K Series Power Amplifiers
3 Setup
3.7 Connect to AC Mains
Connect your amplifier's power cord to the AC mains power source (power outlet).
WARNING: The third prong of this con- nector (ground) is an important safety feature. Do not attempt to disable this ground connection by using an adapter or other methods.
Amplifiers don't create energy. The AC mains voltage and current must be sufficient to deliver the power you expect. You must operate your amplifier from an AC mains power source with not more than 10% variation above or below the amplifier's specified line voltage and within the specified frequency requirements (indicated on the amplifier's back panel label). If you are unsure of the output voltage of your AC mains, please consult your electrician.
3.8 Startup Procedure
Use the following procedure when first turning on your amplifier:
1. Turn down the level of your audio source.
2. Turn down the Level controls of the amplifier.
3. Turn on the Power switch. The Enable indica- tor next to the Power switch should glow.
4. Turn up the level of your audio source to an optimum level.
5. Turn up the Level controls on the amplifier until the desired loudness or power level is achieved.
6.Turn down the level of your audio source to its normal range.
If you ever need to make any wiring or installa- tion changes, don't forget to disconnect the power cord.
For help with determining your system's opti- mum gain structure (signal levels) please refer to the Crown Amplifier Application Guide, available online at www.crownaudio.com.
4 Operation
4.1 Precautions
Your amplifier is protected from internal and external faults, but you should still take the fol- lowing precautions for optimum performance and safety:
1.Before use, your amplifier must be config- ured for proper operation as described in the Setup section of this manual. Improper wiring can result in serious operating difficulties. For advanced setup techniques, consult Crown's Amplifier Application Guide available online at www.crownaudio.com.
2.Use care when making connections, select- ing signal sources and controlling the output level. The load you save may be your own!
3.Do not short the ground lead of an output cable to the input signal ground. This may form a ground loop and cause oscillations.
4.Never connect the output to a power supply, battery or power main. Electrical shock may result.
5.Tampering with the circuitry, or making unauthorized circuit changes may be hazardous and invalidates all agency listings.
6.Do not operate the amplifier with the Clip LED constantly flashing.
7.Do not overdrive the mixer, which will cause clipped signal to be sent to the amplifier. Such signals will be reproduced with extreme accu- racy, and loudspeaker damage may result.
8.Do not operate the amplifier with less than the rated load impedance. Due to the amplifier's output protection, such a configuration may result in premature clipping and speaker dam- age.
Crown is not liable for damage that results from overdriving other system components.
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