Samson Resolv RXA5 Owner'S Manual Download Page 2

Thank you for purchasing a Resolv RXA series studio reference monitor from Samson 
Technologies! The Resolv RXA studio monitors are extremely accurate professional 
active speakers that incorporate internal bi-amplified power (separate amps for both 
the woofer and tweeter) which reduces intermodulation distortion, as each amp is 
only responsible for a portion of the audio signal bandwidth. In addition, a multi-pole 
crossover provides optimal tonal balance, precise performance and maximum sound 
pressure level. 

Each speaker features a Samson's high efficiency Air Displacement ribbon tweeter 
that can reproduce a linear frequency response, extended high frequency, accurate 
phase response and extremely low distortion. The tweeter is mounted in a waveguide 
that provides even dispersion of high-frequency content for a wide listening area and 
exceptional stereo imaging.

To deliver an accurate mid-range and tight low end, our engineers have carefully 
voiced each model utilizing copolymer low-frequency drivers with butyl surrounds. 
The cabinets are constructed out of medium density fiberboard (MDF) with internal 
bracing to create a rigid enclosure which reduces vibration and increases perfor-
mance. The edges of the cabinets are rounded to reduce cabinet-edge diffraction. 

The Resolv RXA monitors have been designed as near-field reference monitors ideal 
for use in studios, video post-production suites, gaming, or as playback speakers. The 
monitors have two M6 (6 mm) thread inserts to be mounted on wall brackets, ideal 
for fixed installations or as part of a multi-channel audio system.

In these pages, you’ll find a detailed description of the features of the Resolv RXA5 
and RXA6 models, as well as a guided tour through the control panel, and instruc-
tions for setup and use. You’ll also find a warranty card enclosed—please don’t forget 
to fill it out and mail it in so that you can receive online technical support, and so 
that we can send you updated information about these and other Samson products, 
in the future. 

We recommend you record your serial number in the space provided below for future 
reference.

Serial number:_____________________________________

Date of purchase: ___________________________________

With proper care and maintenance, your Resolv RXA studio monitor will operate trou-
ble-free for many years. Should your speaker ever require servicing, a Return Autho-
rization (RA) number must be obtained before shipping your unit to Samson. Without 
this number, the unit will not be accepted. Please call Samson at 1-800-3SAMSON 
(1-800-372-6766) for an RA number prior to shipping your unit. Please retain the 
original packing materials and, if possible, return the unit in its original carton. If 
your Resolv monitor was purchased outside of the United States, contact your local 
distributor for warranty details and service information. Also, be sure to check out our 
website (www.samsontech.com) for information about our full product line.

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Summary of Contents for Resolv RXA5

Page 1: ...Samson Resolv RXA Studio Monitors Owner s Manual Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ... post production suites gaming or as playback speakers The monitors have two M6 6 mm thread inserts to be mounted on wall brackets ideal for fixed installations or as part of a multi channel audio system In these pages you ll find a detailed description of the features of the Resolv RXA5 and RXA6 models as well as a guided tour through the control panel and instruc tions for setup and use You ll a...

Page 3: ... flat on and off axis listening areas Powered by an internal amplifier specif ically designed for optimal performance and maximum SPL Low Frequency and High Frequency variable level control allows the listener to contour the response curve to custom tailor the response that works best in their mixing environment Active electronic crossover utilizing a multi pole design for linear frequency respons...

Page 4: ...nput Connect a balanced 4dBu line level signal here via a TRS Tip Ring Sleeve or unbalanced TS Tip Sleeve cable 6 RCA Input Used to connect signals from unbalanced 10dBV devices 7 POWER Switch Use this switch to turn the speakers on and off When powered on the front panel LED will light 8 AC Inlet Connect the supplied IEC power cable here 9 Voltage Switch Used to select the operating voltage NOTE ...

Page 5: ... Room output to the right side Resolv RXA Series LINE INPUT The Resolv RXA series connections can be made via one of the three rear panel Audio Inputs You can use RCA inputs for unbalanced 10dBV level signals or either the or XLR inputs for balanced 4dBu level signals Note Before plugging in and powering on the speakers remember the last on first off rule of power amplifiers and powered monitors W...

Page 6: ...t The most important consideration when evaluating room acoustics is the presence of reflective surfaces near the monitoring area These can include flat tabletops glass mirrors or framed pictures large open walls and even the surface of your mixing con sole Most reflecting sound will eventually reach the listening position but since it is slightly delayed from the direct source the result is rando...

Page 7: ... system be careful to avoid reflections off the surface of the mixing console These reflections arrive at the listening posi tion slightly delayed from the original sound resulting in cancellations and overall unpredictable response Figure 1 Visualize straight lines representing the beams of sound radiating from the monitors and choose a height that reduces the occurrence of reflections that will ...

Page 8: ...wo main speakers If you no tice there are frequencies that sound quieter than others move the subwoofer slightly to the left or right If the subwoofer has a polarity switch try setting the switch to the opposite phase setting to see if this provides an improved low frequency response To incorporate a subwoofer into your monitor system connect Left and Right Control Room outputs of your mixer to th...

Page 9: ...y Response 50Hz 27kHz 45Hz 27kHz Crossover Frequency 3kHz 12dB oct Linkwitz Riley 3 5kHz 12dB oct Linkwitz Riley Output Power HF 20 Watts RMS 1 25 Watts RMS 1 LF 50 Watts RMS 1 75 Watts RMS 1 Input Connectors Unbalanced RCA RCA Balanced XLR TRS Phone XLR TRS Phone Input Impedance Unbalanced 10k ohm Balanced 10k ohm Controls VOLUME HF EQ LF EQ VOLUME HF EQ LF EQ Power Consumption 82W 95 5W Fuse 100...

Page 10: ...to Tip Male XLR Tip signal Sleeve ground Tip to Tip Sleeve to Sleeve Sleeve ground Tip signal Unbalanced Connector Tip Signal Ring Signal Sleeve ground Tip to Tip Sleeve Ring to Sleeve Sleeve ground Tip signal Balanced Connector Balanced Connector Pin 1 shield Pin 3 cold Shield Cold to Sleeve Pin 2 hot Hot to Tip Male XLR Tip Signal Ring Signal Sleeve ground Unbalanced Connector Pin 3 cold Shield ...

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