Carvin DCM600 2 Channel 600w Power Amplifier Manual

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

IMPORTANT! FOR YOUR PROTECTION, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING:

WATER AND MOISTURE: Appliance should not be used near water (near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc). Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.

POWER SOURCES: The product should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.

GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION: Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization is not defeated.

POWER CORD PROTECTION: Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

SERVICING: The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.

FUSING: If your unit is equipped with a fuse receptacle, replace only with the same type fuse.

Refer to replacement text on the unit for correct fuse type.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (EUROPEAN)

The conductors in the AC power cord are colored in accordance with the following code.

GREEN & YELLOW—Earth BLUE—Neutral BROWN—Live

U.K. MAIN PLUG WARNING: A molded main plug that has been cut off from the cord is unsafe. NEVER UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD YOU INSERT A DAMAGED

OR CUT MAIN PLUG INTO A POWER SOCKET.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Your Carvin product is guaranteed against failure for 3 YEARS unless otherwise stated. Carvin will service and supply all parts at no charge to the customer providing the unit is under warranty. Shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer. CARVIN DOES NOT PAY FOR

PARTS OR SERVICING OTHER THAN OUR OWN. A COPY OF THE ORIGINAL INVOICE IS

REQUIRED TO VERIFY YOUR WARRANTY. Carvin assumes no responsibility for horn drivers or speakers damaged by this unit. This warranty does not cover, and no liability is assumed, for damage due to: natural disasters, accidents, abuse, loss of parts, lack of reasonable care, incorrect use, or failure to follow instructions. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied. No representative or person is authorized to represent or assume for

Carvin any liability in connection with the sale or servicing of Carvin products. CARVIN SHALL

NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

SERVICE:

In the USA, please call 800-235-2235 for a RMA # (return authorization number). Write this number on the box and enclose a description of the problem. Prepay to Carvin 12340

World Trade Drive, SD, CA 92128.

Outside the USA, contact your dealer or go to http://www.carvinworld.com for your nearest service center. Include a written description of the problem with serial number and date of purchase.

MAINTAINING YOUR EQUIPMENT

Avoid spilling liquids or allowing any other foreign matter inside the unit. The panel of your unit can be wiped from time to time with a dry or slightly damp cloth in order to remove dust and bring back the new look. As with all pro gear, avoid prolonged use in caustic environments (salt air). When used in such an environment, be sure the amplifier is adequately protected by rack, covers, etc..

REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST FOR DCM AMPS

A3

A4

A5

A6

C110

C111

C115

C116

C117

C118

A7

A8

BP1

BP2

BR1

C3

C4

C5

C6

C7

C8

C9

C10

C11

C15

C16

Parts list for DCM Series Power Amplifiers Carvin P/N

Binding Post, 2-way, Red/Black .................................................03-10450

Cover, Black 18GA Steel ............................................................10-82005

Chassis ......................................................................................10-07509

Face panel..................................................................................10-07503

Face panel bezel.........................................................................10-07504

Trim Label..................................................................................77-07521

Fan, 24VDC 80mm.....................................................................70-02408

Fan Guard, 80x80mm ................................................................03-90080

Power cord (120V) ....................................................................05-01603

Power cord (230V) ....................................................................05-01903

Handle, 2-space rack .................................................................10-11120

Knob, Black, recessed................................................................07-09011

Power cord, 8’2”........................................................................05-01603

Stand-off, Al, 1.5” Hex, 6-32......................................................03-63315

Toroid insulator pad 3.8” OD .....................................................03-15004

DCM600 Specific parts:

Label Face..................................................................................77-07522

Rear label ..................................................................................77-07508

10 Amp Circuit breaker (120V) ..................................................70-28110

6 Amp Circuit breaker (230V) ....................................................70-28106

Toroid, 120V ..............................................................................15-70160

Toroid, 230V ..............................................................................15-70260

C1, Capacitor 10KµF 63V, Poly 20% .........................................42-10363

C2B, Capacitor 10KµF 63V, Poly 20%.......................................42-10363

R30, 1/4W Resistor 47K, .35” prep. 5% Carbon......................50-47045


Label Face..................................................................................77-07523

Rear label...................................................................................77-07510



Toroid, 120V ..............................................................................15-10166

Toroid, 230V ..............................................................................15-10266




