Ecler VIC6 User manual

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VIC SERIES
CEILING LOUDSPEAKERS
Versatile ceiling loudspeakers
USER MANUAL

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INDEX
1. IMPORTANT REMARK .......................................................................................................... 3
2. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................. 3
3. IMPORTANT NOTE ................................................................................................................ 5
4. INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................... 5
4.1 VIC6................................................................................................................................................. 5
4.2 VIC6X .............................................................................................................................................. 6
4.3 VIC8................................................................................................................................................. 6
4.4 VIC8X .............................................................................................................................................. 6
4.5 VICSB8 ........................................................................................................................................... 6
4.6 VICSB8X ........................................................................................................................................ 7
5. CABLE CONNECTIONS ......................................................................................................... 7
5.1. BACK CAN CONNECTIONS................................................................................................... 8
6. LOCATION AND MOUNTING............................................................................................... 9
7. PAINTING...............................................................................................................................10
8. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS .....................................................................................11

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1. IMPORTANT REMARK
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING (If applicable): The terminals marked with symbol of “ ” may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. The external wiring connected
to the terminals requires installation by an instructed person or the use of ready-made
leads or cords.
WARNING:To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or
moisture.
WARNING:An apparatus with Class I construction shall be connected to a mains
socket-outlet with a protective earthing connection.
2. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.

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8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at the
plugs, convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Unplug the apparatus during lightening sorts or when unused for long periods of
time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.
14. Disconnecting from mains: Switching off the POWER switch all the functions
and light indicators of the amplifier will be stopped, but fully disconnecting the
device from mains is done unplugging the power cord from the mains input
socket. For this reason, it always shall remain readily operable.
15. Equipment is connected to a socket-outlet with earthing connection by means of
a power cord.
16. The marking information is located at the bottom of apparatus.
17. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on apparatus.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
WARNING:This product must not be discarded, under any circumstance, as
unsorted urban waste. Take to the nearest electrical and electronic waste
treatment centre.
NEEC AUDIO BARCELONA, S.L. accepts no liability for any damage that may be
caused to people, animal or objects due to failure to comply with the warnings above.

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3. IMPORTANT NOTE
Thank you for choosing our VIC series versatile ceiling loudspeakers!
It is VERY IMPORTANT to carefully read this manual and to fully understand its
contents before any connection in order to maximize your use and get the best
performance from this equipment.
To ensure optimal operation of this device, we strongly recommend that its maintenance
be carried out by our authorised Technical Services.
Our VIC Series loudspeakers have a 1 year warranty
4. INTRODUCTION
Ecler's line of VIC ceiling loudspeakers features a careful selection of components in a
user-friendly design that seeks speed and versatility of installation on any surface, while
maintaining excellent sound quality.
The addition of a transformer in all the series allows the maximum versatility of the unit,
being able to be used in an intuitive way both in low impedance applications and in line
of 100V/70V.
The transducers used for the reproduction of low and medium frequencies are made of
polypropylene which ensures excellent stability of the component over time and
protects it from environmental factors such as heat and humidity.
The VIC series includes 6 models: VIC6, VIC6X, VIC8, VIC8X, VICSB8 and VICSB8X. All
models are supplied in packs of 2 units. The technical specifications of each are
described below:
4.1 VIC6
•2-way false ceiling loudspeaker
•6,5” polypropylene woofer
•0,5” tweeter steerable
•Output 40WRMS@8Ω
•100V/70V in-line connection: 40 / 20 / 10 / 5 / 2,5W
•Sensitivity (1W/1m): 89 dB SPL
•Dimensions (ØxD): 232x105mm
•Weight: 1.8kg

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4.2 VIC6X
•VIC6 loudspeaker with plastic back cover (back can) included
•Includes tile bridge anchors for false ceiling mounting
•100V/70V line power selector: 40 / 20 / 10 / 5 / 2,5W.
•Dimensions (ØxD): 232x170mm
•Weight: 2.3kg
4.3 VIC8
•2-way false ceiling loudspeaker
•8” polypropylene woofer
•0,5” tweeter steerable
•Output 60WRMS@8Ω
•100V/70V in-line connection: 60 / 30 / 15 / 7,5 / 3,75W
•Sensitivity (1W/1m): 88 dB SPL
•Dimensions (ØxD): 282x115mm
•Weight: 2.3kg
4.4 VIC8X
•VIC8 loudspeaker with plastic back cover (back can) included
•Includes tile bridge anchors for false ceiling mounting
•100V/70V line power selector: 60 / 30 / 15 / 7,5 / 3,75W
•Dimensions (ØxD): 282x200mm
•Weight: 3.1kg
4.5 VICSB8
•False Ceiling Subwoofer Unit
•8” polypropylene woofer
•Output 80WRMS@8Ω
•100V/70V in-line connection: 60 / 30 / 15 / 7.5 / 3,75W
•Sensitivity (1W/1m): 87 dB SPL
•Crossover included
•Dimensions (ØxD): 282x135mm
•Weight: 3.2kg

