Features
• Widebandwidth,highfidelityperformance—
ensures a full, rich, musical sound with low distortion
• SharesdrivertechnologywithAD-S
(surfacemount)loudspeakersforseamlesssonic
integration—provides the ability to mix speaker
models within zones for the best possible coverage
• AD-CI52STemploysshallowcan—can be mounted
in ceilings and standard architectural walls
• Truehighfidelity,2-waydesign—speakers feature a
1" titanium HF dome tweeter for exceptional sound
quality from a ceiling format loudspeaker
AD-CI52ST/CI52T
AcousticDesign™CeilingSpeakers
QSC’s new AcousticDesign “C” Series represents
the state-of-the-art for in-ceiling speakers. Delivering
exceptional sound quality and value for background
music and paging systems, the AD-CI52T and
AD-CI52ST are ideal for a wide range of business
applications, including hotels, restaurants and pubs,
corporate offices, retail spaces, convention centers,
recreation facilities, churches, airports, etc.
Featuring an unusually wide frequency range and
the ability to deliver higher SPLs, the AcousticDesign
Series loudspeakers provide natural sounding lows
and transparent highs for a truly musical sound with
very low distortion. Coupled with wide and even
dispersion, the AD-CI52T and AD-CI52ST deliver
outstanding coverage.
The AcousticDesign “C” Series ceiling speakers employ
a 5.25" weather-resistant LF transducer incorporating
a low-distortion fiberglass cone, a 25 mm voice
coil, and a rubber surround. The HF driver is a 1"
pure titanium dome tweeter utilizing a neodymium
magnet structure. With its larger, ported enclosure, the
AD-CI52ST provides greater low-frequency extension
and makes an excellent choice for installations requiring
shallow install depth—such as cruise ships. By contrast,
the AD-CI52T has a smaller “footprint”—enabling
this speaker to be less visually intrusive. While both
models are weather resistant, the AD-CI52T, by not
being a ported enclosure, carries the added benefit of
being a fully sealed speaker system.
The AcousticDesign ceiling speakers are packaged
with the backcan, support bracket, tile rails, and a
grille. For integration with any décor, the trim and
grille can be painted. Additionally, these speakers are
well suited for use in air handling spaces per UL2043
and UL1480. There is also a seismic tab provided for
secondary support.
Specifications AD-CI52ST AD-CI52T
Configuration Shallow can, 2-way, ported enclosure Compact 2-way, sealed enclosure
Transducers
Low-frequency Transducers 5.25" (13 cm) weather resistant, 5.25" (13 cm) weather resistant,
low distortion fiberglass cone woofer, low distortion fiberglass cone woofer,
25 mm voice coil, rubber surround 25 mm voice coil, rubber surround
High-frequency Transducer 1" titanium dome tweeter, 1" titanium dome tweeter,
neodymium magnet neodymium magnet
Frequency Range
Frequency Response (-6 dB) 63 Hz – 20 kHz 85 Hz – 20 kHz
Useable Frequency Range (-10 dB) 53 Hz – 20 kHz 65 Hz – 20 kHz
Maximum Output
Calculated Peak Output 109 dB SPL 108 dB SPL
Calculated Continuous Output 103 dB SPL 102 dB SPL
Nominal Impedance 8Ω 8Ω
Power Rating
RMS Power Handling3 40 W (100 hours IEC) 40 W (100 hours IEC)
Recommended Max Amp Power 80 W RMS 80 W RMS
Sensitivity 87.5 dB, 2.83V, 1 m, 86 dB, 2.83V, 1 m,
flush mounted (2π) flush mounted (2π)
Nominal Coverage 100° conical pattern 90° conical pattern
Bass Loading Ported, tuned to 70 Hz Sealed
Transformers
Type Custom low distortion laminated core, wide bandwidth design
Taps 70/100 V: 30, 15, 7.5, 3.8 W and 8Ω selected by switch
Insertion Loss 0.8 dB, averaged over 50 Hz – 20 kHz bandwidth (30 W tap)
Distortion < .01% THD above 100 Hz, 0.2% at 50 Hz (30 W tap)
Bandwidth 40 Hz – 20 kHz (-1 dB, all taps)
Enclosure
Material Injection molded, high impact polystyrene baffle on a steel enclosure
Finish White (paintable)
Grille Heavy duty powder coated steel
Connectors 4-pin Euro terminals in fire protective sub-chamber
Mounting Hardware Rails and brackets for ceiling tile installation
Weight - Net / Shipping (pair) 8 lb (3.6 kg) / 27 lb (12.2 kg) 7.5 lb. (3.4 kg) / 24 lb (10.9 kg)
Available Accessories ADC-MRS Mud ring bracket ADC-MR Mud ring bracket
ADC-NCS New construction bracket ADC-NC New construction bracket
1) All frequency ranges specified refer to measured free field response (half space, 2π).
2) Calculated SPL at 1m, (half space, 2π), speaker operating at rated RMS power with pink noise within specified frequency range
3) Maximum input power tested in accordance with IEC 268-5 recommendations, 50 Hz – 20 kHz band limiting, 6 dB signal crest factor.
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AD-CI52ST/CI52T
AD-CI52ST AD-CI52T
Dimensions | Frequency Response
Top
11.45"
290.83 mm
12.63"
320.80 mm
Front
.28"
7.11 mm
.18" with ring
4.572 mm
.24" without ring
6.096 mm
3.75"
95.25 mm
Side
Top
8.5"
215.9 mm
Front
9.28"
235.71 mm
.28"
7.11 mm
.18" with ring
4.572 mm
.24" without ring
6.096 mm
7.35"
186.69 mm
Side
AD-CI52ST
FrequencyResponse
(2π,8Ω)
AD-CI52T
FrequencyResponse
(2π,8Ω)
110
105
100
95
90
85
80
dBSPL
75
70
65
60
55
50
20Hz 50 100 200 500 1K 2K 5K 10k 20K
110
105
100
95
90
85
80
dBSPL
75
70
65
60
55
50
20Hz 50 100 200 500 1K 2K 5K 10k 20K
Frequency (Hz)
Frequency (Hz)
0degrees−−
45degrees−−
0degrees−−
45degrees−−
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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AD-CI52ST/CI52ST Spec Sheet - 06/18/08
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