Crown VCA-MC4A User manual

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VCA-MC Series Operation Manual
VCA-MC8
1-VCAP 4-VCAP
135504-5
5/08
VCA-MC4A
©2008 Crown Audio®Inc., 1718 W. Mishawaka Rd., Elkhart, IN 46517-9439 U.S.A.
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The information furnished in this manual does not include all of the details of design, pro-
duction, or variations of the equipment. Nor does it cover every possible situation which
may arise during installation, operation or maintenance. If you need special assistance
beyond the scope of this manual, please contact Crown Technical Support.
Crown Technical Support
1718 W. Mishawaka Rd., Elkhart, Indiana 46517 U.S.A.
Phone: [phone] (North America, Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands) or 574-294-8200
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FCC COMPLIANCE NOTICE
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for com-
pliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equip-
ment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE!
WATCH FOR THIS SYMBOL. The exclamation point triangle is used to alert
the user to important oprating or maintenance instructions.

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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions .........................................................2
1 Welcome ...................................................... 5
1.1 VCA Module Features ........................................................ 6
1.2 1-VCAP Level Control Features .........................................6
1.3 4-VCAP Level Control Features .........................................6
2 How to Use This Manual .................................... 6
3 Setup
.......................................................... 7
3.1 Wiring to the 1-VCAP or 4-VCAP Wall-Mount Control ......7
3.2 Wiring Your Own Potentiometer ..........................................8
3.3 Wiring to an External Variable DC Voltage Source .............8
3.4 Bridge-Mono Wiring ..........................................................9
4 Operation ..................................................... 10
4.1 Operation Using the VCAP Wall-Mount Level Control ........ 10
4.1.1 Troubleshooting .........................................................11
4.2 Operation UsingYour Own Potentiometer or an
External 10 VDC Variable Source ........................................12
4.2.1 Troubleshooting .........................................................12
5 Theory of Operation ......................................... 13
6 Specifications ................................................ 14
7 Service . ...................................................... 15
7.1 International and Canada Service ........................................15
7.2 US Service ..........................................................................15
7.2.1 Service at a US Service Center ...................................15
7.2.2 Factory Service ...........................................................15
7.2.3 Factory Service Shipping Instructions ........................16
7.2.4 Packing Instructions....................................................16
7.2.5 Estimate Approval........................................................17
7.2.6 Payment of Non-Warranty Repairs...............................17
8 Warranty ...................................................... 18
Crown Factory Service Information Form ......................................21

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Illustrations
Figure 1.1 VCA-MC4A Module ..................................................... 5
Figure 1.2 VCA-MC8 Module .......................................................5
Figure 1.3 1-VCAP Wall-Mount Level Control ..............................5
Figure 1.4 4-VCAP Wall-Mount Level Control...............................5
Figure 3.1 Wiring the VCA Level Control to the VCA-MC module. 7
Figure 3.2 Wiring Your Own Potentiometer ................................... 8
Figure 3.3 Example Showing VCA1 and VCA2 Tied Together ........ 9
Figure 5.1 System Block Diagram ................................................ 13
Tables
Table 1. Attenuation per Detent of Crown VCAP Level Control........11

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1 Welcome
The VCA-MC (VCA multichannel module) is an optional accessory module for the CTs
4200 or CTs 8200 power amplifier. The module provides independent remote level control
for each channel. VCA-MC4A (Figure 1.1) is the VCA module for the CTs 4200. VCA-
MC8 (Figure 1.2) is the VCA module for the CTs 8200.
Four-pin removable Phoenix-style barrier connectors provide the +10 VDC control voltage,
ground, and control inputs for two amplifier channels. Thus, the 4-channel CTs 4200 uses
two connectors; the 8-channel CTs 8200 uses four connectors. The control inputs are
labeled VCA1 (for channel 1), VCA2 (for channel 2), and so on.
VCA-MC modules can be controlled in one of two ways:
• Optional Crown 1-VCAP or 4-VCAP wall-mount level controls
• An external control voltage of 0 to 10 VDC
1-VCAP: See Figure 1.3. Used in conjunction with a VCA-MC module, this is a single-
gang panel with one potentiometer that provides remote volume control for one or more
CTs amplifier channels. The potentiometer on the panel is wired directly to the VCA con-
nectors on the VCA-MC.
4-VCAP: See Figure 1.4. This is a two-gang panel with four potentiometers that provide
remote volume control for four or more CTs amplifier channels. The potentiometers on the
panel are wired directly to the VCA connectors on the VCA-MC.
Figure 1.3
1-VCAP Wall-Mount
Level Control
Figure 1.4
4-VCAP Wall-Mount
Level Control
Figure 1.1
VCA-MC4A Module
Figure 1.2
VCA-MC8 Module

