polk audio rt 1000i

goodshepherds
goodshepherds Posts: 3
edited February 2010 in Wanted (WTB) Classifieds
I am looking for (1) rt1000i powered tower in black. I am new to the Polk Forum so maybe someone can give me some guidance here. I bought a pair new around 2000 and now one is making a loud constant humming sound. Not sure if it can be repaired or if I am better off finding a replacement. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I live in central Florida.
Thanks
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  • kcoc321
    kcoc321 Posts: 1,788
    edited January 2010
    welcome to Polk, GS. Sorry it is a problem that got you here...
    I don't have one for sale, but I think you might be able to isolate/ trouble shoot the issue without just buying a new speaker. I am sure more experinced members than I will chime in later.. :D

    Have you tried disconnection the jumper, and see if the humm is coming from your system (top drivers) or from the built-in sub?? Are you sure it is not a ground loop humm? Did you change something recently?

    I seem to remember other ppl having some amp issues that related to the built-in sub amp in other models. Have you contacted Polk Customer service? They are really great about helping ppl trouble shoot issues, and they can also give you parts, if that is what it takes...Remember to mention you are a Club Polk member, they usually help out with discounts and free shipping...
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  • goodshepherds
    goodshepherds Posts: 3
    edited January 2010
    Hi and thanks for the response. I did not move or change anything before the problem started. Soon after the problem started, I did move and now they are sitting in the corner gathering dust. When I plug the bad one in to an electrical outlet (not connected to the receiver) it instantly starts humming. Its a very loud hum or buzz. Has anyone else experienced this? Thanks
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  • kcoc321
    kcoc321 Posts: 1,788
    edited January 2010
    Sounds like the amp, Maybe a ground loop hum? Try plugging it into a different outlet. If that doesn't work, give Polk CS a call on Monday. They will help you out. Usually you can ship them just the amp, and they can repair it/ or replace it.
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  • dl090465
    dl090465 Posts: 212
    edited January 2010
    I had the same problem a year ago. I shipped them just the amp, and $75.00 later, it came back working just fine....
    Room 1:
    ONKYO TX-SR608
    Polk Complete RT 5000 System
    Polk RT3000p's Front
    Polk CS1000p Center
    Polk FX 1000's Rear


    Room 2:
    ONKYO TX-SR608
    Polk RT2000's Front Someone Please Sell Me Some RT3000 so I can have a second RT5000 setup !!!!
    Polk CS1000p Center
    Polk FX1000's Rear
    Polk PSW 120 front
    Polk PSW 505 rear
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  • goodshepherds
    goodshepherds Posts: 3
    edited January 2010
    I spoke with Polk today and I will be sending it off soon. Thanks for the response.
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  • dl090465
    dl090465 Posts: 212
    edited January 2010
    let us know how it works !!!!
    Room 1:
    ONKYO TX-SR608
    Polk Complete RT 5000 System
    Polk RT3000p's Front
    Polk CS1000p Center
    Polk FX 1000's Rear


    Room 2:
    ONKYO TX-SR608
    Polk RT2000's Front Someone Please Sell Me Some RT3000 so I can have a second RT5000 setup !!!!
    Polk CS1000p Center
    Polk FX1000's Rear
    Polk PSW 120 front
    Polk PSW 505 rear
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  • wutadumsn23
    wutadumsn23 Posts: 3,702
    edited January 2010
    Awesome, hope you are up and running soon. Go Polk CS!!

    -Jeff
    HT Rig
    Receiver- Onkyo TX-SR806
    Mains- Polk Audio Monitor 70
    Center- Polk Audio CS2
    Surrounds- Polk Audio TSi 500's :D
    Sub- Polk Audio PSW125
    Retired- Polk Audio Monitor 40's
    T.V.- 60" Sony SXRD KDS-60A2000 LCoS
    Blu-Ray- 80 GB PS3


    2 CH rig (in progress)
    Polk Audio Monitor 10A's :cool:

    It's not that I'm insensitive, I just don't care.. :D
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  • krkp
    krkp Posts: 2
    edited February 2010
    I am also experiencing the same buzz, however I know that mine is coming from the built in sub, because it stops when I shut off the sub using the switch in the back. Just curious, ultimately what was your problem?? The buzz I hear is not a ground loop problem because it is not a "hum".

    Thanks, Ken

    Center- CSi5
    Mains- RT1000i
    Surrounds- f/x 300i
    Reciever- Denon AVR 2803
    Additional Sub- Yamaha YST SW325
    T.V.- Panasonic 50" Plasma
    Ken Laws
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  • ViperZ
    ViperZ Posts: 2,046
    edited February 2010
    Ken, the built-in sub amp has the problem.

    Call Polk CS, get RMA number and get it repaired.

    krkp wrote: »
    I am also experiencing the same buzz, however I know that mine is coming from the built in sub, because it stops when I shut off the sub using the switch in the back. Just curious, ultimately what was your problem?? The buzz I hear is not a ground loop problem because it is not a "hum".

    Thanks, Ken

    Center- CSi5
    Mains- RT1000i
    Surrounds- f/x 300i
    Reciever- Denon AVR 2803
    Additional Sub- Yamaha YST SW325
    T.V.- Panasonic 50" Plasma
    Panasonic PT-AE4000U projector for movies
    Carada 106" Precision Series (Classic Cinema White)
    Denon AVR-X3600H pre/pro
    Outlaw 770 7-channel amplifier
    B&W CDM1-SE fronts
    B&W CDM-CNT center
    B&W CDM1 rears on MoPADs
    JBL SP8CII in-ceiling height speakers
    Samsung DTB-H260F OTA HDTV tuner
    DUAL NHT SubTwo subwoofers
    Oppo BDP-93 Blu-Ray player
    Belkin PF60 Power Center
    Harmony 1100 RF remote with RF extender
    Sony XBR-X950G 55" 4K HDR Smart TV + PS3 in the living room
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