Certificado XMC-1 reacondicionado

Overview

Act TWO: The legacy of the XMC-1 lives on in our certified refurbished program.

We think products can be repurposed and reused for more than one lifecycle, and that is why we came up with an incredible second life for our legacy XMC-1, 7.2 channel preamp processor. When XMC-1s are traded in by customers for our newer Atmos based processors, they still have many years of service life left in them for use in movie and music systems. In light of that, we've created a new recycling protocol where we carefully inspect, refurbished, update, and renew XMC-1s. By giving the XMC-1 an Act Two (movie reference since we're home theater geeks), we've found a way to be more sustainable and eco-friendly, while at the same time provide customers another incredible audiophile-quality AV preamp processor choice.

The XMC-1 is a rock-solid AV Preamp/processor that offers incredible fidelity and modern connectivity. All certified XMC-1s feature our latest 18 GHz, 4k UHD HDMI video switching with support for Dolby Vision, HDR, HDCP 2.2, dual outputs, and supports Dirac Live™.

One of our favorite applications is to use the XMC-1 as the heart of a high-end 2.0, 2.1, or better yet, 2.2 stereo system! The XMC-1's two-channel performance is legendary, and it's worth buying one for this application alone. It features a balanced and fully differential stereo signal path with amazingly low noise and distortion and is on-par with the very best two-channel gear available today. The XMC-1 also has a USB DAC, DSD support over USB and HDMI, extensive digital and analog input and outputs, HDMI signal management, Dirac Live room correction capability, sophisticated bass management, and extensive parametric EQ. If you've been looking to build an advanced two-channel system that honors pure analog performance but has the tools and capabilities to also integrate into the modern, digital world, this is a no brainer. In terms of value, fidelity, and advanced ability, the XMC-1 remains unmatched and is in a class of its own.

Our new XMC-1's have a unique Certified Refurbished distinction, are in perfect working order, appear nearly new, come with all accessories, and a non-transferable factory 1-year warranty. We can offer this program because all of our flagship preamp processors are designed and assembled with great care in-house.

Redefining Home Theater 
 

The XMC-1 redefines everything you know about home theater equipment; great audio performance doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg, and neither does support for the latest cutting-edge 4k video formats. The advanced audio circuitry in the XMC-1 delivers the superb sound quality of a premium separate audiophile component; the high-performance video switching circuitry supports the latest 4k UHD and HDR video formats, and the powerful menu and control system ties it all together into one easy to use system. The XMC-1 is designed, tested, and assembled right here in the USA, at our facility in Franklin, Tennessee.
 

We encourage you to check out some of the many reviews of the XMC-1 that have been published - by both professional reviewers and end users. You’ll find that they all agree that the XMC-1 is unique among processors for its superb sound quality and its combination of powerful features and ease of use.

• Sound and Vision Review
• Home Theatre Review
• Home Theatre High Fidelity Review
• Audioholics Review

The Ideal Processor For Home Theater Fans And Audiophiles 
 

The XMC-1 delivers the level of audio performance and features you would expect from separate high-end audiophile components, but with the XMC-1 you don't have to sacrifice audio performance to get the latest home theater and surround sound features.

Operating Modes for the Discerning Listener:

When used as a fully featured home theater processor, the XMC-1 starts by decoding the audio from your movie soundtracks and surround sound discs with the best possible sound quality.  Sophisticated bass management directs the low-frequency components of the audio spectrum to your subwoofer, and the advanced Dirac Live automatic room correction system carefully optimizes the sound from each channel for your speakers and your listening room. This finely tuned digital audio is then converted into high-quality analog audio by precision DACs and sent to your amplifiers - via a high-quality analog ladder network volume control and audiophile grade analog circuitry.

If you listen to high-resolution audio downloads or other high-quality music sources which don't require all of that advanced processing, the XMC-1 offers several purist audiophile modes. High-quality digital sources, both PCM and DSD, can be converted directly to analog by the precision high-performance DACs, bypassing all of the more advanced processing. And, if you have analog sources which don't require any processing at all, they can be routed directly to the superb quality fully balanced analog signal path, bypassing all digital processing. 

