User guide
Table Of Contents
- 1) Read these instructions.
- 2) Keep these instructions.
- 3) Heed all warnings.
- 4) Follow all instructions.
- 5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
- 6) Clean only with a dry cloth.
- 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructi...
- 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appar...
- 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has...
- 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience re...
- 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
- 12) Use only with a cart, stand, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with th...
- 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
- 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus ...
- 15) To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
- Table of Contents
- 1 Welcome
- 1.1 Features
- 1.2 How to Use This Manual
- 2.1 Unpack Your Amplifier
- 2.2 Install Your Amplifier
- 2.3 Ensure Proper Cooling
- 2.4 Choose Input Wire and Connectors
- 2.5 Choose Output Wire and Connectors
- Distance
- Wire Size
- 2.6 Wire Your System
- 2.7 Input Sensitivity Switch
- 2.8 Connect to AC Mains
- 2.9 Startup Procedure
- Figure 2.1 CE 1000 and CE 2000 Dimensions
- Figure 2.2 Airflow
- Figure 2.3 Balanced Input Connector Wiring
- Figure 2.4 Unbalanced Input Connector Wiring
- Figure 2.5 Barrier Strip Input Wiring: Balanced Signal In
- Figure 2.6 Neutrik® Speakon® Connector
- Figure 2.7 Output Connector Wiring for Stereo with Optional CEAS1 Output Module.
- Figure 2.8 Optional CEAS2 5-way Binding Post Output Connector (Left) Each Pair of Posts Connects ...
- Figure 2.9 Typical System Wiring, Stereo Mode
- Figure 2.10 Typical System Wiring, Bridge-Mono Mode
- Figure 2.11 Location of Input Sensitivity Switch
- 2 Setup
- 2 Setup
- 2 Setup
- 2 Setup
- 2 Setup
- 3 Operation
- 3 Operation
- 4 Advanced Features and Options
- Figure 4.1 SST-SBSC Crossover Network
- Figure 4.2 SST-4622 Crossover Network
- Figure 4.3 Location of Fault Jack
- Figure 4.4 Fault Status LED Circuitry
- Figure 4.5 RJ-11 Jack Wiring and Pin Assignments
- Figure 4.6 Model CEAS1 Barrier Block Output Connectors
- Figure 4.7 Model CEAS2 5-way Binding Post Output Connectors
- Figure 4.8 Tamper-Resistant Hole Plugs Installed in a CE Series Amplifier
- 4 Advanced Features and Options
- 4 Advanced Features and Options
- 5 Principles of Operation
- Figure 5.1 CE Series Amplifier Block Diagram (Shown with Standard Input Module)
- 8.1 Worldwide Service
- 8.2 US and Canada Service
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- 9 Warranty

CE Series Power Amplifier
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Operation Manual
4.3.3 Tamper-Resistant Hole Plugs
Your CE Series amplifier comes with a set of
tamper-resistant hole plugs, which allow you to
“protect” the level controls against unauthorized
adjustment. To use, simply pull off the control
knobs from the front of the amp, and slip the hole
plugs into place (see Figure 4.8). The plugs should
press easily into position with light force. Once in
place, the plugs will help to avoid most accidental
or intentional tampering (some situations may
require additional security measures).
To remove the hole plugs, simply pry the plug away
from the amplifier case using a small, flat-blade
screwdriver. To help to ensure adequate security, the
plugs have been designed to be more difficult to
remove than to place into position. If necessary,
additional hole plugs can be purchased separately
from Crown’s Parts Department (Part # 103234-1).
Store your knobs in a safe location should you need
to make level adjustments in the future.
4.3.4 Optional 0.775-V Input
Sensitivity Setting
The CE Series amplifier also provides an optional
0.775-V input sensitivity setting. If you determine
that your application requires this sensitivity set-
ting, please contact Crown Technical Support for
more information.
4 Advanced Features
and Options
Figure 4.6 Model CEAS1 Barrier Block
Output Connectors
Figure 4.7 Model CEAS2 5-way
Binding Post Output Connectors
Figure 4.8 Tamper-Resistant Hole Plugs
Installed in a CE Series Amplifier
4.3 Options
4.3.1 Accessories
CE HANDLES
Handles complement your amplifier’s appearance,
aid in transportation, and facilitate rack mounting
and removal. They are available from Crown’s Sales
Department; just ask for “CE Handles.”
CE-S1
Speakon to barrier output adapter. Compatible with
CE versions CE 1000 and CE 2000 amplifiers (ini-
tial release).
CE-S2
Speakon to 5-way binding post adapter.Compatible
with CE versions CE 1000 and CE 2000 amplifiers
(initial release).
4.3.2 Alternate Output Connectors
For added system flexibility, Crown offers optional
secondary output connectors that are compatible
with the current CE versions: CE 1000A , CE 2000A,
CE 1000B and CE 2000B amplifiers. (These model
numbers are printed only on the serial number
label.)
You have a choice of either the CEAS1 barrier block
(see Figure 4.6) or the CEAS2 5-way binding post
connectors (see Figure 4.7). Alternate output con-
nectors may come factory installed on new amplifier
orders. They can also be added to existing CE
Series amplifiers by an authorized Crown Service
Center. For more information, please contact Crown
Technical Support.










