rokit g3 powered series near field studio monitors
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1. NOTE The studio monitors will take break in time to achieve optimum sonic performance Under moderate use play a favorite album between 15 to 25 hours 3 SYSTEM SETUP Overall system setup is crucial to avoid unnecessary room acoustic interaction room s natural acoustics may alter the sound level at various frequencies due to abnormal dampening or reflections Follow the checklist below for more details Y The system setup studio monitors and work table should be placed within the front 1 3 of the room Doing so will reduce reflection buildup of peak frequencies y The left and right sides of the system setup should be centered an equal distance from the left and right walls This will produce even mid and low frequency response and preserve stereo imaging Avoid a listening position your ears that is closer than 1 meter 3 feet from any wall Also avoid large objects such as lamps or decorations near the studio monitor and listening position Y Diffusers and absorption material in the corners and back of a room will help remove room interaction by preventing reflections Carpeting will help prevent reflections from hard floor surfaces y Studio monitor isolators foam or rubber pads will help remove low frequency coupling between the stands and desk Low frequency coupling will cause the stand or desk to vibrate causing unwanted sounds Y A low noise floor no outside interference from refrigerators o2. 6dB as shipped from the factory and adjust the input level from your audio source Use the volume knob to match the left and right studio monitors HF LEVEL ADJUST 46 6 a HF ADJUSTMENT The High Frequency adjustment may be used to tailor a listening style preference The factory setting is flat knob is in the OdB position LF ADJUSTMENT The Low Frequency adjustment may be used to Leve avwust adjust for the room acoustics and personal preference Room acoustics 4 may dictate which type of adjustment you need to make to retain the a proper frequency response from the studio monitor For example placement near a wall or corner will boost the low frequencies Large Room 208 Open Space Normal 048 flat Full Room Against the Wall 1dB Half Room Corner of a Room 2dB Quarter Room Note that results may vary The factory setting is flat knob is in the 0dB position BALANCED INPUT The XLR amp TRS input jack is connected to your audio equipment outputs such as a mixing console or audio interface Only connect one input source at a time UNBALANCED INPUT The RCA input jack is connected to your audio bh equipment outputs such as an audio interface computer DJ gear and mobile device Only connect one input source at a time Inlet Socket is used to provide power to the studio monitor Below the socket is a fuse holder that contains two fuses one spare
3. ROKIT pair contains a left and right side Confirm which ROKIT has no power Move the power cable from the working ROKIT to the ROKIT with no power If the no power ROKIT is now on the previously used power cable is the problem and needs to be replaced If there 5 still no power follow the checklist Check to see if the AC outlet is operating Remove the power cord and replace with a known functional electronic device such as a lamp or charger for a mobile device Check that the fuse has not blown Remove all power cords and signal cables from the ROKIT With a flat head screwdriver remove the fuse cover and inspect the fuse the filament wire should not be broken If the fuse is blown replace it with the spare fuse located in the fuse holder If the fuse blows again contact customer service Check that the rear panel of the ROKIT is not hot Usage in direct sunlight a hot room with poor airflow or excessive use at maximum levels may cause the unit to overheat and go into thermal protection Turn off the power and allow the ROKIT to cool down If this is not the problem contact customer service A ROKIT pair contains a left and right side Confirm which ROKIT has the bad sound Verify that both left and right ROKIT s have identical knob settings Then simply move the audio signal cable from the working ROKIT to the bad sound ROKIT If the bad sound ROKIT produces good sound the previously
4. gives you specific rights which vary from state to state o from county to country For further information write Customer Service Dept Gibson Customer Service 309 Plus Park Blvd Nashville TN 37217 Or cll 1 800 4GIBSON 1 800 444 2766 e mall servicesgibson com This document is copyright protected No part of this manual may be copied or reproduced in any form without prior written consent from GIBSON BRANDS INC GIBSON BRANDS INC shall not be liable for operational technical or editorial errors omissions made in this document ROKIT G3 SERIES USER GUIDE REV B 2013 GIBSON BRANDS INC 2
5. matches the studio monitor should state 100V 110 120V or 220 240V HF LEVEL ADLUST Determine the audio input signal that will be used with the studio monitors and connect the audio cable not included to the appropriate input Typical connections direct to a computer or DJ gear will use the unbalanced RCA input Connection to an audio interface or mixer will use either a balanced 14 TRS or XLR input Set the volume on the input device mixer audio interface or computer to minimum level The HF and LF LEVEL ADJUST are set at OdB factory setting The VOLUME is set at 6dB factory setting Set the POWER switch to ON position Play an audio track and slowly bring up the volume on the input device mixer audio interface or computer to an acceptable listening level INTRODUCTION Welcome to the new KRK Systems Generation 3 ROKIT studio monitor the world s most respected manufacturer of studio reference monitors In our state of the art design facility we create products that deliver a natural and balanced spectral response with low distortion and superior imaging With KRK Systems studio monitors recording engineers and artists hear every nuance of the audio being reproduced SYSTEM CONTROLS soe VOLUME Volume knob sets the input system gain The usual scenario is to set the knob at the maximum setting
