rokit_manual REV E_rokit_manual 2/19/13 10:24 AM Page 1 ROKIT G2 POWERED SERIES NEAR FIELD STUDIO MONITORS USER GUIDE
rokit_manual REV E_rokit_manual 2/19/13 10:24 AM Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION ATTENTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
rokit_manual REV E_rokit_manual 2/19/13 10:24 AM Page 3 Contents Introduction - Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 4 KRK Systems Design Philosophies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 6 System Controls - Connecting Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 8 Installing and Positioning Your Monitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 12 Troubleshooting .
rokit_manual REV E_rokit_manual 2/19/13 10:24 AM Page 4 Introduction Congratulations! Welcome to the all new Generation 2 (“G2”) RoKit Powered Studio Monitor Series from KRK Systems. For years, the RoKit series has been a popular choice for accurate monitoring in studios large and small. Now, the Generation 2 RoKit provides a new standard for even better performance and accuracy, raising the bar once again.
rokit_manual REV E_rokit_manual 2/19/13 10:24 AM Page 5 Unpacking Your RoKit G2 Powered monitor has been carefully inspected and tested before packing and shipping. After unpacking your monitor, carefully inspect it for exterior damage and immediately report any physical damage during transit to your shipping carrier. Save the shipping boxes and all packaging materials in case the unit needs to be returned to your local dealer or KRK Systems, LLC.
rokit_manual REV E_rokit_manual 2/19/13 10:24 AM Page 6 KRK Systems Design Philosophies KRK Systems is the most dedicated monitor company in the world and we are thrilled you have joined our ever growing family of loyal customers. The following information helps explain why we are the most successful monitor company in the world. Our Focus is Your Mix At KRK, our focus has always been to make the most accurate studio monitors available at any price.
rokit_manual REV E_rokit_manual 2/19/13 10:24 AM Page 7 Even More Accurate than Before We took a great monitor series and made it better. Our engineers and listening panel took the Generation 2 RoKit’s speaker voicing to even more accurate levels. What you hear is what you are intended to hear, coloration is not part of the spec. This performance is brought to you by drivers that are custom-designed by our world-class studio monitor engineering team, for clear, low-distortion performance.
rokit_manual REV E_rokit_manual 2/19/13 10:24 AM Page 8 System Controls AMPK00053 AMPK00047 AMPK00050 System Volume The input sensitivity is adjusted with the rear panel mounted System Gain control (counterclockwise reduces sensitivity). Adjustment range is from -30dB to +6dB. Factory preset gain is +6dB, which should suffice for most conditions.
rokit_manual REV E_rokit_manual 2/19/13 10:24 AM Page 9 Connecting Your System IMPORTANT: All connections should be made, all fader and controls should be set at their minimum levels, and all other equipment should be powered prior to powering up your RoKit G2 monitors. NOTE: Ensure that the voltage indicator found in the voltage selector is set to the correct voltage setting for your local supply. Powering On The power On/Off switch is located on the rear panel.
rokit_manual REV E_rokit_manual 2/19/13 10:24 AM Page 10 Installing Your Monitors The close-field monitor, by definition, reduces room interaction. This can be compared to the conventional stereo configuration or the large monitor arrangement in a recording studio where sounds emanating from the monitor or reflecting off ceilings, walls, and floors greatly affect the sound quality.
rokit_manual REV E_rokit_manual 2/19/13 10:24 AM Page 11 Positioning Your Monitors Positioning your monitors correctly in the studio is critical to their performance. Typically, they should be placed so that the listening position is fully “covered” with all monitors resting on the same horizontal plane. A great way to test a monitor for its imaging capability is to play back a CD or DVD recorded acoustically in stereo (or one recorded in surround sound if you have a surround sound set up).
rokit_manual REV E_rokit_manual 2/19/13 10:24 AM Page 12 Mid-Field Configuration – This configuration is similar to the Close-Field configuration. It is normally used with larger monitors or when the monitors are too large or heavy to be placed on the work surface. This set up has the potential for a larger sweet spot and better spatial imaging. Make sure that the monitor is high enough so that the woofer is not obscured by your mixing surface or studio furniture (refer to Figure 2).
rokit_manual REV E_rokit_manual 2/19/13 10:24 AM Page 13 5.1 Channel Surround Sound Configuration Begin by placing the Left and Right front channels 30° from the Center channel and equidistant to the listening position. The Left Surround (rear) and Right Surround (rear) channels should be placed 110° from the Center channel. Their location should also be equidistant from the listening position. The subwoofer is most effective when situated directly below the Center channel.
rokit_manual REV E_rokit_manual 2/19/13 10:24 AM Page 14 Troubleshooting If you’re having trouble, check out these tips... If there is no power, check to see if... • The power cord is plugged into both the IEC socket on the rear panel of the monitor and into the AC mains. The KRK logo on the front face plate will illuminate when the monitor is powered on. • The AC mains voltage is matched to the operating voltage requirements (see Changing Voltage in the Connecting Your System section on page 8).
rokit_manual REV E_rokit_manual 2/19/13 10:24 AM Page 15 The sound quality changes... • Repeat the steps in the Troubleshooting section above before continuing to the next steps. • Disconnect the signal cable at the input of the monitor. With power on, place your ear close to each driver (tweeter/woofer) and listen for noise (i.e. a slight hiss or hum). If there’s absolutely no sound whatsoever, it could be that one or more of the drivers (woofer, tweeter or both) is at fault.
rokit_manual REV E_rokit_manual 2/19/13 10:24 AM Page 16 Shipping Instructions Please read the warranty card that was included in the shipping carton with your product before shipping to KRK Systems. A Return Material Authorization (RMA) from KRK Systems is required before shipping a product to KRK Systems for repair. Your unit wil not be received by the company, nor will any work be done on your unit without this number. Please call KRK at 1-800-444-2766, or email Service@Gibson.com to request your RMA.
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rokit_manual REV E_rokit_manual 2/19/13 10:24 AM Page 18 Specifications (continued) Fuse 5mm x 20mm Rokit 8”, RP8G2 100V-120V 2A-250V Slow Blow 220V-240V 1A-250V Slow Blow Rokit 6”, RP6G2 100V-120V 1.
rokit_manual REV E_rokit_manual 2/19/13 10:24 AM Page 19 Notes
rokit_manual REV E_rokit_manual 2/19/13 10:24 AM Page 20 w w w . k r k s y s . c o m A member of the Gibson family of brands Our mission is to innovate, design and deliver superior audio products that form the bridge between an artistic vision and a realized dream.
