Polk SRT manual ....

nhhiep
nhhiep Posts: 877
edited August 2012 in Vintage Speakers
This weekend, I scored a TOTL Polk SRT system. It comes with 2 controllers. but no setup manual. Does anyone have a PDF user manual? Polk website doesn't list it. Thanks
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  • dpowell
    dpowell Posts: 3,068
    edited August 2012
    Nice, I assume you got the SDA rear surround speakers with it since it has the two controllers? Mind sharing what you paid? Pics?
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  • dpowell
    dpowell Posts: 3,068
    edited August 2012
    BTW, i might have a pdf of a manual for it at home but need to look around.
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  • nhhiep
    nhhiep Posts: 877
    edited August 2012
    yes, with rear SDA speakers too, but 1 tweeter and woofer are damaged. missing grill for 1 rear, no remote, average condition overall for its age. the whole system is huge.

    actually, I didn't pay for it with cash. I fixed 3 computers in his home and this SRT system is his to pay me. he unplugged it for 3 yrs ago and stored in the closet because his boss (wife) didn't like the size. I don't blame her, this thing is huge. I rather get LsiM if I were her. does anyone know the average cost for this system with average condition, scratch here and there.
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  • adb3da
    adb3da Posts: 507
    edited August 2012
    Wow! What was wrong with the PCs? It sounds like you made out like a bandit!
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  • nhhiep
    nhhiep Posts: 877
    edited August 2012
    actually they, especially his wife, was super happy that I took the system. all of his PCs had virus, worms, etc... I did clean install on all of them, super easy job for me.

    my email is pcmechanic99@hotmail.com if anyone can send me a install/user manual. big thanks
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  • adb3da
    adb3da Posts: 507
    edited August 2012
    nhhiep wrote: »
    actually they, especially his wife, was super happy that I took the system. all of his PCs had virus, worms, etc... I did clean install on all of them, super easy job for me.

    my email is pcmechanic99@hotmail.com if anyone can send me a install/user manual. big thanks

    You hit the freaking jackpot on this one. We need PICS!
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  • Rivrrat
    Rivrrat Posts: 2,101
    edited August 2012
    So, you reformatted and installed operating systems on three computers, and you got an SRT system as payment?

    Yes you did make out like a bandit on that one. I do stuff like that and all I get is "thanks man...You want a beer?" or "thanks dad".
    My equipment sig felt inadequate and deleted itself.
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  • nooshinjohn
    nooshinjohn Posts: 25,421
    edited August 2012
    sounds like you should be hauled off to jail for grand theft. lol...

    congrats on the best score I have ever heard of.
    The Gear... Carver "Statement" Mono-blocks, Mcintosh C2300 Arcam AVR20, Oppo UDP-203 4K Blu-ray player, Sony XBR70x850B 4k, Polk Audio Legend L800 with height modules, L400 Center Channel Polk audio AB800 "in-wall" surrounds. Marantz MM7025 stereo amp. Simaudio Moon 680d DSD

    “When once a Republic is corrupted, there is no possibility of remedying any of the growing evils but by removing the corruption and restoring its lost principles; every other correction is either useless or a new evil.”— Thomas Jefferson
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  • nhhiep
    nhhiep Posts: 877
    edited August 2012
    I tested this system today. Big problem, The Right subwoofer amp burned every fuse(same type/rating) I put in. At first, I thought it would be an easy fix by just replacing a fuse, but after 3 burned, I think I've serious problem here. The amp has two parts, the small board that has a fuse at the power connector.

    Anyone in Phoenix area good as this stuff to help me fix it for a fee? I'm good with computer programming, but sadly clueless when it comes to electronics.

    Each box has 2 massive 10" sub inside.

    BeforeAmpShot2.jpg

    BeforeFullBackBoxOpen.jpg
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited August 2012
    I wouldn't call them massive, an SVS/TC Sounds is massive, this is a generic Polk 10" subwoofer driver. I've had a pair of SRT mains sitting in my closet for years as they're a serious commitment to get connected and I don't need the hassle.

    Your amplifier has a short or a blown component. You should VOM it all out and see where the problem is as it should be fairly obvious.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • civilian
    civilian Posts: 357
    edited August 2012
    THose weren't the pics we were hoping to see, good luck with the repair, they are worth it.
    Actually seeing the guts is pretty cool too.
    dorokusai wrote: »
    I've had a pair of SRT mains sitting in my closet for years as they're a serious commitment to get connected and I don't need the hassle.
    Send them my way if they are a hassle. My wife would [sarcasm]Love[/sarcasm] them
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  • nhhiep
    nhhiep Posts: 877
    edited August 2012
    I've been replacing with T5AL 250V fuse (same as the burned one). Should I tried another value?
    Now, I know why they aren't using this system for yrs.
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  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User] Posts: 7,658
    edited August 2012
    Hello,
    No, the fuse value should remain the same. In all likelihood there is something wrong with the bass amplifier. Check to see if Polk's service department is able to examine your amp. Their phone is 1-800-377-7655 and the email is polkcs@polkaudio.com.
    Regards, Ken
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited August 2012
    I agree with Ken and I meant to say amplifier, not crossover earlier. Sorry for the typo.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • nhhiep
    nhhiep Posts: 877
    edited August 2012
    Ken,
    I googled this SRT set and found a thread 9 yrs ago mentioning about how great a CS you were. Are you still working at Polk?
    You probably know the most of the current situation/parts. Do you know if Polk still selling the amp or fix it? what about other parts of the SRT system? do Polk still sell these at all? I need some feet for the woofers too. I'd be shocked if Polk no longer carry parts or support this system, while supporting SDA with new drivers.

    usually how long does it take for them to reply? I sent an email yesterday and another one today regarding user manuals and amp, still no replies.

