RBH Sound SIGNATURE SERIES User manual

R E D E F I N I N G P A R T N E R S H I P S W I T H S O U N D . ™
Signature Series
T S YSTEM MODUL AR SPE AKER S
O W N E R S M A N U A L

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T-2/R T-3/RT-1/RT-1 T-2 T-3
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of an RBH Sound speaker system! Your speakers
are the result of many years of research and development dedicated to producing
high quality products for home audio systems.
This manual contains features, setup recommendations and specifications for the RBH
Sound T System high performance speaker systems. We recommend you thoroughly
read through the material contained in this manual before connecting your speakers.
This will ensure you have a good understanding of how to setup your speakers for
optimum performance and allow for many years of listening enjoyment.
T System Speakers
Break-in Period
Allow 10-15 hours of listening time to adequately break-in the RBH Sound Signature
Series speaker systems. As the speakers break-in, the driver suspension will loosen.
The result of break-in will be an increase in low frequency response, improved
definition, and increased clarity and detail.
Care and Cleaning
To maintain speaker appearance, we recommend wiping them down with a clean
and damp, soft cloth. To clean dust from the grille cloth, use a vacuum with a
brush attachment.
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Features
At the heart of the RBH Sound T System speaker system are proprietary aluminum
cone bass/woofers and midrange drivers. The unique aluminum cone material
combines stiffness, low mass and self damping properties in a manner that allows
virtually uncolored presentation of program material.
A powerful magnet, extended voice coil and bumped back plate give the bass/midrange
divers high excursion capability. This ensures accurate dynamic reproduction.
For high frequencies, a premium quality silk dome tweeter is used. This tweeter
uses liquid cooling for greater power handling.
Each speaker features an extensive crossover network. Steep acoustic slope
crossovers are used to integrate drivers. The use of steep crossover slopes allows for
higher power handling, minimizes driver interaction anomalies, and maximizes the
ability of each driver in their respective band of frequencies. Large 5-way binding
posts ensure a good, solid electrical connection to these crossover networks.
Cabinets are constructed of ¾-inch medium density fiberboard because of its inert
properties, thereby preventing sound coloration due to cabinet diffraction. The
thickness of the front baffles also prevents excess acoustic radiation. Sophisticated
computer modeling and measurement techniques are used extensively throughout
the RBH Sound Signature Series speaker design process
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Attaching Speaker Wires
When using a banana jack to attach speaker wires to the binding post terminals,
insert the speaker wire into the banana jack. Next insert the banana jack into
the hole provided in the top of the terminal. Repeat for the other speaker wire(s)
as necessary.
If not using a banana jack, simply loosen the binding nut to allow the hole in the
side of the terminal to become exposed. Strip ¼-inch of the insulation from the
end of the speaker wire and insert the exposed wire end into the now exposed
hole in the side of the terminal. Tighten the binding nut by turning the nut
clockwise until the speaker wire is secured. Repeat for the other speaker wire(s)
as necessary.
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Setup Suggestions
The T System is a modular speaker system designed to be used individually or
with the RBH Sound 1010-SEN or 1010-SEN/R subwoofer. This combination with the
subwoofer provides full-range reproduction of the program material. There are four
basic models or configurations within the T System:
T-1 or T-1/R: The T-1 or T-1/R is the main speaker section that reproduces the high and mid-range
frequencies. The T-1 or T-1/R can be used by itself as a main, center or rear speaker, or used as
part of the next four options.
T-2N or T-2N/R: The combination of the T-1 or T-1/R with the 1010-SEN or 1010-SEN/R non-
powered subwoofer creates the T-2N or T-2/R system. The T-1 or T-1/R is typically placed on top of
the subwoofer by using the bracket system included with this configuration.
T-2P or T-2P/R: This is a T-1 or T-1/R with the addition of a 1010-SEN or 1010-SEN/R non-powered
subwoofer and the SA-400 subwoofer amplifier. The T-1 or T-1/R is typically placed on top of the
subwoofer by using the bracket system included with this configuration.
T-3N or T-3N/R: The T-2N or T-2N/R system, with the addition of a second 1010-SEN or 1010-SEN/R
non-powered subwoofer. The second subwoofer is typically placed on top of the existing T-2 or
T-2/R, but can also be placed elsewhere in the room.
T-3P or T-3P/R: This is a T-2P or T-2P/R system, with the addition of a second 1010-SEN
or 1010-SEN/R non-powered subwoofer and the SA-400 subwoofer amplifiers. The second
subwoofer is typically placed on top of the existing T-2 or T-2/R, but can also be placed
elsewhere in the room.
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Setup Suggestions (continued)
In order to obtain the best possible sound from your speaker system, it is important to
determine where the speakers will sound best in your listening room. Room reflections from
the floor, ceiling and side walls influence the balance, imaging and overall sonic quality
at the listening position. Experiment with speaker placement to determine which location
offers the best overall sound.
It is imperative that the T-1 or T-1/R cabinets are positioned so that the tweeters face
toward the inside, as shown in the illustration below. If the tweeters are not placed
properly, there will be a great reduction in imaging, sound staging and overall performance
of the speaker system.
