Zone mixer Allen & Heath GR3

Allen & Heath GR3

GR3 is a 1U rack-mounting or desktop audio mixer, providing simple yet comprehensive control of background music and paging in bars, restaurants, stores and other leisure/retail environments. Standout features include optional remote wallplates and a mic input on the front panel.

Individual mix and selectable control of all inputs to Z1 & Z2.

Gain and 2 band EQ available on all mic inputs with an additional 2 band EQ available on Z1 & Z2 outputs. Gain/volume rotary controls can be removed and capped (caps supplied) to prevent unauthorised use.

When audio sensed on MIC1 channel and/or PAGE contact closure is sensed then music is faded to pre-set level and MICSs2-4 muted for the duration of the announcement. MIC1 zone select LEDs flash slowly when in priority mic mode.

Installer selectable modes, including

• Primary and secondary mic modes. Perfect for controlling hierarchal microphone feeds such as simple paging announcements
• Emergency mic mode. For use with 3rd party systems in emergency situations. Mutes all inputs except MIC1 on alarm contact closure
• Juke box mode. Provides a priority line input to the system for pre-recorded announcements or programme material such as Sports channels

Entering programming mode allows the following parameters to be adjusted: Ducker attenuation, Ducker hold time, Ducker release time, Music crossfade time, Jukebox hold time, Jukebox release time.

Connectivity

• Mic inputs. 2 mic inputs on rear mount Phoenix connectors with MIC1 selectable to an optional front mounted XLR
• Line inputs. 2 stereo inputs on rear mount phono connectors
• Zone outputs. 2 stereo (mono selectable via internal jumper) zones on rear mount Phoenix connectors
• Control. Paging and Alarm contact inputs on rear mounted Phoenix connectors allow integration with 3rd party paging stations and fire alarm systems