Sonance 625 User manual

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing Sonance® Original Series Medium
in-wall speakers. When properly installed, your new speakers
will give you years of entertainment pleasure.
Safety Warning:
theSe SpeakerS have faStMount
®
tabS that prevent the Speaker froM
falling out of the Mounting hole during the inStallation proceSS.
the edgeS of the faStMount tabS are ver y Sharp. uSe caution When
handling the Speaker.
Box Contents
Your Sonance Original Series Medium Rectangle speaker box
should contain the following items:
• (2) Original Series Medium in-wall speakers
• (2) Plastic paint plugs (installed on fronts of speakers)
• (2) Paintable grilles
• (1) Mounting cutout template (in packaging).
Speaker Placement
Home Theater Speaker Placement
Left, Center & Right Channels
Use Figure 1 as a guide.
• Place the left & right speakers on either side of the video
screen, anywhere from 6 feet to 10 feet (1.8 – 3.0 meters)
apart and 38 – 42 inches (96 – 106 cm) from the floor.
• If possible, locate the left and right speakers at least
18 inches (45 cm) away from the side walls.
• If possible, locate the center speaker at the same height as
the left & right channel speakers (38 – 42 inches/96 – 106
cm from the floor).
• If you must place the center speaker above or below a video
screen, place it no more than 2 feet (60 cm) above or below
the center of the left and right speakers. This will maintain
consistent tonality between all three front channel speakers.
• The main listening position should be between 8 and 12 feet
(2.4 – 3.6 m) away from the speakers.
Min. 18 in
(45 cm)
from side
wall
Min. 18 in
(45 cm)
from side
wall
6 - 10 ft
(2 - 3 m)
apart
Max. 2 ft
(60 cm)
Figure 1: Left, center, & right home theater speaker placement
Surround Speakers (5.1-Channel System)
Use Figure 2 as a guide. Locate the surround channel speakers
on the side walls approximately 2 – 6 feet (60 – 180 cm) behind
the listening position, and at least 5 feet (150 cm) from the
floor.
2 - 6 ft
(.5 - 2 m)
5 - 7 ft
(2 - 3 m)
Figure 2: Surround speaker placement
Surround Speakers (7.1-Channel System)
Use Figure 3 as a guide.
• Left & Right Surround Speakers: Place the left and right
surround speakers directly to the sides of the listening
position, at least 5 feet (150 cm) from the floor.
• Surround Back Speakers: Place the surround back speakers in
the rear wall, between 3 feet and 6 feet (1 – 2 m) apart and
at least 5 feet (150 cm) from the floor.
INSTALLATION MANUAL
SONANCE ORIGINAL SERIES
MEDIUM IN-WALL SPEAKERS
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Right Surround
Left Surround
Left
Front
Right
Front
Center
Left
Back
Surround
Right
Back
Surround
Figure 3: Speaker placement in a 7.1-channel system
Stereo (2-Channel) Placement
Use the left and right speaker placement in Figure 1 as a guide.
• Place the left and right speakers anywhere from 6 feet to 10
feet apart, with the main listening position as close to midway
between the speakers as possible.
• The speakers should be at least 2 feet away from the side
walls.
• The main listening position should be between 4 and 10 feet
away from the speakers.
• In most cases pivoting the tweeter of each speaker directly
towards the main listening position will help maximize the
stereo soundstage.
Installing the Speakers
Before Installation: IR Knockout
All Sonance Original Series Medium speakers have a plug for
installing an IR receiver into the speaker’s front baffle (see
Figure 4). In systems where the electronics are placed in an
inconvenient location this allows remote controls to be aimed at
the front of the room instead of at the electronics.
The IR plug is in the form of a bolt and retaining nut. To
remove the plug, unscrew the nut (located behind the baffle, see
Figure5) and remove the bolt. The hole is designed to receive
a Sonance OptiLinQ SMR1 or SMR1P Surface-Mount IR receiver.
Insert the IR receiver through the front of the speaker baffle and
use the nut included with the receiver to secure it to the baffle.
