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- Page 1 MARTIN AUDIO CDD SERIES CDD SERIES USER GUIDE...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
USER GUIDE CONTENTS APPROVALS ......................4 Unpacking the Unit ..................4 INTRODUCTION ....................5 Coaxial Differential Dispersion Technology ............6 THE CDD RANGE ....................7 CDD Range Accessories ................8 Mounting accessories .................8 Weatherised Versions ..................9 CDD MOUNTING HARDWARE ................10 Wall and ceiling mounting brackets ............10 Yoke assemblies ..................12 Eye Bolts ....................12 VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL DEPLOYMENT .............13... - Page 3 USER GUIDE MARTIN AUDIO DX0.5 LOUDSPEAKER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ............46 CDD Preset List ..................46 Using alternative controllers ..............47 Amplifiers – recommendations ..............48 APPENDIX ......................49 Specifications ..................49 CDD5, CDD6, CDD8 .................49 CDD10, CDD12, CDD15 ..............50 CSX112-F, CSX212-F ...............51 CSX118-F, CSX218-F ...............52 Technical Drawings ..................53 CDD5....................53...
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Page 4: Approvals
It is suggested that you keep the original packaging so that the system can be repacked at a future date if necessary. Please note that neither Martin Audio nor its distributors can accept any responsibility for damage to any returned product which arises through the use of non-approved packaging. -
Page 5: Introduction
This User Guide provides a detailed explanation of the CDD’s features and options. Please take the time to read through the Guide even if you are experienced with other Martin Audio products. Thank you again for placing your confidence in Martin Audio products. -
Page 6: Coaxial Differential Dispersion Technology
The two EASE plots shown above illustrate the coverage obtained from four CDD speakers (on the left of the plot) as compared with that obtained from four equivalent Martin Audio AQ Series speakers (on the right). The plots are taken at 4 kHz (left) and 8 kHz (right), with all other measurement parameters remaining constant. -
Page 7: The Cdd Range
USER GUIDE THE CDD RANGE The CDD range consists of six full-range systems and four sub-woofers (the CSX Series), as summarised below. Please refer to “Specifications” on page 49 for full technical specifications for each model. Full-range systems: Model LF driver (dia.) HF driver (dia.) LF -3 dB point Power rating... -
Page 8: Cdd Range Accessories
Brackets and yoke assemblies are available in black or white to match the standard enclosure finishes. NOTE: A venue with Martin Audio AQ Series speakers already installed may be easily upgraded to CDD Series speakers in many cases, as some of the existing AQ Series wall and ceiling mounting brackets may be retainable and re-usable;... -
Page 9: Weatherised Versions
USER GUIDE WEATHERISED VERSIONS All CDD and CSX models are available with factory-fitted weather proofing components: these may be denoted by the suffix “-WR” to the model number. Weatherised versions are available in both black and white finishes. Weatherised versions of CDD cabinets include two additional layers of protection behind the front grille: first there is a Declon®... -
Page 10: Cdd Mounting Hardware
USER GUIDE CDD MOUNTING HARDWARE WALL AND CEILING MOUNTING BRACKETS All CDD Models up to CDD12 may be wall mounted. and models up to CDD8 ceiling mounted, using the appropriate optional bracket. Brackets are available for most models, as summarised on the previous page. - Page 11 USER GUIDE Models CDD6 and CDD8: The wall and ceiling brackets for Models CDD6 are also used with Models CDD8. Wall bracket – Part Nos. CDDWB6/8B (black), CDDWB6/8W (white) Ceiling bracket – Part Nos. CDDCB6/8B (black), CDDCB6/8W (white) Models CDD10 and CDD12: The wall brackets for Models CDD10 are also used with Models CDD12.
