Legrand, Home Office & Theater, Ceiling Speakers-Complete Features/Owner’s Guide
- June 4, 2024
- On-Q
Table of Contents
Legrand, Home Office & Theater, Ceiling Speakers
Specifications
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Product Dimensions
5 x 10.91 x 10.91 inches -
Item Weight
3.8 pounds -
Style
Angled In-Ceiling Speaker -
Shape
Round -
Mounting Type
Ceiling Mount -
Usage
Residential -
Speaker Type
In Ceiling -
Speaker Maximum Output Power
200 -
Brand
On-Q
Introduction
The 7000 Series Angled Speaker, designed primarily for home theatre applications, has an angled driver and an adjustable tweeter for ideal positioning. On-Q/Legrand offers a 6.5”, Angled, In-Ceiling, evōQ™ 7000 series speaker for Home Theater applications. The evōQ™ 7000 Angled In-Ceiling Speaker (P/N HT7655) employs drivers mounted at a 15° angle (see Figure 1) to the ceiling surface. This allows the speaker to have identical performance characteristics as the evoQ™ 7000 In-Ceiling 6.5” Speaker (P/N HT7650), from any listening position in the room. The speaker is optimized for the demands of high-end home theater sound. It employs a 2-way design that features a glass fiber woofer and aluminum tweeter with swivel capability. It comes with dual templates with center markings and paint rings. Optional speaker pre- construction brackets are available.
NOTE
Although this speaker uses a 6.5” driver, it is Figure 1 mounted in an 8”
speaker frame, which means it requires an 8” speaker pre-construction bracket
(P/N 364673-02).
Disclaimer
Make sure you are in compliance with local building codes before
installing this speaker. This On-Q/Legrand evōQ™ 7000 In-Ceiling Speaker is
suitable for moisture-rich environments such as bathrooms or saunas, but not
outdoor applications.
Description
The On-Q/Legrand evōQ™ 7000 speakers are made of tough semi-flexible plastic frames that feature a built-in foam gasket to minimize vibration and maximize seal-ability. They also feature a perforated metal grill with an acoustically transparent scrim cloth to enhance the speaker’s appearance once installed. All evóQ speakers, except sub woofers, are paint-able. They also come with painting shields to protect the drivers while painting. These speakers are suitable for moisture-rich environments. They also feature flip-out tabs for easy installation and removal. The On-Q/Legrand evōQ™ 7000 speakers include a switch under the cover labeled “Treb” that has a (-) setting for bright rooms with hard surfaces or (+) setting for damped rooms with low reflections due to carpet, drapes, and upholstered furniture. They also include a ½” knockout for an IR target (not included).
Installation
Installation of this evōQ™ 7000 speaker is best accomplished at multiple times during new construction, at “Rough-in” before the drywall is installed, and at “Trim-out” after the drywall is installed and painted.
“Rough-in” steps:
NOT
: It is recommended that a minimum of 16 gauge, 4 conductor wire be used
for most applications from the amplifier or volume control to this speaker.
Different gauges can, and should, be used based upon the distance of the
intended run or quality of installation (see Figure 2).
NOTE
All On-Q/Legrand lyriQ™ Audio components accommodate wire gauges from 18 to
14.
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Run x/4 conductor (x=gauge preference) stranded speaker wire from the distribution/volume control to the speaker location (pre-wiring).
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If an On-Q Speaker Pre-Construction Bracket is to be used, skip to Step “5” and refer to IS-0243 for detailed instructions.
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If pre-wiring without using the On-Q Pre-Construction Speaker Brackets, leave 4 to 6 feet of wire at the speaker’s intended location. Use a strip of cardboard stapled to the joints/studs with a hole
through it as a wire place holder for the drywall installers if the installation of the speakers is intended (see Figure 3). -
After drywall and/or painting is complete, push the wire through the hole, center the template over the hole, mark with a pencil, and cut out with a dry-wall knife.
- When using the On-Q Pre-Construction Bracket (see Figure 4), leave a coil of speaker wire on top of the bracket coiled around the speaker mounting hole. There are clips on the corner of the bracket to secure the speaker wire. Leave enough speaker wire to be able to pull the wire through the bracket and comfortably connect the wire to the speaker after the drywall is installed. Strip off 3 inches or so of the speaker cable jacket to expose the positive and negative insulated wires. Strip 3/8-1/2 inch of insulation off of these conductors.
- It is recommended to place insulation behind the speaker to provide some damping for the woofer driver. This will yield the best possible sound. On-Q recommends using poly-encapsulated insulation such as Johns Manville Comfort Therm®. If a defined, consistent sound is desired from the speaker in space, blocking can be installed to yield the ideal cubic footage for the driver. Insulation would then be put in this space during speaker installation. Refer to the blocking chart for details.
