Emotiva UPA-2 User Manual

uPA-2

STEREO

USER’S GUIDE

Table of Contents

Safety Precautions 3

NEC (National Electrical Code) Standards

A Note for the Cable Television (CATV) Installer 5
Antenna Grounding Outside the House 5

Thank You for your UPA-2 Purchase 6
Unpacking the UPA-2

Inventory 7
Recording the Serial Number 7

Emotiva UPA-2 Two Channel Amplifier

Professional 250 Watt Amplifier Features

7

8

Front Panel Layout 8
Rear Panel Layout 9
Installation and Connections 10

AC Power Considerations 10
Physical Placement 10
Input Connection Considerations 11

5

8

Output Connection Considerations 11
Connection Tips for Superior Sound 11

Connection Diagrams 12

Connecting a 7.1 Preamp/Processor

Connection using a 7.1 channel preout to UPA-2
12V Trigger Connections 14
Speaker Output Connections 14

Series and Parallel Speaker Connections

13

13

15

Series
Parallel
Technical Note about Multiple Speaker Connections

15
15

16

Troubleshooting Guide

No Sound (from one or more speakers connected to the
The amplifier shuts down often or the line circuit breaker trips often 17
Poor Bass Performance From Full Range Speakers connected to the
Turn-on and turn-off thumps
“Hum” Noises in the Speakers
Other Probable Causes of Noise
One or more RED lights on the Front Panel are Blinking
Problems with the whole A/V System

UPA-2 Technical Specifi cations

UPA-2)

UPA-2

Limited Warranty

Service Assistance for the
Emotiva Disclosure

UPA-2

17

17

17
18

18
19

19
19

20
21

21
21

Safety Precautions

Read this User’s Guide thoroughly before attempting to install and configure the Emotiva UPA­2 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 UPA-2 Amplifier, be
sure to retain this manual in a safe place for any future reference needs.

All warnings on the Emotiva UPA-2 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 UPA-2 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 UPA-2 Amplifier should be situated so that its location or installation position does not
interfere with proper ventilation. The Emotiva UPA-2 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 UPA-2 Amplifier should be situated
away from heat sources such as radiators, or any other devices which produce heat.

The Emotiva UPA-2 Amplifier should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in this
User’s Guide and what is labeled on the UPA-2 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 UPA-2 Amplifier. The power cord of the UPA-2 Amplifier should be unplugged from the
outlet when unused for a long period of time. When it’s time for cleaning the Emotiva UPA-2 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 UPA-2 Amplifier.

The following situations require your Emotiva UPA-2 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 UPA-2 has been exposed to rain; or

4. The UPA-2 does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in
performance; or

5. The UPA-2 has been dropped, or its enclosure or chassis is damaged.

Page 3

The user should not attempt to service the UPA-2 Amplifier beyond the means described in this
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 fi che polarises avec un
prolongateur, un prise de courant ou une autre sortie de cou rant, 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 (877) EMO-TECH(877) EMO-TECH

Website - www.emotiva.com

WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO N

CAUTION : TO PREVE

ATTENTION : POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA

PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISEET

:

EXPOSE THI

S APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTUR

NT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO

WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

POUSSER JUSQU’AU FON

D.

T

O

E

.

Page 4

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.

Page 5

Thank You for your UPA-2 Purchase

Dear Home Entertainment Enthusiast,

Thank you for purchasing the Emotiva UPA-2 Amplifier. We sincerely believe that it offers you
outstanding performance and value. Emotiva products are engineered and produced with the highest
quality materials and incorporate the latest technology. We think you will find the Emotiva UPA-2
meets or exceeds your expectations.

The Emotiva UPA-2 is a flexible, high performance amplifier. It has been designed for maximum
performance, ease of use, and installation flexibility. By employing cutting edge technology, the
Emotiva UPA-2 easily power to your speakers at high power levels, at the same time remaining as
efficient as possible, regardless of volume levels. This allows you to fully enjoy audio and video
sources without concern for dynamic headroom during complex musical passages and high level
effects. What’s more, the Emotiva UPA-2 does it all with exceptionally refined cosmetics and a sound
quality that will satisfy even the most discriminating tastes.

The Emotiva UPA-2 features an array of leading edge technologies and all the features necessary
to perform the functions expected of a high end power amplifier.

The Emotiva UPA-2 power amplifier is a rock solid component .
At Emotiva, we remember that creating home audio/video products means that they should be

easy to use while delivering unparalleled performance.

Page 6