JobSite Systems LSC-8 User's Manual
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1. INSTALLATION amp USER GUIDE Jobsite PURE CUSTOM For Accurate Music and Voice Reproduction from In Ceiling Locations 8 IN CEILING LOUDSPEAKER LSC 8 8 IN CEILING LOUDSPEAKER TABLE OF CONTENTS ul me 1 Product OVerviGW ssssscsssssssssssessssessseessseesseesssesssteesseesseeesseessteesseessseesseessseeeseeseaeesssen 2 Package Contents aa e a datas 2 Preparing for Installation eene tnnt tnntnntentnntnnni 2 LIT c 3 Operation eere dp idrico estesa een ce 4 Specifications Warranty FEATURES LSC 8 8 Talc filled polypropylene woofer with treated foam rubber surround 3 4 pivoting liquid cooled polycarbonate dome tweeter Moisture and UV resistant Rust proof aluminum grilles Installation friendly design Suitable for painting Connection terminals accept up to 12 gauge speaker wire Quick mounting system for new construction or retrofit installations Includes hole template and paint mask Ceiling bracket for new construction Jobsite NCB 8 sold separately PRODUCT OVERVIEW The illustration shows how a typical JobSite LSC 8 loudspeaker mounts into a ceiling Ceiling bracket serves as a hole saver when drywall has not been applied Cannot be used when installing into existing ceilings Knockout wire tie allows the wire to be secured to the bracket througho2. OVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER PURCHASER JOBSITE SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROVIDED OR PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state For the name of the nearest authorized JOBSITE wholesale distributor contact JobSite Systems 12331 S W 130 Street Miami Florida 33186 WWW JOBSITESYSTEMS COM Jobsite PURE CUSTOM JOBSITE SYSTEMS 12331 S W 130 STREET MIAMI FLORIDA 33186 P 866 4JB SITE 866 452 7483 F 305 238 0185 WWW JOBSITESYSTEMS COM 2005 JobSite Systems All rights reserved JobSite Pure Custom and Niles are registered trademarks of Niles Audio Corporation and the JobSite Logo is a trademark of Niles Audio Corporation All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners Some JobSite products or components thereof are manufactured under one or more U S Patents foreign equivalents and or pending patents see product for details Because we constantly strive to improve our products JobSite reserves the right to change product specifications descriptions and prices without notice The technical and other specifications of information contained herein are not inte
3. d of each wire until no frayed ends remain 3 Attach the speaker wires to the speaker terminal connectors Connect the negative output from the amplifier to the black terminal and the positive output from the amplifier to the red terminal 3 4 There are four clamps dogs which hold each speaker in place Rotate all the dogs inward 5 Insert the loudspeaker into the cutout in the ceiling 6 The dogs are tightened via four front baffle screws Tighten the dogs by turning the screws clockwise while pressing the loudspeaker against the ceiling NOTE DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN THESE SCREWS Over tightening the screws may make the grille difficult to install 8 Install the grille into the speaker 9 Repeat this procedure for the next speaker Directing the Tweeter The tweeter is directed by gently pushing on the outside edge of the tweeter grille It Will move 20 in any direction For critical listening point the tweeter to the user s favorite listening position minimizing reflections from the side walls For surround sound or low volume background listening create more reflections and thus more ambience by directing the tweeter towards the side walls Removing the Grilles To remove the grille from the LSC 8 obtain a small paper clip size 1 common and bend the last quarter inch of it into an L shape Holding the paper clip with a pair of pliers insert the end with the L into a hole near the edge of the g
4. e following additional conditions and limitations The Warranty is void and inapplicable if JOBSITE deems that the product has been used or handled other than in accordance with the instructions provided by the manufacturer including but not limited to damage caused by accident mishandling improper installation abuse negligence or normal wear and tear or any defect caused by repair to the product other than by JOBSITE or an authorized JOBSITE wholesale distributor To obtain warranty service you must write to JOBSITE Include your name address telephone number model number and serial number of your unit and a brief description of the problem A factory Return Authorization Number will be sentto you DO NOT RETURN ANY UNIT WITHOUT FIRST RECEIVING WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION AND SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS FROM JOBSITE If the above conditions are met the purchaser s sole remedy shall be to return the product to JOBSITE in which case JOBSITE will repair or replace at its sole option the defective product without charge for parts or labor JOBSITE will return the unit repaired or replaced under warranty by shipping it by its usual shipping method from the factory only at its expense within the United States of America THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PR
5. ing installed Run speaker wire from each location to the amplifier location Label the speakers wires at the amplifier end so you know which wire goes to each speaker TOOLS REQUIRED Stud Locator for existing construction Drywall saw for existing construction Pencil for existing construction Cordless screwdriver with No2 Phillips bit Wire stripper Wire labels INSTALLATION Installation Existing Construction 1 Use a stud locator to identify the location of the ceiling joists on each side of the proposed loudspeaker mounting location 2 Mark ceiling joists edges using masking tape 3 Repeat this process for the other loudspeaker locations 4 You may have to adjust the loudspeaker mounting locations based on how the ceiling joists line up with the proposed speaker mounting locations 5 Check for clearance using the following method a Drill a 1 4 pilot hole in the center of the intended speaker location b Cut a foot long piece of coat hanger c Bend the wire creating a right angle leaving 4 1 4 at one end d Poke the L shaped wire into the pilot hole and turn it in a complete circle checking for obstructions e Push it up into the ceiling cavity to make sure you have approximately 4 of depth f If the coat hanger s movement is obstructed by anything fill the hole s with spackle and try another location 6 Locate the hole template and remove the inside portion of it The in
