Polk Audio RC60i User's Manual
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3. Entfernen Sie den Gitteraufsatz mit einer BUroklammer FIGURE 7 Mask the drivers and baffles then spray paint in thin coats Enmascare los excitadores y los bafles luego aplique manos delgadas de pintura aerosol Masquez les haut parleurs et les crans acoustiques puis vaporisez la peinture en couches minces Decken Sie die Treiber und Resonanzw ande ab Spritzen Sie dann den Lack in d nnen Schichten auf 4 Get more information and exclusive accessories visit www polkaudio com FIGURE 8 Peel away fabric grille scrim before painting grille Retire la gasa difusora de la rejilla antes de pintar la rejilla Avant de peinturer la grille d tachez et enlevez le tissu Ziehen Sie den Stofffilter vom Schutzgitter bevor Sie das Schutzgitter streichen FIGURE 9 Paint the grille Use thin coats of spray paint Do not block grille holes with paint Pinte la rejilla Aplique manos delgadas de pintura aerosol No bloquee con pintura los agujeros de la rejilla Peinturez la grille Appliquez des couches minces de peinture a rosol N obstruez pas les trous de la grille de peinture Streichen Sie den Gitteraufsatz Verwenden Sie dazu d nne Spritzlackschichten Die Offnungen des Gitteraufsatzes dirfen nicht mit Farbe bzw Lack blockiert werden For Customer Service call 800 377 7655 5 INSTALLATION Out of the box and into the wall that s how easy it is to install Polk RC7 Series In Wall Loudspeakers If yo
4. 3 aim the tweeter toward the nearest reflecting surface an adjacent wall or ceiling for a more diffuse sound field if you so desire for more direct sound aim the tweeters at your listening position Jaa T T 2 ft 2 ft 60cm 60cm recommended height 5 7 170cm FIGURE 2 Recommended measurements for HT front stage placement Medidas recomendadas para la ubicaci n en el escenario del cine en casa Mesures recommand es pour l installation des haut parleurs avant Empfohlene Abmessungen f r die Platzierung in Heimtheatern Frontbeschallung 2 Get more information and exclusive accessories visit www polkaudio com RCoos RC657 RC85 models Holding the edges of the tweeter carefully between the thumbs and forefingers of both hands rock the tweeter slightly to aim it figure 4 RC607 RC807 models Grasping the round tweeter with the tips of the fingers of one hand pivot the tweeter toward the direction you desire figure 5 Do not turn the tweeter like a door knob Note RCi Series In Wall Loudspeakers are not magnetically shielded and should not be placed closer than 1 80cm from a television or video monitor If you experience discoloration or distortion immediately move the speakers away from your TV ITO SE RRB RRR RRR RIT KXXKKK RRR RE EXKK KK LY lt 85 850 eee RRKKKKEN SERS SSS ROKKKG vetetacetes SRN SSSR oS S KSSS SS LISSI SIS KKK lt gt
5. SERIES IN WALL LOUDSPEAKERS You will need e Paint of your choice to make the job easi er we recommend spray painting the grille e A paperclip or corkscrew for removing the paintable grille corkscrew can also be used to open the wine when you relax with your newly painted RC speakers e Masking tape e Paint mask to cover unpaintable parts supplied PREPARING TO PAINT 1 Separate the parts of the speaker If the speaker is not yet installed the grille can be removed simply by pushing the clamp screws forward to push the grille off the speaker from the inside If the speaker is already in the wall carefully hook the grille with a bent paper clip and pull it gently away from the frame figure 6 2 When painting the frame of the speaker use the supplied paint masks to carefully mask off the front of the speakers to pro tect the drivers and baffles while painting You can do this while the speaker is already installed in the wall if for instance youre repainting the room If you do not have the paint masks carefully mask the speaker components using paper and masking tape PAINTING THE FRAME 1 Apply paint to exposed unmasked parts Use two or more thin coats Spray painting is recommended figure 7 2 When the paint is completely dry remove the masking material PAINTING THE GRILLE 1 The grille of the RC Series speaker fea tures an even protective powder coating This powder coati
