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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 products 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.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read this entire manual , especially the Safety Warnings, before operating your
amplifier.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction 3
Unpacking and Paperwork 3
Features and Specifications
CV1501 4-5
CV2501 4-5
CV1502 6-7
CV2502 6-7
CV4002 8-9
Controls and Functions 10-14
Rack Mounts 10
Level Controls 10
LED Status Display 10
LED Level Display 10
Power Switch 11
Standby LED 11
Data LED 11
Output Connector 12
Sequence Connector 12-13
Remote Level Control 13
Standard Input Module 13
AC Line Cord 13
Configuration DIP Switch 14 Effects Loop 14
Installation and Operation
Location and General Precaution 14
Mechanical Considerations 14
Rear Support 14
Thermal Considerations 15
AC Power Considerations 15
Magnetic Leakage 15
Input W iring 15-16
Input Sensitivity 16
Loudspeaker Polarity 16
Mono Operation 16-17
Bridged Mono Connections 17
Power Sequencing 18-20
Remote Level Control 20-22
Effects Loop 22
CV Series Block Diagram 22
Warranty Information 23
In Case Of Difficulty 24-25
Appendix A 26
Appendix B 27
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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 Professionals 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.
U
NPACKING A ND P APERWORK
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
.
