Acclaim™ 5 Series OutBack Outdoor Loudspeaker Installation Manual
INTRODUCTION Introduction Thank you for selecting the Russound Acclaim 5 Series Outdoor Speakers. Like all Russound speakers, they combine acoustic technology with durability and will provide years of musical enjoyment. The Acclaim 5 Series line provides solutions for background music and dedicated music listening. They combine premium acoustic materials with advanced drivers to deliver exceptional performance in every application.
SPEAKER ASSEMBLY Mounting bracket End cap Mounting knob Speaker Grille Bookshelf foot option Speaker assembly Painting the speaker The bracket has screw slots to accommodate both wall and pole installation options. The speaker sits in the speaker bracket's "C" openings and is pivoted into place and secured with the mounting knobs. End caps provide a cosmetic covering over the bracket's attach points. The speaker mounting bracket, enclosure, end caps, and grille can be painted.
WIRING INFO Speaker cable Prewiring The amount of wire needed varies with speaker placement. Label speaker wires with left, right, and location. Run a separate 2-conductor stranded copper speaker cable of at least 16 AWG (1.5 mm) from the amplifier to each speaker. Be sure to use cable with the appropriate fire resistance rating for the application. Use Russound AW series speaker cable or any reputable brand of 16 to 12 gauge multi-stranded wiring for amplifier- to-speaker connections.
INSTALLING THE BRACKET ON WALL SURFACE Installing the mounting bracket The speaker can be installed horizontally or vertically. For a horizontal installation, install the mounting bracket with its end "C" slots at the top. Also, when installing the speaker outdoors in the horizontal position, locate the mounting bracket high enough so the front of the speaker will point down toward the listening area. Note: The bracket must be securely attached to the mounting surface.
INSTALLING THE BRACKET ON POLE / SHELF FOOT Installing the mounting bracket on a pole The speaker can be installed horizontally or vertically on a pole with up to 1" (2.54 cm) inner diameter with two standard 5/16 x 1-3/8 x 1/2" U-bolts with 5/16-18" threads. For a horizontal installation, install the mounting bracket with its end "C" slots at the top.
INSTALLING THE BOOKSHELF FOOT Installing the bookshelf foot The bookshelf foot attaches to one end of the speaker, holding the unit in a vertical position. 1. Align the foot over the end screw on the bottom of the speaker. 2. Snug the foot up to the speaker and secure with the mounting knob. 3. For a clean look, place the other mounting knob over the other end screw. Mounting knob holds foot in place Attaching foot to bottom of speaker Bookshelf foot on bottom of speaker Rev.
ATTACH THE SPEAKER Attaching the speaker to the bracket 1. Thread the knobs halfway into the ends of the speaker, leaving about ¼ inch (6 mm) of their threads exposed. 2. Slip the knob threads into the "C" slots in the mounting bracket. 3. Rotate the speaker to show the terminals. Connecting the speaker 1. Strip 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) off the end of the cable jacket. Then strip ½ inch (1.3 cm) of insulation off each wire. 2.
CONNECT TO AMPLIFIER / TROUBLESHOOTING Connecting the amplifier Troubleshooting Guide 1. Make sure the amplifier is turned off. 2. Strip 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) off the end of each cable’s outer jacket. Then strip just enough insulation off each wire to allow inserting the wires fully into the amplifier’s speaker terminals. 3. Twist the wire strands together so there are no strands separated from the bundle. 4. Connect the wires to the speaker terminals, being sure to observe proper polarity. 5.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 10 Model: Description: Woofer: Tweeter: Mounting Options: Dimensions: Terminals: Grille: Bracket: Bookshelf foot: Recommended Power: Sensitivity: Frequency Response: Nominal Impedance: Unit Weight: 5B45 2-way Outdoor Loudspeaker Pair 4" (100 mm) IMPP cone 1" (25 mm) Teteron™ Bookshelf foot, pole, flat or corner surface 9.5" x 6.25" x 6.25" (24.13 x 15.87 x 15.87 cm) 12 gauge spring terminal Aluminum Aluminum Yes 10 - 100 watts RMS 88 dB SPL (2.
WARRANTY All Russound Acclaim 5 Series Speaker products are guaranteed against all defects in materials and workmanship for five (5) years from the date of purchase. Proof of Purchase must accompany all claims. During the warranty period Russound will replace any defective part and correct any defect in workmanship without charge for either parts or labor. This Warranty Does Not Cover: • Damage caused by abuse, accident, misuse, negligence, or improper operation (installation).
Acclaim™ 5 Series OutBack Outdoor Loudspeaker Installation Manual Models: 5B45, 5B55, 5B65, 5B65S ©2010 Russound. All rights reserved. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Russound is not responsible for typographical errors or omissions. Russound, Inc. 5 Forbes Road, Newmarket, NH 03857 tel 603.659.5170 • fax 603.659.5388 email: tech@russound.com www.russound.com 28-1349 Rev.
