Definitive Technology UIW RCS II User manual

Definitive Technology’s
UltimatePerformance
ArchitecturalSpeakers
“Trulyoutstanding!”
—Home Theater Magazine

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efinitive Technology’s total commitment to uncompromised sonic superiority has made us the leader in high perfor-
mance loudspeakers. We are pleased to introduce our architectural loudspeakers. This extensive line of reference-
quality loudspeakers offers the highest level of sonic performance and construction quality. They are designed for
easy in-wall/in-ceiling installation in homes as well as commercial spaces. Sound quality, of course, is extraordi-
nary and the speakers have been voiced for warm, rich sonic reproduction by Definitive engineers to the same
state-of-the-art, high-end standards as all Definitive loudspeakers.
These Remarkable Systems Feature:
•Absolute State-of-the-Art Sonic Performance for Music
and Home Theater Perfection
• Low Diffraction Driver/Baffle Interface
•Easy-to-Install Metal Pivoting Dog Mounting System
•Ultra-Wide Dispersion for a Huge, Rich, Lifelike
Soundfield Throughout Your Room
•PureAluminum Dome Tweeters w/Silk Surrounds
•Rigid Non-Resonant Glass-Filled Low Profile Frames
• Cast-Basket Bass/Midrange Drivers (except 63/A& 83/A)
•Beautiful Decorator-Approved Designer Styling
• Mounting Templates and Paint Masks Included
• Optional New Construction Rough-In KitsAvailable
•Easy-to-Paint and Moisture-Resistant
•Five-Year Parts and Labor Warranty (UIWs)
We offer a wide range of ultimate performance round, rectangular, bipolar,
dual-channel and outdoor speakers which are perfect to suit your every archi-
tectural need (and your decorator’s too). These critically acclaimed loudspeak-
ers have been painstakingly engineered to ensure that they achieve the same
level of superior sonic performance as our flagship floor-standing speakers,
which are renowned for offering the finest sound quality possible. In addition,
their subtle and understated, but beautifully sculpted, upgraded styling will
complement any decor. Our architectural speakers utilize the same state-of-
the-art components and technologies developed for our top-of-the-line speak-
ers including high-definition cast-basket bass/midrange drivers and pure alu-
minum dome tweeters. One listen and you will know they are the finest sound-
ing architectural in-wall/in-ceiling and outdoor speakers in the world.
The Sonic Superiority of Definitive’sArchitectural Speakers
The most striking difference you will hear when you listen to Definitive
speakers is the extremely big, open quality to the sound. Smooth natural sound
is produced with a lifelike, three-dimensional character that really brings
music and movies to life. It is as if the music or cinematic action is actually
being performed live in your home. Of course their performance by all mea-
surable parameters is superb, but it is their almost magical ability to suspend
disbelief and recreate the illusion of a live performance which really sets our
architectural speakers apart.And so does the way their velvety smooth high-
definition midrange, crystal clear high frequencies, and deep, tight and impact-
ful bass perfectly blend into an ultra-coherent wide-dispersion soundfield
which will fill your home with sonic perfection.
Our High-Definition Cast-Basket Bass/Midrange Drivers
All our architectural speakers (except the UIW 63/Aand UIW 83/A) utilize
Definitive-developed high-definition cast-basket bass/midrange drivers for sig-
nificant performance advantages in the areas of bass reproduction, lifelike
midrange clarity and dynamic range. These sophisticated drivers are engineer-
ing marvels which incorporate deeply drawn mineral-filled homopolymer
cones, combined with butyl rubber dustcaps and surrounds, high-temperature
vented voice coils and massive magnet structures. This combination of fea-
tures assures high-definition, superb transient response, high-efficiency, high-
power handling and extended linear response. In addition, the aerodynamical-
ly designed, magnetically inert, non-resonant cast baskets minimize reflections
of the sound radiating from the back of the cones and preserve structural and
magnetic integrity.
Definitive’s Moving-Coil PureAluminum Dome Tweeters
The accuracy of high frequency reproduction really sets apart a great loud-
speaker. The Definitive-developed magnetic fluid-cooled moving-coil pure
aluminum dome tweeters are of a unique design that synergistically brings
together the performance advantages of metal domes (greater clarity) and soft
domes (smoother sound and better dampening) in one state-of-the-art tweeter
design. The pure aluminum dome is specially annealed (to “relax” the crystal
structure) and acoustically loaded by a precisely configured acoustic phase
plug/lens (to assure perfectly controlled, absolutely linear movement). In addi-
tion, the unique silk surround provides better dampening and wave termina-
tion. The audible benefits of all this highly advanced engineering include vel-
vety smooth extended high frequency response (beyond 30 kHz), greatly
reduced distortion, improved transient response, notably higher definition and
crystal clear lifelike clarity.
