Monitor Audio Silver RX8 Owner's Manual

owners manual

series

Silver

RX

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CONTENTS PAGE

Important Safety Instructions 2

Recycling 3

RoHS Declaration of Conformity 3

Introduction 4

Positioning 6

AV Positioning 6

2 Channel Positioning 9

Setting up the RX-FX 9

Fixing the RX-FX to a Wall 10

Plinth Fixing 10

Grilles 10

Spiked Foot Fixing 11

Port Bungs 12

Specifications 13

Guarantee and Service 14

Claims Under the Guarantee 14

Data Protection 15

Owner Information 15

EC Declaration of Conformity 16

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read these instructions1. .

Please keep these instructions.2.

Heed all warnings.3.

Follow all instructions.4.

Do not use this apparatus with water.5.

Clean only with a dry cloth.6. Great care and attention has gone into the materials

chosen to produce the Silver RX Series. A gentle wipe with a dry, clean cloth is all
that is required to remove any dust. Treat them as you would a fine piece of furniture
because that is how they have been designed. To clean the high gloss finishes use
our “Lacquer Polish” that has been developed alongside Auto Glym. It can only be
purchased from the shop on our web site.

Do not install near any heat source7. , such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or

other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Only use attachments/ accessories specified by Monitor Audio.8.

Use only with the cart9. , stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by monitor Audio

or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.10. Servicing is required when

the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen onto the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has
been dropped.

This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water 11. and that no

object filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.

This exclamation point within an equilateral triangle 12. is intended to alert the user

to the presence of important maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.

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RE-CYCLING

Correct Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) by User in Private
Households in the EU.

This symbol on the product or accessories indicates that they must not be
disposed of with your household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent
possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled
waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of
material resources. Instead it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste
equipment by handing it over to a designated WEEE collection point for
recycling. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment
will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a
manner that protects human health and the environment.

For more specific information about where you can take your equipment for recycling please
contact your local city/council office, your local waste disposal service or the outlet where
you purchased your Silver RX product.

ROHS DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Directive 2002/95/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council on
the reduction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and
electronic equipment, January2003.

Background

The RoHS directive restricts the use of Lead (Pb), Cadmium (Cd), Mercury (Hg), hexavalent
Chromium (CrVI), polybrominated biphenyl (PBB) compounds, and polybrominated diphenyl
ether (PBDE) compounds in electrical and electronic equipment sold in the European
Union.

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INTRODUCTION

The new Silver RX Series builds on the huge success of the award winning Silver RS
Series by incorporating advanced technologies, developed from the prestigious Platinum
and Gold Signature Series. It’s the blend of these advanced technologies that makes the
new RX Series so unique, with performance to eclipse that of its predecessor.

Honed from the renowned C-CAM

®

material, the new RST® cone profile has been designed
and refined using hi-tech computer simulation to reduce cone break up and provide purer,
more natural mid-range clarity. The rigid, non magnetic cast polymer chassis incorporates
venting to keep the driver cool as well as reduce internal pressure, resulting in the ability to
play louder and cleaner.

A new C-CAM gold dome tweeter has been optimised to propel high frequency performance
to beyond 35kHz, enabling the full potential of current and future wide-bandwidth High
Definition audio and cinema formats.

HiVe

®

II port design has been introduced, providing clean powerful bass and superior
transient response. Single bolt through driver technology has also been employed to
enhance cabinet rigidity by providing additional bracing, whilst maintaining consistent
tension for the driver. This in turn reduced excessive vibration from the driver and cabinet
together, giving lower colouration across the entire frequency spectrum. Stylish magnetic
grilles have no visible fixings and provide clean overall visuals, adding to the simplicity and
refinement of the smooth overall appearance.

The Silver RX range has all the necessary ingredients to build the most demanding audio or
multi-channel systems. From a two-channel audiophile set-up to serious theatre install, the
Silver RX Series blends versatility, performance and style coupled with the ethos of Monitor
Audio’s long audiophile heritage.

RX1

The diminutive RX1 is configured to offer an impressively natural, rhythmic sound in a
beautifully compact and practical form. Standing at just 31cm tall, the RX1 will deliver
faithful crystal-clear definition and power from just about anywhere. Perfect for music and
film sound where space is at a premium, the RX1 provides elite Monitor Audio quality to
refresh and enliven your system.

RX2

The larger RX2 is designed as an audiophile compact 2-way speaker, having the efficiency
and bandwidth of a much larger speaker, while being easier to position around the home. It
offers extended high frequencies to resolve hidden detail, coupled with immense dynamic
headroom and bass depth, so that all the delicacy and drama of your favourite and future
music and film sound is revealed.

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