a/d/s/ CM50 Owner's manual

Brand: a/d/s/

Model: CM50

Category: Home audio sets

Type: Owner's manual

This manual is also suitable for

CM60

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CM50

CM60

CM250LCR

table of contents

introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

declaration of conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

speaker placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

warranty information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

introduction

Congratulations, and thank you for purchasing an a/d/s/ Compact Monitor speaker system. These

loudspeakers offer the perfect combination of style and performance for your audio or home

theater system. Building on the legacy of the original CM series loudspeakers, these high

performance 2-way systems are voiced to be perfect complements to the renowned a/d/s/ C-

series in-wall and in-ceiling speakers, as well as our all-new C-series powered subwoofers. Fully

integrated high performance system design has never been easier.

Be sure to save your sales receipt. It is your best record of the date of purchase, which is required

for warranty service.

Read and follow all cautions, warnings and notes.

cautions

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove any parts of the speaker. There are no user

serviceable parts inside. If service is required have it performed by a qualified service

professional.

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the speakers to rain or submerge in water. The

speakers should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or

other heat sources. Be sure all the components in the system are turned off while making audio

and power connections.

speaker placement

Where you locate the speakers in the room plays a vital role in the sound quality you will enjoy. Since every

room is a little different, you should experiment with various locations to see which gives the best sound

in your particular application. Here are some general guidelines to help you select appropriate locations.

In general, your speakers will have the smoothest response and best imaging when located at least two

to four feet from the back and side walls in the listening room. Moving a speaker closer to one or more

of the boundaries will increase the bass output. In some rooms, the extra bass may sound good while in

others it may cause the bass to sound too strong.

Hard surfaces near a speaker can affect the distribution of high frequencies. Think of a hard wall as if it

is a mirror. Just as a mirror will reflect a nearby object so that you see a second "virtual" object, a hard

wall will reflect sound so that you hear a second "virtual" source of the sound. If the reflected sound is

strong enough it will confuse the imaging of the system. If the speakers are placed near side walls, try

toeing the speakers towards the center of the room. Drapes or cloth hangings on nearby walls will help

to cut down undesired reflections. Drapes are particularly helpful if the speaker is adjacent to windows or

glass doors.

center channel

The CM250LCR is normally positioned on its side, and functions as an accurate and exceptional center

channel speaker. The CM250LCR may be placed either above or below a video monitor when using a

direct view or rear projection set. The CM250LCR may also be used by positioning it vertically, which is

the recommended orientation for optimum horizontal dispersion. With front projection video monitors,

the center channel is commonly placed below the screen. Alternatively, by using an acoustically

transparent perforated screen it may be placed in a vertical orientation, directly behind the screen for

optimum imaging.

main speaker separation

A good rule of thumb is to start by arranging your preferred listening position and the left and right

speakers positions, such that they represent the points of an equilateral triangle. You should then

experiment by varying the separation and the horizontal angle of the speakers until you reach the sonic

sound stage that you prefer.

Although all of the CM series speakers are video shielded, placing them next to a TV monitor will not

typically give adequate separation. When possible, move the speakers a few feet away from either side of

the monitor. Also, when the center channel speaker is used, the left and right speakers should be located

so they are approximately the same distance from the listening position as the center channel. If they are

too far forward, you will lose integrity of the center image. If they are too far away, separation and image

width will suffer.

connections

wire

Use two-conductor stranded-type, insulated wire to connect the speakers to the amplifier. There are many

types of high performance wire available for speaker connection. Your authorized a/d/s/ dealer can

recommend appropriate wire. If you want, standard "lamp" wire or "zip cord" can be used. Use 16 gauge

for runs less than 50 feet, and use 14 gauge or larger, for longer runs. Using wire smaller than 16 gauge

is not recommended.

connecting the speakers

The CM series have color-coded spring loaded input terminals. Pressing the spring loaded terminals

exposes holes in the post. Insert stripped or terminated wires into the exposed hole. Release the terminals

to clamp the wire into place.

polarity

The polarity (the positive/negative orientation of the connections) for every speaker-to-wire and wire-to-

amplifier connection must be the same so that the speakers will be "in phase". If the polarity of one

connection is reversed, bass output is reduced and stereo imaging is degraded.

troubleshooting

Most difficulties with high fidelity audio equipment results from loose connections, bad

connecting cables or improperly set switches.

No sound It is rare for a speaker to fail completely. When there is no

sound, check all the speaker wire connections and electronic equipment settings.

Dull or muted sound Operating the speakers at an unsafe power level can damage the

speakers. Take the speakers to your retail dealer or an authorized service agency.

Distorted sound Distortion at moderate levels can be caused by loose

connections or stray wire strands shorting out an adjacent wire at the amplifier or speaker

terminals. If you hear distortion or any type of buzzing or rattling sound from an individual

driver, contact your a/d/s/ dealer.

