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  • Page 1: Operation Manual

    Trademark Notice: Com-Tech, Crown, Amcron and Multi-Mode are registered trademarks of Crown International. PIP and PIP2 are trademarks of Crown International. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ©2003 by Crown Audio, Inc. P.O. Box 1000, Elkhart, Indiana 46515-1000 U.S.A. Telephone: 574-294-8000 ®...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruc- tions.

  • Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity

    Equipment Type: Commercial Audio Power Amplifiers Family Name: CTs Model Names: CTs 3000, CTs 2000, CTs 1200, CTs 600 EMC Standards: EN 55103-1:1995 Electromagnetic Compatibility - Product Family Standard for Audio, Video, Audio-Visual and Entertainment Lighting Control Apparatus for Professional Use, Part 1: Emissions EN 55103-1:1995 Magnetic Field Emissions-Annex A @ 10 cm and 1 M EN 61000-3-2:1995+A14:2000 Limits for Harmonic Current Emissions (equipment input current ≤16A per phase)

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ... 2 Declaration of Conformity ... 3 1 Welcome ... 5 1.1 Features ... 5 2 How to Use This Manual ... 6 3 Setup ... 7 3.1 Unpack Your Amplifier ... 7 3.2 Install Your Amplifier ... 7 3.3 Ensure Proper Cooling ...

  • Page 5: Welcome

    “Y” Input Switch in the standard weight. PIP2-BBY module. High power-density, with all two-channel models in a 2U chassis. CTs 2000 2-ohm Dual (per ch.) 4-ohm Dual (per ch.) 8-ohm Dual (per ch.) 16-ohm Dual (per ch.) 70V Dual (per ch.) 100V Dual (per ch.)

  • Page 6: How To Use This Manual

    Legendary Crown class I (BCA) and class ® AB+B (Multi-Mode ) output topologies offer the best in amplifier reliability. CTs 600/1200 use Class AB+B; CTs 2000/ 3000 use Class I. • Class I is the lowest distortion, lowest noise, and highest performing topology available among switch-mode amplifiers.

  • Page 7: Setup

    CTs 2-Channel Power Amplifiers 3 Setup 3.1 Unpack Your Amplifier Please unpack and inspect your amplifier for any damage that may have occurred during transit. If damage is found, notify the transpor- tation company immediately. Only you can ini- tiate a claim for shipping damage. Crown will be happy to help as needed.

  • Page 8: Choose Input Wire And Connectors

    3 Setup 3.4 Choose Input Wire and Connectors Figure 3.3 shows connector pin assignments for balanced wiring, and Figure 3.4 shows connec- tor pin assignments for unbalanced wiring. NOTE: Custom wiring should only be per- formed by qualified personnel. 3.5 Choose Output Wire and Con- nectors A protective cover is installed over the barrier- strip output.

  • Page 9: Wire Your System

    CTs 2-Channel Power Amplifiers 3 Setup 3.6 Wire Your System 3.6.1 Dual 8/4/2 Mode Typical input and output wiring, along with Attenuator and Mode Switch settings are shown in Figures 3.6 and 3.7. Make sure the Mode switch is set to the “Dual” posi- tion when operating in Dual mode.

  • Page 10: Dual 70V/100V Mode

    Bridge-Mono mode. INPUTS: Connect input wiring to Channel 1 only. OUTPUTS: In Bridge-Mono mode, the CTs 600/ 1200 can power 140V lines; the CTs 2000/3000 can power 140V and 200V lines. Connect speak- ers with 140V or 200V transformers across the positive terminals of the channel pair.

  • Page 11: Dual Mode With "Y" Input

    CTs 2-Channel Power Amplifiers 3 Setup 3.6.5 Dual Mode with “Y” Input See Figure 3.14. This configuration feeds a mono signal to both Channel 1 and Channel 2. In the example in Figure 3.14, Channel 1 is driving a low- impedance loudspeaker and Channel 2 is driving a loudspeaker with a 70V transformer.

  • Page 12: Connect To Ac Mains

    3 Setup 3.7 Connect to AC Mains On the back panel, check whether your amplifier is labeled for 120V or 220-240V AC mains. Connect your amplifier to the corresponding AC mains power source (power out- let) with the supplied AC power cordset. First, connect the IEC end of the cordset to the IEC connector on the ampli- fier.

  • Page 13: Front Panel Controls And Indicators

    CTs 2-Channel Power Amplifiers 4 Operation 4.2 Front Panel Controls and Indicators A. Fault Indicator Red LED, one per channel, flashes when the amplifier output channel has stopped operating. Usually this means that the amplifier must be serviced. B. Thermal Indicator Red LED, one per channel, illuminates when the channel has shut down, or is very near shutting down, due to thermal...

  • Page 14: Back Panel Controls And Connectors

    The ampli- fier’s channel outputs are still independent. Figure 4.2 CTs 2000 and 3000 Back Panel Controls and Connectors CTs 2-Channel Power Amplifiers The “Y” Input Switch also can be used to daisy-chain the signal to another amplifier.

  • Page 15: Advanced Features And Options

    CTs 2-Channel Power Amplifiers 5 Advanced Features and Options NOTE: For detailed information about these Crown amplifier features, please consult the Crown Amplifier Application Guide, available on the Crown website at www.crownaudio.com 5.1 Protection Systems Your Crown amplifier provides extensive pro- tection and diagnostic capabilities, including thermal level control, fault indicators, high- pass filtering, DC protect, AC under/over volt-...

