Introduction; Product Overview; Product Features; Installation Requirements - Ashly AQM 408 Operating Manual

AQM 408 • Operating Manual
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Introduction

Thank you for your purchase of the AQM408 DSP
Mixer. This product combines four balanced line
inputs and eight balanced line outputs. Matrix
mixing with comprehensive DSP processing
allows custom designed installations. In addition,
there are three VCA remote level control inputs
and two multi-purpose trigger inputs.
DSP processing including advanced ducking
matrix mixing, tone generation, integrated
Ethernet control using Ashly AquaControl™
software, remote control, triggered/scheduled
events, and much more. Please read this entire
manual to fully understand the features and
capabilities of this product.
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Product Overview

The AQM408 provides four balanced line inputs
and eight balanced line outputs, each with a full
routing mixer matrix for all eight outputs.
DSP includes matrix routing and mixing per
output, advanced ducking, graphic and parametric
EQ, FIR filters, limiting/compression, noise
gate, autoleveling, crossover, delay, and more.
Additional features include event scheduling/
triggering, remote control, and more.
The AQM408 is configured and controlled
using server-based Ashly AquaControl™
software, compatible with most browser
enabled devices. AquaControl is served from
the AQM408, installing an application on your
computer, phone, or tablet is unnecessary.
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Product Features

• Four balanced inputs
• Eight independent mixers with matrix routing
• Eight balanced outputs
• Ashly AquaControl software served directly
from the AQM408, runs on most web-
browsers, no app to install.
• Password protected security roles for admin,
guest admin, operator, or view only
• Secure, custom GUI remote control options,
deployable to browser-equipped devices
• Create presets, sub-presets, and templates
• Advanced ducking, autoleveler, FIR filter,
comp/limiter, EQ, crossover, & more
• Real-Time-Clock for scheduled events or
event sequences
• Three assignable VCA level control inputs
• Two programmable triggered event logic
inputs
• Front panel LEDs for Power, COM, Input, and
Output channel status
• Certifications: FCC, CE, RoHS, UL, CSA
• Ashly five year worry-free warranty
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Installation Requirements

2.1

Electrical and Wiring

The AQM408 is designed with a universal
power supply, compatible with 100-240VAC,
50-60Hz. Always use the power cord supplied
with your unit. Do not remove AC ground.
Always use high quality shielded cable for
input signals, and use a balanced input signal
when possible. To avoid possible system noise
or oscillation, avoid running low level signal
wires parallel to speaker outputs or AC wiring,
especially over long distance. Before testing
the system, double check all connections and
settings. Refer to the specifications section
of this manual for input, output, Ethernet, and
other amplifier properties to consider during
installation.
2.2

Mechanical

The AQM408 is 1RU, designed to fit in a
standard 19-inch equipment rack. Use four
screws when mounting the product to the front
rack rails. (see mechanical drawing).
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