Crown Audio XLS Series Table of Contents

XLS Series Power Amplifiers
page 4 Operation Manual
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 Protecting Your Speakers ................................................10
2.9 Startup Procedure ...........................................................10
3 Operation .............................................................................11
3.1 Precautions .....................................................................11
3.2 Front Panel Controls and Indicators ...............................12
3.3 Back Panel Controls and Connectors...............................13
4 Advanced Features and Options ......................................14
4.1 Protection Systems ........................................................14
4.1.1 Output Current Limiting.........................................14
4.1.2. DC Protection ......................................................14
4.1.3 Circuit Breaker.......................................................14
4.1.4 Thermal Protection ...............................................14
5 Troubleshooting ..................................................................15
6 Specifications .....................................................................16
7 AC Power Draw and Thermal Dissipation .....................18
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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