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1.1 VCA Module Features
• Provides independent remote level control for each channel of a Crown CTs 4200 or CTs
8200 power amplifier.
• Four-pin removable Phoenix-style barrier connectors provide the +10 VDC control
voltage, ground, and control inputs for two amplifier channels.
• Can be controlled by Crown VCAP wall-mount level controls or external DC source
(0 to 10 VDC).
• Any number of control inputs can be electronically tied together to control several chan-
nels from one VCAP or 10VDC voltage source.
• 0 dB attenuation default. If nothing is connected to a control input, the VCA module
defaults to unity gain.
• VCA gain element is in series with amplifier attenuator, allowing the maximum gain of
the system to be set at the amplifier.
1.2 1-VCAP Level Control Features
• Provides remote volume control for one or more CTs amplifier channels.
1.3 4-VCAP Level Control Features
• Provides remote volume control for four or more CTs amplifier channels.
2 How to Use This Manual
This manual provides you with the necessary information to safely and correctly set up and
operate your amplifier accessory. It does not cover every aspect of installation, setup or
operation that might occur under every condition. For additional information, please con-
sult Crown’s Amplifier Application Guide (available online at www.crownaudio.com),
Crown Tech Support, your system installer or retailer.
We strongly recommend you read all instructions, warnings and cautions contained in this
manual. Also, for your protection, please send in your warranty registration card today, or
register online at www.crownaudio.com. And save your bill of sale—it’s your official proof
of purchase.

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3 Setup
It is important that you read and understand Section 4 “Operation” and Sec-
tion 5 “Theory of Operation” before completing the setup of the system. Seri-
ous damage may result to the loudspeakers if VCA operation is not well
understood.
The VCA-MC4A and VCA-MC8 can be controlled either by Crown VCAP wall-mount level
controls, by your own potentiometer, or by an external variable-voltage source (0-10 VDC).
3.1 Wiring to the 1-VCAP or 4-VCAP Wall-Mount Control
1. Install a single-gang junction box for the 1-VCAP or a double-gang junction box for the
4-VCAP. Run a cable between the junction box and the power amplifier, allowing some
slack on both ends. No cable is provided. CAT-5 cable will work fine, but Crown recom-
mends using standard twisted-pair shielded microphone cable.
2. See Figure 3.1. In this example, the twisted-pair HOT led is white; the twisted-pair COLD
lead is black. On the VCAP circuit board, pull out and turn over the removable barrier-
strip plug to expose the screws. Then connect the cable leads to the barrier-strip plug
from left to right as follows: COLD lead, HOT lead, Shield. The facing side of the VCAP
circuit board is labeled accordingly.
3. Turn over the barrier-strip plug and insert it into the socket in the VCAP level control.
4. Trap the cable under a wire tie inserted into the holes in the board as shown. Wire-tie
holes are also provided on 4-VCAP panels.
Figure 3.1 Wiring the
VCAP Level Control to the
VCA-MC Module

