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OWNER’S MANUAL & INSTALL GUIDE
[CI X ROUND FLUSH MOUNTS] CI6.0 X • CI6.1 X • CI6.2 X • CI7.3 X
Thank you for purchasing Phase Technology
®
CI custom installation
speakers. This tenth generation of high performance ceiling mounted
speakers features the same superb sonic performance as our acclaimed
PC-Series cabinet speakers in addition to great exibility and easy
installation. The most striking change to the Series X is a new look with
the off-axis tweeter design. This feature maximizes the speaker’s clarity
and imaging by creating an asymmetrical loading or diffraction pattern,
reducing the amount of diffraction normally caused by a ange-to-ceiling
junction. The net result is the best sonic realism you can buy in an in-
ceiling speaker.
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 our new low prole Micro-Flange grille with magnetic retainers,
liquid-cooled tweeters for greater power handling, moisture-resistant
materials in all
of the critical speaker components, galvanized
steel speaker grilles and corrosion resistance hardware.
Regardless of application, serious audiophile listening or home
theater, we recommend that you take the time to read this
manual thoroughly before connecting speakers to your amplier
or receiver. In the highly unlikely event that you should experience
a problem with set-up or operation, please contact one of our
authorized dealers for assistance, or contact us directly.
Phase Technology Corporation
10661 Rene St.
Lenexa, KS 66215
855.663.5600 (Domestic)
+1.913.663.5600 (International)
913.663.3200 (Fax)
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2
SPEAKER INSTALLATION 3
WIRING OPTIONS FOR THE CI6.2 X 4
WARRANTY 4
SPECIFICATIONS 4
MICRO-FLANGE
GRILLE
[BOX CONTENTS] 1 SPEAKER • 1 MICRO-FLANGE GRILLE • 1 HOLE TEMPLATE
Rev 7.12.2019
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1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and other instructions
should be followed.
5. Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used near
water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
6. Carts and Stands - The appliance should be used only with a
cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted
to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
8. Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that its
location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation.
For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa,
rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings;
or placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet
[SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS]
that may impede the ow of air through the ventilation openings.
9. Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, stoves, or other appliances that produce heat.
10. Power Source - The appliance should be connected to
a power supply only of the type described in the operating
instructions or as marked on the appliance.
11. Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by
items placed up or against them, paying particular attention to
cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they
exit from the appliance.
12. Cleaning - The appliance should be cleaned only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
13. Nonuse Periods - The power cord of the appliance should
be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period
of time.
14. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that
neither objects fall nor liquids spill into the inside of the appliance.
15. Damage Requiring Service - The application should be
serviced by qualied service personnel when:
a. the power supply cord or the plug has been damaged,
b. objects have fallen onto or liquid has been spilled into the
appliance,
c. the appliance has been exposed to rain,
d. the appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance, or
e. the appliance has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
16. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the
appliance beyond those means described in the operating
instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualied
service personnel.
17. Grounding or Polarization - Precautions should be taken so
that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not
defeated.
Explanation of Graphical Symbols
The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert you to the presence
of un-insulated “dangerous voltage: within the product’s
enclosure that may be off sufcient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert you to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
APPLICABLE FOR USA, CANADA OR WHERE APPROVED FOR
USAGE
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE
PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, INSERT FULLY.
ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE
LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRESE ET POUSSER JUSQU AU FOND.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover
(or back). No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualied
service personnel.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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IN
[SPEAKER INSTALLATION]
For proper connection and therefore full enjoyment of your new Phase
Technology speakers, we encourage you to read this owners’ manual
thoroughly, even if you are very familiar with installing speakers.
Speaker placement is very subjective. Placement follows the guidelines
for the developers of in-ceiling speakers, yet is also guided by personal
preferences. The proper spacing, location and adjustment of in-ceiling
speakers are critical for complete enjoyment of your new speakers.
This manual covers these topics thoroughly.
STEP 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 pre-construction rough-in brackets (part
number RB-21 for CI6.0, CI6.1 & CI6.2, RB-22 for CI7.3) 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 berglass insulation placed loosely behind the speaker.
STEP 2: Using the supplied cutout template, carefully mark the area
to be cut out. (Fig. 1) Using a drywall knife or saw, cut a hole in the
drywall and prepare the speaker wires for connection to the speaker
terminals.
