RSL Speedwoofer 105MK2 User manual

For those already familiar with our award-winning Speedwoofer 10S and think bass doesn’t get any
beer, be prepared for a surprise. Your new Speedwoofer 10SMK2 ups the ante. The original 10S amazed,
dazzled, and used up many of audio’s best adjecves. The new Speedwoofer 10SMK2 has a new more pow-
erful amplier for higher output in all ranges as well as digging deeper in the bass. Now, an integrated
DSP maximizes performance at all frequencies. Yet, the precision and accuracy the Speedwoofer is known
for, is improved.
The enjoyment of your Speedwoofer is dependent on several factors including, posioning, room acous-
cs, and the sengs on the amplier or device that supplies the audio signal. We strongly suggest that
you download our owner’s manual at www.rslspeakers.com/manuals. We tried to keep the boring
stu at a minimum.
We want your new Speedwoofer 10SMK2 to live up to its full potenal. If it doesn’t seem to, contact us and
we’ll be happy to provide the high level of customer service we’re known for.
Steps To Bass Nirvana
1. Save all packing materials in the unlikely event your Speedwoofer needs servicing in the future.
2. Find the right locaon for your Speedwoofer, where the bass is distributed evenly among your seang
posions. This is dependent on your room’s acouscal characteriscs. We suggest experimenng.
3. Connect your subwoofer to your A/V receiver or amplier using an RCA cable or the oponal wireless
transmier. For home theater, you'll run the cable from the receiver's subwoofer out to the Speed-
woofer's LFE in. For stereo, use the Line In inputs and select the correct crossover seng on the sub-
woofer.
4. Run the auto-setup of your receiver (even if you've run it previously).
5. Refer to the diagram and our explanaons to set the controls of the Speedwoofer.
10SMK2
Quick Start Guide

Power Indicator - When the LED is red, the Speedwoofer is in standby mode. Aer receiving a signal, the
LED turns green or blue (depending on version of Speedwoofer) and your subwoofer is in operaon
mode. No light means the sub isn't receiving power. Re-check the power switch and AC power connec-
on. For standby to funcon, the auto power switch must be set to on.
Wireless Pairing Switch - To use your Speedwoofer wirelessly, you'll need the oponal wireless trans-
mier. To pair the Speedwoofer, refer to the instrucons included with the transmier.
Volume - Controls the volume of bass output. During setup, we suggest seng the volume control near
the 12 o'clock posion. This allows maximum exibility if you need to perform ne volume adjustments
later. If you nd that you have to turn the volume up too high or down too low, refer to the setup in your
A/V receiver to adjust the its output level to the subwoofer.
Crossover-DSP Sengs – The crossover knob selects both the crossover frequency and also lets you
select from 2 DSP sound modes. If the knob is turned fully counterclockwise unl it clicks (LFE enabled),
the internal crossover of the Speedwoofer is bypassed and the crossover funcon will be handled by your
home theater receiver or processor. Also, with the Speedwoofer’s crossover bypassed, the DSP mode will
extend the Speedwoofer’s bass response. This is ideal for home theater.
If the knob is rotated clockwise o the bypass posion, the Speedwoofer’s crossover is acve, and you
can select the appropriate frequency. For example, an 80Hz seng means your Speedwoofer will handle
all frequencies at 80Hz and below. An 80Hz seng is recommended for larger bookshelf speakers. For
smaller bookshelf speakers, we recommend a seng of 90-100Hz. We also suggest listening with dier-
ent crossover sengs so the Speedwoofer integrates seamlessly with the rest of your system.
Also, with the internal crossover acve, the DSP will enable your Speedwoofer to deliver the same perfor-
mance as our original Speedwoofer 10S. This may be a good choice if you primarily listen to music or if
you wish to limit the bass that is transmied to other rooms. To use this mode with your home theater
receiver’s internal crossover also acve, turn the crossover knob fully clockwise. This will prevent the in-
ternal crossover from interfering with your home theater receiver’s crossover.
Phase - Allows you to slightly delay the bass through the subwoofer, which can help the subwoofer blend
perfectly with the rest of your system. The bass should sound like it’s coming from your front speakers
instead of a separate subwoofer. The standard seng is 0 degrees, but feel free to experiment.
Auto Power - In the auto power on posion, the Speedwoofer will remain in standby mode unl it re-
ceives an audio signal. The power indicator will change from red to green and the Speedwoofer is in oper-
aon mode. In the auto power o posion, the Speedwoofer will always stay in operaon mode, which
will not harm the subwoofer.
Line In/LFE In - LFE stands for low frequency eects. For home theater, use a single RCA cable from the
receiver's subwoofer or LFE out to the Speedwoofer's LFE in. For a 2 channel system, use a stereo pair of
RCA cables to the Speedwoofer's line In le and right inputs.
Line Out - Can be used for 2 dierent purposes. For a 2 channel system, this can feed the signal back to
your stereo amplier for the other speakers. The line outs can also be used to connect an addional
Speedwoofer. See the Dual Speedwoofer secon.
Speaker Level In - This connecon can be used in stereo systems with ampliers that do not have pre-
amplier outputs. In this case, you can connect one set of speaker wires to your Speedwoofer and anoth-
er stereo set to your main speakers. Use the Speedwoofer’s internal crossover.
If you experience ground-loop hum, this is not the fault of the subwoofer. It is the result of dierences in
the ground characteriscs between dierent audio equipment. Fortunately, this is easy to x. Connect a
length of wire from your audio amplier’s ground to the Speedwoofer amplier’s ground. If your audio
amplier does not have a ground lug, then loosen a screw around the perimeter of the chassis. Wrap the
stripped end of the wire around the screw and re-ghten. The hum should vanish.
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Main Power Switch - This will normally be le on. However, when connecng and disconnecng cables
to the Speedwoofer, rst make sure the main power switch is o. When switched on, your Speedwoofer
will go into standby mode (red light) unl it receives an audio signal (when the auto power switch is set to
on). Then, the light will turn from red to blue or green (depending on version of Speedwoofer). When the
Speedwoofer stops receiving a signal, it will return to standby mode aer approximately 20 minutes. To
use the standby funcon, the auto power switch must be set to on.
AC Receptacle - Receives the power cord and AC power. This is where the fuse is stored.
Dual Speedwoofers
It’s easy to run 2 Speedwoofers (your neighbors will wish it was harder). If your audio source (receiver or
amplier doesn’t have dual subwoofer outputs), simply connect an RCA cable from the rst Speedwoof-
er’s Line Out to the second Speedwoofer’s Line Ins (a single cable for home theater or a stereo cable for 2
channel stereo). Now, both subwoofers will play when the rst Speedwoofer receives a signal. This meth-
od will only work when the rst subwoofer is connected either by line input or speaker level input.
Specicaons
Frequency Response: 21-200 Hz+/- 3db
Overall Frequency Response: 18-200 Hz (Room dependent)
Amplier Power: 400 Was/RMS (1,000 or more Was Peak Dynamic Power) Note: Peak power specs
are not regulated and isn’t an honest way to rate power.
10" Aluminum Frame High–Excursion Woofer with Massive Double Magnet Structure
Compression Guide Tuning Technology
Wireless Operaon with Oponal Wireless Transmier
Wireless range: approximately 50 feet.
Dimensions: 16"H x 15"W x 17 3/4" D (Including AC Cord) Weight: 45 lbs.
Care And Maintenance
Caring for your RSL Speedwoofer is relavely easy and does not require much on your part. We have
listed the most important dos and don’ts below.
1. Clean your subwoofer using a so, moist cloth (Windex or water is recommended), preferably micro-
ber or lint-free. Do not put your subwoofer in the washing machine or dish washer.
2. Be very gentle when cleaning the front of your subwoofer, trying not to put pressure on the woofer
itself.
3. Be careful with liquids or beverages near your Speedwoofer. It does not play beer when wet. Don’t
place owers or plants that require watering on top of the subwoofer. Watering your Speedwoofer
will not make it grow.
4. Please keep your Speedwoofer away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Leave a few inches of
room behind the Speedwoofer for air ow to the amplier.
5. If you operate the subwoofer with the grille o, please make sure that the woofer does not come in
contact with anything as it can be damaged.
6. Wires can loosen over me. Periodically check to make sure all connecons to the Speedwoofer are
ght.
7. Your Speedwoofer may not be used as a otaon device.
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Input Voltage - Is normally set for use in the U.S. and Canada at 110 Volts. If your country's AC voltage
is 230-240 Volts, you must change this seng before using the Speedwoofer. You must also change the
fuse to a 2.5 amp fuse. See the back of the subwoofer. Failure to do this will damage the subwoofer
and is not covered under warranty.

