Russound ACCLAIM - User manual

Acclaim™
Architectural Loudspeakers
Superb clarity for the
discriminating music or
home theater enthusiast

Acclaim 7 Series
Russound’s new Acclaim 7 Series
loudspeakers fill your home with clear high-
fidelity sound. Ultra-light weight materials
and rigid chassis designs provide the
Acclaim 7 Series with enhanced power
handling and greater efficiency over previous
Russound loudspeaker models.
When performance and clarity are
paramount, Russound’s Acclaim 7 Series
speakers deliver superb sound through
innovative materials and design.
7.0” In-ceiling
7W76

Acclaim 5 Series
The Acclaim 5 Series redefines affordable
performance in architectural loudspeakers.
Featuring advanced design and materials,
the Acclaim 5 Series is engineered to deliver
accurate sound with quality and value.
For quality and performance, the Acclaim
5 Series speakers provide an excellent
alternative to more expensive speakers
without compromise to aesthetics or
efficiency.
8.0” In-ceiling
Single Point Stereo
5C51

tailored to provide
When Russound embarked on the mission
to design the Acclaim family of architectural
loudspeakers, we set the bar high. As a
leader in the custom installation market
place, our goal was to create speakers that
deliver superior performance for a wide range
of multiroom audio installations including
background music, dedicated listening and
home theater environments.
superior
performance
of essential
elements
perfect balance
To achieve this goal, our acoustical engineers
used the following targets: improved off-axis
response, increased structural rigidity, greater
power handling, higher efficiency and a
comprehensive range of sizes and applications.
With these elements in hand, Russound crafted
the Acclaim 5 and 7 Series lines of speakers,
each tailored to provide the necessary elements
and features for any home.

5 Series
7 Series
5C625C61S5C615C51S5C51
7C727C577C51 7C74 7C74S
of essential
elements
For improved off-axis listening, all Acclaim 7 Series
speakers utilize pivoting tweeters and asymmetrical
high-slope crossovers that provide a truly “blended”
sound in any environment.
on target, off axis
Type: 2-way in-ceiling In-ceiling single point stereo 2-way in-ceiling In-ceiling single point stereo 2-way in-ceiling
Woofer: 5.25” (13.3 cm)
Polypropylene cone
5.25” (13.3 cm)
Polypropylene cone
6.5” (16.5 cm)
Polypropylene cone
6.5” (16.5 cm)
Polypropylene cone
6.5” (16.5 cm)
Polypropylene cone
Tweeter: Pivoting 0.5” (13 mm)
Polyetherimide
(2) 0.5” (13 mm)
Polyetherimide
Pivoting 0.5” (13 mm)
Polyetherimide
(2) 0.5” (13 mm)
Polyetherimide
Pivoting 1.0” (25 mm)
Silk
Frequency response: 54Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB 49Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB 46Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB 43Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB 46Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB
Sensitivity: 87dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 86dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 87dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 88dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 87dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m
Nominal impedance: 8 ohms 6/6 ohms 8 ohms 6/6 ohms 8 ohms
Recommended power: 10-75 watts RMS 10-75 watts RMS 10-75 watts RMS 10-75 watts RMS 10-85 watts RMS
Overall dimensions: 8.2’’ dia. (21 cm) 8.2’’ dia. (21 cm) 9.83’’ dia. (25 cm) 9.83’’ dia. (25 cm) 9.83’’ dia. (25 cm)
