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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

 

Read this User's Guide thoroughly before attempting to install and configure your 
Emotiva UAC 6.2/UAC 6.8/ UAW 6.2/ UAW 8.2.  All the safety and operation 
instructions should be read before any operation of the speakers.   After successful 
installation and configuration Emotiva UAC 6.2/UAC 6.8/ UAW 6.2/ UAW 8.2 
Architectural Speakers, be sure to retain this manual in a safe place for future 
reference. 

All warnings for Emotiva UAC 6.2/UAC 6.8/ UAW 6.2/ UAW 8.2 Architectural Speakers 
in these operating instructions should be followed. Safety is a key component to a long 
lasting and trouble free installation. The vast majority of the subsequent safety 
precautions involve simple common sense. If you do not feel comfortable with the 
installation of audio/video equipment, we recommend you seek the services of a 
qualified installation professional. 

  Emotiva UAC 6.2/UAC 6.8/ UAW 6.2/ UAW 8.2 Architectural Speakers should 

NEVER be used where they can come into contact with water, such as a bathtub, 
washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, a swimming pool, etc.  

  Emotiva UAC 6.2/UAC 6.8/ UAW 6.2/ UAW 8.2  Architectural Speakers should 

be mounted securely so that their location or installation position does not place 
anyone at risk from the speaker(s) falling on to his/her head or body. Secure 
mounting is very important. 

  Emotiva UAC 6.2/UAC 6.8/ UAW 6.2/ UAW 8.2  Architectural Speakers should 

be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, or other heat generating 
devices. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for VAC

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Page 2: ...hnology We think you will find the Emotiva UAC 6 2 UAC 6 8 UAW 6 2 UAW 8 2 meet or exceed your expectations Under the guidance legendary loudspeaker designer Vance Dickason we have developed a series of loudspeakers that are extremely efficient and dynamic with a clear detailed neutral sound We hope you will continue to explore your passion for high performance home entertainment with these and ot...

Page 3: ...he subsequent safety precautions involve simple common sense If you do not feel comfortable with the installation of audio video equipment we recommend you seek the services of a qualified installation professional Emotiva UAC 6 2 UAC 6 8 UAW 6 2 UAW 8 2 Architectural Speakers should NEVER be used where they can come into contact with water such as a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink laundry tub in a ...

Page 4: ... please contact your local certified electrician or licensed building contractor for qualified help Although these speakers are moisture resistant they are by no means water proof To use them in accordance with their intended design they must be protected from direct contact with water GROUNDING Always observe proper antenna or satellite dish grounding techniques When lightning strikes there is al...

Page 5: ...1m Recommended Amplifier 10W 150W Nominal Impedance 4 Ohms Size speaker 10 1 2 diameter x 4 7 8 deep Size cutout 9 5 8 diameter UAW 6 2 6 5 Inwall 3dB 65Hz 20kHz Sensitivity 87dB 2 83V 1m Recommended Amplifier 10W 150W Nominal Impedance 6 Ohms Size speaker 8 11 16 x 12 1 16 x 3 5 8 Size cutout 7 1 2 x 11 UAW 8 2 8 Inwall 3dB 38Hz 21kHz Sensitivity 88dB 2 83V 1m Recommended Amplifier 10W 150W Nomin...

Page 6: ...ake place where the beams from each speaker intersect Your ear position should be taken into consideration in both sitting and standing positions Avoid mounting speakers in stud cavities that contain electrical wiring heating ducts fire blocks water pipes etc and make sure the ceiling materials are sturdy enough to support the weight of the speaker Check to see if in wall speaker back boxes are re...

Page 7: ...inder Drill Drill Bits Wire Cutter Strippers Speaker Wire Pencil Phillips Screwdriver Utility Knife or Drywall Saw Painters Tape Use only multi stranded copper 16 gauge minimum speaker wire approved for use within walls Consult with your local building department for approved wire types and wiring methods Find a location between two wall or ceiling studs that will accommodate speaker installation ...

Page 8: ...y Turn on the amplifier and audio source to verify it is producing sound at lower volumes Slowly turn up the volume You should hear sound coming from your new speakers If no sound is produced from any or all speakers turn off the source equipment immediately and check for open or loose connections shorts or proper source selection and connections After you have verified the speakers are operating ...

Page 9: ...Wash your hands first dirt can easily transfer from your fingers to the grills Use a small amount of included adhesive to secure the grills to the speakers PAINT If desired the speaker s outer surface will accept ordinary latex wall paint or aerosol spray paint Because the speaker baffle surface behind the grille should remain unpainted you may need to mask this area Cover the speaker s interior b...

Page 10: ...llation in or removal from a fixed custom installation or normal setup claims based on any misrepresentation by the seller or performance variations resulting from installation related circumstances such as but not limited to signal quality AC power or incompatibilities with other system components SERVICE ASSISTANCE Please note that BEFORE sending your Speaker in for repair you MUST call Emotiva ...

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