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The information furnished in this manual does not include all of the details of design, production, or variations of the equipment. Nor does it cover every possible situation which may arise during installation, operation or maintenance. If you need special assistance beyond the scope of this manual, please contact the Crown Technical Support Group.
Micro-Tech 600 Amplifier Service Manual Table of Contents Introduction ... 4 Scope ... 4 Warranty ... 4 Parts Information ... 5 Specifications ... 6 Voltage Conversion ... 7 Circuit Theory ... 8 Electrical Checkout Procedures ... 13 Parts List (Non-Module) ... 17 Module and Schematic Information ...
MT-600 amplifier including the Amcron MT-601. The Parts Listings include parts specific for the US version and the European version (MT-600E13). For parts specific only to other versions contact the Crown Technical Support Group for help in finding part numbers.
PART NUMBERING SYSTEMS As of the printing of this manual, Crown is using two numbering systems. The elder system always uses eight characters. The first character is a letter. Com- mon letters used are C, D, H, M, P, and Q.
8 ohm load per channel, both channels driven, the sensitivity switch in the 26dB position, the AC supply is 120VAC at 60Hz. Crown specifications are guaranteed through the warranty period (normally 3 years). Because our testing methods are more strin- gent than our published specifications, every Crown amplifier will exceed its published specifications.
The 120 Volt 60 Hz version, sold in the United States, is not voltage selectable. It does not have voltage selection boards. This version is to be used only with 120 Volts and only with 60Hz. All other versions of the Micro Tech 600 use voltage selection boards.
OVERVIEW It should be noted that over time Crown makes im- provements and changes to their products for various reasons. This manual is up to date as of the time of writing. For additional information regarding these amplifiers, refer to the applicable Technical Notes provided by Crown for this product.
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This negative feedback fixes gain at the offset reference points (and the output of the Error Amp) at a factor of -25.2 with respect to the amplifier output. The Voltage Translators are arranged in a common base configuration for non-inverting voltage gain with equal gain.
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PNP. One difference is that the PNP bias resistor is slightly greater in value so that PNP output devices run closer Figure 2. Crown Patented Grounded Bridge Topology Micro-Tech 600 Amplifier Service Manual Theory to the cutoff level under static (no signal) conditions.
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AB+B in the same manner as the HS. When the amplifier output swings positive, the audio is fed to an op-amp stage where it is inverted. This inverted signal is delivered directly to the bases of the positive (NPN) and negative (PNP) LS predrivers. The negative drive forces the LS PNP devices on (NPN off).
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BALANCED INPUTS Figure 3. Typical Crown Amplifier Basic Block Diagram (One Channel Shown) Micro-Tech 600 Amplifier Service Manual Theory +VOLTAGE TRANSLATOR ERROR OUTPUT DEVICE EMULATION PROTECTION -VOLTAGE TRANSLATOR INVERTING BRIDGE BALANCE POSITIVE +LVA HIGH SIDE OUTPUT NPN STAGE HIGH SIDE...
Electrical Checkout Procedures GENERAL INFORMATION The following test procedures are to be used to verify operation of this amplifier. DO NOT connect a load or inject a signal unless directed to do so by the proce- dure. These tests, though meant for verification and alignment of the amplifier, may also be very helpful in troubleshooting.
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4. Increase output level until current limit oc- curs. Current limit should occur at 20 ±2 Amps (20 Vpk). Observe clean (no oscillations) current clipping. TEST 10: SLEW RATE & 10 KHZ SQUARE WAVE Spec: 13 - 15 V/µS. Initial Conditions: Controls per standard.
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Electrical Checkout Procedures TEST 12: OUTPUT POWER Spec at 8 Ohm Stereo: >= 235W at 0.1% THD. Spec at 4 Ohm Stereo: >= 340W at 0.1% THD. Spec at 2 Ohm Stereo: >= 410W at 0.1% THD. International 8 Ohm Stereo: >=220W at 0.1% THD. International 4 Ohm Stereo: >=275W at 0.1% THD.
