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Emotiva XPA-2 User Manual

Emotiva XPA-2
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Emotiva XPA-2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency Response20 Hz to 20 kHz + / - 0.1 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)< 0.1%
Number of Channels2
Damping Factor> 500
Gain29 dB
Power Output (8 Ohms)300W
Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR)>100dB
Input Sensitivity1.5V
Input Impedance23.5 kOhms

Summary

Safety Precautions

NEC (National Electrical Code) Standards

Antenna Grounding Outside the House

Guidelines for grounding antenna systems to protect against voltage surges and lightning.

Thank You For Your Purchase

Emotiva X Series Amplifiers Overview

X Series Amplifier Features

Details the key features and design elements of the Emotiva X Series amplifiers.

Power Rating Note: 'Peak' vs. 'Continuous'

Explains the difference between peak and continuous power ratings in amplifiers.

Unpacking Your X Series Amplifier

Inventory

Lists the items included with your Emotiva X Series amplifier.

Front Panel Layout

Front Panel LED Display

Describes the function and status indications of the front panel LED display.

Front Panel Power Switch

Explains the operation of the front panel power switch and standby mode.

Back Panel Layouts

Negative Speaker Terminals

Details the 5-way binding posts for connecting speakers and polarity.

Meter/LED Status Selectors

Describes the selectors for controlling front panel status and meter LEDs.

Remote Trigger Input/Output

Explains the 3.5mm trigger connection for remote power control.

RCA Audio Input

Details the unbalanced RCA input for connecting preamplifiers or processors.

XPA-1 Back Panel Components

Balanced/Unbalanced Input Selection Switch

Switch to select between balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA inputs.

XLR/Balanced Audio Input

Details the balanced XLR input for connecting preamplifiers or processors.

Positive Speaker Terminals

Details the 5-way binding posts for connecting speakers and polarity.

IEC Power Cable Connection

Connection point for the amplifier's AC power cord.

Master Power Switch

The main rocker switch that controls the amplifier's primary power.

Voltage Indicator

Indicates the detected operating voltage (115V or 230V).

XPA-2 Back Panel

Remote Trigger Input

Allows remote power control via a 3.5mm mono audio cable.

Working LED Selector

Selector to turn the channel status LEDs on or off.

Meter LED Selector

Selector to turn the output meter LEDs on or off.

Right Channel XLR/Balanced Input

Balanced XLR input for the right audio channel.

Right Channel Balanced/Unbalanced Input Selector

Selects between RCA (Un-Bal) and XLR (Bal) input for the right channel.

Right Channel RCA /Unbalanced Input

Unbalanced RCA input for the right audio channel.

Bridged Configuration Selector

Enables bridging the two channels into a single monoblock amplifier.

XPA-2 Back Panel Continued

Left Channel RCA /Unbalanced Input

Unbalanced RCA input for the left audio channel.

Left Channel Balanced/Unbalanced Input Selector

Selects between RCA (Un-Bal) and XLR (Bal) input for the left channel.

Left Channel XLR/Balanced Input

Balanced XLR input for the left audio channel.

Left Channel Speaker Terminals

Speaker terminals for the left channel, accepting various wire types.

Right Channel Speaker Terminals

Speaker terminals for the right channel, accepting various wire types.

IEC Power Cable Connection

Connection point for the amplifier's AC power cord.

Master Power Switch

Main power switch to turn the amplifier on/off.

Voltage Indicator

Indicates the detected operating voltage (115V or 230V).

XPA-3 Back Panel

Status LED Selector

Selector to turn the channel status LEDs on or off.

Channel Three Balanced/Unbalanced Input Selector

Selects input type for Channel Three (RCA or XLR).

Channel Three RCA Audio Input

Unbalanced RCA input for the third audio channel.

Channel Three XLR/Balanced Input

Balanced XLR input for the third audio channel.

Channel Two Balanced/Unbalanced Input Selector

Selects input type for Channel Two (RCA or XLR).

Channel Two RCA Audio Input

Unbalanced RCA input for the second audio channel.

Channel Two XLR/Balanced Input

Balanced XLR input for the second audio channel.

Channel One Balanced/Unbalanced Input Selector

Selects input type for Channel One (RCA or XLR).

Channel One RCA Audio Input

Unbalanced RCA input for the first audio channel.

Channel One XLR/Balanced Input

Balanced XLR input for the first audio channel.

XPA-3 Back Panel Continued

Master Power Switch

Main power switch to turn the amplifier on/off.

Remote Trigger Input

Allows remote power control via a 3.5mm mono audio cable.

Channel Three Speaker Terminals

Speaker terminals for Channel Three.

Channel Two Speaker Terminals

Speaker terminals for Channel Two.

