The 300W Crown Audio CDi 2|300 2-Channel DriveCore Series Power Amplifier with BLU Link utilizes technology derived from the flagship Crown DriveCore Install series amplifiers, providing an impressive mix of high-performance, rich feature set, and competitive cost. The CDi DriveCore 2|300 offers streamlined functionality for most small- to medium-sized installation such as restaurants, retail stores, and more.

The DriveCore integrated circuit eliminates hundreds of components within the amplifier, reducing the variability of component values and increasing reliability, resulting in remarkable audio fidelity from an efficient design. The 2-channel amplifier is simple to use and includes a network control & monitoring, an advanced DSP circuit, and an easy-to-use, front-panel interface. The amplifier is equipped with two BLU Link RJ45 connectors, which can receive and send 256 fault-tolerant audio channels.

The amplifier is capable of driving up to 100Vrms speaker loads without requiring a transformer and comes pre-loaded with JBL speaker tunings to help make installations quicker and easier. The CDi 2|300 features an Ethernet port for using HARMAN's HiQnet Audio Architect software for configuration and operation over a standard TCP/IQ network. The rear panel includes terminal block inputs and barrier strip outputs.

DriveCore Technology    Remarkable Performance & Reliability    Supports HiQnet Audio Architect Software    Monitor & Control over Standard TCP/IP    Color LCD Panel for Control & Monitoring    Advanced DSP on Inputs & Outputs    Works with 70V & 100V Speakers    Universal Power Supply    2 Terminal Block Included    Included Power Cord

• DriveCore Technology: patented DriveCore integrated circuit combines hundreds of discrete circuits into one chip for better performance, lower power consumption, and improved reliability
• BLU link digital audio transport—up to 256 channels of digital audio over CAT 5e cabling
• Supports configuration and control using HiQnet Audio Architect
• Monitoring and control over TCP/IP
• Color LCD and front-panel user interface for amplifier configuration, control, and monitoring
• Programmable GPIO (general purpose input/output) control port
• Digital signal processing (input/output EQ filters, crossover, input/output delay, LevelMAX limiters)
• Support for importing of FIR filter coefficients
• 20 device presets—1 factory and 19 user
• 96 kHz/32-bit floating-point signal processing
• Universal power supply with PFC for reduced current draw and industry-leading efficiency
• Power saving modes
• Remote power off—Sleep mode activated via AUX port
• 70/100Vrms direct drive
• Each channel independently configurable for low z or high z operation
• Advanced protection circuits—amplifier and loads are protected against shorted outputs, DC, mismatched loads, overheating, over/undervoltage, and high-frequency overload
• Three-year, no-fault transferable warranty—your investment is fully protected
• Complies with GreenEdge by HARMAN—environmentally friendly practices in design, manufacturing, and packaging complement energy-efficient operation
• Support for BSS Audio Soundweb Contrio Ethernet wall controllers
• Included speaker tuning for various JBL speaker models

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Do the Crown amps come with an EU cord?

A: The Crown Audio DCI8300N 8-Channel DriveCore Install Series Network Amplifier (300W) comes with a single power cord in a standard 15A IEC NEMA 5-15 configuration. This is the common, 3-prong US power connection. An EU compatible cable is not supplied with purchase.

Q: 2. WHAT IS THE VOLTAGE OF THE CROWN XLI 2500 POWER AMPLIFIERS? THOMAS BROWN

A: The Crown Audio XLi 2500 Stereo Power Amplifier and the other Crown amps that we sell operate at 120 VAC, 60 Hz.

Q: 3. Do you hear the fans when all is quiet?

A: On the XLi series amplifiers the fans do operate when the unit is idle. They may even increase in speed once the unit reaches a specific operating temperature. I generally recommend the amplifiers be housed in a closed rack enclosure to mitigate fan noise if the unit is going to be housed in the listening space.

Q: 4. Does it have a fan? How noisy is it?

A: Yes, there are internal cooling fans included with the XLi 1500 that help to prevent the amp from overheating. The fans are fairly quiet, not noisy.

Q: 5. Is this Rms power or max power?

A: The wattage figures given for the Crown Audio XTi 4002 Power Amplifier are peak power levels, not RMS.

Q: 6. Would this be a suitable amp to power a subwoofer in a small home theater setup?

A: The Crown Audio XLi 1500 Stereo Power Amplifier could potentially be used in a home theater setup, as it has both SpeakOn and RCA power outputs. However, before choosing a power amplifier it is vital to check the wattage required by the speakers you want to power.

Q: 7. Can this handle a 2 Ohm load?

A: No it is not designed to handle anything below 4 Ohms.

Q: 8. Do these get alot heat?

A: It will get warm to touch which is normal: Internal heat sinks with forced air. Fan cooled, speed regulated, thermal protection

Q: 9. Can it be used for Bass amplification

A: Yes it can most definitely be used for bass amplification

Q: 10. Is the XLi 2500 a push/pull amplifier?

A: Yes. The Crown Audio XLi 2500 Stereo Power Amplifier uses Class AB circuitry, which has a push-pull output stage.