Origin Acoustics CIW60 Series User manual

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CIW60 COLLECTION INSTALLATION USER MANUAL
CIW60,CIW61,CIW63,CIW65 Installation Manual
CIW60 COLLECTION
CIW61 CIW63 CIW65CIW60

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Table of Contents
Introduction 1
Specifications 2
What’s Included 3
Tools & Items 3
Wire Recommendation 3
Speaker Placement 4
About Speaker Wire 5
Installing the Wire 5
Wire Routing 6
Painting the Grille 7
Cutting the Hole 7
Connecting the Wire 8
Installing the Speaker 9
Installing the Grille 9
Troubleshooting 12
Technical Assistance 13
Warranty 14
Return Process 15

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Thank you for purchasing the Origin CIW60 Collection. At Origin Acoustics, we take pride in
providing you with a high quality product. All of Origin Acoustics’ speakers are designed to
have excellent sound quality, longevity, and a simple installation process.
This instruction booklet covers the necessary information for a smooth installation, including:
the tools you will need, step-by-step instructions for installation, troubleshooting tips for any
errors that may occur, and all warranty information. If for any reason you experience problems
or if you have installation questions please call us at [phone]. Hours of operation are
8:00am to 5:00pm (Pacific Time), Monday through Friday.
Introduction

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model: CIW61 Part: CIW6100
Model: CIW63 Part: CIW6300
• Woofer: 6 ” IMG • Dimensions: 12 x 8 ” (305 x 208mm)
• Tweeter: 1” DPSD™ Pivoting • Grille Dimensions: 12  x 8  (315 x 218mm)
• Frequency Response: 45Hz-20kHz • Cutout Dimensions: 10  x 6 ”(273 x 176mm)
• Power Handling: 25-110 Watts • Mounting Depth: 3” (76mm)
Model: CIW65 Part: CIW6500
Bracket:
BRL13
Bracket:
BRL13
• Woofer: 6 ” IMG • Dimensions: 12 x 8 ” (305 x 208mm)
• Tweeter: 1” Aluminum Pivoting • Grille Dimensions: 12 1 x 8  (315 x 218mm)
• Frequency Response: 45Hz-20kHz • Cutout Dimensions:10  x 6 ”(273 x 176mm)
• Power Handling: 25-110 Watts • Mounting Depth: 3” (76mm)
• Woofer: 6 ” Poly • Dimensions: 12 x 8 3/16” (305 x 208mm)
• Tweeter: 1” Silk Dome Pivoting • Grille Dimensions: 12  x 8  (315 x 218mm)
• Frequency Response: 45Hz-20kHz • Cutout Dimensions:10  x 6 ”(273 x 176mm)
• Power Handling: 25-110 Watts • Mounting Depth: 3” (76mm)
Bracket:
BRL13
Model: CIW60 Part: CIW6000
• Woofer: 6 ” Poly • Dimensions: 12 x 8 3/16” (305 x 208mm)
• Tweeter: 1” (25mm) PEI • Grille Dimensions: 12  x 8  (315 x 218mm)
• Frequency Response: 45Hz-20kHz • Cutout Dimensions:10  x 6 ”(273 x 176mm)
• Power Handling: 25-110 Watts • Mounting Depth: 3” (76mm)
Bracket:
BRL13
*All product specifications are subject to change. Please refer to the dealer portal for the latest information.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED
• Drywall Saw
• Speaker Wire
• Pencil
• Wire Stripper
• Measuring Tape
• Drill
• Drill Bit ⅛” (3mm)
• Stiff Wire
• Stud Finder
• Fish Tape
• Spray Paint
• Compressed Air
TOOLS & ITEMS
The gauge of wire used can have an impact on the performance of your speakers.
Use a multi-stranded wiring designed for amplifier to speaker connections.
Which gauge to select depends on the length of wire to be used on any particular
speaker. The longer your run is, the larger your wire size must be.
WIRE RECOMMENDATION
Wire Length Wire Gauge
0 -100’ (0 - 30m) 16
50 - 150’ (15 - 45m) 14
Over 100’ (30m) 12
Speaker Grille Template
CIW Series
In-Wall Composer Collection
Cut-Out Template:
10.75 x 6.93”(273 x 176mm)
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Position the two speakers on the wall, no less
than 6’ (2m) apart. Ideally, the two speakers
would be placed an equal distance from the
listener. Ideally the speakers will be at ear level.
Also, if the speaker placement is intended for
standing (as opposed to sitting) listeners, the
speakers can be higher on the wall.
AUXILIARY ROOM (2 SPEAKER PLACEMENT)
The Le Rear (LR) and Right Rear (RR) speakers should be installed just behind
the listener, one on either side. The Center Channel (CC) speaker should be
placed above or below the television, with the Le Front (LF) and Right Front
(RF) speakers placed equidistant to either side.
HOME THEATER (5 SPEAKER PLACEMENT)
6’ (2m)
L R
TV
Listening area

