RS W12
Contents
Page
Introduction 2
Safety Instructions 3-4
Recycling 4
Unpacking 5
Foot/SpikeFixing 6
AmplifierPanel and Controls 7-10
Positioning& Set Up 11
Specification 12
Guaranteeand Service 13
Claims under this guarantee 13
EC Declaration of Conformity 14
Data Protection 15
OwnerInformation 15
WarrantyCard – Fold out section in back cover
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Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of Monitor Audio Silver RS W12 subwoofer, which
has been designed and constructed using quality systems and materials to
provideyearsof enjoyment, reliability and pride of ownership.
This product, as with all the Silver RS range, is hand crafted from top to bottom
using traditional woodworking skills for our sumptuous cabinets, married with
thestate of the art technology of our renowned driveunits.
Music is and should be a natural enhancement of life. It stimulates the
imagination, changes your mood, helps you relax, and provides endless hours of
entertainment.
At Monitor Audio we pride ourselves in attempting to make the listening
experienceas close as possibleto the original ‘music’ production,or as we say at
MonitorAudioour aim is to make the musicexperience “As close as it gets”.
Please read through this manual to familiarize yourself with any safety advice
and how best to set up your subwoofer to achieve the very best listening
experience.
Please retain this manual forfuture reference.
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Safety Instructions
1. Read Instructions
Please read and follow all of the instructions in this manual before
enjoyingyour subwoofer.
Any instructions preceded by this warning triangle MUST be followed.
Failureto do so may cause personal injuryordamage the unit/s
2. Lifting/Moving
Due to the extreme weight of the RS W12, care must be taken at all times
whenhandling the product and we recommenda 2-person lift.
3. Power
If the RS W12 is not likely to be used for extended periods we would
advise it is switched off at the mains power supply. This is a
recommendedsafepracticein order to reduce the risk of electricalfire.
4. Power Cord Protection
The power supply cord should be routed so that it is not likely to be
steppedon or pinched by items placed upon or against it.
5. Water & Moisture
The RS W12 should not be used near water - for example, bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, and washing machine, in a wet basement or
near a swimming pool. Under no circumstance should plants or fish
bowls be placed on the product. Please ensure that no liquid is spilt
on the appliance, especially on the rear panel where the power cord
enters the amp.
6. Heat/Humidity
TheRS W12 shouldnotbe placed nearany heatsourcesuch as radiators,
open fires, stoves, direct sunlight and any other appliance that produces
heat.
This product is designed for use within the home environment. Exposure
to extreme temperatures & humidity when placed on patios or open
conditionscouldadverselyaffect the wooden cabinet.
7. Ventilation
The RS W12 should be situated so that its location or position does not
interfere with its own proper ventilation. For example it should not be
placed on a sofa, bed or deep pile rug or similar surface that may impair
any ventilationopenings. It should not be placed in any purpose built
location without suitable ventilation being provided.
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8. Damage requiring Service
Qualifiedpersonnelshouldservicetheappliance when:
Thepowercord or plughas been damaged.
Liquidhas been spilt on therear panel.
TheRS W12 has been droppedor the enclosuredamaged.
The RS W12 does not appear to operate normally or exhibits
a marked change in itsperformance.
9. Servicing
The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that
specified in this manual. Only qualified personnel should carry out all
otherservicingrequirements.
10.Cleaning
Before cleaning it is advisable to disconnect the RS W12 from the power
supply.
Avoid touching the RS W12 drive unit whilst cleaning, as any damage will
impairitsperformance.
You will fully appreciate that great care and attention has gone into the
materials chosen to produce the Silver RS W12. It is our intention that it
should provide a lifetime of musical pleasure. A gentle wipe with a dry,
clean cloth is all that is required to remove any dust. Treat it as you
woulda fine pieceoffurniture because that ishowit has beendesigned.
11. Natural Wood Veneers
MonitorAudiotakes great pride in providinga high quality product.
We use only hand selected natural wood veneers, which are carefully
matchedand hand finished to the highest standard possible. The unique
nature of each veneer may result in natural colour variation and grain
from samples you may have seen in photos or at the dealer’s show room.
Thisis what makes theproducta special pieceof furniture.
If your speaker is finished in a Cherry veneer please be aware that it will
naturallydarken with age more so than other types ofwood veneer.
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Re-cycling
When it is time to replace your RS W12 please help us protectthe environment by
disposingofit in an appropriateand responsible manner.
Furtherdetailsare available fromwww.monitoraudio.co.uk
Unpacking
Care must be taken at all times when handling the RS W12 due to the extreme
weightof the product. We recommenda two-person lift whereverappropriate.
The feet/spike assemblies and mains power cord/s are contained in separate
protectivecardboardsleeves and shouldberemoved.
Please select the power cord appropriate to your Country/location. Mains
voltage selection for 120 or 230 Vac operation is electronically auto selected.
To remove the RS W12 from its carton place some protective material on thefloor
and having removedany items of packing from the top of the pack carefully invert
the carton. (Also see icons on the carton). Gradually pull the carton upwards to
exposethe subwoofer, which will be presentedwith its base uppermost. Remove
fixing tape from plastic bag and expose the base/cabinet to allow fitting of the
spikedfeetinto the M10 threadedinserts as describedonpage 6
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