Crown XLS 1000 User Manual

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Crown XLS 1000 Specifications

General

Channels	2
Frequency Response	20 Hz - 20 kHz, +0/-1 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)	< 0.5%
Input Sensitivity	1.4V
Input Impedance	20kΩ balanced, 10kΩ unbalanced
Damping Factor	> 200
Power Output (Bridged Mode)	700W @ 8Ω
Connectors	XLR
Weight	8.6 lbs
Cooling	Forced air
Power Requirements	100V-240V ~ 50/60Hz
Power Output (Stereo Mode)	215W @ 8Ω, 350W @ 4Ω

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Guidelines

Comprehensive safety instructions covering installation, usage, cleaning, and servicing to prevent hazards.

Declaration of Conformity

Compliance Standards

Details EMC and Safety standards the XLS Series amplifiers comply with, including specific EN and IEC certifications.

Get Started - Modes

Stereo Bypass Mode

Default stereo mode with PureBand Crossover System bypassed. Connect signal and speakers.

Bridge-Mono Mode

Delivers power of both channels to a single 8 or 4 ohm load. Setup instructions for bridge mode.

Crossover Mode

Configures amplifier for LowPass Filter on Channel 1 and HighPass Filter on Channel 2. Setup steps.

Get Started - Filters

HighPass Mode

Configures amplifier for HighPass Filter on both channels at a selected frequency. Setup steps provided.

LowPass Mode

Configures amplifier for LowPass Filter on both channels at a selected frequency. Setup steps provided.

Manual Usage

How to Use This Manual

Guidance on effectively using the manual for setup, operation, and safety. Recommends reading instructions and warranty registration.

Front Panel Features

Indicators and Controls

Explanation of front panel LEDs for signal, clip, thermal status, gain controls, and navigation buttons.

Front Panel Displays and Cooling

Details the LCD screen for configuration and the cooling vents for airflow.

Power Button

Function of the power button to turn the amplifier on/off and its indicator LED.

Back Panel Features

Power and Protection

Details the AC power connector and the circuit breaker for overload protection.

Speaker Outputs

Description of binding post and 4-pole Speakon output connectors for speakers.

Audio Inputs

Details RCA, 1/4 Inch, and Balanced XLR input connectors for signal sources.

Cooling System

Details the front-to-back forced airflow provided by the fans for cooling.

Integrated Processing Features

PureBand™ Crossover System

Details the variable Linkwitz-Riley 24dB/octave filter, available frequencies, and modes (Crossover, LowPass, HighPass, Bridge).

Peak™ Limiters

Explanation of Peak Clip Limiters for performance enhancement and speaker protection, and how to engage/disengage them.