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DCM16
DCM26
21A5738
DCM16S
DCM16C
OWNERS MANUAL
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of DCM Loudspeakers. Your new speakers
represent the latest technologies in loudspeaker design and manufacturing. They
will provide outstanding performance and years of listening enjoyment. Please
take time to read through this manual thoroughly to insure you get maximum
performance out of your new loudspeakers.
FEATURES
• Video shielding for placement near a TV or monitor
• 25 mm soft dome tweeter
• Glass fiber cone midrange/woofer with pole mounted phase plug
• Internally braced high density MDF cabinets
• Nickel-plated 5-way binding posts
• Black ash finish to blend in with any decor
• DCM 10 year limited warranty
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Your speakers are designed to work with a wide range of electronic components.
As little as 20 watts per channel can provide enough power for most applications.
If you have a large room or prefer louder listening levels, more power may
be required.
Caution: When choosing an amplifier, do not exceed the power
rating of the speaker. If you hear very high levels of audible distortion you are exceeding the capabilities of the system. Damage can
occur from this distortion, turn the volume back down until the
distortion disappears.
Use the following guidelines to maintain the appearance of your speakers. Use
a soft, damp cloth to clean the speaker cabinet. Avoid using harsh detergents or
cleaning fluids. Remove the grills to vacuum and remove dust. Do not vacuum
any of the speaker components, permanent damage could occur.
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
SPEAKER PLACEMENT
MAIN LEFT AND RIGHT CHANNELS
DCM16S, DCM16, DCM26
All DCM Loudspeakers have been engineered to combine deep powerful bass
with crisp, natural high frequency performance. Because there are many factors
that affect loudspeaker performance, there is no universal rule for speaker
location. Best results will be obtained with some experimentation using the
following guidelines.
To achieve the most realistic stereo image, position the speakers so that an
equilateral triangle is formed between the speakers and the listening position
(Figure 1). Turning the speakers slightly towards the listening position can
improve the image focus.
Bass loudness can be increased by moving the speakers closer to the rear wall.
This sometimes can degrade the stereo image. Use your judgement as to what
location best fits your preferences.
SURROUND LEFT AND RIGHT CHANNELS
DCM16S
If you are using the DCM16S for rear channel speakers in a home theater
application they should be placed on the side walls and slightly behind the
listening position (Figure 1). If this is not practical, they can be placed on the
rear wall to either side of the listening position (Figure 2). For best results, the
surround speakers should be spaced equal distances from the listening position
with the tweeters at or above ear level.
For additional technical assistance you can visit our website at
www.dcmspeakers.com. Otherwise, our technical service representatives can be
reached by phone: 1-877-DCM-LOUD or by email: technical@dcmspeakers.com.
DCM WARRANTY INFORMATION
All DCM16, DCM26, DCM16C and DCM16S Speaker Cabinets purchased in the
United States from an authorized DCM dealer are guaranteed against defects in
material and workmanship for a period ten years from the date purchased by the end
user, and limited to the original retail purchaser of the product.
DCM disclaims any liability for other incurred damages resulting from product
defects. Any expenses incurred in the removal and reinstallation of product is not
covered by this warranty. DCM's total liability will not exceed the purchase price of the
product. This warranty is valid in the United States only.
Proof of purchase is required when requesting service, so please retain
your sales receipt and take a moment to register your warranty on line
@www.dcmspeakers.com.
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SPECIFICATIONS
RIGHT
FR
ONT
LEFT
FR
ONT
CENTER
CHANNEL
LEFT
REAR
RIGHT
REAR
FIGURE 1 Typical Loudspeaker Placement
LISTENING AREA
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RIGHT
FR
ONT
LEFT
FRONT
CENTER
CHANNEL
LEFT
REAR
RIGHT
REA
R
FIGURE 2 Alternate Loudspeaker Placement
LISTENING AREA
DCM16S
Driver Compliment
Woofer- 6-1/2” Glass Fiber cone, butyl rubber surround with pole mounted phase plug
Tweeter- 25mm cloth dome with 1" voice coil
Frequency Response: 55Hz - 20kHz
Impedance: 8 ohms nominal
Power Handling: 100 watts RMS / 200 watts total
Sensitivity: 87dB 1W/1m
Shipping Weight: 13.5 lbs.
