parameters for the currently selected XONE:FX.
Control illuminates RED
The last adjustment setting is saved globally for FX recall
Default position = MIN (fully anti-clockwise).
11
XONE:FX FOCUS Control
Rotary control with centre detent used to adjust tonal parameters for the currently selected XONE:FX.
Turning anti-clockwise = LPF. Turning clockwise = HPF
Control illuminates RED or BLUE when active
Control illuminates GREEN in centre (OFF) position
Default position = centre (OFF).
12 XONE:FX LEVEL Control
Adjust XONE:FX output level to LR MIX in SEND mode.
Blend level between Channel audio and selected
XONE:FX in INSERT mode.
Illuminates RED when SND / RTN is active.
Illuminates CYAN when INSERT is active.
13
XONE:FX ON Switch
Turns the internal XONE:FX channel ON / OFF.
Illuminates GREEN when active.
14
XONE:FX CUE Switch
Press to listen to the FX channel pre-Fade signal level from PHONES outputs and to view its level on the main
LR MIX meters.
Illuminates RED when active.
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XONE:XCITE FX LIBRARY REFERENCE
NAME
MASIF-Q DELAY
FX1 PROGRAM FX2 PROGRAM BEAT INTERVAL DECAY
Stereo Beat Delay
(Pre Delay Filters)
Time
Fraction
Time MS Delay Regen
FOCUS
Delay
Output Filters
PCM DELAY
Stereo Beat Delay
(Pre Delay Filters)
Compressor
Time
Fraction
Time MS Delay Regen
Delay
Input Filters
FILTER DELAY
Stereo Beat Delay
(Post Delay Filters)
Compressor
Time
Fraction
Time MS Delay Regen
Delay
Output Filters
DLY & RVB
MOD DELAY
TAPE ECHO
CLEAN PLATE
SWELL VERB
CONCRT HALL
TILED ROOM
Stereo Beat Delay
Bucket Brigade Delay Mod Doubler
Space Echo
Plate Reverb
EMT Reverb
Plate Reverb
Room Reverb
Hall Reverb
Compressor
Time
Fraction
Time
Fraction
Time MS
Time MS
Delay Regen Reverb Filters
Delay Regen Mod LFO Speed
Echo Repeat
Rate
Echo Intensity Echo Tone
Reverb
Diffusion
Level
Reverb Decay
Time
Reverb Filters
Reverb
Diffusion
Level
Reverb Decay
Time
Reverb Filters
Reverb
Diffusion
Level
Reverb Decay
Time
Reverb Filters
Reverb
Diffusion
Level
Reverb Decay
Time
Reverb Filters
ATTACK GATE
Stereo Beat Delay Gated Reverb
Time
Fraction
Time MS
Gated Reverb
Attack Time
Gated Reverb
Filters
RESO GATE
FLANGER
PITCH VERB
TIME WARP
DISTORTION
Stereo Beat Delay
Mod Flanger
Vocal Shifter
Vocal Shifter
Clipper
Gated Resonator
Compressor
Plate Reverb
Time
Fraction
Time
Fraction
Stereo Beat Delay
Time
Fraction
Time MS
Gated
Resonator
Release Time
Gated Resonator
Frequency
Time MS
Mod
Resonance
Reverb HF
Slope
Time MS
Reverb Decay time
FX2 > FX1
Feedback
Level
Mod Depth
Vocal Shifter
Semitones
Vocal Shifter
Semitones
Distortion
Amount
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BPM DETECTION
The Xone:PX5 features an internal BPM engine that is used for synchronising the internal
XONE:FX to the incoming audio signal.
It is also used for transmitting or receiving midi clock information through the Xone:Sync engine.
BPM Detection
By default the Xone:PX5 BPM detection is Automatic (AUTO) between 60 - 260 BPM and continuously listens to the FX source:
When in FX INSERT for channels 1, 2, 3, 4, or A, the BPM source is derived from the Assigned
Channel.
When FX ASSIGN is set to: SEND or MASTER, the XONE:FX BPM is derived from the main LR
MIX Clean-feed (Pre XONE:FX Return).
Hold TAP for 3 seconds to reset BPM detection back to AUTO
MIDI Clock Transmit
The Xone:PX5 can generate internal MIDI clock signals which can be sent via USB to a DAW, or via the MIDI SYNC / OUT port to external hardware.
Refer to the MIDI SETUP Menu option on page 23 for details.
When MIDI Clock Transmit is OFF BPM Detection is Automatic (AUTO)
When MIDI Clock is ON FX unit BPM is derived from the Master MIDI Clock.
MIDI Clock BPM can be adjusted from the menu on the screen or by the ‘BEND’ layer on the top panel buttons < >
Tap Tempo will overwrite Master MIDI Clock BPM
BPM Clock range 60.00 – 260.00
BPM Accurate to: 000.00 - 2 decimal places
MIDI Clock Receive
If your playback source is a DAW or DJ software running through the internal Hi-Speed USB multi- channel soundcard, you can use MIDI clock as the timing source for the Xone:PX5; this will override normal BPM detection and affects all channels.
