C3 3” MICRO IN-CEILING LOUDSPEAKER
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
Caution: Please read this manual carefully before operating.
Damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
INTRODUCTION
DESCRIPTION
The Pure Resonance Audio C3 3" micro in-ceiling loudspeaker’s stylish design is compact and lightweight.
Featuring a 70 volt and 8-ohm tap, the C3 ceiling speaker is perfect for background music in commercial
environments. It is quick and easy to install with the screw on mounting ring.
FEATURES
� Compact and lightweight
� Smallest possible footprint while maintaining powerful quality sound
� Intelligent, stylish design that seamlessly blends into the ceiling
� Power tap transformer switch for selectable 8 ohm or 70V/100V operation for commercial applications
� Tap settings
• 70V: 8 ohm, 1.5W, 3W, 5W
• 100V: 8 ohm, 3W, 6W, 10W
� Quick & easy installation with threaded mounting ring
� Perfect for background music in offices, retail stores, restaurants, hotels, foyers, and auxiliary spaces
SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Response 120Hz - 20kHz
Low Frequency (-10dB)
Impedance 8 Ohms with 70 Volt transformer (Built-in)
Maximum Input Voltage 17dBV (7.1V, 6W into 8Ω)
Power Taps
Transducer
Speaker Cone Material Paper driver with butyl rubber surround
Nominal Coverage Angle
180º Coverage Angle
140º Coverage Angle
Sensitivity SPL
Maximum SPL 89.6dB referenced @ 1m
180Hz - 20kHz
70V: 1.5W/3W/5W | 100V: 3W/6W/10W
Full-range 3” driver
130º Conical Coverage
-1dB @ 1.25kHz | -5dB @ 2.5kHz
-10dB @ 10kHz
85dB @ 1W/1m
Cutout Size 4.25” (107.95 mm)
EZ-Mount Ring (Dia) 5.125” (130.18 mm)
Bezel (Dia) 4.88” (123.83 mm)
Mounting Depth (Dia x D)
Overall Dimensions (Dia x D)
Weight 2.9 lbs (1.3 kg)
4.125” (104.78 mm) x 3.16” (80.16 mm) without connector
4.125” (104.78 mm) x 3.88” (98.43 mm) with connector
4.125” (104.78 mm) x 4” (101.6 mm) without connector
4.125” (104.78 mm) x 4.69” (119.08 mm) with connector
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
� Be sure to read the instructions in this section carefully before use. The included conventions of safety
symbols and messages are regarded as very important precautions.
� We recommend you keep this instruction manual handy for future reference.
SAFETY SYMBOL AND MESSAGE CONVENTIONS
Safety symbols and messages described below are used in this manual to prevent bodily injury and property
damage which could result from mishandling. Before operating this product, read this manual first and
understand the safety symbols and messages so you are thoroughly aware of the potential safety risks.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if mishandled, could result
WARNING!
CAUTION!
in death or serious personal injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if mishandled, could result
in moderate or minor personal injury, and/or property damage.
WARNING!
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
***THIS PRODUCT MUST BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN.
THE PROVIDED INSTALLATION HARDWARE MUST BE USED TO INSTALL THIS PRODUCT.
SPEAKER UNIT MUST BE ATTACHED BY A SAFETY CABLE!***
Pro Acoustics is not responsible for the structural integrity of the installation. Please make sure a qualied
technician installs this product and the building’s engineer or architect has approved the equipment and
installation.
1. DO NOT block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with all safety standards and regulations.
2. DO NOT allow any water exposure to speakers.
3. Ensure that no damage to speaker wire is present when installing. Frayed or unterminated wires can lead
to electrical or re danger. When preparing wires, make sure your amplier is turned o & unplugged.
4. AVOID instability in the installation or set up of speakers, to avoid personal injury or property damage.
5. Conrm area where speaker will be installed is structurally sound without signs of damage or structural
issues.
6. DO NOT plug in speaker while hands are wet. May lead to electric shock.
7. MAKE SURE to pull plugs, rather than pull wires. The use of strained or damaged speaker wire may cause
re or electric shock.
8. When connecting/disconnecting speakers, take care to remove the speaker connector without pulling
out the wires. Contact with bare wires when energized can lead to electrical shock.
9. AVOID installing speakers in humidity or dust, direct contact with the sun, near electric, smoke or steam.
May cause re or electric shock.
*WARNING: To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely attached in accordance with the installation
instructions. No naked ame sources – such as candles – should be placed close to the product.
*CAUTION: Changes or modications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s
warranty.