Does the RT-12D need to be placed in the corner to function?

[kiwi2000]

I have concerns about the shape of the RT12D. If it is not placed in a corner, it would not in my HT, does it lose too much output then?

The more traditional RSW-10d would go nicely along the long wall of the HT. Would the RT-12D also fit there? I do not know which way I would then orient the active driver. It would be as a backward triangle I guess.

I think spec wise the RT12-d is the superior unit although it might be too placement specific. My local dealer only has these items for special order no return so it is not possible to try them before purchase.

I would appreciate any feedback from members who own the RT-12d and have NOT placed it in a corner. Does it meet their needs in this configuration? It is possible that the RSW-10d would be the equal of the RT10-d when placed along a wall and not in the corner. I am also wondering if owners every change the settings on the sub such as the presets for punch depth etc? Or is the unti more a set it and forget type of unit?

[TNRabbit]

It all depends on your room. My suggestion is to try it where you want to place it and see if you're happy with the response. I've tried mine in many different locations, both with the active drive toward the wall and other configurations. Some work and some don't....you just need to to experiment then use the equalizer function and see what you think.

[DrWho]

The RT-12d actually doesn't need to be in a corner to function properly. All subs benefit from corner loading, but there is nothing inherant to the design of the RT-12D that makes it more sensitive than other subs. I think the shape of the RT series is more about minimizing the footprint when in the corner.

[kiwi2000]

Thank you for the replies.

TNRabbit do you have the ability to control the RT-12d via remote? How often have you changed the settings on the sub?

I have read a review http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/volume_13_4/klipsch-rt-12d-subwoofer-december-2006-part-1.html in which the reviewer measures the response from a corner position. This is how the 120db is achieved. My point being I do not know how the RSW-10d is measured but if it was not in the corner then the difference might not be that great between the two models.

[TNRabbit]

Thank you for the replies.

TNRabbit do you have the ability to control the RT-12d via remote? How often have you changed the settings on the sub?

I have read a review http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/volume_13_4/klipsch-rt-12d-subwoofer-december-2006-part-1.html in which the reviewer measures the response from a corner position. This is how the 120db is achieved. My point being I do not know how the RSW-10d is measured but if it was not in the corner then the difference might not be that great between the two models.

There is no remote option for the RT-12d. I've changed the settings so many times I lost count when I was experimenting with different positions.

[kiwi2000]

I must disagree with you on the remote issue.Maybe it is still not too late to get connected for christmas!

The following is what I send out when someone asks for the codes, merely a copy paste to help understand

First, I must preface my comments by saying that although Klipsch has provided download files for remote control operations, we do not officially support any remote control issues.

We here in tech support have not programmed any learning remotes to function with the RT series…we provide the IR codes and any issues concerning programming the respective remotes would be support issues for the remote manufacturer. Sorry to be of such little assistance, but this is the Klipsch policy we have to work with concerning 3rd party remote controls.

The codes we have are IR commands for programmable remote controls, they are not a read/text file. Unless your remote is programmable via pc it’s unlikely these will be of any use. These codes are for the Phillips Pronto, RTI, and Universal Remote remote controls. If your remote is not one of these brands you should be able to obtain one and use these files to program them

Attached you will find 3 files which are specifically created for the Philips Pronto remote, certain Universal remotes, and certain RTI remotes. To use these files they are unzipped to your hard drive, and the specific remote is connected via cable to your computer while the codes are downloaded directly into the remote.

UEI manufactures remotes http://www.uei.com Under products you should notice One-For-All, Kameleon and Nevo. The code should work, using a standard number code (1991) to program UEI

Once you have a working remote, theoretically a learning remote should be able to "learn" the codes from the programmed remote just as it would for any other remote.

Logitech has the codes for all Harmony remotes for the model subs below. I would suspect all Harmony remotes accept the same programming Add the Device in the Harmony software in the following manner. http://www.logitech.com

Add Device, choose Amplifier, choose Amplifier the second time, choose Klipsch from the Manuf. listing, then type in the model just as they are below for which model they own.

RW-10d

RW-12d

RSW-10d

RT-10d

RT-12d

Steve Phillips

Aragon / Klipsch Senior Tech Support

1-800-554-7724 for Klipsch

1-866-781-7284 for Aragon/Acurus

[Guest BobG]

RT subs do not have to be in a corner to obtain excellent performance. Though their triangular shape is conducive to corner placement, and they protrude less into the room when placed in the corner, it's easy to get great results in other locations. Remember, these subs have excellent automatic room correction. That is, they not only correct for room modes, but also for the placement in the room you've chosen. Feel free to put the sub along a wall. Also, it won't matter which way you point the sub. Let the room correction do its thing and you're fine.

[TheEAR]

I own the RT10d and RT12d,both are out of the corners.More in the center facing me ,in front of my massive DIY subs(around 1.2M from the wall !),the result is nothing less but great,corner placement is only a better solution if you have TWO identical subs placed in opposite corners to cancel the room's negative colorations. As the extra gain brought to you by corner placement often if less glorious when you consider the room interactions.

So...

Try placing the sub where you will sit and crawl on the floor and listen for the spots you could place it where it sounds BEST(clean bass,not just loudest BABOUM KABOUM distorted boom box bass).

Good luck