Crown Audio 1201, 2401 Stereo Amplifier User Manual


 
Operation Manual
Micro-Tech Series Power Amplifiers
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions ..................................2
Declaration of Conformity .......................................3
1 Welcome ...................................... 5
1.1 Features ......................................................5
1.2 Unpacking Your Amplifier ........................... 5
2 How to Use This Manual .................... 5
3 Setup ........................................... 6
3.1 Unpack Your Amplifier ...............................6
3.2 Install Your Amplifier .................................6
3.3 Ensure Proper Cooling ..............................6
3.4 Choose Input Wire and Connectors ...........7
3.5 Choose Output Wire and Connectors ........ 8
3.6 Wire Your System ......................................9
3.6.1 Stereo Mode .....................................9
3.6.2 Bridge-Mono Mode ..........................9
3.6.3 Parallel-Mono Mode ........................9
3.7 Set Input Sensitivity ...................................10
3.8 Set Ground Lift Switch ...............................10
3.9 Connect to AC Mains ................................10
3.10 Startup Procedure ....................................10
4 Operation ..................................... 11
4.1 Precautions ................................................11
4.2 Controls, Indicators and Connectors ..........12
4.2.1 Front Panel Facilities .........................12
4.2.2 Rear Panel Facilites............................13
5 Advanced Features and Options .........................14
5.1 Protection Systems ........................................................14
5.1.1 ODEP ....................................................................14
5.1.2 Ultrasonic and Radio Frequency Protection .......... 14
5.1.3 Drive Protection ....................................................14
5.1.4 Transformer Thermal Protection ...........................14
5.1.5 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...................................14
5.2 Accessories ...................................................................15
5.2.1 Cooling Fan Options ............................................15
5.2.2 Input Connectors Option ..................................... 15
5.3 Filter Cleaning ...............................................................15
6 Principles of Operation ....................................16
6.1 Overview .......................................................................16
6.2 Circuit Theory ...............................................................16
6.2.1 Stereo Operation ...................................................17
6.2.2 Bridge-Mono Operation ........................................18
6.2.3 Parallel-Mono Operation ......................................18
7 Troubleshooting ............................................19
8 Specifications ..............................................20
9 AC Power Draw and Thermal Dissipation ..............22
10 Service ....................................................24
10.1 Worldwide Service ........................................................24
10.2 US and Canada Service ................................................24
10.2.1 Service at a US or Canada Service Center .......... 24
10.2.2 Factory Service ...................................................24
10.2.3 Factory Service Shipping Instructions ................24
11 Warranty ...................................................25
Crown Factory Service Information Form ...................................27