Figure 4:
IR plug
IR Knockout
Retaining Nut
Figure 5:
IR plug
retaining nut
Before Installation: Retrofit
1. Determine the location for the speaker (see Speaker Placement
on page 1).
2. Perform an obstruction survey to be certain that there are
no studs, conduit, pipes, heating ducts, pocket doors or air
returns in the wall cavity that will interfere with the speaker.
3. The cutout for all Original Series Medium Rectangle speakers
is 103/4” (270mm) x 615/16” (171mm). There must be at least
33/16” (86mm) depth within the wall cavity for the speaker.
4. Position the included cutout template where the speaker is to
be located and pencil an outline on the wall.
• If you are unsure about obstructions, drill a small hole in
the center of the outline and insert a coat hanger wire into
the hole to feel around for possible obstructions.
5. Cut the mounting hole using a keyhole or drywall saw, and
run the speaker wires from the mounting hole to the amplifier
location.
• Consult local building codes before running speaker wires
through walls.
Installation
Sonance Original Series Medium speakers feature exclusive
FastMount® tabs and an integral RotoLock® mounting system for
quick mounting directly into existing walls.
WARNING
: The edges of fasTMounT Tabs are very sharp.
use cauTion when handling The
speaker.
1. Remove the paint plug from
the speaker.
2. Run speaker wire from each
speaker to the amplifier
location.
3. Strip ¼” – ½” (6 – 12 mm) of
insulation from each speaker
lead. Twist the strands or tin
the exposed wire with solder
to ensure that there are no
stray strands. (Stray strands
that touch each other can
cause a short-circuit that can
damage the amplifier.)
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Figure 6:
Inserting the speaker into the
mounting hole
FastMount®
Tabs

4. The speaker’s connector posts are spring-loaded. Push the
top of each connector post down to open the connector and
insert the exposed wires into the holes in the posts.
• The speaker’s positive post is labeled with a red dot; the
negative post is labeled with a black dot. Double-check that
you connected amplifier “+” to speaker “+” and amplifier
“–” to speaker “–”.
5. Make sure all the RotoLock clamps are in the full clockwise
position so that they are tucked within the mounting hole’s
border. Insert the speaker into the hole in the wall (Figure 6).
The RotoLock system can accommodate a maximum wall
material thickness of 1¼” (32 mm).
• The FastMount tabs will prevent the speaker from falling out
of the mounting hole, allowing the installer to let go of the
speaker to pick-up tools or other items (Figure 7).
Figure 7: FastMount tabs Figure 8: Tightening the RotoLock
clamps
Roto-Lock
Clamps
FastMount
Tabs
Note: The fasTMounT Tabs are designed for one-TiMe use
only. if The speaker is reMoved froM The MounTing hole The
fasTMounT Tabs will disconnecT and reMain inside The wall.
6. Tighten the four screws on the front of the speaker baffle. The
RotoLock clamps will automatically rotate into position and
begin clamping the speaker (Figure 8).
• When you notice resistance on the screws the speaker has
been clamped successfully.
ImpoRtANt: always use low-T o rqu e seTTings; never
over-TighTen.
Note: The speaker flange is designed To flex and conforM To
any sMall iMperfecTions in The wall surface. do noT TighTen The
screws so Much so ThaT The flange bows ouT.
7. Attach the grille after the speaker has been installed. Insert
about half of the grille into the groove at the edge of the
speaker. Gently fit the remaining half of the grille by working
around the speaker, fitting the grille into the groove as you
go.
Note: you can adjusT The Torque applied To The roTolock
screws To achieve a proper grille fiT.
Painting the Speakers
All Sonance Original Series Medium speakers come from the
factory fitted with a plastic ‘paint plug’ that protects the speaker
drivers while the mounting flange is being painted.
Paint the grille separately from the speaker. Before painting,
carefully remove the under-grille cloth. It is held in place with a
light tacking glue that makes it easy to remove. Spray the grilles
with thinned paint (5 parts thinner to 1 part paint), being careful
not to plug the holes. Too heavy a coat of paint on the grille will
adversely affect the sound of the speaker.
