ALLEN & HEATH XONE:4D User manual

Allen & Heath XONE:4D User Guide
USER GUIDE
Publication AP7265

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Limited OneYear Warranty
This product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or
workmanship for period of one year from the date of purchase by the
original owner.
To ensure a high level of performance and reliability for which this
equipment has been designed and manufactured, read this User Guide
before operating. In the event of a failure, notify and return the
defective unit to ALLEN & HEATH Limited or its authorised agent as
soon as possible for repair under warranty subject to the following
conditions
Conditions Of Warranty
The equipment has been installed and operated in accordance with the
instructions in this User Guide.
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
ALLEN & HEATH or its authorised agent.
This warranty does not cover fader wear and tear.
The defective unit is to be returned carriage prepaid to ALLEN &
HEATH or its authorised agent with proof of purchase.
Units returned should be packed to avoid transit damage.
In certain territories the terms may vary. Check with your ALLEN &
HEATH agent for any additional warranty which may apply.
This product complies with the European Electro magnetic
Compatibility directives 89/336/EEC & 92/31/EEC and the
European Low Voltage Directives 73/23/EEC & 93/68/EEC.
This product has been tested to EN55103 Parts 1 & 2 1996 for use in
Environments E1, E2, E3, and E4 to demonstrate compliance with the
protection requirements in the European EMC directive 89/336/EEC.
During some tests the specified performance figures of the product were
affected. This is considered permissible and the product has been passed as
acceptable for its intended use. Allen & Heath has a strict policy of
ensuring all products are tested to the latest safety and EMC standards.
Customers requiring more information about EMC and safety issues can
contact Allen & Heath.
XONE:4D User Guide AP7265
Copyright © 2008 Allen & Heath Limited. All rights reserved
Allen & Heath Limited
Kernick Industrial Estate, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 9LU, UK
http://www.allen-heath.com http://www.xone.co.uk

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Warranty............................................. 2
Packed Items ...................................... 4
Software Installation PC................... 5
Checking the Windows Driver
Installation........................................... 7
Software Installation MAC .............. 8
Checking the Mac Driver
Installation........................................... 10
MIDI Channel Setup ......................... 11
MIDI Map and Light Pipe Setup...... 12
Soundcard Architecture ................... 13
Soundcard Software Description... 14
Ableton Setup .................................... 15
Traktor Setup..................................... 16
Panel Drawings .................................. 17
Introduction ....................................... 18
Description......................................... 19
Soundcard Input Block Diagram .... 21
Soundcard Output / MIDI
Block Diagram ................................... 22
Channel Input..................................... 23
Mix and Monitor................................ 26
Filters and LFO.................................. 28
FX Returns and Crossfader ............ 29
Front Controls and Connectors.... 30
Rear Connectors............................... 31
BPM Counter..................................... 34
LFO ...................................................... 36
The LFO Editor ................................. 37
MIDI Control Section....................... 38
CONTENTS
Congratulations on purchasing the Allen & Heath Xone:4D performance
DJ mixer. To ensure that you get the maximum benefit from the unit
please spare a few minutes familiarising yourself with the controls and
setup procedures outlined in this user guide. For further information
please refer to the additional information available on our web site, or
contact our technical support team.
http://www.xone.co.uk
MIDI Implementation Chart............ 40
MIDI Note Chart............................... 41
Filter Reference ................................. 42
Operating Levels................................ 43
Earthing................................................ 44
Cables And Connectors................... 45
User Options...................................... 46
Specifications ...................................... 47
Product Registration......................... 48

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PACKED ITEMS
Check that you have received the following:
Safety Sheet
Important ! Read this sheet
before starting.
Retain for future reference.
Type A-B USB Lead
To connect the Xone:4D
to your computer.
Mains Lead
Check that the correct
mains plug is fitted.
Xone:4D mixer
Check that the rear panel optical in/out blank plugs are fitted.
Rack Ears + fixings.
For mounting the 4D
in a 19” rack.
6x M4x10mm screws
Spare knobs
and buttons

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SOFTWARE INSTALLATION PC
STOP!
BEFORE YOU DO ANYTHING WITH YOUR XONE:4D, PLEASE READ THE
FOLLOWING CAREFULLY TO ENSURE YOUR PC IS CORRECTLY SET UP TO
BE USED WITH THE DEVICE. PLEASE DOWNLOAD THE LATEST DRIVERS
FROM:
www.xone.co.uk/4d
Software Installation (Windows 2000, XP and Vista)
Follow the procedure described below to install the USB audio and MIDI drivers:
1—Using the provided power supply, connect the
Xone:4D to your mains electricity supply.
Do not connect the 4D to the PC at this time.
2—Open the Drivers folder and run Setup.exe for
Windows XP and Vista or Setup98.exe for Windows 98.
3—Select your preferred language
4—Select Install the driver
5—When prompted, connect the 4D to
the PC with the USB lead.
The Xone:4D will now initialise.