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5. Align a supplied barrier plug with the corresponding pins in the VCA-MC4A or
VCA-MC8 module. Attach the cable to the plug as follows:
Connect twisted-pair HOT lead to the VCA channel terminal(s) you want to control.
Connect twisted-pair COLD lead to the +10V terminal.
Connect cable shield to the GND terminal.
The pin labeled GND on the VCA module is connected directly to the internal ground of the
amplifier. NOTE: Do not connect this pin to any ground or extend it for any other
purpose.
In the VCAP wall-mount panel, do not connect the ground pin to the VCAP metal panel or
its junction box.
3.2 Wiring Your Own Potentiometer
You may use your own linear-taper potentiometer to control the VCA-MC module. We rec-
ommend using a 5 k ohm potentiometer; however, values up to 100 k ohms are acceptable.
A potentiometer near 100 k ohms may require an RFI bypass capacitor.
Wire the potentiometer as shown in Figure 3.2. Connect one end-terminal of the pot to the
power-supply ground and VCA ground; connect the other end-terminal to +10 VDC, and
connect the wiper to the VCA control input of your choice (VCA1, VCA2, and so on).
3.3 Wiring to an External Variable DC Voltage Source
The VCA-MC control input is the pin labeled VCA1, VCA2, and so on. It is possible to drive
the control input from an external voltage source such as a Crestron control system. Con-
nect a variable voltage source (0-10 VDC) between the ground pin and control input on the
MC-VCA module. No build-out resistance is required. DO NOT connect to the +10V pin.
The voltage range of the control input is 0 TO 10 VDC. If this range is
exceeded, proper operation is not guaranteed and damage may result to the
VCA card or amplifier.
It is not recommended to draw more than 20mA from the 10V supply. (20mA is approxi-
mately equivalent to having a 5 k ohm potentiometer connected to each channel of an 8-
channel amplifier. Crown-supplied VCAP panels are equipped with 5 k ohm potentiome-
ters). The 10V supply will survive a direct short.
Figure 3.2 Wiring Your Own Potentiometer

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VCA2
GND
SHIELD
+10V
VCA1
NOTE: When connecting your DC supply to the control pin and ground pin, be sure to avoid
ground loops. The control input filters out most AC voltages but a ground loop can modulate
the gain element of the VCA if the interference is of great enough amplitude.
3.4 Wiring for Multi-Channel Control
Often it is beneficial to control multiple amplifier channels with one control. For example,
some channels of the amplifier may be driving full-range loudspeakers, and other channels
driving subwoofers — all for the same room. In this case, it is convenient to control all of
those channels with the same control. Also, for correct operation when channels are bridged,
control inputs for the bridged channel pairs should always be wired together.
To electrically tie control inputs together, connect the control inputs of the channels together
with a jumper wire, as shown in Figure 3.3. Connect the tied combination to the VCAP wall
panel, or to the external voltage source.
It is recommended (but not mandatory) that the control inputs of bridged channels be electri-
cally tied together even if the VCA option is not used for that channel pair. Wire used to con-
nect two control inputs together should be as short as possible.
Figure 3.3 Example
Showing VCA1 and
VCA2 Tied Together

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4 Operation
4.1 Operation Using the VCAP Wall-Mount Level Control
1. Turn the amplifier's back panel attenuator fully counterclockwise (off).
2. Unplug the connections to the VCA-MC module if they have been previously installed.
Remember that each connector has two channels on it. Don't unplug the VCA control for
a channel that is in use, because full volume will be sent to that zone since the
VCA attenuation is 0dB when nothing is connected!
3. Turn on your audio source. Set its output level to the maximum value you expect to use it
at. You should not hear any sound yet.
4. Slowly turn the amplifier attenuator clockwise until the system's volume is at the maxi-
mum value you want it to operate at. (Remember to refer to the power rating of the speakers.)
If the sound from your speakers is distorted within the first several detents, consider
decreasing the output level of your audio source.
5. The volume limit of the system is now set. This volume limit is relative to the input level
you just used to set it. If the input level from the audio source increases, so will the output
level of the amplifier. The volume limit is not an absolute limiter.
6. Turn off the amplifier.
7. Plug the VCA control (potentiometer or independent 0-10V DC source) into the VCA-MC
module.
8. Turn the amplifier on.
The VCA level control can now be used to set the system volume at any level between off and
the “volume limit” you just set. See Table 1.

