KHO-7 Premium Outdoor Speaker
Owner’s Manual

PLACEMENT

There are a number of applications where the Klipsch KH0-7 is the perfect solution for outdoor sound – patios, decks, swimming pools, porches or any other place where exposure to the elements makes conventional loudspeaker usage unacceptable.

Many of the placement recommendations for indoor use also apply in outdoor applications. The most common difference is the desire or needs to mount the speakers above ear level on a wall or under an overhang. To achieve the best performance from your KH0-7, place both speakers on the same wall facing the listening area and space them 6-15 feet apart. For a higher quality stereo image, angle down, or toe-in the speakers toward the primary listening area. This is especially important in installations that place the speaker well above ear level. Some additional bass will result if you place the speakers in a corner or near a wall: This provides greater bass coupling due to the additional reflected energy from the walls.

WALL MOUNTING

Included with your KH0-7 speakers are “C”-style mounting brackets that provide tremendous placement flexibility. Constructed of weather-resistant powder­ coated aluminum to ensure years of reliable service, these brackets are the recommended method of mounting and supporting your speakers. The bracket is attached to the speaker with the supplied low profile knobs, which thread into the top and bottom of the cabinet. This allows the speaker to be angled to the left or right when mounted vertically, or up and down when mounted horizontally.

After determining the desired location and orientation of your KH0-7, remove the bracket from the loudspeaker and use it as a template to mark the location of the mounting holes. Check the alignment of the holes with a torpedo level before drilling the properly sized pilot hole at the marked locations. Use

10-12, 2.5-3″ long pan head screws to attach the bracket to a wall stud.

Affix the speaker to the bracket with the supplied knobs. Be sure to leave enough clearance between the end of the bracket and any adjacent wall or ceiling for the installation of the knobs.

If a wall stud is not available, use the appropriate type of drywall or masonry anchor to support the weight of the speaker, allowing for a generous safety margin. Please consult your dealer, custom installer, or building contractor in these situations.

USE OF THE PORT PLUG

A vinyl port plug is included for installations that may expose the KH0-7 to extremely wet weather conditions. The internal components are water-resistant. however, it is best to avoid having standing water inside the cabinet whenever possible. To insert the plug, gently pry off the metal grille taking care not to bend it or chip the paint.
Insert the closed end of the plug into the port until the fit is snug. DO NOT use excessive force! Use of the port plug will result in a slight loss in the bass frequencies but will make your speakers more weather-resistant and ensure a long and trouble-free life.

HOW TO CONNECT

Switch your electronics OFF when making all connections! Connect your KH0-7 speakers to the “Front” or “Main” left and right channels of your system’s power amplifier. Be sure to observe proper polarity(+ to+ and – to-) and avoid having excess bare wire at the connectors, which could short together causing possible amplifier damage. Refer to  “About Speaker Wire Connections”

ABOUT SPEAKER WIRE CONNECTIONS

When making any type of speaker wire connection, be sure to observe proper polarity. Most speaker wire is color-coded or has some distinguishing feature differentiating the two conductors. Speaker wire connectors on most loudspeakers and amplifiers are also color-coded. Typically, Red is positive(+) and Black is negative(-), or ground. It does not matter which wire conductor is connected to the positive or negative connections of your equipment as long as you are consistent. Be sure that the connections from the amp to the speaker on all of the various channels of your system are connected in a like manner. If this is not done, the amount of bass will be reduced and the stereo image will be compromised. Be careful not to have excess bare wire or lose strands of wire that could short from positive to negative as this could damage the speaker and amplifier. High-quality speaker cables can make an audible improvement in the sound of your speakers. Your Klipsch dealer can assist you in selecting the proper cable to ensure optimal performance from your loudspeakers.

PAINTING

The grille and cabinet of your KH0-7 may be painted to match the exterior decor of your house or to blend in with the surrounding environ·ment. For best results, properly prepare the surface before painting. Lightly sand all surfaces to be painted (cabinet and grille) with 300-400 grit sandpaper. Wash these surfaces with a moistened cloth dipped in a mild detergent to remove any fingerprints or grease. Allow drying before painting.

Care must be taken to mask off the front of the speaker to protect the tweeter, woofer and front panel from over-spray. This will maintain the existing uniform dark color behind the grille and protect the woofer and tweeter from being damaged by the paint. Affix masking tape to the inboard wall of the grille groove and attach plastic or newspaper to the tape to cover the entire front panel of the speaker. Also before painting, mask the speaker wire binding posts on the rear of the cabinet to preserve the color- coding, and conductivity. Make sure that the black and red knobs are screwed down to cover the threaded metal shafts and wrap the knobs securely in masking tape.

Remove the grille before painting. For best results, use several light coats of paint instead of one heavy coat. This will help prevent the perforations in the grille from becoming clogged in paint.

GREAT SOUND IN ANY WEATHER

With a 5.25” poly cone woofer and a Tractrix horn-loaded 1” silk dome compression driver, the KHO-7 provides exceptional sound for your outdoor space using the same design principles as our high-performance home theater and professional cinema speakers.

TRACTRIX HORN TECHNOLOGY

For decades, our proprietary Tractrix horn design has brought high ef ciency, low distortion, and superb dynamics to every Klipsch product. The 90° x 40° Tractrix® Horn geometry utilized in the KHO-7 provides exceptional efficiency and detail while focusing the sound on your listening space.

