Welcome; Features; How To Use This Manual - Crown MA-5002VZ Operation Manual

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1 Welcome

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The Macro-Tech 5002VZ is the most
advanced amplifier to offer Crown's patented
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Variable Impedance (VZ ) power supply tech-
nology. New semiconductor technology is
combined with superior VZ power supplies to
enable the Macro-Tech 5002VZ to pack unprec-
edented power levels into 5¼ inches (13.3 cm)
of vertical rack space. The Macro-Tech 5002VZ
also features enhanced PIP2™ compatibility for
access to custom input modules, and because
it's a Macro-Tech, you have the added benefit of
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ODEP protection to keep the show going long
after other amplifiers would fail.
Modern power amplifiers are sophisticated
pieces of engineering capable of producing
extremely high power levels. They must be
treated with respect and correctly installed if
they are to provide the many years of reliable
service for which they were designed.
In addition, the MA-5002VZ amplifier includes
a number of features which require some expla-
nation before they can be used to their maxi-
mum advantage.
Please take the time to study this manual so
that you can obtain the best possible service
from your amplifier.

1.1 Features

• Grounded Bridge™ design delivers large
voltage swings without stressing output-
transistors, resulting in lower distortion
and superior reliability.
• Patented ODEP (Output Device Emulation
Protection) circuitry compensates for
overheating and overload to keep the
amplifier working when others would fail.
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• IOC (Input/Output Comparator) circuitry
immediately alerts of any distortion
exceeding 0.05%, providing dynamic
proof of distortion-free performance.
• Articulated VZ power supplies for each
channel provide excellent crosstalk char-
acteristics and the best power matching to
your load.
Macro-Tech MA-5002VZ Power Amplifier
2 How to Use This
Manual
This manual provides you with the necessary
information to safely and correctly setup and
operate your amplifier. It does not cover every
aspect of installation, setup or operation that
might occur under every condition. For addi-
tional information, please consult Crown's
Amplifier Application Guide (available online at
www.crownaudio.com), Crown Technical Sup-
port, your system installer or retailer.
We strongly recommend you read all instruc-
tions, warnings and cautions contained in this
manual. Also, for your protection, please send
in your warranty registration card today. And
save your bill of sale—it's your official proof of
purchase.
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