The CSP-series speakers are passive coaxial two-way speakers that provide premium sound
quality for use with 70V or 100V systems and for low-ohm systems.
These high power - low distortion speakers feature wide coverage that evenly distributes high
fidelity audio to fill large and small spaces. All models are ideal for broadcasting announcements
and music reproduction in commercial and residential applications.
The CSP-series ceiling speakers have a multi-tap transformer, which allows flexibility in
configuring multiple speakers of a high-impedance system. It is easily accessed with the multitap selector on the front baffle of the speaker. Low frequencies are enhanced with a vented
port, and precise and smooth high frequencies are delivered by the coaxially mounted 3/4"
titanium-coated tweeter. The sealed backcan enhances overall fidelity by focusing the sound
and preventing the distribution of sound into the surrounding ceiling structure.
Removable locking connectors simplify the process of wiring the speakers. Each speaker comes
with the mounting brackets and hardware necessary for installation. The attachment screw
system makes installation simple while providing a secure mounting connection to most ceiling
types. Secondary support tabs ensure extra security for compliance with building codes. The
speakers can be painted to match ceiling décor.
CSP-162
The CSP-162 is a powerful 150-watt, low-distortion ceiling speaker with a built-in multi-tap
transformer with maximum power of 60W. It features a 6.5-inch woofer and 3/4" titaniumcoated tweeter.
CSP-142
The CSP 142 is a compact 80-watt ceiling speaker with a built-in multi-tap transformer with
a maximum power of 30W. It features a 4-inch woofer and 3/4" titanium-coated tweeter.
Low clearance of 6.25" (15.9 cm) makes it possible to install this speaker into smaller ceiling
spaces.
The CSP-series speakers are designed for easy installation. If
necessary, installation can be accomplished without access above
the ceiling.
Tools needed for installation
▪ Drywall saw
8. Fit the slots of the C-ring over the
rails and attach it by inserting the
bolts through the tabs of the C-ring
and securely tightening the nuts.
9. Pull the speaker wire out so that it
extends beyond the ceiling and gives
you enough length to complete the
installation.
▪ Slotted screwdriver
▪ Phillips head screwdriver
▪ Wire stripper
▪ Pencil
Preparing the ceiling
Drop Ceilings
1. Locate the ceiling tile in which the speaker is to be mounted and
remove the tile from the ceiling.
2. Measure to find the center of the tile and place a mark there. Use
that mark to center the cutout template on the tile. With a pencil,
trace an outline of the cutout template on the tile.
3. Use a drywall saw to cut along the traced
line.
Pro tip: For easy cleanup it’s best to
perform this step while placing the tile over
an open box or trashcan.
4. Replace the ceiling tile into the ceiling.
5. Insert the rails through the hole.
6. Place the rails on either side of the hole so that the inverted “V”
ends of the rails fit over the ceiling grid rails. The flat side of the
rails should rest on the tile, and the side with the pre-cut holes
should stand perpendicular on either edge of the hole.
Note: The rails of the mounting bracket do not attach to the
ceiling grid rails, but suspend over them.
7. Insert the C-ring by angling
it through the hole using
the open end of the ring.
Fixed Ceilings
1. Locate the spot where the speaker will be installed
2. Use a stud finder to locate studs in the ceiling. Make sure they
won’t interfere with your installation. If a stud is near the location
of your hole, make sure that there is 1-inch clearance between the
edge of the hole and the stud.
Pro tip: Drill a small pilot hole and probe inside the ceiling with
a stiff wire to make sure there are no obstructions where you are
planning on placing the speaker.
3. With a pencil, trace an outline of the cutout template on the
ceiling.
4. Use a drywall saw to cut along the traced line and remove the
cutout from the ceiling.
5. Pull the speaker wire out so that it extends beyond the ceiling
and gives you enough length to complete the installation.
Connecting the wiring to the removable locking
connector
CSP-162
1. Open the connector cover plate door.
2. Remove the locking connector from the
socket
3. Strip approximately 1/4" (6 mm) off the
ends of the insulation on the speaker
wires.
4. Insert the exposed ends of the wires
into the connector and tighten the
screw-down terminals using a small flat blade
screwdriver.
CSP-142
Inside-ceiling view
of assembled rails
and C-ring.
1. Remove the cover by unscrewing the two
screws attaching it to the backcan.
1.1. Determine the angle your speaker
wires approach the speaker and
remove the appropriate knockout.
1.2. Feed the wires through the
knockout.
2. Remove the locking connector from the
socket
3. Strip approximately 1/4" (6 mm) off the
ends of the insulation on the speaker
wires.
4. Insert the exposed ends of the wires into
the connector and tighten the screwdown terminals using a small flat blade
screwdriver.
