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CV Series
User Manual
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© Phoenix Gold International, Inc. February 2001
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SAFETY INFORMATION
CAUTION |
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK |
DO NOT OPEN |
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF |
ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE |
COVER. NO USER SERVICABLE PARTS |
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO |
QUALIFIED PERSONNEL! |
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle 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.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user of the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Please read this entire manual, especially the Safety Warnings, before operating your amplifier.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction |
3 |
Effects Loop |
14 |
Unpacking and Paperwork |
3 |
Installation and Operation |
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Features and Specifications |
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Location and General Precaution |
14 |
CV1501 |
4-5 |
Mechanical Considerations |
14 |
CV2501 |
4-5 |
Rear Support |
14 |
CV1502 |
6-7 |
Thermal Considerations |
15 |
CV2502 |
6-7 |
AC Power Considerations |
15 |
CV4002 |
8-9 |
Magnetic Leakage |
15 |
Controls and Functions |
10-14 |
Input Wiring |
15-16 |
Rack Mounts |
10 |
Input Sensitivity |
16 |
Level Controls |
10 |
Loudspeaker Polarity |
16 |
LED Status Display |
10 |
Mono Operation |
16-17 |
LED Level Display |
10 |
Bridged Mono Connections |
17 |
Power Switch |
11 |
Power Sequencing |
18-20 |
Standby LED |
11 |
Remote Level Control |
20-22 |
Data LED |
11 |
Effects Loop |
22 |
Output Connector |
12 |
CV Series Block Diagram |
22 |
Sequence Connector |
12-13 |
Warranty Information |
23 |
Remote Level Control |
13 |
In Case Of Difficulty |
24-25 |
Standard Input Module |
13 |
Appendix A |
26 |
AC Line Cord |
13 |
Appendix B |
27 |
Configuration DIP Switch |
14 |
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of a new Carver Professional CV Series Power Amplifier. The CV Series amplifiers are designed expressly for commercial and institutional audio applications. The CV Series amplifiers are designed and manufactured by Carver Professional, a division of Phoenix Gold International, Inc. They combine
Carver Professional’s experience in pro audio along with the needs of the system integrator to provide an uncompromising product for the commercial sound industry. The sonic heritage of Carver Professional combined with the performance, manufacturing quality and attention to detail that has defined Phoenix Gold International assures you of the value and integrity you seek in an amplifier product. Thank you for placing your confidence in Carver Professional and Phoenix Gold. We know your amplifier will provide many years of dependable service and reliable sound reproduction.
Please read this entire manual, especially the Safety Warnings, before operating your amplifier.
UNPACKING AND PAPERWORK
Carefully unpack the amplifier and keep the original carton and packing materials for future moving, shipment or long-term storage. After opening the box, please check for visible signs of damage that were not apparent from the outside of the box. If you encounter what appears to be concealed damage, please contact your Carver Professional Dealer before installing unit.
Important Paperwork
Make sure to save your sales receipt. Your receipt is extremely important to establish the duration of your Limited Warranty and for insurance purposes. Next, make a note of the serial number, which is located on the back of the amplifier. Record it in the space provided below for convenient reference.