STEP 3: Connect the speaker wires to the spring-loaded input terminals
(Fig. 2) on the rear of the speaker, making sure no loose strands are
exposed. If connecting the CI6.2 X, see “Wiring Options for the CI6.2
X”.
STEP 4: Carefully place the speaker in the hole cut into the ceiling.
Loosen the clamping screws one turn (counter clockwise) to release
the clamp (Fig. 3). Next, tighten all four speaker clamp screws evenly
to secure the speaker to the wall. It is best to tighten each screw with
the same amount of force (torque). clamping screws are indicated by
an arrow cast into the baffel. CAUTION: DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN.
STEP 5: Using some familiar source material, listen to the tweeter’s
balance with the level control in each of its three positions to nd your
favorite tonal balance.
STEP 6: Carefully replace the grille by pressing it onto the speaker
(Fig. 4). The grille will snap into place using magenets. Enjoy!
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[FIG. 1]
[FIG. 2]
[FIG. 3]
[FIG. 4]
MOUNTING DEPTHS
CI6.0 X: 4.13”
D CI6.1 X & CI6.2 X:
4.375” D
CI7.3 X: 5” D
HOLE DIAMETERS
CI6.0 X, CI6.1 X &
CI6.2 X: 7.875” DIA
CI7.3 X: 9.625” DIA
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STEREO FIG. 5A-8 ohms: Use this
conguration to drive one channel (left
OR right) of a stereo pair. Set jumper
plugs in the stereo position. Connect the
right or left signal wire to the right set of
terminals on the rear of the speaker.
STEREO POINT SOURCE FIG. 5B-8
ohms: Use this conguration to combine
left AND right channels for full delity
sound from a single loud-speaker stereo
source. Set jumper plugs in the stereo
position. Connect right and left signal
wires to the spring-loaded terminals on
the rear of the speaker.
MONO/STEREO FIG. 5C-4 ohms: Use
this conguration to drive one channel
(left OR right) of a stereo pair with a 4
ohm speaker load. Set jumper plugs in
the mono position. 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 conguration.
BIPOLE/DIPOLE FIG. 5D-4 ohms:
Use this configuration for home theater
surround applications. For bipole
mode, connect as in the Mono/Stereo
instructions (FIG.5C): one speaker to
each surround channel. For dipole
mode, connect speaker inputs the
same as Mono/Stereo instructions
(FIG.5C), but reverse the + and –
connections of the red and black
tweeter wires to put one of the tweeters
out of phase.
Right Channel
Jumper Plugs
stereo position
IN
MONO
STEREO
Right Channel
Jumper Plugs
stereo position
Left Channel
IN
MONO
STEREO
Left Channel
Jumper Plugs
mono position (Bi-pole/di-pole)
IN
MONO
STEREO
[WIRING OPTIONS FOR THE CI6.2 X]
[WARRANTY]
LIMITED WARRANTY: Phase Technology warrants its loudspeakers to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of ten (10) years for speaker
product, limited lifetime for CI speakers, and three (3) years for the electronic components to the original purchaser. Purchase must be made from an authorized
Phase Technology dealer.
This warranty does not cover service or parts to repair damage caused by misuse, abuse, damage while in transit, alterations, unauthorized repairs, failure to
follow instructions, re, ood or any other cause beyond the reasonable control of Phase Technology. Defects in speaker cabinets or grilles must be brought to the
attention of your dealer immediately after purchase. This warranty will be void if the products’ serial number has been altered or removed.
Should your Phase Technology product require service, please call the MSE Audio customer service department for a return authorization. All merchandise returned
to Phase Technology without prior authorization will be refused. For your return authorization number, please call 855.663.5600 or email sales@mseaudio.com.
Copyright © 2018 MS Electronics, LLC. All rights reserved. MSE Audio, Phase Technology and PhaseTech are registered trademarks and
“Speakers for your Life” is a trademark of MSE Audio, Overland Park, Kansas USA. Phase Technology is part of MSE Audio
®
. www.phasetech.com.
[FIG. 5A] [FIG. 5B] [FIG. 5C] [FIG. 5D]
CI6.1 X CI6.2 X
CI7.3 X
CI6.0 X
7.875” Diameter
3.0 lbs.
91 dB
9.34” Diameter x 4.13" Depth
9.34” Diameter x 4.375" Depth 9.34” Diameter x 4.375" Depth
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