Crown Audio IQ-P.I.P.-MEM - Manual (Page 5)

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IQ–P.I.P.-MEM Programmable Input Processor for IQ Systems
Quick Install Procedure
This procedure is provided for those who are already familiar with Crown’s IQ System and
who would like to install the IQ–P.I.P.-MEM in the shortest time possible. Less experienced
installers or those wishing a full explanation of the installation procedure are encouraged to
go to Section 4 where the full installation procedure is described.
Prepare the IQ–P.I.P.-MEM:
1. Set the IQ address switch SW1 (see Figures 4.1 and 4.2) on the IQ–P.I.P.-MEM to
an unused IQ address. (Tip: Record the IQ address on the small blank label that is
provided on lower right corner of the PIP
™ panel.)
2. Set the input switches S1 and S2 (see Figures 4.3 and 4.4) for the desired input gain
and, if a microphone input is desired, phantom power. (Tip: Record the input setting
on the small blank label that is provided on lower right corner of the PIP panel.)
3. Set jumpers JP4 and JP5. Set both jumpers JP4 and JP5 to the “OUT” position if
either a PIP2-compatible amplifier (such as the Com-Tech10 Series or Macro-Tech
02 Series) will be used. Both JP4 and JP5 should be set to the “IN” position for all
other amplifiers.
Prepare the amplifier:
4. Turn down the level controls of the amplifier and turn off the amplifier.
5. Unplug the power cord of the amplifier from the AC mains.
6. Remove the existing PIP or cover panel from the amplifier back panel (two screws).
7. Set the amplifier input sensitivity switch to 0.775 V. (See the Reference or Owner’s
Manual of the amplifier.)
Install the IQ–P.I.P.-MEM into the amplifier:
8. Carefully ground yourself to the chassis of the amplifier before installing the IQ–
P.I.P.-MEM. It is a good idea to maintain ground contact between yourself and the
amplifier while inserting the module into the PIP card rails in the next step.
9. Install the IQ–P.I.P.-MEM into the amplifier:
Standard PIP Amplifiers: Align the edges of the IQ–P.I.P.-MEM in the PIP card rails
and firmly push the unit in until it seats against the mounting bracket (see Figure
4.5).
PIP2 Compatible Amplifiers: Connect the PIP2 input adapter to the amplifier input
cables. Plug the IQ–P.I.P.-MEM into the PIP2 input adapter and insert the assembly
into the PIP opening in the back of the amplifier (see Figure 4.6 and 4.7).
10. Tighten the two PIP mounting screws until it is secured to the amplifier back panel.
Install the wiring:
11. Connect the IQ–P.I.P.-MEM to the IQ System via the Crown Bus (see Section 4.6 if
more information is needed).
12. Connect the audio signal wiring to the IQ–P.I.P.-MEM (see Section 4.7 if more infor-
mation is needed).
13. Connect the amplifier back to the AC receptacle.
Adjust the levels and scale factors:
14. Turn the level controls of the amplifier to their full setting. Use the software-con-
trolled input attenuators on the IQ–P.I.P.-MEM to adjust the input levels down.
15. Standard PIP Amplifiers: Manually configure the scaling factors of the IQ–P.I.P.-
MEM with appropriate IQ System software.
PIP2 Compatible Amplifiers: The scaling factors will be automatically set.