Infinity Speaker RS 1 User Manual

RS  
Reference Standard (RS)  
Bookshelf Speaker Systems  
Models RS 1, RS 2, RS 3  
Owners Manual  
Part #333365-001  
 
PLANNING  
Y
OUR SYSTEM  
STEREO SPEAKER  
PLACEMENT...  
Before deciding where to put your RS Series bookshelf speakers, survey your room and think  
about placement, keeping the following points in mind:  
These speakers are designed for placement on surfaces such as bookshelves, a low table, or  
speaker stands.  
For best results, try placing the speakers closer together than the distance to the listening  
area.  
Position each speaker so that the top of the cabinet is between 25 and 50 inches above the  
floor.  
Refer to Figure 1 when placing speakers for best bass level and stereo image (see Final  
Adjustments on page 6).  
Refer to Home Theater Placement on the next page if you also plan to use the speakers for  
home theater reproduction.  
Figure 1. Experiment with speaker  
placement to obtain the best bass level  
and stereo imaging in your room.  
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PLANNING  
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OUR SYSTEM (CONT  
D
)
HOME THEATER  
PLACEMENT...  
RS Series bookshelf speakers are also suitable for use in reproducing sound from front left,  
center, and front right channels, as well as rear surrounds (see Figure 2).  
For front channel use, place one RS Series speaker on the left and another on the right (on  
bookshelves or pedestals) along either side of the television monitor. For center-channel use,  
place a RS Series speaker on top of the TV, or below (on a bookshelf or table), tilted upward  
toward the listener for maximum sonic impact. Since the speakers are magnetically shielded,  
you can set them in very close without worrying about the field distorting the TV picture.  
For rear channel use, place speakers on bookshelves or pedestals alongside or behind the  
listening position. Final placement depends on room acoustics, availability of space, and your  
listening preference. If you do not like having a sound source coming directly from behind, try  
placing rear speakers on the side and slightly to the rear to provide a more balanced surround  
sound field.  
NOTE: You can add an Infinity subwoofer for deep bass impact on sound effects and music. Contact  
your local Infinity dealer for recommendations on subwoofer models for your application.  
Figure 2. This overhead view shows  
a typical home theater plan.  
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WIRING THE SYSTEM  
IMPORTANT: Make sure all equipment is turned off before making any connections.  
TURN OFF ALL POWER...  
For speaker connections, use #18 gauge speaker wire (or #16 for runs over 25 feet) with  
polarity coding. The side of the wire with a ridge or other coding is usually considered negative  
polarity (i.e., ).  
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NOTE: If desired, consult your local Infinity dealer about speaker wire and connection options.  
RS Series speakers have color coded terminals that accept a variety of wire connectors. The most  
common connection is shown in Figure 3.  
Figure 3. RS Series speakers feature color-  
coded terminals. This example shows the  
most common way of connecting speaker  
wire by directly inserting into terminals.  
To ensure proper polarity, connect each terminal on the back of the amplifier, receiver, or  
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television to the respective (red) terminal on each speaker, as shown in Figure 4. Similarly,  
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connect the (black) terminals in the same way. Also, see the owners manuals that were  
included with your amplifier, receiver, or television to confirm connection procedures.  
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Figure 4. Wiring diagram shows polarity  
connections for one channel of a stereo or  
home theater system.  
IMPORTANT!  
Do not reverse polarities (i.e., to or to ) when making connections. Doing so will  
cause poor imaging and diminished bass response.  
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FINAL ADJUSTMENTS  
Check the speakers for playback first by setting the system volume control for a minimum level,  
and then by applying power to your audio system. Play a favorite music or video segment and  
increase the system volume control to a comfortable level.  
NOTE: You should hear balanced audio reproduction across the entire frequency spectrum. If not, check  
all wiring connections or consult the Authorized Infinity Dealer where you purchased the system for  
more help.  
The amount of bass you hear and the stereo image quality will be affected by a number of  
different factors, including the rooms size and shape, the construction materials used to build  
the room, the listeners position relative to the speakers, and the position of the speakers in  
the room.  
Listen to a variety of music selections and note the bass level. If there is too much bass, move  
the speakers away from nearby walls (see Figure 1 on page 3). Conversely, if you want more  
bass, place the speakers closer to the walls.  
Nearby reflecting surfaces can adversely affect stereo imaging quality. If this happens, try  
angling the speakers slightly inward toward the listening position, until the desired effect is  
achieved (see Figure 1 on page 3).  
CARE  
O
F
YOUR SPEAKER SYSTEM  
Each RS Series cabinet has a wood-vinyl finish that does not require any routine  
maintenance. When needed, use a soft cloth, dampened with water only, to remove any  
fingerprints or to wipe off dust.  
Clean the grille by gentle vacuuming or with a damp cloth.  
