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Truly invisible in-wall or in-ceiling DML audiophile speakers, made especially for architects and sound integrators, turning any space into a 360-degrees acoustic chamber. HIDDEN ARX speakers feature the same high- end sound characteristics of our premium Designed EVO Sound System, but are specially designed to...
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Smart DSP amplifier. Bespoke sound systems based around HIDDEN ARX speakers produce a room-filling sound across a full frequency range, featuring high homogeneity of the sound field, which sounds amazing from...
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HIDDEN SOUND User Manual HIDDEN ARX speakers produce highly intelligible, pristine 360-degree sound, supported by external bass woofers. 360° Audio...
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HIDDEN SOUND User Manual Brilliant Sound for Interiors High quality combination of true invisibility and next generation acoustic technology, built to last. HIDDEN ARX stereo systems produce absolutely no listening fatigue, impress with the depth of emotions of high fidelity.
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HIDDEN SOUND User Manual Architectural & Integrated HIDDEN ARX sound sets can be completely incorporated into your architectural design, both the speakers and the subwoofers, cleverly utilizing a setup with multiple invisible speakers to deliver a concert-like perception of singer and instruments.
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HIDDEN SOUND User Manual Swiss, Smart and Sustainable Swiss quality, hand-crafted sound systems made in Serbia from sustainable materials with the EUR 1 certificate, changing the laws of physics. An only 4mm thin layer of sustainable, recycled audio board, held in ultra-...
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HIDDEN ARX is perfect for: HIDDEN ARX speakers are the first truly HIDDEN ARX speakers offer an enormous increase omnidirectional sound sources across a full of speech intelligibility in acoustically problematic frequency range, producing high homogeneity of spaces (offices, airports, sport arenas, churches the sound field and the same top-quality sound etc.).
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HIDDEN ARX SOUND SYSTEM Invisible Active digital stereo system, consisting of two Look, 25 mm thin Hi-Fi speakers in DML technology for installation in the plaster Incredible ceiling or plaster wall, driven by a compact Sound subwoofer with integrated Smart DSP amplifier.
HIDDEN SOUND User Manual Features HIDDEN ARX Sound System...
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DxWxH 440 x 320 x 23 mm Weight 880 gr 2x HIDDEN ARX Cube Unit Speaker 2 x 4 rubber pads 1 x HIDDEN EVO CUBE 2 x Audio 1 x BT 1 x External 1 x Power Size Subwoofer & DSP Amplifier...
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Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0 APTX Analog in via RCA connectors 4Ω, 8Ω, 16Ω Wireless connection of two systems in TWS mode Performance: HIDDEN Smart Processor: Built in DSP for optimal performance Power Peak Frequency Sensitivity 2.1 Digital Amplifier System (2 x 50 WRMS + 100 WRMS)
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HIDDEN SOUND User Manual Hidden ARX Speakers Measurements Directivity in Free the Field Directivity in the Wall Distortion Directivity graph for STS module in free field Directivity graph for STS module built in Black upper line - Fundamental harmonic; conditions measured at 1.5m. Directivity is plaster-board wall dimensions 6.8m x 3m,...
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CLOSED ACTIVE HIDDEN installation options SOUND BLUETOOTH SYSTEM: Two HIDDEN ARX speakers can be installed as active speakers, as part of the closed integrated HIDDEN SOUND ARX stereo system with the HIDDEN EVO subwoofer with built-in amplifier. With this installation option, HIDDEN SOUND delivers the speakers and subwoofers in a mode where the customer simply connects the wiring between the speakers and the subwoofers.
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HIDDEN SOUND SYSTEM HIDDEN ARX speakers can be installed in any number as HIDDEN ARX speakers can be installed as active speakers as part passive speakers as part of any other integrated sound system of a custom-made closed-loop active HIDDEN SOUND integrated...
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SMART HOUSE SYSTEMS from independent SOUND INTEGRATORS HIDDEN ARX speakers can be driven as active speakers as part Or even better: We base the entire sound integration on an of an industry standard SMART HOUSE SOUND SYSTEM and/or open-source controlled Wi-Fi router. For this solution we use a through an open-source controlled Wi-Fi router.
Carefully inspect each item to ensure that nothing is missing or damaged. If any part is missing or damaged, contact Hidden Sound or your authorized distributor. Please retain all packing materials in the event you need to re-ship the product in the future.