ALL-WEATHER DURABILITY

The KHO-7 utilizes a UV-resistant rustproof ABS cabinet along with rustproof aluminum grille and hardware so it will withstand the elements in any season – providing you with a great outdoor sound year in and year out.

EASY, SECURE INSTALLATION

The KHO-7 mounts easily and securely to any outdoor surface with the included rustproof aluminum C-bracket. Simply mount the bracket with wood screws, then attach the speaker using the included nuts, which allow for easy placement and aiming with a secure hold to prevent sagging or shifting over time.

SPECIFICATIONS

Tractrix® Horn
CROSSOVER FREQUENCY| 2800Hz
ENCLOSURE MATERIAL/TYPE| Rust Proof ABS Cabinet with Aluminum Grille and Hardware
DIMENSIONS| 12.25″ (31.1cm) x 6.75″ (17.2cm) x 8.25″ (21cm)
WEIGHT| 6 lbs (2.7kg)
FINISH| White
BUILT FROM| 2004

OUTDOOR
SPEAKERS 

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!

1. READ these instructions.
2. KEEP these instructions.
3. HEED all warnings.
4. FOLLOW all instructions.
5. CLEAN ONLY with a dry cloth.
6. DO NOT block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
7. DO NOT install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
8. DO NOT defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wider blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fil into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
9. PROTECT the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
10. ONLY USE attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
11. USE only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid “1lf injury from tip·over.
12. UNPLUG this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13. REFER all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
14. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle.
15. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.
16. Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords beyond their rated capacity, which could cause an electric shock or fire

The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock to persons.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

WARNING; Voltages in this equipment are hazardous to life.
No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this device.

FCC AND CANADA EMC COMPLIANCE INF”ORMATION
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class 8 digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. II this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception. which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the  user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Approved under the verification provision of FCC Part 15 as a Class B Digital Device.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this device.
Caution: To comply with the limits of the Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules, this device is to comply with Class B limits. All peripherals must be shielded and grounded. Operation with non-certified peripherals or non· shielded cables my result in interference to radio or reception.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(8) Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

EU COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
Eligible to bear the CE mark, Conforms to European
Union Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and 2006/95/EC;
Conforms to European Union EMC Directives 89/336/EEC and 2004/108/EC.

WEEE NOTICE
Note: This mark applies only to countries within the European Union(EU) and Norway.

This application is labeled in accordance with European Directive 2002/96/EC concerning waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This label indicates that this product should not be disposed of with household waste. It should be deposited at an appropriate facility to enable recovery and recycling.

WARRANTY – U.S.

Klipsch Group, Inc, (KGI) warrants to the original retail purchaser that this product is to be free from defective materials and workmanship for the life of the product if it is properly used and maintained. If this product proves defective in either material or workmanship, KGI, at its option, will (a) repair the product, or (b) replace the product, at no charge for parts or labor. If the product model is no longer available and cannot be repaired effectively or replaced with an identical model, KGI at its sole option may replace the unit with a current model of equal or greater value. In some cases, modification to the mounting surface may be required where a new model is substituted. KGI assumes no responsibility or liability for such modification. To obtain a repair or replacement under the terms of this warranty, please return to the dealer first, if possible, and the dealer will direct you accordingly for repairs or replacement. You will be required to submit a copy of the original receipt.

Return shipping for exchanges/repairs is the sole responsibility of the original retail purchaser.

Limitations:

• This limited warranty does not cover failure of the product resulting from improper installation, misuse, abuse, or accident. neglect, mishandling, or wear from ordinary use or environmental deterioration.
• This limited warranty does not cover cosmetic damage, including paint damage, or consequential damage to other components or premises which may result for any reason from the failure of the product.
• This limited warranty is null and void for products not used in accordance with KGl’s instructions.
• This limited warranty is null and void for products with altered or missing serial numbers and for products not purchased from an authorized dealer.
• This limited warranty terminates if you sell or otherwise transfer this product to another party.

THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE,  JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION, OR COUNTRY TO COUNTRY. KGl’S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS  LIMITED TO REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR AS SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THE  PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PAR· PARTICULAR PURPOSE,  ARE LIMITED IN TIME TO THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY. SOME STATES, JURISDICTIONS, OR COUNTRIES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OR LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION LASTS. SO THIS  LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. KGI DOES NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY FOR SPECIAL. INDIRECT. CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES.  INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION. ANY LIABILITY FOR THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES OR FOR PRODUCTS NOT  BEING AVAILABLE FOR USE. THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY FOR WHICH KGI MAY BE RESPONSIBLE WILL BE NO MORE THAN THE AMOUNT  YOU PAID FOR THE PRODUCT THAT IS THE SUBJECT OF THE CLAIM. SOME STATES. JURISDICTIONS OR COUNTRIES DO NOT ALLOW THE  EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF SPECIAL. INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION  MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

WARRANTY OUTSIDE THE U.S.
The Warranty on this product shall comply with applicable law when sold to a consumer outside of the United States. To obtain any applicable warranty service. please contact the dealer from which you purchased this product. or the distributor that supplied this product.

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