Crown XLS 802 Operation Manual

XLS Series

Operation Manual

XLS 202

XLS 402

XLS 602

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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 maintenance.

The information provided in this manual was deemed accurate as of the publication date. However, updates to this information may have occurred. To obtain the latest version of this manual, please visit the Crown website at www.crownaudio.com.

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Some models may be exported under the name Amcron.

®

©2004 by Crown Audio Inc., P.O. Box 1000, Elkhart, Indiana 46515-1000 U.S.A. Telephone: 574-294-8000

133465-6

1/04

XLS Series Power Amplifiers

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1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with a dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.

A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with a cart, stand, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as powersupply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15) To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE

TOP OR BOTTOM COVERS. NO USER SERVICE-

ABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

À PRÉVENIR LE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE N’ENLEVEZ

PAS LES COUVERCLES. IL N’Y A PAS DES PAR-

TIES SERVICEABLE À L’INTÉRIEUR. TOUS REPA-

RATIONS DOIT ETRE FAIRE PAR PERSONNEL

QUALIFIÉ SEULMENT.

IMPORTANT

XLS Series amplifiers require Class 2 output wiring.

MAGNETIC FIELD

CAUTION! Do not locate sensitive high-gain equipment such as preamplifiers or tape decks directly above or below the unit. Because this amplifier has a high power density, it has a strong magnetic field which can induce hum into unshielded devices that are located nearby. The field is strongest just above and below the unit.

If an equipment rack is used, we recommend locating the amplifier(s) in the bottom of the rack and the preamplifier or other sensitive equipment at the top.

WATCH FOR THESE SYMBOLS:

The lightning bolt triangle is used to alert the user to the risk of electric shock.

The exclamation point triangle is used to alert the user to important operating or maintenance instructions.

FCC COMPLIANCE NOTICE

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for complicance could void the user’s authority to operate the euqipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Operation Manual


Crown International, Inc.

DECLARATION of CONFORMITY

Issued By: Crown International, Inc.

1718 W. Mishawaka Road

Elkhart, Indiana 46517 U.S.A.

European Representative’s Name and Address:

Nick Owen

19 Clos Nant Coslech

Pontprennau

Cardiff

CF23 8ND United Kingdom

Equipment Type: Commercial Audio Power Amplifiers

Family Name: XLS Amplifiers

Model Names: XLS 202, XLS 402, XLS 602, XLS 402TX, XLS 602TX

Sue Whitfield

574-294-8289 [email protected]

EMC Standards:

EN 55103-1:1995 Electromagnetic Compatibility - Product Family Standard for Audio, Video, Audio-Visual and Entertainment Lighting Control Apparatus for Professional Use, Part 1: Emissions

EN 55103-1:1995 Magnetic Field Emissions-Annex A @ 10 cm and 1 M

EN 61000-3-2:1995+A14:2000 Limits for Harmonic Current Emissions (equipment input current 16A per phase)

EN 61000-3-3:1995 Limitation of Voltage Fluctuations and Flicker in Low-Voltage Supply Systems Rated Current 16A

EN 55022:1992 + A1: 1995 & A2:1997 Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Disturbance Characteristics of ITE: Radiated, Class B Limits; Conducted, Class B

EN 55103-2:1996 Electromagnetic Compatibility - Product Family Standard for Audio, Video, Audio-Visual and Entertainment Lighting Control Apparatus for Professional Use, Part 2: Immunity

EN 61000-4-2:1995 Electrostatic Discharge Immunity (Environment E2-Criteria B, 4k V Contact, 8k V Air Discharge)

EN 61000-4-3:1996 Radiated, Radio-Frequency, Electromagnetic Immunity (Environment E2, Criteria A)

EN 61000-4-4:1995 Electrical Fast Transient/Burst Immunity (Criteria B)

EN 61000-4-5:1995 Surge Immunity (Criteria B)

EN 61000-4-6:1996 Immunity to Conducted Disturbances Induced by Radio-Frequency Fields (Criteria A)

EN 61000-4-11:1994 Voltage Dips, Short Interruptions and Voltage Variation

Safety Standard:

EN 60065: 1998 Safety Requirements - Audio Video and Similar Electronic Apparatus

I certify that the product identified above conforms to the requirements of the EMC Council Directive 89/336/EEC as amended by 92/31/EEC, and the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EES as amended by 93/68/EEC.

Signed

Larry Colburn Title: Senior Vice President of Manufacturing

Date of Issue: January 1, 2001


Due to line current harmonics, we recommend that you contact your supply authority before connection.

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Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions .......................................................2

Declaration of Conformity ............................................................3

1 Welcome ................................................................................5

1.1 Features ...........................................................................5

1.2 How to Use This Manual ..................................................5

2 Setup ......................................................................................6

2.1 Unpack Your Amplifier ....................................................6

2.2 Install Your Amplifier ......................................................6

2.3 Ensure Proper Cooling ...................................................6

2.4 Choose Input Wire and Connectors ................................7

2.5 Choose Output Wire and Connectors ..............................7

2.6 Wire Your System ...........................................................8

2.6.1 Stereo Mode ...........................................................8

2.6.2 Bridge-Mono Mode ...............................................9

2.7 Connect to AC Mains ......................................................10

2.8 Protecting Your Speakers ................................................10

2.9 Startup Procedure ...........................................................10

3 Operation ............................................................................. 11

3.1 Precautions ..................................................................... 11

3.2 Front Panel Controls and Indicators ............................... 12

3.3 Back Panel Controls and Connectors............................... 13

4 Advanced Features and Options ...................................... 14


4.1 Protection Systems ........................................................ 14

4.1.1 Output Current Limiting......................................... 14

4.1.2. DC Protection ...................................................... 14

4.1.3 Circuit Breaker....................................................... 14

4.1.4 Thermal Protection ............................................... 14

5 Troubleshooting .................................................................. 15

6 Specifications ..................................................................... 16

7 AC Power Draw and Thermal Dissipation ..................... 18

8 Service ... .............................................................................. 21

8.1 Worldwide Service .......................................................... 21

8.2 US and Canada Service .................................................. 21

8.2.1 Service at a US or Canada Service Center ............ 21

8.2.2 Factory Service ..................................................... 21

8.2.3 Factory Service Shipping Instructions ................... 21

9 Warranty .............................................................................. 22

Crown Factory Service Information Form ...................................25

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XLS 202

2-ohm Stereo (per channel)