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TABLE 1. ATTENUATION PER DETENT OF CROWN VCAP LEVEL CONTROL
Set the VCAP panel knob to the desired attenuation according to the table below.
DETENT ATTENUATION DETENT ATTENUATION
0-69 16-31
1-69 17-29
2-67 18-26
3-65 19-24
4-62 20-21
5-59 21-19
6-56 22-16
7-52 23-14
8-51 24-11
9-48 25-9
10 -45 26 -6
11 -43 27 -4
12 -40 28 -1
13 -38 29 0
14 -36 30 0
15 -33
Detent 0 is full counterclockwise. Dentent 30 is full clockwise. Note: This table is for refer-
ence only. Actual attenuation may vary ± 1 dB.
4.1.1 Troubleshooting
If the amplifier gain does not respond to the wall-mount potentiometer, a miswire is sus-
pect. Check the pinout at both ends of the cable. Make sure that each potentiometer is wired
to the correct channel’s VCA control input (VCA1, VCA2, etc.). Check that the +10V and
ground connections are made properly.
If the operation of the VCA control is inverted (i.e., full volume when the control is full coun-
terclockwise), check the VCA control wiring (refer to Section 3).

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4.2 Operation Using Your Own Potentiometer or an External 10VDC Variable
Source
1. Turn the amplifier's back panel attenuator fully counterclockwise (off).
2. Unplug the connections to the VCA-MC module if they have been previously installed.
Remember that each connector has two channels on it. Don't unplug the VCA control
for a channel that is in use, because full volume will be sent to that zone since
the VCA attenuation is 0dB when nothing is connected!
3. Turn on your audio source. Set its output level to the maximum value you expect to use it
at. You should not hear any sound yet.
4. Slowly turn the amplifier attenuator clockwise until the system's volume is at the maxi-
mum value you want it to operate at. (Remember to refer to the power rating of the speak-
ers.) If the sound from your speakers is distorted within the first several detents, consider
decreasing the output level of your audio source.
5. The volume limit of the system is now set. This volume limit is relative to the input level
you just used to set it. If the input level from the audio source increases, so will the output
level of the amplifier. The volume limit is not an absolute limiter.
6. Turn off the amplifier.
7. Plug the VCA control (potentiometer or independent 0-10V DC source) into the VCA-MC
module.
8. Turn the amplifier on.
Using the potentiometer or the DC supply control, set the supply voltage to achieve the
desired attenuation according to the equation below:
Vc = Attn (dB) / (–7)
[Vc is the dc control voltage; Attn (dB) is the attenuation in decibels.]
0 VDC results in no attenuation (0 dB).
10 VDC results in full attenuation (–70 dB).
4.2.1 Troubleshooting
If the amplifier volume does not respond to the external DC supply, a miswire is suspect.
Check the pinout at both ends of the cable. Check that the +10V and ground connections are
made properly. If you are using an external 10VDC variable supply, make sure that the sup-
ply is switched on and is wired to the correct channel’s VCA control input (VCA1, VCA2,
etc.). If you are using your own potentiometer, check that it is wired as in Figure 3.2.
If the operation of the VCA control is inverted (i.e., full volume when the control is fully
counterclockwise), check the VCA control wiring (refer to Section 3).

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5 Theory of Operation
The amplifier attenuator and the VCA attenuator are in series (Figure 5.1). The gain of the
series combination is the sum of both attenuator settings. For example, if the amplifier
attenuator is set at –10 dB and the VCA attenuator is set at –33.3 dB, the total attenuation is
–43.3 dB. (See the CTs Multi-Channel Series Operation Manual for attenuation vs. detent of
the amplifier attenuator.)
Figure 5.1 System Block Diagram
This unique design allows the system designer to limit the power available to the user of
the VCA control. In the above example, the amplifier attenuator is set at –10dB. In this con-
figuration, the VCA control can vary the total amplifier gain only from a quiet –80dB to a
maximum of –10dB. This mode of operation keeps a novice user from turning up the sys-
tem too loud and damaging the loudspeakers.

