RBH Sound Ultra-3 User manual

Ultra-3
On-wall/LCR Soundbar Speaker
O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L

Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of RBH Ultra-3 soundbar speaker! Your speaker is 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 Ultra-3
soundbar speaker. We recommend you thoroughly read through the material contained in
this manual before connecting your soundbar speaker. This will ensure you have a good
understanding of how to setup your soundbar speaker for optimum performance and allow
for years of listening enjoyment.
Break-in Period
Allow 10-15 hours of listening time to adequately break-in the RBH Ultra-3 soundbar speaker.
As the speaker’s 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
The unique grille for the Ultra-3 has been designed to be as lightweight and acoustically
transparent as possible and is held in place by magnets imbedded in the frame of the cabinet.
If the grille requires cleaning carefully lift the grille off the Ultra-3 soundbar speaker and
lightly vacuum any dust if necessary. The Ultra-3 soundbar speaker cabinet has a durable
finish that should only require dry dusting or cleaning with a dry cloth. Avoid the use of
abrasive or solvent-based cleaners and harsh detergents.
Ultra-3 On-wall / LCR Soundbar Speaker
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Innovative and proprietary inverted domed aluminum 4-inch woofers and aluminum tweeters
with textured phase plugs make it all possible on the RBH Ultra-3 soundbar speaker.

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Attaching Speaker Wires
The Ultra-3 soundbar speaker uses spring-loaded speaker
wire terminals to firmly hold either a pin connector or bare
speaker wire. To obtain a better connection, it is important
to slightly tug on the wires after they have been secured in
the terminals. Since the Ultra-3 soundbar speaker contains
the LEFT, RIGHT and CENTER channels, connect each one
of these channels from your amplifier. Using 16-gauge or
larger speaker wire, connect the RED “positive” (+) terminal
of the LEFT speaker to the RED “positive” (+) terminal of
your amplifier’s LEFT channel. Connect the BLACK “negative”
(-) terminal of the left speaker to the BLACK “negative” (-)
terminal of your amplifier’s left channel. Repeat for the right
and the center channels.
WARNING: Make sure that no bare wires from any of the
connections touch each other or any other terminals as this
could cause a short and damage your equipment.
1. Remove the last 4 inches of the speaker wire jacket at end
of each cable to allow easier pull-through and connection
flexibility of the + and – individual wires.
2. Use a wire stripper to remove about 3/8-inch of insulation
from the end of each + and – wires.
3. Twist the ends of each conductor to secure loose
strands.
4. Connect the positive (+) wire to the red terminal on the
front of the speaker by pressing down on the red positive
(+) terminal’s tab, inserting the end of the positive
conductor, and releasing the tab.
5. Repeat this procedure to connect the negative (-)
conductor to the black negative (-) terminal.
Features
Fast to mount. Can be custom sized widths of 47 to 63 to fit most popular sized on-wall TVs.
It still looks great under wider TVs as well. Contemporary design, magnetic mounted black
fabric grille, and only 1-5/8-inches deep. Not plastic, it’s MDF with internal bracing and sealed
separate internal chambers for discreet left, center, and right channels to produce the great
sound you need and expect from RBH. The end caps are MDF covered in high gloss black paint
to match TV trim and bring it all together. Innovative and proprietary inverted-dome aluminum
4-inch woofers and aluminum tweeters with textured phase plugs make the thin cabinet yet
big sound possible. Our ez-wire terminals and fast mounting, including direct-from-front
screw-through mount holes (hidden until needed), makes the Ultra-3 soundbar speaker a joy
to install. The Ultra-3 soundbar speaker provides effortless, quick, brilliant sound.

#10 screw (x2) and anchor (x4)
for keyhole mounting. Anchor is
also used for through-cabinet
mounting with #8 coarse thread
bugle head black drywall screw
#8 x 2½-inch bugle head black
coarse drywall screw (x4) for
through cabinet direct to
wall mounting.
Keyhole Bracket
Terminal Port
Pilot Hole Location
Pilot Hole Location
Pilot Hole Location
Pilot Hole Location
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On-wall Installation
To mount your Ultra-3 soundbar speaker on a wall determine a suitable location and complete
all wiring to the speaker location before mounting the speaker to the wall. Be sure to check
for wiring and drywall screws behind planned pilot hole locations. Do not ceiling-mount.
There are two mounting methods.
1. To Mount using the imbedded “+” round metal mounting brackets.
a. Use the included template and choose mount position for the speaker (horizontal or
vertical). Painter tape template to wall, making sure it is level (when horizontally
mounting) or plumb (when vertically mounting) and positioned correctly, centered
with the TV. Mark on wall the pilot-hole locations through the template and remove
template. Leave a minimum of one inch space between speaker cabinet edge and
TV edge. Keep in mind that, when mounted, the speaker will “lock” into position
5/16-inch lower than where the pilot holes are drilled.
b. Pre-drill 1/8-inch pilot holes in marked locations. If drilling into a wall stud (ideal)
it is recommended to use #10 mounting screws (included). If there is no stud where
a pilot hole is located drill 1/4-inch pilot hole through drywall, install wall anchors
(included) into the pilot holes.
c. Feed speaker wires through the terminal port from back of speaker. Gently center
the rear “+” keyhole bracket on to the screw heads then push back slightly and then
down to lock into position.
d. Attach each wire to appropriate spring-terminal binding post.
e. Test speaker function and attach magnetically held grille.