Noise or hum Continuous noise or hum are always from the electronic

equipment and not from the speakers.

specifications

CM50

driver complement 5 1/4" copolymer woofer, 1” soft dome tweeter

enclosure type bass reflex

enclosure material 1/2” MDF, matte black painted finish

frequency response 50-22,000kHz ± 3dB

impedance 8 ohm nominal

crossover 2-way 12dB/octave, passive multi-element

sensitivity 85dB SPL, 2.83v/1m

amplifier power 10-75 watts

dimensions 11 5/16” x 6 5/8” x 8 3/4”

CM60

driver complement 6 1/2” copolymer woofer, 1” soft dome tweeter

enclosure type bass reflex

enclosure material 1/2” MDF, matte black painted finish

frequency response 40-22,000 Hz, ± 3dB

impedance 8 ohm nominal

crossover 2-way 12dB/octave, passive multi-element

sensitivity 88dB SPL, 2.83v/1m

amplifier power 10-80 watts

dimensions 13” x 8 1/4” x 9 1/4”

CM250LCR

driver complement two 5 1/4” copolymer woofer, 1” soft dome tweeter

enclosure type bass reflex

enclosure material 1/2” MDF, matte black painted finish

frequency response 50-22,000 Hz, ± 3dB

impedance 8 ohm nominal

crossover 2-way 12dB/octave, passive multi-element

sensitivity 89dB SPL, 2.83v/1m

amplifier power 10-100 watts

dimensions 15 5/8” x 6 5/8” x 7 3/4”

*Tested under laboratory conditions

(Specifications subject to change without notice)

warranty information

LIMITED FIVE YEAR CONSUMER WARRANTY FOR PRODUCT INSTALLED BY AN AUTHORIZED

LICENSED DEALER

Directed Electronics, Inc. promises to the original purchaser, to replace this product should it prove to be

defective in workmanship or material under normal use, for a period of five years from the date of

purchase from the dealer as indicated by the date code marking of the product PROVIDED the product

was sold by an authorized Directed dealer. During this five year period, there will be no charge for this

replacement PROVIDED the unit is returned to Directed, shipping pre-paid. This warranty is non-

transferable and does not apply to any unit that has been modified or used in a manner contrary to its

intended purpose, and does not cover damage to the unit caused by installation or removal of the unit.

This warranty is void if the product has been damaged by accident or unreasonable use, neglect, improper

service or other causes not arising out of defects in material or construction. Units which are found to be

damaged by abuse resulting in thermally damaged voice coils are not covered by this warranty but may

be replaced at the absolute/sole discretion of Directed. ALL WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT

LIMITED TO EXPRESS WARRANTY, IMPLIED WARRANTY, WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY,

FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE , AND WARRANTY OF NON-INFRINGEMENT OF

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED TO THE MAXIMUM

EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, AND DIRECTED NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY PERSON

TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT. DIRECTED

HAS ABSOLUTELY NO LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL ACTS OF THIRD PARTIES INCLUDING ITS

AUTHORIZED DEALERS OR INSTALLERS. Unit must be returned to Directed, postage pre-paid, with bill

of sale or other dated proof of purchase bearing the following information: consumer.s name, telephone

number, and address, authorized dealer.s name and address, and product description. Note: This warranty

does not cover labor costs for the removal and reinstallation of the unit. IN ORDER FOR THIS

WARRANTY TO BE VALID, YOUR UNIT MUST BE SHIPPED WITH PROOF OF SALE BY AN

AUTHORIZED DIRECTED DEALER. Some states do not allow the limitation on how long an implied

warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. LIMITATION OF DAMAGES AND

LIABILITY: CONSUMER.S REMEDY IS LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE UNIT, AND IN

NO EVENT SHALL DIRECTED.S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE UNIT. IN ANY

EVENT, DIRECTED SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,

ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOST

PROFITS, LOST SAVINGS, OR, TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY APPLICABLE LAW, DAMAGES

RESULTING FROM DEATH OR INJURY ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE

INSTALLATION, USE, IMPROPER USE, OR INABILITY TO USE, THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF THE PARTY

HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the

exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to

you. BY PURCHASING THIS PRODUCT, THE CONSUMER AGREES AND CONSENTS THAT ALL

DISPUTES BETWEEN THE CONSUMER AND DIRECTED SHALL BE RESOLVED IN

ACCORDANCE WITH CALIFORNIA LAWS IN SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA.

declaration of conformity

manufacturer name: Directed Electronics Inc.

manufacturer address: One Viper Way

Vista, California 92081

declares, that the product:

product name: CM50, CM60, CM250LCR

conforms to the following standards:

EN55013

EN55020

a/d/s/ CM50 Owner's manual

Brand: a/d/s/

Model: CM50

Category: Home audio sets

Type: Owner's manual

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