McIntosh WS350 In Wall Loudspeaker System Installation Guide
- June 16, 2024
- McIntosh
Table of Contents
Installation Guide
WS350 In-Wall Loudspeaker System
Installing the Loudspeaker
The WS350 In-Wall Loudspeaker System require at least 3-3/4 inch of wall depth, including the wallboard. It can be mounted into a wall surface with a thickness between 3/8 inch and 1 inch.
Tools and Fasteners Required:
| Phillips Screwdriver | Tape Measure |
|---|---|
| Drywall Saw or Knife | Stud Finder |
| Pencil | Bubble Level |
| Cable Ties |
Parts Included:
- Loudspeaker Baffle (1)
- Frame (1)
- Grille (1)
- Cutout Template (1)
- Clamping Pieces (2)
- Airtight Electrical Connector (1)
- Frame Screws #10-24 x 3 inch (6)
- Baffle Screws #10-24x 1-1/2 inch (6)
- Baffle Box (1)
- Frame Gaskets (2)
- Grille Fasteners (10)
- Painting Mask (1)
- Baffle Washers #8 (6)
Optional Part:
RK320 Rough-In Bracket (designed to provide a cutout and mounting frame for
installation during new construction).
Use of Paint Mask
Set the Paint Mask between the baffle and grille to paint the grille and frame
without getting paint on the baffle and Loudspeaker Elements.
Installing the Frame
The Frame Assembly consists of the frame and two clamping pieces, held
together with six 3 inch screws.
These screws are fully extended to allow pushing the clamping pieces toward
each other so the whole assembly fits into the cutout.
Note: If the optional RK320 Rough-In Bracket has already been installed, go directly to step 3.
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Hold the supplied cutout template against the wall and align it using the bubble level. Tape the aligned template to the wall and trace the opening on the wall.
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Cut out and remove the piece of wallboard. Pull enough Loudspeaker Cable to be able to connect it to the Loudspeaker Baffle while the baffle is still out of the wall.
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Install the two “L” Shaped self adhesive Frame Gaskets to the rear of the frame so that it will be between the frame and the wall. Insert the right side of the assembly into the hole and push it to the right.
This will give enough room to insert the left side of the assembly into the wall. Center the assembly in the opening. -
Push the right side Clamping Piece up against the backside of the wallboard. Tighten the now protruding center screw enough to gently hold the frame in place.
Repeat on the other side of the frame. -
Use the bubble level to assure the frame is correctly positioned, and then tighten all the screws until the frame is securely attached to the wallboard.
Note : To avoid crushing the wallboard, do not over tighten the screws. If the mounting position places the frame near a stud, remove the clamping piece and secure the frame directly to the stud, through the provided holes.
Installing the Baffle Box
Before setting the Baffle Box into the frame, run the Loudspeaker Wire through
the supplied Airtight Electrical Connector and tighten the connector onto the
Loudspeaker Cable. Be sure to pull enough wire through the connector to allow
connection to the crossover network on the back of the Loudspeaker Baffle
while it is still out of the wall.
Set the Baffle Box into the frame.
Note: The Baffle Box may be positioned with the Airtight Electrical
Connector either at the top or bottom.
Connecting the Loudspeaker
The McIntosh WS350 In-Wall Loudspeaker System utilize Binding Posts for
Loudspeaker Cable Connections.
- Connect a Loudspeaker Cable from the black or negative Loudspeaker Binding Post on the back of the Loudspeaker Baffle to the negative or common output terminal of one channel of the amplifier.
- Connect a Loudspeaker Cable from the red or positive Loudspeaker Binding Post on the back of the Loudspeaker Baffle to the positive or 4 ohm output terminal of the same channel of the amplifier.
Note : Be sure to tighten the Loudspeaker and Amplifier Binding Posts after connecting.
Installing the Loudspeaker Baffle
Place the Loudspeaker Baffle into the frame/box assembly and screw it into
place using the six supplied screws. Hold the baffle in place until at least
two screws are properly secured.
Note: Secure excess Loudspeaker Cable away from woofer cone with cable ties.
Installing the Grille
Line up the outside of the Loudspeaker Grille with the Loudspeaker Baffle. The
Grille is then secured to the Baffle with magnetic fastners.
Installing the Loudspeaker
Thank You
Your decision to own this McIntosh WS350 Inwall Loudspeaker System ranks you
at the very top among discriminating music listeners.
You now have “The Best.”
The McIntosh dedication to “Quality,” is assurance that you will receive many
years of musical enjoyment from this unit.
Please Take A Moment
The serial number, purchase date and McIntosh dealer name are important to you
for possible insurance claim or future service.
The spaces below have been provided for you to record that information:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
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Technical Assistance
If at any time you have questions about your McIntosh product, contact your
McIntosh dealer who is familiar with your McIntosh equipment and any other
brands that may be part of your system. If you or your dealer wish additional
help concerning a suspected problem, you can receive technical assistance for
all McIntosh products at:
McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
2 Chambers Street
Binghamton, New York 13903
Phone: 607-723-1545
Fax: 607-723-3636
Customer Service
If it is determined that your McIntosh product is in need of repair, you can
return it to your Dealer.
You can also return it to the McIntosh Laboratory Service Department. For
assistance on factory repair return procedure, contact the McIntosh Service
Department at:
McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
2 Chambers Street
Binghamton, New York 13903
Phone: 607-723-3515
Fax: 607-723-1917
WS350 Performance Specifications
Driver Complement
8 inch Woofer
4 inch Midrange
Five 1 inch Dome Tweeters
Impedance
4 ohm Nominal
Frequency Response
60Hz – 20kHz + 2dB (Anechoic Response)
Sensitivity
85dB (2.8V/1m)
Crossover Frequencys
300Hz and 1.5kHz
Power Handling
200 Watts Maximum
Dimensions
23.5 inches (59.7cm) Height, 14 inches (35.5cm) Width, 3.65
inches (9.3cm) Depth
Finish
White Primer Coat
Weight (each)
25 pounds (11.3kg) net, 32 pounds (14.5kg) in shipping carton
McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
2 Chambers Street
Binghamton, NY 13903
www.mcintoshlabs.com
The continuous improvement of its products is the policy of McIntosh
Laboratory Incorporated who reserve the right to improve design without
notice.
Printed in the U.S.A.
McIntosh Part No. 04179100
Copyright 2017 © by McIntosh Laboratory, Inc.
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