MARTIN LOGAN Statement 40XW Flagship Performance In-Wall Line Source Speaker Installation Guide

Driver Assembly Manual

WARNING!

• Refer servicing to a qualified technician.
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this module to moisture.
• Turn the amplifier off should any abnormal conditions occur.
• Do not drive speaker beyond its rated power.

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Per the European Union WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) directive effective August 13, 2005, we would like to notify you that this product may contain regulated materials which upon disposal, according to the WEEE directive, requires special reuseand recycling processing. For this reason, Martin Loganhas arranged with our distributors in European Union member nations to collect and recycle this product at no cost to you.

To find your local distributor, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased this product, email [email protected] or visit the distributor locator at www.martinlogan.com. Please note, only this product itself falls under the WEEE directive. When disposing of the packaging and other related shipping materials, we encourage you to recycle these items through the usual channels.

Content Check List

A complete Statement 40XW is shipped in 3 boxes. This manual refers to box 3 of 3 which is the Driver Assembly. The Statement 40XW Driver Assembly contains the following items.
Should you require assistance, please call our service department at 785-749-0133.
40XW Driver Assembly • Front Baffle Trim • Speaker Grille Cover • Extra Grille Scrim • Trim Pieces • Machine Screws 4x Brass Screws • MartinLogan Logo Badge and Template

Connection

WARNING! Turn your amplifier off before making or breaking any signal connections!
The amplifier is connected to the Statement 40XW through the binding posts located on the top or bottom of the in wall back box. 4 brass screws on the front of the speaker baffle are used to establish the connection with the amplifier.

See pg . 11 for additional details on making this connection .

Protect your investment

• Use an amp that approximately matches the speaker’s specified power handling.
• To avoid damage, turn down the volume of the speaker is distorting, sounds harsh, or the bass begins to break up.
• Tone controls and equalizers may increase the likelihood of distortion, especially at high volumes. Use these setting sparingly.

Break-In

When you first begin to play your speakers, they may sound a bit bass shy, due to the high quality, long-life components used in the drivers. Allow approximately 72 hours of break-in at 90 dB (moderate listening levels) before any critical listening.

Speaker Placement

Achieving Superior Imaging

For best performance and imaging, place the speakers equidistant to the primary listening position. It is recommended that the primary listening position be 1x -2x the distance between the speakers for optimal imaging. For example, if your speakers are 10 feet apart, then the optimal listening distance is between 10 and 20 feet away. Guidance for speaker height can be found on page 6 in the “PreInstallation Checklist” section.

Balancing Hard vs. Soft Surfaces Improves High- and Mid-Frequency

Performance

Rooms that are “overdamped” with carpeting, drapes, and other sound absorbers can cause your system to be dull and lifeless. On the other hand, rooms can have so many hard surfaces that the system sounds like a gymnasium. Experiment by adding or removing soft surfaces until you find a mix that is right for you.

Painting the Speaker Grille

IMPORTANT! Before painting, remove the grille from speakers and remove the cloth scrim attached inside the grille. The speaker includes an extra scrim.

1. Remove the grille from the speaker. A protective cloth scrim is attached to the back of the grille with a low-tack adhesive. Remove this scrim by gently pulling it away from the grille and discard it.

2. Paint the grille, being careful not to plug the holes. Allow the paint to dry completely before proceeding.
   IMPORTANT! For best results use a spray rather than a brush or roller.

3. Gently press the new scrim into place before reinstalling the speaker grille.

Pre-Installation Checklist

NOTE: This is the second part of the Installation process.
Do not proceed until all steps in the “In-wall Back Box Manual” have been completed.

If using the Statement On-Wall Enclosure you may proceed from Step 17.

Required Tools:
-3/32 Hex Bit (Not Included)
-5/32 Hex Bit (Not Included)
-Power Drill
-#2 Philips Bit
-#2 Hand Screwdriver
-Medium Grit Sanding Sponge
PLEASE NOTE: INSTALLATION IS A 2 PERSON JOB.

Part Identification

1. Driver Assembly
2. Baffle Protector
3. Handles
4. Trim Baffle
5.  End Trim
6. Side Trim
7. Grille

Speaker Installation

DRIVER ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION PREPARATION

16a To prepare the back box for the driver assembly installation, first remove the positioning brackets, 2 corner brackets, and 4 side brackets using a Phillips screwdriver. These brackets are held in place with 2 screws each.
16b Remove the 10 screws securing the positioning board and then carefully remove it from the back box.