If you select this mode ensure that your DAW supports sending MIDI clocks, and that this feature is enabled.
When MIDI Clock is set to OFF BPM Detection is Automatic as above (BPM Detection).
When MIDI Clock is set to Receive FX unit is derived from the incoming external MIDI Clock .
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XONE:SYNC
The Xone:PX5 features Xone:Sync which enables you to synchronise external equipment through the USB connection and the MIDI SYNC / OUT port.
Xone:Sync can generate internal MIDI clock signals which can be sent via USB to a DAW or via the
MIDI SYNC / OUT port to external hardware devices, such as drum machines, synths or external effects processors.
It can also receive MIDI clock signals via USB from a DAW or DJ performance software which will ensure that the XONE:FX engine is synchronised accurately to the incoming audio signal.
Sending External MIDI Clock via USB
Connect the Xone:PX5 directly to your laptop using a type A-B USB cable.
Ensure that your DAW is set-up to receive MIDI clock (consult the manufacturer’s documentation to find out how to do this).
In AUTO BPM detection mode, the Xone:PX5’s internal BPM engine will set the BPM based on the incoming audio signal of the channel selected by the FX ASSIGN control.
In this example, the AUTO BPM engine will detect the BPM from the input signal of Channel 2.
This will be used as the tempo of the MIDI clock output via USB to your DAW.
To control the playback
Press the MODE button to enter the GREEN layer.
This mode controls the MIDI Clock transport controls;
STOP / START / PAUSE
To send the Xone:PX5’s internal MIDI Clock to your DAW, press the PLAY button.
So long as your DAW is set to receive MIDI Clock correctly, this will start playback in the software.
Pressing the STOP button will stop playback.
Sending External MIDI Clock via MIDI SYNC / OUT
Connect the Xone:PX5 to your external device using a 5pin DIN MIDI cable.
Ensure that your DAW is set-up to receive MIDI clock.
Consult your software application documentation to find out how to do this.
Follow the steps above to control the playback of your external device.
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XONE:SYNC continued
Adjusting the Xone:Sync DIN offset
When sending external MIDI Clock via the MIDI SYNC / OUT port, you can offset the signal in order to time-align the synchronisation of external hardware devices, which compensates for the inherent latency when syncing external devices.
1
To access the DIN offset control, hold down the FX SELECT control to enter the CONFIG menu..
Use the FX SELECT control to scroll down to highlight DIN OFFSET.
Press FX SELECT to enter the DIN OFFSET setup.
2
Press the FX SELECT control.
The parameter will be highlighted in RED.
Use the FX SELECT control to adjust the DIN OFFSET time in MS.
You can adjust the time by up to +/- 50ms.
3
Press FX SELECT, then scroll to highlight EXIT. Press again to return to the main CONFIG menu.
Use the FX SELECT control to scroll down to highlight EXIT and press to leave the CONFIG menu.
Continue to adjust the DIN offset until your external device is in sync with the Xone:PX5 BPM engine.
NOTE: It is not possible to adjust the MIDI Clock offset via USB when synchronising external software. This is achieved through the software MIDI preferences.
Please refer to your software application documentation for details how to do this.
MIDI Clock Tempo Bend
When sending external MIDI Clock via the USB or the
MIDI SYNC / OUT port, you can bend the tempo to momentarily speed up or slow down the MIDI Clock signal in order to time-align the synchronisation of external software and hardware devices.
To access the MIDI Clock Tempo Bend controls, press the MODE button to access the BLUE layer.
By holding down either the TEMPO BEND DOWN button (<) or the
TEMPO BEND UP button (>), you can momentarily speed up or slow down the MIDI Clock output, much like beat matching, in order to time-align the phase of the external software or hardware.
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XONE:SYNC continued
Receiving MIDI Clock via USB from an external DAW or DJ performance software
The Xone:PX5 can be configured to receive MIDI Clock from an external DAW or DJ performance software via the USB connection. Connect the Xone:PX5 directly to your computer using a type A-B
USB cable.
1
Hold down the FX SELECT control to enter the CONFIG menu, and scroll to select CLOCK.
2
Push down on the FX SELECT control to enter the CLOCK menu.
Scroll and press the FX SELECT control to turn MIDI CLOCK RECEIVE
ON / OFF
3
Scroll down using the FX SELECT control and press FX SELECT to exit.
Exit the CONFIG menu.
The display will now show MIDI RX indicating that the Xone:PX5 is in
EXTERNAL MIDI CLOCK RECEIVE MODE.
Ensure that your software is set-up to transmit MIDI Clock to the Xone:PX5.
Please consult your software application documentation for details on how to do this.
Now, when you start your external DAW, the Xone:PX5 BPM engine will follow the tempo set in the DAW, and the XONE:FX engine will be in sync.
