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Crown DCi 8 Operation Manual

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DCi Series – Network Display Models
Obtaining Other Language Versions: To obtain information in another language about the use of this product, please contact your local Crown Distributor. If you need
assistance locating your local distributor, please contact Crown at 574-294-8000.
This manual does not include all of the details of design, production, or variations of the equipment. Nor does it cover every possible situation which may arise during
installation, operation or maintenance.
The information provided in this manual was deemed accurate as of the publication date. However, updates to this information may have occurred. To obtain the latest
version of this manual, please visit the Crown website at www.crownaudio.com.
Trademark Notice: Com-Tech, BCA, Crown, Crown Audio, Amcron and Multi-Mode are registered trademarks of Crown International. DriveCore, DriveCore Install, IQwic,
PIP and PIP2 are trademarks of Crown International. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
© 2014 by Harman International

Operation Manual

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  • Page 1: Operation Manual

    Crown website at www.crownaudio.com. Trademark Notice: Com-Tech, BCA, Crown, Crown Audio, Amcron and Multi-Mode are registered trademarks of Crown International. DriveCore, DriveCore Install, IQwic, PIP and PIP2 are trademarks of Crown International. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions. WATCH FOR THESE SYMBOLS: 2. Keep these instructions. The lightning bolt triangle is used to alert the user to the risk of electric shock. 3. Heed all warnings. The exclamation point triangle is used to alert the user to important 4.

  • Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Issued By: Harman International. 1718 W. Mishawaka Rd. Elkhart, IN 46517 U.S.A. European Representative’s Name and Address: David J. Budge 10 Harvest Close Yateley, GU46 6YS United Kingdom Equipment Type: Commercial Audio Power Amplifiers Family Name: DCi ND Model Names: DCi 8600N, DCi 4|1250N EMC Standards:...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Aux Port/Sleep/Amp Status ........................31 Advanced Operation .......................... 32 Signal Path ............................. 41 Protection System ..........................42 DCi Specifications ..........................43 Service ............................45 Warranty ............................47 Crown Audio Factory Service Information ....................48 Product Registration .......................... 49 Operation Manual page 4...

  • Page 5: Welcome

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Welcome Fault Signal Thank you for purchasing a new Crown DriveCore Install Network™ Series installation amplifier, one in a complete line of high-performance amplifiers based on exclusive DriveCore™ technology. DriveCore Install Network Series amplifiers are designed, engineered and manufactured to the industry’s highest quality standards, and provide system integrators with the advanced features and flexibility required for challenging 21 century installed sound applications.

  • Page 6: Installation

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Installation Unpacking Unpack your amplifier and inspect for any damage that may have occurred during transit. If damage is found, notify the shipping company immediately. Only you can initiate a claim for shipping damage, though Crown will be happy to help as needed. If the product arrived showing signs of damage, save the shipping carton for the shipper’s inspection.

  • Page 7: Front & Back Panel Features

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Front Panel Features Power Indicator (blue) Illuminates when the amplifier is ON and acceptable AC line voltage is present. LCD Screen Next-Prev-Menu/Exit Blinks when AC line voltage is outside ±10% Cooling Vent Grille Front Panel Control Shows enabled presets and range.

  • Page 8: Hardware Setup And Configuration

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Hardware Setup and Configuration Figure 3 Wire Input Connectors Crown recommends using pre-built or professionally wired balanced cables (two-conductor plus shield). Balanced wiring provides better rejection of unwanted noise and hum; however, unbalanced line may also be used. For more information, refer to the Crown Amplifier Application Guide, available online at www.crownaudio.com.

  • Page 9: Precautions

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Connect to AC Mains Connect your amplifier to the AC mains power source (power outlet) using the supplied AC power cord set. First, connect the IEC end of the cord set to the IEC connector on the amplifier;...

