C T s S E R I E S

CTs Series
Multi-channel
uilding on the foundation of the Com-Tech®

B Series, Crown’s CTs Series offers new flex-

ibility and value for installed sound applica-
tions. The Com-Tech Series were the first to offer Features • Comprehensive array of indicators including
independent selection of high- and low-impedance Power and Data, along with Bridge, Ready,
• New Crown Switching Power Supply for
operation for a specific channel, and CTs Series Signal, Clip, Thermal and Fault for each chan-
reduced weight.
amplifiers continue that tradition, with power nel, provide accurate diagnostics.
levels and features carefully chosen to perfectly • High power-density, with four channels (CTs
• Blue Power Indicator flashes if the amplifier
integrate into fixed install design requirements. 4200) or eight channels (CTs 8200) in a 3U
shuts off due to an under/over voltage condition
For added flexibility, the CTs Series includes both chassis.
on the AC mains.
dual-channel and multi-channel models. • Selectable constant-voltage (70V/100V) or
• Advanced protection circuitry guards against:
All models in the CTs Series feature Crown’s new low-impedance (4/8 ohm) operation for each
shorted outputs, open circuits, DC, mismatched
Switching Power Supply for lighter weight, and all channel pair. (Channel pair must be operated
loads, general overheating, under-/over-volt-
models are also compatible with the IQ System®. in Bridge mode for 100V output).
age, high-frequency overloads and internal
Multi-channel models accept new MC accessory • FIT (Fault Isolation Topology) circuitry isolates faults.
modules that provide enhanced control, monitor- faults within affected channels.
ing, and system integration. • Proven Crown AB+B Multi-Mode® output topol-
• TLC protection circuitry protects the amplifier ogy.
The CTs multi-channel amps feature FIT (Fault Iso- from excessive heat by subtly and dynamically
lation Topology), which isolates channel-specific • Continuously-variable fans optimize cooling effi-
reducing the gain only when necessary to
faults and prevents them from affecting remaining ciency.
reduce heat levels.
channels. If a CTs multi-channel amp is powering • Three Year, No-Fault, Fully Transferable
multiple zones, and a channel fails, the other zones • Accepts new MC accessory modules that tailor
Warranty completely protects your investment
continue to operate. the amplifier to suit specific applications. Mod-
and guarantees its specifications.
ules available for remote VCA level control and
In a profession where unplanned service calls IQ System® Control. • Crown’s advance-replacement Profit Protec-
quickly wipe out profits, the CTs Series amplifiers tion Plan provides quick, no-questions-asked
are designed to be the most reliable amplifiers you • 35-Hz High-Pass Filter is automatically
replacement of covered amps should they fail
can install. inserted when the channel pair is set for con-
at any time up to 6 months following date of
stant-voltage operation (corner frequency may