* 1 kHz

Power

250W



200W

145W

400W

8-ohm Bridge-Mono

4-ohm Bridge-Mono

500W

*1 kHz Power: refers to maximum average power in watts at 1 kHz with 0.5% THD.

XLS 402




* 1 kHz

Power

570W

400W

260W

8-ohm Bridge-Mono

4-ohm Bridge-Mono

800W

1,140W


1 Welcome

The XLS Series of power amplifiers from Crown represents a new era in affordable, quality power amplification. The line consists of three models in a uniform, rugged chassis, incorporating the best of tried-and-true design principles and innovative features.

Modern power amplifiers are sophisticated pieces of engineering capable of producing extremely high power levels. They must be treated with respect and correctly installed if they are to provide the many years of reliable service for which they were designed.

In addition, XLS Series amplifiers include a number of features which require some explanation before they can be used to their maximum advantage.

Please take the time to study this manual so that you can obtain the best possible service from your amplifier.

1.1 Features

•Simple, reliable design incorporates many popular features.

•Housed in a rugged, all-steel 2U chassis.

•Efficient forced-air fan prevents excessive thermal buildup.

•Electronically balanced XLR inputs. Touchproof binding post and Speakon

®

outputs.

•Features precision detented level controls, power switch, and four LEDs which indicate clip for each channel, power and fault conditions.

1.2 How to Use This Manual

This manual provides you with the necessary information to safely and correctly setup and operate your amplifier. It does not cover every aspect of installation, setup or operation that might occur under every condition. For additional information, please consult Crown’s

Amplifier Application Guide (available online at www.crownaudio.com), Crown Technical Support, your system installer or retailer.

We strongly recommend you read all instructions, warnings and cautions contained in this manual. Also, for your protection, please send in your warranty registration card today. And save your bill of sale — it’s your official proof of purchase.

XLS-602




8-ohm Bridge-Mono

4-ohm Bridge-Mono

* 1 kHz

Power

840W

600W

370W

1,200W

1,680W



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2 Setup

2.1 Unpack Your Amplifier

Please unpack and inspect your amplifier for any damage that may have occurred during transit. If damage is found, notify the transportation company immediately. Only you can initiate a claim for shipping damage. Crown will be happy to help as needed. Save the shipping carton as evidence of damage for the shipper’s inspection.

We also recommend that you save all packing materials so you will have them if you ever need to transport the unit. Never ship the unit without the factory pack.

YOU WILL NEED (not supplied):

• Input wiring cables

• Output wiring cables

Rack for mounting amplifier (or a stable surface for stacking)

WARNING: Before you start to set up your amplifier, make sure you read and observe the Important Safety Instructions found at the beginning of this manual.

2.2 Install Your Amplifier

CAUTION: Before you begin, make sure your amplifier is disconnected from the power source, with the power switch in the “off” position and all level controls turned completely down (counterclockwise).

Use a standard 19-inch (48.3 cm) equipment rack (EIA RS-310B). See Figure 2.1 for amplifier dimensions.

You may also stack amps without using a cabinet.

NOTE: When transporting, amplifiers should be supported at both front and back.


2.3 Ensure Proper Cooling

When using an equipment rack, mount units directly on top of each other. Close any open spaces in rack with blank panels. DO NOT block front, rear or side air vents. The side walls of the rack should be a minimum of two inches (5.1 cm) away from the amplifier sides, and the back of the rack should be a minimum of four inches (10.2 cm) from the amplifier back panel.

Figure 2.2 illustrates standard amplifier airflow.

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Figure 2.1

Dimensions

Figure 2.2 Airflow



2 Setup

2.4 Choose Input Wire and Connectors

Crown recommends using pre-built or professionally wired balanced line (two-conductor plus shield), 22-24 gauge cables and connectors. You should use 3-pin male XLR cable ends at the amplifier inputs. Unbalanced line may also be used but may result in noise over long cable runs.

Figure 2.3 shows connector pin assignments for balanced wiring, and Figure 2.4 shows connector pin assignments for unbalanced wiring.

NOTE: Custom wiring should only be performed by qualified personnel.

2.5 Choose Output Wire and Connectors

Crown recommends using pre-built or professionally wired, highquality, two-conductor, heavy gauge speaker wire and connectors.

You may use 2-pole or 4-pole Speakon

®

connectors (Figure 2.5 ) or banana plugs, spade lugs, or bare wire for your output connectors (Figure 2.6). To prevent the possibility of short-circuits, wrap or otherwise insulate exposed loudspeaker cable connectors.

Note: Binding post outputs on European models come with safety plugs installed to prevent European powercord plugs from being inserted. The top & bottom entry positions for these connectors should therefore be used with European models.

Using the guidelines below, select the appropriate size of wire based on the distance from amplifier to speaker.

