Samson RSX110 Owner's Manual - Key Features

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Summary of RSX110

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    Owner's manual rsx passive loudspeakers rsx112 rsx118s rsx115 rsx215 rsx110

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    Copyright 2013, samson technologies corp. V2.2 samson technologies corp. 45 gilpin avenue hauppauge, new york 11788-8816 phone: 1-800-3-samson (1-800-372-6766) fax: 631-784-2201 www.Samsontech.Com speakon® is a registered trademark of neutrik ag.

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions warning: to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or mois- ture. 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. The lightning flash wi...

  • Page 4: Table of Contents

    4 table of contents introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 key features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 input connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 basic set up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 5: Introduction

    5 rsx passive loudspeakers 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" rsx11...

  • Page 6: Key Features

    6 the rsx series passive speakers are perfectly suited for portable and permanent sound rein- forcement applications. Here are some of their main features: rsx110 (10" two-way passive loudspeaker system) • 200 watts aes / 800 watts peak power handling • 10" (254 mm) celestion low-frequency driver wi...

  • Page 7: Key Features

    7 rsx passive loudspeakers 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 • 1.75" (44 mm) celestion pept high performance compression driver • 60° x 90° horn wit...

  • Page 8: Input Connections

    8 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 r...

  • Page 9: Basic Set Up

    9 rsx passive loudspeakers 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 loudspeake...

  • Page 10: Using Speaker Stands

    10 using speaker stands the rsx110, rsx112, and rsx115 feature standard 1 3 ∕ 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 spe...

  • Page 11: Floor Monitor Positioning

    11 rsx passive loudspeakers 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 moni...

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    12 configuring the rsx118s subwoofer before you start plugging in cables, you should take a minute to decide how you want to inter- face your new rsx118s subwoofer. Most system set-ups fall into one of two categories: monoor stereo sub operation. In most cases, a common (mono) sub bass setup is pref...

  • Page 13: Using An External Crossover

    13 rsx passive loudspeakers 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, fre- quencies that are in the range of the satellite speakers will b...

  • Page 14: Permanent Installation

    14 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 diff...

  • Page 15: Cable Wiring

    15 rsx passive loudspeakers cable wiring tip (signal) signal signal sleeve (ground) ground ground speakon® speakon® + - 1- 1+ 2+ 2- not connected unbalanced 1/4” connector speakon® wiring guide the rsx series speaker connections are made via the rear panel ¼" and/or speakon® connec- tors for easy in...

  • Page 16: Technical Specifications

    16 1120 mm 44” 442 mm 17.4” 310 mm 12.2” 387 mm 15.2” 533 mm 21” 588 mm (40”) 334 mm 13.1” 153 mm 6” 192.4 mm (7.5”) 325 mm 12.8” 625 mm 24.6” 389 mm 15.3” 167 mm 6.5” 350 mm 13.7” 720 mm 28.3” 442 mm 17.4” 310 mm 12.2” 387 mm 15.2” 1120 mm 44” 442 mm 17.4” 310 mm 12.2” 387 mm 15.2” 533 mm 21” 588 m...

  • Page 17: Technical Specifications

    17 rsx passive loudspeakers 1120 mm 44” 442 mm 17.4” 310 mm 12.2” 387 mm 15.2” 533 mm 21” 588 mm (40”) 334 mm 13.1” 153 mm 6” 192.4 mm (7.5”) 325 mm 12.8” 625 mm 24.6” 389 mm 15.3” 167 mm 6.5” 350 mm 13.7” 720 mm 28.3” 442 mm 17.4” 310 mm 12.2” 387 mm 15.2” 1120 mm 44” 442 mm 17.4” 310 mm 12.2” 387 ...

  • Page 18: Technical Specifications

    18 model rsx118s power rating 500 watts aes 2000 watts peak nominal impedance 8 ohms frequency response 35 hz to 150 hz ±3db sensitivity (1w @ 1m) 96 db maximum spl 126 db spl lf driver 1 x 18" mm (483 mm) woofer with 3" mm (76 mm) voice-coil crossover 6 db/oct lpf @ 150 hz directivity omnidirection...

  • Page 19: Notes

    19 rsx passive loudspeakers notes.

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    Samson technologies corp. 45 gilpin avenue hauppauge, new york 11788-8816 phone: 1-800-3-samson (1-800-372-6766) fax: 631-784-2201 www.Samsontech.Com.