HIDDEN SOUND User Manual Before Before Please read this user manual entirely To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do before you start, and keep these not use or install this product near water. Do not Installation You Start instructions for future reference.
HIDDEN SOUND User Manual Tools and Materials HIDDEN SOUND ARX loudspeakers and Tools: Stud finder sound systems are best installed by Level professionals, but our User Manual Sharp pencil (and optional masking tape) for is designed to guide even DIY sound marking the location of installation enthusiasts’...
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Step 1 Preparation Finding the Next pages will help you get an idea The HIDDEN SOUND ARX sound system completely overcomes perfect spot of where and how you can install our the limitations of conventional speakers, providing more speakers in order to make the most flexibility when it comes to deciding its location of both of it.
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HIDDEN SOUND User Manual Step 1 Cable Run Once you have chosen the perfect spot for your new speakers, make sure to double check the area for any obstacles such as supporting joists/studs, electrical wiring, water pipes and gas pipes that might interfere with the speaker.
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HIDDEN SOUND User Manual Step 1 Drywall /Ceiling Surface a) Using a level, center the module at b) Using a drywall saw (or optionally c) Remove the drywall cut out and, preparation each desired mounting location. Hold power drill with appropriate drill bit),...
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HIDDEN SOUND User Manual Step 2 Mounting a) Using a screw, gently screw in b) Take the four protective rubber c) Place the supplied MDF fixing plates to make a small preparation hole pads from the package, peel off one by one at each inside corner of the...
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HIDDEN SOUND User Manual Step 2 Mounting d) Carefully pull out the audio cable e) Place the loudspeaker carefully through the opening in the wall, inside the opening and ensure that it allowing enough length for the leans evenly against the MDF plates installation.
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HIDDEN SOUND User Manual Step 3 Final touches a) Cover the seams around the b) Using a wide putty knife, spread c) Let it dry, lightly sand it with a loudspeaker with strips of adhesive a smooth coat of joint compound sanding block, and repeat the mesh tape.
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HIDDEN SOUND User Manual Step 3 Final touches Cont. d) Once the area is smooth e) You can’t see anything on the and prepared, optionally apply photo below? Exactly! Turn up the appropriate primer for the type of volume and enjoy! paint you will use.
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Certificates Speakers and App Designed in Switzerland / Made in Serbia / EUR 1 Our visible speakers Hidden ECO and Hidden EVO are often added to invisible Hidden ARX speakers in architectural projects, as businesses such as co-working offices, hotels, restaurants, cafes, transportation hubs (airports, train stations etc.) and private villas...
HIDDEN SOUND User Manual Warranty HIDDEN ARX Sound System Policy...
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Warranty Structure Warranty Scope & Eligibility HIDDEN ECO and HIDDEN EVO sets, as well as single parts of it, are covered with a limited warranty against manufacturing defects for a period of two years (24 months), starting on the day the set is received by the customer.
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(until the resolution is solved, warranty will be voided) • Additionally, please note that any forms of harassment or aggression towards HIDDEN SOUND staff or HIDDEN SOUND certified technicians will not be tolerated and may result in your warranty being voided...
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Contact us to identify the location center nearest to you. • To be clear, if your HIDDEN SOUND product faces a manufacturing defect after 30 days HIDDEN SOUND will not replace it with a new unit.
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User Manual Owner’s Responsibility: Disclaimer: As a purchaser and owner of a HIDDEN SOUND product, we kindly ask that Important to note, if the accessory or set is used within all customers do their reasonable and standard due diligence before...
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Hearing is Believing! Don’t forget to tag us using #myfirsthiddensound. HIDDEN loves to capture the first moment Your best selfies listening to HIDDEN SOUND will be featured when music lovers hear our SOUND. on our social media channels.
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Designed By Sound™ HIDDEN creates SOUND the HIDDEN SOUND GMBH way Nikola Tesla described it Arosastrasse 16, best: “If you wish to understand 8008 Zurich, Switzerland the universe, think of energy, sales@hiddensound.ch frequency and vibration.” www.hiddensound.ch...
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Loudspeaker for drywall and -ceiling build-in, and one HIDDEN EVO Subwoofer with built-in Digital Amplifier. Separately, you can buy a kit containing only one passive HIDDEN ARX invisible DML Loudspeakers for drywall -ceiling build-in. Find Product Information; Terms and Conditions; Warranty Policy: Shipping &...
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