Once the grilles and flange are painted and dry, replace the
under-grille cloth, remove the paint plug from the mounting
flange and install the grille.
Speaker Adjustments
Pivoting Tweeter
All Original Series Medium Rectangle speakers (except the 621)
have a pivoting tweeter that allows you to direct sound towards
or away from the listening area, depending on how the speakers
are being used:
• If you’re using the speakers in stereo or as the front left/
center/right speakers in a home theater, pivot the tweeter
directly towards the listening area. This will help the sound
from the speakers blend into a solid soundstage even if the
speakers are widely separated.
• If you’re using the speakers as surround channel speakers
in a home theater, you can create a more diffuse, spacious
surround effect by pointing the tweeters towards a wall or
window, away from the
listeners.
To Pivot the Tweeter:
1. Apply light pressure to
the plastic ring around
the outside edge of the
tweeter dome, as shown
in Figure 9. Do not touch
or apply pressure to the
tweeter dome.
Tweeter Level Control
Certain models feature a tweeter level control switch (see
Figure 10) that allows you to boost or cut the tweeter’s level by
3dB. This allows you to adjust the speaker’s brightness to better
match your listening room or personal taste.
Once you have installed the speakers, listen to a variety
of music that you are familiar
with. If the music all tends to
sound too bright or dull, use
the Tweeter Level Control to
compensate. If some recordings
sound dull and some sound
bright the speaker is accurately
reproducing differences in the
recordings, and you should leave
the control in the middle (0dB)
position.
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Figure 9:
Pivoting the Tweeter
Tweeter
Level
Control
Figure 10:
Tweeter Level Control

Technical Assistance and Service
If you any have questIons about the operatIon or
InstallatIon of thIs product, please call our technIcal
assIstance department on any busIness day at (800) 582-
0772 or [phone]; from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., pst.
If your speakers should need repair or service, contact your
Sonance Authorized Dealer for help, or use the following
procedure:
1. Prior to calling, note the product’s model number, serial
number, purchase date, and the name and address of the
dealer where you purchased the product.
2. Contact our Technical Assistance Department at the above
number(s) and describe the problem the unit is experiencing.
If applicable, they will issue a Return Authorization Number.
ImpoRtANt: you MusT have prior auThorizaTion To reTurn your
speaker To sonance!
3. If you’re directed to return the unit to Sonance for repair,
pack the unit in its original shipping carton. If needed,
you can obtain replacement packaging from us for a small
charge. Note: it is best if you place the box into an additional
outer “overcarton” before shipment to minimize a chance of
theft in shipment. Please include a copy of the original bill of
sale inside the package.
4. Contact a package delivery company such as United Parcel
Service or Federal Express to arrange prepaid (not collect)
shipping. Do not use the U.S. Postal Service.
ImpoRtANt: freighT collecT shipMenTs will be refused.
5. Write the Return Authorization Number on the outside of the
shipping carton.