Dimensions: 13” H x 8” W x 7 3/4” D
DCM16C
Driver Compliment
Woofer- 6-1/2” Glass Fiber cone, butyl rubber surround with pole mounted phase plug
Passive Radiator- 6-1/2” Glass Fiber cone, butyl rubber surround with pole mounted phase plug
Tweeter- 25 mm cloth dome with 1" voice coil
Frequency Response: 55Hz - 20kHz
Impedance: 8 ohms nominal
Power Handling: 100 watts RMS /200 watts total
Sensitivity: 87dB 1W/1m
Shipping Weight: 14.25 lbs.
Dimensions: 8” H x 19 5/8”W x 7 1/4” D
DCM16
Driver Compliment
Woofer- 6 1/2” Glass Fiber cone, butyl rubber surround with pole mounted phase plug
Tweeter- 25 mm cloth dome with 1" voice coil
Frequency Response: 40Hz - 20kHz
Impedance: 8 ohms nominal
Power Handling: 100 watts RMS /200 watts total
Sensitivity: 87dB 1W/1m
Shipping Weight: 28 lbs.
Dimensions: 30 1/4” H x 8” W x 10” D
DCM26
Driver Compliment
Frequency Response: 35Hz - 20kHz
Impedance: 8 ohms nominal
Power Handling: 150 watts RMS / 300 watts total
Sensitivity: 90dB 1W/1m
Shipping Weight: 38 lbs.
Dimensions: 37 1/4” H x 8” W x 10” D
Woofer- (2) 6 1/2” Glass Fiber cone, butyl rubber surround with pole mounted phase plug
Tweeter- 25mm cloth dome wiht 1" voice coil
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CENTER CHANNEL
Figure 3 Proper Placement of Center Channel Speaker
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FIGURE 4 Connecting Speakers to Amplifier or Receiver
DCM16C
When using the DCM16C as a center channel speaker in a home theater
application the following guidelines should be used for optimum performance.
Locate the speaker as close to the center of your TV or monitor as possible
(Figure 1). This will anchor the central image of your home theater to the location
of the images seen on the screen.
Place the center channel at an equal distance to the listening position as the
main speakers are. Also, place the height of the center channel’s tweeter as
close to the same height as the main speakers’ tweeters (Figure 3). This will
prevent image blurring when sounds are panned from the one side of the
room to the other.
HOOK UP
Use 16 gauge or heavier speaker wire for connecting to your amplifier or receiver.
Cut wire lengths leaving an extra 12” to 24” at each end to allow for moving
the speaker or receiver.
Using a wire cutter or a sharp knife, strip 1/2” of insulation off each end of the
wire to expose the conductor. Twist wire ends to prevent from fraying. Connect
the conductors to the binding posts on the bottom or back of the speaker
by unscrewing the post enough to expose the hole in the terminal post. Slip
the exposed conductor in the hole and tighten the post. Repeat this step for
connecting to your amplifier or receiver. Refer to the owner’s manual supplied
with your electronics to assist with proper hook up.
Note: To ensure proper performance, make sure that the wire from the
red (+) terminal on the speaker is connected to the red (+) terminal on
your amplifier or receiver. Likewise, make sure the wire from the black
(-) terminal on the speaker is connected to the black (-) terminal on the
amplifier or receiver. (Figure 4)
Once your speakers are hooked up, turn on your electronics and test to make
sure they are functioning properly. If your speakers sound “thin” with little bass
and have a poor center image, one of the speaker wires is probably hooked up
backwards. Double check all connections for proper polarity.
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