  • Page 10: Software Setup

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Software Setup Connect Loudspeakers and Configure for Loudspeaker Load Determine load impedances and power requirements Before making any connections, carefully check and review the total impedance for loudspeaker systems to be connected to each amplifier output. If multiple loudspeakers are connected to one output (in series, parallel or series-parallel) for Low-Z operation, be certain the total system impedance is within allowed specification for the output.

  • Page 11: Netsetter

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers NetSetter Introduction The Harman HiQnet NetSetter is a software tool which enables you to discover HiQnet devices and reconfigure network settings in real-time for each device. Its function is to configure a system of devices to interoperate correctly on the same network and resolve conflicts quickly and easily. NetSetter Window Figure 8 The top of the NetSetter page list overall operational functions that are available.

  • Page 12: Mac Address

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers At the bottom of the NetSetter window is an informational section that list the amount of discovered devices and the IP address of the DHCP Server. There is also information regarding the PC HiQnet Address, IP Address, and Subnet Mask. There are four buttons that perform the following functions: •...
  • Page 13 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers IP Address Displays the IP address of the discovered device A valid IP address may be edited inline. If the edited value scopes the device out of the current Display filter, it will not be visible. Devices discovered with a conflicting IP Address A discovered device with an IP Address that conflicts with one that has already been discovered will be displayed in red.
  • Page 14 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers • When the device is selected and highlighted in orange the field is represented in red. • The HiQnet address is not displayed, instead a dash is displayed as grayed out. Devices not discoverable at the IP level A device which is not discoverable at the IP level (invalid IP address etc) will not be able to report a HiQnet address.

  • Page 15: Device Type

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers HiQnet conflict - The ‘HiQnet conflict’ status is determined by the following conditions: • The device is discoverable at the MAC Address level. • The device has a valid and unique IP Address (manual or DHCP / Auto-IP). •...
  • Page 16 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Device Name The user-definable Device Name is displayed, as reported by the discovered device. • May be edited inline if you want to change the Device Name. • May not be edited for discovered PCs running an instance of HiQnet software. Devices not discoverable at the IP or HiQnet level A device which is not discoverable at the IP level (invalid IP address etc) or HiQnet address level (HiQnet address conflict etc) will not be able to report its Device Name.

  • Page 17: Offline/Online Operation

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Offline/Online Operation Audio Architect has two define modes of operation: Online and Offline. Offline operation allows the system to be configured without real time changes to the system. In this mode, changes have to be sent to the edited device. In Online mode, changes to amplifiers are made real time. When Audio Architect first opens, the Offline Design Tab is the ribbon presented, and the Device Toolbox appears on the left and an empty Properties window is at the bottom.
  • Page 18 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Each amplifier can be dragged into the room window. Each device will have a IP address listed on the left of the amplifier and a Name ID on the right on the amplifier. The Name ID can be edited in the properties menu at the bottom of the page.

  • Page 19: Software System Configuration

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Software System Configuration Amplifier Mode Settings Figure 14 (above) shows the DriveCore Install 2 channel configuration page. The 4 and 8 channel amplifier configuration pages have the same feature set. The DriveCore Install Network amplifier includes Digital Signal Processing (DSP), multiple input/output routing options and a comprehensive diagnostics feature set. All of these features can be adjusted in from the configuration page.
  • Page 20 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Software System Configuration Cascading Inputs Cascading the analog inputs, or "Y-ing channels" gives more flexibility to the installation of this amplifier (See Figure 16). One input can be used to drive some or all of the amplifier outputs.
  • Page 21 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Software System Configuration Bridge Mono Operation The DCi Network Display Series amplifier outputs can be bridged to increase the power and voltage available at the output of the amplifier. The amplifier can be bridged in the Amplifier Mode window.
  • Page 22 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Software System Configuration Low-Z (8, 4 or 2 Ohm) Output Operation Typical input and output wiring, along with Audio Architect software settings are shown in Figures 20 and 21. INPUTS: Connect the input with wiring in place for each channel.
  • Page 23 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Software System Configuration Bridge Mode (16, 8, or 4 Ohm) Output Operation Typical input and output wiring, along with software settings are shown in Figures 22 and 23. INPUT WIRING: If using analog inputs, it is only necessary to wire the odd number inputs.
  • Page 24 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Software System Configuration Dual Mode Hi-Z (70V/100V) Mode Typical input and output wiring, along with software settings are shown in Figures 24 and 25. A 35Hz high pass filter is selected automatically when the amplifier channel is in Hi-Z or Bridged Hi-Z mode.
  • Page 25 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Software System Configuration Bridge Mode Hi-Z (140V/200V) Typical input and output wiring, along with software settings are shown in Figures 26 and 27. INPUTS: Connect the input to the odd-numbered channels (1,3,5,7) only. Even-numbered inputs are disabled when the Bridge Mono mode is active.

