Russound AW70V6mk2 Surface Mount Indoor-Outdoor Speakers Instruction Manual
- June 13, 2024
- Russound
Table of Contents
- INTRODUCTION
- SPEAKER ASSEMBLY
- SPEAKER BACK PANEL
- WIRING INFO – 70V/100V OPERATION
- WIRING INFO – 6 OHM OPERATION
- INSTALLING THE BRACKET ON WALL SURFACE
- INSTALLING THE BRACKET ON POLE
- FINAL ASSEMBLY
- TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- WARRANTY
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
Russound AW70V6mk2 Surface Mount Indoor-Outdoor Speakers Instruction Manual
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for selecting the AW70V6mk2 speakers from Russound.
The AW70V6mk2 speakers are designed to add high quality, custom-tailored sound
for distributed audio systems using either 70V or 100V amplification. With an
easily adjustable weatherproof tap setting switch on the rear panel, these
versatile speakers even include a bypass setting to allow their use as high
performance 6-ohm speakers. Their 1″ titanium dome tweeters combined in a
ported-cabinet design with 6.5″ injection-molded polypropylene woofers,
provide the audio quality that our customers have come to know and expect from
Russound, while rugged enough for even the most extreme outdoor environments.
SPEAKER ASSEMBLY
The bracket has screw slots to accommodate either wall, ceiling and pole- mounted installation options. A “C-slot” bracket design allows for one-handed installation by allowing the bracket to support the speaker’s weight until it is locked into position. Custom, easy-to-turn, weather-resistant knobs provide a versatile and cosmetic finish for the brackets’ attachment points.
SPEAKER BACK PANEL
WIRING INFO – 70V/100V OPERATION
Speaker cable
Wiring speakers for 70V/100V systems is simple and easy. A single run of
2-conductor, stranded wire is run to every speaker location leaving a small
loop (2-3 feet is usually more than sufficient depending on the speakers and
their mounting type) at each speaker location. You can place additional loops
for future expansion or for making speaker location changes if needed.
Note: This is very different from typical low-impedance wiring used for
residential audio installations where a dedicated run of wire goes from each
speaker back to the amplifier/receiver. 70V/100V wiring uses much less wire
and the wire used can be a much higher gauge (thinner wire) even though it is
used in a longer run.
Here is a chart showing some of the differences possible among wire lengths
for both low impedance (4-8) and high impedance (70V/100V) systems:
Note: Unlike traditional residential audio, 70V/100V systems are typically run in mono sound so that only a single two conductor wire run is necessary for the speakers. If you want to use multiple wire runs for zoning speakers or other purposes, each 2-conductor wire needs to be independently run back to its own amplifier or amplifier terminals if using a multi-channel amplifier.
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At each speaker location, cut the loop of wire at the speaker location
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Strip 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) off the end of the cable jacket. Then strip ½-inch (1.3 cm) of insulation off each wire.
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Twist the wire strands together so there are no strands separated from the bundle.
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Connect the wires to the speaker terminals, being sure to observe proper polarity. For standard speaker cable with red and black wires, connect both red wires (the red wire coming from the 70V/100V connection on the amplifier or the previous speaker if there was one AND the red wire going to the next speaker if there is an additional speaker) to the red positive (+) terminal and both black wires (the black wire coming from the COM connection of the 70V/100V amplifier or the previous speaker if there was one AND the black wire going to the next speaker if there is an additional speaker) to the black negative () terminal.
Note: Some speaker cables may have other ways of designating polarity. Cable with a clear jacket has a copper-colored wire for positive and a silver- colored wire for negative. In a cable with white and black wires, the white is positive (70V or 100V) and the black is negative (COM). Cable with both wires the same color may have grooves, ribs, or stripes on the positive wire to identify it. -
Check to make sure there are no stray strands of wire outside the terminals. If there are, remove the wire, twist the strands together, and reconnect the wire to the terminal.
