Proficient PROTEGE C1031 User manual

C1031
10" Ceiling LCR Speaker
WARNING: To avoid possible injury, the PCB-C1000
Mounting Bracket must be used with the C1031
speaker for both new construction and retrofit
installations. The included mounting bracket
was specifically designed to support the weight and size of
the C1031, and to prevent it from coming loose and dropping
from the ceiling. Always use the PCB-C1000 Mounting Bracket
when installing the C1031 speaker.
Thank you for purchasing the C1031 Ceiling LCR Speaker. The
directional woofer and pivoting midrange and tweeter make
the C1031 a perfect choice for in-ceiling home cinema speaker
setups, from stereo and LCR (left-center-right), to 3.1, 5.1 and
7.1 configurations. The three-way speaker system with 10"
woofer brings you an extraordinarily robust music or cinema
experience, while the ±3dB midrange and tweeter adjustments
provide ultimate fine-tuning to room size and acoustics, or
according to personal preference.
• (1) C1031 Ceiling LCR Speaker
• (1) Thin-Bezel Grille held by Neo Magnets
• (1) PCB-C1000 Mounting Bracket
• (1) Cut Out Template
INTRODUCTION PACKAGE CONTENTS
Before installing your C1031 Ceiling LCR Speaker, you should
consider its placement carefully, taking into account the
location of HVAC ducts, electrical conduit, plumbing lines,
and other fixtures. For retrofit installations, this can best be
determined by noting the placement of fixtures and gaining
access to an attic or crawl space for further analysis of the
location of such obstacles.
Prior to the actual installation of the speaker, it will be
necessary to run wiring to the speaker location. After the
wire has been properly installed, you are ready to install the
mounting bracket. For new construction, mount the speaker
after the drywall installation is complete.
Placement in Ceiling: When placing your speaker into the
ceiling, it should be located so that the fixed 15˚ angle woofer
is pointed toward the primary listening area. If the speaker is
positioned away from the primary listening area, simply adjust
the pivoting midrange and tweeter so they are pointed toward it.
Note: To avoid possible damage to the pivoting midrange and
tweeter, read the section entitled “SPEAKER ADJUSTMENTS”
in this manual prior to performing the adjustment. In very
large rooms with low ceilings, it may be necessary to place
additional speakers throughout the room for better coverage.
SPEAKER PLACEMENT & SETUP
The included PCB-C1000 Mounting Bracket is designed for
both new construction & retrofit installations. The PCB-C1000
Mounting Bracket may be installed prior to drywall application
across joists (from 16" to 24" on-center) where a speaker will be
located.
For new construction, always use the PCB-C1000 Mounting
Bracket when installing the C1031 speaker.
To install the mounting bracket in new construction:
1. Find the joists nearest the desired speaker mounting
location. If you need to align the speaker to some other object
or molding in the room, be sure to consider the size of the
baffle flange which extends beyond the mounting hole.
2. Line up bottom of one of the mounting bars with the
bottom of the joist. This will place the screw holes in an “L”
position, flush with the side of the joist, and the mounting ring
“lip” will be facing downward. Attach the mounting bar to the
joist using appropriate wood screws.
3. Make sure that the mounting ring is in a perfectly circular
shape by opening the bracket until the arms come in contact
with the stoppers. Then, line up the bottom of the other
mounting bar with the bottom of the same joist. Attach the
mounting bar to the joist using appropriate wood screws.
4. Stretch both mounting bars to reach the opposite joist, then
line up the bottoms of each mounting bar with the bottom
of the joist. Attach each mounting bar to the joist using
appropriate wood screws.
MOUNTING BRACKET INSTALLATION – NEW CONSTRUCTION (See Diagram 1)
OWNER’S MANUAL

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The included PCB-C1000 Mounting Bracket is designed for
both new construction and retrofit installations. The intelligent
folding design facilitates mounting the bracket through a
speaker cut-out, therefore the mounting bracket may be
installed across 16" to 24" on-center joists after drywall is
installed. Always use the PCB-C1000 Mounting Bracket when
installing the C1031 speaker.
