Fostex RM-2 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual
STEREO RACK MONITOR
(DIGITAL I/O VERSION)
Model RM-2
Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing the Fostex Model RM-2.
The Model RM-2 is a rack-mountable powered monitor system which allows
you to monitor digital or analog audio signals.
It incorporates a 10 W x 2 power amplifier and outputs signals from the inter-
nal speakers (or from the headphones output jack). You can check the input
level via the 26-dot LED meters.
Read this owner's manual thoroughly before using. We hope you will use the
RM-2 for a long time.
Table of contents
Safety instruction .....................................................................................................2
Names and functions ...............................................................................................4
After turning on the power ..........................................................................4
Indication of channel selection ...................................................................6
"System mute" and "user mute" .................................................................6
Main specifications ..................................................................................................7
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Fostex RM-2 Specifications

General

Woofer Size	5 inches
Tweeter Size	1 inch
Dimensions	254(W) x 406(H) x 310(D) mm
Weight	6.5 kg
Power Output	50 W
Input Connectors	XLR
Power Handling	50W
Type	2-way powered monitor speaker

Summary

Introduction to the Fostex RM-2

Safety Instructions and Precautions

Electrical Shock Prevention

Warnings and precautions against electric shock, including not opening the unit.

Fire and Moisture Hazard Prevention

Warnings to prevent fire or electric shock by protecting the appliance from rain or moisture.

General Operating Safety Guidelines

Instructions on reading manuals, heeding warnings, following instructions, and proper installation.

Names and Functions of the RM-2

Power On Behavior and Muting

Describes the initial muted state upon power-on and how to unmute the unit.

LED Level Meters Explained

Details how the LED meters display input signal levels for analog and digital sources.

Input Signal Selection

Explains the function of the input select switch for analog and digital signals.

Channel Selection Key

Describes how the channel select key switches monitoring between stereo and mono modes.

Monitor Output and Headphone Jack

Details the level controls for speaker/headphone output and the headphone jack function.

Input and Output Connectors

Information on analog input connectors, digital input connector, and AC power input.

Status Indications and Mute Functions

Channel Selection Status

Illustrates how channel selection is indicated on the status information section.

System Mute vs. User Mute

Explains the differences between automatic system muting and manual user muting.

Main Specifications of the RM-2