Peace Of Mind Warranty
We’ve gone to great lengths to build a subwoofer that will serve you well for many years. However, in the
unlikely event it breaks and it’s our fault, we’ll x it for free.
Speakers are warraned for 5 years; electronics are warranted for 2 years.
We have designed the Speedwoofer to have its parts easily replaced by the user, requiring only a Phillips
screwdriver and minimal technical knowledge. We may oer this soluon to you in order to save you the
expense and hassle of sending your subwoofer to us.
Here are the terms (sorry, our lawyer made us do this):
RSL warranes your speakers for a period of 5 years from the date of purchase. We warranty our sub-
woofer ampliers for a period of 2 years from the date of purchase. Our products are warranted to be
free of defects in original materials and workmanship. Our warranes apply to the original purchaser. To
obtain warranty service, we ask you to help us out with the following:
1. Be able to furnish a copy of your sales invoice. However, if you can’t nd it, we’ll do our best to re
up the computer and look it up for you.
2. The serial numbers must be intact and match those on your sales invoice. Return authorizaon must
rst be obtaining by contacng us before sending your subwoofer to us. It must be properly packed.
Our speakers were designed for residenal stereo or home theater use and must be used in this manner.
They were not specically designed for public address, musical instrument amplicaon, or other com-
mercial or high intensity applicaons such as county fairs or NASCAR races. Such use is not covered under
warranty.
Speakers returned under the terms of the warranty will be repaired or replaced at our opon. We will pay
for shipping the repaired product back to you if you live in the connental U.S. You are responsible for
prepaying the shipping to us. Speakers that have been abused, operated improperly, improperly packed,
tampered with, insulted or opened (without our prior permission) will not be repaired under warranty.
This warranty does not cover damage caused by the use of faulty or improper audio/video components.
This is the total warranty. There are no other warranes, expressed or implied. No responsibility is as-
sumed for any incidental or consequenal damages. This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you
may have other rights which vary from state to state.
If you require service, please contact us at [e-mail] or by phone [phone].
26500 W. Agoura Road
Suite 571
Calabasas, CA 91302
[phone]
www.rslspeakers.com
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