Xantech XA65CS Speaker User Manual
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1. EXISTING CONSTRUCTION INSTALLATION 1 Determine the location for the installed soeaker Use a stud finder to locate the studs behind the wall It is a good idea to use a voltage detector to determine if any live wiring is in the area Typically an electrical or switch outlet will identify the location of a stud The adjacent stud may be 12 16 or 24 inches apart 2 Using the included mounting template draw an outline of the area that will be removed The Outline should at least 2 to 3 inches away from a stud This will allow the proper clearance for the dog ears For applications where the speaker frame must be against a stud the speaker frame has an area on each leg where direct to stud mounting can be applied It is a good idea to use level to be sure the rectangular outline is level Drill a small pilot hole to allow probe entry Ta gt i a i a Di a n n ws 3 Use a stiff wire to probe inside the wall Use this probe to check for obstruction such as pipes The probe can also be used to verify the depth is adequate for the installed speaker 4 Use a dry wall saw or a jig saw to slowing remove the outlined area Place the speaker in the cavity to verify the fit and level is correct It is recommended to loosely fill the cavity with fire rated fiberglass insulation This will prevent unwanted sound to adjacent rooms Filling the cavity also enhances the performance of the speaker system 08905092C a a 5 Connect the2. J ot a _ oo it a a ee jn for RIGHT RIGHT STEREO SPEAKER 08905092C A ADVANCED APPLICATION LARGE AREA MULTIPLE SPEAKER SYSTEMS Large areas such as gathering rooms or banquet halls may require more than a single pair of speakers Multiple soeakers can be connected to the same amplifier channel This application requires careful understanding of the amplifiers capabilities 1 Determine what the minimum speaker impedance the amplifier can handle This should be noted on the amplifier or the amplifier s instruction manual Typically most amplifiers can had a minimum of 4 ohms per speaker channel 2 The XA and XB series speakers are 6 ohms By connecting two 6 ohm speakers to one amplifier channel a 3 ohm speaker load is created For amplifiers with a 4 ohm minimum this is an improper application that can cause damage to the amplifier 3 The XA and XB series speakers provide a third wiring post for this type of application Remove the yellow plastic cap to expose the 8 wiring post Using the 8 wiring post will make the XA and XB series speaker 8 ohms By connecting two 8 ohm speakers to one amplifier channel a 4 ohm speaker load is created For amplifiers with a 4 ohm minimum this is an acceptable application LEFT LEFT LEFT LEFT B oococooo LEFT SPEAKER LEFT SPEAKER ee ee ee ae Sooo 0 o o RIGHT RIGHT RIGHT RIGHT RIGHT SPEAKER RIGHT SPEAKER The figure above show
3. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS xantech REFERENCE Ceiling and In Wall Speaker Systems INTRODUCTION The XTC and XTC Reference series loudspeakers are the result of Xantech s commitment to build the best speakers possible In their quest for perfection Xantech engineers examined every aspect of their performance and design from electronic components to structural material even how they interact with the home environment The Result Flawless performance that you never thought possible from an installed speaker e Pivoting Tweeters Pivoting dome tweeters provide brilliant highs and allow the sound field to be adjusted to fit the specifics of the listening environment In wall speakers can accept a Dinky Link IR receiver for a convenient discreet mounting solution In ceiling soeakers have an aerodynamic dome shaped tweeter housing that eliminates woofer sound wave restriction e FIM FIM Flexible Impedance Matching binding posts provide a more dependable solution for adding a second pair of speakers to a room or zone One post is set for 6 ohms delivering maximum SPL Another flexible post provides 8 ohms for attaching two speaker pairs in parallel without harming the amplifier e XTC Technology Xantech XTC technology delivers amazing sound quality Custom designed crossovers deliver a pure smooth tonal range that goes beyond the typical expectations of an installed speaker e High density MDF Baffles The In Wall baffles are
