Owner`s manual

Ci
TM
Owner’s Manual
Installation
Getting Started
This chapter covers the basics for setting up the Ci. Refer to this chapter in
order to get the amplifier up and running quickly, and pay special attention to the
Requirements and Considerations section. It contains important information con
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cerning the operating conditions necessary to operate the Ci in a safe and stable
fashion. Also be sure to refer to the Precautions page at the front of this manual
for additional safety warnings.
Unpacking
Upon unpacking, inspect the amplifier. If you find any damage, notify your supplier
immediately. Only the consignee may institute a claim with the carrier for dam-
age incurred during shipping. Be sure to save the carton and all packing materials.
Should you ever need to ship the unit back to Crest Audio, one of its offices, service
centers, or the supplier, use only the original factory packing. If the shipping carton
is unavailable, contact Crest to obtain a replacement.
Installation And Mounting
Crest Audio Ci Power Processing amplifiers are configured to a standard set-up at
the factory. They are functional and ready to use ‘out of the box.’ All controls and
input/output connections are clearly labeled. Units are shipped standard with a
blank panel in the module bay.
To Set The Amplifier Up For Basic Usage:
1
Rack mount the amplifier, remembering to allow for adequate access and cool-
ing space. For more information, see the section titled Cooling Requirements in
this chapter.
2
. Make input connections to the Phoenix connector inputs. Make the connections
to all inputs (Ch 1 - Ch 8) for normal operation, or connect to odd channels Ch 1,
3, 5, 7 only for bridged configuration. See the sections on Input Sources and Output
Configuration in Chapter 4 – Amplifier Operation for more information.
3
Connect speakers to the output barrier strip. Be sure to make the correct
output connections for stereo or bridged configuration. See the section on Output
Module Connections in Chapter 4 – Amplifier Operation for more information.
4
Make AC power connections, allowing for proper current draw. See the section
on Circuit Size Requirements in this chapter for more information.
5
Turn the front panel three-position AC switch to ‘Active’, and bring up the rear
panel gain attenuators to the desired level.
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Always turn off and
disconnect the amplifier
from mains voltage before
making audio connections.
Also, as an extra precaution,
have the attenuators turned
down during power-up.
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