Chrysalis Chrysalis IA-IWS1 User manual

Chrysalis II nstallAdvantage QUICK GUIDE FOR
INSTALLATION
InstaliAdvantage Se ries
IA·IWS1
In ·Wall Subwoofer
Congratulations on your Se/eClion 8nd pur chase of th e
Chrysalis IA·/WS1In·Wall
Subwoofef/ This product represents
the state of ffle 8rt design in In-Wall subwoofer technology,
and has been designed /0 provide you with '" listening
experjenr;e like no olher. The IA· /W$1 is part of the Chrysalis
Instal/Advantage Series of products and;s designed to be
used exclusively with th e IA - 400 Subwoofer Amplifier.
1] Carefully unpack the
box Check parts to
the following list
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IA - IWSI Subwoofer. .. .............. .....................1
2] Tools reqllired
- IA - IWSI Gr ille ... . ................ . ............ 1
- IA - IWSI Pa int Mask .................. .. ....... _ ............... .1
• IA · IWSI Wall Cutout Temp late ............ .. .. ......... 1
• IA· IW SI Wall Stud Anti·Vibration Pa ds .......................... 3
- IA-I WS I Wall Stud Mounting Screws ............................ 4
- IA-I WS I Ouick Guide .............................. In your hands!
- I A- I WS I Warranty Card ... .................................. , ... 1
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Wire cuners and stripper for your gauge wire
-
Stud sensor
-T ape measure
- Level
• Pen cil
• Dry wall knife and/or other tools to make dry wall
opening as necessary
• Aid for running wire
-/ 2 Phillips head screwdriver
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3] Choose the IA IWSI
location
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T he IA · IWSI is designed for installation into a sheetrocked
wall, between two wall studs spaced at IS ", It should be
mounted close to the floor. Avoid mounting the lA-1WSI where
its output will be blocked by furniture or home li xtures . Do not
mount the IA-I WSI in the same s tud space as l ig ht switches ,
wall power ou t le ts . or light fixtures .
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4] Set·up for the
pre·Installati on test
5] Cut wall holes
Determine the wire route, figure your wire gauge, measure
and terminate the wire. and hook up to the IA·400 amplifier
f
or test. Dependin g on length of wire. 10 to 18 AWG is
recommended . Push the EO bunon on the remote control in
order to test the unit. Anach anti-vibration pads to the sides of
the I A- IWSI.
Use the enclosed template lor cuning holes lor the IA-IWSI,

Chrysalis I QUICK GUIDE FOR INSTALLATION IA.IWS1
6] Run your wire In t he wall
7] Attach wire and connect
8] Hook up amplifier and
source again to test for
any nOises against
t he studs
R oute the wire from the I A-400 Amplifier to the IA-IWS I.
Remove IA-I WS I grille. Attach wire to the IA-I WS I input
terminals on the side of the unit.
To avoid da mage to your amplifier, be sure to maintain correct
polarity when making all connections - red (posi tive) to red
and bl a ck (negative) to black. Be sure all connections are tight,
that there are no loose strands or fraved wi r es.
9] InsertlA IWSI mtowall
and attach
10 J Pamt to match decor
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Set the IA-IWS I into opening and use drill to tighten the three
screws at lop and bottom of the subwoofer to engage the
sheetrock dogs. Use the four included wood screws to a tt ach
the subwoofer to the nearby studs through the four angled side
holes. Do not overtighten.
Protect the drivers wi th the paint mask and remove grille before
painting the baffle edge as well as the gr ille as necessary.
Carefully push the grille into groove on the front baffle of the
I A- IWSI. T he installation is now complete.
T est the installat ion with bass audio mat erial and check for
buzzes, rattles, air leaks and address accordingly.
Note: Consult the IA-400 amplifier manual for proper
set-up and usage , including auto- eq , presets, and system
integration
features.
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