ART HQ231 Dual 31-Band Equalizer with Feedback Finder

The newest member of the HQ Series, HQ 231, features ART's FDC Feedback Detection Circuitry. The ART proprietary FDC differs from similar systems in that it is extremely fast. Although it illuminates the band with the greatest energy with the brightest LED, it doesn't fully discriminate between bands and will not get "stuck" on one band when there is no signal.

The HQ 231 utilizes a set of indicators that show which of the many EQ bands has the greatest energy. The LED indicators can immediately show which band corresponds to the feedback frequency, allowing the sound engineer to reduce gain in that band to quickly kill the feedback while having a minimal impact on the sound of the live program material. The FDC also acts as a simple spectrum viewer while the concert proceeds showing where the 'hot' areas are. During system setup and sound check, the FDC may be used to help identify room and sound system resonances. By increasing the gain until feedback, it is easy to identify those frequencies that are likely to be problems. Reducing the gain in these bands helps tune the sound system, and, remove problem areas before the show begins. It also helps increase the gain margin before feedback.

The unit also features constant Q circuitry, 45mm center detent sliders with selectable boost or cut range of 6dB or 12dB, balanced XLR, 1/4 in. and unbalanced RCA input and output connections, high and low pass filters, analog level metering, variable input controls, signal clip level indicators, ground lift switch, internal power supply and selectable line voltage. The rugged, all-steel chassis occupies 2U rack spaces and is intended for installation into standard 19 in. equipment racks.

Applications for the HQ-231 include Live Sound Systems/PA, Permanent or Fixed Installations, Church, Club and Practice PA Systems, DJ Sound Systems, Home and Project Recording Systems, and Monitor Systems.

Features:
FDC Feedback Detection Circuit

Dual Channel 31-Band Graphic Equalizer

Output Level VU Metering on Each Channel

Constant-Q Filtering

Individual High and Low Pass Filters on Each Chanel

Center-Detented Frequency Band Sliders

Independent Level and Bypass Controls on Each Channel

Relay Bypass -- If Power is Lost, Signal Will Still Pass

Occupies 2 Rack Spaces

Variable Input Controls

Signal Clip Level Indicators

Ground Lift Switch

Internal Power Supply

Selectable Line Voltage

Technical Info

Dimensions: 7.5 in d x 19.0 in w x 3.5 in h

Filter Type: Constant Q 3% center accuracy

Frequency Bands: 2 x 31, 1/3 octave, ISO spacing

Frequency Response: 20Hz 20kHz, +/- 0.5dB

Output Noise: 94dBm (unweighted)

Input Impedance: 20K ohms typical

Input/Output Connections: Active balanced XLR and 1/4in TRS, Unbalanced RCA

Maximum Input Level: +22dBm

Maximum Output Level: +22dBm

Power (Switchable): 95?125 VAC, 50/60Hz, 190-250 VAC, 50Hz

Range: +/-6dB or +/-12dB selectable

Total Harmonic Distortion: .01% (20Hz20kHz+10 dBu )

Weight: 12 lbs.

This newest member of the HQ series will kick the snot out of feedback. Indicators show which EQ bands have the most energy, letting you roll them off before they become a problem. During soundcheck, use it to identify resonant frequencies that could cause problems during the show.