INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on purchasing SpeakerCraft’s Aim Wide Series of architectural loudspeakers. The Aim Wide Series features
fully pivoting woofers and unique dual mid-tweeter module that is mounted directly over the woofer with 2-inch dome
midrange drivers and
3
⁄
4
-inch tweeters facing 70 degrees off axis from each other. The result is ultra-wide dispersion with tre-
mendous fidelity.
SPEAKER PLACEMENT
When following the below recommendations, please keep in mind that placement is always in the ceiling. Aim Wide
speakers can be used in multi-room systems. For home theater applications, they can be used for side or rear channels
when a diffused sound is desired.
SpeakerCraft recommends the use of a qualified custom installation specialist when installing your Aim Wide speakers. If you
need assistance in locating an installer, please contact SpeakerCraft at 1-800-448-0976.
1. Determine Your Primary Listening Area
The area where you will most likely be sitting when listening to your speakers is your primary listening area.
2. Placement in Multi-Room installations
When placing your speakers in the ceiling, it should ideally be located above the primary listening area. They can be
used in small listening environments such as walk-in closets, laundry rooms, bath rooms, etc. In a large area, it may be
necessary to place additional speakers through out the room to achieve optimal effect.
3. Placement of Side Channel
While not a true side channel speaker , the Aim Wide may be used to function as a side channel in certain applications.
Refer to
FIGURE 1
for the suggested placement and mid-tweeter module orientation.
Note:
Because all rooms and instal-
lations are unique, some minor experimentation on your part may be needed until the desired sound is achieved.
4. Placement of Rear Channels for Home Theater
FIGURE 1
illustrates the suggested placement and mid-tweeter module orientation when using the Aim Wide as a rear
channel.
NOTE:
Because all rooms and installations are unique, some minor experimentation on your part may be need-
ed until the desired sound is achieved.
5. Checking for Obstructions
Before confirming the placement of the speakers, you should carefully consider the location of ceiling joists, electrical,
plumbing and other fixtures that may get in the way. If you are installing the speakers into an existing ceiling, you can
locate obstructions by noting the placement of fixtures and, if possible, gaining access to an attic or crawl space for fur
-
ther analysis. A good stud-finder, found at any building supply store, will help you determine where the joists are located
in the ceiling.
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FL
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RL
LS
RS
Figure 1
Suggested Placement/
Mid-Tweeter Module Orientation
PRINTING INSTRUCTIONS: AIM WIDE MANUAL - INK: BLACK (1 over 1) MATERIAL: 80lb Gloss - SIZE: 11" x 17" folded to 8.5” x 11” PRINTING INSTRUCTIONS: AIM WIDE MANUAL - INK: BLACK (1 over 1) MATERIAL: 80lb Gloss - SIZE: 11" x 17" folded to 8.5” x 11”