Support For The Latest Audio and Video Formats

Home theater video is continually evolving to deliver a sharper picture, more colors, and more advanced features - which can make it difficult to keep track of what you actually need to take advantage of the latest video content and this year's 4k displays. The XMC-1 has eight HDMI video inputs and two HDMI video outputs, all of which support HDMI 2.0b and HDCP 2.2. The XMC-1 supports the full HDMI 2.0b 18 gBps video data rate, so it supports full 4k UHD video, at frame rates up to 4k/60, with full 12-bit color, and 4.4.4 chroma subsampling. It also supports static and dynamic HDR, including Dolby Vision, for a brilliant picture, with pure, intense colors, and remarkable contrast. The XMC-1 provides everything you need to get the most from the latest streaming content and 4k UHD Blu-Ray discs.
 

True Audiophile Sound Quality

The XMC-1's two-channel performance is legendary, and it's worth buying one for this application alone. It features a balanced and fully differential stereo signal path with amazingly low noise and distortion and is on-par with the very best two-channel gear available today. The XMC-1 also has a USB DAC, DSD support over USB and HDMI, extensive digital and analog input and outputs, HDMI signal management, Dirac Live room correction capability, sophisticated bass management, and extensive parametric EQ. If you've been looking to build an advanced two-channel system that honors pure analog performance but has the tools and capabilities to also integrate into the modern, digital world, this is a no brainer

Advanced Menu System And Configuration Options

Modern home theater systems can be very complex. To make the XMC-1 powerful and flexible, yet simple to configure and operate, we developed our own custom menu and control system. Frequently used options are easy to find and access, more in-depth options are arranged logically, and the current status is always clearly displayed on the informative front panel display and the highly configurable on-screen display. The XMC-1 can be controlled from the front panel, from its iconic solid metal remote control, or using the handy remote control App, which is available for Apple and Windows computers, and Android phones. The XMC-1 can also be integrated into most universal remote and whole-home control systems.

Because the XMC-1 is all about power and control, it gives you unprecedented flexibility to configure your system to sound just the way you want it to. Advanced bass management supports stereo subwoofers, and lets you set independent crossover points for each set of speakers. Two entirely separate sets of manual parametric equalizers let you create custom response curves, and can import settings directly from the popular Room EQ Wizard (REW). Settings can be saved as files, exported to a computer, and saved settings can be modified using a simple XML or text editor. Precision bass and treble controls, separate from the more advanced EQ settings, make simple response adjustments easy, and true Fletcher-Munson loudness compensation keeps your music sounding good, even at very low listening levels.

The World's Most Advanced Automatic Room Correction System

One of the main features of the XMC-1 is its capability to run a Dirac Live automatic room correction system, which operates across both the time and frequency domains, taking you dramatically closer to the action in today's blockbuster movies, and lifting the veil between you and your high-resolution music files. Dirac Live is widely considered to be the most advanced room correction system available today. Certified Refurbished units can upgrade to Dirac Live Full for Emotiva for a small fee. Dirac Live Full for Emotiva adds the ability to create custom target curves, select specific frequency ranges for correction, rearrange how speakers are grouped, and use your own third-party calibration microphone.

Designed and Assembled in the USA with Globally Sourced Components

Assembling products here in the USA gives us exceptional control over every facet of the design process, which helps us build the highest quality products for our customers while minimizing unnecessary complications and production delays. The XMC-1 was the first product to be assembled in our all-new production center here in Franklin, Tennessee - just south of Nashville.

