NHT CS-6.1 Ci User Manual

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Thank you for your purchase of the NHT CS-6.1 Ci or CS-6.3 Ci in-ceiling loudspeaker. Please take a few minutes to read
through this Owner's Manual prior to installing your new speakers. The information provided will help you to obtain maxi-
mum performance from your audio system. If you have questions or need assistance at any time during the installation or
operation of your new speakers, please call your NHT Dealer or our Toll-Free Customer Hotline at:
Specifications
System Type:
Driver Complement:
Crossover:
Response:
Sensitivity:
Impedance:
Recommended Power:
Inputs:
Weight:
Cutout Diameter:
Bezel Diameter:
Depth behind wall:
Finish:
Specifications are subject to change without notice, in accordance with our policy of continuously upgrading the performance of our products.
Design
NHT loudspeakers are designed to deliver refined, musical sound from attractive and affordable packages. Our efforts are
guided by the study of human hearing and are optimized for real-world use. Every NHT speaker undergoes rigorous
testing and quality control at the factory to ensure you years of listening pleasure.
The CS-6.1 Ci and CS-6.3 Ci are designed to deliver the sonics and value of NHT's acclaimed freestanding speakers, while
offering the invisibility of in-ceiling installation. The drive units are custom-designed to achieve a level of performance not
normally associated with in-ceiling speakers, while its intuitive mounting system makes it ideal for new or existing
construction. The CS-6.1 Ci features one coaxially mounted tweeter, while the CS-6.3 Ci employs NHT's innovative three-
tweeter array for more even sound dispersion to a wider range of listening areas.
Caution: The CS-6.1 Ci and CS-6.3 Ci should be installed by an experienced and licensed custom installation profes-
sional. Be sure that the installer possesses sufficient skill, the proper tools, knowledge of local fire and building codes, and
a familiarity with the structure of the building (especially wall and/or ceiling materials, layouts, electrical and plumbing lines,
etc.).
Placement
The CS-6.1 Ci and CS-6.3 Ci are designed for in-ceiling installation between standard 2" wood joists. Their moisture-resis-
tant drive units allow them to be installed in moisture-prone interior environments such as bathrooms, indoor swimming
pool and sauna rooms. Outdoor use is not recommended.
Spend some time considering placement prior to installing the speakers. Once they are installed, they are permanent, so
their location should be selected carefully. When possible, locate the speakers at least 3 feet from adjacent side walls.
The speakers should be mounted on a flat surface to ensure a good seal between the baffle and the mounting surface.
When possible, position the speakers so that they are equidistant from the most likely listening area. If the CS-6.1 Ci or
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CS-6.1 Ci
2-way in-ceiling design
6.5" long-throw polypropylene woofer and
1" soft dome tweeter, coaxially mounted
2.2KHz, 18dB/octave high-pass
and 12dB/octave low-pass
69Hz - 20KHz, +/-3dB
86.5dB (2.83V at 1M)
8 ohms nominal
10W/ch minimum, 100W/ch maximum
Spring clips
4.6 lbs. each
8-13/16" (without PCB: 8-1/2")
9-11/16"
4-13/16"
Matte white (paintable)
CS-6.3 Ci
2-way in-ceiling design
6.5" long-throw polypropylene woofer and
3 x 1" soft dome three-tweeter array
2.2KHz, 18dB/octave high-pass
and 12dB/octave low-pass
66Hz - 20KHz, +/-3dB
86.5dB (2.83V at 1M)
8 ohms nominal
10W/ch minimum, 100W/ch maximum
Professional grade spring posts
5 lbs. each
8-13/16" (without PCB: 8-1/2")
9-11/16"
4-13/16"
Matte white (paintable)

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  • Page 1 Thank you for your purchase of the NHT CS-6.1 Ci or CS-6.3 Ci in-ceiling loudspeaker. Please take a few minutes to read through this Owner's Manual prior to installing your new speakers. The information provided will help you to obtain maxi- mum performance from your audio system.
  • Page 2: Tools Needed

    2. When drilling holes through wall studs or ceiling joists, use a drill bit that is at least as wide as the speaker cable that will be routed through them.
  • Page 3 1/2 inch beyond the perimeter of the cutout to hide minor imperfections in the cutout (fig.3). 5. After the drywall is complete, connect the speaker cable to the spring clips (CS-6.1 Ci) or spring posts (CS-6.3 Ci) on the back of the bezel, making sure to observe correct polarity (see “Connections”).
  • Page 4: Installation: Existing Construction (Retrofitting Finished Ceilings)

    5. To mount the CS-6.1 Ci or CS-6.3 Ci into an existing ceiling, the use of a mounting bracket is optional. 6. Connect the speaker cable to the spring clips (CS-6.1 Ci) or spring posts (CS-6.3 Ci) on the back of the bezel, making sure to observe correct polarity (see “Connections”).
  • Page 5: Operation

    Painting The bezel frame and grille of the CS-6.1 Ci and CS-6.3 Ci are finished in a matte white powder-coated finish that may be painted to match the ceiling. The frame and grille may be painted either before or after the speaker is installed. Keep in mind that the grille contains hundreds of tiny holes that are essential to the sound of the speaker.
  • Page 6: In Ceiling Loudspeakers

     CS-6.1 Ci and CS-6.3 Ci In Ceiling Loudspeakers OWNER’S MANUAL Now Hear This 535 Getty Court Benicia, CA 94510 800-NHT-9993...
  • Page 7: Limited Warranty

    NHT without charge to you for parts or actual repair work.
  • Page 8 Tech Tips: Placement For best results, position the CS-6.1 Ci and CS-6.3 Ci 20 to 30 degrees off-axis from the listening position. The polar plots below indicate smoother frequency response from these areas. -170 -160 -150 -140 -130 -120 -110...

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