Acoustic Audio by Goldwood HD-800

Acoustic Audio by Goldwood HD-800 In-Wall Speaker System Instruction Manual

Мадэль: HD-800

1. Уводзіны

This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your Acoustic Audio by Goldwood HD-800 In-Wall Speaker System. Please read this manual thoroughly before beginning installation to ensure proper setup and optimal performance.

The HD-800 speakers are designed for flush-mount installation in walls, offering wide sound dispersion and seamless integration into home audio systems.

Four pairs of Acoustic Audio HD-800 in-wall speakers with grilles partially removed, showing the yellow woofer cones.

Image 1.1: Acoustic Audio HD-800 In-Wall Speaker System (4 Pair Pack).

Што ў скрынцы:

  • 8 Flush Mount Passive Speakers with Removable Grilles
  • Cut-Out Templates
  • Інструкцыя па эксплуатацыі (гэты дакумент)

2. Інфармацыя па бяспецы

Please observe the following safety precautions to prevent damage to the speakers or injury to yourself:

  • Прачытайце ўсе інструкцыі: Before installation and use, read and understand all safety and operating instructions.
  • Захоўвайце інструкцыі: Захоўвайце гэта кіраўніцтва для выкарыстання ў будучыні.
  • Звярніце ўвагу на папярэджанні: Выконвайце ўсе папярэджанні на прыладзе і ў інструкцыі па эксплуатацыі.
  • Ўстаноўка: Ensure proper installation by a qualified professional if you are unsure about electrical wiring or structural integrity.
  • Магутнасць: Do not exceed the recommended power handling of 350 watts per channel. Overpowering can damage the speakers.
  • Праводка: Use only CL3 rated in-wall speaker wire for permanent installations to comply with building codes and safety standards.
  • Вільготнасць: Do not expose speakers to moisture or extreme temperatures.
  • Уборка: Адключыце электрычнасць перад чысткай. Выкарыстоўвайце толькі сухую тканіну.
  • Абслугоўванне: Не спрабуйце самастойна абслугоўваць гэты прадукт. Звярніцеся да ўсіх абслугоўванняў кваліфікаванага абслуговага персаналу.

3. Настройка і ўстаноўка

3.1 Planning Your Installation

Careful planning is essential for optimal sound performance and ease of installation. Consider the following:

  • Размяшчэнне дынамікаў: For home theater surround sound, refer to standard speaker placement guidelines (e.g., Dolby Atmos, DTS:X) for optimal imaging and immersion. For whole-house audio, consider even distribution for consistent sound levels.
  • Канструкцыя сцяны: Ensure the chosen wall locations are free of electrical wiring, plumbing, and structural elements (studs, joists). Use a stud finder and inspect the area thoroughly.
  • Wiring Paths: Plan the route for your speaker wires from your amplifier/receiver to each speaker location. Ensure wires can be run safely and discreetly within the wall.

3.2 Неабходныя інструменты

  • Аловак
  • Рулетка
  • Шукальнік даследаванняў
  • Універсальны нож або піла для гіпсакардону
  • Сродкі для зачысткі правадоў
  • Адвёртка (крыжовая)
  • CL3 Rated Speaker Wire

3.3 Этапы ўстаноўкі

  1. Падрыхтуйце адкрыццё:

    Using the provided cutout template, carefully trace the outline onto the desired wall location. Ensure the area is clear of obstructions. Use a utility knife or drywall saw to cut along the traced line. The required rectangular speaker hole size is 8.75 inches x 12.66 inches (22.2 cm x 32.2 cm).

    A white paper cutout template labeled 'MT8 HD-800 Cutout Template 322X222mm' and a small instruction manual for Acoustic Audio in-wall/in-ceiling speakers.

    Image 3.1: Cutout Template and Instruction Manual.

  2. Run Speaker Wire:

    Route CL3 rated speaker wire from your amplifier/receiver to the cutout opening. Leave enough slack to comfortably connect to the speaker terminals. Strip approximately 1/2 inch of insulation from the ends of the speaker wire.

  3. Падключыце правады дынамікаў:

    Connect the stripped speaker wires to the spring-loaded raw wire connections on the back of the speaker. Ensure correct polarity: positive (+) to positive (+) and negative (-) to negative (-). Incorrect polarity will result in poor sound quality.

    Тыл view of the Acoustic Audio HD-800 in-wall speaker, showing the yellow woofer cone, the crossover circuit board, and the red and black spring-loaded speaker wire terminals.

    Малюнак 3.2: ззаду view of HD-800 speaker with wiring terminals.

  4. Устанавіце дынамік:

    Carefully insert the speaker into the wall cutout. The HD-800 features a unique Pressure Lock Mounting System. Tighten the screws located on the front baffle of the speaker. As you tighten, the mounting clamps will pivot outwards and secure the speaker firmly to the drywall. Do not overtighten.

    Фронт view of the Acoustic Audio HD-800 in-wall speaker without the grille, showing the 8-inch yellow woven fiber woofer and the pivoting titanium tweeter.