  • Page 16: Input Sensitivity Switches

    Input Panel. One 3-position switch per channel selects among these settings: CTs 600/1200: 1.4V (8/4 ohms), 26 dB gain, and 1.4V (70V operation). CTs 2000/ 3000: 1.4V (8/4 ohms), 26 dB gain, and 1.4V (70V) / 2V (100V). The Specifications chapter lists the input sensitivity for the 26 dB gain setting.

  • Page 17: Nominal Attenuation Settings

    CTs 2-Channel Power Amplifiers 5 Advanced Features and Options 5.3.1 Nominal Attenuation Settings The signal level for each input can be attenuated accurately by adjusting the 21-step Level Control (see Section 4.3). Figure 5.5 shows the attenuation in dB for each detent. The setting of the input-sensitivity switch varies the actual attenation as shown.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    6 Troubleshooting page 18 CONDITION: Power indicator is off. POSSIBLE REASON • The amplifier has lost AC power. • The amplifier’s Power switch is off. • The amplifier is not plugged into the power receptacle. • The amplifier output level is so high that the power supply circuit breaker has tripped.
  • Page 19 CTs 2-Channel Power Amplifiers 6 Troubleshooting Operation Manual CONDITION: No sound, even though the amp has power. Power LED is on with- out flashing and the amp is receiving an input sig- nal. Signal indicator is flashing. POSSIBLE REASON: • Speakers not connected.

  • Page 20: Specifications

    50 dB 50 dB < 2 mV < 2mV 10 k ohms, 5 k ohms 10 k ohms, 5 k ohms CTs 2-Channel Power Amplifiers CTs 2000 CTs 3000 Power at 0.35% THD Power at 0.35% THD 1000W 1500W 1000W...
  • Page 21 14.25 in. (36.2 cm.) 14.25 in. (36.2 cm.) 22.8 lb (10.3 kg), 23.4 lb (10.6 kg), 27.7 lb (12.6 kg) 28.3 lb ( 12.8 kg) CTs 2000 CTs 3000 +20 dBu +20 dBu + 32 dBu + 32 dBu 2, 4, 8, 16, 70V,...
  • Page 22 CTs 2-Channel Power Amplifiers 7 Specifications Figure 7.2 CTs 600/1200 Typical Crosstalk vs. Frequency Figure 7.1 CTs 600/1200 Typical Frequency Response (1 W, 8 ohms) Figure 7.3 CTs 600/1200 Typical Damping Factor vs. Frequency page 22 Operation Manual...
  • Page 23 CTs 2-Channel Power Amplifiers 7 Specifications Figure 7.4 CTs 2000/3000 Typical Frequency Response (1W) Figure 7.5 CTs 2000/3000 Typical Crosstalk vs. Frequency Figure 7.6 CTs 2000/3000 Typical Damping Factor vs. Frequency Operation Manual page 23...

  • Page 24: Service

    8 Service Crown amplifiers are quality units that rarely require servicing. Before returning your unit for servicing, please contact Crown Technical Support to verify the need for servicing. This unit has very sophisticated circuitry which should only be serviced by a fully trained techni- cian.

