The Crown XLC 2800 is a powerful, compact, and highly efficient 2-channel amplifier designed specifically for cinema applications. Delivering 800W per channel at 4 ohms, it provides exceptional power and performance in a lightweight package, making it ideal for both cinema and installation markets. Featuring Crown's proprietary DriveCore Technology, the XLC 2800 significantly reduces amplifier size and increases energy efficiency without sacrificing sound quality. This advanced technology ensures that the XLC 2800 maintains the superior audio characteristics of Crown products while offering an affordable solution for high-performance sound systems.
The XLC 2800 is designed to seamlessly integrate with Crown's cinema monitoring systems, including the Crown Monitor and Crossover System CXM2000 for monitor, fault detection, and crossover functions, as well as the Crown Monitor System DSi-8M for basic monitoring. It can drive 2?, 4?, and 8? loads, offering exceptional flexibility for various speaker configurations, including the ability to support parallel connections of cinema surround speakers. The amplifier is equipped with rear-panel gain controls, allowing for precise adjustments to suit specific audio needs and optimize sound output for cinema environments.
This amplifier offers multiple input and output configurations, including stereo, parallel, and bridged modes, giving users the flexibility to configure the system for different sound applications. When operated in bridged mode, the XLC 2800 delivers a remarkable 2400W at 4?, making it powerful enough to handle larger speaker arrays or subwoofers with ease. In addition to its powerful performance, the XLC 2800 includes essential real-time diagnostic indicators for Power, Signal, Clip, and Fault, ensuring that operators can monitor system status at a glance and ensure consistent, reliable operation during use.
With a signal-to-noise ratio of over 103 dB, the XLC 2800 ensures that noise and distortion are kept to a minimum, even at high output levels, while the low total harmonic distortion of less than 0.5% ensures pristine audio clarity. Its high damping factor of over 200 ensures tight control over speaker drivers, especially in the low-frequency range, for accurate and detailed sound reproduction. The amplifier also features excellent crosstalk performance, with values exceeding 85 dB at 1 kHz and 55 dB at 20 kHz, preventing signal interference between channels for cleaner audio.
Designed for high performance and reliability, the Crown XLC 2800 incorporates robust input and output connectors, including 20kOhm balanced and 10kOhm unbalanced inputs, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of cinema audio systems. The amplifier's lightweight and compact form factor"just 13.2 lbs and with dimensions of 19 x 10.4 x 3.5 inches"makes it easy to install in tight spaces, while its durable construction ensures it can withstand the demands of professional cinema environments. Efficient forced-air cooling helps maintain stable performance even during extended periods of use, protecting the amplifier from thermal buildup and ensuring long-lasting reliability.
Overall, the Crown XLC 2800 is a versatile and cost-effective amplifier solution for cinema professionals, providing the power, sound quality, and reliability needed to deliver an exceptional audio experience in movie theaters and large venues.
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