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At the final loudspeaker, the only wires connected will be the ones coming from the previous loudspeaker (or from the amplifier if there is only one speaker in the system).
Adjust the Tap Settings
The AW70V6mk2 speakers have the following tap settings available:
70V: 7.5W, 15W, 30W, 60W 100V: 15W, 30W, 60W 6 (bypasses the internal
transformer)
The tap settings will affect the overall volume of the loudspeaker in the
system. When designing a 70V/100V system, care must be taken not to exceed the
power rating of the amplifier or dangerous clipping may occur. Clipping is the
most common cause of damage to loudspeakers and should be avoided at all
times. The standard rule is to design a system that leaves 20% of the
amplifier’s rated power as a reserve. For example, with a 300-watt amplifier,
speakers should never be set with taps that total higher than 240-watts. The
amplifiers total load is determined by adding the wattage of each speaker.
When thicker wire or exceptionally long wire runs are used, there is an
additional component of current loss due to the cable that can become
significant and must be considered in the calculation. For our example with a
300-watt amplifier, here are the approximate number of speakers that could be
used if each speaker used the following tap settings:
Example: 300-Watt Amplifier (saving 20% for overhead, means 240 usable watts
maximum)
Tap Settings and maximum number of speakers (depending on wire gauge and
length)
7.5W: Max of 28-32 speakers 15W: Max of 14-16 speakers 30W: Max of 7-8
speakers 60W: Max of 3-4 speakers
For a 70V/100V system, most installations are designed to blanket an area
using more loudspeakers at a lower tap setting rather than using fewer
speakers at a higher tap settings. This is done to avoid hot spots where very
loud sound is heard in certain areas and less in others. It is much more
common for 70V speakers to be set at their lowest tap setting than at their
highest, but each installation may require adjustments due to the application
or environment.
You can adjust the tap setting at any time by turning the tap setting knob to
the new position, but make sure not to exceed the amplifier’s total available
wattage when doing so.
WIRING INFO – 6 OHM OPERATION
Speaker cable
The amount of wire needed varies with speaker placement. Label speaker wires with left, right, and location.
Use Russound AW series speaker cable or any reputable brand of 16 to 12 gauge multi-stranded wiring for amplifier- tospeaker connections.
Wire is measured in gauges: the greater the number, the smaller the wire. The gauge of wire needed is determined by the distance between the amplifier/receiver and the speakers. The longer the run, the heavier the gauge needed. Use the following chart as a guide:
Length Minimum Gauge
0′ to 100′ 16
50′ to 150′ 14
100′ to 200′ 12
The standard colors on the terminals are red Positive (+) and black Negative (-). If the wire has transparent insulation, one conductor will be copper- colored (+) and the other silvercolored (-). If the wire has an opaque insulation, the conductors are differentiated by a series of ribs or grooves, a stripe, or dotted line on one conductor. Use and mark these as the Positive (+) conductor.
Tap Setting Knob
When using the AW70V6mk2 speakers with a low impedance system (such as with a
4 or 8 amplifier or receiver), make sure that the tap setting switch is set to
the 6 position. This is the only appropriate setting when using the AW70V6mk2
speakers with a low impedance amplifier.
Prewiring
Run a separate 2-conductor stranded copper speaker cable of at least 16 AWG
(1.5 mm) from the amplifier to each speaker. Be sure to use cable with the
appropriate fire resistance rating for the application.
When running a speaker cable parallel to an AC power cable, keep them at least
12 inches (30 cm) apart to minimize electromagnetic interference. If the
speaker cables must cross AC wiring, cross them at right angles.
Leave about 2 feet (0.6 m) of cable at each end for connecting to the speakers
and amplifier. Label the cables so you will know which cable connects to each
keypad or amplifier output channel.
- Avoid running speaker wires close to house electrical wiring for any distance. If you have to run them parallel, leave two feet between the wiring. Speaker wires should cross AC lines at a 90° angle.
