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Macro-Tech Series
Operation Manual
MA-3600VZ
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local Crown Distributor. If you need assistance locating your local distributor, please contact Crown at 574-294-8000.
This manual does not include all of the details of design, production, or variations of the equipment. Nor does it cover every possible
situation which may arise during installation, operation or maintenanc
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Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier Important Safety Instructions Wichtige Sicherheitsinstruktionen Importantes Instructions de Sécurité Instrucciones de Seguridad Importantes IMPORTANT Macro-Tech 3600VZ requires Class 1 output wiring. 1) Read these instructions. TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE TOP OR Macro-Tech 3600VZ exige des câbles de sortie de classe 1 2) Keep these instructions. BOTTOM COVERS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Macro-Tech 3600VZ erfordert Klasse die 1 Produktion
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Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier Crown International, Inc. TCF Technical Certificate No: P4300CRI1.IWS DECLARATION of CONFORMITY Technical Construction File Route Sue Whitfield Issued By: Crown International, Inc. FOR COMPLIANCE QUESTIONS ONLY: 574-294-8289 1718 W. Mishawaka Road swhitfield@crownintl.com Elkhart, Indiana 46517 U.S.A. Competent Body’s Name and Address: European Representative's Name and Address: Technology International
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Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions .....................................................................................2 5 Advanced Features and Options .......................................14 Declaration of Conformity ..........................................................................................3 5.1 Protection Systems ......................................................................... 14 1 Welcome ................
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Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier 1.1 Features *1 kHz 1 Welcome 2 How to Use This Power MA-3600VZ � Grounded Bridge design delivers large ® ® Manual The Crown Macro-Tech 3600VZ profes- voltage swings without stressing output- 2 ohm Dual (per ch.) 1,800W transistors, resulting in lower distortion sional power amplifier features Crown’s pat- 4 ohm Dual (per ch.) 1,565W ® This manual provides you with the necessary ented Variable Impedance (VZ ) power and superior reliability. information to
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Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier 3 Setup 3.1 Unpack Your Amplifier 3.2 Install Your Amplifier 3.3 Ensure Proper Cooling When using an equipment rack, mount units Please unpack and inspect your amplifier for CAUTION: Before you begin, make sure any damage that may have occurred during your amplifier is disconnected from the directly on top of each other. Close any open transit. If damage is found, notify the transpor- power source, with power switch in the spaces in rack with blank panel
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Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier 3 Setup 3.4 Choose Input Wire Unbalanced Line Balanced Line and Connectors Figure 3.3 shows connector pin assignments for balanced wiring, and Figure 3.4 shows connec- tor pin assignments for unbalanced wiring. NOTE: Custom wiring should only be performed by qualified personnel. Figure 3.3 Balanced Input Figure 3.4 Unbalanced Input Connector Wiring Connector Wiring Operation Manual page 7
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Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier 3 Setup 3.5 Choose Output Wire and Con- OUTPUTS nectors CH-2 CH-1 Crown recommends using pre-built or profes- sionally wired, high-quality, two-conductor, heavy gauge speaker wire and connectors. You may use banana connectors, terminal forks or bare wire for your output connectors (see Figure 3.5). To prevent the possibility of short-circuits, wrap or otherwise insulate exposed loudspeaker cable connectors. Note: Binding post outputs on European model
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Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier 3 Setup 3.6 Wire Your System 3.6.1 Stereo Mode Typical input and output wiring is shown in Figure 3.6. INPUTS: Connect input wiring for each channel. Refer to Section 3.4 for input connector pin assignments. OUTPUTS: Maintain proper polarity (+/-) on output connectors. Connect positive (+) speaker lead to Channel 1 positive binding post of amp; connect negative (–) speaker lead to Channel 1 negative binding post of amp. Repeat for Channel 2. Refe
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Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier 3 Setup 3.6.3 Parallel-Mono Mode Typical input and output wiring is shown in Figure 3.8. INPUTS: Connect input wiring to Channel 1. Refer to Section 3, Figure 3.4 for input connector pin assignments. OUTPUTS: Install a jumper wire between the positive binding posts of both Channel 1 and Channel 2 that is at least 14 gauge in size; Connect positive (+) speaker lead to Channel 1 positive binding post of amp; connect negative (–) speaker lead to Chann