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6 Specifications
VCA-MC4A
Pins: VCA, GND, +10V, VCA (x2)
Weight: 3.6 oz (102 g)
Dimensions:
Gain Module: 5-1/2" x 2-1/2" (14.0 cm x 6.4 cm)
Connector Break-Out: 5-15/16" x 1-1/2" (15 cm x 3.8 cm)
Control Voltage: 0 to +10VDC between GND and VCA
VCA-MC8
Pins: VCA, GND, +10V, VCA (x4)
Weight: 5.0 oz (142 g)
Dimensions:
Gain Module: 5-1/2" x 2-1/2" (14.0 cm x 6.4 cm)
Connector Break-Out: 5-15/16" x 1-1/2" (15 cm x 3.8 cm)
Control Voltage: 0 to +10VDC between GND and VCA
1-VCAP
Pins: VCA, GND, +10V
Weight: 3.0 oz (85 g)
Dimensions: 2-1/2" x 4-1/2" (6.4 cm x 11.4 cm)
4-VCAP
Pins: VCA, GND, +10V (x4)
Weight: 6.5 oz (184 g)
Dimensions: 4-1/2" x 4-1/2" (11.4 cm x 11.4 cm)

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We recommend that accessories requiring service be returned with the product in which
they are installed. Warranty is only valid within the country in which the product was pur-
chased. When sending in the amplifier and accessory, please refer to the amplifier service
section for more information. If you choose to have only the accessory serviced, please
follow instructions below
7.1 International and Canada Service
Service may be obtained from an authorized service center. (Contact your local Crown/
Amcron representative or our office for a list of authorized service centers.) To obtain ser-
vice, simply present the bill of sale as proof of purchase along with the defective unit to an
authorized service center. They will handle the necessary paperwork and repair.
Remember to transport your unit in the original factory pack.
7.2 US Service
Service may be obtained in one of two ways: from an authorized service center or from the
factory. You may choose either. It is important that you have your copy of the bill of sale as
your proof of purchase.
7.2.1 Service at a US Service Center
This method usually saves the most time and effort. Simply present your bill of sale along
with the defective unit to an authorized service center to obtain service. They will handle
the necessary paperwork and repair. Remember to transport the unit in the original factory
pack. A list of authorized service centers in your area can be obtained from Crown Factory
Service, or online from http://www.crownaudio.com/support/servcent.htm.
7.2.2 Factory Service
Crown accepts no responsibility for non-serviceable product that is sent to us for factory
repair. It is the owner’s responsibility to ensure that their product is serviceable prior to
sending it to the factory. Serviceable product list is available at http://crownweb.
crownintl.com/crownrma/. For more information, please contact us direct.
A Service Return Authorization (SRA) is required for product being sent to the factory for
repair. An SRA can be completed online at www.crownaudio.com/support/factserv.htm. If
you do not have access to the web, please call Crown’s Customer Service at 574.294.8200
or 800.342.6939 extension 8205.
For warranty service, we will pay for ground shipping both ways in the United States. Con-
tact Crown Customer Service to obtain prepaid shipping labels prior to sending the unit.
Or, if you prefer, you may prepay the cost of shipping, and Crown will reimburse you. Send
copies of the shipping receipts to Crown to receive reimbursement.
Your repaired unit will be returned via UPS ground. Please contact us if other arrange-
ments are required.
7 Service

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7 Service
7.2.3 Factory Service Shipping Instructions:
1. Service Return Authorization (SRA) is required for product being sent to the factory for
service. Please complete the SRA by going to
www.crownaudio.com/support/factserv.htm. If you do not have access to our website,
call 1.800.342.6939, extension 8205 and we'll create the SRA for you.
2. See packing instructions that follow.
3. Ship product to:
CROWN AUDIO FACTORY SERVICE
1718 W MISHAWKA RD.
ELKHART, IN 46517
4. Use a bold black marker and write the SRA number on three sides of the box.
5. Record the SRA number for future reference. The SRA number can be used to check
the repair status.
7.2.4 Packing Instructions
Important: These instructions must be followed. If they are not followed, Crown Audio,
Inc. assumes no responsibility for damaged goods and/or accessories that are sent with
your unit.
1. Fill out and include the Crown Audio Factory Service Information sheet in the back of
this manual.
2. Do not ship any accessories (manuals, cords, hardware, etc.) with your unit. These
items are not needed to service your product. We will not be responsible for these
items.
3. When shipping your Crown product, it is important that it has adequate protection. We
recommend you use the original pack material when returning the product for repair. If
you do not have the original box, please call Crown at 800.342.6939 or 574.294.8210
and order new pack material. (Do not ship your unit in a wood or metal cabinet.)
4. If you provide your own shipping pack, the minimum recommended requirements for
materials are as follows:
a. 200 P.S.I. burst test, Double-Wall carton that allows for 2-inch solid Styrofoam on all
six sides of unit or 3 inches of plastic bubble wrap on all six sides of unit.
b. Securely seal the package with an adequate carton sealing tape.
c. Do not use light boxes or “peanuts”. Damage caused by poor packaging will not be
covered under warranty.
5. Enclose the completed Crown Audio Factory Service Information form (or securely
attach it to the outside of carton) and re-seal the shipping pack with a sturdy carton
sealing tape.

