OWNER'S MANUAL
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Important Safety Information ATTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRONIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of noninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
Important Safety Information FCC Notice 1. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference. (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 2. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 RSX112a & RSX115a Rear Panel Layout . . . . . . . . . . 10 RSXM10a & RSXM12a Rear Panel Layout . . . . . . . . . 12 Positioning RSX Loudspeakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Avoiding Feedback . . . . . . . .
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Samson RSX Active professional, powered loudspeaker. The RSX Series product range includes the RSX112a and RSX115a front of house loudspeakers and the RSXM10a and RSXM12a low profile floor monitors. The RSX112a and RSX115a are 2-Way Active Loudspeakers which deliver 1,600 watts of output power with its ultra-efficient, Class D amplifier. Featuring Samson’s R.A.M.P.
Features RSX112a / RSX115a • Lightweight, Class D 2-way active loudspeakers • 1,600 watts of output power • RSX112A: 12” low frequency driver • RSX115A: 15” low frequency driver • 1.75” PETP Celestion compression driver • Time aligned speakers for an ultra-wide, flat frequency response • Samson’s R.A.M.P.
Quick Start 1. Turn the Volume controls on the rear panel fully counterclockwise. 2. Set the EQ switch to the Flat positions. 3. Turn the Power switch OFF. 4. Connect either a line level signal from your mixer (or other audio source) or a microphone to the Input 1 jack or a line level signal to the Input 2 jack on the RSX112a/RSX115a rear panel. If using a microphone, set the Mic/Line Switch to the microphone position. 5.
Quick Start 1. Turn the Volume controls on the rear panel fully counterclockwise. 2. If using as floor monitors set the MONITOR/FOH switch to the MONITOR positions. 3. Turn the Power switch OFF. 4. Connect the Monitor output from your mixer to the Input jack on the RSXM10a/RSXM12a rear panel. 5. If connecting an additional speaker, connect the XLR Line Output of the first speaker to the Input of the second RSXM speaker. 6.
RSX112a & RSX115a Rear Panel Layout 1. XLR and ¼” Input Connector (Input 1) - This combo XLR and ¼” connector accepts either a balanced or unbalanced microphone or line level signal. The ¼” phone input accepts TS or TRS type connectors. 2. VOL Control (Input 1) - This Volume knob adjusts the level of the Input 1 channel. 3. Mic/Line Switch (Input 1) - The MIC position changes the gain of the Input 1 jacks to MIC level. The LINE position reduces the gain of both jacks by 30dB to line level. 4.
RSX112a & RSX115a Rear Panel Layout 10. MIX Output - Male XLR connector used to link multiple speaker cabinets. NOTE: When connecting a loudspeaker to the Line Output of the RSX loudspeaker, it is important to power on the RSX loudspeaker first, then power on the linked speaker. When powering down the system, it is recommended to turn off all linked speakers, then power off the RSX loudspeaker. 11. Power Switch - This rocker switch turns on and off the speaker’s main power.
RSXM10a & RSXM12a Rear Panel Layout 1. XLR and ¼” INPUT Connector - This combo XLR and ¼” connector accepts either a balanced or unbalanced line level signal. The ¼” phone input accepts TS or TRS type connectors. 2. LINE Output - Male XLR connector used to link multiple speaker cabinets. NOTE: When connecting a loudspeaker to the Line Output of the RSXM loudspeaker, it is important to power on the RSXM loudspeaker first, then power on the linked speaker.
Positioning RSX Loudspeakers Speaker Placement The RSX Active Loudspeakers 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.
Positioning RSX Loudspeakers Positioning the RSXM10a/RSXM12a Floor Monitors The RSXM10a/RSXM12a speakers are ideal solutions for stage monitoring thanks to its unique compact, low-profile design. In a large stage monitor system, several speakers can be daisy-chained together using the Line Output. When positioning the monitor, be mindful of the placement of your microphones to help reduce feedback problems. It’s a really good idea to know your microphone’s pick up pattern to choose the right spot.
RSX Series System Setup This example shows a typical PA system using a mixer with a pair of RSX Speakers for the main left and right mix. The left RSX Speaker is connected to an active subwoofer A separate signal from the mixer’s AUX/MONITOR bus is sent to two additional RSXM series monitors.
Permanent Installation The RSX112a and RSX115a loudspeakers are perfect solutions for many fixed installations such as live sound venues, discos, schools, houses of worship, convention centers and airport terminals. The twoway 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.
Cables and Connectors The RSX Active Loudspeakers features balanced inputs and outputs, so connecting balanced and unbalanced signals is acceptable. Whenever possible, use balanced connections to other equipment to suppress interference.
Specifications RSX112A RSX115A Output Power Low Frequency High Frequency RMS Power 650W Peak Power 1300W RMS Power 150W Peak Power 300W Transducers Low Frequency 12” (304 mm) woofer with 2.5” (64 mm) voice-coil High Frequency 15” (380 mm) woofer with 3” (76 mm) voice-coil 1.75” (44 mm) PETP Celestion compression driver Acoustic Performance Frequency Response (-3 dB) 55 Hz to 20 kHz 45 Hz to 20 kHz Maximum SPL (Peak Power) 130 dB SPL @ 1 m 131 dB SPL @ 1 m Coverage Angle (Horz. x Vert.
Specifications RSXM10A RSXM12A Output Power Low Frequency High Frequency RMS Power 350W Peak Power 700W RMS Power 50W Peak Power 100W Transducers Low Frequency 10” (254 mm) woofer with 2” (51 mm) voice-coil High Frequency 12” (304 mm) woofer with 2” (51 mm) voice-coil 1” (25.4 mm) Driver with 1” (25.4 mm) voice-coil Acoustic Performance Frequency Response (-3 dB) 60 Hz to 20 kHz 56 Hz to 20 kHz Maximum SPL (Peak Power) 125 dB SPL @ 1 m 126 dB SPL @ 1 m Coverage Angle (Horz. x Vert.
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