Distance Wire Size

up to 25 ft. 16 AWG

26-40 ft. 14 AWG

41-60 ft. 12 AWG

61-100 ft. 10 AWG

101-150 ft. 8 AWG

151-250 ft. 6 AWG

CAUTION: Never use shielded cable for output wiring.

Figure 2.5

Left: One of Two Speakon ® on Back Panel

Output Connectors

Right: Speakon ® Cable Connector


Figure 2.3

Balanced Input

Connector Wiring

Figure 2.4

Unbalanced Input

Connector Wiring

Figure 2.6

5-Way Binding Post Connections

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2 Setup

2.6 Wire Your System

2.6.1 Stereo Mode

Typical input and output wiring is shown in

Figure 2.7

INPUTS: Connect input wiring for both channels.

OUTPUTS: Maintain proper polarity (+/–) on output connectors.

Connect Channel 1 loudspeaker’s positive (+) lead to Channel 1 positive (red) terminal of amp; repeat for negative (–). Repeat

Channel 2 wiring as for Channel 1.

Figure 2.7 shows how to wire stereo speakers to the 5-way binding posts.

To wire stereo speakers to the Speakon

®

connectors, use one of these methods:

Method 1 (Table 1 and Figure 2.8): Wire one Speakon cable connector to two speakers. Insert the Speakon cable connector into the amplifier’s top Speakon connector.

Method 2 (Table 2 and Figure 2.9): Plug the Channel 1 speaker into the Channel 1 (top) Speakon connector, and plug the Channel

2 speaker into the Channel 2 (bottom) Speakon connector.

Table 1

Stereo Wiring Method 1: Use Top Speakon Only

PIN

CH

1+

1+

1–

1–

2+

2+

2–

2–

Figure 2.8 Stereo Wiring Method 1:

Wire Two Speakers to the Top Speakon

Connector

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Figure 2.7

System Wiring,

Stereo Mode

Using the 5-way

Binding Posts

Table 2

Stereo Wiring Method 2: Use Both Speakons

PIN 1+

CH 1+

1–

1–

Channel 1

Loudspeaker

PIN 1+

CH 2+

1–

2–

Top Speakon

(Channel 1)

Bottom

Speakon

(Channel 2)

Channel 2

Loudspeaker

Figure 2.9 Stereo Wiring Method 2:

Connect Each Speaker to a Different Speakon Connector



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2.6.2 Bridge-Mono Mode

INPUTS: Use a custom “Y” adapter cable, wired to split the signal and invert the polarity for the

Channel 2 amplifier input as shown in Figure

2.10. We recommend you label the ends of the Y adapter to help make sure to connect the correct end to each amplifier input.

Connect the Y adapter between the signal source and each amplifier input (Figure 2.11).

NOTE: Crown provides a reference of wiring pin assignments for commonly used connector types in the Crown Amplifier Application Guide available at www.crownaudio.

OUTPUTS: There are two ways to wire the amplifier output connectors for Bridge-Mono mode:

1) Wire the speaker across the red binding post of each channel (Figure 2.11). Do not use the black binding posts when the amp is being operated in Bridge-Mono mode.

2) Wire the speaker only to the top Speakon connector as shown in Table 3 and Figure 2.12.

NOTE: The Channel 1 and 2 level controls

MUST be set to identical settings when operating the XLS amplifier in Bridge-

Mono mode.


Figure 2.10

Custom Y-Input

Cable

Figure 2.11 Bridge-Mono Wiring of 5-Way Binding Posts

Table 3

Top Speakon Wiring for Bridge-Mono

PIN

CH

1+

1+

2+

1–

Figure 2.12 Alternate Bridge-Mono Wiring:

Loudspeaker Wired to Amplifier’s Top

Speakon Connector

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2 Setup

2.7 Connect to AC Mains

Connect your amplifier to the AC mains power source (power outlet) with the supplied AC power cordset. First, connect the IEC end of the cordset to the IEC connector on the amplifier; then, plug the other end of the cordset to the AC mains.

WARNING: The third prong of this connector

(ground) is an important safety feature. Do not attempt to disable this ground connection by using an adapter or other methods.

Amplifiers don’t create energy. The AC mains voltage and current must be sufficient to deliver the power you expect. You must operate your amplifier from an AC mains power source with not more than a 10% variation above or a 15% variation below the amplifier’s specified line voltage and within the specfied frequency requirements (indicated on the amplifier’s back panel label). If you are unsure of the output voltage of your AC mains, please consult your electrician.

2.8 Protecting Your Speakers

It's wise to avoid clipping the amplifier signal. Not only does clipping sound bad, it can damage highfrequency drivers. To prevent clipping, insert a limiter between your mixer output and amplifier input.

That way, no matter how strong a signal your mixer produces, the amplifier will not clip. Set the limiter threshold so that mixer signals above 0 on the mixer meters do not quite drive the amplifier into clipping.

Also, avoid sending strong subsonic signals to the amplifier. High-level, low-frequency signals from breath pops or dropped microphones can blow out drivers. To prevent subsonic signals, insert a highpass filter between mixer output and amplifier input

(or between mixer and limiter). Alternatively, switch in highpass filters at your mixer. Set the filter to as high a frequency as possible that does not affect your program. For example, try 35 Hz for music and

75 Hz for speech. On each mixer input channel, set the filter frequency just below the lowest fundamental frequency of that channel's instrument.

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2.9 Startup Procedure

Use the following procedure when first turning on your amplifier:

1.

Turn down the level of your audio source.

2.

Turn down the level controls of the amplifier.

3.

Turn on the “Power” switch. The Power indicator should glow.

4.

Turn up the level of your audio source to an optimum level.

