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Table of Contents

Important Product Information

Warranty

Product Overview

Installation Overview Diagrams

Speaker Images

Mounting Hardware

In-Wall Installation

Drop-In Installation

Stainless Steel Screen Installation

Isolation Transformer Installation

Troubleshooting

Diluvio Placement

Clark Synthesis, Inc.

Phone:303.797.7500

www.clarksynthesis.com

AQ339 Installation Guide

Diluvio

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Page 1: ...s Speaker Images Mounting Hardware In Wall Installation Drop In Installation Stainless Steel Screen Installation Isolation Transformer Installation Troubleshooting Diluvio Placement 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 12 13 14 16 18 Clark Synthesis Inc Phone 303 797 7500 www clarksynthesis com AQ339 Installation Guide Diluvio ...

Page 2: ...o avoid entanglement Avoid laying the cable in areas where pets may possibly become tangled in or damage the cable If pulling the cable through conduit do not attempt to pull splices through the conduit Utilize junction boxes if splices are required 6 DO NOT HANG SPEAKER BY SPEAKER CABLE If using the speaker as a drop in speaker do not raise and lower the speaker into the water using the speaker w...

Page 3: ...ds and everything else that came with the unit must be included as well If your return does not meet these conditions you will be charged a 15 restocking fee or have the merchandise returned to you at your expense Non defective merchandise can also be returned for a 15 restocking fee Shipping charges for all non defective returns or exchanges are not refundable WHAT TO DO IF YOU NEED WARRANTY OR S...

Page 4: ...eet 33 meters of attached underwater speaker cable and can be installed at any depth up to 10 feet 3 meters Custom cable length available This makes the Diluvio perfect for use in the deep end shallow end or any place in between It is generally recommended that one Diluvio speaker be used for every 20 foot x 20 foot 6 meter x 6 meter section of the pool to provide the best sound coverage The Diluv...

Page 5: ...DIAGRAMS Junction Box Junction Box to Audio System Wall of Pool Wall of Pool Rope Sturdy Object to Attach Rope Light Niche Speaker in Niche Speaker Conduit Pool Deck Figure 1 Side view of in wall installation Figure 2 Side view of drop in installation Pool Deck Speaker Cable ...

Page 6: ...www clarksynthesis com Diluvio Underwater Speaker 6 SPEAKER IMAGES The Diluvio Acoustic Sound Lens Speaker body Speaker Cable Strain Relief Threaded Stud Brass Mounting Nuts Jam Nuts ...

Page 7: ...er 7 MOUNTING HARDWARE In Wall Mounting Hardware Purchased Separately Face View Back View Mounting Gasket Large Light Niche Wire Clamp Diluvio Screen Clamp Tabs Lock Tab Threaded Receiving Hole Face Ring Lock Tab Receiving Plate Screw Rubber Washer ...

Page 8: ...Niche and Isolation Transformer are not included and may be purchased from Clark Synthesis Install the mounting gasket around the rubber ring of the sound lens The gasket s flat side will go towards the face ring The grooved side faces the speaker body Insure the mounting gasket is installed evenly and is firmly seated against the entire circumference of the sound lens Flat side Grooved Side IN WA...

Page 9: ...allowing the clamp tabs to fall open Set the face ring against the mounting gasket insuring each clamp tab is on the outside of the mounting gasket While placing the face ring on the gasket tuck the gasket in so no red shows Hold the entire assembly together and flip it over place it on the non abrasive surface as shown in the third picture below Carefully position the face ring so it is centered ...

Page 10: ...ned the wire clamp should be firmly seated in each clamp tab and the speaker should be secure Pick up the assembly and insure it is still properly centered in the face ring If not loosen the wire clamp and adjust Take the end of the speaker wire and pull it through the conduit hole in the back of the niche For future speaker servicing leave enough speaker wire in the niche to allow the speaker to ...

Page 11: ...g behind the receiving plate located on the bottom of the niche Align the bolt rubber washer on the face ring with the threaded receiving hole on the niche Attach the trim ring securely to the niche by gently tightening the bolt You are now ready to connect the speaker to your audio system Screw IN WALL INSTALLATION 7 ...

Page 12: ...e pool insuring the speaker and wire are not scratching along the wall of the pool NEVER THROW THE SPEAKER INTO THE WATER THIS WILL DAMAGE THE SPEAKER AND MAY CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY When the speaker is under the water at the desired depth insure the sound lens is facing away from the wall and allow the speaker to rest against the wall Tie the rope to a sturdy object noting the precautions listed in...

Page 13: ...de of the screen should face outward toward the front of the face ring Remove the screw from the face ring Save the screw Push the screen all the way into the face ring You may need to flex the screen in a little to ensure a secure fit Carefully place the rubber ring onto the face ring screw Put on a pair of work gloves to avoid being cut by the screen s sharp edges Insert the screw through the fa...

Page 14: ...nal and the negative wire usually black to the 1 connection Tighten the 1 and 1 screws Transformer may be mounted to a wall using mounting tabs The transformer is heavy and must be securely mounted to the wall Remove 3 in 8 mm of insulation from each wire Push the gray ring down until it locks on the connector s body Locate the Neutrik Speakon connector Remove the connector from the bag Place the ...

Page 15: ...e to turn the connector until it locks in place Repeat steps 3 9 to attach the Speakon connector to the Diluvio Speaker cable Connect the positive wire white to the 1 connection and the negative wire black to the 1 connection Plug the Diluvio Speaker cable connector into the transformer output Make sure to turn the connector until it locks in place 10 11 12 ...

Page 16: ...y have to add a smaller filler to the tab so it fits tightly in the niche Check the sound system wiring for ground loops Turn on the amplifier Turn off the audio source Yes Yes My Underwater Speaker does not sound very good Does the speaker make a humming sound when playing no music Does the speaker make a noise when no music is playing No No Yes Remove the face ring and speaker assembly from the ...

Page 17: ... parts like the ground nut and the conduit connector Try a diffrent sound source and or amplifier If the sound is still distored contact Clark Synthesis Tighten the jam nuts on the stud that connects the sound lens to the speaker body No Install the white gasket No Reinstall the tensioning wire into all of the face ring hooks No Tighten the tension wire No Yes Is the sound still distorted Yes Is t...

Page 18: ...to be covered see the Sound Coverage Areas in the diagrams above Much like pool lighting you want to place the speakers in a location that directs the speaker across the largest area where sound is desired One final note in relation to speaker placement it is best to avoid placing the speakers on walls where there is a high possibility the sound lens will be repeatedly kicked by swimmers turning a...

Page 19: ...d products and provides superb reliable performance The Gold Profes sional Transducer is a great choice in many audio video applications such home theater furniture and commercial military vehicle simulators TST329 The TST239 Silver Transducer is an excellent choice for most entry level audio ap plications This product is widely used in the game chair market providing solid per formance at an affo...

Page 20: ...01 www clarksynthesis com MAN004 REV A There is more helpful information at www clarksynthesis com VIDEOS Underwater Speaker Placement Essentials Video How do Underwater Loudspeakers Work Diluvio Install Pentair Face Ring with screen Diluvio Install Pentair Face Ring without screen FAQ s PHOTOS MORE ...

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