CROWN DCi 8|600DA - Eight-channel power amplifier, 600W @ 4Ω with Dante™ / AES67 networked audio

CROWN DCi 8|600DA – Eight-channel power amplifier, 600 W @ 4 Ω with Dante™/AES67 and 70 V/100 V (EN 54-16)

The CROWN DCi 8|600DA is a versatile , eight-channel, independent 600W per channel at 4Ω installation amplifier featuring Dante™/AES67 network audio transport, 70V and 100V compatibility without external transformers, and EN 54-16 compliance for voice alarm systems. Based on patented DriveCore® technology, it offers over 90% efficiency, variable speed forced cooling, and high-performance DSP with pre-configured JBL tuning. Its HiQnet™ over TCP/IP protocol enables remote monitoring and control, while programmable GPIO ports facilitate integration with automation and security systems.

Main features

• Eight channels of 600 W @ 4 Ω (600 W @ 8 Ω; 300 W @ 2 Ω) and 750 W bridged mono at 4 Ω
• Integrated Dante™/AES67 networking for up to 256 channels of audio and DSP over Ethernet
• Advanced DSP with parametric EQ, crossover, delay, LevelMAX™ limiters and JBL presets
• Constant voltage output 70 Vrms and 100 Vrms without external transformers
• Compliant with EN 54-16 for life safety and voice alarm applications
• Remote monitoring and control via HiQnet™ over TCP/IP
• Programmable GPIO ports for volume control, preset recall, and fault signaling
• Variable speed front-to-back forced cooling
• Universal power supply with active PFC 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
• 2 U rack format with dimensions 48.3 × 8.9 × 35.6 cm and weight 13.6 kg

Product benefits

• Simplified installation: Integrated Dante/AES67 eliminates additional cabling and transformations.
• High energy efficiency: DriveCore® and PFC reduce consumption and heat dissipation.
• Centralized control: HiQnet™ and programmable GPIO allow adjustment and monitoring from any location.
• Load Flexibility: Handles 2 Ω, 4 Ω, 8 Ω, 16 Ω, 70 V, and 100 V speakers on each channel.
• Safety guaranteed: EN 54-16 certified for voice evacuation systems.

Use cases

• Public address and voice evacuation systems in hotels, airports, and hospitals.
• Digital audio distribution in convention centers, auditoriums, and multipurpose rooms.
• Corporate and commercial installations requiring centralized management and networked audio.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How does it integrate with Dante Domain Manager? It supports Dante 4.0 for authentication and device management on Dante networks.
• What latency does it offer? Less than 1 ms on Dante/AES67 transport for perfect synchronization.
• Can settings be stored? Yes; up to 20 user-defined DSP presets.

Description for projects

8 × 600 W @ 4 Ω 2U rack amplifier, integrated Dante™/AES67, DSP with JBL presets, HiQnet™ TCP/IP, programmable GPIOs, 70 V/100 V, active PFC, front-to-back ventilation, 48.3 × 8.9 × 35.6 cm, 13.6 kg.