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DRIVER INSTALLATION (PC)
Installing XONE:PX5 Soundcard Device Drivers
Apple Mac OS X
The Xone:PX5 is a Mac CoreAudio and CoreMIDI class compliant interface and works on Apple Mac platforms without hardware device drivers.
Microsoft Windows ® PC
In order to access the soundcard channels on your Xone:PX5 you will need to install the dedicated
Device Drivers, which can be downloaded from the Allen & Heath website: www.allen-heath.com/xonepx5
PLEASE FOLLOW INSTALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
NOTE: Please ensure you are logged on to the PC with Administrator access enabled.
When the driver package has downloaded, extract the installer to your computer desktop.
Follow the on-screen instructions as detailed below:
The installer will also prompt you through the steps necessary to install this software.
Double-click on the Xone:PX5 DriverSetup file to begin.
Click Yes on the User Account Control prompt to confirm and continue installation.
Click Next to run the installer application.
Click on the Install tab to pre-install the Device Drivers to the default system folder.
A series of messages will be displayed…
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DRIVER INSTALLATION (PC) continued
This may take some time to complete.
Please wait while XONE:PX5 v3.39.0 software is installed...
Click Install when prompted to install Allen&Heath Sound, video and game controllers software.
Click Install when prompted to install Allen&Heath XONE:PX5 Audio Devices software.
Connect the Xone:PX5 DJ Mixer to your PC via USB and power the unit ON.
Click Next to continue once the pre-installation process has completed.
Click Finish to complete the Device Driver installation.
NOTE:
It is possible to complete the Xone:PX5 Device Driver pre-installation process without connecting the Xone:PX5 mixer to your computer. In this case you are prompted to “...disconnect and reconnect
the device to complete driver installation.”
If the mixer cannot be connected, click Yes on the prompt to close the application.
To complete installation, connect the Xone:PX5 to your PC via USB, power the mixer ON.
Wait for PC to enumerate the mixer before opening your DAW software application.
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USB SOUNDCARD — DEFAULT
The Xone:PX5 includes a 20 Channel (5 Stereo IN / 5 Stereo OUT), 24Bit/96kHz, Hi-Speed USB internal soundcard.
Mac USB Class Compliant CoreAudio CoreMIDI interface;
No Driver installation is required for operation with Mac OS X.
For operation with Microsoft Windows
®
PC, see the Driver Installation section on page 26.
USB Soundcard Specification
Channels: 20 Channel (5 Stereo IN / 5 Stereo OUT),
Supported Variable Buffer Sizes: 32 / 64 / 128 / 256 / 512 / 1024 / 2048 / 4096 / 8192 samples
Supported Sample Rates:
Bit depth:
USB MIDI Ports:
44.1 kHz / 48kHz / 88.2kHz / 96kHz
24Bit
1 x MIDI IN / 1 x MIDI OUT
Soundcard Input
USB_1
USB_2
USB_3
USB_4
USB_5
USB_6
USB_7
USB_8
USB_9
USB_10
Soundcard Output
USB_1
USB_2
USB_3
USB_4
USB_5
USB_6
USB_7
USB_8
USB_9
USB_10
DEFAULT USB AUDIO ROUTING
Mixer Channel to Computer
Xone:PX5
CH1 L (RIAA or LINE)_SND_L_1
CH1 R (RIAA or LINE)_SND_R_1
CH2 L (RIAA or LINE)_SND_L_2
CH2 R (RIAA or LINE)_SND_R_2
CH3 L (RIAA or LINE)_SND_L_3
CH3 R (RIAA or LINE)_SND_R_3
CH4 L (RIAA or LINE)_SND_L_4
CH4 R (RIAA or LINE)_SND_R_4
MASTER L or FXSEND_L_A
MASTER R or FXSEND_R_A
Mixer Channel from Computer
Xone:PX5
CH 1 L (USB)_RTN_L_1
CH 1 R (USB)_RTN_R_1
CH 2 L (USB)_RTN_L_2
CH 2 R (USB)_RTN_R_2
CH 3 L (USB)_RTN_L_3
CH 3 R (USB)_RTN_R_3
CH 4 L (USB)_RTN_L_4
CH 4 R (USB)_RTN_R_4
CH 5 L (USB)_RTN_L_A
CH 5 R (USB)_RTN_R_A
DAW Software IP Option
Analogue 1
Analogue 2
Analogue 3
Analogue 4
Analogue 5
Analogue 6
Analogue 7
Analogue 8
Analogue 9
Analogue 10
DAW Software OP Option
Analogue 1
Analogue 2
Analogue 3
Analogue 4
Analogue 5
Analogue 6
Analogue 7
Analogue 8
Analogue 9
Analogue 10
NOTE: The Xone:PX5 is fully Traktor Scratch Certified for use with timecode control setups from Traktor Scratch Pro 2 v2.11
Please refer to page 37 for details on configuring the Xone:PX5 for Traktor Scratch Pro 2.