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7. USER GUIDE GUIDE DE L UTILISATEUR GU A DEL USUARIO ROKIT G3 POWERED SERIES NEAR FIELD STUDIO MONITORS ROK T SYSTEMS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Rend instructions Al the safety and operating instructos should be read before he product Is operated 2 Retain instructions The safety and operating instructions shuld be retained for future reference 3 Heed Warnings All wamings on the product and In the operating instructions should be adhered to 4 Follow Instructions Al operating and use instructions should be fotowed 5 Cleaning Unplug this product rom the wall before dearing Do quid cleaners or erosol cleaners Use a damp doth for dearing 6 Attachments Do not use not recommended by the produ manufacturer as they may cause hazards 7 Water and Moisture Do not use ths product near water for example near a bath tb wash bow kachen sink or laundry nibs in a wet basement or near a svimning poot and the 1 Accessories 09 not place ths product on an unstable cart stand pd bracket ar table The product may fal causing eros injury to a or and damage o produc Use any wth 3 Stand wipod bracket or table recommended bythe manufacture or sold Wih the product Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturers inswuctons and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacture 3 Cart A product and cart combination shouldbe moved wit
8. ate can be found at the rear panel of the aparatus 1 reduce the rsk of Are or shock do not expose this apparatus to The apparatus hal not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects wth such as vases shal be placed on apparatus Mains plug 8 used as disconnect device and R shouid remain rey operable during intended use In order to disconnect the apparatus from the mains complete the mains plug shouid be disconnected from the mains socket outlet completely Sater shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine fre or the te An appilance with a protective earth terminal shoud be connected to a mansoutet a protectie earth connection At the end of susie this product must not be disposed of with regular household waste but must be tured to a collection point for the 1 of elec and electronic equipment The symbol on the roduc users manual and packaging point this out The can be reused in accordance with their markings Through re se og of a materiais or other forms of recyding 9 old products you are making an important convibution 1o the protection of our Your administrative offce can advise you of the responsible waste QUICK SETUP Set the POWER switch to OFF Connect the AC power cord provided to the AC inlet socket on the studio monitor and power outlet Incorrect AC voltage may damage the studio monitor Make sure the AC power outlet
9. ed into the IEC socket on the rear of the ROKIT and into the AC outlet The KRK logo on the front of the ROKIT will illuminate when the power switch is on The ROKIT can be in an auto mute condition The auto mute engages after 30 minutes of no activity To take the ROKIT out of the mute condition simply play audio to the input of the ROKIT If the KRK logo does not illuminate see box on the right Or proceed with the box below ROKIT pair contains a left and right side Confirm which ROKIT produces no sound Verify that both left and right ROKIT s have identical knob settings Then simply move the audio signal cable from the working ROKIT to the non working ROKIT If the non working ROKIT now produces sound the previously used cable is the problem and needs to be replaced If there is still no sound proceed with the next step Check the audio source The audio source can range from 8 laptop computer to a mixer or audio interface On all audio source devices verify if there is a mute feature and confirm it is not active Also check if there is a balance control and that it is set to middle Play a continuous audio signal such as a loop or song and slowly increase the volume on the audio source If the ROKIT still has no sound or bad sound follow the checklist y Check that the audio source is indeed playing an audio signal to both left and right channels and the sound is not bad For example verify audio is heard o
10. en replacement parts are required be sure the Service technician used replacement parts 9 by the Imanufacurer or have the same charactersties as the original part Unauthorized substutons may resu in fre electric shock or other hazards 21 Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product ask the technician 1o perform safety ches wo determine that the products in proper operating condon The with arrowhead symbol within an quier tangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sult magnitude to conste a risk of shock to persons The exclamation point within an equlatersl tangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance serving intucions In the erature accompanying the appilance ATTENTION THE EQUIPMENT MUST BE CONNECTED TO AN EARTHED MAINS SOCKET To maintain proper venation e sure to leave a space around the unit om the largest dimensions nding projections than equ to or greater than shown below Top tom Fon Reas Right Sides 10cm cAUTION Changes or modifications to this equipment ot expres approved by KRK SYSTEMS for complance could void the user s to operate this equipment CAUTION To prevent shock match wide blade of plug to wide slot ut insert Marking and rating pl