Model: _______________ Serial Number: __________________________
Purchased at: __________________________ Date: _________________
Finally, take a moment to fill out the Warranty Registration Card packed with the amplifier and return it to Carver Professional. This will allow us to keep you informed about new products, as they become available
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CV1501
Power Output
•150W mono into 4 ohm and 8 ohm loads, autoformer coupled, 40Hz to 20kHz ±3db with < 0.5% THD at full power
•150W mono transformer coupled @ 25V, 35V, 50V, 70V and 100V 40Hz to 18kHz ±3dB with < 0.5% THD at full power
CV2501
Power Output
•250W mono into 4 ohm and 8 ohm loads, autoformer coupled 40Hz to 20kHz ±3dB with < 0.5% THD at full power
•250W mono transformer coupled @ 25V,
35V, 50V, 70V and 100V, 40Hz to 18kHz ±3dB with < 0.5% THD at full power
Common Features
•Convection Cooling
•5 segment LED level display per channel including signal present and clip indicators
•3 LED display per channel of Power, Protect and Thermal Overload
•Standby LED indicates the amplifier is in Standby Mode
•Data LED (used with Computer Control & Monitoring module)
•Level control can be covered with a snap in cap (supplied) to prevent tampering
•Remote Control of output level via Euro Style connector
•Unbalanced Effects Loop (send/receive) via Euro Style Connector
•Standard Mono Input Module with line level input via Euro Style connector and XLR jack, connected in parallel
•Switched Clip Limiter
•26Hz High Pass Filter
•Switched 80Hz and 120Hz (12db/Octave cut) High Pass Filters
•Terminals for Sequencing Power ON/OFF
•Speaker Output via large gauge Euro Style connectors
•Power Switch, 3 positions On, Off, Standby
•AC Line Cord (Detachable IEC Type)
•Optional Accessories:
−Four Input Mixer Module with zone assignment
−Paging Modules with variable ducking
−Expanded Mic/Line Level Input Module
−Computer Control & Monitoring via iON Media Control Module
−DSP control of 28 Band Graphic EQ, 5 Band Parametric EQ, HP Filter, LP Filter, Crossover, Adjustable Limiting and Adjustable Delay via iON Media DSP Tools Module
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SPECIFICATIONS with Basic input module
PERFORMANCE:
• THD: |
<0.5% @ rated power, 0.2% 1/8 rated power at1 kHz |
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• IMD DIM30 Method: |
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<0.2% |
• Dynamic Headroom: |
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1.5dB |
• Power Bandwidth: |
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40 Hz to 20 kHz, 4 and 8 ohm loads |
• Frequency Response: |
30 Hz to 20 kHz +0.5, -3dB(4 and 8 ohm loads) |
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• Signal-to-Noise: |
94dB (typical), A-weighted, referred to rated power |
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• CMRR: |
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75dB at 1kHz |
• Slew Rate: |
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7V/µSec |
• Sensitivity for rated power (includes EFX Inputs): |
0dBu or 0.775 Vrms |
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• Input Impedance (includes EFX Inputs): |
50kΩ balanced |
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• Input Overload (includes EFX Inputs): |
20 dBu |
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• Protection: |
Thermal, Short Circuit, Over-current & Over Voltage, self-resetting |
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• Stability: |
Unconditionally stable into reactive loads |
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• Duty Cycle: |
Continuous operation with dynamic signal at 1/3rd power |
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POWER REQUIREMENTS:
• Mains Voltage (output power rated at nominal voltage): |
100VAC, 50-60Hz ±20% |
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120VAC, 60Hz ±20% |
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230VAC, 50Hz ±20% |
• Power Consumption |
