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Crown DCi 8|300N User Manual

Crown DCi 8|300N
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DCi 2|300N
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DCi Series – Network Input Models
Operation Manual
5032774 - 08/13

Questions and Answers:

Crown DCi 8|300N Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCrown
ModelDCi 8|300N
CategoryAmplifier
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Safety Symbols and Warnings

Alerts to electrical shock, important operating instructions, and magnetic field effects.

FCC Compliance Notice

Details compliance with FCC rules and interference guidelines.

Declaration of Conformity

Issuing Parties and Standards Compliance

Lists issuers, representatives, and relevant EMC/Safety standards.

Welcome and Manual Usage

Overview of DriveCore Install Network Series Features

Highlights key features of the DriveCore Install Network Series amplifiers.

Guidance on Utilizing the Operation Manual

Provides guidance on how to best utilize the operation manual.

Installation Procedures

Unpacking and Preparing for Installation

Instructions for unpacking and inspecting the amplifier for transit damage.

Amplifier Mounting and Cooling Requirements

Provides guidelines for physically installing the amplifier and ensuring adequate airflow.

Front Panel Features and Indicators

Front Panel Indicators and Controls Explanation

Explains the function of front panel LEDs like Fault, Thermal, Clip, etc.

Back Panel Features and Connectivity

Back Panel Ports and Connectors Overview

Details the various ports and connectors found on the amplifier's back panel.

Setup: Wiring Connections

Input Connector Wiring Guidance

Guidance on connecting input wires, including balanced and unbalanced types.

Output Connector Wiring Guidance

Recommendations for connecting output wires, including wire gauge and types.

Setup: Loudspeaker Connection and Configuration

Connecting Loudspeakers and Determining Load Requirements

How to connect loudspeakers and configure amplifier settings for them.

Configuring Amplifiers with HiQnet Audio Architect

Explains using HiQnet Audio Architect for amplifier setup and configuration.

Network Setup: NetSetter Introduction

NetSetter Software Overview and Interface

Introduces HiQnet NetSetter and describes its software interface.

NetSetter Display Filtering and Network Rescan

Describes filtering devices in the grid view and the network rescan function.

NetSetter: Device Configuration and Management

Exporting, Clearing, and Applying Network Edits

Explains exporting configuration, clearing edits, and applying changes.

NetSetter Grid Fields: MAC Address and DHCP/Auto-IP

Details the MAC Address field and DHCP/Auto-IP configuration options.

NetSetter: IP Address and HiQnet ID Configuration

IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway Settings

Explains IP address, subnet mask, and gateway fields and their editability.

Handling IP and HiQnet Address Conflicts

Describes how conflicting IP and HiQnet addresses are displayed and handled.

NetSetter: Device Status and Identification

Undiscoverable Devices and Random ID Assignment

Covers undiscoverable devices and assigning random HiQnet addresses.

Device Status Indicators: Discovered and Conflicts

Explains device status indicators like Discovered and IP/HiQnet conflicts.

NetSetter: Detailed Device Status

IP Conflict, HiQnet Conflict, and Locked Status

Defines the conditions for IP conflict, HiQnet conflict, and Locked status.

Device Type Identification and Undiscoverable Devices

Explains device type identification and how it appears for undiscoverable devices.

NetSetter: Device Naming and Location Features

Device Name and Container/Position Data

Explains the user-definable device name and container/position data fields.

Utilizing the Locate Function for Device Identification

Describes the Locate function for identifying devices on the network.

Audio Architect: Offline vs. Online Operation Modes

Understanding Offline and Online Modes

Explains the two operating modes: Offline for configuration, Online for real-time changes.

Matching, Editing, and Showing Device Information

Details device matching, editing functions (Undo/Redo), and displaying device info.

Sending and Receiving Device Data

Describes the process of sending and receiving device settings.

Audio Architect: Online Operation Details

Accessing Amplifier Control Panels in Offline Mode

How to access amplifier control panels and make offline adjustments.

Operating in Online Mode: Sending and Receiving Data

Describes operating in Online mode to send or receive amplifier settings.