Cutout dimensions: 6.75” dia. (17.1 cm) 6.75” dia. (17.1 cm) 8.375” dia. (21.3 cm) 8.375” dia. (21.3 cm) 8.375” dia. (21.3 cm)
Mounting depth: 3.0” (7.6 cm) 3.0” (7.6 cm) 3.5” (8.9 cm) 3.5” (8.9 cm) 3.5” (8.9 cm)
Grille Type: Steel Steel Steel Steel Steel
Type: 2-way in-ceiling 2-way in-ceiling 2-way in-ceilling 2-way in-ceilling In-ceiling single point stereo
Woofer: 5.25” (13.3 cm)
Polypropylene cone
5.25” (13.3 cm)
Woven Kevlar
7.0” (17.8 cm)
Polypropylene cone
7.0” (17.8 cm)
IMPP ribbed cone
7.0” (17.8 cm)
IMPP ribbed cone
Tweeter: Pivoting 0.5” (13 mm)
Polyetherimide
Pivoting 1.0” (25 mm)
Aluminum/Magnesium alloy
Pivoting 1.0” (25 mm)
Silk
Pivoting 1.0” (25 mm)
Silk
(2) 1.0” (25 mm)
Silk
Frequency response: 45Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB 47Hz-27kHz -6dB/±3dB 38Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB 34Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB 28Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB
Sensitivity: 87.5dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 88dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 91dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 90dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 90dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m
Nominal impedance: 6 ohms 4/5/6 ohms 6 ohms 6 ohms 6/6 ohms
Recommended power: 10-75 watts RMS 10-125 watts RMS 10-85 watts RMS 10-100 watts RMS 10-100 watts RMS
Frequency Adjustment: N/A Treble & Bass switches
(+3/0/-3dB)
N/A N/A N/A
Terminals: Spring terminals Nickel Plated binding post Spring terminals Spring terminals Spring terminals
Dispersion adjustment: Twist & Tilt, 0° or 15° angle Twist & Tilt, 0° or 15° angle Twist & Tilt, 0° or 15° angle Twist & Tilt, 0° or 15° angle Twist & Tilt, 0° or 15° angle
Overall dimensions: 8.25’’ dia. (21 cm) 8.25’’ dia. (21 cm) 9.75’’ dia. (24.8 cm) 9.75’’ dia. (24.8 cm) 9.75’’ dia. (24.8 cm)
Cutout dimensions: 6.75” dia. (17.1 cm) 6.75” dia. (17.1 cm) 8.375” dia. (21.3 cm) 8.375” dia. (21.3 cm) 8.375” dia. (21.3 cm)
Mounting depth: 4.5” (11.4 cm) at 15° tilt 4.5” (11.4 cm) at 15° tilt 4.5” (11.4 cm) at 15° tilt 4.5” (11.4 cm) at 15° tilt 4.5” (11.4 cm) at 15° tilt
Grille Type: Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum
Off-axis Response
Russound’s Acclaim 7 Series speaker vs. our competition’s offering measured
30° off-axis at 1 meter. (A) indicates the typical hole in frequency response
when listening off-axis. The high slope crossover used in Acclaim 7 speakers
prevents the “hole,” providing better off-axis sound. (B) demonstrates how
the Acclaim’s Aluminum/Magnesium alloy tweeters have been designed
to minimize the 15 kHz break-up peak common in the typical metal dome
tweeters used by our competition.
5 Series
5 Series
7 Series
7 Series

In-ceiling single point stereo 2-way in-ceiling 2-way in-ceiling 2-way in-ceiling In-ceiling single point stereo
6.5” (16.5 cm)
IMPP with Kevlar fibers
8.0” (20.3 cm)
Polypropylene cone
8.0” (16.5 cm)
IMPP with Kevlar fibers
8.0” (20.3 cm)
Aluminum
8.0” (20.3 cm)
Aluminum
(2) 0.5” (13 mm)
Silk
Pivoting 1.0” (25 mm)
Silk
Pivoting 1.0” (25 mm)
Silk
Pivoting 1.0” (25 mm)
Titanium
(2) 1.0” (25 mm)
Titanium
40Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB 30Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB 28Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB 32Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB 37Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB
88dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 88dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 89dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 90dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 89dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m
6/6 ohms 8 ohms 8 ohms 8 ohms 6/6 ohms
10-100 watts RMS 10-125 watts RMS 10-150 watts RMS 10-150 watts RMS 10-150 watts RMS
9.83’’ dia. (25 cm) 11.35’’ dia. (28.8 cm) 11.35’’ dia. (28.8 cm) 11.35’’ dia. (28.8 cm) 11.35’’ dia. (28.8 cm)
8.375” dia. (21.3 cm) 9.875” dia. (25 cm) 9.875” dia. (25 cm) 9.875” dia. (25 cm) 9.875” dia. (25 cm)
3.5” (8.9 cm) 4.2” (10.70 cm) 4.2” (10.70 cm) 4.2” (10.70 cm) 4.2” (10.70 cm)
Steel Steel Steel Steel Steel
5C84 5C85 5C85S5C825C64S
isolation, sounds so good
7C857C787C777C767C75 7C85S 7C86
2-way in-ceilling 2-way in-ceilling 2-way in-ceilling 2-way in-ceilling 2-way in-ceilling In-ceiling single point stereo 2-way in-ceilling
7.0” (17.8 cm)
Aluminum
7.0” (17.8 cm)
Kevlar
7.0” (17.8 cm)
Treated Kevlar
7.0” (17.8 cm)
Carbon Fiber
8.0” (20.3 cm)
Aluminum
8.0” (20.3 cm)
Aluminum
8.0” (20.3 cm)
Kevlar
Pivoting 1.0” (25 mm)
Teteron®
Pivoting 1.0” (25 mm)
Titanium
Pivoting 1.0” (25 mm)
Aluminum/Magnesium alloy
Pivoting 1.0” (25 mm)
Aluminum/Magnesium alloy
Pivoting 1.0” (25 mm)
Teteron®
(2) 1.0” (25 mm)
Teteron®
Pivoting 1.0” (25 mm)
Titanium
36Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB 42Hz-22kHz -6dB/±3dB 42Hz-27kHz -6dB/±3dB 35Hz-27kHz -6dB/±3dB 21Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB 25Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB 32Hz-22kHz -6dB/±3dB
90dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 90dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 90dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 90dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 91dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 91dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 91dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m
6 ohms 4/5/6 ohms 4/5/6 ohms 4/5/6 ohms 6 ohms 6/6 ohms 4/5/6 ohms
10-125 watts RMS 10-150 watts RMS 10-175 watts RMS 10-200 watts RMS 10-125 watts RMS 10-125 watts RMS 10-150 watts RMS
N/A Treble & Bass switches
(+3/0/-3dB)
Treble & Bass switches
(+3/0/-3dB)
Treble & Bass switches
(+3/0/-3dB)
N/A N/A Treble & Bass switches
(+3/0/-3dB)
Nickel binding posts Gold Plated binding posts Gold Plated binding posts Gold Plated binding posts Nickel binding posts Nickel binding posts Gold plated binding posts
Twist & Tilt, 0° or 15° angle Twist & Tilt, 0° or 15° angle Twist & Tilt, 0° or 15° angle Twist & Tilt, 0° or 15° angle Twist & Tilt, 0° or 15° angle Twist & Tilt, 0° or 15° angle Twist & Tilt, 0° or 15° angle
9.75’’ dia. (24.8 cm) 9.75’’ dia. (24.8 cm) 9.75’’ dia. (24.8 cm) 9.75’’ dia. (24.8 cm) 11.25’’ dia. (28.6 cm) 11.25’’ dia. (28.6 cm) 11.25’’ dia. (28.6 cm)
8.375” dia. (21.3 cm) 8.375” dia. (21.3 cm) 8.375” dia. (21.3 cm) 8.375” dia. (21.3 cm) 9.875” dia. (25 cm) 9.875” dia. (25 cm) 9.875” dia. (25 cm)
4.5” (11.4 cm) at 15° tilt 4.5” (11.4 cm) at 15° tilt 4.5” (11.4 cm) at 15° tilt 4.5” (11.4 cm) at 15° tilt 5” (12.7 cm) at 15° tilt 5” (12.7 cm) at 15° tilt 5.125” (12.7 cm) at 15° tilt
Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum
In-wall models implement our patented
Iso-Mount™ chassis design, which uses
a proprietary therompolymer
isolation gasket to reduce
vibration transmission into
wall cavities for increased
sound clarity.