(See Appendix A) |
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE: |
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• Proposed ETL/C Mark to: |
UL6500, 2nd Edition |
• CE Certification to: |
EN55103-1 & EN55103-2 |
PHYSICAL: |
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• Cooling Method: |
Convection |
• Operating Environment: |
-10oC to 55oC, up to 85% RH |
• Storage Environment: |
-45oC to 70oC, up to 93% RH |
• Dimensions: |
3.5” H (2U) x 19.0” W x 16” D |
• Net Weight: |
89mm x 483mm x 438mm |
CV1501 – 27.4lbs / 12.4kg |
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• Shipping Weight: |
CV2501 – 32.7lbs / 14.9kg |
CV1501 – 32.9lbs. / 15.0kg |
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CV2501 – 38.2lbs. / 17.4kg |
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CV1502
Power Output
•150W per channel into 4 ohm and 8 ohm loads, autoformer coupled, 40Hz to 20kHz ±3dB
with < 0.5% THD at full power
•150W per channel, transformer coupled @ 25V, 35V, 50V, 70V and 100V, 40Hz to 18kHz ± 3dB with < 0.5% THD at full power
•300W parallel mono at 4 Ohms, 300W parallel and bridged mono at 8 and 16 Ohms, 50V, 70V,
100V, 140V and 200V with no more than 0.5% THD
CV2502
Power Output
•250W per channel into 4 ohm and 8 ohm loads, autoformer coupled, 40Hz to 20kHz ±3dB
with < 0.5% THD at full power
•250W per channel, transformer coupled @ 25V, 35V, 50V, 70V and 100V, 40Hz to 18kHz ± 3dB
•500W parallel mono at 4 Ohms, 500W parallel and bridged mono at 8 and 16 Ohms, 50V, 70V,
100V, 140V and 200V with no more than 0.5% THD
Common Features
•Convection Cooling
•5-segment LED level display, per channel, including signal present and clip indicators
•3 LED display, per channel, of Power, Protect and Thermal Overload
•Standby LED indicates the amplifier is in Standby Mode
•Data LED (used with Computer Control module)
•Level controls can be covered with a cap (supplied) to prevent tampering
•Remote control of output level via Euro Style connector
•Unbalanced Effects Loop (send/receive) via Euro Style Connector
•Standard Dual Input Module with line level inputs via Euro Style connectors and XLR jacks, connected in parallel
•Switched Clip Limiters
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•26Hz High Pass Filters
•Switched 80Hz and 120Hz (12db/Octave cut) High Pass Filters
•Terminals for Sequencing Power ON/OFF
•Speaker Outputs via large gauge Euro Style connectors
•Power Switch, 3 positions On, Off, Standby
•AC Line Cord (Detachable IEC Type)
•Optional Accessories:
−Four Input Mixer Module with zone assignment
−Paging Modules with variable ducking
−Expanded Mic/Line Level Input Module
−Computer Control & Monitoring via iON Media Control Module
−DSP control of 28 Band Graphic EQ, 5 Band Parametric EQ, HP Filter, LP Filter, Crossover, Adjustable Limiting and Adjustable Delay via iON Media DSP Tools Module
SPECIFICATIONS with Basic input module
PERFORMANCE:
• THD: |
0.5% at rated power, 0.2% at 1/8 rated power at 1kHz |
|
• IMD DIM30 Method: |
|
<0.2% |
• Dynamic Headroom: |
|
1.5dB |
• Power Bandwidth: |
|
40 Hz to @20 kHz +0.5, -3 dB |
• Frequency Response: |
26 Hz to 20 kHz, 4 and 8 ohm loads |
|
• Signal-to-Noise |
94dB (typical), A-Weighted, referred to rated power |
|
• Crosstalk: |
|
-60dB, full bandwidth |
• CMRR: |
|
75dB at 1kHz |
• Slew Rate: |
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7V/µSec |
• Sensitivity for rated power (includes EFX Inputs): |
0dB or 0.775Vrms |
|
• Input Impedance (includes EFX Inputs): |
50kΩ balanced |
|
• Input Overload (includes EFX Inputs): |
20dBu |
|
• Protection: |
Thermal, Short Circuit, and Over-current & Over Voltage |
|
• Stability: |
Unconditionally stable into reactive loads |
|
• Duty Cycle: |
Continuous operation at 1/3 rated power |
|
POWER REQUIREMENTS:
• Mains Voltage (output power rated at nominal voltage): 100VAC, 50-60Hz ±20%
|
120VAC, 60Hz ±20% |
|
230VAC, 50Hz ±20% |
• Power Consumption |
(See Appendix A) |
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE: |