Retrofit Installation - Finished Ceilings
Follow the first set of instructions to prepare the mounting
surface for a professional looking installation. Then, follow the
second set of instructions for the mounting bracket installation.
To prepare the mounting surface in a retrofit installation:
1. Find the joists nearest the desired speaker mounting
location. We highly recommend using a good stud-finder tool
for this procedure. If you need to align the speakers to some
other object or molding in the room, be sure to consider the
size of the baffle which extends beyond the mounting hole.
Please allow 1¼" space from the joist.
2. Mark the hole. A template for setting the hole is provided
in the box. Position the template in the desired position and
pencil an outline on the ceiling.
3. Cut the hole. CAUTION: This is the most important part
of the entire installation. If you are not certain whether any
obstructions exist behind the desired mounting area, you
should start by cutting a small hole in the center of your
penciled mounting hole with a drywall saw, cutting at a 45°
angle towards the inside of the hole. (See Diagram 3) Cutting
the small hole at this angle will make drywall repair much
easier, using the piece cut out. Once you have determined that
there aren’t any obstructions in your desired mounting location,
cut the finished hole at a 90° angle to the ceiling surface.
5. To adjust the position of the mounting ring between the
joists, grab both sides of the mounting ring, where it connects
to the mounting bar, then move the mounting ring into the
desired position.
6. If the area in the ceiling is not already insulated, add an
adequate amount of insulation material to loosely cover where
the speaker will be positioned, being sure that the speaker
wire remains accessible. If the insulation material used is faced
with foil or paper, position the foil or paper away from the
speaker. Adding insulation may also be done after drywall
installation.
The protruding lip of the mounting ring will force the drywall
installers to hang the drywall with an appropriate hole cut out
around the mounting ring lip. After the drywall has been hung
and finished, the speakers are then easily installed following
the instructions for mounting in “SPEAKER INSTALLATION” on
the next page.
CAUTION: Speaker components can get hot while playing
music at moderate to high volume levels. There should be
nothing at all touching the speaker. Material in proximity to
the back of the speaker must have at a minimum 1" or 26mm
clearance for non-flammable materials and more for flam-
mable materials like plastic vapor barriers.
MOUNTING BRACKET INSTALLATION – RETROFIT (See Diagrams 1, 2 & 3)
Diagram 2:
PCB-C1000 Closed Position
Diagram 3:
Ceiling Cut Out
Mounting Ring Lip
Screw Holes
Mounting Ring
Mounting Bar
Diagram 1:
PCB-C1000 Open Position
To install the mounting bracket in a retrofit:
1. Move the mounting bars in opposite directions, so that the
mounting ring folds down to its narrowest width. Collapse the
mounting bars to their shortest length.
2. With the mounting ring lip facing downward, insert
the mounting bracket into the ceiling cavity through the
previously cut hole in the ceiling drywall.
3. Make sure that the mounting ring is in a perfectly circular
shape by opening the bracket until the arms come in contact
with the stoppers, then set it into the ceiling hole. Push one
of the mounting bar L-shaped edges until it is flush with the
joist, and the bottom of the mounting bar lines up with the
bottom of the joist. Attach the mounting bar to the joist using
appropriate wood screws.
4. Push the other mounting bar L-shaped edge until it is flush
with the same joist, and the bottom of the mounting bar lines
up with the bottom of the joist. Attach the mounting bar to
the joist using appropriate wood screws.
5. Stretch both mounting bars to reach the opposite joist, then
line up the bottoms of each mounting bar with the bottom
of the joist. Attach each mounting bar to the joist using
appropriate wood screws.
6. If the area in the ceiling is not already insulated, add an
adequate amount of insulation material to loosely cover where
the speaker will be positioned, being sure that the speaker wire
remains accessible. If the insulation material used is faced with
foil or paper, position the foil or paper away from the speaker.
Please see CAUTION statement above regarding material in
proximity to the speaker.

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The unique integral mounting system incorporated into each
Ceiling LCR Series speaker allows for a quick installation by
following these easy steps:
1. Attach the speaker wire, observing the proper polarity with
your amplifier, + to + and – to –. Make sure the appropriate
channel of the amplifier is connected to the correct speaker
(i.e. left, right or surrounds).
