Safety Information CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL Table Of Contents Introduction ...2 Unpacking and Paperwork...2 Features and Specifications PXm250 ...3-4 PXm450 ...5-6...
F i n a l l y, take a moment to fill out the Warranty Registration Card packed with the amplifier and return it to Carver Professional. This will allow us to keep you informed about new products, as they become available.
• 250W bridged mono into 8 ohms 175W per channel into 2 ohms 125W per channel into 4 ohms 75W per channel into 8 ohms • Three connector versions available: Standard - XLR and 1/4" TRS inputs with Multi-way Binding Posts BR Version - Barrier Strip inputs with Multi-way Binding Posts SP Version - XLR and 1/4"...
Power Output, both channels driven: (1kHz, 1%THD), 175W per channel into 2 ohms, 125W per channel into 4 ohms, 75W per channel into 8 ohms Continuous Average Output Power, both channels driven: (20Hz to 20kHz, with no more than 1% THD), 120W per channel into 4 ohms, 70W per channel into 8 ohms Bridged-mono operation:...
• 450W bridged mono into 8 ohms 275W per channel into 2 ohms 225W per channel into 4 ohms 150W per channel into 8 ohms • Three connector versions available: Standard - XLR and 1/4" TRS inputs with Multi-way Binding Posts BR Version - Barrier Strip inputs with Multi-way Binding Posts SP Version - XLR and 1/4"...
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Power Output:, both channels driven: (1kHz, 1%THD), 275W per channel into 2 ohms, 225W per channel into 4 ohms, 150W per channel into 8 ohms Continuous Average Output Power, both channels driven: (20Hz to 20kHz, with no more than 1% THD) 215W per channel into 4 ohms 140W per channel into 8 ohms...
• 900W bridged mono into 8 ohms 550W per channel into 2 ohms 450W per channel into 4 ohms 300W per channel into 8 ohms • Three connector versions available: Standard - XLR and 1/4" TRS inputs with Multi-way Binding Posts BR Version - Barrier Strip inputs with Multi-way Binding Posts SP Version - XLR and 1/4"...
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Power Output, both channels driven: 550W per channel into 2 ohms 450W per channel into 4 ohms 300W per channel into 8 ohms Continuous Average Output Power, both channels driven: (20Hz to 20kHz, with no more than 1% THD) 440W per channel into 4 ohms 280W per channel into 8 ohms Bridged-mono operation:...
P R O F E S S I O N A L Controls And Fu n c t i o n s 1. POWER SWITCH When this switch is engaged, the power turns ON, the PROTECT lights flash red and the Power indicators illuminate.
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7. DIP SWITCH An eight-position DIP switch is available to externally access certain functions of the amplifier independently for each channel. Positions #1 and #5 turn on/off the High Pass filters. Positions #2 and #6 select 30Hz or 80Hz as the cutoff frequency. Positions #3 and #7 activate the Clip Limiters. Positions #4 and #8 select an input sensitivity of .775Vrms or 1.5Vrms.
Input Wiring (See page 18 for recommended Carver Professional Accessories) Standard Version The 1/4" TRS input connectors will accept either unbalanced 1/4" phone plugs or balanced 1/4" TRS phone plugs. The female XLR will accept a male XLR connector.
For balanced operation: 1/4 inch phone plug: Use a 3-conductor TRS (tip-ring-sleeve) 1/4" phone plug. The tip of the plug carries the "+" (high, non-inverting) side of the signal, the ring carries the "-" (low, inverting) side of the signal and the sleeve is ground (see Figure A).
Output Wi r i n g (See page 18 for recommended Carver Professional A c c e s s o r i e s . ) Use heavy gauge cable for speaker connections. As the distance between the amplifier and the speakers increases, the cable diameter should be larger to minimize power loss across the cable, and to improve the damping of the speaker.
The PXm amplifiers can be used to drive 70V distributed systems using Carver Professional output distribution transformers (available separately from your Carver Professional dealer. Order XO125 for the PXm250. Order XO200a for the PXm450 and for the PXm900 order the XO450a. Connect one transformer to the output of each amplifier channel to deliver 125 watts for the PXm250, 225 watts for the PXm450 and 450 watts for the PXm900 to the 70-volt system.
Please promptly complete and return the Warranty registration card. Also, be sure to save the sales receipt in a safe place. It will be necessary for warranty service. If your Carver Professional product should require service, you may contact the Carver Professional Technical Service Department by calling (503) 978-3363 or by writing to us at the Factory address found on page 16.
3. Verify that the total load impedance presented to the amplifier is within the limits described in this manual for the mode of operation selected. Carver Professional reserves the right to improve its products at any time. Therefore, specifications are subject to change without notice. Carver Professional Service Department P.O.
Carver Professional. We suggest that you attach your purchase receipt to this Warranty and keep both documents in a safe place. Thank you for your choice of a Carver...
For the optimum connection of your PXm amplifier, here is a sample of the many accessory products available from Carver Professional. For more information on these accessories, or to receive a full-line catalog of Carver Professional A c c e s s o r i e s , see your Authorized Carver Professional Dealer / Contractor, or contact Carver Professional at 503-978-3344.
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