ATTACH TRIM PIECES

17a Before applying the trim pieces, check the interior metal edge of the install board opening. Sand away any sheetrock mud buildup so the trim will sit flush with the surface. 17b Using #2 Phillips screwdriver. apply the top and bottom trim pieces first, using the supplied machine screws. (These screws will be in the trim packaging.)
17c Apply the side trim pieces the same way as the top and bottom pieces.
NOTE: If using the optional on-wall enclosure instead of the in-wall installation method, please ignore any references to sheetrock or sheetrock mud, as they only apply to the in-wall method of installation. All other steps apply to both methods of installation.

MOUNTING THE DRIVER ASSEMBLY

THIS STEP REQUIRES 2 PEOPLE TO COMPLETE SAFELY

18a With 2 people, lift the driver assembly from its packaging using the attached handles.
18b With 2 people, carefully seat the driver assembly into the back box by guiding the driver assembly alignment pins into the mating holes on the back box. Be careful not to damage the wall surface during this step.
18c While 1 person continues to hold the driver assembly securely in place, the other should install the included 8-32 screws through the driver assembly into the back box. These specific locations are marked as “through” holes in the attached plastic baffle protector. (3/32 hex driver bit required for machine screws. Not included)
18d Once all 8-32 screws have been tightened, the driver assembly is now securely attached to the back box. The person holding the driver assembly in place can now let go.
18e You may now safely remove the handles and plastic baffle protector from the driver assembly. (Handle removal will require the 5/32 hex driver bit. Not included.)
NOTE: Left channel orientation shown here. Right channel will be mirrored.

SECURING THE DRIVER ASSEMBLY

19a After removing the handles and baffle protector, secure the remaining (27 total) included machine screws.
19b To establish the speaker wire connection with the backbox, carefully tighten the included brass contact screws with a Phillips screwdriver. There are a total of (4) brass contact screws that need to be installed. 2 on top, and 2 on the bottom.  These screw holes are located directly above the top bass driver and directly below the bottom bass driver.

19c The binding posts located on the front of the Driver Assembly should only be used for temporary/troubleshooting purposes and are not intended to be used during normal operation and can otherwise be ignored.

NOTE: The speaker will not play if these screws are not installed.

ATTACH THE FRONT BAFFLE TRIM

20a Carefully align the front baffle trim over the drivers and press firmly in place to secure.

(OPTIONAL): APPLY THE LOGO BADGE

21a Using the included badge application template, attach the logo to the front baffle trim. This step is optional.

(OPTIONAL): APPLY THE SPEAKER GRILLE

22a Gently place the speaker grille over the front baffle, ensuring a proper fit. The grille is secured with magnets and may be removed at any time, as desired. For those wanting to display the drivers of the Statement 40XW, the grille can remain off. For installations behind an acoustically transparent screen, it is recommended that the grille remain off. 

DIMENSIONS

Specifications

multi-section cone with Nomex® backer and cast aluminum basket, sealed back chamber format. Concave dust cap
Low-Frequency Drivers| Eight 6.5-inch (16.5 cm) unidirectional carbon fiber multi-section cone with Nomex® backer and cast aluminum basket, sealed back chamber format. Concave dust cap
Binding Post Inputs| Push style (two sets for easy installation)
Crossover Components| Custom air core coil inductors, polypropylene film capacitors, and low DF electrolytic capacitors.
Suitable Amplifier Range| 50–800 watts
Max Power Handling| 400 watts
Weight| 150 lb (68.1 kg)
Required Wall Cavity| (width) Minimum: 14.5 inch (368 mm)
Maximum: 16.5 inch (420 mm)
Required Wall Cavity| .(height, unobstructed) Minimum: 89 inch (2260 mm)
Required Wall Cavity| (depth) Minimum: 3.5 inch (89 mm)
Enclosure (width x height x depth, excludes padding)| 14.3 x 84.2 x 3.4 inch (361 x 2137 x 86mm)
Grille (height x width)| 11.5 x 59.5 inch (292 x 1511 mm)

*Specifications are subject to change without notice

Lawrence, Kansas, USA tel 785.749.0133 fax 785.749.5320 www.martinlogan.com
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References

• MartinLogan | Premium HiFi Speakers for Home Theater & Stereo

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