6. from whom you purchased the Product or to the Factory at 2900 Britannia Boulevard Suite D San Diego California 92154 Products must be shipped in the original shipping container or its equiva lent in any case the risk of loss or damage in transit is to be borne by you If upon examina tion at the Factory or Polk Audio Authorized Dealer it is determined that the unit was defective in materials or workmanship at any time during this Warranty period Polk Audio or the Polk Audio Authorized Dealer will at its option repair or replace this Product at no additional charge except as set forth below All replaced parts and Products become the property of Polk Audio Products replaced or repaired under this warranty will be returned to you within a reasonable time freight prepaid This warranty does not include service or parts to repair damage caused by accident disaster misuse abuse negligence inadequate packing or shipping procedures commercial use voltage inputs in excess of the rated maximum of the unit cosmetic appearance of cabinetry not directly attribut able to defect in materials or workmanship or service repair or modification of the Product which has not been authorized or approved by Polk Audio This warranty shall terminate if the Serial number on the Product has been removed tampered with or defaced This warranty is in lieu of all other expressed Warranties If this Product is defective in materials
7. grille and the speaker frame This will damage your speaker Loosen the rotating wall clamps by unscrewing them Make sure that the rotating wall clamps are flipped inwards so that your speaker fits into your cutout without nicking your wall Then place the speaker carefully into the cutout figure 13 If you have a level use it to help you correctly align the speaker Tighten the wall clamp screws with a screwdriver This will rotate the wall clamps and secure the speaker to the wall Hint on the RCO5i RC6d and RC85 models tighten the center screws before tightening the corners for the most flush fit to your wall Do not over tighten the wall clamp screws figure 14 e Carefully reinstall the grille by fitting it into its recess so that it is just resting on the frame Starting with one corner go around the speaker and push the grille into the grille notch a little bit at a time Be gentle the grille may be easily bent out of shape by rough handling You will feel a positive snap when it is fully in place Where s the corkscrew FIGURE 13 Place the speaker carefully into the cutout Coloque cuidadosamente el altavoz en el agujero Placez d licatement le haut parleur dans l ouverture Platzieren Sie die Lautsprecher vorsichtig in der ausgeschnittenen Offnung FIGURE 14 Tighten retaining wall clamps to engage wall Use a 2 Phillips head screwdriver or a powered screwdriver Apriete las prensas de ret
8. or workmanship as warranted above your sole remedy shall be repair or replacement as provided above In no event will Polk Audio Inc be liable to you for any incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the Product even if Polk Audio Inc or a Polk Audio Authorized Dealer has been advised of the possibility of such damages or for any claim by any other party Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential damages so the above limitation and exclusion may not apply to you All implied warranties on this Product are limited to the duration of this expressed Warranty Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied Warranty lasts so the above limitations may not apply to you This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you also may have other rights which vary from state to state This Warranty applies only to Products purchased in the United States of America its possessions and U S and NATO armed forces exchanges and audio clubs The Warranty terms and conditions applicable to Products purchased in other countries are available from the Polk Audio Authorized Distributors in such countries Polk Audio Polk The Speaker Specialists Power Port and Dynamic Balance are trademarks of Britannia Investment Corporation used under license by Polk Audio Incorporated Dolby Pro Logic Dolby Digital and AC 3 are trademarks of Dolby
9. the thumbs and forefingers of both hands rock the tweeter slightly to aim it Modelos RC55i RC65i RC85i Sujete cuidadosamente los bor des del tweeter oblongo entre sus pulgares e indices y con un movimiento de vaiv n oriente cuidadosamente el tweeter RC55i RC65i et RC85i Pour orienter le tweeter tenez son rebord avec le pouce et l index des deux mains et basculez le d licatement Modelle RC55i RC65i RC85I Halten Sie die Kanten der rechteckigen Hochtonlautsprecher vorsichtig zwischen Daumen und Zeigefinger Ricken Sie den Lautsprecher leicht hin und her um ihn entsprechend auszurichten FIGURE 5 RC60i RC80i models Grasping the round tweeter with the tips of the fingers of one hand pivot the tweeter in the direction you desire Do not turn tweeter like a door knob Modelos RC60i RC80i Sujete el tweeter redondo con las puntas de los dedos de una mano y luego ori ntelo en la direcci n deseada No haga girar el tweeter como si fuera el pomo de una puerta RC60i et RC8Oi Pour orienter le tweeter tenez le du bout des doigts et faites le pivoter dans la direction d sir e Ne le tournez jamais comme une poign e de porte Modelle RC60i RC80i Halten Sie den runden Hochtonlautsprecher mit den Fingerspitzen einer Hand w hrend Sie ihn in die gew nschte Richtung drehen Der Hochtonlautsprecher darf nicht wie ein T rknauf gedreht werden For Customer Service call 800 377 7655 3 PAINTING YOUR RCi