Non-Resonant Low-Diffraction Baffles Maintain Sonic Purity
Aspeaker’s baffle, as well as the driver/baffle interface, plays a large part
in its sonic performance. Diffraction, or the secondary radiation of sound
caused by driver and baffle edges and other protrusions and surface anomalies,
can color the sound and impart a boxy coloration.
The UIWs andAW Series speakers are carefully engineered to minimize
diffraction problems. In addition, the resonant vibration of a speaker baffle can
also impart coloration. We engineer the baffles for maximum stiffness and
mold them from a special glass-filled polymer compound in order to eliminate
baffle resonance which would otherwise interfere with the pure sound pro-
duced by Definitive’s high-definition drivers. Finally, a special wall clamping
system was designed which uses special high-tension clamps (and more of
them) in order to further stiffen the baffle and eliminate unwanted resonance.
The Sonic Benefits of our Extraordinary Bipolar UIW Speakers
Definitive Technology is famous for our high-end, floor-standing bipolar speak-
ers. They have two complete sets of drivers which face in different directions and
radiate sound in an omnidirectional pattern, the way sound is radiated in real life.
We make two bipolar in-wall/in-ceiling loudspeakers, the UIW BP/Aand UIW
BPZ/A, which provide you with a lifelike balance of early-arrival information
(giving focus, clarity and location data) and properly delayed-arrival information
(enhancing spaciousness and conveying the lush three-dimensional soundstage of a
live music or cinematic performance). The bipolars literally immerse you in a
soundfield which is rich, warm, ultra-clear and vibrantly alive. In addition, the
wide-dispersion characteristics of our bipolar speakers assure a superb panorama
of lifelike sound for every listener in your room, wherever they sit or stand.
The UIW bipolars are perfect for use anywhere you want a high-performance,
flush-mount architectural speaker, and they are clearly the in-wall or in-ceiling
speakers of choice for side surrounds, rear surrounds or center rear surrounds for
Dolby Digital*, Dolby Surround* or any home theater surround sound system.
Choose Our Ultimate Performance Architectural Speakers
for a Spectacular Built-in Home Theater System
In addition to bringing music into every room in your house, Definitive UIW
speakers are perfect for a spectacular-sounding, high-performance home theater
system. Choosing the perfect system is easy because all Definitive speakers are
engineered to have the same timbral balance and sonic signature; so they can all be
used together in any combination with excellent results. The top-of-the-line signa-
ture Definitive UIW home theater system would use three matching UIW BPZ/As
or UIW 75s across the front and UIW BPZ/As as rear and/or side surround speak-
ers. This system will sound great and deliver excellent bass without a separate sub-
woofer. However, you can add any of Definitive’s superb powered subwoofers for
even higher performance. Remember: any combination of UIWs will work well
together and deliver superior performance; so pick the ones that best suit your bud-
get as well as your specific size, design, mounting and listening requirements.
Save Space with Our Unique Two-Channel DCS Speakers
With two complete channels in one (angled for proper separation) our UIW
DCS speakers are the perfect space-saving solution for providing high quality
stereo from a single in-wall/in-ceiling speaker anywhere in your home that you
want beautiful music. The DCSs are also perfect as a single speaker two-channel
rear surround for Dolby Digital, Prologic* and EX* or as a single rear plus side
surround for Dolby EX (two DCSs will reproduce all four surround channels).
UIW Warranty: 5 years parts & labor. AW100 Warranty: 3 years parts & labor.
Definitive’s Grand Prix Award-Winning Architectural Speakers

Reference High-Definition UIW BPZ/ADual 6.5"
Cast-Basket Two-Way Bipolar System
The remarkable UIW BPZ/Ais a bipolar in-wall/in-ceiling
loudspeaker. It is intended for use as a main system speaker
(whose bipolar pattern gives you tremendously enhanced
spaciousness plus unequaled dispersion throughout your
room). In addition, it is a superb rear/side surround speaker
for Dolby Digital and Dolby ProLogic systems and is also
perfect for producing exceptional sounding music anywhere
you want it. Creative design has resulted in a compact unit
with a grille which is almost flush with the wall.A complex
Linkwitz-Riley crossover seamlessly blends two 61/2" cast-
basket drivers with two 1" pure aluminum dome tweeters for
superb dynamic range and exceptional sonic performance.
