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2500 1400 Power Amplifiers POWER INPUT INPUT CONNECTION B (+) B (--) LINE (BALANCED) AMP MODE INPUT MONO A (--) STEREO A (+) LINE (BALANCED) INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAZ2500-AMPLIFIER BREAKER SERIAL / DATE CODE CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 instructions.
2. INTRODUCTION Congratulations on the purchase of your new EAW Commercial power amplifier. You now own one of the finest professional audio products available - the result of exceptional engineering and meticulous craftsmanship. Please read these instructions to get the maximum performance from your new power amplifier.
4 ohms: CAZ800 = 300 watts per channel into 4 ohms CAZ1400 = 450 watts per channel into 4 ohms CAZ2500 = 750 watts per channel into 4 ohms This equates to a gain of about 30 dB (30 dB, 32 dB, and 34 dB respectively).
4. REAR PANEL FEATURES 1. SCREW TERMINAL INPUTS The CAZ series amplifiers give you three options for connecting the input signal — these screw terminals, and XLR or 1/4” connectors via the "combination" input described below. You can connect either a balanced or an unbalanced signal here.
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6. FAN VENTS Do not obstruct the ventilation openings of the amplifier. 7. SPEAKER OUTPUTS Connect your speakers to these output screw terminals. The hookup diagrams on page 10 show how to connect your speakers in various ways. There are three pairs of terminals. Use the two outer pairs (CHANNEL A and CHANNEL B) when using stereo or mono modes.
This can be as simple as a 1/3 octave graphic equalizer or a fully capable DSP (digital signal processor) such as the EAW DX810 or MX8750. • Avoid extreme boosts on equalizers as these can cause excessive input to the drivers at the boosted frequencies.
CAZ800 = 5 A CAZ1400 = 7 A CAZ2500 =10 A It is recommended that a stiff supply of AC power be used because the amplifier places high current demands on the AC line.
6. CONNECTIONS Use a high-quality 3-conductor shielded cable to connect the signal between the signal source (mixing console, equalizer, etc.) and the balanced inputs to the amplifier. If you are using unbalanced inputs, use a high-quality 2-conductor shielded cable. Here are some common audio connectors and their internal wiring: XLR Connectors XLR connectors are commonly wired as follows (according...
EN55022. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION. Passive Speakers (EAW Commercial VR21) CAZ2500-AMPLIFIER BREAKER SERIAL / DATE CODE...
AMP MODE INPUT MONO A (--) STEREO A (+) LINE (BALANCED) AMP MODE SWITCH STEREO Passive Speakers (EAW Commercial VR21) INPUT CAZ2500-AMPLIFIER INPUT CONNECTION B (+) TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, B (--) LINE (BALANCED) AMP MODE...
Design refinements are introduced into existing products without notice as a routine expression of that philosophy. For this reason, any current EAW Commercial product may differ in some respect from its published description, but will always equal or exceed the original design specifications unless otherwise stated.
10. TROUBLESHOOTING Sound system difficulties usually fall into one of the following categories. No Sound or Low Output • Loudspeaker cables or connectors are not wired correctly or they are faulty. Check all cabling, referring to these instructions for the correct connections. The best way to check a suspect cable is to swap it with a known good cable.
Return Authorization Number in order to obtain warranty service at the factory or at an authorized service center. You can also email EAW Commercial Tech Support at: support@eawcommercial.com 2. Pack the unit in its original packaging. THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT.