CUSTOM IC 106 - Speaker FOCAL - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Flush-mount ceiling speaker
Brand and model	FOCAL CUSTOM IC 106
Speakers	165 mm fiberglass cone woofer, 25 mm aluminum inverted dome swivel tweeter
Frequency response (±3 dB)	60 Hz – 20 kHz
Sensitivity (2.83 V/1 m)	89 dB
Nominal impedance	8 Ohms
Maximum power	120 Watts
Crossover frequency	3300 Hz
Tweeter adjustment	-3 dB / 0 dB / +3 dB (switch on front baffle)
Tweeter orientation	Hinged, adjustable for improved high-frequency precision
Protection	Auto-resetting polyswitch
Frame dimensions (diameter)	243 mm
Cutout dimensions (diameter)	208 mm
Cutout depth	78 mm
Net weight	1.6 kg
Materials	Fiberglass cone, aluminum dome, synthetic frame
Use in damp environment	Yes (compatible with bathroom, kitchen)
Mounting type	Rotating dog legs (tightening with cross-head screw)
Grille included	Yes, aluminum, removable with hook
Paintable	Yes, with included protective mask
Recommended break-in	20 hours at medium volume with bass-heavy program
Magnetic field	Unshielded; keep at least 50 cm from TV
Maintenance and cleaning	Dust with dry cloth; stains: damp cloth; no solvents
Warranty	1 year (France); return coupon within 10 days
Included accessories	Grille, cutting template, painting mask, hook

Frequently Asked Questions - CUSTOM IC 106 FOCAL

What are the cutout dimensions of the FOCAL CUSTOM IC 106?

The cutout diameter is 208 mm and the required depth is 78 mm. Use the included template for precise cutting.

How to connect cables to the speaker?

Use the screw terminals accepting stripped cables up to 4 mm diameter. Strictly observe polarity: connect the terminal marked '+' to the amplifier's positive terminal, and '-' to the negative.

Can I paint the speaker to match my ceiling?

Yes, you can paint the frame and grille separately. Use the included painting mask to protect the drivers while painting the frame. The paint can be the same type as wall paint.

How to adjust the tweeter level?

A switch on the front baffle allows you to choose between three positions: -3 dB, 0 dB and +3 dB. Adjust according to your acoustic preferences or room acoustics.

Can the tweeter be aimed?

Yes, the tweeter is hinged. Aim it towards the listening area to improve high-frequency precision and stereo imaging.

What is the recommended break-in period?

Run the speakers for about twenty hours at medium level with bass-heavy music programs. This stabilizes the mechanical characteristics of the drivers.

Are there precautions regarding the magnetic field?

The speaker is not shielded. Keep a distance of at least 50 cm from the TV to avoid image or color distortion. Also keep magnetic media (cassettes, hard drives) away.

How to clean the speaker and grille?

Dust with a dry cloth. For stains, use a damp cloth. Never use solvents, detergents, alcohols, or abrasive products. To remove the grille, use the included hook.

What are the recommended placements for a home theater installation?

For surround speakers, place them high, above ear level, on side walls or slightly behind the listening area. The center speaker should be close to the screen. Avoid placing them too far behind.

What to do in case of problems and how to activate the warranty?

Contact your Focal-JMlab dealer. To activate the warranty, return the completed coupon within 10 days of purchase to the address indicated. The warranty is 1 year in France, non-transferable.

USER MANUAL CUSTOM IC 106 FOCAL

Custom 100 user manual

Thank you for choosing the Custom 100 In Wall/In Ceiling loudspeakers. We are pleased to share with you our philosophy : "the Spirit of Sound". In order to (make the most of these speakers) enjoy the maximum of their performance, we advise you to read this user's manual and to keep it carefully so that you can consult it later.

To ensure optimal performance from your loudspeakers, we highly recommend that installation is carried out by a professional. They will be able to advise on the best placement within your listening environment and adjust your system to achieve the highest possible sound quality.

