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En Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference. Introduction This speaker system is designed for in-ceiling installation. The design features provide for a wide range of placement and listening position options.Providing excellent sound quality, these models feature an adjustable tweeter to provide flexibility of placement in your listening area.This speaker system is also paintable so that they may be matched to your room decor. Before you start • The nominal impedance of this speaker system is 8 Ω. Connect the speaker system to an amplifier capable of driving an impedance of at least 8 Ω.This product incorporates auto-resetting overload protection technology to help avoid damage to the speakers. However, please observe the following precautions:• Do not supply amplification power to the speaker system in excess of the maximum permissible input, which could damage the speaker and cause a hazard from overheating.• If using a graphic equalizer to boost sounds in the high-frequency range, do not use excessive amplifier volume.• Do not try to force a low-powered amplifier to produce high sound levels as the amplifier’s harmonic distortion will be increased, and you may damage the speaker.Caution: installation• Pioneer is not responsible for any accidents or damage that result from improper installation, misuse, modification of the product, or natural disasters.• This speaker system must be installed by a qualified technician as it involves such tasks as selecting a location for installation, drilling holes in walls/ceiling, wiring, and painting. Have the installer carefully follow the installation instructions.• The installation technician must follow professional installation techniques to protect the speaker system against falling.• When installing the speakers, make sure that the wall/ceiling is strong enough to support the speakers.• Improper installation of the speakers could cause them to fall and cause damage or injuries to persons nearby.• Switch off and unplug your AV equipment and consult the instructions when connecting up components. Make sure you use the correct connecting cables.• Keep magnetic objects such as screwdrivers or steel parts away from the tweeter and woofer speakers. Since the speakers use strong magnets, the objects may be attracted, causing injury or damaging the diaphragm.• Do not install the speakers where they will be in direct sunlight, and avoid positioning them near heaters and air conditioners. This may cause warping and discoloration of the speaker and damage to the speakers.• Though this speaker system can be used in humid areas (such as bathrooms or kitchens), do not install it where it may be exposed to high temperatures, such as in a sauna or near a cooking area, or where water could splash on the speaker, which is not waterproof.Caution: in use• If the speakers stop emitting sound after receiving too large an input signal, turn down the volume control on the amplifier and wait a few seconds. The protection feature will be reset automatically. For U.S. model

Handling the cord on this product or

cords associated with accessories sold with the

product will expose you to chemicals listed on

proposition 65 known to the State of California and

other governmental entities to cause cancer and

birth defect or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling

Sounds reproduced through speaker systems are easily

affected in subtle ways by the conditions in the listening

space. To assure optimum performance from this

speaker system, give adequate consideration to the

installation location before setup.

• This speaker system is designed to be used as a

single stereo speaker in small room (such as

bathrooms, closets, laundry rooms etc.). Usually it

should be located above the primary listening

• Keep the speaker system at least 50 cm (20 in.) away

from the edge of the wall or ceiling. If this is not

possible, adjust the sound balance by using the

speakers’ treble level control.

• This speaker system is not magnetically shielded. It

should therefore not be placed near TVs or monitors

that are sensitive to magnetic fields, as the

interaction of magnetic materials can cause

distortion of the colors on your TV screen. Magnetic

storage media (such as floppy discs and tape or video

cassettes) should also not be kept close to this

• Give adequate consideration to the location of

installation before the setup of this speaker system.

• Check the walls/ceiling to see if they are strong

enough to withstand the weight of the speaker

• Installation is possible on ceiling from 12.5 mm (

in.) to 25 mm (1 in.) thick.

• Check the walls/ceiling to confirm there is no wiring,

plumbing, beams, studs or air conditioning systems

that may interfere with installation.

• Pioneer disclaims any liability whatsoever for

damage resulting from assembly, improper

mounting, insufficient reinforcement, misuse of the

product, acts of nature, etc.

TEMPLATEGABARIT Template x 1

Operating instructions

Grille removal tool x 1

Butyl rubber tapes x 8

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Painting the speakers

While the speaker and grille can be painted after it is

installed, painting it beforehand is much easier.

It is recommended to use spray paint, as brushed paint

may clog the holes in the grille and reduce the sound

quality significantly.

1 Remove the fabric scrim from the inside of the

Carefully peel off the fabric scrim and lay it down flat so

as not to get it wrinkled.