The XMC-1 Certified Refurbished has some important distinguishing features to note:

• The price of our XMC-1 Certified Refurbished is $1199. That includes a non-transferable 1-year parts and labor warranty.
• The XMC-1 supports Dirac Live™ room correction. The software key is NOT included for Dirac Live. If you're familiar with the XMC-1, it originally retailed for $2499, so the Certified Refurbished is a fantastic deal for those that are interested. It's why we have special terms and conditions.
• VERY IMPORTANT: The XMC-1 Certified Refurbished processors cannot be traded in as part of our current processor trade-in programs. We're considering these a whole new product, and the units themselves come with a special distinction. We even give them a unique serial number on the back. (tip: For warranty transfer people, you'll want to verify that the unit you're acquiring is or is not a Certified Refurbished unit if a trade-in is important to you.)
• Our new Certified Refurbished program is different from our Factory Renewed items that we sell from time to time. Factory Renewed items are returns and open stock that are periodically available for purchase, and they have full product warranties. They're not the previously loved and refurbished units (with special new serial numbers) that fit the Certified Refurbished criteria.
• Because the Certified Refurbished XMC-1 is already being sold at a special low price – this price may not be combined with any other discounts (like our 25% Discount For Life).

NOTE:

The measurement and calibration module of the Dirac Live software runs on a compatible computer provided by the user.

This version of Dirac Live is a special version that has been customized to work specifically with the XMC-1.

This version will run on modern computers running Microsoft Windows – from Windows 7 thru Windows 10.

This version will also run on Apple computers running MacOS 10.9 (Mavericks) or MacOS 10.10 (Yosemite).

It will NOT run on Apple computers running newer versions of MacOS and it will NOT run on iPads or other IOS devices. (See Dirac System Requirements on the Specs tab for more details.)

Audio

Sound quality that rivals high-end audiophile equipment, and a fully-balanced Reference Stereo mode for purist stereo listening.

Plenty of analog and digital audio inputs to accommodate all of your music sources, including a USB DAC input for listening to high-resolution computer audio files.

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Video

Eight HDMI 2.0b inputs, all with HDCP 2.2, and full support for 4k UHD, HDR, and Dolby Vision.

Features

Dirac Live capable with purchase optional of Dirac Live Full for Emotiva (precision calibrated microphone and digitizer cable included).

Powerful custom menu system makes the XMC-1 both flexible and easy to use.

Hardware

Dimensions: 17” x 15-1/2” x 5-3/4” (including feet)

Weight: 21 pounds (unboxed)

Power Requirements: 115/230 VAC 50/60 Hz (automatically detected).

Power Consumption: Approximately 35 watts.

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Features

True Audiophile Sound Quality

• Designed first and foremost to deliver superb sound quality.
• Multiple audio processing modes - including pure analog Reference Stereo mode.
• Support for PCM digital audio via HDMI and USB up to 24/192k.
• Native support for stereo and multi-channel DSD via HDMI.
• Fully balanced Reference Stereo signal path.
• Separate 7.1 channel audio input with pure analog signal path.

• Hardware based ASRCs (asynchronous sample rate converters) between DSP1 and DSP2 for extremely high jitter immunity with digital audio sources.
• Audiophile grade 24/192k Burr Brown DSD1796 main zone DACs.
• Burr-Brown PCM4202 ADC for precision 24-bit analog to digital conversion.
• Digitally controlled precision analog ladder network volume controls with 0.5 dB resolution. (Dual CS3318 resistor ladder network volume controls on main zone.) (NJW 1298 resistor ladder network volume controls on secondary zones and mix out.)

• High performance digital AM/FM tuner (includes RDS text information display and built-in digital signal strength meter).

Flexible Audio Input And Output Options

• Supports an extremely wide variety of audio sources, including HDMI audio, analog audio, AM and FM radio, digital S/PDIF and USB PCM audio up to 24/192k, and native DSD in both stereo and 5.1 channel surround sound.
• Independent audio input selection for each video input. (The user can associate any audio source with any video input. In addition, the user may temporarily choose to listen to any audio-only source while watching any video input.)
• Second audio zone with separate DACs and source selection. (Second Zone can track Main Zone or be set to use separate digital or analog audio input.)
• Separate Mix Output delivers an analog mix-down of the audio selected in the Main Zone.
• True Tape Monitor inputs and outputs for connecting external analog audio devices.

Flexible Audio Control Options

• Support for mono, stereo, or dual-mono subwoofers with independent level, distance, room correction, and EQ settings for each.
• Advanced bass management with fully independent crossover settings for each speaker group.
• Two sets of fully independent 11-band manual parametric speaker EQ settings.
• Global Bass and Treble controls with user-selectable turnover points (independent from more complex EQ settings).
• User selectable true Fletcher-Munson loudness compensation.
• Selectable dynamic range control.

