5. In-wall Speaker Installation
To install a Studio Series in-wall speaker, proceed as described in
the following paragraphs and accompanying diagrams:
•
Having selected the installation position and checked for the
presence of studs (joists), pipe work, ducts or cables, mark
a portrait orientation cut-line on the wall using the supplied
template. Check that the dimensions of the cut-line are
correct: 175 x 275 mm (6
7
⁄
8
x 10
13
⁄
16
in) for the S4-W65
and 215 x 370 mm (8
1
⁄
2
x 14
9
⁄
16
in) for the S4-W80.
Note:
Studio Series in-wall speakers are intended to be used in
portrait orientation.
Use an appropriate tool to cut along the cut-line to create a
cut-out in the wall. Trial fit the speaker Installation Frame in
the cut-out to check clearances.
Note:
In order to reduce the possibility of audible wall vibration
it may be prudent to apply a bead of adhesive mastic between
the wall studs and the drywall (plasterboard) in the vicinity of wall
speakers.
With the cut-out checked, the Installation Frame can be
installed. Insert the frame into place and while holding it
against the wall with one hand use the other hand to turn
and slide the four yellow securing clamps outwards and
slide them down against the inner surface of the drywall
(plasterboard).
Note:
If speaker cables are not already installed it should be done
at this stage. It is possible that access will be required through the
opposite side of the wall to route the cables. Use low resistance
speaker cable with clear polarity marking on its insulation. Low
resistance is especially important if the length of cable from
amplifier to speaker exceeds 5 m. Your local Dynaudio retailer or
distributor will be able to offer advice on speaker cable selection if
required.
•
Pull the speaker cable through the Installation Frame and
wall cut-out. The length of free cable should be sufficient
to allow the Speaker Unit to be held in one hand while
connecting the cable to the Speaker Unit terminals with the
other hand.
The speaker cable can now be connected to the speaker.
Strip 15 mm insulation from the cable (if necessary), twist
the wire strands and insert the stripped ends into the
1
2
3
4
speaker spring terminals. Ensure that the positive conductor
is connected to the red speaker terminal and the negative
conductor is connected to the black speaker terminal.
With the Speaker Unit connected to the speaker cable it
can be inserted into the Installation Frame. Turn the locking
tabs on the front surface of the Speaker Unit fully clockwise
(aligned with the lock icons) and insert it in the Installation
Frame. Push gently around each locking tab until a click is
heard. The Speaker Unit will then be secured in the frame.
Note:
Take care that the cable is positioned in such a way that it will
not get trapped as the Speaker Unit is secured into the Installation
Frame and is not touching the Speaker Unit in such a manner that it
is likely to result in audible vibrations.
Note:
To remove the Speaker Unit from the Installation Frame turn
the locking tabs 90° counter-clockwise. Take care to support the
speaker as the locking tabs are turned.
Note:
Studio Series wall speakers are intended to be installed with
the tweeter above the bass/mid driver.
The high frequency tonal balance of the Studio Series
speakers can be adjusted to suit different installation
environments. A tweeter level switch located on the Speaker
Unit front panel 3 dB, 0 dB and -3 dB options.
The level adjustment operates from approximately 3 kHz
upwards.
Note:
The +3 dB tweeter level option may be appropriate if, for
example, carpets, soft furnishings and curtains dominate in the
listening environment. Alternatively the -3 dB option may be more
suited to an environment where hard floors and glass predominate.
In more balanced acoustic environments, the 0 dB option is likely to
be most appropriate.
•
With the speaker connected and secured into the Installation
Frame, in-wall speaker installation is completed by fitting
the grille. The grille is secured magnetically and requires no
more than placing into position.
Note:
If the wall is to be painted following speaker installation, the
supplied paint mask must be used to protect the speaker hardware
from paint ingress. Speaker grilles should not be fitted during
painting. They should be painted separately.
Diagram 6 illustrates the in-wall speaker installation procedure.
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