Revel ® IW70/IW90 In-Wall Loudspeakers Owner’s Manual
DOCUMENTATION CONVENTIONS This document contains general safety, installation and operation instructions for the Revel® Performa™ IW70/IW90 in-wall loudspeakers. It is important to read this document before attempting to use these products. Pay particular attention to safety instructions. WARNING! Calls attention to a procedure, practice, condition or the like that, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in injury or death.
REVEL® PERFORMA™ IW70/IW90 IN-WALL LOUDSPEAKERS HIGHLIGHTS Since 1996, the Revel name has stood for the best in loudspeaker design and performance. Backed by Harman International’s extensive research and design facilities, Revel loudspeakers benefit from cutting-edge development tools such as: • The IW90 features a 3-1/2" (90mm) midrange with an MCC cone for low-coloration, wide-dispersion midrange reproduction.
INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS HIGH-FREQUENCY-LEVEL CONTROL • Loudspeaker accuracy and placement The high-frequency-level control allows for fine-tuning of the tweeter output level. This three-position switch provides the listener with the ability to adjust the highfrequency range for various acoustical environments. • Listening-room acoustics The high-frequency-level control has three positions: But not all listening spaces can accommodate the ideal conditions for these two factors.
Right Front Channel Subwoofer (optional) Left Front Channel Left Front Channel Right Front Channel Subwoofer (optional) Center Channel (above or below video screen) Couch Couch Right Surround Channel Left Surround Channel Figure 2: IW70/IW90 in-wall loudspeaker placement – 2-channel stereo IW70/IW90 IN-WALL LOUDSPEAKER PLACEMENT – HOME THEATER Before installing the loudspeakers, survey the listening area, keeping the following points in mind and using Figures 3 and 4 as guides: • For front-channel u
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS The Performa Series in-wall speakers were designed to be simple to install. However, if you are unable to clearly and fully understand and follow the instructions in this manual, or if you are unsure of your ability to properly install these loudspeakers, please contact your Revel dealer or a qualified installer. Each loudspeaker comes with an integral wall-mounting system, designed for installation in the wallboard between the studs or rafters using the supplied hardware.
CAUTION! Be sure to comply with local wiring codes. Harman International Industries, Incorporated, is not responsible for any damages or injuries that may result from faulty wiring.
4. Connect the speaker wires to the speaker. Ensure that the polarity of each connection is correct. 5. Ensure that all six locking tabs are properly positioned against the locking-tab stops, located on the speaker frame. Locking Tab Carefully place the frame assembly into the wall, ensuring that there is no more than 1/8" play between the frame and the wall cutout. 7. Attach the metal grille and logo.
LOUDSPEAKER OUTPUT LEVELS High-order filters result in steep cutoffs to reduce potential damage from “out-of-band” frequencies. Combined with custom-designed transducers and high-quality filter network components, this approach helps the IW70 and IW90 loudspeakers to maintain their performance under extreme operating conditions. However, all loudspeakers have limits when it comes to continuous playback. To extend these limits, avoid playback at volume levels that result in distorted or strained sound.
SPECIFICATIONS Specification Frequency Response (2π anechoic) IW70 IW90 40Hz* – 40kHz +/–3dB 32Hz* – 40kHz +/–3dB 15 – 150 Watts 15 – 200 Watts 87dB 89dB Recommended Amplifier Power Range Sensitivity (2.
LIMITED WARRANTY A valid serial number is required for warranty coverage. This Revel warranty protects the original retail purchaser for a period of five (5) years (parts and labor) from any failure as a result of original manufacturing defects, so long as: Service will pay return shipping charges within the United States only in the event that the product is found to be defective, as mentioned above. There are other stipulations that may apply to shipping charges. 1.
Revel, the Revel logo and Performa are trademarks of Harman International Industries, Incorporated, in the United States and/or other countries. Features, specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice. For customer service and product shipment information, go to www.revelspeakers.com. Part No. 406-000-06002-E ©2009 Harman International Industries, Incorporated. All rights reserved.
