SONOS 616IC8 In Ceiling Speakers Installation Guide

SONOS 616IC8 In Ceiling Speakers

Product Information

• Product: SONOSINCEILING by SONANCE Speakers
• Box Contents:
  • (2) SONOS In-Ceiling Speakers
  • (2) Paintable Grilles
  • (2) Mounting Cut-out Templates

Product Usage Instructions

Before Installation

1. Determine the location for the speaker following the Speaker Placement guidelines provided.
2. Perform an obstructions survey using a stud finder to ensure no obstacles like studs, conduit, pipes, etc., will interfere with the speaker.
3. Cut the mounting hole using a keyhole or drywall saw and run the speaker wires to the amplifier location. Consult local building codes before running speaker wires through ceilings.

Installation Steps

1. Ensure stray strands do not touch each other to prevent short-circuits that can damage the amplifier.
2. Connect the speaker wires to the terminals by pushing down the top of each terminal to open the connector and insert the wires.
3. Adjust the tension of the Roto-Lock clamps for a proper fit ensuring the speaker frame is flat against the ceiling.
4. Insert the speaker into the mounting hole ensuring proper accommodation of ceiling material thickness by adjusting toggle feet if needed.
5. Secure the speaker in place by allowing the lock toggle feet to automatically rotate and clamp the speaker firmly.
6. Attach the microtrim grille to the speaker frame using magnets, ensuring it makes contact with the wall all around the speaker.

FAQ

Q: What should I do if I encounter resistance when clamping the speaker with the lock toggle feet?
A: If you encounter resistance, ensure that the toggle feet are adjusted properly and try again. If the issue persists, reach out to customer support for assistance.

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing SONOS IN-CEILING by SONANCE Speakers. When properly installed, your new speakers will give you years of entertainment pleasure. SONOS IN-CEILING by SONANCE speakers also feature exclusive audio enhancements designed for Sonos Amp. See “Unlocking Sonos Audio Enhancements” for instructions.

Box Contents

• (2) SONOS In-Ceiling Speakers
• (2) Paintable Grilles
• (2) Mounting Cut-out Templates

Speaker Placement

• Stereo Speaker Placement (2-Channel System)
  Place the left and right speakers anywhere from 6 – 10 feet (1.8m – 3m) apart, with the main listening position as close to midway between the speakers as possible.

• (For 6.5” In-Ceiling only) In some cases pivoting the woofer and tweeter assembly of each speaker directly towards the main listening position will help maximize the stereo soundstage.

Use the left and right speaker placement in Figures 2 and 3, on the left side of the image, as a guide.

Home Theater Speaker Placement

Surround Speakers

• Locate the left and right surround speakers 2 – 6 feet (0.6
  • 1.8m) behind the listening position. The speakers should be 6
  • 10 feet (1.8 – 3m) apart (see Figure 2).

Before Installation

1. Determine the location for the speaker (see Speaker Placement above).
2. Perform an obstruction survey using a stud finder to be certain that there are no studs, conduit, pipes, heating, ducts, pocket doors, or air returns in the ceiling cavity that will interfere with the speaker. If you are unsure about obstructions, drill a small hole in the center of the outline and insert a coat hanger wire into the hole to feel around for possible obstructions.
3. Cut the mounting hole using a keyhole or drywall saw, and run the speaker wires from the mounting hole to the amplifier location.

NOTE: CONSULT LOCAL BUILDING CODES BEFORE RUNNING SPEAKER WIRES THROUGH CEILINGS.

Installation

SONOS In-Ceiling by Sonance features an integral Roto-Lock® mounting system for quick mounting directly into existing ceilings.

1. Strip 1/4 – 1/2” (6 – 12mm) of insulation from each speaker lead. Twist the strands or tin the exposed wire with solder to ensure that there are no stray strands.
   NOTE: STRAY STRANDS THAT TOUCH EACH OTHER CAN CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT THAT CAN DAMAGE THE AMPLIFIER.

