Connecting A Powered Subwoofer - Emotiva RSP-1 User Manual

Connecting a Powered Subwoofer

When connecting a powered subwoofer in a traditional "2.1" configuration, the main difference is that the
built in amplifier of the powered subwoofer commonly has a variable on-board low pass filter. It is up to you
which filter you choose (either the one built into the RSP-1 or the one on the powered subwoofer), but USE
ONLY ONE of the low pass filters. Not knowing what the exact set point of the filter on the subwoofer is or if
the slope is identical, it would be unlikely that you could align the filters by ear and the results would then
be somewhat unpredictable.
Emotiva's suggestion is to use the low pass filter in the powered subwoofer if it is variable because you have
a little more control over the actual filter point. In that configuration be sure to select the BYPASS mode on
the LPF switch. For additional suggestions on utilizing a subwoofer (or multiple subwoofers) in your listening
room, see the Speaker Placement Tips section of this manual.
Although XLR connections are
shown, the same connection
comfiguration would apply to
RCA jacks if so chosen.
Please note - if you will use the crossover in
the powered subwoofer, it's recommended to
then switch the RSP-1 LPF to BYPASS.
This cable connects to
the input of a powered
subwoofer
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