Download
Share
Print this page
Definitive Technology UIW RCS II Owner's Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Definitive Technology Manuals
  4. Speakers
  5. UIW RCS II
  6. Owner's manual

Definitive Technology UIW RCS II Owner's Manual

Reference series in-ceiling speaker
Hide thumbs Also See for UIW RCS II:

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
™
UIW RCS II
Reference Series In-Ceiling Speaker
Owner's Manual
Congratulations
Congratulations on your purchase of the Definitive Technology
UIW RCS II Loudspeaker. This reference quality loudspeaker
provides the highest level of sonic performance and construction
quality and is designed for easy flush-mount installation in
ceilings of homes and commercial spaces. Six years of intensive
research and development by Definitive engineers, working in
collaboration with one of the world's leading industrial design
firms, has produced the finest architectural loudspeakers on the
market. The beautiful upscale designer styling of this model
is perfect for the finest homes belonging to the most
discriminating homeowners.

Advertisement

loading

Related Manuals for Definitive Technology UIW RCS II

Summary of Contents for Definitive Technology UIW RCS II

  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual Congratulations Congratulations on your purchase of the Definitive Technology UIW RCS II Loudspeaker. This reference quality loudspeaker provides the highest level of sonic performance and construction quality and is designed for easy flush-mount installation in ceilings of homes and commercial spaces. Six years of intensive research and development by Definitive engineers, working in...
  • Page 2 The UIW RCS II Loudspeaker The RCS II: • Incorporates high power, high definition cast basket Definitive bass/midrange drivers combined with pressure-coupled low- frequency radiators and state-of-the-art Definitive 1" dome tweeters. • Incorporates polypropylene cones with butyl rubber surrounds. • Incorporates a complete precision crossover system designed by Definitive engineers for seamless driver blending.
  • Page 3 UIW RCS II Loudspeakers in the appropriate place on your warranty card. UIW RCS II Applications The UIW RCS II is designed to be mounted in ceilings and used as a front main left, right or center channel loudspeaker in a stealth home theater system of the highest quality.

  • Page 4: Installation Procedure Overview

    We strongly recommend using a qualified, professional installer who is knowledgeable of local building codes. • The UIW RCS II is designed for mounting inline or at 90 degrees to 16" on-center ceiling joists. • If ceiling joists are wider than 16" apart, you will need to shim (or frame in the enclosure) with appropriate framing material.
  • Page 5 Installation Procedure Overview • The speaker enclosure needs to be against joists or framing material on the 2 parallel sides that are to be fastened with the screws. • The clearance required on outside ceiling surface is 1" around the cutout to clear the speaker bezel.
  • Page 6 Step-by-Step Installation Hole location options and requirements • Mounting in ceiling with joists 16" on-center. – Place template against inside edge of joist. – Trace around template with pencil. – Cut hole. See Diagram 1, page 9 for reference. • Mounting in ceiling with joists wider than 16" on-center. –...

  • Page 7: Connecting The Speaker

    • Fish wiring out of hole. • Connect the speaker wires to the UIW RCS II taking care to make red to red (+) and black to black (-) terminal connections. • Refer to your amplifier or receiver loudspeaker wiring instructions, turn...
  • Page 8 2 parallel sides. See Diagrams 1 and 2, page 9 for reference. • If speaker is mounted against a crossbeam, install two additional #8 x 3 wood screws (not included) into side that is against crossbeam to secure speaker and prevent rattling.
  • Page 9 Diagram 1 EXISTING CEILING JOISTS 24” ON-CENTER NOTE: UNIT DOES NOT NEED TO BE CENTERED BETWEEN JOISTS. ALLOW FOR 1-1/4” OF CLEARANCE ADDED FRAMING ON EACH SIDE OF CLEAR LOCK ARMS MATERIAL 14-1/2” CAVITY SIZE REQUIRED 14-3/8” BETWEEN INSTALLED TEMPLATE FRAMING MATERIAL CUT-OUT 14-3/8”...
  • Page 10 LOCK ARM (2 PLACES) Troubleshooting Your UIW RCS II Speakers If you experience any difficulties with your UIW RCS II Loudspeakers, try the suggestions described below. If you are still having problems, please consult your Definitive Technology authorized dealer for assistance.

  • Page 11: Technical Assistance

    Service and warranty work on your Definitive loudspeakers will normally be performed by your local Definitive Technology dealer. However, if you wish to return the speaker to us, please contact us first, describing the problem and requesting authorization as well as the location of the nearest factory service center.

  • Page 12: Limited Warranty

    5-Years for Drivers and Cabinets, 3-Years for Electronic Components Definitive Technology warrants to the original retail purchaser only that this Definitive Technology Loudspeaker Product (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five (5) years covering the drivers and cabinets, and three (3) years for the electronic components from the date of the original purchase from a Definitive Technology Authorized Dealer.