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6—You will now be asked to unplug your Xone:4D
Note: Always use the same USB port with your Xone:4D. When installing on a MS
Windows system, the drivers will be associated with the USB port that you are currently plugged
into. If you attempt to use the 4D with another USB port, or without installing the drivers at all,
the system may work but with degraded performance (XP, Vista), or may not work at all (2000).
8—Once the driver installation is complete you will be
prompted to reboot your computer.
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION PC
7—You will now be asked to plug in your Xone:4D again.
The USB drivers will now initialise.

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CHECKING THE DRIVER INSTALLATION—WINDOWS
Checking the Driver Installation
Once the driver installation is complete, you will need to check that the Xone:4D is being recog-
nised. To do this, connect the Xone:4D to your PC/laptop and then right click on My Comput-
er to open the System Properties window.
Select the Hardware tab then click on Device
Manager
Expand the Sound, Video and Game Controllers section to reveal the WDM audio and MIDI
drivers for the Xone:4D.
Expand the Universal Serial Bus Controllers section to reveal the Xone:4D ASIO driver and
its release (version) number —in this case V2.8.16.

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STOP!
BEFORE YOU DO ANYTHING WITH YOUR XONE:4D, PLEASE READ THE
FOLLOWING CAREFULLY TO ENSURE YOUR PC IS CORRECTLY SET UP TO
BE USED WITH THE MIXER.
Mac OSX
Open the Xone_4D_Driver_x.x.x.dmg to reveal the window shown.
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION—APPLE MAC
Click on the Xone:4D mpkg file to
launch the driver installation.
Click on “Continue”.
Select install location and then
click “Install”.

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SOFTWARE INSTALLATION—APPLE MAC
Enter your system password.
Click on “Continue Installation”.
Restart your Mac.

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CHECKING THE DRIVER INSTALLATION—APPLE MAC
Checking the Driver Installation
Once the driver installation is complete, you will need to check that the Xone:4D is being recog-
nised. To do this, connect the Xone:4D to your Mac and then select:
Mackintosh HD Applications Utilities Audio MIDI Setup
Now select the Audio tab and in the “Properties For” dropdown box select Allen & Heath
Xone:4D.
In the Audio Input section, the
number of channels should be seen
as 10, running at 24 bit.
In the Audio Output section, the
number of channels should be seen
as 10, running at 24 bit.
The sample rate is selectable from
44.1 to 96kHz.
Now select the MIDI Devices tab
and make sure that the Xone:4D is
seen as a MIDI device as shown.

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MIDI CHANNEL SETUP
MIDI Channel Number
The MIDI channel number will default to channel 16, but can be
changed to any channel between 1 and 16.
To change the MIDI channel number and MIDI map:
1. Hold down the switch on the encoder shown in the diagram
2. Turn on the Xone:4D
3. At the end of the start up sequence, when the illuminated
switches have flashed three times, release the switch on the
encoder.
The illuminated switches on the Xone:4D will display the current
MIDI channel number in binary format as shown below.
Channel 1
Channel 2
Channel 3
Channel 4
Channel 5
Channel 6
Channel 7
Channel 8
Channel 9
Channel 10
Channel 11
Channel 12
Channel 13
Channel 14
Channel 15
Channel 16
To change the channel number that the MIDI is transmitted on, rotate the encoder above
the jog wheel.
Once the desired channel has been selected, press and then release the switch on the
encoder above the jog wheel. The illuminated switches will flash once indicating that the
channel number has been set.
Hot Setup
You may also enter setup mode by holding down the encoder shown above and then pressing
the same encoder on the right hand MIDI pod. This allows the MIDI channel and Map to be
changed if the mixer is in a fixed installation.

