Cambridge Audio SS20 User's Manual
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1. UDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PRACTICAL PURPOSE Some countries and US states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or implied warranties so the above exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other statutory rights which vary from state to state or country to country Cambridge Audio incognito SS20 tao www cambridge audio com Part No AP19419 12. ambridge Audio PREPARING THE LOCATION It is advisable to plan all aspects of installation in advance of work beginning preferably with the house flat building schematics if available Great care should be taken to ensure that all building regulations are followed If in doubt consult an expert When placing the SS20 speakers thought should be given to positions which give the best desired sound coverage throughout a room while not interfering with existing or planned light fittings or joists Also locate speakers taking into account location of furnishings for optimal stereo reproduction Follow these steps to prepare the mounting location 1 Remove the round cardboard pad from inside the supplied template see below SS20 i 207mm diameter I mounting hole 4 Incognito premium ceiling speakers 2 Use the template to mark the position for the mounting hole at the selected location Before cutting ceiling speaker holes it is suggested that the area is tested for clearance by making an L shaped probe from strong wire see illustration below drilling a small hole in the target area inserting the probe and slowly turning Any obstructions will be immediately obvious and the target area can be moved to a more suitable position 110mm Use an L shaped probe to check available void space before cutting _ loudspeaker holes 2 1 3 Cut the mounting hole with a drywall or keyhole saw NN Be su
3. idence that this product is within the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service This warranty is invalid if a the factory applied serial number has been altered or removed from this product or b this product was not purchased from a Cambridge Audio authorised dealer You may call Cambridge Audio or your local country Cambridge Audio distributor to confirm that you have an unaltered serial number and or you purchased from a Cambridge Audio authorised dealer This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God accident misuse abuse negligence commercial use or modification of or to any part of the product This warranty does not cover damage due to improper operation maintenance or installation or attempted repair by anyone other than Cambridge Audio or a Cambridge 8 Incognito premium ceiling speakers Audio dealer or authorised service agent which is authorised to do Cambridge Audio warranty work Any unauthorised repairs will void this warranty This warranty does not cover products sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS REPAIRS OR REPLACEMENTS AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY ARE THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER CAMBRIDGE AUDIO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY IN THIS PRODUCT EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY LAW THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHATSOEVER INCL
4. ifferently coloured wires Press the spring loaded red or black terminal to reveal the connecting hole Insert the stripped end of the speaker wire then release If your speakers are wired incorrectly they will be out of phase and sound hollow and indistinct with a weak bass Re check your connections for correct polarity and reverse the connections if necessary TROUBLESHOOTING There is no sound Ensure that the amplifier is set correctly Check that the interconnects are inserted correctly The sound is distorted or garbled Check aerial connections and placements There is a hum coming from the speaker Ensure that all cable connections are secure There is unwanted background noise and interference Move the tuner or other source away from any other electrical equipment that may be likely to cause interference The remote handset will not function Check that the batteries have not expired Ensure that nothing is blocking the remote sensor SS20 Premium ceiling speakers TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Frequency response 58Hz 20kHz 2dB Impedance 4 Ohms Operational efficiency 90dB for 2 83V Weight 1 1kg 2 4lbs Dimensions 240 x 75mm 9 4 x 3 The crossed out wheeled bin is the European Union symbol for indicating separate collection for electrical and electronic equipment This product contains electrical and electronic equipment which should be reused recycled or recovered and should not be dis
5. incognito SS20 Premium ceiling speakers Installation guide Cambridge Audio INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing these Cambridge Audio Incognito SS20 premium ceiling speakers Incognito is a cost effective modular based system using standard Cat 5 or Cat 6 cable to distribute hi fi quality sound and video images around the home The SS20 are for use primarily in conjunction with the KP10 amplified keypad About this unit Your new Incognito in ceiling speakers have been designed specifically to enhance the performance of your home entertainment system They are the result of an extensive research and development programme undertaken to provide you with accurate uncompromised reproduction of movie soundtracks and music With attention to detail second to none these speakers are designed to deliver maximum enjoyment They mount flush with the ceiling and you can paint their frames and grilles to match the room s decor Please take time to read this guide as it contains important installation information The SS20 can only be as good as the system it is connected to Please do not compromise on your audio visual source components Naturally we recommend products from the Cambridge Audio Azur range Thanks for taking the time to read this manual we do recommend you keep it for future reference al bo Matthew Bramble Technical Director SS20 Premium ceiling speakers Incognito premium ceiling speakers 3 C
6. oss head screwdriver slowly turn each fixing screw clockwise This will move the mounting dog legs out of their slots Tighten each fixing screw until the mounting dog legs grip the ceiling CONNECTING THE SS20 Do not compromise the performance of your system by using inferior quality speaker cables We recommend that high quality cables of 16 gauge or higher be used Your professional dealer will give you good advice Always unplug all A C powered components before making any loudspeaker or component connections This will avoid the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment Follow these steps to connect the speaker to your amplification system 1 Route the speaker cable from your amplification system to the speakers Avoid routing the speaker cable near electrical wires Do not nail or staple the cable 2 Separate about 100mm of speaker cable at each end 6 Incognito premium ceiling speakers Using a wire stripper remove about 10mm of insulation from both ends of each conductor and then twist the strands of each conductor 100mm l 10mm Observing polarity is of the utmost importance while connecting your speakers Ensure that the red terminals on your amplification system are connected to the red on the speakers and black on your amplification system to black on your speakers Amplifier SS20 The speaker cable is coded with a bead or stripe down one lead s insulation or has d
7. posed of with unsorted regular waste Please return ses the unit or contact the authorised dealer from whom you purchased this product for more information This product complies with European Low Voltage 73 23 EEC and Electromagnetic Compatibility 89 336 EEC Directives when used and installed according to this instruction manual For continued compliance only Cambridge Audio accessories should be used with this product and servicing must be referred to qualified service personnel Incognito premium ceiling speakers 7 Cambridge Audio LIMITED WARRANTY Cambridge Audio warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship Subject to the terms set forth below Cambridge Audio will repair or replace at Cambridge Audio s option this product or any defective parts in this product Warranty periods may vary from country to country If in doubt consult your dealer and ensure that you retain proof of purchase To obtain warranty service please contact the Cambridge Audio authorised dealer from which you purchased this product If your dealer is not equipped to perform the repair of your Cambridge Audio product it can be returned by your dealer to Cambridge Audio or an authorised Cambridge Audio service agent You will need to ship this product in either its original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is ev
8. re the mounting surface is between 10 and 30mm thick and that there is at least 80mm of clearance behind the mounting surface Also be sure no wall studs or other objects block the back of the speaker Min 10 30mm kers IUM Cel SS20 Prem ing spea CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your speakers are an example of superior design and craftsmanship These suggestions will help you care for them so you can enjoy them for years Keep the speakers dry If they get wet dry immediately Liquids can contain minerals that can corrode electronic components which can cause premature Keep the speakers away from dust or dirt wear of parts Wipe the speaker frame occasionally with a damp cloth to keep it looking new Do not use harsh chemicals cleaning solvents or strong detergents Incognito premium ceiling speakers 5 Fit the clear plastic painting mask provided when painting the speaker Remove grille by inserting a small hook or similar small implement into surround to avoid getting paint getting on the speaker cone one of the grille openings then pulling on the grille PAINTING THE FRAME AND GRILLE EEEE EEEE S222358 RD Cambridge Audio MOUNTING THE SS20 Before mounting ensure that the four fixing screws are slackened off so that the red mounting dog legs can move freely Move each red dog leg foot to the LEFT into it s holding slot and then insert the speaker into the mounting hole Using a cr
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