Parts list for PCB Card HT Series Power Amplifiers

Ref. Des. Description

A1

A2

IC Op Amp NE5532

IC Op Amp MC4558

Linear Output

CP1 Dual HFREQ

IC Op Amp NE5532

IC Op Amp NE5532

IC Op Amp MC4558

IC Op Amp MC4558

IC Op Amp MC4558

IC Op Amp NE5532

Capacitor 1000µF 35V


Capacitor 120PF 500V

Capacitor 10µF 63V

Linear Output

Linear Output

CP1 Dual HFREQ

CP1 Dual HFREQ

CP1 Dual HFREQ

Linear Output

Binding Post Red/Black Combo


Diode Bridge AC/DC PCB MTG

Electrolytic 20%

Electrolytic 20%

Capacitor 0.047µF 100V Poly 10%


Capacitor 220µF 50V Electrolytic 20%







C17

C18

C100

C101



Capacitor 27PF 500V

Capacitor 27PF 500V

Ceramic 5%

Ceramic 5%

C102

C104

Capacitor 22µF 50V

Capacitor 27PF 500V

Electrolytic 20%

Ceramic 5%

C105 Capacitor 0.047µF 100V Poly 10%




Capacitor 27PF 500V

Capacitor 56PF 500V

Ceramic 5%

Ceramic 5%

Ceramic 5%

Electrolytic 20%

Carvin P/N

Carvin P/N

60-55320

60-45580

60-55320

60-55320

60-45580

60-45580

60-45580

60-55320

03-10400

03-10400

60-35041

47-10235

47-10235

46-47312

46-47312

47-22151

47-10051

46-47312

46-47312

46-47312

46-47312

46-47312

46-47312

47-47125

45-27052

45-27052

47-22051

45-27052

46-47312

Carvin P/N

46-10212

47-22051

45-27052

45-56052

45-12052

47-10061

H4-A

H4-B

H5

H6-A

H6-B

H7

J100

J101

D209

H1-A

H1-B

H2

H2-A

H2-B

H3-A

H3-B

D201

D202

D203

D204

D205

D206

D207

D208

D102

D103

D104

D106

D107

D108

D109

D200

D8

D9

D10

D11

D12

D13

D100

D101

D4

D5

D6

D7

C221

D1

D2

D3

C210

C211

C215

C216

C217

C218

C219

C220

C119

C120

C121

C200

C201

C202

C204

C205




Capacitor 27PF 500V Ceramic 5%

Capacitor 27PF 500V

Capacitor 22µF 50V





Capacitor 27PF 500V

Capacitor 56PF 500V






Diode 1N4003 Rect Gen 1A 200V

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Ceramic 5%

Electrolytic 20%

Ceramic 5%

Ceramic 5%

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

LED Red small #204HD 3mm T-1.0

LED Yellow small #204YD 3mm T-1.0

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

LED Green small #204GD 3mm T-1.0


LED Red small

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

#204HD 3mm T-1.0

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V



LED Red small

LED Red small

#204HD 3mm T-1.0

#204HD 3mm T-1.0

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V


Header 4 Pin AMP 9A 600V PCB MTG


Header 2 Pin Vert Panduit PCB MTG

Header 4 Pin Vert SHS 2.5mm PCB MTG










XLR Jack Female Neutrik Vert PCB MTG

Phone Jack, 1/4” 7 Pin Plastic, 24mm Tall

J102

J200

J201

J202






K100 Relay 24V12A SPDT SIEMENS PCB MGT

K200

L100

Relay 24V12A SPDT SIEMENS PCB MGT

Inductor 3.3µH Air Core Spool

L200

OP1

OP2

Inductor 3.3µH Air CoreSpool

Opto Isolator VTL5C2


21-06453

21-40000

21-06457

21-06453

Carvin P/N

70-05712

70-05712

15-00165

15-00165

60-50253

60-50253

60-40030

23-08604

23-08604

23-10002

23-11004

23-11004

23-11010

23-11010

23-11010

23-11010

23-10002

23-08604

23-08604

23-08609

21-40000

21-06457

60-75330

60-75320

60-75320

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-75330

60-75320

60-75320

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

46-68312

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-75320

60-75340

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

46-47312

46-10212

46-68312

45-27052

45-27052

47-22051

45-27052

46-47312

46-10212

47-22051

45-27052

45-56052

45-12052

46-47312

46-47312

46-10212

R2

R3

R4

R5

Q208

Q209

Q210

R1

Q110

Q200

Q202

Q203

Q204

Q205

Q206

Q207

Q102

Q103

Q104

Q105

Q106

Q107

Q108

Q109

P100

P101

P200

P201

Q1

Q2

Q100

Q101

Pot. B10Kx2 41Clk Brkt Rot Knurled 90°

Pot. Trimmer 5K Vert PCB MTG



Transistor Darlington NPN MPSA14

Transistor 2N5400 PNP AMP TO-92


Transistor TIP31C 3A 100V NPN TO-220

Transistor MPSW42 HV 1.0W NPN T0-237

Transistor CENW92 HV PNP 1.0W TO-92

Transistor TIP32C 3A 100V PNP TO-220



Transistor MJL21194 NPN 16A 250V 200W


Transistor MJL21193 PNP 16A 250V 200W












1/4W Resistor 2.2K

.35” prep. 5% Carbon

1/4W Resistor 3.3K


1/4W Resistor 100K .35” prep. 5% Carbon

1/4W Resistor 150Ω .35” prep. 5% Carbon


R14

R15

R16

R17

R18

R19

R20

R22

R6

R7

R8

R9

R10

R11

R12

R13

1/4W Resistor 39K

1/4W Resistor 22K

1/4W Resistor 20K

1/4W Resistor 6.8K

1/4W Resistor 10K

Not Used

1/4W Resistor 22K

1/4W Resistor 1K

1/4W Resistor 10K

1/4W Resistor 10K

1/4W Resistor 5.6K








1/4W Resistor 2.2M .35” prep. 5% Carbon








R23

R24

R25

R26

R28

R31

R100

R101

R102

R103




1/4W Resistor 4.7K






1/4W Resistor 22K

1/4W Resistor 22K



R104

R105

R106

R107

R108

R109

R110

R111

R112

R115

1/4W Resistor 2.2K





1/4W Resistor 1K

Not Used




1/4W Resistor 1.5K




R116

R117

R118

R119

R120

R121

1/4W Resistor 10K

1/4W Resistor 2.2K

1/4W Resistor 47K

1/4W Resistor 4.7K







50-47055

50-47025

50-15035

50-10045

Carvin P/N

50-10045

50-22035

50-47045

50-47035

50-10025

50-10025

R238

R239

R240

R244

R250

S1

S2

S3

R230

R231

R232

R233

R234

R235

R236

R237

S4

VR1

VR2

VR3

R222

R223

R224

R225

R226

R227

R228

R229

R212

R215

R216

R217

R218

R219

R220

R221

R203

R204

R205

R206

R207

R208

R209

R210

R138

R139

R140

R144

R150

R200

R201

R202

R130

R131

R132

R133

R134

R135

R136

R137

R122

R123

R124

R125

R126

R127

R128

R129

50-22045

50-10035

50-10045

50-10045

50-56035

50-47055

50-10045

50-10035

50-47035

50-22025

50-10055

50-10045

50-10045

50-22045

50-22045

50-22035

50-22025

50-47055

50-47055

50-10035

60-21193

60-00014

60-00042

60-00092

60-32000

60-31000

60-31000

60-21194

60-21194

60-21193

60-21193

50-22035

50-33035

50-10055

50-15025

50-39045

71-10301

71-25000

71-10301

71-25000

60-00014

60-54000

60-00014

60-31000

60-00042

60-00092

60-32000

60-31000

60-31000

60-21194

60-21194

60-21193

50-39045

50-47055

50-47055

50-22045

50-22045

50-20045

50-68035

50-22065

50-20045

50-10045

CAUTION


REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SER-

VICE PERSONNEL! THIS UNIT CON-

TAINS HIGH VOLTAGE INSIDE!

1/4W Resistor 4.7K



1/4W Resistor 4.7K


1/4W Resistor 2.2K




1/4W Resistor 2.2K


1/2W Resistor 4.7Ω 0.5 prep. 5% Carbon



5W Resistor 0.22Ω Vert 5% Sand Bar









2W Resistor 10Ω

2W Resistor 10Ω

0.8 prep. 5% Metal

0.8 prep. 5% Metal





1/4W Resistor 2.2K






Not Used





1/4W Resistor 2.2K



1/4W Resistor 4.7K




1/4W Resistor 4.7K



1/4W Resistor 4.7K


1/4W Resistor 2.2K




1/4W Resistor 2.2K














2W Resistor 10Ω

2W Resistor 10Ω

0.8 prep. 5% Metal

0.8 prep. 5% Metal

Switch DPDT Push, Vert Small PCB MTG




Voltage Regulator 7815 +15V 2A

Voltage Regulator 7915 -15V 2A


52-47005

50-15025

52-47005

55-02205

55-02205

55-02205

55-02205

50-10035

50-10045

50-10055

50-10055

50-33045

54-10015

54-10015

25-02201

25-02201

25-02201

25-02201

60-78150

60-79150

60-79150

50-47055

50-47025

50-10045

50-10045

50-22035

50-47045

50-47035

50-10025

50-10025

50-47035

50-68025

50-47035

50-22035

50-10035

50-68025

50-22035

50-10055

50-10055

50-33045

54-10015

54-10015

50-10045

50-10045

50-22045

50-22045

50-22035

50-22025

50-47055

50-47055

50-10035

50-47035

50-68025

50-47035

50-22035

50-10035

50-68025

50-22035

52-47005

50-15025

52-47005

55-02205

55-02205

55-02205

55-02205

50-10035

50-10045

CARVIN ENGINEERING DATA

DCM600, DCM1000, DCM1500 POWER AMPS

OPERATING MANUAL

DCM600, DCM1000, DCM1500

Pristine sound, brute power and no-fault reliability make the DCM amps the power amp of choice for pro audio. Massive Toroid power supplies with huge capacitors deliver the bass that kick drums demand. Designed for continuous operation, overheating is not a problem especially down at minimum impedances where other amps simply turn off.

Each DCM is hand built at our San Diego factory featuring all steel construction, recessed controls and heavy-duty power components. The rock-solid, efficient design with its superb testimonial-proven sound makes the USA built DCM an amp you'll own for years.

PURE—TRANSPARENT SOUND

Carvin considers the sound of an amp equally important as to its reliability. To insure pure, uncolored sound, we build one of the fastest power stages on the market today. High slew rates of 50v/µs deliver superb transient response. High frequencies are transparent and open—even at extreme levels. Linear feedback circuits reduce distortion to near the theoretical zero limit preventing harshness which would lead to ear fatigue. The DCM deliver transparent, unaltered sound— especially important to the studio user. Drive any type of reactive loads, including 70V transformer distribution systems.

ULTRA RUGGED FOR TOURING

Every chassis is made from heavy-duty 16 gauge steel that is plated before painted to prevent rust. All internal cabling is neatly tied and harnessed. Every circuit card is FR-4 MILITARY SPEC, double-sided, fire retardant glass epoxy. Plated through-holes insure that the solder flows on the top, bottom and through each hole of every component preventing components from shaking loose. Speakon™ connectors, heavy-duty power switches, recessed knobs, all give the DCM amps a “tank-like” ruggedness.

TOROID POWER SUPPLY

Toroids deliver massive amounts of “on demand” current for continuous 2 ohm operation. This gives the power supply a solid foundation, yielding more headroom for large subwoofer applications. Not only do toroids deliver high current, but they are known for reducing stray magnetic fields eliminating hum & noise.

This is especially important to the recording industry.

MODULAR CONSTRUCTION

With the DCM Series, Carvin brings you totally modular construction. If you ever need an I/O (input/output) connector card because a connector wore-out, just unplug and re-install the replacement card. This applies to every aspect of the DCM Series amps including the power supply, power cards, heat sinks and fans. Everything is connected by heavy-duty AMP™ and MOLEX™ type connectors for easy replacement—even the Toroid transformer is a plug-in.

DISTORTION-FREE LIMITERS

The purpose of a limiter is to hold down peaks so the amp won’t distort with extra hot input signals (helps protect speakers). In addition, a well designed limiter can increase your amp’s average output as much as 3 dB allowing levels to be turned up without peak distortion. Part of Carvin’s design uses the more expensive, distortion-free linear “opto isolators”. Unlike amps that use FET controlled limiters, which inject small amounts of distortion, the DCM Series limiters keep your sound pure and uncolored!

RECEIVING INSPECTION—read before getting started

INSPECT YOUR UNIT FOR ANY DAMAGE which may have occurred during shipping. If any damage is found, please notify the shipping company and CARVIN immediately.

SAVE THE CARTON & ALL PACKING MATERIALS. In the event you have to re-ship your unit, always use the original carton and packing material. This will provide the best possible protection during shipment. CARVIN and the shipping company are not liable for any damage caused by improper packing.

SAVE YOUR INVOICE. It will be required for warranty service if needed in the future.

SHIPMENT SHORTAGE. If you find items missing, they may have been shipped separately.

Please allow several days for the rest of your order to arrive before inquiring.

RECORD THE SERIAL NUMBER on the enclosed warranty card for your records. Keep your portion of the card and return the portion with your name and comments to us.

USA customers register online at: www.carvin.com/registration

All other countries register online at: www.carvinworld.com/registration

FRONT PANELS & CONNECTING UP

The DCM Series feature front panel signal, peak and protect LEDs which let you monitor the status of the amp. Both channels use detente level controls allowing you to see your settings at a glance. Balanced TRS & XLR input connectors are used to eliminate hum & noise. Speaker outputs feature heavy-duty binding posts, Speakon™ connectors and 1/4” jacks.