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Micro-Tech 600 Amplifier Service Manual Electrical Checkout Procedures TEST 18: TURN OFF TRANSIENTS Spec: No dangerous transients. Initial Conditions: Controls per standard. Procedure: From an on condition, turn off the amplifier and monitor the output noise at the time of turn off. Note: Turn off noise may increase significantly if the amplifier is cycled off and on.
Fuse Module, Ch 2 (50-60 Hz Units) A10285-23 7 Amp Fuse (100-120V Units) A10285-21 5 Amp Fuse (200-240V Units) A10285-7 .5 Amp Fuse (120V 60Hz Units Only) D 6419A0 Power Transformer (120V 60Hz Units Only) D 7685-7 Power Transformer (50-60Hz Universal Voltage) D 6301A0...
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Front Panel Overlay "ODEP" F10861A5 Old Front Panel Overlay "Supply" To upgrade the old plastic filter assembly to the new metal style, a kit may be ordered using Crown part number M44077-2. This kit includes a new bottom cover. MAIN CHASSIS ASSEMBLY...
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MAIN CHASSIS ASSEMBLY (CONT.) ITEM A10110-70605 Screw, 6-32-.312 Taptite Ph (Covers) A10086-70806 8-32 x .37 Screw A10094-3 #6 Internal Star Washer A10094-6 #8 Internal Star Washer A10094-8 #10 Internal Star Washer, Zinc A10099-7 #10 Nylonb Shoulder Washer A10100-16 7/16OD x .203ID Washer A10102-8 10-32 Hex Nut A10109-10822...
Module and Schematic Information MODULE HISTORY The Micro Tech 600 amplifier was introduced in Janu- ary 1986. Since then there have been several updates and revisions, some of which called for new modules. The following is a list of all modules used up to this date, August 1995.
Q42549-8 Output Module (P10115-7 board) Parts List CAPACITORS C 3978-1 C 6804-6 C 6804-6 C 3996-3 C 6807-9 C 6806-1 C 6807-9 C 6809-5 C 6810-3 DIODES C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1...
Q42647-0 Output Module (P10137-1 board) Parts List CAPACITORS C 3978-1 C 6804-6 C 6804-6 C 3996-3 C 6807-9 C 6806-1 C 6807-9 C 6809-5 C 6810-3 DIODES C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1...
Q42717-1 Output Module (P10233-8 board) Parts List CAPACITORS C 3978-1 C 3218-2 C 3218-2 C 8534-7 C 6807-9 C 6806-1 C 6807-9 C 6810-3 C 6809-5 DIODES C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1...
Q42871-6 Output Module (P10305-4 board) Parts List CAPACITORS C 8511-5 C 7964-7 C 7964-7 C 8534-7 C 8534-7 C 6806-1 C 6807-9 C 6810-3 C 6809-5 C 6806-1 DIODES C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1...
Q42968-0 Output Module (P10341-9 board) Parts List CAPACITORS C 8511-5 C 7964-7 C 7964-7 C 8534-7 C 6807-9 C 6806-1 C 6807-9 C 6810-3 C 6809-5 C 6806-1 DIODES C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1...
Q43202-3 Output Module (P10397-1 board) Parts List CAPACITORS C 8511-5 C 7964-7 C 7964-7 C 8534-7 C 8534-7 C 6806-1 C 6807-9 C 6810-3 C 6809-5 C 6806-1 DIODES C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1 C 2851-1...
Q42552A0 Main Module (D6304A4/D6304B2 board) Parts List CAPACITORS C 4303-1 C 3913-8 C 4303-1 C 6802-0 C100 C200 C 5053-1 C101 C201 C 2821-4 C103 C203 C 6805-3 C104 C204 C 6805-3 C105 C205 C 6950-7 C106 C206 C 6950-7 C108 C208 C 6812-9...
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Q42552A0 Main Module (D6304A4/D6304B2 board) Parts List Cont. R116 R216 A10266-3351 R118 R218 A10266-2711 R119 R219 A10266-3011 R120 R220 A10266-2711 R121 R221 C 5062-2 R122 R222 A10266-2741 R123 R223 A10266-1831 R124 R224 A10266-6821 R125 R225 C 7782-3 R126 R226 C 7782-3 R127 R227 A10266-6821...
