Origin Acoustics D65EX User manual

Installation Manual
D65EX, D83EX, D83DT/SUR EX, D83AEX, D85EX
EXPLORER COLLECTION
D65EX
D83EX D83DT/SUR EX D83AEX D85EX

Explorer Collection™ Manual
Table of Contents
Introduction 1
Specifications 2
Dual Tweeter 4
What’s Included 5
Tools & Items 5
Wire Recommendation 5
Speaker Placement 6
About Speaker Wire 7
Installing the Wire 7
Wire Routing 8
Painting the Grille 9
Cutting the Hole 9
Installing the Bayonet Ring 10
Connecting the Wire 10
Installing the Speaker 11
Testing & Adjustments 12
Installing the Grille 12
Troubleshooting 13
Technical Assistance 14
Warranty 15
Return Process 16

Explorer Collection™ Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Explorer Collection. The Explorer Collection of
loudspeakers from Origin Acoustics were developed to withstand the harsh
conditions found in marine environments. This includes exposure to saltwater,
extreme temperature changes and airborne humidity. They will produce amazing
musical fidelity while spending family time on the lake or a trip on the open sea
and they have the build quality to last for years in these situations.
Thisinstructionbookletcoversthenecessaryinformationforasmoothinstallation,
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.
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Introduction

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Model: D83EX
Part: DSC83000EX
• Woofer: 8” IMG • Diameter: 9 ” (244mm)
• Tweeter: 1” Aluminum Multi-Motion Pivoting • Grille Diameter: 10” (254mm)
• Frequency Response: 38Hz-20kHz • Cutout Diameter: 8 ” (222mm)
• Power Handling: 50-125 Watts • Mounting Depth: 4 ” (105mm)
• Woofer: 8” IMG • Diameter: 9 ” (244mm)
• Tweeter: Dual 1” Aluminum • Grille Diameter: 10” (254mm)
• Frequency Response: 38Hz-20kHz • Cutout Diameter: 8 ” (222mm)
• Power Handling: 50-125 Watts • Mounting Depth: 4 ” (109mm)
• Woofer: 8” IMG - Fixed Angle • Diameter: 9 ” (244mm)
• Tweeter: 1” Aluminum Multi-Motion Pivoting • Grille Diameter: 10” (254mm)
• Frequency Response: 38Hz-20kHz • Cutout Diameter: 8 ” (222mm)
• Power Handling: 50-125 Watts • Mounting Depth: 4 ” (105mm)
• Woofer: 8” IMG • Diameter: 9 ” (244mm)
• Mid-Range: 4” IMG Multi-motion Pivoting • Grille Diameter: 10” (254mm)
• Tweeter: 1” Aluminum Multi-Motion Pivoting • Cutout Diameter: 8 ” (222mm)
• Frequency Response: 36Hz-20kHz • Mounting Depth: 5 ” (142mm)
• Power Handling: 50-150Watts
EXPLORER SPECIFICATIONS
*All product specifications are subject to change. Please refer to the dealer portal for the latest information.
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Model: D83DT/SUR EX
Part: SCDT83000EX
Model: D83AEX
Part: SCD08030AEX
Model: D85EX
Part: SCD85000EX

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• Woofer: 8” IMG - Fixed Angle • Diameter: 9 ” (244mm)
• Tweeter: 1” Aluminum Multi-Motion Pivoting • Grille Diameter: 10” (254mm)
• Frequency Response: 38Hz-20kHz • Cutout Diameter: 8 ” (222mm)
• Power Handling: 50-125 Watts • Mounting Depth: 4 ” (105mm)
• Woofer: 8” IMG • Diameter: 9 ” (244mm)
• Mid-Range: 4” IMG Multi-motion Pivoting • Grille Diameter: 10” (254mm)
• Tweeter: 1” Aluminum Multi-Motion Pivoting • Cutout Diameter: 8 ” (222mm)
• Frequency Response: 36Hz-20kHz • Mounting Depth: 5 ” (142mm)
• Power Handling: 50-150Watts
• Woofer: 6 ” IMG Pivoting • Diameter: 9 ”(244mm)
• Tweeter: 1” Aluminum • Grille Diameter: 10” (254mm)
• Frequency Response: 45Hz-20kHz • Cutout Diameter: 8 ”(222mm)
• Power Handling: 25-140 Watts • Mounting Depth: 5 ” (140mm) - At 0oTilt
• Mounting Depth: 5 ” (155mm) - At Maximum Tilt
EXPLORER SPECIFICATIONS
*All product specifications are subject to change. Please refer to the dealer portal for the latest information.
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Model: D65EX
Part: SCD65000EX

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In this mode, one channel is fed into both tweeters to be distributed throughout
the area. This way in a multiple-speaker setup, one speaker can be a dedicated
le speaker and another a dedicated right.
Surround (Dipole)
The Dual Tweeter models can be used for either one channel (surround) or two
channels (stereo). A switch is located on the back of the speaker to select which
mode to use. One of the inputs is labeled for surround. This is the input that
should be used if you’re only using one channel.
Dual Tweeters
In this mode, two channels are fed into the speaker: one channel for each tweeter.
This setup is ideal for small rooms such as walk-in closets and bathrooms, as well
as oddly-shaped areas such as hallways. With both le and right channels in one
speaker, only one speaker is needed in smaller rooms. In areas like hallways, both
channels can be evenly distributed throughout the area with multiple speakers.
Stereo (Dipole)
If you are using a dual tweeter speaker in stereo mode (i.e. there are two wires
connected to the speaker: one for the le channel and one for the right), do not
set the switch to surround mode. This could damage the amplifier.
Warning
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Speaker Bayonet Ring Grille Template
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 speak-
er. 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
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Ideally, the two speakers should be
placed an equal distance from the lis-
tener. If the room has a lower ceiling,
the speakers can be closer together.
Also, if the speaker placement is in-
tended for standing (as opposed to
sitting) listeners, the speakers can be
closer together.
Auxiliary Room (2 Speaker Placement)
The Le Rear (LR) and Right Rear (RR)
speakers should be installed just be-
hind the listener, one on either side.
The Center Channel (CC) speaker
should be placed above and slightly
in front of the television, with the Le
Front (LF) and Right Front (RF) speak-
ers placed equidistant to either side.
Home Theater (5 Speaker Placement)
Listening Area
TV
6’ (2m)
3’ (1m)3’ (1m)
Listening Area
TV
6’ (2m)
3’ (1m)3’ (1m)
3’
(1m)
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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
Use a two conductor wire that allows you to identify one conductor from the oth-
er. This designation may be obvious or as subtle as a ridge on one conductor.
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
website. Visit www.originacoustics.com for more information.
For New Construction
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