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MIDI CONTROL
MIDI stands for Musical Instrument Digital Interface; an interface protocol from the 1980s to enable different keyboards, sequencers, drum machines, etc. to communicate with each other.
MIDI is still a common interface used by most DAW software to allow remote control of various functions within the program.
The Xone:PX5 has the ability to send and receive MIDI and features a total of 51 MIDI enabled controls;
39 buttons/switches, 5 Faders and 7 rotary controls, that can be assigned to enable control of various parameters in DJ performance software, or DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) applications.
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MIDI CONTROL continued
CHANNEL FX MODE SELECT SWITCHES
XONE:PX5 CHANNEL
A
1
2
3
4
INT
C-2
CH16
D-2
CH16
E-2
CH16
F#-2
CH16
G#-2
CH16
FX MODE
DUAL
OFF
< >
OFF
< >
OFF
< >
OFF
< >
OFF
< >
CHANNEL FILTER SELECT SWITCHES
EXT RTN
XONE:PX5 CHANNEL
A
1
2
3
4
FILTER
A#-2
CH16
B-2
CH16
C-1
CH16
C#-1
CH16
D-1
CH16
D#-1
CH16
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EXT
C#-2
CH16
D#-2
CH16
F-2
CH16
G-2
CH16
A-2
CH16
MIDI CONTROL continued
CHANNEL CUE SELECT SWITCHES
CHANNEL CUE SELECT SWITCHES
XONE:PX5 CHANNEL
A
1
2
3
4
XONE:FX
CUE
E-1
CH16
F-1
CH16
F#-1
CH16
G-1
CH16
G#-1
CH16
D1
CH16
FILTER
HPF
A-1
CH16
BPF
A#-1
CH16
LPF
B-1
CH16
FREQ
CC5
CH16
ON
C0
CH16
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MIDI CONTROL continued
XONE:FX
XONE:FX
XONE:FX
PRE/
POST
C#0
CH16
MODE
B0
CH16
TAP
C1
CH16
ON
C#1
CH16
CUE
D1
X
D0
CH16 CH16
FX X-FADE
OFF
OFF
< >
Y
D#0
CH16
ASSIGN SELECT INTERVAL DECAY
CC6 CC7 CC8 CC9
CH16 CH16 CH16 CH16
FOCUS
CC10
CH16
LEVEL
CC11
CH16
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MIDI CONTROL continued
XONE:SYNC
XONE:SYNC
BEAT LEFT BEAT RIGHT BEND LEFT BEND RIGHT STOP PLAY
F0
CH16
F#0
CH16
G0
CH16
G#0
CH16
A0
CH16
A#0
CH16
FADERS
XONE:PX5 CHANNEL FADER
1
2
3
4
CC0
CH16
CC1
CH16
CC2
CH16
CC3
CH16
CC4
X-FADER
CH16
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1
2
3
MIDI CHANNEL CHANGE
The Xone:PX5 DJ Mixer default MIDI Channel is 16.
You can change MIDI channel by holding down the FX SELECT control to enter the CONFIG menu.
Select CHANNEL and press the FX SELECT control.
This will display the current MIDI Channel.
Press the FX SELECT control to highlight current MIDI Channel.
Rotate the FX SELECT control to change the MIDI Channel.
Press FX SELECT to confirm the new MIDI Channel selection.
4
Rotate the FX SELECT control to scroll down to EXIT.
Press the FX SELECT control to exit the CHANNEL menu.
5
Rotate the FX SELECT control to scroll down to EXIT.
Press the FX SELECT control to exit the CONFIG menu.
NOTE:
MIDI Channel will remain set to the last user selected channel when power to the mixer is switched OFF.
If no change has been made in the CONFIG menu, the mixer powers
ON set to default MIDI Channel 16.
