Revel W780 - Manual (Page 5)

5 In-Wall Architectural Loudspeaker
Instruction Manual
INStAllAtIoN INStRuctIoNS
Revel architectural speakers are the most easily installed in-wall
loudspeakers on the market. However, if you are unable to understand
and follow the instructions in this manual clearly and fully, or if you
are unsure of your ability to install these loudspeakers properly, please
contact your dealer or a qualified installer.
WARNING: HARMAN International assumes
no responsibility for improper installation of
hardware or for any personal injuries or product
damages resulting from improper installation or
a fallen loudspeaker.
coNNectINg to tHe AmplIfIeR
CAUTION: REMOVE POWER
You must connect the speaker wires before the speaker is fully
installed. To protect the audio system from damage and yourself
from injury through accidental electrical shorting and surges
during installation, turn all audio system power OFF before
beginning the speaker installation.
Speaker Wire
Use high-quality speaker wire to obtain the best performance from your
Revel in-wall speakers.
• For wire lengths of less than 50 ft (15m), use at least 16-gauge
speaker wire.
• For wire lengths between 50 ft and 100 ft (15m – 30m), use at least
12-gauge speaker wire.
• For wire lengths of greater than 100 ft (30m), use at least 10-gauge
speaker wire.
Note: All speaker wires must comply with all local building and
safety codes for use in in-wall applications.
Making Connections
Connect each channel’s positive (+) terminal on the back of the amplifier
or receiver to the positive (“IN+”/red) terminal on the corresponding
speaker; connect each channel’s negative (–) terminal on the back of
the amplifier or receiver to the negative (“IN–”/black) terminal on the
corresponding speaker. Do not reverse polarities (that is, do not connect
+ to –, or – to +) when making connections. Doing so will cause poor
imaging and diminished bass response.
Negative Terminal
(“IN–”/Black)
Positive Terminal
(“IN+”/Red)
Press down on the top of the terminal to open the hole; insert the bare
end of the wire into the hole; and release the terminal to secure the wire.
CAUTION: To avoid short circuits that may damage your
equipment, be certain that positive and negative wire strands do
not touch each other and do not touch metal parts such as the
speaker frame.
mouNtINg tHe SpeAkeRS
For New Construction
If you wish to pre-install a rough-in frame for the speakers before the
drywall is installed in new construction, you will need to purchase
the correct rough-in frame kit for your loudspeaker model from your
authorized Revel dealer. Detailed mounting instructions are supplied
with the rough-in kit. After the drywall is installed, follow the
installation instructions in For Existing Construction, below.
For Existing Construction
Note: The installation procedure is the same for all models
covered by this manual.
1. Ensure that the drywall, plywood or other wall material is 1/2 in –
1 in (13mm – 25mm) thick and capable of withstanding the weight of
the speaker being installed.
Make sure to allow at least 1-1/2" (38mm) between the edge of the
supplied installation template and any studs or other obstructions
behind the wall, so the speaker’s locking mechanism will have room to
engage fully. Perform an obstruction survey to be sure that there are no
studs, lengths of conduit, pipes, heating ducts or air returns in the stud
bay that could interfere with the speaker.
1-1/2"
(38mm) 1-1/2"
(38mm)
1-1/2"
(38mm)
Mounting
Opening