Carver PM-600 - User Manual

MODEL PM-600
Magnetic-Field Power Amplifier
Owner’s Manual
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Please read carefully!
This amplifier was originally manufactured by Carver Corporation. There are
references contained within this manual to addresses and telephone numbers
that should no longer be used to obtain technical support or factory service.
For any assistance with this product please contact:
Carver Professional
A Division of Phoenix Gold International, Inc.
9300 North Decatur
Portland, Oregon 97203
Tel. 503.978.3344
Fax 503.978.3302

Summary

Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Covers essential safety guidelines for operating the amplifier, including water, heat, and electrical hazards.

Front and Rear Panel Features

Special Features

Clipping Eliminator & Protection Circuitry

Covers circuitry that prevents clipping and protects the amplifier and speakers.

Installation Guide

Mechanical Installation

Guidance on rack mounting, physical placement, and securing the unit.

Power, Cooling, and Sequencing

AC Power Considerations

Details on power supply types, voltage conversion, and current draw.

Remote Power Sequencing

How to manage power-up/down sequences for multiple amplifier units.

Input;Output and Connectivity

I;O Wiring Options

Describes barrier strip, XLR, and phone jack input connections and grounding.

Output Connector Wiring

Operation and Controls

Interior Switch Settings and Operation

Using the PM-600 Amplifier

70 V Distribution System Use

Technical Information Overview

Theory of Operation

Power Amplifier Circuitry Design

Power Supply and Control Circuitry

Power Supply Circuitry Details

Troubleshooting Guide

Power and Audio Output Problems

Troubleshooting steps for no sound or low output conditions.

Distortion Causes and Solutions

Diagnosing and resolving audio distortion issues related to controls or impedance.

Protection LED Illumination Troubleshooting

Identifying reasons for the protection LED activation, such as clipping or overload.

Carver PM-600 Specifications

General

Frequency Response	20 Hz to 20 kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion	0.1%
Input Sensitivity	1.5V
Signal to Noise Ratio	100 dB
Power Output	300 W per channel into 8 ohms