  • Page 25: Warranty

    CTs 2-Channel Power Amplifiers 9 Warranty SUMMARY OF WARRANTY Crown International, 1718 West Mishawaka Road, Elkhart, Indiana 46517-4095 U.S.A. war- rants to you, the ORIGINAL PURCHASER and ANY SUBSEQUENT OWNER of each NEW Crown product, for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase by the original purchaser (the “warranty period”) that the new Crown product is free of defects in materials and workmanship.
  • Page 26 9 Warranty SUMMARY OF WARRANTY Crown International, 1718 West Mishawaka Road, Elkhart, Indiana 46517-4095 U.S.A. warrants to you, the ORIGINAL PURCHASER and ANY SUB- SEQUENT OWNER of each NEW Crown1 product, for a period of three (3) years from the date of pur- chase by the original purchaser (the “warranty period”) that the new Crown product is free of defects in materials and workmanship, and we...
  • Page 27 CTs 2-Channel Power Amplifiers Owner’s Name : ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Shipping Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Phone Number: ________________________________Fax Number: ________________________________ Email ________________________________________________________________________________ Model: __________________________________________________________________________________ Serial Number: ________________________________________________________________________ Purchase Date : ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ (Be sure to describe the conditions that existed when the problem occurred and what attempts were made to correct it.) ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________...
  • Page 29 Addendum To Operation Manual It is important that you review this addendum before reviewing the Operation Manual. Section 3 DUAL/MONO Please note that there is no provision for paralleling the outputs to obtain a single high-powered 70-volt constant voltage output. Section 5 Section 9 Section 3 - Setup...
  • Page 30 MODELS AR2000-M, AR2000-P AND AR2000-Z AUDIO ROUTER DEVICES INSTALLATION AND SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS 2561533C REV. C 12/01 Printed in U.S.A.
  • Page 31 INSTALLATION AND SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS MODELS AR2000-M, AR2000-P AND AR2000-Z, AUDIO ROUTER DEVICES SAFETY MESSAGE TO INSTALLERS People’s safety depends on your safe installation of our products. It is important to read, understand and follow all instructions shipped with this product. Selection of mounting location for this device, its controls and routing of wiring should be made by the Facilities Engineer and the Safety Engineer.
  • Page 32 ALL CALL CH A PHONE AUX SPEAKER MICROPHONE CH B ALL CANCEL AR2000-M Selectone amplified speakers. A Model AM25CK or AM70CK Connector Kit is required in each Selectone device to connect it to the signal line. The Audio Router device supplies 15W at either 25Vrms or 70Vrms.
  • Page 33 AR2000-P If the correct password is entered the caller will hear the message “PRESS 9 KEY TO CHANGE THE PASSWORD OR 6 KEY TO RECORD A MESSAGE”. If the caller presses the 9 key, the message “ENTER NEW PASSWORD” will inform the caller to enter a new password.
  • Page 34 twelve screws, four on the front panel, four on the rear panel and four securing the top to the sides. The front panel switches are designated as PRESET 1 through PRESET 8. The Model AR2000-Z is assembled in a black, sprayed aluminum 3-piece housing approximately 17.5”...
  • Page 35 1-8. ELECTRICAL DETAILS. Termination: Screw terminals for 13 AWG to 23 AWG conductors. Voltage Range: Selectable 120 VAC or 240 VAC 50/60 Hz. Battery backup: 24 VDC Channel A input: Selectable to be 1 Vrms, 25 Vrms, or 70 Vrms Channel B input: Selectable to be 1 Vrms, 25 Vrms, or 70 Vrms...
  • Page 36 SPECIFICATIONS. 2-1. AR2000-M POWER INPUT. Input Voltage Standby Current Operating Current Power Consumption Input Voltage Standby Current Operating Current Power Consumption 2-2. EMERGENCY POWER SOURCE INPUT. Input Voltage Standby Current Operating Current 2-3. AUDIO INPUT. A. Local PA (Use optional Model MSB-1 microphone) Input Impedance Input Voltage B.
  • Page 37 2-7. RELAY CONTACT CLOSURE OUTPUTS. Relays Type: Rating: 2-8. FUSE. 2-9. PHYSICAL. A. AR2000-M Weight Dimensions (HWD) Case Material B. AR2000-P Weight 3 lb, 15 oz. (1.8 kg) Dimensions (HWD) Case Material C. AR2000-P Weight 3 lb, 15 oz. (1.8 kg) Dimensions (HWD) Case Material 2-10.
  • Page 38 III. INSTALLATION. SAFETY MESSAGE TO INSTALLERS Peoples lives depend on proper installation of our products. It is important to follow all instructions shipped with these products. These devices are to be installed by a qualified electrician in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), or other national or local codes, under the direction of the local authority having jurisdiction.
  • Page 39 3-5. MODEL AR2000-M SIGNAL CONNECTIONS. CAUTION Crosstalk can occur between signal lines and power lines, causing confusing messages, which interfere with the capability of this equipment. Do not install signal lines in the same conduit with power lines. Avoid routing signal lines on cable trays with high voltage power lines.
  • Page 40 (CLASS 2) POWER WARNING: OUT TO AR2000-P QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DRY CONTACT IN (N.O.) GND +24V POWER OUT TO PRESET ABOVE CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,...
  • Page 41 (CLASS 2) POWER WARNING: OUT TO AR2000-P QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DRY CONTACT IN (N.O.) GND +24V POWER OUT TO PRESET ABOVE CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,...
  • Page 42 WARNING If this unit is to be connected to a non-power limited 24 volt dc supply, the National Electri- cal Code (NFPA70) requires that those leads be separated from other classes of wiring connected to this unit. CAUTION Cross talk, interference, or hum can be induced in signal lines, causing poor audio output or confusing messages, which inter- feres with the capability of this equipment.
  • Page 43 WARNING: NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. TO REDUCE (CLASS 2) POWER OUT TO AR2000-P THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES, 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,...
