Monitor Audio RXFX
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1. BRI e S series owners manual Silver RX Manual indd 2 e 03 06 2009 16 18 09 CONTENTS PAG Important Safety Instructions Recycling RoHS Declaration of Conformity Introduction Positioning AV Positioning 2 Channel Positioning Setting up the RX FX Fixing the RX FX to a Wall Plinth Fixing e Grilles O o o gt N e O e Spiked Foot Fixing 11 Port Bungs 12 Specifications 13 Guarantee and Service 14 Claims Under the Guarantee 14 Data Protection 15 Owner Information 15 EC Declaration of Conformity 16 monitoraudio co uk 1 Silver RX Manual indd 1 e 03 06 2009 16 18 09 PORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS gt ON gt 10 11 12 Please read these instructions Please keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus with water Clean only with a dry cloth Great care and attention has gone into the materials chosen to produce the Silver RX Series A gentle wipe with a dry clean cloth is all that is reguired to remove any dust Treat them as you would a fine piece of furniture because that is how they have been designed To clean the high gloss finishes use our Lacguer Polish that has been developed alongside Auto Glym It can only be purchased from the shop on our web site Do not in2. amp RX8 only The Silver RX spiked foot encorporates a spike for use on carpeted floors and also a soft polymer pad for use on wooden or tiled floors Please ensure there are no hidden wires under the Tm carpet that could be damaged by the spikes ocking Nu The foot comes fully assembled for use on carpeted floors All that is required is fixing into the plinth This is achieved by screwing the feet fully into the 4 threaded insert in the underside of the plinth If your carpet has a very thick pile remove the soft polymer pad from the foot to ensure the spike goes right through the carpet into the floor With great care turn your cabinet the right way up Place the cabinet in your desired location and check that it is level on all sides If it is slightly off level Spike gt unscrew the spike at the lowest point and check again Main Threaded a Assembly Polymer 3 Continue this process until the cabinet is fully level Use the locking nut on the foot to fix the foot in place and to stop any unwanted vibrations For Wooden Hard Hoors Silver RX6 amp RX8 only For use on solid floors or where spikes are inappropriate it is possible to use the foot without the spike insert To use the foot in this manner carefully grip the knurled portion of the spike and rotate anti clockwise to unscrew the spike fully You may find it easier to first remove the polymer pad so as to
3. 13 GUARANTEE AND SERVO To validate your warranty please visit www monitoraudio co uk within 30 days of purchase When you register online you ll gain free entry to our monthly prize draw What s more you ll be the first to hear about the great things happening at Monitor Audio including new products and events This equipment has been fully tested prior to dispatch from the factory Both the craftsmanship and the performance of this product is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for the period of three years from the date of purchase see conditions below provided that the product was supplied by an authorised Monitor Audio retailer under the consumer sale agreement The words consumer sale shall be construed in accordance with section 15 of the supply of goods act 1973 Monitor Audio accepts no responsibility for defects arising from accident misuse abuse wear and tear modification or operation outside of that specified within this instruction manual Neither will responsibility be accepted for damage or loss occurring during transit to or from the parties claiming under this guarantee This guarantee covers both labour and parts The liability of Monitor Audio is limited to the cost of repair or replacement of the defective parts at the discretion of Monitor Audio and under no circumstances extends to consequential losses or damage CLAIMS UNDER THIS GUARANTEE The equipment should be return
4. bass boom from the room then move them slightly further away from the rear corner walls If this is not possible then try the supplied port bungs not included in the RX FX or RX Centre Refer to Page 12 The RX Centre should be positioned so that it is pointing at you in your viewing position and at approximate ear height If it is below or above ear height use some rubber feet small feet supplied to angle it slightly The RX FX s should be positioned in accordance with the below illustrations and approx 2 feet 60cm above ear height when in your listening position Left Centre Right Surround Right Surround Left Rear Rear Surround Surround Left Right 6 silver RX Silver RX Manual indd 6 e 03 06 2009 16 18 11 monitoraudio co uk 7 Silver RX Manual indd 7 e 03 06 2009 16 18 12 EL BIL e 8 silver RX Silver RX Manual indd 8 e 03 06 2009 16 18 13 EL NOTE When using 2 pairs of RX FX in a 7 1 system you need to use the Right speaker for the rear surround left and the Left speaker for the rear surround right This is because of the tweeter phasing 2 Channel Positioning For use in a 2 channel system the listening position and the loudspeakers should form an equilateral triangle The speakers should be positioned approximately 6 10 feet 1 8 3m apart They ideally need to be between 8 18 inches 20 45cm away from the rear and 3 feet 1m fr
