RM-PREMIUM-65: How To Set Up

Introduction

The Rockville RM Premium 65 Boat Speakers deliver high-quality sound for your boat or vehicle and can be installed in various setups, including boat side panels, wakeboard tower pods, or kick panel speakers. These speakers come in black or white, but the setup process is the same for both.

In this guide, you'll learn how to:
Install the speakers in your boat or pods
Wire the speakers correctly
Connect them to an amplifier
Adjust the amplifier for the best sound

Step 1: Unboxing and Components

Your RM Premium 65 Boat Speaker package includes:
Two RM Premium 65 speakers (black or white)
Speaker wire for connection
Mounting hardware for securing the speakers

Step 2: Choosing Your Installation Method

You can install the speakers in two main ways:

1. Directly into the boat’s side panels
2. Inside speaker pods, such as wakeboard tower pods or kick panel enclosures

Make sure your pod or mounting area has enough space to fit the 6.5-inch speakers snugly.

Step 3: Preparing the Speaker Pods

If installing in pods, follow these steps:

1. Determine the hole placement for the speaker wire.
   • On the back of the pod, mark a hole towards the bottom (to match the speaker terminals).
2. Drill a hole for the speaker wire.
3. Feed the speaker wire through the hole before inserting the speaker.

Step 4: Wiring the Speakers

1. Locate the speaker terminals at the bottom of the speaker.
2. Attach the speaker wire:
   • White wire → Positive terminal (+)
   • Black wire → Negative terminal (-)
3. Confirm polarity:
   • The red internal wire runs to the fuse (positive terminal).
   • The black internal wire indicates the negative terminal.
4. Run the wire through the pod or panel opening.
5. Pull the excess wire through, leaving just enough slack for a secure connection.

Tip: Always match the wire polarity when connecting to the amplifier to prevent phase issues.

Step 5: Securing the Speakers in the Pods

1. Insert the speaker into the pod (align the emblem for a clean look).
2. Use the provided screws to secure the speaker:
   • Align screws with the mounting holes.
   • Use a drill to fasten them securely.
   • Ensure the speaker is tight and stable in the pod.
3. Repeat for the second speaker.

Your speakers are now mounted securely in the pods!

Step 6: Mounting the Pods in Your Boat or Vehicle

• Position the pods in your preferred location.
• Secure them using the included mounting hardware.
• Ensure the speaker wires are accessible for connection to the amplifier.

Step 7: Connecting the Speakers to an Amplifier

1. Loosen the amplifier’s speaker terminals using an Allen key.
2. Connect the speaker wires to the amplifier:
   • White wire → Positive terminal (+) of the amplifier channel
   • Black wire → Negative terminal (-) of the amplifier channel
3. Repeat for both speakers.
4. Tighten the terminals with the Allen key to secure the connection.

Your speakers are now connected to the amplifier!

Step 8: Adjusting the Amplifier Settings

To get the best sound quality:

1. Set the amplifier to “Full Range” mode (since these are full-range speakers).
2. Adjust the level control to balance volume and power.
3. Connect your music source or head unit to the amplifier.

Step 9: Testing the Sound

1. Power on your amplifier and head unit.
2. Play music through your system.
3. Adjust volume and sound settings as needed.

Enjoy crisp, powerful sound from your Rockville RM Premium 65 Boat Speakers!

Conclusion

Your Rockville RM Premium 65 Boat Speakers are now installed and ready to use!

With this setup, you can enjoy high-quality audio whether you're on the water or in your vehicle. For wakeboard towers or boat side panel installations, simply follow the same wiring steps and ensure a secure mount.