2
3.
Mark the hole. A template for setting the hole is provided in
the box (as are two paint mask inserts). Position the template in
the desired position and outline it on the wall using a pencil.
4.
Cut the hole.
CAUTION: This is the most important part of the
installation.
If you aren’t certain whether there are any obstruc-
tions in the desired mounting area, use a drywall saw to cut a
small hole at the center of the spot you’ve outlined. Cut at a 45°
angle toward the inside of the hole
(See Diagram 3).
You can use
the piece to fill the hole again, if obstructions are found.
Once the mounting location is deemed to be free of obstruc-
tions, cut the outline at a 90° angle relative to the surface of the
wall.
5.
If the area in the wall isn’t already insulated, add insulation
material sufficient to fill the cavity. If the insulation material used
is faced with foil or paper, position the foil or paper away from
the speaker.
Preparing the Surface for Mounting
Precautions for Installation
Careful consideration should be given to the possible presence of
electrical conduits, piping, HVAC duct work and other elements
within the walls before the speakers are installed. If there is any
doubt regarding the most acceptable locations for the speakers,
please consult EMPHASYS Technical Support or the dealer.
New Construction: Unfinished Wall
A new construction bracket, available from your EMPHASYS deal-
er, can be installed prior to drywall application across studs (up to
24” on-center) where a speaker will be located. Once the hole is
cut and the drywall is installed, the speaker can be easily installed
in accordance with the instructions for mounting in “Finished
Wall” below.
Finished Wall
Two-conductor wire should be run to the proper wall locations
before the speakers are affixed. To ensure a professional-looking
installation, observe the following steps:
1.
Choose the general location for the installation of each speak-
er, being certain that these areas present no obstructions.
2.
Find the studs nearest the desired location for the speaker.
EMPHASYS recommends the use of a good stud finder for this
procedure. If you are lining up the speakers to some other object
or molding in the room, be sure to allow for the size of the baffle
flange. This flange extends beyond the mounting hole on all four
sides of the speaker.
Diagram 3:
Wall Cutout
CAUTION: The tweeter dome, whether aluminum or silk, can be
damaged through direct contact with fingers or objects. Please be
careful when installing and adjusting the speaker.
The following tips are recommended for use of the In-Wall speak-
ers in a home theater configuration:
•
If the speaker is being used as a main front channel, the tweet
er should be aimed toward the listener.
•
If the speaker is being used as a rear surround speaker, it might
be desirable to aim the tweeter away from the listener. This
will enhance the diffusion of the sound, particularly for ambient
effects.
Speaker Adjustments
Creating a Zone for Optimized Listening
The speakers should be placed so that they form a “triangular” rela-
tionship with respect to the lis-
tening position.
(See Diagram 1)
For example, if the listener’s van-
tage point is eight feet from the
front speakers, then the speakers
should be eight feet apart. This
will ensure an accurate stereo
image and help minimize the
creation of excessive sound
reflections.
Pivoting the Tweeters
Some models of the In-Wall Series speakers are equipped with
pivoting tweeters that make it easy to optimize speaker perfor-
mance to the size and shape of the room.
(See Diagram 2)
For
example, if the speakers are positioned far from the primary
listening area, aim the tweeters directly toward that area so that
the upper frequencies (which are directional in nature) reach the
listener. If the ideal listening perspective is relatively close to the
speakers, a better balance of frequencies can be achieved by
aiming the tweeters slightly outward, away from the listener.
Diagram 2:
Tweeter
Push Tweeter Here
A=B=C
Ideal
Listening
Zone
B
C
A
Left Speaker
Center Speaker Right Speaker
TOP VIEW
TOP VIEW OF WALL
Diagram 1:
Listening Zone