Devine RX Series User manual

RX Series (RX-5A / RX-6A / RX-8A)
Active Studio Monitor
User Manual
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Devine RX Series active studio monitor. We advise that you read this user
manual in its entirety before unpacking the contents of the box, so that you are familiar ith all of the
functionality that this product has to offer. Please be sure to check that all of the parts and accessories listed
belo under 'box contents' are included in the package. In the event that the product does not function
properly, or if you have any issues hile operating it, please remove the plug from the po er socket and
contact your retailer for assistance.
Box contents:
– Devine RX Series studio monitor (RX-5A / RX-6A / RX-8A)
– Po er Cable IEC C13 to Schuko
lease inspect the device and the included accessories.
Should you discover that either the device or any of the included parts have been damaged or rendered
defective hile in transit, please contact your retailer directly.
Please note that the images included in this user manual serve illustrative purposes only and may differ
slightly from the product received.
Contact:
Devine Pro Audio Products
Verrijn Stuart eg 18
4462 GE Goes
The Netherlands
Please do not send any products to this correspondence address.
Should you wish to send in a product for repair or for a refund, please contact your dealer for an RMA
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Safety Instructions
Everyone involved ith the installation, operation and maintenance of this device must:
- Be qualified
- Be skilled
- Have read the instructions in this user manual
- Be sure that neither the device nor the included accessories are damaged. Should the device or the
included accessories be damaged, please contact your dealer for more information.
- Ensure that the device is in good orking condition and safe to operate. Please follo the advice and
instructions as they are described in this user manual.
Damage caused by misuse and/or modifications made to the device are not covered by the arranty.
This device does not contain any parts that need to be repaired or replaced by the user. Should maintenance
or repairs be necessary, they must be handled by a qualified technician.
Important information regarding health and safety:
- Do not remove any labels or stickers from this device.
- Do not leave any cables lying around.
- The device should not be opened up, and any hard are or soft are that may be present should not be
modified.
- To achieve optimal performance, inputs on this device should not be fed ith a signal higher than
necessary.
- The device should only be used indoors; contact ith moisture, ater and rain should al ays be avoided.
Do not place any objects containing liquids on top of the device.
- Remove the device from any nearby flames or heat sources; do not place it near flammable fluids, gasses
or objects.
- Disconnect this device from the po er supply if it ill not be used for a longer period of time, if maintenance
is necessary, or if the device needs to be cleaned.
- Do not pull on the cable to remove a connector, as this could cause damage.
- Do not use any cables other than the ones described in this manual. Do not use defective cables. Please
contact your dealer if the included or necessary cables do not function properly ith this device.
- Only use this device ith po er from a grounded po er source.
- In the event that the device is exposed to extreme temperature changes (e.g. transported through a cold
outdoor environment into a arm indoor environment), it should not be turned on until it has reached room
temperature. This is necessary to prevent moisture from forming in the device, hich could lead to electric
shocks.
Guidelines and operation of this device:
- This device is intended for indoor use by adults.
- This device is not suitable for use by children, and should al ays be operated by an adult.
- This device should only be used in a suitable environment here no damage to the device can occur. Do
not use the device in moist or dusty environments such as:
- indoor s imming pools here chlorine is used
- beaches here there is sand and salt
- outdoors
- indoors in spaces here intense heat sources are present, or here it reaches temperature levels
that ould be considered uncomfortable for a person
- Avoid impacts and collisions during use and transport. Do not transport the device hile it is in use. Avoid
using excessive force hen installing and operating the device.
- The user should become familiar ith the functions of this device before using it.
- The user should be able to stop the device's po er supply in case of emergencies. At least one of the
follo ing should therefore be accessible at all times:
- the po er cable connector on the back of the unit
- the po er socket the cable is plugged in to
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WARNING!
Keep this device away from moisture, water and rain to avoid the chance of electric shocks.

- the po er socket s itch or extension cable s itch
- Should the device not be used in the manner described in this user manual, damages or even injuries could
occur. Devine cannot be held responsible for any injuries or damages that occur as a result of improper use
of this product.
Storage and transport:
- This product is designed for mobile use. It can be transported separately as long as it’s ell-protected
against shocks and collisions.
- This device is not designed for permanent (24/7) use. The expected lifespan of the device ill not be
affected by occasionally turning the device off. Disconnect the device or turn off the po er hen it is not
actively in use.
- If the device ill not be used for a longer period of time, it should be disconnected and stored in a dust-free
environment.
- Do not expose the device to extreme temperature differences.
Housing
- Inspect the device's housing frequently, and al ays just before use. Avoid operating the device if there are
large dents or cracks, or if scre s are missing. Do not use the device if the housing is not in good condition.
Contact your dealer or a qualified technician if you are unsure about the state of the device.
- Check the device and the scre s for corrosion. Corrosion must not be present on this device. Contact your
dealer or a qualified technician if you find any corrosion on the scre s.
Every po er and signal connector should be securely mounted. Do not use the device if the connectors are
not secure.
Avoid dust and dirt build-up. Clean the device once a month by disconnecting it from the po er supply and
iping it do n ith a dry or slightly moist cloth. If the device is used frequently, the cleaning intervals should
increase.
Symbol explanation:
WEEE: Ensure that this device is disposed of properly. This product falls under the WEEE
(Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) directive. The requirements of this directive apply
to all manufacturers and producers of electronic devices in the EU. Do not thro this product
a ay ith regular rubbish. Please contact your local authority for more information about ho
to recycle and dispose of these products in your region. By recycling this product in the proper
manner, e can ork together to ensure that e can continue to enjoy these kinds of
products and still protect the environment as much as possible from pollution.
CE: The CE logo indicates that this product meets the European norms and requirements to
hich it must legally conform.
Only suitable for indoor use: this product as only designed for indoor use. The maximum
environmental temperature must not exceed 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit).
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Overview of the Device
1. HF trim (-2 dB / -1 dB / 0 dB / +1 dB)
2. Volume control
3. Balanced 3-pin XLR input
4. Unbalanced mono RCA/cinch input
5. (Un)balanced TRS jack input
6. On/off s itch
7. Voltage s itch (default 230V)
8. IEC C14 Po er input ith fuse holder
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Using the Studio Monitor
The Devine RX Series studio monitors include three models available in black and hite. These are the ideal
monitors for producers looking for a balanced and neutral sound so they can properly assess their mixes.
The RX Series includes 5”, 6” and 8” models, referring to the size of the built-in oofer. The differences in
size and matching po er capacities make sure the perfect monitor can be selected for any preferred style of
music. The 5” RX-5A monitors are ideal as compact reference speakers for smaller studios, hile the 8” RX-
8As are designed for larger rooms and offer enhanced bass reproduction thanks to the bigger oofer.
The soft-dome t eeter and oofer ensure a balanced reference sound intended to simulate smaller 2.0
speaker systems, much like the ones your listeners have, either next to their computer or built into their
television.
Each model can be expanded ith a separately-available sub oofer to simulate 2.1 set-ups ith a bigger
sub oofer, much like sound-bars, Hi-Fi systems and computer-related audio gear.
Warning Before Use
The Devine RX studio monitors are capable of producing volume levels that can cause temporary or
permanent hearing damage. Use these units ith care and keep the volume at a reasonable level hen
possible. The volume should ideally be set to a comfortable level hen listening to music.
Devine cannot be held liable for any injuries or damage that may result from the use of this product.
Connecting A Set of Monitors
The Devine RX studio monitors can be set up on any flat and stable surface, usually next to your computer
or laptop ith one speaker placed on the left side and the other on the right.
After the speakers have been positioned as preferred, plug the po er cable into your monitors, then connect
up any correct signal cable, depending on the audio source. If you don’t have the right cables, you can
contact your retailer for advise.
