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‘treble tilt’ to -2 dB, if too bass heavy, set ‘bass 
tilt’  to  -2  dB. The  adjustment  is  done  by  set-
ting the three groups of room response control 
switches ‘treble tilt’, ‘bass tilt’ and ‘bass roll-off’ 
on the front panel of the amplifier. The manu-
facturer default settings for all controls are ‘All 
Off’ to give a flat response in half space, i.e. 
when the speaker has been installed in a wall. 
Always start adjustment by setting all switches 
to the ‘OFF’ position. Then set 

only one

 switch 

within each group to the ‘ON’ position to select 
the desired response curve. The switches are 
not cumulative. If more than one switch is set 
to ‘ON’ (within one switch group) the attenua-
tion value is not accurate.

Using Autostart and Remote control 

functions

In  daily  use,  the  RAM1  amplifier  can  be 
switched  to  “STANDBY”  mode  to  save 
energy  by  activating  the  signal  sensing 
Autostart function or by using a remote con-
trol unit (not included in the AIW26 system). 
If the system is left unused for several days, 
we recommend that you power it down using 
the RAM1’s main power switch or a central 
power switch if one has been installed.
 
The Autostart function is activated by turning 
switch  4  (AUTOSTART)  on  the  first  switch 
group to “ON”. Autostart turns the amplifier to 
“STANDBY” mode if there is no signal present 
for about 30 minutes. When the signal returns 
the  amplifier  switches  on  immediately  and 
the speaker functions normally.

If you are using a remote control to switch the 
RAM1  between “STANDBY”  or “ON”  modes 
(see  chapter  “Connecting  the  RAM1  ampli-
fier”), turn switch 3 (REMOTE CONTROL), on 
the first switch group to “ON”. This activates 
the  remote  control  function.  In  this  setting 
the remote control will override the Autostart 
function. If you want to use Autostart, turn the 
“REMOTE CONTROL” switch to “OFF”. 

Protecting the settings

The control group of the RAM1 can be cov-

ered  with  a  piece  of  plexiglass  to  protect 
the  settings.  Attach  the  plexiglass  over  the 
switch groups with two Phillips screws when 
you have completed the adjustments. Do not 
overtighten the screws.

Status indicator LED

The  status  indicator  LED  on  the  RAM1 
changes  colour  to  indicate  amplifier  status. 
If  the  LED  is  yellow,  it  indicates  that  the  
amplifier  is  in “STANDBY”  mode. When  the 
amplifier is switched to “ON” mode, the LED 
changes to green colour.

Automatic protection circuits

The  AIW26  system  has  protection  circuits 
against speaker driver thermal overload and 
amplifier overheating. The protection system 
resets automatically so the user only has to 
turn  the  input  level  down  to  ensure  that  it 
does not reactivate.

Driver  thermal  overload  protection  protects 
the  drivers  from  damage  caused  by  pro-
longed  overdriving  with  excessively  high  or 
distorted  signal.  The  circuit  automatically 
reduces  the  volume  of  the  channel  that  is 
being  overloaded.  To  avoid  this,  lower  the 
listening volume if the sound becomes harsh 
and distorted at high sound pressure levels.

Amplifier thermal protection turns the ampli-
fier to “STANDBY” mode if the amplifier over-
heats. Let the amplifier cool down and check 
that there is sufficient clearance around the 
amplifier  for  cooling  (see  chapters  “Space 
requirement  for  the  RAM1  amplifier”  and 
“Mounting  the  RAM1  amplifier  to  an  equip-
ment  rack”  above).  If  the  problem  persists, 
consult your Genelec dealer or Home Theater 
Installation company for an improved cooling 
solution for your equipment cabinet or rack.

Maintenance

There  are  no  user  serviceable  parts  within 
the loudspeaker or the amplifier. Any main-
tenance or repair should only be undertaken 
by qualified service personnel.

Safety considerations

•  Servicing and adjustment must only 
  be performed by qualified service  
  personnel. The loudspeaker or  
  amplifier must not be opened.
•  Do not use this product with an unearthed  
  mains  cable  as  this  may  compromise  
  electrical safety.
•  Do not expose the loudspeaker or the ampli-

fier to water or moisture. Do not place any 
objects filled with liquid, such as vases, on  
or near them. 

•  Do not place naked flame sources like lighted 

candles on or near the loudspeaker or the 
amplifier.