The rear professional accessory group offers a GROUND switch to remove the chassis ground from the XLR input. A PARALLEL input switch connects the inputs together eliminating Y cables for patching multiple amp systems. The accessory group also features a BRIDGE MODE switch to deliver twice the power into a “mono” load or full power into a 70V distribution system, and a LIMITER ON/OFF switch gives the choice of using the internal limiter circuitry.

DCM POWER AMP SPECIFICATIONS:

MODEL

Bridged RMS Continuous

4Ω, (20-20k Hz, <1.0%)

8Ω, (20-20k Hz, <1.0%)

Both Channels RMS Continuous

2Ω (20-20k Hz, <1.0%)

4Ω (20-20k Hz, <1.0%)

8Ω (20-20k Hz, <1.0%)

THD (20-20k Hz 50% power)

THD (20-20k Hz 90% power)

Damping Factor:

DCM600

600w

450w

300/300w

250/250w

125/125w

0.03%

0.1%

>500

DCM1000 DCM1500

1000w

700w

500/500w

350/350w

225/225w

0.03%

0.1%

>500

1500w

1000w

750/750w

500/500w

300/300w

0.03%

0.1%

>500

Slew Rate: bridged mode

Sensitivity: (4Ω, Vms)

Signal to Noise Ratio:

>50v/µs

1.0 V

Above 100dB

>50v/µs

1.0 V

>50v/µs

1.0 V

Frequency Response:

Input Impedance:

±0.5 dB, 20 Hz to 20kHz

(±1.5 dB, 10 Hz & 40 kHz)

>20K Ω, balanced

Protection Circuits: Short Circuit • No Load Protection • SpeakerGuard™ • Thermal Shut-Off • Mute On/Off

Control and Indicators:

Front: Power switch • Recessed detente attenuators • Signal LED • Clip LED • Protect LED • Power Indicator

Rear: Ground Lift (each channel) • Parallel Input Switch • Speaker Output Bridge Switch • Limiters

IN/OUT Switch • Input Connectors: Two each; Balanced XLR & 1/4” • Speaker Output Connectors:

Dual heavy duty binding posts, three Speakon™ & four 1/4”

Internal Fuse SLOW BLOW - DCM600: 15A, DCM1000: 20A, 240V/10A, DCM1500: 20A, 240V/10A

Dimensions: 3 1/2" High x 19" Wide x 10" Depth (2-space); 8.8 x 48.3 x 25.3cm

Net Weight: DCM600: 19 lbs. DCM1000: 23 lbs. (10.3Kgs), DCM1500: 26 lbs. (11.9Kgs)

76-01000C 011404

FRONT & REAR PANEL CONTROLS

DCM1000

6

14

15

17

13

12

15

13

17

19

7

6

5

4

8

7

6

5

4

30

50 ∞

22 3

30

1

0 dB

2

50 ∞ 1

0 dB

CHANNEL ONE

2

3

15

13

12

17

15

17

13 7

6

8

7

6

5

19

CLIP

22

30

50 ∞

19

22 3

4

30

50 ∞ 1

0 dB

2

1

0 dB

CHANNEL TWO

2

3

4

5

PROTECT

POWER

DCM1500

1500 Watt Power Amp

5 4 3 7 2 1

WARNING

This product produces high sound pressure levels that could damage your hearing.

Use with caution.

16 13 8

15

12

11

10 9

(Recessed)

FRONT PANEL

1. MOUNTING

Sturdy one piece 12 gauge steel face plate accommodates standard 19” rack installation. The rack mounting holes are designed on ISO standard spacing. Four 10-32 x .5” phillips machine screws are normally used to secure the amp. Rear support brackets are not required.

2. POWER SWITCH

Check the power amp connections and verify the AC line power source before engaging the POWER switch. The yellow LED unmistakably indicates that all circuits are properly powered up. Yellow is used so the operator can see the red indicators (clipping or protect) from a distance.

3. CHANNEL LEVEL CONTROL

A precision input LEVEL attenuate is used to adjust the volume levels. To deliver the amps maximum power without reducing the headroom of the signal source, the level controls should be turned full on.

4. CHANNEL SIGNAL INDICATOR

The green SIGNAL LED indicators will start to flash when there is a low signal passing to your speakers (-30dBµ). This lets you know when the amp is passing a signal to your speaker connectors.

5. CHANNEL CLIP INDICATOR

The red CLIP LED indicators flash when each channel has reached its maximum output. Occasional flashing caused by low frequencies is OK. However, consistent flashing caused by higher frequencies may damage high frequency drivers (excessive distortion). This does not cause damage to the amp.

6. COOLING VENTS/FAN

Upon rack installation, the rear of the amp must be fully exposed to room temperature air. The surrounding air should not be warmer than 120° or the thermal protection could active the PROTECT LED.

The front cooling vents are not to be restricted.

7. PROTECT LED INDICATOR

The red PROTECT LED provides the operator with information about the status of the amplifier. The

PROTECT LED can come on under 3 different conditions (when this happens, both channels are muted and the speaker relays disconnect the speakers);

1) During power-up, the amplifier stays in a muted state for approx. 3 sec until it determines that everything is functioning normally (no output shorts or over temp conditions).

2) When the output load draws excessive current or a direct short is detected caused by a shorted speaker cable or speaker system, the RED PROTECT LED will illuminate. Reset this condition by turning the amp off for two seconds and then on again. Check for shorted cables and that the total speaker impedance is not below 2 ohms per channel (4 ohms bridged).

3) Overheating is usually determined when the amp stops in the middle of a performance and the

PROTECT LED comes on. If this is the cause, leave the amp on for the fan to cool the amp down.

The amp will automatically reset within 3 minutes. The PROTECT LED will turn off when ready.

Check for the following conditions; a) The rear intake air is not restricted, b) The intake air is not extremely warm, c) The front exhaust vents are not restricted, or d) No excessive speaker load (try other speakers or remove speakers if you have more than one connected to each channel).

REAR PANEL

8. XLR CHANNEL INPUTS

For most applications, use the XLR balanced inputs. This will help to reduce hum and allow longer cable runs from your signal source (mixer, etc). Because this is a balanced input, the gain will be 6 dB higher than using the 1/4” input jack with non balanced lines. XLR pin configuration: Pin 1: Grounded through the GROUND LIFT switch, Pin 2: positive Bal. signal and Pin 3: negative Bal. signal.

6

9. CHANNEL 1/4” TRS INPUT

This TRS jack is designed to receive either balanced or unbalanced input signals. Balanced signals coming into this jack should be wired with the connector’s tip going to signal + and the connector’s ring to signal -. The connector’s sleeve is then tied internally to ground through the GROUND LIFT switch.

10. PARALLEL OR “Y” INPUTS

The rear PARALLEL switch connects both channels together from either input. This eliminates Y adapter cables. This feature is used to “daisy chain” one piece of equipment to another. Just plug into the unused

INPUT (TRS or XLR) and it will become the output for other equipment.

11. INPUT GROUND LIFT

Many times sound systems are connected in such a manner as to cause a grounded loop with the inputs which results in audible hum. The input GND LIFT switch (TRS & XLR) on the rear panel will help eliminate this problem. If not, install a Carvin’s MTF55 “Ground lifter” between the amplifier input and the signal.

12. LIMITERS

To activate the LIMITERS, engage the rear limiter switch. The built-in “Optio” limiters are recommended to hold down peaks that could cause distortion. To check the effectiveness of the limiters when the channel starts to distort (under full output), engage the limiters and listen for the reduction of the distortion.

If the distortion stops, you can try to turn the channel up for more power until distortion is heard. The lower bass frequencies are most affected. WARNING: Do not check in an environment where the sound level could damage your ears!

13. SPEAKER 1/4” AND SPEAKON™ OUTPUTS

The standard 1/4” SPEAKER jacks are offered for low power applications. Speakon™ connectors are provided for high power application. Secure the Speakon™ connection by turning to the right. The center

Speakon™ is for the “Bridge” output only. Turn the amp off before connecting your speakers.

14. SPEAKER BINDING POSTS

For high power speaker connections, use the rear BINDING POSTS to connect your speakers. Wire sizes up to 7 gauge (50 amps) can be inserted into the binding post “side holes”. Larger cable can be used with

“banana” plugs which plug into the end of the binding posts (remove colored caps from end of binding posts). Binding posts are spaced on ISO standards. Use the two center RED binding posts to BRIDGE speaker connections (see 15 BRIDGE MODE).

15. BRIDGE MODE—

25V/70V DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

The DCM’s can be operated in bridge mode if you require a 25V / 70V mono distribution speaker system or a mono (single channel) amp, which doubles the power into a single load. With your amp off, push

“IN” the rear (recessed) BRIDGE switch after you have made your connections to either the center bridge

Speakon™ or the rear center RED binding posts (ch 1 is + and ch 2 is -). Carefully select or damage may result to the speakers (this is why the switch has been recessed). No other speaker connectors or binding posts can be used at the same time! The INPUT connector and LEVEL is handled by channel 1. Channel

2 is non-operational. The minimum speaker impedance is 4 ohms. CAUTION: The power developed by bridging your amp can destroy most speakers.

