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Origin Acoustics DSUB6X2 Installation Manual

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DSUB6X2
SUBWOOFER FOR DIRECTOR 5", 6", 8" SPEAKER SERIES
INSTALLATION MANUAL

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  • Page 1 DSUB6X2 SUBWOOFER FOR DIRECTOR 5”, 6”, 8” SPEAKER SERIES INSTALLATION MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    MOS36SUB INSTALLATION USER MANUAL Table of Contents 1. Introduction 2. DSUB6X2 Specifications 3. What’s Included 4. Required Tools 5. DSUB6X2 Accessory Kit Overview 6. Typical Parts Order 7. DSUB6X2 Mounting Steps 8. Example 8 Ohm Wiring Configuration 9. Troubleshooting 10. Technical Assistance 11.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    DSUB6X2 INSTALLATION USER MANUAL 1. Introduction Thank you for choosing the Origin DUB6X2 Subwoofer, built to enhance the listening experince of our Director Collection™ 5”, 6” or 8” Series Speakers. The 5” grille options blend into the ceiling seamlessly, alongside the 5” Director Speaker grilles, for that sophisticated uniform look to match designer lighting.

  • Page 4: Dsub6X2 Specifications

    DSUB6X2 INSTALLATION USER MANUAL 2. DSUB6X2 Subwoofer Specifications Fits 5” and 6” or 8” Director Series Speaker Griles. MODEL DSUB6X2 PART DSUB6X200 Height 7'' (177 mm) Width 14'' (356 mm) Length 22'' (559 mm) Weight 29.5lbs (13.4kg) SPECIFICATIONS DSUB6X2 System Type...

  • Page 5: What's Included

    DSUB6X2 INSTALLATION USER MANUAL 3. What’s Included MINIMAL OPENING COLLECTION DSUB6X2 • MINIMAL OPENING IN-CEILING SUBWOOFER MODEL DSUB6X2 PART DSUB6X200 Height 7'' (177 mm) Width 14'' (355 mm) Length 22'' (558 mm) Director Collection Weight 28.6lbs (13kg) 21.97in D50 Series & DSUB6X2 Subwoofer 558.00mm...

  • Page 6: Dsub6X2 Accessory Kit Overview

    Exit flange DSUB6X2 INSTALLATION USER MANUAL Exit flange Grille (round) Grille (square) Flush mount adapter (square) Exit flange 5. Accessories Kit Overview Flush mount adapter (round) Flush mount adapter (square) Flush mount adapter (round) Flush mount adapter (square) A. SPACERS B.

  • Page 7: Typical Parts Order

    DSUB6X2 INSTALLATION USER MANUAL 6. Typical Parts Order 5” ROUND GRILLE 5” SQUARE GRILLE SPACERS [A] SPACERS [A] 5” EXIT FLANGE [B1] Origin Acoustics Origin Acoustics 5” EXIT FLANGE [B1] DSUB6X2 rings DSUB6X2 rings 6975 S Decatur Blvd 6975 S Decatur Blvd...

  • Page 8: Dsub6X2 Mounting Steps

    (Drywall screws not included). AT LEAST 6'' APART These temporary holders will help you hold up the DSUB6X2. and make the speaker mount flush to the future drywall. Using a level, check that your temporary holders are evenly level, adjusting as needed.
  • Page 9 DSUB6X2 INSTALLATION USER MANUAL B. Adjust the rails, as neccessary, to fit ceiling joists. Place MOS36SUB in desired final location. Ensure the rail ends are turned outwards. Then, using a Phillips screwdriver, loosen the screws on each side of the system rails, and extend them so they reach the ceiling joists.
  • Page 10 DSUB6X2 INSTALLATION USER MANUAL C. Securely fix the rail brackets to the joists. Use a drill and drywall screws* to secure the rail brackets to the joists. Ensure each the screws on each side of the rails are evenly inserted, for a level positioning.
  • Page 11 DSUB6X2 INSTALLATION USER MANUAL E. Ensure the face of the speaker is plumb with the joists. F. Speake wire connection: To connect the speaker wire, strip approximately 3/8’’ (10mm) of the insulation off each wire, and to avoid stray strands, twist them at the end. To connect the ceiling speaker wire to the Terminal Connector on the Subwoofer module, push down on each connector, and insert each wire into the opening with the correct polarity.
  • Page 12 DSUB6X2 INSTALLATION USER MANUAL G. Ceiling Cut-Out Steps Use the provided cut-out template to mark the cut-out for the Port Tube Exit on the drywall/ surface material. Trace along the inside of the Cut-Out Template, then use a keyhole or drywall...
  • Page 13 DSUB6X2 INSTALLATION USER MANUAL H. Installation Steps for 5” Director Grille (GR5/GR5SQ) If using a GR5 or GR5SQ GRILLE: • First, attach the necessary number of spacers, according to the ceiling thickness, so that the Port Tube Exit can reach the edge of the drywall/ sheetrock of the ceiling.
  • Page 14 DSUB6X2 INSTALLATION USER MANUAL I. Installation Steps for 6/8” Director Grille (GR68/GR68SQ) If using a GR68 or GR68SQ GRILLE: • First, attach the necessary number of spacers, according to the ceiling thickness, so that the Port Tube Exit can reach the edge of the drywall/ sheetrock of the ceiling.
  • Page 15 DSUB6X2 INSTALLATION USER MANUAL • If using the 6/8” SQUARE GRILLE ADAPTER, ENSURE THAT THE ROTATION IS AILING TO SURROUNDING SQUARE GRILLES, OR THE WALL.
  • Page 16 J. Testing the Subwoofer It is best to test the unit, before plaster work is performed. Securely connect the wires from the DSUB6X2 to the amp, for a sound test. K. Adding the Grille To complete the installation, attach the corresponding magnetic 5’” or 6/8” Round or Square Grille of your choice.
  • Page 17 DSUB6X2 INSTALLATION USER MANUAL L. Final Overview Origin Acoustics DSUB6X2 rings 6975 S Decatur Blvd Suite 140 Las Vegas, NV 89118 SCALE:1:1 844-ORIGIN1 (674-4461) O R I G I N www.originacoustics.com ® A C O U S T I C S...

  • Page 18: Example 8 Ohm Wiring Configuration

    DSUB6X2 INSTALLATION USER MANUAL 8. Example 8 Ohm Wiring Configuration EXAMPLE CONFIGURATION: 1 x DSUB6X2 Subwoofer 4 x Director Speakers 1 x DSP60.8 Amplifier 2 Conductor Wire QUICK START GUIDE Origin PRO ProA125.4 & ProA250.4 Amplifiers (8 Channel) Carton Contents •...

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    DSUB6X2 INSTALLATION USER MANUAL 9. Troubleshooting If possible, it’s often good to try to isolate the problem first. For example, if you’re playing a DVD on a television and there’s no sound, try connecting an MP3 player to the system to see if that works. If it does work, then the problem is with the television, DVD player, or the cables connecting them.

  • Page 20: 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 21: Warranty Coverage - 5 Year Limited Warranty

    11. Warranty Coverage - 5 Year Limited Warranty Origin Acoustics warrants to the original retail purchaser only that for a period of Five (5) years from the original date of purchase. This Origin Acoustics product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship, provided the speaker was purchased from an Origin Acoustics authorized dealer.

  • Page 22: 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 23 DSUB6X2 INSTALLATION USER MANUAL NOTES...
  • Page 24 01-21-25 6975 S Decatur Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89118 • www.originacoustics.com • 844-674-4461 ©2025 Origin Acoustics. All copyrighted, trademarked and patented elements mentioned herein are the sole property of Origin Acoustics.

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