5.

Turn up the Level controls on the amplifier until the desired loudness or power level is achieved.

6.

Turn down the level of your audio source to its normal range.

If you ever need to make any wiring or installation changes, don’t forget to disconnect the power cord.

For help with determining your system’s optimum gain structure (signal levels) please refer to the

Crown Amplifier Application Guide, available online at www.crownaudio.com.



3 Operation

3.1 Precautions

Your amplifier is protected from internal and external faults, but you should still take the following precautions for optimum performance and safety:

1.

Before use, your amplifier first must be configured for proper operation, including input and output wiring hookup. Improper wiring can result in serious operating difficulties. For information on wiring and configuration, please consult the Setup section of this manual or, for advanced setup techniques, consult Crown’s

Amplifier Application Guide available online at www.crownaudio.com.

2.

Use care when making connections, selecting signal sources and controlling the output level.

The load you save may be your own!

3.

Do not short the ground lead of an output cable to the input signal ground. This may form a ground loop and cause oscillations.

4. WARNING: Never connect the output to a power supply, battery or power main.

Electrical shock may result.

5.

Tampering with the circuitry, or making unauthorized circuit changes may be hazardous and invalidates all agency listings.

6.

Do not operate the amplifier with the red Clip

LEDs constantly flashing.

7.

Do not overdrive the mixer, which will cause clipped signal to be sent to the amplifier. Such signals will be reproduced with extreme accuracy, and loudspeaker damage may result.

8.

Do not operate the amplifier with less than the rated load impedance. Due to the amplifier’s output protection, such a configuration may result in premature clipping and speaker damage. Operating with a 2-ohm load is not recommended, as the amplifier might shut down.

Remember: Crown is not liable for damage that results from overdriving other system components.


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3 Operation

3.2 Front Panel Controls and Indicators

A. Cooling Vents

Front-to-rear forced airflow.

B. Level Controls

Two black rotary level controls, one for each channel.

C. Clip Indicators

Two red LEDs, one for each channel, illuminate when the channel’s output signal is being overdriven.

D. Power Indicator

Green LED indicates amplifier has been turned on and AC power is available.

E. Fault Indicator

Yellow LED illuminates when amplifier is in protect mode. Also illuminates briefly during normal power-up when amplifier is first switched on.

F. Power Switch

Amplifier is on when the switch is in the

UP position.


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Figure 4.1 Front Panel Controls and Indicators



3 Operation

3.3 Back Panel Controls and Connectors

G. Power Connector

H. Circuit Breaker

Provides overload protection.

I. Balanced XLR Inputs

Two 3-pin female XLR input connectors are provided (one per channel).

J. Fans

Provide front-to-back forced airflow for cooling.

K. 5-Way Binding Post Output Jacks

One pair per channel; accept banana plugs, spade lugs or bare wire. Note: Binding post outputs on European models come with safety plugs installed to prevent European power-cord plugs from being inserted. The top & bottom entry positions for these connectors should therefore be used with European models.

L. 4-Pole Speakon

®

Output Connectors

These two connectors accept 2-pole or 4-pole

Speakon connectors. See Figures 2.8, 2.9 and

2.12 and Tables 1, 2 and 3 for connector wiring. The top Speakon connector is wired for both channels so it can be used for bridgemono wiring or for stereo wiring of two speakers to a single Speakon connector.

Figure 4.1 Back Panel Controls and Connectors


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4 Advanced Features and Options

NOTE: For detailed information about these Crown amplifier features, please consult the Crown Amplifier Application

Guide, available on the Crown website at www.crownaudio.com.

4.1 Protection Systems

Your Crown amplifier provides extensive protection and diagnostic capabilities, including output current limiting, DC protection, circuit breaker, and special thermal protection for the unit’s transformers.

4.1.1 Output Current Limiting

Output Current Limiting circuitry protects the amplifier output stage for damage caused by short-circuit loads.

Figure 4.1

Fault Indicator

4.1.2 DC Protection

DC Protection disconnects the loudspeaker load in the event of an output DC offset exceeding 2V. In such an event the yellow Fault LED will illuminate (see Figure 4.1) and both amplifier channels will be muted. In the majority of cases, DC protection is indicative of a faulty amplifier channel, and will be accompanied by an illuminated Clip LED, even with no input connected and level controls set at minimum. If this is the case, contact your dealer or service center.

4.1.3 Circuit Breaker

The high-voltage power supplies of your Crown amplifier are protected by a circuit breaker. The breaker rating varies depending on model and supply voltage as follows:

Table 4

Circuit-Breaker Amperage Ratings

XLS 202

XLS 402

XLS 602

100V 120V 220V 240V

7A 7A 7A 7A

10A

10A

10A

10A

7A

7A

7A

7A

4.1.4 Thermal Protection

The Thermal Protection circuit will activate if the internal heatsink temperature exceeds proper operating temperatures (194 °F, 90 °C).

When the heatsink temperature has fallen to a safe level, this protection circuit will automatically be reset. Principle causes of thermal protection are:

1) Inadequate ventilation of the equipment rack

2) Incorrect load impedance

3) Output cable short circuit

4) Blocked air vent

5) Heatsinks in need of cleaning

6) Cooling fan failure.

The cause of your amplifier’s thermal protection state should be determined and corrected as soon as possible. Without correction, the Thermal Protection circuit will typically reactivate.


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5 Troubleshooting

CONDITION: Normal operation.

POSSIBLE REASON:

• This is normal operation for your amp.

CONDITION: No power to the amplifier.

POSSIBLE REASON:

• The amplifier’s Power switch is off.

