Distributed Design Series Installation and Operation Manual
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Surface Mount Loudspeakers
Type of Paint
These loudspeakers’ ABS plastic cabinets
accept almost any type of latex or enamel (oil
based) paint. We recommend application of
two coats. Note however that painting the grille
requires spray painting.
Painting Process
Follow this procedure to obtain the best results:
1. Remove the grille.
2. Clean the grille assembly and the loudspeaker
cabinet by rubbing them with a lightly dampened
cloth.
Do not
use abrasives such as sandpaper
or steel wool.
Caution:
NEVER use abrasives,
gasoline, kerosene, acetone, methyl
ethyl ketone (MEK), paint thinner,
harsh detergents or other chemicals.
These chemicals and agents may
permanently damage the finish. Some
are also toxic and highly flammable.
Painting the Loudspeaker
3. Mask the loudspeakers so that the surrounds,
cones and center areas will not receive any
paint. We advise against using conventional
masking tape and NEVER use duct tape in this
application; these kinds of tape generally leave
adhesive residue that can be difficult to remove
and that may actually cause damage. Painters
tape is best.
4. After cleaning, apply two or more thin coats
of either latex or oil-based paints. Latex paint
will adhere better if an oil-based primer is used
first. Apply the paint with a roller or brush, or
spray it on, except as noted below.
5. Use ONLY spray paint on the grille assembly;
using a roller or brush to paint the grille is apt
to cause its metal perforated holes to become
clogged with paint. The grille should be painted
separately, when it is
not
in place on the
loudspeaker.
Wall Plate
(optional)
See
note
below
Wall board
(e.g.., drywall,
paneling, etc.)
Wall Box Mounting
(optional)
While Community does not require or
include a wall box or mounting plate with the
loudspeakers, local building and safety codes
may specify these items. If necessary, you can
mount the IAB bracket approximately as shown
here. The DS-WMP wall mount plate shown
may be ordered as an option from Community.
Use appropriate mounting hardware and
fasteners, and secure per the steps below,
making sure the installation is in accordance
with the applicable codes.
1. Pull the wires though the cutout in the wall
plate.
2.
Attach the wall plate to the box using the
provided screws.
3. Secure the wires to the connector in the
base of the IAB bracket.
4. Attach the IAB bracket to the wall using an
appropriate mounting method.*
Infin-A-Ball (IAB)
Mounting Bracket
*Note:
The fasteners that
secure the IAB bracket are
to be specified and provided
by the installer.