  • Page 44 FROM POWER (CLASS FROM POWER (CLASS FROM POWER (CLASS FROM POWER (CLASS POWER (CLASS POWER (CLASS POWER (CLASS POWER (CLASS FUSE 250V WITH ONLY REPLACE FIRE, RISK REDUCE CAUTION: Figure 3-6. -14-...
  • Page 45 (CLASS 2) POWER WARNING: OUT TO AR2000-P QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DRY CONTACT IN (N.O.) GND +24V POWER OUT TO PRESET ABOVE CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,...
  • Page 46 setting switch SW1 to position #4 to the “ON” posi- tion for 5 seconds with the power “ON”. B. Recording a Message for Broadcast. When the line attached to the Router is called, the Router will answer with the message “ENTER PASSWORD”.
  • Page 47 Telephone operation is essentially independent of other operations except when the device plays its recorded message. Whatever modes were active before phone operation will return when the phone message is complete. In the event that the unit is stuck in playback mode and needs to be disconnected, press and hold the “All call”...
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  • Page 67 2561704C REV. C Printed 10/03 Printed in U.S.A.
  • Page 68 MODELS AM15 and AM15XD2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODEL AM15 AND AM15XD2 AUDIOMASTER® SPEAKER MODELOS AM15 y AM15XD2 INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACION PARA LOS PARLANTE MODELOS AM15 Y AM15XD2 AUDIOMASTER® MODELES AM15 et AM15XD2 INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION POUR LE HAUT-PARLEUR AUDIOMASTER® MODELES AM15 ET AM15XD2 Address all communications and shipments to: Dirija todas la correspondencia y envíos a: Adressez toutes les communiations et expéditions à:...
  • Page 69 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODEL AM15 AND AM15XD2 Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property damage, Peoples lives depend on your safe installation of our products. It is important to follow all instructions shipped with the products. This device is to be installed by a trained electrician who is thoroughly familiar with the National Electric Code and will follow the NEC guidelines as well as local codes.
  • Page 70 Size Construction III. INSTALLATION. A. Unpacking. After unpacking the speaker, examine it carefully for possible damage that may have occurred in transit. If equipment has been damaged, immediately file a claim with the carrier stating extent of damage. Carefully check all shipping labels and tags for special instructions before removing or destroying them.
  • Page 71 Property damage, serious injury or death could occur if the projector is mishandled during installation or over time. DO NOT rotate the projector more than 180 degrees or internal speaker wiring may be damaged. e. Reposition speaker projector if necessary to obtain desired sound coverage. Loosen collar nut (see figure 1) and move projector to desired position.
  • Page 72 Property damage, serious injury or death could occur if the housing is not closed properly. To reduce the possibility of explosion, the Model AM15XD2’s housing cover must 2. Be sure the neoprene rubber cover gasket is properly seated in the housing groove and reinstall housing cover.
  • Page 73 A. Periodically check this device to verify that there are no foreign substances in, or in front of, the speaker which will reduce its effectiveness. B. Testing should be periodically performed. Refer to NFPA 72G, local Fire Codes and the authority having jurisdiction for information.
  • Page 74 INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACION PARA LOS PARLANTE MODELOS AM15 Y AM15XD2 AUDIOMASTER® El no seguir todas las instrucciones y precauciones de seguridad puede acarrear daños a la propiedad, heridas serias e incluso su muerte o la de otros. MENSAJE DE SEGURIDAD A LOS INSTALADORES La vida de personas depende de la instalación segura de nuestros productos.
  • Page 75 Impedancia Tamaño Construcción III. INSTALACION. A. Desempaque. Después de desempacar la unidad, examine cuidadosamente si hay daños de transporte. Si hubo daños, haga de inmediato un reclamo al transportador, estableciendo el monto del daño. Revise cuidadosamente todos los sellos de embarque y marquillas por instrucciones especiales antes de removerlos o destruirlos.
  • Page 76 d. Asegure la unidad a la superficie de montaje con tornillos #10 apropiados para el tipo de material de la superficie de montaje. Daños a la propiedad, heridas serias e incluso la muerte pueden ocurrir si el parlante es mal manejado durante la instalación o con el tiempo.
  • Page 77 1. Vea las figuras 2 y 3. Conecte los conductores comunes (-) de audio al terminal común del altavoz y los conductores positivos (+) de audio al terminal (+) (SIG). Daños a la propiedad, heridas serias e incluso su muerte o la de otros puede ocurrir, si la caja no se cierra adecuadamente.
  • Page 78 A. Periódicamente revise este dispositivo para verificar que no hay sustancias extrañas dentro, o en frente, del parlante lo que reduce su efectividad. B. Se debe realizar una prueba periódica. Lea NFPA 72G, códigos locales de incendios o autoridad competente para sumistrar esta información. C.
  • Page 79 INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION POUR LE HAUT-PARLEUR AUDIOMASTER® Le non-respect de toutes les précautions et instructions de sécurité peut résulter en dommages aux biens, en blessures graves ou mortelles pour vous ou d’autres. MESSAGE DE SECURITE AUX INSTALLATEURS Ces vies humaines dépendent de votre installation de nos produits en sécurité. Il est important de lire, comprendre et suivre toutes les instructions expédiées avec ce produit.
  • Page 80 II. SPECIFICATIONS. Tension de fonctionnement Puissance consommée Poids (approx.) Impédance Dimensions Construction III. INSTALLATION. A. Déballage. Après déballage du haut-parleur, inspectez-le pour voir s’il a été endommagé pendant le transport. S’il a été endommagé, faites une déclaration immédiatement auprès du transporteur en indiquant les dommages.