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Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier 3 Setup 4 Operation 3.7 Connect to AC Mains 4.1 Precautions 4. Never connect the output to a power supply, battery or power main. Electri- Connect the AC power cordset of your amplifier Your Macro-Tech Series amplifier is protected from cal shock may result. to the AC mains power source (power outlet). internal and external faults, but you should still take the following precautions for optimum perfor- 5. Tampering with the circuitry, or making unau- NOTE
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Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier 4 Operation 4.2 Front Panel Controls C. Signal/IOC Indicator energy reserves decrease. In the event that energy reserves are depleted, the indica- and Indicators Green LED, one per channel. Tri-purpose tors turn off and ODEP limiting occurs. indicator illuminates to indicate the pres- A. Dust Filter See Section 5.1.1 for more about ODEP. ence of output signals; flashes brightly Removes large particles from the air at the with a 0.1-second hold delay to
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Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier 4 Operation Input Sensitivity Switch 4.3 Back Panel Controls M. XLR Inputs (Standard PIP Module) and Connectors One per channel, female XLR input con- Located behind the PIP module is the Input nectors are provided. Sensitivity switch. See Section 5.3.3 for G. Power Cord details. N. 5-Way Binding Post Output Jacks H. Stereo/Mono Switch K. TRS Input Jack One pair per channel; accepts banana Allows selection of Stereo, Bridge-Mono, plugs, spade lugs
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Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier 5 Advanced Features and Options NOTE: For detailed information about (The PIP-Lite can be used with the Macro-Tech ground are referred to as “low-side NPN and PNP.” Positive current is delivered to the load these Crown amplifier features, please 3600VZ.) With ODEP you get the maximum consult the Crown Amplifier Application power with the maximum protection—the by increasing conductance simultaneously in Guide, available on the Crown website show goes on!
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Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier 5 Advanced Features and Options 5.3 Options 5.3.2 Input Sensitivity Switch 5.3.3 Input Ground Lift Switch The Input Sensitivity Switch is located inside the back of The Input Ground Lift switch is located on the rear panel 5.3.1 IQ-PIP-USP2 Adapter and PIP-Lite the amplifier (Figure 5.1). It is set at the factory to 0.775 (Figure 5.1) and can provide isolation between the input Module volt for rated output into 8 ohms. It can also be switched signal groun
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Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier 6 Specifications Minimum Guaranteed Power 120VAC, 60 Hz Units 100VAC International 120 VAC International 230VAC International (see page 18 for complete power specifications) Units Units Units Power in watts per channel,1 kHz, 0.1% THD Stereo mode with both channels driven 1800W 1460W 1490W 1520W 2 ohms per ch. 1565W 1300W 1300W 1325W 4 ohms per ch. 1120W 980W 985W 965W 8 ohms per ch. Bridge-Mono mode 3505W 2835W 2980W 2800W 4 ohms 3140W 2625W 2600W 2515W 8
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Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier 6 Specifications Performance (continued) Output Impedance See Figure 6.5 Load Impedance (Note: Safe with all types of loads) 2-8 ohms Stereo 4-8 ohms Bridge Mono 1-2 ohms Parallel Mono Voltage Gain (8-ohm load, rated output at 1 kHz, maximum level setting) 124.6:1 ±6% or 41.9 dB ±0.5 dB 0.775V sensitivity 69.2:1 ± 6% or 36.8 dB ±0.5 dB 1.4V sensitivity 26 dB sensitivity 20:1 ±6% or 26 dB ±0.5 dB Required AC Mains 50/60 Hz; 100-, 120-, and 230 - VAC (±10%) un
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Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier 6 Specifications Figure 6.1 Minimum Power Matrix Figure 6.2 Maximum Power Matrix page 18 Operation Manual
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Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier 6 Specifications +2 Figure 6.6 Typical Figure 6.3 Typical +1 Phase Response Frequency Response 0 –1 8 ohm 1 watt 4 ohm –2 dB 2 ohm –3 +45˚ –4 –5 0˚ –6 –7 10 100 1 K 10 K 100 K –45˚ FREQUENCY (Hz) 1400 Figure 6.4 Typical Damping Factor 100 1 K 10 K 20 K 1200 FREQUENCY (Hz) 1000 800 600 400 8 ohm 200 Figure 6.7 Typical 100 Crosstalk 0 20 100 1 K 10 K 20 K FREQUENCY (Hz) Figure 6.5 Typical 504.0 Output Impedance 126.8 MILLIOHMS 6 dB 31.8 8.0 2.0 10 100 1 K
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Macro-Tech MA-3600VZ Power Amplifier 7 Troubleshooting CONDITION: No power to the amplifier. POSSIBLE REASON: CONDITION: Normal operation. POSSIBLE REASON: � The amplifier's Power switch is off. � The amplifier is not plugged into the power receptacle. � This is normal operation for your amp. � The amplifier's low-voltage power supply fuse has blown. Return amp to Crown or an authorized Crown Service Center for servicing. � The amp is set for Parallel Mono mode. CONDITION: No sound. POSSIB