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4.6 VICSB8X
•VICSB8 subwoofer unit loudspeaker with plastic back cover (back can) included
•Includes tile bridge anchors for false ceiling mounting
•100V/70V line power selector: 60 / 30 / 15 / 7,5 / 3,75W
•Dimensions (ØxD): 282x200mm
•Weight: 3.9kg
Each model in the series incorporates a protective paintable front circular grille that can
be mounted using magnets and dismounted using the hook supplied. Be careful not to
damage the loudspeaker when removing the grille.
Two optional accessories are available for the VIC series:
•AVICSG: square grille with magnetic mounting. Compatible with all models
•AVICCAN6L / AVICCAN8L: 6” or 8” low-profile back can, compatible with VIC6
and VIC8/ VICSB8, respectively.
5. CABLE CONNECTIONS
The connection terminals for the models VIC6, VIC8 and VICSB8 are of the connection
strip type for stripped cable. Connect the cables depending on the output impedance of
the amplifier, as follows:
•High impedance: between the grey (common) terminal and one of the other
terminals, depending on the desired power:
VIC6
VIC8 and VICSB8
70V
100V
70V
100V
Brown
40W
Not
available
60W
Not
available-
White
20W
40W
30W
60W
Green
10W
20W
15W
30W
Blue
5W
10W
7.5W
15W
Yellow
2.5W
5W
3.75W
7.5W
•Low impedance (8Ω): between the black and white terminals (negative and
positive, respectively)

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For the VIC6X, VIC8X and VICSB8X models the terminals available in the back cover are
pressure clamp for stripped cable. Once connected, it is enough to select the working
mode and power of the unit by acting on the selector by means of a flat screwdriver.
VIC6X VIC8X / VICSB8X
The VIC range is supplied as standard with the switch in the 100V/70V
position. If you accidentally connect the system to low impedance 8Ω, it will
not cause any damage to the loudspeaker but it will perform well below its
performance. If you accidentally connect the loudspeaker to a 100V/70V
network in the 8Ωposition it will be severely damaged.
Note: if the loudspeaker is used in installations at 70V, the corresponding powers for
the 100V position will be reduced to half. In the case of installations at 50V, to a quarter.
5.1. BACK CAN CONNECTIONS
To connect the AVICCAN6L and AVICCAN8L (optional back cover) follow these steps:
1. Disconnect the black and white wires from the VIC loudspeaker that connect the
transformer output (red and black wires) to the connection terminals at 8Ω

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2. Connect each AVICCAN cable to the speaker connection terminals, each with its
corresponding color. The two shortest cables (black and white) correspond to
the 8Ωconnection
6. LOCATION AND MOUNTING
The installation of each unit is easily carried out by means of the 4 built-in rotating tabs.
For the correct installation of the product it is necessary to foresee the realization of
circular holes in the places destined to its location as well as the suitable wiring for each
unit.
Below are the steps to follow for a correct installation:
1. Remove the protective grille from the unit using the supplied hook.
2. Make a circular hole in the false ceiling. To facilitate this, a cutting/painting
template is supplied with each unit. Once separated into two parts, the external
part can be used as a template to mark the hole in the ceiling, while the internal
disc can be used to protect the speaker cone if you wish to paint the plastic part
in another colour.
3. Make the connection of the existing cables in the installation with the unit by
means of the terminals or the pressure clamps.
4. Insert the loudspeaker into the hole drilled. Hold the unit with one hand and
insert it into position taking care that the 4 rotating tabs are in the retracted
position.
5. Tighten each of the 4 screws accessible from the front of the unit. The
loudspeaker will then be fixed in its final position.
6. Point the tweeter to the desired direction

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7. Place the protective grille.
7. PAINTING
The VIC series is ready to be painted, so that its installation is feasible whatever the
aesthetic criteria of the enclosure to which it is intended for use. The colour available
from the factory is white, RAL 9010.
It is recommended to separate the grille from the loudspeaker, and to paint them
separately, taking care that the small holes in the grille are not obstructed. Use suitable
air-drying paints.

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8. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
VIC6
VIC6X
VIC8
VIC8X
VICSB8
VICSB8X
Nominal low impedance
8Ω8Ω8Ω
RMS power
40W 60W 80W
100V Transformer Taps
40 / 20 / 10 / 5W 60 / 30 / 15 / 7.5W 60 / 30 / 15 / 7.5W
70V Transformer Taps
40 / 20 / 10 / 5 /
2.5W
60 / 30 / 15 / 7.5 /
3.75W
60 / 30 / 15/ 7.5 /
3.75W
Frequency response 50Hz – 20kHz 35Hz – 20kHz
35Hz – 2kHz
(with crossover)
Sensitivity 1W/1m
89dB 88dB 87dB
External diameter 232mm 282mm 282mm
Internal diameter 205mm 245mm 245mm
Recommended cut out
diameter 206mm 246mm 246mm
Required depth
108mm 170mm 115mm 200mm 135mm 200mm
Weight
1.8kg 2.3kg 2.3kg 3.1kg 3.2kg 3.9kg
Back Can
- Yes - Yes - Yes
Tile bridge
- Yes - Yes - Yes

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All product characteristics are subject to variation due to production tolerances.
NEEC AUDIO BARCELONA S.L. reserves the right to make changes or improvements in the design or
manufacturing that may affect these product specifications.
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