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7 Service
7.2.5 Estimate Approval
Approval of estimate must be given within 30 days after being notified by Crown Audio Inc.
Units still in the possession of Crown after 30 days of the estimate will become the property
of Crown Audio Inc.
7.2.6 Payment of Non-Warranty Repairs
Payment on out-of-warranty repairs must be received within 30 days of the repair date.
Units unclaimed after 30 days become the property of Crown Audio Inc.
If you have any questions, please contact Crown Factory Service.
Crown Factory Service
1718 W. Mishawaka Rd.,
Elkhart, Indiana 46517 U.S.A.
Telephone:
574.294.8200
800.342.6939 (North America,
Puerto Rico, and Virgin Islands only)
Facsimile:
574.294.8301 (Technical Support)
574.294.8124 (Factory Service)
Internet:
http://www.crownaudio.com

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8 Warranty
UNITED STATES & CANADA
SUMMARY OF WARRANTY
Crown International, 1718 West Mishawaka Road, Elkhart, Indiana 46517-4095 U.S.A. warrants to you, the ORIGINAL PURCHASER
and ANY SUBSEQUENT OWNER of each NEW Crown product, for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase by the original
purchaser (the “warranty period”) that the new Crown product is free of defects in materials and workmanship. We further warrant the
new Crown product regardless of the reason for failure, except as excluded in this Warranty.
Warranty is only valid within the country in which the product was purchased.
ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM THIS CROWN WARRANTY
This Crown Warranty is in effect only for failure of a new Crown product which occurred within the Warranty Period. It does not cover
any product which has been damaged because of any intentional misuse, accident, negligence, or loss which is covered under any of
your insurance contracts. This Crown Warranty also does not extend to the new Crown product if the serial number has been defaced,
altered, or removed.
WHAT THE WARRANTOR WILL DO
We will remedy any defect, regardless of the reason for failure (except as excluded), by repair, replacement, or refund. We may not
elect refund unless you agree, or unless we are unable to provide replacement, and repair is not practical or cannot be timely made. If
a refund is elected, then you must make the defective or malfunctioning product available to us free and clear of all liens or other
encumbrances. The refund will be equal to the actual purchase price, not including interest, insurance, closing costs, and other
finance charges less a reasonable depreciation on the product from the date of original purchase. Warranty work can only be per-
formed at our authorized service centers or at the factory. Warranty work for some products can only be performed at our factory. We
will remedy the defect and ship the product from the service center or our factory within a reasonable time after receipt of the defective
product at our authorized service center or our factory. All expenses in remedying the defect, including surface shipping costs in the
United States, will be borne by us. (You must bear the expense of shipping the product between any foreign country and the port of
entry in the United States and all taxes, duties, and other customs fees for such foreign shipments.)
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE
You must notify us of your need for warranty service within the warranty period. All components must be shipped in a factory pack,
which, if needed, may be obtained from us free of charge. Corrective action will be taken within a reasonable time of the date of receipt
of the defective product by us or our authorized service center. If the repairs made by us or our authorized service center are not satis-
factory, notify us or our authorized service center immediately.
DISCLAIMER OF CONSEQUENTIAL & INCIDENTAL DAMAGES
YOU ARE NOT ENTITLED TO RECOVER FROM US ANY INCIDENTAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY DEFECT IN THE NEW
CROWN PRODUCT. THIS INCLUDES ANY DAMAGE TO ANOTHER PRODUCT OR PRODUCTS RESULTING FROM SUCH A DEFECT.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
WARRANTY ALTERATIONS
No person has the authority to enlarge, amend, or modify this Crown Warranty. This Crown Warranty is not extended by the length of
time which you are deprived of the use of the new Crown product. Repairs and replacement parts provided under the terms of this
