Your Rocket
Outdoor
Series
Speaker
Enjoyment
Guide
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Your Rocket Outdoor Series speakers are carefully hand-packaged utilizing
molded foam inserts to protect it in shipping. When removing your speakers
take care not to exert pressure on the front grilles.
We strongly recommend that you save the foam inserts and shipping cartons
to protect your speakers, should you ever need to move or ship them to a
new location.
Thank you. And Congratulations!
Please accept our thanks for buying Rocket Outdoor Series speakers from
AV123. We sincerely appreciate your confidence in us and our products.
Although we know these speakers represent extraordinary value, we also
know that the real test is how you feel about your speakers several months
from now. That’s why AV123 will continue to work hard to earn your respect
with technical advice and customer service that is second to none in our industry.
You can visit the AV123 website (www.av123.com) at any time for up-to-date
product information and answers to FAQ’s, as well as seeking advice from the
AV123 community at our new online forum (www.forum.av123.com).
Should you require that personal touch, please don’t hesitate to contact our
support department, toll-free, at (877) 543-7500 option 2. You’ll find our
knowledgeable Technical Services Department eager and willing to help.
We ask that you read this owner’s manual first. It contains many tips on getting your new loudspeakers set up, connected, configured, and performing
their absolute best in your unique environment. We hope you find it clear,
concise, and useful.
Again, thank you for your support.
AV123
Your Rocket Outdoor Series
Speaker Enjoyment Guide
Table of Contents
Product and Company Introduction
Section 1-Items Included
1.1 Tools Required
Section 2-Placement
Section 3–Choosing Speaker Wire
Section 4–Installing Mounting Brackets
4.1 Where to place your new speakers
4.2 Attaching the speaker to the bracket
Section 5-Cleaning
Section 6-Protecting the Speaker Wire
Section 7-Painting the Speakers
Section 8-Specifications and Your Outdoor Speaker Warranty
8.1 Stay in Touch!
8.2 AV123 Warranty Policy and Registration
8.3 Specifications
Introduction to AV123 and your new
Rocket Outdoor Series Speakers
At AV123, our absolute highest
priority begins and ends with you,
the customer. You can rest assured that if you’re not 100% satisfied with your purchase within 30
days from your original receipt
date, you may return your product(s) for a
prompt refund in full (excluding shipping
charges) with no explanation necessary. Coupled with the expert advice on our website and
through our trained advisors, there is simply not
a safer way or place to buy today. At AV123,
misleading and high-pressure sales tactics have
no place. Not only do we give you the tools and
the resources to fully evaluate your purchase before your order is placed; we back this up after
the fact by allowing you a full month to audition
our products in your own home before your final
decision is made.
We’ve done our best to provide you with products and services meeting or exceeding your expectations. However as good as our products
are, they do not match our dedication to each
and every sale. Should you need any further
assistance in the future with your A/V system,
you can bet that AV123 will be there supporting
and assisting you as you make your way to your
next level of audio/visual enjoyment.
We hope you enjoy your new home theater, and
thank you again for your support of AV123!
Section 1-Items Included
Your new Rocket Outdoor Series speakers includes just about everything to get you up and
running in a few short minutes:
• Pair of Rocket Outdoor speakers
• Pair of mounting brackets
However, listed below are a few things you will
need to complete proper installation. Should you
have any questions about those items below or
where to find them, feel free to call our support
staff at any time.
• Receiver or preamp/processor and ampli-
fier.
• An audio source such as a DVD / CD
player.
• Speaker wire – 14 gauge or higher
(smaller # = larger wire).
1.1 Tools Required
• Drill with bit
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Screws made for the material you are
mounting to.
Section 2-Placement
To achieve the best performance your Outdoor
Series speakers have to offer, there are a few
guidelines to follow.