• The amplifier is not plugged into the power receptacle.

• The amplifier’s high-voltage power supply circuit breaker has tripped. Verify that the AC mains voltage is correct, then press the Circuit

Breaker button on the back panel.

CONDITION: Distorted sound.

POSSIBLE REASON:

• Input signal level is too high. Turn down your amplifier Level controls. NOTE: Your amplifier should never be operated at a level which caused the Clip LEDS to illuminate constantly.

KEY

CONDITION: No sound.

POSSIBLE REASON:

• The amplifier has just turned on and is still in the 4-second turn-on delay.

• The amplifier is in “fault” mode. A Fault status can be triggered when one of the amplifier’s protection circuits is activated. First disconnect your speakers from the affected channels(s) one by one to determine if one of the loads is shorted. If the indicators return to normal status, then try a different speaker or cable to determine where the short is occurring. If no short can be found, turn off the amp and allow the amp to cool. If indicators do not return to normal after restarting your amp, check the fuse and replace if necessary, or return amp to

Crown or an authorized Crown Service Center for servicing.

• No input signal.

• Input signal level is very low.

• Level controls are turned down.

• Speakers not connected.


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6 Specifications

Minimum Guaranteed Power

120 VAC, 60 Hz Units, per channel, both channels driven

1 kHz with 0.5% THD

Stereo, 2 ohms (per ch.)



Bridge-Mono, 8 ohms

Bridge-Mono, 4 ohms

240 VAC, 50 Hz Units, per channel, both channels driven

1 kHz with 0.5% THD



Bridge-Mono, 4 ohms

Performance

Sensitivity (volts RMS) for full rated power at 4 ohms

Frequency Response (at 1 watt, 22 Hz - 20 kHz)

Phase Response (at 1 watt, 10 Hz, 20 kHz)

Signal to Noise Ratio below rated power (20 Hz to 20 kHz)

A-weighted, below rated power

No weighting, below rated power

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) at 1 full bandwidth power, from 20 Hz to 1 kHz

Intermodulation Distortion (IMD) 60 Hz and 7 kHz at 4:1,

from full rated output to –40 dB

XLS 202

250W

200W

145W

400W

500W

250W

225W

500W

XLS 202

0.725

± 0.75 dB

–10°, +19°

> 100 dB

> 95 dB

< 0.5%

< 0.3%

XLS 402

570W

400W

260W

800W

1,140W

610W

445W

1,120W

XLS 402

1.025

± 0.75 dB

–10°, +19°

> 100 dB

> 95 dB

< 0.5%

< 0.3%


XLS 602

840W

600W

370W

1,200W

1,680W

880W

670W

1,760W

XLS 602

1.26

± 0.75 dB

–10°, +19°

> 100 dB

> 95 dB

< 0.5%

< 0.3%

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6 Specifications

Performance

Damping Factor (8 ohm): 10 Hz to 400 Hz

Crosstalk (below rated power,

at 1 kHz

at 20 kHz

DC Output Offset (Shorted input)

Input Impedance (nominally balanced, nominally unbalanced)

Load Impedance (Note: Safe with all types of loads)

Stereo

Bridge Mono

Voltage Gain (at maximum level setting)

AC Line Voltage and Frequency Configurations Available (± 10%)

Construction

Ventilation

Cooling

Air Volume Requirements (per minute per unit)

Dimensions: Width, Height, Depth (behind mounting surface)

Net Weight, Shipping Weight

XLS 202

> 200

–82 dB

–58 dB

± 10 mV

20 kilohms, 10 kilohms

2-8 ohms

8 ohms

31 dB

120 VAC/60 Hz and 230 VAC/50 Hz

XLS 202

Flow-through ventilation from front to back

Internal heat sinks with forced-air cooling

80.15 ft

3

(2.27 m

3

)

EIA Standard19"W (EIA RS-310-B) x 3.5” (8.9 cm) H x14" (35.6cm) D

21.0 lb (9.5 kg), 26.0 lb (11.8 kg)

XLS 402

> 200

–82 dB

–58 dB

± 10 mV


2-8 ohms

8 ohms

31 dB

120 VAC/60 Hz and 230 VAC/50 Hz

XLS 402



80.15 ft

3

(2.27 m

3

)


25.3 lb (11.5 kg), 30.3 lb (13.8 kg)

XLS 602

> 200

–82 dB

–58 dB

± 10 mV


2-8 ohms

8 ohms

31 dB

120 VAC/60 Hz and 230 VAC/50 Hzz

XLS 602



80.15 ft

3

(2.27 m

3

)


27.2 lb (12.3 kg), 32.2 lb (14.6 kg)


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7 AC Power Draw and Thermal Dissipation

This section provides detailed information about the amount of power and current drawn from the AC mains by XLS amplifiers and the amount of heat produced under various conditions. The calculations presented here are intended to provide a realistic and reliable depiction of the amplifiers. The following assumptions or approximations were made:

• The amplifier’s available channels are loaded, and full power is being delivered.

• Efficiency at standard 1 kHz power into 4 ohms is 63% for the XLS

602, 57% for the XLS 402, and 49% for the XLS 202.

• Quiescent power draw is 26W for the XLS 602, 23W for the XLS 402, and 19W for the XLS 202.

• XLS 602 quiescent thermal dissipation equals 88 btu/hr at 0 watts with 4 and 8 ohm loads.

• The estimated duty cycles take into account the typical crest factor for each type of source material.

• Duty cycle of pink noise is 50%.

• Duty cycle of highly compressed rock ‘n’ roll midrange is 40%.

• Duty cycle of rock ‘n’ roll is 30%.

