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- Page 1 USER’S GUIDE...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
NEC (National Electrical Code) Standards...6 A Note for the Cable Television (CATV) Installer ... 6 Antenna Grounding Outside the House ... 6 Thank You for your IPS-1 Purchase... 7 Unpacking the IPS-1... 8 Recording the Serial Number...8 Emotiva IPS-1 Integrated Power Amplifier... 9 Integrated Professional Power Amplifier Features ...9... - Page 3 Subwoofer Location ... 23 Troubleshooting Guide ... 25 No Sound (from one or more speakers connected to the IPS-1) ... 25 The amplifier shuts down often or the line fuse blows often ... 25 Poor Bass Performance From Full Range Speakers connected to the IPS-1... 26 Turn-on and turn-off thumps ...
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Page 4: Safety Precautions
• The Emotiva IPS-1 Amplifier should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block any ventilation openings; or placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase, cabinet, or closed equipment rack that may impede the flow of air through ventilation openings. - Page 5 The user should not attempt to service the IPS-1 Integrated Power Amplifier beyond the means de- scribed in this User’s Guide. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel. To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
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Page 6: Nec (National Electrical Code) Standards
NEC (National Electrical Code) Standards A Note for the Cable Television (CATV) Installer This reminder is to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical. -
Page 7: Thank You For Your Ips-1 Purchase
By employing cutting edge technology, the Emotiva IPS-1 easily delivers music signals to your speakers at powerful levels, while at the same time remaining as efficient as possible, regardless of volume levels. This allows you to fully enjoy audio and video sources without concern for dynamic headroom during complex musical passages and high level effects. -
Page 8: Unpacking The Ips-1
Gently lift out the unit and remove all the packing material and accessories. It is important to save all the packing materials and the box in case your Emotiva IPS-1 ever needs to be moved or shipped back to the factory for service. -
Page 9: Emotiva Ips-1 Integrated Power Amplifier
Emotiva IPS-1 Integrated Power Amplifier Integrated-Modular Power Amplifier Features • A true audiophile quality power amplifier • 150 Watts x 7 into 8 Ohms • 200 Watts x 7 into 4 Ohms • Completely stable into 2 ohm loads • Each channel features independent 250VA, low noise toroid power transformers w/ high speed rectifiers and low ESR 105°C filter capacitors... -
Page 10: Ips-1 Front Panel Features
IPS-1 Front Panel Features Power Button This turns the main power to the IPS-1 on or off. It is a main power button, but it is not required to turn this on and off each time the IPS-1 is used. When enabled, the... -
Page 11: Ips-1 Rear Panel Layout
IPS-1 Rear Panel Layout RCA Inputs The IPS-1 has one RCA input available for each amplifier channel module. Connect this to the corresponding RCA jack on your preamplifier to provide signal to the ampli- fier channel. See page 15 for a connection diagram. -
Page 12: Turn On Selector Switch
AC wall socket which is correctly con- figured with the voltage and current supply specified for the IPS-1. Do not plug this line cord into a power strip, it must plug directly into a wall socket. For more details on AC power considerations, see page 13. -
Page 13: Installation And Connections
@ 230 volts. It should be sufficient to allow the other devices such as preamplifiers and A/V source units to share a wall socket, but power amplifiers such as the IPS-1 and a video display (big screen TV or video projector) should be provided a SEPARATE electrical connection on a SEPARATE circuit. -
Page 14: Output Connection Considerations
Ensure Adequate Ventilation The Emotiva IPS-1 has the power amplifier components arragned in such a fashion to allow heat to rise off of the components and out through the top vents of the chassis. Bottom vents allow fresh air in to create a circulation of the heated air. -
Page 15: Connection Diagrams
This is the preferred method of activating the IPS-1. Alternatively, you could use the amplifier’s SIGNAL switch position. The amplifier will then automatically turn on when a preamp audio signal is received. -
Page 16: 12V Trigger Connections
VOID THE WARRANTY. If unable to use the trigger connection to activate the IPS-1, you could alternatively use the amplifier’s SIGNAL switch position. The amplifier will then au- tomatically turn on when a preamp audio signal is The trigger connection plug and turn-on selector received. -
Page 17: Series And Parallel Speaker Connections
