Infinity RS User manual

Owner’s Manual
Part #333374-001
®
Reference Standard (RS)
Floorstanding Speaker System
Models RS-4, RS-5
RS
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THE REFERENCE STANDARD (RS) SERIES
All RS Series products use efficient drivers for maximum stereo output with minimal amplifier
power. They are magnetically shielded, making them suitable for home theater applications
as well.
UNPACKING THE SPEAKERS
If you suspect damage from transit, report it immediately to your dealer and/or delivery service.
Keep the shipping carton and packing materials for future use.
These speakers are covered by a Limited Warranty, so save the sales receipt to protect your
purchase and aid in any service-related questions. Also, save these instructions for future
reference.
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Figure 1. This cross section shows how to
install a foot onto the bottom of an RS-4
or RS-5 floorstanding speaker.
INSTALLING FEET
Refer to Figure 1 as you perform the following steps:
1. Open each accessory pack and locate the following items: four feet (with spike/round ends),
four locking nuts, four nylon domes, and one wrench.
2. Lay each speaker on its side and locate the four threaded holes on the bottom.
3. For carpets, screw the round end of a foot into each hole and hand tighten a nut onto each
one. Leave a minimum of
5⁄8"
exposed spike. (On thicker carpets, you can increase the
length of exposed spike up to
11⁄8" .) For hard-surface floors, screw the spike end into each
hole instead and leave
5⁄8"
of round end exposed.
4. Carefully flip each speaker upright to sit on its feet.
5. If needed, adjust the feet so each speaker is level and then tighten each nut with the
enclosed wrench. To protect hard surfaces (e.g., wood floors), slip a nylon dome onto each
round end.
Nylon Dome
(optional for
wood floors)
Locking Nut
HARD-SURFACE
FLOORS
CARPETED
FLOORS
Foot
round end
spike end
Bottom
Of Speaker
5⁄8"
5⁄8" min.
11⁄8" max.
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S TEREO S PEAKER
P LACEMENT ...
Figure 2. Experiment with speaker
placement to obtain the best bass level
and stereo imaging in your room.
H OME T HEATER
P LACEMENT ...
PLANNING YOUR SYSTEM
Before deciding where to put your RS Series floorstanding speakers, survey your room and
think about placement, keeping the following points in mind:
◆For best results, try placing the speakers closer together than the distance to the
listening area.
◆Refer to Figure 2 when placing speakers for best bass level and stereo image (see Final
Adjustments on page 6).
◆Refer to Home Theater Placement (below) if you also plan to use the speakers for home
theater reproduction.
RS-4 and RS-5 floorstanding speakers are also suitable for use in reproducing home theater
sound from front left and right channels.
Place one RS Series floorstanding speaker on the left and another on the right, along either side
of the television monitor. Since the speakers are magnetically shielded, you can set them in very
close without worrying about the field distorting the TV picture.
NOTE: For maximum home theater enjoyment, your audio system should also include a center-channel
speaker and a pair of rear-surround speakers. Moreover, you can add a subwoofer for deep bass impact
on sound effects and music. Contact your local Infinity dealer for recommendations on adding these
home theater speakers to your system.
Listening Position
Left
Channel
Right
Channel
angle speakers
inward to
improve stereo
imaging
move speakers towards corners to increase bass
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T URN O FF A LL P OWER ...
I
MPORTANT !
Figure 3. Wiring diagram shows polarity
connections for one channel of a stereo or
home theater system.
WIRING THE SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: Make sure all equipment is turned off before making any connections.
For speaker connections, use #18 gauge speaker wire (or #16 for runs over 25 feet) with
polarity coding. The side of the wire with a ridge or other coding is usually considered negative
polarity (i.e., -).
RS Series speakers have color-coded terminals that accept a variety of wire connectors. To
ensure proper polarity, connect each
+
terminal on the back of the amplifier, receiver, or
television to the respective
+
(red) terminal on each speaker, as shown in Figure 3. Similarly,
connect the
-
(black) terminals in the same way. Also, see the owner’s manuals that were
included with your amplifier, receiver, or television to confirm connection procedures.
Do not reverse polarities (i.e.,
+
to
-
or
-
to
+
) when making connections. Doing so will
cause poor imaging and diminished bass response.
Receiver or
Amplifier
(rear view)
redblack
(one channel shown)
RS Series
(rear view)
+
–
-
+
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FINAL ADJUSTMENTS
Check the speakers for playback first by setting the system volume control for a minimum level,
and then by applying power to your audio system. Play a favorite music or video segment and
increase the system volume control to a comfortable level.
NOTE: You should hear balanced audio reproduction across the entire frequency spectrum. If not, check
all wiring connections or consult the Authorized Infinity Dealer where you purchased the system for
more help.
The amount of bass you hear and the stereo image quality will be affected by a number of
different factors, including the room’s size and shape, the construction materials used to build
the room, the listener’s position relative to the speakers, and the position of the speakers in
the room.
Listen to a variety of music selections and note the bass level. If there is too much bass, move
the speakers away from nearby walls (see Figure 2 on page 4). Conversely, if you want more
bass, place the speakers closer to the walls.
Nearby reflecting surfaces can adversely affect stereo imaging quality. If this happens, try
angling the speakers slightly inward toward the listening position, until the desired effect is
achieved (see Figure 2 on page 3).
CARE OFYOUR SPEAKER SYSTEM
Each RS Series cabinet has a wood-vinyl finish that does not require any routine
maintenance. When needed, use a soft cloth, dampened with water only, to remove
any fingerprints or to wipe off dust.
Clean the grille by gently vacuuming or wiping with a damp cloth.
NOTE: Do not use any cleaning products or polishes on the cabinet or grille.
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SPECIFICATIONS
P
ERFORMANCE D ATA
D RIVE U NITS
D IMENSIONS
P ERFORMANCE D ATA
D RIVE U NITS
D IMENSIONS
RS-4
Recommended Amplifier Power: 15 ~ 175 W
Frequency Range: 38 ~ 20,000Hz
Sensitivity: (2.83 V @ 1 m) 90dB spl
Nominal Impedance: 8 Ω
Bass: 61⁄2" (160 mm)
High Frequency:
1" (25 mm)
Height*, Width, Depth: 35 1⁄2x7
1⁄2x121⁄2"
(902 x 190 x 318 mm)
Weight (each, net): 33.9 lb (15.2 kg)
RS-5
Recommended Amplifier Power: 15 ~ 200 W
Frequency Range: 35 ~ 20,000Hz
Sensitivity: (2.83 V @ 1 m) 92dB spl
Nominal Impedance: 8 Ω
Bass: dual 61⁄2" (160 mm)
High Frequency:
1" (25 mm)
Height*, Width, Depth: 40 x 71⁄2x121⁄2" (1,016 x 190 x 318 mm)
Weight (each, net): 40.4 lb (18.1 kg)
* Add 21⁄4" (57 mm) for foot bar.
Declaration of Conformity
We, Infinity Systems A/S
Kongevejen 194B
DK-3460 Birkerød
DENMARK
declare in own responsibility, that the products described
in this owner’s manual are in compliance with technical
standards:
EN 50 081-1/2.1991
EN 50 082-1/1.1992
Steen Michaelsen
Infinity Systems A/S
Birkerød. DENMARK. 5/98
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Infinity constantly strives to update and improve existing products, as well as create new ones.
Therefore, the specifications and construction details in this and related Infinity publications are
subject to change without notice.
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