2 Use the supplied paint mask to cover the speaker.

If you don’t have the paint mask, use paper and masking

3 Paint the speaker and grille the desired color.

As previously mentioned, it is strongly recommended

that you paint before installation and that you use spray

4 After the speaker and grille have dried completely,

remove the paint mask and carefully replace the fabric

scrim on the back of the grille.

• Before installing the speakers, run the speaker

cables to the installation location.

• To maximize sound quality, choose the correct

speaker gauge cables from the table below.

If the resistance of the speaker cable is too high, the

signal will be attenuated and the speakers’ frequency

response will be degraded.

Make sure you have read and understood all the

information above, For the installer on page 3 and Before

1 Once you have decided on the installation location,

prepare the supplied template.

Cut out the inside of the template along the dotted line

and discard the inner section.

2 Attach the template (outer section) to the wall/

Make sure the template is aligned properly.

3 Trace a line onto the wall/ceiling, following the

inner perimeter of the template.

4 Cut a hole where you have drawn the outline.

Be careful when cutting the hole, and use a proper

5 Pull the speaker cable through the hole that has

Be careful not to apply to much force when pulling on the

speaker cable or bend the cable at sharp angles.

6 Connect the cable wire to the speaker as shown

When connecting the speakers, be careful not to touch

the diaphragms of the drivers.

• After connecting the wires, pull lightly on them to

make sure that the ends of the wires are securely

connected to the terminals. Poor connections can

create noise and interruptions in the sound.

16 or 14 less than 25 1.5 to 2.5 less than 8

14 or 12 25 to 50 2.5 to 4 8 to 16

12 or 10 50 to 75 4 to 6 16 to 24

10 more than 75 6 more than 24

Twist and pull off the protective shields on each wire.

Insert the speaker cable wires into the holes while pressing down on the terminal posts on the speaker, and then release the terminal posts. For input terminal polarity, red is positive (+) and black is negative (–).

• If the wires are pulled out of the terminal posts and

the conductors come into contact with each other or

surrounding devices, an excessive additional load

may be placed on the amplifier. This may cause the

amplifier to stop functioning, and may even cause it

• Be careful to observe the correct polarity of the

connections between the cables and the speaker. If

the polarity (+, –) of one of the speakers (left or right)

is reversed the stereo image will be severely

7 Where available, use the fixing bracket located on

the back of the speaker system and attach a reinforced

wire, such as stainless steel wire rope, to the studs or

beams of the walls/ceiling.

• It is strongly recommended that you take double safe

precautions to prevent the speaker from falling by

• Put the reinforced wire through the fixing bracket and

attach to the studs or beams. Make sure the stud/

beam that you are attaching it to is strong enough to

support the weight of the speaker system.

8 Place sound-absorbing material (such as fiberglass)

around the speakers as necessary to improve sound

Use only sound-absorbing materials that comply with

regional safety regulations.

9 Place the speaker into the hole you have cut.

Make sure the rotating clamps are turned inward.

• A Phillips screwdriver is required for loosening them.

• When using electric screwdrivers, first find out the

minimum torque required for the installation of the

speaker system. Begin by setting the electric

screwdriver to its minimum torque and gradually

raise the torque until the screw starts to rotate. Check

what torque setting you are on at this point (this will

be the minimum torque required for the setup). After

confirming the torque, return the rotating clamps

toward the inside by reversing the direction of

rotation of the screws. When doing this, take care

that the screws do not come all the way out.

10 Attach the speaker frame to the wall/ceiling, and

tighten the screws lightly (temporary attachment).

At this point the rotating clamp will rotate so that the

rotating clamp and frame are clamped on to the wall/

Gently try pulling the speaker forward and check that all

of the rotating clamps have rotated outwards and are

lightly clamping to the wall/ceiling.

11 Adjust the mounting orientation for the primary

12 Tighten the screws firmly using no more than the

maximum torque specified.

Allowable maximum torque: 1.0 N⋅m

• Screwing them in too tightly could break the rotating

clamps, twist the frames, damage the walls/ceilings

and make it difficult to attach the grille.

13 Make sure that the screws are not crooked and that

there is no gap between the wall/ceiling and frame.

CAUTION These speaker terminals carry HAZARDOUS LIVE

voltage. To prevent the risk of electric shock when

connecting or disconnecting the speaker cables,

disconnect the power cord before touching any

uninsulated parts. D3-4-2-2-3_A_En

Reinforced wire(not supplied)Fixing bracketStud/beam

14 Adjust the angle of the tweeter.

Gently press the edge of the tweeter flange to adjust the

angle of the tweeter as desired. Be careful not to touch

the diaphragm while doing this.