3
Wiring Schemes
1234
FROM AMPLIFIER ORPREVIOUS SPEAKER
–
+
TO NEXTSPEAKER
–
+
1234
FROM AMPLIFIER ORPREVIOUS SPEAKER
–
+
TO NEXTSPEAKER
–
+
1234
FROM AMPLIFIER ORPREVIOUS SPEAKER
–
+
TO NEXTSPEAKER
–
+
1234
FROM AMPLIFIER ORPREVIOUS SPEAKER
–
+
TO NEXTSPEAKER
–
+
The removable locking connector has four terminals. The pin
function of each terminal is listed on the label located on the
speaker.
1. Insert the “+” and “-” wires from the amplifier or previous speaker
into the 2 “+” and 3 “-” pins respectively.
2. Insert wires into pin 1 “+” and pin 4 “-” and connect them to the
next speaker’s pin 2 “+” and pin 3 “-” respectively.
1 2 3 4
+ + – –
INLOOP
LOOP
THRU
IN
THRU
Pins 2 and 3 are the “+” and “-” inputs of the speaker, and they are
looped inside the speaker to pins 1 and 4 (Pin 1 connects to Pin 2,
and Pin 3 connects to Pin 4.) Pins 1 and 4 are designed as loop-
through connections to successive speakers.
Parallel wiring
The advantage of this wiring scheme is that when the connector is
pulled out of an individual speaker, the following speakers will remain
connected. This wiring scheme is useful when troubleshooting
because you can disconnect one speaker at a time from the system
without disabling successive speakers. In this scheme pins 1 and 4
have no wires in them.
1 2 3 4
FROM AMPLIFIER OR
PREVIOUS SPEAKER
+
–
1. Insert both “+” wires into pin 2 (one wire from the amplifier or the
previous speaker; the other wire to the positive terminal of the
next speaker.)
2. Insert both “-” wires into pin 3 (one wire from the amplifier or
previous speaker; the other wire to the negative terminal of the
next speaker.)
+
TO NEXT
SPEAKER
–
3. Make sure all screw-down terminals are securely tightened.
TO SUBSEQUENT SPEAKERS
1 2 3 41 2 3 4
1 2 3 4
AMPLIFIER–+
Attaching and securing the wiring to the speaker
CSP-162
1. Using a slotted screwdriver, remove the horizontal
screw of the strain-relief fitting closest to the
cover plate door.
2. Loosen the hold-down screws of the sliding
pieces of the strain-relief fitting with a Phillips
head screwdriver.
3. Run the wires through the opening
of the fitting and plug the removable
locking connector into the connector
socket in the speaker.
Warning: DO NOT FORCE THE
CONNECTOR INTO THE SOCKET.
4. Replace the horizontal screw that
was removed.
+
–
3. Make sure both screw-down terminals are securely tightened.
Note: Because there are two wires connecting to each terminal, it
is important to make sure that the proper contact has been made
and that both wires are securely connected with the screw-down
terminal.
4. Tighten the empty screw-down terminals of pins 1 and 4 to avoid
unwanted vibration.
Loop-through wiring
In this scheme, the subsequent speakers are connected via pins 1 “+”
& 4 “-“. When one speaker is disconnected, all successive speakers
are disconnected too. This scheme can be advantageous when using
larger gauge wiring, and when required by local building code. An
entire section of speakers can be isolated while not affecting the
wiring.
FROM AMPLIFIER OR
PREVIOUS SPEAKER
5. Tighten the strain relief fitting by
gradually tightening both of the
horizontal screws.
6. Once the speaker cable is securely
clamped into place, tighten the two
hold-down screws.
Caution: If using plenum cable, do not
over tighten the strain relief fitting. It
can strip the cable and cause damage.
7. Once the wires have been installed
and are securely clamped, close the
cover plate door and secure it by
tightening the screw with a Phillips
head screwdriver.
CSP-142
+
–
1 2 3 4
+
TO NEXT
SPEAKER
–
1. Plug the removable locking connector with the connected
speaker wires into the connector socket in the speaker.
Warning: DO NOT FORCE THE CONNECTOR INTO THE SOCKET.
2. Replace the cover by replacing the two screws attaching it to the
backcan.
Important: Make sure all wiring conforms to local building codes.
Before installing the speaker into the ceiling,
it is recommended to attach a safety line
to the secondary support tab. Consult
local codes for more information
about secondary support
requirements.
1. Remove the grille by inserting the
included grille removal key in any
hole at the edge of the grille and pull
out to lift the grille.
2. Insert the speaker into the ceiling until
the rim is flush with the ceiling. Make sure to
tuck any excess wire into the ceiling behind the
speaker.
3. While supporting the speaker from below,
use a Phillips head screwdriver to tighten the
mounting tabs by turning the attachment
screws CLOCKWISE.
Note: The first quarter rotation turns the
mounting tabs outward. Make sure that all
the mounting tabs have turned out before
tightening all the attachment screws.
Caution: DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. Over tightening can weaken
or damage the ceiling tile or ceiling structure and damage the
mounting tabs.
1. Place the grille over the speaker baffle.
2. Press the edge of the grille into place
until it is level with the rim.
Note: Pressing on the center can dent
the grille.