Amplifier Configuration: Mode Settings

Adjusting Amplifier Mode Settings

Explains how to adjust various amplifier mode settings.

Selecting Hi-Z or Low-Z Output Operation

How to select Hi-Z or Low-Z operation for individual amplifier channels.

Amplifier Configuration: Input and Output Routing

Cascading Analog Inputs for Input Flexibility

How to cascade analog inputs to drive multiple amplifier outputs.

Amplifier Configuration: Bridge Mono Operation

Bridging Amplifier Outputs for Increased Power

How to bridge amplifier outputs to increase power and voltage availability.

Amplifier Configuration: Low Impedance Output Operation

Low-Z Output Wiring and Input/Output Connection Details

Typical wiring for low impedance output operation (8, 4, or 2 Ohm).

Amplifier Configuration: Bridge Mode Output Operation

Bridge Mode Wiring and Output Connection Details

Typical wiring for bridge mode output operation (16, 8, or 4 Ohm).

Amplifier Configuration: High Impedance Output Operation

Dual Mode Hi-Z (70V/100V) Operation Wiring and Settings

Wiring and settings for dual mode Hi-Z operation (70V/100V).

Amplifier Configuration: Bridge High Impedance Output Operation

Bridge Mode Hi-Z (140V/200V) Wiring and Settings

Wiring and settings for bridge mode Hi-Z operation (140V/200V).

System Setup: Power Connection and Precautions

Connecting the Amplifier to AC Mains Power

Instructions for safely connecting the amplifier to the AC power source.

Essential Operational Precautions and Warnings

Covers critical precautions for safe and optimal amplifier operation.

General Purpose In/Out (GPIO) Control Port

GPIO Hardware Specifications and Input Configuration

Details GPIO hardware specs and how to configure control port inputs.

Control Port Software Parameters Overview

Explains software parameters for control port input configuration.

GPIO Control Port: Input Configuration Details

Assigning State Variables (SVs) to Control Port Inputs

How to assign state variables to control port inputs via drag-and-drop.

Impact of SV Type on Mode Options

Explains how the type of assigned SV affects available mode options.

GPIO Control Port: Advanced Input Assignment

Adding Multiple State Variables to Control Port Inputs

How to add additional state variables to control port inputs.

GPIO Control Port: Output Configuration Modes

Control Port Output Modes: Manual, Error, and Status Reporting

Details Manual, Report Errors, and Report Online Status modes for outputs.

GPIO Control Port: Output Polarity Configuration

Toggling Binary Output Polarity Settings

Explains how to toggle the polarity of binary outputs between Normal and Inverted.

Aux Port Functions: Sleep and Status Monitoring

Utilizing the AUX Port for Sleep Mode Activation

How to put the amplifier into sleep mode by connecting pins on the AUX port.

Monitoring Amplifier Status via AUX Port

How to monitor amplifier status (optimal, off, or fault) via the AUX port.

BLU Link: Audio Bus Technology and Specifications

BLU Link Overview, Specifications, and Fault Tolerance

Describes BLU link as an audio bus, its specs, and fault tolerance.

Mastership Negotiation and Multi-Transport Integration

Explains mastership negotiation and combining BLU Link with other transports.

BLU Link: Routing and Indicator Functions

BLU Link LED Indicator Meanings

Explains the meaning of the green and orange LEDs on BLU link ports.

BLU Link Input Configuration and Signal Routing

How to configure BLU link inputs and route audio signals.

BLU Link: Input and Output Stream Assignment

Assigning BLU Link Input Channels to Amplifier Slots

How to assign BLU Link input channels to amplifier slots.

Configuring BLU Link Output Streams for Routing

How to configure BLU Link output streams for routing to amplifier channels.

BLU Link: Audio Source Flexibility and Latency

Using Analog Inputs with BLU Link for Flexibility

Explains the flexibility of using analog inputs with the BLU Link digital audio bus.

Understanding BLU Link Latency in DCi Amplifiers

Provides information on latency for different BLU Link audio paths.