2. The speaker’s terminals are spring-loaded. Push the top of each terminal down to open the connector and insert the exposed wires into the holes in the spring terminals.
   The speaker’s positive spring terminal is labeled with a red dot; the negative spring terminal is labeled with a black dot. Double-check that you connected amplifier “+” to the speaker “+” and amplifier “–” to speaker “–”.

3. Make sure all the Roto-Lock toggle feet are retracted so that they are tucked within the mounting hole’s border. Insert the speaker into the hole in the ceiling (see Figure 5). The Roto-Lock system can accommodate a ceiling material thickness of 1-1/4” (32mm) with the toggle foot cap removed the system can accommodate a ceiling material thickness of 1-7/8” (48mm).

4. When installing into double drywall or other thicker ceiling materials, you may need to remove part of the two-piece toggle feet. Use a small screwdriver to gently release the two locking levers (see Figure 4).

5. Tighten the screws on the front of the speaker baffle. The Roto-Lock toggle feet will automatically rotate into position and begin clamping the speaker (see Figure 6). When you notice resistance on the screws the speaker has been clamped successfully.

   • IMPORTANT: ALWAYS USE LOW TORQUE SETTINGS; NEVER OVER-TIGHTEN.
   • NOTE: ADJUST THE TENSION OF THE ROTO-LOCK CLAMPS SO THAT THE SPEAKER FRAME IS FLAT. THIS WILL HELP ENSURE THAT THE GRILLE CONTACTS THE CEILING AROUND THE SPEAKER FOR A PROPER FIT.

6. The micro-trim grille is held in place by several small, powerful magnets on the speaker frame. Place the grille against the speaker and the magnets will hold it firmly in place. When properly installed, the grille trim should make contact with the wall around the speaker.

Speaker Adjustments

• Pivoting Woofer and Midrange/Tweeter (For 6.5” In-Ceiling only) SONOS In-Ceiling speakers have a pivoting woofer and a pivoting tweeter assembly. If you’re using the speakers in stereo or as the front left/center/right speakers in a home theater, pivot the drivers directly toward the listening area.
• If you’re using the speakers as surround channel speakers in a home theater, pivot the drivers towards a wall or window, away from the listeners.
• To pivot the drivers apply light pressure to the ring around the outside edge of the woofer cone and tweeter dome, as shown in Figure 7. Take care not to touch or apply pressure to the cone itself.

Connection

Connect Speakers to SONOS Amp to Unlock SONOS Audio Enhancements
Sonos In-Ceiling by Sonance speakers includes exclusive audio enhancements when used with a Sonos Amp. Use the free Sonos app to unlock them.

Audio Enhancements Include:

• Custom EQ settings
• Gain adjustment
• Dynamic bass extension
• Signal limiting/loudspeaker protection
• Trueplay tuning

Sonos App Set-Up

1. Download the Sonos mobile app from the app store on a mobile device.
2. Open the app and follow the prompts to set up your Sonos system.
3. After Amp is set up, go to Room Settings and choose the room your speakers are in.
4. Select Advanced Audio -> Detect Sonos Architectural to unlock the audio enhancements.
5. After successful detection, select Trueplay from the room menu to perform Trueplay tuning.

Grille Painting Instructions

Before You Begin
SONOS by Sonance In-Wall and In-Ceiling speaker grilles completely cover the exposed speaker frame, so only the grilles (not the speakers themselves) require painting.

IMPORTANT:
IF THE WALL OR CEILING WILL BE PAINTED AFTER THE SPEAKERS ARE INSTALLED, THE SPEAKER FLANGE AND BAFFLE MUST BE MASKED BEFORE PAINTING THE WALL OR CEILING.

Preparing The Grille For Painting
Carefully remove the scrim cloth from the underside of the grille. The scrim cloth is held in place with a light tacking glue. Use a heating agent such as a heat gun or hair dryer to soften the glue and carefully remove the cloth, since you will need to replace it when you’re done painting the grille. Be careful not to deform the cloth’s shape while removing it – this will make it very difficult to properly replace the cloth on the grille. Remove any adhesive residue from the back of the grille before beginning painting.

