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| Product Type | In-wall/in-ceiling subwoofer |
| Brand | Paradigm |
| Model | PCS80R |
| Use | In-wall or in-ceiling installation |
| Required amplifier | Paradigm X-300 (sold separately) |
| Maximum number of subwoofers per amplifier | 4 |
| Built-in EQ switch | Yes, 3 positions on X-300 amplifier |
| Break-in | A few hours before critical listening |
| Cleaning | Soft, damp cloth without abrasive cleaners |
| Paintable | Yes, before installation, follow instructions |
| Installation with back box | Possible (optional Paradigm back box) |
| Installation without back box | Yes, with cavity bracing and insulation |
| Included accessories | Mounting bracket, template, paint mask, metal pull tie |
| Material | Neutral textured white finish |
| Warranty | 3-year limited, for original purchaser |
| Safety instructions | Do not install near ducts, light fixtures, or in plaster |
| Recommended use | In pairs for better bass distribution |
| Repairability | Contact an authorized Paradigm dealer |
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USER MANUAL PCS80R Paradigm
Thank you for choosing award-winning Paradigm® in-wall/ in-ceiling subwoofer systems and congratulations! You are about to hear the difference a sonically accurate subwoofer makes in your audio/home theater system!
These subwoofoers are the product of countless hours of comprehensive research and development and will reward you with exceptional sound for many years.
To ensure proper installation and enjoy all of the exceptional sound they are designed to provide, please read this manual and follow all instructions. If you have further questions contact your Authorized Paradigm® Dealer or visit the Q&A page on our website at www.paradigm.com.
RECYCLING AND REUSE GUIDELINES FOR EUROPE
In accordance with the European Union WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment), directive effective August 13, 2005, we would like to notify you that this product may contain regulated materials which, upon disposal, according to the WEEE directive, require special reuse and recycling processing. For this reason Paradigm Electronics Inc. (Manufacturers of Paradigm® speakers and Antem® Electronics) has arranged with its distributors in European Union member nations to collect and recycle this product at no cost to you. To find your local distributor please contact the dealer from whom you purchased this product or go to our website at www.paradigm.com.
Please note that only the product falls under the WEEE directive. When disposing of packaging and other shipping material we encourage you to recycle through the normal channels.
DIRECTIVES EUROPEENNES SUR LE RECYCLAGE ET LE TRAITEMENT DES DECHETS
Important Operating Instructions:
Read Before Operating Subwoofer 3
Subwoofer Assembly Parts List 3
3-Position "EQ" Switch (Pictorial) 4
Your New Subwoofer 4
Configuring the Amplifier for use with Your
Subwoofer System 5
The Listening Room 5
Guidelines for Deciding on Subwoofer
Placement 5
Subwoofer Placement 6
Color Match Painting 7
Installation into a Wall or Ceiling Without a
Backbox (Pictorial) 8
Installation into a Paradigm® Backbox
(Pictorial) 9
Installation into a Wall or Ceiling Without a
Backbox 10
Limited Warranty 12
IMPORTANT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS: READ BEFORE OPERATING SUBWOOFER
USING THE X-300 AMPLIFIER WITH YOUR SUBWOOFER:
TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE AMPLIFIER OR SUBWOOFER AND ENSURE OPTIMAL SOUND, THE 3-POSITION "EQ" SWITCH ON THE REAR PANEL OF THE AMPLIFIER MUST BE CORRECTLY CONFIGURED FOR USE WITH YOUR SETUP (See Fig. 1). Additional details, page 5.
FAILURE TO POSITION THE SWITCH CORRECTLY WILL RESULT IN PERMANENT DAMAGE TO AMPLIFIER AND SUBWOOFER. SUCH DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE PARADIGM WARRANTY.
SUBWOOFER ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST (one speaker)
- 1 subwoofer with mounting bracket attached
- 1 mounting template
- 1 paint mask
- 1 wire tie
Required, not included
- 1 Paradigm® X-300 Amplifier (for use with up to 4 Paradigm® PCS subwoofer)
3-POSITION "EQ" SWITCH
Fig. 1
YOUR NEW SUBWOOFER
Break-In
Allow your Paradigm® subwoofer system to operate for several hours before you listen critically.
