Crown XLS 1500 User Manual

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Crown XLS 1500 Specifications

General

Power Output (2 ohms)	775W
Power Output (4 ohms)	525W
Power Output (8 ohms)	300W
Total Harmonic Distortion	< 0.5%
Input Sensitivity	1.4V
Channels	2
8 Ohm Bridged	1050W
4 Ohm Bridged	1550W
Damping Factor	> 200
Frequency Response	20Hz - 20kHz
Dimensions	19" x 3.5"
Input Impedance	20 kOhm (balanced), 10 kOhm (unbalanced)
Cooling	Variable speed fan
Power Requirements	100V - 240V, 50/60 Hz

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Lists essential safety guidelines for operating the apparatus, including handling, placement, and electrical safety.

Warning Symbols and Notes

Explains warning symbols, magnetic field effects, and FCC compliance notices for safe operation.

Declaration of Conformity

Get Started

Stereo Bypass Mode

Default stereo mode configuration with the Crossover System bypassed.

Bridge-Mono Mode

Delivers the power of both amplifier channels into a single load (8 or 4 ohm).

Crossover Mode

Configures amplifier with a LowPass Filter on Channel 1 and HighPass on Channel 2.

HighPass Mode

Configures amplifier with a HighPass Filter on both channels at the selected frequency.

LowPass Mode

Configures amplifier with a LowPass Filter on both channels at the selected frequency.

Welcome and Introduction

How to Use This Manual

Explains how to use the manual for safe and correct setup and operation of the amplifier.

Front Panel Features

Indicators

Describes the function of Signal, -10, -20, Clip, and Thermal indicators on the front panel.

Gain Controls

Explains the two rotary level controls for each channel.

Menu Navigation Controls

Describes the Menu/Prev/Next buttons for configuration and access to integrated processing.

LCD Screen

Explains the LCD screen for configuring crossover, amplifier mode, and limiters.

Cooling Vents

Details the front-to-rear forced airflow for cooling.

Power Button

Describes the power button for turning the amplifier on and off.

Back Panel Features

Circuit Breaker

Provides overload protection for the apparatus.

Output Connectors

Details Binding Post, 4-Pole Speakon, and 1/4 Inch output connectors.

Input Connectors

Details RCA (Phono) and Balanced XLR input connectors.

AC Power Connector

Location for the AC power cord connection.

Integrated Processing Features

PureBand Crossover System

Provides a variable state Linkwitz-Riley 24dB/octave filter with selectable frequencies and modes.

Peak Limiters

Provide higher performance and protection by limiting peak output, with options to engage/disengage.