Screw-through Location
Screw-through Location
Screw-through Location
Screw-through Location
Terminal Port
#10 screw (x2) and anchor (x4)
for keyhole mounting. Anchor is
also used for through-cabinet
mounting with #8 coarse thread
bugle head black drywall screw
#8 x 2½-inch bugle head black
coarse drywall screw (x4) for
through cabinet direct to
wall mounting.
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On-wall Installation (continued)
2. To use the “screw-through ez-mount” method, (allows for tighter fit to edge of TV).
a. Using finger or eraser-end of a pencil locate the covered screw-through locations
and depress slightly so they can be easily located, (see drawing below).
b. Insert 2½-inch black drywall or cabinet screws (included) into the center of depressed
locations.
c. Align speaker as desired. Use a level to be sure or align with edge of TV. Then slightly
start each screw to mark locations on wall then reverse screws to allow removal of
speaker but leave screws in the cabinet’s pilot holes.
d. Drill ¼-inch hole through the screw-marked locations; insert drywall anchors
(included). If location happens to be a wood stud no pilot hold is needed since wall
anchor will not be used.
e. Feed speaker wires through the terminal port from back of speaker and pull through
front of terminal port then re-mount the speaker by securing the screws into the
drywall anchors or stud(s).
f. Attach each wire to appropriate spring-terminal binding post.
g. Test speaker function and attach magnetically held grille.
Room Setup Suggestions
In order to obtain the best possible sound from your speaker system, it is important to
determine where the Ultra-3 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. Of course, this will be dictated by the TV placement for sound-bar
use. As a general guide, use the room layout diagram and the following descriptions when
setting up a home theater system. Some speakers shown in the diagram on the next page
may not be applicable to your individual system.

SOUNDBAR
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 or Dolby TrueHD and DTS Master HD which is 7.1 formats. Please consult your audio/video
professional to determine which system is best for you and how many speakers you will require.
The Ultra-3 soundbar speaker is designed to be used as a LCR (Left – Center – Right) speaker
with flat-panel TVs such as plasma and LCD monitors. This will usually dictate placing the
speakers below or above the TV.
The Ultra-3 speaker sounds best when placed with the speaker’s back against a wall but
optional mounting to TV using our SB-39 universal brackets to accommodate articulating TV
mounting brackets is also possible.
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
Placement of the subwoofer will largely determine quality, quantity, and extension of the
bass frequencies within your listening room. Bass frequencies are reinforced by close room
boundaries. Placing the subwoofer in a corner will make the subwoofer sound louder and
boost the very lowest frequencies. Placing the subwoofer away from walls will provide the
least reinforcement, making the bass sound subjectively thinner than if the woofer were
close to a wall. Good results can usually be obtained by placing a subwoofer along a wall 1-3
feet from a corner. Experiment with subwoofer placement and the sub-amplifier controls to
achieve the proper bass balance.
Room Setup Suggestions (continued)
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Specications
Model
Speaker Type:
Frequency Response:
Sensitivity
Recommended Power:
Woofer:
Tweeter:
Crossover Frequency:
Crossover Slope:
Impedance:
Finish/Color:
Grille Color:
Dimensions:
Weight:
Ultra-3
On-wall/LCR Soundbar Speaker
100Hz-20kHz ±3dB
84db (2.38V @ 1M)
20-120 Watts
(6) 4” (102mm) Proprietary Inverted Aluminum Cone Woofers
(3) 1” (25mm) Aluminum Diaphragm Neodymium Magnet Tweeter
with Textured Phase Plug
3,000 Hz
12dB/Octave
8 Ohms x3
MDF/Matte Texture Black with High-gloss End Accent Caps
Black Fabric
Adjustable from 63” to 47” W x 6-11/16” H x 1-5/8 D
(1600mm to 1194 mm W x 170mm H x 41mm D)
12.5 lbs. (5.74 kg) 63” Wide
9.5 lbs. (4.30 kg) 47” Wide
No sound from speakers.
No sound from
one speaker.
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.
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.
Check entire system for proper
polarity and make adjustments
as necessary.
Troubleshooting
Probable Cause: Solution:
Situation:

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Warranty
Your RBH Sound Ultra-3 soundbar speaker is covered by a limited warranty against defects
in materials and workmanship for a period of 5 years 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 RBH Sound 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.
* The Ultra-3 speaker is not intended for outdoor use. If used outdoors it is at owner’s discretion and
this warranty is void.

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