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In-wall loudspeaker User-Guide wafer1-iw ™ Serial No Builder wafer2-iw ™...
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This document should not be construed as a commitment on the part of PMC. The information it contains is subject to change without notice. PMC assumes no responsibility for errors that may appear within this document. CE Conformity PMC passive loudspeakers conform to CE Directive LVD 73/23/EEC and EMC 89/336/EEC...
PMC s award-winning professional monitoring heritage in a slim and elegant design, ideally suited to match modern d cor and lifestyles. PMC products are to be found in every demanding environment, from broadcast and major film scoring to CD and DVD mastering. No other manufacturer can rival the accumulated technical knowledge and high level of engineering excellence PMC has developed over many years at the peak of professional monitoring.
A spin-off from the lack of distortion is that the upper bass and midrange is not masked by harmonic distortion residing in the very low frequencies. The result is PMC’s characteristic transparent midrange and fast, attacking bass notes, all with outstanding clarity.
Our Attention to Detail All PMC loudspeakers are hand-built in the U.K. using individual components that are matched to our reference model; this includes the structural integrity of every cabinet and the testing and recording of each component. This guarantees it will be within our strict tolerances and ensures your purchase sounds identical to the original design.
PMC has made efforts to provide accurate installation information and good quality fixings, PMC Ltd / PMC USA LLC cannot be held responsible or liable for injuries or property damage - direct, indirect or consequential - arising out of use or inability to use this product safely and properly.
Unpacking Please retain your packaging for future use as all PMC cartons are durable, reusable and can be employed to safely transport your loudspeakers should they be relocated. Much of the packing is constructed from recyclable materials, so if you are to dispose of it please do so in an environmentally friendly manner.
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™ series installation examples Mixing and matching any of ™ the wafer series and PMC s consumer range creates a supreme and unbeatable surround system. See page 22 ™ wafer-iw Loudspeaker User-Guide...
HF- position. “ Conversely a very heavily furnished absorbent room or if the wafer-iw is placed behind a perforated projector screen may need a small high frequency boost to improve definition.
Control - TT Technology Perfect response in either horizontal or vertical placement. The wafer-iw “ has a number of innovative features that will further enhance the quality of sound so it can be sited where it is convenient and most pleasing to the eye.
“ both tweeters to tilt the direction of the sound - a perfect solution if the wafer-iw is placed much higher or lower than the listening position. It can also come into play in some large environments when ceiling mounted.
This detrimental effect is best compared with cupping your hands around your mouth whilst speaking. PMC s acoustic specialists have developed a unique, structured, absorbent surface that prevents these unwanted ™...
Wall/Ceiling installation of the wafer-iw ™ Safety instructions Instructions detailed in this manual assumes the installer has the required skill and knowledge of the tools, local building and fire regulations and is aware of the environment within which the speakers will be installed. If in doubt, consult a qualified professional.
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Do this operation gently. PMC has made efforts to provide accurate installation information and good quality fixings, PMC Ltd / PMC USA LLC cannot be held responsible or liable for injuries or property damage - direct, indirect or consequential - arising out of use or inability to use this product safely and properly.
Installation examples Depending on the direction of the woodwork e.g. beams or joists that form the ceiling “ structure, it will be necessary to orientate the wafer-iw in the following manor to ensure the highest quality response. These diagrams are a view from the floor looking directly up at the ceiling.
Shading denotes functioning drivers “ If the wafer-iw’s have been installed within the ceiling of a large room or the listening position is more than 20 feet away; experiment with those distant speakers using the beam-up function. If the acoustics of the room allow, the image will be more obvious in this setting.
Both the bezel & grille can be repainted to match the desired interior scheme. When painting ensure the paint is applied as a thin coat and does not reduce the pore size of the grille. Failure to do so will inhibit the performance of the wafer-iw “...
PMC dealer/distributor. If you do not have a local representative please see www.pmc-speakers.com and click on distribution. Important Note: Please do not return any products to PMC directly without first contacting our support department and obtaining a Return Authorisation Number. ™...
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Spring lug protrudes 25mm/1" from the cabinet side Frame Dimensions Height 550mm - (21.65") Width 285mm - (11.22") www.pmc-speakers.com www.pmc-speakers.com Spring Spring Spring Spring lug bolt lug bolt lug bolt lug bolt Suggested cutout Suggested cutout ™ wafer-iw Loudspeaker User-Guide...
Suggested Associate Loudspeakers PMC manufacture a large selection of loudspeakers and sub-woofers to meet a range of budgets and uses, from compact, audiophile designs to large studio monitors. The following products make ideal companions to create an unbeatable surround system.
Inspection Certificate Every component that appears in a PMC product is measured, tested, matched and recorded by hand. This analysis also applies to the final product with the addition of the ultimate test of the human ear. We simply listen to every product we make to ensure you receive an identical replica of the reference model.
Type of product Serial Nos Date of purchase Dealers Name Address Town County Postcode Dealers Telephone No PMC LIMITED 43-45 Crawley Green Road Luton LU2 0AA UK T +44 (0) 870 4441044 F +44 (0) 870 4441045 ™ wafer-iw Loudspeaker User-Guide...
Serial Nos Date of purchase Your name Address Town County Zip/Postcode Dealers Name PMC Limited 43-45 Crawley Green Road Luton UK LU2 0AA T (0)870 4441044 F (0)870 4441045 Help us improve our products see over ™ wafer-iw Loudspeaker User-Guide...
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Is there a product/finish missing from our range? If so, what would it be? If you wish to write your very own review of your PMC product, please attach it with the guarantee certificate - CD/Floppy/Hard copy. We will include as many as we can on our website page - Clients Reviews.
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PMC LIMITED 43-45 CRAWLEY GREEN ROAD LUTON LU2 0AA UK T +44 00 (0)870 4441044 F +44 00 (0)870 4441045 email sales@promonitor.co.uk web www.pmc-speakers.com PMC USA LLC 17932 SKY PARK CIRCLE DR., SUITE A IRVINE, CA 92614 T 949-861-3350 F 949-861-3352...
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