5. extension For such a slim easy to position speaker the innovative RX6 is capable of an extraordinarily wide bandwidth enhanced with a natural tonality that breathes ife into every format even HD audio Base plinths are supplied for added stability HXO A feat of ergonomic brilliance by our design team has engineered the greater poise and power of a large three way loudspeaker into the svelte RX8 Its ultra slim front profile hides a slightly deeper cabinet which provides the volume needed for seismic levels of bass from dual 6 bass drivers A single 6 bass mid driver delivers naturally vibrant midrange sound to the most critical part of the audible spectrum while a newly developed C CAM gold dome tweeter smoothly extends high frequency performance Sheer control wide open dynamics and bandwidth compliment the sound of the RX8 a very big speaker disguised as a very slender one Base plinths are supplied for added stability HX Gentre Reproducing up to 6096 of a movie sound track including the critical dialogue content is the job of a centre speaker The exceptional RX Centre proves the old adage that you get out what you put in It has been very finely calibrated to match dynamics and timbre with other RX speakers for a wonderfully open detailed and seamless front sound stage in any RX system configuration We ve tuned the RX Centre s multi driver components to deliver the optimal combination of sonic virtue and size so that the subt
6. highly recommended 2 Where a bookshelf stand mount speaker RX1 amp RX2 is to be used in close proximity 2 50mm to a rear wall such as on a bookshelf positioned in a cabinet or mounted on a wall we recommend fitting the port bungs to the ports This will reduce the bass boom sometimes termed as overhang and assist the loudspeaker to reproduce its best performance under the environmental constraints Boom is generally caused when bass energy from the loudspeaker excites room modes and causes an accentuation at a particular frequency or number of frequencies Where a floor standing loudspeaker RX6 amp RX8 is to be used in close proximity closer than 150mm 6 to a rear wall we recommend fitting the port bungs This will reduce the bass boom sometimes termed as overhang and assist the loudspeaker to reproduce its best performance under these environmental constraints This is caused when bass energy from the loudspeaker excites room modes and causes an accentuation at a particular frequency or number of frequencies Where the loudspeaker has two ports per speaker RX6 and RX8 a further degree of fine tuning is provided In this case you have three options to leave all the ports open point 1 fit the port bungs to the rear ports or to fit a port bung to the front port We recommend that you experiment with fitting the port bungs to the rear port or the front port in succession as the results can vary dependant on
7. room acoustics and positioning The overall bass extension will not be reduced however the bass energy output around the port tuning frequency will be reduced This has the effect of reducing bass boom increasing bass clarity and apparent agility Experimentation is highly recommended 12 silver RX Silver RX Manualindd 12 e 03 06 2009 16 18 18 82 01 69 7 EU LZ 29 6 8812p 97 LZ EL 9 SOL 8089 V N V L GLX 91 2 0LXL WWBBE X 990 X 90 CL X 9I 0LXL WWOLE X 99C X GG V N 91 81 6X VIE VXOL EL OZ L X 00 8 4 X9L LL6LX9I S Z x 009 X 98 6L X OL G LX 91 7 GE WWOSE SBL X 006 9L 6L 6 X BLE Z X9I 8 LIIII09C X 98L X 098 9L EL LEX QI L EX P E VL WWOOE X 052 X 9 6 9 2 6X 9 9 LX9MS GL WWOPC X 98 X ZLE SJ9 J99 s AVO O uus PIN sseg elSH 9 1 10189M INVO O X Sseg 9158 9X sseg 9158 9X WVO O 9 X OAP PIN sseg elSH 9 X SieNup sseg elSd 9 X C 16180V INVO O WWS2 X PIN sseg 9158 9X sseg 9158 9 sNYO D L X PIN sseg elSH 8X sNYO D L X P
8. 3 2 04 95 A1 1998 A2 1998 Electro magnetic compatibility EMC Part 3 Limits Section 2 Limits for harmonic current emissions equipment input current up to and including 16 Ampere per phase EN6100 3 3 01 95 Electro magnetic compatibility EMC Part 3 Limits Section 3 Limits of voltage fluctuations and flicker in low voltage supply systems for equipment with rated current up and including 16 Ampere per phase Signed by Ee Name D S Hartley Position Technical Director Company Monitor Audio Ltd 16 silver RX Silver RX Manual indd 16 D 03 06 2009 16 18 19 Silver RX Manual indd 17 e 03 06 2009 16 18 19 Silver RX Manual indd 18 MONITOR AUDIO design soun Monitor Audio Ltd Unit 2 24 Brook Road Rayleigh Essex 556 7XJ England Tel 44 0 1268 740580 Fax 44 0 1268 740589 Email info monitoraudio co uk monitoraudio co uk Designed in the United Kingdom 2009 Version 1 03 06 2009 16 18 20