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MIDI NOTE IMPLEMENTATION TABLE
Octave
-1
0
1
2
3
4
C C# /Db D D# / Eb E
Note Numbers
F F# / Gb G G# / Ab A A# / Bb B
0 0 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 7 8 8 9 9 10 0A 11 0B
12 0C 13 0D 14 0E 15 0F 16 10 17 11 18 12 19 13 20 14 21 15 22 16 23 17
24 18 25 19 26 1A 27 1B 28 1C 29 1D 30 1E 31 1F 32 20 33 21 34 22 35 23
36 24 37 25 38 26 39 27 40 28 41 29 42 2A 43 2B 44 2C 45 2D 46 2E 47 2F
48 30 49 31 50 32 51 33 52 34 53 35 54 36 55 37 56 38 57 39 58 3A 59 3B
60 3C 61 3D 62 3E 63 3F 64 40 65 41 66 42 67 43 68 44 69 45 70 46 71 47
5
6
72 48 73 49 74 4A 75 4B 76 4C 77 4D 78 4E 79 4F 80 50 81 51 82 52 83 53
84 54 85 55 86 56 87 57 88 58 89 59 90 5A 91 5B 92 5C 93 5D 94 5E 95 5F
7
96 60 97 61 98 62 99 63 100 64 101 65 102 66 103 67 104 68 105 69 106 6A 107 6B
8
108 6C 109 6D 110 6E 111 6F 112 70 113 71 114 72 115 73 116 74 117 75 118 76 119 77
9
120 78 121 79 122 7A 123 7B 124 7C 125 7D 126 7E 127 7F
DEC HEX DEC HEX DEC HEX DEC HEX DEC HEX DEC HEX DEC HEX DEC HEX DEC HEX DEC HEX DEC HEX DEC HEX
CC Hex Note
0 0x00 C-1
1 0x01 C#-1
2 0x02 D-1
3 0x03 D#-1
4 0x04 E-1
5 0x05 F-1
6 0x06 F#-1
7 0x07 G-1
8 0x08 G#-1
9 0x09 A-1
10 0x0A A#-1
11 0x0B B-1
12 0x0C C0
13 0x0C C#0
14 0x0D D0
15 0x0E D#0
16 0x10 E0
17 0x11 F0
18 0x12 F#0
19 0x13 G0
20 0x14 G#0
21 0x15 A0
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CONNECTING X:LINK CONTROLLERS
Connecting XONE:K Series Controllers
The Xone:PX5 includes X:LINK, enabling remote control over computer software programs via a direct connection between the mixer and Xone:K Series MIDI Controllers.
X:LINK uses a standard RJ-45 connector to distribute power and MIDI data, avoiding the need to use additional computer USB ports, or a USB hub.
Connect the Cat-5 Ethernet (RJ-45) patch lead, supplied with your Xone:K Series controller, to the X:LINK OUT socket of the controller.
Connect the other end of the patch lead to the X:LINK socket on the rear panel of the Xone:PX5
NOTE:
Ensure the Xone:K Series unit is configured to send and receive
MIDI messages via a different channel to the Xone:PX5
For example:
Xone:PX5
Xone:K
= CH16
= CH15
It is also possible to further expand remote MIDI control over software by ‘daisy-chaining’ two
Xone:K Series controllers, using another Cat-5 Ethernet (RJ-45) patch lead between X:LINK OUT on the second Xone:K Series unit and X:LINK IN on the controller connecting to the X:LINK socket on the Xone:PX5 rear panel.
NOTE:
Ensure both Xone:K Series units and the Xone:PX5 are configured to send and receive MIDI messages on different channels.
For example:
Xone:PX5
1st Xone:K
= CH16
= CH15
2nd Xone:K = CH14
Using setups described above, set Xone:PX5 as the MIDI device in the host software preferences.
Please refer to your software application documentation for details on how to do this.
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TIMECODE SETUP - TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO 2
This section explains how to set up TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO 2 to control playback via Timecode from an external turntable or CD player when using with a Xone:PX5 DJ Mixer.
Ensure TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO 2 is installed and activated on your computer
NOTE: TRAKTOR PRO 2 does not support Timecode control.
Ensure that your Xone:PX5 DJ Mixer is connected to the computer via USB.
Connect turntables or CDJ media players to the LINE / PHONO Inputs on the Xone:PX5.
Set the USB LN / PH switches on the Xone:PX5 rear panel for turntables or CDJ media players.
E.g. Switch in to PH for use turntables. Switch out to LN for use with CDJ media players.
Next, on the Xone:PX5 top panel; set the corresponding Channel PHONO / USB / LINE Switch to: USB.
Next, in TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO 2; open Preferences
Select the Audio Setup dialogue
Check, or Select Xone:XP5 as the Audio Device.
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TIMECODE SETUP continued
Next, select the Output Routing dialogue
Check, or select Mixing Mode > External.
When connected, the Xone:PX5 internal soundcard input channels 1 - 8 default to;
TRAKTOR Deck Layout: C-A-B-D
Next, select the Input Routing dialogue
When connected, Xone:PX5 internal soundcard output channels 1 - 8 default to;
TRAKTOR Deck Layout: C-A-B-D
C A B D
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TIMECODE SETUP continued
Select the Timecode Setup dialogue
Change the Timecode inputs on the decks (A/B/C/D) from;
Internal Playback to Scratch Control
Select the Decks Layout dialogue
In the section Platter / Scope, choose Scope for the Decks you want to control with timecode.
Calibrate the deck(s) on the scopes with the timecode source;
Control CD, Control Vinyl, or WAV on a USB stick.
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RECORDING A MIX - TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO 2
On the Xone:PX5 rear panel, set the USB 9-10 MST/FX switch to: MST.
In Traktor, select the Input Routing dialogue.
Set Input FX Send (Ext) to: L (Mono) 9: Analogue 9 / R 10: Analogue 10
Next, select the Mix Recorder dialogue.
