Emphasys IW85 Assembly instructions

Installer's Guide
I n - Wa l l S p e a k e r s
from EMPHASYS are designed and
built to the highest standards of in-
tegrity for superior durability and
power handling. The IW85 offers an
8” aluminum woofer and pivoting 1”
aluminum dome tweeter for thunder-
ing bass, detailed highs and awesome
projection. The IW67 has a 61⁄2" alumi-
num woofer and 1" aluminum dome
tweeter. Additionally, these models are
equipped with boost switches for bass
and treble, making it possible to tune
the speaker response to room acous-
tics and listener preferences. The
other models in the series offer com-
binations of soft dome tweeters and
polypropylene woofers for smooth,
lifelike response. For home theater
and distributed stereo, in rooms
large or small, the In-Wall Series from
EMPHASYS has it covered.
Positioning the Speakers
EMPHASYS In-Wall speakers can be used in any
position of a home theater speaker system. A
single speaker can be used for the front center
channel, or a pair can be used for left and right
at the front or rear in the system.
The In-Wall Speaker as a
Center Channel
In-Wall speakers are designed to blend
seamlessly with other EMPHASYS speakers and
accessories, and to fill the specific needs of
any configuration. To use the In-Wall speaker for the center channel, be sure to install
it directly above (or below) the TV. Preferably, it should be flush with the screen. The
performance of the entire system will be enhanced if the center channel is aligned as
closely as possible with the horizontal plane of the front left and right speakers.
Using In-Walls as Left and Right Speakers
The In-Wall speaker, when used in the front left and right positions, should preferably
be installed in vertical orientation with the tweeter above the woofer. To install the
speakers horizontally, be sure the tweeters are located toward the center of the sound
field, with the respective left and right tweeters nearest the TV.
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3. Mark the hole. A template for setting the hole is provided in
the box (as are two paint mask inserts). Position the template in
the desired position and outline it on the wall using a pencil.
4. Cut the hole. CAUTION: This is the most important part of the
installation. If you aren’t certain whether there are any obstruc-
tions in the desired mounting area, use a drywall saw to cut a
small hole at the center of the spot you’ve outlined. Cut at a 45°
angle toward the inside of the hole (See Diagram 3). You can use
the piece to fill the hole again, if obstructions are found.
Once the mounting location is deemed to be free of obstruc-
tions, cut the outline at a 90° angle relative to the surface of the
wall.
5. If the area in the wall isn’t already insulated, add insulation
material sufficient to fill the cavity. If the insulation material used
is faced with foil or paper, position the foil or paper away from
the speaker.
Preparing the Surface for Mounting
Precautions for Installation
Careful consideration should be given to the possible presence of
electrical conduits, piping, HVAC duct work and other elements
within the walls before the speakers are installed. If there is any
doubt regarding the most acceptable locations for the speakers,
please consult EMPHASYS Technical Support or the dealer.
New Construction: Unfinished Wall
A new construction bracket, available from your EMPHASYS deal-
er, can be installed prior to drywall application across studs (up to
24” on-center) where a speaker will be located. Once the hole is
cut and the drywall is installed, the speaker can be easily installed
in accordance with the instructions for mounting in “Finished
Wall” below.
Finished Wall
Two-conductor wire should be run to the proper wall locations
before the speakers are affixed. To ensure a professional-looking
installation, observe the following steps:
1. Choose the general location for the installation of each speak-
er, being certain that these areas present no obstructions.
2. Find the studs nearest the desired location for the speaker.
EMPHASYS recommends the use of a good stud finder for this
procedure. If you are lining up the speakers to some other object
or molding in the room, be sure to allow for the size of the baffle
flange. This flange extends beyond the mounting hole on all four
sides of the speaker.
Diagram 3:
Wall Cutout
CAUTION: The tweeter dome, whether aluminum or silk, can be
damaged through direct contact with fingers or objects. Please be
careful when installing and adjusting the speaker.
The following tips are recommended for use of the In-Wall speak-
ers in a home theater configuration:
•If the speaker is being used as a main front channel, the tweet
er should be aimed toward the listener.
• If the speaker is being used as a rear surround speaker, it might
be desirable to aim the tweeter away from the listener. This
will enhance the diffusion of the sound, particularly for ambient
effects.
Speaker Adjustments
Creating a Zone for Optimized Listening
The speakers should be placed so that they form a “triangular” rela-
tionship with respect to the lis-
tening position. (See Diagram 1)
For example, if the listener’s van-
tage point is eight feet from the
front speakers, then the speakers
should be eight feet apart. This
will ensure an accurate stereo
image and help minimize the
creation of excessive sound
reflections.
Pivoting the Tweeters
Some models of the In-Wall Series speakers are equipped with
pivoting tweeters that make it easy to optimize speaker perfor-
mance to the size and shape of the room. (See Diagram 2) For
example, if the speakers are positioned far from the primary
listening area, aim the tweeters directly toward that area so that
the upper frequencies (which are directional in nature) reach the
listener. If the ideal listening perspective is relatively close to the
speakers, a better balance of frequencies can be achieved by
aiming the tweeters slightly outward, away from the listener.
Diagram 2:
Tweeter
Push Tweeter Here
A=B=C
Ideal
Listening
Zone
B C
A
Left Speaker Center Speaker Right Speaker
TOP VIEW
TOP VIEW OF WALL
Diagram 1: Listening Zone

