Cambridge Audio SS20 User Manual

SS20

Premium ceiling speakers

Installation guide

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SS20 Premium ceiling speakers

Thank you for purchasing these Cambridge Audio Incognito SS20
premium ceiling speakers. Incognito is a cost-effective, modular based
system using standard Cat-5 or Cat-6 cable to distribute hi-fi quality
sound and video images around the home. The SS20 are for use
primarily in conjunction with the KP10 amplified keypad.

About this unit

Your new Incognito in-ceiling speakers have been designed specifically to
enhance the performance of your home entertainment system.

They are the result of an extensive research and development programme
undertaken to provide you with accurate, uncompromised reproduction
of movie soundtracks and music. With attention to detail second to
none, these speakers are designed to deliver maximum enjoyment.
They mount flush with the ceiling, and you can paint their frames and
grilles to match the room's decor.

Please take time to read this guide, as it contains important installation
information. The SS20 can only be as good as the system it is
connected to. Please do not compromise on your audio/visual source
components. Naturally, we recommend products from the Cambridge
Audio Azur range.

Thanks for taking the time to read this manual, we do recommend you
keep it for future reference.

Matthew Bramble
Technical Director

INTRODUCTION

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It is advisable to plan all aspects of installation in advance of work
beginning, preferably with the house/flat building schematics if available.
Great care should be taken to ensure that all building regulations are
followed. If in doubt consult an expert.

When placing the SS20 speakers, thought should be given to positions
which give the best desired sound coverage throughout a room, while
not interfering with existing or planned light fittings or joists. Also, locate
speakers taking into account location of furnishings for optimal stereo
reproduction.

Follow these steps to prepare the mounting location:

1. Remove the round cardboard pad from inside the supplied template
(see below).

PREPARING THE LOCATION

Use an L-shaped probe
to check available void
space before cutting
loudspeaker holes

110mm

3. Cut the mounting hole with a drywall or keyhole saw.

Be sure the mounting surface is between 10 and 30mm thick, and
that there is at least 80mm of clearance behind the mounting
surface. Also, be sure no wall studs or other objects block the back
of the speaker.

2. Use the template to mark the position for the mounting hole at the
selected location.

Before cutting ceiling speaker holes, it is suggested that the area is
tested for clearance by making an L-shaped probe from strong wire
(see illustration below), drilling a small hole in the target area,
inserting the probe and slowly turning. Any obstructions will be
immediately obvious, and the target area can be moved to a more
suitable position.

SS20

207mm diameter

mounting hole