Sonance D-series Instruction Manual

Sonance D-series Instruction Manual

Virtuoso d-series 8” in-wall speakers

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing Sonance Virtuoso® D-series in-wall speakers. When
properly installed, these speakers will give you many years of entertainment
pleasure. To get the most out of your new speakers, please read this
manual thoroughly before you begin installation.
Since all of the Sonance Virtuoso D speakers have the same exact footprint
and have identical installation requirements, the directions in this manual
apply to each model. This manual covers the following speaker models:
Virtuoso V834
, V833
, V832
, V831
D
D
D
To achieve the best performance, Sonance recommends that these speakers be
installed by a Sonance Authorized Dealer/Installer.
SAFETY WARNING:
These speakers have FastMount® tabs that prevent the speaker from falling
out of the mounting hole during the installation process.
The edges of FastMount tabs are very sharp. Use caution
when handling the speaker.
See Installation (page 4) for complete information about the FastMount tabs.
PARTS LIST
Your Sonance Virtuoso D speakers include the following:
• (2) Sonance Virtuoso D speakers
• (2) Paintable grilles
• (2) Plastic paint plugs to protect speakers during painting
• (1) Mounting cutout template (in packaging)

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Virtuoso
Metal Grille (part# 92289): Metal replacement for included grilles.
D
Virtuoso
Cloth Grille (part# 92284): Cloth-covered replacement for included
D
grilles.
Virtuoso
FlexBracket (part# 92246): Plastic template to reserve a mounting
D
hole for the speaker in new construction. Designed to be used with the
RotoLock® mounting system.
Virtuoso
Coverplate (part# 92244): Covers the hole made by the FlexBracket
D
during construction until the speaker is installed.
Virtuoso
Acoustic Enclosure (part# 91708): ½" MDF enclosure that
D
provides ideal acoustic performance and maximum reduction of
sound transmission into adjacent spaces. Designed for use only in new
construction.
Virtuoso
Retrofit Enclosure (part# 92242): Molded enclosure that reduces
D
sound transmission into adjacent rooms and spaces. Can be used in both new
construction and retrofit installations.
Sonafill
In-Wall System (part# 91698):
®
treatment for in-wall speakers consisting of two pillows and four tiles that
virtually eliminates noise produced by resonating drywall. Dramatically
improves midbass sound quality and reduces sound transmission into
adjacent rooms.
.
D
Retrofittable
acoustical
I N S T R U C T I O N M A N U A L
S O N A N C E V I R T U O S O
8 "
I N - W A L L
SPEAKER PLACEMENT
All Sonance Virtuoso D-series speakers fit into walls built with standard
2" x 4" stud construction. The locations of the speakers should be determined
by considering the primary listening location, the primary use for the
speakers (stereo music or home theater) and aesthetic values. For optimum
results contact your Authorized Sonance Dealer for advice.
Home Theater Placement: Left and Right Front Speakers
• Place the left and right speakers on either side of the video screen, anywhere
from 6 feet to 10 feet apart, and 38 – 42 inches from the floor (which
corresponds to the height of your ears when you're seated).
• The main listening position should be 8 – 12 feet away from the speakers.
• If possible, locate the speakers at least18 inches away from the side walls.
• If necessary, pivot each speaker's Sonic Eye (midrange/tweeter assembly)
towards the listening position to maximize the soundstage.
Use Illustration 1 as a guide.
18"
(min.)
from side
wall
2'
(max.)
Illustration 1: Left, Center & Right Speaker Home Theater Placement
Home Theater Placement: Center Speaker
• If possible, locate the center speaker at the same height as the left & right
channel speakers (38 – 42 inches from the floor).
• If you must place the center speaker above or below a video screen, we
recommend placing it no more than 2 feet above or below the center of the
left and right speakers. Keeping the speakers within a 4-foot window will
maintain consistent tonality between all 3 front channel speakers.
Use Illustration 1 as a guide.
Home Theater Placement: Surround Speakers (5.1 Channels)
Sonance Virtuoso D-series speakers can also be used for surround channel
applications in a home theater. Depending on your room's layout, you can
locate the surround channel speakers in the side walls, in the rear wall or in
the ceiling, If you are not sure which location will achieve the best perfor-
mance in your room, contact your Authorized Sonance Dealer for advice.
Side wall mounting: Locate the surround channel speakers approximately
2 – 6 feet behind the listening position, at least 5 feet from the floor.
continued on page 2
1
D - S E R I E S
®
S P E A K E R S
6' – 10'
18"
apart
from side
wall
(min.)

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Summary of Contents for Sonance D-series

  • Page 1: Optional Accessories

    To get the most out of your new speakers, please read this manual thoroughly before you begin installation. Since all of the Sonance Virtuoso D speakers have the same exact footprint and have identical installation requirements, the directions in this manual apply to each model.
  • Page 2: Wire Gauge

    To prevent degrading sound quality, the total wire resistance should be less than 10% of the speaker’s impedance. This means that for an 8-ohm speaker, the total resistance of the wire should be less than 0.8 ohms.
  • Page 3: Preparing The Installation Location

    5. Cut the hole using a drywall saw, and run the speaker wires. Before Installation: IR Knockout All Sonance Virtuoso D-series speakers have a knockout for installing an IR receiver into the speaker’s front baffle. This remote controls to be aimed at the front of the room instead of at the electronics, in systems where the electron- ics may be placed in an inconvenient location.
  • Page 4 You can also paint the speakers after installation, but before the grilles are attached. All Virtuoso D-series speakers come from the factory fitted with a plastic ‘paint plug’ . Use the paint plug to protect the speaker drivers while the flange is being painted along with the wall.
  • Page 5: Specifications

    IMPORTANT: YOU MUST HAVE PRIOR AUTHORIZATION TO RETURN YOUR SPEAKER TO SONANCE! 3. If you’re directed to return the unit to Sonance for repair, pack the unit in its original shipping carton. If needed, you can obtain replacement packaging from us for a small charge. Note: it is best if you place the box into an additional outer “overcarton”...
  • Page 6: Exclusions And Limitations

    Due to continuous product improvement, all features and specifications are subject to change without notice. For the latest Sonance product specification information visit our website: Sonance • 212 Avenida Fabricante • San Clemente, CA 92672-7531, USA • (800) 582-7777 or (949) 492-7777 • FAX: (949) 361-5151 • Technical Support: (800) 582-0772...

This manual is also suitable for:

Virtuoso v831dVirtuoso v832dVirtuoso v833dVirtuoso v834d

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