Crown DCI4X300DA – 4-Channel 300W Dante DriveCore Install Amplifier

Product Overview

The Crown DCI4X300DA is a four-channel, 300-watt-per-channel installation amplifier with integrated Dante and AES67 networked audio, designed for commercial AV systems deploying IP audio distribution across multi-zone installations. Part of Crown's DriveCore Install DA Series, the DCI4X300DA suits AV integrators specifying multi-zone networked amplification for distributed audio in conference centers, houses of worship, corporate campuses, and institutional facilities on Dante network infrastructure.

Product Description

The DCI4X300DA delivers 300 watts per channel across four channels with factory-integrated Dante audio input alongside analog XLR and AES3 inputs in a 1U rack chassis. The Dante module routes networked audio to any or all four amplifier input channels over a single Cat cable. Each channel supports 70V and 100V constant-voltage output as well as 4-ohm and 8-ohm low-impedance operation. Onboard per-channel DSP handles limiting, EQ, crossover, and delay. AES67 interoperability enables compatibility with non-Dante networked audio devices. HiQnet protocol supports integration with Harman AV control platforms.

Key Features

• Integrated Dante / AES67 — Four channels of networked audio over a single Cat cable from any Dante source.
• 300W per channel at 4Ω, four channels — 1200W total for multi-zone distributed audio in a 1U chassis.
• 70V/100V constant-voltage output — All channels support distributed speaker systems.
• Crown DriveCore technology — Integrated IC for thermal efficiency in permanent rack installations.
• Onboard DSP per channel — Limiting, EQ, crossover, and delay built in.
• AES67 interoperability mode — Compatible with non-Dante AES67 audio devices.
• HiQnet control — Integration with Harman centralized AV management.
• 1U rack-mount chassis — Four channels plus Dante in a space-efficient 1U footprint.
• Analog and AES3 backup inputs — Signal path redundancy per channel.
• Comprehensive protection — DC, thermal, and short-circuit protection on all channels.

Typical Applications

• Multi-zone conference center distributed audio on Dante networks
• House of worship fill and overflow speaker systems on Dante
• Corporate campus multi-zone background music on networked audio
• Government facility paging on Dante infrastructure
• University and institutional distributed audio
• Commercial facility multi-zone background music

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Can analog inputs be used as a fallback if Dante is unavailable?

Yes. Analog XLR and AES3 inputs are available per channel and can be configured as primary or backup sources.

Is AES67 interoperability supported?

Yes. Enabling AES67 mode allows the amplifier to receive audio from non-Dante AES67 devices on the network.

Does the DCI4X300DA require an external DSP processor?

Not for standard installations. Onboard DSP handles per-channel limiting, EQ, crossover, and delay.

What is the warranty?

Crown professional installation amplifiers carry a 3-year limited warranty. Contact Creation Networks for service information.