- If installing the speaker in a space with an attic above it is recommended that the speaker be boxed in with 1/2 inch MDF (medium density fiberboard) or plywood with insulation installed. This will provide a defined acoustic space and protect the speaker. The best possible sound will be achieved by doing this. Refer to the blocking chart for details.
Note
Make sure you are in compliance with local building codes before
installing this speaker in an attic space.
“Trim-out” steps
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After drywall and/or painting is complete, push the speaker wire through the hole, center the template over the hole, mark with a pencil and cut out with a dry-wall knife.
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Hold the speaker with one hand, (if the speaker grill is off, pay careful attention not to push on the woofer’s cone, this can cause permanent contortion of the voice coil, thus producing a mechanical rubbing sound or speaker failure), push in the speaker terminal connectors and insert wires; remove speaker grill. Be sure to have the positive wires in the RED terminals and the negative wires in the BLACK terminals.
NOTE
Wiring both drivers of this speaker identically as the above instruction states will yield a speaker whose drivers are “in phase”. If one speaker driver is wired opposite of the other, the speaker drivers will be “out of phase” with one another. If the speaker drivers are “out of phase” the sound might appear smeared (canned) and a significant loss of bass might be noticeable due to phase cancellation. Make sure every installed speaker is correctly phased. -
Rotate the speaker driver towards the listening area and use one hand to push the speaker into the cut-out (again, pay careful attention not to push on the woofer’s cone, this can cause permanent contortion of the voice coil, thus producing mechanical rubbing sound or speaker failure) and the other to turn the screws that engage the installation tabs (see Figure 5). Tighten the tabs in a cross or X-pattern until “snug”. Be careful not to over-tighten the tabs or damage that could result. The speaker should appear flush to the surface.
NOTE
If using a cordless drill/screwdriver, it is suggested that the screws be
turned until almost tight, then finish tightening via a hand screwdriver.
NOTE
A strip of grill adhesive is provided to more securely attach the speaker
grills on final installation. Simply insert several short strips evenly around
the grill slot prior to installing the grill cover. Prior to final
installation of the grill, adjust the tweeter for optimum sound at the
listening area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we link our home theatre to the ceiling speakers?
Yes! While passive models make up the majority of in-ceiling speakers, active variants are becoming more and more common. Installing active speakers in your ceiling has many advantages. The decreased cost of support equipment is one of the largest.
How can I improve the audio quality of my ceiling speakers?
The in-wall or in-ceiling speaker’s airtight backer box will greatly dampen the sound. However, there are ways to make this soundproofing backer box even more useful. You can use two thin layers of MDF or OSB with damping compound sandwiched between them rather than just one layer of either material.
What connects the speakers in the ceiling?
No, ceiling speakers typically function as passive speakers, which means they lack internal amplifiers and are powered by speaker cables connected to an external amplifier. Each ceiling speaker is connected to the binding posts on the amplifier to do this.
Can I install speakers in the walls?
It is possible to install in-ceiling speakers in walls, and they will sound quite similar to in-wall speakers. The size is the main distinction that you’ll see. Typically, in-wall speakers are bigger than in-ceiling speakers.
Can I connect my TV to my ceiling speakers?
Every TV will have some sort of connected audio output. It will most likely be a digital optical output presently. You may set your TV to line output, connect an analogue cable from your TV to the amplifier, and plug it in to start enjoying TV sound through your ceiling speaker system.
Do ceiling speakers play music well?
Ceiling speakers are indeed excellent for playing music. Similar to being at a concert hall or live music event, they have the power to immerse you in a surround sound experience.
Are receivers required for in-ceiling speakers?
It is necessary to connect passive in-ceiling speakers to a receiver or amplifier. Speakers installed in walls and ceilings are typically passive speakers. They are thus not required to be connected to a power source. They just require a connection to a receiver or amplifier that can also serve as a power supply.
How far apart are ceiling speakers?
If the speakers are too far apart, the music will play in some areas of the room too loudly and in others too softly. In larger rooms, use two speaker pairs for balanced sound. We advise keeping in-wall and ceiling speakers at least 18 to 24 inches away from one another.
How is the projector connected to the ceiling speakers?
The audio source, the wiring, or the speakers themselves may be the issue. To test if the source is the issue, you could switch the connections at the source. For example, unplug a connection from a speaker that is working and attach it to the problematic speaker.
How can my speakers be made louder?
Locate the device’s equalization settings by going to your Android phone’s settings and choosing “Sounds and Vibration.” From this point, you can change several settings to obtain a louder or more appropriate sound.
Can I add Bluetooth to my ceiling speakers?
Bluetooth ceiling speakers can be used to play music from mobile devices and are simple to use. Similar to installing normal speakers, which necessitate a full receiver and amplifier, installing these speakers is rather straightforward.