Painting the Speakers
If the speakers are to be painted, we recommend that it be done
before the speakers are actually installed. However, it is possible to
paint the speakers post-installation. Simply remove them from the
wall by reversing the order of the steps for installation described
earlier in this manual.
The paint masks provided in the carton must be installed between
the grille and flange while they are being painted. Be sure to
remove the white plastic blanket from beneath the grille before
painting the speaker. Once the grille has been painted, remove
paint mask, return the acoustic blanket to its position beneath the
grille.
Be careful not to clog the holes of the grille. The sound of the
speakers will be dramatically reduced if the perforations in the
grille are covered in paint.
EMPHASYS recommends only light spray painting using five parts
thinning agent to one part paint.
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CAUTION: Excessive tightening may torque the baffle, crack the
wall, cause the white bezel to distort and make it difficult to seat
the grille within the grooves.
4. Push the grille firmly into the slot in the speaker baffle.
Installing the Speakers
The In-Wall Series speakers feature a mounting system with six
swiveling feet for quick, secure installation. Use the following
steps:
1. Remove the grille. (To force the grille out of its retaining
groove, it may be necessary to push one or two of the mount-
ing screws and its attached foot toward the baffle and against the
inside surface of the grille.)
2. Attach the speaker wire (observing the proper polarity with
your amplifier, matching positive (red) to positive and negative
(black) to negative). Be certain the left channel of the amplifier is
connected to the left speaker, and that the right channel is con-
nected to the right speaker.
3. Be sure the mounting feet are turned inward to clear the
opening, and then insert the speaker into the wall. Position the
speaker in the hole. Note: The flange of the speaker is designed to
conform to minor imperfections in the wall’s surface. Tighten the six
screws on the front of the baffle only so much that the flange is
snug against the drywall. As you tighten the screws, the feet will
flip into an outward position (See Diagram 4), clamping the dry-
wall between the feet and the flange.
Mounting Feet Flange
Treble Adjustment
The Treble switch allows +3dB of adjustment from the “0” position,
where the most linear frequency response is maintained. If more
treble is desired, simply move the switch to the “+3” position. To
return to the neutral setting, move the switch back to the “0” posi-
tion. The Treble switch can be adjusted whenever desired. (See
Diagram 5)
Bass Adjustment
The Bass switch provides +3dB of bass adjustment from the “0”
position, where the flattest bass frequency response is maintained.
For extra bass, move the switch to the “+3” position. To return to
the neutral setting, move the switch back to the “0” position. As
with treble adjustment, the Bass switch can be moved whenever
desired. (See Diagram 5)
Adjusting the Frequency Response for IW85 & IW67
Diagram 5:
Adjustment Switches
Bass Adjustment Switch
Treble Adjustment Switch
Diagram 4:
Mounting Feet

IW85
Two-way In-Wall Speaker
8" Aluminum Woofer
1" Pivoting Aluminum Dome
Tweeter
92dB 1W/1m
150 Watts
8Ω
+3dB Bass & Treble Switches
28Hz - 20kHz
H 147⁄8" x W 101⁄8" x D 33⁄4"
H 135⁄8" x W 83⁄4"
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Features & Specs
1300-0021000
IW67
Two-way In-Wall Speaker
61⁄2" Aluminum Woofer
1" Pivoting Aluminum Dome
Tweeter
92dB 1W/1m
125 Watts
8Ω
+3dB Bass & Treble Switches
32Hz - 20kHz
H 121⁄4" x W 83⁄16" x D 33⁄16"
H 107⁄8" x W 63⁄4"
IW65
Two-way In-Wall Speaker
61⁄2" Polypropylene Woofer
1" Pivoting Silk Dome
Tweeter
91dB 1W/1m
100 Watts
8Ω
N/A
36Hz - 20kHz
H 121⁄4" x W 83⁄16" x D 31⁄8"
H 107⁄8" x W 63⁄4"
IW60
Two-way In-Wall Speaker
61⁄2" Polypropylene Woofer
3⁄4" Fixed Soft Dome
Tweeter
90dB 1W/1m
75 Watts
8Ω
N/A
45Hz - 20kHz
H 121⁄4" x W 83⁄16" x D 33⁄16"
H 107⁄8" x W 63⁄4"
Speaker Type:
Woofer:
Tweeter:
Sensitivity, 2.83V/m:
Power Handling:
Impedance:
Switches:
Frequency Response:
Dimensions:
Cut Out Dimensions: