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Genelec AIW26B Operating Manual

Figure 1. The grille, mounting flange  
and loudspeaker unit of the AIW26B 

Figure 2. Symmetrical L-C-R 
loudspeaker placement

The Genelec AIW26B Active In-wall 
loudspeaker system consists of a bass 
reflex type two-way loudspeaker and 
a matched remote amplifier module, 
RAM1. It has been designed to the same 
rigorous standards as Genelec’s high-
performance HT series active Home 
Theater loudspeakers. The AIW26B 
can be used in the most demanding 
applications, like the main L-C-R array of 
a Home Theater system, critical Stereo 
listening or rear/side channels of a large, 
state-of-the-art Home Theater.

Unpacking

A Genelec AIW26B set includes the items 
listed below. Check that nothing is missing 
or damaged during transport and delivery. 
If there is a problem with the product, 
contact your local Genelec dealer.

•  AIW26B loudspeaker unit with two  
 

mounting brackets attached.

•  Mounting flange and grille  
•  AIW26B cardboard cut-out  
 template
•  RAM1 amplifier unit
•  Mains power cable
•  Six M6x60 Torx 30 screws
•  Plexiglass cover for the control  
 switches
•  This Operating Manual

Installation

Genelec recommends that you use the 
services of an authorized installation 
specialist or other competent and 
experienced installation company for the 
installation of the AIW26B system. Ask your 
local Genelec dealer for recommended 
installation companies in your region.

Matching loudspeakers  

and amplifiers

Each AIW26B loudspeaker unit has been 
factory calibrated for optimum performance 
with the RAM1 amplifier it is shipped 
with. Never mix these matched amplifier-
loudspeaker systems in the installation 
process. The matching units are marked with 
the same ID number on the reflex port of the 
AIW26B and the top panel of the RAM1.

Loudspeaker placement

Genelec AIW26B loudspeakers are 
equipped with Genelec’s proprietary 
Directivity Control Waveguide (DCW). One 
of the main characteristics of the DCW 
technology is that the loudspeakers give 
a very even and consistent frequency 
response over a larger listening area than 
conventional loudspeakers. 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 

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Страница 1: ...Operating Manual AIW26B ...

Страница 2: ... Six M6x60 Torx 30 screws Plexiglass cover for the control switches This Operating Manual Installation Genelec recommends that you use the services of an authorized installation specialist or other competent and experienced installation company for the installation of the AIW26B system Ask your local Genelec dealer for recommended installation companies in your region Matching loudspeakers and amp...

Страница 3: ...le for protection against scratches Figure 6 Take a grip on the mounting flange just below the middle screws and lift the loudspeaker enclosure up Do not put pressure on the cloth as it stretches easily be placed symmetrically in relation to the listening position and there should be no obstructions between the loudspeaker and the listener This guarantees clear dialogue in films and a good stereo ...

Страница 4: ...rked area through which you can probe the inside of the wall Use a drywall saw and make the first cut at a 45 angle toward the center of the hole so you can put the cut piece back in if the location is unsuitable If you find no obstructions you can make the final cut along the marked lines After cutting the hole protect the wall surface against scratching by attaching the template below the lower ...

Страница 5: ... loudspeaker into the hole top end first Figure 13 Lift the mounting brackets up and push the lower end of the loudspeaker into the hole Figure 14 Check that the mounting brackets have moved back to the lower position Remove the cardboard template Figure 15 Lift the loudspeaker by the screws and push it into the hole so that it rests on the step on the inner side of the mounting flange see Figure ...

Страница 6: ...and check that it sits evenly against the wall surface WALL LOUD SPEAKER MOUNTING FLANGE Figure 16 Correct positioning of the mounting flange Note that the flange not the loudspeaker enclosure is in contact with the wall Figure 17 Tighten the middle screws first using a Torx 30 bit Hold the enclosure and mounting flange in place by gripping the other middle screw as shown above Tighten to 2 Nm 1 5...

Страница 7: ...y and use the provided cable binding post tool to tighten the binding posts Be careful not to overtighten the binding posts as they may be damaged The RAM1 has two parallel 10 kOhm input connectors a balanced XLR and an unbalanced RCA For longer cable connection lengths 10m or 30ft a balanced line connection is recommended as it offers better immunity to external interference The RCA connection me...

Страница 8: ...ode by activating the signal sensing Autostart function or by a remote control unit not included in the AIW26B system If the system is left unused for several days 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 STAN...

Страница 9: ...amplifier for cooling see chapters Space requirement for the RAM1 amplifier and Mounting the RAM1 amplifier to an equipment 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 maintenance or r...

Страница 10: ...8 in 88 mm 31 2 in Note The mounting brackets of the AIW26 need a clearance inside the wall of at least 125 millimeters 5 in above the top edge of the cut out and 65 mm 29 16 in below the lower edge Note Depth Free space requirement inside the wall cavity Bass amplifier output power Short term 120 W Treble amplifier output power Short term 120 W Input impedance 10 kOhm Crossover frequency 3 5 kHz ...

Страница 11: ...iew Figure 26 AIW26 side view Figure 28 AIW26 top view Figure 30 AIW26 grille side and front views Figure 31 RAM1 side view 130 5 1 8 in 117 4 5 8 in 281 11 1 16 in 309 12 3 16 in 145 5 3 4 in 137 5 3 8 in Figure 29 RAM1 top view 4 3 16 in 350 13 3 4 in 574 22 5 8 in 4 3 16 in 365 14 3 8 in 589 23 3 16 in Figure 27 AIW26 mounting flange side and front views ...

Страница 12: ...1 Fax 358 17 812 267 Email genelec genelec com In the U S please contact Genelec Inc 7 Tech Circle Natick MA 01760 USA Phone 1 508 652 0900 Fax 1 508 652 0909 Email genelec usa genelec com In China please contact Beijing Genelec Audio Co Ltd Room 101 1st Floor Building 71 B33 Universal Business Park No 10 Jiuxianqiao Road Chaoyang District Beijing 100015 China Phone 86 10 5823 2014 Post code 10001...

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