Crestron C2N-AMP-4X100 User manual

The Crestron® C2N-AMP-4X100 and C2NI-AMP-4X100 are versatile and
cost-effective multiroom audio systems designed for small to
moderate-sized houses, condominiums, and businesses. Its integrated
multichannel power amplifier provides ample power for up to four rooms,
which can be expanded with additional C2N-AMP-4X100 units.
The C2N-AMP-4X100 and C2NI-AMP-4X100 are functionally identical.
For simplicity within this guide, the term “C2N-AMP-4X100 ” is used
except where noted.
In the Box
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Additional Items
6 Connector, 4-Pin (2003576)
4 Connector, 4-Pin, Right-Angle (2003584)
1 Label, Custom, Identification (4509950)
1 Label, Filler Strip, Cardstock, 3.9 in. x 0.4 in. (4509951)
C2N-AMP-4X100 Only
1 Power Cord, 6 ft 7 in. (2 m) (2001134)
C2NI-AMP-4X100 Only
1 Power Cord (varies by country)
Install
Refer to the Safety Instructions (Doc. 6607) prior to installation.
The C2N-AMP-4X100 is designed for placement on a table.
Place on a Table
Place the C2N-AMP-4X100 on a table or stack on top of another device.
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Connect
Connect the device as called out in the following illustrations. Connect power last.
WARNING: This amplifier is capable of delivering large amounts of undistorted power to the loudspeakers. Please use caution and adequate ear
protection if listening to content at high volume levels as continued exposure to high sound pressure levels can cause permanent hearing impairment
or loss.
CAUTION:
lKeep the device unplugged until all of the input, network, output, and speaker wiring is complete.
lCheck the speaker cables for shorts and frayed wiring around the SPEAKER OUTPUTS connectors.
C2N-AMP-4X100 rear panel
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C2N-AMP-4X100 front panel
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Connect Devices
The C2N-AMP-4X100 connects to a Crestron control system and Cresnet
devices over Cresnet.
NETPort
Connect the NETports to other Cresnet devices to communicate with a
Crestron control system over Cresnet. Each port is rated for 5 W of
Cresnet power.
LOOPTHRU Port
Connect the LOOPTHRUports to a Crestron control system or
additional C2N-AMP-4X100 units.
Connect Audio Sources
ANALOG SOURCES IN 1 - 6 receive unbalanced analog audio through
RCAconnectors.
Connect Audio Outputs
ANALOG SOURCES OUT 1 - 6
ANALOG SOURCES OUT 1 - 6 are paralleled with their respective inputs
for connection to additional C2N-AMP-4X100 units or external audio
preamplifiers or receivers through RCAconnectors.
SPEAKEROUTPUTS 1 - 4
Speakers outputs can be configured and wired for stereo, bridged stereo,
mono, or bridged mono operation. Each output's mode of operation is set
independently (unless it is part of a bridged pair) with Crestron
programming software such as SIMPLWindows. For details, refer to the
programming software's help file.
Stereo Operation
Use stereo operation to send a stereo signal to a speaker output with
separation of the left and right audio channels.
Connect a speaker output as shown for stereo operation.
Stereowiring
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Bridged Stereo Operation
Use bridged stereo operation to pair speaker outputs for use in
high-power applications (up to 150 W to an 8 ohm speaker) while
maintaining separation of the left and right audio input channels. The
C2N-AMP-4X100 can enable the following SPEAKER OUTPUT pairs for
bridged stereo operation.
lSPEAKEROUTPUT 1 paired with SPEAKEROUTPUT 2
lSPEAKEROUTPUT 3 paired with SPEAKEROUTPUT4
Connect a pair of speaker outputs as shown for bridged stereo output.
Bridged stereo wiring
NOTES:
lTwo adjacent room speaker outputs are required. SPEAKEROUTPUT
1 is paired with SPEAKEROUTPUT 2, while SPEAKEROUTPUT 3 is
paired with SPEAKEROUTPUT4.
lTo adjust the volume of a pair of bridged speaker outputs, select
ROOM1 for control of SPEAKEROUTPUTS 1 and 2, or select ROOM2
for control of speaker outputs 3 and 4. For instructions on adjusting
volume, refer to Adjust Room Volume.
Mono Operation
Use mono operation to sum the left and right input channels to a mono
signal that is sent to both channels of a speaker output.
Connect a speaker output as shown for mono operation.
