Specifications
Excite™ In-Wall Speakers
quickstart guide
IW5, IW6, IW8
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IW5, IW6, IW8
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The recommended setting for the low frequency
range (LF) switch is – to reduce bass when the
speaker is in a corner, + to increase bass when the
speaker is not near a wall or ceiling corner, and 0
(neutral) when the speaker is near one wall or
ceiling corner.
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Specifications
QUICKSTART DOC. 7128C (2029451) 09.12
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SPECIFICATION
Woofer
Size
Material
Tweeter
Size
Material
Surround Material
Environmental
Temperature
Humidity
Dimensions
Overall Height
Overall Width
Opening Height
Opening Width
Installed Depth
10.99 in (279 mm)
8.47 in (215 mm)
9.69 in (246 mm)
7.17 in (182 mm)
3.62 in (92 mm)
IW5, IW6, IW8 Specifications
Weight
Minimum Performance
Frequency Response (-3dB)
Power Handling (Program)
Sensitivity (1W @ 1m)
Electrical
Bass Switch
Tweeter Switch
Impedance / Voltage
Crossover Type
Terminations
Mechanical
Baffle Material
Mounting System
Grill Material
Swivel Tweeter
Paint Mask
Basket Material
Maximum Depth
Available Colors
1
5.25 in (134 mm)
Polypropylene
1
0.79 in (20 mm)
Treated cloth
Rubber
1
6.50 in (165 mm)
Polypropylene
1
0.79 in (20 mm)
Treated cloth
Rubber
1
8.00 in (203 mm)
Polypropylene
1
0.98 in (25 mm)
Treated cloth
Rubber
60 Hz - 20 kHz
60 W
87 dB
55 Hz - 20 kHz
75 W
89 dB
50 Hz - 20 kHz
125 W
89 dB
Yes
Yes
8 Ohm
2nd Order L-R
Spring Terminals
Yes
Yes
8 Ohm
2nd Order L-R
Spring Terminals
Yes
Yes
8 Ohm
2nd Order L-R
Spring Terminals
ABS
Toggle Clamps
Aluminum
Yes
Yes X2
Steel
3.93 in (100 mm)
White
ABS
Toggle Clamps
Aluminum
Yes
Yes X2
Steel
4.19 in (106 mm)
White
ABS
Toggle Clamps
Aluminum
Yes
Yes X2
Steel
4.42 in (112 mm)
White
IW5 IW6 IW8
12.43 in (316 mm)
9.54 in (242 mm)
11.13 in (282 mm)
8.24 in (242 mm)
3.88 in (99 mm)
14.47 in (368 mm)
11.02 in (280 mm)
13.17 in (335 mm)
9.72 in (247 mm)
4.11 in (105 mm)
The following table provides corrective action for possible trouble
situations. If further assistance is required, please contact a
Crestron customer service representative.
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TROUBLE
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
CORRECTIVE ACTION
No sound or
intermittent
sound from
speakers.
Cable connection
error.
Verify cable connections
between amplifier and
speakers.
Amplifier not receiving
input signal or amplifier
malfunction.
Verify amplifer is functioning
correctly, that it is receiving
an input signal and that
correct input source is
selected.
Faulty device in system. Verify all devices in system
are functioning properly.
Constant
noise such as
buzz, hum, or
hiss from
speakers.
System grounding fault.
Verify system grounding.
Poor low
frequency
output.
Incorrect polarity
connection at speaker.
Verify speaker connection
polarity (i.e. + on speaker to
+ on amplifier).
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Problem Solving
Troubleshooting
41° to 104° F (5° to 40° C)
10 to 90% RH (non-condensing, indoor use only)
3.4 lbs (1.5 kg)
4.1 lbs (1.8 kg) 5.0 lbs (2.3 kg)
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Adjustments
Opening
Width
Installed
Depth
Frequency Settings
Aiming the Tweeter
HF
- 0 +
LF
Front, Side, and Bottom Views (Typical)
Adjusting the high and low frequency range switch
settings (refer to illustration below) is largely a
matter of personal preference.
The settings produce the following results.
–: Reduces the selected range loudness
0: Loudness remains neutral
+: Increases the selected range loudness
The tweeter can be aimed toward the primary
listening position by gently pressing on the plastic
ring around the tweeter dome. (Refer to the
illustration above.)
Press
- 0 +
Overall
Height
Opening
Height
Overall
Width