6. nded to set forth all technical and other speci fications of JobSite products Additional information can be obtained at WWW JOBSITESYSTEMS COM or by calling JobSite at 866 452 7483 Printed in China 07 05 DS00451ACN
7. rille Remove the grille by pulling the paper clip towards you Painting the Speakers The speakers must be masked prior to painting them The inside circular portion of the hole template can be used as a paint mask Remove the outside portion of the template by gently pulling along the perforation Affix the mask to the front of the speaker using a piece of tape Fold the tape onto itself to form a double sided loop Affix the tape to the tweeter and place the mask onto the speaker Painting the Grilles The LSC 8 grille should be painted before they are installed on the speakers The best results will be obtained by using a spray gun or airless sprayer Thin the paint and then apply several light coats This technique helps prevent clogging of grille holes Paint both sides of the grille to cover all the white paint OPERATION Listening at Higher Volumes It requires more power to achieve a reasonable volume of sound in a large room than it does in a small room It is possible to turn the volume so high that the amplifier runs out of power This creates clipping distortion Clipping distortion makes treble sound very harsh and unmusical When you hear harsh sounding treble from any good speaker turn the volume down immediately You are much less likely to damage a speaker with a large amplifier because it will be more difficult to produce clipping distortion SPECIFICATIONS LSC 8 Power handing 5 100 wat
8. side portion can be used as a paint mask if you are painting the frame of the loudspeaker 7 Use a pencil and hole template to trace the hole outline in the desired location on the ceiling 8 Use a drywall saw to cut along the penciled line 9 Strip 1 4 of insulation from the end of each wire coming from the amplifier 10 Tightly twist the end of each wire until no frayed ends remain 11 Attach the speaker wires to the speaker terminal connectors Connect the negative output from the amplifier to the black terminal and the positive output to the red terminal 12 There are four clamps dogs which hold each speaker in place Rotate all the dogs inward 13 Insert the loudspeaker into the cutout in the ceiling 14 The dogs are tightened via four front baffle screws Tighten the dogs by turning the screws clockwise while pressing the loudspeaker against the ceiling NOTE DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN THESE SCREWS Over tightening the screws may make the grille difficult to install 15 Install the grille into the speaker 16 Repeat this procedure for the next speaker Installation New Construction Install the proper ceiling bracket for this loudspeaker NCB 8 using the instructions supplied with the bracket After the hole is cut in the drywall per the bracket instructions perform the following steps 1 Strip 1 4 of insulation from the end of each wire coming from the amplifier 2 Tightly twist the en
9. ts Frequency response 55Hz 20kHz 3dB Impedance 6 ohms Dimensions 10 5 8 outside frame diameter 9 1 2 diameter hole cutout 3 3 4 deep when installed in 1 2 drywall Ceiling Bracket for New Construction JobSite NCB 8 sold separately Warranty 5 year limited LIMITED WARRANTY JobSite Systems JOBSITE a Niles Audio Corporation company warrants its passive products those not requiring AC or battery power to the original purchaser to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of ten years from date of purchase JOBSITE warrants its passive loudspeaker products those not requiring AC or battery power to the original purchaser to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of five years from date of purchase JOBSITE warrants its indoor outdoor loudspeaker products to the original purchaser to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from date of purchase JOBSITE warrants its all weather rock loudspeaker products to the original purchaser to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of five years from date of purchase JOBSITE warrants its active products those requiring AC or battery power to the original purchaser to be free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from date of purchase This Warranty is subject to th
10. ut the new construction process It knocks out cleanly Dogs swivel 90 then A clamp the speaker frame to the drywall Frames are molded with a slight texture to assure good paint adhesion l Mounting screws tighten the m dogs clamping the speaker to the drywall Rust proof aluminum grilles make the loudspeaker perfect for moist environments PACKAGE CONTENTS Speakers x 2 Speaker grilles x 2 Speaker cutout template paint mask x 1 PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION If you are installing the LSC 8 into an existing ceiling take time to consider any possible obstructions which may be hidden inside the ceiling ceiling joists electrical wiring telephone wiring plumbing AC or heating conduit and ductwork Determine the best mounting locations based on the room layout Before cutting any holes make sure the area behind both speakers is clear for installation Speakers provide the best coverage when centered in the room Line up the speakers with a permanently mounted ceiling fixture such as can lights or a light fixture when the speaker is installed Wings instantly snap into the bracket without screws Wings are scored for easy Size trimming Brackets and wings attach to the ceiling joists with nails or screws Figure 1 If you are installing the speakers into a new ceiling follow the above recommendations and install a set of JobSite NCB 8 Ceiling Brackets prior to the drywall be
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