Cleaning
Clean subwoofer housing with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use a strong or abrasive cleaner or get any part of the subwoofer wet.
If you wish to paint your subwoofer you must do so before installing it. See the section on "Color Match Painting" for full details.
Optional Paradigm® Backboxes
Paradigm® in-wall/in-ceiling subwoofoers can also be installed into an optional Paradigm® Backbox (sold separately). If you decide to use a backbox, follow the instructions for placement and installation included with the box.
CONFIGURING THE AMPLIFIER FOR USE WITH YOUR SUBWOOFER SYSTEM
WARNING: The following procedure is imperative for correct system setup and optimal sound. Failure to follow the instructions below will result in permanent damage to amplifier and subwoofer. Such damage is NOT covered under the Paradigm warranty.
The 3-Position "EQ" Switch on the X-300 amplifier's rear panel must be correctly positioned:
Setting 1: Use this setting with all PCS Series subwoofoers with or without a backbox NOTE: This setting is also displayed on your amplifier's back panel.
For more detailed information, refer to the Owners Manual that came with your Paradigm® X-300 Amplifier.
THE LISTENING ROOM
Paradigm® in-wall/in-ceiling subwoofoers are suitable for use in a wide variety of listening environments. Note however, that room construction, dimensions and furnishings all play a part in the quality of sound you ultimately achieve. Try to follow these guidelines:
a) Strong, rigid walls and ceilings are preferred for best bass balance. For even better results we recommend adding additional bracing and acoustic damping material to the cavity prior to installation. See section on "Subwoofer Installation" later in this manual for more details.
b) It is important to note that just as the amount of soft furnishings has a decided impact on mid and high frequencies, those frequencies below 150Hz are dramatically affected by the room itself—its size, shape, as well as the physical boundaries of the room.
The extra care you take in correctly positioning your subwoofoers will result in greater listening enjoyment. Follow the guidelines for placement below to achieve optimal sound in your room.
GUIDELINES FOR DECIDING ON SUBWOOFER PLACEMENT
When considering subwoofer placement directly into a wall or ceiling, keep the following in mind:
- DO NOT install subwoofoers into lath or plaster—over time, the bass vibrations will cause material to crack;
- DO NOT install subwoofoers into cavities that contain ductwork;
- DO NOT locate subwoofoers close to wall or ceiling-mounted fixtures that may vibrate (remember to check the other side of the wall too!);
DO NOT install subwoofoers in a cavity that already contains an in-wall or in-ceiling speaker; - If installing in a wall or ceiling with metal studs, make sure studs are securely fastened so that they do not vibrate or rattle;
- Some acoustic bleed-through into the adjacent room is unavoidable. See section on "Subwoofer Installation" for suggestions to reduce bleed-through.
SUBWOOFER PLACEMENT
Paradigm® in-wall/in-ceiling subwoofoers are designed to be used in pairs. Using a pair of subwoofoers will allow you to randomize the standing waves within your listening room so that bass is distributed in a more uniform manner. Two subwoofoers also ensures even lower distortion, especially at high output levels.
Bass is less and less directional as it goes down in frequency. For best sonic integration, placing one subwoofer in the wall or ceiling at the front of the room and the other in the wall or ceiling at the rear usually provides the best performance and sonic integration. If this location is not possible, keeping in mind the guidelines provided earlier, you may place your subwoofer anywhere in the wall or ceiling without affecting the stereo image of your front speakers or the soundstage of your multichannel speaker system.
Figs. 2a, 2b and 2c highlight how bass output is generally affected by in-wall and in-ceiling placement. When seated in the typical listening area of your room, placing the subwoofoers in the various positions will typically result in bass performance as follows:
Fig. 2a: In Wall - Corner placement close to the floor provides the best balance of output and accuracy.
Fig. 2b: In Wall - Placement anywhere along the walls close to the floor, but outside the "shaded" area will provide slightly reduced output, though still acceptable accuracy.
Fig. 2c: In Ceiling - Corner placement close to the walls provides a good balance of output and accuracy.
NOTE: If your subwoofer has a rotating drive assembly it should be positioned so that sound is aimed toward a corner of the room for best balance of output and accuracy.
