Description
This model is a High Performance 6.," Home Theater
loudspeaker designed to exclusively for in-ceiling
installations, this series also uses the· last version of the
EZFrame. The EZFramc is a TruAudio exclusive design
that will make the installation of the grill go from minutes
to seconds. The Revolve LCRs can be used for the center
channel , right or left channels or for all front three
channels (LCR). They are acoustically matched with the
REV6- SUR. l models to act as the perfect in-ceiling
Home Theater speaker system. All the Revolve series
speakers are also matched with many of TruAudio
architectural and freestanding speakers so it's easy to
design a custom home theater to fit any room. Multiple
pairs of the SUR.1 models mar be needed for 7.1 and 9.1
systems.
The LCR models feature a full range design so it can also
be used for the from two channels for audio listening
When using these models for Horne Theater, we
recommend completing the system with any TruAudio
subwoofers.
Choosing the Speaker Location
The Revolve series do NOT fit in the typical 2x4 wall
depth of 3.5". Because they were designed exclusively for
ceiling use and most ceiling depth is usually 8", these
models require 5.5” mounting depth. Please keep this in
mind while deciding on the final installation location of the
speakers.
The biggest determination of any speaker's sound quality,
is the room and the location of the speaker in that room.
Since you have chosen these models, the installation
requires you to mount one or more of the REV speakers
in the ceiling. The unique baffle and tweeter bridge allows
the frequencies to radiate toward the listening area and
down, away from the ceiling. With the woofer mounted at
the designed angle, even the lower
frequencies will be more pronounce and less forgotten
like most in~ceiling home theater speakers. The movable
tweeter bridge makes it easy to adjust the high
frequencies to the perfect degree once the speaker and
furniture are in their final location.
Today's home theater systems require 6 or more
speakers for true, life like home cinema listening. These
speakers are front right and left, the center channel. right
and left surround , and a subwoofer.
Some systems also require additional surround speakers
or rear centers to enhance the theater sound. The
placement for these speakers is critical to having your
home theater experience the best it can be.
LCR Location:
The front center speaker should be
installed directly above the video picture or screen. The
front right and left speakers should be mounted to both
sides of the center channel. Try to keep these all aligned
if possible. At least make sure the front left and right
speakers arc aligned the same. While installing these
speakers. note the angle of the woofer. T he woofer
should be facing the listening area. If necessary, turn the
entire speaker frame to face the woofer angle properly.
Adjust the tweeter bridge so that high frequencies are
also directed toward the listening area. On
Model LCR.1, the tweeter adjusts separately from the
midrange to give added flexibility.
Surround location:
The SUR.1 is a bi-pole speaker
which means the tweeters are aimed and fire away from
the listener. This causes a more "surround" effect. This
actual model is deigned to be mounted into the ceiling.
The typical installation would put these speakers directly
above the listeners about 6-8 feet apart. Other
installations could put these speakers in from or in back of
the listener. In any of these cases, the tweeters should be
facing away from the listener meaning one tweeter facing
the front wall and the other face the rear of the room. The
woofer can be directed toward the listener or toward the
wall. This would depend on the installation and the
desired sound. In 7. 1 and 9.1 systems multiple pairs of
the SUR.1 could be used for additional side or rear effects
.
Prep surface for Speaker Installation
If the speakers were pre-wired at construction time, your
dealer might have used TruAudio's Rough-in kits (RC-S
series) prior to drywall at each speaker location . (There
should also be speaker cable at this location). After the
drywall is installed and the hole is cut the speaker is then
easily installed. Move on to the "Setting Level Controls"
section.
If no rough-in ring has been used and the drywall has not
been cut out, move on to the next section:
Note:
Speaker cable should be run to each speaker
location prior to speaker installation. If the speaker
pre-wire took place before insulation and drywall, the
cable should be somewhere behind the drywall in the
selected location for each speaker.
