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Macro-Tech 5002VZ
Power Amplifier
Reference Manual
1.2 Unpacking
Please unpack and inspect your new amplifier for any
damage that may have occurred during transit. If dam-
age is found, notify the transportation company imme-
diately. Only you, the consignee, may initiate a claim for
shipping damage. Crown will be happy to cooperate
fully as needed. Save the shipping carton as evidence
of damage for the shipper’s inspection.
Even if the unit arrived in perfect condition, as most
do, 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.
*Minimum guaranteed standard 1 kHz power with 120 volt,
60 Hz AC mains. See Section 6 for other AC mains
voltages and frequencies.
Fig. 1.1 Macro-Tech 5002VZ Amplifier
1 Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of a Macro-Tech
®
5002VZ.
®
You have selected one of the most reliable,
powerful and cost-effective professional amplifiers ever
made. From now on, you can enjoy the advantages of
having the highest level of innovation available in any
amplifier at any price.
The Macro-Tech 5002VZ is the most advanced ampli-
fier to offer Crown’s patented Variable Impedance (VZ)
power supply technology. New semiconductor technol-
ogy is combined with superior VZ power supplies to
enable the Macro-Tech 5002VZ to pack unprecedented
power levels into 5¼ inches (13.3 cm) of vertical rack
space. And because it is a Macro-Tech, you have the
benefit of ODEP
®
protection to keep the show going
long after other amplifiers have failed—even under the
most severe conditions. In addition, your amplifier pro-
vides enhanced PIP2 compatibility, which makes it easy
to customize with a variety of popular input modules
(see Section 8.1 for a list of available PIP
TM
and PIP2
modules).
This manual will help you successfully install and use
your new amplifier. Please read all instructions, warn-
ings and cautions. Be sure to read Sections 3.3.2 and
3.3.3 if you plan to use one of the amplifier’s two mono
modes. Also for your protection, please send in your
warranty registration card today and save your bill of
sale because it is your
official proof of purchase
.
1.1 Why So Much Power?
The Macro-Tech 5002VZ can deliver up to 2,500 watts
per channel into 2-ohm stereo loads or 5,000 watts
bridged into a single 4-ohm load.* That’s a lot of power
for a unit that is only 5¼ inches (13.3 cm) tall and weighs
less than 80 pounds (36.3 kg).
There are many reasons to use amplifiers with an ex-
tremely high power density. As more loudspeakers are
driven with fewer amplifiers, audio systems become
more compact and efficient. If the system is used for
touring, this can reduce shipping costs and setup time.
But concentrating so much power in one amplifier cre-
ates potential hazards that can permanently ruin your
day. Your amplifier is capable of delivering enough elec-
trical power at the output terminals to produce a lethal
shock. If used improperly, it can also drive loudspeak-
ers to levels that will cause permanent hearing dam-
age. For these reasons, we have included appropriate
warnings and cautions in this manual.
