Mitek H515C, H615C User Manual

IN-CEILING LOUDSPEAKER
SYSTEMS

1 Mitek Plaza

Winslow, IL 61089

815-367-3000
800-225-5689

www.mtx.com

H515C / H615C
OWNER'S MANUAL

21A7556

CONGRATULATIONS

We appreciate your choice of MTX In-Ceiling Speakers. Properly installed and operated, MTX In-Ceiling
Speakers should provide years of worry-free listening pleasure. It’s important that you follow each step
in this guide carefully to insure proper installation.

SPECIFICATIONS H515C H615C

Frequency Response 70Hz-20kHz 50Hz-20kHz

+/- 3dB +/- 3dB
Impedance 8 ohms 8 ohms

nominal nominal

Power Handling 35W RMS/ 40W RMS/
70W Peak 80W Peak

Music Music

Sensitivity (2.83V/1M) 85dB 86dB
Woofer Diameter 5-1/4" 6-1/2"
Tweeter 1/2" 1/2"

Balanced Dome Balanced Dome

Mounting Depth 3-5/8" 2-15/16"
(92.1mm) (74.6mm)

Baffle Diameter 7-3/4" 9"
(196.9mm) (228.6mm)

Cutout Diameter 6-1/2" 7-3/4"
(165.1mm) (196.9mm)

PAINTING YOUR MTX IN-CEILING SPEAKERS

MTX In-Ceiling 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 MTX In-Ceiling Speakers to
protect the speakers during the painting process. Simply remove the grilles before painting the speakers
and replace with the paint shield.

LOUDSPEAKER PLACEMENT

MTX In-Ceiling Speakers 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.

MTX WARRANTY INFORMATION

All MTX In-Ceiling Speakers purchased in the United States from an authorized MTX 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. Product found to be defective during that period will
be repaired or replaced by MTX at no charge. This warranty is void if it is determined that unauthorized parties
have attempted repairs or alterations of any nature. Warranty does not extend to cosmetics or finish. Before
presuming a defect is present in the product, be certain that all related equipment and wiring is functioning
properly. MTX 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. MTX's total liability will not
exceed the purchase price of the product. If a defect is present, your authorized MTX dealer may be able to
effect repairs.

Proof of purchase is required when requesting service, so please retain your sales receipt and take a moment
to register your product on line at www.mtx.com.

INSTALLATION PREPARATION- NEW CONSTRUCTION

When installing the H515C or H615C into a newly built ceiling, please follow these instructions carefully.

1) Determine placement

Determine the location in the ceiling the speakers will be placed, using the recommendations in the
"Loudspeaker Placement" section.

2) Mount a Rough-In Kit

For best results, mount a RIK5C Rough-In Kit for H515C or RIK6C for H615C from Mitek Corp.(available
at your MTX dealer). Follow the instructions included with the kit.

3) The location is ready for drywall

The RIK5C or RIK6C bracket provides a stable opening around which the drywall installer can cut out an
opening, providing a perfect location for the installation of the H515C or H615C.

INSTALLATION
STEP 1

Using a stud finder (available at low cost at most hardware stores) or other accurate method, locate cen­ter point between two joists and mark. Using template provided, trace hole pattern on surface of ceiling

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, and position speaker frame up
into cutout. Be careful not to pinch wires in the process.