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Changing the MIDI Map
Once the MIDI channel number has been stored, the illuminated switch to the far right of
the unit will flash indicating that the MIDI map may now be selected. The following
examples are in relation to the left-hand MIDI pod on the Xone:4D.
Map 1 (Traktor default)
When the desired MIDI map has been selected, press and release the switch on the
encoder above the jog wheel. The illuminated switches will flash three times indicating
that the MIDI map has been stored and that the unit is now in its normal operating mode.
MIDI MAP AND LIGHT PIPE SETUP
The first switch (far left) is used to select MIDI Map 1. In
this map the top row of encoders send ‘Note On’ messag-
es upon rotation (see MIDI Control Section p39).
The third button (centre right) is used to determine the status of the light rings. If the
third light ring is illuminated, then during normal operation all four light rings will stay
illuminated at all times.
If the third light ring is not illuminated then each light ring will toggle on and off on re-
ceipt of a specific MIDI ‘Note On’ message. The ‘Note On’ message that the light ring
responds to is the same ‘Note On’ message that is sent by the corresponding switch.
Therefore, referencing the MIDI Control Section, the first (far left) light pipe will tog-
gle on and off when it receives a ‘Note On’ message of D1.
Map 2 (Ableton default)
The second switch (centre left) is used to select MIDI Map
2. In this map the top row of encoders send ‘Control
Change’ messages upon rotation (see MIDI Control Sec-
tion p39).
The third button (centre right) is used to determine the status of the light rings. If the
third light ring is illuminated, then during normal operation all four light rings will toggle
on and off when their respective switch is pressed.
If the third light ring is not illuminated then each light ring will toggle on and off on re-
ceipt of a specific MIDI ‘Note On’ message. The ‘Note On’ message that the light ring
responds to is the same ‘Note On’ message that is sent by the corresponding switch.
Therefore, referencing the MIDI Control Section, the second (middle left) light pipe
will toggle on and off when it receives a ‘Note On’ message of B-1.

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SOUNDCARD ARCHITECTURE
ANALOGUE INPUTS:
The analogue inputs are sourced from the input channels on the Xone:4D as
follows:
Channel Soundcard Input Selectable From
1 1/2 Mic or Channel 1 (Pre or Post Fader)
2 3/4 FX2 or Channel 2 (Pre or Post Fader)
3 5/6 FX1 or Channel 3 (Pre or Post Fader)
4 7/8 Mix or Channel 4 (Pre or Post Fader)
DIGITAL INPUTS:
The SPDIF digital inputs are sourced directly from the digital input sockets on the
rear of the Xone:4D. The soundcard will internally switch between the COAX
and Optical inputs, with the COAX connection being the default. The digital
inputs are sent directly to the soundcard on inputs 9/10.
ANALOGUE OUTPUTS:
The analogue outputs are sent to the mixer from the PC/Mac and can be sourced
as follows:
Channel Soundcard Output Routing
1 1/2 Channel SC1-2 switch and rear panel
RCA connectors
2 3/4 Channel SC3-4 switch and rear panel
RCA connectors
3 5/6 Channel SC5-6 switch and rear panel
RCA connectors
4 7/8 Channel SC7-8 switch
DIGITAL OUTPUTS:
The SPDIF digital outputs are sent directly to the digital output sockets on the
rear of the Xone:4D. The digital output will be present on both the COAX and
Optical output connectors simultaneously. The digital outputs are sent directly
from software on soundcard outputs 9/10.
SPDIF DIGITAL INPUTS AND OUTPUTS
SPDIF is a popular digital audio interfacing standard for connecting two channel
(stereo) audio using a single COAX (RCA phono socket) or optical fibre (Toslink
socket) cable.
The SPDIF inputs and outputs are available only when your computer is
connected via the USB port. The computer provides the clocks needed for the
soundcard to function.
Sample rates of up to 96kHz are supported.