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10. anding audio or multi channel systems From a two channel audiophile set up to serious theatre install the Silver RX Series blends versatility performance and style coupled with the ethos of Monitor Audio s long audiophile heritage HX1 The diminutive RX1 is configured to offer an impressively natural rhythmic sound in a beautifully compact and practical form Standing at just 31cm tall the RX1 will deliver faithful crystal clear definition and power from just about anywhere Perfect for music and film sound where space is at a premium the RX1 provides elite Monitor Audio quality to refresh and enliven your system HX2 The larger RX2 is designed as an audiophile compact 2 way speaker having the efficiency and bandwidth of a much larger speaker while being easier to position around the home It offers extended high frequencies to resolve hidden detail coupled with immense dynamic headroom and bass depth so that all the delicacy and drama of your favourite and future music and film sound is revealed 4 silver RX Silver RX Manual indd 4 e 03 06 2009 16 18 10 e HX6 The elegant floor standing RX6 places the new wider bandwidth RX tweeter in concert with freshly designed 6 C CAM bass and 6 C CAM bass mid drivers to form a balanced two and a half way system Separate chambers are utilised within the enclosure to provide differential tuning for the 6 drivers producing higher efficiency and exceptional ow frequency
11. ed in its original packaging to the original supplier where possible or to any other authorised Monitor Audio dealer If it is not possible to return the equipment by hand then it should be sent carriage prepaid via a reputable carrier If the original packing is not available replacement packaging can be purchased from Monitor Audio If you have any difficulties complying with these requirements please contact us at the following address Customer Service Tel 44 0 1268 740580 Monitor Audio Ltd Fax 44 0 1268 740589 24 Brook Road Internet www monitoraudio co uk Rayleigh Email info monitoraudio co uk Essex 556 7XJ England This guarantee does not affect the statutory rights of the consumer under UK law 14 silver RX Silver RX Manual indd 14 e 03 06 2009 16 18 19 EL DATA PROTECTION We at Monitor Audio are committed to respecting the wishes and privacy of our customers Any information you provide will be held in the strictest confidence and only used within the Monitor Audio organisation for the provision of services such as warranty claims or spare parts We may wish to contact you in the future to ensure you are happy with the products and standards of service we provide and to keep you up to date with the latest products and promotions we have to offer Should you wish not to be contacted by us either by post e mail or phone please tick the box on the wa
12. environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources Instead it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to designated WEEE collection point for recycling The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a gem manner that protects human health and the environment For more specific information about where you can take your equipment for recycling please contact your local city council office your local waste disposal service or the outlet where you purchased your Silver RX product ROHS DECLABATION OF CONFORMITY Directive 2002 95 EC of the European Parliament and of the Council on RoHS the reduction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and COMPLIANT electronic equipment January2003 Background The RoHS directive restricts the use of Lead Pb Cadmium Cd Mercury Hg hexavalent Chromium CrVI polybrominated biphenyl PBB compounds and polybrominated diphenyl ether PBDE compounds in electrical and electronic equipment sold in the European Union monitoraudio co uk 3 Silver RX Manual indd 3 e 03 06 2009 16 18 10 INTRODUCTION The new Silver RX Series builds on the huge success of the award winning Silver RS Series by incorporating advanced technolog