Locate the desired location for the speaker to be
mounted. Check the area for obstructions such as
plumbing, heating ducts or electrical wiring. Also locate
the wood/metal studs or joists nearest the desired
location. Use the supplied speaker cutout to get the
recommended hole dimension. Position the cutout in the
desired location and outline the speaker opening. If you
are not sure of possible obstructions. Cut a small hole in
the center of your outline. This will allow you to check for
obstructions. If there are no problems with your
mounting location, proceed and cutout the outlined hole.
If the ceiling is not already insulated and you are not using
any kind of enclosures or back boxes we suggest adding
some kind of sound dampening material. TruAudio's
Acoustic Foam will work great and is designed specifically
for use with in-wall and in-ceiling speakers. Dacron or
insulation will also work fine for sound dampening
material. If insulation is used and the material has a foil
layer. Position the foil away from the speaker magnet.
Speaker Installation
Remove the speaker from the box and inspect for any
damage. If your model offers any adjustments that are
located on the back of the speaker (most of the time
located on the crossover) now is the time to adjust them
properly.
Locate the speaker cable and prep it for connection; strip
back the outside insulation so that the individual
conductors are showing (usually 2 or 4). Then strip back
the insulation on each conductor to show the bare copper
wire. We suggest stripping enough so that 3/8" of copper
wire is showing. Push down each post and insert the
speaker cable. Make sure that only BARE wire is
touching the speaker post once it slides back into place.
All TruAudio products feature gold push binding posts
which are quick and simple to use but also are great for
conducting speaker signal.
Caution: make sure to observe polarity. R+
(positive) from the amp or volume control to
speaker R+ and R- (negative) to R-. Make
sure to do the same for the left channel.
When connecting the other end of the speaker cable to
the amplifier or receiver make sure to observe the same
polarity as you did at the speaker connection.
To prepare the speaker for the actual instal1ation, turn all
the mounting toggles (dog ears) in toward the speaker
frame. This will allow the speaker to easily fit into the
precut hole. Place the speaker into the hole (the speaker
cable should be connected) and make sure the speaker
cable stays connected to the speaker. Hold it in place
with one hand and with your other hand carefully tighten
the mounting screws evenly to secure the speaker. As
you tighten the screws, the dog ears will flip into position
to grip into
the drywall. DO NOT over tighten the mounting screws.
This can cause damage to the speaker plus the lip on the
outside of the frame.
Adjust the Tweeters:
Most TruAudio in-ceiling
speakers feature swivel tweeters so they are more
versatile for different applications. After the location of the
speaker is determined and the speaker is installed and
just the tweeter toward the listening area. Sometimes,
depending on the installation, it might be necessary to
reflect the sound off a wall or ceiling.
Adjust the Level Control:
This model might offer
level control for the tweeter. The switch is located on the
front face of the speaker. You can adjust this control to
get more or less high frequency. Adjust the switch to each
setting until you get the desired amount of high frequency.
The adjustments are -3d B, 0dB and +3dB.
Some models also might offer level control for the woofer.
The switch is located on the front face of the speaker. You
can ad just this control to get more or less low frequency.
Adjust the switch to each setting until you get the desired
amount of low frequency. The adjustments are -3dB, 0dB
and +3dB.
Remove the grill from the box and install it onto the
speaker. Align the grills edges to the grooves on the
speaker and carefully push the grill on. Make sure to
check all the way around the grill to ensure its sitting on
the speaker evenly. Some speakers will offer the typical
in-ceding speaker grill and some will feature the TruAudio
EZGrill so the grill will be pulled into place with the
magnets imbedded into the speaker frame. No matter
what grill is offered, they go on to the speaker in the same
way.
Painting the Speaker
If you are going to paint your speakers, we suggest
painting them prior to the installation. If you must paint
them while they art still in the wall, remove the grill and
replace it with the provided paint guards. Then you may
proceed and paint the frame of the speakers. When
painting the grills, paint them lightly and be careful not to
clog the holes. Do nor paint the grill while it's still on the
speaker, paint them separately.
User Manual - 6-inch Revolve Series & Ghost HT In-Cieling
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REV6-LCR.2
REV6P-LCR.1
REV6P-LCR.2
REV6P-SUR.1
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