User guide
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- 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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- NATURE OF PROBLEM
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- 9 Warranty
CE Series Power Amplifiers
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Operation Manual
Important Safety Instructions .......................................................2
Table of Contents .........................................................................3
1 Welcome .................................................... 4
1.1 Features .........................................................................4
1.2 How to Use This Manual ................................................4
2 Setup ......................................................... 5
2.1 Unpack Your Amplifier ....................................................5
2.2 Install Your Amplifier ......................................................5
2.3 Ensure Proper Cooling ....................................................5
2.4 Choose Input Wire and Connectors .................................6
2.5 Choose Output Wire and Connectors ..............................7
2.6 Wire Your System ...........................................................8
2.6.1 Stereo Mode ...........................................................8
2.6.2 Bridge-Mono Mode ................................................9
2.7 Input Sensitivity Switch ...................................................10
2.8 Connect to AC Mains ......................................................10
2.9 Startup Procedure ...........................................................10
3 Operation .................................................... 11
3.1 Precautions .....................................................................11
3.2 Controls, Indicators and Connectors ...............................12
3.3 Front Panel Controls and Indicators ................................13
3.4 Back Panel Controls ........................................................13
4 Advanced Features and Options ......................... 14
4.1 Protection Systems .........................................................14
4.1.1 Bias Servo ..............................................................14
4.1.2 Fault .......................................................................14
4.1.3 Ultrasonic and Radio Frequency Protection ............14
4.1.4 Drive Protection.......................................................14
4.1.5 Compression ..........................................................14
4.1.6 Power Circuit Breaker .............................................14
4.1.7 Proportional-speed Fan ..........................................14
4.2 Advanced Features ..........................................................14
4.2.1 Crown SST Modules ..............................................14
4.2.2 Fault Monitoring .....................................................16
4.3 Options ............................................................................17
4.3.1 Accessories ............................................................17
4.3.2 Alternate Output Connectors ...................................17
4.3.3 Tamper-Resistant Hole Plugs .................................17
4.3.4 Optional 0.775-V Input Sensitivity Setting ..............17
5 Principles of Operation ................................... 18
6 Troubleshooting ............................................ 20
7 Specifications .............................................. 21
8 Service ....................................................... 22
8.1 Worldwide Service ...........................................................22
8.2 US and Canada Service ...................................................22
8.2.1 Service at a US or Canada Service Center ...............22
8.2.2 Factory Service .......................................................22
8.2.3 Factory Service Shipping Instructions ....................22
9 Warranty ..................................................... 23
Crown Factory Service Information Form ....................................25
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