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p x m 2 5 0 / 4 5 0 / 90 0
Professional Stereo Power Amplifier
Made In America
8100.0157A
†Available in North America only
A Division Of Phoenix Gold International, Inc.
9300 North Decatur l P o rtland OR 97203 l Tel: 503.288.2008 l Fax: 503.978.3302 l Email: carv e r p ro @ i m a g i n a . c o m
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Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a new Carver Professional Power Amplifier. The PXm250, PXm450 and PXm900 are designed for any pro audio application. The PXm amplifiers are designed and produced by Carver Professional, a division of Phoenix Gold International, Inc. They combine the experience in pro audio and sonic heritage of Carver Professional with the per- Safety Information formance, manufacturing quality and attention to detail that has defined Phoenix Gold International.
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Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a new Carver Professional Power Amplifier. The PXm250, PXm450 and PXm900 are designed for any pro audio application. The PXm amplifiers are designed and produced by Carver Professional, a division of Phoenix Gold International, Inc. They combine the experience in pro audio and sonic heritage of Carver Professional with the per- Safety Information formance, manufacturing quality and attention to detail that has defined Phoenix Gold International.
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Power Output, both channels driven: Signal-to-Noise Ratio: (1kHz, 1%THD), 175W per >104dB, A-weighted, channel into 2 ohms, 125W ref. to rated power into 8 per channel into 4 ohms, ohms PXm250 75W per channel into 8 Slew Rate: 29V/µ Sec. ohms CMRR: 55dB @ 1kHz Typical 250W bridged mono into 8 ohms Independent CH1 and CH2 selectable Input • • Continuous Average Output Power, both Current Consumption: 175W per channel into 2 ohms Sensitivity @ 0.775Vrms or 1.5V r m s channels driven: 41w @ id
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Power Output, both channels driven: Signal-to-Noise Ratio: (1kHz, 1%THD), 175W per >104dB, A-weighted, channel into 2 ohms, 125W ref. to rated power into 8 per channel into 4 ohms, ohms PXm250 75W per channel into 8 Slew Rate: 29V/µ Sec. ohms CMRR: 55dB @ 1kHz Typical 250W bridged mono into 8 ohms Independent CH1 and CH2 selectable Input • • Continuous Average Output Power, both Current Consumption: 175W per channel into 2 ohms Sensitivity @ 0.775Vrms or 1.5V r m s channels driven: 41w @ id
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Power Output:, both channels driven: Signal-to-Noise Ratio: (1kHz, 1%THD), 275W per >108dB, A-weighted, channel into 2 ohms, 225W ref. to rated power into 8 per channel into 4 ohms, ohms PXm450 150W per channel into 8 Slew Rate: 29V/µ Sec. ohms CMRR: 55dB @ 1kHz Typical 450W bridged mono into 8 ohms Independent CH1 and CH2 selectable input • • Continuous Average Output Power, both Current Consumption: 275W per channel into 2 ohms sensitivity @ 0.775Vrms or 1.5Vrms channels driven: 54w @ idle,
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Power Output:, both channels driven: Signal-to-Noise Ratio: (1kHz, 1%THD), 275W per >108dB, A-weighted, channel into 2 ohms, 225W ref. to rated power into 8 per channel into 4 ohms, ohms PXm450 150W per channel into 8 Slew Rate: 29V/µ Sec. ohms CMRR: 55dB @ 1kHz Typical 450W bridged mono into 8 ohms Independent CH1 and CH2 selectable input • • Continuous Average Output Power, both Current Consumption: 275W per channel into 2 ohms sensitivity @ 0.775Vrms or 1.5Vrms channels driven: 54w @ idle,
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Power Output, both channels driven: Slew Rate: 29V/µ Sec. 550W per channel into 2 CMRR: 55dB @ 1kHz Typical ohms 450W per channel into Current Consumption: 4 ohms 300W per channel 94w @ idle, 384w with PXm900 into 8 ohms musical program, 1135w @ Continuous Average Output Power, both full power into 8 ohms, 900W bridged mono into 8 ohms Independent CH1 and CH2 selectable input • • channels driven: (20Hz to (continuous), 1792w @ full 550W per channel into 2 ohms sensitivity @ 0.775Vrms or 1.5Vrms
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Power Output, both channels driven: Slew Rate: 29V/µ Sec. 550W per channel into 2 CMRR: 55dB @ 1kHz Typical ohms 450W per channel into Current Consumption: 4 ohms 300W per channel 94w @ idle, 384w with PXm900 into 8 ohms musical program, 1135w @ Continuous Average Output Power, both full power into 8 ohms, 900W bridged mono into 8 ohms Independent CH1 and CH2 selectable input • • channels driven: (20Hz to (continuous), 1792w @ full 550W per channel into 2 ohms sensitivity @ 0.775Vrms or 1.5Vrms
