Crestron C2NI-AMP-4X100 User manual

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quickstart guide
C2N(I)-AMP-4X100
www.crestron.com
888.273.7876 201.767.3400
Specifications subject to
change without notice.
C2N(I)-AMP-4X100
For Regulatory Compliance information, refer to the latest version
of Doc. 7289.
QUICKSTART DOC. 7288A (2032394, Sheet 1 of 2) 11.11
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Make the necessary connections as called out in the diagram below. Connect power last.
Hardware Hookup
NOTE: For double the power (into 8 ohm speakers only), SPEAKER
OUTPUTS 1 and 2 or SPEAKER OUTPUTS 3 and 4 can be bridged. For
example, the left speaker’s + and - terminals are connected to the two +
terminals of output #1 and the right speaker’s + and - terminals are connected
to the two + terminals of output #2. Refer to the diagram to the right.
To adjust volume when bridged, select ROOM 1 for SPEAKER OUTPUTS 1
and 2 or select ROOM 2 for SPEAKER OUTPUTS 3 and 4.
RM 1
RM 3
RM 2
RM 4
BRIDGE
8 OHMS ONLY +-
+-
L+-+-R L+-+-R
To Cresnet® Devices
NET
From AC power line
PWR
Tie to ground
G
From Unbalanced Stereo Line Level Audio
Outputs from Source Devices
ANALOG SOURCES (IN)
To Additional Amplifiers
ANALOG SOURCES (OUT)
NOTE: The 24 Volt lines on the NET ports of the amplifier are
limited to 300 mA.
To Loudspeakers
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
NON-BRIDGE
L+-+-R
+ - + -
LEFT RIGHT
NOTE: The C2NI-AMP-4X100 (International
version) requires a power cord that is
harmonized to the country’s national and local
electrical codes. Each inner wire in the cord
should be at least 18 AWG (0.75 mm2) and rated
for at least 300V. The temperature rating of the
cord should be at least 60º C. The cord length
should be 1.5 - 2 meters.
To Cresnet® Devices
LOOP THRU
2Attach the Labels
Use the included labels and inserts to prepare your C2N(I)-AMP-4X100:
1. Locate the SOURCE and ROOM label inserts included with your unit (SOURCE insert has space for six labels, ROOM insert has room for four labels).
2. Apply the peel-and-stick labels in the appropriate positions on the inserts, being careful to match label positions to what is configured in the programming software. For neatest appearance, when applying a label,
cover the white guidelines on the insert. First and last labels will cover one line each; labels in between will cover lines on their left and right sides.

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quickstart guide
C2N(I)-AMP-4X100
www.crestron.com
888.273.7876 201.767.3400
Specifications subject to
change without notice.
C2N(I)-AMP-4X100
For Regulatory Compliance information, refer to the latest version
of Doc. 7289.
QUICKSTART DOC. 7288A (2032394, Sheet 1 of 2) 11.11
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Use Crestron Toolbox™ for communicating with the C2N(I)-AMP-4X100; refer to the
Crestron Toolbox help file for details.
There is a single method of communication: Indirect communication.
NOTE: Required for setting the Net ID and loading firmware.
Establish Communication
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The NET port on the C2N(I)-AMP-4X100 connects to the control system via Cresnet:
1. Establish communication between the PC and the control system as described
in the latest version of the 2-Series Control Systems Reference Guide
(Doc. 6256) which is available from the Crestron® Web site
(www.crestron.com/manuals).
2. Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry for the
C2N(I)-AMP-4X100 using the expected communication protocol (indirect).
Select the Cresnet ID of the C2N(I)-AMP-4X100 as listed in section below
and the address book entry of the control system that is connected to the
C2N(I)-AMP-4X100.
3. Display the C2N(I)-AMP-4X100’s “System Info” window (click the icon);
communications are confirmed when the device information is displayed.
Indirect Communication
Cresnet
or USB
Serial ,
LAN
PC Running
Crestron Toolbox Control System C2N(I)-AMP-4X100
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The Net ID of the C2N(I)-AMP-4X100 has been factory set to 33. The Net IDs of
multiple C2N(I)-AMP-4X100 devices in the same system must be unique. The Net
ID may also be set from a personal computer (PC) via Crestron Toolbox (refer to
“Establish Communication” in section ).
Net ID
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Turn the Amplifier On or Off
To turn the amplifier on, move the front panel switch to the ON position.
To turn the amplifier off, move the front panel switch to the OFF position.
Select a Source
To select a source for distribution, press the desired SOURCE button. If a room is connected to the selected source,
its LED will light.
NOTE: If a room is in the Volume Control mode, pressing a SOURCE button will exit the room’s Volume Control
mode.
Select a Room
Once a source is selected, press any ROOM button that is to receive the selected source. The room will be
connected to the selected source and its LED will light.
To remove a room from the selected source, press the ROOM button of a connected room. The LED will turn off.
NOTE: If a room is in the Volume Control mode, pressing a ROOM button will exit the Volume Control mode.
NOTE: If the outputs of the C2N(I)-AMP-4X100 are bridged, the ROOM 1 button will act in unison with the ROOM 2
button and the ROOM 3 button will act in unison with the ROOM 4 button. Similarly, the ROOM 1 LED will act in
unison with the ROOM 2 LED and the ROOM 3 LED will act in unison with the ROOM 4 LED.
Volume Control Mode
The volume level of a connected room can be controlled when the room is in the Volume Control mode. To switch to
the Volume Control mode:
1. Press and hold the ROOM button of the room to be controlled for two seconds.
• Press j or k to change the volume in 1 dB increments.
• Hold j or k for more than one second, to ramp the volume up or down in 1 dB/0.1 second
increments.
If the maximum volume or minimum volume is reached, all front panel LEDs will blink three times.
2. Press the ROOM button again to exit the Volume Control mode.
If j or k is not pressed for 10 seconds, the amplifier will automatically exit the Volume
Control mode.
Operation

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quickstart guide
C2N(I)-AMP-4X100
www.crestron.com
888.273.7876 201.767.3400
Specifications subject to
change without notice.
C2N(I)-AMP-4X100
For Regulatory Compliance information, refer to the latest version
of Doc. 7289.
QUICKSTART DOC. 7288A (2032394, Sheet 2 of 2) 11.11
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6Dimensions
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13.64 in
(347 mm)
3.60 in
(92 mm)
16.89 in
(429 mm)
SPECIFICATION DETAILS
Audio
Controls
Volume Gain Range
Mute
Input Compensation
Bass Gain Range
Treble Gain Range
Frequency Response
S/N Ratio
THD + N
Stereo Separation
Power Requirements
Main Power
Available Network Power
Environmental
Temperature
Humidity
Dimensions
Height
Width
Depth
Weight
Volume, Balance, Bass, Treble, Loudness,
Mute, Mono, Input Compensation
-80dB to +20dB, 1 dB steps
-100dB (electronic)
±10dB
±12dB @ 100Hz, 2dB steps
±12dB @ 10kHz, 2 dB steps
20Hz to 20kHz ±1.0dB
103dB, 20Hz to 20kHz A-weighted
0.8%, 20Hz to 20kHz
>70dB
120 Volts AC, 60 Hz (C2N-AMP-4X100)
230 Volts AC, 50/60 Hz (C2NI-AMP-4X100)
5 Watts per each NET 1-4 connection (no
power on “Loop-Thru”); 24 Volts DC
41° to 122°F (5° to 50°C)
10% to 90% RH (non-condensing)
3.60 in (92 mm)
16.89 in (429 mm)
13.64 in (347 mm)
20.0 lb (9.0 kg)
7Specifications
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