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CV-900 / CV-1800 / CV-2800
HEAVY DUTY PROFESSIONAL AMPLIFIERS
USER MANUAL

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these instructions - All the safety and operating instructions sh-
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ould be read before this product is operated.
Retain these instructions - The safety and operating instructions sh-
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ould be retained for future reference.
Heed all warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the operati-
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ng instructions should be adhered to.
Follow all instructions - All operating and use instructions should be
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followed.
Do not use this apparatus near water - The appliance should not be
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used near water or moisture - for example, in a wet basement or
near a swimming pool, and the like.
Clean only with dry cloth.
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Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
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manufacture’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registe-
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rs,stoves,or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding plug.
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A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the ther. A grounding 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.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly
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at the plugs, convenience receptacles, and at the point where they
exit from the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
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Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
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or table specified by the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus. When a cart or rack
is used,use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from
tip-over.
Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for
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long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when
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the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply
cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Please keep the unit in a good ventilation environment.
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WARNING:To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose
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this apparatus to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids,
such as vases, shall not be placed on apparatus.
WARNING: The mains plug or appliance inlet is used as disconect
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device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the
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type of power source indicated on the rating label.If you are not sure
of the type of power supply to your home, onsult your product dealer
or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer the perating instructions.
Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this pr-
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oduct, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
Don't touch conductive parts of output terminals to prevent hazard-
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ous electrical shock. The external wiring connected to the terminals
requires installation by an instructed person or the used of ready made leads or cords.
This eguipment is for commercial & professional use only.
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This product is in compliance with EU WEEE regulat-
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ions. Disposal of end of life produc should not betreated as municipal waste. Please refer to your local
regulations for instructions on proper disposal of this
product.
To prevent hazardous electrical shock, do not touch
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the conductive parts of the output terminals.The external wiring connected to the terminals requires installation by an
quallified technician or the use of ready made leads or cords.
Hot danger.Please don't touch the area because a hot danger may exit.
Protective earthing terminal. The apparatus should be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective
earthing connection.
This lightning flash is intended to alert the user to the presence of non-insulated “dangerous voltage” on the
output terminals that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.The external wiring
connected to the terminals requires installation by an instructed person or the used of ready-made leads or
cords.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove any
cover. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel only.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of suf ficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operation and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying this appliance.
CAUTION:
To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet
unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your decision to purchase Cerwin-vega’s innovative new CV Series professional power amplifier! Engineered for superior
sound reproduction, the CV Series line of professional amplifiers deliver top quality audio at an affordable price. The CV Series offer a
standard of reliability and efficiency that makes them the perfect solution for every DJ, musician, and sound engineer. Welcome to a new
level of professional quality sound performance!
UNPACKING & INSTALLATION
Although it is neither complicated to install, nor difficult to operate your amplifier, a few minutes of your time are required to read this
manual for a properly wired installation, and to become familiar with the unit’s features. Please take great care in unpacking the unit and
do not discard the carton and other packing materials. They may be needed when moving the unit and are required if it ever becomes
necessary to return the unit for service. Never place the unit near a radiator, in front of heating vents, in direct sunlight, in excessive
humidity, or dusty locations to avoid damages and to guaranty a long reliable use. Connect the unit with the system components according to the description on the following pages.
FEATURES
• Cerwin-vega amplifiers deliver the following power ratings.
• CV-900 - 2 x 210 Watts at 8 ohm, 2 x 320 Watts at 4 ohm and 2 x 420 Watts at 2 ohm
• CV-1800 - 2 x 400 Watts at 8 ohm, 2 x 600 Watts at 4 ohm and 2 x 900 Watts at 2 ohm
• CV-2800 - 2 x 600 Watts at 8 ohm, 2 x 900 Watts at 4 ohm and 2 x 1400 Watts at 2 ohm
• 2-channel, parallel or bridged mono operating modes for flexible application 900 Watts for CV-900, 1800 Watts for CV-1800 and 2800
Watts for CV-2800
• Independent limiters for each channel reduce overload distortion
• Independent input level controls for each channel allow precision adjustments
• Precise signal and clip LED indicators to monitor performance, allow you to correct for overloading (clipping) condition
• Low-frequency filters (40 Hz) remove rumble and subsonic frequencies
• Twin-tunnel and two temperature-sensitivity forced-air cooling system to maintain a low operating temperature during use
• Balanced XLR or balanced 1/4-inch TRS Combination input connector for each channel and LINK ports
• 5-way output binding posts or Speakon® connectors enable secure operation
• High-current toroidal transformer for absolute reliability
• Independent DC and thermal overload protection on each channel automatically protects amplifier and speaker from damage or failure
• The CV-Series can be mounted in any standard 19” rack
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