• Duty cycle of background music is 20%.

• Duty cycle of continuous speech is 10%.

• Duty cycle of infrequent, short duration paging is 1%.


Here are the equations used to calculate the data presented in Figures

7.1, 7.2 and 7.3:

The following equation converts power draw in watts to current draw in amperes:

The value used for Power Factor is 0.86 for the XLS 602, 0.85 for the XLS

402, and 0.87 for the XLS 202. The Power Factor variable is needed to compensate for the difference in phase between the AC mains voltage and current.

The following equation is used to calculate thermal dissipation:

The value used for amplifier inefficiency is (1.00-Efficiency). The factor

3.415 converts watts to btu/hr. Thermal dissipation in btu is divided by the constant 3.968 to get kcal.

If you plan to measure output power under real-world conditions, the following equation may also be helpful:

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Duty

Cycle

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

XLS 202

AC

Mains

Power

Draw

(W)

529

427

325

223

121

2 Ohm Stereo

Current Draw

(Amps)

120V

5.1

4.1

3.1

2.1

1.2

230V

2.6

2.1

1.6

1.1

0.6

L O A D

4 Ohm Stereo

953

776

598

420

243

Thermal

Dissipation btu/hr kcal/hr

240

196

151

106

61

AC

Mains

Power

Draw

(W)

427

346

264

182

101

Current Draw

120V

4.1

3.3

2.5

1.7

1.0

(Amps)

230V

2.1

1.7

1.3

0.9

0.5

Thermal

Dissipation btu/hr

776

634

491

349

207 kcal/hr

196

160

124

88

52

Figure 7.1 XLS 202

Power Draw, Current Draw and Thermal Dissipation at Various Duty Cycles

AC

Mains

Power

Draw

(W)

315

256

197

137

78

3.0

2.4

1.9

1.3

0.7

8 Ohm Stereo

Current Draw

(Amps)

Thermal

Dissipation

120V 230V

1.6

1.3

1.0

0.7

0.4

btu/hr

580

477

374

271

168 kcal/hr

146

120

94

68

42

Duty

Cycle

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

AC

Mains

Power

Draw

(W)

1023

823

623

423

223

XLS 402

L O A D

4 Ohm Stereo 2 Ohm Stereo

Current Draw

(Amps)

120V

10.0

8.1

6.1

4.1

2.2

230V

5.2

4.2

3.2

2.2

1.1

1547

1253

960

666

372

Thermal

Dissipation btu/hr kcal/hr

390

316

242

168

94

AC

Mains

Power

Draw

(W)

725

584

444

304

163

Current Draw

120V

7.1

5.7

4.4

3.0

1.6

(Amps)

230V

3.7

3.0

2.3

1.6

0.8

Thermal

Dissipation btu/hr

1109

903

697

491

285 kcal/hr

279

228

176

124

72


Power Draw, Current Draw and Thermal Dissipation at Varioius Duty Cycles

AC

Mains

Power

Draw

(W)

479

388

297

205

114

4.7

3.8

2.9

2.0

1.1

8 Ohm Stereo

Current Draw

(Amps)

Thermal

Dissipation

120V 230V btu/hr kcal/hr

2.5

2.0

1.5

1.1

0.6

748

614

480

346

213

189

155

121

87

54


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Duty

Cycle

50%

40%

30%

20%

10%

XLS 602

AC

Mains

Power

Draw

(W)

1359

1093

826

559

293

2 Ohm Stereo

Current Draw

120V

13.2

10.6

8.1

5.5

2.9

(Amps)

230V

6.9

5.6

4.2

2.8

1.5

Thermal

Dissipation btu/hr

1774

1437

1100

763

426 kcal/hr

447

362

277

192

107

AC

Mains

Power

Draw

(W)

978

788

597

407

216

120V

9.5

7.7

5.8

4.0

2.1

L O A D

4 Ohm Stereo

Current Draw

(Amps)

Thermal

Dissipation

230V

5.0

4.0

3.0

2.1

1.1

btu/hr

1292

1051

811

570

329 kcal/hr

326

265

204

144

83

AC

Mains

Power

Draw

(W)

613

496

378

261

143

Current Draw

120V

6.0

4.8

3.7

2.5

1.4

8 Ohm Stereo

(Amps)

230V

3.1

2.5

1.9

1.3

0.7

Thermal

Dissipation btu/hr

831

682

534

386

237 kcal/hr

209

172

135

97

60


Power Draw, Current Draw and Thermal Dissipation at Various Duty Cycles

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8 Service

Crown amplifiers are quality units that rarely require servicing. Before returning your unit for servicing, please contact Crown Technical Support to verify the need for servicing.

This unit has very sophisticated circuitry which should only be serviced by a fully trained technician. This is one reason why each unit bears the following label:

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, do not remove covers. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to a qualified technician.

8.1 Worldwide Service

Service may be obtained from an authorized service center. (Contact your local Crown/

Amcron representative or our office for a list of authorized service centers.) To obtain service, simply present the bill of sale as proof of purchase along with the defective unit to an authorized service center. They will handle the necessary paperwork and repair.

Remember to transport your unit in the original factory pack.

8.2 US and Canada Service

Service may be obtained in one of two ways: from an authorized service center or from the factory. You may choose either. It is important that you have your copy of the bill of sale as your proof of purchase.

8.2.1 Service at a US or Canada

Service Center

This method usually saves the most time and effort. Simply present your bill of sale along with the defective unit to an authorized service center to obtain service. They will handle the necessary paperwork and repair. Remember to transport the unit in the original factory pack. A

Operation Manual list of authorized service centers in your area can be obtained from the Crown website at www.crownaudio.com, or by calling Crown

Customer Service.

