Crown Audio CE Series Table of Contents, Welcome, Setup, Operation, Troubleshooting, Service

CE Series Power Amplifiers

Table of Contents

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	8
2.6	Wire Your System	9
	2.6.1 Stereo Mode	9
	2.6.2 How to Parallel the Inputs	9
	2.6.3 Bridge-Mono Mode	10
2.7	Input Sensitivity Switch	11
2.8	Connect to AC Mains	11
2.9	Startup Procedure	11
3 Operation		12
3.1	Precautions	12
3.2	Controls, Indicators and Connectors	13
3.3	Front Panel Controls and Indicators	14
3.4	Back Panel Controls	14
4 Advanced Features and Options		15
4.1	Protection Systems	15

4.1.1 Bias Servo	15
4.1.2 Fault	15
4.1.3 Ultrasonic and Radio Frequency Protection	15
4.1.4 Drive Protection	15
4.1.5 Compression	15
4.1.6 Power Circuit Breaker	15
4.1.7 Proportional-speed Fan	15
4.2 Advanced Features	15
4.2.1 Crown SST Modules	15
4.2.2 Fault Monitoring	17
4.3 Options	18
4.3.1 Accessories	18
4.3.2 Alternate Output Connectors	18
4.3.3 Tamper-Resistant Hole Plugs	18
4.3.4 Optional 0.775 V Input Sensitivity Setting	18
5 Principles of Operation	19
6 Troubleshooting	21
7 Specifications	22
8 Service	23
8.1 Worldwide Service	23
8.2 US and Canada Service	23
8.2.1 Service at a US or Canada Service Center	23
8.2.2 Factory Service	23
8.2.3 Factory Service Shipping Instructions	23
9 Warranty	24
Crown Factory Service Information Form	27

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