16. AC POWER

Your amp is designed to run on either 120V 60 Hz or 240V 50Hz depending on the model purchased.

The voltage range for 120V model is 95V to 132V and for 240V model it is 195V to 255V. The rear heavyduty AC receptacle will accept a universal grounded AC cord that is designed your country. Be sure to check your power source before plugging into a grounded (3 prong) outlet. Never defeat the grounded connection or electrocution may result! Firmly push the AC cord all the way into the receptacle.

FUSE: The fuse is located within the main chassis above the AC connector mounted on the rear, inside the PC card. Normaly if the fuse fails, the amp will require service. See spec. chart for fuse values.

NOTE: Each amp will require a dedicated circuit if you are driving the amp to its full output. There will be a sustained loss of power if the AC voltage falls below the rated 120V or 230/240V. Use a heavy gauge power cable and power source.

TYPICAL STEREO SETUP

(OR MONO BI-AMP)

Ch 1 Left

(Hi Freq. Bi-Amp)

BRIDGE switch must be OFF (OUT).

12

4 W MIN www.carvin.com

DCM1500

STEREO AMPLIFIER

8 OHMS/CH 300W

4 OHMS/CH

2 OHMS/CH

8W BRIDGED

4W BRIDGED

SERIAL NUMBER

500W

750W

1000W

1500W

0B

MADE

US

120VAC 60Hz

1200VA INTERNAL FUSE

IN THE

A

SHORT CIRCUIT PROTECTION: RESET POWER SWITCH (OFF-ON)

HI-TEMP: WAIT FOR AUTO RESET

12

2W MIN 2W MIN or

INPUTS

1

BRIDGE

XLR

PIN 1 GND

PIN 2 SIGNAL +

PIN 3 SIGNAL –

ON

OFF

LIMITER GND

LIFT

PARALLEL

INPUTS

2

For channel separation (stereo) or Bi-Amping the PARALLEL switch must be OFF (OUT).

(Lo Freq. Bi-Amp)

DCM1000

Ch 2 Right

70V DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

Ch 1 Input www.carvin.com

DCM1500

STEREO AMPLIFIER

8 OHMS/CH

4 OHMS/CH

300W

500W

2 OHMS/CH

8W BRIDGED

4W BRIDGED

750W

1000W

1500W

SERIAL NUMBER

0B

MADE

120VAC 60Hz


IN THE

US A

To signal socket XLR or 1/4" 2 or 3 cond. shielded

Activate the BRIDGE switch

(IN). Control the level by Ch 1

( Ch 2 does not function.

BRIDGE

4 W MIN or

INPUTS

1

BRIDGE

XLR

LIMITER GND

LIFT

PIN 1 GND

PIN 2 SIGNAL +

PIN 3 SIGNAL –

ON

PARALLEL

OFF

INPUTS



12

2W MIN 2W MIN

2

DCM1000

The channel PARALLEL

switch OFF (OUT).

Connect the DCM600 & DCM1000 in “bridge mode” to deliver 70 volts. Higher powered amps will exceed 70v, damaging transformers and speakers.

15w

7w

3w

1w

C C

16

8

4

+

15w

7w

3w

1w

C C

16

8

4

+

Full Range

(Hi Freq. Bi-Amp)

Horn System

Full Range

(Lo Freq. Bi-Amp)

Woofer System

STEREO BIAMPING

Left

Highs

Left

Highs

Suggested Crossover settings

Low/High 1k-2.5k Hz

Right

Highs

Crossover

Input

1-800-854-2235 www.carvin.com

INTERNAL FUSE

90-250 VAC

10 VA ~50-60HZ

XC3000

Electronic Crossover

GND

LIFT

CHANNEL ONE

Crossover

Input

HIGH

PHASE

MID

PHASE

LOW

PHASE

MONO

[ LOW 1+2 ]


Low/High 1k-2.5k Hz

CHANNEL TWO

HIGH

PHASE

MID

PHASE

LOW

PHASE

SWITCHABLE

TO MONO

[ LOW 1+2]

Right

Highs

STEREO TRIAMPING

Crossover

Input

50-60Hz

20VA

120V 240V


Mixer

Mixer Output

Output


Low/Mid 100-200 Hz


INPU

T

Crossover

Input

CHANNEL TWO

PHASE

OUT

IN

LOW OUT

PHASE

IN

OUT

MID OUT

PHASE

OUT

IN

HIGH OUT

INPUT

CHANNEL ONE

Mid/High 1k-2k Hz

CH 1/2

PHASE

IN

OUT

LOW OUT

PHASE

OUT

IN

MID OUT

PHASE

OUT

IN

HIGH OUT LOW OUT

SUM

MADE IN TH

US A

Left

Lows

Low Amplifier

12


DCM1500

STEREO AMPLIFIER

0B

8 OHMS/CH

2 OHMS/CH

8W BRIDGED

4W BRIDGED

SERIAL NUMBER

300W

750W

1000W

1500W

MADE

US

IN THE

A

120VAC 60Hz


12

BRIDGE ONLY



12

2W MIN 2W MIN

INPUTS

1

BRIDGE

XLR

PIN 1 GND

PIN 2 SIGNAL +

PIN 3 SIGNAL –

ON

OFF

LIMITER GND PARALLEL

LIFT INPUTS

2

Low Amplifier

Left

Lows

12


DCM1500

STEREO AMPLIFIER

8 OHMS/CH

8W BRIDGED

4W BRIDGED

SERIAL NUMBER

0B

300W

500W

1000W

1500W

MADE IN THE

US A

120VAC 60Hz




12

2W MIN 2W MIN

INPUTS

1

BRIDGE

XLR

LIMITER GND

LIFT

PIN 1 GND

PIN 3 SIGNAL –

ON

PARALLEL

OFF

INPUTS

2

DCM1000

Right

Lows

Right

Lows

Right

Highs

Right

Mids

Right

Lows

Right

Highs

Right

Mids

Right

Lows www.carvin.com

DCM1500

0B

STEREO AMPLIFIER

8 OHMS/CH

2 OHMS/CH

8W BRIDGED

4W BRIDGED

SERIAL NUMBER

300W

750W

1000W

1500W

MADE IN THE

US A

120VAC 60Hz


4 W MIN

12

BRIDGE ONLY

INPUTS

1

BRIDGE

XLR

LIMITER GND

LIFT

PIN 1 GND

PIN 2 SIGNAL +

PIN 3 SIGNAL –

ON

OFF

PARALLEL

INPUTS


12

2W MIN 2W MIN

2

12


DCM1500

0B

STEREO AMPLIFIER

8 OHMS/CH

2 OHMS/CH

8W BRIDGED

4W BRIDGED

SERIAL NUMBER

300W

750W

1000W

1500W

MADE IN THE

US A

120VAC 60Hz


12

BRIDGE ONLY


12

2W MIN 2W MIN

INPUTS

1

BRIDGE

XLR

LIMITER GND

LIFT

PIN 1 GND

PIN 2 SIGNAL +

PIN 3 SIGNAL –

ON

OFF

PARALLEL

INPUTS

2 www.carvin.com

DCM1500

STEREO AMPLIFIER

8 OHMS/CH 300W

500W

1000W

1500W

MADE IN THE

0B

8W BRIDGED

4W BRIDGED

SERIAL NUMBER

US A

120VAC 60Hz


OUTPUTS

12

4 W MIN


12

2W MIN 2W MIN

INPUTS

1

BRIDGE

XLR

LIMITER GND

LIFT

PIN 1 GND

PIN 2 SIGNAL +

PIN 3 SIGNAL –

ON

OFF

PARALLEL

INPUTS

2

Left

Mids

Left

Highs

Left

Lows

Right

Highs

Right

Mids

Right

Lows

TS 1/4” Unbalanced

Tip-Sleeve

Sleeve Tip

XLR

Ring

Tip

Ground

TRS 1/4” Balanced

Tip-Ring-Sleeve

Sleeve

Ring

Neg.

Tip

Pos.

SHIELD 1

Ring

Tip

Ground

2-

2+

1+

1-

Solder tinned wires 1/4"

Strip cable insulation back 3/4"

Speakon™

• Slip "Securing Hub" then "Cable Clamp" over cable before attaching wires.

• Connection Configuration:

Black (1+) / positive

White (1-) / negative

Red (2+) / positive

Green (2-) / negative

• Solder wires in contacts or use hex screws provided.

2

-NEG.

3

GND

+ SIGNAL (BAL.)

- SIGNAL (BAL.) Twist-Lok

Housing

Contact

Insert

Cable

Clamp

Securing

Hub

1) NO SOUND FROM CH 2: The rear (recessed) BRIDGE switch has been inadvertently pushed in.

2) STEREO CHANNELS SOUND THE SAME: The rear

PARALLEL switch has been inadvertently pushed in.

3) NO HIGH FREQUENCIES: Tweeters or midrange drivers have been damaged or blown from feedback or to much power.

