Frequently Asked Questions - Crown USBX Operation Manual

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use more than one wireless iOS controller? Yes, but performance might be negatively impacted.
Crown has verified performance to be acceptable with 2x iOS controllers running on the same USBX
server.
How many amplifiers can I connect to the USB port on USBX? Up to 8.
Can I hook multiple units together via wired Ethernet? Yes. Each USBX can serve up to 8 amplifiers,
then multiple USBX units can be connected to an Ethernet router.
Can I connect to other amps wirelessly through the USBX? No. USBX is designed as a server, not a
wireless access point.
How do I configure the wireless SSID and PW and other network settings? This is generally for
advanced users but there are settings in Powered by Crown and in Audio Architect which allow
adjustment of all relevant network settings.
What version of Powered by Crown works with USBX? Version 2.0 and above.
Can I update amplifier firmware thru USBX? No.
How do I set HIQNET address on the connected amplifiers? Amplifier HiQnet addresses can be set
via Powered by Crown – the recommendation is to turn on and address one device at a time since
duplicate addresses can cause communication conflicts. HiQnet addresses can also be set via SA/AA
HiQnet addresses can also be set from the amplifier front panel on XTi/CDi/DSi:
• Press all three buttons
• Press up/next (right button) until address displayed
• Press set (left button)
• Press up/down (right or middle buttons) to select address
• Press set (left button) to store the new address.
• Do not power down for at least 10sec so the address can be stored.
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