Advanced Operation: DSP and Preset Management

Introduction to Onboard Digital Signal Processing (DSP)

Overview of the amplifier's onboard DSP capabilities controlled via software.

Amplifier Presets and Speaker Tuning Concepts

Discusses amplifier presets and the concept of speaker tunings.

Creating and Managing User-Defined Presets

Outlines the steps for creating, labeling, and saving custom user presets.

Advanced Operation: Speaker Tuning Features

JBL Speaker Tuning Library and System Benefits

Details the JBL Speaker Tuning Library and its advantages.

Basic Speaker Tuning Panel (STP) Functions

Explains the basic functions of the Speaker Tuning Panel: Recall, Store, Delete.

Advanced Operation: Speaker Tuning Panel Parameters

Accessing and Understanding Advanced STP Parameters

Details all parameters available in the advanced speaker tuning panel.

Advanced Operation: Speaker Tuning Library Management

JBL Master Screen Array Library Usage

Information on using the included JBL Master Screen Array Library.

Managing User-Defined Speaker Tuning Libraries

How to save and manage custom user-defined speaker tuning libraries.

Speaker Tuning Library File Locations and Naming Conventions

Specifies file paths and naming conventions for speaker tuning libraries.

Advanced Operation: DSP Control via Software

Software-Controllable Onboard DSP Capabilities

Details the DSP capabilities controlled via Audio Architect software.

DSP Control Panel Interface and Functions

Explains the DSP control panel interface and available functions.

Advanced Operation: Signal Monitoring and Indicators

Input and Output Signal Level Metering

Explains the green input and blue output signal level meters.

Understanding Front Panel Indicator Lights

Explains the meaning of various front panel indicator lights.

Advanced Operation: Input Signal Routing Configuration

Input Signal Router Functionality

How to select audio sources for each channel using the input signal router.

Analog and BLU Link Input Source Configuration

Configuration options for analog and BLU Link digital audio inputs.

Digital with Analog Backup and Analog Override Routing

Routing options for digital with analog backup and analog override.

Advanced Operation: Source Routing Configuration Details

Source Routing Setup and Quick Start Options

Details source routing setup and quick start selection buttons.

Adjusting Threshold, Attack, Release, and Depth Settings

Explains adjustment of Threshold, Attack, Release, and Depth of Cut settings.

Advanced Operation: Delay and Equalization Settings

Input Delay and Driver/Output Delay Adjustment

How to set input delay (up to 2s) and output delay (up to 0.1s) for driver alignment.

Input/Output Equalization (EQ) Adjustment

How to adjust channel equalization for up to 8 frequencies.

Advanced Operation: Crossover Filter Settings

Crossover Filter Types and Configuration Options

Details available IIR crossover filter types and their configuration.

Advanced Operation: Limiter Suite Functions

LevelMax™ Suite Overview and Modes

Overview of LevelMax suite: peak, RMS, clip, and thermal limiters.

Transducer Thermal Limiter Functionality and Settings

Explains how the thermal limiter protects speakers from overheating.

Per Channel Settings: Input Attenuator Adjustment

Using Channel Input Attenuators for Level Control

Explains the 21-position input attenuators for setting input level.

Protection System Features and Operation

Thermal, Fault, and High-Pass Filter Protection Mechanisms

Details thermal, fault, and auto high-pass filter protection.

Voltage, Fuse, Fan Cooling, and Power Supply Protection

Covers voltage, fuse, fan cooling, and power supply protection features.

Troubleshooting: Power Indicator and Thermal Issues

Troubleshooting Power Indicator Status

Steps to troubleshoot power indicator issues (off, flashing).

Troubleshooting Thermal Indicator Status

Steps to troubleshoot thermal indicator being on.

Troubleshooting Fault Indicator Status

Steps to troubleshoot fault indicator flashing.

Troubleshooting: Audio Quality and Signal Issues

Troubleshooting Distorted Sound Output

Steps to troubleshoot distorted audio output.

Troubleshooting No Sound Output Scenarios

Steps to troubleshoot scenarios where there is no sound.