- The entire path between speakers and amplifier should be clear and unobstructed. Confirm the placement for the wall port close to the intended location of the amplifier or receiver.
- Label speaker wires at each end with left and right and location.
Impedance matching for amplifiers and speakers
If you intend to use more than one pair of speakers at a time it’s important
to consider both the impedance of the speakers and the capabilities of the
amplifier or receiver. Not all amplifiers or receivers can safely operate two
sets of speakers at once.
Connecting the speaker
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Strip 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) off the end of the cable jacket. Then strip ½ inch (1.3 cm) of insulation off each wire.
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Twist the wire strands together so there are no strands separated from the bundle.
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Connect the wires to the speaker terminals, being sure to observe proper polarity. For standard speaker cable with red and black wires, connect the red wire to the red positive (+) terminal and the black wire to the black negative () terminal.
Note: Some speaker cables may have other ways of designating polarity. Cable with a clear jacket has a coppercolored wire for positive and a silver-colored wire for negative. In a cable with white and black wires, the white is positive and the black is negative. Cable with both wires the same color may have grooves, ribs, or stripes on the positive wire. -
Check to make sure there are no stray strands of wire outside the terminals. If there are, remove the wire, twist the strands together, and reconnect the wire to the terminal.
INSTALLING THE BRACKET ON WALL SURFACE
Installing the mounting bracket
The speaker can be installed horizontally or vertically. For a horizontal
installation, install the mounting bracket with its end “C” slots at the top.
Also, when installing the speaker outdoors in the horizontal position, locate
the mounting bracket high enough so the front of the speaker will point down
toward the listening area.
Note: The bracket must be securely attached to the mounting surface. For an
exterior plywood wall with siding, use rust resistant screws long enough to
penetrate the siding and plywood. For a standard interior hollow wall, we
recommend screwing the bracket to the wall studs whenever possible. If the
speaker must be mounted between studs, use a minimum of two hollow-wall
anchors to secure the bracket. For a masonry wall, use suitable anchors.
Installation on wood
- Using the mounting bracket as a template, mark the locations of the mounting screws.
2. Drill pilot holes for the screws.
3. For an exterior wall, apply a ring of caulk or sealant around each hole.
4. Screw the bracket to the wall or other surface.
Installation on a hollow wall
- Once you have determined roughly where to mount the speakers, use a stud finder to locate the wall studs and mark their location.
- Using the bracket as a template, mark the mounting screw locations.
- If you are attaching the bracket to studs, use a small drill to make pilot holes for the mounting screws. If you are using hollow-wall anchors, use a drill of the size recommended by the anchor manufacturer.
- Screw the mounting bracket to the wall studs using suitable screws, or secure the wall anchors in the wall and attach the bracket to them.
Installation on masonry
- Using the mounting bracket as a template, mark the locations of the mounting screws.
- Use a masonry drill to make pilot holes for the anchors.
- Insert the suitable masonry anchors into the pilot holes and attach the mounting bracket with screws.
INSTALLING THE BRACKET ON POLE
Installing the mounting bracket on a pole
The speaker can be installed horizontally or vertically on a pole with up to
1″ (2.54 cm) inner diameter with two standard 5/16 x 1-3/8 x 1/2″ U-bolts with
5/16-18″ threads. For a horizontal installation, install the mounting bracket
with its end “C” slots at the top. Also, when installing the speaker outdoors
in the horizontal position, locate the mounting bracket high enough so the
front of the speaker will point down toward the listening area.
Installation on pole
- Pass two standard U-bolts behind the pole and slide bracket over ends.
- Attach bracket with lock washers and bolts, and tighten.
Installation on in-ground pole
The speaker can be mounted on an in-ground pole with buried cable. First,
consult your local utility companies to learn of existing buried cables, pipes
or lines. Be aware of any local building code requirements that may be
applicable.
- Drive a 1″ (2.54 cm) pipe into the ground at the pre-qualified location. Determine the length and location for the cable trench and dig below the frost line. Use either direct buried speaker cable or cable run through conduit.
