Phase CI6.1 X User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL & INSTALL GUIDE
[CI X SERIES]
CI6.1 X •CI6.2 X •CI7.3 X

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CI6.1 X •CI6.2 X •CI7.3 X
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R[CI X SERIES: ROUND FLUSH MOUNT]
Owners Manual / Installation Instructions
Thank you for purchasing Phase Technology®CI custom installation
speakers. This tenth generation of high performance ceiling mounted
speakers features the same superb sonic performance as our
acclaimed PC Series cabinet speakers in addition to great exibility
and easy installation. The most striking change to the Series X is a
new look with the off-axis tweeter design. This feature maximizes the
speaker’s clarity and imaging by creating an asymmetrical loading
or diffraction pattern, reducing the amount of diffraction normally
caused by a ange-to-ceiling junction. The net result is the best sonic
realism you can buy in an in-ceiling speaker.
All CI Series speakers include self-resetting solid-state PTC protection
circuits. This unique system is able to detect when the speaker is
being over-driven and lowers the speaker volume until the problem
is corrected. The PTC device then resets itself for normal operation.
Other features include our new low prole Micro-Flange grille with
magnetic retainers, liquid-cooled tweeters for greater power handling,
moisture-resistant materials in all of the critical speaker components,
galvanized steel speaker grilles and corrosion resistance hardware.
Regardless of application, serious audiophile listening or home theater,
we recommend that you take the time to read this manual thoroughly
before connecting speakers to your amplier or receiver. In the
highly unlikely event that you should experience a problem with
set-up or operation, please contact one of our authorized dealers
for assistance, or contact us directly.
Phase Technology Corporation
8005 W. 110th St., Suite 208
Overland Park, KS 66210
855.663.5600 (Domestic)/ +1.913.663.5600 (International)
913.663.3200 (Fax)
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3
SPEAKER INSTALLATION 4
WIRING OPTIONS FOR THE CI6.2 X 5
CARING FOR YOUR PHASETECH SPEAKER 6
MAINTENANCE & SERVICE 6
TROUBLESHOOTING 6
WARRANTY 7
SPECIFICATIONS 7
MICRO-FLANGE
GRILLE
[BOX CONTENTS]
1SPEAKER
1 MICRO-FLANGE GRILLE
1 HOLE TEMPLATE

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1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and other instructions
should be followed.
5. Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used near
water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
6. Carts and Stands - The appliance should be used only with a
cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted
to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
8. Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that its
location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation.
For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa,
rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings;
or placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet
[SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS] that may impede the ow of air through the ventilation openings.
9. Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, stoves, or other appliances that produce heat.
10. Power Source - The appliance should be connected to
a power supply only of the type described in the operating
instructions or as marked on the appliance.
11. Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by
items placed up or against them, paying particular attention to
cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they
exit from the appliance.
12. Cleaning - The appliance should be cleaned only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
13. Nonuse Periods - The power cord of the appliance should
be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period
of time.
14. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that
neither objects fall nor liquids spill into the inside of the appliance.
15. Damage Requiring Service - The application should be
serviced by qualied service personnel when:
a. the power supply cord or the plug has been damaged,
b. objects have fallen onto or liquid has been spilled into the
appliance,
c. the appliance has been exposed to rain,
d. the appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance, or
e. the appliance has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
16. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the
appliance beyond those means described in the operating
instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualied
service personnel.
17. Grounding or Polarization - Precautions should be taken so
that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not
defeated.
Explanation of Graphical Symbols
The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert you to the presence
of un-insulated “dangerous voltage: within the product’s
enclosure that may be off sufcient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert you to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
APPLICABLE FOR USA, CANADA OR WHERE APPROVED FOR
USAGE
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE
PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, INSERT FULLY.
ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE
LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRESE ET POUSSER JUSQU AU FOND.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover
(or back). No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualied
service personnel.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