11. h lt stops excessive foree aa Uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to veri 16 Ventilation Sots and openings in the cabinet are provided for vennlation to ensure rable operation of the product and to protect it fom overheating These pening must not pe blacked or covered The openings shouid never be placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other simlar surface This product should not be placed In a instalation such as 8 bookcase or rack unless proper vention is provided or the manufacturers instructions have been adhered to Power Sources This product should be operated oniy from the ype al source Indicated on the maing label and connected to a MAINS Socket outlet with a protective earthing connection H you are not sure of the type of pomer supply to your home consult your product dealer or lacal power company 12 Power Cord Protection Powersupply cords should be routed so that they a not ely to be walked on or pinched By items placed upon or against them paying partclr attention to cords at plug convenience recaptcs and te point where tey eat from the product 19 Mains Plug Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device the disconnect device shall remain opera Lightning For protection for this product during bghining storm or when is left unattended and unused for long periods of tne plug rom the wal and di
12. ill help us guarantee that you are kept up to date on our latest advances FOR MERCHANDISE PURCHASED FROM AN AUTHORIZED GIBSON PRO AUDIO DISTRIBUTOR OUTSIDE OF THE US PLEASE CONTACT THE DISTRIBUTOR FROM WHOM YOU PURCHASED YOUR MERCHANDISE FOR TO REGISTER YOUR WARRANTY AND FOR HANDLING AND RESOLUTION OF ALL WARRANTY RELATED ISSUES Gibson Pro Audio Warranty fat any time your Gibson Pro Audio product malfunctions as a result of faulty materials or workmanship Gibson Pro Audio or one of Gibson Pro Audio s Authorized Service Centers in the US will repair the defect or replace the merchandise as it deems appropriate at its sole discretion Warranty Period from date of Purchase as listed on the Bill of Sale Three 3 years from al studio monitors One 1 year all headphones computer audio devices including room correction devices Gibson will warrant all replacement parts and repairs for ninety 90 days from the date of original shipment In the unlikely event that your merchandise is destroyed lost or damaged beyond repair while in the possession of Gibson or one of Gibson Pro Audio s Authorized Service Centers for repair Gibson wall replace that merchandise with one of the same or most similar style of a value not in excess of the original Purchase price of your merchandise Any insurance covering the merchandise including but not limited to collector s value insurance must be carried by owner at owner s expense For the fastest and safest me
13. n the built in speakers of a laptop Or connect headphones to the headphone jack of the mixer or audio interface If there is still no sound than the audio source is the problem Consult the audio source s literature for more information Check that the cable used between the audio source and ROKIT is being used in the correct application and that it is fully inserted into the socket For additional information on signal cables and connections visit www krksys com Inspect the cable for any frays or visible damage Often a bend near the plug end will cause damage to the cable and has to be replaced The ROKIT s XLR and TRS will accept a balanced signal If you are connected with a unbalanced signal to the ROKIT through the XLR and TRS be sure that PIN2 is the signal and PIN1 amp 3 are tied together at the source end y Check another input on the ROKIT This will require a different cable For example if you have a mixer connected to a ROKIT with a XLR or 14 TRS cable try another route and connect the mixer to the ROKIT with an RCA cable If there is still no sound please contact customer service there is sound and it 5 bad excessive hum and ter Verify the ROKIT is the correct model for the AC power outlet The ROKIT is available in different models for regions that have 100VAC 110 120VAC and 220 240VAC power outlets A mismatch can cause damage to the ROKIT and should be replaced with the correct model
14. nction of your Gibson Pro Audio merchandise the Dealer or Owner must call Customer Service 1 800 4GIBSON 1 800 444 2766 and obtain a Return Authorization number from the customer service agent No merchandise may be returned to Gibson without such prior Return Authorization and the Return Authorization number must be written on the outside of the shipping package The Customer Service agent will provide the address and additional shipping instructions Owner must ship the merchandise freight and insurance pre paid to the address provided by the customer service representative Only Authorized Gibson Pro Audio Service Centers may perform warranty service and any service performed by unauthorized persons will void this warranty Gibson disclaims liability for defects or damage caused by services performed by unauthorized Persons or non warranty service not performed by Gibson or an Authorized Gibson Pro Audio Service Center When contacting Gibson you must include a complete written description of the malfunction of the merchandise Following its inspection of merchandise upon its arrival Gibson or the Authorized Gibson Pro Audio Service Center will advise you or your dealer of the approximate date of completion The repaired merchandise or part will be returned to you or your dealer freight collect insured No representative or other person is authorized to assume for Gibson any liability except as stated in this warranty This warranty