  • Page 81 Avant de percer des trous dans une surface, assurez-vous que les deux côtés de la surface sont dégagés de tout élément qui pourrait être endommagé. d. Fixez l’appareil à la surface de montage avec les 10 vis appropriées pour le type de matière de la surface de montage.
  • Page 82 C. Connexions Electriques. Pour éviter des chocs électriques, ne connectez pas les fils si les circuits sont sous tension. Les fils audio doivent être choisis par votre électricien d’installation agréé pour votre application de service. Ce câble exige une paire de fils torsadés et blindés d’un mimum de 18AWG et devrait produire au plus une perte de signal de 15% sur la longueur du câble.
  • Page 83 V. ENTRETIEN. MESSAGE DE SECURITE AU PERSONNEL D’ENTRETIEN Le non-respect des précautions et instructions de sécurité peut en résulter en dommages aux biens, blessures graves ou mortelles pour vous ou d’autres. • Lire et comprendre toutes les instructions avant d’utiliser ce système. •...
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  • Page 85 AM15XD2 English A. Speaker models Español A. Parlante modelos Français A. Haut-parleur modeles -17- AM15 & 290A3810B...
  • Page 86 English A. NOTE: Label appears on this side of terminal strip. Shown here on mounting bracket for reference only. B. Common (-) leads to common terminal. C. Positive (+) leads to (+) or SIG. Español A. NOTA: Las letras aparecen en este lado de la regleta de conexiones. Se muestran aquí...
  • Page 87 2561540C REV. C 500 Printed in U.S.A.
  • Page 88 SERIES C, MODELS AM300 and AM300GCX INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR SERIES C, MODEL AM300 AND AM300GCX AUDIOMASTER® SPEAKER SERIES C, MODELOS AM300 y AM300GCX INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN PARA PARLANTES AUDIOMASTER® SERIES C, MODELO AM300 Y AM300GCX SÉRIE C, MODÈLES AM300 et AM300GCX INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION POUR LA SÉRIE C, MODÈLES AM300 et AM300GCX AUDIOMASTER@ SPEAKER Address all communications and shipments to:...
  • Page 89 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODEL AM300 AND AM300GCX Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property damage, Peoples lives depend on your safe installation of our products. It is important to follow all instructions shipped with the products. This device is to be installed by a trained electrician who is thoroughly familiar with the National Electric Code and will follow the NEC guidelines as well as local codes.
  • Page 90 Size Construction Audibility information is shown in table 1. III. INSTALLATION. A. Unpacking. After unpacking the speaker, examine it carefully for possible damage that may have occurred in transit. If equipment has been damaged, immediately file a claim with the carrier stating extent of damage.
  • Page 91 Property damage, serious injury or death could occur if the projector is mishandled during installation or over time. DO NOT rotate the projector more than 180 degrees or internal speaker wiring may be damaged. e. Reposition speaker projector if necessary to obtain desired sound coverage. Loosen collar nut (see figure 1) and move projector to desired position.
  • Page 92 An uninsulated section of a single conductor must NOT be looped around a terminal and used as two separate connections. NFPA 72 requires that the wire is severed to provide electrical 2. The AM300 and AM300GCX are factory configured for 25 Vrms operation. If 70 Vrms operation is desired, remove the wire leading to the speaker from the terminal marked 25V and connect it to the terminal marked 70 V.
  • Page 93 • Any maintenance to this unit MUST be performed by a trained electrician in accordance with NEC guidelines and local codes. • Never alter this unit in any manner. Safety in hazardous locations may be jeopardized if additional openings or alterations are made to Model AM300GCX. •...
  • Page 94 INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN PARA PARLANTES AUDIOMASTER® SERIES C, El no seguir todas las instrucciones y precauciones de seguridad puede acarrear daños a la propiedad, heridas serias e incluso su muerte o la de otros. MENSAJE DE SEGURIDAD A LOS INSTALADORES La vida de personas depende de la instalación segura de nuestros productos.
  • Page 95 Construcción Información de Audibilidad se muestra en la tabla 1. III. INSTALACION. A. Desempaque. Después de desempacar la unidad, examine cuidadosamente si hay daños de transporte. Si hubo daños, haga de inmediato un reclamo al transportador, estableciendo el monto del daño. Revise cuidadosamente todos los sellos de embarque y marquillas por instrucciones especiales antes de removerlos o destruirlos.
  • Page 96 d. Asegure la unidad a la superficie de montaje con tornillos #10 apropiados para el tipo de material de la superficie de montaje. Daños a la propiedad, heridas serias e incluso la muerte pueden ocurrir si el parlante es mal manejado durante la instalación o con el tiempo.
  • Page 97 1. Vea las figuras 2 y 3. Conecte las terminales negativas (-) de audio a la terminal negativa del parlante y las terminales positivas (+) de audio a la terminal de potencia deseada. Una sección sin aislante con un solo conductor NO debe hacer circuito alrededor de un terminal y sea usado como dos conexiones separadas.
  • Page 98 • Lea y comprenda todas las instrucciones antes de operar este equipo. • Para reducir el riesgo de descarga eléctrica, o ignición de atmósferas peligrosas, no realice mantenimiento a esta unidad cuando los circuitos estén energizados. • Se deben realizar pruebas periódicas para asegurar que la efectividad de este dispositivo no se ha reducido por que el parlante se bloquea con sustancias extrañas o hay objetos extraños delante del parlante.
  • Page 99 INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION POUR LA SÉRIE C, MODÈLES AM300 et AM300GCX AUDIOMASTER@ SPEAKER Le non-respect de toutes les précautions et instructions de sécurité peut résulter en dommages aux biens, en blessures graves ou mortelles pour vous ou d’autres. MESSAGE DE SECURITE AUX INSTALLATEURS Ces vies humaines dépendent de votre installation de nos produits en sécurité.