IN
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[SPEAKER INSTALLATION IN A SHEETROCK CEILING]
For proper connection and therefore full enjoyment of your new Phase
Technology speakers, we encourage you to read this owners’ manual
thoroughly, even if you are very familiar with installing speakers.
Speaker placement is very subjective. Placement follows the guidelines
for the developers of in-ceiling speakers, yet is also guided by personal
preferences. The proper spacing, location and adjustment of in-ceiling
speakers are critical for complete enjoyment of your new speakers.
This manual covers these topics thoroughly.
STEP 1: Choose the appropriate mounting location for each speaker.
NOTE: When deciding upon a location, consider the following:
• Be certain your speaker wires can be run to or are accessible from
these locations.
• Make certain the wall or ceiling material is sturdy enough to support
the weight and vibration of the speakers.
• It is recommended that our pre-construction rough-in brackets (part
number RB-21 for CI6.1 & CI6.2, RB-22 for CI7.3) be used
whenever possible in new construction.
• Be certain the area behind the speaker is free of obstacles such as
wall studs, electrical wiring, pipes, etc.
• Each speaker should be positioned properly, relative to the listening
area for good coverage.
• Audio performance and room-to-room isolation will be improved if
there is some berglass insulation placed loosely behind the speaker.
STEP 2: Using the supplied cutout template, carefully mark the area
to be cut out. (Fig. 1) Using a drywall knife or saw, cut a hole in the
drywall and prepare the speaker wires for connection to the speaker
terminals.
STEP 3: Connect the speaker wires to the spring-loaded input terminals
(Fig. 2) on the rear of the speaker, making sure no loose strands are
exposed. If connecting the CI6.2 X, see “Wiring Options for the CI6.2
X”.
STEP 4: Carefully place the speaker in the hole cut into the ceiling.
Loosen the clamping screws one turn (counter clockwise) to release
the clamp (Fig. 3). Next, tighten all four speaker clamp screws evenly
to secure the speaker to the wall. It is best to tighten each screw with
the same amount of force (torque). clamping screws are indicated by
an arrow cast into the baffel. CAUTION: DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN.
STEP 5: Using some familiar source material, listen to the tweeter’s
balance with the level control in each of its three positions to nd your
favorite tonal balance.
STEP 6: Carefully replace the grille by pressing it onto the speaker
(Fig. 4). The grille will snap into place using magenets. Enjoy!
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[FIG. 1]
[FIG. 2]
[FIG. 3]
[FIG. 4]
MOUNTING DEPTHS
CI6.1 X & CI6.2 X:
4.375” D
CI7.3 X: 5” D
HOLE DIAMETERS
CI6.1 X & CI6.2 X:
7.875” DIA
CI7.3 X: 9.625” DIA

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[FIG. 5A]
[FIG. 5B]
[FIG. 5C]
[FIG. 5D]
Right Channel
Jumper Plugs
stereo position
IN
MONO
STEREO
Right Channel
Jumper Plugs
stereo position
Left Channel
IN
MONO
STEREO
Left Channel
Jumper Plugs
mono position (Bi-pole/di-pole)
IN
MONO
STEREO
[WIRING OPTIONS FOR THE CI6.2 X]
For proper connection and therefore full enjoyment of your new Phase
Technology speakers, we encourage you to read this owners’ manual
thoroughly, even if you are very familiar with installing speakers.
Speaker placement is very subjective. Placement follows the guidelines
for the developers of in-ceiling speakers, yet is also guided by personal
preferences. The proper spacing, location and adjustment of in-ceiling
speakers are critical for complete enjoyment of your new speakers.
This manual covers these topics thoroughly.
STEREO FIG. 5A-8 ohms: Use this conguration to drive one channel
(left OR right) of a stereo pair. Set jumper plugs in the stereo position.
Connect the right or left signal wire to the right set of terminals on the
rear of the speaker.
STEREO POINT SOURCE FIG. 5B-8 ohms: Use this conguration to
combine left AND right channels for full delity sound from a single
loud-speaker stereo source. Set jumper plugs in the stereo position.
Connect right and left signal wires to the spring-loaded terminals on
the rear of the speaker.
MONO/STEREO FIG. 5C-4 ohms: Use this conguration to drive one
channel (left OR right) of a stereo pair with a 4 ohm speaker load. Set
jumper plugs in the mono position. Connect the right or left signal wire
to the left set of posts on the rear of the speaker. Acoustic output of
the speaker is increased by 3 dB in this conguration.
BIPOLE/DIPOLE FIG. 5D-4 ohms: Use this conguration for home
theater surround applications. For bipole mode, connect as in the
Mono/Stereo instructions (FIG.3): one speaker to each surround
channel. For dipole mode, connect speaker inputs the same as Mono/
Stereo instructions (FIG.3), but reverse the +and –connections of the
red and black tweeter wires to put one of the tweeters out of phase.