4. constructed with the same high density MDF wood material found in premium box speakers An MDF based speaker provides sonic clarity by reducing vibrations and resonance The XTC baffle design increases dynamics provides solid bass and midrange performance e SoundPATH Bridge Design The XTC Reference In Ceiling baffles are designed to eliminate the adverse effects of having the tweeter placed directly over the woofer SoundPATH s solid density bridge design provides sonic clarity by reducing vibrations and resonance An aerodynamic shape eliminates woofer sound wave restriction e XA and XB Series The XTC series is also known by the model numbers as the XB series The XTC Reference series is also known by the model numbers as the XA series 08905092C Ae APPLICATION SINGLE ZONE A single zone setup can be created using an audio receiver general purpose amplifier or a multi room amplifier The figure below shows a typical stereo left and right soeaker setup LEFT LEFT LEFT SPEAKER RIGHT RIGHT RIGHT SPEAKER APPLICATION SMALL AREA BATHROOM LAUNDRY ROOM Small areas such as bathrooms and laundry rooms may not have enough room for a pair of left and right speakers The XA65CS and XB65CS are perfect for this type of situation The CS ceiling stereo speakers are designed with stereo left and right audio in one single installed package The figure below shows a typical installation LEFT LEFT
5. ecommend Amplifier Power 10 100 Watts Frequency Response 35Hz 20kHz Impedance 6 or 8 ohm selectable Sensitivity 1Watt 1 Meter 90dB Overall Dimensions 10 92 DIA x 6 00 Depth Cut Out Size 9 72 DIA Construction Bracket Available XBKT800W sold separately XB65CS Speaker Type Ceiling Mount Driver size 6 5 Dual Coil Woofer Twin 22mm Tweeters Recommend Amplifier Power 5 70 Watts Frequency Response 42Hz 22kHz Impedance 6 or 8 ohm selectable Sensitivity 1Watt 1 Meter 90dB Overall Dimensions 9 24 DIA x 6 00 Depth Cut Out Size 8 05 DIA Construction Bracket Available XBKT650C sold separately 08905092C XB525W Speaker Type Wall Mount Driver size 5 25 Woofer 22mm Tweeter Recommend Amplifier Power 5 60 Watts Frequency Response 50Hz 22kHz Impedance 6 or 8 ohm selectable Sensitivity 1Watt 1 Meter 90dB Overall Dimensions 11 45 W x 7 30 H x 3 75 Depth Cut Out Size 10 23 W x 6 08 H Construction Bracket Available XBKT525W sold separately XB65W Speaker Type Wall Mount Driver size 6 5 Woofer 22mm Tweeter Recommend Amplifier Power 5 80 Watts Frequency Response 42Hz 22kHz Impedance 6 or 8 ohm selectable Sensitivity 1Watt 1 Meter 90dB Overall Dimensions 13 46 W x 8 24 H x 3 75 Depth Cut Out Size 12 24 W x 7 02 H Construction Bracket Available XBKT650W sold separately XB8W Speaker Type Wall Mount Driver size 8 Woofer 28m
6. esponse The tweeter will affect the treble only FINISHING TOUCH PAINTING The frame and grill can be painted to match the wall or ceiling color Included is a paint shield that is meant to replace the grill on the speaker assembly This will protect the speaker while exposing only the frame The grill should not be painted while assembled to the speaker assembly It is suggested to use spray paint on the grill Be sure the perforations holes in the grill do not fill with paint Several light coats will yield the best results 08905092C cdi TROUBLESHOOTING 1 POLARITY It is a good idea to test the polarity of the speaker and wire connection Testing the polarity confirms that positive wire is connected to the positive terminal on the speaker and amplifier A reverse polarity connection positive wire connected to negative terminal will result in poor speaker performance and possibly damage the system To test the polarity take a 9 Volt battery Connect the negative terminal of the 9 Volt battery to the negative wire Then while observing the woofer on a speaker connect the positive terminal of the 9 Volt battery to the positive wire If the woofer on the speaker moves outwards the wiring polarity is correct If the woofer on the speaker moves inward the wiring polarity is incorrect In this situation it is best to correct the polarity by swapping the positive and negative wire on back o
7. f the speaker 2 CHANNEL CHECK To check that the left soeaker is not connected as a right speaker you will need an amplifier or preamplifier that has BALANCE control Turn on the system so that music is coming from the speaker system Move the BALANCE control to the far right The right soeaker should only be producing sound Move the BALANCE control to the far left The left soeaker should only be producing sound lf the above case is not true then it would be easiest to correct the problem at the equipment rack The problem may not be at the amplifier to soeaker connection It is a good idea to check source to amplifier connection as well 3 NO SOUND FROM SPEAKER In the event that no sound from the speaker is heard check the wiring or the items below Verify the correct source is playing and is selected on the receiver amplifier end Verify mute and volume levels are correct Verify volume control is wired properly Some receivers have A or B selector switches verify the correct output is switched This also applies to speaker selector switches and advanced volume controls A wire short circuit may cause the amplifier to shut down in protection mode Bad connecting between the source and receiver amplifier end moO OWL SPECIFICATIONS OVERVIEW XTC SERIES XTC REFERENCE SERIES Tweeter Pivotable Teteron dome tweeter constructed with Tweeter Pivotable Titanium dome tweeter Rear acoustic advance neodymium magnet flu