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SOUNDCARD SOFTWARE DESCRIPTION
SOFTWARE DESCRIPTION
The inputs and outputs of the soundcard have a description within the software being
used. Below are the descriptions used in Ableton and Traktor.
Soundcard Input Ableton Descriptor Traktor Descriptor
1-2 1/2 (Stereo) IN 0-Allen&Heath Xone:4D
1 (Mono) & 2 (Mono) IN 1-Allen&Heath Xone:4D
3-4 3/4 (Stereo) IN 2-Allen&Heath Xone:4D
3 (Mono) & 4 (Mono) IN 3-Allen&Heath Xone:4D
5-6 5/6 (Stereo) IN 4-Allen&Heath Xone:4D
5 (Mono) & 6 (Mono) IN 5-Allen&Heath Xone:4D
7-8 7/8 (Stereo) IN 6-Allen&Heath Xone:4D
7 (Mono) & 8 (Mono) IN 7-Allen&Heath Xone:4D
9-10 (Digital in 1-2) 9/10 (Stereo) IN 8-Allen&Heath Xone:4D
9 (Mono) & 10(Mono) IN 9-Allen&Heath Xone:4D
Soundcard Output Ableton Descriptor Traktor Descriptor
1-2 1/2 (Stereo) OUT 0-Allen&Heath Xone:4D
1 (Mono) & 2 (Mono) OUT 1-Allen&Heath Xone:4D
3-4 3/4 (Stereo) OUT 2-Allen&Heath Xone:4D
3 (Mono) & 4 (Mono) OUT 3-Allen&Heath Xone:4D
5-6 5/6 (Stereo) OUT 4-Allen&Heath Xone:4D
5 (Mono) & 6 (Mono) OUT 5-Allen&Heath Xone:4D
7-8 7/8 (Stereo) OUT 6-Allen&Heath Xone:4D
7 (Mono) & 8 (Mono) OUT 7-Allen&Heath Xone:4D
9-10 (Digital Out 3-4) 9/10 (Stereo) OUT 8-Allen&Heath Xone:4D
9 (Mono) & 10 (Mono) OUT 9-Allen&Heath Xone:4D
Supported Buffer Sizes
The Xone:4D supports the following buffer sizes:
64, 96, 128, 192, 256, 384, 512, 768, 1024 etc.

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Turn on your Xone:4D, launch your Ableton software and open the Preferences window.
ABLETON SET UP
1—In the Preferences window select the Audio
tab. Change the driver type to ASIO and set the Au-
dio Device to Xone:4D USB ASIO driver
In the Settings section click on the Input Config but-
ton.
2—Select the Stereo options and de-select the Mono
options. You must click OK for the changes to take
effect.
Now, in the Settings section of the Audio tab, click on
the Output Config button.
3—Select the Stereo options and de-select the Mono
options. You must click OK for the changes to take
effect.
Now select the MIDI Sync tab of the Preferences
window.
4—Set the Track, Sync and Remote to On for the
Xone:4D MIDI Input and Output.

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TRAKTOR SET UP
Turn on your Xone:4D, launch your Traktor software and open the Preferences window.
1—In the Preferences window, expand the
Audio Setup section and select Soundcard. Set
the Audio Device to Xone:4D USB ASIO driv-
er’
Now select Input Routing.
2—In the Input Routing section, assign the
Xone:4D analogue or digital inputs to the re-
quired deck.
Now select Output Routing.
3—In the Output Routing section, first make
sure that the Mixer Mode is set to External.
Now assign the Xone:4D analogue or digital out-
puts to the required deck.
4—In the Preferences window expand the
Hotkey & MIDI Setup section, select
MIDI Interfaces, double click the Active
box next the Xone:4D MIDI and an Xwill
appear. This will activate the MIDI from the
Xone:4D.

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PANEL DRAWINGS
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INTRODUCTION TO THE XONE:4D
Welcome to the Allen & Heath Xone:4D digital DJ workstation. This system has
been designed with the help of some of the world’s most cutting edge DJs to
provide a seamless integration of traditional and computer-based audio replay
systems. The Xone:4D comprises three main sections:
MIXER—The mixer is based on the award-winning Allen & Heath Xone:92. It
lets you mix a combination of vinyl, CD and other sources through 4 stereo
channels to its main mix and monitor outputs. It provides 2 effects send/return
loops, 3-band EQ isolators, 2 analogue VCF filters with LFO, VCA crossfader and
channel faders, DJ mic and cue monitoring system. A BPM counter can be set for
tap tempo or automatic beat detection.
MIDI CONTROLLER—Two dedicated control strips provide a total of 105
MIDI messages from a combination of switches, rotary and fader controls, multi-
function jog wheels, foot pedal and game controllers. A MIDI shift mode allows all
of the controls to be mapped for a second time, giving the MIDI surface a second
‘page’. A fader pick-up algorithm has been incorporated into the mixer allowing
seamless integration of the pages. In addition, several mixer functions generate
and respond to MIDI, and the BPM counter provides MIDI start/stop and clock.
The Xone:4D provides full control of external MIDI devices including the most
sophisticated DJ performance computer environments. Overlays are available to
identify the control function for popular software applications.
SOUNDCARD—A high performance 20-channel USB2.0 soundcard is built into
the mixer. The soundcard features 4 analogue stereo inputs and four analogue
stereo outputs, transmitting audio at 96kHz with 24 bit resolution. It uses USB to
interface the mixer audio and MIDI to a PC where the sound may be manipulated
in real time using one of the several exciting new DJ performance applications.
The soundcard also produces SPDIF COAX and optical digital inputs and outputs.
A low latency ASIO driver is provided for audio streaming between mixer and PC.
BPM MIXERMIDI MIDI
SOUNDCARD
FILTER 1 FILTER2
CROSSFADER
MIC
PHONES
CUE
FX1
FX2
EQ
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4
LFO
MONITOR
MASTER