Included inside:

• 1 x In wall or in ceiling loudspeaker
• 1 x removable aluminum grille
• 1 x wall cut-out template
• 1 x protective mask for use when painting the grille
• 1 x hook

The Focal-JMlab guarantee only applies if the enclosed guarantee card is returned to us within 10 days of purchase.

Features:

High power handling

Easy integration

Aluminum inverted dome tweeter®

Fiberglass cone woofer

Adjustable level and swivel tweeter (except IC 105)

Design to work in wet environment

the spirit of sound

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Installation

The input sockets ensure reliable multipurpose connections for stripped cables as well as for plugs. It is imperative to respect the connector polarity of both the loudspeaker and amplifier. The positive terminal "+" must be connected to the corresponding (matching) amplifier's terminal and the negative terminal " " to the negative terminal (fig. A). Stereo image, soundstaging and bass perception would be seriously compromised if these conditions were not respected. Don't underestimate the importance of the cable: make sure you chose the appropriate section and length. Let your retailer advise you.

Mounting

This should be carried out after all of the cables have been fitted. We recommend that you use a marked cable in order to conserve the polarity of the speakers (+ / - )

• Cut the dry wall using the template supplied (fig. B). Be sure to check that this is perfectly vertical using a spirit level before you begin cutting.
• Check construction plans of your room to make sure that you are not drilling into a pipe, an electrical cable or any other specialised installations behind the wall.

Fixing

The loudspeaker is firmly fixed into the wall using a system of clamps.To achieve this, place the speaker into the cut-out and tighten the fixing screws in a clockwise direction using a cross-head screwdriver (fig.C,D,E).

Paint

If you wish, you can paint your speaker to match your room. We advise that you paint the grille and the housing of the speaker separately. For the frame: remove the grille and place the paint mask in position to protect the drivers.

Speakers placement

The Custom line loudspeakers have been engineered to deliver the most faithful sound reproduction, whether they are used for music or home cinema. In order to enhance their performance, to guarantee a high quality of listening, sound image and tone balance, it is important to note the following basic rules. The listening area must be located at the summit of an equilateral triangle whose two other points of insertion are determined by the position of each speaker. Nevertheless it is possible to modify these distances to find an ideal compromise according to the particular disposition of the room (fig. F).

Each loudspeaker must be placed at the same height and on the same floor plan. The tweeter should be at the same height as the listener's ear, when the listener is in his usual listening area (fig. G).

Surround and center speakers placement

The soundtrack mix for a film or music encoded in multichannel format is very complex and allows the listener to benefit from a wide range of special sound effects, which require the use of effect channel speakers. In order to obtain a realistic 3D soundstage, the placement of the speakers is decisive, even when confronted with a restrictive disposition of the listening room. For enhanced performances, the following elements should be noted. Central channel speakers should be placed close to the TV-screen to obtain a proper placement and a realistic reproduction of the dialog (fig. Ha). They could be placed below or above the TV-screen if your TV-unit permits. If a standart projection screen is used, the central channel speaker must be placed under the screen. If an acoustically transparent projection screen is used, the central channel speaker can be placed behind and at the bottom of the screen. Avoid placing the effect speakers too far from the listening area otherwise the sound perception will be altered. In order to obtain surround effects, with great sound density we advise you to place the speakers against the sidewalls on each side of the listening room (fig. Hb, Hd). You can use an in-ceiling surround speakers (fig. Hc) or for back center surround channel for 6.1 or 7.1 configuration.

Tweeter adjustment

To carry out adjustments, use the switch level located on the front baffle of the speaker as follows (fig. 1). Adjust the tweeter facing the listening area (except IC 105) (fig.J).

“-” Position		“0” Position	“+” Position
1	-3dB	0dB	+3dB

Cautions

Precautions

As the loudspeaker's covering materials are strong, scratch and stain-resistant, maintenance is easy and consists only in cleaning the covering with a dry cloth. If the enclosure is stained, we simply recommend the use of a damp cloth. Never use any solvents, detergents, alcohol or corrosive products, scrapers or scouring powder to clean the surface of the loudspeaker. Avoid placing the loudspeakers near a heat source.