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Strip ¼ to ½ inches (6 to 12 mm) of the
insulation o both ends of the wire. To
avoid stray strands, twist them at the
end. Connect the wire to the amplifier,
and make sure the wire connected to
the le speaker output will be routed
to the le speaker, right output to right
speaker, etc.
1. INSTALLING THE WIRE
You will need a wire that has at least two conductors; one that can be identified
as the positive and the other as the negative. All two conductor wires have some
means of identifying which conductor is which, but at times this identification
may be subtle. It’s crucial that you keep track of which wire you use for positive
(+) and negative (-). Typically if the wires are colored red and black, the red wire
is used for positive and the black wire is used for negative, but sometimes other
colors or patterns are used. You can choose whichever color of wire you want to
be positive and negative as long as you remain consistent throughout the install.
On both your amplifier and your speaker the connectors will be identified as red
for positive and black for negative. It is very important to look carefully at the
speaker wires and be certain that the same wire that is attached to the positive
connector in the amplifier is attached to the positive connector in the speaker.
ABOUT SPEAKER WIRE
0.25 - 0.5”
(6 - 12mm)
Speaker
Wire

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Plan how you’ll route the wire to the desired speaker location. There are several
methods for routing the wire, and you may need to combine several of them.
WIRE ROUTING
One option is to li up the carpet and
route “tape wire” under the carpet.
UNDER THE CARPET
The wire can be routed behind the
baseboard by cutting a groove out
of the back of the baseboard, or by
buying special baseboard designed for
concealing wires.
BEHIND THE BASEBOARD
When available, you can route the wire
through an attic or crawlspace.
ATTIC OR BASEMENT
When running wires through a wall, be
sure to avoid all obstacles such as AC
wiring, pipes, and ducts.
THROUGH WALLS
If these speakers are being installed in a new home during construction, the
installation process will be a bit dierent (although much simpler). For these
situations, it’s recommended you purchase a bracket. Instructions on how to
install the speakers are provided with the bracket, or can be found on our web-
site. Visit www.originacoustics.com for more information.
FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION

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3. CUTTING THE HOLE
In some situations the speakers may look better if the color matched the walls,
ceiling, or trim in the room. This can be accomplished by painting the grille. The
grille must be painted with spray paint, and most hardware stores will mix a can
of paint to match whatever color you need. Before painting, carefully remove the
thin cloth on the underside of the grille. Lightly spray the front of the grille with the
paint from a distance, being careful not to plug any of the holes. Diluting the paint
with paint thinner will lessen the risk of filling any holes. If a hole gets plugged use
a can of compressed air to open it. Once the paint is dry, put the cloth back on
the grille.
2. PAINTING THE GRILLE
Grille
Paint
Grille Cloth
Grille
When you’ve decided on the locations for all of the speakers, use the template
to trace a circle lightly in pencil where the hole should be. (If you don’t have a
template, check the Specifications section for cutout sizes.) If you’re unsure
on whether there may be obstacles (such as pipes or wires) where you plan on
installing the speaker, drill a ⅛ inch hole in the center of the circle, then put a bent
coat hanger through the hole to feel around. Use a keyhole or drywall saw to cut
the hole.

