Quick Start
The AMP-2800 and AMP-4600 are high-power, high-efficiency multichannel power amplifiers offering excellent sound quality for use with Crestron
Avia™ DSPs and with Saros® and Vector™ Performance Loudspeakers.
NOTE:
The AMP-2800 and AMP-4600 feature similar operation. For simplicity with this guide, the term “amplifier” is used for both models except
where noted.
Check the Box
Item
Qty
AMP-2800 and AMP-4600
1
Bracket, Rack Ear, 1U (P/N 2032123)
2
Bracket, Rear Mounting (P/N 2045677)
2
Cable, Power
1
Cable, USB 2.0, A - B, 6 ft (1.83 m) (P/N 2014966)
1
Screw, 4B x 1/4 in., Pan Head, Phillips (P/N 2007195)
6
AMP-2800 Only
Connector, 2-Pin (P/N 2044402)
2
Connector, 3-Pin (P/N 2003575)
2
AMP-4600 Only
Connector, 2-Pin (P/N 2044402)
4
Connector, 3-Pin (P/N 2003575)
4
Install the Device
These devices occupy 1U of rack space. To install the included rack ears:
1.
Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the three screws shown below from each side of the front of the amplifier.
2.
Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver and the included 1/4 in. screws to attach the included rack ears to the front of the amplifier as shown below.
3.
Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws from the rear of the amplifier as shown below, and attach the mounting brackets to the
rear of the amplifier.
Install Front Rack Ears
Install Rear Mounting Brackets
4.
Mount the device into the rack using eight mounting screws (not included).
Connect the Device
Make the necessary connections as called out in the following diagrams. Connect power last.
CAUTIONS:
•
Keep the device unplugged until all of the input, network, and speaker wiring is complete.
•
Check the speaker wires for shorts and frayed wiring around the SPEAKER OUTPUTS connectors.
NOTES:
•
Ensure the unit is properly grounded by connecting the chassis ground lug to an earth ground (building steel).
•
To prevent overheating, do not operate this product in an area that exceeds the environmental temperature range listed in the table of
specifications on the product web page. Fans provide side-to-side airflow for cooling; do not block the ventilation holes.
Hardware Connections, Front, AMP-2800
COMPUTER:
Direct computer connection to device with 6 ft USB cable
PWR LED
RESET Button
STATUS LED
s
VU Meters
Hardware Connections, Front, AMP-4600
PWR LED
STATUS LED
s
VU Meters
COMPUTER:
Direct computer connection to device with 6 ft USB cable
RESET Button
Hardware Connections, Rear, AMP-2800
SPEAKER OUTPUT 2:
To speaker
SPEAKER OUTPUT 1:
To speaker
LINE INPUT 2:
From analog source
LINE INPUT 1:
From analog source
Input
Attenuator 1
Input
Attenuator 2
LAN:
10/100BASE-T Ethernet to LAN
POWER:
From AC power outlet
Ground
SETUP button
and LED
Power Switch Circuit Breaker
Hardware Connections, Rear, AMP-4600
SPEAKER OUTPUTS 1-4:
To speakers
LINE INPUTS 1-4 & Input Attenuators:
From analog source
LAN:
10/100BASE-T Ethernet to LAN
POWER:
From AC power outlet
Ground
SETUP button
and LED
Power Switch Circuit Breaker
AMP-2800/AMP-4600
Crestron Avia™ Multichannel Commercial Amplifiers