Running-in period

The drivers used in the Custom line loudspeaker are complex mechanical devices and require a run-in period before they deliver their best performance. They must get adapted to the temperature and humidity conditions of their environment.

This breaking-in period depends on the encountered conditions and can last several weeks. In order to shorten this period, we advise you to let your loudspeakers operate for about twenty hours at medium level, playing standard musical programmes, but with a large amount of bass. Once the components of the loudspeakers are completely stabilized, it is possible to enjoy the real performance of your Custom line loudspeakers.

Magnetic disturbance

In home theater systems, the magnetic radiation of the loudspeakers must be taken into consideration. These loudspeakers generate a magnetic leak that can interfere with household appliances, some of which are sensitive to this phenomenon. It is strongly advised not to place front loudspeakers closer than 50cm to your TV screen. Frame geometry as well as colours can be severely distorted by a magnetic field if the loudspeaker is placed close to the TV.

Grille removal

Remove very carefully the grille with the hook included.

Conditions of guarantee

All Focal loudspeakers are covered by guarantee drawn up by the official Focal-JMlab distributor in your country. Your distributor can provide all details concerning the conditions of guarantee. Guarantee cover extends at least to that granted by the legal guarantee in force in the country where the original purchase invoice was issued.

Specifications

IC 105

IC 106

Type	In-ceiling speaker	In-ceiling speaker
Speakers	5" (130mm) fiberglass cone midbass	6-1/2" (165mm) fiberglass cone midbass
	1" (25mm) aluminum inverted dome tweeter	1" (25mm) aluminum inverted dome tweeter
Frequency response (± 3dB)	65Hz - 20kHz	60Hz - 20kHz
Sensitivity (2.83V/1m)	88dB	89dB
Nominal impedance	8 ohms	8 ohms
Protection	Autoreset Polyswitch fuse	Autoreset Polyswitch fuse
Max. power	100 Watts	120 Watts
Tweeter adjustment	-3dB/ 0dB/ +3dB	-3dB/ 0dB/ +3dB
Crossover frequency	3300Hz	3300Hz
Frame size	Ø 7-7/8" (200mm)	Ø 9-9/16" (243mm)
Cut-out dimensions	Ø 6-1/2" (165mm)	Ø 8-3/16" (208mm)
Depth from wall	3-5/16" (84mm)	3-1/16" (78mm)
Net weight	2.3lbs (1.1kg)	3.4lbs (1.6kg)

IC 108

IW106

Type	In-ceiling speaker	In-wall speaker
Speakers	8" (210mm) fiberglass cone midbass	6-1/2" (165mm) fiberglass cone midbass
	1" (25mm) aluminum inverted dome tweeter	1" (25mm) aluminum inverted dome tweeter
Frequency response (± 3dB)	50Hz - 20kHz	60Hz - 20kHz
Sensitivity (2.83V/1m)	91dB	89dB
Nominal impedance	8 ohms	8 ohms
Protection	Autoreset Polyswitch fuse	Autoreset Polyswitch fuse
Max. power	140 Watts	120 Watts
Tweeter adjustment	-3dB/ 0dB/ +3dB	-3dB/ 0dB/ +3dB
Crossover frequency	3300Hz	3300Hz
Frame size	Ø 11-1/8" (282mm)	(L) 8-1/8" x (H) 12-3/16"(207 x 310mm)
Cut-out dimensions	Ø 9-11/16" (246mm)	(L) 6-11/16" x (H) 10-5/8" (170 x 273mm)
Depth from wall	4" (102mm)	2-13/16" (71mm)
Net weight	5.5lbs (2.5kg)	3.4lbs (1.6kg)

“-” Position		“0” Position	“+” Position
1	-3 dB	0 dB	+3 dB

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