RSX PASSIVE LOUDSPEAKERS RSX110 RSX112 RSX118S RSX115 RSX215 OWNER'S MANUAL
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Safety Instructions WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. To reduce the hazard of electrical shock, do not remove cover or back. No user serviceable parts inside. Please refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Key Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Input Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Basic Set Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Using Speaker Stands . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Samson RSX series passive loudspeaker. The RSX series are high performance loudspeakers designed for portable, front of house, and fixed installation sound reinforcement applications. Consisting of four two-way loudspeakers, 10" RSX110, 12" RSX112, 15" RSX115, and dual 15" RSX215, as well as the RSX118S 18" subwoofer, the RSX series features models perfectly suited for whatever performance requirements you have.
Key Features The RSX series passive speakers are perfectly suited for portable and permanent sound reinforcement applications.
SX110 Key Features RSX215 (Dual 15" Two-way passive loudspeaker system) • 1200 watts AES / 4800 watts peak power handling • Dual 15" (380 mm) low-frequency drivers with 3" (76 mm) voice coils • 1.
Input Connections The RSX jack plates feature parallel speaker connectors. This enables you to directly connect an extension cabinet to an RSX speaker. Only use one ¼" or Speakon® connector as an input connector from an amplifier. Typically, you will only connect a single extension cabinet to an RSX cabinet, but it is possible to daisychain multiple cabinets.
Basic Set Up The RSX loudspeakers are passive cabinets, which means that they need to be connected to a power amplifier to reproduce an audio signal. Each speaker cabinet features parallel connectors which enable each cabinet to be daisy chained to an additional loudspeaker. When connecting multiple speakers to a power amplifier or powered mixer, you must pay attention to the minimum load impedance of the amplifier.
Using Speaker Stands The RSX110, RSX112, and RSX115 feature standard 13∕8" pole mount receptacles, which enable the speaker to be mounted on a standard tripod stand or subwoofer satellite pole. For best results, raise the speakers above the heads of the listening audience. When mounting a speaker onto any stand, always ensure that the stand is on a flat, level surface, with the legs fully extended.
Floor Monitor Positioning The RSX110 and RSX112 are designed to be used as front-of-house main speakers or as floor monitors. Featuring compact design with integral 60° monitor angles, controlled bass frequency reproduction, and clear high frequency sound, the RSX speakers are ideal for stage monitoring applications or whenever a performer needs to direct sound to their ears. In a large stage monitor system, several RSX speakers can be daisy-chained together using the parallel speaker connectors.
Configuring the RSX118S Subwoofer Before you start plugging in cables, you should take a minute to decide how you want to interface your new RSX118S subwoofer. Most system set-ups fall into one of two categories: Monoor Stereo sub operation. Mono Sub Operation In most cases, a common (mono) sub bass setup is preferable. Low frequencies produced by a subwoofer tend to be non-directional.
Using an External Crossover The RSX118S features an 6dB/octave at 150Hz internal low pass filter, which means that frequencies will be reduced 6dB in level every time the frequency doubles. Consequently, frequencies that are in the range of the satellite speakers will be produced by the subwoofer and can create comb filtering.
Permanent Installation The RSX series loudspeakers are a perfect solution for many fixed installations such as live sound venues, discos, schools, houses of worship, convention centers and airport terminals. The two-way speaker enclosures are extremely versatile for installation as they can be suspended in several different positions by using the twelve fly points. IMPORTANT NOTE: Suspending an RSX loudspeaker should only be done by a qualified, licensed and insured professional sound contractor.
Cable Wiring The RSX series speaker connections are made via the rear panel ¼" and/or Speakon® connectors for easy interface with industry standard cables. Standard, unshielded speaker wire (available at your local pro audio or music store), with either ¼" phone or Speakon connectors and wire gauge of 12–14 AWG is recommended. If your amplifier uses binding posts you can use speaker cables with banana connectors, but be sure to pay attention to the +/– polarity when making the connections.
Technical Specifications Model Power Rating Nominal Impedance Frequency Response Sensitivity (1w @ 1m) Maximum SPL LF Driver HF Driver HF Protection Directivity Enclosure Finish Suspension Transportation Grille Connectors Dimensions (H x W x D) Net Weight Shipping Weight RSX110 200 watts AES 800 watts peak 8 ohms 65 Hz to 17 kHz ±3dB 97 dB 127 dB SPL 10" (254 mm) Celestion woofer with 2" (50 mm) voice-coil Celestion 1” (25 mm) voice-coil compression driver Internal overload Lamp 60° x 90° Trapezoidal, 15 m
Technical Specifications Model Power Rating Nominal Impedance Frequency Response Sensitivity (1w @ 1m) Maximum SPL LF Driver HF Driver HF Protection Directivity Enclosure Finish Suspension Transportation Grille Connectors Dimensions (H x W x D) Net Weight Shipping Weight 153 mm 167 mm 6.5” 350 mm 13.7” 334 mm 13.1” 533 mm 21” 625 mm 24.6” 625 mm 24.6” 387 mm 15.2” 442 mm 17.4” 442 mm 17.4” 389 mm 15.3” 334 mm 13.1” 310 mm 12.2” 387 mm 15.2” 310 mm 12.2” 387 mm 15.2” 387 mm 15.2” 389 mm 15.
Technical Specifications Model Power Rating Nominal Impedance Frequency Response Sensitivity (1w @ 1m) Maximum SPL LF Driver Crossover Directivity Enclosure Finish Suspension Transportation Grille Connectors Dimensions (H x W x D) Net Weight Shipping Weight RSX118S 500 watts AES 2000 watts peak 8 ohms 35 Hz to 150 Hz ±3dB 96 dB 126 dB SPL 1 x 18" mm (483 mm) woofer with 3" mm (76 mm) voice-coil 6 dB/oct LPF @ 150 Hz Omnidirectional Rectangular, 18 mm, 11 layer plywood cabinet Black, Textured Paint n/a 2 x
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