Crown Macro-Tech MA-5002VZ Datasheet

MA-3600VZ
MA-5002VZ
T he Crown Macro-Tech Series is the defi ning
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standard for amplifi er design today. No compro-
mises, no gimmicks. Just brilliant engineering
backed by superior manufacturing, support and an
unsurpassed commitment to quality. Like all Crown
amps, the defi ning characteristic of the Macro-Tech
Series is sonic accuracy. A tight, rock-solid low end,
with smooth, detailed highs and a well-defi ned mid-
range. In short, the most accurate reproduction of an
audio signal you've ever heard. And because we put
the quality of sound above all else, a Crown amplifi er
is the most coveted amplifi er in the business.
When it comes to manufacturing amps, our work is
based on one simple fact: there are no shortcuts to
quality. And our Macro-Techs have proven it time and
time again in some of the most demanding applica-
tions in the world.
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The VZ Series is a signifi cant leap forward in ampli-
fi er design. Our patented variable impedance (VZ)
technology permits the MA-3600VZ or MA-5002VZ to
dynamically adapt to signal and load requirements in
real time. Whether you need current in a low-imped-
ance sub-woofer situation, or high-voltage swings for
those transient signals, the VZs deliver!
For more details about the Crown Macro-Tech
Series, contact the Crown Technical Support Group
at 800-342-6939 or 574-294-8200. Also, visit the
Crown Audio website at www.crownaudio.com.
Specifi cations
Note: Specifi cations relate to 120 volt, 60 Hz units
in Stereo mode with 8-ohm loads and an input sen-
sitivity of 26 dB gain at 1 kHz rated power unless
otherwise specifi ed. Specifi cations for units supplied
outside the U.S.A. may vary slightly at different AC
voltages and frequencies.
Power
Output Power: See power charts below.
Load Impedance: Safe with all types of loads, even reac-
tive ones. MA-3600VZ is rated for 2 to16 ohms in Stereo.
MA-5002VZ is rated for 2 to 8 ohms in Stereo. Both
amplifi ers are rated for 4 to 16 ohms in Bridge-Mono and
1 to 4 ohms in Parallel-Mono mode.
Voltage Gain to 8 ohm load at rated output at 1 kHz,
maximum level setting:
MA-3600VZ:
124.6:1 ±6% or 41.9 dB ±0.5 dB at 0.775 volt
sensitivity.
69.2:1 ± 6% or 36.8 dB ±0.5 dB at 1.4 volt sensitiv-
ity.
20:1 ±6% or 26 dB ±0.5 dB at +26 dB sensitivity.
* 1 kHz
MA-3600VZ
Power
1,800W
2 ohm Dual (per ch.)
1,565W
4 ohm Dual (per ch.)
1,120W
8 ohm Dual (per ch.)
3,505W
4 ohm Bridge-Mono
3,140W
8 ohm Bridge-Mono
*1 kHz Power: refers to maximum average power in watts
at 1 kHz with 0.1% THD.
M A C R O - T E C H
Features
• Crown's Grounded Bridge™ design delivers
large voltage swings without using easily
stressed output-transistor confi gurations like
conventional amplifi ers; the results are lower
distortion and superior reliability
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• Patented ODEP (Output Device Emulation
Protection) circuitry compensates for over-
heating and overload to keep the amplifier
working when others would fail
• IOC ® (Input/Output Comparator) circuitry
immediately alerts of any distortion exceeding
0.05%, providing dynamic proof of distortion-
free performance
• MA-5002VZ accepts Crown PIP2 modules. MA-
3600VZ accepts only the PIP-Lite module when
fi tted with the IQ-PIP-USP2 Adapter
• Patented Variable Impedance (VZ
supplies for each channel provide excellent
MA-5002VZ:
132:1 ±12% or 42 dB ±1 dB gain at 0.775 volt
sensitivity.
71:1 ±12% or 37 dB ±1 dB gain at 1.4-volt sensitiv-
ity.
20:1 ±3% or 26 dB ±0.25 dB gain at the maximum
level setting.
Required AC Mains (MA-3600VZ): 50/60 Hz;
100, 120, and 230VAC (±10%) units are available.
230VAC, 50/60 Hz units can be used with 220 and
240VAC. All versions draw 90 watts or less at idle.
100VAC and 120VAC units can draw up to 30 amps;
230VAC units can draw up to 15 amps. Current,
voltage and frequency requirements are provided on
unit's back panel.
Required AC Mains (MA-5002VZ): 50 or 60 Hz;
100, 120, 200, 208, 230, 240VAC (±10%). All units
draw 90 watts or less at idle. Current, voltage and
frequency requirements are provided on unit's back
panel.
* 1 kHz **
MA-5002VZ
Power
2 ohm Dual (per ch.) 2,500W
2,000W
4 ohm Dual (per ch.)
1,300W
8 ohm Dual (per ch.)
5,000W
4 ohm Bridge-Mono
4,000W
8 ohm Bridge-Mono
*1 kHz Power: refers to maximum average power in watts
at 1 kHz with 0.1% THD.
**20 Hz–20 kHz Power: refers to maximum average power
in watts from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with 0.1% THD.
S E R I E S
crosstalk characteristics and the best power
matching to your load; in the MA-5002VZ, three
special modes are provided to control how and
when the supplies shift impedance modes
• Very low harmonic and intermodulation distor-
tion result in the best dynamic transfer function
in the industry
• MA-5002VZ only: Independent error-driven
compressor for each channel that can be set for
fast or slow attack and release times
• Full protection from shorted, open and mis-
matched loads; general overheating; DC;
high-frequency overloads; and internal fault
conditions
• Three-Year, No-Fault, Fully Transferable
Warranty completely protects your investment
and guarantees its specifi cations
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AC Line Connector:
MA-3600VZ: NEMA TT30P.
MA-5002VZ: 10 AWG cordset with NEMA TT30P
plug is provided on 120VAC, 60 Hz North American
units.

Performance

Frequency Response: ±0.1 dB from 20 Hz to 20 kHz
at 1 watt.
Phase Response: ±10 degrees from 10 Hz to 20 kHz
at 1 watt.
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: > 105 dB A-weighted or 100
dB unweighted below rated power, 20 Hz - 20 kHz.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD):
MA-3600VZ: At full bandwidth power, < 0.05%
from 20 Hz to 1 kHz increasing linearly to < 0.1%
at 20 kHz.
MA-5002VZ: 1 kHz rated power, 0.05% or less true
THD.
Intermodulation Distortion (IMD): (60 Hz and 7
at 4:1)
MA-3600VZ: Less than 0.05% from 368 mil-
20 Hz–20 kHz
liwatts to full bandwidth power.
Power
MA-5002VZ: Less than 0.05% from rated power to
2,155W
35 dB below rated power at 8 ohms.
1,775W
Damping Factor: > 1,000 from 10 Hz to 400 Hz.
Slew Rate: (Slew rates are limited to useful levels for
1,090W
ultrasonic/RF protection.) > 30 volts per microsecond.
Controls
3,670W Compressor (MA-5002VZ only): A three-position
back-panel switch is used to control each channel's
input compressor. The "fast" setting provides an
attack time of 4 milliseconds and a release time of
300 milliseconds; the "slow" setting provides an
kHz