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A grounding-type plug has two TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS EQUIPMENT FROM THE Model Names: CTs 4200USP/CN, CTs 8200USP/CN If an equipment rack is used, we recommend locating the amplifier(s) blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or...
2.8 Choose Output Wire and Connectors ......... 10 4.2.6 Power Fuse ............... 22 9.2.3 Factory Service Shipping Instructions ......36 The Crown CTs 4200USP/CN and CTs 8200USP/CN guaran tees its specifications • Blue Power Indicator flashes if the amplifier shuts off due 2.9 Audio Wiring ..............
If damage is found, notify the power source, with the power switch in spaces in rack with blank panels. DO NOT block Note: CTs 8200USP/CN is shown. Some CTs 4200 D. Clip Indicator transpor tation company immediately. Only you the “off”...
CobraNet network. Please see Note: CTs 8200USP/CN is shown. Some CTs Sec tion 2.6 for details. amplifier’s mode of operation: Dual 8/4 ohms, See Section 3.2.1.
CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers 2 Setup 2 Setup (continued) (continued) See the Crown Amplifier Appli cation Guide, available Figure 2.6 Balanced Input online at www.crownaudio.com, Connector Wiring 2.7 Choose Input Wire and Connectors 2.9 Audio Wiring for pin assignments for If you will be connecting an analog audio signal to the CTs amplifier, please CAUTION: Never change the position of...
CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers 3 Operation 3 Operation (continued) 3.2 CobraNet and Control Module Features .3.2.5 CobraNet In-Use/Conductor Indicator • Mute All: This mutes the channels when the AUX input is The indicator on the right side of each CobraNet RJ-45 connector active.
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CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers 3 Operation 3 Operation (continued) (continued) 2. Hold the Reset/Preset switch in for two flashes of the Data light 3.2.23 Input Signal Compressor/Limiter Low Limit: Sets the lower bound below which the system will •...
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CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers 3 Operation 3 Operation (continued) (continued) Most amplifier/load systems can be configured and supervised An “8 ohm” example: All-Pass filters provide no gain change to the output, but provide a Conductor Firmware Version CobraNet Audio: Assign this in the CobraNet Input section of by following these steps: 30 mA into 8 ohms = 0.007watt.
CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers 3 Operation 4 Advanced Features (continued) 3.3.3 CobraNet Output Routing CobraNet Transmit Channels Here are some features of CobraNet Transmit Channels: 4.1 Using the AUX Connector The AUX output has two enhanced modes: Error Reporting and 4.1.2 AUX Input Each CobraNet Bundle can contain up to eight unique digital Flash Preset.
20 (full CW) 0.00 0.00 0.00 Be sure to turn off the amplifier before changing CN and CTs 8200USP/CN the most trustworthy multi- the Mode-switch setting. 4.2.7 Inrush Limiting channel amplifiers in the business! Figure 4.5 Level-control Attenuation per Detent A soft-start circuit in the power supply minimizes the 4.2.11 Bridge Mode Indicator...
CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers 5 Troubleshooting 5 Troubleshooting (continued) CONDITION: Fault indicator is on. CONDITION: Power indicator is off. CONDITION: No sound, even though CONDITION: Thermal indicator is POSSIBLE REASON: the amp has power. Power LED is on flashing.
The following specifications apply to all models in Dual 8/4 ohm mode with 8-ohm loads unless otherwise specified. Performance CTs 4200USP/CN CTs 8200USP/CN Problem: Data indicator is not flashing, even though a valid Problem: Green LINK/ACTIVITY indicator in network connector does Frequency Response (at 1 watt, 20 Hz - 20 kHz) ±...
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6 Specifications 6 Specifications (continued) (continued) Figure 6.4 CTs 8200USP/CN Typical Output Impedance vs. Frequency Figure 6.2 CTs 8200USP/CN Typical Phase Response (1 W) Figure 6.1 CTs 8200USP/CN Typical Frequency Response (1 W) Figure 6.5 CTs 8200USP/CN Typical Crosstalk vs. Frequency Figure 6.3 CTs 8200USP/CN Typical Damping Factor vs.
1/8th Power Pink Noise 8 Ohms/Ch. 200x4 1027 16 Ohms Bridge 400x2 Typical of program material CTs 8200USP/CN: MINIMUM GUARANTEED POWER (In watts, 0.1% THD) 120VAC, 60 Hz units 4 Ohms/Ch. 260x4 just at clip. 1722 Dual Mode 8 Ohms Bridge 520x2 70V/Ch.
CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers 7 AC Power Draw and 8 Network and CobraNet Basics Thermal Dissipation (continued) This section provides additional information about HiQnet or • The use of “off-the-shelf” networking hardware. This Ethernet Networks are established through the use of either a hub Network basics.
CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers 8 Network and CobraNet Basics 8 Network and CobraNet Basics (continued) (continued) Each component has three identifiers that are used in the HiQnet This allows the network designer to isolate network traffic from each Up to 8 full-loaded Bundles (64 audio channels) are allowed on a 8.2 A Closer Look at CobraNet 8.2.2 Audio Specs...
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CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers 10 Warranty UNITED STATES & CANADA SUMMARY OF WARRANTY other encumbrances. The refund will be equal to ANY DEFECT IN THE NEW CROWN PRODUCT. the actual purchase price, not including inter est, THIS INCLUDES ANY DAMAGE TO ANOTHER Crown International, 1718 West Mishawaka Road, insurance, closing costs, and other finance...
CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers PRODUCT REgISTRATION Crown Audio, Inc. 1718 W. Mishawaka Rd. Elkhart, IN 46517-9439 Phone: 574-294-8000 Fax: 574-294-8329 www.crownaudio.com Online registration is also available at http://crownweb.crownintl.com/webregistration. *Warranty is only valid within the United States of America. For information on Warranty outside of the U.S.A, please contact your local distributor.
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CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers CTs Multi-Channel Power Amplifiers Crown Audio Factory Service Information Shipping Address: Crown Audio Factory Service, 1718 W. Mishawaka Rd., Elkhart, IN 46517 PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY SRA #: __________________(If sending product to Crown factory service.) Model: _________________________________...
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