Crown XLS 202 - Table of Contents

XLS Series Power Amplifiers
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Operation Manual
Important Safety Instructions ................................................2
Declaration of Conformity ............................................................3
1 Welcome ................................................................................5
1.1 Features ...........................................................................5
1.2 How to Use This Manual ..................................................5
2 Setup ......................................................................................6
2.1 Unpack Your Amplifier ....................................................6
2.2 Install Your Amplifier ......................................................6
2.3 Ensure Proper Cooling ...................................................6
2.4 Choose Input Wire and Connectors ................................7
2.5 Choose Output Wire and Connectors ..............................7
2.6 Wire Your System ...........................................................8
2.6.1 Stereo Mode Using the 5-way Binding Posts..........8
2.6.2 Stereo Mode Using the Speakon
®
Connector ........9
2.6.3 Bridge-Mono Mode ...............................................10
2.7 Connect to AC Mains ......................................................11
2.8 Protecting Your Speakers ................................................11
2.9 Startup Procedure ...........................................................11
3 Operation .............................................................................12
3.1 Precautions ..................................................................... 12
3.2 Front Panel Controls and Indicators ...............................13
3.3 Back Panel Controls and Connectors...............................14
4 Advanced Features and Options ...................................... 15
4.1 Protection Systems ........................................................ 15
4.1.1 Output Current Limiting......................................... 15
4.1.2. DC Protection ...................................................... 15
4.1.3 Circuit Breaker....................................................... 15
4.1.4 Thermal Protection ............................................... 15
5 Troubleshooting .................................................................. 16
6 Specifications ..................................................................... 17
7 AC Power Draw and Thermal Dissipation ..................... 19
8 Service ... .............................................................................. 22
8.1 Worldwide Service .......................................................... 22
8.2 US and Canada Service .................................................. 22
8.2.1 Service at a US or Canada Service Center ............ 22
8.2.2 Factory Service ..................................................... 22
8.2.3 Factory Service Shipping Instructions ................... 22
9 Warranty .............................................................................. 23
Crown Factory Service Information Form ...................................25
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