Emotiva XSP-1 User Manual - Max Start-Up Volume

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XSP-1

Differential Reference™ Mode

The internal circuitry in the XSP-1 is designed to provide a balanced fully differential signal 

path from input to output. This is the default operating mode for the XSP-1 when balanced 

inputs and outputs are used, the Frequency Trims are disengaged (Direct mode), and bass 

management is disabled (Main Outputs are set to Full Range).  

Max Start-up Volume

Normally, when the XSP-1 is turned On, it ramps up to the level which was selected when 

it was turned Off or put into Standby. This feature allows you to set a maximum limit on that 

level. With this feature engaged, when turned On the XSP-1 will start ramping up and stop 

at either the previously set level or the Max Start-up volume, whichever is lower.

Note: This only limits the level to which the XSP-1 will return when turned On. It does 

NOT prevent you from manually setting a higher Volume level.

To engage this feature, press the Mute button and hold it for about five seconds. The 

VFD will show Max Start-up Volume and the current setting. Change the setting using the 

Volume knob, then again press the Mute button to exit the set mode.

The Max Start-up Volume can be set independently for the Main Outputs and the 

Headphone Output.

Smart Mute

Pressing the Mute Button on the front panel (or the remote control) mutes the output of 

the XSP-1 (both the headphone and main outputs are muted). Pressing the Mute button 

a second time disengages the Mute function. If the Volume knob is turned clockwise 

(up) while Mute is engaged, Mute mode is also disengaged. If the Volume level is turned 

counter-clockwise (down) while Mute is engaged, the stored Volume setting is reduced 

(and displayed). When Mute is later disengaged, the Volume will return set to the new lower 

setting.

Note: If you suddenly encounter a very loud source, a handy shortcut is to press 

Mute, turn the Volume control down, then turn it back up to a comfortable listening 

level. (Mute is automatically disengaged when you start turning the Volume knob 

back up.)

Remote Control

The XSP-1 remote control has buttons that duplicate all of the buttons on the front panel. 

Volume control on the remote control is via the Volume (-) and Volume (+) buttons.