Q42713-0 Main Module (D 6910-0 board) Parts List CAPACITORS C 4303-1 C 3913-8 C 4303-1 C 6802-0 C 6806-1 C 6806-1 C100 C200 C 5311-3 C101 C201 C 2820-6 C103 C203 C 6805-3 C104 C204 C 6805-3 C105 C205 C 6812-9 C106 C206 C 6812-9...
Q42776-7 Main Module (D 7251-8 board) Parts List CAPACITORS C 3913-8 C 3913-8 C 6802-0 C 6806-1 C 6806-1 C 6094-9 C 6806-1 C100 C200 C 5311-3 C101 C201 C 2820-6 C103 C203 C 6805-3 C104 C204 C 6804-6 C105 C205 C 6812-9 C106...
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Q42776-7 Main Module (D 7251-1 board) Parts List Cont. Q116 Q216 C 3786-8 Q117 Q217 D 2961-7 Q118 Q218 D 2961-7 Q119 Q219 C 3625-8 Q120 Q220 C 3625-8 Q121 Q221 C 7458-0 Q122 Q222 C 7458-0 RESISTORS A10265-53621 A10266-2402 A10266-2402 A10265-46421 A10266-3321...
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Q42776-7 Main Module (D 7251-1 board) Parts List Cont. INTEGRATED CIRCUITS C 5095-2 C 5096-0 U100 U200 C 6911-9 U103 U203 C 6910-1 U104 U204 C 6900-2 CONNECTORS C 7593-4 C 4508-5 C 7527-2 C 7592-6 C 7526-4 J100 J200 C 6777-4 J500 J800...
Q42983-9 Main Module (D7911-7 board) Parts List CAPACITORS C 4303-1 C 3913-8 C 6802-0 C 6806-1 C 6806-1 C 6804-6 C100 C200 C 5311-3 C101 C201 C 2821-4 C103 C203 C 6805-3 C104 C204 C 6805-3 C105 C205 C 6812-9 C106 C206 C 6812-9...
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Q42983-9 Main Module (D7911-7 board) Parts List Cont. Q117 Q217 D 2961-7 Q118 Q218 D 2961-7 Q119 Q219 C 3625-8 Q120 Q220 C 3625-8 Q121 Q221 C 7458-0 Q122 Q222 C 7458-0 Q123 Q223 C 7458-0 Q124 Q224 C 3625-8 RESISTORS A10265-53621 A10266-2402...
Q43038-1 Main Module (D7993-5 board) Parts List CAPACITORS C 4303-1 1000µF C 3913-8 470µF C 6802-0 .47µF C 6806-1 .01µF C 6806-1 .01µF C 8897-8 .1µF C100 C200 C 5311-3 22µF C101 C201 C 2821-4 10pF C103 C203 C 6805-3 .022µF C104 C204...
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Q43038-1 Main Module (D7993-5 board) Parts List Cont. Q122 Q222 C 7458-0 NPN 2N4123 Q123 Q223 C 7458-0 NPN 2N4123 Q124 Q224 C 3625-8 NPN 2N4125 RESISTOR NETWORKS N101 N201 D 7946-3 Resistor Network N102 N202 D 6082-8 Resistor Network RESISTORS A10265-53621 53.6K 1% C 7340-0...
Q43033-2 Main Module (D7993-5 board) Parts List CAPACITORS C 4303-1 1000µF C 3913-8 470µF C 6802-0 .47µF C 6806-1 .01µF C 6806-1 .01µF C 8897-8 .1µF C100 C200 C 5311-3 22µF C101 C201 C 9464-6 10pF C103 C203 C 6805-3 .022µF C104 C204...
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Q43033-2 Main Module (D7993-5 board) Parts List Cont. Q122 Q222 C 7458-0 NPN 2N4123 Q123 Q223 C 7458-0 NPN 2N4123 Q124 Q224 C 3625-8 NPN 2N4125 RESISTOR NETWORKS N101 N201 D 7946-3 Resistor Network N102 N202 D 6082-8 Resistor Network RESISTORS A10265-53621 53.6K 1% C 7340-0...