SAMSON RSX 115A



15-inch Active Speaker



 (1 pc)


Overview

 

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Samson's RSX115A 2-Way Active Loudspeaker delivers 1,600 watts of output power and impeccable sound quality. The RSX115A combines 9-layer plywood cabinet construction with ultra-efficient Class D power and advanced Digital Signal Processing technology to provide unrivaled performance to live sound professionals.

 

Featuring Samson's proprietary R.A.M.P. (Reactive Alignment, Maximum Protection) DSP technology, the RSX115A employs Reactive Alignment filters to enhance transducer performance. The DSP also offers Maximum Protection to the speaker's components via thermal and over current sensors. Along with a 15" low frequency driver, the speaker features a single 1.75" PETP Celestion® compression driver mounted within a dispersion efficient waveguide, adding a wide and balanced sound field to the RSX design.

 

In addition to its ultra-durable cabinet construction, the RSX115A features a perforated steel grill, 1 3/8" pole mount receptacle and two rubberized carry handles. Connectivity includes two XLR-1/4" combo input channels with a selectable Mic/Line switch on Channel 1. Additionally, an XLR Link output is available for stereo operation. The speaker performs equally as well as a floor monitor or main system speaker. For situations that require permanent speaker installation, the RSX115A is furnished with twelve M10 (10mm) fly points.

 

Features

 

Lightweight, Class D 2-way active loudspeakers


1,600 watts of output power


Peak SPL of 133dB


9-layer plywood cabinet construction


Samson’s R.A.M.P. DSP technology


15" low frequency driver


1.75" PETP Celestion® compression driver


Two XLR-1/4" combo input channels


Floor monitor positioning option


1 3/8" pole mount receptacle


Twelve M10 (10mm) fly points


Rubberized carry handles


Perforated steel grill


Durable black, textured paint finish


Rear Panel Layout

 

1. XLR and ¼” Input Connector (Input 1) - This combo XLR and ¼” connector accepts either a balanced or unbalanced microphone or line level signal. The ¼” phone input accepts TS or TRS type connectors.


2. VOL Control (Input 1) - This Volume knob adjusts the level of the Input 1 channel.

 

3. Mic/Line Switch (Input 1) - The MIC position changes the gain of the Input 1 jacks to MIC level. The LINE position reduces the gain of both jacks by 30dB to line level.

4. XLR and ¼” Input Connector (Input 2) - This combo XLR and ¼” connector accepts either a balanced or unbalanced line level signal. The ¼” phone input accepts TS or TRS type connectors.


5. VOL Control (Input 2) - This control adjusts the level of the Input 2 channel.


6. STATUS Indicator - This bi-color LED lights GREEN when signal is present at the inputs, regardless of the input volume control settings. The indicator lights RED when the amp is near the clipping point and the limiter is engaged. If the LIMITER indicator lights frequently, turn down the INPUT volume controls on the speaker or turn down the signal at the source, until the indicator does not light anymore, or lights only occasionally with high signal peaks.


7. POWER Indicator - The POWER LED lights indicating that the main POWER switch is on.

 

8. DSP PRESET - The RSX DSP has three EQ contour curves: FLAT, BOOST, and VOCAL. The FLAT setting produces the standard frequency response and works best for most applications. The BOOST setting enhances low frequencies to add punch and high frequencies to add vocal clarity. The VOCAL setting provides a high frequency lift for vocal clarity. This is useful when plugging a microphone directly into the speaker.

 

9. FRONT LED Switch- When set to the ON position, the front power LED will illuminate when the Power LED switch is set to the ON position. When the switch is in the OFF position, the Front Power LED will not illuminate. RSX112a & RSX115a Rear Panel Layout RSX Active Loudspeakers 11

 

10. MIX Output - Male XLR connector used to link multiple speaker cabinets.

NOTE: When connecting a loudspeaker to the Line Output of the RSX loudspeaker, it is important to

power on the RSX loudspeaker first, then power on the linked speaker. When powering down the

system, it is recommended to turn off all linked speakers, then power off the RSX loudspeaker.

 

11. Power Switch - This rocker switch turns on and off the speaker’s main power. The switch lights RED when the amp is active.

NOTE: It is important to remember the Golden Rule of audio… “LAST ON, FIRST OFF.” Translated, this

means that when turning on your system, you should always turn your powered speakers on LAST, and

when turning your system off, turn your powered speakers off FIRST. This helps avoid any loud pops

caused by inrush current at power up, or down, which can sometimes damage loudspeakers.

 

12. AC Power Inlet - Connect the supplied standard 3-prong IEC power cable here.

Note: Never disconnect the plug’s ground pin. It is dangerous and can result in electric shock!

 

13. Fuse Cover - The fuse is located behind the fuse cover. Always replace fuses with the same type of fuse.

 

14. Voltage Selection Switch - This switch is used to select the amplifiers operating voltage.

NOTE: Before using your speaker, be sure the voltage selection switch is set to the correct voltage

for your country. Be sure to install the properly rated fuse when changing the operating voltage.

Specifications