Mounting Dimensions—Outer Flange Size:81/2"W x 143/4"H. Cut-Out Size: 77/16"W x
135/8"H. Depth from Flange**: 33/4". Frequency Response: 26 Hz – 30 kHz. Drivers:
Two 61/2" cast-basket drivers with two 1" pure aluminum dome tweeters. Rec. Amp.: 10 –
300 Watts per channel. Nominal Imp.: 4 – 8 ohms.
UIW BP/AReference High-Definition Dual 5.25"
Cast-Basket Two-Way Bipolar System
The UIW BP/Ais a smaller version of the UIW BPZ/Awith
two 51/4" bass/midrange drivers plus two 1" pure aluminum
dome tweeters.
Mounting Dimensions—Outer Flange Size:71/8"W x 121/2"H. Cut-Out Size: 61/8"Wx
117/16"H. Depth from Flange**: 35/8". Frequency Response: 28Hz – 30 kHz. Drivers:
Two 51/4"cast-basket drivers with two 1" pure aluminum dome tweeters. Rec. Amp.: 10 –
250 Watts per channel. Nominal Imp.: 4– 8 ohms.
UIW 75 Reference High-Definition Dual 6.5"
Cast-Basket Two-Way D’Appolito System
Definitive’s UIW 75 in-wall/in-ceiling features the same
dual 61/2" drivers and 1" pure aluminum dome tweeter as our
Grand-Prix award-winning BP3000TL flagship system’s
front array. They are perfectly blended with a complex
phase-coherent Linkwitz-Riley crossover network with user-
selectable equalization. The UIW 75s are perfect for LCR
use in top-of-the-line home theaters or for producing excep-
tional sounding music throughout your home.
Mounting Dimensions—OuterFlange Size: 71/2"W x 165/8"H. Cut-Out Size: 61/2"W x
151/2"H. Depth from Flange**: 35/16". Frequency Response: 26 Hz–30 kHz. Drivers:
Two 61/2" cast-basket bass/midrange drivers, 1" pure aluminum dome tweeter in a
D’Appolito array. Rec.Amp.: 10 – 300 Watts per channel. Nominal Imp.: 4 – 8 ohms.
UIW 65 Reference High-Definition 6.5" Cast-
Basket Two-Way System
The UIW 65 is a smaller version of the UIW 75 with one,
rather than two, 61/2" cast-basket bass/midrange drivers
and our signature 1" pure aluminum dome tweeter blended
with a Linkwitz-Riley crossover network with user-selec-
table equalization.
Mounting Dimensions—OuterFlange Size: 71/2"W x 1013/16"H. Cut-Out Size: 67/16"W x
913/16"H. Depth from Flange**: 35/16". Frequency Response: 28 Hz–30 kHz. Drivers:
61/2" cast-basket bass/midrange driver, 1" pure aluminum dome tweeter in a D’Appolito
array. Rec.Amp.: 10 – 200 Watts per channel. Nominal Imp.: 4 – 8 ohms.
UIW 55 Reference High-Definition 5.25" Cast-
Basket Two-Way System
The UIW 55 is a more compact version of the UIW 65. It
blends a 51/4" cast-basket bass/midrange driver with a 1"
pure aluminum dome tweeter (the same basic drivers used
in the Grand Prix award-winning BP2002TL) with a sophisti-
cated phase-coherent Linkwitz-Riley crossover network
with user-selectable equalization.
Mounting Dimensions—OuterFlange Size: 611/16"W x 103/8"H. Cut-Out Size: 51/2"W x
91/4"H. Depth from Flange**: 35/16". Frequency Response: 35 Hz – 30 kHz. Drivers:
51/4" cast-basket bass/midrange driver, 1" pure aluminum dome tweeter. Rec. Amp.: 10 –
175 Watts per channel. Nominal Imp.: 4 – 8 ohms.
UIW 94/AReference High-Definition 9"
Cast-Basket Two-Way System
The UIW 94/Ais the best sound round in-wall/in-ceiling
speaker available in the marketplace. It combines a long-
throw signature quality cast-basket Definitive 9" bass/
midrange drive with a 1" pivoting pure aluminum dome
tweeter. Its 9" bass/midrange driver gives it the best bass per-
formance of any round in-wall/in-ceiling speaker available.
