DCM TF-625 Owners manual

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OWNERS MANUAL

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TF625

CONGRATULATIONS

We appreciate your choice of DCM In-Wall Loudspeakers. Properly installed and
operated, DCM In-Wall Loudspeakers should provide years of worry-free listen­ing pleasure. It’s important that you follow each step in this guide carefully to
insure proper installation. If you have any questions regarding DCM In-Wall
Loudspeakers, please call us at 1-877-DCM-LOUD or visit our website www.dcm­speakers. com.

SPECIFICATIONS T625

Frequency Response 51Hz-20kHz

+/- 3dB

Impedance 8 Ohms

Power Handling 100 Watts RMS

200 Watts Total

Sensitivity (1W/1m) 85dB

Woofer Diameter 6-1/2”

Tweeter 25mm Titanium Dome

Mounting Depth 3-1/4”

Crossover Frequency 2.5kHz

Baffle Size (H x W) 13-3/8” x 9-1/8”

PAINTING YOUR DCM IN-WALL

DCM In-Wall speakers are designed to accept all types of interior and exterior
paints. Spray or roller application should provide excellent results. A paint shield
is included with all DCM In-Wall speakers to protect the speakers during the paint­ing process.

TEN YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

The DCM TF625 is guaranteed against defects in parts and workmanship for
a period of ten (10) years from the date of purchase. Speakers found defective
during that period will be repaired by DCM without charge for parts.This warran­ty extends to the original purchaser from an authorized DCM retailer only.

This warranty does not extend to equipment damage due to negligence, mis­use, improper installation, shipping damage, abuse or accident.This warranty is
void if it is determined that unauthorized parties have attempted repairs or alter­ations of any nature.

Defective parts will be repaired, adjusted or replaced with no charge for
materials or labor if the purchaser returns the speaker together with the original
sales receipt or other proof of purchase at the purchaser’s expense to DCM, 282
Carver Street, Winslow, IL. 61089. No implied warranties shall extend beyond ten
years from the original date of purchase. Incidental and consequential damages
are expressly excluded from this warranty and may not be recovered by a pur­chaser as a result of breach of any warranty.

The attached warranty card must be filled out and mailed within 10 days of
purchase to validate warranty. Retain the top portion for your records.
Specifications subject to change without notice.

MODEL# _______________________________

NAME _____________________________________________________________________________
STREET ___________________________________________________________________________
CITY _____________________________________ STATE _____________ ZIP _________________
DATE PURCHASED _________________________
PLACE PURCHASED ________________________________________________________________

Purchased as a: Packaged System ( ) Replacement System ( )

Speakers Only ( ) Extension Speakers ( )

If replacement, what is the name and model number of the system replaced?

Name ____________________ Model# ____________________
What other Brands did you consider? _______________________ _______________________

_______________________ _______________________ _______________________

Why did you purchase DCM speakers?

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Comments _____________________________________________________________________

(This registration must be filled out and mailed within 10 days of purchase to validate warranty.)

WARRANTY REGISTRATION

LOUDSPEAKER PLACEMENT

DCM In-Wall Loudspeakers are designed to work within any interior decorating
scheme. They can be installed in virtually any location where flush mounting is
possible. To maximize their sound performance however certain guidelines
should be followed. For the best stereo reproduction the two loudspeakers
should be placed an equal distance from your listening position and separated so
that the angle between them, at the listening position, is between 40 and 60
degrees. For best stereo imaging, we recommend that the units be placed so that
the tweeters are as close as possible to the ear level of a seated listener. For
normal installation, follow steps 1 through 6.

If installing as part of new construction, the included hole provider may be used
for an easy, accurate installation. The hole provider is pre-assembled with 24”
straps for mounting to studs and has a convenient speaker wire holder for pre­wiring. Once the walls are finished (drywall, paint, etc.) the mounting holes can be
cut-out using the hole provider as a template for saws with guide bearings or sim­ilar blades or drill bits. Follow steps 4 through 6 to complete installation.