Set Source to: External.
Set External Input to; Input FX Send (Ext).
Finally, go to the Audio Recorder in the main Traktor screen, set your level and hit record.
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BLOCK DIAGRAM
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SPECIFICATIONS
Hardware Specification
Output Levels; Nom / Max
Internal headroom
Frequency response
Distortion
Crosstalk
Residual Noise
Mix Noise
Mic Gain
RIAA Gain
Channel/ Master Meters
Master Mix
Master RCA
Booth
FX Send
Record RCA
Channels
Master Mix
Master RCA
Booth
Master Mix
Booth
Record RCA
+ 4dBu
-10dBV
0dBu
0dBu
-10dBV
-96dBu
-99dBu
-96dBu
-86dBu
Master RCA -95dBu
-90dBu
-95dBu
+24dBu
+ 8dBV
+18dBu
+18dBu
+ 8dBV
Line in to master out +/-0.5dB from 20Hz to 30kHz
Typically 0.01% @ 1kHz 0dBu
< -85dB inter-channel @ 1kHz +10dBu
+40dB, EIN = -118dB (@ 40dB gain with 150R source)
+39dB @ 1kHz
+18dB
(10mV RMS= 0VU @ 1kHz)
12 LED -25dBu to +12dBu
Channel EQ
Channel fader
LF 400Hz MF 1.2kHz HF 3.5kHz
+6dB boost to ‘Total Kill’.
Total Kill attenuation -75dB
60mm VCA control individually replaceable.
Plug in replacement - user replaceable (see p.44)
< -85dB shutoff @ 1kHz +10dBu
Cross-fader
Filters
Digital Architecture Specification
Analogue/Digital conversion
Analogue/Digital Line-up
45mm Voltage Controlled Amplifier control.
Plug in replacement - user replaceable (see p.44)
Stereo. Analogue Voltage Controlled Filter.
USB soundcard sampling frequency range
24 bit
+14dBu = 0dBFS
44.1kHz to 96kHz
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SPECIFICATIONS continued
Model
Type
Channels
EQ
USB Soundcard
Line Inputs
Phono Inputs
USB Inputs
Mic Input
Master Output
Master 2 Output
Booth Output
Record Output
Master Insert
MIDI Sync/Out
Send/Return I/O
Internal Xone:FX
Hybrid FX Mode
FX Send
Filter
X-Link
Headphones
Channel Faders
Chanel Meters
Channel Fader Curve
X-Fader
X-Fader Curve Settings
MIDI Clock
MIDI Assignable
BPM Detection
Earth Ground Terminals
Headroom
AC Mains
Mains Adaptor
Fuse Rating
Xone:PX5
Analog
4 + 1
3-band / Total Kill (CH 1- 4 + CH A)
20 Channel (10 in / 10 out)
USB2 / Class Compliant
24bit / 96kHz
1 x MIDI IN
1 x MIDI Out
4 x RCA (CH 1- 4)
1 x 1/4" TRS (CH A) Mono/Stereo
4 x RCA (CH 1- 4)
LN/PH Switch for DVS
5 x USB (CH 1- 4 + CH A)
1 x XLR
1 x XLR (Balanced)
1 x RCA (Un-balanced)
1 x 1/4" TRS
1 x RCA (Un-balanced)
1 x 1/4" TRS
1 x 5-Pin DIN
DIN Offset Control
1 x 1/4" TRS Send
1 x 1/4" TRS Return
1 x LN/Hi-Z Switch
Yes
Yes (Internal < Dual > External)
1 x Pre/Post Selectable (CH 1- 4 + CH A)
1 x Voltage Controlled Filter
HPF / BPF / LPF
Adjustable Frequency & Resonance
Assignable CH 1- 4 + CH A + External Return
1 x RJ45
1 x 1/4"
1 x 3.5mm
Split Cue Monitoring
60mm Voltage Controlled Amplier / Replaceable
12 Segment LED
3 Types
45mm VCA / Replaceable / innoFADER Pro2 Compatible
3 Types
Send + Receive
Start / Stop / Pause / Tempo Bend (-/+)
Yes (MIDI CC / MIDI Note ON -OFF)
Auto / Manual / Tap Tempo x 2
+20dB
100 to 240V
AC 50/60Hz
Consumption 35W max
3 pin IEC socket with cable clamp
250V AC T1AL 20mm
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PANEL DRAWINGS / WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS
XONE:PX5
Height
Width
Depth
Weight
Top Panel View
UN-PACKED
110mm
320mm
375.6mm
5.2kg
4.3”
12.6”
14.8”
11.5lbs
190mm
450mm
530mm
6.6kg
PACKED
7.5”
17.7”
20.9”
14.6lbs
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Rear Panel View
PANEL DRAWINGS continued
IMPORTANT NOTE: Warning ! Do NOT cover louvres on Front or Side Panels !