Mounting Dimensions—Outer Flange Size:103/4"diameter. Cut-Out Size: 95/8"diameter.
Depth from Flange**: 37/8". Frequency Response: 26 Hz – 30 kHz. Drivers: 9" cast-
basket bass/midrange driver and a 1" pure aluminum dome tweeter in a coaxial configura-
tion. Rec.Amp.: 10 – 300 Watts per channel. Nominal Imp.: 4– 8 ohms.
UIW 83/AHigh-Definition 8" Two-Way System
The UIW 83/Ais a superb-sounding round 8" loudspeaker.
It combines a stamped-basket 8" bass/midrange driver with
a 1" pure aluminum dome tweeter. Its 8" bass/midrange
driver gives it outstanding bass performance.
Mounting Dimensions—Outer Flange Size:10" diameter. Cut-Out Size: 9" diameter.
Depth from Flange**: 37/8". Frequency Response: 27 Hz – 30 kHz. Drivers: Stamped-
basket 8" bass/midrange driver and a 1" pure aluminum dome tweeter in a coaxial configu-
ration. Rec.Amp.: 10 – 250 Watts per channel. Nominal Imp.: 4 – 8 ohms.
UIW 64/AReference High-Definition 6.5"
Cast-Basket Two-Way System
The UIW 64/Ais a smaller version of the UIW 94/Awith a
61/2" rather than a 9" cast-basket bass/midrange driver and a
1" pivoting pure aluminum dome tweeter.
Mounting Dimensions—OuterFlange Size: 83/4" diameter. Cut-Out Size: 75/8" diameter.
Depth from Flange**: 37/8". Frequency Response: 28 Hz – 30 kHz. Drivers: 61/2" cast-
basket bass/midrange driver with a pivoting 1" pure aluminum dome tweeter. Rec. Amp.:
10 – 200 Watts per channel. Nominal Imp.: 4 – 8 ohms.
UIW 63/AHigh-Definition 6.5" Two-Way System
The UIW 63/Ais a surprisingly affordable, yet superb
sounding round loudspeaker. It combines a stamped-basket
version of Definitive’s signature 61/2" bass/midrange driver
with a 1" pure aluminum dome tweeter.
Mounting Dimensions—OuterFlange Size: 83/4" diameter. Cut-Out Size: 75/8" diameter.
Depth from Flange**: 33/4". Frequency Response: 30 Hz – 30 kHz. Drivers: stamped-
basket 61/2" bass/midrange driver with a 1" pure aluminum dome tweeter in a coaxial
configuration. Rec.Amp.: 10 – 200 Watts per channel. Nominal Imp.: 4 – 8 ohms.
UIW DCS 6 Reference High-Definition 6.5"
Cast-Basket Two-Way Dual-Channel System
The UIW DCS 6 is a unique, space-saving, dual-channel
in-wall/in-ceiling speaker. It contains two complete full
range speaker systems on one compact baffle. The two sys-
tems are angled to radiate in two directions thus enabling the
UIW DCS 6 to be used as a single stereo speaker for all
architectural applications, single unit rear surround speaker
for Dolby Digital or as a pair of surround speakers to handle
both the rear and side channels in Dolby EX systems.
Mounting Dimensions—Outer Flange Size:81/2"W x 143/4"H. Cut-Out Size: 77/16"W x
135/8"H. Depth from Flange**: 33/4". Frequency Response: 28 Hz – 30 kHz. Drivers:
Two cast-basket 61/2" bass/midrange drivers with two 1" pure aluminum dome tweeters.
Rec. Amp.: 10 – 200Watts per channel. Nominal Imp.: 4 – 8 ohms.
UIW DCS 5 Reference High-Definition 5.25"
Cast-Basket Two-Way Dual-Channel System
The UIW DCS 5 is a smaller version of the UIW DCS 6
with two 51/4" bass/midrange drivers and two 1" pure alu-
minum dome tweeters perfectly blended with two complex
Linkwitz-Riley crossovers.
Mounting Dimensions—OuterFlange Size: 71/8"W x 121/2"H. Cut-Out Size: 61/8"W x
117/16"H. Depth from Flange**: 35/8". Frequency Response: 35 Hz – 30 kHz. Drivers:
Two cast-basket 51/4" bass/midrange drivers with two 1" pure aluminum dome tweeters.
Rec. Amp.: 10 – 175 Watts per channel. Nominal Imp.: 4 – 8 ohms.
Specifications subject to change.
