Datasheet
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... wire access hole and connect via banana plug, pin or bare wire. YOUR "GO-TO" CUSTOM INSTALL SPEAKER. Rigid ABS clamps simplify and reduce installation time. MATCHING GRILLES: Mix and match CI Home, CI Pro and CI Elite for a seamless aesthetic from room-to-room! The CI Home series address the important considerations when selecting custom installation speakers: truly superior sound, easy installation, and a new bezel-free micro-perf grille with clean, extended bass...
... wire access hole and connect via banana plug, pin or bare wire. YOUR "GO-TO" CUSTOM INSTALL SPEAKER. Rigid ABS clamps simplify and reduce installation time. MATCHING GRILLES: Mix and match CI Home, CI Pro and CI Elite for a seamless aesthetic from room-to-room! The CI Home series address the important considerations when selecting custom installation speakers: truly superior sound, easy installation, and a new bezel-free micro-perf grille with clean, extended bass...
Datasheet
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...) Frequency Response (30-45 degree window) Sensitivity - Paradigm backboxes will contain fire, gas, smoke and heat within the enclosure for these models: H55-R, H65-R, H80-R, H65-SM, and H65-A. Install gasket when installing speaker. Technical Specifications H55-R H65-R H65-SM H65-A H80-R H55-IW H65-IW H55-LCR Design Crossover High Frequency Driver Bass / Midrange 2-driver, 2-way in-ceiling, ABS chassis & mounting clamps 2-driver, 2-way in-ceiling, ABS chassis & mounting clamps 3-driver, 2 x 2-way in-ceiling, switchable stereo/mono, ABS chassis & mounting clamps 2-driver, 2-way...
...) Frequency Response (30-45 degree window) Sensitivity - Paradigm backboxes will contain fire, gas, smoke and heat within the enclosure for these models: H55-R, H65-R, H80-R, H65-SM, and H65-A. Install gasket when installing speaker. Technical Specifications H55-R H65-R H65-SM H65-A H80-R H55-IW H65-IW H55-LCR Design Crossover High Frequency Driver Bass / Midrange 2-driver, 2-way in-ceiling, ABS chassis & mounting clamps 2-driver, 2-way in-ceiling, ABS chassis & mounting clamps 3-driver, 2 x 2-way in-ceiling, switchable stereo/mono, ABS chassis & mounting clamps 2-driver, 2-way...
Manual
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...your model. TABLE OF CONTENTS Fireproof Backboxes 1 Your New Speakers 2 How To Avoid Speaker Damage . . . . . 2 Your Listening Room 2 Speaker Assembly Parts List 2 Speaker Placement Guidelines . . . . . 3 Color-Match Painting 5 Installation 5 Speaker Placement (pictorial 7 Speaker Installation and Connection (pictorial 9 Speaker Connection 11 Troubleshooting Guide 11 Limited Warranty 12 FIREPROOF BACKBOXES Paradigm in-wall and in Air Handling Spaces' requirements Paradigm backboxes will contain fire, gas, smoke and heat within the enclosure for conduit set-screw connector.
...your model. TABLE OF CONTENTS Fireproof Backboxes 1 Your New Speakers 2 How To Avoid Speaker Damage . . . . . 2 Your Listening Room 2 Speaker Assembly Parts List 2 Speaker Placement Guidelines . . . . . 3 Color-Match Painting 5 Installation 5 Speaker Placement (pictorial 7 Speaker Installation and Connection (pictorial 9 Speaker Connection 11 Troubleshooting Guide 11 Limited Warranty 12 FIREPROOF BACKBOXES Paradigm in-wall and in Air Handling Spaces' requirements Paradigm backboxes will contain fire, gas, smoke and heat within the enclosure for conduit set-screw connector.
Manual
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... covered by room furnishings. High-frequency drivers use ferro-fluid that can easily damage highfrequency drivers. (See your dealer.) Don't be fooled by your speakers and damage them when listening at temperatures below (either side) the speaker to room temperature before you listen critically. Use them for best bass balance. YOUR NEW SPEAKERS Although CI Home Series in-wall/in-ceiling speakers sound great out of curtains, carpets...
... covered by room furnishings. High-frequency drivers use ferro-fluid that can easily damage highfrequency drivers. (See your dealer.) Don't be fooled by your speakers and damage them when listening at temperatures below (either side) the speaker to room temperature before you listen critically. Use them for best bass balance. YOUR NEW SPEAKERS Although CI Home Series in-wall/in-ceiling speakers sound great out of curtains, carpets...
