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Features

Each Emotiva 

airmotiv

™ 

4s

 is a fully self-contained bi-amplified powered studio monitor. 

The 

airmotiv 4s

 is a two-way design that features quality construction and engineering 

throughout and incorporates discrete power amplifiers, precision active crossovers, effective yet 

unobtrusive overload protection, and a wide array of professional features. 
Some of the more important features of the Emotiva 

airmotiv 4s

 include:

• 

Accuracy and consistency

. The gain and frequency balance of each 

airmotiv 4s

 is factory 

calibrated to be within 1 dB of our reference standard.

• 

Emotiva’s exclusive 

airmotiv

 high-frequency transducer

, which delivers flat frequency 

response, low distortion, virtually nonexistent signal compression, smooth off-axis response, 

superb transparency, and uncanny imaging.

• 

Emotiva’s 

airmotiv

 low-frequency transducer

 which, with its advanced Curv® cone material 

and synthetic butyl rubber surround, delivers clean accurate bass and is immune to moisture.

• 

Perfectly balanced sound

. Together, both transducers deliver balanced full-range sound at 

moderate listening levels. 

• 

High-frequency and low-frequency trim controls

 for accurate response in any location.    

• 

An advanced cabinet

 made from 18 mm MDF, with computer optimized bracing, and a 3 

mm layer of acoustic panel damping material to suppress vibration. The computer-designed 

cabinet contour, borrowed from our Stealth™ monitors, minimizes the acoustic signature 

and reduces room interactions, and a soft rubber bottom pad protects the 

airmotiv 4s 

and 

whatever it is resting on, and ensures secure slip-free positioning on any surface or  stand.  

• 

A tough exterior

. The front baffle sports our attractive black lacquer finish, while the sides 

and back are covered with a durable heavy-duty textured vinyl laminate that resists scuffs, 

water, and fingerprints. 

• 

Plenty of clean power

. The 

airmotiv 4s

 is fully bi-amplified. The high-frequency transducer 

is powered by a 25 watt RMS amplifier, while the low-frequency transducer sports its own 25 

watt RMS amplifier; both of which are fed by a precision multi-pole active crossover. 

• 

Effective yet unobtrusive protection

, which individually protects each amplifier and 

transducer and prevents dangerous overdrive conditions, but doesn’t limit normal music 

peaks, or produce artifacts under normal listening conditions.   

• 

Maximum application flexibility

, with both unbalanced (RCA) and balanced (XLR) inputs, 

and both high frequency and low frequency equalization adjustments.

• 

High quality construction

 throughout, including all double-sided FR4 circuit boards, all 

precision resistors and precision film capacitors in the signal path, extensive use of surface 

mount technology, and an efficient low noise toroidal power transformer.

• 

Full magnetic shielding

. The 

airmotiv

 low-frequency transducer features full-coverage 

traditional magnetic shielding while the 

airmotiv

 high-frequency transducer is inherently 

shielded by its advanced design. 

You can find a more detailed list of features and more information about Emotiva’s exclusive 

airmotiv

™ technology on our website at http://www.emotivapro.com    

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Page 3: ...RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE UNIT AND THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK WHICH MAY RESULT IN BODILY INJURY OR DEATH WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE AIRMOTIV 4S THERE ARE NO USER...

Page 4: ...port drivers or controls Care should be taken so that small objects do not fall into the inside of the unit You should seek service for your Airmotiv 4s by qualified service personnel if any of the fo...

Page 5: ...acking 6 The Emotiva Pro airmotiv 4s Powered Monitor 7 Quick Start 8 About Near Field Monitors 9 Speaker Placement 10 Connections 17 Operation 20 Adjustments 21 Care and Maintenance 22 Specifications...

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Page 7: ...livers a fast natural extended low end and a beautifully integrated and cohesive midrange The airmotiv 4s is flat within 3 dB from 52 Hz to 27 kHz amazing for a speaker that occupies less than 1 3 of...

Page 8: ...s you may find that some of the sections of the manual don t apply to you We suggest that you read through the entire manual as we kept things as short and direct as possible Even if you re an expert...

Page 9: ...oom interactions and a soft rubber bottom pad protects the airmotiv 4s and whatever it is resting on and ensures secure slip free positioning on any surface or stand A tough exterior The front baffle...

