Page 2 - IMPORTANT; FCC COMPLIANCE NOTICE
Operation Manual CE Series Power Amplifiers page 2 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with a dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with t...
Page 3 - DECLARATION of CONFORMITY; TCF Technical Certificate No: C975CRI1.ABS
page 3 CE Series Power Amplifiers Operation Manual DECLARATION of CONFORMITY Crown International, Inc. TCF Technical Certificate No: C975CRI1.ABS Sue [email protected] European Representative's Name and Address: Nick Owen19 Clos Nant CoslechPontprennauCardiffCF23 8ND Unit...
Page 4 - Table of Contents
Operation Manual CE Series Power Amplifiers page 4 Important Safety Instructions ....................................................... 2 Declaration of Conformity ........................................................... 3 1 Welcome .................................................... 5 1.1 Feat...
Page 5 - Welcome; How to Use This Manual
page 5 CE Series Power Amplifiers Operation Manual 1 Welcome Crown ® CE Series amplifiers provide profes- sional audio amplification for a wide range of applications, including digital cinema. The amplifiers are very affordable, and feature front-panel controls for easy setup and use. They can be re...
Page 6 - Unpack Your Amplifier; Install Your Amplifier; Setup
Operation Manual CE Series Power Amplifiers page 6 2.1 Unpack Your Amplifier Please unpack and inspect your amplifier for any damage that may have occurred during transit. If damage is found, notify the transpor-tation company immediately. Only you can ini-tiate a claim for shipping damage. Crown wi...
Page 8 - Distance
Operation Manual CE Series Power Amplifiers page 8 2.5 Choose Output Wire and Con-nectors Crown recommends using pre-built or profes-sionally wired, high-quality, two- or four-con-ductor, heavy gauge speaker wires. They should be terminated with Neutrik Speakon NL4FC con-nectors (Figure 2.6) at one ...
Page 9 - Wire Your System
page 9 CE Series Power Amplifiers Operation Manual 2.6 Wire Your System 2.6.1 Stereo Mode Make sure the amplifier is turned off and the level controls are turned down before you wire the system. Typical input and output wiring is shown inFigure 2.9. INPUTS: Connect input wiring for each channel. OUT...
Page 11 - Connect to AC Mains; Input Sensitivity Switch
page 11 CE Series Power Amplifiers Operation Manual 2.8 Connect to AC Mains Connect your amplifier to the AC mains power source (power outlet) with the supplied AC power cordset. First, connect the IEC end of the cordset to the IEC connector on the amplifier; then, plug the other end of the cordset ...
Page 12 - Operation
Operation Manual CE Series Power Amplifiers page 12 3.1 Precautions Your amplifier is protected from internal and exter-nal faults, but you should still take the following precautions for optimum performance and safety: 1. Before use, your amplifier first must be config- ured for proper operation, i...
Page 15 - , available on the Crown website
page 15 CE Series Power Amplifiers Operation Manual NOTE: For detailed information about these Crown amplifier features, please consult the Crown Amplifier Application Guide , available on the Crown website at www.crownaudio.com. 4.1 Protection Systems CE Series amplifiers are protected against shor...
Page 19 - Principles of Operation
page 19 CE Series Power Amplifiers Operation Manual For the sake of simplicity, only channel one of the amplifier is described. Signal is presented to the CE amplifier through one of three connectors when using the stan-dard input module. Each channel is outfitted with a balanced XLR/phone jack and ...
Page 21 - Troubleshooting
page 21 CE Series Power Amplifiers Operation Manual CONDITION: Power indicator is off . POSSIBLE REASON • The amplifier has lost AC power. • The amplifier’s Power switch is off. • The amplifier’s power cord is not plugged in at either end. • The amplifier’s circuit breaker has tripped. Allow the amp...
Page 22 - Specifications; Minimum Guaranteed Power
Operation Manual CE Series Power Amplifiers page 22 7 Specifications Minimum Guaranteed Power CE 1000 CE 2000 120 VAC, 60 Hz Units, Stereo mode, per channel, both channels driven 1 kHz with < 0.5% THD 2 ohms 4 ohms 8 ohms 560 W450 W275 W 975 W660 W400 W 120 VAC, 60 Hz Units, Bridge mono mode 1 kH...
Page 23 - Worldwide Service; Crown Factory Service; Service
page 23 CE Series Power Amplifiers Operation Manual Crown amplifiers are quality units that rarely require servicing. Before returning your unit for servicing, please contact Crown Technical Support to verify the need for servicing. This unit has very sophisticated circuitry which should only be ser...
Page 24 - SUMMARY OF WARRANTY; Warranty; UNITED STATES & CANADA
Operation Manual CE Series Power Amplifiers page 24 YEAR 3 SUMMARY OF WARRANTY Crown International, 1718 West Mishawaka Road, Elkhart, Indiana 46517-4095 U.S.A. warrants to you, the ORIGINAL PURCHASER and ANY SUB-SEQUENT OWNER of each NEW Crown product, for a period of three (3) years from the date ...
Page 25 - WORLDWIDE EXCEPT USA & CANADA
page 25 CE Series Power Amplifiers Operation Manual YEAR 3 9 Warranty WORLDWIDE EXCEPT USA & CANADA SUMMARY OF WARRANTY Crown International, 1718 West Mishawaka Road, Elkhart, Indiana 46517-4095 U.S.A. warrants to you, the ORIGINAL PURCHASER and ANY SUB-SEQUENT OWNER of each NEW Crown1 product, ...
Page 27 - Crown Factory Service Information; NATURE OF PROBLEM
page 27 CE Series Power Amplifiers Operation Manual Crown Factory Service Information Shipping Address: Crown Factory Service, 1718 W. Mishawaka Rd., Elkhart, IN 46517 Phone: 1-800-342-6939 or 1-574-294-8200 Fax: 1-574-294-8124 Owner’s Name : _________________________________________________________...