Crown Audio PIP-BLU Module - Manual (Page 4)

Networked PIP Series
Reference Manual
page 4
Quick Install Procedure
This procedure is provided for those who would like to install the PIP card in the shortest time
possible and are already familiar with Harman Pro System Architect and HiQnet. A more complete
installation procedure is outlined in the installation section.
Note: The PIP-BLU module is only available preinstalled from the factory.
Prepare the amplifier:
1. Turn down the level controls of the amplifier and turn off the amplifier.
2. Unplug the power cord from the AC mains.
3. Remove the existing PIP or cover from the amplifier back panel (two screws).
4. On the PIP-USP4-CN and PIP-BLU, make sure that the input sensitivity switches located
inside the amplifier are in the 26dB mode (middle) position for both, channel 1 and 2.
Install the PIP module into the amplifier:
5. Carefully ground yourself to the chassis of the amplifier before installing the PIP card. It is a
good idea to maintain ground contact between yourself and the amplifier while inserting the
module into the amplifier in the next step.
6. Position the PIP module so the ribbon cable connectors located along the back edge on the
underside of the module can be clearly seen. Attach the ribbon cables from the amplifier to
the ribbon-cable connectors. For PIP-Lite, the 20 pin cable (A) should go to the connector
closest to the corner (J2A) and the 18 pin cable (B) should go to the other connector. For
PIP-USP4-CN, make sure to install the supplied ferrite core to the 18 pin cable (B) before
connecting. The 20 pin cable (A) should go to the connector further inside and away from the
corner (AJ9), and the 18 pin cable should connect to the one closest to the corner (BJ5).
Important: Be careful when attaching the ribbon cable to the connector. Applying pressure
to an improperly seated connector could cause the keying tabs, which ensure proper pin
alignment, to break. Connecting the ribbon cables with improper pin alignment will likely
result in damage to the PIP.
7. With both cables firmly attached, turn the PIP back to an upright position. Verify that the
cables run untwisted between the amplifier and the PIP. Insert the PIP into the amplifier while
taking care not to crimp, pinch or stretch the ribbon cables.
8. Tighten the two PIP mounting screws until it is secured to the amplifier back panel, making
sure the supplied star-washers contact the PIP panel for a good ground connection.
9. Make sure the amplifier is left in Dual mode – Bridging is done via software (USP4-CN only)
Install the wiring:
10. Connect the PIP to the Ethernet network used for control. Each PIP must connect to its own port
on a 100 Megabit Ethernet Switch with a standard straight CAT5 network cable. A 10 Megabit
connection will work with the PIP-Lite but is not recommended for systems with a high number
of components. A 10 Megabit connection will not work with the PIP-USP4-CN or PIP-BLU.
11. Connect the amplifier back to the AC mains and reset the back panel input attenuators to the
proper levels. For the USP4-CN and PIP-BLU the input attenuators should be set to wide
open, no attentuation for all the features to function properly.