    Выява 3.3: Спераду view of HD-800 speaker (grille removed).

  5. Прымацаваць краты:

    Once the speaker is securely mounted, attach the removable grille. The grille is designed to fit snugly over the speaker frame. It can be painted to match your decor if desired.

Technical diagram showing the dimensions of the Acoustic Audio HD-800 in-wall speaker, including overall size (10.04in/25.5cm width, 14.17in/36cm height), woofer size (8.27in/21cm), hole cutout size (12.68x8.74in/32.2x22.2cm), and mounting depth (3.46in/8.8cm).

Image 3.4: HD-800 Speaker Dimensions.

4. Аперацыя

Once your HD-800 speakers are installed and wired, they are ready for use with your home audio receiver or ampзадымнік.

  • Патрабаванні да сілкавання: Ensure your receiver or amplifier provides power within the recommended range of 10 to 350 watts per channel.
  • Настройка прымача: Звярніцеся да свайго amplifier or receiver's manual for instructions on configuring speaker settings, such as speaker size (typically "Large" for full-range speakers), crossover frequencies (if applicable), and channel levels.
  • Рэгуляванне гуку: Adjust volume and tone controls on your receiver/amplifier to achieve your desired sound balance. The pivoting titanium tweeters allow for directional adjustment of high frequencies after installation to optimize sound for your listening area.

5. Тэхнічнае абслугоўванне

The Acoustic Audio HD-800 speakers require minimal maintenance to ensure long-lasting performance.

  • Уборка: Gently wipe the speaker grilles and frames with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners, solvents, or excessive moisture, as these can damage the finish or internal components.
  • Зняцце рашоткі: If necessary, the grilles can be carefully removed for cleaning or painting. Use a small, flat tool to gently pry the grille from the frame edges.
  • Умовы навакольнага асяроддзя: Avoid exposing the speakers to extreme humidity, direct sunlight, or heat sources, which can degrade materials over time.

6. Выпраўленне непаладак

If you experience issues with your HD-800 speakers, consult the table below for common problems and solutions.

праблемаМагчымая прычынаРашэнне
Няма гуку з дынаміка
  • Няспраўная або няправільная праводка
  • Прыёмнік/amplifier not powered on or incorrect input selected
  • Дынамік пашкоджаны
  • Праверце ўсе падключэнні правадоў дынамікаў як на дынаміку, так і на рэсіверы/amplifier for proper polarity and secure contact.
  • Пераканайцеся, што атрымальнік/amplifier is on and the correct audio source is selected.
  • Test with another speaker or contact support if damage is suspected.
Скажоны або невыразны гук
  • Няправільная палярнасць праводкі
  • Overdriving the speakers (volume too high)
  • Няшчыльнае мацаванне
  • Verify positive and negative connections are consistent for all speakers.
  • Зменшце ўзровень гучнасці на вашым прыёмніку/ampзадымнік.
  • Ensure the speaker is securely mounted in the wall. Tighten mounting screws if necessary.
Адсутнасць басоў або высокіх частот
  • Прыёмнік/amplifier tone settings
  • Incorrect speaker placement
  • Adjust bass and treble controls on your receiver/ampзадымнік.
  • Ensure speakers are placed according to recommended guidelines for your room.

If the problem persists after trying these solutions, please contact Acoustic Audio by Goldwood customer support.

7. Тэхнічныя характарыстыкі

АсаблівасцьДэталь
Нумар мадэліHD-800
Тып дынаміка2-Way In-Wall Passive Speaker
Памер НЧ-дынаміка8-inch Woven Fiber Bulletproof Cone with Butyl Rubber Surround
Тып твітэраPivoting Titanium Tweeter
АЧХ30 Гц - 22 кГц
Адчувальнасць98 дБ
Імпеданс8 Ом
Апрацоўка магутнасці10 - 350 Вт на канал
Тып мацаванняFlush Mount (In-Wall) with Pressure Lock System
Required Cutout Size8.75 цалі х 12.66 цалі (22.2 см х 32.2 см)
Мантажная глыбіня4 цаляў (10.16 см)
Overall Speaker Size10.125 цалі х 14.25 цалі (25.7 см х 36.2 см)
Матэрыял корпусаТрывалы ABS
СувязьSpring Loaded Raw Wire Connections
Вага прадмета (на адзін дынамік)Approximately 5.6 lbs (45 lbs for 8 speakers / 4 pair pack)

8. Гарантыя і падтрымка

Acoustic Audio by Goldwood products are designed for reliability and performance. For specific warranty details, please refer to the warranty card included with your purchase or visit the official Acoustic Audio by Goldwood webсайт.

If you require technical assistance, have questions about your product, or need to initiate a warranty claim, please contact our customer support team:

  • Webсайт: www.goldwood.com (or refer to your product packaging for the most current contact information)
  • электронная пошта: Спасылацца на webсайт для кантактнай формы або адраса электроннай пошты.
  • тэлефон: Спасылацца на webсайт для падтрымкі па тэлефоне.

Please have your model number (HD-800) and proof of purchase ready when contacting support.

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