The Crown Audio DriveCore Install 2|2400N 2400W Amplifieris a 2400W, 2-channel, BLU Link network amplifier with advanced features and flexibility that's required by system integrators for challenging 21st century installed sound applications.

The 2/2400N can produce up to 2400W of output per channel at 2, 4, 8 or 16 ohms or 70 or 100 volts rms. It is compatible with Harman's BLU Link digital audio transport and accepts digital inputs via its rear-panel RJ-45 connectors. This digital control allows for networked monitoring, recallable presets, and the setup of secondary inputs that engage if the primary inputs fail. The 2|2400N also has built-in DSP capabilities including limiting, input/output EQs, delay, and a matrix mixer.

Its two channels can be bridged for powering higher power applications such as a subwoofer. The 2|2400N also has channel-independent high- or low-impedance output that is selectable from the rear-panel DIP switches. This allows you to integrate the amplifier into a variety of different setups. Each of its 2 channels additionally features independent attenuators, ranging from 0 to -80 dB.

The front panel of the 2|2400N provides a series of system indicators, including level and signal, ready, clip, thermal, and fault alerts for quick visual monitoring of the system. The unit can be integrated into a control system for powering on and off as well as engaging its sleep mode for saving energy when not in use. The 2|2400N is rack-mountable and requires 2 RU of space. A 20A IEC power cord is included.

2400W per Channel    Network Monitoring    BLU Link Digital Audio & DSP    Rack-Mountable    Channel-Independent Hi-Z or Low-Z Output    Bridgeable Channel Pairs    Front-Panel Indicators    Channel-Independent Attenuators    Sleep Mode    Includes 20A IEC Power Cord

Monitoring, control, and audio manipulation are provided with the HiQnet protocol that's over standard TCP/IP. Remotely see how all networked DCi amplifiers are performing and control them as needed. In addition, this allows Audio Architect software and the Powered by Crown app to work with DCi amplifiers.

GPIO ports can be configured in many different ways, such as volume controls, recall presets, or to report errors to a master computer.

DSP includes LevelMAX limiters, input/output EQ, delay, matrix mixer, and speaker line monitoring.

You can use smaller-gauge wiring to drive the speakers using either 70 or 100Vrms. With no need for a step-up transformer at the output, the DCi produces audio more efficiently.

Drive either one or two speakers in low-Z mode, or literally hundreds of speakers in hi-Z mode (70 or 100 Vrms). This means design flexibility since DCi powers all loads on a channel-by-channel basis.

The DriveCore Install Series channels are bridgeable, even in 100Vrms mode, allowing them to be used to for higher-power applications like subwoofers.

The 2|2400N can be integrated into a control system for remote on/off control.

Efficient internal cooling fans provide airflow to the most heat-generating parts. Incorporating the fans into the amplifier brick design maximizes cooling while minimizing wasted energy and noise.

The 2|2400N automatically goes into sleep mode after 30 minutes of no input signal

The amp has built-in protection from excessive heat by applying gain reduction when necessary

Amplifier and loads are protected against shorted outputs, DC, mismatched

loads, overheating, overvoltage or undervoltage, and high-frequency overload

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How loud are the fans when playing at high volumes?

A: The fan used is specified at 28.3 db/A. An engineer at Crown did a test and was getting between 71 and 75 dB right at the fan, and about 45-55 dB at 1 meter. The test was done in a lab with multiple amps and DSPs running in the background as well; so the unit alone would be much quieter.

Q: 2. How does this compare to the xli800?

A: This XLS 1002 provides built in DSP, specifically a band pass filter per channel, an integrated crossover system, and limiters. As well, this amp also provides through connections for linking multiple amps together.

Q: 3. The ratings for output is that RMS watts?

A: No that is peak watts.

Q: 4. I saw in pics that it's has some kind of selector For 220v, it's multivoltage?thanks!

A: Unfortunately, the Crown Audio XLS 1002 does not feature a worldwide power supply. They come factory set to work in the region in which they have been sold to; in our case, North America. The marking in the back with the various voltage selections are just an indicator of the options available through crown, but are most definitely marked by region.

Q: 5. Can I use 2 of these for my Atmos speakers 4 speakers?

A: So long as your Atmos speakers were spec'd for a program power rating of 200 watts at 8 ohms per speaker, then yes this amp could work. To maintain 4 channel separation, you would want to run 2 amps for 4 speakers.

Q: 6. 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: 7. Is that 775watts at hz or khz?

A: Neither. The power rating for an amplifier is not related to the frequency response. The 775 Watt power rating for the Crown XLS 2502 Stereo Power Amplifier is for each channel when the amp is operating at 4 Ohms. This means the amp will deliver 775 Watts to each channel to drive a 4 Ohm speaker. The maximum power the amp can output will vary depending on the impedance of the speakers that are connected. With an 8 Ohm speaker the amp delivers 440 Watts per channel and with a 2 Ohm speaker the amp delivers 1200 Watts per channel. When speakers with lower impedance ratings are use the amp will deliver higher amounts of power.

Q: 8. How does this compare to the xls1002?

A: The XLS 1002 provides built in DSP, specifically a band pass filter per channel, an integrated crossover system, and limiters. This amp does not.

Q: 9. what will be the RMS wattage be with 6 ohm speakers, eg, cerwin vega xls 15 ?

A: Crown has not provided wattage ratings for 6 ohms, but they do list ratings for 4 and 8 ohms. We can use the specs listed for peak wattage to calculate RMS wattage at 4 and 8 ohms. 6 ohms is going to be right in the middle so you can get a better idea of how it would perform with your speaker. At 4 ohms, the XLS 2502 is rated at 775W per channel and 2400W bridged for peak power, which works out to approximately 550W per channel and 1700W bridged for RMS power at 4 ohms. At 8 ohms, the XLS 2502 is rated at 440W per channel and 1550W bridged for peak power, which works out to approximately 310W per channel and 1100W bridged for RMS power at 8 ohms.

Q: 10. Can I stack one on top of the other without heating problems?

A: It is recommended to leave at least 1u of space between amps to reduce potential overheating issues