8. id cooled and rear damping and positive rubber surround removes ringing and acoustic damping achieves pure tones with low distortion Woofer Durable IMG injection molded graphite woofer Woofer Premium Al Mg aluminum magnesium material for higher sensitivity and increased sound pressure levels woofer stays rigid during the most extreme bass notes and the agility results in accuracy and dynamic bass response Crossover Second order network 12dB per octave Premium components specified and designed into the Crossover Third order network 18dB per octave Premium system components specified and designed into the system 08905092C 10 SPECIFICATIONS XB525C Speaker Type Ceiling Mount Driver size 5 25 Woofer 22mm Tweeter Recommend Amplifier Power 5 60 Watts Frequency Response 50HzZ 22kHz Impedance 6 or 8 ohm selectable Sensitivity 1Watt 1 Meter 90dB Overall Dimensions 7 96 DIA x 5 25 Depth Cut Out Size 6 75 DIA Construction Bracket Available XBKT525C sold separately XB65C Speaker Type Ceiling Mount Driver size 6 5 Woofer 22mm Tweeter Recommend Amplifier Power 5 80 Watts Frequency Response 42Hz 22kHz Impedance 6 or 8 ohm selectable Sensitivity 1Watt 1 Meter 90dB Overall Dimensions 9 24 DIA x 5 50 Depth Cut Out Size 8 05 DIA Construction Bracket Available XBKT650C sold separately XB8C Speaker Type Ceiling Mount Driver size 8 Woofer 28mm Tweeter R
9. in several locations thus allowing the speaker system to be installed in almost any position 1 The speaker bracket installation takes place after wiring and wall box placement has been completed The speaker brackets are to be installed before the dry wall process The dry wall contractors can accurately cut out the speaker holes using the installed speaker brackets as a reference 2 After the dry wall process is complete the painting process is next The bezel frame from the Speaker system can be installed using the speaker bracket as a mounting point There are two mounting points to fasten the bezel frame to the bracket Remove the bezel from the speaker frame by locating and removing the shipping screws silver on the rear of the system The dog ears screws also have to be removed With the bezel frame installed into the speaker bracket paint can now be applied to the wall and speaker bezel SHIPPING SCREWS J Pmi f ha or i ed REMOVE SHIPPING j SCREWS 08905092C 5 3 The baffle part of the speaker system can now be installed into the speaker bezel Place the baffle into the bezel frame Use the dog ears on the speaker bezel to secure the system into place 4 Installation complete The benefit of using the new construction speaker brackets is that you can maintain possession of the high value portion of the speaker system instead of passing it through several different contractors 08905092C 0s
10. m Tweeter Recommend Amplifier Power 10 100 Watts Frequency Response 35Hz 20kHz Impedance 6 or 8 ohm selectable Sensitivity 1Watt 1 Meter 90dB Overall Dimensions 16 37 W x 9 80 H x 4 00 Depth Cut Out Size 15 15 W x 8 58 H Construction Bracket Available XBKT800W sold separately SPECIFICATIONS XA65C Speaker Type Ceiling Mount Driver size 6 5 Woofer 22mm Tweeter Recommend Amplifier Power 10 85 Watts Frequency Response 40HZ 30kHz Impedance 6 or 8 ohm selectable Sensitivity 1Watt 1 Meter 90dB Overall Dimensions 9 24 DIA x 5 50 Depth Cut Out Size 8 05 DIA Construction Bracket Available XBKT650C sold separately XA8C Speaker Type Ceiling Mount Driver size 8 Woofer 26mm Tweeter Recommend Amplifier Power 10 110 Watts Frequency Response 32Hz 24kHz Impedance 6 or 8 ohm selectable Overall Dimensions 10 92 DIA x 6 00 Depth Cut Out Size 9 72 DIA Sensitivity 1Watt 1 Meter 90dB Construction Bracket Available XBKT800C sold separately XA65CS Speaker Type Ceiling Mount Driver size 6 5 Dual Coil Woofer Twin 22mm Tweeters Recommend Amplifier Power 10 80 Watts Frequency Response 40HZ 30kHz Impedance 6 or 8 ohm selectable Sensitivity 1Watt 1 Meter 90dB Overall Dimensions 9 24 DIA x 6 50 Depth Cut Out Size 8 05 DIA Construction Bracket Available XBKT650C sold separately XA65W Speaker Type Wall Mount Driver size 6 5 Wo