Connecting an audio source is done using ONE of the possible connections. In this case, that includes
balanced 3-pin XLR, hich is the recommended option because the plug is unable to rotate inside the socket
and doesn’t short-circuit hen inserted. Naturally, the other inputs can be used as an alternative. It is
nonetheless advisable to ork ith balanced signals as much as possible. These are less sensitive to signal
interference caused by external factors.
Important: Al ays make sure to use only ONE connection at a time, so either XLR, the TRS jacks OR the
RCA inputs.
General Use
lacement and ositioning
Studio monitors are highly directionally sensitive speakers that come ith a so-called ‘s eet-spot’ in terms of
sound dispersion, especially hen it comes to the high frequencies. This is the position here the monitor
sounds best relative to here you sit and ill give you the most accurate sound reproduction.
The ideal set-up can be achieved by creating an equilateral triangle here you are the third point. If your set-
up allo s for it, make sure each corner covers a 60° angle. The distance bet een each speaker and the
listener should be approximately 1 metre for near-field studio monitors like the Devine RX Series models.
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Be a are that if your monitors are placed on a desk, they may not be positioned at the right height (ear
height).
Isolating and the Right Height lacement
Once your monitors are in the right place, it's important to ensure that they are also positioned at the right
height. Monitors placed on a desk are rarely positioned at the right height for you to be able to experience
the 's eet spot', as they are usually not directed to ards your ears.
In the most ideal scenario, you'll use studio monitor stands to ensure your monitors are at the perfect height.
When you're sitting at your desk, the oofer and t eeter should be at the same height as your ears. If this
setup simply isn't possible, you should consider investing in special isolation pads hich can be placed
under your monitors and adjusted to the perfect angle. In this case, your monitors can be angled to ards
your ears. Ideally, you'll be able to look directly at the status LED or speaker components.
In addition, using isolation pads gives you the added advantage of preventing vibrations from the oofer
being transferred to the surface they're standing on, resulting in a better, more neutral sound overall ithout
any interference.
ositioning in Relation to Walls
These studio monitors have a bass port on the front, hich means that the lo frequencies reproduced by
the oofer are delivered ith more expression and presence in the overall sound. For an optimal sound, it’s
important that the studio monitors are placed close to a all for improved bass spread via reflections. This
ill give you noticeably better results and a fuller sound compared to a set-up in an open space.
It’s recommended to place the speakers roughly 30 to 100 cm a ay from the all. Experiment ith the
positioning to get optimal results.
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It’s not recommended to place one of the speakers in the corner of the room as this might create an
unbalanced overall sound. If corner placement is the only possibility, try to use the corner to create a
symmetrical configuration ith a corner desk and have the bass ports directed at one of the alls.
The Long or Short Wall in a Room
In a rectangular room, it’s recommended to place the monitors next to one of the t o shorter alls. This ay,
the sound is better spread throughout the space and any reflections are broken up and diminished as much
as possible. This ensures that the sound that’s directly aimed at your ears is dominant and that the rest is
only barely (or subconsciously) heard.
If the room happens to be so small that the opposite all is bet een 1 to 2 metres a ay from your listening
position, any problems ith the acoustics might be solved by using acoustic absorbers that reduce any
sound reflections behind you. Since the placement of acoustic treatment requires a certain level of
kno ledge and expertise, it’s recommended to contact a specialist for optimal results. The type of acoustic
treatment differs depending on the problem or purpose.
Other Tips for Monitor lacement
Take the time to find the optimal position for the monitors. A couple of centimetres can mean a orld of
difference in terms of sound quality, considering reflections can easily reinforce or dampen certain
frequencies.
Audio Technology and Set-Up
Sound Sources, Interface & DAC
Once your studio monitors are in the right position, it's important to use a good-quality sound source for the
best possible results. This includes audio files that, ideally, should be the best-quality original material and
not converted files.
The hard are used to play audio should also be the best quality possible. When playing files via a computer
(PC or laptop) or a mobile device (smartphone, recorder or tablet), it's a good idea to use an audio interface
or DAC (Digital to Analogue Converter) that ill convert digital files into an analogue signal hile retaining as
much of the original quality as possible. Built-in sound cards, especially cheaper models and those found in
mobile devices tend to have a negative influence on the sound.