Troubleshooting Sleep Mode and Ready LED Issues

Troubleshooting issues related to sleep mode and Ready LED status.

Troubleshooting: Input Signal and Bridge Status

Troubleshooting No Input Signal Conditions

Steps to troubleshoot when no input signal is detected.

Understanding Bridge LED Status

Explains the meaning of the Bridge LED being lit.

DCi Specifications: Power Output and Gain

Power Output Specifications for Dual and Bridge Modes

Power output specifications for dual-mode and bridge mono modes.

Voltage Gain and Input Sensitivity Specifications

Specifications for voltage gain and input sensitivity.

DCi Specifications: Physical and Performance Metrics

Physical Dimensions of DCi Network Models

Lists the physical dimensions (width, height, depth) of the DCi models.

Detailed Performance Specifications Summary

Comprehensive list of performance specifications for the amplifiers.

AC Power Draw and Thermal Dissipation: DCi 2|300N

DCi 2|300N Bridge Mode Power Consumption Data

Power draw and heat dissipation data for DCi 2|300N in bridge mode.

DCi 2|300N Dual Mode Power Consumption Data

Power draw and heat dissipation data for DCi 2|300N in dual mode.

AC Power Draw and Thermal Dissipation: DCi 2|600N

DCi 2|600N Bridge Mode Power Consumption Data

Power draw and heat dissipation data for DCi 2|600N in bridge mode.

DCi 2|600N Dual Mode Power Consumption Data

Power draw and heat dissipation data for DCi 2|600N in dual mode.

AC Power Draw and Thermal Dissipation: DCi 4|300N

DCi 4|300N Bridge Mode Power Consumption Data

Power draw and heat dissipation data for DCi 4|300N in bridge mode.

DCi 4|300N Dual Mode Power Consumption Data

Power draw and heat dissipation data for DCi 4|300N in dual mode.

AC Power Draw and Thermal Dissipation: DCi 4|600N

DCi 4|600N Bridge Mode Power Consumption Data

Power draw and heat dissipation data for DCi 4|600N in bridge mode.

DCi 4|600N Dual Mode Power Consumption Data

Power draw and heat dissipation data for DCi 4|600N in dual mode.

AC Power Draw and Thermal Dissipation: DCi 8|300N

DCi 8|300N Dual Mode Power Consumption Data

Power draw and heat dissipation data for DCi 8|300N in dual mode.

DCi 8|300N Bridge Mode Power Consumption Data

Power draw and heat dissipation data for DCi 8|300N in bridge mode.

AC Power Draw and Thermal Dissipation: DCi 8|600N

DCi 8|600N Bridge Mode Power Consumption Data

Power draw and heat dissipation data for DCi 8|600N in bridge mode.

DCi 8|600N Dual Mode Power Consumption Data

Power draw and heat dissipation data for DCi 8|600N in dual mode.

Service and Support Information

Amplifier Serviceability and Safety Warnings

Discusses amplifier reliability and warnings against user servicing.

Obtaining Service: US, Canada, and International Procedures

Outlines procedures for obtaining service in US, Canada, and international locations.

Factory Service Shipping Instructions and Authorization

Details requirements for shipping products for factory service.

Service Procedures: Packing and Payment Requirements

Critical Product Packing Instructions for Service

Provides essential instructions for packing products securely for service.

Payment Procedures for Non-Warranty Repairs

Details payment procedures for repairs not covered under warranty.

Product Warranty Information and Terms

Summary of Warranty Coverage and Exclusions

Summarizes warranty coverage and lists specific exclusions.

Warranty Service Process and Damage Disclaimers

Outlines warranty service process and disclaimers for damages.

Legal Rights, Warranty Alterations, and Design Changes

Covers legal rights, warranty alterations, and design change policies.

Crown Audio Factory Service Information Form

Product Return Information Fields

Fields for collecting essential product return details.

Payment Options and Credit Card Details

Sections for selecting payment options and providing credit card information.

Product Registration Process

Owner Information Entry for Registration

Fields for entering owner's contact information for product registration.

Product Information Entry for Registration

Fields for entering product model and serial number for registration.

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