Series and Parallel Speaker Connections Whenever connecting more than one speaker per channel to an amplifier (regardless of the brand), you must consider the way in which the amplifier will be impacted by adding the additional speaker(s). Additionally, speakers with dual voice coils also apply to this consideration. Two voice coils in a single speaker also cause different reactions from an amplifier depending on the way in which they connect to the amplifier. -
Page 18: Parallel
Parallel A parallel circuit is established when voice coils are connected in a way that there are multiple paths for audio signals to flow “in” and multiple paths for audio signals to flow “out”. When speakers are connected in parallel, the total resistance at the amplifier is proportionally divided based on the value of each individual voice coil resistance. -
Page 19: Flexible Ips-1 Applications
This example shows the IPS-1 with the companion MMC-1 preamplifier/processor used in a 5.1 and Zone 2 arrangement. If you are not intending to use side axis speakers in a 7.1 system, the IPS-1 amplifier is ideally suited for this configuration. -
Page 20: Speaker Placement Tips
Ultimately, this will give a much better result when you are enjoying your home theater and your new Emotiva IPS-1. Overall, the best placement for front speakers is where the sound is directed at ear level. This means that the speakers themselves can be in positions lower (like small floor standing speakers) or higher (like in-wall or in-ceiling speakers) as long as the sound is “pointed”... -
Page 21: The Front Speakers
Place LEFT, CENTER, and RIGHT main speakers at equal distances from the listening position. If you have a smaller TV, the speakers should be no more than two feet away from the sides of the TV. If possible, have the center, left and right speakers at the same height (within two feet). This will help give a smooth transition when sound effects move from speaker to speaker. -
Page 22: Side-Axis Speakers
Potential Side Axis Speaker Locations them, place these speakers along the side walls, close to the fronts. You can also angle them in towards your listening position for better results. You should not use a surround or effect speaker (such as a dipole) for side axis speakers. -
Page 23: Surround Back Speakers
As such, it’s important to understand correct subwoofer placement so that you get the most out of the other speakers connected to the IPS-1 Modular Power Amplifier. A subwoofer typically sounds best in a corner with at least 5 feet of wall to either side. - Page 24 Play a test tone or low bass music Walk around the room and see Place the subwoofer where the bass has the best in the listening performance. That’s where your position subwoofer belongs! Notice where in the room the bass output from the subwoofer sounds the loudest. Shut things down and install the subwoofer there.
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Page 25: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide The Emotiva IPS-1 is expertly designed and built to provide years of trouble-free performance. Most problems that occur can usually be solved by checking your setup or making sure that the audio and video components connected to the amplifier are on and fully operational. -
Page 26: Poor Bass Performance From Full Range Speakers Connected To The Ips-1
This problem is more than likely caused by a “ground loop” in your system, rather than a fault in the IPS-1. Follow these steps to isolate the main cause of the hum, there may even be more than one. Remember to turn off all components in your system, including the IPS-1, before disconnecting or connecting any cables. -
Page 27: Other Probable Causes Of Noise
• Try connecting your system to another AC socket on a separate line. • If the hum is heard from within the IPS-1 and not through the speakers, this may also be caused by interference on the AC or DC lines. The power transformers may turn this interference into an audible noise. -
Page 28: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications Rated Power Output: @ 1% THD 8 Ohms: @ 0.1% THD 8 Ohms: @ 1% THD 4 Ohms: @ 0.1% THD 4 Ohms: Frequency Response: +/- 0.1 dB: +/- 3 dB: Signal to Noise Ratio (Un-weighted): Distortion (THD): (20Hz-20kHz): 80kHz Measurement Bandwidth Damping Factor:... -
Page 29: Limited Warranty
As a result of this quality and craftsmanship, Emotiva offers the following warranty to owners of the IPS-1. Emotiva Audio warrants the IPS-1 to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of FIVE YEARS from the original date of purchase. The following items are excluded from, or will void this warranty: 1) Damage to the IPS-1 caused during shipment and handling. -
Page 30: Emotiva Disclosure
Emotiva Disclosure Copyright© 2006 Emotiva Audio Corporation All Rights Reserved. Emotiva reserves the right to make improvements to its products at any time. Therefore, the specifications of the product and the specific details of this manual are subject to change at any time. - Page 32 Emotiva 106 Mission Court, Suite 101 Franklin, TN 37067 Tel - (615) 771-1224 (877) EMO-TECH Fax - (615) 771-1128 Website - www.emotiva.com Rev 1.2 1/2007...