Crown Warranty shall carry only the unexpired portion of this Crown Warranty.
DESIGN CHANGES
We reserve the right to change the design of any product from time to time without notice and with no obligation to make correspond-
ing changes in products previously manufactured.
LEGAL REMEDIES OF PURCHASER
THIS CROWN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM
STATE TO STATE. No action to enforce this Crown Warranty shall be commenced later than ninety (90) days after expiration of the
warranty period.
THIS STATEMENT OF WARRANTY SUPERSEDES ANY OTHERS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL FOR CROWN PRODUCTS. 12/01
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WORLDWIDE EXCEPT USA & CANADA
SUMMARY OF WARRANTY
Crown International, 1718 West Mishawaka Road, Elkhart, Indiana 46517-4095 U.S.A. warrants to you, the ORIGINAL PURCHASER
and ANY SUBSEQUENT OWNER of each NEW Crown1 product, for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase by the original
purchaser (the “warranty period”) that the new Crown product is free of defects in materials and workmanship, and we further warrant
the new Crown product regardless of the reason for failure, except as excluded in this Crown Warranty.
Warranty is only valid within the country in which the product was purchased.
1 Note: If your unit bears the name “Amcron,” please substitute it for the name “Crown” in this warranty.
ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM THIS CROWN WARRANTY
This Crown Warranty is in effect only for failure of a new Crown product which occurred within the Warranty Period. It does not cover
any product which has been damaged because of any intentional misuse, accident, negligence, or loss which is covered under any of
your insurance contracts. This Crown Warranty also does not extend to the new Crown product if the serial number has been defaced,
altered, or removed.
WHAT THE WARRANTOR WILL DO
We will remedy any defect, regardless of the reason for failure (except as excluded), by repair, replacement, or refund. We may not elect
refund unless you agree, or unless we are unable to provide replacement, and repair is not practical or cannot be timely made. If a
refund is elected, then you must make the defective or malfunctioning product available to us free and clear of all liens or other encum-
brances. The refund will be equal to the actual purchase price, not including interest, insurance, closing costs, and other finance
charges less a reasonable depreciation on the product from the date of original purchase. Warranty work can only be performed at our
authorized service centers. We will remedy the defect and ship the product from the service center within a reasonable time after receipt
of the defective product at our authorized service center.
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVlCE
You must notify us of your need for warranty service within the warranty period. All components must be shipped in a factory pack.
Corrective action will be taken within a reasonable time of the date of receipt of the defective product by our authorized service center.
If the repairs made by our authorized service center are not satisfactory, notify our authorized service center immediately.
DISCLAIMER OF CONSEQUENTIAL & INCIDENTAL DAMAGES
YOU ARE NOT ENTITLED TO RECOVER FROM US ANY INCIDENTAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY DEFECT IN THE NEW
CROWN PRODUCT. THIS INCLUDES ANY DAMAGE TO ANOTHER PRODUCT OR PRODUCTS RESULTING FROM SUCH A DEFECT.
WARRANTY ALTERATIONS
No person has the authority to enlarge, amend, or modify this Crown Warranty. This Crown Warranty is not extended by the length of
time which you are deprived of the use of the new Crown product. Repairs and replacement parts provided under the terms of this
Crown Warranty shall carry only the unexpired portion of this Crown Warranty.
DESIGN CHANGES
We reserve the right to change the design of any product from time to time without notice and with no obligation to make correspond-
ing changes in products previously manufactured.
LEGAL REMEDIES OF PURCHASER
No action to enforce this Crown Warranty shall be commenced later than ninety (90) days after expiration of the warranty period.
THIS STATEMENT OF WARRANTY SUPERSEDES ANY OTHERS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL FOR CROWN PRODUCTS.
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