Caution: Make sure the grill is firmly seated into the speaker to
prevent it from vibrating or falling.
Painting
Preparing
Remove the grille by inserting the included grille removal key in
any hole at the edge of the grille and pull out to lift the grille. Clean
off any oily residue by rubbing the surfaces with a cloth dampened
with a mild solvent (like mineral spirits) and wait until dry. Do not
use a wire brush, sandpaper, harsh detergents, chemicals, or strong
solvents to prepare these surfaces. It can cause permanent damage
to the grille and rim.
Painting the rim
Adjust the Multi-Tap Selector
Before attaching the grille, set the multi-tap selector dial to the
appropriate setting. Delay attaching the grilles until the taps for all
speakers in the system are adjusted.
The multiple taps of the CSP series allow the flexibility of
determining how much power each speaker drives. For low-ohm
systems, set the dial to the “16R” position.
Caution:DO NOT CONNECT THE SPEAKER TO A HIGH-
VOLTAGE SYSTEM WHEN THE TAP IS SET ON BYPASS 16 OHMS
(16R SETTING ON THE TAP SELECTOR). DOING SO WILL
DAMAGE THE SPEAKER.
15
100 V
3.7
7.5
7.5
70 V
16R
30
15
60
16R
30
100 V
7.5
15
15
16R
70 V
60
30
30
16R
Apply at least two coats of either latex or oil-based paint to the rim.
For best results apply a coat of oil-based primer first.
Painting the grille
Spray on at least two thin coats of latex or oil-based paint. Applying
the paint to the grille with a brush or roller is not advised because it
can create clogs in the mesh and diminish the sound quality of the
speaker. After the paint has dried, replace the grille.
Caution: When painting the speaker after it is installed, make sure to
cover the speaker baffle. Do not attempt to paint the interior of the
No SoundAmplifierMake sure the amplifier is getting an input signal.
Make sure the volume knob is turned up.
Make sure the amp channel output is connected to the correct channel input.
Make sure the amplifier is not faulty. Connect the cable to another amplifier. If there is
output, the problem was the amplifier. If not, the problem may be the cable.
WiringMake sure the cables are securely connected.
Make sure the removable locking connectors are fully inserted into the sockets of
the speakers.
Low speaker
volume
Noise: Crackling or
intermittent output
Noise: buzzingFaulty devices in the signal chainMake sure the noise is not being introduced by a faulty input device.
Multi-tap selectorChange the multi-tap selector to the correct settings.
AmplifierMake sure the amplifier wattage and impedance matches the speakers.
Make sure the amplifier volume knob is turned up.
WiringMake sure the correct connections have been made, and the screw-down terminals
are tightly holding the speaker wire.
Faulty Amplifier or devicesTry operating the system with a different amplifier.
WiringCheck all wires for proper connector contact.
Electromagnetic interferenceMake sure the speaker cable is not running parallel with an electrical cable.
Remove light dimmers, fluorescent lamps, or other appliances from the same circuit.
Noise: hummingGround loop or faulty groundMake sure the system runs a single isolated ground.
Make sure the third ground prong on the power cords have not been removed.
Poor lowfrequency output
Polarity shiftMake sure that the “+” and “–” wires from the amplifier are not crossed on one or
more of the speakers (refer to instructions in Connecting the wiring to the removable locking connector section on page 3).
Vibration of the
speaker is causing
buzzing in the
ceiling
Metal backcanMake sure the metal backcan is not making contact with anything else in the ceiling.
Mounting tabsMake sure the mounting tabs were released from their resting positions and have
been sufficiently tightened (refer to instructions in Installing the speaker into the ceiling section on page 5).
C-ringMake sure the nuts and bolts of the C-ring slots have been sufficiently tightened
(refer to instructions in Installing the speaker into the ceiling section on page 5).
Ceiling tilePlace dampening material under the ceiling grid rail of the drop ceiling or along the
edge of the ceiling tile.
Three-Year Limited Warranty
This SENAL product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for
a period of three (3) years from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later. The warranty provider’s
responsibility with respect to this limited warranty shall be limited solely to repair or replacement, at the provider’s discretion, of any product
that fails during normal use of this product in its intended manner and in its intended environment. Inoperability of the product or part(s) shall be
determined by the warranty provider. If the product has been discontinued, the warranty provider reserves the right to replace it with a model of
equivalent quality and function.
This warranty does not cover damage or defect caused by misuse, neglect, accident, alteration, abuse, improper installation or maintenance.
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, THE WARRANTY PROVIDER MAKES NEITHER ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. This warranty
provides you with specific legal rights, and you may also have additional rights that vary from state to state.
To obtain warranty coverage, contact the Senal Customer Service Department to obtain a return merchandise authorization (“RMA”) number, and
return the defective product to Senal along with the RMA number and proof of purchase. Shipment of the defective product is at the purchaser’s
own risk and expense.
For more information or to arrange service, visit www.senalsound.com or call Customer Service at 212-594-2353.
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