11. ofer 22mm Tweeter Recommend Amplifier Power 10 85 Watts Frequency Response 40Hz 30kHz Impedance 6 or 8 ohm selectable Sensitivity 1Watt 1 Meter 90dB Overall Dimensions 13 46 W x 8 24 H x 3 75 Depth Cut Out Size 12 24 W x 7 02 H Construction Bracket Available XBKT650W sold separately XA8W Speaker Type Wall Mount Driver size 8 Woofer 26mm Tweeter Recommend Amplifier Power 10 110 Watts Frequency Response 32Hz 24kHz Impedance 6 or 8 ohm selectable Sensitivity 1Watt 1 Meter 90dB Overall Dimensions 16 37 W x 9 80 H x 4 00 Depth Cut Out Size 15 15 W x 8 58 H Construction Bracket Available XBKT800W sold separately REFERENCE Xantech Corporation 13100 Telfair Avenue 2 F Sylmar CA 91342 Phone 818 362 0353 Fax 818 362 9506 Instructions Speakers 2007 Xantech Corporation This document is copyright protected No part of this manual may be copied or reproduced in any form without prior written consent from Xantech Corporation Xantech Corporation shall not be liable for operational technical or editorial errors omissions made in this document 08905092C 12 gt
12. s multiple speakers connected to a single output amplifier channel by using FIM flexible impedance matching To make sure the impedance matches the amplifiers minimum 4 ohm specification the 8 post is used The yellow cap that was once on the 8 post is moved to the 6 post as an added precaution 08905092C ao REQUIREMENTS SPEAKER PLACEMENT The best sound can be achieved by making sure the speakers are placed is the best position possible The surface material should be similar for right and left pairs Also the cavity volume behind each speaker should be identical Placing a speaker near a corner tends to emphasize bass Large surface areas emphasize treble Drapes and upholstered furniture may muffle sound i t ss aor Be sure that both right and left pairs are equal ae distance from the corners of a room and facing identical surfaces Non equality between the left and right speakers may result in inconsistent sound The objective of a well designed speaker system is how well it replicates live sound A speaker system that can present a 3 dimensional replication as if the performer is in front of the listener presents stereo imaging The left and right channels of a speaker system are best placed 6 to 8 feet apart The best height for the in wall systems is where a person standing and a person sitting are within the optimum range of the tweeter In general the optimum height should be 4 5 fee
13. speaker wires to the speaker and place the speaker inside the wall cavity 6 Carefully tighten the clamping screws Be sure to alternate diagonally between each screw position For wall speakers carefully adjust the frame level after each screw is installed 7 INSTALLATION COMPLETE 08905092C spe FINISHING TOUCH PIVOTABLE TWEETER All soeaker models except the stereo ceiling models have pivot able tweeters As mentioned in the speaker placement section the tweeter should be level to the listener s ear Adequate Tweeter Direction Optimum Tweeter Direction Genily push the edge of the tweeter frame to adjust the angle Be careful not to touch the dome portion of the tweeter The tweeter must be treated with care to maintain it s high performance characteristics FINISHING TOUCH TWEETER amp EQUALIZATION SWITCH All XA series speakers are designed with a 3 position equalization switch The center position is nominal normal position Moving the speaker switch towards the will increase the equalization response Moving the speaker switch towards the will decrease the equalization response The equalization will affect the treble and bass All XB series speakers are designed with a 3 postion tweeter switch The center position is nominal normal position Moving the speaker switch towards the will increase the tweeter response Moving the speaker switch towards the will decrease the tweeter r
14. t from floor to tweeter This height covers both standing and sitting REQUIREMENTS WIRE For the best installation using high quality speaker wire is recommended High quality speaker wire is stranded Do not use solid gauge wire commonly used for 120VAC and 240VAC power connections Wire Length Recommended Size Up to 50 feet 16 gauge Up to 100 feet 14 gauge Greater than 100 feet 12 gauge The general rule is that a heavier gauge wire is recommended for all installations especially for long distances Be sure to select a wire that has an easy to follow indicator Such as a white stripe or indented ridge This will make connecting the polarity correctly an easier task Be sure to observe the proper polarity The positive wire must always be connected to the positive terminal and the negative wire must always be connected to the negative terminal An incorrect polarity connection will result in poor imagining and bass response Note Be sure that each wire strand is completely isolated from other connections Frayed or poorly twisted strands may cause short circuits and damage the systems equipment 08905092C 4 NEW CONSTRUCTION INSTALLATION The preferred method for new construction installation is using Xantech s new construction brackets The brackets provide an installation process that protects the high value speaker system The bracket material is heavy duty ABS plastic Wings can be assembled to the frame
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