• Mount both speakers on the same wall or
overhang
• Ensure the speakers are not facing each
other
• Try to place the speakers at least 7’ apart
Section 3-Choosing Speaker Wire
Be sure to use the proper gauge or thickness for
the length of your run. We recommend 14ga.
wire for runs up to 40’. Over 40’, use 12ga. You
can find standard ‘zip cord’ (2-conductor copper
wire) at most hardware stores. For the ultimate
protection from the elements, use Onix SP-200
wire. It’s superior shielding and triple-thick
jacket will last many many years in harsh environments. SP-200 meets in-wall ratings but if
you do wish to run the wire in the walls or
underground, be sure to check with local building
code requirements.
Section 4-Installing Mounting
Brackets
You can mount your speakers with the supplied
brackets horizontally or vertically or set them on a
table or railing; whatever works best for you. For
patios and backyards, under the roof overhang
works well. Try to place the speakers at least 7’
apart.
4.1 Installing the Brackets on the
Exterior of a House
Begin by marking the holes to be drilled. You can
easily make a template of the holes using the
bracket. Place a sheet of paper over the back of
the bracket and make a pencil rubbing. Hold this
rubbing up to the surface to determine the hole
spacing. For wood installations, drill two pilot
holes. Next, install the screws. Do not tighten
the screws down all the way, leave them out
about 1/8”. Now you can slide the bracket onto
the screws and tighten.
4.2 Attaching the Speaker
to the Bracket
When you install the speakers, you want the
tweeters on the inside (closer to each other). Insert the knob into each side of the speaker and
tighten a few turns. Now attach the speaker wire
while the binding posts are in an easy to reach
position. You can position the angle of the
speaker and then tighten the knobs fully. Take a
few steps back and ensure the both speakers are
on the same angle.
Section 5-Cleaning
Use a damp cloth to clean your speakers. If you
need a little more cleaning power, add a mild detergent to the cloth. It is OK to spray the speakers with a hose but be sure to use low pressure.
Section 6-Protecting the
Speaker Wire
The bare copper ends of the speaker wire will
oxidize with exposure to the elements. You can
crimp on gold plated banana plugs, pins or
spades to protect them. Alternatively, if you do
not plan on removing the speakers on a regular
basis, you can use a silicone caulking material
over the connections. Be sure the speaker wire
is tightly fastened before applying the caulking.
Cover the binding posts and wire. You can always remove the silicone later if you need to
move the
speakers.
Section 7-Painting the Speakers
You can paint the speakers with any paint suitable for plastic. Be sure to use a ‘wax and
grease remover’ to clean the speakers before
painting.
Section 8-Specifications and Your
Outdoor Speaker
Warranty
Your speakers should now be fully set up, and
configured for optimum performance. We hope
this information has been straightforward and
easy to follow. However, should you have any
further questions or concerns that have not been
addressed in this guide, please feel free to contact our support team at any time. You may either call us at 877-543-7500 or simply e-mail us
at support@av123.com.
8.1 Stay in Touch!
Remember that personalized tech support is only
a phone call away. Call USA toll-free (877) 5437500, or worldwide (303) 543-7500. Whether
you need our help, have some suggestions to
make Rockets even better, or you simply want to
let us know how much you are enjoying your
new speakers, we encourage you to get in touch
with us. We like hearing from our customers.
For the latest information on the entire Rocket
line or to register your new speakers, please visit
us online at www.av123.com.
8.2 AV123 Warranty Policy and Registration
All products sold through AV123 carry a limited
manufacturer's parts and labor warranty. All
Rocket Outdoor Series loudspeakers are guaranteed to be free from manufacturer's defects for a
period of one year from the date of purchase.
Get an extra two years of warranty coverage
free!
When you go online and register your product,
we will extend the warranty by an additional two
years - that's three years total. This extended
warranty is free simply for registering within 60
days of your purchase. We urge you to take advantage of this offer. Warranties apply to the
original owner only and are non-transferable.
AV123 will exchange all defective merchandise,
including shipping charges, to the original shipment destination at no charge for up to 60 days
after the date of purchase. After 60 days the
product must be returned to AV123 for repair
only and return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer. All questions should be
directed to customer service.
8.3 Specifications
▪ 5.25” woofer w/ polypropylene cone and rubber surround