Painting The Grille

1. Prime the grille with a metal primer/bonder in a spray can. Carefully follow the manufacturer’s directions on the can.

2. We recommend using water-based latex paint on the grilles. Thin the paint with a proper thinning agent to a ratio of 1:1 paint-to-thinner, and strain it through a standard mesh strainer to remove any lumps.
   IMPORTANT: DUE TO ITS INCREASED DURABILITY, OIL-BASED PAINT SHOULD BE CONSIDERED FOR VP EXTREME SERIES SPEAKERS THAT ARE INSTALLED OUTDOORS.

3. Use a small touch-up gun or cap-spray gun with a #3 tip for painting.

   • (A) Set the nozzle with a medium to wide fan
   • (B) Set the pressure regulator to 60psi
   • (C) Lightly spray the front of the grille in 3 quick strokes from approximately 10 inches away
   • (D) Let the paint set for a minute, then turn the grille 90º and lightly spray the grille again in 3 quick strokes. Repeat this step until all four sides of the grille have been evenly painted evenly.

4. While the paint is still wet, inspect the grille and make sure that excess paint has not collected underneath the grille frame, and that none of the grille perforations are filled with paint. If any are, use compressed air to blow the paint out of the perforations.
   IMPORTANT: IF YOU FIND ANY GRILLE PERFORATIONS THAT ARE PLUGGED WITH PAINT AFTER THE PAINT HAS DRIED, USE A STRAIGHT PIN OR SEWING NEEDLE TO CAREFULLY REMOVE THE PAINT.

5. Once the paint has thoroughly dried, replace the scrim cloth on the back of the grille and mount the grille on the speaker.

TWO (2) YEAR WARRANTY

We stand for the quality of our SONOS products. We offer a 2 year full warranty on all products sold. The details of this warranty are set out in our End User License and Warranty Agreement (EULA). A summary of the conditions of the SONOS Warranty is set out below. If there is any conflict between this summary and the EULA, the EULA will control. Your local consumer protection laws may provide additional rules on warranty. The SONOS Warranty does not in any way restrict the rights that you may have under such rules. The SONOS Warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in every SONOS product for two (2) years from the date of shipment from SONOS or the date of the original retail purchase from an Authorised SONOS Dealer. The SONOS warranty does not guarantee that SONOS products will at all times operate without interruption will be error-free, or that all errors may be corrected. If you have a valid claim under the SONOS Warranty and have returned the product by the procedure set out below, we will repair or replace the defective product free of cost. If we determine that the problem is not covered under the SONOS Warranty, we will notify you and inform you of service or replacement alternatives that are available to you for an additional fee. The warranty period is not extended if we repair or replace your product.

Your SONOS Warranty is transferable with ownership, so if you give or sell the SONOS product to someone during the guarantee period, it’s still covered. There are some exclusions to the SONOS Warranty, including but not limited to problems that result from external causes such as accident, abuse or misuse; Use that is not under SONOS’ product instructions; products with missing or altered serial numbers; products that have had their housings opened or are otherwise tampered with; or problems caused by using third party accessories, parts, or components.

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CUT-OUT TEMPLATE

1. Perform an obstruction survey to be certain that there are no joists, conduit, pipes, heating ducts, pocket doors or air returns in the ceiling cavity that will interfere with the speaker.
2. Position this cutout template at the speaker location, then pencil an outline on the ceiling.
3. Cut the mounting hole using a keyhole or drywall saw.
4. Proceed with installation.

For more information, view the product guide at www.sonos.com.

UNLOCK SONOS AUDIO ENHANCEMENTS
When paired with Sonos Amp, your Sonos Architectural speakers benefit from custom DSP and sound optimizations not available with other speaker brands. To enable these exclusive features, open the Sonos app and go to System > [select your Amp] > Detect Sonos Architectural.

This will unlock:

• Frequency response improvements
• Increased bass boost
• Custom limiter protection
• Trueplay™ capability

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