The audio interface or DAC you use should preferably have a relatively high output ith plenty of headroom
to prevent problems ith distortion and ensure the audio signal reaches your monitors at a sufficient volume
ithout the need for much extra amplification. Any extra amplification that's required can have a negative
influence on the audio signal.
Cables
The type of cables used can also influence the quality of the sound. For best results, use good-quality
balanced signal cables ith TRS jack plugs or XLR connectors. Using unbalanced cables is also possible but
this can have a negative influence on the volume of the incoming signal and makes it more sensitive to
interference.
In general, studio and recording equipment is al ays fitted ith balanced outputs. Consumer products like
smartphones and laptops tend to have unbalanced outputs.
Making Volume Adjustments
These Devine studio monitors are equipped ith a volume control that can regulate the incoming signal if
necessary. It is designed to be used to adjust the monitors, not to correct issues ith the incoming signal.
When using devices like a smartphone or laptop, the incoming signal may be relatively eak. In this case, a
DAC or a device that is capable of boosting the signal, like an audio interface, a mixer or a DI box should be
used.
Ideally, you'll be able to control the volume of the signal your DAC or interface sends to your monitors. This
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can also be soft are-controlled like the volume control on your computer, laptop or mobile device, for
instance. It could also be a separate passive or active volume controller that regulates the level of the
analogue signal. These often have simple 'dim' or 'mute' buttons that allo you to easily halve the sound or
mute it entirely. These features are handy hen you need to discuss the sound ith someone hile listening,
for example. As such, no volume control has been fitted to the front of the RX monitors.
HF Trim
To match the performance of the speakers, the Devine RX Series monitors feature an HF trim control for
incremental adjustments of the t eeter level. If your monitors are close to a all and produce un anted and
annoying lo frequencies, this can compensated for ith the HF trim.
Status LED
The monitors are equipped ith a status LED on the front (behind the Devine logo) that lights up hen they
are po ered on.
Overload and security
There is no overload indicator on this monitor because it is not designed to be used for listening at high
volume levels, especially for longer periods of time. Pay careful attention hen listening to the monitors to
determine hether they are set at a suitable volume level. If there is any distortion and/or crackling noises,
lo er the volume immediately to prevent damaging any components.
These monitors are not designed to perform continually at a high volume and should not be used for parties
or events. They should be used for their intended purpose only, hich is listening to audio at a comfortable
volume. This can include recreational activities like listening to background music or amplifying the sound of
your television.
Devine cannot be held responsible for any components damaged due to overload and as such, any instance
of damage caused by overload is not covered under arranty.
Component and housing protection
These monitors are not designed for mobile use. If they need to be transported, they should be placed in the
original packaging or in a suitable flight case ith a foam inlay of sufficient thickness to protect them against
damage.
The monitors are not impact-resistant because they are designed to be placed in a permanent spot in your
studio and because any metal or plastic protective grilles can negatively influence the sound. Ensure that the
oofer and t eeter of both monitors remain untouched to prevent any damage.
The bass port should be kept empty at all times and not used for storage.
Devine cannot be held responsible for any dented oofers or t eeters and as such, any instance of dented
oofers or t eeters is not covered under arranty.
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Studio Monitor Troubleshooting
If you have a problem ith your studio monitors, please consult the troubleshooting section for possible
solutions. If, after consulting this section, the problem remains unresolved, please contact your retailer for
more information and/or help.
This troubleshooting section contains information on ho to solve the most common studio monitor
problems, but it does not and cannot cover every eventuality. It is possible that you on't find your problem,
cause and solution in this section due to differences bet een products.
roblem ossible cause Solution
Monitors on't turn on Cables are not (properly)
connected
Check the cable connections bet een both
monitors and the po er socket
Inactive po er socket Check that the socket is turned on and if
using an extension cable ith a s itch,
check that this is also turned on.
Defective fuse Check the fuse next to the monitor's po er
connector. If the fuse is blo n, replace it
ith the same type of fuse.
