XLS Series Power Amplifiers

XLS 202

*1 kHz

Power

2-ohm Stereo (per channel)

250W

4-ohm Stereo (per channel)

200W

8-ohm Stereo (per channel)

145W

8-ohm Bridge-Mono

400W

4-ohm Bridge-Mono

500W

*1 kHz Power: refers to maximum average power in watts at 1 kHz with 0.5% THD.

XLS 402

*1 kHz

Power

2-ohm Stereo (per channel)

570W

4-ohm Stereo (per channel)

400W

8-ohm Stereo (per channel)

260W

8-ohm Bridge-Mono

800W

4-ohm Bridge-Mono

1,140W

*1 kHz Power: refers to maximum average power in watts at 1 kHz with 0.5% THD.

XLS-602

*1 kHz

Power

2-ohm Stereo (per channel)

840W

4-ohm Stereo (per channel)

600W

8-ohm Stereo (per channel)

370W

8-ohm Bridge-Mono

1,200W

4-ohm Bridge-Mono

1,680W

*1 kHz Power: refers to maximum average power in watts at 1 kHz with 0.5% THD.

1 Welcome

The XLS Series of power amplifiers from Crown represents a new era in affordable, quality power amplification. The line consists of three models in a uniform, rugged chassis, incorpo- rating the best of tried-and-true design princi- ples and innovative features.

Modern power amplifiers are sophisticated pieces of engineering capable of producing extremely high power levels. They must be treated with respect and correctly installed if they are to provide the many years of reliable service for which they were designed.

In addition, XLS Series amplifiers include a number of features which require some expla- nation before they can be used to their maxi- mum advantage.

Please take the time to study this manual so that you can obtain the best possible service from your amplifier.

1.1 Features

•Simple, reliable design incorporates many popular features.

•Housed in a rugged, all-steel 2U chassis.

•Efficient forced-air fan prevents excessive thermal buildup.

•Electronically balanced XLR inputs. Touch- proof binding post and Speakon® outputs.

•Features precision detented level controls, power switch, and four LEDs which indicate clip for each channel, power and fault condi- tions.

1.2 How to Use This Manual

This manual provides you with the necessary information to safely and correctly setup and operate your amplifier. It does not cover every aspect of installation, setup or operation that might occur under every condition. For addi- tional information, please consult Crown’s Amplifier Application Guide (available online at www.crownaudio.com), Crown Technical Sup- port, your system installer or retailer.

We strongly recommend you read all instruc- tions, warnings and cautions contained in this manual. Also, for your protection, please send in your warranty registration card today. And save your bill of sale — it’s your official proof of purchase.

Operation Manual

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Crown Audio XLS Series operation manual Welcome, Features, How to Use This Manual