Essence™ In-Wall Speakers
quickstart guide
IW5, IW6, IW8
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IW5, IW6, IW8
Specifications
QUICKSTART DOC. 7394B (2034614) 12.12
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IW5, IW6, IW8 Specifications
Features & Performance
Woofer
1
Tweeter
2
Crossovers
Crossover Frequency
Environmental
Temperature
Humidity
Dimensions
3
Height
Width
Depth
Minimum Mounting Depth
Recommended Cutout Size
Impedence
Frequency Response
Frequency Range
Power Handling
Sensitivity
Construction
Baffle
Grille
Mounting
8 Ω nominal
55 Hz - 20 kHz (±3 dB)
45 Hz to 20 kHz (-10 dB)
125 watts program
88.5 dB @ (W/m)
IW5
10.42 in (265 mm)
7.90 in (201 mm)
3.27 in (83 mm)
3.10 in (79 mm)
9.80 in (249 mm) high,
7.30 in (186 mm) wide
ABS plastic, black
Steel with textured finish, paintable, magnetically-held “zero bezel” frameless
Flush wall mount using six integral spring-loaded toggle clamps, 1.35 in (34 mm)
maximum surface thickness
41° to 104° F (5° to 40° C)
10% to 90% RH (non-condensing)
For indoor use only
Connections
Input
Maximum Wire Size
(2) spring terminals
10 AWG
IW6
IW8
5.25 in (134 mm)
1.10 in (28 mm)
4th order Linkwitz-Riley
2 kHz
1. Woven Kevlar
®
with rubber surround, vented pole piece and cast aluminum basket
2. Advanced synthetic polymer dome, ferrofluid cooling, damped aperiodic rear chamber
3. Dimensions shown are per speaker, positioned vertically
8 Ω nominal
45 Hz - 20 kHz (±3 dB)
35 Hz to 20 kHz (-10 dB)
150 watts program
89.0 dB @ (W/m)
6.50 in (165 mm)
1.10 in (28 mm)
4th order Linkwitz-Riley
2 kHz
8 Ω nominal
38 Hz - 20 kHz (±3 dB)
30 Hz to 20 kHz (-10 dB)
175 watts program
91.5 dB @ (W/m)
8.00 in (203 mm)
1.10 in (28 mm)
4th order Linkwitz-Riley
2 kHz
Weight
3
5.26 lb (2.4 kg)
Available Models
Available Accessories
Essence 5.25” 2-Way
In-Wall Speaker, Pair,
White Textured
ESSENCE IW5-W-T
SPKA-NCTP-IW500
New-Construction
Speaker Templates
11.86 in (301 mm)
8.98 in (228 mm)
3.67 in (94 mm)
3.49 in (89 mm)
11.20 in (285 mm) high,
8.30 in (211 mm) wide
5.74 lb (2.6 kg)
13.91 in (354 mm)
10.45 in (266 mm)
4.50 in (115 mm)
4.33 in (110 mm)
13.30 in (338 mm) high,
9.80 in (249 mm) wide
7.54 lb (3.4 kg)
Essence 6.5” 2-Way
In-Wall Speaker, Pair,
White Textured
ESSENCE IC6-W-T
SPKA-NCTP-IW600
New-Construction
Speaker Templates
Essence 8” 2-Way
In-Wall Speakers, Pair,
White Textured
SPKA-NCTP-IW800
New-Construction
Speaker Templates
SPECIFICATION
ESSENCE IC6-W-T
Height
Cutout
Height
Width
Cutout
Width
Depth
Minimum
Mounting
Depth
Side and Rear Views (Typical)
The following table provides corrective action for possible trouble situations.
If further assistance is required, please contact a Crestron customer service
representative.
Further Inquiries
Future Updates
TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
CORRECTIVE ACTION
No sound or
intermittent
sound from
speakers.
Cable connection
error.
Verify cable connections
between amplifier and speakers.
Amplifier not receiving
input signal or amplifier
malfunction.
Verify amplifier is functioning correctly,
that it is receiving an input signal and
that correct input source is selected.
Faulty device in system.
Verify all devices in system are
functioning properly.
Constant
noise such as
buzz, hum, or
hiss from
speakers.
System grounding fault.
Verify system grounding.
Poor low
frequency
output.
Incorrect polarity
connection at speaker.
Verify speaker connection polarity
(+ on speaker to + on amplifier).
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Problem Solving
Troubleshooting
To locate specific information or resolve questions after reviewing this guide,
contact Crestron's True Blue Support at 1-888-CRESTRON [1-888-273-7876]
or refer to the listing of Crestron worldwide offices on the Crestron Web site
(www.crestron.com/offices) for assistance within a particular geographic
region.
To post a question about Crestron products, log onto the Online Help section
of the Crestron Web site (www.crestron.com/onlinehelp). First-time users
must establish a user account to fully benefit from all available features.
As Crestron improves functions, adds new features and extends the
capabilities of the Essence IW5, IW6, and IW8, additional information may
be made available as manual updates. These updates are solely electronic
and serve as intermediary supplements prior to the release of a complete
technical documentation revision.
Check the Crestron Web site periodically for manual update availability and
its relevance. Updates are identified as an “Addendum” in the Download
column.
The specific patents that cover Crestron products are listed at patents.crestron.com.
Crestron, the Crestron logo and Essence, are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Crestron Electronics,
Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Kevlar is either a trademark or registered trademark of E. I. du Pont
de Nemours and Company in the United States and/or other countries. Other trademarks, registered trademarks,
and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their
products. Crestron disclaims proprietary interest in the marks and names of others.
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