Crown Audio MA-3600VZ operation manual Specifications

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Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier

6 Specifications

Minimum Guaranteed Power

120VAC, 60 Hz Units

100VAC International

120 VAC International

230VAC International

(see page 18 for complete power specifications)

 

Units

Units

Units

 

 

 

 

 

Power in watts per channel,1 kHz, 0.1% THD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stereo mode with both channels driven

 

 

 

 

2 ohms per ch.

1800W

1460W

1490W

1520W

4 ohms per ch.

1565W

1300W

1300W

1325W

8 ohms per ch.

1120W

980W

985W

965W

 

 

 

 

 

Bridge-Mono mode

 

 

 

 

4 ohms

3505W

2835W

2980W

2800W

8 ohms

3140W

2625W

2600W

2515W

 

 

 

 

 

Parallel-Mono mode

 

 

 

 

1 ohm

3555W

2820W

2980W

2910W

2 ohms

3190W

2585W

2600W

2565W

 

 

 

 

 

Performance (120V AC units in stereo mode with 8 ohm load)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Frequency Response

 

 

 

 

(at 1 watt, 20Hz - 20 kHz) see Figure 6.3

± 0.1 dB

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Phase Response

 

 

 

 

(at 1 watt, 10Hz - 20 kHz) see Figure 6.6

±10°

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Signal to Noise Ratio below full bandwidth power

 

 

 

 

20 Hz to 20 kHz

>100 dB

 

 

 

A-weighted

>105 dB

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)

 

 

 

 

at rated power, from 20 Hz to 1 kHz

< 0.05%

 

 

 

at rated power, at 20 kHz

< 0.1%

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Intermodulation Distortion (IMD)

 

 

 

 

60 Hz and 7 kHz at 4:1,from 368 milliwatts to full rated output

< 0.05%

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Damping Factor

 

 

 

 

10 Hz to 400 Hz See Figure 6.4

>1000

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Crosstalk

 

 

 

 

(below rated power, 20 Hz to 10 kHz)

see Figure 6.7

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Controlled Slew Rate

> 30 volts/microsecond

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Input Impedance nominally balanced, nominally unbalanced

20 k ohms, 10 k ohms

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Operation Manual

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Contents Macro-Tech Series Some models may be exported under the name AmcronImportant Safety Instructions Importantes Instructions de SécuritéSafety Standard Declaration of ConformityCrown International, Inc Competent Body’s Name and AddressTable of Contents Features How to Use This ManualWelcome Setup Install Your AmplifierUnpack Your Amplifier Ensure Proper CoolingBalanced Line Choose Input Wire ConnectorsUnbalanced Line Choose Output Wire and Con- nectors Output Connector WiringWire Your System Stereo Mode Bridge-Mono ModeParallel-Mono Mode Control works both channelsStartup Procedure PrecautionsOperation Connect to AC MainsFront Panel Controls Indicators Dust Filter Level Control Signal/IOC IndicatorEnable Indicator Enable SwitchReset Button Input Sensitivity SwitchGround Lift Switch PIP ModuleAdvanced Features Options Input Ground Lift Switch Advanced Features and OptionsOptions IQ-PIP-USP2 Adapter and PIP-Lite Module Specifications Power Draw at Idle DimensionsWeight Output ImpedanceMinimum Power Matrix Output Impedance Troubleshooting Service Warranty United States & CanadaWorldwide Except USA & Canada Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier Product Registration This page Intentionally Left Blank Crown Factory Service Information Nature of Problem

MA-3600VZ specifications

The Crown Audio MA-3600VZ is a high-performance power amplifier designed for professional audio applications, particularly in live sound reinforcement and permanent installations. This versatile amplifier is well-regarded for its durability, efficiency, and robust performance, making it a popular choice among audio engineers and sound technicians.

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