  • Page 100 II. SPECIFICATIONS. Tension de service Puissance à l’entrée (sélectionnable) Poids Dimensions Construction Les informations sur l’audibilité sont données au tableau 1 III. INSTALLATION. A. Déballage. Après déballage du haut-parleur, inspectez-le pour voir s’il a été endommagé pendant le transport. S’il a été endommagé, faites une déclaration immédiatement auprès du transporteur en indiquant les dommages.
  • Page 101 Avant de percer des trous dans une surface, assurez-vous que les deux côtés de la surface sont dégagés de tout élément qui pourrait être endommagé. d. Fixez l’appareil à la surface de montage avec les 10 vis appropriées pour le type de matière de la surface de montage.
  • Page 102 Le National Electrical Code ainsi que les codes locaux doivent être respectés lors de l’installation de ces modèles. Tout le câblage électrique doit être passé à travers des conduits et raccords approuvés. L’utilisation de conduits et raccords métalliques est nécessaire pour permettre la mise à...
  • Page 103 V. ENTRETIEN. MESSAGE DE SECURITE AU PERSONNEL D’ENTRETIEN Le non-respect des précautions et instructions de sécurité peut en résulter en dommages aux biens, blessures graves ou mortelles pour vous ou d’autres. • Lire et comprendre toutes les instructions avant d’utiliser ce système. •...
  • Page 104 Table 1. Power 8 watt 15 watt Tabla 1. Corriente 8 watt 15 watt Tableau 1. Prise de Puissance 8 watt 15 watt UL Omnidirectional Sound Level @ 10' dB(A) Nivel de Sonido UL @ 10' dB (A) Niveau de Son UL @ 10' dB(A) -16- Sound Level dB(A)
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  • Page 106 English A. Speaker models Español A. Parlante modelos Français A. Haut-parleur modeles AM300 & AM300GCX 290A2773B...
  • Page 107 English A. NOTE: Letters appear on this side of terminal strip. Shown here on mounting bracket for reference only. B. Speaker internal yellow lead to be connected to 25V or 70V terminal, depending upon external signal source voltage. C. Positive (+) leads to 1 of 2 available wattage terminals. D.
  • Page 108 MODELS AMSF-25 AND AMSS-25 INSTALLATION AND SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODELS AMSF-25 AND AMSS-25 MODELOS AMSF-25 Y AMSS-25 INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN Y SERVICIO PARA LOS MODELOS AMSF-25 Y AMSS-25 MODÈLES AMSF-25 ET AMSS-25 INSTRUCTIONS DE MONTAGE ET D'ENTRETIEN POUR LES MODÈLES AMSF-25 ET AMSS-25 Address all communications and shipments to: Dirija todos la correspondencia y envíos a: Adressez toutes les communiations et expéditions à:...
  • Page 109 INSTALLATION AND SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFETY MESSAGE TO INSTALLERS, USERS AND MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL It is important to follow all instructions shipped with this product. This device is to be installed by a trained electrician who is thoroughly familiar with the National Electrical Code and will follow NEC Guidelines as well as local codes.
  • Page 110 Specifications. Frequency Response: Power Handling: Nominal Impedance: Width: Height: Depth [without cover]: Depth [with cover]: Shipping Weight: Unpacking. After unpacking the unit , examine it for damage that may have occurred in transit. If the equipment has been damaged, do not attempt to install or operate it. File a claim immediately with the carrier stating the extent of the damage.
  • Page 111 This unit is heavy and should be mounted on a rigid surface capable of supporting the weight of the speaker. Electrical Connections. Do not connect wires when power is applied. Audio wires should be sized properly by your licensed installation electrician for your service application.
  • Page 112 INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN Y SERVICIO PARA MENSAJE DE SEGURIDAD PARA LOS INSTALADORES, USUARIOS Y PERSONAL DE MANTENIMIENTO Es importante seguir todas las instrucciones incluidas con este producto. Esta unidad debe ser instalada por un electricista bien adiestrado que conozca completamente todos los requisitos del Código Eléctrico Nacional (NEC son las siglas en inglés) y que siga las pautas del NEC y de los códigos locales.
  • Page 113 Especificaciones. Frecuencias de operación: Capacidad de potencia: Impedancia nominal: Anchura: Altura: Profundidad [sin cubierta]: Profundidad [con cubierta]: Peso de embarque: Forma de desempacar la unidad. Después de desempacar la unidad, examínela para ver si tiene algún daño ocurrido durante el tránsito. Si el equipo se ha dañado, no trate de instalarlo ni de operarlo. Presente una reclamación inmediatamente ante la compañía transportadora, indicando la naturaleza y extensión del daño.
  • Page 114 Esta unidad es pesada y se debe montar sobre una superficie rígida que sea capaz de soportar el peso del altoparlante. Conexiones eléctricas. No conecte los alambres mientras la electricidad esté conectada. Los alambres de audio deben tener un tamaño adecuado, que deberá ser determinado por el electricista licenciado a cargo de la instalación, para el tipo de servicio deseado.
  • Page 115 INSTRUCTIONS DE MONTAGE ET D'ENTRETIEN POUR MESSAGE DE SÉCURITÉ AUX INSTALLATEURS, UTILISATEURS ET PERSONNES CHARGÉES DE L'ENTRETIEN Il est important de suivre toutes les instructions qui accompagnent ce produit. Ce dispositif doit être installé par un électricien de métier qui connaît parfaitement le code électrique national et doit suivre les directives du C.N.E.
  • Page 116 Spécifications. Caractéristiques de fréquence : Puissance admissible Impédance nominale : Largeur : Hauteur : Profondeur [sans couvercle] : 10,4 cm (4,1 po) Profondeur [sans couvercle] : 12,7 cm (5 po) Pois brut : Déballage. Après le déballage, examinez l'unité et vérifiez qu'il n'y a pas eu de dégâts pendant le transport.
  • Page 117 Cette unité est lourde et doit être montée sur une surface rigide qui peut supporter le poids du haut-parleurs. Connexions électriques. Ne connectez pas les fils sous tension. Les fils audio doivent être d'une taille suffisante qui sera déterminée par l'électricien de métier chargé...
  • Page 118 MODEL AMSF-25 MODELO AMSF-25 MODELE AMSF-25 Ø 6.63" (186.4 mm) Ø .22" (5.6 mm) Ø 7.25" (184.0mm) REAR COVER CUBIERTA POSTERIOR COUVERCLE ARRIÈRE -10- 5.0" (127.0 mm) 4.1" (104.1 mm) (127.0 mm) 290A4364 290A4365 5.0"...