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Page 12: Yoke Assemblies
USER GUIDE YOKE ASSEMBLIES Yoke assemblies are available for CDD Models CDD10, CDD12 and CDD15. In the case of the CDD15, a yoke assembly is the only mounting bracket available. For fixed installations, the yoke assembly may only be installed horizontally, which allows tilt adjustment. -
Page 13: Vertical And Horizontal Deployment
USER GUIDE VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL DEPLOYMENT CDD speakers are shipped from the factory ready for deployment in vertical – or “portrait” – orientation. If the installation favours horizontal orientation, the coaxial driver must be rotated through 90° to maintain the correct dispersion patterns. Inadequate coverage and generally sub-optimal performance will result from mounting a CDD speaker with the driver incorrectly orientated. -
Page 14: Grille Removal And Replacement
USER GUIDE To rotate the driver, proceed as follows: 1. Place the enclosure face-up on a bench, table or other suitable flat surface. 2. Follow the instructions for grille removal in the section below “Grille removal and replacement”. 3. Using a No. 2 Pozi screwdriver (CDD5) or a hex key (CDD6: 2.5 mm AF; CDD8/10: 4 mm AF;... - Page 15 USER GUIDE Push the handle down. This will lift the grille out of the slot. Now lift the handle up; this will ease the grille forward slightly to prevent the return on the grille dropping straight back into the slot: Repeat this process for the remaining gaps in the grille to ease it out of the slot all the way up one side of the cabinet;...
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Page 16: Badge Rotation
USER GUIDE BADGE ROTATION The badge can also be removed and rotated. It has mouldings on the mounting spigot to ensure that it can only be repositioned in one of four positions (90° apart). It is recommended that you change the badge position at the same time as the grille is removed to rotate the driver. On the back of the grille you will see the badge mounting spigot showing just above the plastic fitting into which it locates: Push down on the spigot with your thumb (or use a the flat face of a suitable tool if necessary)…... -
Page 17: Choosing A Mounting Location
USER GUIDE CHOOSING A MOUNTING LOCATION CDD Series loudspeakers should be mounted above head height – high enough to clear peoples’ heads for clean coverage but low enough to avoid over-exciting room resonances. Tilt angles should be set so that the loudspeaker’s maximum output (usually on-axis of the loudspeaker centre) is aimed at the furthest listener across the room. -
Page 18: First And Second Fixing
USER GUIDE FIRST AND SECOND FIXING Construction industry practice frequently favours “first” and “second” fixing stages. This system gives installers the advantage of being able to pull cables and make primary fixings at an earlier stage of building completion, and avoids the potential problems of leaving expensive and delicate audio equipment in-situ while building and decoration work is still on-going. -
Page 19: Wall Mounting - Procedure
USER GUIDE WALL MOUNTING – PROCEDURE CDD5 only A pair of CDD5 wall brackets is supplied with the speakers. The bracket is a three-part design which allows adjustment in both horizontal and vertical planes if required. First fix: First decide whether adjustment is needed in one or both planes, and then disassemble the bracket. - Page 20 USER GUIDE Fit the wall bracket in the orientation shown below for operation with adjustment in two planes, or for horizontal adjustment only: If only vertical adjustment is required, fit as shown below: Fixings appropriate for the wall surface and weight of the cabinet (2.7 kg) must be used to ensure a safe and secure installation.
- Page 21 USER GUIDE For “portrait” use, the cabinet bracket section is attached using the four “lower” fixing points: For “landscape” use, the four “upper” fixing points (as viewed in portrait orientation) must be used: CDD User Guide V1.1...
- Page 22 USER GUIDE The cabinet bracket section must be attached in an orientation to suit the desired degree of adjustment. First remove the four screws using a 3 mm hex key. For installation with two planes of adjustment, or vertical adjustment only, the cabinet bracket must be attached as shown below: If only horizontal adjustment is required, the bracket section should be fitted like this: (Note that the two pictures above assume portrait orientation.)
- Page 23 USER GUIDE Do not fully tighten the bolt at this stage, leave a little play to allow final adjustment. If the fitment includes the link bracket, this may also be loosened slightly for final adjustment. The CDD5 can now be positioned using the locating radial teeth on the bracket to hold it in position, these will allow adjustment in increments of approximately 10°...
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Page 24: Cdd6, Cdd8, Cdd10 And Cdd12
USER GUIDE CDD6, CDD8, CDD10 and CDD12 The CDDWB6/8(B or W*) is a two-part wall bracket comprising a wall mounted spigot and a cabinet bracket holding a collar which secures onto the spigot. The same bracket fits both the CDD6 and CDD8 cabinets. The CDDWB10/12(B or W*) wall bracket for the CDD10 and CDD12 is of very similar design, but is a larger bracket to cater for the greater weight. - Page 25 USER GUIDE Second fix: The cabinet bracket section should be attached as shown. Screw the vertical adjustment grub screw all the way in to allow the collar to lift clear of the spigot. The speaker may be wall mounted in either “portrait” (vertical) or “landscape” (horizontal) orientation.
