PROFESSIONAL COLLECTION In-Ceiling Speakers PC50 PC80 PC60 PCSUB8 Installation Manual PC50, PC60, PC80, PCSUB8
Professional Collection Manual Table of Contents Introduction 1 Certifications & Safety Agency 1 What’s Included 2 Specifications 2 Product Features 3 70v/100v System 4 Speaker Placement 5 Speaker Wire 6 Wire Routing 6 Painting The Grille 7 Installation 8 Drop Ceiling Installation 10 Troubleshooting 12 Technical Assistance 12 Warranty 13 Return Process 13
Professional Collection Manual Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Professional Collection speaker. All of Origin Acoustics’ speakers are designed to have excellent sound quality, longevity, and a simple installation process. This instruction booklet covers the necessary information for a smooth installation, including: the tools you will need, step-by-step instructions for installation, troubleshooting tips for any errors that may occur, and all warranty information.
Professional Collection Manual What’s Included • Speaker • Cut-out Template • Grille • Tile Bridge (Optional) • Installation Manual SPECIFICATIONS MODEL* PC80 PC60 PART SPC80000B, SPC80000W SPC60000B, SPC60000W PC50 SPC50000B, SPC50000W Woofer 8” IMPP 6 1/2” IMPP 5 1/4” IMPP Tweeter 1” Silk DSPD™ MMP™ 1” Silk DSPD™ MMP™ 3/4” Silk DSPD™ MMP™ Power Handling (Program Power) 120 Watts 80 Watts 60 Watts Power Handling (Continuous Pink Noise) 60 Watts 40 Watts 30 Watts Frequency Respons
Professional Collection Manual Product Features Enclosure Transformer Tap and Bypass Switch Multi-Motion High Excursion Pivoting™ Tweeter Magnetic Grille 201.2mm 7.92in Safety Bracket 4-Pin Terminal Connector Conduit Clamp 254.6mm 10.02in *All product information is subject to change. Please refer to www.originacoustics.com for the latest information.
Professional Collection Manual 70V/100V System 70/100-Volt systems are advantageous when the design calls for multiple speakers from the same amplifier and/or long-distance wire runs. The Origin Acoustics 70V/100V loudspeakers feature multiple taps off the transformer adjusted by a rotary switch at the front side of the speaker. The higher the wattage selected the more output will be generated by the speaker. Please note, 70V is common in the U.S.
Professional Collection Manual Wiring Diagram Speaker Placement Speaker placement is determined by several factors like desired SPL, coverage requirements, variance in SPL by location, etc. When the objective is to fill a large area with very little variance (+/- 2dB), then a larger number of speakers are required. Typically, once the number of speakers has been determined, placing them equidistant from the walls and from each other will deliver the best result.
Professional Collection Manual Speaker Wire The gauge of wire used can have an impact on the performance of your speakers. Generally, speaker wire is determined by the length of the run and wattage utilized. The longer your run is, the smaller the wire gauge must be. On commercial 70 volt systems, 18 gauge, 2 conductor, stranded and jacketed without shield wire is commonly used.
Professional Collection Manual Painting the Grille In some situations the speakers may look better if the color matched the walls, ceiling, or trim in the room. This can be accomplished by painting the grille. The grille must be painted with spray paint, and most hardware stores will mix a can of paint to match whatever color you need. Before painting, carefully remove the thin cloth on the underside of the grille.
Professional Collection Manual Installation 1. Cut a hole in the drywall using the supplied cutout template (See figure A) Figure A 2. Connect the wires from your amplifier to the male terminal connector at the rear of speaker. Strip approximately 3/16” (5mm) of the insulation off each wire. Insert the wire into the correct square opening on the connector. Use a small flat head screwdriver to tighten the corresponding screw to secure the wire. (See Figure B & C). Figure B Figure C 3.
Professional Collection Manual 4. Make sure all the dog leg (L-shaped) clamps on the speaker are in the upright position and facing to the side, not outwards. Insert the speaker into the hole. Turn the four screws so that the dog legs face outwards and continue turning until they clamp down on the ceiling. When you feel resistance, stop tightening the screws. If you need to remove the speaker, turn the screws in the opposite direction. (See Figure F) Figure F Figure G 7. Fit the grille onto the speaker.
Professional Collection Manual Drop Ceiling Installation The Tile Bridge, consisting of C-bracket and rails, should be used in suspended ceiling installations involving acoustic ceiling tile 2’ x 2’ or 2’ x 4’. The Tile Bridge can also be used in installations when the speakers are mounted into material that will not support their weight. Insert the two rails and C-bracket through the hole you have cut, mounting them as shown.
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Professional Collection Manual Troubleshooting If you have a problem, try isolating it first. For example, if you’re playing a DVD and there is no sound, try replacing the DVD with another audio source to see if you get sound. If it does work, then the problem is with the television, DVD player, or the cables connecting them. If it doesn’t work, the problem will be with the amplifier, speakers, or those cables. Problem Possible Cause No Sound The volume may be turned down or muted.
Professional Collection Manual Limited 5-Year Warranty Origin Acoustics warrants to the original retail purchaser only that this Origin Acoustics product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship, provided the speaker was purchased from an Origin Acoustics authorized dealer. If the product is determined to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced at Origin Acoustics’ discretion.
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