Welcome - Crown DCi 8 Operation Manual

DriveCore Install Network Display Series Power Amplifiers

Welcome

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
DCiN Series amplifiers continue the unbroken Crown tradition of leadership in professional and commercial power amplifier technology.
Features
• Exclusive multi-patented DriveCore™ Technology – The patented DriveCore integrated circuit combines hundreds of
discrete circuits into one chip for better performance, lower power consumption and improved reliability.
• AVB Digital Audio Transport
• Configuration in HiQnet™ Audio Architect
• Programmable General Purpose Input/Output Control Port
• Digital Signal Processing
Input/Output EQ Filters
Crossover
Input/Output Delay
LevelMAX Limiters
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• Priority Input Router
• PFC Power Supply – The universal PFC Power Supply offers reduced current draw and provides industry leading efficiency.
• Monitoring and Control over TCP/IP
• Real time Continuous Loading Monitoring
• Power Saving Modes – Power consumption in sleep mode is approximately 1W.
• Adjustable Auto Standby
• Remote Power Off – Sleep mode is activated via AUX port.
• 70 V / 100 V Direct Drive – Each channel is individually selectable for Low-Z or High-Z operation.
• Advanced Protection Circuits – Amplifier and loads are protected against shorted outputs, DC,mismatched
loads, overheating, over- or under-voltage, and high frequency overload.
• Complies with Green Edge by Harman – Environmentally friendly practices in design, manufacturing, and packaging complement energy-efficient operation.
How to Use This Manual
This manual provides you with the necessary basic information to safely and correctly set up and operate your amplifier. However, it does not cover every aspect of
installation, setup, or operation that might occur under every condition. For additional information, please consult Crown's Amplifier Application Guide (available online at
www.crownaudio.com), Crown Technical Support, your system installer, or the retailer where this amplifier was purchased.
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