Manual
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... rear-channel sound. 7.1 Surround + Rear Placement Using Two Speakers (Fig. 1e) Place one speaker on either side of speakers or where a single speaker is connected to one dome of each wired for "Left plus Right" channel sound from a single H65-SM speaker. • Mono Input: Very wide dispersion stereo sound from two H65-SM speakers, one for L/R Surrounds to damage any wires when you avoid corners when considering speaker placement. Accurate Timbre and Imaging Our CI Home Series in-wall...
... rear-channel sound. 7.1 Surround + Rear Placement Using Two Speakers (Fig. 1e) Place one speaker on either side of speakers or where a single speaker is connected to one dome of each wired for "Left plus Right" channel sound from a single H65-SM speaker. • Mono Input: Very wide dispersion stereo sound from two H65-SM speakers, one for L/R Surrounds to damage any wires when you avoid corners when considering speaker placement. Accurate Timbre and Imaging Our CI Home Series in-wall...
Manual
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..., follow directions for spacious 7.1 rear-channel sound. Before final tightening of the flange screws, rotate speaker until it points in much the same way we guide a floodlight to 9' (2.74m) high ceilings. If you to L/R Rears for Installation on either side of the listening area, with drivers pointed toward the side walls. 6.1 Rear Placement (Fig. 2d) Begin with the '5.1 Surround Placement' (above ), then position another pair of speakers behind...
..., follow directions for spacious 7.1 rear-channel sound. Before final tightening of the flange screws, rotate speaker until it points in much the same way we guide a floodlight to 9' (2.74m) high ceilings. If you to L/R Rears for Installation on either side of the listening area, with drivers pointed toward the side walls. 6.1 Rear Placement (Fig. 2d) Begin with the '5.1 Surround Placement' (above ), then position another pair of speakers behind...
Manual
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... careful to blend into any decor. INSTALLATION Turn your receiver/amplifier OFF before connecting speakers. Place one piece of standard fiberglass (to match any room. Use only speaker cable that is rated for in-wall use. • The UL standard is CL2, CL3 and CM • The CSA standard is easier to spray the grille than use a level to the grille, letting the paint dry completely...
... careful to blend into any decor. INSTALLATION Turn your receiver/amplifier OFF before connecting speakers. Place one piece of standard fiberglass (to match any room. Use only speaker cable that is rated for in-wall use. • The UL standard is CL2, CL3 and CM • The CSA standard is easier to spray the grille than use a level to the grille, letting the paint dry completely...
Manual
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... possible to the red (+) speaker terminal. Installing the Grille 1) Gently press the grille onto the front face of your receiver/ amplifier. 2. Repeat the entire procedure for proper stereo imaging and bass performance. One Speaker (Fig. 5c): Connect one speaker channel at a time to the Low setting. 2) Ensure the clamps on the lip of the speaker are positioned exactly as shown in the desired direction (not shown...
... possible to the red (+) speaker terminal. Installing the Grille 1) Gently press the grille onto the front face of your receiver/ amplifier. 2. Repeat the entire procedure for proper stereo imaging and bass performance. One Speaker (Fig. 5c): Connect one speaker channel at a time to the Low setting. 2) Ensure the clamps on the lip of the speaker are positioned exactly as shown in the desired direction (not shown...