*Registered trademarks. ** Including drywall thickness.
AW 100 Reference High-Definition All-Weather Indoor/Outdoor System
The AW100 is a high-definition indoor/outdoor speaker which was developed from Definitive’s Grand Prix Award-winning
ProMonitor 100. Its superb high-definition sound is produced by a cast-basket 51/4" bass/midrange driver blended by a Linkwitz-
Riley crossover to a 1" pure aluminum dome tweeter. It has an extremely compact non-resonant PolyStone™cabinet with a
unique, hideaway, pivoting mounting bracket. Also perfect for commercial installations in restaurants, bars, stores, etc.
Mounting Dimensions: 529/32"W x 523/32"D x 10"H . Frequency Response: 50 Hz – 30 kHz. Drivers: 51/4" bass/midrange driver with a 1" pure aluminum dome tweeter. Rec. Amp.: 10 – 175
Watts per channel. Nominal Imp.: 4 – 8 ohms. Available in black or white.
fi -Winning Architectural Speakers

Extraordinary New Custom Installation Solutions
for Your Ultimate Home Theater
11433 Cronridge Drive, Owings Mills, Maryland 21117, U.S.A.
[phone] • www.definitivetech.com
IWSub 10/10 Fully-Enclosed In-Wall Powered Sub
Definitive’s new IWSub 10/10 in-wall sub, based on our exclusive SuperCube Subwoofer Technology,
isan engineering triumph. The driver system using SuperCube derived technology allows us to achieve
remarkable bass performance from a cabinet enclosure of very modest internal volume. Finally a true
high-performance subwoofer of moderate size which can be easily installed or retrofitted flush into a 4"
deep wall in either new or existing construction. The IWSub 10/10 will deliver superb output performance
when used singly, or in pairs for larger rooms or great output. The paintable bezel and grille allow you to
customize your IWSub to match your home décor and virtually disappear into your room.
Mounting Dimensions—Outer Flange Size:151/2"Wx21"H.Cut Out Size: 143/8"W197/8"Hx313/16"D.Frequency Response: 16Hz – 200 Hz. Drivers:
One 10" long-excursion woofer coupled to a 10" infrasonic radiator. Rec. Assoc.Amp.: SubAmp 600. Nominal Imp.: 4ohms.
SubAmp 600, IWSubs’ Matching Amplifier
The IWSubs’matching high-power amplifier, the SubAmp 600, is a separate unit designed for shelf, cabinet
or rack placement. It features two discrete high powered amplifiers to provide optimal power when driving
one or two IWSub 10/10s or IWSub References in your installation, whether it is configured into multi-
room systems, dedicated music or home theater applications.
Dimensions (with brackets, feet removed): 191/16"Wx3
7/16"H x 95/8"D. Dimensions (without brackets, including feet): 171/16"Wx3 11/16"H x 95/8"D. Output:
one channel operation: 275 Watts, two channels driven: 230 Watts each, 460 Watts total.
IWSub Reference Fully-Enclosed In-Wall Powered Sub
Like Definitive’s first in-wall super sub, the IWSub 10/10, the IWSub Reference is a completely self-
enclosed in-wall subwoofer for use in whole house distributed music or “stealth” home theater installations.
The performance of the IWSub Reference goes well beyond the output level, impact and low frequency
limits of even its superb smaller cousin the IWSub 10/10, while
maintaining its fast, tight musical quality. The Reference produces
musically accurate low end that’snever before been available in a
compact, nearly invisible in-wall subwoofer that installs easily in
new construction or existing walls. The IWSub Reference will deliv-
er superb output performance when used singly,or in pairs for larger
rooms or great output.
Mounting Dimensions—OuterFlange Size: 151/2"Wx263/16"H x 4"D.Cut Out Size:143/8"W x
251/8"H x 4"D.Rec. Assoc. Amp.: SubAmp 600. Frequency Response: 14 Hz – 200 Hz. Nominal
Imp.: 4–8ohms. Drivers: One 13" long-excursion woofer coupled to a 13" infrasonic radiator.
