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- Page 3 Important Safety Precautions and Explanation of Symbols The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important installation, operation, and service instructions in this manual. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltages within the enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock to the user.
- Page 4 The power cable for the BasX amplifier should be unplugged from the outlet during severe electrical storms, or when unused for a long period of time. Only replace the fuse(s) in the BasX amplifier with fuse(s) of proper value and voltage rating. The BASX should only be cleaned as directed in the manual.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Features ..........................5 Unpacking ..........................6 BasX A-800 Front Panel ....................7 BasX A-800 Rear Panel ....................8 BasX A-800 Channel Inputs and Outputs ............10 Care and Maintenance ....................12 Specifications ......................... 13 Troubleshooting ......................16 Emotiva Audio Corporation Three-Year Limited Warranty ......18 Accessories ........................ - Page 6 X A-800 Multi-Zone Power Amplifier Page 2...
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Page 7: Introduction
A pair of stereo bus inputs can be used to send the same source signal to each pair of channels, or each channel can be fed with its own individual input signal. The BasX A-800 is perfect for supplying audio to multiple sets of stereo speakers in different rooms or separate locations like a basement, patio, or kitchen. -
Page 8: About This Manual
About This Manual This manual will provide you with the information you need to get started enjoying your BasX A-800 Multi-Zone Power Amplifier. We suggest that you read through the entire manual; we kept things as short and direct as possible. -
Page 9: Features
The BasX A-800 can also be configured for manual power switching, or to turn on when it detects a trigger signal at its trigger input, or an audio signal at any of its audio inputs. -
Page 10: Unpacking
X A-800 Multi-Zone Power Amplifier Unpacking Your BasX A-800 multi-zone power amplifier was carefully packed and should reach you in perfect condition. If you notice any shipping damage or other issues when you unpack it, please contact Emotiva immediately. Gently remove your BasX A-800 power amp from the packing carton and remove all wrappings and shipping material. -
Page 11: Basx A-800 Front Panel
Standby and blue for On. Note: If the BasX A-800 is in Standby Mode, then pressing the Standby Button will turn it On. If the BasX A-800 is On, then pressing the Standby Button will return it to Standby Mode. Please see the BasX A-800 Power Mode Switch section for details about the various options available on the BasX A-800. -
Page 12: Basx A-800 Rear Panel
When the Power Mode Switch is set to Auto... when the rear panel AC Power Switch is set to On, the BasX A-800 will go into Standby Mode. The BasX A-800 will turn On when an audio signal is detected at any of the audio inputs. The BasX A-800 will remain On as long as an audio signal is present;... - Page 13 A-800 amplifier has detected. 6. AC Power Switch Switches the main AC power to the BasX A-800 power amp On and Off. When this switch is Off, no controls operate (the BasX A-800 cannot be turned on manually using the Standby Button, or triggered On automatically by the presence of a trigger signal or audio signal).
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Page 14: Basx A-800 Channel Inputs And Outputs
2. Speaker Terminals The speaker outputs on the BasX A-800 are heavy duty five-way binding posts, which accept a variety of speaker cables - including those with banana plugs, spade lugs, or bare ends. - Page 15 Zone. Note: In Bridge Mode, the minimum recommended speaker load for each bridged channel of the BasX A-800 is 8 ohms. Note: In Bridge Mode, the audio signal from the RIGHT input is used. (Use the Bus Switch to...
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Page 16: Care And Maintenance
If necessary, the BasX A-800 should be cleaned gently with a soft rag. • If something sticky gets on the front panel or case of the BasX A-800, it should be cleaned with a mild cleaning solution applied to a soft rag, followed by wiping with a clean rag dampened with plain water and drying with a soft dry rag or cloth. -
Page 17: Specifications
X A-800 Multi-Zone Power Amplifier Specifications Power Output Power Output Per Channel; TWO channels driven. 50 watts RMS / channel; 20 Hz to 20 kHz; THD < 0.03%; into 8 Ohms 80 watts RMS / channel; 20 Hz to 20 kHz; THD < 0.1%; into 4 Ohms Power Output Per Channel;... -
Page 18: Speaker Output Connections
X A-800 Multi-Zone Power Amplifier Speaker Output Connections Audiophile grade 5-way binding posts. Power Supply Linear power supply with heavy duty toroidal transformer. Input Sensitivity (for rated power; 8 Ohm load) 700 mV. Gain Individual channel mode: 29 dB. Bridged mode: 35 dB. Input Connections Unbalanced (RCA);... - Page 19 X A-800 Multi-Zone Power Amplifier Protection The BasX A-800 is protected against excessive operating temperature, shorted speaker connections, ground faults, and other common fault conditions. Dimensions: 17” wide x 4” high x 16” deep (unboxed; including feet). 17” wide x 3-1/2” high x 16” deep (unboxed; without feet).
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Page 20: Troubleshooting
Problem: The halo around the Standby Button is lit amber and your BasX A-800 fails to come on when triggered, or when an audio signal is present. Reason: Your BasX A-800 is in Standby Mode and should respond to a valid trigger signal or audio input signal. - Page 21 Problem: The halo around the Standby Button and the Status LEDs are lit blue but you are not hearing any audio. Reason: Your BasX A-800 amp is On, so either your BasX A-800 is not receiving an audio signal or your speakers are disconnected.
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Page 22: Emotiva Audio Corporation Three-Year Limited Warranty
The original owner must make a claim within the Term of the Warranty. A claim shall not be valid (and Emotiva has no obligation related to the claim) if it is not made within the Term and if it is not made in strict compliance with the requirements of the “How do you get service?”... - Page 23 365 days of the Term, Warrantor shall refund to you the purchase price that you paid for the Product; and (ii) if the claim was submitted after the first 365 days of the Term, Emotiva shall issue you a credit equal to the purchase price that you paid for the product. The credit may only be used for the purchase of merchandise from Emotiva, and cannot be used for freight charges.
- Page 24 What if my product is damaged on the way to you? Emotiva is not liable for damages that may incur while an item is in transport to us. Please purchase insurance when you ship your item. If your Product was not adequately packaged, we will refuse receipt and the damaged package will be returned to you at your cost.
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Page 25: Accessories
Using high-quality speaker cables and audio interconnects will ensure that you get the best sound quality and maximum reliability from your BasX A-800 and the speakers connected to it. Emotiva Audio offers high-quality speaker cables and audio interconnects that feature solid engineering, premium build quality, excellent performance, and reasonable cost. -
Page 26: Notes
X A-800 Multi-Zone Power Amplifier Notes All information contained in this manual is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication. In keeping with our policy of ongoing product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes to the design and features of our products without prior notice. User Manual Revision 1.0 February 2017 Page 22...