Directed Electronics HT80ic, HT60ic User Manual

analog and digital systems

HT60ic
HT80ic

owner's manual

table of contents

introduction 1

cautions 1
about this manual 1
features 1
installation precautions and tips 2
general mounting suggestions 2
prewiring 3
preparing the wall or ceiling cutout 3
installation preparation 3

final installation 4
custom painting 4

operation 4
specifications 5
warranty information 6

introduction

Thank you for purchasing an a/d/s/ in-ceiling speaker system. Please read the following instructions
carefully. Following these instructions will ensure that your system will deliver the best possible
performance.

cautions

To reduce risk of injury because of an accident, be careful when working on a ladder or other high places.

about this manual

In-ceiling speakers can be used with many different receivers/televisions or amplifiers. They are designed
to be powered by an amplifier with a minimum of 20 watts of power.

features

tweeter

The HT series in-ceiling tweeters incorporate a 1" soft dome gimble tweeter, Ferrofluid™, and damped
voice coils.

tweeter protection

A solid state device reduces power to the tweeter when the loudspeaker is operated at unsafe power
levels. It resets automatically when power is reduced to a safe level. Note: the tweeter protector provides
a significant level of protection. However it does not guarantee that the tweeter cannot be damaged.
Always be careful when operating the speakers at a high volume level.

tweeter attenuation

The tweeter level can be adjusted with the provided switch located under the grill mesh in the speaker
mounting frame.

woofer

The high-excursion woofer employs a barium ferrite magnet structure for well damped, extended bass
and high efficiency.

pre-wire connector

Two-piece speaker wire terminals are provided to facilitate simple, painless pre-wiring and installation. Just plug
and play.

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installation precautions and tips

Please read these instructions completely for the best enjoyment of your Custom Series speakers.

• When you cut into the ceiling to install the speaker, do not cut through the facing or insulation that
may be above the ceiling. This facing is a moisture barrier. Use duct tape or wide vinyl tape to seal
any cuts.

• Keep debris and loose material away from the installation location. Do not allow debris to get in
the openings of the woofer basket. Debris and loose material can cause buzzing or rattling, and can
damage the woofer cone. Install plastic or fiberglass screening above the speaker to keep debris
away. Handle the speaker carefully.

• Do not let anything touch the speaker cone or dome. Do not clean the speaker with paint thinner
or any solvents.

• Consider the services of a professional custom installer. If you have any doubts about your own
abilities, it is better not to risk damaging your walls or ceilings, electrical wiring, ventilation ducts
or plumbing.

• Work with good quality, correct tools. This will save you time and assure superior results.

• Allow sufficient clearance.

• When using speakers outdoors, locations should be sheltered from direct sunlight, rain or snow.
Direct exposure will shorten product life.

• Combined impedance for speakers connected to each channel must be at least 4 ohm. This is the
minimum impedance tolerated by most amplifiers. Check with your dealer before wiring multiple
speaker pairs.

general mounting suggestions

Avoid placing the speaker within two feet (0.6 meters) of a corner. The acoustic reflections from surfaces
near the speakers can detract from the sound quality. Do not place the speaker behind heavy fabrics; if
you cannot see through a fabric, you cannot hear through it.
The ceiling speakers are designed for "infinite baffle" operation. The area behind the speaker installation
should be at least one-half cubic foot in volume to ensure proper performance. If the area is too small it
will limit bass response and cause a peak in the mid-bass range.
The panel on which the speaker is mounted must be rigid. There must not be any air leaks between the
area behind the speaker and the listening area.Mounting the speaker on a panel of a suspended ceiling
will adversely affect its performance.

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