Roadmaster VR3 RT15 User Manual

Read first, Specifications parts, Location wiring

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Dear Customer,
CONGRATULATIONS. The RT15 Tweeters, when used as described, will give you years of
dependable service in your car, truck, RV or mini-van. We have taken numerous measures in
quality control to ensure that your product arrives in top condition, and will perform to your
satisfaction. In the rare event that your RT15 Tweeters contain a damaged or missing item;
does not perform as specified; requires warranty service or you have a installation problem,

DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE. Please call our TOLL FREE number
US (800) 445-1797

and ask to speak with a member of our technical service team, or submit

your questions by E-Mail to [email protected] and a member of our
technical service team will respond by E-Mail to your questions. Our in-house technical
service team will expedite delivery of your part, or advise you on installation, or help
troubleshoot a problem with you. If your product needs warranty service, our technical
service team representative will help you obtain the fastest remedy possible under the
warranty.

Specifications

Parts

• 1" Kevlar Dome Tweeter
• 0.42 oz. Magnet Weight
• 10 Watts RMS per Speaker
• Frequency Range - 2kHZ - 20 kHZ

The RT15 tweeters can be surface or flush
mounted. Possible locations for mounting
the RT15 tweeters are the dashboard, roof
pillars, interior panels, door panels and
ceiling panels. For a flush mounted
installation, there must be a minimum of at
least 1" of clearance behind the mounting
surface after the tweeter is installed.

• 25mm KAPTON Voice Coil
• NeFeB Magnet Composition
• Speaker Wire Length 39" per Speaker

Mark Screw Holes

Mark Wire Hole

2 Flat Mount Bases

2 Angle Mount Bases

2 Angllee Mount Bases

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2 Flush Mount Trim Bezels

2 Retaining Rings

2 Speakers & Wire

Speakers & Wire

The space behind the
speaker opening must be
deeper than 1" or 2.54 cm
to prevent interference
with any of the vehicle's
functions or features.
(i.e.,window operation)

Location

Wiring

What if there is no sound?

1. Your stereo may have a blown fuse. Replace fuse with the same amperage and style.
2. You may have improper wiring. Check all wires for a secure connection.

What if the sound volume is low?

Your stereo may not have enough power, you may need to install an amplifier to
drive the speakers. Connect the RCA jacks to an amplifier.

Why do I have a whining noise coming from the speakers?

You may have poor filtering of your alternator. If that is the case then you
may need to add an alternator filter to the power lead.

Why do I have odd sounding noises coming from the speakers?

You may have corroded battery terminals and/or a weak battery. If the terminals on
the battery are corroded clean them, then check the sound. If the sound system is still
making noises check battery strength. If it is low recharge or replace the battery.

Why does the speaker have sound coming from one channel only?

First make sure the balance control is set correctly. If the balance is set correctly
your stereo may be defective or the speaker may be defective. To troubleshoot
this problem you MUST change both positive and negative leads of each channel with
the positive and negative leads of the opposite channel, if the same speaker has
no sound then the speaker is no good, if the opposite speaker has no sound then
your stereo may be defective.

Recommended Method For Splicing Wires

Strip 1/2" of insulation from the ends of the wires.

Twist together and bend as shown.

Wrap with electrical tape.

Mounting

2 1/8"(53.97mm)
Diameter of Hole

Retaining Ring

Flat Base

Speaker & Wire

Trim Ring

2 Surface Mount Trim Bezels

Parts Shown Unassembled

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Mark Screw Holes

Surface Mount
1. Twist the surface mounting bracket
and flush trim bezel and separate
them from the speaker and wire
2. Place the flat or angled mounting
base onto the surface where the RT15
Tweeter will be installed. Use a marker
to mark where the screw holes will be.
Drill pilot holes with a 1/16" drill bit. If
you want to run the speaker wires
behind the mounting surface, you will
have to mark and drill a hole for that as
well.
3. Thread the speaker wire from the
vehicle's audio system, out through the
hole in the mounting surface, and
splice them with the speaker wires as
shown in the wiring section of this
manual.
4. Slide the base along the wire, align
the holes in the base with the pilot
holes. Use supplied screws to secure
the base.
5. Place the surface mount trim bezel
over the speaker and push until the
base and the bezel can be twisted
together.
Flush Mount

Flat Surface Mount

Angled Surface Mount

1. Choose a location in your
vehicle that has a minimum
clearance behind it of at least 1".
Make sure you can temporarily
remove the mounting surface so
you can secure the RT15 tweeter
with the retaining ring.
2. Mark a 2 1/8" diameter circle.
3. Cut out the circle,
4. Thread the speaker wire from the
vehicle's audio system, out through
the hole in the mounting surface
and through the retaining ring.
Splice the audio system wires with
the speaker wires as shown in the
wiring section of this manual.
5. Take a RT15 speaker fitted with
the flush mount trim ring and the
flat mounting base and splice it to
the speaker wires. (See Wiring)
6. Insert speaker and wire into
hole.

