PLACEMENT OPTIONS Polk Audio TCi Series In-Wall Loudspeakers give you nearly endless placement options. But remem- ber that placement choice for your in-wall speak- ers bears careful consideration, as installation requires that you cut a hole in your wall or ceiling! Fill a room with sound by installing in-wall speak- ers in nearly any wall or ceiling location [figure 1].
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ADJUSTING THE TWEETER Aiming the tweeter toward your listening position improves imaging and detail. When using TCi Series In-Wall Loudspeakers as front/main home theater speakers [figure 2], aim the tweeter toward your listening position. For rear/surround speakers installed in walls or ceilings [figure 3], aim the tweeter toward the nearest reflecting surface (an adjacent wall or ceiling) for a more diffuse sound field (if you so desire;...
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DIRECTING THE DRIVER (TC60i & TC80i) The fixed 15° angled driver in the ceiling speaker allows you to direct the midrange towards your listening area when used for front stage (left–cen- ter–right).
MAKING ADJUSTMENTS The TCi Series features technology that can tailor the sound for performance in difficult or unusual placement situtations. TC265i, TC65i, TC80i & TC60i MODEL ADJUSTMENTS: Wall Distance Toggle In-wall loudspeakers excel when placed more than 2’ (60cm) from side walls [figure 5]. If position limi- tations demand that in-wall loudspeakers be installed closer than 2’(60cm) from side walls, the...
• Masking tape. • Paint mask (to cover unpaintable parts, supplied!). PREPARING TO PAINT: 1. Separate the parts of the speaker. If the speaker is not yet installed, the grille can be removed simply by pushing the clamp screws forward to push the grille off the speaker from the inside.
2. When the paint is completely dry, remove the masking material. PAINTING THE GRILLE: 1. The grille of the TCi Series speaker features an even, protective paint. This paint is an ideal primer. 2. Grilles must be spray painted. Do not use a brush and paint.
Wiring is best performed by an experienced professional. If you are in doubt that you possess the necessary skills or tools, consult your Polk Audio dealer, or a professional installer. YOU WILL NEED: • Pencil for marking the location of installation.
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(so you have two unfrayed strands). Note that one of the terminals on the rear of each speaker is red (+) and the other is black (-). Make certain that you connect the wire from the red terminal (+) of your amplifier or receiver to...
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• To install the speaker, first carefully remove the grille using a straightened paperclip or other pointed metal tool. Insert the point into one of the grille perforations near a corner and lift the grille free. Never use a knife or screwdriver to pry between the grille and the speaker frame.
; cela fera tourner les crampons qui fixeront solidement votre haut-parleur au mur ou au plafond. Conseil: pour les modèles TC265i et TC65i resserrez les vis du milieu avant de resser- rer les vis des coins—le haut-parleur sera ainsi mieux affleuré.
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1" (25mm) dôme en tissu sur montant pivotant 10 5/8" (27cm) 9 3/8" (24.76cm) 4 13/16" (12.22cm) 10 lbs. (4.54kgs)/each TC265i 30Hz-27kHz 45Hz-25kHz 10-200Wrms Compatible with 8 Ohm outputs Compatible avec sorties 8 Ohm 91dB 1-6 1/2" (16.5cm)
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Polk Audio loudspeakers and subwoofers are capable of playing at extremely high volume levels, which could cause serious or permanent hearing damage. Polk Audio, Inc. accepts no liability for hearing loss, bodily injury or property damage resulting from the misuse of its products.
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For further detailed information, please contact the retailer where you purchased this product or the Polk Audio Importer/Distributor in your country. A listing of Polk Audio Importer/ Distributors can be found on the Polk Audio website www.polkaudio.com or by contacting Polk Audio at 5601 Metro Drive, Baltimore, Maryland 21215, USA—...
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5601 METRO DRIVE, BALTIMORE, MARYLAND 21215, USA, 800-377-7655, FAX: 410-764-5266 www.polkaudio.com...
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