HELPFUL HINTS

4) SYSTEM HUM: Switch the rear GND LIFT switch IN or OUT. If the hum is not eliminated, then install Carvin’s MTF55 “Ground

Lifter” between the amplifier input and signal source. This isolates the input ground from the AC power ground.

5) POOR SOUND (BASS): The speaker systems are wired out of phase to each other. To correct, reverse the wires on one speaker connector only and your sound, especially the bass response will improve.

6) DEDICATED CIRCUIT BREAKER: Each amp will require a dedicated circuit breaker for its full output. There will be a sustained loss of power if the AC voltage falls below the rated

120V or 230/240V input.

FRONT & REAR PANEL CONTROLS

DCM1000

6

14

15

17

13

12

15

13

17

19

7

6

5

4

8

7

6

5

4

30

50 ∞

22 3

30

1

0 dB

2

50 ∞ 1

0 dB

CHANNEL ONE

2

3

15

13

12

17

15

17

13 7

6

8

7

6

5

19

CLIP

22

30

50 ∞

19

22 3

4

30

50 ∞ 1

0 dB

2

1

0 dB

CHANNEL TWO

2

3

4

5

PROTECT

POWER

DCM1500

1500 Watt Power Amp

5 4 3 7 2 1

WARNING

This product produces high sound pressure levels that could damage your hearing.

Use with caution.

16 13 8

15

12

11

10 9

(Recessed)

FRONT PANEL

1. MOUNTING

Sturdy one piece 12 gauge steel face plate accommodates standard 19” rack installation. The rack mounting holes are designed on ISO standard spacing. Four 10-32 x .5” phillips machine screws are normally used to secure the amp. Rear support brackets are not required.

2. POWER SWITCH

Check the power amp connections and verify the AC line power source before engaging the POWER switch. The yellow LED unmistakably indicates that all circuits are properly powered up. Yellow is used so the operator can see the red indicators (clipping or protect) from a distance.

3. CHANNEL LEVEL CONTROL

A precision input LEVEL attenuate is used to adjust the volume levels. To deliver the amps maximum power without reducing the headroom of the signal source, the level controls should be turned full on.

4. CHANNEL SIGNAL INDICATOR

The green SIGNAL LED indicators will start to flash when there is a low signal passing to your speakers (-30dBµ). This lets you know when the amp is passing a signal to your speaker connectors.

5. CHANNEL CLIP INDICATOR

The red CLIP LED indicators flash when each channel has reached its maximum output. Occasional flashing caused by low frequencies is OK. However, consistent flashing caused by higher frequencies may damage high frequency drivers (excessive distortion). This does not cause damage to the amp.

6. COOLING VENTS/FAN

Upon rack installation, the rear of the amp must be fully exposed to room temperature air. The surrounding air should not be warmer than 120° or the thermal protection could active the PROTECT LED.

The front cooling vents are not to be restricted.

7. PROTECT LED INDICATOR

The red PROTECT LED provides the operator with information about the status of the amplifier. The

PROTECT LED can come on under 3 different conditions (when this happens, both channels are muted and the speaker relays disconnect the speakers);

1) During power-up, the amplifier stays in a muted state for approx. 3 sec until it determines that everything is functioning normally (no output shorts or over temp conditions).

2) When the output load draws excessive current or a direct short is detected caused by a shorted speaker cable or speaker system, the RED PROTECT LED will illuminate. Reset this condition by turning the amp off for two seconds and then on again. Check for shorted cables and that the total speaker impedance is not below 2 ohms per channel (4 ohms bridged).

3) Overheating is usually determined when the amp stops in the middle of a performance and the

PROTECT LED comes on. If this is the cause, leave the amp on for the fan to cool the amp down.

The amp will automatically reset within 3 minutes. The PROTECT LED will turn off when ready.

Check for the following conditions; a) The rear intake air is not restricted, b) The intake air is not extremely warm, c) The front exhaust vents are not restricted, or d) No excessive speaker load (try other speakers or remove speakers if you have more than one connected to each channel).

REAR PANEL

8. XLR CHANNEL INPUTS

For most applications, use the XLR balanced inputs. This will help to reduce hum and allow longer cable runs from your signal source (mixer, etc). Because this is a balanced input, the gain will be 6 dB higher than using the 1/4” input jack with non balanced lines. XLR pin configuration: Pin 1: Grounded through the GROUND LIFT switch, Pin 2: positive Bal. signal and Pin 3: negative Bal. signal.

6

9. CHANNEL 1/4” TRS INPUT

This TRS jack is designed to receive either balanced or unbalanced input signals. Balanced signals coming into this jack should be wired with the connector’s tip going to signal + and the connector’s ring to signal -. The connector’s sleeve is then tied internally to ground through the GROUND LIFT switch.

10. PARALLEL OR “Y” INPUTS

The rear PARALLEL switch connects both channels together from either input. This eliminates Y adapter cables. This feature is used to “daisy chain” one piece of equipment to another. Just plug into the unused

INPUT (TRS or XLR) and it will become the output for other equipment.

11. INPUT GROUND LIFT

Many times sound systems are connected in such a manner as to cause a grounded loop with the inputs which results in audible hum. The input GND LIFT switch (TRS & XLR) on the rear panel will help eliminate this problem. If not, install a Carvin’s MTF55 “Ground lifter” between the amplifier input and the signal.

12. LIMITERS

To activate the LIMITERS, engage the rear limiter switch. The built-in “Optio” limiters are recommended to hold down peaks that could cause distortion. To check the effectiveness of the limiters when the channel starts to distort (under full output), engage the limiters and listen for the reduction of the distortion.

If the distortion stops, you can try to turn the channel up for more power until distortion is heard. The lower bass frequencies are most affected. WARNING: Do not check in an environment where the sound level could damage your ears!

13. SPEAKER 1/4” AND SPEAKON™ OUTPUTS

The standard 1/4” SPEAKER jacks are offered for low power applications. Speakon™ connectors are provided for high power application. Secure the Speakon™ connection by turning to the right. The center

Speakon™ is for the “Bridge” output only. Turn the amp off before connecting your speakers.

14. SPEAKER BINDING POSTS

For high power speaker connections, use the rear BINDING POSTS to connect your speakers. Wire sizes up to 7 gauge (50 amps) can be inserted into the binding post “side holes”. Larger cable can be used with

“banana” plugs which plug into the end of the binding posts (remove colored caps from end of binding posts). Binding posts are spaced on ISO standards. Use the two center RED binding posts to BRIDGE speaker connections (see 15 BRIDGE MODE).

15. BRIDGE MODE—

25V/70V DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

The DCM’s can be operated in bridge mode if you require a 25V / 70V mono distribution speaker system or a mono (single channel) amp, which doubles the power into a single load. With your amp off, push

“IN” the rear (recessed) BRIDGE switch after you have made your connections to either the center bridge

Speakon™ or the rear center RED binding posts (ch 1 is + and ch 2 is -). Carefully select or damage may result to the speakers (this is why the switch has been recessed). No other speaker connectors or binding posts can be used at the same time! The INPUT connector and LEVEL is handled by channel 1. Channel

2 is non-operational. The minimum speaker impedance is 4 ohms. CAUTION: The power developed by bridging your amp can destroy most speakers.

16. AC POWER

Your amp is designed to run on either 120V 60 Hz or 240V 50Hz depending on the model purchased.

The voltage range for 120V model is 95V to 132V and for 240V model it is 195V to 255V. The rear heavyduty AC receptacle will accept a universal grounded AC cord that is designed your country. Be sure to check your power source before plugging into a grounded (3 prong) outlet. Never defeat the grounded connection or electrocution may result! Firmly push the AC cord all the way into the receptacle.

FUSE: The fuse is located within the main chassis above the AC connector mounted on the rear, inside the PC card. Normaly if the fuse fails, the amp will require service. See spec. chart for fuse values.

NOTE: Each amp will require a dedicated circuit if you are driving the amp to its full output. There will be a sustained loss of power if the AC voltage falls below the rated 120V or 230/240V. Use a heavy gauge power cable and power source.

TYPICAL STEREO SETUP

(OR MONO BI-AMP)

Ch 1 Left

(Hi Freq. Bi-Amp)

BRIDGE switch must be OFF (OUT).

12


DCM1500

STEREO AMPLIFIER

8 OHMS/CH 300W

4 OHMS/CH

2 OHMS/CH

8W BRIDGED

4W BRIDGED

SERIAL NUMBER

500W

750W

1000W

1500W

0B

MADE

US

120VAC 60Hz


IN THE

A



12

2W MIN 2W MIN or

INPUTS

1

BRIDGE

XLR

PIN 1 GND

PIN 2 SIGNAL +

PIN 3 SIGNAL –

ON

OFF

LIMITER GND

LIFT

PARALLEL

INPUTS

2

For channel separation (stereo) or Bi-Amping the PARALLEL switch must be OFF (OUT).

