Origin Acoustics Director 5 Series Installation Manual

Origin Acoustics Director 5 Series Installation Manual

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DIRECTOR COLLECTION
D59
D57
D57DT/SUR
D59, D57, D57DT/SUR
Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 DIRECTOR COLLECTION ™ D57DT/SUR D59, D57, D57DT/SUR Installation Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction Specifications Dual Tweeters What’s Included Tools & Items Wire Recommendation Speaker Placement About Speaker Wire Installing the Wire Wire Routing Painting the Grille Cutting the Hole Installing the Bayonet Ring Connecting the Wire Installing the Speaker Testing &...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Director 5 In-Ceiling Speaker. At Origin Acoustics, we take pride in providing you with a high quality product. All of Origin Acoustics’ speakers are designed to have excellent sound quality, longevity, and a simple installation process.
  • Page 4: Specifications

    Director Collection™ Manual Specifications MODEL D57DT/SUR PART SCD50900 SCD50700 SCD2T50700 Woofer 5 1/ 4 ” Kevlar® 5 1/ 4 ” Glass Fiber 5 1/ 4 ” Glass Fiber Tweeter 1” Silk DPSD™ MMP™ 1” Silk DPSD™ MMP™ 3/4” Dual Silk DPSD™ Power RMS 40 Watts 40 Watts...
  • Page 5: Dual Tweeters

    Director Collection™ Manual Dual Tweeters The Dual Tweeter models can be used for either one channel (surround) or two channels (stereo). A switch is located on the back of the speaker to select which mode to use. One of the inputs is labeled for surround. This is the input that should be used if you’re only using one channel.
  • Page 6: What's Included

    Director Collection™ Manual What’s Included Speaker Bayonet Ring Grille Template Tools & Items • Drywall Saw • Measuring Tape • Stud Finder • Speaker Wire • Drill • Fish Tape • Pencil • Drill Bit ⅛” (3mm) • Spray Paint •...
  • Page 7: Speaker Placement

    Director Collection™ Manual Auxiliary Room (2 Speaker Placement) Ideally, the two speakers should be placed an equal distance from the lis- tener. If the room has a lower ceiling, 6’ (2m) the speakers can be closer together. Also, if the speaker placement is in- 3’...
  • Page 8: About Speaker Wire

    Director Collection™ Manual About Speaker Wire Use a two conductor wire that allows you to identify one conductor from the oth- er. This designation may be obvious or as subtle as a ridge on one conductor. It’s crucial that you keep track of which wire you use for positive (+) and negative (-).
  • Page 9: Wire Routing

    Director Collection™ Manual Wire Routing Plan how you’ll route the wire to the desired speaker location. There are several methods for routing the wire, and you may need to combine several of them. Behind the Baseboard Through Walls The wire can be routed behind the When running wires through a wall, be baseboard by cutting a groove out of sure to avoid all obstacles such as AC...
  • Page 10: Painting The Grille

    Director Collection™ Manual 2. Painting the Grille In some situations the speakers may look better if the color matched the walls, ceiling, or trim in the room. This can be accomplished by painting the grille. The grille must be painted with spray paint, and most hardware stores will mix a can of paint to match whatever color you need.
  • Page 11: Installing The Bayonet Ring

    Director Collection™ Manual plate, check the Specifications section for cutout sizes.) If you’re unsure on wheth- er there may be obstacles (such as pipes or wires) where you plan on installing the speaker, drill a ⅛ inch hole in the center of the circle, then put a bent coat hanger through the hole to feel around.
  • Page 12: Connecting The Wire

    Director Collection™ Manual 5. Connecting the Wire Push down to open the connector. Insert the wires into the connectors, making sure that the positive wire is being attached to the red connec- Connector tion and the negative wire is being attached to the black connection.
  • Page 13 Director Collection™ Manual STEP 2: The bayonet ring also features a metal lock to ensure the correct installation of the loudspeaker. Out of the box, the lock will be in its closed position. Open the lock tab to its unlocked position to remove the speaker from the ring. Once the speaker is installed, close the lock tab by pushing it back into place, flush with the perime- ter of the bayonet ring.
  • Page 14: Testing & Adjustments

    Director Collection™ Manual 7. Testing & Adjustments The woofer and tweeter can be pivoted to direct the sound towards the listening area. Or for a more diffused surround sound experience, the rear speakers can be aimed towards the wall. To aim the tweeter, gently apply pressure to the rim with your thumbs to pivot the tweeter.
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    Director Collection™ Manual Troubleshooting If you have a problem, try isolating it first. For example, if you’re playing a DVD and there is no sound, try replacing the DVD with an MP3 player to see if you get sound. If it does work, then the problem is with the television, DVD player, or the cables connecting them.
  • Page 16: Technical Assistance

    If you are considering returning the product, it’s required that you contact Origin Acoustics prior to any return attempts. This way we can determine if the issue can be resolved without returning the product, or if needed we can provide instructions and support for the return process.
  • Page 17: Warranty

    If the product is determined to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced at Origin Acoustics’ discretion. If the product must be replaced yet it is no longer manufactured, it will be replaced with a model of equal to or greater value that is the most similar to the original.
  • Page 18 • Accidental damage • Damage caused by abuse or misuse • Damage caused by attempted repairs/modifications by anyone other than Origin Acoustics or an authorized dealer • Damage caused by improper installation • Normal wear, maintenance, and environmental issues •...
  • Page 19: Return Process

    Before making any return attempts, it is required that you first contact Origin Acoustics. Return product to Origin Acoustics or your dealer, either in person or by mail. It’s preferable if the product is returned in the original packaging. If this isn’t possible, the customer is responsible for insuring the shipment for the full value of the product.
  • Page 20 Director Collection™ Manual NOTES...
  • Page 21 Director Collection™ Manual NOTES...
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