8.2.2 Factory Service

To obtain factory service, fill out the service information page found in the back of this manual and send it along with your proof of purchase and the defective unit to the Crown factory.

For warranty service, we will pay for ground shipping both ways in the United States. Contact Crown Customer Service to obtain prepaid shipping labels prior to sending the unit.

Or, if you prefer, you may prepay the cost of shipping, and Crown will reimburse you. Send copies of the shipping receipts to Crown to receive reimbursement.

Your repaired unit will be returned via UPS ground. Please contact us if other arrangements are required.

8.2.3 Factory Service Shipping

Instructions:

1.

Before sending a Crown product to the factory for service, first call the Crown Service Department for a return authorization

(RA) number.

2.

Be sure to fill out the service information form that follows and enclose it with your shipment, either inside the box or in a packing slip envelope securely attached to the outside of the shipping carton. Do not send the service information form separately. If you are sending the unit from a

Shipping Center, we recommend taping the form to the product. We also recommend recording the serial number and model before shipping for your reference.

3.

To ensure the safe transportation of your unit to the factory, ship it in an original factory packing container. If you don’t have the original carton, you may obtain a product service foam-in-place shipping pack from the Crown Factory Service Department at the number listed below. For nonwarranty service, you may also provide your own shipping pack, however we still recommend using a Crown Supplied Shipping Container. Minimum recommended requirements for materials are as follows:

275 P.S.I. burst test Double-Wall carton that allows for 2-inch solid Styrofoam on all six sides of unit or 3 inches of plastic bubble wrap on all six sides of unit; securely seal the package with an adequate carton sealing tape. Do not use light boxes or “peanuts.” Damage caused by poor packing cannot be covered under warranty.

4.

Do not ship the unit in any kind of cabinet

(wood or metal). Ignoring this warning may result in extensive damage to the unit and the cabinet. Accessories are not needed—do not send the product documentation, cables and other hardware.

If you have any questions, please contact

Crown Factory Service.

Crown Factory Service

1718 W. Mishawaka Rd.,

Elkhart, Indiana 46517 U.S.A.

Telephone: 574-294-8200

800-342-6939 (North America,

Puerto Rico, and Virgin Islands only)

Facsimile:

574-294-8301 (Technical Support)

574-294-8124 (Factory Service)

Internet: http://www.crownaudio.com

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9 Warranty

3

YEAR


UNITED STATES & CANADA

SUMMARY OF WARRANTY

Crown International, 1718 West Mishawaka Road,

Elkhart, Indiana 46517-4095 U.S.A. warrants to you, the ORIGINAL PURCHASER and ANY SUB-

SEQUENT OWNER of each NEW Crown product, for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase by the original purchaser (the “warranty period”) that the new Crown product is free of defects in materials and workmanship. We further warrant the new Crown product regardless of the reason for failure, except as excluded in this Warranty.

ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM THIS

CROWN WARRANTY

This Crown Warranty is in effect only for failure of a new Crown product which occurred within the

Warranty Period. It does not cover any product which has been damaged because of any intentional misuse, accident, negligence, or loss which is covered under any of your insurance contracts.

This Crown Warranty also does not extend to the new Crown product if the serial number has been defaced, altered, or removed.

WHAT THE WARRANTOR WILL DO

We will remedy any defect, regardless of the reason for failure (except as excluded), by repair, replacement, or refund. We may not elect refund unless you agree, or unless we are unable to provide replacement, and repair is not practical or cannot be timely made. If a refund is elected, then you must make the defective or malfunctioning product available to us free and clear of all liens or other encumbrances. The refund will be equal to the actual purchase price, not including interest, insurance, closing costs, and other finance charges less a reasonable depreciation on the product from the date of original purchase. Warranty work can only be performed at our authorized service centers or at the factory. Warranty work for some products can only be performed at our factory. We will remedy the defect and ship the product from the service center or our factory within a reasonable time after receipt of the defective product at our authorized service center or our factory. All expenses in remedying the defect, including surface shipping costs in the United

States, will be borne by us. (You must bear the expense of shipping the product between any foreign country and the port of entry in the United

States including the return shipment, and all taxes, duties, and other customs fees for such foreign shipments.)

HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY

SERVICE

You must notify us of your need for warranty service within the warranty period. All components must be shipped in a factory pack, which, if needed, may be obtained from us free of charge.

Corrective action will be taken within a reasonable time of the date of receipt of the defective product by us or our authorized service center. If the repairs made by us or our authorized service center are not satisfactory, notify us or our authorized service center immediately.

DISCLAIMER OF CONSEQUENTIAL

AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES

YOU ARE NOT ENTITLED TO RECOVER FROM

US ANY INCIDENTAL DAMAGES RESULTING

FROM ANY DEFECT IN THE NEW CROWN

PRODUCT. THIS INCLUDES ANY DAMAGE TO

ANOTHER PRODUCT OR PRODUCTS RESULT-

ING FROM SUCH A DEFECT. SOME STATES DO

NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATIONS

OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAM-

AGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLU-

SION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

WARRANTY ALTERATIONS

No person has the authority to enlarge, amend, or modify this Crown Warranty. This Crown Warranty is not extended by the length of time which you are deprived of the use of the new Crown product. Repairs and replacement parts provided under the terms of this Crown Warranty shall carry only the unexpired portion of this Crown

Warranty.

DESIGN CHANGES

We reserve the right to change the design of any product from time to time without notice and with no obligation to make corresponding changes in products previously manufactured.