2. Be sure the mounting feet are turned inward to clear the
opening, and insert the speaker into the ceiling. Position the
speaker into the hole, being sure that the angled baffle is
pointed toward the intended direction.
Note: The speaker is designed to flex and conform to any
small imperfections in the ceiling’s surface. Tighten the screws
on the front of the baffle only enough to make the speaker
become snug against the ceiling.
3. As you tighten the screws, the feet automatically flip into an
outward position (See Diagram 4), and begin to tighten from
the backside, thereby clamping the drywall between the feet
and the speaker.
CAUTION: Overtightening may warp the baffle, crack the
ceiling or cause difficulty in aligning the grille.
4. Reattach the grille onto the speaker baffle.
We recommend painting your grille prior to installation. If you
decide to paint it in the future, it's best to remove the grille by
simply detaching it from the speaker. Do not paint the grille
while it's installed on the speaker.
Before painting, be sure to remove the cloth material from
beneath the grille. Once painted, place the cloth back to its
position beneath the grille.
When painting, be careful not to clog the holes of the grille.
The sound of the speaker will be dramatically reduced if the
perforations in the grille are covered in paint.
Proficient recommends only light spray painting using five
parts thinning agent to one part paint.
Mounting Feet
SPEAKER INSTALLATION
PAINTING THE GRILLE
Diagram 4:
Mounting Feet
Diagram 6:
Adjustment Switches
The Ceiling LCR Series speaker comes from the factory with the
midrange and tweeter in line with the 15˚ angle of the woofer.
This will result in the optimal directivity of the speaker system.
However, depending on your particular primary listening area,
room acoustics, ceiling height, or personal preference, you may
find the sound more pleasing by pointing the midrange and/or
tweeter in a particular direction.
For example, if additional treble
is desired in the primary listening
area, point the tweeter toward
that area; and if less treble is
required, point the tweeter away.
Push gently at the edge of the
tweeter to point it in the desired
direction. For optimal directivity
of the midrange, point it towards
the listening area. If you wish to
diffuse the midrange, such as
when using a C1031 as a side-fill
in a 7.1 setup, point the midrange
speaker slightly away from the
listening area.
CAUTION: Avoid touching metal dome tweeters or midrange
speaker surfaces, as damage may occur. Carefully press on the
edge of each pivoting mechanism as indicated. (See Diagram 5)
Tweeter Adjustment:
The switch labeled TREBLE allows
for ±3dB of treble adjustment. Your
speaker shipped with the treble
switch in the middle position,
providing the most linear frequency
response. If you desire more treble,
move the switch to the “+” position,
and the tweeter will play 3dB louder.
If you desire less treble, move the
switch to the “–” position, and
the tweeter will play 3dB softer.
To return to the neutral setting,
move the switch back to the middle
position. (See Diagram 6)
Midrange Adjustment:
The switch labeled MIDRANGE allows for ±3dB of midrange
adjustment. Your speaker shipped with the midrange switch
set to the middle position, providing the most linear frequency
response. If you desire more midrange, move the switch to the
“+” position and the midrange will play 3dB louder. If you desire
less midrange, push the switch to the “–” position and the
midrange will play 3dB softer. To return to the neutral setting,
move the switch back to the middle position. (See Diagram 6)
SPEAKER ADJUSTMENTS
Push Tweeter Here
Push Midrange Here
Diagram 5:
Midrange/Tweeter

SPEAKER SPECIFICATIONS
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
C1031
Woofer: 10" Kevlar Cone
Midrange: 3" Pivoting Kevlar Cone
Tweeter: 1" Pivoting Aluminum Dome
Woofer & Midrange/Tweeter Bridge: Fixed at 15˚ Angle
Contour Switches: ±3dB Midrange & Treble
Power Handling: 200 watts
Frequency Response: 40Hz - 22kHz
Impedance: 4Ω
Sensitivity: 92dB 1W/1m
Grille: Thin-Bezel held by Neo Magnets
Diameter x Depth: 133⁄8" x 75⁄8"
Ceiling Cut-Out: 117⁄8"
Weight: 141⁄4lbs
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