Mono wiring
Bridged Mono Operation
When set for bridged mono operation, C2N-AMP-4X100 sums the left
and right input channels to a mono signal and sends the signal to both
channels of a paired speaker output for high-power applications (up to
150 W to an 8 ohm speaker). The C2N-AMP-4X100 can enable the
following SPEAKER OUTPUTpairs for bridged mono operation.
lSPEAKEROUTPUT 1 paired with SPEAKEROUTPUT 2
lSPEAKEROUTPUT 3 paired with SPEAKEROUTPUT4
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Connect a pair of speaker outputs as shown for bridged mono output.
Bridgedmono wiring
NOTES:
lTwo adjacent room speaker outputs are required. SPEAKEROUTPUT
1 is paired with SPEAKEROUTPUT 2, while SPEAKEROUTPUT 3 is
paired with SPEAKEROUTPUT4.
lTo adjust the volume of a pair of bridged speaker outputs, select
ROOM1 for control of SPEAKEROUTPUTS 1 and 2 or selectROOM2
for control of speaker outputs 3 and 4. For instructions on adjusting
volume, refer to Adjust Room Volume.
Label Buttons
The SOURCE and ROOMbuttons can be customized with the included
labels and label inserts.
1. Apply the peel-and-stick labels to the appropriate locations on the label
inserts.
NOTES:
lThe label locations must match the locations set in the
programming software.
lFor the best appearance, the labels should cover the white
guidelines on the label inserts.
2. Carefully slide the label inserts into the label slots.
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Operation
The C2N-AMP-4X100 can be controlled from the front panel.
Power
lMove the POWER switch to┃to turn on the C2N-AMP-4X100.
lMove the POWER switch to ;to turn off the C2N-AMP-4X100.
Status LEDs
lPWR:The PWR LEDindicates standby or booting up (amber), or
power (green).
lNET:The NETLEDindicates communication with a Cresnet system.
lFAULT:When lit, the FAULT LEDindicates a temperature, DC, or over
current fault condition.
Route Sources
Select sources and rooms to connect to the selected source. Multiple
rooms can be connected and disconnected from a source.
Select a Source
Press a SOURCE button. The associated SOURCE LED will light.
NOTE: If a room is already connected to the source, its associated
ROOMLEDwill light.
Connect a Room to a Source
With a source selected, press any ROOMbutton to connect it to the
source. The associated ROOMLED will light.
NOTES:
lIf SPEAKEROUTPUTS 1 and 2 are bridged, the ROOM 1 button and
LED act in unison with the ROOM 2 button and LED.
lIFSPEAKEROUTPUTS 3 and 4 are bridged, the ROOM 3 button and
LED act in unison with the ROOM 4 button and LED.
Disconnect a Room from a Source
Press a connected room's ROOMbutton to disconnect it from a source.
The associated ROOMLED will turn off.
Adjust Room Volume
The volume level of a room is adjusted by placing the room in the Volume
Control mode.
1. Press and hold the ROOMbutton of a connected room for 2 seconds
to enter the Volume Control mode.
2. Press ▲ or ▼ to raise or lower the volume level in 1 dB increments or
hold ▲ or ▼ to ramp the volume up or down in 1 dB/0.1 second
increments.
NOTE:If the maximum or minimum volume level is reached, all of the
LEDs will blink 3 times.
3. Press the ROOMbutton to exit the Volume Control mode.
NOTE:If ▲ or ▼ is not pressed for 10 seconds, the device will exit the
Volume Control mode.
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Visit the Product Page
Scan the QR code to visit the product page.
C2N-AMP-4X100
www.crestron.com/model/6505759
C2NI-AMP-4X100
www.crestron.com/model/6505760
Additional Information
For information on RoHS declarations for the C2N-AMP-4X100, refer to the
C2N-AMP-4X100 Notice (Doc. 8841).
Regulatory Models: C2N-AMP-4X100, C2NI-AMP-4X100
Original Instructions
The U.S. English version of this document is the original instructions.
All other languages are a translation of the original instructions.
Crestron product development software is licensed to Crestron dealers and Crestron
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Development Tools License Agreement. Crestron product operating system software is
licensed to Crestron dealers, CSPs, and end-users under a separate End-User License
Agreement. Both of these Agreements can be found on the Crestron website at
www.crestron.com/legal/software_license_agreement.
The product warranty can be found at www.crestron.com/warranty.
The specific patents that cover Crestron products are listed at
www.crestron.com/legal/patents.
Certain Crestron products contain open source software. For specific information, visit
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of Crestron Electronics, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Other
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©2020 Crestron Electronics, Inc.
Doc. 7288C
07/30/20
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