- Page 26 USER GUIDE First remove the four screws using a 4 mm hex key (CDD6/8) or a 5 mm hex key (CDD10/12). Align the bracket with the fixing holes and screw securely in place using the same screws. NOTE: the cabinet and bracket shown in these examples are deliberately in different colours for reasons of clarity.
- Page 27 USER GUIDE Vertical (tilt) adjustment is made by adjusting the grub screw: CDD User Guide V1.1...
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Page 28: Ceiling Mounting - Procedure
USER GUIDE CEILING MOUNTING – PROCEDURE CDD5 only The optional CDDCB5(B or W*) ceiling bracket may be used in conjunction with the wall brackets supplied with the CDD5 speakers to mount the CDD5s on a ceiling. * B and W suffixes denote colour First fix: As with wall mounting, first decide whether adjustment is needed in one or both planes, and then disassemble the wall bracket. - Page 29 USER GUIDE The ceiling bracket assembly may now be fixed to the ceiling. There are three 5.5 mm holes and a central 8.5 mm hole in the bracket for this purpose. It is essential that appropriate fixings are used to allow safe and secure attachment to the ceiling material, particularly as these may be fitted overhead public areas.
- Page 30 USER GUIDE Offer the cabinet up to the ceiling bracket assembly and attach it using the 5 mm securing bolt. This can be loosely fitted to allow final adjustment before being fully tightened once the desired coverage has been established. CDD User Guide V1.1...
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Page 31: Cdd6 And Cdd8
USER GUIDE CDD6 and CDD8 Optional mounting CDDCB6/8(B or W*) is a bracket onto which allows a CDD6 or CDD8 cabinet to be ceiling mounted. It consists of two sections: a 90° arm and a removable four-point cabinet bracket section which is fixed directly to the cabinet rear: * B and W suffixes denote colour First fix: First disassemble the bracket, unscrewing the cabinet section from the ceiling arm using an M6... - Page 32 USER GUIDE Second fix: With ceiling mounting, the cabinet will probably be used in landscape mode. Fit the cabinet section of the wall bracket (previously removed from the arm). The bracket is attached orientated as shown by removing four screws with an M4 hex key and attaching the bracket with the same screws.
- Page 33 USER GUIDE The vertical dispersion can be adjusted using the grub screw accessed from the rear of the bracket: It is also possible to ceiling mount the CDD6 or CDD8 in portrait mode, but in this case the cabinet should be mounted upside down, and the driver and grille will both need to be rotated 180°.
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Page 34: Mounting With A Yoke Assembly
USER GUIDE MOUNTING WITH A YOKE ASSEMBLY Yoke assemblies CDDYA10, CDDYA12 and CDDYA15 may be fitted to Models CDD10, CDD12 and CDD15 respectively, if a yoke mounting arrangement is preferred. Note that due to the weight of the enclosure, yoke mounting is the only method available for Model CDD15. The yoke design and fitting method is the same for all three models;... - Page 35 USER GUIDE The yoke loop (the main, U-shaped part of the assembly) should be fitted to the wall or ceiling in its intended position. Four 8.5 mm holes are provided for this purpose. It is essential that appropriate fixings are used to allow safe and secure attachment to the ceiling material, particularly as these may be fitted overhead public areas.
- Page 36 USER GUIDE Next mount the side bars to the top and bottom of the cabinet. The two side bars included in the yoke assembly are identical but the correct screws and spacers must be used at each end. Two lengths of M8 socket head countersunk screw are supplied: 40 mm and 45 mm; there are also two pairs of spacer bushes, of different thicknesses.
- Page 37 USER GUIDE The M10 x 20 mm socket buttonhead screws (supplied with the yoke assembly) should first be threaded through the M10 shakeproof washer, then through the yoke fixing hole; then place a serrated washer on the bolt before screwing it into the captive nut in the centre of the side bars. The bolt for the CDD15 is slightly different: this should first go through the M10 spring washer, then through the M10 plain washer, before going through the yoke, serrated washer and into the side bar.
