Emotiva X-Ref 10 User Manual Page 1

DSP Powered SubwooferUser Manual

Page 6UNBALANCEDSTEREO INPUTSMOVIE EQ TRIGGERPOWERThe X-Ref 10 DSP Powered SubwooferBack lit LCD status displayHigh-power 10 inch long-throw wooferRot

Page 7Quick StartTo get the most from your Emotiva X-Ref 10 DSP Powered Subwoofer, we strongly urge you to read the entire manual. If you just can’t w

Page 8About SubwoofersThe design of virtually all loudspeakers involves compromises; and producing large amounts of undistorted low bass is often dif

Page 9The DSP DifferenceAnalog circuits, while simple to design and implement, have several serious shortcomings. Not only is it difcult to set a kno

Page 10ConnectionsInputsTypically the balanced (XLR) input is used to connect the X-Ref 10 to the balanced output labelled “subwoofer” or “LFE” (low-f

Page 11Subwoofer PlacementDeciding where to place a subwoofer (or a pair of them) is often a compromise between practicality and acoustics. When selec

Page 12One method for choosing a location that produces very good results, although it’s a bit undignied, is to place the subwoofer temporarily in yo

Page 13The following suggestions are intended as guidelines to help you decide which locations to try for your X-Ref 10 DSP Powered Subwoofer(s):• Co

Page 14SystemCongurationConguring the X-Ref 10 for use with a home theater systemVirtually all home theater pre/processors and receivers include b

Page 15Conguring the X-Ref 10 for use with a combined stereo and home theater systemThere are several ways you can congure a combined stereo and hom

Page 16Conguring your system to work with your X-Ref 10 DSP Powered SubwooferNo special conguration of your system is required for it to work perfe

Page 17SubwooferCongurationandAdjustmentThe Emotiva X-Ref 10 includes an advanced DSP Management System, which is accessed via a push-to-engage ro

Page 18Emotiva X-Ref™ 10 DSP Powered Subwoofer Menu

Page 19OperationOnce you have decided upon a location for your X-Ref 10 DSP Powered Subwoofer, and connected and congured it and all associated equi

Page 20Care and MaintenancePeriodic maintenanceYour Emotiva X-Ref 10 DSP Powered Subwoofer is factory adjusted and requires no periodic maintenance.Cl

Page 21SpecicationsDriver complement: (1) 10 inch long-throw woofer with die-cast frame, Butyl rubber surround, and proprietary para-aramid blended 

Page 22TroubleshootingEmotiva’s X-Ref 10 DSP Powered Subwoofers are carefully designed and manufactured from high-quality precision components to ensu

Page 23Problem: No output at all• Verify that you really have no output, and that you should have output. (Subwoofers reproduce only very low freque

Page 24Emotiva Audio Corporation Limited WarrantyEmotiva Audio Corporation guarantees its products to be free from defective materials and/or workmans

Page 25Contact InformationEmotiva Phone Numbers615-790-6754 | 877-EMO-TECH (877-366-8324) Monday through Friday 8am - 5pm (Central Standard Time)Emoti

Important Safety Precautions and Explanation of SymbolsThe exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the prese

Page 26AccessoriesInterconnect cablesUsing high-quality interconnect cables will ensure that you get the best sound quality and maximum reliability fr

Page 27Notes

FCC Interference StatementNote: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 o

Page 1ContentsImportant Safety Precautions and Explanation of SymbolsIntroduction ...

Page 2IntroductionThank you for purchasing Emotiva’s X-Ref 10 DSP Powered Subwoofer. The X-Ref 10 DSP Powered Subwoofer was designed to deliver both t

Page 3About This ManualThis manual will provide you with all the information you need to get great performance, accurate sound, and many years of reli

Page 4FeaturesThe Emotiva X-Ref 10 DSP Powered Subwoofer, with its advanced DSP Management System, was designed to deliver impressive performance and

Page 5UnpackingYour Emotiva X-Ref 10 DSP Powered Subwoofer was carefully packed and should reach you in perfect condition. If you notice any shipping