Monitor Audio Radius Rsw-12 User manual

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Contents Page
Introduction 2
Safety Instructions 3-4
Recycling 4
Unpacking 5
Foot/Spike Fixing 6
Amplifier Panel and Controls 7-10
Positioning& SetUp 11
Specification 12
Guaranteeand Service 13
Claims under this guarantee 13
EC Declaration of Conformity 14
Data Protection 15
OwnerInformation 15
Warranty Card –Foldoutsection in back cover

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Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of Monitor Audio Silver RS W12 subwoofer, which
has been designed and constructed using quality systems and materials to
provide yearsof enjoyment,reliability and pride of ownership.
This product, as with all the Silver RS range, is hand crafted from top to bottom
using traditional woodworking skills for our sumptuous cabinets, married with
the state of the arttechnology of our renowned driveunits.
Music is and should be a natural enhancement of life. It stimulates the
imagination, changes your mood, helps you relax, and provides endless hours of
entertainment.
At Monitor Audio we pride ourselves in attempting to make the listening
experience as close as possible to the original ‘music’ production, or as we say at
MonitorAudio our aimis to make the music experience “As close as itgets”.
Please read through this manual to familiarize yourself with any safety advice
and how best to set up your subwoofer to achieve the very best listening
experience.
Please retain this manual for future reference.

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Safety Instructions
1. Read Instructions
Please read and follow all of the instructions in this manual before
enjoyingyour subwoofer.
Any instructions preceded by this warning triangle MUST be followed.
Failure to do somay cause personal injury ordamage the unit/s
2. Lifting/Moving
Due to the extreme weight of the RS W12,care must be taken at all times
when handling the product and we recommenda 2-person lift.
3. Power
If the RS W12 is not likely to be used for extended periods we would
advise it is switched off at the mains power supply. This is a
recommended safe practicein order to reduce the risk of electrical fire.
4. Power Cord Protection
The power supply cord should be routed so that it is not likely to be
steppedon or pinched by items placed upon or against it.
5. Water & Moisture
The RS W12 should not be used near water - for example, bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, and washing machine, in a wet basement or
near a swimming pool. Under no circumstance should plants or fish
bowls be placed on the product. Please ensure that no liquid is spilt
on the appliance, especially on the rear panel where the power cord
enters the amp.
6. Heat/Humidity
TheRS W12 should notbe placed near any heat sourcesuch as radiators,
open fires, stoves, direct sunlight and any other appliance that produces
heat.
This product is designed for use within the home environment. Exposure
to extreme temperatures & humidity when placed on patios or open
conditions could adversely affect the wooden cabinet.
7. Ventilation
The RS W12 should be situated so that its location or position does not
interfere with its own proper ventilation. For example it should not be
placed on a sofa, bed or deep pile rug or similar surface that may impair
any ventilation openings. It should not be placed in any purpose built
location without suitable ventilation being provided.

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8. Damage requiring Service
Qualified personnel should servicetheappliance when:
The power cord or plug has been damaged.
Liquid has been spilton the rear panel.
TheRS W12 has been dropped or the enclosuredamaged.
The RS W12 does not appear to operate normally or exhibits
a markedchange in its performance.
9. Servicing
The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that
specified in this manual. Only qualified personnel should carry out all
otherservicingrequirements.
10.Cleaning
Before cleaning it is advisable to disconnect the RS W12 from the power
supply.
Avoid touching the RS W12 drive unit whilst cleaning,as any damage will
impair its performance.
You will fully appreciate that great care and attention has gone into the
materials chosen to produce the Silver RS W12. It is our intention that it
should provide a lifetime of musical pleasure. A gentle wipe with a dry,
clean cloth is all that is required to remove any dust. Treat it as you
woulda fine piece of furniture because that is how it has been designed.
11.Natural Wood Veneers
Monitor Audiotakes great pride in providinga high quality product.
We use only hand selected natural wood veneers, which are carefully
matched and hand finished to the highest standard possible. The unique
nature of each veneer may result in natural colour variation and grain
from samples you may have seen in photos or at the dealer’s show room.
This is what makes theproduct a special pieceof furniture.
If your speaker is finished in a Cherry veneer please be aware that it will
naturally darken with age more so than other types of wood veneer.

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Re-cycling
When it is time to replace your RS W12 please help us protect the environment by
disposing of it in an appropriateand responsiblemanner.
Further details are availablefrom www.monitoraudio.co.uk
Unpacking
Care must be taken at all times when handling the RS W12 due to the extreme
weightof the product. We recommend a two-person lift whereverappropriate.
The feet/spike assemblies and mains power cord/s are contained in separate
protective cardboardsleeves and shouldberemoved.
Please select the power cord appropriate to your Country/location. Mains
voltage selection for 120 or 230 Vac operation is electronically auto selected.
To remove the RS W12 from its carton place some protective material on the floor
and having removed any items of packingfrom the top of the pack carefully invert
the carton. (Also see icons on the carton). Gradually pull the carton upwards to
expose the subwoofer, which will be presented with its base uppermost. Remove
fixing tape from plastic bag and expose the base/cabinet to allow fitting of the
spiked feet into the M10 threaded inserts as describedon page 6

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Spiked Foot Fixing For Carpeted Floors
The amazingly engineered composite Silver RS series 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 carpet, or
trailing mains leads that could be
damaged by the spikes.
The foot comes fully assembled for use on
carpeted floors. All that is required is fixing
into the plinth. This is achieved by simply
screwing the feet fully into the 4-threaded
insert in the underside of the cabinet. 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, unscrew the
spike at the lowest point and check again.
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.
Spiked Foot Fixing For Wooden/Hard Floors
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 to gain more purchase on
thespike.
The pad should be replaced before
carrying out the levelling operation
previously described.
Locking Nut
Main Threaded
Assembly
Soft Polymer
Pad
Spike