10. this will great decrease the speaker s useful life and everything will sound glub glub like it s coming from under water For Customer Service call 800 377 7655 9 POLK AUDIO LIMITED WARRANTY SPECIFICATIONS RC55i RC65i RC85i Frequency Response 67Hz 20Khz 32Hz 20Khz 30Hz 20Khz Recommended Power 20 100wrms 20 100wrms 20 100wrms Impedance Compatible with 8 Ohm amplifiers Compatible with 8 Ohm amplifiers Compatible with 8 Ohm amplifiers Efficiency dB 1w 1m 89db 89db 90db Drive Unit Complement Mid Bass 1 514 13 3cm mineral filled polypropylene cone rubber suspension 1 6 4 16 5cm mineral filled polypropylene cone rubber suspension 1 8 20cm mineral filled polypropylene cone rubber suspension Tweeter 34 1 9cm soft dome in swivel mount 34 1 9cm soft dome in swivel mount 1 2 5cm soft dome in swivel mount Cutout Dimensions 6 6 x 9 15 7cm x 24 4cm 15 72cm x 24 45cm 16 x 1034 18 6cm x 27 3cm 18 57cm x 27 81cm 8116 x 1234 22 1cm x 32 4cm 22 07cm x 32 39cm Depth with 4 drywall 2346 5 56cm 276 6 19cm 2 7 30cm Shipping Weight Pair 7 4 LBS 3 4 Kg 8 LBS 3 63 Kg 1114 LBS 5 22 Ke RC6O0i RCS8Oi Frequency Response 40Hz 20Khz 35Hz 20Khz Recommended Power 20 100wrms 20 100wrms Impedance Compatible with 8 Ohm amplifiers Compatible with 8 Ohm amplifiers Efficiency dB 1w 1m 89db 90db
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12. Owner s A Pf LL x EL WA polkaudio e speaker specialists 5601 METRO DRIVE BALTIMORE MARYLAND 21215 USA 800 377 7655 FAX 410 764 5266 www polkaudio com pol ka T d iO the speaker specialists PLACEMENT OPTIONS Polk Audio RCi Series In Wall Loudspeakers give you nearly endless placement options But remember that placement choice for your in wall speakers bears careful consideration as installation requires that you cut a hole in your wall Fill a room with sound by installing in wall speakers in nearly any wall or ceiling location figure 1 Polk RC Series In Wall Loudspeakers have a wide dispersion pattern and aimable tweeters that allow you to focus their sound l OPTION 1 7 OPTION 2 5 lt in ceiling r OPTION 3 E FIGURE 1 RC Series audio and A V placement options in wall or ceiling Opciones de ubicaci n al ras de la pared o del cielorraso para equipo audiovisual y de audio de la Serie RC Recommended measurements for HT front stage placement Platzierungsm glichkeiten f r RC Systeme in Wand oder Zimmerdecke Audio und kombiniertes Audio Video ADJUSTING THE TWEETER Aiming the tweeter toward your listening position improves imaging and detail When using RkC Series In Wall Loudspeakers as front main home theater speakers figure 2 aim the tweeter toward your listening posi tion For rear surround speakers installed in walls or ceilings figure
13. enci n de la pared para enganchar el altavoz a la pared Use un destornillador Phillips No 2 o un destornillador el ctrico Reserrez les attaches murales pour fixer solidement l unit au mur Utilisez un tournevis ou une perceuse t te Phillips no 2 Ziehen Sie die Wandklemmen fest um das System an der Wand zu befestigen Verwenden Sie dazu einen Kreuzschlitzschraubendreher Nr 2 oder einen Schraubendreher mit Motorantrieb 8 Get more information and exclusive accessories visit www polkaudio com SAFETY FIRST When installing your RC Series In Wall Loudspeakers be aware of the weight of your particular model see specification page for the weight of your model and the sturdiness of the material into which you are installing the speaker Also be aware of any concealed studs electrical wiring or plumbing in the wall or ceiling into which you are installing the speakers If you are not sure of a safe way to install these speakers consult a professional installer your authorized Polk Audio dealer or a building contractor If you plan to install your RC Series speakers where water will directly contact them it is advisable to use a silicone sealant or caulk between the frame of the speaker and the wall surface This seal should prevent water from getting behind the loudspeaker and possibly damaging the wall surface Do not position the speaker where water can pool on the surface of the woofer cone or tweeter dome as
14. hteckige Vorlage Umranden Sie den u eren Rand der Vorlage mit einem 6 Get more information and exclusive accessories visit www polkaudio com FOLLOW THESE EASY STEPS e Make sure the material into which you plan to mount the speakers plaster drywall paneling stone etc can support the weight of the speakers see specification page for the weight of your model Make sure the locations you select do not conceal studs electrical wiring or plumb ing Prior to installation hold the speaker in your chosen location to make sure it safely clears obstacles such as studs cor ners beams lighting fixtures and door win dow frames Your cutout must be at least 1 25mm from adjoining walls or ceiling internal studs or plumbing Using the template trace the installation location with a pencil You can do this by holding the template in your preferred location and tracing around it rectangle or within the template pop out area round Use a level to make certain the template is straight and plumb This is the exact cutout size figures 10a amp 10b ij FIGURE 11 Cut the hole with the appropriate tool Haga el corte con la herramienta apropiada Taillez l ouverture avec l outil appropri Schneiden Sie die ffnung mit dem entsprechenden Werkzeug aus e Carefully cut the hole with the appropriate cutting tool for your wall or ceiling material start the hole by drilling a hole on the inside of the tracing
