Document Outline

• 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 the manufacturer’s instructi...
• 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appar...
• 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has...
• 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience re...
• 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• 12) Use only with a cart, stand, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with th...
• 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus ...
• 15) To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
• Table of Contents
  • 1 Welcome
  • 1.1 Features
  • 1.2 How to Use This Manual
    • 2 Setup
  • 2.1 Unpack Your Amplifier
  • 2.2 Install Your Amplifier
  • 2.3 Ensure Proper Cooling
  • 2.4 Choose Input Wire and Connectors
  • 2.5 Choose Output Wire and Connectors
  • Distance
  • Wire Size
    • up to 25 ft.
    • 16 gauge
    • 26-40 ft.
    • 14 gauge
    • 41-60 ft.
    • 12 gauge
    • 61-100 ft.
    • 10 gauge
    • 101-150 ft.
    • 8 gauge
    • 151-250 ft.
    • 6 gauge
  • 2.6 Wire Your System
    • 2.6.1 Stereo Mode
    • 2.6.2 Bridge-Mono Mode
  • 2.7 Input Sensitivity Switch
  • 2.8 Connect to AC Mains
  • 2.9 Startup Procedure
    • Figure 2.1 CE 1000 and CE 2000 Dimensions
    • Figure 2.2 Airflow
    • Figure 2.3 Balanced Input Connector Wiring
    • Figure 2.4 Unbalanced Input Connector Wiring
    • Figure 2.5 Barrier Strip Input Wiring: Balanced Signal In
    • Figure 2.6 Neutrik® Speakon® Connector
    • Figure 2.7 Output Connector Wiring for Stereo with Optional CEAS1 Output Module.
    • Figure 2.8 Optional CEAS2 5-way Binding Post Output Connector (Left) Each Pair of Posts Connects ...
    • Figure 2.9 Typical System Wiring, Stereo Mode
    • Figure 2.10 Typical System Wiring, Bridge-Mono Mode
    • Figure 2.11 Location of Input Sensitivity Switch
• 2 Setup
• 2 Setup
• 2 Setup
• 2 Setup
• 2 Setup
  • Figure 3.1 Controls, Indicators & Connectors
• 3 Operation
  • 3 Operation
  • 3.1 Precautions
  • 3.2 Controls, Indicators and Connectors
  • 3.3 Front Panel Controls and Indicators
  • 3.4 Back Panel Controls
• 3 Operation
• 4 Advanced Features and Options
  • Figure 4.1 SST-SBSC Crossover Network
  • Figure 4.2 SST-4622 Crossover Network
  • Figure 4.3 Location of Fault Jack
  • Figure 4.4 Fault Status LED Circuitry
  • Figure 4.5 RJ-11 Jack Wiring and Pin Assignments
  • Figure 4.6 Model CEAS1 Barrier Block Output Connectors
  • Figure 4.7 Model CEAS2 5-way Binding Post Output Connectors
  • Figure 4.8 Tamper-Resistant Hole Plugs Installed in a CE Series Amplifier
• 4 Advanced Features and Options
• 4 Advanced Features and Options
  • 4 Advanced Features and Options
  • 4.1 Protection Systems
    • 4.1.1 Bias Servo
    • 4.1.2 Fault
    • 4.1.3 Ultrasonic and Radio Frequency Protection
    • 4.1.4 Drive Protection
    • 4.1.5 Compression
    • 4.1.6 Power Circuit Breaker
    • 4.1.7 Proportional-speed Fan
  • 4.2 Advanced Features
    • 4.2.1 Crown SST Modules
    • 4.2.2 Fault Monitoring
  • 4.3 Options
    • 4.3.1 Accessories
    • 4.3.2 Alternate Output Connectors
    • 4.3.3 Tamper-Resistant Hole Plugs
    • 4.3.4 Optional 0.775-V Input Sensitivity Setting
      • 5 Principles of Operation
• 5 Principles of Operation
  • Figure 5.1 CE Series Amplifier Block Diagram (Shown with Standard Input Module)
    • 6 Troubleshooting
    • 7 Specifications
    • 8 Service
  • 8.1 Worldwide Service
  • 8.2 US and Canada Service
    • 8.2.1 Service at a US or Canada Service Center
    • 8.2.2 Factory Service
    • 8.2.3 Factory Service Shipping Instructions:
  • Owner’s Name :
  • Shipping Address:
  • Phone Number: ________________________________Fax Number: ________________________________ Email
  • Model: __________________________________________________________________________________ Serial ...
  • Purchase Date :
  • NATURE OF PROBLEM
  • (Be sure to describe the conditions that existed when the problem occurred and what attempts were...
  • Other equipment in system:
  • If warranty has expired, payment will be: £ Cash/Check £ Visa £ Master Card £ C.O.D. £ Purchase O...
  • Card Number:___________________________________ Exp. Date:___________________
  • Signature:______________________________________________________________________
  • ENCLOSE THIS PORTION WITH THE UNIT. DO NOT MAIL SEPARATELY.
    • 9 Warranty
• 9 Warranty