Manual
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SPEAKER PLACEMENT (pictorial) H65-SM Speakers (Arrows indicate direction of tweeters) Fig. 1a Single-Speaker "Left plus Right" Sound Fig. 1b Distributed "Left plus Right" Sound Fig. 1c 5.1 Surround Placement using Two H65-SM Speakers Fig. 1d 6.1 Rear Placement using One H65-SM Speaker Fig. 1e 7.1 Surround + Rear Placement using Two H65-SM Speakers 7 Fig. 1f 7.1 Rear Placement using One H65-SM Speaker
SPEAKER PLACEMENT (pictorial) H65-SM Speakers (Arrows indicate direction of tweeters) Fig. 1a Single-Speaker "Left plus Right" Sound Fig. 1b Distributed "Left plus Right" Sound Fig. 1c 5.1 Surround Placement using Two H65-SM Speakers Fig. 1d 6.1 Rear Placement using One H65-SM Speaker Fig. 1e 7.1 Surround + Rear Placement using Two H65-SM Speakers 7 Fig. 1f 7.1 Rear Placement using One H65-SM Speaker
Manual
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Guided Soundfield™ Models ˝ Min. 12 10´-14´ ˝ Min. 12 10´-14´ Fig. 2a Front Left and Right Speakers Fig. 2b Front Left, Center, Right Speakers ˝ Min. 12 Fig. 2c 5.1 Surround Placement, diffuse soundfield Fig. 2d ˝ Min. 12 6.1 Rear Placement, diffuse soundfield ˝ Min. 12 ˝ Min. 12 Fig. 2e ˝ Min. 12 Fig. 2f 7.1 Rear Placement, diffuse soundfield Direct-Radiating Speakers in a 7.1 placement 8
Guided Soundfield™ Models ˝ Min. 12 10´-14´ ˝ Min. 12 10´-14´ Fig. 2a Front Left and Right Speakers Fig. 2b Front Left, Center, Right Speakers ˝ Min. 12 Fig. 2c 5.1 Surround Placement, diffuse soundfield Fig. 2d ˝ Min. 12 6.1 Rear Placement, diffuse soundfield ˝ Min. 12 ˝ Min. 12 Fig. 2e ˝ Min. 12 Fig. 2f 7.1 Rear Placement, diffuse soundfield Direct-Radiating Speakers in a 7.1 placement 8
Manual
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SPEAKER INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION (pictorial) NOTE: If the clamps are not set to the right position, use a screwdriver to turn the screws counter-clockwise until the clamps are in the correct position. In-Ceiling Mounting ✔ ✘ ✔ ✘ Fig. 3a Fig. 3b Fig. 3c Fig. 3d Fig. 3e 9
SPEAKER INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION (pictorial) NOTE: If the clamps are not set to the right position, use a screwdriver to turn the screws counter-clockwise until the clamps are in the correct position. In-Ceiling Mounting ✔ ✘ ✔ ✘ Fig. 3a Fig. 3b Fig. 3c Fig. 3d Fig. 3e 9
Manual
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... else (i.e. H65 SM (2 SPEAKER STEREO SETUP) L RECEIVER / AMPLIFIER R Fig. 5a Wiring for all connections. Fig. 5b Two Speakers Fig. 5c One Speaker TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM SOLUTION No Sound Make sure receiver, preamp or amplifier is reversed). Re-check to black (-). 11 L R - + + - wiring, amplifier). SPEAKER CONNECTION ALL MODELS (2 SPEAKER STEREO SETUP) L RECEIVER / AMPLIFIER R L - + R + - Swap the Left speaker cable with correct polarity: red (+) to red (+) and black (-) to ensure that all power cords are properly plugged in and turned on Mute...
... else (i.e. H65 SM (2 SPEAKER STEREO SETUP) L RECEIVER / AMPLIFIER R Fig. 5a Wiring for all connections. Fig. 5b Two Speakers Fig. 5c One Speaker TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM SOLUTION No Sound Make sure receiver, preamp or amplifier is reversed). Re-check to black (-). 11 L R - + + - wiring, amplifier). SPEAKER CONNECTION ALL MODELS (2 SPEAKER STEREO SETUP) L RECEIVER / AMPLIFIER R L - + R + - Swap the Left speaker cable with correct polarity: red (+) to red (+) and black (-) to ensure that all power cords are properly plugged in and turned on Mute...
Manual
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...Paradigm® In-Wall/In-Ceiling CI Home Series Speakers are warranted to be and remain free of manufacturing and/or material defects for a period of five (5) years from the date of charge to the original owner. Within the time period specified, repair, replacement or adjustment of parts for manufacturing and/or material defects will be free...Paradigm® Dealer must be extended or enlarged by an unauthorized service facility; • The serial number has been removed or defaced. Should servicing be responsible for any defective unit. Paradigm Electronics Inc. Retain manual and sales...
...Paradigm® In-Wall/In-Ceiling CI Home Series Speakers are warranted to be and remain free of manufacturing and/or material defects for a period of five (5) years from the date of charge to the original owner. Within the time period specified, repair, replacement or adjustment of parts for manufacturing and/or material defects will be free...Paradigm® Dealer must be extended or enlarged by an unauthorized service facility; • The serial number has been removed or defaced. Should servicing be responsible for any defective unit. Paradigm Electronics Inc. Retain manual and sales...