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Distributed Design Series™
Coaxial Ceiling Loudspeakers
Installation and Operation Manual
D10
Model
D4LP
D4
D5
D6 & D6-B
D8
D10
D10SUB
High-Fidelity
Driver Diameter
4.5"
114.3 mm
4.5"
114.3 mm
5.0"
127 mm
6.5"
165.1 mm
8.0"
203.2 mm
10.0"
254.0 mm
10.0"
254.0 mm
Description
full-range, low profile
full-range
full-range
full-range
full-range
full-range
subwoofer
D10SUB
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- Page 1 Distributed Design Series™ High-Fidelity Coaxial Ceiling Loudspeakers Installation and Operation Manual D10SUB Model Driver Diameter Description D4LP 4.5" 114.3 mm full-range, low profile 4.5" 114.3 mm full-range 5.0" 127 mm full-range D6 & D6-B 6.5" 165.1 mm full-range 8.0" 203.2 mm full-range 10.0"...
- Page 2 "step" in their face you made the right choice. where the grille is attached, and the low-frequency The Distributed Design Series is built to satisfy driver is rear-mounted behind the grille plate. safety agency standards, with quality assured Such designs produce unwanted reflections and by Community’s long history of building high-...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this manual was complete and accurate at the time of printing. However, due to ongoing technical advances, changes or modifications may have occurred that are not covered in this publication. The latest version of this manual and the most recent product information published by Community is always available at: http://www communitypro com Community Distributed Design Series... - Page 4 Figure 34. Setting Loudspeaker Tap ......30 Community Distributed Design Series Installation and Operation Manual...
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Page 5: Important Safety Instructions
If you have any questions or do not understand the meaning of these terms, do not proceed with installation. Contact your local dealer, distributor, or call Community directly for assistance. These terms are defined as follows: CAUTION: describes an operating condition or user action that may expose the equipment or user to potential damage or danger. -
Page 6: L'information De Sûreté Importante
Si vous avez des questions ou ne comprenez pas la signification de ces termes, ne procédez pas à l’installation. Contactez votre detaillant, distributeur, ou Community directement pour assistance. Les termes sont définies ci-dessous: ATTENTION : décrit condition fonctionnement ou une action d’utilisateur qui peuvent exposer l’équipement ou l’utilisateur... -
Page 7: Ec Statement Of Conformity
Your Community dealer and the factory will try to help in any way they can, but it is the responsibility of the party receiving the shipment to file the damage claim. -
Page 8: Option 1: Full Ceiling Loudspeaker Assembly
Paint Masks Flat screwdriver Figure 1 Full Ceiling Loudspeaker assembly package contents (typical) Note: These illustrations are typical. The actual parts appearance differs among the various models in this series. Community Distributed Design Series Installation and Operation Manual Page 8... -
Page 9: Option 2: Face Only
• Paint Masks (Qty 2) • Cut-out template (can-sized) (Qty 1) Loudspeakers Grilles Paint Masks Cut-out Template Flat screwdriver Figure 2 Face Only package contents (typical) Community Distributed Design Series Installation and Operation Manual Page 9... -
Page 10: Option 3: Back Can
• Flat screwdriver (Qty 1) (for screws, connectors and to help remove the grille) Back Cans C-Ring Support Plates Tile Support Bridge Rails Cut-out Template Flat screwdriver Figure 3 Back Can package contents (typical) Community Distributed Design Series Installation and Operation Manual Page 10... -
Page 11: Optional Accessories
Distributed Design loudspeaker drywall typically is cut with a router-type tool or assembly with its Community back can in a laser guided cutter in which case the bracket hole larger non-Community back can or to mount the will serve as a cutout guide. -
Page 12: Specifications
Specifications Community Distributed Design Series Installation and Operation Manual Page 12... -
Page 13: Safety Agency Compliance
For protection against electrical shock and to meet the requirements of the UL2043 standard, the speaker assembly must be installed in the appropriate Listed Community Distributed Design Series Back Box or similar UL1480/UL2043 Listed enclosure. Minimum dimensions for the enclosure for each... -
Page 14: Figure 5 D45-Bc Back Can Dimensions
D4 and D4LP as these models differ only Figure 6 D4-FO Loudspeaker dimensions with respect to their back cans. 3.293" (83.7) .442" (11.2) Ø8.386" (213) Ø9.768" (248.1) Community Distributed Design Series Installation and Operation Manual Page 14... -
Page 15: Figure 8. D5-Fo Loudspeaker Dimensions
Ø8.386" (213) Ø10.797" (274.2) Ø9.768" (248.1) Figure 10 D6-FO Loudspeaker dimensions Note: The D5-FO uses the same D45-BC back can as the D4-FO. 4.677" (118.8) .462" (11.7) Ø9.881" (251) Ø11.24" (285.5) Community Distributed Design Series Installation and Operation Manual Page 15... -
Page 16: Figure 11. D8-Bc Back Can Dimensions