For more details about the Crown® CTs Series, installation.
be changed as a service option).
contact Crown Customer Service at 800-342-6939
or 574-294-8200. Also, visit the Crown Audio web-
site at www.crownaudio.com. 20 Hz to 20 kHz: < 0.05%. Input Impedance (nominal): 20 kilohms balanced,
Intermodulation Distortion (IMD) 60 Hz and 7 10 kilohms unbalanced.
Specifications
kHz at 4:1, from 163 milliwatts to full bandwidth Maximum Input Level (before input compres-
Minimum Guaranteed Power: See power charts
power: < 0.05% (typical). sion): + 20 dBu.
below.
Damping Factor: 10 Hz to 400 Hz: >180. Load Impedance (Note: Safe with all types of
Frequency Response (at 1 watt, 20 Hz - 20 kHz):
±0.5 dB. Crosstalk (below rated power, 20 Hz to 1 kHz): loads):
> 80 dB. Stereo: 4/8 and 25 ohms (70V)
Phase Response (at 1 watt, 10 Hz - 20 kHz): ±35°.
Common Mode Rejection (CMR) (20 Hz to 1 kHz): Bridge Mono: 8/16 and 50 ohms (100V)
Signal to Noise Ratio below rated power (20 Hz to
> 50 dB. Voltage Gain (at maximum level setting), 1.4V
20 kHz): 100 dB unweighted.
DC Output Offset (Shorted input): < ±5 mV. sensitivity,
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) at 1 watt, from
4/8 Ohm Operation: 20:1 (26 dB);
70V Operation: 50:1 (34 dB)
100V Operation: 71.4:1 (37 dB)
CTs 4200 Maximum Average Power
CTs 8200 Maximum Average Power Required AC Mains: 120V 60 Hz, 220/230/
Dual in watts with 0.1% THD. Dual in watts with 0.1% THD.
240V/50 Hz.
4 Channels Driven 1 kHz 20 Hz–20 kHz 8 Channels Driven 1 kHz 20 Hz–20 kHz
4-ohm (per ch.) 260W 215W 4-ohm (per ch.) 200W 175W Power Draw at Idle (120VAC mains, all channels
8-ohm (per ch.) 180W 190W 8-ohm (per ch.) 160W 155W
70V (per ch.) 220W 220W* 70V (per ch.) 200W 185W*
in 4/8 ohm mode): 58W.
1 Channel Driven 1 kHz 20 Hz–20 kHz 1 Channel Driven 1 kHz 20 Hz–20 kHz Power Draw at Idle (120VAC mains, all channels
4-ohm (per ch.) 270W 225W 4-ohm (per ch.) 270W 230W in 70V mode): 77W.
8-ohm (per ch.) 220W 210W 8-ohm (per ch.) 220W 220W
70V (per ch.) 250W 245W* 70V (per ch.) 250W 230W* Cooling: Continuously variable speed forced air,
Bridge-Mono Bridge-Mono
front-to-back airflow.
2 Channel-Pairs Driven 1 kHz 20 Hz–20 kHz 4 Channel-Pairs Driven 1 kHz 20 Hz–20 kHz Dimensions (Width, Height, Depth):
8-ohm (per ch. pair) 520W 430W 8-ohm (per ch. pair) 400W 350W
16-ohm (per ch. pair) 400W 380W 16-ohm (per ch. pair) 320W 310W CTs 4200: 19 in. (48.3 cm) W x 3.5 in. (8.9 cm)
100V (per ch. pair) 220W 220W* 100V (per ch. pair) 200W 185W* H x 16.25 in. (41.3 cm) D.
1 Channel-Pair Driven 1 kHz 20 Hz–20 kHz 1 Channel-Pair Driven 1 kHz 20 Hz–20 kHz
8-ohm (per ch. pair) 560W 450W 8-ohm (per ch. pair) 540W 460W CTs 8200: 19 in. (48.3 cm) W x 5.25 in. (13.3
16-ohm (per ch. pair) 440W 420W 16-ohm (per ch. pair) 440W 440W cm) H x 16.25 in. (41.3 cm) D.
100V (per ch. pair) 250W 245W* 100V (per ch. pair) 250W 230W*
* Constant Voltage full bandwidth power ratings support * Constant Voltage full bandwidth power ratings support
100Hz - 20kHz due to automatic High-Pass Filters. 100Hz - 20kHz due to automatic High-Pass Filters.