Support For The Latest Surround Sound Audio Modes

• In its default operating mode, the XMC-1 will automatically detect how the audio on each source you play is encoded and select the optimum mode to use to decode it. Decoded audio will then be optimized for your unique system configuration. This includes automatically down-mixing the source if you have fewer speakers and automatically synthesizing additional channels if you have more speakers than the original audio. All automatic processing modes can be manually overridden temporarily, and default modes can be reconfigured to suit your listening preferences.
• Support for all the latest 5.1 and 7.1 channel surround sound audio decoding options:

  
  

  • Dolby TrueHD 5.1 and 7.1
  • Dolby Digital Plus
  • Dolby Digital 5.1
  • DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 and 7.1
  • DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
  • DTS 5.1
  • DTS ES Discrete 6.1
  • PCM-Multi 5.1
  • PCM-Multi 7.1
• Support for the digital post processing modes:

  
  

  • Dolby Prologic IIx (PLIIx).
  • DTS ES Matrix.

Cutting Edge Video Switching

• Full HDMI 2.0b and HDCP 2.2 support, with full 18 Gbps video bandwidth, on all eight HDMI inputs and both HDMI outputs.
• All eight HDMI inputs and both HDMI outputs support 4k/60 video, with 4.4.4 chroma subsampling, 12 bit color, HDR (including dynamic HDR and Dolby Vision) and 3D.
• ARC (Audio Return Channel) and CEC support on primary output.
• The XMC-1 is a pure video switch; video inputs are routed directly to the appropriate output without any unnecessary processing. (Video switching is provided by three Panasonic MN864788 High Speed LSI 4k UHD Video Switches.)
• Unique Video On Standby option allows both audio and video to be routed directly to your display when the XMC-1 is turned off. (This allows you or other family members to use your monitor to watch cable or TV shows while your main home theater system is turned off.)

Powerful Display And Control Options

• Full sized machined aluminum infrared remote control with discrete buttons for HDMI input selection, trim adjustments, and other major functions.
• High-resolution easy-to-read blue OLED display. (The front panel display can be configured to provide several different levels of information, including full-screen display of individual settings like Volume and Mode, and features multiple brightness levels.)
• Configurable full color OSD displayed over live video, including 4k and 3D sources. (The OSD can be configured to provide several different levels of information, and features configurable color and transparency.)
• Front panel buttons for direct selection of main inputs, input and mode selection, menu navigation, and other frequently accessed options.
• Full-sized front panel Volume control knob – which controls the all-analog internal ladder network volume control.
• Remote Control Apps - available for Apple and Windows computers and Android phones.
• Integration with universal infrared remote controls and popular infrared and network operated whole-home control systems.
• Four flexible Trigger Outputs can be configured to activate amplifiers or other trigger-enabled equipment under specific conditions.

Specifications

Audio Operating Modes
(modes determine how the audio signal is processed by the XMC-1):

• Reference Stereo Mode:
  Purist stereo mode with no bass management; analog signals remain pure analog.
• Direct Mode:
  Minimal processing with bass management.
• Surround Mode:
  Full surround sound processing, with bass management and room correction.
• Stereo Mode:
  Full bass management and room correction for stereo input signals.
• All Stereo Mode

Analog Audio Signal Specifications

Balanced Input to Balanced Output (Reference Stereo Mode):

• THD: <0.0005% @ 1 kHz.
• THD: < 0.002% (20 Hz to 20 kHz).
•  IMD: < 0.004% @ 1 kHz.
• S/N ratio: > 123 dB (A weighted).
• Frequency Response: 5 Hz to 80 kHz (+0 / -0.1 dB).
• Crosstalk: <100 dB.

Unbalanced Input to Unbalanced Output (Reference Stereo Mode):

• THD: <0.0007% @ 1 kHz.
• THD: < 0.003% (20 Hz to 20 kHz).
• IMD: < 0.005% @­ 1 kHz.
• S/N ratio: > 114 dB (A weighted).
• Frequency Response: 5 Hz to 80 kHz (+0 / -0.1 dB).
• Crosstalk: <100 dB.

