Mono Sub With Passive Satellites Using Line Inputs - Samson Rubicon R10s Owner's Manual

Mono Sub With Passive Satellites Using Line Inputs

Below is a typical system set-up using the R10s with a mixer, stereo power amp and a pair of passive satellite loudspeak-
ers. The R10s's inputs and outputs utilize industry standard RCA and XLR connectors. For a detailed wiring diagram, see
the section "R10s Connections" on page 16. Follow the steps in the diagram below to set up your system.
• Lower your mixer's master outputs to all the way off.
• Connect the mixer's left output to the R10s's LEFT AUDIO INPUT and the mixer's right output to the R10s's RIGHT
AUDIO INPUT. Now connect the R10s's LEFT AUDIO OUTPUT to the left side input of the power amp, and the
R10s's RIGHT AUDIO OUTPUT to the right side input of the power amp. Connect a speaker wire from the left
output of your power amp to your left satellite, and then, connect a speaker wire from the right output of your
power amp to your right satellite.
• Now adjust the FREQUENCY control to the desired frequency. Consult your studio monitors owner's manual for
a recommended crossover point. You can also use your ears by adjusting the SWEEP control to the frequency
that sounds good to you. A good place to start is about 70 Hz. (10 O'clock)
• Now set the level of your power amp up to the normal operating volume. Run an audio signal (like some music
from a CD) through your mixer and raise the level to a comfortable listening level. Now slowly raise the R10s
SUB volume control and listen to the low frequency output. Adjust the R10s to the level of low frequency output
that you like. Now, when you raise and lower your mixer's output, the R10s and satellites will track at the same
relative volume.
Connecting the Rubicon R10s
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