Crown Audio by Harman

Search:     Advanced search
Glossary
Knowledge Base / Amplifiers / What does ODEP stand for?


What does ODEP stand for?
ODEP stands for Output Device Emulator Protection. ODEP is an analog computer simulation of the output device thermal impedance . In layman's terms ODEP stores how much power the amplifier delivers to its load and its heatsink temperature. If the protection circuit determines that the output stage is being overstressed or cannot dissipate any further heat, then output stage drive is limited (Also see the FAQ, "What is TLC ?").
Others in this Category
document How do I wire my Speakon connector?
document What is Crown's warranty?
document I want to send my Crown amplifier to the factory for service. What should I do?
document What are PIP Modules?
document Which Crown amplifiers are IQ compatible?
document What is TLC?
document What is IOC?
document What is the CLIP Indicator on my amp telling me?
document Why the 20A and 30A AC connectors, and can I get an adapter to connect to a standard 15A outlet?
document What is the output power rating of my Crown amplifier?
document Can I run one channel of my Crown amplifier at a different impedance than the other channel?
document Should I have the level controls on my amplifier turned all the way up?
document How do I determine the best input sensitivity setting?
document How can I parallel the inputs of my Crown amplifier with the same signal?
document How much "inrush current" will my amp draw during turn on?
document How can I get rid of the noise in my system?
document What is Damping Factor?
document What gauge speaker wire should I use in my system?
document Should I use vented spaces between my amplifiers?
document How can I augment the cooling of my amplifier racks using external fans?
document Why are there so many different Crown amplifiers to choose from?
document What does 'VZ' stand for in the MA-3600VZ and MA-5002VZ amplifiers? What does it do?
document Should I use Bridge Mono or Parallel Mono?
document How do I set up my Crown amplifier to operate in Bridge-Mono?
document How do I set up my Crown amplifier to operate in Parallel-Mono?
document Which pin is hot (non-inverting) on a Crown amplifier?
document Where can I find retail prices for Crown products?
document Why does my CTs amplifier show 100% ODEP with USP2 and USP2/CN Cards?
document What are the compatibility issues I need to worry about with IQ-PIP modules?
document How do I purchase Crown Products?
document Isn't Class-I just like other amplifier classes?
document How does Crown measure power?
document If I use I-Tech and Macro-Tech to power a stack, do I have to worry about any delay or time alignment?
document What PIP modules are compatable with what amps?
document How do I update the firmware in my CDi, DSi, or XTi amplifier for use with System Architect?
Products

Amplifiers
Cinema
Commercial Audio
Installed Audio
Portable Public Address
Recording and Broadcast
Tour Sound
Discontinued Products		 Applications

Application Guides
Featured Systems
Industry Solutions
System Design Tools
System Diagrams		 Support

Videos
Downloads
Knowledge Base ("FAQ")
Product Registrations
Regulatory and Certifications
Service Information
Technical Support 		Community

Product Documentation
Press Room
U.S. Retail Pricing
Warranty Statement

© 2002 - 2012 Crown Audio, Inc.