Rockustics XT-SurroundStone Configuration guide

XT-SurroundStone
INSTALL INSTRUCTIONS
© 2021 MSE Audio. Rev. 02.19.2021
Ultra-Fidelity Outdoor Speakers
Contact: MSE Audio, 855.663.5600 / 913.663.5600 / [email protected]
Please read the following instructions carefully before installing
your Rockustics®Rock speaker. If you have any questions re-
garding installation that are not answered in the following direc-
tions, please contact your local sound contractor or the Rock-
ustics®/MSE Audio®technical support team.
Basic Wiring
(Diagram A) Locate speaker wire on the underside of the rock.
If necessary, strip the wire ends and trim the wire to the appro-
priate length. Use the supplied silicone wire nut to connect the
positive (red) leads of the speaker and input wires. Repeat this
step with the negative (black) leads. Rockustics recommends
using 14ga or heavier Direct Burial cable for the connection be-
tween the amplier and the speakers.
NOTE: The provided wire nuts are meant for permanent installa-
tion use only. If you are temporarily wiring the speakers, do not
use these wire nuts. In the event you have used the wire nuts,
and need to re-wire your system, do not attempt to unscrew the
nuts. Instead, clip the wires below the nut, and follow the steps
in the Basic Wiring section with a new pair of waterproof wire
nuts (these are available at most hardware stores).
Optimizing Speaker Placement for Best Sound
All Rockustics speakers can generate a high SPL (sound
pressure level). Be ready to rock, but be considerate of your
neighbors! Maximum acoustic performance should be an
important factor in determining speaker placement. Here is how
to achieve it:
1) Establish where the most likely or average listening
position will be.
2) The speakers should be placed at or close to the same
distance from that point.
3) The actual distance between the listening position and the
location of the speakers is not critical. However, keep in
mind that as the distance between listening area and
speaker is increased, there will be a noticeable decrease in
perceived volume.
4) Be sure to conrm amp power matches the power rating
on the speaker. Over-driving the speaker can lead to
permanent damage that is not covered under warranty.
Optimizing Aesthetics with Speaker Placement
All Rockustics products are designed with a boost in high fre-
quency response to accommodate for placement near plants
and other landscaping features. Feel free to position the product
within your landscaping, camouaged near bushes or shrubs.
Rockustics products strive to blend into the natural aesthetic of
their surroundings.
Be sure to account for the wires which will run from the rock to
your stereo or audio source. Camouage wires by running them
an inch below ground level when possible.
Diagram A

XT-SurroundStone
INSTALL INSTRUCTIONS
© 2021 MSE Audio. Rev. 02.19.2021
Ultra-Fidelity Outdoor Speakers
Contact: MSE Audio, 855.663.5600 / 913.663.5600 / [email protected]
Cautions and Maintenance
All Rockustics Rock Series speakers are sealed and fully
weatherproof. However, DO NOT place speakers where
the grille will be in the path of a sprinkler system. Sprinklers
typically have a high water pressure level that can damage
speaker cones if hit directly.
DO NOT place soil or wood chips over the speaker grille. If the
grilles accumulate a build up of soil, the speaker may become
damaged. If build up does occur, simply rinse the grille with
a garden hose set to a low pressure level. Accumulated soil
may also promote undesired insect trafc into the speaker.
Insects may eat through the speaker cone. Chemical sprays may
also cause damage to the rubber of the speaker surround. This
includes bug spray, deck sealant, some fertilizers and oil based
products. Speakers MUST be covered when applying these
treatments or chemicals in your yard.
For environments that get snow and ice during the winter
months, be sure to check that the openings and woofer cone
are clear and there is no hard-packed snow or ice built up in
these areas before playing. If there is ice or snow present on
the cone, use a hair dryer set on a low setting to to melt it away.
If the speakers are not going to be used during winter months, it
is recommended that they either be disconnected and brought
indoors, or covered with a plastic bag to help protect the
speaker components.
Step by Step Setup
1. Locating Wire
Locate speaker wire on the
underside of the speaker. Strip
wire ends if necessary.
2. Gasket
Attach the gasket to the smooth
side of the bottom cover plate.
3. Attaching Gland
Attach the supplied liquid-tight
strain relief gland to the cover
plate and thread signal wires
through the gland.
4. Conduit
Attach the conduit clamp to
the cover plate. It may be nec-
essary to increase the open-
ing in the cover plate to t the
conduit connector. Thread sig-
nal wires through the conduit
clamp and afx the conduit
clamp.
5. Connecting Wire
Connect the speaker wire to
the input signal wire. Red is
positive, black is negative. Use
included wire nuts to secure
the connection. Tuck wires and
wire nuts into the pocket on
the underside of the speaker.
6. Cover Plate
Place cover plate over the
pocket on the underside of the
speaker and secure with the 4
supplied screws. This process
will be the same if you are using
the conduit.
7. Tap Settings
To change tap settings, remove the
plug located next to the driver to
uncover the tap switch. Use a small
at head screwdriver to adjust the
switch for the desired setting. The
tap switch is a six-position rotary
switch with positions for 64 W, 32
W, 16 W, 8 W, 4 W, and transformer
bypass (8Ω). The tap switch will be
set to the highest 70.7 volt setting
from the factory (64 W).
8. Done!
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