Klipsch CDT ARCHITECTURAL Speaker User Manual
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1. CDT ARCHITECTURAL LOUDSPEAKER OWNER S MANUAL IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ these instructions KEEP these instructions HEED all warnings FOLLOW all instructions DO NOT use this apparatus near water CLEAN ONLY with dry cloth DO NOT block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 8 DO NOT install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 DO NOT defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wider blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 ONLY USE attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 USE only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 13 UNPLUG this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 REFER all servic2. RY KLIPSCH S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR AS SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS KLIPSCH DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WAR RANTIES AND CONDITIONS EXPRESS OR IMPLIED STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE FOR THE PRODUCT FOR U S CUSTOMERS ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THE PRODUCT INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN TIME TO THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY SOME STATES JURISDICTIONS OR COUNTRIES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS ARCHITECTURAL SPEAKERS OR LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITIONS LASTS 50 THIS LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU KLIPSCH DOES NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY FOR SPECIAL INDI RECT CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY LIABILITY FOR THIRD PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES OR FOR PRODUCTS NOT BEING AVAILABLE FOR USE THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY FOR WHICH KLIPSCH MAY BE RESPONSIBLE WILL BE NO MORE THAN THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE PRODUCT THAT IS THE SUBJECT OF THE CLAIM SOME STATES JURISDICTIONS OR COUNTRIES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF SPECIAL INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU WARRANTY OUTSIDE THE U S AND CANADA The Warranty on this product if it is sold to a consumer outside of the United Sta
3. channels in audio or home theater applications or as part of a distributed sound system Any CDT model ending with SC is designed specifically for surround use in home theater applications Minimum Tools Required 2 Phillips Screwdriver Wire strippers Level Stud finder Saw In Ceiling Speaker Placement Designed to function in any drywall or drop ceiling Klipsch in ceiling speakers are engineered for years of performance Minimum construction requirements call for drywall or other mounting surfaces to be at least 3 8 thick In drop ceiling installations typical drop in 2 x 4 and 2 x 2 ceiling tiles are composed of low density materials which have the potential over time to sag and vibrate audibly To maximize the acoustic performance of your in ceiling speakers Klipsch recommends you replace the original mounting panel with 1 2 to 3 4 plywood or medium density fiberboard MDF see above Speaker Installation for New Construction skip to step 3 1 Cut the appropriate size opening in the wall or ceiling using the template provided If the template is not available cutout dimensions are provided on the Klipsch website www klipsch com Sizes listed are minimum If accuracy of cut cannot be achieved you may add 1 4 to each dimension Be careful not to cut through any existing wiring or plumbing Avoid compromising any fire stops between studs 2 Run speaker wiring 18 gauge minimum to the openings Be sur
4. e to comply with all building codes in your area 3 Attach the wire to the speaker using the wire s color coding or markings as a guide to maintain proper polarity oo lt gt 4 Insert the speaker assembly into the opening and attach by tightening the four Phillips screws below The frame s four dogs will swivel out and sandwich the wall and frame togeth er as they are tightened If you use a power tool to tighten these screws please use a low torgue setting Failure to do 50 could result in damage to your speaker 5 Adjust the direction of the speaker by swiveling it to the left or right as needed If desired you may also adjust the tilt of the speaker and gently adjust the horn to the desired angle Do not attempt to turn the tweeter stem while adjusting the swivel tweeter 6 At this point you may paint the speaker grilles before attach ing them to the speaker Klipsch grilles are designed to accept most types of paint Care should be taken to avoid excessive paint build up in the grille perforations 7 Press the grille into place see back page for more illustrations OPERATING CONTROLS Mid Bass and Tweeter Attenuator Switch 3000 and 5000 Series some CDT models feature a Tweeter switch 3000 series or both a Mid Bass and a Tweeter switch 3000 amp 5000 series located on the front baffle The switch allows a setting of either OdB normal or 3dB in the respective frequency ran
5. ge installing in an acoustically bright room such as a bathroom or kitchen you may want to adjust the Tweeter level switch If the speaker is located in a corner and produces too much bass you may need to adjust the Mid Bass level switch The position of the switches should always be checked prior to attaching the grille LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY FOR KLIPSCH BRANDED IN WALL INCEILING AND OUTDOOR SPEAKERS Klipsch warrants to the original retail purchaser that this product is to be free from defective materials and workmanship for the life of the product if it is properly used and maintained If this product proves defective in either material or workmanship Klipsch at its option will a repair the product or b replace the product at no charge for parts or labor If the product model is no longer available and cannot be repaired effectively or replaced with an identical model Klipsch at its sole option may replace the unit with a current model of equal or greater value In some cases modification to the mounting surface may be required where a new model is substituted Klipsch assumes no responsi bility or liability for such modification To obtain a repair or replacement under the terms of this warranty please contact our customer service group at 1 800 KLIPSCH You will be required to submit a copy of the original receipt via fax or email The receipt must reflect that you are the original purchaser the prod uct was bough
6. ing to gualified service personnel Servicing is reguired when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped AU SR This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage IN constituting a risk of electric shock is present within this unit WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock do not A expose this apparatus to rain or moisture CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING Voltages in this eguipment are hazardous to life No user serviceable parts inside Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate this device ARCHITECTURAL SPEAKERS gt ABOUT YOUR KLIPSCH PURCHASE Your new Klipsch architectural speakers have been designed to deliver great sound while remaining unobtrusive wherever you install them These models feature Controlled Dispersion Technology This allows you to point the sound as needed in a variety of installations Any CDT is suitable for use as front center or surround
7. t from an authorized Klipsch retailer and the prod uct is still within warranty You will be issued a return authoriza tion number RA and asked to ship the defective product together with proof of purchase and RA prepaid insured to the address set forth Klipsch 137 Heampstead 278 Hope AR 71801 Freight collect shipments will be refused Risk of loss or damage in transit is to be borne by the purchaser Once Klipsch receives the defective product a repair or replacement order will be initiated Limitations e This limited warranty does not cover failure of the product resulting from improper installation misuse abuse acci dent neglect mishandling or wear from ordinary use or environmental deterioration e his limited warranty does not cover cosmetic damage including paint damage or consequential damage to other components or premises which may result for any reason from the failure of the product e This limited warranty is null and void for products not used in accordance with Klipsch s instructions e This limited warranty is null and void for products with altered or missing serial numbers and for products not pur chased from an authorized dealer e This limited warranty terminates if you sell or otherwise transfer this product to another party THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION OR COUNTRY TO COUN T
8. tes and Canada shall comply with applicable law To obtain any applicable warranty service please contact the dealer from which you purchased this product or the distrib utor that supplied this product N 1 800 50 www klipsch com RI 8 PA do lt SS Fs TT DO O O SS LO O 4
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