RCF S 19 High Power Subwoofers Owner’s Manual
- June 1, 2024
- RCF
Table of Contents
OWNER’S MANUAL
S 19/S 29
HIGH-POWER SUBWOOFERS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION
The symbols used in this document give notice of important operating instructions and warnings which must be strictly followed.
| CAUTION| Important operating instructions: explains hazards that could
damage a product, including data loss
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| WARNING| Important advice concerning the use of dangerous voltages and the
potential risk of electric shock, personal injury or death.
| IMPORTANT NOTES| Helpful and relevant information about the topic
| SUPPORTS, TROLLEYS AND CARTS| Information about the use of supports,
trolleys and carts. Reminds to move with extreme caution and never tilt.
| WASTE DISPOSAL| This symbol indicates that this product should not be
disposed with your household waste, according to the WEEE directive
(2012/19/EU) and your national law.
IMPORTANT NOTES
This manual contains important information about the correct and safe use of
the device. Before connecting and using this product, please read this
instruction manual carefully and keep it on hand for future reference. The
manual is to be considered an integral part of this product and must accompany
it when it changes ownership as a reference for correct installation and use
as well as for the safety precautions. RCF S.p.A. will not assume any
responsibility for the incorrect installation and / or use of this product.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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All the precautions, in particular the safety ones, must be read with special attention, as they provide important information.
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Power supply from mains
a. The mains voltage is sufficiently high to involve a risk of electrocution; install and connect this product before plugging it in.
b. Before powering up, make sure that all the connections have been made correctly and the voltage of your mains corresponds to the voltage shown on the rating plate on the unit, if not, please contact your RCF dealer.
c. The metallic parts of the unit are earthed through the power cable. An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
d. Protect the power cable from damage; make sure it is positioned in a way that it cannot be stepped on or crushed by objects.
e. To prevent the risk of electric shock, never open this product: there are no parts inside that the user needs to access.
f. Be careful: in the case of a product supplied by manufacturer only with POWERCON connectors and without a power cord, jointly to POWERCON connectors type NAC3FCA (power-in) and NAC3FCB (power-out), the following power cords compliant to national standard shall be used:
– EU: cord type H05VV-F 3G 3×2.5 mm2 – Standard IEC 60227-1
– JP: cord type VCTF 3×2 mm2; 15Amp/120V~ – Standard JIS C3306
– US: cord type SJT/SJTO 3×14 AWG; 15Amp/125V~ – Standard ANSI/UL 62 -
Make sure that no objects or liquids can get into this product, as this may cause a short circuit. This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquid, such as vases, shall be placed on this apparatus. No naked sources (such as lighted candles) should be placed on this apparatus.
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Never attempt to carry out any operations, modifications or repairs that are not expressly described in this manual.
Contact your authorized service centre or qualified personnel should any of the following occur:
– The product does not function (or functions in an anomalous way).
– The power cable has been damaged.
– Objects or liquids have got in the unit.
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If this product is not used for a long period, disconnect the power cable.
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If this product begins emitting any strange odours or smoke, switch it off immediately and disconnect the power cable.
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Do not connect this product to any equipment or accessories not foreseen. For suspended installation, only use the dedicated anchoring points and do not try to hang this product by using elements that are unsuitable or not specific for this purpose. Also check the suitability of the support surface to which the product is anchored (wall, ceiling, structure, etc.), and the components used for attachment (screw anchors, screws, brackets not supplied by RCF etc.), which must guarantee the security of the system / installation over time, also considering, for example, the mechanical vibrations normally generated by transducers. To prevent the risk of falling equipment, do not stack multiple units of this product unless this possibility is specified in the user manual.
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RCF S.p.A. strongly recommends this product is only installed by professional qualified installers (or specialised firms) who can ensure correct installation and certify it according to the regulations in force. The entire audio system must comply with the current standards and regulations regarding electrical systems.
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Supports, trolleys and carts.
The equipment should be only used on supports, trolleys and carts, where necessary, that are recommended by the manufacturer. The equipment / support / trolley / cart assembly must be moved with extreme caution. Sudden stops, excessive pushing force and uneven floors may cause the assembly to overturn. Never tilt the assembly. -
There are numerous mechanical and electrical factors to be considered when installing a professional audio system (in addition to those which are strictly acoustic, such as sound pressure, angles of coverage, frequency response, etc.).
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Hearing loss.
Exposure to high sound levels can cause permanent hearing loss. The acoustic pressure level that leads to hearing loss is different from person to person and depends on the duration of exposure. To prevent potentially dangerous exposure to high levels of acoustic pressure, anyone who is exposed to these levels should use adequate protection devices. When a transducer capable of producing high sound levels is being used, it is therefore necessary to wear ear plugs or protective earphones. See the manual technical specifications to know the maximum sound pressure level.
OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
- Place this product far from any heat sources and always ensure an adequate air circulation around it.
- Do not overload this product for a long time.
- Never force the control elements (keys, knobs, etc.).
- Do not use solvents, alcohol, benzene or other volatile substances for cleaning the external parts of this product.
IMPORTANT NOTES
To prevent the occurrence of noise on line signal cables, use screened cables
only and avoid putting them close to:
- Equipment that produces high-intensity electromagnetic fields
- Power cables
- Loudspeaker lines
WARNING! CAUTION! To prevent the risk of fire or electric shock, never
expose this product to rain or humidity.