15. ng is an ideal primer 2 Grilles must be spray painted Do not use a brush and paint Thick brushed paint may clog the grille holes 3 RC554 RC65i RC85i models Before spray painting the grille carefully remove the grille s fabric scrim by peeling it away from the inside of the grille figure 8 Place this on a clean flat surface where it will not get wrinkled 4 After removing the grille by carefully hook ing it with a bent paper clip and pulling it gently away from the frame spray on two thin coats of finish color If you re using a compressor and spray gun use the finest most diffuse setting Be careful not to fill the holes in the grille with paint figure 9 oO When the paint is completely dry carefully reinstall the grille by fitting it into its recess so that it is just resting on the frame Starting with one corner go around the speaker and push the grille into the grille notch a little bit at a time Be gentle the grille may be easily bent out of shape by rough handling You will feel a positive snap when it is fully in place 6 RG557 RC657 RC85 models When the grille is dry carefully press the fabric scrim back into place on the inside of the grille The special fabric scrim hides the speaker s drivers from view and will not interfere with the sound FIGURE 6 Use a paperclip to remove grille Use un sujetapapeles para quitar la rejilla Utilisez un trombone pour retirer la grille
16. u intend to do the installation yourself we recommend that you possess some skill in the proper use of hand and power tools You should have a thorough understanding of local building and fire codes and a familiarity with the area behind the wall or ceiling into which you plan to install your speakers Install speaker wires before installing speak ers Wire meeting appropriate building and fire codes must be used Use at least 18 gauge wire or heavier for the utmost in sound quality Wiring is best performed by an expe rienced professional If you are in doubt that you possess the necessary skills or tools consult your Polk Audio dealer or a profes sional installer POP OUT AREA FIGURE 10a Round Template Trace within the pop out area Plantilla redonda Marque dentro del area que se va a desechar Gabarit rond Tracez l int rieur du gabarit Runde Vorlage Umranden Sie den inneren gestanzten Teil der Vorlage YOU WILL NEED e Pencil for marking the location of installation e Keyhole saw utility knife or material appropriate incising implement for cutting drywall or other wall material e Level e Screwdriver preferably powered with Phillips head bit e Power drill with appropriate bit optional for starting wall cut TEMPLATE FIGURE 10b Rectangular Template Trace around the template Plantilla rectangular Marque alrededor de la plantilla Gabarit rectangulaire Tracez autour du gabarit Rec
17. with the drill bit touching the line Use this hole to insert the saw or knife and begin cutting figure 11 e Once you have cut the hole fish your previ ously positioned wiring out of the hole and connect the speaker Follow the hookup directions included with your receiver Strip Y inch 12 mm of insulation from each of the two conductors of the wire to expose the bare metal and twist each of the con ductors into a single unfrayed strand so you have two unfrayed strands Note that one of the terminals on the rear of each speaker is red and the other is black Make certain that you connect the wire from the red terminal of your amplifier or receiver to the red terminal on your speaker and the wire from the black termi nal of your amplifier or receiver to the black terminal on your speaker Most wire has some indicator such as color cod ing ribbing or writing on one of the two conductors to help you maintain consisten cy figure 12 FIGURE 12 Hook up the speaker wires Conecte los cables de los altavoces Branchez les fils de haut parleur SchlieBen Sie die Lautsprecherkabel an For Customer Service call 800 377 7655 7 e To install the speaker first carefully remove the grille using a straightened paperclip or other pointed metal tool Insert the point into one of the grille perforations near a corner and lift the grille free Never use a knife or screwdriver to pry between the
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