15 Adjust the setting of the treble control as

• The standard setting is 0.

• The treble switch located in the front of the speaker

has two positions to choose from, +/0.

16 Attach the butyl rubber tapes on the inside of the

17 Attach the grille to the speaker.

The grille is designed with a specific mounting

orientation. Gently push the grille onto the speaker, lining

up the one section of the edge of the grille to the groove

in the speaker. Then line up the entire grille to the groove

in the speaker and attach the grille by pressing in all

• Once you have pushed it in, make sure you press it

firmly against the speaker so that the grille doesn’t

fall off and cause an accident.

• To remove the grille, use the supplied tool to hook

into the holes located near the edges and pull the

grille out. When doing this, make sure to pull the

edges out evenly. Forcing the grille out from one edge

alone will cause the grille to be deformed.

Connecting to an amplifier

Make sure you have read the connection instructions in

the manual supplied with the amplifier and that all

equipment is turned off before making any connections.

• When using a set of speakers connected to an

amplifier, you won’t be able to obtain the correct

stereo effect if the polarity (+, –) of one of the

speakers (left or right) is reversed.

Additional Information

Cleaning the speaker

Use a dust brush to wipe off dust and dirt.

Never use furniture wax, cleaners, thinners, benzine,

insecticide sprays or other chemicals on or near the

speakers, since these will corrode the surfaces.

Attach the eight butyl rubber tapes

to each grille, lining up the butyl

rubber tapes to the marks on the

inside of the grille.

Then peel off the protective paper.

Make sure to press on the

edges. Pressing on the

middle of the grille will

cause it to be deformed.

Orientate the grille so that the

notch is positioned adjacent to

16 (D) in.Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.0 kg/4 lbs 7 oz Accessories Paint mask . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Grille . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Template. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Butyl rubber tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Grille removal tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Operating instructions• Specifications and design subject to modification without notice. SRD1383A_IC621821D.book 7 ページ ２００８年８月８日　金曜日　午後２時３１分8

En S001_En Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit

you’ve just purchased is only the start of your

musical enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how

you can maximize the fun and excitement your

equipment offers. This manufacturer and the

Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer

Electronics Group want you to get the most out of

your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that

lets the sound come through loud and clear without

annoying blaring or distortion-and, most importantly,

without affecting your sensitive hearing.

Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing

“comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound.

So what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and

harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by

setting your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your

To establish a safe level:

• Start your volume control at a low setting.

• Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it

comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.

Once you have established a comfortable sound

• Set the dial and leave it there.

Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent

hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we

want you listening for a lifetime.

We Want You Listening For A Lifetime

Used wisely, your new sound equipment will

provide a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since

hearing damage from loud noise is often

undetectable until it is too late, this manufacturer

and the Electronic Industries Association’s

Consumer Electronics Group recommend you avoid

prolonged exposure to excessive noise. This list of

sound levels is included for your protection.

30 Quiet library, soft whispers

Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic

50 Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office

60 Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine

70 Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant

Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock

THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT EXPOSURE

Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower

100 Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill

120 Rock band concert in front of speakers,

140 Gunshot blast, jet plane

180 Rocket launching pad

Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.

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Attention : installation

Published by Pioneer Corporation.

Copyright © 2008 Pioneer Corporation.

All rights reserved.

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© 2008 Pioneer Corporation.

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Should this product require service in the U.S.A. and you wish to locate the nearest Pioneer

Authorized Independent Service Company, or if you wish to purchase replacement parts,

operating instructions, service manuals, or accessories, please call the number shown

1 – 8 0 0 – 4 2 1 – 1 4 0 4

Please do not ship your product to Pioneer without first calling the Customer Support at the

above listed number for assistance.

Pioneer Electronics Service, Inc.

P.O. BOX 1760, Long Beach,

CA 90801-1760, U.S.A.

For warranty information please see the Limited Warranty sheet included with your product.

Should this product require service in Canada, please contact a Pioneer

Authorized Dealer to locate the nearest Pioneer Authorized Service Company in Canada.

Alternatively, please contact the Customer Satisfaction Department at the following address:

Pioneer Electronics of Canada, Inc.

Customer Satisfaction Department

300 Allstate Parkway, Markham, Ontario L3R 0P2

For warranty information please see the Limited Warranty sheet included with your product.

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