6. Ship the packaged unit to:
QualityAssuranceDepartment
Sonance
212AvenidaFabricante
SanClemente,CA92672-7531
Specifications
625
Tweeter: 1”(25mm)berylliumdome,ferrofluid-cooled,
pivoting,inacousticbackchamber
Woofer: 61/2”(165mm)berylliumconewitharubber
surround,extendedpolepiece
FrequencyResponse: 40Hz–20kHz±3dB
Impedance: 6ohmsnominal;4ohmsminimum
PowerHandling: 5wattsminimum;150wattsmaximum
Sensitivity: 90dBSPL(2.83V/1meter)
Grille: Perforatedaluminum
Adjustments: ±3dBtweeterlevel
Dims.(WxHxD): 81/4”x123/16”x3½”(210mmx310mmx
89mm)
Cut-OutDims.(WxH): 615/16”x10¾”(176mmx273mm)
ShippingWeight: 12lbs(5.45kg)pair
624
Tweeter: 1”(25mm)aluminumdome,ferrofluid-cooled,
pivoting,inacousticbackchamber
Woofer: 61/2”(165mm)coatedcarbonfiberconewitha
rubbersurround,extendedpolepiece
FrequencyResponse: 43Hz–20kHz±3dB
Impedance: 6ohmsnominal;4ohmsminimum
PowerHandling: 5wattsminimum;140wattsmaximum
Sensitivity: 90dBSPL(2.83V/1meter)
Grille: Perforatedaluminum
Adjustments: ±3dBtweeterlevel
Dims.(WxHxD): 81/4”x123/16”x3½”(210mmx310mmx
89mm)
Cut-OutDims.(WxH): 615/16”x10¾”(176mmx273mm)
ShippingWeight: 11lbs(5.0kg)pair
623
Tweeter: 1”(25mm)silkdome,ferrofluid-cooled,
pivoting,inacousticbackchamber
Woofer: 61/2”(165mm)carbonfiberconewitharubber
surround
FrequencyResponse: 43Hz–20kHz±3dB
Impedance: 8ohmsnominal;6ohmsminimum
PowerHandling: 5wattsminimum;135wattsmaximum
Sensitivity: 90dBSPL(2.83V/1meter)
Grille: Perforatedaluminum
Adjustments: ±3dBtweeterlevel
Dims.(WxHxD): 81/4”x123/16”x33/8”(210mmx310mmx
86mm)
Cut-OutDims.(WxH): 615/16”x10¾”(176mmx273mm)
ShippingWeight: 10lbs(4.5kg)pair
622
Tweeter: 1”(25mm)silkdome,ferrofluid-cooled,
pivoting,inacousticbackchamber
Woofer: 61/2”(165mm)polypropyleneconewitha
rubbersurround
FrequencyResponse: 45Hz–20kHz±3dB
Impedance: 8ohmsnominal;6ohmsminimum
PowerHandling: 5wattsminimum;125wattsmaximum
Sensitivity: 89dBSPL(2.83V/1meter)
Grille: Perforatedaluminum
Dims.(WxHxD): 81/4”x123/16”x33/8”(210mmx310mmx
86mm)
Cut-OutDims.(WxH): 615/16”x10¾”(176mmx273mm)
ShippingWeight: 10lbs(4.5kg)pair
621
Tweeter: 3/4”(19mm)silkdome,ferrofluid-cooled
Woofer: 61/2”(165mm)polypropyleneconewitha
rubbersurround
FrequencyResponse: 50Hz–20kHz±3dB
Impedance: 8ohmsnominal;6ohmsminimum
PowerHandling: 5wattsminimum;100wattsmaximum
Sensitivity: 88dBSPL(2.83V/1meter)
Grille: Perforatedaluminum
Dims.(WxHxD): 81/4”x123/16”x33/8”(210mmx310mmx
86mm)
Cut-OutDims.(WxH): 615/16”x10¾”(176mmx273mm)
ShippingWeight: 9lbs(4.1kg)pair
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623SST
Tweeter: Two1”(25mm)silkdomes,ferrofluid-cooled
Woofer: 6½”(165mm)carbonfiberconewitharubber
surround
FrequencyResponse: 43Hz–20kHz±3dB
Impedance: 8ohmsnominal;6ohmsminimum
PowerHandling: 5wattsminimum;135wattsmaximum
Sensitivity: 90dBSPL(2.83V1meter)
Grille: Perforatedaluminum
Dims.(WxHxD): 8¼”x123/16”x33/8”(210mmx310mmx
86mm)
Cut-OutDims.(WxH): 615/16”x10¾”(176mmx273mm)
ShippingWeight: 5lbs(2.3kg)each
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LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
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Sonance Dealer/Distributor, will be free from defective workmanship and materials for the life of the Product. Sonance will at its
option and expense either repair the defect or replace the Product with a new or remanufactured Product or a reasonable equivalent.
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CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, ECONOMIC, PROPERTY, BODILY INJURY, OR PERSONAL INJURY DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE
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Your Product Model and Description: Original Series Medium Rectangle Speaker
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the initial installation of the Product, does not include installation of any repaired or replaced Product, does not include damage
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Sonance Customer Service at [phone] within the warranty period, (2) obtain a return merchandise number (RMA), and (3)
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