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Amp Panel and Controls
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1. Stand-by / On Indicator
The LED indicates whether theunit is in stand-by mode or operational.
2. Crossover Frequency Control
The crossover frequency control only operates when the low pass filter switch
(refer to section 3.) is in the ‘In’ position. The crossover frequency control is used
to set the upper frequency limit (low pass) of the RS W12. The crossover control
should be set in accordance with the size or bass output of the main/satellite
speakers. Refer to the chart below as a guide to setting the crossover frequency
control to the optimum position. Much will depend on the correct low frequency
response of the main speakers and their position in your room. Experimentation
is advisable.
Type of main speaker Crossover control setting
Large floor-standing speaker 40-60 Hz
Small floor-standing speaker 50-70Hz
Large stand-mount/ bookshelf speaker 50-80 Hz
Small stand-mount/ bookshelf speaker 60-90 Hz
Small satellite speaker 80-160 Hz
3. Low Pass Filter Switch.
When set to the ‘In’ position the crossover frequency control (section 2) is
activated and can be adjusted from 40Hz to 120Hz using the crossover frequency
control. When set to the ‘In’ position it can be used with an amplifier that does
not have a dedicated sub-woofer or LFE output, such as a stereo 2-channel
amplifier. If the amplifier or A/V processor has a dedicated LFE or sub-woofer
output, the Low pass filter switch should be set to the ‘Out’ position. The low
pass filter will then be set by the amplifier internal filter. This should be set in
accordance with the amplifier or A/V processor user guide.
4. Phase Control Switch
The Phase Control is used to synchronise any delay between the RS W12 and
main/satellite speakers. When the RS W12 is in phase with the main/satellite
speakers the sound should be full bodied. Sit in a normal listening position
whilst adjusting the phase switch. Help from another person may be required in
order to do this easily. When setcorrectly the location of thesubwoofershouldbe
almost undetectable. Experimentation is advisable in order to achieve optimum
results. However it should be noted that in most cases the phase control switch
should be set to 0 degrees, especially when using a digital A/V processor or A/V
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5. Power Mode Switch with On-Auto-Off Facility
The Power Mode Switch has three positions: ‘On’–‘Auto’–‘Off’. When the switch
is in the ‘Off’ position the subwoofer will not function. In the ‘Auto’ position the
subwoofer will automatically switch on when an input signal is received. It will
remain on. If no signal is received for around 15-20 minutes, the RS W12 will then
switch into standby mode until a signal is received once more. With the switch in
the ‘On’ position, the subwoofer is permanently switched on under all conditions.
6. RCA Line Level Inputs (Left & Right)
This is the only method of signal input connection to the RS W12. When using a
stereo amplifier system, connection can be provided by a pair of high-quality
signal cables from the pre-out section of an amplifier. Ifa digital A/V processor or
A/V receiver/amplifier is to be used, a single cable can be connected from the
‘sub out’ or LFE connection on the amplifier to the RCA input connection on the
RS W12 labelled ‘R’. The RCA input marked ‘L’ in this case will remain unused.
Note: - cable lengths should not exceed 10 metres to avoid interference from
other electrical appliances.
7. RCA Line Level Outputs (Left & Right)
RCA line level outputs are provided in order to use other sub-woofers in
conjunction with the RS W12 by ‘daisy chain’ type connection. The outputs are
link out only connections and donot provide any form of filtering.
8. Warning Information
The following warning symbols are found on the amp panel. The meanings are:
This lightening flash with an arrow head symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended toalert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
products enclosure that may be of sufficientmagnitudeto
constitutea risk of electric shock to the persons.
Waning: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
removecover (or back) nouser-serviceableparts
inside. Refer servicing to qualifiedservicepersonnel
This exclamation point within an equilateral triangleis
intended toalert the userto presenceof important
operatingmaintenance (servicing) instructions in the
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9. Mains Power Switch
The Mains Power Switch should be switched to the ‘Off’ position when the
RS W12 will not be used for extended periods. The switch must be in the ‘On’
position for thesub-wooferto function.
10. IEC Mains Power Connector/ Fuse Location
The RS W12 is supplied with a two-pin mains input socket for connection to the
mains supply. Use ONLY the appropriate IEC mains lead provided with the
product. Also fitted is an external mains fuse. If a fuse blows during operation a
spare fuse is provided within the fuse holder for replacement. If you wish to
change the fuse, you can do this by removing the IEC mains lead and carefully
levering out the original fuse from its holder below the IEC mains input socket
(9a). If the fuse blows again it is advisable to seek help from an authorised
service agent. DO NOT attempt to re-fit a further fuse as this could result in
serious damage to the amplifier unit.
11. Volume Control
This control allows the level or volume to be adjusted in order to achieve a
balanced overall sound. To use this facility you will need to play a selection of
familiar music or film excerpts. Start with the volume at minimum and increase
the level control until a balanced sound is established. If using an A/V processor
or A/V receiveramplifier, the system can adjusted by the test tone functionwithin
the set-up features. (refer to the set up section in the A/V processor or A/V
receiver amplifier user guide.) When the RS W12 is correctly set-up, you should
notbe able toidentify its location easily in theroom.
12. EQ 1 setting
The EQ 1 setting should be set as a default option. This will provide the best
overall transient response and power output. This setting will provide a
maximally flat response suitable for music or Music video. Note: Frequency roll
off starts at 27Hz
13. EQ 2 setting
The EQ 2 setting should be used when an emphasis in the low frequency is
required. An additional boost of 4dB will be provided at 21Hz to give impact
essential foraction movies.
The EQ1 and EQ2 settings can also be adjusted to suit personal taste. This is
doneby pressing the buttons located on the control panel.