Russound Acclaim speakers Brand X speakers
ISO-Mount Dampening
200 500 1K 2K 5K 10K
20K
-61 db
-68 db
-71 db
-76 db
-81 db
-86 db
Acclaim Brand X
*Conceptual rendering. Actual performance may vary.
ISO-Mount Dampening
Russound’s patented Iso-Mount technology reduces energy transferred from a speaker to its
mounting surface, preventing distortion common with our competitor’s wall-mounted speakers.

5W875W645W62
7W867W777W767W75 7W55LCR 7W57LCR
better baffles, better sound
Type: 2-way in-wall 2-way in-wall 2-way in-wall
Woofer: 6.5” (16.5 cm)
Polypropylene cone
6.5” (16.5 cm)
IMPP with Kevlar fibers
8.0” (20.3 cm)
Kevlar
Tweeter: Pivoting 1.0” (25 mm)
Silk
Pivoting 1.0” (25 mm)
Silk
Pivoting 1.0” (25 mm)
Titanium
Frequency response: 46Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB 44Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB 35Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB
Sensitivity: 87dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 87dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 90dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m
Nominal impedance: 8 ohms 8 ohms 6/8 ohms
Recommended power: 10-85 watts RMS 10-100 watts RMS 10-175 watts RMS
Overall dimensions: 12.2’’H x 8.2’’W
(31 cm x 21 cm)
12.2’’H x 8.2’’W
(31 cm x 21 cm)
14.8’’H x 10.1’’W
(37.6 cm x 25.7 cm)
Cutout dimensions: 10.75’’H x 6.75’’W
(27.3 cm x 17.1 cm)
10.75’’H x 6.75’’W
(27.3 cm x 17.1 cm)
13.375’’H x 8.75’’W
(34 cm x 22.2 cm)
Mounting depth: 3.3” (8.4 cm) 3.3” (8.4 cm) 3.94” (10 cm)
Grille Type: Steel Steel Steel
Type: 2-way in-wall 2-way in-wall 2-way in-wall 3-way in-wall 2-way in-wall LCR 2-way in-wall LCR
Woofer: 7.0” (17.8 cm)
Aluminum
7.0” (17.8 cm)
Woven Yellow Kevlar
7.0” (17.8 cm)
Treated Black Kevlar
8.0” (20.3 cm)
Woven Yellow Kevlar
(2) 5.25” (13.3 cm)
Aluminum
(2) 5.25” (13.3 cm)
Treated Black Kevlar
Tweeter: Pivoting 1.0” (25 mm)
Teteron®
Pivoting 1.0” (25 mm)
Titanium
Pivoting 1.0” (25 mm)
Aluminum/Magnesium alloy
Pivoting 1.0” (25 mm)
Titanium tweeter &
3.0” Polypropylene midrange
Pivoting 1.0” (13 mm)
Teteron®
Pivoting 1.0” (25 mm)
Aluminum/Magnesium alloy
Frequency response: 36Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB 42Hz-22kHz -6dB/±3dB 42Hz-27kHz -6dB/±3dB 32Hz-22kHz -6dB/±3dB 44Hz-20kHz -6dB/±3dB 41Hz-27kHz -6dB/±3dB
Sensitivity: 88dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 90.5dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 90.5dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 90dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 90dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m 90dB SPL 2.83V @ 1m
Nominal impedance: 6 ohms 4/5/6 ohms 4/5/6 ohms 4/5/6 ohms 4/5/6 ohms 4/5/6 ohms
Recommended power: 10-125 watts RMS 10-150 watts RMS 10-175 watts RMS 10-150 watts RMS 10-100 watts RMS 10-150 watts RMS
Frequency Adjustment: N/A Treble & Bass switches
(+3/0/-3dB)
Treble & Bass switches
(+3/0/-3dB)
Treble & Bass switches
(+3/0/-3dB)
Treble & Bass switches
(+3/0/-3dB)
Treble & Bass switches
(+3/0/-3dB)