13. gain more purchase on the spike The pad should be replaced before carrying out the levelling operation described above monitoraudio co uk 11 Silver RX Manual indd 11 e 03 06 2009 16 18 18 PORT BUNGS WARNING Care must be taken not to insert the port bungs too far into the port as this may result in the foam bung being lost inside the cabinet If the loudspeaker is to be used in a small room typically 9 sgM 80 sgFT or a room that is known to reproduce accentuated bass response it may be desirable to fit the port bungs However before this is done it is worth experimenting with the positioning of the loudspeaker in the room To reproduce the optimum performance from the loudspeaker it is important to make sure the loudspeaker is not positioned too close to a wall typically 150mm 6 from the back of the cabinet or near corners of a room typically 1M 3FT If the room is larger than detailed above and no problems are known please read point 1 If the positioning of the loudspeaker is predetermined by room aesthetics or layout please move on and read point 2 for the RX1 RX2 and point 3 for the RX6 RX8 1 If you can adhere to the room characteristics detailed above we recommend that you do not fit the port bungs to achieve the best performance However you may feel that by fitting the bungs even under these circumstances provides you with a degree of fine tuning to suite particular taste Experimentation is
14. ies developed from the prestigious Platinum and Gold Signature Series It s the blend of these advanced technologies that makes the new RX Series so unique with performance to eclipse that of its predecessor Honed from the renowned C CAM material the new RST cone profile has been designed and refined using hi tech computer simulation to reduce cone break up and provide purer more natural mid range clarity The rigid non magnetic cast polymer chassis incorporates venting to keep the driver cool as well as reduce internal pressure resulting in the ability to play louder and cleaner new C CAM gold dome tweeter has been optimised to propel high frequency performance to beyond 35kHz enabling the full potential of current and future wide bandwidth High Definition audio and cinema formats HiVe ll port design has been introduced providing clean powerful bass and superior transient response Single bolt through driver technology has also been employed to enhance cabinet rigidity by providing additional bracing whilst maintaining consistent tension for the driver This in turn reduced excessive vibration from the driver and cabinet together giving lower colouration across the entire frequency spectrum Stylish magnetic grilles have no visible fixings and provide clean overall visuals adding to the simplicity and refinement of the smooth overall appearance The Silver RX range has all the necessary ingredients to build the most dem
15. lety of whispers and the explosive force of action scenes are conveyed with equal priority by a compact design that s perfect for the role RX FX The surround sound that leaks from televisions is a very poor substitute for the all embracing edge of the seat excitement that s possible from a properly designed and equalised home theatre system The perennial problem has been integration with living space Monitor Audio s space efficient RX speakers effortlessly enhance any d cor but the real deal maker is the matching wall hugging RX FX surround speaker Discreet enough to be flush mounted on side or rear walls the RX FX design will blend with the system to provide a convincing enveloping timbre consistent surround sound that places you at the heart of the action It s also immensely flexible and can be set up for direct or diffuse sound effects at the flick of a switch monitoraudio co uk 5 Silver RX Manual indd 5 e 03 06 2009 16 18 10 POSITIONING AV Positioning In the following pages there are illustrations showing optimal positioning and some suggested room layouts for AV applications For advice on configuring a 2 channel system please refer to page 9 The front and in some cases rear floor standing and stand mount speakers should be positioned approx 6 9 feet apart 1 8m 2 5m and start with them about 10 inches 25cm from the wall If when playing music the sound is too bass heavy or there is
16. loor area is clear of any hard sharp objects To fit the e plinth turn the cabinet over so that the bottom is facing upwards Then place the plinth onto the cabinet ensuring the plinth is orientated correctly lining up the bolt holes in the plinth with the inserts in the cabinet Using the bolts secure the plinth to the cabinet Tighten them up gradually at first and ensure the plinth is fitted securely to the cabinet Fit the feet to the plinth before turning the loudspeaker back over Please read the instructions opposite The spikes are used to improve sound quality and bass performance GRILLES All of the Silver RX speakers come with grilles covered in acoustically transparent cloth The grilles are held invisibly in place by magnets in both the grille and the cabinet except RX FX To fit them firstly ensure they are the correct way up badge at the bottom and offer them up to the cabinet The magnets should them pull it into position The RX FX comes with the grilles factory fitted If you wish to remove them carefully prize them away from the cabinet with the tips of your fingers There are three separate grilles fitted to each RX FX cabinet CAUTION Do not lift or move the loudspeaker with the grilles fitted If any movement needs to be done please remove the grilles first 10 silver RX Silver RX Manual indd 10 e 03 06 2009 16 18 14 EL 1 e SPIKED FOOT For Carpeted Hloors Silver RX6
