ALLEN & HEATH SQ-6 Reference Guide

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Reference Guide V1.5.0
5.3 SLink
Digital multichannel (Neutrik etherCON) – For expanding the SQ using Allen & Heath
Remote Audio Units. Mode switchable between dSnake/ME, DX and gigaACE/GX
protocols.
Protocol
Sample Rate
Max Inputs
Max Outputs
dSnake/ME
48kHz
40
20 (+40 ME)
DX
96kHz
32
32
gigaACE/GX
96kHz
128
128
 SLink does not support multiple protocols on a single connection.
 Check www.allen-heath.com for the latest ‘SLink Connections’ document to see
supported configurations for the current firmware.
5.4 USB
SQ-Drive – Located on the surface of the SQ. Can be used to connect USB ‘pen/stick’
drives, or portable HDD’s or SSD’s. Used for storing and recalling data, firmware
updates and stereo or multitrack audio recording and playback.
USB-B – For connection to a Windows or Mac computer, in order to use the built-in
32x32 audio and MIDI interface.
 See the SQ-Drive and USB-B section for more information.
5.5 Network
This is used to connect the SQ to a wireless router, access point or local area
network, allowing the SQ to transmit and receive control data. For use with Allen &
Heath SQ apps, and for MIDI over TCP/IP.
5.6 I/O Port
For the connection of SQ option cards, allowing expansion and connectivity using
Allen & Heath (SLink) or third-party protocols (including Dante and Waves).
 See www.allen-heath.com for all available option cards.
5.7 Footswitch
Connect a single or dual, momentary or latching footswitch, and use to control
functions such as mutes, tap tempo or scene changes.
 See the Footswitch Setup section for more information.

ALLEN & HEATH SQ-6 Specifications

General

Channels quantity	48 channels
Supported sample rates	96 kHz
Digital sound processing	- bit
DJ mixer	-
Product color	Black
Output impedance	75 Ω
MIDI out	Yes
RJ-45 ports quantity	1
Power consumption (typical)	- W

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	514.9 mm
Width	638 mm
Height	198 mm
Weight	14500 g
Package depth	680 mm
Package width	820 mm
Package height	360 mm
Package weight	17300 g