Volume is too lo Output volume from the source
is too lo
Check the volume on the source device and
turn it up if possible. It should not be
necessary to turn the volume level on the
monitors all the ay up to bring the sound
up to an acceptable level. If changing the
volume on the source device is not possible,
a good audio interface or preamplifier
should also be used.
Gain control is too lo Turn up the gain control on the monitor
Certain frequencies are too
lo or too high
The monitor has not been
placed in an optimal position
Experiment ith the positioning of the
monitor. If not placed correctly this can
result in certain frequencies being amplified
or dampened.
EQ or sound transducers Some computers have built-in sound
controls ith equalizers or sound presets.
These should not be used as they ill
negatively influence your studio monitor's
neutral sound.
Audible interference Using unprotected cables Using unbalanced cables may cause
interference. Use balanced cables
henever possible. If this is not possible,
using a DI box directly after the output ill
balance the signal.
High gain and eak signal It's possible that there may be interference
in the signal that is relatively loud compared
to the audio signal itself. This can happen
ith a eak signal from the source hich is
then amplified by the monitor.
Ensure that the signal from the source is of
sufficient strength so that less amplification
is needed.
Interference in signal Unearthed po er sockets Ensure that your monitors are al ays
connected using the included cable and that
an earthed po er socket is used.
Equipment in the same po er
group causing interference
Equipment including fridges, freezers and
micro ave ovens in the same po er group
are capable of causing interference. Try to
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connect all of your studio equipment to the
same po er group ith no other devices
attached. If this is not possible, experiment
by connecting your devices to different
po er groups to see if that solves the
interference problem.
Audible resonance or
vibrations
Speakers not isolated from
surfaces
When your speaker is placed on a surface
like a desk or a monitor stand, it should be
isolated to prevent audible resonance or
vibrations. Monitor isolation pads are the
best solution for this.
Distorted, clipping, crackling
sound
Source device is transferring a
distorted signal
Check if any of the connected source
devices is transferring a distorted signal and
turn do n the volume on the device if
necessary.
Volume control is too loud Turn the volume do n
Woofer or t eeter is defective If a studio monitor is exposed to a loud,
distorted, or clipped signal for a longer
period of time, this can cause permanent
damage to its internal components. If you
suspect that the oofer or t eeter is
damaged, contact your local retailer for
assistance.
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Specifications
– Active studio monitor
– Built-in amplifier module
– T o- ay bass reflex system
– Sturdy oofer and soft-dome t eeter
– Solid ooden housing
– Black or hite finish
– Various connection possibilities (RCA, 6.35mm TRS jack, XLR)
– HF trim control
– Integrated bass port on the front
– Backlit Devine logo (status-indicator)
– Built-in overload protection
Model RX-5A RX-6A RX-8A
T eeter 1x 1” silk dome t eeter
Woofer 1x 5.5” oofer 1x 6.5” oofer 1x 8” oofer
Woofer specifications – high-quality, resilient, glass-fibre-mixed, sand ich-like, fibre-rich composite
cone
– advanced rubber surround ith high elasticity
– high-temperature resistant voice-coil
Frequency range 55 Hz – 20 kHz (+/- 3 dB) 50 Hz – 20 kHz (+/- 3 dB) 45 Hz – 20 kHz (+/- 3 dB)
Total po er capacity amp 55 W 75 W 110 W
Po er (high frequencies) 20 W 25 W 30 W
Po er (lo frequencies) 35 W 50 W 80 W
Crossover frequency 2100 Hz 1900 Hz 1800 Hz
S/R ratio Larger than or equal to 85 dB
Input impedance 20 kOhm
Input sensitivity -2 dBU
Net dimensions 261 x 187 x 278 mm 272 x 226 x 320 mm 313 x 268 x 383 mm
Boxed dimensions 350 x 270 x 385 mm 370 x 320 x 428 mm 435 x 380 x 490 mm
Net eight 7.2 kg 9.6 kg 12.6 kg
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