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Kin Architectural Manual
Thank you for choosing the Totem Acoustic Kin Architectural series.
Please take the time to fully read this manual prior to beginning set-up. The manual will
clearly guide you to achieve the best possible sound that these newly acquired Totem
speakers can provide.
Beyond sonic performance, Totem has given tremendous consideration to the home
integrator. New construction or retro-fit, the Kin Architectural speakers are easy to install and
have a supporting cast of ingenious accessories to address any situation and application.
For further assistance, contact our tech support at info@totemacoustic.com.
UNPACKING Totem Acoustic keeps to a strict quality control regimen and all factory-sealed
products leave our facility in perfect condition. If there are any damages visible or concealed
that has occurred in handling it must be reported immediately to your Totem Authorized
Dealer.
Carefully remove the speaker(s) from the box(es). Save all custom cartons and packaging
foam for future use. They are rather expensive and may come in handy for future upgrades.
Contents:
Each individual box contains:
1 Kin Architectural speaker,
1 stainless steel, magnetic grille,
1 transparent driver protector,
1 cutout template.
Tools and items required:
Drywall saw
Speaker wire
Wire stripper
Pencil
Drill
Stud Finder
Measuring Tape
Metal hanger or 1 foot/30cm of solid core wire
Fish tool
Spray paint-optional
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Summary of Contents for Totem Kin IC82
- Page 1 Thank you for choosing the Totem Acoustic Kin Architectural series. Please take the time to fully read this manual prior to beginning set-up. The manual will clearly guide you to achieve the best possible sound that these newly acquired Totem speakers can provide.
- Page 2 General Speaker Placement Guidelines Totem Architectural diffuse sound in an enormously wide, expansive manner comparable to a Kin Architectural disperse at 75 degrees, almost twice as broadly as competitive speakers. The soundstage and acoustic coverage is totally present throughout the entire listening area, so it takes fewer Totem speakers to thoroughly fill a room than competitive brands.
- Page 3 Recommended Speaker wire Length of Run Suggested Wire Gauge Up to 75 feet / 22.86 meters 16 gauge 75-200 feet / 22.86 to 60.96 meters 14 gauge Over 200 feet / over 60.96 meters 12 gauge Precautions before Installation Check for obstructions. Use an electronic stud finder to check for ceiling joists, heating and ventilating shafts, or wall studs that may hinder cutting the required opening or the running of the cable to your desired location.
- Page 4 Stereo Audio Applications: When a pair of Kin Architectural Series speakers are used for conventional stereo reproduction, they should be positioned at each third of the rooms longest dimension. If they are being used in conjunction with a TV, they should be placed in front and adjacent to the Multi-channel Audio Applications In a 5.1 set up, the Left, Center, and Right should be along the same plane with the Left and Right Surround in back and adjacent to the sitting area.
- Page 5 True to both Totem and Kin heritage, all models possess our characteristic phase linearity for uncanny realism, a full range response for truly dynamic performance, and remarkably huge dispersion that facilitates placement and fills the room. They can also intermix harmoniously with any existing traditional, on-wall, or architectural Totem speaker for a variety of multi- channel options.
- Page 6 steel screws. They can handle strong torque settings but ideally lower torque setting should be used to prevent accidents and ensure a proper installation. Textured terminals provide extra grip on any material, guaranteeing a solid, tight installation. 5-Remove the transparent driver protector and place grille on speakers to complete the installation.
- Page 7 Outdoor Installations The Kin Architectural series features stainless steel grilles, screws, and impermeable drivers, making them weather resistant and suitable to be installed in many outdoor locations. The speakers are suitable for exterior walls, under soffits, fascias, and everywhere else they are installed with the rear portion is shielded from the elements.
- Page 8 Optional Accessories 2 Color coded Pre-Construction Kits (PCK6C, PCK8C) helpfully indicate proper speaker size to ensure installation efficiency and prevent time consuming, costly mistakes. frames are red green. Each rigid frame is equipped with a joist bracket that allows all speakers to be installed in a perfect line simply and flawlessly, and multiple points to connect the wings guarantees that contact with drywall is always within access.
- Page 9 Specifications www.totemacoustic.com...
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Page 10: Totem Limited Warranty
All Totem products are created with the utmost care and quality in mind. If ever a problem subwoofers) starting from the date of purchase. The Totem limited warranty applies to products in normal home use only.