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For balanced operation: Installation 1/4 inch phone plug: Use a 3-conductor TRS (tip-ring-sleeve) 1/4" phone plug. The tip of the plug carries the "+" (high, non-inverting) side of the signal, the ring carries the "-" (low, inverting) side of the signal and the sleeve is Location and General Precautions ground (see Figure A). Observe the following precautions when choosing a location for your amplifier. XLR: Use a male XLR connector. Pin 2 carries the "+" (non-inverting) side of the signal, Pi
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For balanced operation: Installation 1/4 inch phone plug: Use a 3-conductor TRS (tip-ring-sleeve) 1/4" phone plug. The tip of the plug carries the "+" (high, non-inverting) side of the signal, the ring carries the "-" (low, inverting) side of the signal and the sleeve is Location and General Precautions ground (see Figure A). Observe the following precautions when choosing a location for your amplifier. XLR: Use a male XLR connector. Pin 2 carries the "+" (non-inverting) side of the signal, Pi
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Bridged Mono High Pass Filter Cut Off Frequency "Bridged Mono" mode is used to tie the two amplifier channels together thereby doubling the power of the amp into a mono The High Pass Filter Cut Off frequency is independently selectable for each channel at a frequency of either 30Hz or load. To configure the amplifier for "Bridged Mono" operation, change the output configuration switch located on the back 80Hz. panel of the amplifier. When in the "Bridged Mono" setting connect the input signal
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Bridged Mono High Pass Filter Cut Off Frequency "Bridged Mono" mode is used to tie the two amplifier channels together thereby doubling the power of the amp into a mono The High Pass Filter Cut Off frequency is independently selectable for each channel at a frequency of either 30Hz or load. To configure the amplifier for "Bridged Mono" operation, change the output configuration switch located on the back 80Hz. panel of the amplifier. When in the "Bridged Mono" setting connect the input signal
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In Case of Difficulty O p e r ating T i p s If you are having trouble, or suspect a problem with your PXm amplifier, try some simple troubleshooting before contacting Using the PXm Amplifiers an Authorized Carver Professional Dealer, Authorized Carver Professional Service Center or Carver Professional Technical Service. Below are listed some general problems and items that should be checked in an attempt to resolve the difficulty. Once the amplifier has been installed and wired into the system,
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In Case of Difficulty O p e r ating T i p s If you are having trouble, or suspect a problem with your PXm amplifier, try some simple troubleshooting before contacting Using the PXm Amplifiers an Authorized Carver Professional Dealer, Authorized Carver Professional Service Center or Carver Professional Technical Service. Below are listed some general problems and items that should be checked in an attempt to resolve the difficulty. Once the amplifier has been installed and wired into the system,
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Cables and Accessories Warranty Information For the optimum connection of your PXm amplifier, here is a sample of the many accessory products available from Carver Professional Power Amplifiers: 5 years Professional. For more information on these accessories, or to receive a full-line catalog of Carver Professional A c c e s s o r i e s , see your Authorized Carver Professional Dealer / Contractor, or contact Carver Professional at 503-978-3344. Email: carverpro@imagina.com Web Site: http://w
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Cables and Accessories Warranty Information For the optimum connection of your PXm amplifier, here is a sample of the many accessory products available from Carver Professional Power Amplifiers: 5 years Professional. For more information on these accessories, or to receive a full-line catalog of Carver Professional A c c e s s o r i e s , see your Authorized Carver Professional Dealer / Contractor, or contact Carver Professional at 503-978-3344. Email: carverpro@imagina.com Web Site: http://w
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† † p x m 2 5 0 / 4 5 0 / 90 0 Professional Stereo Power Amplifier Made In America 8100.0157A †Available in North America only A Division Of Phoenix Gold International, Inc. 9300 North Decatur l P o rtland OR 97203 l Tel: 503.288.2008 l Fax: 503.978.3302 l Email: carv e r p ro @ i m a g i n a . c o m
