Crest audio CKS1600-2 SPECIFICATIONS

CKS1600-2 POWER

PROCESSING AMPLIFIER

Product Description

The Crest Audio CKS1600-2 Power Processing amplifier is designed specifically for the unique requirements of high-quality commercial and indus­trial sound installations. Design goals met by the CKS1600-2 include exceptional sonic accuracy, high efficiency, minimum power consumption,
comprehensive loudspeaker protection, and the ability to handle extended duty cycles.

In addition, the CKS1600-2 incorporates Crest Audio’s proprietary modular approach to input/output and external control configuration. We call this
concept Power Processing. Through the provision of three plug-in module bays, these amplifiers offer exceptional flexibility with integral signal pro­cessing, load monitoring, and either local or system-wide computer control via Crest Audio’s NexSys®network.

The CKS1600-2 amplifier is manufactured exclusively in Crest Audio’s own USA plant, using only the highest quality components.
Key sub-assemblies are individually pre-tested, and all units are rigorously “burned-in” before final checkout on precision test equipment.

CKS1600-2 Features

• Sequential Turn-On/Off (STO). Standard system uses any +8 to

+18VDC source and contact closure.

• PowerSave. Reduces power consumption at idle by turning off the

bias circuit (and fan if heat sink temperature is below allowed thresh­old) when no signal present at input.

• 3 Module Bays. Unique chassis construction provides three separate

bays into which a diverse range of space-saving and cost effective
Input Processing, Network and Power/Output modules can be fitted.
By combining multiple processing and control functions in the ampli­fier, CKS Series Power Processing amplifiers significantly save on
installation costs versus conventional outboard processing.

• Cool Operation. High thermal mass heat sinks, with high-efficiency

variable speed fan. Front panel mounted filter for easy maintenance.

• “Overbuilt” Power Supply. In the Crest tradition, the power supply

is “over-engineered” for ample current reserves to meet demanding
load conditions.

• More Transistors. More output devices than comparably-powered

competitive models to provide wider safe operating area and lower
heat generation.

• TourClass®Protection Circuits:
ACL (Active Clip Limiting) prevents speaker damage with gentle

gain reduction at clip threshold.
IGM (Instantaneous Gain Modulation) monitors connected loads to

detect conditions that may overstress output devices, allowing safe
operation into difficult loads.

AutoRamp gradually increases gain to attenuator setting level when
amplifier is turned on.

TourClass also includes comprehensive thermal management, and
short circuit, DC voltage, turn-on/off transient, current inrush and
sub/ultrasonic input protection.

• Selectable input sensitivity/voltage gain (internal jumpers)

• UL certification

• Front panel status indication

• Rear panel attenuators with removable knobs

• Barrier strip input and output connectors

• Optional input isolation transformers

• Front panel label area

• Full five-year warranty*

Power Specifications 8Ω Stereo 4Ω Stereo 2Ω Stereo

20Hz - 20kHz, 0.1% THD+N 700W 1100W 1100W
1kHz, 0.02% THD+N 715W 1130W 1440W

Figures are watts per channel, both channels driven. NexSys is a registered trademark of Crest Audio Inc.

CKS1600-2 POWER PROCESSING AMPLIFIER

8 Ohm Stereo Power
4 Ohm Stereo Power
2 Ohm Stereo Power

Max RMS Output Voltage

(each channel)

Peak Output Voltage (each channel)

Frequency Response (+0 / -0.3dB, 1W/8Ω)

Power Bandwidth (rated power at 4Ω, 1% THD+N)

TourClass®Protection

(rated power at 4Ω, 1kHz)

THD+N

SMPTE IMD (rated power at 8Ω, 60Hz & 7kHz)

Damping Factor

Input CMRR

(1kHz)

Input Sensitivity (rated power at 8Ω )

Standard Voltage Gain

Input Impedance (balanced/unbalanced)

Hum and Noise

(“A” weighted, full power, 4Ω)

Crosstalk (“A” weighted, full power, 4Ω)

Class

Input Connectors

(per channel)

Output Connectors (per channel)

Filter Storage

Power Supply

(factory configured)

Idle Current Draw 120V

1/8 Power Curr. Draw

(typical music, 120V/4Ω)

1/3 Power Curr. Draw (cont. music, 120V/4Ω)

Max Curr. Draw (circuit breaker rating, 120V/4Ω)

Thermal Emissions (1/8 Power, 4Ω)
Thermal Emissions (1/3 Power, 4Ω)

Cooling

Controls

LED Indicators

(per channel)

Construction

Dimensions

(Height x Width x Depth)

Gross Weight, Net Weight

Warranty

SPECIFICATIONS

1kHz, 0.01% THD+N 20Hz-20kHz, 0.1% THD+N

715W 700W
1130W 1100W
1440W 1100W
90V
127V
10Hz-20kHz, -3dB @ 148kHz
10Hz - 20kHz, +0/-0.2 dB
ACL, IGM, AutoRamp, short circuit, DC voltage, turn­on/off transient, current inrush, sub/ultrasonic input.
<0.02%
<0.1%
400:1
>60 dB

1.87V
X40 (jumper-selectable for X20 or .775V sens.)
>20kΩ/>10kΩ

-105 dB
>-60dB
H
Rear-panel barrier strip input, 4-pin Phoenix sequential
turn-on/off connector on standard CC-STL module
Rear-panel barrier strip output
37,000 µF
100V-240V, 50-60Hz

1.3A (PowerSave active)
10A

22.6A
30A
3154 BTU/hr
6525 BTU/hr
Variable speed, front panel mounted fan,
front-to-side airflow
3-position front panel On/Remote/Off switch, two rear­panel channel attenuators, AC mains circuit breaker
Signal, ACL (one per ch.) Protect, Active
Steel chassis, 16 gauge.
Double thickness in rack ear areas.