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DESCRIPTION
MIXER
Each of the 4 channels can select one of 3 sources: phono, line or soundcard
audio as shown. RIAA phono preamps are available on channels 1, 2 and 3.
These may be changed to line input by resetting an internal jumper link if
required. Level may be adjusted over a +/- 10dB range if the signal reads too high
or low on the channel meters. The 3-band EQ provides a safe amount of boost
but full cut (kill) for dramatic effect. A mic input with level and 2-band EQ routes
direct to the main mix. The DJ cues the mix using headphones. The mix may be
added to the cue’d channel signal to help the DJ synchronise the beat.
FILTERS
The channel signal may be routed direct to the LR mix or through either of the
two analogue filters. These provide the characteristic Allen & Heath analogue
filter sound with combinations of 3 switched bands, swept frequency, resonance
and tap tempo LFO control. The VCA crossfader affects the filter path when
switched in.
FX LOOPS
Two FX sends are provided. FX1 may be switched pre or post fader, while FX2
is pre fader. The send is typically connected to an effects device or sampler, then
routed back to the mix via one of the two FX return inputs.
OUTPUTS
The balanced XLR mix output feeds the house sound system. The monitor
output follows the main mix and can provide a booth monitor, alternative zone or
recording feed.
BPM COUNTER
Displays the BPM (beats per minute) of a music track entered manually by tapping
a button in time to the music, or automatically by analysing the signal routed to it.
The signal may be routed from the main mix or from an individual channel via the
pre-fade FX2 mix so that the beat may be calculated and checked before the track
is routed to the mix.
The BPM counter outputs MIDI clock so that a slave device such as a hardware or
software sequencer can be synchronized to the timing of a track playing through
the Xone:4D. To aid synchronization the MIDI clock can be momentarily speeded
up or slowed down by operating the PUSH/PULL lever.
UV REACTIVE PAINT
The white artwork on the front panel of the Xone:4D uses a UV reactive layer
and will therefore glow under UV light to improve visibility in low level light
conditions.

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MIDI CONTROL
MIDI (musical instrument digital interface) is a standardised protocol for
communication between electronic music devices as well as between those
devices and computers. Two identical banks of MIDI controls are provided on
either side of the mixer section. These bring control of remote performance
equipment such as computer-based sound manipulation and sequencing, samplers,
effects and even lighting right to the mixer control surface. The function of the
controls may be identified using overlay sheets, samples of which are supplied
with the Xone:4D.
The control banks comprise both linear and rotary faders, rotary encoders with
integrated switches, push button switches with and without light ring indicators,
and large dedicated jog wheels with four position switches. A footswitch socket
and the 15-pin Game port provide control voltage input, which produce further
MIDI output from foot pedal, joystick and custom-wired controllers. Operation
of these controls does not affect any audio signals directly, but is automatically
translated into MIDI messages according to a pre-configured MIDI ‘map’. The
MIDI channel number, map and other functions are selected during the start-up
configuration procedure. Two MIDI maps are available to suit the various
performance software applications currently available. Further details are
provided later in this guide.
In addition to the dedicated MIDI controls, some of the DJ mixer functions also
output MIDI messages when operated. These include all switches with light rings,
the filter frequency controls, the crossfader, and BPM start/stop and clock. The
MIDI data is sent out of the mixer via the rear panel MIDI out and Game port
sockets, and is simultaneously transferred to a connected computer via the USB
interface. The MIDI surface has two ‘pages’, allowing all of the MIDI controls (with
the exception of the crossfader), to be mapped twice.
SOUNDCARD
The 20-channel USB2.0 soundcard is built into the mixer to ensure the highest
performance and lowest noise. 24-bit converters are used at a maximum
sampling rate of 96kHz, together with low latency ASIO drivers supplied by Allen
& Heath.
There are 4 stereo (8 mono) analogue and 1 stereo (2 mono) digital inputs to the
PC/Mac from the Xone:4D, and 4 stereo (8 mono) analogue and 1 stereo (2
mono) digital outputs from the PC/Mac to the Xone:4D.
The soundcard input block diagram is shown overleaf.
DESCRIPTION