NOTE: Tweeters are on the inside when the left and right front
speakers are properly placed as shown above.
As a general guide, use the room layout diagram shown on the next page and follow the
descriptions when setting up a home theater system. Some speakers shown in the room
layout diagram may not be applicable to your individual system.
Front Main Speakers
As a starting point, place your left and right front speakers at least 15 inches from the wall
and 7-feet apart from each other. The distance from the listening position to each speaker
should be close to the distance that separates the two main speakers. Angling the speakers
inward towards the listening position may give a more spacious and realistic sound stage.
Center Channel Speaker
The Center Channel Speaker should be placed between both left and right front main
speakers. Often this positioning dictates placing the speaker either directly above or below
a television monitor or screen. If using an RBH Sound Signature Series speaker, the speaker
may be used in a horizontal (lying down) or vertical position. If using a T-1 or T-1/R as the
center channel positioned below or equal in height of the Main T-1s, the tweeters must face
up as shown in the illustration below.
NOTE: The speaker is
positioned with the
tweeters on top.
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Setup Suggestions (continued)
Surround Speakers
The Surround Speakers may be placed either above, behind or to the sides of the listening
position. The listening position should be centered between the surround speakers. For best
performance, you may want to experiment with angling the surround speakers either towards
or away from the listening position.
Subwoofer
In a T-2 or T-2/R configuration, the subwoofer generally sits below the T-1 or T-1/R, connected
by the clamping bracket. As mentioned previously, in a T-3 or T-3/R configuration, the second
set of subwoofers can be mounted either above the T-1 or T-1/R, connected by a second set
of clamping brackets, or placed elsewhere in the room. Connection of the subwoofer is done
by speaker wire, not by audio interconnect.
When configured as a T-2P, T-2P/R, T-3P or T-3P/R, an RBH Sound SA-400 subwoofer amplifier
is used to power each subwoofer. The SA-400 is a mono block subwoofer amplifier. This
amplifier is designed to power one 1010-SEN or 1010-SEN/R at a time, which is why two
SA-400 amplifiers complete a T-2P or T-2P/R system and four SA-400 amplifiers complete a
T-3P or T-3P/R system. See page 4 for system configurations. For proper instructions on the
setup and operation of the SA-400 subwoofer amplifier, please refer to the owners manual
included with the SA-400.
Warning: Be sure to REMOVE speaker terminal bi-amp clips COMPLETELY when bi-amping
or bi-wiring.
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OPTIONAL
T-3 SUB
OPTIONAL
SECOND
T-3 SUB
NOTE: There are several different surround formats available. Dolby Pro-Logic, Pro-Logic II, Dolby Digital and
DTS generally have a 5 speaker plus subwoofer requirement. Dolby Digital EX and DTS ES add a center rear
speaker. Please consult your audio/video professional to determine which system is best for you and how
many speakers you will require.
Setup Suggestions (continued)
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Clamping Bracket
The clamping brackets provided with the T-2, T-2/R, T-3 or T-3/R systems, consists
of (4) end pieces, (4) hex head bolts and (2) round rods. To install, attach an end
piece to each end of the rod with the screws and place in between the two cabi-
nets from side to side (not front to back). Two of these are required between each
speaker. As the bolts are tightened, pressure will be created holding the top and
bottom sections firmly together, see the illustration below.
NOTE: Both speakers must be in place before tightening down the bolts.
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Model T-1 T-2
Speaker Type Modular Modular Tower
Frequency Response: 45Hz – 20kHz ±3dB 20Hz – 20kHz ±3dB
Sensitivity: 91dB(2.83V @ 1M) 92dB(2.83V @ 1M)
Recommended Power: 100-500 Watts 100-1000 Watts*
Woofer: (4) 6½” (165mm) Aluminum (2) 10” (254mm) Aluminum
(4) 6½” (165mm) Aluminum
Tweeter: (3) 1” (25mm) Silk Dome (3) 1” (25mm) Silk Dome
Impedance: 4 Ohms 4 Ohms
Crossover Frequencies: 2500 Hz 2500 Hz
Crossover: 24dB/Octave 24dB/Octave
Dimensions: Width: 13¼” (337mm)
Height: 30” (762mm)
Depth: 18” (457mm)
Width: 13¼” (337mm)
Height: 61¼” (1556mm)
Depth: 18” (457mm)
Finish: Black oak woodgrain with gloss
tops and bases, or 30 different real
hardwood finishes
Black oak woodgrain with gloss
tops and bases, or 30 different real
hardwood finishes
Weight: 75 lbs. (34.02 Kg.) 140 lbs. (63.50 Kg.) non-powered
Model T-3 1010-SEN
Speaker Type Modular Tower Non-powered Subwoofer
Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz ±3dB 24Hz – 180Hz ±3dB
Sensitivity: 92dB(2.83V @ 1M) 90dB (2.83V @ 1M)
Recommended Power: 100-1300 Watts* 200-400 Watts
Woofer: (4) 10” (254mm) Aluminum
(4) 6½” (165mm) Aluminum
(2) 10” (254mm) Aluminum
Tweeter: (3) 1” (25mm) Silk Dome N/A
Impedance: 4 Ohms 4 Ohms
Crossover Frequencies: 2500Hz N/A
Crossover: 24dB/Octave N/A
Dimensions: Width: 13¼” (337mm)
Height: 91¾” (2330mm)
Depth: 18” (457mm)
Width: 13¼” (337mm)
Height: 30” (762mm)
Depth: 18” (457mm)
Finish: Black oak woodgrain with gloss
tops and bases, or 30 different real
hardwood finishes
Black oak woodgrain with gloss
tops and bases, or 30 different real
hardwood finishes
Weight: 205 lbs. (92.99 Kg.) non-powered 63 lbs. (28.58 Kg.) non-powered
Specications
*For recommended power specifications on the SA-400 included with the T-2P and T-3P see the
owner’s SA-400 manual.