If desired, for further optimized bass performance and even greater output, you can install an additional pair of Paradigm® in-wall or in-ceiling subwoofoers. Figure 3 provides recommended placement for four subwoofoers.
Broken lines in figures represent alternate placement for a pair of subwoofoers
Fig. 2a Two subwoofoers close to floor in corners of room
Fig. 2b Two subwoofoers close to floor in middle of walls
Fig. 2c Two subwoofoers in ceiling close to corners
Fig.3 Recommended placement for four subwoofoers
COLOR MATCH PAINTING (optional)
Your new subwoofer has a textured finish in neutral white to blend into any area. It may also be painted to match any décor. If you plan to paint your subwoofer, to avoid "painting it to the wall", we recommend that you paint it before installation.
Please note:
- Do not paint the surface behind the grille;
- Do not heat-cure your newly painted subwoofer;
- Avoid painting the subwoofer's rear surface—protect it by masking it (paint mask included).
To Paint, Follow These Steps:
1) Remove the metal grille and position the paint mask (included) in its place.
2) In a well-ventilated area, apply several light coats of paint, letting the subwoofer housing dry completely between coats. Follow the paint manufacturer's directions.
3) When painting grille, be careful not to plug holes with paint and re-attach after paint has dried. It is easier to spray the grille than to use a brush. Remove protective cloth (if included). Remove grille before painting.
INSTALLATION INTO A WALL OR CEILING WITHOUT A BACKBOX
Connect subwoofer as outlined in the Owners Manual included with your Paradigm® subwoofer amplifier.
Square Subwoofer Round Subwoofer
Fig. 4a Fig. 5a
Fig. 4b Fig. 5b
Fig. 4c Fig. 5c Rotate before tightening screws.
INSTALLATION INTO A PARADIGM® BACKBOX
ROUND SUBWOOFER:
Connect subwoofer as outlined in the Owners Manual included with your Paradigm® subwoofer amplifier and Paradigm® Backbox connection instructions.
a) Holding the subwoofer's front lip with your thumbs and index fingers, push the 4 mounting screws toward each other with your other fingers so the mounting brackets can fit through the hole with an "up-and-in" motion. Release the screws and gently push the subwoofer up into the Paradigm® Backbox.
SECURING SUBWOOFER
b) Rotate subwoofer so that drive assembly is aimed toward a corner of the room.
c) While holding the subwoofer in place, alternately tighten each screw until subwoofer is firmly installed.
INSTALLING GRILLE
SQUARE SUBWOOFER:
Connect subwoofer as outlined in the Paradigm® Subwoofer Amplifier instructions and Paradigm® Backbox connection instructions.
a) Holding the subwoofer's front lip with your thumbs and index fingers, push the 4 mounting screws toward each other with your other fingers, so the mounting brackets can fit through the hole with an "up-and-in" motion. Release the screws and gently push the subwoofer into the Paradigm® Backbox.
INSTALLING GRILLE
INSTALLATION INTO A WALL OR CEILING WITHOUT A BACKBOX
IMPORTANT! IF INSTALLING SUBWOOFER INTO A PARADIGMP BACKBOX
Instructions for installing your subwoofer into a backbox were provided with the backbox. If you no longer have the instructions, follow the instructions on the preceding page.
STIFFENING AND STRENGTHENING THE CAVITY
Although Paradigm in-wall and in-ceiling mounting systems are the most rigid on the market, when installing your subwoofer directly into a wall or ceiling, to help avoid bass vibrations and minimize acoustic bleed-through, we recommend the following:
Additional Bracing
Additional cross-bracing will further stiffen the cavity. We suggest placing two to three pieces of 2^ × 4^ (more if application allows) within the cavity, evenly spaced above and below the cutout. Additional bracing can also be sandwiched to the studs/joists on either side of the subwoofer.
New Construction
New construction offers an excellent opportunity to strengthen and stiffen the cavity with additional bracing or construction-grade stiffening adhesives applied directly to the drywall. (See Dealer for more information.)
1. Mounting
Keeping in mind the recommendations above, place mounting template onto wall or ceiling. Cut hole as indicated in Figs. 4a and 5a.
