Crown Audio MA-5002VZ Stereo System User Manual


 
Operation Manual
MA-5002VZ Power Amplifier
page 4
Important Safety Instructions...................................................................2
Declaration of Conformity.......................................................................3
1 Welcome .............................................................5
1.1 Features.......................................................................................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 ..........................................................10
3.7 Connect to AC Mains ..................................................................11
3.8 Startup Procedure .......................................................................11
4 Operation ............................................................11
4.1 Precautions .................................................................................11
4.2 Front Panel Controls and Indicators ..........................................12
4.3 Back Panel Controls and Connectors ..........................................13
5 Advanced Features and Options .............................15
5.1 Protection Systems...............................................................15
5.1.2 Output Device Emulation Protection (ODEP) ...............15
5.1.3 IOC (Input Output Comparator)....................................15
5.2 Circuit Designs ....................................................................15
5.2.1 Grounded Bridge .........................................................15
5.2.2 Variable Impedance (VZ) .............................................15
5.2.3 ILoad/ILimit ................................................................16
5.2.4 Loudspeaker Offset Integration ....................................16
5.3 Options ................................................................................16
5.3.1 PIP Modules ...............................................................16
6 Troubleshooting ................................................17
7 Specifications...................................................18
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
Factory Service Information Form.....................................................25
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