Phase Technology ci-surr Installation Instruction

T E C H N O L O G Y

CI-SURR

Install instructions for CI rectangular flush mounts models:

CI-SURR

Install instructions for CI rectangular flush mounts models:

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Thank you for purchasing Phase Technology CI Custom

Installation speakers. This eighth generation of high

performance in-wall models features the same superb

sonic performance as our acclaimed PC-Series cabinet

speakers in addition to great flexibility and easy installa-

tion, thanks to Phase Tech’s patented QuickMount™

tool-free clamping system. All CI-Series speakers include

self-resetting solid-state PTC protection circuits. This

unique system is able to detect when the speaker is being

over-driven and lowers the speaker volume until the

problem is corrected. The PTC device then resets itself for

normal operation. Other features include liquid-cooled

tweeters for greater power handling, moisture-resistant

materials in all of the critical speaker components, galva-

nized steel speaker grilles and stainless steel hardware

for improved corrosion resistance, tweeter level controls,

and flexible configurations for Bi-Pole/Di-Pole or one point

stereo operation.

Mono/Stereo

– 4 ohms – Use this

configuration to drive one channel (left or
right) of a stereo pair with a 4 ohm speaker
load.  Set  jumper  plugs  in  the  mono
position. (Fig. 2b) Connect the right or left
signal  wire  to  the  left  set  of  posts  on  the
rear of the speaker. Acoustic output of the
speaker  is  increased  by  3  dB  in  this
configuration. Leave the front panel switch
in the Bi-Pole position

Universal flange

assembly (CI-FG QM)

Flange clamp (4x)

Quick mount (QM)

clamping post (4x)

QuickMount

™

(QM)

clamp (4x)

Speaker/baffle

assembly

Flange clamp

screw (4x)

Grille

The RB-18 rough-in bracket is available separately for installations in new construction.

Remove the speaker and flange/grille assemblies from their boxes. Using

the supplied cutout template, carefully mark the area to be cut out. Using a
drywall knife or saw, cut the hole in the drywall and prepare the speaker wires
for connection to the speaker terminals. Use a level to insure that the flange
is square. (Fig. 1a)

Remove the grille from the mounting flange by

pressing it from behind. Attach the provided white
gasket  material  to  the  outside,  rear  edge  of  the
flange.  Insert the mounting flange into the hole with
the end marked “TOP” facing up. Loosen the flange
clamping  screws  one  turn  (counter  clockwise)  to
release the clamp. Next tighten all 4 flange clamp
screws evenly to secure the flange to the wall.  It is
best to tighten each screw with the same amount of
force (torque). (Fig. 1b)
CAUTION: Do not over tighten.

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Tweeter adjustment

Stereo Point Source

– 8 ohms -

Use this configuration to combine left
and  right  channels  for  full  fidelity
sound  from  a  single  loudspeaker
stereo  source.  (Fig.  2a)  Set  jumper
plugs in the stereo position. Connect
right  and  left  signal  wires  to  the
spring-loaded terminals on the rear of
the  speaker.  Leave  the  front  panel
switch in the Bi-Pole position.

Stereo

– 8 ohms – Use this configu-

ration to drive one channel (left or
right) of a stereo pair. Set jumper
plugs in the stereo position. (Fig. 2a)
Connect the right or left signal wire to
the right set of terminals on the rear
of the speaker. Leave the front panel
switch in the Bi-Pole position.

Bi-pole/Di-pole

– 4 ohms – Use this

configuration for home theater surround
applications.  For  Bi-pole  mode,  connect
as in the Mono/Stereo instructions:  one
speaker  to  each  surround  channel  and
set the front panel switch to the

Bi-Pole

position. For Di-Pole mode simply move
the front panel switch to the Di-Pole
position. (Fig. 2c)

Flange Installation:

Insert the baffle into the mounting flange,

aligning QM clamps with the four QM posts. Also
make sure that the tweeter is placed at the end of
the flange marked

“TOP”.

Tighten down the four QM clamps by pressing them

down flush with the baffle’s surface. (Fig. 3b)

Using some familiar source material, listen

to the tweeter’s balance with the level control
in each of its three positions to find your
favorite.

Select the desired configuration for your

CI-Surround speaker as listed below. Connect speaker
wires to spring-loaded input terminals on rear of
speaker, making sure no loose strands are exposed.
red/positive black/negative

Carefully install grille by pressing it into the gap

between the flange and the baffle and enjoy your
new Phase Technology CI speakers. (Fig. 4)

Speaker Installation:

Fig. 1a

Fig. 1b

Fig. 2a

Fig. 2b

Fig. 2c

Fig. 4

flange screw

Use the provided tool to fully open the Quick

Mount Clamps (QM). If the tool is not available,
a small screw driver can be used.
(Fig. 3a)

Fig. 3b

Fig. 3a

Bi-pole/Di-pole switch

1. Choose the appropriate mounting location for each speaker.

NOTE – When deciding upon a location consider the following:

•Be certain your speaker wires can be run to or are accessible from these

locations.

•Make certain the wall or ceiling material is sturdy enough to support the

weight and vibration of the speakers.

•It is recommended that our re-construction rough in brackets (part number

RB-18) be used whenever possible in new construction.

•Be certain the area behind the speaker is free of obstacles such as wall

studs, electrical wiring, pipes, etc.

•Each speaker should be positioned properly relative to the listening area for

good coverage.

•Audio performance and room-to-room isolation will be improved if there is

some fiberglass insulation placed loosely behind the speaker.

MONO

STEREO

MONO