Crown Audio M Series - Manual (Page 4)

Operation Manual
M Series Power Amplifiers
page 4
Important Safety Instructions .......................................................2
Declaration of Conformity ............................................................3
1 Welcome .................................................... 5
1.1 Features ...........................................................................5
1.2 How to Use This Manual ..................................................5
2 Setup ......................................................... 6
2.1 Unpack Your Amplifier ....................................................6
2.2 Install Your Amplifier ......................................................6
2.3 Ensure Proper Cooling ...................................................6
2.4 Choose Input Wire and Connectors ................................7
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 Connect to AC Mains ......................................................10
2.8 Startup Procedure ...........................................................10
3 Operation ...................................................11
3.1 Precautions ..................................................................... 11
3.2 Front Panel Controls and Indicators ............................... 13
3.3 Back Panel Controls and Connectors............................... 13
4 Advanced Features and Options .........................14
4.1 Crown SST Modules ..................................................... 14
4.2 Fault Monitoring ............................................................ 14
4.3 Barrier Block Outputs .................................................... 15
4.4 Tamper-Resistant Hole Plugs ......................................... 15
4.5 Optional 0.775-V Input Sensitivity Setting ..................... 15
5 Principles of Operation ....................................16
6 Troubleshooting ............................................18
7 Specifications ..............................................19
8 Service . ....................................................21
8.1 International and Canada Service ................................... 21
8.2 US Service ..................................................................... 21
8.2.1 Service at a US Service Center ............................. 21
8.2.2 Factory Service ..................................................... 21
8.2.3 Factory Service Shipping Instructions .................. 21
8.2.4 Packing Instructions.............................................. 21
8.2.5 Estimate Approval.................................................. 21
8.2.6 Payment of Non-Warranty Repairs......................... 21
9 Warranty ....................................................22
Crown Factory Service Information Form ...................................25
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