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The Emotiva Airmotiv™ Reference Subwoofers were designed from the ground up to deliver the 

absolute ultimate in performance and sound quality.   
Here are a few of the important features of the Airmotiv Reference Subwoofers:

•  High performance -

 The Airmotiv Reference Subwoofers deliver the lowest musical octaves 

with both precision and stunning authority. The RS13 is flat +/- 3 dB from 16 Hz to 240 Hz and 

can deliver a full 106 dB SPL of clean bass at 20 Hz at two meters. The RS11 is flat +/- 3 dB from 

20 Hz to 240 Hz and can deliver a full 103 dB SPL of clean bass at 20 Hz at two meters. 

•  Forward firing high performance driver - 

The Airmotiv Reference Subwoofers feature ultra 

high performance forward firing drivers, with non-magnetic cast aluminum frames, 60mm 

all aluminum voice coils, and massive double-stacked Strontium Ferrite magnet structures.  

These drivers, with their large long fiber treated paper cones, high profile double roll NBR 

surrounds, twin aluminum shorting rings, and undercut carbon steel pole pieces, are capable 

of incredible linear maximum excursions. Special care was paid to minimizing the mass of 

the moving system, enabling the Reference Subwoofers to offer excellent linearity, superb 

transient response, and extremely low distortion.

•  Powerful Class-D amplifier -

 Both the RS13 and RS11 feature efficient audiophile quality 

Class-D amplifiers (1000 watts RMS / 2000 watts peak in the RS13; 500 watts / 1000 watts  

in the RS11)... so your Reference Subwoofer will never run out of power when you need it. 

•  Convenient top-mounted control panel -

 All of the operating controls and status indicators 

on the Airmotiv Reference Subwoofers are located on the top panel... under a removable, 

magnetically attached, smoked plastic cover. 

•  Flexible DSP-based crossover and EQ controls - 

The controls and adjustments on the 

Reference Subwoofers are implemented by a powerful dual-core 48 bit DSP audio processor 

for optimum precision and flexibility. Controls include continually variable adjustments for 

Phase, Level, and Crossover Frequency. Separate switches allow you to bypass the internal 

crossover, select between two different Bass response profiles, and choose between always-

on and auto-on operation.

•  Transparent limiter circuitry -

 The Airmotiv Reference Subwoofers feature a truly transparent 

limiter, which is totally inaudible in normal operation, but makes it virtually impossible to 

accidentally overload them, or get them to sound anything less than awesome.

•  Plenty of input and output options - 

The Airmotiv Reference Subwoofers offer both a 

balanced monaural audio input and loop output and a pair of stereo unbalanced inputs. 

Inputs and outputs are located conveniently out of the way on the rear panel.

•  Heavy-duty furniture grade cabinet -

 The Airmotiv Fererence Subwoofers are housed in a 

massive, critically braced, furniture quality HDF cabinet. The cabinet features a full 50mm thick 

front baffle, 25mm side walls, and a low noise front firing port. The choice of either furniture-

grade flat black lacquer or a high gloss piano black finish, and an attractive sculpted fabric 

grill, held firmly in place by powerful magnets, complete the picture. 

•  Detachable IEC power cable and user-accessible AC fuse -

 The rear panel of the Airmotiv 

Reference Subwoofers includes the main AC Power switch, a receptacle for the heavy duty IEC 

power cable, and the access panel for the user-replaceable main AC power fuse. A high quality 

heavy duty IEC power cable is included with each Reference Subwoofer.

•  Full five year warranty -

 A full five year warranty ensures that you’ll enjoy your Airmotiv 

Reference Subwoofer for many years to come. 

You can find more information about the Airmotiv RS13 and RS11 Reference Subwoofers at: 

 www.emotiva.com.

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Page 3: ...INJURY OR DEATH WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE THE AMPLIFIER PLATE OR DRIVER FROM THE REFERENCE SUBWOOFER THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE THE UNIT REFER ALL SER...