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Page 38: Flying Cdd Series Cabinets
The M8 inserts in CDD cabinets are recessed, and the shoulder on Martin Audio eye bolts fits into the recess. If you use an eye bolt with a shoulder wider than the recess you will need to space the bolt so it tightens down on the thread rather than the outer surface of the cabinet. - Page 39 USER GUIDE The most common method for suspending cabinets in portrait mode is to use the front two positions on the cabinet top as the primary suspension points with a third at the rear to provide any required downward tilt. The third position may be the rear insert on the cabinet top of the cabinet or the one on the back of the cabinet, if a steeper tilt is required.
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Page 40: Csx Series Subwoofers - Installation
Shouldered eye bolts are used in the inserts in the same manner as for CDD Series cabinets. Approved eye bolts are available from Martin Audio for the subwoofers: Part No. HTKCT06 – M10 eye bolt, suitable for all CSX models. - Page 41 USER GUIDE The M10 inserts in CSX cabinets are recessed, and the shoulder on Martin Audio eye bolts fits into the recess. If you use an eye bolt with a shoulder wider than the recess you will need to space the bolt so it tightens down on the thread rather than the outer surface of the cabinet.
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Page 42: System Connections
USER GUIDE SYSTEM CONNECTIONS All CDD Series and CSX Series speakers are fitted with low-profile four-pin push-lock connectors, rated at 13 A (CDD5, CDD6 and CDD8) or 20 A (CDD10, CDD12, CDD15 and all CSX models). These are mounted on the recessed rear panel, allowing for a very neat wiring job with no protruding connectors. -
Page 43: Impedances
USER GUIDE IMPEDANCES All CDD Series loudspeakers have an impedance of 8 ohms. (Models CDD5 and CDD6 only - see section below regarding 70/100 V-line operation.) Subwoofer Models CSX112-F and CSX118-F have an impedance of 8 ohms Subwoofer Models CSX212-F and CSX218-F have an impedance of 4 ohms. 70/100 V-LINE OPERATION (MODELS CDD5TX-WR AND CDD6TX-WR ONLY) Models CDD5 and CDD6 are also available as variants CDD5TX-WR and CDD6TX-WR respectively, with a 70/100 V-line transformer fitted internally. -
Page 44: System Examples
USER GUIDE SYSTEM EXAMPLES The following diagrams show examples of possible systems. All assume the use of the DX0.5 loudspeaker management system. This is recommended for all systems, even when no subwoofers are in use, as when set correctly to suit the amplifiers being used, the limiter functions provide excellent loudspeaker protection against overloads and possible amplifier faults. -
Page 45: 3 X Stereo + 2 Sub
USER GUIDE 3 x Stereo + 2 Sub CDD Speakers Left CDD Speakers Right Use link Use link connections connections Amplifier Amplifier DX0.5 CDD CSX112-F Sub Speaker Management System System Input DX0.5 Rear panel Output Right (B) Input Left (A) CDD User Guide V1.1... -
Page 46: Martin Audio Dx0.5
Audio products can be downloaded from the website. There are 24 memory locations in the unit suitable for storing presets for each CDD model. Martin Audio strongly recommends using the DX0.5, but settings for use with other controllers are tabulated on the following page, “Using alternative controllers”- user entry of parameters is required. -
Page 47: Using Alternative Controllers
Please note that the data provided is based on the algorithms used by Martin Audio DX Series Loudspeaker Management Systems; third-party systems are likely to use different algorithms which may result in both sub-optimal performance and reduce loudspeaker protection. -
Page 48: Amplifiers - Recommendations