Digital Input to Balanced Analog Output (HDMI PCM):

• THD: < 0.00025% @ 1 kHz.
• THD: < 0.002% (20 Hz to 20 kHz).
• S/N ratio (all main channels): > 110 dB (A weighted).
• S/N ratio (subwoofer channels) > 100 dB (A weighted).

Analog Inputs to Analog Outputs via Digital Signal Path
(modes that include processing or bass management):

• THD: <0.0007% @ 1 kHz.
• THD: < 0.0007% (20 Hz to 20 kHz).
• IMD: < 0.005% @ 1 kHz.
• S/N ratio: > 106 dB (A weighted).

Input Impedance (Analog):

• Balanced Inputs: 47 kOhms.
• Unbalanced Inputs: 100 kOhms.

Output Impedance (Analog):

• Balanced Outputs: 100 Ohms.
• Unbalanced Outputs: 100 Ohms.

Maximum Output Level (Analog):

• Balanced Outputs: 11 VRMS.
• Unbalanced Outputs: 5.5 VRMS.

Headphone Output Power:

• 8 Ohms: 124 mW / channel.
• 33 Ohms:  51 mW / channel.
• 47 Ohms:  36 mW / channel.
• 150 Ohms: 12 mW / channel.
• 300 Ohms: 6 mW / channel.
• 600 Ohms: 3 mW / channel.

Decoding and Processing Modes

Surround Sound Decoding Modes:

• Dolby TrueHD 5.1 and 7.1.
• Dolby Digital Plus.
• Dolby Digital 5.1.
• DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 and 7.1.
• DTS-HD High Resolution Audio.
• DTS 5.1.
• DTS ES Discrete 6.1.
• PCM-Multi 5.1.
• PCM-Multi 7.1.

Digital Post Processing Modes:

• Dolby Prologic IIx (PLIIx).
• DTS ES Matrix.

Displays and Controls

Front Panel Display:

• High-resolution easy-to-read blue OLED display. (The front panel display can be configured to provide several different levels of information, including full-screen display of individual settings like Volume and Mode, and features multiple brightness levels.)

On-Screen Display (OSD):

• Configurable full color OSD displayed over live video, including 4k and 3D sources. (The OSD can be configured to provide several different levels of information, and features configurable color and transparency.)

Controls And Remote Control Options:

• Full sized machined aluminum infrared remote control with discrete buttons for HDMI input selection, trim adjustments, and other major functions.
• Front panel buttons for direct selection of main inputs, input and mode selection, menu navigation, and other frequently accessed options.
• Full-sized front panel Volume control knob – which controls the all-analog internal ladder network volume control.
• Remote Control Apps - available for Apple and Windows computers and Android phones.
• Integration with universal infrared remote controls and popular infrared and network operated whole-home control systems.
• Four flexible Trigger Outputs can be configured to activate amplifiers or other trigger-enabled equipment under specific conditions.

Inputs / Outputs

Analog Audio Inputs:

• (1) pair; stereo: Reference quality analog audio (balanced XLR).
• (1 pair; stereo: Reference quality analog audio (unbalanced; machined gold-plated RCA connectors).
• (3) pairs; stereo: Analog audio (unbalanced).
• (1) set; 7.1 channels: Analog audio (unbalanced).

Analog Audio Outputs:

• (1) set; 7.2 channels: Main Balanced Analog Audio Outputs
• (balanced; reference quality balanced XLR outputs; dual subwoofer outputs)
• (1) set; 7.2 channels: Main Unbalanced Analog Audio Outputs
• (unbalanced; machined gold-plated RCA connectors).
• (1) pair; stereo: analog line level record output (unbalanced).
• (1) pair; stereo: analog line level main zone mix output (unbalanced).
• (1) pair; stereo: analog line level Zone 2 output (unbalanced).
• (1) high quality 1/8” stereo headphone output (TPA-6130 monolithic headphone amp).