NOTE: Do not use any cleaning products or polishes on the cabinet or grille.  
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SPECIFICATIONS RS 1  
Recommended Amplifier Power:  
15 ~ 100 W  
55 ~ 20,000Hz  
89dB spl  
PERFORMANCE DATA  
Frequency Range:  
Sensitivity: (2.83 V @ 1 m)  
Nominal Impedance:  
8 W  
Bass:  
514" (125 mm)  
12 " (12 mm)  
DRIVE UNITS  
DIMENSIONS  
High Frequency:  
Height, Width, Depth:  
Weight (each, net):  
10 12 x 61 2 x 8" (266 x 165 x 203 mm)  
8.7 lb (3.9 kg)  
RS 2  
Recommended Amplifier Power:  
15 ~ 100 W  
50 ~ 20,000Hz  
89dB spl  
PERFORMANCE DATA  
Frequency Range:  
Sensitivity: (2.83 V @ 1 m)  
Nominal Impedance:  
8 W  
DRIVE UNITS  
DIMENSIONS  
Bass:  
612" (160 mm)  
12" (12 mm)  
High Frequency:  
Height, Width, Depth:  
Weight (each, net):  
13 x 712 x 10" (330 x 190 x 254 mm)  
12.2 lb (5.5 kg)  
RS 3  
PERFORMANCE DATA  
Recommended Amplifier Power:  
15 ~ 125 W  
40 ~ 20,000Hz  
89dB spl  
Frequency Range:  
Sensitivity: (2.83 V @ 1 m)  
Nominal Impedance:  
8 W  
DRIVE UNITS  
DIMENSIONS  
Bass:  
612 " (160 mm)  
1" (25 mm)  
High Frequency:  
Height, Width, Depth:  
Weight (each, net):  
15 12 x 712 x 10" (393 x 190 x 254 mm)  
14.2 lb (6.5 kg)  
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LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY  
Who is protected by the warranty?  
Your Infinity warranty protects the original retail purchaser and all subsequent owners for a period of five (5) years (parts and labor) from any  
failure as a result of original manufacturing defect so long as: (1) your Infinity loudspeaker was purchased within the fifty United States or by  
military personnel from an authorized military outlet and (2) the original dated Bill of Sale is presented whenever service is required during the  
warranty period. This warranty does not apply to products purchased elsewhere; other purchasers should contact their local Infinity distributor for  
warranty information.  
What does the Infinity warranty cover?  
Except as specified below, this warranty covers all defects in original materials and workmanship. The following are not covered: damage caused  
by accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, product modification; damage occurring during shipment; damage caused by failure to follow instructions in  
the owners manual, including failure to perform recommended periodic or routine maintenance; damage resulting from repairs by someone not  
authorized by Infinity; claims based upon any misrepresentations by the sellers; and any Infinity product on which the serial number has been  
altered, defaced or removed.  
Who pays for what?  
During the period of this warranty, subject to the above conditions, Infinity will pay all of the labor and material expenses to repair a  
warrantable defect.  
How can warranty service be obtained?  
In the event that your Infinity loudspeaker should require service, you should first contact the Infinity dealer from whom the product was  
purchased or, if this is not practical, contact Infinity directly (ATTN: Customer Service) at 80 Crossways Park West, Woodbury, NY 11797,  
(516) 496-3400. We may direct you to an authorized service center for Infinity products or ask you to send them to us for repair. In either case,  
you will have to present your original Bill of Sale to establish warranty coverage.  
Do not send your speaker to us without prior authorization from our Customer Service Department. You are responsible for transporting your  
product to either Infinity or an authorized service center and for payment of all shipping charges; however, Infinity will pay the return shipping  
charges (in the event you return the product to us) if the repairs are covered by warranty. If you experience difficulty in transporting your product  
or are in need of packing materials, please advise us and we may be able to suggest alternative procedures and/or provide adequate packing  
materials.  
LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES: All implied warranties, including fitness for a particular purpose and merchantability are limited in  
duration and length to the warranty period for your product.  
LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: Infinity is not responsible for an incidental or consequential damage of  
any kind. Our liability is limited to the repair or replacement, at our option, of a defective product.  
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential  
damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other  
rights which vary from state to state.  
NOTE: In the event that there is a difference between this warranty and the provisions in any advertisements, product brochure, or packaging  
cartons, the terms of this warranty will prevail.  
Infinity constantly strives to update and improve existing products, as well as create new ones. Therefore the specifications and construction details in this and  
related Infinity publications are subject to change without notice.  
© 1997 Infinity Systems Inc., 80 Crossways Park West, Woodbury, NY 11797 USA  
(516) 496-3400 • FAX (516) 496-4868  
Infinity is a registered trademark of Infinity Systems, Inc.  
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