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D SERIES
High Fidelity Coaxial
Ceiling Loudspeakers
Installation and
Operation Manual
MODELS
D4: 4.5" Full-Range
D4LP: 4.5" Full-Range (low profile)
D5: 5" Full-Range
D6: 6.5" Full-Range
D8: 8" Full-Range
D10: 10" Full-Range
D10SUB: 10" Subwoofer

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  • Page 1 D SERIES High Fidelity Coaxial Ceiling Loudspeakers Installation and Operation Manual MODELS D4: 4.5" Full-Range D4LP: 4.5" Full-Range (low profile) D5: 5" Full-Range D6: 6.5" Full-Range D8: 8" Full-Range D10: 10" Full-Range D10SUB: 10" Subwoofer...
  • Page 2: Safety Agency Compliance

    For protection against electrical shock and to meet the requirements of the UL2043 standard, the speaker assembly must be installed in the appropriate Listed Community D SERIES Back Can or similar UL1480/UL2043 Listed enclosure. Minimum dimensions for the enclosure for each model must be:...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Community’s long history of building high-performance, durable loudspeakers for sound reinforcement and contracting applications. The D SERIES line has seven ceiling models: Each model is shipped as a matched pair of completely assembled loudspeakers, including everything needed for standard installations.
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    The terms caution, warning, and danger may be used in this manual to alert the reader to important safety considerations. If you have any questions or do not understand the meaning of these terms, do not proceed with installation. Contact your local dealer, distributor, or call Community directly for assistance.
  • Page 5: Packing List And Product Identification

    • Small flat screwdriver (1) the carton and the packing material, as most claims will be denied if these materials are not retained. All D SERIES ceiling loudspeakers are shipped in pairs. Below is a representation of what is included. Loudspeakers...
  • Page 6: Component Identification

    (4 typical). Used to align face in Phillips-head can-locking clamp proper location when installing actuator (4 typical) back can Figure 1. Component part identification (1 of 2) Page 6 Installation and Operation Manual D SERIES Ceiling Loudspeakers...
  • Page 7 Mounting screw holes on optional face adapter ring (left) and optional can adapter/trim ring (right) Figure 2. Component part identification (2 of 2) D SERIES Ceiling Loudspeakers Installation and Operation Manual Page 7...
  • Page 8: Installation And Wiring

    The terminal block This manual will serve to assist in wiring and physically mounting D SERIES in the can’s outer recess has two (+) loudspeakers. The directions include assistance to those installers using a connections and two (-) connections.
  • Page 9 Note: All electrical installation connections for loudspeaker lines are subject to all applicable governmental building and fire codes. The selection of appropriate electrical hardware to interface with the D SERIES loudspeaker lies solely with the installation professional. Community recommends that an appropriately licensed engineer, electrician, or other professional identify and select the appropriate conduit, fittings, wire, etc.
  • Page 10 1. All D SERIES loudspeaker back cans have dual-diameter knockout strain relief fittings on each side. These fittings each measure: • 21/32" (17mm) to accommodate 3/4" (19 mm) fittings •...
  • Page 11: Back Can Installation

    1. Mark the hole location on the ceiling tiles and, using the cutout template provided with your D SERIES loudspeakers, cut a hole to the precise size (Figure 7). 2. Insert the bridge support rails through the can cutout and position...
  • Page 12 Dry-Wall Ceiling Installation There are four basic ways to install a D SERIES loudspeaker assembly into Figure 10. Turning the can clamp a drywall ceiling (a.k.a. sheet rock or gypsum board). Some are for new actuators clockwise securely locks the construction, others for retrofit to existing construction.
  • Page 13: Painting The Loudspeaker

    (Figure 10). The back cans leave the Community seismic codes if any such codes are factory with these clamps fully open (so that approximately 1.5" / 38 mm applicable.
  • Page 14: Secure The Loudspeaker In The Back Can

    In any case, Community makes it 1. Four Twist-Assist™ face tabs protrude just inside the can opening. Align the...
  • Page 15: Attach Grille Safety Cable

    Figure 17. Setting Loudspeaker Tap D SERIES Ceiling Loudspeakers Installation and Operation Manual Page 15...
  • Page 16: Drawings / Dimensions

    Note: The D5 uses the same back can as assembly is used for the D4 and D4LP as the D4. these models differ only with respect to their back cans. Page 16 Installation and Operation Manual D SERIES Ceiling Loudspeakers...
  • Page 17 Ø13.209" (335.5) Figure 25. D8 Loudspeaker dimensions Figure 27. D10 (left) and D10SUB (right) Loudspeaker dimensions Note: The D10SUB loudspeaker uses the same D10 back can as the D10 loudspeaker. D SERIES Ceiling Loudspeakers Installation and Operation Manual Page 17...
  • Page 18: Optional Accessories

    Retrofit rings are available in two types for various loudspeaker group sizes. The Face Adapter Ring allows you to place the D SERIES loudspeaker alone in a non-Community made back can. The Can Adapter/Trim Ring allows you to mount an entire D SERIES loudspeaker assembly with its Community back can in a larger non-Community back can or to mount the loudspeaker assembly into an existing but over-size ceiling cutout hole.
  • Page 19: Warranty Information And Service

    Transferable warranty “(Limited)” valid in the USA only The D SERIES Loudspeaker Systems are designed and backed by Community Professional Loudspeakers. For complete warranty information within the USA please refer to the Community website. Please call 610-876-3400 to locate your nearest Authorized Field Service Station.
  • Page 20 Community Professional Loudspeakers 333 East Fifth Street, Chester, PA 19013-4511 USA Phone: (610) 876-3400 • Fax: (610) 874-0190 www.communitypro.com ©2016 Community Professional Loudspeakers 04DEC2016 All Rights Reserved.

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