- Pass two standard U-bolts behind the pole and slide bracket over ends.
- Attach bracket with lock washers and bolts, and tighten.
- Leave about 2 feet of cable at the speaker end for connections and adjustments.
FINAL ASSEMBLY
Attaching the speaker to the bracket
- Attach the knob loosely, allowing about a 1/3″ (8-10mm) gap between the knob and the speaker.
- Insert the speaker onto the mounting bracket.
- Tighten the knobs on both ends.
Russound Logo The Russound logo on the aluminum speaker grille is rotatable for installations where the speaker is installed horizontally instead of vertically. Simply lift the logo slightly until it can rotate, and then rotate it to the desired orientation. Release the logo when finished and it will spring back into position.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Description: 70V/100V Surface Mount Indoor/ Outdoor Speaker Pair
Woofer: 6.5” (16.51cm) Injection-Molded Polypropylene
Tweeter: 1” (2.54cm) Titanium Dome
Dimensions: 11.875″H x 8.5″W x 7.5″D (30 x 21.6 x 19 cm)
Terminals: 12 gauge screwdown terminal
Grille: Powder Coated Aluminum
Bracket: Aluminum
Recommended Power: 10 – 100 watts RMS for low impedance systems
Tap Settings: 7.5W, 15W, 30W, 60W (70V) 15W, 30W, 60W (100V)
6Ω Bypass
Sensitivity: 87 dB
Frequency Response: (+/- 3dB): 55Hz-20kHz
Unit Weight: 9 lbs. (4 kg))
Speaker care
These sealed construction speakers are made of durable materials that need
very little care. Occasionally wipe them with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use
any harsh detergents, chemical solvents, or abrasive materials on your
speakers, and do not spray water or other liquids into the grilles.
WARRANTY
The Russound AW70V6mk2 Speaker is guaranteed against all defects in materials
and workmanship for two (2) years from the date of purchase. During this
period, Russound will replace any defective parts and correct any defect in
workmanship without charge for either parts or labor.
For this warranty to apply, the unit must be installed and used according to
its written instructions. If service is necessary, it must be performed by
Russound. The unit must be returned to Russound at the owner’s expense and
with prior written permission. Accidental damage and shipping damage are not
considered defects, nor is damage resulting from abuse or from servicing by an
agency or person not specifically authorized in writing by Russound.
This Warranty does not cover:
- Damage caused by abuse, accident, misuse, negligence, or improper installation or operation
- Power surges and lightning strikes
- Normal wear and maintenance
- Products that have been altered or modified
- Any product whose identifying number, decal, serial number, etc. has been altered, defaced or removed.
Russound sells products only through authorized Dealers and Distributors to
ensure that customers obtain proper support and service. Any Russound product
purchased from an unauthorized dealer or other source, including retailers,
mail order sellers and online sellers will not be honored or serviced under
existing Russound warranty policy. Any sale of products by an unauthorized
source or other manner not authorized by Russound shall void the warranty on
the applicable product.
Damage to or destruction of components due to application of excessive power
voids the warranty on those parts. In these cases, repairs will be made on the
basis of the retail value of the parts and labor. To return for repairs, the
unit must be shipped to Russound at the owner’s expense, along with a note
explaining the nature of service required. Be sure to pack the unit in a
corrugated container with at least three (3) inches of resilient material to
protect the unit from damage in transit.
Before returning a unit for repair, call Russound at
603-659-5170 for a Return Authorization
number. Write this number on the shipping label and ship to:
Russound
Attn: RA# (Insert your RA number here)
1955 Wehrle Dr
Williamsville NY 14221
Due to continual efforts to improve product quality as new technology and
techniques become available, Russound/FMP, Inc. reserves the right to revise
system specifications without notice.
AW70V6mk2
70V Surface Mount Indoor/Outdoor Speakers Installation Manual
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