“it’s reallybeyondamazing...Icanthinkofnoin-wall
speakersystemthatmatchestheirversatility,sound
qualityandvalue”
—Brent Butterworth,Home Entertainment
(UIW RLS II & IWSub Reference System)
UIW RLS II: Reference Line Source
Ultimate In-Wall Speaker
The UIW RLS II is an enclosed full range loudspeaker engineered for flush
mount vertical or horizontal in-wall installation. The sealed non-resonant medite enclosure houses a line source array composed of
two high definition bass/mid drivers with cast baskets for natural midrange, surrounding a pure aluminum dome tweeter for silky
smooth high frequency response, plus two pressure-driven bass radiators for deep powerful low frequency extension. Use the UIW
RLS II as a main Left, Right, Center or Surround Loudspeaker in a “stealth” high performance home theater or multichannel music
system. The UIW RLS II is capable of extraordinary sonic performance, comparable to that of even the finest freestanding loud-
speakers, yet it remains hidden within your walls and takes up no floor space!Add a Definitive Technology subwoofer, such as one
of our IWSubs, for the addition of even more high impact perfectly blended deep bass response.
Mounting Dimensions—Outer Flange Size:81/8"Wx293/4"H.Cut Out Size: 7"W x 281/2"Hx37/8"D.Driver Complement: two 61/2"bass/midrange drivers, two 61/2"
pressure-driven bass radiators, one 1" pure aluminum dome tweeter.Frequency Response: 22 Hz – 30 kHz. RecommendedAmplification: 10 – 350 Watts.
UIW RLS III: Reference Line Source Ultimate In-Wall Speaker
Definitive’slatest Ultimate In-Wall, the RLS III, is the second in-wall Reference Line Source loudspeaker from Definitive. It is
basically a smaller version of the RLS II, a completely enclosed full range loudspeaker engineered for flush mount vertical or
horizontal in-wall installation.
Mounting Dimensions—Outer Flange Size:7"W x 25"H. Cut Out Size: 57/8"Wx233/4"Hx37/8"D.Driver Complement: two cast-basket 51/4"high-definition bass/midrange
drivers, two 51/4"planar pressure coupled bass radiators, one 1" pure aluminum dome tweeter. Frequency Response: 24Hz – 30 kHz. RecommendedAmplification: 10 – 325
Watts.
“Extraordinary...
theperfectsubwoofer”
—Jeff Cherun, HDTV ETC.
“Theysoundsuperb” —The Perfect Vision

New UIW Reference In-Ceiling Speaker (UIW RCS II)
The new UIW RCS II is a significant addition to Definitive’s
Reference Architectural Series of loudspeakers designed to bring
the performance of the finest free-standing speakers into custom
flush-mount in-wall and in-ceiling installations. The Reference
Ceiling Speaker (RCS II) is intended for use as an in-ceiling front
main left, center or right channel speaker, as well as a rear or side
surround speaker in custom installed home theater systems of the
highest quality. In addition, it can be used as a superb left or right
speaker in a high quality stereo music system.
Like our other Reference Architectural Series speakers (IWSub
10/10, IWSub Reference, RLS II, RLS III and RSS II), the RCS II is a
totally non-resonant sealed medite enclosure, which in this case easily
and attractively installs flush into the ceiling in either new or existing
construction. It features a D’Appolito driver array angled down and
aimed at the listening area (two 5.25" cast-basket bass/midrange
drivers and a 1" pure aluminum tweeter) as well as two 6.5" pressure-
coupled planar low bass radiators. The precisely configured dual
angled baffles incorporate a uniquely effective acoustic treatment
which combines a computer-optimized ribbed surface with special
dampening panels in order to achieve a linear uncolored sound
combined with boxless three-dimensional imaging in which acoustic
events seem to effortlessly float in space. In fact, the overall sonic
performance of the RCS II is truly remarkable, combining breath-
taking dynamics, engrossing musical subtlety and amazingly
spacious imaging that totally belies its in-ceiling configuration.
In addition, the RCS II with its active driver/bass radiator
combination achieves an extended low-frequency response, which is
deep and dynamic with a smooth and controlled roll-offthat allows
it to seamlessly blend with a subwoofer with a quality that has
never been previously achieved in an in-ceiling system. Of course,
our in-wall UIW Sub 10/10 or UIW Sub Reference are a perfect
complement to the RCS II for unmatched performance in a stealth
home theater.
New UIW Reference Surround Speaker (UIW RSS II)
The UIW RSS II is another important new addition to Definitive’s
Reference Architectural Series. The RSS II is intended for rear or
side surround use in 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 or more channel custom-install
systems of the highest quality. Like the other Reference Architectural
Series speakers, the RSS II is a totally non-resonant sealed medite
enclosure, which easily installs flush into walls or ceilings in either
new or existing construction. It features a curved angle bipolar array,
which is perfect for movie and music surround use because it provides
an ideal combination of direct sound for specificity and localization
and ambient sound for enhanced spaciousness.