7.0" x 19" x 17.13" / 178 x 483 x 435cm

78.65 lbs. (35.39 kg), 70.65 lbs. (32.08 kg)
5 years*

Architect’s & Engineer’s Specifications

The power amplifier shall consist of 2 channels and deliver a
minimum of 800 watts at 8 ohms, 1200 watts at 4 ohms and
1400 watts at 2 ohms; per channel, both channels driven,
20Hz-20kHz, 0.1% THD+N.
A variable speed fan, with the ability to completely turn off
under appropriate ambient temperature conditions, shall pro­vide air flow through the chassis from front to both sides.
The amplifier shall have circuitry to protect itself and the
speaker load from output short circuits, DC voltage on out­puts, and thermal overload. The amplifier shall include cir­cuitry to gradually increase gain to attenuator setting levels
when amplifier is turned on, and circuitry for impedance
sensing and active clip limiting.
The amplifier shall include an energy saving feature which
shall automatically remove the output stage bias current when
the amplifier is in an idle condition.
The amplifier shall have a voltage gain of X40, or a voltage
gain of X20, or an input sensitivity of 0.775V, for rated power
at 4 ohms, internally jumper-selectable. The hum and noise
level shall be greater than 105dB below rated output, “A”
weighted. The amplifier shall have a class H output stage
(with a modulated power supply). The frequency response
shall be greater than 20Hz-20kHz, +0, -0.3dB at rated power.
The amplifier shall operate at either 100, 120, 220, 230, or
240 volts, 50-60 Hz AC (configured at factory). Maximum
current draw at 120V shall be no greater than 30A, both
channels driven continuously into 4 ohm resistive loads.
Front panel LED indicators shall include Active, Protect,
Signal Present, and ACL (Clip Limiting) LEDs for each chan­nel. The power switch shall have three positions; one to per­mit power up from a remote location, one to permit local
power up, and an ‘off’ position. The fan filter shall be front
panel mounted, with no tools required for removal.
The rear panel shall be configured with three openings or
bays which will accept plug-in modules used to accomplish
input signal processing, network control, remote sequential
turn-on/off and other related functions. The output module
shall be fitted with the following connectors: 5mm, 4-pin
Phoenix for sequential turn-on/off wiring, and an output bar­rier strip with 0.438" (11mm) screw spacing, and 0.320"
(8mm) lug space. The input module shall be fitted with an
input barrier strip connector with 0.320" (8mm) screw spac­ing, and 0.270" (7mm) lug space, and two individual channel
attenuators with removable knobs.
A user re-settable AC mains circuit breaker and AC mains
cord with 30 ampere twist-lock plug shall be mounted on the
rear chassis.
The packaging of the amplifier shall allow for standard rack
mounting without requiring space between similar units.
Dimensions shall be 19" (483mm) wide, 7.0" (178mm) high
and 17.13" (435mm) deep. It shall weigh 70.65 lbs. (32.08 kg)
net. The amplifier shall be designated the Crest Audio model
CKS 1600-2.

*USA, Canada, United Kingdom, and many
other countries.

Power figures are watts per channel, both
channels driven. Crest Audio reserves the
right to make improvements in manufactur­ing or design which may affect specifica­tion. Crest Audio specification literature is
available in electronic form to qualified
users. Contact Crest Audio Inc. for more
information. ©1996 Crest Audio Inc.

v. 2.1 11/20/96 A3300007

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View

ON

LISTED 8B42
COMMERCIAL

POWER

AMPLIFIER

120V~60 Hz 25A

CLASS 2 WIRING

MAY BE USED

Output

–

+8 to 18VDC
20 mA

In

Out
Com

CLASS 2 ONLY

A

+

+

B

NEC

–

Signal
Ground
Lift
Jumper

Model
CC-STL

*A3300007*

Model

Output Power

Name

@70.7V

CKV 100

50W

CKV 200

100W

CKV 400

200W

CKV 800

400W

CKV 1600

800W

CKV 2400

1200W

Designed & manufactured in the USA by:

Paramus, New Jersey 07652 USA

Crest Audio Inc.

100 Eisenhower Dr.

Model
Name

CKS 100
CKS 200
CKS 400

CKS 800
CKS 800-2
CKS 1200-2
CKS 1600-2

Output Power

@8Ω/Ch.

50W
100W
200W
400W
400W
600W
800W

Model
CC-BLK

SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Input B

Input A

–

–

+

+

Level

5

4

6

A

3

7

2

8

1

9

0

10

Level

5

4

6

B

3

7

2

8

1

9

0

10

Model
CC-IPB

Crest Audio Inc.

100 Eisenhower Dr., Paramus NJ 07652 USA

TEL: [phone] FAX: [phone]

http://www.crestaudio.com

Printed in USA