15. r fans is important to prevent the masking of low frequency detail Rattles due to studio monitor playback should be removed as well Within the system setup the studio monitors and listening placement should be positioned in a near field configuration as follows The left and right studio monitors should be approximately 1 to 1 5 meters 3 to 5 feet apart and directed at a 60 degree angle towards the listening location Measure the distance between the left and right studio monitors and note the listening position is equal distance to both sides This will form an equilateral triangle It is important that both left and right studio monitors are level matched The ROKIT is a two way studio monitor with a tweeter producing high frequencies and a woofer producing mid and low frequencies in one enclosure In between the tweeter and woofer is the acoustic axis point where the full frequency range comes together The ideal location for the acoustic axis point is located at ear level in the listening position It is acceptable to angle the studio monitors so the acoustic axis is in the correct direction Basic Trouble Shooting If you have a problem and are using a pair of ROKITs check whether both ROKITs have the problem If both ROKITs have the problem it is likely not the speakers Focus on your setup Verify there is power to the ROKIT The power switch needs to be in the on position The power cord should be firmly plac
16. rchandise return please use the original shipping carton and packaging materials Gibson cannot be responsible for any damages incurred during the shipping process due to poor or inadequate packing THIS WARRANTY IS EXTENDED TO THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER ONLY AND MAY NOT BE TRANSFERRED OR ASSIGNED TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS IN ORDER TO VALIDATE YOUR WARRANTY AND AS A CONDITION PRECEDENT TO WARRANTY COVERAGE HEREUNDER YOU MUST REGISTER YOUR WARRANTY WITHIN FIFTEEN 15 DAYS FOLLOWING THE ORIGINAL DATE OF PURCHASE YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE OR SALES RECEIPT MUST ACCOMPANY ALL REQUESTS FOR WARRANTY COVERAGE This warranty is subject to the following limitations THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER 1 Any merchandise that has been altered or modified in any way or upon which the serial number has been tampered with or altered 2 Any merchandise whose warranty card has been altered or upon which false information has been given 3 Any merchandise that has been damaged due to misuse negligence or improper operation 4 Any merchandise that has been damaged by accident flood fire ightening or other acts of God 5 Shipping damage of any kind 6 Any merchandise that has been subjected to extremes of humidity or temperature Any merchandise that has been purchased from an unauthorized dealer or upon which unauthorized repair or service has been performed GIBSON MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARR
17. sconnect the antenna or cable system Tris wil prevent damage to the product due to and powerine surges 15 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as scan result ina rik of reo elec shock 16 ame Sources No naked flame sources such as lighted candies shouid be placed on the product 12 Object and Liquid Entry Never push abjects af any kind into this product trough openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or that could result m a ire or electric shock Never spil ot any kind on the product 1 Loudspeakers Excessive sound pressure from loudspeakers can cause loss 19 Damage Requiring Service Ungl this product from the wall outlet and refer to qualified service personnel under the folowing When the poweruppiy cond ar plug ls damaged B hu has en sl or objects have falen into the product Mun product has been exposed to rain or water d 1f the product does not operate normaly by folowing the operating Instructions Adjust on those cortos that are covered by the operating Instructions as an Improper adjustment of other conols may result in damage and wil often require extensive work by a qual to estore the product to s normal operation tn produc has been dropped or damaged in any way When the product 5 a distinct change in perlomancethis Indicates a need for service 20 Replacement Parts Wh
18. used cable is the problem and needs to be replaced If there is still bad sound proceed with the next step y Disconnect the audio signal cable from the rear panel of the ROKIT With the ROKIT powered on listen for the bad sound i e a slight hiss or hum If the bad sound is no longer there the problem is not the ROKIT and the audio source should be checked Signal cables should not be mixed with power cables If the ROKIT still has bad sound follow the checklist below and review the Check the audio source box Check that the AC outlet is not connected to any electronics that can induce noise into the power line such as light dimmers neon signs motors or climate control devices such as heaters air conditioners or humidifiers These devices should not be using the same AC circuit as the audio equipment If the problem persists look into adding AC conditioning equipment to clean the noise from the AC outlet or contact customer service Check that all audio equipment is connected to the same ground point This means both studio monitors and audio source laptop mixer audio interface are connected to the same AC outlet ground point WARRANTY Thank you for choosing one of KRK Systems a Gibson family o brands product Your satisfaction is extremely important to us We proudly stand behind the quality of our work and appreciate that you put your trust in us Registering your merchandise w
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