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plate, check the Specifications section for cutout sizes.) If you’re unsure on whether
there may be obstacles (such as pipes or wires) where you plan on installing the
speaker, drill a ⅛ inch hole in the center of the circle, then put a bent coat hanger
through the hole to feel around. Use a keyhole or drywall saw to cut the hole.
Insert the wires into the connectors,
making sure that the positive wire is
being attached to the red connection
and the negative wire is being
attached to the black connection. If
the negative and positive wires are
switched, speaker performance will be
drastically impacted.
4. CONNECTING THE WIRE
Speaker
Wire
Connector

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Make sure all the dogs are in the
upright position and facing to the side,
not outwards. Insert the speaker into
the hole. Turn the four screws so that
the dogs face outwards and continue
turning until they clamp down on the
ceiling. When you feel resistance, stop
tightening the screws.
5. INSTALLING THE SPEAKER
Fit the grille over the speaker. The grille uses magnets to be held in place.
6. INSTALLING THE GRILLE

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If possible, it’s oen good to try to isolate the problem first. For example, if you’re playing
a DVD on a television and there’s no sound, try connecting an MP3 player to the system to
see if that works. If it does work, then the problem is with the television, DVD player, or the
cables connecting them. If it doesn’t work, the problem will be with the amplifier, speakers,
or those cables.
Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause
No Sound The volume may be turned down or muted. Check the volume settings
on both the amplifier and the television/computer/CD player/etc.
No Sound Make sure the proper source is selected on the amplifier or receiver.
No Sound Check the cord connecting the amplifier with the source. The cord may
be damaged or plugged into the wrong input or output.
No Sound Check the wires connecting the amplifier with the speakers. Make sure
they’re connected properly and not damaged in any way.
Poor
Sound
Quality
If you hear something like static, or the sound is cutting in and out,
check the audio cables. If the problem increases when a cable is being
moved, then the cable is most likely faulty or not connected properly.
Poor
Sound
Quality
Today’s audio systems may have several places to adjust the volume,
for example your MP3 player may have a volume control, and your
amplifier may also have one. Check to be certain that the volume isn’t
turned up past 80% on any device.
Poor
Sound
Quality
Try changing sources to be certain that the selection you’ve chosen is
a good quality recording.

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If you have any questions or concerns about installing or using this product, you can reach
us through one of the following methods:
Phone: [phone]
Hours of operation: 8:00am - 5:00pm (Pacific Time), Mon - Fri
Email: [e-mail]
If you are having technical trouble, please include the model number and briefly explain
what steps you took to resolve the problem in your email, or be prepared to answer these
questions over the phone. If you are considering returning the product, it’s required that
you contact Origin Acoustics prior to any return attempts. This way we can determine
if the issue can be resolved without returning the product, or if needed we can provide
instructions and support for the return process.
Technical Assistance

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Origin Acoustics warrants to the original retail purchaser only that this Origin
Acoustics product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship,
provided the speaker was purchased from an Origin Acoustics authorized dealer.
If the product is determined to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced at
Origin Acoustics discretion. If the product must be replaced yet it is no longer
manufactured, it will be replaced with a model of equal to or greater value that
is the most similar to the original. If this is the case, installing the replacement
model may require mounting modifications; Origin Acoustics will not be
responsible for any such related costs.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
This warranty may not be valid if the product was purchased through an
unauthorized dealer. This warranty only applies to the individual that made the
original purchase, and it cannot be applied to other purchases. The purchaser
must be prepared to provide proof of purchase (receipt). This warranty will not
be valid if the identifying number or serial number has been removed, defaced,
or altered.
Requirements & Warranty Coverage
*All warranties and warranty conditions are subject to change. Please refer to
www.originacoustics.com for the latest information.

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• Accidental damage
• Damage caused by abuse or misuse
• Damage caused by attempted repairs/modifications by anyone other than
Origin Acoustics or an authorized dealer
• Damage caused by improper installation
• Normal wear, maintenance, and environmental issues
• Damage caused by voltage inputs in excess of the rated maximum of the unit
• Damage inflicted during the return shipment
Not Covered by Warranty
Before making any return attempts, it is required that you first contact Origin
Acoustics. Return product to Origin Acoustics or your dealer, either in person or by
mail. It’s preferable if the product is returned in the original packaging. If this isn’t
possible, the customer is responsible for insuring the shipment for the full value
of the product.
This warranty is in lieu of all other expressed or implied warranties. Some states
do not allow limitations on implied warranties, so this may not apply depending
on the customer’s location. (For more information, see Magnuson-Moss Warranty
Act.)
Return Process

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