Table Of Contents - Crown Xs500 Operation Manual

Table of Contents

page 4
Important Safety Instructions ........................................................... 2
Declaration of Conformity ................................................................ 3
1 Welcome ....................................................... 5
1.1 Features ............................................................................... 5
1.2 How to Use This Manual ...................................................... 5
2 Setup ............................................................ 6
2.1 Unpack Your Amplifier ........................................................ 6
2.2 Install Your Amplifier .......................................................... 6
2.3 Ensure Proper Cooling ....................................................... 6
2.4 Choose Input Wire and Connectors .................................... 7
2.5 Choose Output Wire and Connectors .................................. 7
2.6 Wire Your System ............................................................... 8
2.6.1 Stereo Mode .............................................................. 8
2.6.2 How to Parallel the Inputs........................................... 8
2.6.3 Bridge-Mono Mode ................................................... 9
2.7 Connect to AC Mains........................................................... 10
2.8 Protecting Your Speakers .................................................... 10
2.9 Startup Procedure............................................................ ... 10
3 Operation ....................................................... 11
3.1 Precautions........................................................................... 11
3.2 Front Panel Controls and Indicators ..................................... 12
3.3 Back Panel Controls and Connectors (2-channel models).....13
3.4 Back Panel Controls and Connectors (Xs4300).....................14
4 Advanced Features and Options ............................. 15
4.1 Protection Systems ...............................................................15
4.1.1 Output Current Limiting ...............................................15
4.1.2 DC Protection ..............................................................15
4.1.3 Circuit Breaker .............................................................15
4.1.4 Thermal Protection ......................................................15
5 Troubleshooting ............................................... 16
6 Specifications ................................................. 17
7 Service . ....................................................... 19
7.1 Worldwide Service .................................................................19
7.2 US and Canada Service ..........................................................19
7.2.1 Service at a US or Canada Service Center ...................19
7.2.2 Factory Service ............................................................19
7.2.3 Factory Service Shipping Instructions .........................19
8 Warranty ....................................................... 20
Crown Factory Service Information Form ..........................................23
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