Digital Video Inputs and Outputs:

• (8): HDMI digital video inputs: HDMI 2.0b with HDCP 2.2 (all inputs support HDMI 2.0b and HDR (including dynamic HDR and Dolby Vision).
• (2): HDMI digital video outputs: HDMI 2.0b with HDCP 2.2 (one with CEC and ARC). (both outputs support HDMI 2.0b and HDR - including dynamic HDR and Dolby Vision).

Digital Audio Inputs:

• Internal high-performance AM/FM tuner.
• (3): Toslink optical S/PDIF digital audio (up to 24/192).
• (3): Coax (RCA) electrical S/PDIF digital audio (up to 24/192).
• (1): AES/EBU (XLR) digital audio.
• (1): USB Type B digital audio (UAC2 USB audio up to 24/192k)
• Digital PCM and DSD audio supported on all HDMI inputs

Digital Audio Outputs:

• (1): Toslink optical S/PDIF digital audio.
• (1): Coax (RCA) electrical S/PDIF digital audio.

Other Inputs:

• (2): USB Type A digital data inputs (for firmware updates and future enhancements).
• (1): Ethernet port (RJ-45)
  (network connection for Dirac and remote control applications).

Cutting Edge Operating System and Processors

Main System Processor:

• The XMC-1 is controlled by our own proprietary Linux-based XMC operating system, and by several powerful DSP engines, each running custom software code.
• The main control functions on the XMC-1 are handled by a Texas Instruments AM-1808 Sitara Arm9 32 bit 375MHz processor.

Video Processing:

• The XMC-1 is a pure video switch; video inputs are switched directly to the appropriate output without any unnecessary processing. Video switching on the XMC-1 is handled by three Panasonic MN864788 High Speed LSI 4k UHD Video Switches.

Audio Processing:

• All audio decoding and audio post processing is handled by twin Texas Instruments DA710 32-bit floating-point, dual-core, 300 MHz DSP engines capable of 1800 MIPS each.

Power / Environmental

Power Consumption:

• Operation: 35 Watts (42 VA).
• High-Power Standby (when configured for Video Remains On); approximately 30 Watts,
• Low-Power Standby: 0.5 Watts (2.4 VA).

Dimensions:

• Unboxed: 17” Wide x 15.5” Deep x 5.25” High (not counting feet).
• Unboxed: 17” Wide x 15.5” Deep x 5.75” High (with feet).
• Boxed: 22″ Wide x 19″ Deep x 10″ High.
• Boxed Weight: 30lbs.

Dirac System Requirements:

System Requirements for: 
- Dirac Live Full for Emotiva (customized XMC-1 version)
- Dirac Live LE for Emotiva (customized XMC-1 version)

Dirac Live Full for Emotiva have the same system requirements.

On an Apple computer: 
- Operating system: MacOS; from Mavericks (10.9) thru Yosemite (10.10)
NOTE: This version of Dirac WILL NOT RUN on MacOS 10.11 or newer
NOTE: This version of Dirac WILL NOT RUN on iPad or other iOS devices
- At least 2 GB RAM (4 Gb preferred) 
- At least 100 MB available hard disk or SSD space 
- At least one USB port 
- Network and Internet connection (WiFi or wired Ethernet)

On a Microsoft Windows computer: 
- Operating system: Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1, Windows 10 
- At least a dual core i3, i5, or i7 processor 
- At least 2 GB RAM (4 Gb preferred) 
- At least 100 MB available hard disk or SSD space 
- At least one USB port 
- Network and Internet connection (WiFi or wired Ethernet) 

NOTES: 
1) Dirac Live for Emotiva does NOT run on Android, Windows CE, or Google Chrome computers. 
2) Dirac Live for Emotiva is processor intensive… - faster computers will deliver better performance - do not run other processor intensive programs while Dirac Live is running 
3) Certain firewall and antivirus programs may conflict with Dirac Live… - you may need to disable some firewall or antivirus programs temporarily when running Dirac Live 
4) On some Windows computers, Dirac Live will need to be installed or run in Admin mode.

Downloads

XMC-1 Certified Refurbished User Manual (PDF)
 

Dirac Live for Emotiva FAQ (PDF)

Dirac for XMC-1 Registration