Crown Audio MT-601 User Manual
Operation Manual
Micro-Tech Series Power Amplifiers
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions .................................. 2
Declaration of Conformity ....................................... 3
1 Welcome ...................................... 5
1.1 Features ...................................................... 5
1.2 Unpacking Your Amplifier ........................... 5
2 How to Use This Manual .................... 5
3 Setup ........................................... 6
3.1 Unpack Your Amplifier ............................... 6
3.2 Install Your Amplifier ................................. 6
3.3 Ensure Proper Cooling .............................. 6
3.4 Choose Input Wire and Connectors ........... 7
3.5 Choose Output Wire and Connectors ........ 8
3.6 Wire Your System ...................................... 9
3.6.1 Stereo Mode ..................................... 9
3.6.2 Bridge-Mono Mode .......................... 9
3.6.3 Parallel-Mono Mode ........................ 9
3.7 Set Input Sensitivity ................................... 10
3.8 Set Ground Lift Switch ............................... 10
3.9 Connect to AC Mains ................................ 10
3.10 Startup Procedure .................................... 10
4 Operation ..................................... 11
4.1 Precautions ................................................ 11
4.2 Controls, Indicators and Connectors .......... 12
4.2.1 Front Panel Facilities ......................... 12
4.2.2 Rear Panel Facilites ............................ 13
5 Advanced Features and Options .........................14
5.1 Protection Systems ........................................................ 14
5.1.1 ODEP .................................................................... 14
5.1.2 Ultrasonic and Radio Frequency Protection .......... 14
5.1.3 Drive Protection .................................................... 14
5.1.4 Transformer Thermal Protection ........................... 14
5.1.5 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ................................... 14
5.2 Accessories ................................................................... 15
5.2.1 Cooling Fan Options ............................................ 15
5.2.2 Input Connectors Option ..................................... 15
5.3 Filter Cleaning ............................................................... 15
6 Principles of Operation ....................................16
6.1 Overview ....................................................................... 16
6.2 Circuit Theory ............................................................... 16
6.2.1 Stereo Operation ................................................... 17
6.2.2 Bridge-Mono Operation ........................................ 18
6.2.3 Parallel-Mono Operation ...................................... 18
7 Troubleshooting ............................................19
8 Specifications ..............................................20
9 AC Power Draw and Thermal Dissipation ..............22
10 Service ....................................................24
10.1 Worldwide Service ........................................................ 24
10.2 US and Canada Service ................................................ 24
10.2.1 Service at a US or Canada Service Center .......... 24
10.2.2 Factory Service ................................................... 24
10.2.3 Factory Service Shipping Instructions ................ 24
11 Warranty ...................................................25
Crown Factory Service Information Form ................................... 27