Page 3 - INTRODUCTION; sonic performance of the; RS6 was achieved by harmonizing Niles' unique and; The; IN
INTRODUCTION The RS6 series of weatherproof rock loudspeakers are designed to provide unparalleled listening satisfaction and GeoRealistic™ styling. The extraordinary sonic performance of the RS6 was achieved by harmonizing Niles' unique and proprietary technology with advances in cabinet assembly t...
Page 4 - GeoRealisticTM Styling; enables the; Weather Proof Construction; extended frequency response.; Tweeter Placement Improves Coverage and Dispersion; Tweeter are heard and not lost in the surroundings.
FEATURES & BENEFITS GeoRealistic™ Styling Traditionally, rock speakers have looked like ornaments and not like rocks. Each RS6 style has unique textures and colors that are fashioned after natural rocks. Shaped grilles match the features on the front of the rock, making them blend into the cabin...
Page 6 - INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS; Tools and Materials Required; Figure 1 Stereo Coverage 4 speakers
INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS Tools and Materials Required • A wire stripper • 1/2" PVC conduit (optional) • PVC conduit glue and cleaner (optional) • PVC cutting tool • Trench digger or shovel • Tube of silicon sealant (optional) • Cable (length and type determined by installation site – see “ Ch...
Page 7 - shown in the diagram.; Table 1 Spacing Rules
Figure 1 shows how this would work for a square area of 35 feet by 25 feet a n d u s i n g s t e r e o s i g n a l s . U s i n g o u r s p a c i n g r u l e s a s s h o w n i n T a b l e 1 , leads to the need for four loudspeakers. The loudspeaker coverage pattern is shown in the diagram. Figure 2 s...
Page 8 - signals. Using the same four speakers as we did in; Figure 1, we can increase; separated, then stereo setup must be used.; Choosing the Speaker Cable; i m p e d a n c e m a t c h i n g v o l u m e c o n t r o l s o r e q u i v a l e n t , o n l y t w o ( 2 ); Figure 3 Mono Coverage 4 speakers
Figure 3 shows the difference in coverage area using the spacing rules for mono signals. Using the same four speakers as we did in Figure 1, we can increase our coverage area from 875 square feet (81.3 sq. meters) to 1400 square feet (130.1 sq. meters), simply by using a mono source. The trade off i...
Page 9 - Figure 4 One Zone Volume Control Wiring
• You will need 2-conductor speaker cable that clearly identifies each conductor in the cable. If burying your cable in the ground is required, use cable rated for direct burial or run cable through PVC pipe. Always use moisture resistant cable. • After calculating the length of cable needed for eac...
Page 10 - Recommended Amplifier Power; higher power amplifier is recommended.; RS6’s on one channel and the amplifier is not rated; damage the speakers.; Figure 5 Two Zone Volume Control Wiring
Volume controls provide flexibility and customization to make the system reliable and easy to use. Consult your local Niles’ dealer for more information about using volume controls. Recommended Amplifier Power We recommend an amplifier with a power rating of ten to one hundred fifty watts per channe...
Page 11 - INSTALLATION; Run the speaker cable
INSTALLATION Run the speaker cable Determine the location of the amplifier that will power the loudspeakers. The amplifier should be located in an area that protects it from the weather. Refer to the amplifier installation instructions to ensure that the amplifier is not located in an area that does...
Page 12 - RS6 connection cable’s black wire and the other stripped; amplifier speaker cable’s conductor.; Speaker Phase; if they are all attached the same, try this simple test:; INS; Figure 6 Speaker wire preparation
4. Connect one stripped end of the speaker cable coming from the amplifier to the RS6 connection cable’s red wire. To connect the two wires, twist the stripped ends of the wire together and screw down the wire nut on the twisted wires. The material inside the wire nut will protect the stripped ends ...
Page 13 - Verify System Operation and Loudspeaker Coverage; volume control in the system. If it is not, correct the wiring.
1. Point the speakers at each other, rather than at the area you want to cover. 2. Play some music with the amplifier or receiver set to Mono. 3. Stand so you are the same distance from each speaker and listen to the richness of the bass and the loudness of the sound. 4. Turn off the amplifier and r...
Page 14 - Installing the Security Bracket and Cable; over so the bottom of the loudspeaker is facing you, as shown in; Figure 7 Bottom of Loudspeaker; Looping Through; Figure 10 Security Cable after Looping
Installing the Security Bracket and Cable 1. With the loudspeaker in the proper location per the layout, turn the loudspeaker over so the bottom of the loudspeaker is facing you, as shown in Figure 7. 2. Take the nylon security cable, supplied with the loudspeaker and fold it in half. Using the midd...
Page 15 - Figure 12 Security Stake
4. Pull the ends of the security cable with the loops as tight as you can until the knot around the security eyelet is tightened as shown in Figure 11. 5. Feed the Security Stake through the loops at the end of the security cable and insure that they are inserted into the cable holder provided at th...
Page 17 - Final Adjustments; used at there full potential.; Figure 14 Upgraded Security Attachment
Final Adjustments Now that the loudspeaker’s phase, operation and security is assured, there are some final steps to ensure that the loudspeakers installation is complete and that they are used at there full potential. 1. Cover any trenches or wires that are still open or exposed. 2. Point the louds...
Page 18 - OPERATION; Listening at Higher Volumes; “clipping” distortion.; Cleaning; if you desire to clean the loudspeaker you can clean the; RS6 with a dampened soft; should also be avoided.; OPERA
OPERATION Listening at Higher Volumes Outdoors there are no walls to reflect and contain the sound and typically the ambient noise level is louder. This causes the system to require more power to achieve a reasonable listening level than it does when you are listening indoors. In addition, you are f...
Page 19 - SPECIFICATIONS; Frequency Response; length of cable required:; Wire Gauge; Temperature Extremes
SPECIFICA TIONS 18 SPECIFICATIONS Recommended Amplifier Power 10 to 150 Watts Nominal Impedance 8 Ohms Frequency Response 60 Hz to 21 kHz Sensitivity 89 decibels for 2.83 Volts RMS of Pink Noise, measured at 1 Meter on Axis Wiring Requirements 2-conductor direct burial cable at the following sizes d...
Page 20 - NOTES
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Page 22 - WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD
DETACH HERE AND RETURN TO: Niles Audio Corporation Warranty Registration Dept. P .O. Box 160818 Miami, Florida 3 3 116 -0818 Model Purchased_______________________________________ ________________________________________ Serial Number (if applicable)__________________________________________________...
Page 23 - YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY; ARRANTY
5 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Niles Audio Corporation ("NILES") warrants its rock loudspeaker products to the original purchaser to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of five years from date of purchase. This Warranty is subject to the following additional co...
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