LEGAL REMEDIES OF PURCHASER

THIS CROWN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC

LEGAL RIGHTS, YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER

RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

No action to enforce this Crown Warranty shall be commenced after expiration of the warranty period.

THIS STATEMENT OF WARRANTY SUPERSEDES

ANY OTHERS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL

FOR CROWN PRODUCTS. 12/01

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9 Warranty

3

YEAR

WORLDWIDE EXCEPT USA & CANADA

SUMMARY OF WARRANTY

Crown International, 1718 West Mishawaka Road,

Elkhart, Indiana 46517-4095 U.S.A. warrants to you, the ORIGINAL PURCHASER and ANY SUB-

SEQUENT OWNER of each NEW Crown1 product, for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase by the original purchaser (the “warranty period”) that the new Crown product is free of defects in materials and workmanship, and we further warrant the new Crown product regardless of the reason for failure, except as excluded in this

Warranty.

1 Note: If your unit bears the name “Amcron,” please substitute it for the name “Crown” in this warranty.

ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM THIS CROWN-

WARRANTY

This Crown Warranty is in effect only for failure of a new Crown product which occurred within the

Warranty Period. It does not cover any product which has been damaged because of any intentional misuse, accident, negligence, or loss which is covered under any of your insurance contracts.

This Crown Warranty also does not extend to the new Crown product if the serial number has been defaced, altered, or removed.

WHAT THE WARRANTOR WILL DO

We will remedy any defect, regardless of the reason for failure (except as excluded), by repair, replacement, or refund. We may not elect refund unless you agree, or unless we are unable to provide replacement, and repair is not practical or cannot be timely made. If a refund is elected, then you must make the defective or malfunctioning product available to us free and clear of all liens or other encumbrances. The refund will be equal to the actual purchase price, not including interest, insurance, closing costs, and other finance charges less a reasonable depreciation on the product from the date of original purchase. Warranty work can only be performed at our authorized service centers. We will remedy the defect and ship the product from the service center within a reasonable time after receipt of the defective product at our authorized service center.

HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE

You must notify your local Crown importer of your need for warranty service within the warranty period. All components must be shipped in the original box. Corrective action will be taken within a reasonable time of the date of receipt of the defective product by our authorized service center.

If the repairs made by our authorized service center are not satisfactory, notify our authorized service center immediately.

DISCLAIMER OF CONSEQUENTIAL AND

INCIDENTAL DAMAGES

YOU ARE NOT ENTITLED TO RECOVER FROM US

ANY INCIDENTAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM

ANY DEFECT IN THE NEW CROWN PRODUCT.

THIS INCLUDES ANY DAMAGE TO ANOTHER

PRODUCT OR PRODUCTS RESULTING FROM

SUCH A DEFECT.

WARRANTY ALTERATIONS

No person has the authority to enlarge, amend, or modify this Crown Warranty. This Crown Warranty is not extended by the length of time which you are deprived of the use of the new Crown product.

Repairs and replacement parts provided under the terms of this Crown Warranty shall carry only the unexpired portion of this Crown Warranty.

DESIGN CHANGES

We reserve the right to change the design of any product from time to time without notice and with no obligation to make corresponding changes in products previously manufactured.

LEGAL REMEDIES OF PURCHASER

No action to enforce this Crown Warranty shall be commenced after expiration of the warranty period.

THIS STATEMENT OF WARRANTY SUPERSEDES

ANY OTHERS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL FOR

CROWN PRODUCTS. 7/01


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Crown Factory Service Information

Shipping Address: Crown Factory Service, 1718 W. Mishawaka Rd., Elkhart, IN 46517

Phone: 1-800-342-6939 or 1-574-294-8200 Fax: 1-574-294-8124

Owner’s Name : _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Shipping Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Phone Number: ________________________________Fax Number: ________________________________ Email ________________________________________________________________________________

Model: __________________________________________________________________________________ Serial Number: _________________________________________________________________________

Purchase Date : _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

NATURE OF PROBLEM

(Be sure to describe the conditions that existed when the problem occurred and what attempts were made to correct it.)

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Other equipment in system:____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

If warranty has expired, payment will be: ! Cash/Check ! Visa ! Master Card ! C.O.D. ! Purchase Order for Crown Dealer

Card Number:___________________________________ Exp. Date:___________________

Signature:______________________________________________________________________

ENCLOSE THIS PORTION WITH THE UNIT. DO NOT MAIL SEPARATELY.


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NOTES


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Crown XLS 802 Operation Manual

XLS Series

Operation Manual

XLS 202

XLS 402

XLS 602

page 2

FCC COMPLIANCE NOTICE

DECLARATION of CONFORMITY

Due to line current harmonics, we recommend that you contact your supply authority before connection.

page 3

Table of Contents

page 4

250W

200W

145W

400W

500W

570W

400W

260W

800W

1,140W

1 Welcome

840W

600W

370W

1,200W

1,680W

page 5

2 Setup

page 6

2 Setup

page 7

2 Setup

page 8

2 Setup

page 9

2 Setup

page 10

3 Operation

page 11

3 Operation

page 12

3 Operation

page 13

4 Advanced Features and Options

page 14

5 Troubleshooting

page 15

6 Specifications

page 16

6 Specifications

page 17

7 AC Power Draw and Thermal Dissipation

page 18

7 AC Power Draw and Thermal Dissipation

XLS 202

XLS 402

page 19

7 AC Power Draw and Thermal Dissipation

XLS 602

page 20

8 Service

page 21

9 Warranty

UNITED STATES & CANADA

page 22

9 Warranty

WORLDWIDE EXCEPT USA & CANADA

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Crown Factory Service Information

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NOTES

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Key Features