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In-Ceiling Loudspeaker
Installation Guide
NHT iC3 ARC In-Ceiling Loudspeaker Installation Guide
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Installation: New Construction (ceilings not installed – you see ceiling joists when you look up) Installation: Existing Construction (retrofitting finished ceilings) Painting In Use Optimizing Sonic Performance Maintenance Service & Support & Troubleshooting Professional Specifications NHT iC3 ARC In-Ceiling Loudspeaker Installation Guide... -
Page 2: Introduction
One last word of advice - It is up to you to insure that the installer (NHT referred or not) 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.). -
Page 3: Placement
– the speaker’s frame is rigid and will not flex! For the best stereo effect, position the speakers so that they are equidistant from the most likely listening area. If the NHT in-ceiling speakers are going to serve as rear (surround or back) channels in a home theater system, make sure to install them toward the “rear”... -
Page 4: Getting Wired
Each box will contain a mounting sys- tem for one speaker, which includes: iCB6 Mounting Bracket Aluminum Mounting Wings Screws () iCB6 Mounting Bracket (2) Aluminum Mounting Wings (4) 5 x 50mm flathead wood/metal screws NHT iC3 ARC In-Ceiling Loudspeaker Installation Guide... - Page 5 2. The wings feature progressively scored sections (”, ”, 2”, 2”, 2”, 3”, 3”) with screw holes spaced in one-inch increments to help you align the bracket. The iCB6 pre-construction bracket has NHT logos on one side - this side should be oriented away from the drywall –...
- Page 6 (and mounting bracket) when you start to tighten the 4 mounting screws (fig.4). Begin this phase by being sure the dog-legs are rotated sideways (like the speaker came packed) so that the body of the speaker assembly can slide through the mounting brack- et. Exercise caution not to damage the drivers themselves. NHT iC3 ARC In-Ceiling Loudspeaker Installation Guide...
- Page 7 It’s called “scrim cloth” and helps hide the speaker’s silhouette from showing through the grill. Do not remove this scrim under penalty of law! NHT iC3 ARC In-Ceiling Loudspeaker Installation Guide...
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Page 8: Installation: Existing Construction (Retrofitting Finished Ceilings)
3. If no obstructions are found above the ceiling, use the supplied cutout template and a pencil to draw an outline of the area to be cut out. Make sure you are using the right template. Begin by drilling a hole on the inside of the circle with a /4” bit, then cut the NHT iC3 ARC In-Ceiling Loudspeaker Installation Guide... -
Page 9: Painting
In Use The NHT in-ceiling speakers are designed to handle a wide range of listening levels, but every speaker has limits. It is important to use common sense and listen for signs of possible distress from the speakers – here are some pointers to remember: - Noticeable distortion or harsh breakup is an indication that the amplifier or your speakers are running beyond their capacity, and the volume should be decreased ASAP. -
Page 10: Optimizing Sonic Performance
Do not attempt to clean the actual drivers (speakers) themselves. You may clean the grill after removal with a citrus-based cleaner to cut a greasy film otherwise a mild detergent will clean the speaker up nicely. Avoid harsh cleaners. Let dry completely. NHT iC3 ARC In-Ceiling Loudspeaker Installation Guide... -
Page 11: Service & Support & Troubleshooting
Service & Support & Troubleshooting Contact the NHT Authorized Reseller who sold you the products or, Contact NHT by telephone go online at www.nhthifi.com and navigate to the Service Center area for more information. Professional Specifications Average Impedance 8Ω Recommended Power 0-25W Max RMS Power Handling 25W Coverage to 60˚off-axis...