Xone:PX5 is NOT compatible with standard Xone Series Rack Ear kits.
Side View
Front View
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FILTER REFERENCE
The XONE:VCF Voltage Controlled Filter
A Voltage Controlled Filter is an audio filter where the cut-off frequency is altered by a DC control voltage rather than a variable resistor. This produces a much wider operating range and more control over the filter response to create unlimited combinations of tonal effect.
Filter Type Select
The filters are ‘state variable’. This means that they provide three simultaneous filter types: high-pass, band-pass and low-pass. Three large illuminated switches select which type is active.
You can press any combination together to create different response types such as ‘notch’ and an interesting ‘all-pass’ effect. The switches are ‘soft switched’ for live performance, meaning that the audio signal is ramped between filter states to prevent audible clicks.
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The graphs below show typical effects on audio frequency response for the three filter types.
The range of sweep from low to high frequency is shown together with the effect of adjusting
RESONANCE (one frequency with several resonance settings shown).
The vertical scale shows the amount of cut or boost around the normal 0dB operating level.
The horizontal scale shows the change in frequency from low (bass) to high (treble
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OPERATING LEVELS
It is most important that the system level settings are correctly set. It is well known that many DJs push the level to maximum with meters peaking hard in the belief that they are getting the best from the system. THIS IS NOT THE CASE !
The best can only be achieved if the system levels are set within the normal operating range and not allowed to peak.
Peaking simply results in signal distortion, not more volume. It is the specification of the amplifier / speaker system that sets the maximum volume that can be achieved, not the console.
The human ear too can fool the operator into believing that more volume is needed.
Be careful as this is in fact a warning that hearing damage will result if high listening levels are maintained.
Remember that it is the QUALITY of the sound that pleases the ear, not the VOLUME.
The diagram below illustrates the operating range of the audio signal.
NORMAL OPERATING RANGE. For normal music the signal should range between
–6 and +6 on the meters with average around 0dB. This allows enough HEADROOM for unexpected peaks before the signal hits its maximum CLIPPING voltage and distorts.
It also achieves the best SIGNAL-TO-NOISE-RATIO by keeping the signal well above the residual NOISE FLOOR (system hiss).
The DYNAMIC RANGE is the maximum signal swing available between the residual noise floor and clipping.
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An important note …
The human ear is a remarkable organ with the ability to compress or ‘shut down’ when sound levels become too high.
Do not interpret this natural response as a reason to turn the system volume up further !
As the session wears on ear fatigue may set in, and the speaker cones may become hot so reducing the effectiveness of the system and listeners to gain any benefit from increased volume.
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EARTHING
The connection to earth (ground) in an audio system is important for two reasons:
SAFETY - To protect the operator from high voltage electric shock, and
AUDIO PERFORMANCE - To minimise the effect of earth (ground) loops which result in audible hum and buzz, and to shield the audio signals from interference.
For safety it is important that all equipment earths are connected to mains earth so that exposed metal parts are prevented from carrying high voltage which can injure or even kill the operator. It is recommended that a qualified system engineer check the continuity of the safety earth from all points in the system including microphone bodies, turntable chassis, equipment cases, and so on.
The same earth is also used to shield audio cables from external interference such as the hum fields associated with power transformers, lighting dimmer buzz, and computer radiation. Problems arise when the signal sees more than one path to mains earth. An ‘earth loop’ (ground loop) results causing current to flow between the different earth paths.
This condition is usually detected as a mains frequency audible hum or buzz.
To ensure safe and trouble-free operation we recommend the following:
Have your mains system checked by a qualified electrician. If the supply earthing is solid to start with you are less likely to experience problems.
Do not remove the earth connection from the console mains
plug. The console chassis is connected to mains earth through the power cable to ensure your safety. Audio 0V is connected to the console chassis internally. If problems are encountered with earth loops operate the audio ‘ground lift’ switches on connected equipment accordingly, or disconnect the cable screens at one end, usually at the destination.
Make sure that turntables are correctly earthed. A chassis earth terminal is provided on the console rear panel to connect to turntable earth straps.
Use low impedance sources such as microphones and line level equipment rated at 200 ohms or less to reduce susceptibility to interference. The console outputs are designed to operate at very low impedance to minimise interference problems.
Use balanced connections for microphones and mix output as these provide further immunity by cancelling out interference that may be picked up on long cable runs. To connect an unbalanced source to a balanced console input, link the cold input (XLR pin 3 or jack ring) to 0V earth (XLR pin 1 or jack sleeve) at the console. To connect a balanced
XLR output to unbalanced equipment, link the cold output to 0V earth at the console.
Use good quality cables and connectors and check for correct wiring and reliable solder joints. Allow sufficient cable loop to prevent damage through stretching.
If you are not sure ...
Contact your service agent or local Allen & Heath dealer for advice.