Damping Material and Other Acoustic Treatments
To ensure optimal results, do not compact damping material during the damping process described below. Additional soundproofing treatments (i.e. Dynamat®, see Dealer for more information) can be used against the back wall of the cavity or above and below the cutout on the inside front of the wall or ceiling.
In-Wall Mounting:
For optimum performance, loosely place a minimum of ...
- Two pieces, 8^ (20 cm) to 12" (30 cm) long, of standard fiberglass insulation in the wall. R-12 for 2^ 4" (5 cm x 10 cm) walls or R-20 for 2^ 6^ (5 cm x 15 cm) walls. Place one piece just above and just below the mounting hole;
- A half-thick piece of fiberglass insulation, the same height as the subwoofer, in the wall directly behind the mounting hole, allowing enough space for the subwoofer to properly recess into the cavity.
In-Ceiling Mounting:
For optimum performance, loosely place a minimum of ...
- One piece of standard fiberglass (to fit joist size) above the subwoofer extending 12^ (30 cm) or more beyond the speaker between the joists, allowing enough space for the subwoofer to properly recess into the cavity:
- (For taller joists) install fiberglass insulation directly against the joists on either side of the mounting hole.
2. Connecting and Installing
You are now ready to connect and install the subwooers. If you are color match painting do so now before proceeding. Follow painting instructions provided earlier.
With grille removed and bracket attached to speaker, place subwoofer against wall or ceiling and ...
Connecting Subwoofer:
Connect subwoofer cable as outlined in the Owners Manual included with your Paradigm® subwoofer amplifier (sold separately). Once connected ...
Installing Subwoofer:
a) Holding the subwoofer's front lip with your thumbs and index fingers, push the mounting screws toward each other with your other fingers, so the mounting brackets can fit through the hole with an "up-and-in" motion. (Fig. 4b and 5b);
b) Release the screws and gently push the subwoofer into the wall/ceiling;
c) In-Ceiling Models only: Adjust the drive assembly so that it is aimed toward a corner of the room. (inset, Fig. 5c);
d) Alternately tighten all screws until subwoofer is firmly installed. (Fig. 4c and Fig. 5c).
3. Installing the Grille
Press the grille into the groove on the front face of the speaker (not shown).
LIMITED WARRANTY
IMPORTANT! Subwoofoers covered by this manual are designed for use with a Paradigm® Subwoofer Amplifier only. Use with any other brand of subwoofer amplifier can cause permanent damage and will void the Paradigm® warranty.
Paradigm® subwoofoers covered in this manual are warranted to be and remain free of manufacturing and/or material defects for a period of three (3) years from the date of the original retail purchase.
Within the time period specified, repair, replacement or adjustment of parts for manufacturing and/or material defects will be free of charge to the original owner.
Thermal or mechanical abuse/misuse is not covered under warranty.
Limitations:
Warranty begins on date of original retail purchase from an Authorized Paradigm ^ 串 Dealer only. It is not transferable:
- Warranty applies to product in normal home use only. If the product is subjected to any of the conditions outlined in the next section, warranty is void;
- Warranty does not apply if the product is used in professional or commercial applications.
Warranty is Void if:
The product has been abused (intentionally or accidentally);
- The product has been used in conjunction with unsuitable or faulty equipment;
- The product has been subjected to damaging signals, derangement in transport, mechanical damage or any abnormal conditions;
The product has been tampered with or damaged by an unauthorized service facility;
The serial number has been removed or defaced.
Owner Responsibilities:
- Provide normal/reasonable operating care and maintenance;
- Provide or pay for transportation charges for product to service facility;
- Provide proof of purchase (your sales receipt given at time of purchase from your Authorized Paradigm® Dealer).
Should servicing be required, contact your nearest Authorized Paradigm® Dealer, Paradigm® Electronics Inc., or Import Distributor (outside the U.S. and Canada) to arrange, bring in or ship prepaid any defective unit.
Visit our website at www.paradigm.com for more information.
Paradigm Electronics Inc. reserves the right to improve the design of any product without assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, of merchantability, fitness for any particular purpose and may not be extended or enlarged by anyone. In no event shall Paradigm Electronics Inc., their agents, or representatives be responsible for any incidental or consequential damages. Some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion may not apply to you.
Retain this manual and your sales receipt for proof of warranty term and proof of purchase.
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