Page 10: ...acking material into the high frequency transducer or rear port opening It is important to save the box and all packing materials in case your airmotiv 4s monitors ever need to be moved or shipped bac...

Page 11: ...sducer 2 Emotiva s exclusive airmotiv low frequency transducer 3 Power indicator 4 Linear taper tuned port 5 Balanced input XLR 6 Unbalanced input RCA 7 Level trim 8 Low frequency Equalization adjustm...

Page 12: ...e the switch to the correct setting NOTE If you change the voltage setting you will also have to replace the fuse with one of the correct value Correct values are 120 VAC 1A Time Delay 230 VAC 0 5A Ti...

Page 13: ...t so the reflected sound that does arrive later has minimal influence on the overall sound The result is a more accurate and more repeatable presentation of the music By eliminating most of the contro...

Page 14: ...hem close to the recording console and far from any walls or other reflective surfaces to maximize direct sound while minimizing reflected sound Mount your airmotiv 4s powered monitors on separate sta...

Page 15: ...is suggested and mounting them upside down high frequency transducer towards the floor will produce better results in many cases The goal is to maximize direct sound reaching the engineer and minimize...

Page 16: ...shelf may also produce satisfactory results If possible mount your airmotiv 4s speakers upright with the high frequency transducer on top vertically not angled upwards or downwards with the middle of...

Page 17: ...ll produce better results in many cases The goal is to maximize direct sound reaching the listener If possible avoid mounting your speakers in the upper or lower corners of the room doing so will enha...

Page 18: ...same basic technology and are voiced similarly they will work exceptionally well together in any combination in a surround or multi channel playback system Some systems may also use a mix of airmotiv...

Page 19: ...ion isn t optimal but may work reasonably well in some situations If your location permits it the ideal arrangement is to place your left front and right front speakers on stands away from both the fr...

Page 20: ...blocking the rear positioned port and to allow the amplifiers to dissipate heat via the aluminum back plate fins which will get warm in normal operation Positioning your airmotiv 4s monitors as comput...

Page 21: ...speakers and your equipment may result Balanced XLR outputs offer several benefits and are the preferred method for connecting your airmotiv 4s monitors connect a high quality balanced cable between e...

Page 22: ...lanced outputs usually via one or more 1 8 jacks Use a high quality well shielded adapter to connect the output to the unbalanced RCA inputs of your airmotiv 4s speakers A single long Y cable is prefe...

Page 23: ...grounded power connector you may experience more or less hum depending on which way the plug is inserted Cables Always use high quality fully shielded cables Balanced connections and cables are more r...

Page 24: ...irmotiv 4s in the ON position Immerse yourself in the music Level Control With a powered monitor listening level is usually controlled by the source equipment While the airmotiv 4s includes a Level Tr...

Page 25: ...0 Hz If you notice excessive or muddy bass especially if your airmotiv 4s monitors are placed near large surfaces or room corners try setting the Low frequency Equalization to 2 dB or 4 dB High freque...

Page 26: ...careful to avoid excessive pressure Cleaning the High frequency Transducer If dust or fuzz finds its way into the front of the high frequency transducer you can try to dislodge it by blowing gently i...

Page 27: ...LF gain and overall gain calibrated to standard within 1 0 dB High frequency adjustment 4 kHz turnover frequency 0 calibrated 2 dB 2 dB 20 kHz Low frequency adjustment 150 Hz turnover frequency 0 cal...

Page 28: ...receptacle that you re plugged into an active AC outlet of correct voltage and that the fuse in the power receptacle is not blown Check the signal source It s a good idea to verify that your signal s...

Page 29: ...only unbalanced connections are provided It is essential that signal cables used with such equipment be kept short of good quality and not run near power cables In a new installation especially in a...

Page 30: ...exible insulation or that fail to provide full coverage shielding Cables with insufficient mechanical integrity may fail prematurely and cables with poor shielding will be more subject to hum and nois...

Page 31: ...N HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU A claim under this warranty must be made by you within the Term A claim shall not be valid and Warrantor has no obliga...

Page 32: ...DENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU How do you get service In order to make a claim under the warranty you must 1 Call or email a customer service...

Page 33: ...curate to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication In keeping with our policy of ongoing product improvement we reserve the right to make changes to the design and features of our products...

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