WARNING! To prevent electric shock hazard, do not connect to mains power
supply while grille is removed
WARNING! to reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this
product unless you are qualified. Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.
CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT
This product should be handed over to an authorized collection site for
recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). Improper handling
of this type of waste could have a possible negative impact on the environment
and human health due to potentially hazardous substances
that are generally associated with EEE. At the same time, your cooperation in
the correct disposal of thisproduct will contribute to the effective usage of
natural resources. For more information about where you can drop off your
waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, waste
authority or your household waste disposal service.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
To ensure a long-life service, this product should be used following these
advices:
- If the product is intended to be set up outdoors, be sure it is under cover and protected to rain and moisture.
- If the product needs to be used in a cold environment, slowly warm up the voice coils by sending a low-level signal for about 15 minutes before sending high-power signals.
- Always use a dry cloth to clean the exterior surfaces of the speaker and always do it when the power is turned off.
CAUTION: to avoid damaging the exterior finishes do not use cleaning
solvents or abrasives.
WARNING! CAUTION! For powered speakers, do cleaning only when the power
is turned off.
RCF S.p.A. reserves the right to make changes without prior notice to rectify
any errors and / or omissions.
Always refer to the latest version of the manual on
www.rcf.it.
DESCRIPTION
S 19, S 29 – HIGH-POWER SUBWOOFERS
S 19 and S 29 are high-power subwoofers and represent a perfect low-frequency
extension for RCF installed sound systems. They feature hyper-vented, high-
excursion 19” neodymium woofers (1 x 19” S 19 and 2 x 19” S 29) with a 4”
inside/outside voice coil to minimize power compression and extend product’s
life. The bass-reflex design ensures an efficient acoustic response down to 30
Hz for S 19 and 25 Hz for S 29. The high-quality plywood cabinet is finished
with black, heavy duty, polyurea painting, and protected with a strong, powder
coated, metal grille. The recessed input panel features two Speakon NL4
connectors, allowing a quick and safe connection. A M20 pole mount adaptor is
provided on the top of the cabinet, as well as handles on both sides.
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S 19
30 Hz ÷ 200 Hz
19’’ neodimium woofer, 4.0’’ v.c.
139 dB| S 29
25 Hz ÷ 200 Hz
2 x 19’’ neodimium woofer, 4.0’’ v.c.
143 dB
CONNECTIONS
Connect the positive wire (amplifier ‘+’ output) to the pin ‘IN / OUT +’ of
the 4-pin SPEAKON connector.
Connect the negative wire (amplifier ‘–’ output) to the pin ‘IN / OUT –’ of
the 4-pin SPEAKON connector.
The ‘LINK ONLY +’ and ‘LINK ONLY –’ pins are useful to link another subwoofer
in parallel.
The impedance of the subwoofers is 8 Ω (S 19) and 4 Ω (S 29).
WARNING! CAUTION! Loudspeaker connections should be only made by
qualified and experienced personnel having the technical know-how or enough
specific instructions (to ensure that connections are made correctly) in order
to prevent any electrical danger.
To prevent any risk of electric shock, do not connect loudspeakers when the
amplifier is switched on.
Before turning the system on, check all connections and make sure there are no
accidental short circuits.
The entire sound system shall be designed and installed in compliance with the
current local laws and regulations regarding electrical systems.
The entire sound system shall be designed and installed in compliance with the
current local laws and regulations regarding electrical systems.
WARNING! CAUTION! Loudspeakers are to be install by qualified personnel,
respecting all safety standards.
Loudspeakers are to be installed securely.
Make sure the support structure (walls / ceilings) has the necessary
mechanical characteristics for the loudspeaker weight, without the risk of a
fall that could damage things or cause an injury.
Use attachments elements suitable for walls / ceilings (e.g. wall plugs for
bricks, for concrete, etc.).
S 19 DIMENSIONS
S 29 DIMENSIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
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Acoustical specifications| Frequency Response (-10dB):
Max SPL @ 1m:| 30 Hz ÷ 200 Hz
139 dB| 25 Hz ÷ 200 Hz
143 dB
Power section| Amplification:
Nominal Impedance:
Power Handling:
Peak Power Handling:| Full Range
8 ohm
1500 W
6000 W PEAK| Full Range
4 ohm
3000 W
12000 W PEAK
Transducers| Woofer:| 19” neo, 4.0” v.c| 2 x 19” neo, 4.0” v.c
Input/Output section| Input connectors:
Output connectors:| Speakon® NL4
Speakon® NL4| Speakon® NL4
Speakon® NL4
Standard compliance| Safety agency:| CE compliant| CE compliant
Physical specifications| Cabinet/Case Material:
Handles:
Pole mount/Cap:
Grille:
Color:| Plywood
2 side
Yes
Steel with clothing
Black| Plywood
2 side
Yes
Steel with clothing
Black
Size| Height:
Width:
Depth:
Weight:| 534 mm / 21.02 inches
650 mm / 25.59 inches
730 mm / 28.74 inches
46 kg / 101.41 lbs| 534 mm / 21.02 inches
1300 mm / 51.18 inches
730 mm / 28.74 inches
90 kg / 198.42 lbs
Shipping information| Package Height:
Package Width:
Package Depth:
Package Weight:| 565 mm / 22.24 inches
680 mm / 26.77 inches
760 mm / 29.92 inches
50 kg / 110.23 lbs| 620 mm / 24.41 inches
1360 mm / 53.54 inches
800 mm / 31.5 inches
95 kg / 209.44 lbs