(Lo Freq. Bi-Amp)

DCM1000

Ch 2 Right

70V DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

Ch 1 Input www.carvin.com

DCM1500

STEREO AMPLIFIER

8 OHMS/CH

4 OHMS/CH

300W

500W

2 OHMS/CH

8W BRIDGED

4W BRIDGED

750W

1000W

1500W

SERIAL NUMBER

0B

MADE

120VAC 60Hz


IN THE

US A

To signal socket XLR or 1/4" 2 or 3 cond. shielded

Activate the BRIDGE switch

(IN). Control the level by Ch 1

( Ch 2 does not function.

BRIDGE

4 W MIN or

INPUTS

1

BRIDGE

XLR

LIMITER GND

LIFT

PIN 1 GND

PIN 2 SIGNAL +

PIN 3 SIGNAL –

ON

PARALLEL

OFF

INPUTS



12

2W MIN 2W MIN

2

DCM1000

The channel PARALLEL

switch OFF (OUT).

Connect the DCM600 & DCM1000 in “bridge mode” to deliver 70 volts. Higher powered amps will exceed 70v, damaging transformers and speakers.

15w

7w

3w

1w

C C

16

8

4

+

15w

7w

3w

1w

C C

16

8

4

+

Full Range

(Hi Freq. Bi-Amp)

Horn System

Full Range

(Lo Freq. Bi-Amp)

Woofer System

STEREO BIAMPING

Left

Highs

Left

Highs


Low/High 1k-2.5k Hz

Right

Highs

Crossover

Input

1-800-854-2235 www.carvin.com

INTERNAL FUSE

90-250 VAC

10 VA ~50-60HZ

XC3000


GND

LIFT

CHANNEL ONE

Crossover

Input

HIGH

PHASE

MID

PHASE

LOW

PHASE

MONO

[ LOW 1+2 ]


Low/High 1k-2.5k Hz

CHANNEL TWO

HIGH

PHASE

MID

PHASE

LOW

PHASE

SWITCHABLE

TO MONO

[ LOW 1+2]

Right

Highs

STEREO TRIAMPING

Crossover

Input

50-60Hz

20VA

120V 240V


Mixer

Mixer Output

Output


Low/Mid 100-200 Hz


INPU

T

Crossover

Input

CHANNEL TWO

PHASE

OUT

IN

LOW OUT

PHASE

IN

OUT

MID OUT

PHASE

OUT

IN

HIGH OUT

INPUT

CHANNEL ONE

Mid/High 1k-2k Hz

CH 1/2

PHASE

IN

OUT

LOW OUT

PHASE

OUT

IN

MID OUT

PHASE

OUT

IN

HIGH OUT LOW OUT

SUM

MADE IN TH

US A

Left

Lows

Low Amplifier

12


DCM1500

STEREO AMPLIFIER

0B

8 OHMS/CH

2 OHMS/CH

8W BRIDGED

4W BRIDGED

SERIAL NUMBER

300W

750W

1000W

1500W

MADE

US

IN THE

A

120VAC 60Hz


12

BRIDGE ONLY



12

2W MIN 2W MIN

INPUTS

1

BRIDGE

XLR

PIN 1 GND

PIN 2 SIGNAL +

PIN 3 SIGNAL –

ON

OFF

LIMITER GND PARALLEL

LIFT INPUTS

2

Low Amplifier

Left

Lows

12


DCM1500

STEREO AMPLIFIER

8 OHMS/CH

8W BRIDGED

4W BRIDGED

SERIAL NUMBER

0B

300W

500W

1000W

1500W

MADE IN THE

US A

120VAC 60Hz




12

2W MIN 2W MIN

INPUTS

1

BRIDGE

XLR

LIMITER GND

LIFT

PIN 1 GND

PIN 3 SIGNAL –

ON

PARALLEL

OFF

INPUTS

2

DCM1000

Right

Lows

Right

Lows

Right

Highs

Right

Mids

Right

Lows

Right

Highs

Right

Mids

Right

Lows www.carvin.com

DCM1500

0B

STEREO AMPLIFIER

8 OHMS/CH

2 OHMS/CH

8W BRIDGED

4W BRIDGED

SERIAL NUMBER

300W

750W

1000W

1500W

MADE IN THE

US A

120VAC 60Hz


4 W MIN

12

BRIDGE ONLY

INPUTS

1

BRIDGE

XLR

LIMITER GND

LIFT

PIN 1 GND

PIN 2 SIGNAL +

PIN 3 SIGNAL –

ON

OFF

PARALLEL

INPUTS


12

2W MIN 2W MIN

2

12


DCM1500

0B

STEREO AMPLIFIER

8 OHMS/CH

2 OHMS/CH

8W BRIDGED

4W BRIDGED

SERIAL NUMBER

300W

750W

1000W

1500W

MADE IN THE

US A

120VAC 60Hz


12

BRIDGE ONLY


12

2W MIN 2W MIN

INPUTS

1

BRIDGE

XLR

LIMITER GND

LIFT

PIN 1 GND

PIN 2 SIGNAL +

PIN 3 SIGNAL –

ON

OFF

PARALLEL

INPUTS

2 www.carvin.com

DCM1500

STEREO AMPLIFIER

8 OHMS/CH 300W

500W

1000W

1500W

MADE IN THE

0B

8W BRIDGED

4W BRIDGED

SERIAL NUMBER

US A

120VAC 60Hz


OUTPUTS

12

4 W MIN


12

2W MIN 2W MIN

INPUTS

1

BRIDGE

XLR

LIMITER GND

LIFT

PIN 1 GND

PIN 2 SIGNAL +

PIN 3 SIGNAL –

ON

OFF

PARALLEL

INPUTS

2

Left

Mids

Left

Highs

Left

Lows

Right

Highs

Right

Mids

Right

Lows

TS 1/4” Unbalanced

Tip-Sleeve

Sleeve Tip

XLR

Ring

Tip

Ground

TRS 1/4” Balanced

Tip-Ring-Sleeve

Sleeve

Ring

Neg.

Tip

Pos.

SHIELD 1

Ring

Tip

Ground

2-

2+

1+

1-

Solder tinned wires 1/4"

Strip cable insulation back 3/4"

Speakon™

• Slip "Securing Hub" then "Cable Clamp" over cable before attaching wires.

• Connection Configuration:

Black (1+) / positive

White (1-) / negative

Red (2+) / positive

Green (2-) / negative

• Solder wires in contacts or use hex screws provided.

2

-NEG.

3

GND

+ SIGNAL (BAL.)

- SIGNAL (BAL.) Twist-Lok

Housing

Contact

Insert

Cable

Clamp

Securing

Hub

1) NO SOUND FROM CH 2: The rear (recessed) BRIDGE switch has been inadvertently pushed in.

2) STEREO CHANNELS SOUND THE SAME: The rear

PARALLEL switch has been inadvertently pushed in.

3) NO HIGH FREQUENCIES: Tweeters or midrange drivers have been damaged or blown from feedback or to much power.

HELPFUL HINTS

4) SYSTEM HUM: Switch the rear GND LIFT switch IN or OUT. If the hum is not eliminated, then install Carvin’s MTF55 “Ground

Lifter” between the amplifier input and signal source. This isolates the input ground from the AC power ground.

5) POOR SOUND (BASS): The speaker systems are wired out of phase to each other. To correct, reverse the wires on one speaker connector only and your sound, especially the bass response will improve.

6) DEDICATED CIRCUIT BREAKER: Each amp will require a dedicated circuit breaker for its full output. There will be a sustained loss of power if the AC voltage falls below the rated

120V or 230/240V input.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

CAUTION


DO NOT OPEN

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

IMPORTANT! FOR YOUR PROTECTION, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING:

WATER AND MOISTURE: Appliance should not be used near water (near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc). Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.

POWER SOURCES: The product should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.

GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION: Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization is not defeated.

POWER CORD PROTECTION: Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

SERVICING: The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.

FUSING: If your unit is equipped with a fuse receptacle, replace only with the same type fuse.

Refer to replacement text on the unit for correct fuse type.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (EUROPEAN)

The conductors in the AC power cord are colored in accordance with the following code.

GREEN & YELLOW—Earth BLUE—Neutral BROWN—Live

U.K. MAIN PLUG WARNING: A molded main plug that has been cut off from the cord is unsafe. NEVER UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD YOU INSERT A DAMAGED

OR CUT MAIN PLUG INTO A POWER SOCKET.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Your Carvin product is guaranteed against failure for 3 YEARS unless otherwise stated. Carvin will service and supply all parts at no charge to the customer providing the unit is under warranty. Shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer. CARVIN DOES NOT PAY FOR

PARTS OR SERVICING OTHER THAN OUR OWN. A COPY OF THE ORIGINAL INVOICE IS

REQUIRED TO VERIFY YOUR WARRANTY. Carvin assumes no responsibility for horn drivers or speakers damaged by this unit. This warranty does not cover, and no liability is assumed, for damage due to: natural disasters, accidents, abuse, loss of parts, lack of reasonable care, incorrect use, or failure to follow instructions. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied. No representative or person is authorized to represent or assume for

Carvin any liability in connection with the sale or servicing of Carvin products. CARVIN SHALL

NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

SERVICE:

In the USA, please call 800-235-2235 for a RMA # (return authorization number). Write this number on the box and enclose a description of the problem. Prepay to Carvin 12340

World Trade Drive, SD, CA 92128.

