Skylon Rubicon 100 User manual

Rubicon Tower Speakers
Version 3.1 1/1/08
Please read and understand all instructions before beginning installation.
Any Questions? 800-418-1616
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Skylon Rubicon Tower Speakers! The Rubicon Series delivers the
loudest, clearest, most efficient use of power available in any tower speaker.They reproduce the finest details of the
midrange while reproducing the mid-bass range with intense dynamics and exceptional transient response.
Their performance provides a truly exciting listening experience.
The design and materials of the Rubicon Series drivers are what provide a high level of performance. The cones
are formed from poly-mica. A poly-mica cone gives you the smooth frequency response of a polypropylene cone
with the dynamics and detail of a light paper cone.with the dynamics and detail of a light paper cone. They are formed with a reinforcing ridge at the outer edge to
further stiffen the cone body and damp resonances in the body of the cone. The result is a very stiff and light cone
that is well damped for excellent transient response, high efficiency, and very low distortion. A santoprene surround
provides outstanding performance and weather resistance. High temperature copper wire voice coils and large
oversized motor structures provide the power necessary for high efficency and incredible transient response with
intense dynamics.
In 2005 Skylon introduced Long Throw Technology to the market. Controlled dispersion HLCD (horn loaded
compression driver) speakers are the most technologically advanced method for overcoming the acoustics of the compression driver) speakers are the most technologically advanced method for overcoming the acoustics of the
wakeboarding speaker environment. Their proprietary characteristics make them the ultimate choice in midrange
and high frequency reproduction combining very high efficiency, wide bandwith and proper dispersion pattern.
The Skylon horn loaded speaker design yield many advantages over direct radiating speaker designs. With ultra
high efficiency of up to105dB you can experience your music with impact and realism even at 90 feet behind the boat.
By utilizing the proprietary Skylon design method, your speakers will sound better in a boat than any other speakers.
That is because SkylonThat is because Skylon’s engineers work in the boat. Each and every speaker is designed and tested in real world
boat environments. They are not warmed over car audio speakers installed in a boat. Only Skylon offers a “system”
approach where both tower and in-boat speakers are designed as a family. Only Skylon does this! When you
combine the benefits of controlled dispersion, high efficiency, and low distortion, it becomes clear that they are the
ultimate choice for a wakeboard tower speaker!
The heart of these systems is the crossover network which is more than just a simple frequency dividing system.
It incorporates a complex multiple frequency equalization circuit with attenuation to match the output of the HLCDIt incorporates a complex multiple frequency equalization circuit with attenuation to match the output of the HLCD
to the mid-bass drivers. The crossover section is manufactured utilizing metallized film capacitors and high power
low loss inductors. Thank you for choosing Skylon as your preferred tower speaker manufacturer!
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Wiring Diagram
Note: The 2+ and
2- terminals on the
input connectors
are not used unless
optional speaker
light is installed.
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Skylon Speaker Clamp Installation
Parts list
A. Speaker clamp top
B. Speaker Clamp bottom
C. Delrin clamp insert
D. Threaded Bezel Insert
E. Bezel Insert boltE. Bezel Insert bolt
F. Rubber tubing inserts (7) (marked A-G)
G. Speaker clamp bolts (2)
Step 1
Take the clamp top (A) and clamp bottom (B) with the appropriate rubber insert for the tubing
diameter to allow the clamp top and bottom to almost touch when mounted. A ¼” gap on
each side before tightening is optimal. Leave the rubber insert in place on the tower.
Step 2Step 2
Attach speaker clamp bottom (B) to top of speaker bezel.
Insert threaded bezel insert (D) into back of speaker bezel top as shown. (Image A)
Place the clamp bottom at desired angle. Hold speaker up to desired tower tube location to
insure proper speaker direction when mounted. Insert bezel insert bolt (E) thru top of speaker
clamp bottom and tighten bolt into the threaded bezel insert. Use blue Locktite during this
procedure.
Step 3Step 3
Place clamp top (A) on the top of the rubber insert which still should be in place on top of the
tower. Insert both clamp screws (G) into holes in top of clamp top. Lift speaker up into position
and push upward to get clamp bottom firmly into rubber insert. CAREFULLY start clamp bolts
evenly on both sides and tighten both bolts while alternating one side to the other. There
should be a small gap between each clamp half when completely tight.
If you have any questions regarding this procedure you can call Skylon at 1.800.418.1616

-Strip ends of speaker wire to 1/2”.
-Place gray threaded collar (C) and
clamp (B) on to speaker wire.
-Insert stripped ends of speaker
wire into connector (A). Use only 1+ and
1- on connector (A). The terminals are
labeled next to the screw heads labeled next to the screw heads
[see previous page for wiring diagram]
-Install right angle shell (D) onto the threads
of connector(A). Secure with screw (F).
Blue collar of connector and right angle shell
should be flush.
-Install both halves of blue collar (E) onto
right angle shell (D). [See Fig. 1]right angle shell (D). [See Fig. 1]
-Slide clamp (B) onto assembled right angle
(D). Align clamp (B) to index of right angle (D).
-Thread collar (C) onto right angle (D) over
clamp (B).

