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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.