Outside the USA, contact your dealer or go to http://www.carvinworld.com for your nearest service center. Include a written description of the problem with serial number and date of purchase.

MAINTAINING YOUR EQUIPMENT

Avoid spilling liquids or allowing any other foreign matter inside the unit. The panel of your unit can be wiped from time to time with a dry or slightly damp cloth in order to remove dust and bring back the new look. As with all pro gear, avoid prolonged use in caustic environments (salt air). When used in such an environment, be sure the amplifier is adequately protected by rack, covers, etc..

REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST FOR DCM AMPS

A3

A4

A5

A6

C110

C111

C115

C116

C117

C118

A7

A8

BP1

BP2

BR1

C3

C4

C5

C6

C7

C8

C9

C10

C11

C15

C16

Parts list for DCM Series Power Amplifiers Carvin P/N

Binding Post, 2-way, Red/Black .................................................03-10450

Cover, Black 18GA Steel ............................................................10-82005

Chassis ......................................................................................10-07509

Face panel..................................................................................10-07503

Face panel bezel.........................................................................10-07504

Trim Label..................................................................................77-07521

Fan, 24VDC 80mm.....................................................................70-02408

Fan Guard, 80x80mm ................................................................03-90080

Power cord (120V) ....................................................................05-01603

Power cord (230V) ....................................................................05-01903

Handle, 2-space rack .................................................................10-11120

Knob, Black, recessed................................................................07-09011

Power cord, 8’2”........................................................................05-01603

Stand-off, Al, 1.5” Hex, 6-32......................................................03-63315

Toroid insulator pad 3.8” OD .....................................................03-15004


Label Face..................................................................................77-07522

Rear label ..................................................................................77-07508


6 Amp Circuit breaker (230V) ....................................................70-28106

Toroid, 120V ..............................................................................15-70160

Toroid, 230V ..............................................................................15-70260


C2B, Capacitor 10KµF 63V, Poly 20%.......................................42-10363



Label Face..................................................................................77-07523

Rear label...................................................................................77-07510



Toroid, 120V ..............................................................................15-10166

Toroid, 230V ..............................................................................15-10266




Parts list for PCB Card HT Series Power Amplifiers


A1

A2

IC Op Amp NE5532

IC Op Amp MC4558

Linear Output

CP1 Dual HFREQ

IC Op Amp NE5532

IC Op Amp NE5532

IC Op Amp MC4558

IC Op Amp MC4558

IC Op Amp MC4558

IC Op Amp NE5532



Capacitor 120PF 500V

Capacitor 10µF 63V

Linear Output

Linear Output

CP1 Dual HFREQ

CP1 Dual HFREQ

CP1 Dual HFREQ

Linear Output



Diode Bridge AC/DC PCB MTG

Electrolytic 20%

Electrolytic 20%










C17

C18

C100

C101



Capacitor 27PF 500V

Capacitor 27PF 500V

Ceramic 5%

Ceramic 5%

C102

C104

Capacitor 22µF 50V

Capacitor 27PF 500V

Electrolytic 20%

Ceramic 5%

C105 Capacitor 0.047µF 100V Poly 10%




Capacitor 27PF 500V

Capacitor 56PF 500V

Ceramic 5%

Ceramic 5%

Ceramic 5%

Electrolytic 20%

Carvin P/N

Carvin P/N

60-55320

60-45580

60-55320

60-55320

60-45580

60-45580

60-45580

60-55320

03-10400

03-10400

60-35041

47-10235

47-10235

46-47312

46-47312

47-22151

47-10051

46-47312

46-47312

46-47312

46-47312

46-47312

46-47312

47-47125

45-27052

45-27052

47-22051

45-27052

46-47312

Carvin P/N

46-10212

47-22051

45-27052

45-56052

45-12052

47-10061

H4-A

H4-B

H5

H6-A

H6-B

H7

J100

J101

D209

H1-A

H1-B

H2

H2-A

H2-B

H3-A

H3-B

D201

D202

D203

D204

D205

D206

D207

D208

D102

D103

D104

D106

D107

D108

D109

D200

D8

D9

D10

D11

D12

D13

D100

D101

D4

D5

D6

D7

C221

D1

D2

D3

C210

C211

C215

C216

C217

C218

C219

C220

C119

C120

C121

C200

C201

C202

C204

C205





Capacitor 27PF 500V

Capacitor 22µF 50V





Capacitor 27PF 500V

Capacitor 56PF 500V







Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Ceramic 5%

Electrolytic 20%

Ceramic 5%

Ceramic 5%

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V


LED Yellow small #204YD 3mm T-1.0

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V



LED Red small

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

#204HD 3mm T-1.0

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V



LED Red small

LED Red small

#204HD 3mm T-1.0

#204HD 3mm T-1.0

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Diode 1N4003

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

Rect Gen 1A 200V

















J102

J200

J201

J202






K100 Relay 24V12A SPDT SIEMENS PCB MGT

K200

L100

Relay 24V12A SPDT SIEMENS PCB MGT

Inductor 3.3µH Air Core Spool

L200

OP1

OP2

Inductor 3.3µH Air CoreSpool



21-06453

21-40000

21-06457

21-06453

Carvin P/N

70-05712

70-05712

15-00165

15-00165

60-50253

60-50253

60-40030

23-08604

23-08604

23-10002

23-11004

23-11004

23-11010

23-11010

23-11010

23-11010

23-10002

23-08604

23-08604

23-08609

21-40000

21-06457

60-75330

60-75320

60-75320

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-75330

60-75320

60-75320

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

46-68312

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-75320

60-75340

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

60-40030

46-47312

46-10212

46-68312

45-27052

45-27052

47-22051

45-27052

46-47312

46-10212

47-22051

45-27052

45-56052

45-12052

46-47312

46-47312

46-10212

R2

R3

R4

R5

Q208

Q209

Q210

R1

Q110

Q200

Q202

Q203

Q204

Q205

Q206

Q207

Q102

Q103

Q104

Q105

Q106

Q107

Q108

Q109

P100

P101

P200

P201

Q1

Q2

Q100

Q101






Transistor 2N5400 PNP AMP TO-92






















1/4W Resistor 2.2K


1/4W Resistor 3.3K





R14

R15

R16

R17

R18

R19

R20

R22

R6

R7

R8

R9

R10

R11

R12

R13

1/4W Resistor 39K

1/4W Resistor 22K

1/4W Resistor 20K

1/4W Resistor 6.8K

1/4W Resistor 10K

Not Used

1/4W Resistor 22K

1/4W Resistor 1K

1/4W Resistor 10K

1/4W Resistor 10K

1/4W Resistor 5.6K








1/4W Resistor 2.2M .35” prep. 5% Carbon








R23

R24

R25

R26

R28

R31

R100

R101

R102

R103




1/4W Resistor 4.7K






1/4W Resistor 22K

1/4W Resistor 22K



R104

R105

R106

R107

R108

R109

R110

R111

R112

R115

1/4W Resistor 2.2K





1/4W Resistor 1K

Not Used




1/4W Resistor 1.5K




R116

R117

R118

R119

R120

R121

1/4W Resistor 10K

1/4W Resistor 2.2K

1/4W Resistor 47K

1/4W Resistor 4.7K







50-47055

50-47025

50-15035

50-10045

Carvin P/N

50-10045

50-22035

50-47045

50-47035

50-10025

50-10025

R238

R239

R240

R244

R250

S1

S2

S3

R230

R231

R232

R233

R234

R235

R236

R237

S4

VR1

VR2

VR3

R222

R223

R224

R225

R226

R227

R228

R229

R212

R215

R216

R217

R218

R219

R220

R221

R203

R204

R205

R206

R207

R208

R209

R210

R138

R139

R140

R144

R150

R200

R201

R202

R130

R131

R132

R133

R134

R135

R136

R137

R122

R123

R124

R125

R126

R127

R128

R129

50-22045

50-10035

50-10045

50-10045

50-56035

50-47055

50-10045

50-10035

50-47035

50-22025

50-10055

50-10045

50-10045

50-22045

50-22045

50-22035

50-22025

50-47055

50-47055

50-10035

60-21193

60-00014

60-00042

60-00092

60-32000

60-31000

60-31000

60-21194

60-21194

60-21193

60-21193

50-22035

50-33035

50-10055

50-15025

50-39045

71-10301

71-25000

71-10301

71-25000

60-00014

60-54000

60-00014

60-31000

60-00042

60-00092

60-32000

60-31000

60-31000

60-21194

60-21194

60-21193

50-39045

50-47055

50-47055

50-22045

50-22045

50-20045

50-68035

50-22065

50-20045

50-10045

CAUTION


REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SER-

VICE PERSONNEL! THIS UNIT CON-

TAINS HIGH VOLTAGE INSIDE!