Channel One Speaker Terminals

Speaker terminals for Channel One.

IEC Power Cable Connection

Connection point for the amplifier's AC power cord.

Voltage Indicator

Indicates the detected operating voltage (115V or 230V).

XPA-5 Back Panel

Status Led Selector

Selector to turn the channel status LEDs on or off.

Channel Five Balanced/Unbalanced Input Selector

Selects input type for Channel Five (RCA or XLR).

Channel Five RCA Audio Input

Unbalanced RCA input for the fifth audio channel.

Channel Five XLR/Balanced Input

Balanced XLR input for the fifth audio channel.

Channel Four Balanced/Unbalanced Input Selector

Selects input type for Channel Four (RCA or XLR).

Channel Four RCA Audio Input

Unbalanced RCA input for the fourth audio channel.

Channel Four XLR/Balanced Input

Balanced XLR input for the fourth audio channel.

Channel Three Balanced/Unbalanced Input Selector

Selects input type for Channel Three (RCA or XLR).

Channel Three RCA Audio Input

Unbalanced RCA input for the third audio channel.

Channel Three XLR/Balanced Input

Balanced XLR input for the third audio channel.

Channel Two Balanced/Unbalanced Input Selector

Selects input type for Channel Two (RCA or XLR).

XPA-5 Back Panel Continued

Channel Two RCA Audio Input

Unbalanced RCA input for the second audio channel.

Channel Two XLR/Balanced Input

Balanced XLR input for the second audio channel.

Channel One Balanced/Unbalanced Input Selector

Selects input type for Channel One (RCA or XLR).

Channel One RCA Audio Input

Unbalanced RCA input for the first audio channel.

Channel One XLR/Balanced Input

Balanced XLR input for the first audio channel.

Master Power Switch

Main power switch to turn the amplifier on/off.

Remote Trigger Input

Allows remote power control via a 3.5mm mono audio cable.

Channel Five Speaker Terminals

Speaker terminals for Channel Five.

Channel Four Speaker Terminals

Speaker terminals for Channel Four.

Channel Three Speaker Terminals

Speaker terminals for Channel Three.

Channel Two Speaker Terminals

Speaker terminals for Channel Two.

Channel One Speaker Terminals

Speaker terminals for Channel One.

XPA-5 Back Panel Continued

IEC Power Cable Connection

Connection point for the amplifier's AC power cord.

Voltage Indicator

Indicates the detected operating voltage (115V or 230V).

Installation and Connections

AC Power Considerations

Guidance on electrical socket requirements and power distribution for the amplifier.

Surge Protection

Information on the amplifier's built-in overcurrent, undercurrent, and spike protection.

Physical Placement /Heat Considerations

Recommendations for optimal placement, ventilation, and heat management.

Installation and Connections Continued

Input Connection Considerations

Recommendations for using high-quality, shielded RCA or XLR cables.

Output Connection Considerations

Details on standard binding post connectors and wiring precautions.

Connection Tips for Superior Sound

Advice on making connections for optimal audio performance and system setup.

Connections Using a Multi-Channel Preamp/Processor with Speakers

Series and Parallel Speaker Connections

Series Connection

Explains how to connect speakers in series, end-to-end, for impedance management.

Series and Parallel Speaker Connections Continued

Parallel Connections

Details connecting speakers in parallel, creating multiple paths for audio signals.

Technical Note about Multiple Speaker Connections

Important advice on using identical speakers for multi-speaker configurations.

Troubleshooting Guide

No Sound (from one or more speakers connected to the amplifier)

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues where no audio is produced by speakers.

The amplifier shuts down often or the line circuit breaker trips often

Troubleshooting steps for amplifier shutdowns or circuit breaker trips.

Troubleshooting Guide Continued

Poor Bass Performance from Full Range Speakers

Diagnosing and fixing issues with weak or distorted bass response.

Turn-on and Turn-off Thumps

Methods to eliminate audible pops or thumps when powering the amplifier on/off.

"Hum" Noises in the Speakers

Identifying and resolving unwanted hum or noise in the audio output.

Troubleshooting Guide Continued

Other Probable Causes of Noise

Addresses additional potential sources of noise and interference.

One or more RED lights on the Front Panel are Blinking

Interpreting blinking red lights on the front panel indicating fault conditions.

Problems with the whole A/V System

Guidance for complex system-wide issues not solely related to the amplifier.

Technical Specifications

XPA-1 Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the Emotiva XPA-1 amplifier.

XPA-2 Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the Emotiva XPA-2 amplifier.

XPA-3 Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the Emotiva XPA-3 amplifier.

XPA-5 Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the Emotiva XPA-5 amplifier.

Limited Warranty

Service Assistance

Instructions for obtaining repair services, including RMA procedures.

Emotiva Disclosure

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