  • Page 26: General Purpose In/Out Control Port

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers General Purpose In/Out Control Port DriveCore Install Network amplifiers come with a 2-in, 2-out General Purpose In/Out (GPIO) control port in the form of a 6 position RJ-11 connector. The Control Port has multiple functions and uses which include preset selection, and gain control among others.
  • Page 27 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers General Purpose In/Out Control Port Figure 28 Control Port Configuration Page. In the Venue Explorer, select and expand the device for a list of objects. Expand an object for a list of state variables (SV’s) within the object. A state variable can be added to the control port input assignment by clicking and dragging with the mouse into the “Parameter Assignment”...
  • Page 28 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers General Purpose In/Out Control Port Additional state variables can be added to a given control port input by selecting the SV and dragging on top of a previously assigned row of the desired input. However, once an SV has been assigned and the MODE has been set, any subsequent SV that is added must function in the same MODE.
  • Page 29 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers General Purpose In/Out Control Port Configuration of the Control Port Outputs 2 outputs: Binary only. • There is a polarity control on each output so that it may function as active-high or active-low. •...
  • Page 30 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers General Purpose In/Out Control Port Figure 31 Control Port Output Configuration. NOTE: that in all modes, the polarity of the binary output can be toggled under the OUTPUT POLARITY tab, where “Normal” or “Inverted” can be selected. Operation Manual page 30...

  • Page 31: Aux Port/Sleep/Amp Status

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Aux Port/Sleep/Amp Status AUX Port The AUX port can be used for basic monitoring of the amplifier and for remote standby. The port is a 3 pin block connector with pin-2 used as ground. Sleep The amplifier can be put to sleep by connecting pins 1 and 2 on the AUX port.

