Polk Audio owner manual RTSC/RTSFX Room Environment Controls, Rtsfx Painting IN-WALL Grilles

RTSC/RTSFX

ROOM ENVIRONMENT CONTROLS

Tweeter Switch (RTSC/RTSFX)

If your listening room is very reflective, with smooth sheetrock walls, hardwood floors, and non-cushioned furniture, the sound will be overly “bright” and unnatu- ral. Selecting the “cut” setting compensates for the effect of reflectivity in a hard room. Tweeter attenua- tion flattens room response, without hindering higher frequency response, for warmer, more realistic sound and more accurate imaging.

Wall Distance Switch (RTSFX)

In-wall and in-ceiling loudspeakers excel when placed more than 2' (60cm) from side walls. If position limita- tions demand that in-wall loudspeakers be installed closer than 2' (60cm) from side walls, the proximity of the surface can result in a response “bump” between

50 and 200Hz. This can cause in-wall speakers to sound “boomy.” The Wall Distance Switch flattens response and tunes out “boominess” without sacrificing deep bass response, for more lifelike sound.

If placement is closer than 2' to a wall: Engage the Wall Distance Switch (“Wall Dist.”) to match the <2' setting. Recommended speaker distance from side walls is 2 feet (60cm).

RTSC/RTSFX THX® Ultra2 Performance

For THX® Ultra2 performance, use the cloth grille; set the Tweeter Switch (RTSc/RTSFX) to the “normal” position; on the RTSFX, set the Wall Distance Switch to the greater than two feet (>2) position.

RTSFX

PAINTING IN-WALL GRILLES

Painting in-wall grilles

The RTSC/RTSFX are supplied with two grilles, one perforated aluminum, the other cloth-covered plastic. The perforated aluminum grille may be painted, while you may dye the cloth grille.

Required tools:

1.Paint of your choice (grilles must be spray painted).

2.A paperclip or corkscrew (for removing the paintable grille).

3.Masking tape

4.Paint mask (supplied; covers un-paintable parts)

Preparation:

1.Separate the parts of the speaker. If the speaker is not yet installed, the grille can be removed simply by pushing the clamp screws forward

to push the grille off the speaker from the inside.

2.Remove the cloth scrim from the inside of the grille.

3.When painting the speaker frame, use the supplied paint masks to carefully mask off the front of the speakers to protect the drivers and baffles. You can do this while the speaker is already installed in the wall (if, for instance, you’re repainting the room). If you do not have the paint masks, carefully mask the speaker components using paper and masking tape. Use a paper clip to remove the grille.

RTSC

RTSC/RTSFX CLOTH GRILLE

Removing the cloth grille:

The RTSC/RTSFX cloth grille fits tightly to the speaker baffle. If you use the cloth grille, take special care when removing it.

Important Note: Never use any tool, such as a paper- clip, to remove the grille, as this could tear the cloth.

Instead, use your hands (after you’ve washed them), grasping the grille frame near two of its mounting cups and pulling the frame firmly away from the baffle.

Painting the aluminum mesh grille:

The grille of the RTS Series speaker features an even, protective paint. This paint is an ideal primer.

1.Paint the grille.

Note: Grilles must be spray painted. Do not use a brush and paint. Thick, brushed paint may clog the grille holes. Use thin coats of spray paint.

If you’re using a compressor and spray gun, use the finest, most diffused setting. Be careful not to fill the holes in the grille with paint.

2.When the paint is completely dry, press the white cloth scrim into place and carefully reinstall the grille by fitting it into its recess so that it is just resting on the frame. Starting with one corner, go around the speaker and push the grille into the grille notch a little bit at a time. Be gentle; the grille may be easily bent by rough handling. You will feel a positive “snap” when the grille

is fully in place.

Painting the frame:

1.Apply paint to exposed (unmasked) parts. Use two or more thin coats.

2.When the paint is completely dry, remove the masking material.

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