•  This  loudspeaker  is  capable  of  producing 

sound pressure levels in excess of 85 dB, 
which  may  cause  permanent  hearing 
damage.

•  Free flow of airaround the amplifier is nec-

essary to maintain sufficient cooling. Do not 
obstruct airflow around the amplifier.

•  Note that the amplifier is not completely dis-

connected from the AC mains service unless 
the mains power cord is removed from the 
amplifier or the mains outlet.

WARNING!

This equipment is capable of delivering Sound 
Pressure  Levels  in  excess  of  85dB,  which 
may cause permanent hearing damage.

Guarantee

This product is supplied with a two year guar-
antee against manufacturing faults or defects 
that might alter the performance of the unit. 
Refer to supplier for full sales and guarantee 
terms. 

EC Declaration of Conformity

This is to certify that Genelec AIW26 I-wall 
Speaker System conforms to the following 
standards: 
 
Safety:
EN 60065 / IEC 60065:1998 7th Edition 
EMC:
EN 55013: (2001)
EN 55020: (1994), A11: (1996), A12: (1999),  
A13: (1999), A14: (1999)
EN 61000-3-2 (2000)
EN 61000-3-3 (1995)
 
The product herewith complies with the 
requirements of The Low Voltage Directive 
73/23/EEC, EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and 
93/68/EEC
 

Signed:
 

Ilpo Martikainen

Position:  Managing Director
Date: 

25-November-2004

Table 3. Suggested room response control settings for differing acoustical environments

Bass  Roll-Off

Bass  Tilt

Treble Tilt

Half space factory default calibration setting

ALL OFF

ALL OFF

ALL OFF

Well damped (dead sounding) room

0 dB

0 dB

0 dB

Normal room

0 dB

0 dB

-2 dB

Highly reflective (live sounding) room

0 dB

-2 dB

-4 dB

Additional settings to compensate for the loudspeaker positioning within the room:

In a double corner (wall/wall or wall/ceiling)

-2 dB

-2 dB

0 dB

In a triple corner (wall/wall/ceiling)

-4 dB

-4 dB

0 dB

If the speaker is positioned behind a perforated screen, add +2 dB to the Treble Tilt setting to compensate

Summary of Contents for AIW26

Page 1: ...Genelec AIW26 In wall Speaker System Installation and Operating Manual ...

Page 2: ...d con sistent frequency response over a larger listening area than conventional loudspeak ers A secondary function of the DCW is to reduce the off axis radiated sound energy thereby minimizing the reflections from the side walls floor and ceiling This results in a precise and stable sound image If the AIW26 speakers are used in an applica tion where their capability for precise sound imaging is ne...

Page 3: ...ines If you have already connected the RAM1 amplifier units to the system select the speaker that has the same ID number as the amplifier it will be driven by Check the polarity of the speaker cables and attach the cables to the binding posts of the AIW26 speaker Lift the AIW26 into the hole top end cable binding posts first see Figure 3 and push the lower end of the speaker onto the edge of the h...

Page 4: ...re that the space above and below the RAM1 is uncluttered and there is a space of 100 mm 4 or more behind the ampli fier The space behind the amplifier must be well ventilated If the temperature inside the rack is likely to rise close to RAM1 s maxi mum ambient temperature of 35 C 95 F we recommend installing ventilation fans to ensure that the thermal protection is not acti vated prematurely Atta...

Page 5: ...s harsh and distorted at high sound pressure levels Amplifier thermal protection turns the ampli fier to STANDBY mode if the amplifier over heats Let the amplifier cool down and check that there is sufficient clearance around the amplifier for cooling see chapters Space requirement for the RAM1 amplifier and Mounting the RAM1 amplifier to an equip ment rack above If the problem persists consult yo...

Page 6: ...ance 10 kOhm Crossover frequency 3 5 kHz Treble tilt control in 2dB steps from 2 to 4dB MUTE 15 kHz Bass roll off control in 2 dB steps from 0 to 6 dB 50 Hz Bass tilt control in 2 dB steps from 0 to 6 dB MUTE 100 Hz Mains voltage 100 200V or 115 230V Power consumption Standby Idle Full output 5 10 200 W Maximum ambient temperature 35 C 95 F Weight 4 6 kg 10 1 lbs Dimensions Height 130 mm 51 8 Widt...

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