  • Page 119 MODEL AMSS-25 MODELO AMSS-25 5.1" (129.5 mm) MODELE AMSS-25 4.1" (104.0 mm) 8.40" (213.4 mm) 6.25" Ø (158.8 mm) 4.94" (125.5 mm) Ø.28" (7.1 mm) 1.75" (44.5 mm) 2.63" (66.8 mm) 2.00" (50.8 mm) 2.60" (66.0 mm) 290A4366 2561769A REV. A 1001 Printed in U.S.A.
  • Page 131 2561150F REV. F Printed 6/03 Printed in U.S.A.
  • Page 132 FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION Electrical Products Division MODEL AM302 and AM302GCX AUDIOMASTER® SPEAKER WARNING Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property damage, serious injury, or death to you or others. SAFETY MESSAGE TO INSTALLERS Peoples lives depend on your safe installation of our products. It is important to follow all instructions shipped with the products.
  • Page 133 A" B" COLLAR 2-3/4" .201" DIA. 2 HOLES 1-13/16" (MOUNTING) 2-9/16" 1/2-14 NPT 7/8" DIA. CONCEALED CONDUIT KNOCK OUT MOUNTING(IN REAR OF HOUSING) WARNING Property damage, serious injury, or death could occur if an accumulation of water, snow, dust, etc. resides in the speaker projector, severely reducing or preventing operation of this device.
  • Page 134 C.Electrical Connections. DANGER To avoid electrical shock, do not connect wires when circuits are energized. WARNING Audio wires should be sized properly by your licensed installation electrician for your service application. This cable requires a twisted shielded pair with an 18AWG minimum and should produce no more than 15% signal loss over the length of the cable run.
  • Page 135 * * * V. MAINTENANCE. SAFETY MESSAGE TO MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property damage, serious injury, or death to you or others. • Read and understand all instructions before performing mainte- nance on this unit.
  • Page 136 MODEL AM100D INSTALLATION AND SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODEL AM100D DRIVER MODELO AM100D INSTRUCCIONES PARA LA INSTALACIÓN Y EL MANTENIMIENTO DEL EXCITADOR MODELO AM100D MODÈLE AM100D INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION ET D’ENTRETIEN POUR LE MODÈLE DE COMMANDE AM100D Address all communications and shipments to: Dirija toda la correspondencia y todos los envíos a: Adressez toutes les communications et expéditions à: FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION...
  • Page 137 INSTALLATION AND SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODEL AM100D DRIVER SAFETY MESSAGE TO INSTALLERS, USERS AND MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL It is important to follow all instructions shipped with this product. This device is to be installed by a trained electrician who is thoroughly familiar with the National Electrical Code and will follow NEC Guidelines as well as local codes.
  • Page 138 Weight: Shipping Dimensions: Diameter Height Recommended Horn: C. Unpacking. After unpacking the Model AM100D, examine it for damage that may have occurred in transit. If the equipment has been damaged, do not attempt to install or operate it. File a claim immediately with the carrier stating the extent of the damage.
  • Page 139 INSTRUCCIONES PARA LA INSTALACIÓN Y EL MANTENIMIENTO DEL MENSAJE DE SEGURIDAD PARA INSTALADORES, USUARIOS Y PERSONAL DE Es importante seguir todas las instrucciones que vienen con este producto. Este dispositivo debe ser instalado por un electricista capacitado que conozca perfectamente el Código Eléctrico Nacional y siga todas las Directrices del Código NEC así...
  • Page 140 Peso: Peso de envío Peso neto Dimensiones: Diámetro Altura Bocina recomendada: C. Desembalaje Después de desembalar el Excitador Modelo AM100D, examínelo para detectar cualquier daño que pueda haber ocurrido durante su transporte. Si el equipo está dañado, no intente instalarlo ni ponerlo a funcionar.
  • Page 141 INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION ET D’ENTRETIEN POUR MESSAGE DE SÉCURITÉ POUR LES INSTALLATEURS, LES UTILISATEURS ET LE PERSONNEL RESPONSABLE DE L’ENTRETIEN. Il est important de suivre toutes les instructions expédiées avec ce produit. Ce dispositif doit être installé par un électricien bien formé qui connaît le Code national de l’électricité (NEC) et qui respecte toutes les directives du NEC ainsi que les codes locaux.
  • Page 142 Poids : Expédition Dimensions : Diamètre Hauteur Avertisseur sonore recommandé : Déballage. Après avoir déballé le modèle AM100D, examinez-le pour tout signe de dommages qui auraient pu apparaître en transit. Si l’appareil est endommagé, n’essayez pas de l’installer ou de le faire fonctionner.
  • Page 143 2561754A REV. A 901 Printed in U.S.A.
  • Page 144 MODEL AM100H INSTALLATION AND SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODEL AM100H HORN MODELO AM100H INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACION Y SERVICIO PARA BOCINA MODELO AM100H MODELE AM100H INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION ET DE MAINTENANCE POUR L’AVERTISSEUR SONORE MODELE AM100H Address all communications and shipments to: Dirija todos la correspondencia y envíos a: Adressez toutes les communiations et expéditions à: FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION Electrical Products Division...
  • Page 145 INSTALLATION AND SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODEL AM100H HORN SAFETY MESSAGE TO INSTALLERS, USERS AND MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL It is important to follow all instructions shipped with this product. This device is to be installed by a trained electrician who is thoroughly familiar with the National Electrical Code and will follow NEC Guidelines as well as local codes.
  • Page 146 C. Unpacking. After unpacking the Model AM100H, examine it for damage that may have occurred in transit. If the equipment has been damaged, do not attempt to install or operate it. File a claim immediately with the carrier stating the extent of the damage. Carefully check all envelopes, shipping labels and tags before removing or destroying them.
  • Page 147 INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACION Y SERVICIO PARA BOCINA MODELO AM100H MENSAJE SOBRE SEGURIDAD PARA INSTALADORES, USUARIOS Y PERSONAL Es importante seguir todas las instrucciones enviadas con los productos. Este dispositivo ha de ser instalado por un electricista capacitado que conozca plenamente las Normas para Instalaciones Eléctricas de los EE.UU.