    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/archive/index.php/t-12554.html
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited August 2012
    Polk does not support this amp nor do they fix it John. This should be obvious since they don't even support the RTixxxxp series amps anymore.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • schwarcw
    schwarcw Posts: 7,338
    edited August 2012
    Polk member Esavinon had some experience with this very problem. Send him a PM and alert him to this thread. He may be able to help you.
    Carl

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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited August 2012
    He's the most SRT savvy person I know.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • ESavinon
    ESavinon Posts: 3,066
    edited August 2012
    It's the small board or input board that's fried. Most likely it may have damaged your plate amp as well. That's a fairly common problem with the SRT sub modules. It will be difficult getting the input board repaired. You'll be better off modding the subwoofers or finding a good tech willing to repair the board without a schematic. If you're going to have a tech look at the board, have him test the caps and diodes.
    Btw, don't bother getting any meaninful parts from polk. I got the last major parts they had available a few years ago.
    You may be able to get tweeters or regular drivers but nothing else.
    SRT For Life; SDA Forever!

    The SRT SEISMIC System:
    Four main satellite speakers, six powered subs, two dedicated for LFE channel, two center speakers for over/under screen placement and three Control Centers. Amaze your friends, terrorize your neighbors, seize the audio bragging rights for your state. Go ahead, buy it; you only go around once.
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  • nhhiep
    nhhiep Posts: 877
    edited August 2012
    if that is true. that is a huge disappointment! considering this is the most expensive, the best from Polk. Now they just forget about it ever existed? while they invested R&D to remake many SDA tweeters.

    and there is no way to get a schematic?
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  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User] Posts: 7,658
    edited August 2012
    Hello nhhiep,
    I retired from Polk a few years ago, but I still help them with the occasional writing or marketing research project and I help with CP. I'm pretty sure Polk can provide the schematic for the bass amplifier. Have you received a response to your email yet?
    Let me contact Kim and see what he has available.
    Regards, Ken
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  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User] Posts: 1,225
    edited August 2012
    FYI - I have inquired about this with others at Polk HQ. Sit tight and we will try to hook you up. :cool:
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  • civilian
    civilian Posts: 357
    edited August 2012
    The schematics look to be in this thread:
    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?38755-POLK-AUDIO-Speaker-Wiring-Schematics-amp-More-ALL-MODELS-except-SDA
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  • nhhiep
    nhhiep Posts: 877
    edited August 2012
    Thanks Ken and Nap for being super helpful. The user manual is 82 pages, yes, 82 :) as if I am reading a book. One thing I found out from the manual is that I don't have to use 2 subs, since SDA feature doesn't utilize subs/tweeter in the SRT. So even with 2 10" in 1 tower is more than enough for my room, for now. I am afraid to ship it because if UPS loses/damages it, there is no way for me to get a replacement since Polk don't make it anymore. If there is anyone here locally in Phoenix, AZ area knows how to fix it for a fee, please let me know. I've the diagram from Ken.

    For damaged parts, can I still buy it directly from Polk? Here are what I need:
    SL6500 and MW5807 - rear SDA speaker
    MW5807 - front SDA speaker
    what about grills?

    Ken or anyone, do you know why the tweeters in the main and rear have different part#. Rear is SL6500, front is SL6501 ?
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  • nhhiep
    nhhiep Posts: 877
    edited August 2012
    And to power this SRT system, I just bought 3 HK Citation 7.1 amps for $1575 shipped. Plan to run them in bridge mode, each amp can put out 450 WPC x2. I've been looking for these for months to replace my Citation 5.1. Perfect timing.

    What do you think?

    http://app.audiogon.com/listings/multi-ch-citation-7-1-amplifier-poor-mans-levinson-2012-08-21-amplifiers-89434-sparks-nv
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  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User] Posts: 7,658
    edited August 2012
    Hello,
    Usually when there is a similar part number and one has a "1" at the end it could mean one is magnetically shielded and the other isn't. Similar overall design just a minor variation.
    Enjoy, Ken
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  • nhhiep
    nhhiep Posts: 877
    edited August 2012
    is SL6501 just a magnetically shield version of the SL6500? it does make sense though because the rear speakers won't be anywhere near the TV. I just want to make sure because the SL6500 is harder to find than SL6501.
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  • ESavinon
    ESavinon Posts: 3,066
    edited August 2012
    No more grills. Drivers may be available. Just enjoy them naked. They look awesome and sound better without the grills.
    The citation amps are a good start. Just remember the center speaker is 4 ohms.
    SRT For Life; SDA Forever!

    The SRT SEISMIC System:
    Four main satellite speakers, six powered subs, two dedicated for LFE channel, two center speakers for over/under screen placement and three Control Centers. Amaze your friends, terrorize your neighbors, seize the audio bragging rights for your state. Go ahead, buy it; you only go around once.
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  • azaudio
    azaudio Posts: 10
    edited August 2012
    Where in Phoenix are you located, I may be able to help. PM Me
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  • nhhiep
    nhhiep Posts: 877
    edited August 2012
    I am in litchfield park, but willing to drive. you have the SRT system too? from what I read, they only sold 250 systems in USA, another 250 outside.

    I also go to San Jose monthly, if anyone here from there can help me. Please let me know.
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