USING THE IR KNOCKOUT

The IR knockout is located next to the voice control on the loudspeaker baffle. It
is designed to be used with standard infra-red receivers with 1/2” diameter shafts.
The knockout can easily be removed using a standard screwdriver. Place the
screwdriver head on the back side of the knockout, then tap on the screwdriver
with the palm of your hand, The knockout will break away at the perforation. The
IR receiver can then be threaded through the knockout hole.

C520

5-1/4” Coaxial In-Ceiling Speaker w/
swivel tweeter
Impedance: 8 ohms
Sensitivity: 85dB
50 Watts RMS/100 Watts Total
Frequency Response: 60Hz-20kHz
7-3/4”Dia. x 3-3/4”D

C825

8” Coaxial In-Ceiling Speaker w/
swivel tweeter
Impedance: 8 ohms
Sensitivity: 85dB
60 Watts RMS/120 Watts Total
Frequency Response: 40Hz-20kHz
10-3/4”Dia. x 4”D

DCM6

6-1/2” Two-Way Home Loudspeaker
Impedance: 8 ohms nominal
Sensitivity: 89dB
75 Watts RMS/150 Watts Total
Frequency Response: 58Hz-20kHz

12.992”H x 7.992”W x 7.795”D

DCM10

10” Two-Way Home Loudspeaker
Impedance: 8 ohms nominal
Sensitivity:94dB
200 Watts RMS/400 Watts Total
Frequency Response:35Hz-20kHz

31.312”H x 15.825”W x 12.501”D

C625

6-1/2” Coaxial In-Ceiling Speaker w/
swivel tweeter
Impedance: 8 ohms
Sensitivity: 85dB
55 Watts RMS/110 Watts Total
Frequency Response: 50Hz-20kHz
9”Dia. x 3-1/2”D

DCM6C

6-1/2” Center Channel Loudspeaker
Impedance: 8 ohms nominal
Sensitivity:89dB
75 Watts RMS/150 Watts Total
Frequency Response: 58Hz-20kHz

7.992”H x 19.685”W x 7.204”D

DCM12

12” Two-Way Home Loudspeaker
Impedance:8 ohms nominal
Sensitivity:97dB
250 Watts RMS/500 Watts Total
Frequency Response:30Hz-20kHz

33.312”H x 17.638”W x 15.938”D

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VOICE CONTROL/PIVOTING TWEETER ADJUSTMENT

Once the loudspeakers are placed in the listening room, the TF625 can be adjust­ed to compensate for speaker placement. The TF625 is designed to produce the
smoothest frequency response on axis. If the speaker is mounted off axis (hori­zontal or vertical), the tweeter can be pivoted towards the listening position to
restore high frequency performance. The voice control can then be adjusted to
optimize vocal reproduction that may have been affected by mounting location.
The voice control is continuously variable and can be fine tuned to boost or cut
vocal energy as desired.

Normal Dispersion
Dispersion After Tweeter Adjustment

STEP 1

Using a stud finder (available at low cost at most hardware stores) or other accu­rate method, locate center point between two studs and mark. Using template
provided, trace hole pattern on surface of wall. Placing a bubble level on either
the horizontal or vertical guidelines of template will assist you in leveling the hole
pattern.

STEP 2

Using a sabre saw, keyhole saw or very sharp utility knife, cut hole in wall, fol­lowing traced pattern.

STEP 3

Run loudspeaker wires to sound source location. There are several methods you
can use to accomplish wiring,depending on the construction characteristics of the
room or house. You can add a professional touch to your installation by using a
speaker terminal plate at the source location. Leave sufficient amount of wire at
speaker location (8 to 10 inches) to complete connection.

STEP 4

Attach loudspeaker wires to speaker terminals, observing correct polarity (posi­tive to positive and negative to negative), and position speaker frame into cutout
as shown. Be careful not to pinch wires in the process.

STEP 5

Carefully tighten the five mounting screws. This will cause the mounting wings to
rotate out behind the mounting surface and secure the speaker in place.

STEP 6

After the speaker panel is secured tightly, test for sound. When you are satisfied
the speaker is operational, affix grill. As grill is designed for a snug fit, you’ll need
to position one edge into slot first, and press or squeeze around perimeter of grill,
while pushing leading edges into grill slot.