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REPLACING THE FADERS
Channel and cross-faders subject to excessive ‘wear and tear’, or extensive use, over time will require replacing. Intermittent or noisy operation is an indication of faders becoming worn. Using a propriety fader cleaner, such as CaigLube, DeOxit, etc. may temporarily restore use, but DO NOT use on new faders as this can displace factory applied finishes.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Warning! Please read the following steps in full BEFORE starting work.
If you are unsure of your ability to safely carry out the procedure described, it is advised that you contact an authorised Allen & Heath agent for local service assistance by a qualified technician. Please contact your mixer retailer, or local authorised Allen & Heath agent, for more information: www.allen-heath.com/where-to-buy
Ensure that the power switch on the rear panel is set OFF and that IEC mains cable is disconnected from the AC mains supply BEFORE opening the unit.
Have a clean flat work surface ready before starting work.
Tools you will need:
T8 Torx screwdriver
Pliers
A small container for retaining screws
Ensure erroneous objects, such as cover screws etc. do not fall into the chassis or through louvres during disassembly, and check to make sure none are loose inside the unit BEFORE reassembling.
To replace Faders
ONLY use spare part components approved by Allen & Heath for replacement.
Please contact your mixer retailer, officially authorised Allen & Heath spares supplier, or local authorised
Allen & Heath agent to order spare A&H parts: www.allen-heath.com/where-to-buy
To replace the factory standard Allen & Heath Alpha Channel Fader, order;
A&H spare part-code:
004-852X - XONE:PX5 CH FDR SPARE
To replace the factory standard Allen & Heath Alpha cross-fader, order;
A&H spare part-code:
004-853X - XONE:PX5 XFDR SPARE
The innoFADER Pro2, from Audio Innovate, is also fully compatible as a cross-fader upgrade for the
XONE:PX5. For details of innoFADER Pro2 stockists, and setup and calibration options, please visit the innoFADER website: www.innofader.com
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Ensure power switch on the mixer’s rear panel is turned OFF.
Disconnect the mains cable from AC mains supply and mixer’s IEC socket.
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Remove and retain 1 Torx screw securing, RECORD, RCA sockets to the rear panel [ i
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Remove and retain 2 Torx screws securing the rear panel MIC, XLR socket [ ii
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Remove and retain 4 Torx screws between LINE and PHONO RCA sockets on rear panel [ iii
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Remove and retain 4 circular nuts securing, EXT RTN / FX SEND, TRS (1/4” Jack) sockets [ iv
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Remove and retain 8 Torx screws securing top panel to the mixer chassis [ v
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Lift the front edge of the top panel up from the chassis, as illustrated above, to access and disconnect the internal harnesses (see below).
NOTE: Do not yet attempt to completely separate the top panel and chassis.
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With care, unplug 4, grey, flat harnesses and 1, orange, wire-form connecting the main top panel
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The top panel can now be lifted away and separated from the chassis.
Place the top panel face-down on a clean surface, taking care not to damage harnesses.
NOTE: when re-assembling the mixer, take great care to refit harnesses in correct positions and to ensure that connectors are fully fitted into their corresponding sockets.
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REPLACING THE CROSS-FADER
Step 6: To replace the cross-fader
With care, disconnect the black wire-form connecting cross-fader to the main PCBA.
Turn the top panel face up. Remove and retain 2 screws securing cross-fader tray to top panel
Take the knob off the cross-fader shaft to remove the tray clear from the top panel
Remove and retain 2 screws securing the cross-fader PCBA to the tray
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Screw the cross-fader plate back to the console.
Replace the cross-fader knob.
Re-connect the black wire-form from connecting cross-fader to the main PCBA.
Reassembly of the mixer is the reverse of Steps 1 - 5, detailed above.
NOTE: when re-assembling the mixer, take great care to refit harnesses in correct positions
(shown in Step 5 above) and to ensure that connectors are fully fitted into their corresponding sockets.
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REPLACING THE CHANNEL FADER
Step 7: To replace the channel faders
Remove the cross-fader tray prior to replacing channel fader/s, as described in Step 6 above.
Remove and retain 2 screws securing the channel fader PCBA.
Turn the top panel over and slide the Channel Fader PCBA away from its connection to the main top panel PCBA as shown.
Take the cap off the Channel Fader shaft to remove the assembly clear from the top panel.
Fit the new replacement Channel Fader assembly to the main top panel PCBA.
Ensure that pins on the main top panel PCBA fit correctly to the Channel Fader PCBA connector, as illustrated below.
Turn the top panel over, replace the Channel Fader knob.
Screw the Channel Fader back to the top panel.
Refit the cross-fader tray back to the console and replace the cross-fader knob.
Re-connect the black wire-form connecting cross-fader to the main PCBA.
Reassembly of the mixer is the reverse of Steps 1 - 5, detailed above.
NOTE: when re-assembling the mixer, take great care to refit harnesses in correct positions
(shown in Step 5 above) and to ensure that connectors are fully fitted into their corresponding sockets.
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