  • Page 148 C. Desembalaje. Después de desembalar Modelo AM100H, examínelo cuidadosamente por daños posibles que pueden haber ocurrido en tránsito. Si el equipo ha sido dañado, presente una reclamación inmediatamente con el transportista indicando el grado de daño. Verifique cuidadosamente todas las etiquetas y rótulos de envío por instrucciones especiales antes de quitarlos o destruirlos.
  • Page 149 INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION ET DE MAINTENANCE POUR L’AVERTISSEUR MESSAGE DE SECURITE DESTINE AUX INSTALLATEURS, AUX UTILISATEURS Il est important de suivre toutes les instructions expédiées avec les produits. Cet appareil doit être installé par un électricien qualifié et qui est familier avec le Code Electrique National et qui suit aussi bien les Directives NEC (Code électrique national) que les codes locaux.
  • Page 150 C. Deballage. Après avoir déballé le Modèle AM100H , l’examiner avec minutie afin de voir s’il a été endommagée pendant le transport. Si l’équipement a subi des dégâts, remplir une demande de réclamation immédiatement avec le transporteur rapportant l’étendue des dégâts. Vérifier avec précaution toutes les enveloppes, les étiquettes et les bandes de marquage d’expédition avant de les ôter ou de les jeter.
  • Page 151 2561755A REV. A 901 Printed in U.S.A.
  • Page 152 MODEL A15-EL ELECTRONIC MEGAPHONE INSTRUCTION MANUAL Address all communications and shipments to: FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION Electrical Products Division Service Department 2645 Federal Signal Drive University Park, IL 60466-3195...
  • Page 153 GENERAL. • Caution – Amplified sound or howling may cause damage to a person’s ears. Do not use this megaphone at or near a person’s ears. • When the megaphone is not in use for a long period of time, remove the batteries and store separately.
  • Page 154 To activate the megaphone press the trigger switch on the grip. When using the megaphone, place your lips as close as possible to the mouth piece. Adjust the volume control to a range where there is no howling feedback when in use (see figure 1).
  • Page 155 2561676A REV. A 10/00 Printed in U.S.A.
  • Page 156 A U D I O M A S T E R ® E X P L O S I O N - P R O O F - S P E A K E R S INSTALLATION AND SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS Address all communications and shipments to: MODEL AM15XD1 F E D E R A L S I G N A L C O R P O R A T I O N...
  • Page 157 INSTALLATION AND SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS FOR Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property damage, serious injury, or death to you or others. Peoples lives depend on your safe installation of our products. It is important to follow all instruc- tions shipped with the products.
  • Page 158 B. SPECIFICATIONS. Operating Voltage Impedence Power Input Weight (approx.) Size Construction Approval Agency Listings: Underwriters Laboratories Inc. C. INSTALLATION. 1. Unpacking. After unpacking the speaker, examine it carefully for possible damage that may have occurred in transit. If equipment has been damaged, immediately file a claim with the carrier stating the extent of the damage.
  • Page 159 e. Secure bracket to mounting surface with 1/2" diameter screws appropriate for the type of mounting surface material. f. Remove eight 5/16-18 x 1-3/4" hex head bolts, lockwashers and hex nuts that secure cover to housing and carefully lift off cover. Property damage, serious injury, or death could occur if the machined sealing surfaces are effectiveness of the explosion-proof enclosure, be careful g.
  • Page 160 D. TESTING/OPERATING. Under certain conditions these devices are capable of producing sounds loud enough to cause hearing damage. Adequate hearing protection should be worn if standing within close proximity to device while testing. Recommendations in the OSHA Sound 1. After installation is complete, be sure to test the system to verify that each speaker operates satisfactorily.
  • Page 161 Effectiveness of explosion-proof enclosure must be maintained. Use caution to avoid damaging machined surfaces. 1. Periodically check this device to verify that there are no foreign substances in, or in front of, the speaker which will reduce its effectiveness. 2. Testing should be periodically performed. Refer to NFPA 72G, local Fire Codes and the authority having jurisdiction for information.
  • Page 163 SIGNAL SOURCE 2561544B REV. B 400 Printed in U.S.A. SPEAKER COM(-) SIG(+) SPEAKER MODEL AM15XD1 290A3830-02 FIELD COMMON (-) LEADS TO COMMON TERMINAL. FIELD POSITIVE (+) LEADS TO (+) TERMINAL. SPEAKER INTERNAL GREEN OR RED LEAD TO BE CONNECTED TO (SIG) TERMINAL.

  • Page 164: Installation Instructions

    WARNING Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property damage, serious injury, or death to you or others. SAFETY MESSAGE TO INSTALLERS Peoples lives depend on your safe installation of our products. It is important to follow all instructions shipped with the products.
  • Page 165 WARNING Property damage, serious injury, or death could occur if an accumulation of water, snow, dust, etc. resides in the speaker projector, severely reducing or preventing operation of this device. Mount the unit so speaker projector is pointed horizontally or slightly downward. a.
  • Page 166 a. Connect the audio common leads (-) to the speaker’s common terminal (marked COM). Refer to figures 2 and 3. b. Connect the audio positive (+) leads to the + (SIG) terminal. c. Carefully reinstall housing cover using eight 5/16-18 x 1-3/4"...
  • Page 167 1. Periodically check this device to verify that there are no foreign substances in, or in front of, the speaker which will reduce its effectiveness. 2. Testing should be periodically performed. Refer to the authority having jurisdiction for information. 3. In the event a volume adjustment or other repair is required, be sure to refer to the Safety Message For Maintenance Personnel before proceeding.

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