Cerwin-Vega CV-900 - Manual (Page 3)

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your decision to purchase Cerwin-vega’s innovative new CV Series professional power amplifier! Engineered for superior
sound reproduction, the CV Series line of professional amplifiers deliver top quality audio at an affordable price. The CV Series offer a stan-
dard of reliability and efficiency that makes them the perfect solution for every DJ, musician, and sound engineer. Welcome to a new level
of professional quality sound performance!
UNPACKING & INSTALLATION
Although it is neither complicated to install, nor difficult to operate your amplifier, a few minutes of your time are required to read this man-
ual for a properly wired installation, and to become familiar with the unit’s features. Please take great care in unpacking the unit and do
not discard the carton and other packing materials. They may be needed when moving the unit and are required if it ever becomes nec-
essary to return the unit for service. Never place the unit near a radiator, in front of heating vents, in direct sunlight, in excessive humid-
ity, or dusty locations to avoid damages and to guaranty a long reliable use. Connect the unit with the system components according to
the description on the following pages.
FEATURES
• Cerwin-vega amplifiers deliver the following power ratings.
• CV-900 - 2 x 210 Watts at 8 ohm, 2 x 320 Watts at 4 ohm and 2 x 420 Watts at 2 ohm
• CV-1800 - 2 x 400 Watts at 8 ohm, 2 x 600 Watts at 4 ohm and 2 x 900 Watts at 2 ohm
• CV-2800 - 2 x 600 Watts at 8 ohm, 2 x 900 Watts at 4 ohm and 2 x 1400 Watts at 2 ohm
• 2-channel, parallel or bridged mono operating modes for flexible application 900 Watts for CV-900, 1800 Watts for CV-1800 and 2800
Watts for CV-2800
• Independent limiters for each channel reduce overload distortion
• Independent input level controls for each channel allow precision adjustments
• Precise signal and clip LED indicators to monitor performance, allow you to correct for overloading (clipping) condition
• Low-frequency filters (40 Hz) remove rumble and subsonic frequencies
• Twin-tunnel and two temperature-sensitivity forced-air cooling system to maintain a low operating temperature during use
• Balanced XLR or balanced 1/4-inch TRS Combination input connector for each channel and LINK ports
• 5-way output binding posts or Speakon® connectors enable secure operation
• High-current toroidal transformer for absolute reliability
• Independent DC and thermal overload protection on each channel automatically protects amplifier and speaker from damage or failure
• The CV-Series can be mounted in any standard 19” rack