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6.

Insert the iW4 mounting bracket diagonally through the cutout in

the wall, then pull forward into position. If the cutout was cut cor-
rectly according to the cutout template,  the bracket should fit snug-
ly into place. The plastic tabs on all sides of the bracket will rest
against the rear side of the wall (fig.10). If the tabs interfere with a
stud, break them off with pliers.

7.

While holding the bracket flat against the rear side of the wall

with one hand, attach the bezel to the bracket with (8) 4 x 50mm
recessed head screws that line up with the 8 raised bosses on the
bracket (fig. 11). Tighten screws snugly, making sure not to over-
tighten, as this may compromise the fit of the bezel. The use of
power screwdrivers is not recommended. The absorptive strip on
the back of the bezel's outer frame reduces unwanted vibrations
against the drywall, and will compress slightly to allow the frame to
rest flush against the wall on all four sides. When installed correct-
ly, the bracket and bezel "sandwich" the drywall.

8.

If the iW4 bezel frame and grille are to be painted in the wall,

paint now before installing the baffle (see "Painting" on the next
page).

9.

Add a 26" long piece of unbacked R19 fiberglass insulation to

the enclosure. (Be sure to wear protective gloves and goggles
when handling fiberglass to avoid contact with the fiber).  You may
need to cut a 11" wide by 7" high rectangular hole in the center of
the piece of fiberglass to make room for the crossover on the back
of the baffle.

10.

Connect the speaker wire to the spring posts on the iW4 baffle,

making sure to observe correct polarity (see "Connections").

11.

Attach the baffle to the bezel with (12) 4 x 20mm recessed head

screws that line up with the 12 holes in the bezel (fig. 12). Exercise
caution not to damage the drivers. Tighten screws snugly, making
sure not to over-tighten, as this may compromise the fit of the baf-
fle. The use of power screwdrivers is not recommended.

12.

Attach the metal grille by inserting it into the bezel.

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Summary of Contents for Architect iW4

Page 1: ...iW4 In Wall Loudspeaker Now Hear This 6400 Goodyear Road Benicia CA 94510 800 NHT 9993 OWNER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...drange frequencies caused by wall vibration The mounting assembly is designed to be intuitive and flexible making it ideal for new or existing construction With high performance sonics and a paintable grille and frame the iW4 is the perfect solution for architectural audio and home theater installations Caution The iW4 should be installed by an experienced and licensed custom installation professi...

Page 3: ...a how the speakers will look in the room try taping the supplied cutout templates to the wall Keep in mind that room furnishings play an important role in absorbing and reflecting sound waves Midrange and high frequencies in particular will be absorbed by soft furnishings such as sofas carpets and curtains A large number of these soft furnishings will dull the sound while a live room with few furn...

Page 4: ...can route the speaker wire at least three feet away from the electrical wiring If speaker wire and electrical wiring must run parallel install the wire within a metal conduit Note that low voltage wiring doorbell intercom telephone security etc are unlikely to induce hum and can typically be run parallel to speaker wire with no detrimental effects 2 When drilling holes through wall studs or ceilin...

Page 5: ... the bracket fig 5 Tighten screws snugly making sure not to over tighten as this may compromise the fit of the bezel The use of power screwdrivers is not recommended The absorptive strip on the back of the bezel s outer frame reduces unwanted vibrations and will compress slightly to allow the frame to rest flush against the wall on all four sides When installed correctly the bracket and bezel sand...

Page 6: ...d also make a good seal around the speaker wires 8 Add a 26 long piece of unbacked R19 fiberglass insulation to the enclosure Be sure to wear protective gloves and goggles when han dling fiberglass to avoid contact with the fiber You may need to cut a 11 wide by 7 high rectangular hole in the center of the piece of fiberglass to make room for the crossover on the back of the baffle 9 Connect the s...

Page 7: ...ate If the wall is painted or wallpapered use the keyhole saw 4 If the wall is constructed of lath and plaster outline the penciled marks with masking tape drill the four corners with a 1 4 drill bit and use a utility knife to cut through the plaster down to the lath Use a saber saw with a metal cutting blade or a pair of tin snips to gently cut through the lath being careful not to vibrate plaste...

Page 8: ...all on all four sides When installed correct ly the bracket and bezel sandwich the drywall 8 If the iW4 bezel frame and grille are to be painted in the wall paint now before installing the baffle see Painting on the next page 9 Add a 26 long piece of unbacked R19 fiberglass insulation to the enclosure Be sure to wear protective gloves and goggles when handling fiberglass to avoid contact with the ...

Page 9: ...f wire for all speakers When permanently installing wire inside walls be sure to use wire that is rated for in wall use and has special jacketing for fire prevention In the U S the U L standard is CL 2 CL 3 and CM wire and in Canada the CSA standard is FT4 wire The wires should be run in accordance with National Electrical Code and any applicable local building codes Prepare the wire by stripping ...

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