Cerwin-Vega CVE Series User manual

WALL/CEILING MOUNT
Instruction Manual (English)
FOR CVE-SERIES SPEAKERS

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Read all operating instructions and safety information in this manual before
using the accessory.
Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in personal injury or
damage to the speaker or other property.
Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................................................................................... 3
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................................ 4
Example Use............................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Supplied Parts and Hardware ................................................................................................................................................. 6
Mounting Instructions ............................................................................................................................................................ 7
Warranty ............................................................................................................................................................................... 14
How to Obtain Warranty Service .......................................................................................................................................... 16

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
All warnings should be read and followed.
Retain this user manual for future reference.
It is essential that this accessory is firmly secured to the wall/ceiling. Consult a qualified source for selection of proper
installation fasteners. It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that this accessory is installed securely.
Cerwin-Vega cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper use of this accessory.

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Introduction
Congratulations! Welcome to the Cerwin-Vega family! You’ve joined a growing group of audio professionals who have
turned to Cerwin-Vega for the most advanced audio reproduction systems available. All Cerwin-Vega products are
thoroughly tested to ensure that they meet or exceed our performance specifications. Backed by the best service in the
industry, Cerwin-Vega is dedicated to quality and reliability. For a complete overview of Cerwin-Vega products and
services, visit www.cerwin-vega.com
The wall/ceiling mount for CVE-series speakers was designed to allow installation of a CVE-10, CVE-12, or CVE-15 on a wall
or ceiling. It allows the speaker angle to be adjusted 90° from center in either direction in 22.5° increments.

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Example Use
Ceiling Mount
Wall Mount

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Supplied Parts and Hardware
Before starting assembly, please inspect the contents to confirm that all of the items below are included and
undamaged. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact Gibson Customer Service. Never use damaged parts.
❶Upper U-Channel - 1 piece
❷Lower U-Channel - 1 piece
❸Speaker Bracket - 2 pieces
❹M5 x 20mm screw
- 4 pieces
❺M5 washer
- 8 pieces
❻M5 nut
- 4 pieces
❼Thumbscrew
- 4 pieces

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Mounting Instructions
Step 1 – Remove the handles on the back of the speaker by using a 4mm hex wrench to loosen the screws. (Note: the
CVE-10 does not have an upper handle; instead, remove the Cerwin-Vega plate as shown below.)
CVE-12 and CVE-15
CVE-10

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Mounting Instructions (continued)
Step 2– Using the screws from Step 1, secure the Speaker Brackets (❸) to the locations from which the handles were
removed.
❸

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Mounting Instructions (continued)
Step 3– Use the screws (❹), washers (❺), and nuts (❻) to secure the Upper U-Channel (❶) and Lower U-Channel
(❷) together.Make sure that the pieces are assembled in the position that fits your speaker.
❶
❷
❻
❺
❺
❹
CVE-10
CVE-12
CVE-15

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Mounting Instructions (continued)
Step 4– Drill holes in the wall or ceiling according to the hole pattern below. Install the U-channels using
screws/anchors suitable for your installation.
It is essential that this accessory is firmly secured to the wall/ceiling. Consult a qualified source for selection of proper
installation fasteners. It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that this accessory is installed securely.

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Mounting Instructions (continued)
Step 5– Secure the speaker onto the U-channels by installing the Thumbscrews (❼) through the top and bottom
Speaker Brackets.
❼

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Mounting Instructions (continued)
Step 6 –Install a Thumbscrew (❼) though each of the Speaker Brackets to secure the speaker at the desired angle.

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Mounting Instructions (continued)
Step 7 –It is recommended to use safety cables to attach the speaker to the mounting bracket. Safety cables can be
attached to the extra holes in the U-channels and unused holes in the Speaker Brackets.
Attach safety cable here.
Attach safety cable here.