Ø12.769" (324.3) Ø14.611" (371.1) Figure 12 D8-FO Loudspeaker dimensions Figure 14 D10-FO Loudspeaker dimensions 7.157" (181.8) 6.067" (154.1) .473" (12) .523" (13.3) Ø13.819" (351) Ø11.85" (301) Ø15.197" (386) Ø13.209" (335.5) Community Distributed Design Series Installation and Operation Manual Page 16... -
Page 17: Figure 15. D10Sub-Fo Loudspeaker Dimensions
7.886" (200.3) .523" (13.3) Ø13.819" (351) Ø15.197" (386) Figure 17 Can adapter / trim ring detail Note: The D10SUB-FO loudspeaker uses the same D10-BC back can as the D10-FO loudspeaker. Community Distributed Design Series Installation and Operation Manual Page 17... -
Page 18: Component Identification
Dog screw alignment slot input connector (4 typical) Used to align on circuit board Phillips-head can-locking face in proper location clamp actuator (4) when installing back can Figure 18. Component part identification (1) Community Distributed Design Series Installation and Operation Manual Page 18... -
Page 19: Figure 19. Component Part Identification (2)
Mounting screw holes on optional face adapter ring (left) and optional can adapter/trim ring (right) Figure 19. Component part identification (2) Community Distributed Design Series Installation and Operation Manual Page 19... -
Page 20: Wiring
The terminal block in the loudspeakers. The directions include assistance can’s outer recess has two (+) connections and to those installers using a complete Community two (-) connections. If you’re only connecting one package of loudspeakers and accessories, (dual conductor) cable, you can use either (+) and including the back cans, grilles, and tile rails. -
Page 21: Figure 21 Internal Wiring Between Can Terminal Block And Loudspeaker
The selection of appropriate electrical hardware to interface with the Distributed Design Series loudspeaker lies solely with the installation professional. Community recommends that an appropriately licensed engineer, electrician, or other professional identify and select the appropriate conduit, fittings, wire, etc. -
Page 22: Installation Of Conduit To The Back Can
3. Insert appropriate fittings and tighten 1. All Distributed Design Series loudspeaker sufficiently for wire path concealment and strain back cans have dual-diameter knockout strain relief, in accordance with applicable codes. relief fittings on each side. These fittings each measure: 4. -
Page 23: Installing The Back Can In The Ceiling
It is beyond the scope of this manual to provide guidance in this area. Community does, however, offer our Forecaster ceiling system software to assist you in distributed loudspeaker system design. -
Page 24: Figure 26. Drop-Stop™ Tabs (Highlighted) Snap Out Over C-Ring Support
C-Ring. Community Distributed Design Series Installation and Operation Manual Page 24... -
Page 25: Dry-Wall Ceiling Installation
Dry-Wall Ceiling Installation There are four basic ways to install a Community Distributed Series loudspeaker assembly into a drywall ceiling (a.k.a. sheet rock or gypsum board). Some are for new construction, others for retrofit to existing construction. We recommend some methods over others and of course the Figure 28 New installation in an existing choice is yours. -
Page 26: Details For Pre-Installation In A New Drywall Ceiling
(refer to Figure 27 on page 24). typically is cut with a router-type tool, in which The back cans leave the Community factory with case the bracket central hole will serve as a these clamps fully open (so that approximately cutout guide for the router bit. -
Page 27: Painting The Loudspeaker
Note: The paint masks provided by Community are assembly. Avoid using a roller or brush to paint the intended to PREVENT the loudspeakers from receiving grille as its metal perforated holes may become any paint. -
Page 28: Secure The Loudspeaker Into The Back Can
Note: Some codes now require that the grille have a safety front of the loudspeaker). cable; your local codes may vary. In any case, Community makes it easy to comply with an included security cable system, as detailed in Steps 4 through 6. -
Page 29: Figure 33 Grille Safety Clip And Line (Left) Should Look Like This (Right) When Attached
Use the metal loudspeaker baffle. clip to link these two mono filament loops. See Figure 33. Figure 33 Grille safety clip and line (left) should look like this (right) when attached Community Distributed Design Series Installation and Operation Manual Page 29... -
Page 30: Loudspeaker Tap Setting
Face-mounted, screwdriver-adjustable Enhanced detail of typical adjustor dial loudspeaker power / voltage setting dial (Available settings vary with model ) Figure 34 Setting Loudspeaker Tap Community Distributed Design Series Installation and Operation Manual Page 30... -
Page 31: Warranty Information And Service
Warranty Information and Service NOTES TRANSFERABLE WARRANTY "(LIMITED)" - VALID IN THE USA ONLY The Distributed Design Ceiling Loudspeaker Systems are designed and backed by Community Professional Loudspeakers. For complete warranty information within the USA please refer to the Warranty Card enclosed with the product, or the website: www.communitypro.com/warranty. - Page 32 Community Professional Loudspeakers 333 East Fifth Street, Chester, PA 19013-4511 USA Tel: (610) 876-3400 • Fax: (610)874-0190 communitypro.com © 2014 All Rights Reserved 7JAN2014...
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