  • Page 32: Advanced Operation

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Advanced Operation Introduction Your DCi Network Display Series amplifier has a wide variety of onboard Digital Signal Processing (DSP). HiQnet Audio Architect software lets you adjust the DSP settings, such as filter slope, compression ratio, EQ frequency bands, and so on. A preset is a group of DSP settings that configure the amp for a specific application.
  • Page 33 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Advanced Operation Speaker Tunings Crown and JBL engineers have designed DriveCore Install DSP settings that are optimized for various JBL loudspeakers. Speaker tunings can be downloaded at the following website: www.jblpro.com. An improved speaker tuning approach has been developed for the DriveCore Install Network Series. The system is software library based rather than device preset based.
  • Page 34 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Advanced Operation Advanced STP functions are available to create/modify speaker tunings. Holding CTRL-ALT-SHFT while double-clicking the speaker tuning icon opens the advanced panel. See Figure 33. Figure 33 Advanced Speaker Tuning Panel The advanced panel includes every parameter implemented in a speaker tuning: 1.
  • Page 35 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Advanced Operation JBL Master Screen Array Library This library is included with Audio Architect at install. The tunings in this library were developed and validated against previous same tunings for Crown DSI amplifiers. It is read-only to prevent over-write.
  • Page 36 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Advanced Operation Software-Controllable Onboard DSP Crown DriveCore Install Network amplifier have Digital Signal Processing built into the amplifier. When you use an DriveCore Install Network amp, the loud speaker processors, crossovers, limiters and delays are in the onboard DSP – so discrete rack mount devices are not needed.
  • Page 37 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Advanced Operation Input Level, Faders, Mute, Link, I/O Level Meters, and Indicators Figure 35 This panel is on the left side of the DriveCore Install Network main control panel shown above. Channels 1, and 2 Level Controls set the input signal level of each channel. Each channel can be muted, and both faders can be linked with the Link button.
  • Page 38 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Advanced Operation Input Delay and Driver/Output Delay Input delay includes up to 2 seconds of delay. Output delay is typically used for driver alignment. Up to 0.1 seconds of output delay is provided. See Figure 36. Figure 36 Input/Output Equalization These screens let you adjust channel equalization for up to 8 frequencies.
  • Page 39 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Advanced Operation Crossover Filters The Crossover section lets you use infinite impulse response (IIR) Crossover filter. Each audio channel has three separate places where filters can be placed in the system: input EQ, Crossover, and Output EQ. Up to 16 EQ filters per channel are available, plus crossover filters.
  • Page 40 DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Advanced Operation LevelMax™ Suite This is a suite consisting of a peak voltage limiter, RMS power limiter, clip limiter and transducer thermal limiter. First you will set the mode to automatic or advanced: See Figure 39.

  • Page 41: Signal Path

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Signal Path Figure 40 Signal Path Operation Manual page 41...

  • Page 42: Protection System

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Protection System Thermal Indicator If the amplifier becomes too hot for safe operation, the channel that is generating too much heat will be shut down until the temperature drops below the thermal limit. The front-panel thermal indicator will illuminate at 80 degrees Celsius, indicating the onset of compression affecting the audio signal.

  • Page 43: Dci Specifications

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers DCi Specifications Dual-Mode - All Channels Driven DCi Model Channels 2 Ohms 4 Ohms 8 Ohms 16 Ohms 70Vrms 100Vrms 8|600ND 4|1250ND 1250 1250 1250 1250 1250 Minimum Guaranteed Power (20 Hz - 20 kHz) Bridge Mono Mode - All Channels Driven DCi Model 4 Ohm...

  • Page 44: Dci Specifications

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers DCi Specifications Performance Specifications 8|600ND 4|1250ND Frequency Response (8 Ohms, 20 Hz - 20kHz) ±0.25 dB AVB Signal to Noise Ration (ref. rated Power, >108 dB 8Ohm, 20 Hz - 20kHz Signal to Noise Ration (ref. rated Power, 8Ohm, >104 dB 20 Hz - 20kHz Total Harmonic Distortion (at full rated power,...

  • Page 45: Service

    Complete the Crown Audio Factory Service Information form, in the back of this manual, when returning a Crown product to the factory or authorized service center. The form must be included with your product inside the box or in a packing slip envelope securely attached to the outside of the shipping carton.
  • Page 46 5. Record the SRA number for future reference. The SRA number can be used to check the repair status. 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.

  • Page 47: Warranty

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Warranty 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.

  • Page 48: Crown Audio Factory Service Information

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers Crown Audio Factory Service Information Shipping Address: Crown Audio Factory Service, 1718 W. Mishawaka Rd., Elkhart, IN 46517 PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY SRA #: ______________________ (If sending product to Crown factory service.) Model: ______________________ Serial Number: _________________________ Purchase Date: ____________________...

  • Page 49: Product Registration

    DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers PRODUCT REGISTRATION Crown Audio, Inc. 1718 W. Mishawaka Rd. Elkhart, IN 46517-9439 Phone: 574-294-8000 Fax: 574-294-8329 www.crownaudio.com Warranty is only valid within the country in which the product is purchased. When this form is used to register your product, it may be mailed or faxed.

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