On-Q ‎HT5650 Office & Theater, Ceiling Speakers INSTALLATION Guide

On-Q ‎HT5650 Office & Theater, Ceiling Speakers

Introduction

On-Q/Legrand offers three (3) styles of evōQ™ 5000 series Home Theater Speakers; In-Ceiling, Angled In-Ceiling and In-Wall plus a 10” Sub-Woofer. There are two sizes of both the standard In-Ceiling and In-Wall styles (6.5” and 8”) and one size (6.5”) of the Angled In-Ceiling speaker, each with its own part number (as shown to the right). The speakers are optimized for the demands of home theater sound. All models (except the Sub-Woofer) are 2-way speakers that feature Poly woofers and UFLC (Urethane Film Laminated Cloth) Dome tweeters. The In- Ceiling and In-Wall speakers come with dual templates with center markings and paint rings. Optional speaker pre-construction brackets are available for them.

Note: *P/N HT5104, 10” 150W Sub-Woofer and HT5655, 6.5” Angled In-Ceiling speaker is for reference only and NOT part of this instruction sheet. See IS-0260 and IS-0384 (respectfully).

Disclaimer
Make sure you are in compliance with local building codes before installing these speakers.

Description

The On-Q/Legrand evōQ™ 5000 series speakers are made of a 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 a 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.

Installation

Installation of the evōQ™ 5000 speakers 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

NOTE: It is recommended that a minimum of 16 gauges, 2 conductor wires be used for most applications from the amplifier or volume control to the 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.

1. Run x/2 conductor (x=gauge preference) stranded speaker wire from the distribution/volume control to the speaker location (pre-wiring).
2. If an On-Q Speaker Pre-Construction Bracket is to be used, skip to Step “5” and refer to IS-0243 for detailed instructions.
3. If pre-wiring without using the On-Q Pre-Construction Speaker Brackets, leave 4 to 6 feet of wire at the speakers 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 installation of the speakers is intended (see Figure 3)
4. After drywall and/or painting is complete, push wire through hole, center template over hole, mark with a pencil and cut out with a dry- wall knife.
5. 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.
6. 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 both speakers in a space, blocking can be installed to yield the ideal cubic footage for each driver. Insulation would then be put in this space during speaker installation. Refer to blocking chart for details
7. If installing speakers in a space with an attic above it is recommended that the speakers be boxed in with 1/2 inch MDF (medium density fiber board) 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

8″ Speaker (2.1 CuFt)| Blocking Distance
16″ on Center, 2×4| 71.50″
16″ on Center, 2×6| 45.50″
16″ on Center, 2×8| 34.50″
16″ on Center, 2×10| 27.00″
16″ on Center, 2×12| 22.25″
24″ on Center, 2×4| 46.00″
24″ on Center, 2×6| 29.50″

1. After drywall and/or painting is complete, push the speaker wire through hole, center template over hole, mark with a pencil and cut out with a dry-wall knife

2. Hold the speaker with one hand, (if 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 wire in the RED terminal and the negative wire in the BLACK terminal
   NOTE: Wiring both speakers identically as the above instruction states will yield speakers that are “in phase”. If one speaker is wired opposite of the other, the speakers will be “out of phase” with one another. If the speakers are “out of phase” the sound might appear smeared (canned) and a significant loss of bass might be noticeable due to phase Make sure every installed speaker is correctly phased.

3. 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 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.

Speaker Specifications

Angled In-Ceiling
Efficiency| 90dB| 90dB| 90dB| 90dB| 90dB
Power (RMS/Peak)| 75W/150W| 75W/150W| 100W/200W| 100W/2000W| 75W/150W
Frequency Response| 60-20K| 60-20K| 50-20K| 50-20K| 60-20K
Woofer Type| Poly| Poly| Poly| Poly| Poly
Tweeter Type| UFLC| UFLC| UFLC| UFLC| UFLC
Drywall Hole Size| 7.75” dia.| 7.5” x 10.75”| 9.5” dia.| 8.75” x 12.75”| 9.5” dia.

FAQs

Can TV speakers be connected to the ceiling?****

Since TVs don’t have any specific speaker outputs, you can play your TV audio using ceiling speakers but you can’t connect them directly to one another.

How high off the ceiling should speakers are mounted?****

Between 18 and 24 inches In-wall and ceiling speakers should be spaced apart by at least 18 to 24 inches.

How do I play music through the speakers in my ceiling?****

Purchase a multi-zone AV receiver, after which you should attach speaker wires to each speaker with the amp. Selecting an AV receiver with Bluetooth and WiFi built-in will simplify your home audio setup.

Are wall-mounted ceiling speakers possible?****

In-ceiling speakers can be installed in walls and provide a sound that is quite similar to that of in-wall speakers. The major difference you’ll notice is size. In-wall speakers are typically larger than in-ceiling speakers.

Do ceiling speakers have to be enclosed?****

Yes. If a back box is not placed, the sound quality of your in-ceiling speakers will be diminished, which can cause noise pollution in other areas of your home.

How do speakers in ceilings work?****

No, ceiling speakers typically operate as passive speakers, which means that, because they lack built-in amplifiers, they are powered by speaker wires connected to an external amplifier. Each ceiling speaker is connected to the amplifier using the binding posts.

How effectively do the ceiling speakers play music?****

In fact, ceiling speakers are great for playing music. They have the ability to completely immerse you in a surround sound experience, much like being at a concert hall or live music performance.

When are ceiling speakers OK to use?****

It is possible to use ceiling speakers in one room or several. They can be utilised to create sound that is conveniently transportable between several rooms, such as the background music at a sizable gathering. The versatile, unobtrusive surround sound experience they provide both inside and outside will appeal to those who enjoy entertaining.

How are televisions and ceiling speakers connected?****

By putting in an analogue wire from your TV to the amplifier and switching to line output on your TV, you may enjoy TV sound through your ceiling speaker system. 1) The 3.5 mm headphone jack, who was once common on most modern TVs, is no longer present.

Are there good ceiling speakers?****

In fact, ceiling speakers are great for playing music. They have the ability to completely immerse you in a surround sound experience, much like being at a concert hall or live music performance.

Do I require a subwoofer for my ceiling speakers?****

A subwoofer will be useful in handling the bass and low-end frequencies even if ceiling speakers are capable of providing all of them. Additionally, it vastly enhances your sound system’s overall sound quality.

Do I need an amplifier for my speakers?****

You don’t need an amplifier. If the device you use to listen to music is capable of doing it on its own, then having insufficient power is not a problem for you.

How can I connect my amplifier to the ceiling speakers?****

Create a passageway for the wires to pass through. Shut off the breaker after making sure the amplifier is unplugged. Connect the wiring. Start attaching the wires to the speaker terminals in the ceiling. Connect the other end of the wires to the amplifier’s terminals. Try it out by turning on your breaker.

How many ceiling speakers are required for each room?****

For a more even sound, rooms bigger than 3 × 3 metres and bigger than 5 x 5 metres should use one ceiling speaker pair and two pairs, respectively.

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