Phase CI110 II User manual

[CI CUSTOM INSTALLATION SERIES] CI110 II
TE CH NO LO GY
ROWNER’S MANUAL & INSTALL GUIDE
Thank you for purchasing the Phase Technology®CI110 II high denition in-wall speaker
system. The mounting frame of extruded aluminum has a uniquely designed self-aligning
clamping system to secure the ange assembly to the drywall. This patent pending design
simplies installation and reduces unwanted wall vibration resulting in improved performance
and denition.
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.
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.
[GETTING STARTED]
FOR EFFICIENT INSTALLATION, YOU WILL NEED THE FOLLOWING TOOLS: • ELECTRIC SCREWDRIVER (DRILL) WITH PHILIPS BIT • TAPE MEASURE
•STUD-FINDER • 3/32” STANDARD SCREWDRIVER • DRYWALL SAW OR KNIFE • BUBBLE LEVEL • PENCIL
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 2
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES 3
SPEAKER INSTALLATION 3
CARING FOR YOUR SPEAKER 4
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 4
WARRANTY 4
SPECIFICATIONS 4
AIMABLE
TWEETER
GRILLE
FLANGE ASSEMBLY
SELF-ALIGNING
CLAMPING SYSTEM
SPEAKER/BAFFLE ASSEMBLY
BAFFLE
CLAMP
SCREWS
(6x)

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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

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[INSTALLATION GUIDELINES]
When selecting the speaker mounting location, it is prudent to take a few extra minutes to carefully inspect and measure the wall or
ceiling area where you intend to mount the CI110 II. An inspection of the room or rooms that back-up to the wall you have selected
for mounting the CI110 II, can often alert you to potential obstacles. For example, if the wall you want to mount into happens to be the
common wall for a bathroom or kitchen, there is a good chance you will encounter water or sewer pipes in the wall that will not be
detected by a stud-nder. An electronic stud-nder is a useful tool to assist you in selecting the speaker placement, however be cautious
as they often give false readings.
Drilling a .5” inspection hole will save you time and eliminate the need to elaborate drywall repair. If you are unable to see into the hole,
use a stiff piece of wire or coat hanger with a right angle bend 5” - 6” from one end. Insert the wire into the inspection hole and spin in
all directions. If you do not hit any obstructions, such as wood or pipes, it is usually safe to proceed. If any obstructions are detected, an
alternate location should be selected. You will want to center the speaker equidistant between studs when possible – if your mounting
position places the speaker ange close to a stud, you may remove the clamp assembly on that side and secure the ange directly to
the stud using drywall or wood screws.
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 RB5) 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.
[SPEAKER INSTALLATION]
STEP 1: The cutout opening for the CI110 II is 20.375” X 8.875”. Place the cutout template against the wall surface and align it using
your bubble level. Hold, tape or staple the template in place and trace around the perimeter of the template with a pencil. Remove the
template and begin cutting on the pencil line.
STEP 2: When the cutout is complete, carefully remove the drywall piece from the opening. You now have a large opening to facilitate
pulling your speaker wire. We recommend 16 gauge or heavier wire be used with the CI110 II. Contact your Phase Technology®Dealer
for a recommendation.
STEP 3: We recommend a piece of berglass insulation for maximum performance. It is available from your local home center. Be
careful not to overstuff the cutout – one piece the length of the opening will be adequate.
STEP 4: Carefully remove the speaker bafe from the aluminum frame assembly and set aside. Remove the ange assembly from the
packing carton. The ange assembly must make a good seal to insure maximum performance. You will nd two L-shaped foam gasket
pieces in the bottom of the carton. Peel the removable tape from the gasket and stick the adhesive side to the backside of the ange.
Upon installation of the ange assembly gasket will contact the front wall surface to form an airtight seal.
STEP 5: When you remove the ange assembly from the packing carton, you will notice the screws used to retain the clamp assembly
are fully extended. To place the ange assembly into the wall push the clamp assemblies toward the center of the ange opening; the
holes in the ange will allow the mounting screws to tilt toward the center opening enough to insert the ange assembly into the wall.
Insert the right side into the wall cutout and slide the complete assembly to the right. This will enable you to then t the left side clamp
assembly into the cutout. Center the entire assembly in the opening.
STEP 6: Pinch the self-aligning clamp assembly inside the wall until it contacts the backside of the drywall surface. This will force the
three retaining screws to protrude from the front of the ange. Continue to hold the clamp with one hand and use the electric screwdriver
to tighten the center screw of the ange. Once snug, repeat the procedure on the other clamp assembly. Using your level, verify the
mounting frame is correctly aligned in the opening. Make any necessary adjustments then tighten the remaining screws until the frame
is snug and securely clamping the wallboard. Avoid over-tightening the screws.
STEP 7: You are now ready to install the speaker bafe into the mounting ange. An Euro-connector is supplied on the crossover board.

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“Speakers for your Life” is a trademark of MSE Audio, Overland Park, Kansas USA. Phase Technology is part of MSE Audio®. www.phasetech.com.
[SPECIFICATIONS]
TWEETER
WOOFER
RMS
FREQUENCY
SENSITIVITY
IMPEDANCE
CROSSOVER
DIMENSIONS
CUTOUT DIMENSIONS
MOUNTING DEPTH
WEIGHT
GRILLE
ACCESSORIES
1” Patented Pivoting Woven Synthetic Soft Dome
6.5” RPF™Flat-Piston & Kevlar Composite w/ NBR Surround
20 - 150 W
32 Hz - 22 kHz
91 dB
8Ω
2-Way Absolute Phase™
21.5” H x 10” W x 4.25” D
20.375” H x 8.875” W
4”
21 lbs.
Paintable White Powder-Coated Galvanized Steel
Pre-Construction Bracket (RB-5),CI-FGQM/S Flange & Grille
(extends over edge)
CI110 II
[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].
This is a two-piece connector intended to make installation easier. Unplug the male portion of the connector from the circuit board.
Insert the positive and negative conductors of your speaker wire into the screw terminal using care to properly connect the + & - leads
correctly. Using a 3/32” standard screwdriver, tighten the screws in the connector to secure the wire.
STEP 8: When mounting the speaker bafe into the ange, pay particular attention to insure the speaker is mounted right side up. The
rear panel of the bafe is marked for correct installation. Optimum performance may only be achieved when the speaker is mounted
correctly. Plug the connector into the crossover observing the correct polarity then install the bafe into the ange assembly. Six screws
are supplied to secure the bafe to the ange. Hold the bafe in position until you have at least two screws properly secured.
STEP 9: Insert the grille assembly by applying light pressure at each corner of the grill until ush with the ange assembly. A paint
shield is supplied with each grille to protect the drivers in the event the customer wants the grill and ange assembly painted to match
the wall color. Once the paint has dried, remove the paint shield and re-insert the grille. NOTE: A paper clip bent to have a small hook
approximately 1/8” long makes a convenient tool for removing CI grilles without scratching the nish.
[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. Use a damp cloth on enclosures nished in vinyl laminates.
[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.
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