Moderno M6 User manual

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing Moderno speakers. When properly installed
your new speakers will give you years of entertainment pleasure. This
manual will teach you about your new speakers and will show you
how to install and get the very best performance from them. Please
read it thoroughly.
TOOLS NEEDED
You will need the following tools to install your Moderno speakers:
• Pencil
• Keyhole or drywall saw
• Philips screwdriver
• Small level
• Fish tape or coat hanger
• Wire strippers
• Gloves
• Safety goggles
• Drill with ¼” – ½” bit (for test hole) and 1”
Flat bit (if drilling through studs)
BOX CONTENTS
Your Moderno speaker box should contain the following items:
(2) Moderno speakers
(2) Paintable grilles
(1) Mounting cutout template (in packaging)
SPEAKER PLACEMENT
M6 In-Wall Speaker Placement
Home Theater Left/Center/Right Channels
• Place the left & right speakers on either side of the video screen,
from 6 feet to 10 feet apart and 38 – 42 inches from the floor.
• If possible, locate the left and right speakers at least 18 inches
away from the side walls.
• If possible, locate the center speaker at the same height as the left &
right channel speakers (38 – 42 inches from the floor).
• If you must place the center speaker above or below a video screen,
we recommend placing it no more than 2 feet above or below the
center of the left and right speakers. This will maintain consistent
tonality between all 3 front channel speakers.
N OTE : M ODERNO SPEAKERS ARE NOT VIDEO SHIELDED . D ONOTLOCATETHE
SPEAKERS CLOSER THAN
20" TO A CONVENTIONAL (CRT) TELEVISION OR DAM -
AGE TO ITS PICTURE TUBE MAY OCCUR .
Home Theater Surround
Channels
Locate the surround channel
speakers approximately 2 – 6 feet
behind the listening position, at
least 5 feet from the floor.
• You can create a more diffuse,
spacious surround effect by
pivoting the tweeters away from
the listeners.
Stereo
Follow the directions for Home Theater placement for the left and
right speakers.
• If listeners will be standing instead of seated, locate the speakers
with their centers approximately 5 feet from the floor.
M6R In-Ceiling Speaker Placement
Home Theater Left, Center & Right Speakers
• Place the left, center and right speakers from 1 foot to 2 feet in
front of the video screen, anywhere from 6 feet to 10 feet apart,
with the center channel speaker as close to midway between the
left and right speakers as possible.
• The left & right speakers should be at least 2 feet away from the
side walls.
• The main listening position should be between 4 and 10 feet away
from the speakers.
• In some cases pivoting the tweeter of each speaker towards the lis-
tening position will help maximize the soundstage, especially when
listening to stereo music sources.
Home Theater Surround Surround Channels
Locate the surround channel speakers on the ceiling between 2 feet
and 6 feet behind the listening position. The speakers should be
between 6 feet and 10 feet apart.
• You can create a more diffuse, spacious surround effect by pivoting
the tweeters towards a wall or window, away from the listeners.
Stereo
Follow the directions for Home Theater placement for the left and
right speakers.
M6/M6R
IN-WALL/IN-CEILING SPEAKER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
2'
(max.)
18"
From Side
Wall
6' – 10'
Apart 18"
From Side
Wall
5' – 7'
2' – 6'
6'– 10'
Apart 6' – 10' Apart
2' – 6'
1'– 2'
Left & Right
Surround
Speakers
Left, Center
& Right
Speakers
Less than 2’
TV

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INSTALLING THE SPEAKERS
Before Installation: IR Knockout (M6 only)
Moderno M6 speakers have a
knockout for installing an IR
receiver into the speaker’s front
baffle. This allows you to aim
remote controls at the front of
the room instead of at
the electronics, in systems where
the electronics may be placed in
an inconvenient location.
To remove the knockout, drill it
out from the rear using a drill
with a ½” bit (there is a sleeve
guide directly behind the knock-
out).
After inserting the IR receiver
through the hole, seal it into the
speaker using silicone caulk
(make sure that there are no
gaps around the receiver that
could create air leaks) and dress
the cable behind the speaker
along with the speaker wire.
N OTE : T HE SPEAKER ’ S GRILLE MAY
REDUCE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE
IR
RECEIVER . I FTHISOCCURS ,
SLIGHTLY ENLARGE THE HOLES IN THE
GRILLE THAT ARE DIRECTLY IN FRONT
OF THE
IR RECEIVER .
Installing the Speakers
Step 1. Determine the location
for the speaker (see
Speaker Placement on
page 1). Center the
speaker between the wall
studs or ceiling joists. Tap
the wall or ceiling and lis-
ten for a “hollow” sound,
or use a stud finder to
locate studs.
Step 2. Position the included
cutout template where the
speaker is to be located
and trace the outline on
the wall or ceiling with a
pencil.
• Make sure the speakers
are even with each other
and level.
N OTE : R EAD S TEP 6 ABOUT RUNNING
SPEAKER WIRE BEFORE DECIDING ON
THE FINAL SPEAKER LOCATIONS
.
Step 3. Drill a small hole in the
center of the outline you
just traced.
Step 4. Insert a coat hanger wire
into the hole to feel-
around for possible
obstructions. If there are
obstructions, patch the
hole and select another
location for the speaker.
Step 5. Carefully cut the outline
of the mounting hole
using a keyhole or dry-
wall saw. Remove the
drywall from the cutout.
IMPORTANT: Make sure
your amplifier’s power
is turned off before
performing Step 6.
Step 6. Run the speaker cable
from the speaker outputs
of your amplifier to the
speaker locations. Use
high-quality cable such
as HomeTech HTC100
16/4 cable. Pull the
cables through the
mounting holes you cut in
the wall.
• Allow a few extra feet of
cable, and leave enough
cable slack so you can
strip the insulation from
the conductors when you’re ready to connect to the speakers.
N
OTE : I F SPEAKER CABLE IS TO BE RUN THROUGH WALLS OR CEILINGS , THE
CABLE
MUST BE UL- AND CL- RATED FOR YOUR SAFETY AND BUILDING CODE
COMPLIANCE
.
Step 7. Speaker performance can be
enhanced by insulating the wall or
ceiling cavity with fiberglass
insulation. When insulating speakers,
it is best to use a sheet of unfaced
fiberglass insulation behind and
around the sides of the speaker.
Step 8. Connect the positive (“+”) wire from
the amplifier to the speaker’s red
terminal. Connect the negative (“–”)
wire from the amplifier to the
speaker’s black terminal.
• The speaker’s connector posts are
spring-loaded. Push the top of each connector post down to
open the connector and insert the exposed wires into the
holes in the posts.
IMPORTANT: Be sure not to let any stray ‘+’ and ‘–’
wires touch each other. Touching wires can cause a
short-circuit that could damage your amplifier.
• Double-check that you connected amplifier “+” to speaker
“+” and amplifier “–” to speaker “–”.
IR
Knockout
Knockout
Sleeve
Step 7
Black Cap
“—”
Red Cap
“+”
Step 8 (M6)
Steps 1 and 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Step 6

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Step 9. Make sure all the RotoLock clamps are in the full clockwise
position so that they are tucked within the mounting hole’s
border. Insert the speaker into the mounting hole.
Step 10. Tighten the four screws on
the front of the speaker
baffle evenly until the
speaker is seated snugly
and evenly against the wall
or ceiling.
IMPORTANT: If you are
using a drill or electric
screwdriver to tighten the
screws be sure use the
lowest torque setting.
Step 11. Install the grilles by placing them into the speaker baffles.
Powerful magnets on the grilles and on the speaker baffles
will hold the grilles firmly on the speakers.
PAINTING THE GRILLES
Moderno grilles may be painted to color-match their surroundings.
First, remove the grilles from the speakers then remove the scrim
cloth that is attached to the backs of the grilles. (The adhesive that
holds the cloth in place is reusable.) Paint the grilles with very thin
paint (5 parts thinner to 1 part paint), being careful not to plug the
holes. When the paint has fully dried, re-attach the scrim cloths to the
backs of the grilles and re-install the grilles on the speakers.
SPEAKER ADJUSTMENTS
Pivoting Tweeter
Moderno M6 and M6R speakers have a
pivoting tweeter that allows you to direct
sound towards or away from the listening area,
depending on how the speakers are being
used:
• If you’re using the speakers in stereo or as
the front left/center/right speakers in a home
theater, pivot the tweeters directly towards the
listening area. This will help the sound from
the speakers blend into a solid soundstage
even if the speakers are widely separated.
• If you’re using the speakers as surround
channel speakers in a home theater, you can
create a more diffuse, spacious surround
effect by pointing the tweeters towards a wall
or window, away from the listeners.
To pivot the tweeter, apply light pressure to the
plastic ring around the outside edge of the
tweeter. Do not touch or apply pressure to the
tweeter dome.
