OEM SE-694KE User manual

INSTALLATION GUIDE
 
SE-694KE 6-5/8"x9-1/4" 5-9/16"x8-1/4"x2-3/8"
SE-790KE 8-5/8"x12-1/8" 7-3/8"x10-7/8"x3-1/8"
SE-691E 6-5/8"x9-1/4" 5-9/16"x8-1/4"x2-3/8"
SE-791E 8-5/8"x12-1/8" 7-3/8"x10-7/8"x3-1/8"
Rectangular In-Wall Loudspeakers
For 6-1/2" In-Wall Loudspeakers
page 1 of 2Rev. A
1-Piece Baffle & Frame
Congratulations! You have purchased a high quality
stereo loudspeaker. When matched to comparable
electronic equipment, expect years of quality high
delity sound. We are constantly striving to provide
the very best technology has to offer.
The following manual is designed to give you,
the installer or owner, basic information as to
the speaker’s installation and operation. It is
beyond the scope of this manual to go into all the
details that must be taken into consideration in a
sophisticated high delity system.
If you have any questions regarding this speaker
which are not answered by this manual, contact your
local dealer for assistance. For the most current
information please visit www.oemsystems.com.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
These two-way speakers have specially designed
woofers with linear long throw butyl rubber
surrounds for long life and superior damping. Dome
tweeters are utilized for excellent high frequency
dispersion throughout your entire listening
environment. The frame and grille can be custom
painted to match the room decor.
SHIPPING DAMAGE
Each speaker is thoroughly tested before it leaves
the factory. However, in shipment, accidents may
occur. Please inspect your speakers carefully
when you receive them to make sure there is no
damage. If there is, please notify your dealer,
or supplier immediately for assistance. If you
received your speakers by public transportation,
report the damage at once to the shipping
company.
AMPLIFIER OPERATION
These speakers will perform well with ampliers
from 5 to 125 Watts RMS. However, damage to
the speakers can be done by ampliers of nearly
any power rating if the amplier is overdriven into
clipping. “Amplier clipping” is a phrase used to
describe a condition when, because of the volume
demand, an amplier is being asked for more
power than it can give. Clipping causes distortion
of the audio signal. If you should hear an unusual
amount of distortion at high listening levels then
consider reducing the volume. DAMAGE DONE TO
A SPEAKER BY CLIPPING IS NOT COVERED UNDER
THE WARRANTY.
SPEAKER PLACEMENT
Placement of Wall Mounted Speakers should be
carefully considered. Ideally, the speakers should
be located where they will provide the best possible
sound and ease of installation. It is beyond the
scope of this publication to discuss all of the various
aspects of speaker placement. Please contact a
professional for assistance if you are uncomfortable
with the planning or installation process.
Note: Though these speakers are referred to as “wall
mount,” they are also suitable for installations in
ceilings and custom cabinetry.
WIRING
To achieve maximum performance from your new
speakers we strongly suggest the use of good quality
stereo cable. There are many good brands available.
We recommend that the cable be at least 16 gauge
or larger for runs of over 50 feet and that the wire
be double insulated. This is often referred to as
“jacketed” speaker cable. “Zip cord,” which is single
insulated and is often made with clear insulation,
should be avoided as it is not as durable. It is
important when installing the wiring and speakers
that you adhere to all local codes and regulations.
We suggest that a professional be consulted in
order to maximize your system’s performance. The
following, however, are some useful suggestions.
Overall (W x H) Cut-Out (W x H x Depth)

page 2 of 2Rev. A
For 6-1/2" In-Wall Loudspeakers 1-Piece Baffle & Frame
Try to keep the wire
length to a minimum.
However, allow about
2½ feet of free wire at
the speaker cut-out
and sufcient length at
the electronics to aid in
the ease of installation.
Adding extra wire later
is tedious and time
consuming.
Avoid bundling speaker
cables parallel to
electrical cables for
extended lengths.
Though the impedance
is low and the likelihood of interference low, this may
help reduce hum and RF interference. When securing
the wire, use care not to staple or nail the electrical
conductors. Doing so could result in a short that might
damage the electronics.
More than two pair of these speakers can be connected
to one amplier. However, we suggest that you consult a
professional if you are installing more than two pair.
When connecting your speakers, make sure proper
polarity (phasing) is maintained. Simply put, this means
being sure the same wire which is hooked to the positive
terminal of the amplier has its other end hooked to the
positive terminal of the speaker. It is important to check
this on all speakers. If the connections on one of the
speakers are reversed, (out of phase) the quality of your
bass will be seriously impaired.
INSTALLATION
As the diagrams show, the speakers utilize a metal
mounting ring which, after tightening with the screws
provided, acts as a clamp to hold the speakers in place.
To aid in speaker performance, a brous material, such
as berglass or polyester ber, may be placed behind
the speaker. This may also help to
reduce unwanted sound from being
transmitted into adjoining rooms.
Once you determine where you wish
the speakers to be placed, do the
following:
Using the paper template provided,
mark the speaker cut-out location
making sure that where you wish the
speakers to be placed will not be obstructed by a stud
or other material hidden in the wall. Proper use of an
electronic stud-nder is invaluable for this operation.
Using the proper equipment, cut the appropriate sized
hole in the wall. On drywall, the cleanest cuts will be
made with a drywall saw.
Next, verify that the speaker ts properly into the cut-
out by passing the black mounting ring through the cut-
out as illustrated. (see gure 1) The speaker should t
comfortably in the cut-out hole. If the hole should have
been cut a little too large the ange on the frame should
cover this. Remove the speaker from the hole.
If the wire has not yet been run, do so, now that you have
access to the wall’s interior. Once the speaker wire has
been run, pull the end of the wire out of the wall, strip
back a section of the jacket as needed, and then expose
½" of each conductor. Connect the wire to the terminals
on the back of the speaker assembly, observing polarity
(+ & -).
Install the speaker in the wall and gently tighten all of
the screws so that the mounting ring clamps against
the back side of the wall board. (see gure 2) If your
speaker has six screws begin with the middle pair.
Avoid over-tightening the screws or it may later become
difcult to install the grille.
Install the grilles after testing the operation of the
speakers. The grilles are installed by gently working the
edge of the grille into the frame of the speaker beginning
at one corner and working one or both directions around
to an adjacent or opposite corner.