USER GUIDE AMPLIFIERS – RECOMMENDATIONS Martin Audio MA Series two channel power amplifiers are recommended for use with CDD Series loudspeakers and CSX Series subwoofers. These amplifiers work well down to 2 ohms, making it possible to power up to four cabinets in parallel from each channel. Models are available with power ratings from 700 W/ch to 4000 W/ch (into 4 ohms). -
Page 49: Appendix
USER GUIDE APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS CDD5, CDD6, CDD8 CDD5 CDD6 CDD8 TYPE Ultra-compact, Coaxial Differential Ultra-compact, Coaxial Differential Ultra-compact, Coaxial Differential Dispersion passive two-way system Dispersion passive two-way system Dispersion passive two-way system FREQUENCY RESPONSE 100 Hz-20 kHz ± 3 dB, 80 Hz-20 kHz ±... -
Page 50: Cdd10, Cdd12, Cdd15
10 x M8 fly points 10 x M8 fly points ENVIRONMENTAL IP54 (Model CDD10-WR only) IP54 (Model CDD12-WR only) IP54 (Model CDD15-WR only) DIMENSIONS (W) 323 mm x (H) 515 mm x (D) 311 mm (W) 357 mm x (H) 571 mm x (D) 348 mm (W) 425 mm x (H) 691 mm x (D) 411 mm (W) 12.7 in x (H) 20.3 in x (D) 12.2 in... -
Page 51: Csx112-F, Csx212-F
USER GUIDE CSX112-F, CSX212-F CSX112-F CSX212-F Compact, single driver, direct radiating Compact, dual-driver, direct radiating TYPE subwoofer subwoofer FREQUENCY 48 Hz-150 Hz ± 3 dB, -10 dB @ 35 Hz 48 Hz-150 Hz ± 3 dB, -10 dB @ 35 Hz RESPONSE 12”... -
Page 52: Csx118-F, Csx218-F
USER GUIDE CSX118-F, CSX218-F CSX118 CSX218 TYPE Compact, direct radiating subwoofer Dual-driver, direct radiating subwoofer FREQUENCY 40 Hz-150 Hz ± 3 dB, -10 dB @ 35 Hz 35 Hz-150 Hz ± 3 dB, -10 dB @ 30 Hz RESPONSE DRIVER 18”... -
Page 53: Technical Drawings
USER GUIDE TECHNICAL DRAWINGS The drawings on the following pages depict the standard (non-Weatherised) models. All dimensions are also applicable to the Weatherised versions; note that the appearance of the rear panel differs slightly due to the additional weatherproof cover over the connector panel CDD5 160mm [6.3"]... -
Page 54: Cdd8
USER GUIDE CDD8 256mm [10.1"] 253mm [10.0"] CDD10 323mm [12.7"] 311mm [12.2"] CDD User Guide V1.1... -
Page 55: Cdd12
USER GUIDE CDD12 357mm [14.1"] 348mm [13.7"] CDD15 425mm [16.7"] 411mm [16.2"] CDD User Guide V1.1... -
Page 56: Csx112-F
USER GUIDE CSX112-F CSX212-F CDD User Guide V1.1... -
Page 57: Csx118-F
USER GUIDE CSX118-F CSX218-F CDD User Guide V1.1... -
Page 58: Speaker Bracket Templates
USER GUIDE SPEAKER BRACKET TEMPLATES Any of the bracket templates included in this Appendix section may be printed (select the page you need in your printer dialogue box) and use it as a drilling template. Note that it is essential to select the “Actual size”... -
Page 59: Cdd5 Ceiling Bracket
USER GUIDE CDD5 Ceiling Bracket CDD User Guide V1.1... -
Page 60: Cdd6 & Cdd8 Wall Bracket
USER GUIDE CDD6 & CDD8 Wall Bracket CDD User Guide V1.1... -
Page 61: Cdd6 & Cdd8 Ceiling Bracket
USER GUIDE CDD6 & CDD8 Ceiling Bracket CDD User Guide V1.1... -
Page 62: Cdd10 & Cdd12 Wall Bracket
USER GUIDE CDD10 & CDD12 Wall Bracket CDD User Guide V1.1... -
Page 63: Warranty
Martin Audio Ltd. cannot be held responsible for defects caused by unauthorised modifications, improper use, negligence, exposure to inclement weather conditions, act of God or accident, or any use of this product that is not in accordance with the instructions provided by Martin Audio. Martin Audio is not liable for consequential damages. - Page 64 All information is Copyright © 2016 Martin Audio Ltd. Martin Audio, the Martin Audio logo and CDD are registered trademarks of Martin Audio Ltd. in the United Kingdom, United States and other countries; all other Martin Audio trademarks are the property of Martin Audio Ltd.
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