17. om the side walls Experimentation is strongly advised when initially setting up your speakers as environments and personal preference differ with each installation If there is not enough bass for example then try moving your speakers closer to a wall The opposite if there is too much bass Also see the information on page 12 refering to Port Bungs If you are loosing stereo imaging try toeing them in slightly The sound should appear to originate from the centre point between the speakers not the actual speakers themselves SETTING UP THE RX The Silver RX FX s are paired but specifically right hand and left hand units Of which both can be configured to bi pole normal operation or di pole modes The factory setting is bi pole In bi pole mode all speaker units mid bass unit and tweeters are in phase This feature is designed for when the RX FX is set up as a rear surround speaker in a typical 5 1 channel system or alternatively in a 7 1 channel system without a second pair of RX FX s for rear surround duties In di pole mode the front firing tweeters are out of phase with the other tweeter and mid bass unit It is best to implement this configuration when using the two pairs RX FX as part of a 7 1 channel system with the RX FX s taking up positions on the side and rear walls Please note that the RX FX s are left and right handed This is not an issue when used in bi pole mode It is essential that the
18. rranty form on the web site Alternatively you can request not to be contacted in future by writing to Customer Service at the address above OWNER INFORMATION Product Details Dealer Details lt lt _ 9 2 9 99 X EGE 6 6 _ _ gt gt _ eeu 0 6 V I I gt V titan Gasa Telephone Monitor Audio reserves the right to alter specifications without notice monitoraudio co uk 15 Silver RX Manual indd 15 e 03 06 2009 16 18 19 _ EC Declaration of Conformity We Monitor Audio Ltd 24 Brook Road Rayleigh Essex 556 7XJ 09 England Declare in own responsibility that the Silver RX products described in this manual is in compliance with Technical Standards Council Directives LVD 2006 95 EC Low Voltage Directive EN60065 2002 A1 2006 Safety requirements for mains operated electronic and related apparatus for household and similar use EMC 89 336 EEC Electro Magnetic Compatibility EN55013 08 90 12 08 94 13 12 96 Limits and methods of measurement of radio disturbance characteristics of broadcast receivers and associated equipment EN55020 12 94 A11 12 96 Electro magnetic immunity of broadcast receivers and associated equipment EN61000
19. stall near any heat source such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Only use attachments accessories specified by Monitor Audio Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by monitor Audio or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen onto the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and that no object filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus This exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance silver RX Silver RX Manualindd 2 e 03 06 2009 16 18 10 E OYCLNG Correct Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Eguipment WEEE by User in Private Households in the EU This symbol on the product or accessories indicates that they must not be disposed of with your household wastes throughout the EU To prevent possible harm to the
20. y are positioned correctly if used in a 7 1 channel system Please refer to the positioning section on page 8 ensure that the speaker wires are disconnected from your loudspeakers This helps to protect your amplifier NOTE Before changing your RX FX s from bi pole mode to di pole mode please monitoraudio co uk 9 Silver RX Manual indd 9 e 03 06 2009 16 18 14 ID FIXING THE RX FX A WALL CAUTION You will need to determine where the RX FX will be fixed and the structure of the wall For safety reasons if you are unsure of your ability to provide a secure and safe fixing do not attempt to fix these speakers to your wall please obtain the services of a competent and qualified trades person where the wall brackets are going to be secured Work from secure steps and avoid 1 CAUTION Ensure that there are no water pipes or electricity cables running behind trailing wires We do not supply wall fixing screws and plugs with the RX FX Please use suitable fixings for the type of wall construction the RX FX s will be fixed to To fix your RX FX s to the wall we would recommend using the wall fixing template enclosed within the packaging carton PLINTH AXING RX6 amp RX8 only The Silver RX6 amp RX8 s are provided with plinths to improve stability and acoustic response The plinths are secured in place by using the supplied M8 bolts e Before you fit the plinth ensure the f
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