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[CARING FOR YOUR PHASE TECHNOLOGY SPEAKER]
All Phase Technology speakers are nished with a high degree of craftsmanship in either hand polished paint or vinyl laminates. We recommend
using a lint-free rag with a small amount of glass cleaner to maintain the long-lasting beauty of the nish. Avoid products containing silicones,
oils, oil derivatives, or solvents. Enclosures nished in vinyl laminates may be cleaned with a damp cloth as necessary.
[MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE]
Because of Phase Technology’s uncompromising quality control programs, it’s unlikely that your speakers will ever need service if connected
and used as outlined in this Owners’ Manual. In the unlikely event that a problem does occur, please contact your Phase Technology dealer.
Your dealer has the necessary factory-authorized parts and trained technicians to quickly restore your speaker to its original performance
specications.
[TROUBLESHOOTING]
NO SOUND
1. Verify that all components are plugged in and turned on.
2. Check all speaker wires and cables for loose connections.
3. Check to see if you have selected the proper source on your amplier.
VOICES DO NOT APPEAR TO COME FROM BETWEEN THE SPEAKERS / BASS RESPONSE IS WEAK
1. Verify that all speaker connections from the amplier to the speakers are running PLUS+ to PLUS+ and MINUS- to MINUS-.
2. Check to see if there are any furnishings or plants that may be blocking the output of a speaker.
SOUND, BUT NO BASS (MOST LIKELY IN SYSTEMS WITH A SUBWOOFER)
1. Verify that the subwoofer is plugged into an AC outlet and power is turned on.
2. Check that the speaker wire / cable going from the amplier/receiver to the subwoofer is securely fastened.
3. Check the volume control of the subwoofer.
4. Refer to your amplier/receiver manual to make sure you have adjusted its bass output properly.
MUDDY OR BOOMY BASS
1. Check the volume control for the subwoofer. Excess volume can cause speakers to sound distorted and unnatural.
2. Try adjusting the crossover control on the subwoofer or the subwoofer setup on your receiver to a slightly lower frequency (example:
reduce from 120 Hz to 80 or 60 Hz).
3. If the subwoofer or full size speaker is close to a corner, side or back wall, try moving it away from the wall. This may reduce the
“boomy” bass considerably.
4. Bookshelf speakers placed in a semi-enclosed space or cabinet can articially emphasize bass output. Reduce the bass control on
your amplier or move the speakers to the front of the cabinet. Alternatively, reposition the speakers to a more open location.
DISTORTED SOUND FROM THE SPEAKERS
1. This problem is usually caused by setting the volume control too high. Reduce the amplier/receiver volume to a lower level.
2. If noise and distortion are audible at higher volume levels, your amplier may not be powerful enough. Consider upgrading to a unit
with higher power.
NOTE: Remember, even though your Phase Technology speakers can handle considerable power levels, ANY speaker if used improperly can
be damaged. Consult your Phase Technology dealer for assistance in choosing a new amplier or receiver.

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DESCRIPTION
TWEETER
WOOFER
RMS
FREQUENCY
SENSITIVITY
IMPEDANCE
DIMENSIONS
CUTOUT DIMENSIONS
MOUNTING DEPTH
WEIGHT
GRILLE
ACCESSORIES
SPEAKER
IMAGES
6.5” 2-Way In-Ceiling Speaker
1” Variable Axis Soft Dome
6.5” Woven Glass Fiber w/ NBR
Surround
10 - 150 Watts
40 Hz - 22 kHz
90 dB
8 Ohms
9.34” Diameter x 4.625” Depth
7.875” Diameter
4.375”
4.5 lbs.
White Powder-Coated Galvanized Steel
Micro-Flange
Pre-Construction Bracket (RB-21)
6.5” Switchable In-Ceiling Surround
(2) .75” Pivoting Patented Soft Dome
6.5” Woven Glass Fiber w/ NBR
Surround
10 - 100 Watts
45 Hz - 22 kHz
91 dB
8 Ohms
9.34” Diameter x 4.625” Depth
7.875” Diameter
4.375”
4.5 lbs.
White Powder-Coated Galvanized Steel
Micro-Flange
Pre-Construction Bracket (RB-21)
8” 3-Way In-Ceiling Speaker
1” Variable Axis Soft Dome
8” Woven Glass Fiber w/ NBR
Surround
15 - 200 Watts
38 Hz - 22 kHz
92 dB
8 Ohms
11” Diameter x 5.25” Depth
9.625” Diameter
5”
6 lbs.
White Powder-Coated Galvanized Steel
Micro-Flange
Pre-Construction Bracket (RB-22)
CI6.1 X CI6.2 X CI7.3 X
[WARRANTY]
LIMITED WARRANTY: Phase Technology warrants its loudspeakers to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period
of ten (10) years for speaker product, limited lifetime for CI speakers, and three (3) years for the electronic components to the original
purchaser. Purchase must be made from an authorized Phase Technology dealer.
This warranty does not cover service or parts to repair damage caused by misuse, abuse, damage while in transit, alterations,
unauthorized repairs, failure to follow instructions, re, ood or any other cause beyond the reasonable control of Phase Technology.
Defects in speaker cabinets or grilles must be brought to the attention of your dealer immediately after purchase. This warranty will be
void if the products’ serial number has been altered or removed.
Should your Phase Technology product require service, please call the MSE Audio customer service department for a return authorization.
All merchandise returned to Phase Technology without prior authorization will be refused. For your return authorization number, please
call 855.663.5600 or email [e-mail].

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