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...........................................................8
 2.6.2 Bridge-Mono Mode ...............................................9
       2.7 Connect to AC Mains ......................................................10
       2.8 Protecting Your Speakers ................................................10
       2.9 Startup Procedure ...........................................................10
 3 Operation .............................................................................11
      3.1 Precautions ..................................................................... 11
      3.2 Front Panel Controls and Indicators  ...............................12
      3.3 Back Panel Controls and Connectors...............................13
4 Advanced Features and Options ......................................14
       4.1 Protection Systems ........................................................ 14
             4.1.1 Output Current Limiting......................................... 14
             4.1.2. DC Protection ...................................................... 14
             4.1.3 Circuit Breaker....................................................... 14
             4.1.4 Thermal Protection ............................................... 14
5 Troubleshooting .................................................................. 15
6 Specifications ..................................................................... 16
7 AC Power Draw and Thermal Dissipation ..................... 18
8 Service ... .............................................................................. 21
      8.1 Worldwide Service .......................................................... 21
      8.2 US and Canada Service .................................................. 21
             8.2.1 Service at a US or Canada Service Center ............ 21
             8.2.2 Factory Service ..................................................... 21
            8.2.3 Factory Service Shipping Instructions ................... 21
9 Warranty .............................................................................. 22
Crown Factory Service Information Form  ...................................25
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