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 CTs Series
Multi-channel
Weight (Net, Shipping): Back Panel Controls and Connectors much heat and will have a chance to cool down.
CTs 4200: 27 lb 8 oz (12.5 kg), AC Power Cord Connector: IEC inlet, type 320; The degree of compression is proportional to the
32 lb (14.5 kg) 100/120VAC units: 15A; amount of overheating. If the channel becomes
220/230/240VAC units: 10A. too hot for safe operation even after full TLC
CTs 8200: 36 lb 6 oz (16.5 kg),
Voltage is indicated above IEC inlet. limiting, the channel will shut off, and the Thermal
47 lb (21.3 kg).
Output Connectors: One four-pole terminal strip Indicator for that channel will flash brightly to alert
for every two channels with touch-proof cover. the user that a state of thermal stress or overload
Front Panel Controls and Indicators has cause the channel to shut down.
Bridge Mode Indicator: Yellow LED, one per chan- Accepts up to 10 AWG terminal forks.
nel pair, illuminates when the channel pair’s Mode Accessory Panel: CTs 4200 accepts an optional FIT (Fault Isolation Topology): Isolates faults
Switch is set to the “Bridge” position. If Mode IQ-MC4A or VCA-MC4A module. CTs 8200 accepts within affected channels.
switch is changed while amplifier is powered up, an optional IQ-MC8 or VCA-MC8 module. Fault: If an amplifier channel requires service,
Bridge LED will flash, indicating that the amplifier Channel Level Controls: One 21-position detented the corresponding Fault indicator will illuminate
must be powered off and on to reset the Mode. rotary potentiometer per channel, ranging from to alert the user of this condition. If this occurs,
Ready Indicator: Green LED, one per channel, illu- infinity (–70 dB) to 0 dB attenuation. return the amplifier to the Crown factory or to an
minates when the channel is initialized and ready authorized Crown service center.
Input Connectors: Removable Phoenix-style bar-
to produce audio output. rier connectors for balanced input. 35-Hz High-Pass Filter: A fixed 35-Hz high-pass
Signal Indicator: Green LED, one per channel, illu- filter per channel pair is automatically inserted
Mode Switch: Used on each consecutive pair when the mode switch is set to either of the con-
minates to indicate the presence of input signals of channels, this four-position switch is used to
above –40 dBu. stant-voltage settings. The high-pass filter corner
select the amplifier’s mode of operation: Dual 8/4 frequency can be set to 70 Hz, or bypassed, with
Clip Indicator: Red LED, one per channel, illumi- ohms, Dual 70V, Bridge-Mono 16/8 ohms, and a service option.
nates when the THD of the channel’s output signal Bridge-Mono 100V.
rises to a level typically considered as the onset AC Under-/Over-Voltage Protection: If the AC
Cooling Vents: Front-to-rear forced airflow. line voltage varies out of an acceptable range, the
of audible clipping. The Clip Indicator also will
illuminate during Thermal Level Control (TLC) or Options amplifier’s power supply turns off and the blue
input overload. Control Modules: IQ-MC4A: IQ module for CTs Power LED flashes. The amplifier will turn back on
4200A; VCA-MC4A: VCA module for CTs 4200A. when the AC line voltage returns to safe operating
Thermal Indicator: Red LED, one per channel, levels.
IQ-MC8: IQ module for CTs 8200; VCA-MC8: VCA
flashes when a state of thermal stress or overload
module for CTs 8200. Under-Voltage Over-Voltage
has caused the channel to shut down. If the power Models
supply goes into thermal overload, all channel Wall-mount level control panels for use with VCA Limit Limit
LEDs will flash. module: 1-VCAP: Single-gang panel with 1 VCA 100VAC (CTs
channel volume control; 4-VCAP: Two-gang panel 90VAC 110VAC
Fault Indicator: Red LED, one per channel, flashes 8200 only)
with 4 VCA channel volume controls.
when a fault condition has occurred in the channel. 120 VAC units 108VAC 132VAC
T-170V: This is an autoformer that allows 100V
Ventilation Grille: Front-to-rear forced airflow. 220V/230V/240V
output from the amplifier, and allows other ampli- 198VAC 264VAC
Data Indicator: Yellow LED indicates IQ Loop data units
fiers without direct constant voltage output to be
activity (if the amplifier is equipped with an IQ-MC easily integrated into distributed systems. Power Fuse: A fuse protects the amplifier from
module, and connected to an IQ Loop). excessive AC current draw.
TP-170V: This is a rack-mountable panel with four
Power Indicator: Blue LED indicates amplifier has autoformers as described above. Inrush Limiting: A soft-start circuit in the power
been turned on and AC power is available. Indica- supply minimizes the amplifier’s current draw
tor also flashes if the amplifier shuts off due to an Protection Systems during power-on.
under-/over-voltage condition on the AC mains. Thermal Level Control (TLC): If an amplifier chan-
nel starts to overheat, the TLC circuit will engage Variable-speed Fan: Continuously variable speed
Power Switch: Amplifier is on when the switch is fan directs the airflow through the amplifier for
that channel’s input compressor. By compress-
in the IN position. cooling.
ing the input, the amplifier will not generate as

Crown’s Three-Year, No-Fault, Fully Transferable Warranty

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