Terminals: Nickel binding posts Gold plated binding posts Gold plated binding posts Gold plated binding posts Nickel Plated binding post Gold Plated binding posts
Dispersion adjustment: Iso-Mount thermopolymer
isolation mounting gasket
Iso-Mount thermopolymer
isolation mounting gasket
Iso-Mount thermopolymer
isolation mounting gasket
Iso-Mount thermopolymer
isolation mounting gasket
Iso-Mount thermopolymer
isolation mounting gasket
Iso-Mount thermopolymer
isolation mounting gasket
Overall dimensions: 14.5’’H x 9.75’’W
(36.8 cm x 24.8 cm)
14.5’’H x 9.75’’W
(36.8 cm x 24.8 cm)
14.5’’H x 9.75’’W
(36.8 cm x 24.8 cm)
16.625’’H x 10.625’’W
(42.2 cm x 27 cm)
9’’H x 15.75’’W
(30 cm x 40 cm)
9’’H x 15.75’’W
(30 cm x 40 cm)
Cutout dimensions: 13”H x 8.25’’W
(33 cm x 21 cm)
13”H x 8.25’’W
(33 cm x 21 cm)
13”H x 8.25’’W
(33 cm x 21 cm)
15.125”H x 9.125’’W
(38.4 cm x 23.2 cm)
7.25”H x 14.25’’W
(18.4 cm x 36.2 cm)
7.25”H x 14.25’’W
(18.4 cm x 36.2 cm)
Mounting depth: 3.6” (9.1 cm) 3.9” (9.9 cm) 3.9” (9.9 cm) 3.9” (9.9 cm) 3.9” (9.9 cm) 3.9” (9.9 cm)
Grille Type: Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum
Twist & Tilt
In-ceiling models feature
Russound’s patented Twist &
Tilt™ technology, which allows the
driver and basket assembly to be
tilted 15° to focus output toward
the chosen listening area.
The Acclaim 5 and 7 Series feature baffles
that are more rigid than previous Russound
speaker models. Increased baffle rigidity
allows for better bass and improved midrange
detail while reducing resonance and
eliminating unwanted vibrations.

Since 1967, innovation, quality and reliability have been the core of the Russound product tradition. Today, Russound offers everything for enjoying multiroom audio-video in your home.
All audio-video distributed solutions are built to high standards and designed with the unique consideration of making products that are a pleasure to live with and enjoy.
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Flexbox Back Boxes
Flexbox speaker back boxes reduce background
noise, provide a moisture barrier, diffuse distortion and
improve sound quality. The flexible construction allows
for easy installation in retrofit and new construction
settings. Both models are flame retardant and meet
ASTM E119 and UL 263/ NFPA 251 (1Hour) and
ASTM E84/NFPA 70 Plenum standards.
Speaker Rough-in Brackets
These brackets let you stake out your speaker
mounting position before the drywall goes up in your
new home. The included wings make it possible to
install this bracket between most joists or rafters.
5.25” In-ceiling
Rough-in Bracket
SB-C50
6.5” or 7.0” In-ceiling
Rough-in Bracket
SB-C67
8” In-ceiling
Rough-in Bracket
SB-C80
6.25” In-wall
Rough-in Bracket
SB-W60
8” In-wall
Rough-in Bracket
SB-W80
Acclaim 7 Series
5.25” LCR In-wall
Rough-in Bracket
SB-7LCR
Acclaim 7 Series
7” In-wall
Rough-in Bracket
SB-W70
Acclaim 7 Series
8” 3-way In-wall
Rough-in Bracket
SB-W83
LR3155-0002 03/09
Flexbox
Fire Rated In-ceiling Back Box
FBC1-FR
Dimensions:
14”W x 6”D x 17.5”H
(355 x 152 x 445 mm)
Weight
6.7 lbs (3 kg)
Flexbox
Fire Rated In-wall Back Box
FBW1-FR
Dimensions:
14.5”W x 3.5”D x 16”H
(368 x 89 x 406 mm)
Weight
5.4 lb (2.4 kg)