Safety
Before powering on the SQ, read the safety instructions sheet (AP9240/CL1-1) that is supplied along with this
guide. For your own safety and that of the operator, technical crew and performers, follow all instructions and
heed all warnings included in these documents and printed directly on the equipment.
Registration
To be kept informed of updates, the latest firmware and new releases for the SQ range, register your SQ-5 at
www.allen-heath.com/register
Firmware and Reference Guide
This introduction is intended to give you an overview of the SQ-5 hardware and outline operating principles.
Visit
www.allen-heath.com
to obtain the latest version of firmware and reference guide. The latest firmware is
required if you intend to use any SQ Apps with your SQ.
Introduction
Features
The SQ is a high resolution 96kHz audio mixing console. It has been designed using the latest technology to
provide the most detailed and accurate sound quality, along with a range of options for expandability and
integration.
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Accessories
SQ-5-RK19
19” Rack Mounting Kit (12u)
SQ-BRACKET
Detachable Metal Bracket for iPad/tablet
AP11332
Water repellent polyester dustcover with printed logo
AR84
8 XLR input, 4 XLR output, dSnake Remote AudioRack (Rackmount)
AR2412
24 XLR input, 12 XLR output dSnake Remote AudioRack (Rackmount)
AB168
16 XLR Input, 8 XLR Output, dSnake Remote AudioRack (StageBox/Rackmount)
DX168
16 XLR Input, 8 XLR Output, 96kHz DX Remote AudioRack (StageBox/Rackmount)
DX164-W
16 XLR Input, 4 XLR Output, 96kHz DX Wall Mount Audio Expander
DX-HUB
Remote Audio Hub with 4 DX Link ports (Rackmount kit available)
AH9650
100m drum of EtherFlex Cat5e with locking Neutrik EtherCon connectors
AH9981
50m drum of EtherFlex Cat5e with locking Neutrik EtherCon connectors
AH9651
20m of Neutrik EtherFlex Cat5e with locking Neutrik EtherCon connectors
SLink Port Compatibility
Sample Rate
Protocol
Max Length
DX168, DX16-4W, DX Hub
96kHz
DX
100m
Cat5e or higher
AR2412, AR84, AB168
48kHz
dSnake
120m
Cat5e or higher
ME-U, ME-1, ME-500
48kHz
dSnake
Cat5e or higher
SQ Range
48 input channels with preamp, HPF, PEQ, gate, comp, delay
32 output channels (LR, 12 mono/stereo Mix, 3 Stereo Matrix)
8 stereo FX with dedicated return channels
8 Mute groups, 8 DCA groups
Source patching (Local, SLink remote, Option card, USB)
Output socket and Insert I/O patching
Multi-channel USB streaming and direct to USB drive recording
Talkback mic input, dual footswitch control, wireless control
SQ-5 Specific
96 fader strips (16+1 faders, 6 layers)
16 local mic/line input sockets
3 local stereo line input sockets
12 XLR + 2 TRS output sockets
8 assignable SoftKeys
Rack mountable