The RSS II delivers uniquely enveloping surround performance
totally immersing the listeners in a complete 360-degree soundstage.
Walls seem to disappear and the listening room will be almost
magically transformed into the location of the original sonic event.
The curved aspect of the bipolar array further improves dispersion
into the room. When installed in the ceiling, the direction in which
the driver arrays face can be rotated 90 degrees in order to optimize
the performance depending on the specificlocation of the speakers
in relation to the seating area.
Each RSS II bipolar surround speaker contains two complete
3-way full-range systems for a total of 6 driver/radiators in each
speaker.The RSS II’sdynamic, spacious and uncolored sonic
signature has been specifically engineered to blend perfectly with
any of Definitive’s loudspeakers whether freestanding, in-wall or
in-ceiling for an amazing lifelike sonic experience.
Definitive Redefines Architectural Sonic Perfection!
RCS II Specifications: Cutout Size: 14
3
/
8
" x 14
3
/
8
". Outer Dimensions:
15
1
/
2
" x 15
1
/
2
". Depth: 5
7
/
8
". Driver Complement: Two high-definition cast-
basket 5
1
/
4
"bass/midrange drivers, two 6
1
/
2
"pressure-coupled low bass
radiators, one 1" pure aluminum dome tweeter. Rec. Assoc. Amplification:
10 – 250 watts. Frequency Response: 22 Hz – 30 kHz.
RSS II Specifications: Cutout Size: 11
5
/
8
"Hx9
7
/
8
"W. Outer
Dimensions: 12
3
/
4
"Hx11" W. Depth: 3
7
/
8
". Driver Complement:
Two high-definition cast-basket 4
1
/
2
"bass/midrange drivers, two 4
1
/
2
"
planar pressure-coupled low bass radiators, two 1" pure aluminum dome
tweeters. Rec. Assoc. Amplification: 10 – 200 watts. Frequency Response:
26 Hz – 30 kHz.
11433 Cronridge Drive, Owings Mills, MD 21117 • [phone] • www.definitivetech.com
“sounded great ... I was tremendously impressed”
—Fred Manteghian, Ultimate AV
“Sound so solid and clean you’ll think it’s coming from a higher power”
—Peter Pachal, Sound & Vision

Built-in-Ceiling Home Theater Sonic Perfection —
Two New Solutions!
Meet two hot additions to the critically acclaimed Reference line of built-in
home theater loudspeakers. The Reference Ceiling Speaker III (RCS III) and
Reference Surround Speaker III are more compact, less expensive versions of
the revolutionary RCS II and RSS II.
Like other models in the Reference Series, both new models use integrated
non-resonant sealed Medite enclosures to deliver the tight, detailed bass and
uncolored midrange of audiophile free-standing speakers. Six rotating dogleg
clamps and beefy wood screws make the RCS and RSS speakers easy to install
and provide secure, non-resonant mounting for ultimate audiophile perform-
ance free of vibrations and buzzes.
The RCS IIIs are in-ceiling front main, center, or surround speakers for built-in
home theater installations. They feature two 41/2"cast basket active drivers
and a Pure Aluminum tweeter on an angled baffle aimed at the listening area.
Proprietary Wave Launch (patent pending) baffle geometry and acoustic
treatment materials serve to create the illusion that the speakers are directly
in front of the listener rather than up in the ceiling. The active drivers are
pressure-coupled to two 51/4"racetrack-shaped Low-Bass Radiators for exceptional
bass and perfect blending with free-standing or built-in subwoofers.
The RSS III is a dedicated bipolar surround speaker that may be ceiling or wall
mounted in new or existing construction. Its bipolar array produces the ideal
balance of direct sound for pinpoint localization and ambient sound for
enveloping spaciousness. Each of the two arrays feature a 31/2"mid/bass driver
pressure-coupled to a 31/2"Low-Bass Radiator with a 1" Pure Aluminum dome
tweeter between the driver and radiator.
All models in the Reference Series share the same driver and tweeter technolo-
gies and can be mixed and matched to assemble a multi-channel system with
seamless channel-to-channel imaging. Add a Definitive in-wall subwoofer for a
complete audiophile-grade home theater system that is practically invisible!
RCS III &RSS III
“[The RCS IIs are] jaw-droppingly good
home theater speakers that just happen
to live in the ceiling…destined to shift
every paradigm there is regarding
ceiling speakers.”
