Adept Audio IWLCR56 User manual

In-Wall Speaker Installation Manual
IWLCR56 • IWLCR66 • IW62

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Warranty - 3
What’s Included - 4
Speaker Cable Choice - 3
Speaker Placement - 5
Installing The Speakers - 6
Specications - 8
Troubleshooting - 10
Table of Contents
Thank you for buying Adept Audio In-Wall LCR Speakers. We believe that all of our loudspeakers sound really excellent.
And that’s because they’re designed and voiced by guys who have been focusing on architectural speakers for some of
the biggest brands over the last 30 years.
This manual provides all the necessary information for installation. If for any reason you experience problems or if you
have installation questions, please call us at [phone]. Hours of operation are 8:00am to 5:00pm (Pacic Time),
Monday through Friday.

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Warranty
Adept Audio warrants to the original end user only that our products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship,
provided the speaker was purchased from an Adept Audio authorized dealer. If the product is determined to be defective, it
will be repaired or replaced at Adept Audio’s discretion. If the product must be replaced yet it is no longer manufactured, it
will be replaced with a model of equal to or greater value that is the most similar to the original. If this is the case, installing the
replacement model may require mounting modications; Adept Audio will not be responsible for any such related costs.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
This warranty may not be valid if the product was purchased through an unauthorized dealer. This warranty only applies to
the individual that made the original purchase, and it cannot be applied to other purchases. The purchaser must be prepared
to provide proof of purchase (receipt). This warranty will not be valid if the identifying number or serial number has been
removed, defaced, or altered.
Requirements & Warranty Coverage
All warranties and warranty conditions are subject to change. Please refer to www.adept-audio.com for the latest information.
These conditions are not covered by warranty:
• Accidental damage
• Damage caused by abuse or misuse
• Damage caused by attempted repairs/modications by anyone other than Adept Audio or an authorized dealer
• Damage caused by improper installation
• Normal wear, maintenance, and environmental issues
• Damage caused by voltage inputs in excess of the rated maximum of the unit
• Damage inicted during the return shipment

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What’s Included
Tools You’ll Need
• Drywall Saw
• Speaker Wire
• Pencil
• Wire Stripper
• Measuring Tape
• Screwdriver
• Drill
• Drill Bit ”(3mm)
• Stiff Wire
• Stud Finder
• Fish Tape
• Spray Paint
• Compressed Air
Speaker Cable Choice
If you are running speaker cables through walls and ceilings, make sure your cables are CL3-rated for in-wall use. To
ensure the best performance from the speakers, use stranded speaker wire of the appropriate gauge for the length of the
wire run.
0 -100’ (0 - 30m): 16 gauge
50 - 150’ (15 - 45m):14 gauge
Over 100’ (30m): 12 gauge
Speaker • Manual • Template

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Speaker placement
IW62 Speaker
The IW62 can go be mounted practically anywhere in a wall, provided the existing infrastructure (vents, ducts, electrical,
joists, pipes, etc.) does not interfere with the speaker placement. If you’re running the IW62s in mono, simply position
them at a distance that provides adequate coverage of the space, typically with the speakers 10-15 feet apart. If you’re
running them in stereo, you may wish to install pairs of speakers with each speaker in the pair equal distant from where
people will most likely sit, and the speakers spaced about 10 feet apart.
IWLCR56 and IWLCR66 Speakers
In-wall LCR speakers need to be positioned near the screen. Typically the left and right front speakers will be oriented
vertically and installed 6 inches to 3 feet to either side of the screen. The center speaker is typically oriented horizontally,
and mounted to the middle of the screen, 6 inches to 1 foot below or above the screen. In a 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound
system, you can use whatever speakers you like: the IWLCR56 or IWLCR66 in-wall LCRs, the IW62 standard in-wall, or any
Adept Audio ceiling speakers.
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Listening Area
Figure 1
The speaker layout showing In-wall LCR speakers for front left, center and
right channels, and in wall for left and right surround channels. The further
you spread the front left and right speakers apart, the more spacious (but
less focused) the sound will be.
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LS RS

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Installing the Speakers
When you’ve decided on the locations for all of the speakers, use the template to trace a circle lightly in pencil where
each hole should be. (If you don’t have a template, check the Specications section for cutout sizes.) If you’re unsure on
whether there may be obstacles (such as pipes or wires) where you plan on installing the speaker, drill a 1/8 inch hole in
the center of the rectangle, then put a bent coat hanger through the hole to feel around. Use a keyhole or drywall saw to
cut the hole.
Painting the grilles
The grilles can be painted to match the color of walls or trim. The grille must be painted with spray paint, either from a
can or a sprayer. Before painting, carefully remove the thin cloth on the underside of the grille. Lightly spray the front of
the grille with the paint from a distance, being careful not to plug any of the holes. Diluting the paint with paint thinner
will lessen the risk of lling any holes. If a hole gets plugged, use a can of compressed air to open it. Once the paint is
dry, put the cloth back on the grille.
Connecting the speaker cables
To connect a speaker cable, rst strip ½ inch of insulation from each conductor of the cable, and lightly twist the
exposed strands between your ngers to make sure there are no stray strands sticking out. Be sure to connect the
positive half of the cable (usually marked with a line on the side, or sometimes with red or white insulating jacket) to the
positive speaker cable connector, which is marked with a red dot. Press down on the speaker cable connector until a
hole appears in the side, then insert the stripped end of the cable and release the connector. Repeat with the other half
of the cable. Give each cable a light tug to make sure it’s secure.