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Warranty
Thank you for choosing one of Gibson Pro Audio’s brands (Stanton, KRK, or Cerwin-Vega).
Your satisfaction is extremely important to us. We proudly stand behind the quality of our work and appreciate that you
put your trust in us. Registering your merchandise will help us guarantee that you are kept up to date on our latest
advances.
To Register Merchandise Purchased from an Authorized Gibson Pro Audio Dealer in the U.S.:
Please go to: http://www.gibson.com and register online.
Or you may send your warranty card to:
Gibson Customer Service
309 Plus Park Blvd.
Nashville, TN 37217
If you have any questions you may contact customer service at:
1-800-4GIBSON (1-800-444-2766)
e-mail: [email protected]
FOR MERCHANDISE PURCHASED FROM AN AUTHORIZED GIBSON PRO AUDIO DISTRIBUTOR OUTSIDE OF THE US, PLEASE
CONTACT THE DISTRIBUTOR FROM WHOM YOU PURCHASED YOUR MERCHANDISE FOR TO REGISTER YOUR WARRANTY
AND FOR HANDLING AND RESOLUTION OF ALL WARRANTY-RELATED ISSUES.
Gibson Pro Audio Warranty
If at any time your Gibson Pro Audio product (which includes Stanton, KRK, or Cerwin-Vega brands) malfunctions as a
result of faulty materials or workmanship, Gibson Pro Audio or one of Gibson Pro Audio’s Authorized Service Centers in
the US will repair the defect(s) or replace the merchandise as it deems appropriate at its sole discretion.
Warranty Period (from date of Purchase as listed on the Bill of Sale):
Stanton
One (1) year for all Stanton products
KRK
Three (3) years for all studio monitors
One (1) year for all headphones and computer audio devices, including room-correction devices
Cerwin-Vega
Five (5) years for all passive speaker systems
Three (3) years for all active speaker systems
Three (3) years for all mixers
Gibson will warrant all replacement parts and repairs for ninety (90) days from the date of original shipment.
In the unlikely event that your merchandise is destroyed, lost, or damaged beyond repair while in the possession of Gibson
or one of Gibson Pro Audio’s Authorized Service Centers for repair, Gibson will replace that merchandise with one of the
same or most similar style of a value not more than the original purchase price of your merchandise. Any insurance
covering the merchandise, including but not limited to collector's value insurance, must be carried by the owner at the
owner's expense.
For the fastest and safest merchandise return, please use the original shipping carton and packaging materials. Gibson
cannot be responsible for any damages incurred during the shipping process due to poor or inadequate packing.

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THIS WARRANTY IS EXTENDED TO THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER ONLY AND MAY NOT BE TRANSFERRED OR ASSIGNED
TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS. TO VALIDATE YOUR WARRANTY, AND AS A CONDITION PRECEDENT TO WARRANTY COVERAGE
HEREUNDER, YOU MUST REGISTER YOUR WARRANTY WITHIN FIFTEEN (15) DAYS FOLLOWING THE ORIGINAL DATE OF
PURCHASE. YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE OR SALES RECEIPT MUST ACCOMPANY ALL REQUESTS FOR WARRANTY
COVERAGE.
This warranty is subject to the following limitations:
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER
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with or altered.
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5. Shipping damage of any kind.
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has been performed.
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OR BUSINESS OR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE MERCHANDISE, WHETHER IN CONTRACT
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DAMAGES, AND GIBSON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY EXPENSES, CLAIMS, OR SUITS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO
ANY OF THE FOREGOING.
FOR MERCHANDISE PURCHASED FROM AN AUTHORIZED GIBSON PRO AUDIO DISTRIBUTOR OUTSIDE OF THE US, PLEASE
CONTACT THE DISTRIBUTOR FROM WHOM YOU PURCHASED YOUR MERCHANDISE FOR THE HANDLING AND RESOLUTION
OF ALL WARRANTY ISSUES. FOR THESE PURCHASES, THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED WARRANTY IS NOT APPLICABLE.

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How to Obtain Warranty Service
Warranty service outside the United States
To initiate a warranty repair, please contact the Authorized Gibson Pro Audio distributor from whom you purchased your
merchandise and follow the distributor’s return/warranty policy.
Warranty service for merchandise purchased from an authorized Gibson Pro Audio dealer in the U.S.
In the event of malfunction of your Gibson Pro Audio merchandise, the Dealer or Owner must call Customer Service at 1-
800-4GIBSON (1-800-444-2766), and obtain a Return Authorization number from the customer service agent. No
merchandise may be returned to Gibson without such prior Return Authorization, and the Return Authorization number
must be written on the outside of the shipping package. The Customer Service agent will provide the address and
additional shipping instructions. The owner must ship the merchandise with freight and insurance pre-paid to the address
provided by the customer service representative. Only Authorized Gibson Pro Audio Service Centers may perform
warranty service; any service performed by unauthorized persons will void this warranty. Gibson disclaims liability for
defects or damage caused by services performed by unauthorized persons or non-warranty service not performed by
Gibson or an Authorized Gibson Pro Audio Service Center.
When contacting Gibson, you must include a complete written description of the malfunction of the merchandise. If non-
warranty work is required or recommended, a quotation will be issued that must be approved by you before any non-
warranty work is commenced. You should consider quotations obtained for non-warranty work immediately and advise
the Authorized Gibson Pro Audio Service Center or Gibson of your decision. You are not required to purchase non-
warranty work in order to obtain service on materials covered by this warranty. Following its inspection of merchandise
upon its arrival, Gibson or the Authorized Gibson Pro Audio Service Center will advise you or your dealer of the
approximate date of completion. The repaired merchandise or part will be returned to you or your dealer, freight collect
insured.
No representative or other person is authorized to assume for Gibson any liability except as stated in this warranty. This
warranty gives you specific rights which vary from state to state and country to country.
For further information, write
Customer Service Dept.,
Gibson Customer Service
309 Plus Park Blvd.
Nashville, TN 37217
Or call
1-800-4GIBSON (1-800-444-2766)