UL6500, 2nd Edition |
• Proposed ETL/C Mark to: |
|
• CE Certification to: |
EN55103-1 & EN55103-2 |
PHYSICAL: |
|
• Cooling Method: |
Convection |
• Operating Environment: |
-10oC to 55oC, up to 85% RH |
• Storage Environment: |
-45oC to 70oC, up to 93% RH |
• Dimensions: |
3.5” H (2U) x 19.0” W x 17.25” D |
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89mm x 483mm x 438mm |
• Net Weight: |
CV1502 – 35.1lbs / 15.9kg |
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CV2502 – 42.5lbs / 19.3kg |
• Shipping Weight: |
CV1502 – 41.0lbs. / 18.0kg |
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CV2502 – 48.0lbs. / 22.0kg |
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CV4002
Power Output
•400W per channel into 4 ohm and 8 ohm loads, autoformer coupled, 40Hz to 20kHz ±3dBwith < 0.5% THD at full power
•400W per channel, transformer coupled @ 25V, 35V, 50V, 70V and 100V, 40Hz to 18kHz ±3dB with < 0.5% THD at full power
•800W in parallel mono at 4 Ohms, 800W parallel and bridged mono at 8 and 16 Ohms, 50V, 70V, 100V, 140V and 200V, with no more than 0.5% THD
Common Features
•Convection Cooling
•5-segment LED level display, per channel, including signal present and clip indicators
•3 LED display, per channel, of Power, Protect and Thermal Overload
•Standby LED indicates the amplifier is in Standby Mode
•Data LED (used with Computer Control Module)
•Level controls can be covered with a cap (supplied) to prevent tampering
•Remote control of output level via Euro Style connector
•Unbalanced Effects Loop (send/receive) via Euro Style Connector
•Standard Dual Input Module with line level inputs via Euro Style connectors and XLR jacks, connected in parallel
•Switched Clip Limiters
•26Hz High Pass Filters
•Switched 80Hz and 120Hz (12db/Octave cut) High Pass Filters
•Terminals for Sequencing Power ON/OFF
•Speaker Outputs via large gauge Euro Style connectors
•Power Switch, 3 positions On, Off, Standby
•AC Line Cord (Detachable IEC Type)
•Optional Accessories:
−Four Input Mixer Module with zone assignment
−Paging Modules with variable ducking
−Expanded Mic/Line Level Input Module
−Computer Control & Monitoring via ION Media Control Module
−DSP control of 28 Band Graphic EQ, 5 Band Parametric EQ, HP Filter, LP Filter, Crossover, Adjustable Limiting and Adjustable Delay via iON Media DSP Tools Module
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SPECIFICATIONS with Basic input module
PERFORMANCE:
• THD: |
0.5% at rated power, 0.2% at 1/8 rated power at 1kHz |
|
• IMD DIM30 Method: |
|
<0.2% |
• Dynamic Headroom: |
|
1.5dB |
• Power Bandwidth: |
40 Hz to 20 kHz 4 and 8 ohm loads |
|
• Frequency Response: |
26 Hz to 20 kHz +0.5, -3 dB 4 and 8 ohm loads |
|
• Signal-to-Noise |
94dB (typical), A-Weighted, referred to rated power |
|
• Crosstalk: |
|
-60dB, full bandwidth |
• CMRR: |
|
75dB @ 1kHz |
• Slew Rate: |
|
7V/µSec |
• Sensitivity for rated power (includes EFX Inputs): |
0dB or 0.775Vrms |
|
• Input Impedance (includes EFX Inputs): |
50kΩ balanced |
|
• Input Overload (includes EFX Inputs): |
20dBu |
|
• Protection: |
Thermal, Short Circuit, and Over-current & Over Voltage |
|
• Stability: |
Unconditionally stable into reactive loads |
|
• Duty Cycle: |
Continuous operation at 1/3 rated power |
|
POWER REQUIREMENTS:
• Mains Voltage (output power rated at nominal voltage): 100VAC, 50-60Hz ±20%
|
120VAC, 60Hz ±20% |
|
230VAC, 50Hz ±20% |
• Power Consumption |
(See Appendix A) |
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE: |
UL6500, 2nd Edition |
• Proposed ETL/C Mark to: |
|
• CE Certification to: |
EN55103-1 & EN55103-2 |
PHYSICAL: |
|
• Cooling Method: |
Convection |
• Operating Environment: |
-10oC to 55oC, up to 85% RH |
• Storage Environment: |
-45oC to 70oC, up to 93% RH |
• Dimensions: |
5.25” H (2U) x 19.0” W x 17.25” D |
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133mm x 483mm x 438mm |
• Net Weight: |
CV4002 – 54.0lbs. / 24.5kg |
• Shipping Weight: |
CV4002 – 60.0lbs. / 27.3kg |
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