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Crown Audio MA-3600VZ User Manual

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Operation Manual

Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier

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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 .......................................14

5.1 Protection Systems ......................................................................... 14

5.1.1 Output Device Emulation Protection (ODEP) ............................ 14

5.1.2 IOC (Input Output Comparator) ................................................ 14

5.2 Circuit Designs ................................................................................. 14

5.2.1 Grounded Bridge ...................................................................... 14

5.2.2 Variable Impedance (VZ) .......................................................... 14

5.3 Options ............................................................................................ 15

5.3.1 IQ-PIP-USP2 Adapter and PIP-Lite Module ............................. 15

5.3.2 Input Sensitivity Switch ............................................................ 15

5.3.3 Input Ground Lift Switch .......................................................... 15

6 Specifications ............................................................16

7 Troubleshooting ..........................................................20

8 Service ....................................................................21

8.1 Worldwide Service ............................................................................. 21

8.2 US and Canada Service ...................................................................... 21

8.2.1 Service at a US or Canada Service Center................................. 21

8.2.2 Factory Service ......................................................................... 21

8.2.3 Factory Service Shipping Instructions ....................................... 21

9 Warranty .................................................................22

Crown Factory Service Information Form ........................................................ 25

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