Radio Shack 2-Way In-Wall Speaker System, 40-4095 Owner's Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL — Please read before using this equipment.
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2-Way In-Wall Speaker System
Your RadioShack 2-Way In-Wall Speaker System features a 61/2-inch driver, adjustable wide-angle monopole tweeter, and crossover for rich lows and crisp, clean highs. It can handle 50W of amplifier power. You can mount your speaker almost anywhere, mak­ing it ideal for use in a surround-sound sys­tem. The speaker mounts flush with the ceiling or wall, and you can paint its frame and grille to match the room’s decor.
You need these items (not supplied) to mount your speaker:
• drywall or keyhole saw
• wire stripper
• Phillips screwdriver
• pencil
• 18- to 20-gauge speaker wire
Note:
We recommend using speaker wire that is rated as safe for in-wall use, available at your local RadioShack store.
PREPARING THE LOCATION
Be sure the mounting surface:
• is between
1
/2 and 11/4 inches thick
• has at least 5 inches of clearance behind the mounting surface
• has no wall studs or other objects that will block the back of the speaker
• does not have AC wiring near the mounting area
Remove the cardboard mask from inside the supplied cardboard template and keep it for later use as a paint mask for the driver and tweeter.
Use the cardboard template to mark the po­sition for the mounting hole at the selected location. Then carefully cut out the mounting hole using a drywall or keyhole saw.
PAINTING THE FRAME AND GRILLE
If you choose to paint the frame and grille, follow these steps.
1. Remove the grille by carefully inserting a small screwdriver between the top part of the frame and grille then carefully pulling up on the grille.
2. Cover the driver and tweeter with the supplied cardboard mask then paint the frame.
Caution:
Be careful not to get paint on
the speaker elements.
3. Paint the grille.
Note:
We recommend spray painting the grille to prevent blocking the grille holes with paint.
4. After the paint completely dries, remove the cardboard mask.
5. Replace the grille after you mount the speaker.
Note:
Before mounting the speaker, connect and test it. See “Connecting the Speaker Wire” on Page 2.
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CONNECTING THE SPEAKER WIRE
Your local RadioShack store has a wide se­lection of speaker wire. We recommend you use color-coded or marked wire to help you correctly connect the wire. Most color-coded wires have a stripe running down one of the conductors and marked wires have ridges along one of the conductors.
Cautions:
• Avoid routing the speaker wire near elec­trical wires.
• Do not nail or staple the speaker wire.
• Take care never to exceed the speaker’s maximum power rating (see “Specifica­tions” on Page 3).
• To avoid any damage to the speaker or amplifier/receiver, turn off the amplifier/ receiver before making the connections.
Follow these steps to connect the speaker to your receiver/amplifier.
1. Route the speaker wire from your receiver/amplifier to the speaker.
2. Separate the wire’s two conductors at both ends for a length of about 4 inches.
3. Strip the insulation from the ends of each conductor to expose
1
/4 inch of wire and
twist the loose strands.
4. Connect the speaker wire to the terminals on the back of the speaker. Press the red terminal’s tab and insert one of the wire ends. Then release the tab.
Press the black terminal’s tab and insert one of the wire ends. Then release the tab.
5. Using the wire’s color-coding or marking as a guide, connect the conductor that is connected to the speaker’s red (+) termi­nal to your amplifier/receiver’s positive (+) terminal. Then connect the negative (–) conductor to your receiver/amplifier’s negative (–) terminal.
MOUNTING THE SPEAKER
Note:
Before mounting the speaker, connect and test it. See “Connecting the Speaker Wire.”
1. If you have not already done so, remove the grille (see “Painting the Frame and Grille” on Page 1).
2. Make sure the mounting tabs are in place (parallel with the edge of the speaker, not pointing outward), then insert the speaker into the mounting hole.
3. Use the four supplied mounting screws to secure the mounting tabs to the wall or ceiling.
4 Inches
Conductors
1
/4 Inch
Mounting Tabs
Mounting Tabs
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4. If desired, tilt the tweeter toward the lis­tening area. Carefully press down on the upper or lower frame surrounding the tweeter to tilt it two steps up or down.
Caution:
When you move the tweeter, do not touch the thin, vibrating part. Hold only the outer, hard plastic portion.
5. Replace the grille.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Caution:
You might permanently damage your speaker by cleaning it with a vacuum cleaner. Use a feather duster or a soft loose cloth instead.
To enjoy your speaker for a long time:
• Keep the speaker dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.
• Use and store the speaker only in normal temperature environments.
• Handle the speaker gently and carefully. Do not drop it.
• Keep the speaker away from dust and dirt.
• Wipe the speaker with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new.
Modifying or tampering with the speaker’s in­ternal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty. If your speaker is not performing as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance.
SPECIFICATIONS
Resonant Frequency ........................ 55 Hz ± 20%
Frequency Response ..................... 65 Hz–25 kHz
Power Handling .................................... 50W RMS
Maximum Power ......................................... 100W
Impedance ............................... 8 Ohms (nominal)
Sensitivity .................................................... 89 dB
Magnet Size ................................... Woofer 6
1
/2 in
Tweeter 2 × 2
1
/2 in
Magnet Weight ................................ Woofer 10 oz
Tweeter 2.8 oz
Dimensions (HWD) ...................... 12 × 9 × 3
1
/2 in
(30.5 × 23 × 9 cm)
Specifications are typical; individual units might vary. Specifications are subject to change and im­provement without notice.
Do Not Touch This Area
Press Here
Press Here
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RadioShack A Division of Tandy Corporation Fort Worth, Texas 76102
Limited One-Year Warranty
This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workman­ship under normal use for one (1) year from the date of purchase from RadioSha ck compan y- owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, Ra­dioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RE­SPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT T O ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFOR­MANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, IN­CLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA, PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDEN­TAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limita­tion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. In the event of a product defect during the warranty period, take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store. RadioShack will, at its option, un­less otherwise provided by law: (a) correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor; (b) replace the product with one of the same or similar design; or (c) refund the purchase price. All replaced parts and products, and products on which a refund is made, become the prop­erty of RadioShack. New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of warranty service. Repaired or replaced parts and products are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period. You will be charged for repair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period. This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God, abuse, accident, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, failure to follow instructions, improper installation or maintenance, alteration, lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current; (b) any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility; (c) consumables such as fuses or batteries; (d) cosmetic damage; (e) transportation, shipping or insurance costs; or (f) costs of product removal, installation, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
RadioShack Customer Relations, 200 Taylor Street, 6th Floor, Fort Worth, TX 76102
We Service What We Sel l
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