Emotiva XPA-1 Stereo Amplifier User Manual


 
Rear Panel Layout
RCA and XLR Audio Inputs
These inputs are for signal input
on the XPA-1. Simply
connect
preamplifier/processor or other
preamp level audio device.
Master Power Switch
This rocker switch provides the master power
for the XPA-1. After it is in the ON position, the
amplifier can be turned on manually from the
front panel switch or automatically with the
trigger input via 3.5mm input jack.
Remote Turn On Jack
This 3.5mm jack accepts a 5-12 volt input for
remote activation of the XPA-1. This mates
directly with the Emotiva processor trigger out.
If building your own cable, center is positive
and outer shield is negative.
Speaker Outputs (5 way Binding Posts)
These are the speaker outputs. The 5 way
binding posts accept stripped speaker wire,
banana plugs (single or dual), or spade
connectors. Be sure to observe correct polarity
when connecting speakers and be sure that
the wires do not touch between positive and
negative terminals.
Note: Potentially lethal voltages present! Never connect, disconnect
or modify speaker wiring with the amplifier turned on.
Power Receptacle
This is a standard IEC 2 prong power receptacle.
It is advised that this amplifier have a direct
connection to a wall outlet. Do not plug into a
“power strip”.
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the appropriate input to your