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Installing the speaker in hole
Once the speaker cable connections are made, lift the speaker into the hole in the wall, and push it against the wall so it ts
ush. Use a drill or screwdriver to tighten the mounting screws on the speaker’s front bafe. If you use a drill, select a lower
torque setting. Tighten the screws just enough so that the dogear clamps rmly against the wall and nothing rattles when
all the screws are tightened and you tap a couple of ngers rmly against the speaker’s front bafe.
Aiming the Tweeter
The IWLCR56 and IWLCR66 use a pivoting tweeter that can be pointed toward the listening area. To move the tweeter,
press lightly on the edge. Be careful not to touch the tweeter dome. Point the tweeter toward the primary listening seat.
Installing the Grille
Position the grille so it ts completely over the speaker, then press it against the speaker until the speaker’s integral
magnets grab hold of it.
Removing the Speaker
If you need to remove the speaker, rst remove the grille off by pulling on one edge of the grille until it comes loose, then
gently pulling the rest of the grille out. Now loosen the mounting screws until the dogears behind the speaker are all loose,
then pull the speaker free of the wall.

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Specications
IWLCR56
Dual 5” Injection-Molded Graphite
(IMG) Woofers
1” Pivoting Aluminum-Dome Tweeter
Power Handling: 100 Watts
Frequency Range: 60Hz-20kHz
Sensitivity: 90dB SPL, 1 W, 1 m (3.3 ft)
Impedance: 8 ohms
Speaker Cutout: 6 ” x 14 ”
(168 x 364mm)
Grille Dimensions: 7 ” x 15 ”
(200 x 396mm)
Mounting Depth: 3 ” (85mm)
IW62
6 ½” Polypropylene Woofer
1” Pivoting Silk-Dome Tweeter
Power Handling: 150 Watts
Frequency Range: 45Hz-20kHz
Sensitivity: 90dB SPL, 1 W, 1 m (3.3 ft)
Impedance: 6 ohms
Speaker Cutout: 7 ” x 11 ” (186 x 283mm)
Grille Dimensions: 8 ” x 12 ”
(219 x 316mm)
Mounting Depth: 3 ” (85mm)
IWLCR66
Dual 6 ½” Injection-Molded Graphite
(IMG) Woofers
1” Pivoting Aluminum-Dome Tweeter
Power Handling: 125 Watts
Frequency Range: 50Hz-20kHz
Sensitivity: 90dB SPL, 1 W, 1 m (3.3 ft)
Impedance: 8 ohms
Speaker Cutout: 6 ” x 14 ”
(168 x 364mm)
Grille Dimensions: 7 ” x 15 ”
(200 x 396mm)
Mounting Depth: 3 ” (85mm)

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Troubleshooting
No sound from all speakers: Make sure the amplier and source device (music streamer, CD player, Bluetooth receiver,
etc.) are turned on and music is playing. Check the connections between the source device and the amp to make sure
they are rmly connected and that the cables are in good condition. If all units are on and the connections are good, dis-
connect the AC cord from the amp, wait for 5 minutes, plug it back in and try again.
No sound from one speaker: Check the cable connections on the speaker and the amplier. If they are good, check the
connection from the source device to the amp, to make sure both stereo channels are connected. If all these connections
are good, twist the speaker to remove it from the bezel ring, then bring it down by the amp. If the speaker works, the
installed cable between the speaker and the amp is damaged and will have to be spliced or replaced. If the speaker still
doesn’t work with a direct cable to the amp (but other speakers connected to that amp do work), unplug the AC cable to
the amp, wait 5 minutes, then plug it back in and try the speaker again. If it still doesn’t work, contact Adept Audio.
Sound seems unfocused or bass is weak: Check the polarity of the speaker cable connections on the amp and the
speaker. The marked (or white or red) conductor of the cable should be connected to the positive (usually red) terminals
on the speaker and the amp. The unmarked (or black) conductor should be connected to the negative (usually black)
terminals on the speaker and the amp. If the polarity of a connection is wrong, reverse it and listen again.
If you have any questions or concerns about installing or using this product, you can reach us through one
of the following methods:
Phone: [phone]
Hours of operation: 8:00am - 5:00pm (Pacic Time), Mon - Fri
Email: [email protected]
If you are having technical trouble, please include the model number and briey explain what steps you took to resolve
the problem in your email, or be prepared to answer these questions over the phone. If you are considering returning the
product, it’s required that you contact Adept Audio prior to any return attempts. This way we can determine if the issue can
be resolved without returning the product, or if needed we can provide instructions and support for the return process.

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