Table of Contents
Safety Precautions 3
NEC (National Electrical Code) Standards 5
A Note for the Cable Television (CATV) Installer 5
Antenna Grounding Outside the House 5
Thank You for your BPA-1 Purchase 6
Unpacking the BPA-1 7
Recording the Serial Number 7
Emotiva BPA-1 Power Amplier 8
Professional Power Amplifier Features 8
Front Panel Layout 8
Rear Panel Layout 9
Connection Diagrams 10
Stereo Connection 10
Bridged Subwoofer Connection 10
Bridged Dual Mono Connection 11
Daisy Chained BPA-1 Amplifiers 11
Troubleshooting Guide 12
No Sound (from one or more speakers connected to the BPA-1) 12
The amplifier shuts down unexpectedly 12
Poor Bass Performance From Full Range Speakers connected to the BPA-1 12
Turn-on and turn-off thumps 12
“Hum” Noises in the Speakers 13
Other Probable Causes of Noise 13
Problems with the whole A/V System 13
BPA-1 Technical Specications 14
Limited Warranty 15
Service Assistance for the BPA-1 15
Emotiva Disclosure 15
Safety Precautions
Read this User’s Guide thoroughly before attempting to install and configure the Emotiva BPA-1
Power Amplifier. All the safety and operation instructions should be read before any operation of the
component(s) begin. After successful installation and configuration of the Emotiva BPA-1 Power Amplifier, be sure to retain this manual in a safe place for any future reference needs.
All warnings on the Emotiva BPA-1 Power Amplifier and in these operating instructions should be followed. Safety is a key component to a long lasting and trouble free installation. The vast majority of
the subsequent safety precautions involve simple common sense. If you are not comfortable with the
installation of audio/video entertainment equipment, it will be to your benefit to seek the services of a
qualified installation professional.
NEVER use the BPA-1 Power Amplifier near water such as a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc. There is a risk
of electric shock to your body and permanent damage to the equipment. Electric shock
may result in permanent bodily injury or death.
The Emotiva BPA-1 Power Amplifier should be situated so that its location or installation position
does not interfere with proper ventilation. The Emotiva BPA-1 Power 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. If installed in a closed equipment rack for custom installations, be sure
to add forced air ventilation so that it has adequate air circulation. The Emotiva BPA-1 Power Amplifier should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, or any other devices which produce
heat.
The Emotiva BPA-1 Power Amplifier should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in this User’s Guide and what is labeled on the BPA-1 component. Power supply cords should
be routed so that they are not in high foot traffic areas or pinched by items placed upon or against
them, paying particular attention to cords at the wall plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they connect into the BPA-1 Power Amplifier. The power cord of the BPA-1 Power Amplifier
should be unplugged from the outlet when unused for a long period of time. When it’s time for cleaning the Emotiva BPA-1 Power Amplifier, it should be cleaned only as recommended in this User’s
Guide. Never spray liquids directly into the component’s vent openings. Care should be taken so that
small objects do not fall into the inside of the BPA-1 Power Amplifier.
The following situations require your Emotiva BPA-1 Power Amplifier is serviced only by qualified
service personnel:
1. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
2. Objects have fallen, or liquid has spilled into the component; or
3. The BPA-1 has been exposed to rain; or
4. The BPA-1 does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in
performance; or
5. The BPA-1 has been dropped, or its enclosure or chassis is damaged.
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Owner’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.
Pour preevenir les chocs electriques ne pas utiliser cette f che polarises avec un prolongateur, un prise de courant ou une autre sortie de courant, sauf si les lames peuvent
titre inserees a fond sans laisser aucune parIIIe a decouvert.
Grounding or Polarization — Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or polarization
means of the component is not defeated.
This apparatus does not exceed the Class A/Class B (whichever is applicable) limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
ATTENTION — Le present appareil numerique n’emet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant las
limites applicables aux appareils numeriques de class A/de class B (selon le cas) prescrites dans le
reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicts par les ministere des communications du Canada.
For questions regarding service, please contact:
Toll Free - (877) EMO-TECH
Website - www.emotivaaudio.com
If you purchased your unit through AV123 and have service questions, please contact:
AV123 Toll Free - (877) 543-7500
2150 W. 6th Ave, Suite L Website - www.av123.com
Broomfield, CO 80020 e-mail - info@av123.com
WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO
WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA
PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET
POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.
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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.
Antenna Grounding Outside the House
If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to
provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the leadin wire to an antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode. See diagram below.
Always observe proper antenna or satellite dish grounding techniques. When lightning strikes
there is always the possibility that your antenna or dish (mounted high on the roof) can
become a conduit for lightning and electrically damage any equipment to which it’s connected.
Additionally, proper grounding offers safety to the people using the audio/video system in the
event of an electrical problem.
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