Crown Audio CTs 1200 - Manual (Page 7)

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CTs Power Amplifi ers
Operation Manual
CTs Multi-Channel Models ......................31
Declaration of Conformity ............................................................ 32
1 Welcome ..................................................... 33
1.1 Features ............................................................................ 33
2 How to Use This Manual ................................... 33
3 Setup ......................................................... 34
3.1 Unpack Your Amplifi er ...................................................... 34
3.2 Install Your Amplifi er ......................................................... 34
3.3 Ensure Proper Cooling ...................................................... 34
3.4 Choose Input Wire and Connectors ................................... 35
3.5 Choose Output Wire and Connectors ................................ 35
3.6 Wire Your System .............................................................. 36
3.6.1 Dual 8/4 Mode .......................................................... 36
3.6.2 Dual 70V Mode ......................................................... 36
3.6.3 Bridge-Mono 16/8 Mode .......................................... 37
3.6.4 Bridge-Mono 100V Mode ......................................... 37
3.7 Connect to AC Mains ........................................................ 38
3.8 Startup Procedure ............................................................. 38
4 Operation .................................................... 39
4.1 Precautions ....................................................................... 39
4.2 Front Panel Controls and Indicators .................................. 40
4.3 Back Panel Controls and Connectors ................................ 41
5 Advanced Features and Options .......................... 42
5.1 Protection Systems ........................................................... 42
5.1.1 Thermal Level Control (TLC) ..................................... 42
5.1.2 Fault .......................................................................... 42
5.1.3 Fault Isolation Topology (FIT) .................................... 42
5.1.4 35-Hz High-Pass Filter .............................................. 42
5.1.5 AC Under-/Over-Voltage Protection ........................... 42
5.1.6 Power Fuse ............................................................... 42
5.1.7 Inrush Limiting .......................................................... 42
5.1.8 Variable-speed Fans .................................................. 42
5.2 Advanced Features ............................................................ 42
5.2.1Switching Power Supply ............................................ 42
5.2.2 Mode Switch ............................................................. 42
5.2.3 Bridge Mode Indicator ............................................... 42
5.2.4 Channel Level Control ............................................... 43
5.3 Options ............................................................................. 44
5.3.1 Control Modules ....................................................... 44
5.3.2 Input Sensitivity ........................................................ 44
6 Troubleshooting ............................................ 45
7 Specifi cations .............................................. 47
8 AC Power Draw and Thermal Dissipation ............... 51
CTs 2-Channel and Multi-Channel Models
9 Service ....................................................... 53
9.1. International and Canada Service ..................................... 53
9.2 US Service ........................................................................ 53
9.2.1 Service at a US Service Center ................................... 53
9.2.2 Factory Service ......................................................... 53
9.2.3 Factory Service Shipping Instructions ........................ 53
9.2.4 Packing Instructions .................................................. 53
9.2.5 Estimate Approval ...................................................... 53
9.2.6 Payment of Non-Warranty Repairs.............................. 53
10 Warranty ................................................... 54
Factory Service Information Form ................................................ 57
Product Registration Form ............................................................ 59
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