1/4W Resistor 4.7K



1/4W Resistor 4.7K


1/4W Resistor 2.2K




1/4W Resistor 2.2K














2W Resistor 10Ω

2W Resistor 10Ω

0.8 prep. 5% Metal

0.8 prep. 5% Metal





1/4W Resistor 2.2K






Not Used





1/4W Resistor 2.2K



1/4W Resistor 4.7K




1/4W Resistor 4.7K



1/4W Resistor 4.7K


1/4W Resistor 2.2K




1/4W Resistor 2.2K














2W Resistor 10Ω

2W Resistor 10Ω

0.8 prep. 5% Metal

0.8 prep. 5% Metal





Voltage Regulator 7815 +15V 2A



52-47005

50-15025

52-47005

55-02205

55-02205

55-02205

55-02205

50-10035

50-10045

50-10055

50-10055

50-33045

54-10015

54-10015

25-02201

25-02201

25-02201

25-02201

60-78150

60-79150

60-79150

50-47055

50-47025

50-10045

50-10045

50-22035

50-47045

50-47035

50-10025

50-10025

50-47035

50-68025

50-47035

50-22035

50-10035

50-68025

50-22035

50-10055

50-10055

50-33045

54-10015

54-10015

50-10045

50-10045

50-22045

50-22045

50-22035

50-22025

50-47055

50-47055

50-10035

50-47035

50-68025

50-47035

50-22035

50-10035

50-68025

50-22035

52-47005

50-15025

52-47005

55-02205

55-02205

55-02205

55-02205

50-10035

50-10045

CARVIN ENGINEERING DATA

DCM600, DCM1000, DCM1500 POWER AMPS

OPERATING MANUAL

DCM600, DCM1000, DCM1500

Pristine sound, brute power and no-fault reliability make the DCM amps the power amp of choice for pro audio. Massive Toroid power supplies with huge capacitors deliver the bass that kick drums demand. Designed for continuous operation, overheating is not a problem especially down at minimum impedances where other amps simply turn off.

Each DCM is hand built at our San Diego factory featuring all steel construction, recessed controls and heavy-duty power components. The rock-solid, efficient design with its superb testimonial-proven sound makes the USA built DCM an amp you'll own for years.

PURE—TRANSPARENT SOUND

Carvin considers the sound of an amp equally important as to its reliability. To insure pure, uncolored sound, we build one of the fastest power stages on the market today. High slew rates of 50v/µs deliver superb transient response. High frequencies are transparent and open—even at extreme levels. Linear feedback circuits reduce distortion to near the theoretical zero limit preventing harshness which would lead to ear fatigue. The DCM deliver transparent, unaltered sound— especially important to the studio user. Drive any type of reactive loads, including 70V transformer distribution systems.

ULTRA RUGGED FOR TOURING

Every chassis is made from heavy-duty 16 gauge steel that is plated before painted to prevent rust. All internal cabling is neatly tied and harnessed. Every circuit card is FR-4 MILITARY SPEC, double-sided, fire retardant glass epoxy. Plated through-holes insure that the solder flows on the top, bottom and through each hole of every component preventing components from shaking loose. Speakon™ connectors, heavy-duty power switches, recessed knobs, all give the DCM amps a “tank-like” ruggedness.

TOROID POWER SUPPLY

Toroids deliver massive amounts of “on demand” current for continuous 2 ohm operation. This gives the power supply a solid foundation, yielding more headroom for large subwoofer applications. Not only do toroids deliver high current, but they are known for reducing stray magnetic fields eliminating hum & noise.

This is especially important to the recording industry.

MODULAR CONSTRUCTION

With the DCM Series, Carvin brings you totally modular construction. If you ever need an I/O (input/output) connector card because a connector wore-out, just unplug and re-install the replacement card. This applies to every aspect of the DCM Series amps including the power supply, power cards, heat sinks and fans. Everything is connected by heavy-duty AMP™ and MOLEX™ type connectors for easy replacement—even the Toroid transformer is a plug-in.

DISTORTION-FREE LIMITERS

The purpose of a limiter is to hold down peaks so the amp won’t distort with extra hot input signals (helps protect speakers). In addition, a well designed limiter can increase your amp’s average output as much as 3 dB allowing levels to be turned up without peak distortion. Part of Carvin’s design uses the more expensive, distortion-free linear “opto isolators”. Unlike amps that use FET controlled limiters, which inject small amounts of distortion, the DCM Series limiters keep your sound pure and uncolored!

RECEIVING INSPECTION—read before getting started

INSPECT YOUR UNIT FOR ANY DAMAGE which may have occurred during shipping. If any damage is found, please notify the shipping company and CARVIN immediately.

SAVE THE CARTON & ALL PACKING MATERIALS. In the event you have to re-ship your unit, always use the original carton and packing material. This will provide the best possible protection during shipment. CARVIN and the shipping company are not liable for any damage caused by improper packing.

SAVE YOUR INVOICE. It will be required for warranty service if needed in the future.

SHIPMENT SHORTAGE. If you find items missing, they may have been shipped separately.

Please allow several days for the rest of your order to arrive before inquiring.

RECORD THE SERIAL NUMBER on the enclosed warranty card for your records. Keep your portion of the card and return the portion with your name and comments to us.

USA customers register online at: www.carvin.com/registration

All other countries register online at: www.carvinworld.com/registration

FRONT PANELS & CONNECTING UP

The DCM Series feature front panel signal, peak and protect LEDs which let you monitor the status of the amp. Both channels use detente level controls allowing you to see your settings at a glance. Balanced TRS & XLR input connectors are used to eliminate hum & noise. Speaker outputs feature heavy-duty binding posts, Speakon™ connectors and 1/4” jacks.

The rear professional accessory group offers a GROUND switch to remove the chassis ground from the XLR input. A PARALLEL input switch connects the inputs together eliminating Y cables for patching multiple amp systems. The accessory group also features a BRIDGE MODE switch to deliver twice the power into a “mono” load or full power into a 70V distribution system, and a LIMITER ON/OFF switch gives the choice of using the internal limiter circuitry.

DCM POWER AMP SPECIFICATIONS:

MODEL

Bridged RMS Continuous

4Ω, (20-20k Hz, <1.0%)

8Ω, (20-20k Hz, <1.0%)

Both Channels RMS Continuous

2Ω (20-20k Hz, <1.0%)

4Ω (20-20k Hz, <1.0%)

8Ω (20-20k Hz, <1.0%)

THD (20-20k Hz 50% power)

THD (20-20k Hz 90% power)

Damping Factor:

DCM600

600w

450w

300/300w

250/250w

125/125w

0.03%

0.1%

>500

DCM1000 DCM1500

1000w

700w

500/500w

350/350w

225/225w

0.03%

0.1%

>500

1500w

1000w

750/750w

500/500w

300/300w

0.03%

0.1%

>500

Slew Rate: bridged mode

Sensitivity: (4Ω, Vms)

Signal to Noise Ratio:

>50v/µs

1.0 V

Above 100dB

>50v/µs

1.0 V

>50v/µs

1.0 V

Frequency Response:

Input Impedance:

±0.5 dB, 20 Hz to 20kHz

(±1.5 dB, 10 Hz & 40 kHz)

>20K Ω, balanced

Protection Circuits: Short Circuit • No Load Protection • SpeakerGuard™ • Thermal Shut-Off • Mute On/Off

Control and Indicators:

Front: Power switch • Recessed detente attenuators • Signal LED • Clip LED • Protect LED • Power Indicator

Rear: Ground Lift (each channel) • Parallel Input Switch • Speaker Output Bridge Switch • Limiters

IN/OUT Switch • Input Connectors: Two each; Balanced XLR & 1/4” • Speaker Output Connectors:

Dual heavy duty binding posts, three Speakon™ & four 1/4”

Internal Fuse SLOW BLOW - DCM600: 15A, DCM1000: 20A, 240V/10A, DCM1500: 20A, 240V/10A

Dimensions: 3 1/2" High x 19" Wide x 10" Depth (2-space); 8.8 x 48.3 x 25.3cm

Net Weight: DCM600: 19 lbs. DCM1000: 23 lbs. (10.3Kgs), DCM1500: 26 lbs. (11.9Kgs)

76-01000C 011404

Carvin DCM600 2 Channel 600w Power Amplifier Manual

CAUTION

REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST FOR DCM AMPS

CAUTION

CARVIN ENGINEERING DATA

OPERATING MANUAL

FRONT & REAR PANEL CONTROLS

WARNING

FRONT PANEL

REAR PANEL

TYPICAL STEREO SETUP

70V DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

STEREO BIAMPING

STEREO TRIAMPING

Speakon™

HELPFUL HINTS

FRONT & REAR PANEL CONTROLS

WARNING

FRONT PANEL

REAR PANEL

TYPICAL STEREO SETUP

70V DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

STEREO BIAMPING

STEREO TRIAMPING

Speakon™

HELPFUL HINTS

CAUTION

REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST FOR DCM AMPS

CAUTION

CARVIN ENGINEERING DATA

OPERATING MANUAL

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