Tweeter Level Control
The Moderno M6 and M6R have
a tweeter level control switch
that lets you boost or cut the
tweeter’s level by 3dB. This
allows you to adjust the speak-
er’s brightness to better match
your listening room or personal
taste.
Once you have installed the
speakers, listen to a variety of
music that you are familiar with.
If the music all tends to sound
too bright or dull, use the
Tweeter Level Control to com-
pensate. If some recordings
sound dull and some sound
bright the speaker is accurately
reproducing differences in the
recordings, and you should
leave the control in the middle
(0dB) position.
SPECIFICATIONS
M6
Tweeter: 1" (25mm) Silk dome, pivoting
Woofer: 6½" (165mm) Woven glass fiber cone,
rubber surround
Frequency Response: 45Hz – 20kHz ±3dB
Impedance: 8 Ohms nominal
Power Handling: 100 Watts maximum
Sensitivity: 92dB SPL (2.83V 1 meter)
Grille Material: Perforated metal
Adjustments: ±3dB Tweeter level
Dimensions (W x H x D): 7¾” x 117/8" x 3½"
(197mm x 302mm x 89mm)
Cutout Dim. (W x H): 7" x 107/8" (178mm x 276mm)
Shipping Weight: 9 lbs. (4.1kg) Pair
M6R
Tweeter: 1" (25mm) Silk dome, pivoting
Woofer: 6½" (165mm) Woven glass fiber cone,
rubber surround
Frequency Response: 45Hz – 20kHz ±3dB
Impedance: 8 Ohms nominal
Power Handling: 100 Watts maximum
Sensitivity: 92dB SPL (2.83V 1 meter)
Grille Material: Perforated metal
Adjustments: ±3dB Tweeter level
Dimensions (Dia x D): 9” x 3¾” (229mm x 95mm)
Cutout Dim. (Dia): 81/8" (206mm)
Shipping Weight: 9 lbs. (4.1kg) Pair
Tweeter
Level
Control
Step 10
Black Cap
“—”
Red Cap
“+”
Step 8 (M6R)
Tweeter
Level
Control

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TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
For answers to installation questions or an installation walk-through,
please call our Technical Assistance Department on any business day
at: [phone], from 7am to 5pm, Pacific Time.
OBTAINING SERVICE
If this product should need repair or service, contact your Authorized
Moderno Dealer for help, or use the following procedure:
1. Prior to calling, note the product’s model number, serial number,
purchase date, and the name and address of the
dealer where you purchased the product.
2. Contact our Technical Assistance Department at the above
number(s) and describe the problem the unit is experiencing.
If applicable, they will issue a Return Authorization Number.
IMPORTANT: Do not return the unit to Moderno with-
out first obtaining a Return Authorization Number!
3. If you’re directed to return the unit to Moderno for repair, pack the
unit in its original shipping carton. If needed, you can obtain
replacement packaging from us for a small charge. Note: it is best
if you place the box into an additional outer “overcarton” before
shipment to minimize a chance of theft in shipment. Please include
a copy of the original bill of sale inside the package.
4. Contact a package delivery service such as United Parcel Service
or Federal Express to arrange prepaid (not collect) shipping. Do
not use the U.S. Postal Service.
IMPORTANT: Freight collect shipments will be refused.
5. Write the Return Authorization Number on the outside of the shipping
carton. For warranty work, please include a copy of the original bill
of sale inside the package.
6. Ship the packaged unit to:
Returns Department
Moderno
212 Avenida Fabricante
San Clemente, CA 92672-7531
WARRANTY COVERAGE (USA ONLY)
If within five (5) years from the date shown on the bill of sale the prod-
uct fails due to a defect in workmanship or material, Dana Innovations
will, at its option and at no charge, repair or replace the components
of the product which prove to be defective.
For this warranty to be effective, the bill of sale must show that the
product was purchased from an “Authorized Moderno Dealer”. This
warranty shall apply exclusively to the original purchaser and shall not
apply to products purchased for industrial or commercial use.
Furthermore, this warranty shall not apply if:
1. Damage to the unit was caused by accident, abuse or misuse;
2. The unit was opened, modified, or repaired by unauthorized person-
nel; or
3. The unit was not used as outlined in the instruction manual.
EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS
The warranty set forth above is in lieu of all other warranties, express
or implied, of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or oth-
erwise. The warranty is limited to Dana Innovations products regis-
tered herein and specifically excludes any damage to loudspeakers
and other allied or associated equipment which may result for any
reason from use with this product.
Dana Innovations shall, in no event, be liable for incidental or
consequential damages arising from any breach of this warranty or
otherwise. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
have rights which vary from state to state.
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