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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Emotiva X-Ref Series premium loudspeakers Contents Introduction ..................3 About This Manual ................4 Features .....................5 Unpacking...................6 The Emotiva X-Ref Series loudspeaker ..........7 Quick Start ..................8 Preparation ..................9 Speaker Placement ................11 Connections..................16 Configuration ..................19 Care and Maintenance ..............20 Specifications ...................21 Troubleshooting ................25 Emotiva Audio Corporation Limited Warranty ........26... - Page 4 Page 2...
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Page 5: Introduction
Of course we also humbly suggest that you consider pairing your Emotiva X-Ref Series loudspeakers with a set of our exceptional sounding, yet reasonably priced, source components and power amps. -
Page 6: About This Manual
About This Manual This manual will provide you with all the information you need to achieve great performance, accurate sound, and many years of reliable service from your X-Ref Series speakers. We suggest that you read through the entire manual; we kept things as short and direct as possible. -
Page 7: Features
• Integral decorative bases, add visual appeal and improve stability. Detachable carpet spikes are included for us on soft surfaces. • Nested Array™ driver alignment for enhanced off-axis frequency response and minimal lobing • Separate terminals for bi-amping or bi-wiring You can find more information about Emotiva’s X-Ref Series on our Web site at http://www.emotiva.com Page 5... -
Page 8: Unpacking
Your X-Ref Series loudspeakers were carefully packed and should reach you in perfect condition. If you notice any shipping damage or other issues when you unpack them, please contact Emotiva immediately. Gently remove your X-Ref loudspeakers from the packing carton and remove all wrappings and shipping material. -
Page 9: The Emotiva X-Ref Series Loudspeaker
The X-Ref Series Loudspeaker (model shown is the XRT-6.2 Tower) Nested Array™ driver alignment Proprietary Exclusive low- blended-pulp cone resonance long throw 1” silk dome tweeter mid/woofer Rear Panel Bi-amp terminal links Low-diffraction slot-loaded port Base Carpet spikes Page 7... -
Page 10: Quick Start
If you’re using your X-Ref Center/LCR Monitors as Centers, we suggest using the (optional) center stands offered by Emotiva. The stands are attractive, include foam pads to provide a secure non-slip base and protect against damage to the finish, and offer the option of tilting the speaker slightly up or down. -
Page 11: Preparation
Preparation Attaching the base (XRT Tower models only) Each X-Ref Tower model ships with an attractive base. The base is not only decorative, but makes the X-Ref Towers much more difficult to tip over, and provides a mounting place for the included carpet spikes if you choose to use them. We strongly urge all X-Ref Tower owners to use the bases. - Page 12 Attaching the mounting plate (XRS Surrounds only) The X-Ref Surrounds can be wall-mounted using the convenient (and included) mounting plate. The mounting plate is attached to the wall with screws or drywall fasteners; two screws are then inserted into the back of the XRS Surround. Do NOT screw the screws fully into the back of the speaker;...
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Page 13: Speaker Placement
Speaker Placement Speaker placement is often a compromise between optimum performance, personal preference, and site requirements. The following guidelines will serve as a starting point to help you decide where to place your X-Ref speakers to get the best sound. Remember that the “best”... - Page 14 The X-Ref Monitors usually work best when placed on stands or strong shelves at a height which places the listener’s ear level with the center of the speaker (between the tweeter and woofer). If your X-Ref Monitors are to be placed lower or higher than ear height, they may sound better if tilted slightly up or down.
- Page 15 If you are using one XRC as a Center Front speaker, then it will probably be mounted horizontally either above or below your screen. Emotiva offers a high quality stand for supporting the XRC Center/LCR Monitors when they are mounted horizontally, which includes a foam pad to prevent damage to your XRC’s finish, and applies a slight vertical...
- Page 16 The X-Ref Monitors are typically placed on stands or strong shelves, at a height which places the listener’s ear level with the center of the speaker (between the tweeter and woofer), and can be used as mains in a smaller system or as surrounds in a larger system. If your X-Ref Monitors are to be placed above or below ear height, they may sound better if tilted slightly up or down.
- Page 17 The figure on the previous page shows one suggested configuration for a fantastic surround-sound system. X-Ref XRT-6.2 Towers are used for the Front Left and Front Right speakers, positioned approximately in an equilateral triangle with the listening position, with the tweeters offset towards the center. An XRC-6.2 is used for the Front Center channel, placed on a stand on the shelf below the center of the screen, tilted upwards, with the tweeter offset towards the top.
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Page 18: Connections
If you use stranded cables, use care to avoid short circuits (from stray strands touching) • Emotiva offers very high quality pre-made speaker cables at reasonable prices (you will find them in the Interconnects section of our website at www.emotiva.com) Passive Bi-Amped Speaker Standard Speaker... - Page 19 Bi-wiring and passive bi-amping Most X-Ref loudspeakers offer removable bi-amp terminal links. By removing these links, you can access the high-frequency and low-frequency sections of the speaker separately and take advantage of the improvements in sound quality offered by bi-wiring or passive bi-amping.
- Page 20 Other configurations (some using different amps) are possible, but they are beyond the scope of this manual. If you have specific questions about various options, Emotiva Technical Support will be glad to help you.
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Page 21: Configuration
Configuration All of the X-Ref Tower and Center/LCR Monitor speakers are designed to be used full-range (although smaller members are limited in their maximum low-frequency output). The X-Ref Surrounds are, obviously, intended to be used mainly as surround speakers in a multi- channel system. -
Page 22: Care And Maintenance
Care and Maintenance Periodic Maintenance Your X-Ref loudspeakers require no periodic maintenance or calibration. Cleaning the Cabinet and Baffle • The cabinets of the X-Ref loudspeakers should normally be cleaned with a rag dampened with plain water. DO NOT spray water directly onto or into the speaker and DO NOT use abrasive or chemical cleaners. -
Page 23: Specifications
Specifications X-Ref XRT-6.2 Tower Frequency response: 40 Hz to 22 kHz +/- 2.5 dB Efficiency / Impedance: 88 dB/2.83V/1m; 4 ohms Input connectors: 5-way binding posts (gold plated with clear insulating covers) (two sets connected with terminal links - removable for bi-wiring or bi-amping) Driver complement: Two 6.5”... - Page 24 X-Ref XRC-6.2 Center/LCR Monitor Frequency response: 45 Hz to 22 kHz +/- 2.5 dB Efficiency / Impedance: 87 dB/2.83V/1m; 4 ohms Input connectors: 5-way binding posts (gold plated with clear insulating covers) (two sets connected with terminal links - removable for bi-wiring or bi-amping) Driver complement: Two 6.5”...
- Page 25 X-Ref XRM-6.1 Monitor Frequency response: 63 Hz to 22 kHz +/- 2.5 dB Efficiency / Impedance: 86 dB/2.83V/1m; 4 ohms Input connectors: 5-way binding posts (gold plated with clear insulating covers) Driver complement: One 6.5” blended pulp cone mid/woofer One 1” silk dome tweeter Bass alignment: Single, front-oriented, low-diffraction slot-loaded port Crossover:...
- Page 26 X-Ref XRS-4.1 Surround Frequency response: 100 Hz to 18 kHz +/- 3 dB Efficiency / Impedance: 85 dB/2.83V/1m; 5 ohms Input connectors: 5-way binding posts (gold plated with clear insulating covers) Driver complement: One 4” blended pulp cone mid/woofer One 1” silk dome tweeter Bass alignment: Single, front-oriented port Surround type:...
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Page 27: Troubleshooting
(mid/woofer or tweeter) in one speaker • Verify that your source is working (by connecting the speaker to a different channel) If the problem persists, please contact Emotiva Technical Support (where a real live human will be glad to help you) at: 615-790-6754 | 877-EMO-TECH (877-366-8324) -
Page 28: Emotiva Audio Corporation Limited Warranty
This limited warranty is freely transferable during the term of the warranty period. The warranty on Emotiva products is not valid if the original factory serial number has been removed, defaced, or replaced in any way. Damage to, or loss of any software or data residing on the product, is not covered. -
Page 29: Contact Information
Attn: Customer Service 135 Southeast Parkway Court Franklin, TN 37064 Note: To return items purchased through Emotiva for repair, warranty work, or refund you MUST call us at 1-877-EMO-TECH to obtain a Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Our Shipping Department will NOT accept packages unless they have a valid RMA number clearly indicated on the outside of the package. -
Page 30: Accessories
Center Stands for horizontal positioning Emotiva offers a high quality stand for supporting the X-Ref Center/LCR Monitors when they are mounted horizontally, which includes a foam pad to prevent damage to your XRC’s finish, and applies a slight vertical tilt to the speaker. The stands are finished in black lacquer and match the X-Ref Speakers perfectly. -
Page 31: Notes
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