Page 4: ...fuse s of proper value and voltage rating The Reference Subwoofer should only be cleaned as directed in the manual Avoid spraying liquids directly onto the unit or drivers You should seek service for...

Page 5: ...nce will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user...

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Page 7: ...About This Manual 4 Features 5 Unpacking 6 Quick Start 7 Airmotiv RS13 Reference Subwoofer 8 Airmotiv RS11 Reference Subwoofer 10 Rear Panel Connections Controls 12 Control Panel 14 Subwoofer Placeme...

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Page 9: ...sponse and very low distortion The front baffle on the massive critically braced HDF cabinets is a full 50mm thick and the cabinets are finished on all sides with either furniture grade black lacquer...

Page 10: ...you read through the entire manual we kept things as short and direct as possible Even if you re an expert user you will probably find some interesting information and useful suggestions If you re re...

Page 11: ...DSP based crossover and EQ controls The controls and adjustments on the Reference Subwoofers are implemented by a powerful dual core 48 bit DSP audio processor for optimum precision and flexibility Co...

Page 12: ...er from the packing carton and remove all wrappings and shipping material It is important to save the box and all packing materials in case your Reference Subwoofer ever needs to be moved or shipped b...

Page 13: ...ation for your Reference Sub Your Airmotiv Reference Subwoofer will automatically detect your local line voltage and configure itself accordingly Connect your RReference Sub to the LFE or subwoofer ou...

Page 14: ...at 20 Hz at 2 meters 113 dB SPL at 40 Hz at 2 meters Driver Complement Long excursion ultra high performance 13 forward firing powered driver featuring Long fiber treated paper cone with oversized in...

Page 15: ...tally transparent limiter which makes it virtually impossible to overload the RS13 or make it sound bad User selectable Bass profiles Deep profile allows for response flat from 16 Hz to 240 Hz 3 dB Fl...

Page 16: ...s 110 dB SPL at 40 Hz at 2 meters Driver Complement Long excursion ultra high performance 11 forward firing powered driver featuring Long fiber treated paper cone with oversized inverted dust cap High...

Page 17: ...y transparent limiter which makes it virtually impossible to overload the RS11 or make it sound bad User selectable Bass profiles Deep profile allows for response flat from 20 Hz to 240 Hz 3 dB Flat p...

Page 18: ...Reference Subwoofer shown 1 Service Port The service port is used by the factory to configure the DSP firmware in the Reference Subwoofer 2 Line Level Inputs Use the Left and Right Line Level Inputs...

Page 19: ...change 4 Loop Output The input signal received by the Reference Subwoofer is passed directly to the balanced Loop Output for connection to additional subwoofers 5 IEC Power Receptacle The IEC Power Re...

Page 20: ...move it and access the controls 1 X Over Crossover Frequency This control sets the low pass crossover frequency for the internal crossover on the Reference Subwoofer This is used to configure the smoo...

Page 21: ...econds later then flash briefly again after a few more seconds This is part of the normal shutdown process The Reference Subwoofer is only fully Off after the second brief flash 5 X Over Switch This s...

Page 22: ...ion for your sub Note Your Reference Subwoofer contains a powerful yet efficient Class D amplifier While the back plate of the Reference Subwoofer will get slightly warm in normal use no special venti...

Page 23: ...using brushes with stiff bristles that may pull or damage the grill cloth Note DO NOT use any sort of liquid or wet cloth on the woofer cone grill or control panel Replacing The Main AC Line Fuse The...

Page 24: ...im within the Term of the Warranty A claim shall not be valid and Emotiva has no obligation related to the claim if it is not made within the Term and if it is not made in strict compliance with the r...

Page 25: ...ING FROM OR RELATED TO ANY DEFECTS IN OR DAMAGES TO ITS PRODUCTS SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NO...

Page 26: ...o purchase replacement shipping cartons How does the Warranty and service apply to international orders The Product Warranty is only valid in the country where the Emotiva product was originally shipp...

Page 27: ...ate 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 wi...

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