–Chris Martens, The Perfect Vision
RCS III SPECIFICATIONS
Flange Dimensions: 111/2"Wx111/2" H
Cutout Dimensions: 103/8"Wx103/8"Hx57/8" D
Driver Complement:
–Two 41/2"bass/mid drivers
–Two 51/4"x41/8"pressure-driven low-bass radiators
–One 1" Pure Aluminum dome tweeter
Frequency Response: 30 Hz – 30 kHz,
Nominal Impedance: Compatible with 4 – 8 ohm outputs
Recommended Amplification: 10 – 300 Watts/channel
Sensitivity: 92 dB
RSS III SPECIFICATIONS
Flange Dimensions: 97/16"Wx11" H
Cutout Dimensions: 85/16"Wx97/8" H x 37/8" D
Driver Complement:
–Two 31/2"bass/mid drivers
–Two 31/2"pressure-driven low-bass radiators
– Two 1" PureAluminum dome tweeters
Frequency Response: 40 Hz – 30 kHz
Nominal Impedance: Compatible with 4 – 8 ohm outputs
Recommended Amplification: 10 – 300 Watts/channel
Sensitivity: 92 dB
RCS III
RSS III

Legendary Definitive Performance — Outdoors!
Now you can enjoy the incomparable sound of Definitive
Technology anywhere around your home with the ground-
breaking new AW5500 and AW6500 All-Weather loudspeakers.
These technology-packed wonders feature high excursion active
drivers pressure-coupled to racetrack-shaped Low-Bass Radiators
to give you more than double the bass output while maintaining
aweather-tight seal for ultimate placement flexibility, reliability,
and performance.
With their fully sealed design, aluminum grilles, and rugged
PolyStone enclosures, the AWs can be fully exposed to the elements
and still reliably deliver their indoor speaker sound quality for years
of outdoor listening enjoyment. Their integrated galvanized steel
brackets and unique shape allow a full 360 degrees of rotation
allowing the listener to orient the active drivers towardthe listening
area. Pointing the active driver baffle towards the listener while the
Low-Bass Radiator side faces the wall or ground gives you the ideal
balance of clear mids, extended highs, and thunderous bass even
in the tough acoustic conditions of the great outdoors.
The AW5500 features a 51/4"active driver pressure-coupled to a
5" x 8" Low-Bass Radiator for a total bass radiating area greater
than that of an 8" conventional woofer,while the AW6500’s 61/2"
driver and 51/2"x10" Low-Bass Radiator exceeds the radiating
area of a 10" woofer — imagine all that bass from speakers small
enough to unobtrusively place anywhere. Both AW models
use Definitive’strademark PureAluminum dome tweeter
for unexcelled high frequency extension and detail.
Now you can have it all — the great sound of Definitive indoor
speakers on the patio, deck, garden, or in the sauna.
AW5500 SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions (with wall bracket): 1211/16"Lx73/4" W x 83/16" D
Driver Complement:
–One 51/4"BDSS cast basket bass/mid driver
–One 5" x 8" pressure-driven Low-Bass Radiator
–One 1" PureAluminum dome tweeter
Inputs: Gold-plated 5-way binding posts
Frequency Response: 45 Hz – 30 kHz
Nominal Impedance: Compatible with 4 – 8 ohm outputs
Recommended Amplification: 10 – 175 Watts/channel
Sensitivity: 91 dB
AW6500 SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions (with wall bracket): 147/16" L x 87/8" W x 91/4" D
Driver Complement:
– One 61/2"BDSS cast basket bass/mid driver
– One 51/2"x10" pressure-driven Low-Bass Radiator
– One 1" Pure Aluminum dome tweeter
Inputs: Gold-plated 5-way binding posts
Frequency Response: 40 Hz – 30 kHz
Nominal Impedance: Compatible with 4 – 8 ohm outputs
Recommended Amplification: 10 – 200 Watts/channel
Sensitivity: 92 dB
11433 Cronridge Drive, Owings Mills, Maryland 21117, U.S.A.
[phone] • www.definitivetech.com
AW5500 &AW6500
New 1" Pure Aluminum
dome tweeter
Balanced Double
Surround System
high definition driver
with cast basket
Racetrack Planar Low-Bass
Radiator for exceptional
bass output
PolyStone non-resonant,
air and water-tight
enclosure
Drainage channels
(not pictured) prevent
water buildup around
input terminals
AW5500
AW6500