RBH Sound Speaker A 5AW User Guide

MC-6AW / A-5AW  
Two-way Indoor/Outdoor Speakers  
Installation and Operation Manual  
 
Features  
The cabinet of the MC-6AW and A-5AW is constructed of dense acoustically inert impact  
resistant polypropylene resin, sealed to provide protection from the natural elements of the  
weather. The rounded back allows for easy placement into a corner. All hardware parts are made  
from brass, aluminum or stainless steel and the binding posts are plastic to avoid rusting or  
corrosion.  
For high frequencies, the MC-6AW uses a 1-inch high performance aluminum dome tweeter and  
the A-5AW features a high quality mylar dome tweeter. Both tweeters use liquid cooling to allow  
greater power handling. For midrange and bass reproduction the MC-6AW uses a 6½-inch high-  
end Aluminum cone woofer while the A-5AW uses a 5¼-inch PolyGraphite cone woofer.  
Steep acoustic slope crossover networks are used to integrate the drivers, allowing high  
power handling, minimizing driver interaction anomalies, and maximizing the clarity with  
which each driver is able to produce its respective frequency band.  
Break-in Period  
Allow several hours of listening time to adequately break-in the speakers. As the speakers  
break-in, the driver suspensions will loosen. The result of break-in will be an increase in  
low frequency response, improved definition, and increased clarity and detail.  
NOTE: This is an important step that is often disregarded. Allowing your speakers the specified  
break-in period can prolong the life of your speakers and enhance their tonal qualities.  
Speaker Placement  
Establish where the most likely or average listening area will be. Ideally, speakers should  
be placed on either side of the targeted listening area with at least 8 to 10-feet of total  
separation. For best performance, try to leave at least 4 to 5-feet of distance between  
each speaker and the listening area. The distance from the listening area to each speaker  
should be close to the distance that separates the two main speakers. Angling the  
speakers inward towards the listening position may give a more spacious and realistic  
sound stage. Experiment with speaker placement to determine which location offers the  
best overall sound.  
Placing the speakers in a corner or under an eave will provide reinforcement for the bass  
frequencies, resulting in higher bass output. Placing the speakers away from any corners  
or walls will provide the least amount of reinforcement, resulting in lower bass output.  
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Speaker Placement  
Installation  
The bracket has the ability to be mounted a variety of different ways. It may be mounted  
with either nails or screws, horizontally or vertically. There is a hole in the center of the  
bracket to allow speaker wire through so it may be properly attached to the speaker. The  
cabinet back has a female M6x1.0mm thread for an optional swivel bracket mount.  
If working properly, insert the knob covers to complete the installation.  
Mounting and Connections  
For the following instructions you may need to refer to the Parts Guide section located on  
the first page of this manual.  
1. The speaker may be mounted either horizontally or vertically. Hold the bracket against  
the mounting surface, so you can mark the locations of the mounting holes, and the  
wire hole.  
2. Drill corresponding pilot holes for the mounting screws or nails and a hole large  
enough for the speaker wire to pass through.  
3. Pull the speaker wire through the hole and through the bracket, aligning the bracket  
with the pilot holes.  
4. Use hardware to attach the bracket to the mounting surface.  
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Installation (continued)  
5. Use the bracket knobs to attach the speaker to the bracket, being careful to not  
tighten the knobs until the desired location is attained; this will allow the speaker  
to be angled slightly so the rear binding posts are accessible.  
6. Connect one wire to the black terminal and one to the red terminal, paying close  
attention to the markings on the wire for proper polarity. Each speaker must be  
connected to the amplifier in the same way.  
NOTE: Before proceeding, if you are unfamiliar with running speaker wires and  
are uncomfortable with this type of installation, please contact a qualified installation  
professional.  
When all connections have been made and double-checked, turn on your receiver/amplifier  
and test for proper operation by walking around the listening area to ensure sound is  
coming from all connected speakers. If a speaker is not working correctly, please refer  
to the troubleshooting section of this manual. If working properly insert knob covers to  
complete installation.  
Operation  
An amplifier with an output power rating of 25-100 watts per channel is recommended.  
This will help to protect the speaker from being under or over driven, which may cause  
permanent damage.  
When listening to the speakers outdoors, keep in mind that there are very few walls  
to reinforce the sound. Therefore, be careful not to drive the speakers beyond their  
capabilities when trying to obtain a desired volume level. You will be able to determine  
audibly when the speaker is being overdriven by the “break up” or distorted sound that  
will be coming from the speaker.  
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Troubleshooting  
Situation:  
Probable Cause:  
Solution:  
No sound from speakers.  
Speaker wire not connected. Make sure wire is connected  
at both the speaker and the  
Speaker selector on amplifier amplifier observing proper  
is not on.  
polarity.  
Activate proper selector  
on amplifier.  
No sound from one  
speaker.  
Balance control on receiver  
or pre-amp is not centered.  
Place balance control  
in the center.  
Speaker wire not securely  
connected.  
Check all connections at  
amplifier and speakers.  
Very little bass and/or  
imaging  
Speakers are wired out  
of phase.  
Check entire system for  
proper polarity and make  
adjustments as necessary  
Specifications  
Model:  
MC-6AW  
A-5AW  
6½-inch (165mm) Aluminum  
Cone  
5¼-inch (133mm) PolyGraphite  
Cone  
Woofers:  
1” (25mm) Aluminum Dome  
10-130 Watts  
1” (25mm) Mylar Dome  
10-85 Watts  
Tweeters:  
Recommended  
Power:  
8 Ohms  
8 Ohms  
Impedance:  
54Hz-20kHz 3dB  
59Hz-20kHz 3dB  
Frequency  
Response:  
89dB  
88dB  
Sensitivity:  
12dB/Octave  
12dB/Octave  
Crossover Slope:  
Width: 9” (228mm)  
Height: 12¾” (324mm)  
Depth: 8¼” (210mm)  
Width: 7½(190mm)  
Height: 11” (279mm)  
Depth: 7¼” (184mm)  
Dimensions  
(Including Bracket):  
Black or White Cast Poly-Resin  
Black or White Cast Poly-Resin  
Cabinet:  
Grille:  
Black or White Aluminum  
Micro-perf  
Black or White Aluminum  
Micro-perf  
9.1 lbs. (4.13 Kg) Each  
5.9lbs. (2.68 Kg) Each  
Weight:  
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Warranty  
Your RBH Sound MC-6AW or A-5AW indoor/outdoor speaker is covered by a limited  
warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 5 (five) years  
from the original date of purchase. This warranty is provided by the authorized RBH  
Sound dealer where the speakers were purchased. Warranty repair will be performed only  
when your purchase receipt is presented as proof of ownership and date of purchase.  
Defective parts will be repaired or replaced without charge by your dealer’s store or the  
location designated by your dealer authorized to service RBH Sound products. Charges for  
unauthorized service and transportation cost are not reimbursable under this warranty.  
This warranty becomes void if the product has been damaged by alteration, misuse or  
neglect. RBH Sound assumes no liability for property damage or any other incidental  
or consequential damage whatsoever which may result from the failure of this product.  
Any and all warranties of merchantability and fitness implied by law are limited to the  
duration of this express warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an  
implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you. Some states do not  
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above  
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.  
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