Flush Mount

THE RT15 CAN BE MOUNTED 3 DIFFERENT WAYS

If you are installing the RT15 speakers to upgrade/replace your existing
speakers, mark the polarity of the speaker wires, disconnect the speaker
wires and remove the existing speakers from your vehicle. Temporarily place
the RT15 speakers in the location you selected in your vehicle and connect
the existing speaker wires. Temporary placement of the speakers in the
vehicle helps in estimating length of wiring needed, as well as, how the
speakers will sound in various locations of the vehicle.

We understand that automotive audio equipment installations can be
troublesome at times, even to the most experienced of installation
technicians. If you are not confident working with electrical wiring, removing
and reinstalling interior panels, carpeting, dashboards or other components
of your vehicle, please call our TOLL FREE help line (800)445-1797 and our
in-house technical service team will answer your installation questions.

Possible Mounting Locations

Color of wires are for illustration only.

When connecting the speaker wires
to your speakers in a new
installation, you should follow the
wiring instructions from your audio
system’s manufacturer.

For most systems the positive wire
attaches to the positive speaker
terminal and the negative wire
attaches to the negative terminal.

Rear Channel

Car Stereo

RT15 Tweeters

Front Channel

95.5

Angled Surface Mount

Flat Surface Mount

Frequently Asked Questions

NOTES

Limited Warranty

Give Us a Call, We'll Help You Install

Before installing this product, you must check the vehicle's manual for locations of
safety equipment such as air bags and CO2 systems installed in the vehicle. Accidental
deployment of air bags may result in serious injury.

GIVE US A CALL, WE'LL HELP YOU INSTALL.

1-800-445-1797

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT TO STORE.

Visit us on the WEB

www.vr-3.com

For Information and Technical Assistance,

Call Toll-Free in U.S.A. and Canada.

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products are designed and manufactured to provide a high level of trouble-free performance. VIRTUAL

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warrants, to the original purchaser, that its products are free from defects in material and workmanship for 30 days

from the date of original purchase. As part of our commitment to product excellence, VIRTUAL REALITY SOUND LABS

and/or its affiliates

routinely improve the designs, materials or production methods of its existing products. Because it is impractical to publicize all changes in
every product, we reserve the right to make such changes without notice.
CONDITIONS OF WARRANTY:
If during the 30 day warranty period your new product is found to be defective, VIRTUAL REALITY SOUND LABS

will repair such defect, or

replace the product, without charge for parts or labor subject to the following conditions:
1. All repairs must be performed by VIRTUAL REALITY SOUND LABS

and/or its affiliates in Eatontown, New Jersey.

2. The equipment must not have been altered or been damaged through negligence, accident, or improper operation.
3. The replacement of parts are exempted from this warranty when replacement is necessary due to normal wear and tear.
4. All warranty claims must be accompanied by a copy of the sales receipt or bill of sale.
5. Repair or replacement parts supplied by VIRTUAL REALITY SOUND LABS

under this warranty are protected only for the unexpired portion

of the original warranty.
6. In the case of car stereos, this warranty does not extend to the elimination of car static or motor noise; correction of antenna problems;
costs incurred for the removal or reinstallation of the product; damage to tapes, speakers, accessories or car electrical systems.
7. VIRTUAL REALITY SOUND LABS

will not be responsible for any charge incurred for installation.

OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITIES:
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will make every effort to provide warranty service within a reasonable period of time.

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PLEASE CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-445-1797, 8:30am - 4:30pm EST.
In order to provide you with the proper warranty service, we request that you adhere to the following procedure:
1. Include a copy of your sales receipt or bill of sale with your unit when it is returned for warranty service.
2. If it is necessary to return your product for service, please return it securely packed, preferably in the original shipping carton, and freight and
insurance prepaid to the following address: VIRTUAL REALITY SOUND LABS, Service Department, 41 James Way, Eatontown, New Jersey
07724.
3. Please include a detailed explanation of the problem you are having.
4. If your product is found by VIRTUAL REALITY SOUND LABS

to have a defect in material or workmanship, within the warranty period, it will

be repaired or replaced at no charge and returned to you prepaid. Where permitted by Iaw VIRTUAL REALITY SOUND LABS

liability shall be

limited to that set forth in this warranty. This warranty shall be the exclusive remedy of the purchaser.

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makes no other warranty of any kind, expressed or implied; and all implied warranties, are hereby

disclaimed by VIRTUAL REALITY SOUND LABS

and excluded from this warranty, VIRTUAL REALITY SOUND LABS

and/or its affiliates, the

manufacturer, distributor and seller shall not be liable for any injury, loss or damage, incidental or consequential, arising out of the use or
intended use of the product.

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