Model T-1/R T-2/R
Speaker Type Modular Modular Tower
Frequency Response: 45Hz – 20kHz ±3dB 20Hz – 20kHz ±3dB
Sensitivity: 91dB(2.83V @ 1M) 92dB(2.83V @ 1M)
Recommended Power: 100-500 Watts 300-1000 Watts*
Woofer: (4) 6½” (165mm) Reference Aluminum (2) 10” (254mm) Reference Aluminum
(4) 6½” (165mm) Reference Aluminum
Tweeter: (3) 1.1” (27mm) Reference Silk Dome (3) 1.1” (27mm) Reference Silk Dome
Impedance: 4 Ohms 4 Ohms
Crossover Frequencies: 2500 Hz 2500 Hz
Crossover: 24dB/Octave 24dB/Octave
Dimensions: Width: 13¼” (337mm)
Height: 30” (762mm)
Depth: 18” (457mm)
Width: 13¼” (337mm)
Height: 61¼” (1556mm)
Depth: 18” (457mm)
Finish: Black oak woodgrain with gloss
tops and bases, or 30 different real
hardwood finishes
Black oak woodgrain with gloss
tops and bases, or 30 different real
hardwood finishes
Weight: 78 lbs. (35.38 Kg.) 156 lbs. (70.76 Kg.)
Specications
Model T-3/R 1010-SEN/R
Speaker Type Modular Tower Non-powered Subwoofer
Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz ±3dB 20Hz – 180Hz ±3dB
Sensitivity: 91dB(2.83V @ 1M) 90dB (2.83V @ 1M)
Recommended Power: 500-1300 Watts* 200-400 Watts
Woofer: (4) 10” (254mm) Reference Aluminum
(4) 6½” (165mm) Reference Aluminum
(2) 10” (254mm) Reference Aluminum
Tweeter: (3) 1.1” (27mm) Reference Silk Dome N/A
Impedance: 4 Ohms 4 Ohms
Crossover Frequencies: 2500Hz N/A
Crossover: 24dB/Octave N/A
Dimensions: Width: 13¼” (337mm)
Height: 91¾” (2330mm)
Depth: 18” (457mm)
Width: 13¼” (337mm)
Height: 30” (762mm)
Depth: 198” (457mm)
Finish: Black oak woodgrain with gloss
tops and bases, or 30 different real
hardwood finishes
Black oak woodgrain with gloss
tops and bases, or 30 different real
hardwood finishes
Weight: 234 lbs. (106.14 Kg.) 78 lbs. (35.83 Kg.)
*For recommended power specifications on the SA-400 included with the T-2P/R and T-3P/R see the
owner’s SA-400 manual.

Warranty
Your RBH Sound T System speaker is covered by a limited warranty against defects in
materials and workmanship for a period of (5) five years, and subwoofer amplifiers
(1) one year from the original date of purchase. This warranty is provided by the
authorized RBH Sound dealer where the speaker was purchased. Warranty repair will
be performed only when your purchase receipt is presented as proof of ownership
and date of purchase. Defective parts will be repaired or replaced without charge
by your dealer’s store or the location designated by your dealer authorized to
service RBH Sound products. Charges for unauthorized service and transportation
cost are not reimbursable under this warranty. This warranty becomes void if the
product has been damaged by alteration, misuse or neglect. RBH Sound assumes
no liability for property damage or any other incidental or consequential damage
whatsoever which may result from the failure of this product. Any and all warranties
of merchantability and fitness implied by law are limited to the duration of this
express warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you. Some states do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
No sound from
speakers
No sound from
one speaker
Only the woofers or
tweeter are playing.
Very little bass
and/or imaging
Speaker wire not connected
Speaker selector on amplifier is
not on
Balance control on receiver
or pre-amp is not centered
Speaker wire not securely
connected
Bi-amp straps are not intact
Speakers are wired out of phase
Make sure wire is connected
at both the speaker and the
amplifier observing proper
polarity
Activate proper selector on
amplifier
Place balance control in the
center
Check all connections at
amplifier and speakers
Make certain gold bi-amp
straps are in place and tight-
ened down.
Check entire system for proper
polarity and make adjustments
as necessary
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause: Solution:
Situation:
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