-Power handling (continuous)-100 watts.
-Nominal impedance-3 ohm
-Sensitivity-92db SPL with 1 watt of power (2.83 volts) measured at a distance
of 1 meter in free air
-(2) 6” coaxial drivers
-Quick Release wiring connectors
-Dura-tech acoustically engineered composite enclosure for low resonance-Dura-tech acoustically engineered composite enclosure for low resonance
and light weight.
-Collar mounting system fits 1.5”-2.875” tubing for a secure fit.
-Power handling (continuous)-125 watts.
-Nominal impedance-3 ohm
-Sensitivity-92db SPL with 1 watt of power (2.83 volts) measured at a distance
of 1 meter in free air
-(2) 6” coaxial drivers
-Quick Release wiring connectors
-Dura-tech acoustically engineered composite enclosure for low resonance-Dura-tech acoustically engineered composite enclosure for low resonance
and light weight.
-Collar mounting system fits 1.5”-2.875” tubing for a secure fit.
-Power handling (continuous)-300 watts.
-Nominal impedance-3 ohm
-Sensitivity-97db SPL with 1 watt of power (2.83 volts) measured at a distance
of 1 meter in free air
-(2) 8” Skylon Audio mid-bass drivers for accurate reproduction of lower frequencies
-(2) 1“ coaxially mounted compression horn drivers
-Quick Release wiring connectors-Quick Release wiring connectors
-Dura-tech acoustically engineered composite enclosure for low resonance
and light weight.
-Collar mounting system fits 1.5”-2.875” tubing for a secure fit.
-Power handling (continuous)-400 watts.
-Nominal impedance-3 ohm
-Sensitivity-97db SPL with 1 watt of power (2.83 volts) measured at a distance
of 1 meter in free air
-(2) 8” Skylon Audio mid-bass drivers for accurate reproduction of lower frequencies
-(2) 1“ Compression horn drivers
-Quick Release wiring connectors-Quick Release wiring connectors
-Dura-tech acoustically engineered composite enclosure for low resonance
and light weight.
-Collar mounting system fits 1.5”-2.875” tubing for a secure fit.
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Warranty Information
Skylon Warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under
normal use for a period of one (1) year from date of original purchase from an authorized
Skylon Dealer. Should service be necessary under this warranty for any reason due to
manufacturing defect or malfunction during the warranty period, Skylon will replace or
repair (at it’s discretion) the defective merchandise with equivalent merchandise at no
charge. Discontinued products may be replaced with equivalent products. This warranty is
valid only for the original purchaser and is not extended to owners of the product subsequent valid only for the original purchaser and is not extended to owners of the product subsequent
to the original purchaser. Any applicable implied warranties are limited in duration to a period
of the expressed warranty as provided herein beginning with the date of the original purchase
at retail, and no warranties, whether expressed or implied, shall apply to this product thereafter.
Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties, therefore these exclusions may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights; however you may have other rights
that vary from state to state. Any Skylon Audio speaker that has been removed from the original
can/housing will not be eligible for any warrantcan/housing will not be eligible for any warranty. Speakers must be in original cans/housing.
What To Do If You Need Warranty or Service
Defective merchandise must be returned to your local Authorized Skylon Dealer for warranty.
Assistance in locating an Authorized Dealer can be obtained by visiting skylonsports.com. If
it becomes necessary for you to return defective merchandise, call the Skylon Audio
Customer Service Department at [phone] for a Return Authorization (RA) number.
Package all defective items in the original container or in a package that will prevent shipping
damage, and return to Skylon Audio at 1317 Vinci Ave. Sacramento, CA 95838
The RThe RA number must be clearly marked on the outside of the package. Return only defective
components. Return of entire systems increases your return freight charges. Non-defective
items recieved will be returned freight collect. Include a dated proof-of-purchase and copy of
RA in return. Warranty expiration on items returned without proof-of-purchase will be
determined from the manufacturing date code. Coverage may be invalidated if this date is
greater than 18 months previous to the date item is sent in. Freight must be prepaid; items
recieved freight collect will be refused. Failure to follow these steps may void your warranty.
Any questions can be directed to the Skylon Customer Service Department at [phone].Any questions can be directed to the Skylon Customer Service Department at [phone].
What is Not Covered
This warranty is valid only if the product is used for the purpose for which it was designed.
Warranty does not cover:
-Install Slips (Screwdriver Holes)
-Damage caused by exposure to water and/or excessive heat.
-Damage through negligence, misuse, or accident.
-Items physically damaged due to abuse.
-Freight damage.-Freight damage.
-The cost of shipping product to Skylon.
-Items previously repaired by any unauthorized repair facility.
-Items returned from unauthorized individuals or dealers.
-Return shipping on non-defective items.
-Speakers damaged due to amplifier clipping or distortion
.