Acoustic Audio by Goldwood HD516 In-Wall/Ceiling Home Theater Surround 5.1 Speaker System User Manual

Table of Contents

1. Package Contents
2. Installation
3. Speaker Connections
4. Setting Up the Passive Subwoofer
5. Troubleshooting Tips
6. Frequently Asked Questions

1. Package Contents

• 2 x HD-650 Wall Speakers
• 2 x HD-6 Ceiling Speakers
• 1 x HD-6C Wall Center Channel Speaker
• 1 x HDS10 Wall Passive Subwoofer

2. Installation

Before installation, make sure you have the following tools:

• Stud finder
• Measuring tape
• Level
• Utility knife
• Phillips screwdriver
• Speaker wire (16-gauge recommended)

Wall Speakers (HD-650) and Center Channel Speaker (HD-6C):

1. Use the stud finder to locate the studs in the wall where you want to install the speakers.
2. Measure and mark the rectangular cutout dimensions for the speakers (7.375" x 10.75" for HD-650; 19.25" x 7.5" for HD-6C).
3. Use the utility knife to carefully cut out the marked area.
4. Run the speaker wire from your receiver or amplifier to the speaker location.
5. Connect the speaker wire to the speaker terminals, ensuring correct polarity (+ to + and - to -).
6. Insert the speaker into the cutout and use the Phillips screwdriver to tighten the clamps, securing the speaker to the wall.
7. Attach the speaker grille.

Ceiling Speakers (HD-6):

1. Use the stud finder to locate the joists in the ceiling where you want to install the speakers.
2. Measure and mark the round cutout diameter (7.875").
3. Use the utility knife to carefully cut out the marked area.
4. Run the speaker wire from your receiver or amplifier to the speaker location.
5. Connect the speaker wire to the speaker terminals, ensuring correct polarity (+ to + and - to -).
6. Insert the speaker into the cutout and use the Phillips screwdriver to tighten the clamps, securing the speaker to the ceiling.
7. Attach the speaker grille.

3. Speaker Connections

Connect the speaker wires from each speaker to the corresponding speaker output terminals on your receiver or amplifier, ensuring correct polarity (+ to + and - to -).

4. Setting Up the Passive Subwoofer

The HDS10 passive subwoofer requires an external subwoofer amplifier (such as the WS1005) to function. Follow these steps to set up the subwoofer:

1. Connect the subwoofer output from your receiver or amplifier to the input of the external subwoofer amplifier.
2. Connect the speaker wire from the subwoofer amplifier's output to the HDS10 subwoofer terminals, ensuring correct polarity (+ to + and - to -).
3. Adjust the subwoofer amplifier settings as needed to achieve the desired bass level.

5. Troubleshooting Tips

• If there is no sound from the speakers, check the connections and ensure that the speaker wires are connected to the correct terminals with the proper polarity.
• If the sound quality is poor or distorted, check the speaker wire connections and ensure that the wires are not damaged or frayed.
• If the subwoofer is not producing sufficient bass, ensure that the external subwoofer amplifier is connected and functioning properly. Adjust the amplifier settings as needed.
• If the speaker grille keeps falling off, use a small amount of adhesive to secure it in place. Be cautious, as this may make it difficult to remove the grille in the future.

6. Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need a separate subwoofer amplifier for the passive subwoofer?

A: Yes, the HDS10 passive subwoofer requires an external subwoofer amplifier, such as the WS1005, to function properly.

Q: Can I paint the speaker grilles to match my wall color?

A: Yes, you can paint the speaker grilles to match your wall color. Be sure to use a light coat of paint to avoid clogging the grille holes.

Q: What gauge speaker wire is recommended for these speakers?

A: It is recommended to use 16-gauge speaker wire for optimal performance.

Q: Can I install these speakers in an outdoor setting?

A: These speakers are designed for indoor use only and are not recommended for outdoor installations.

Product FAQ:

Q: What is included in the Acoustic Audio by Goldwood HD516 In-Wall/Ceiling Home Theater Surround 5.1 Speaker System?
A: The package includes a complete 6 piece in-wall and in-ceiling speaker set, including 2 HD-650 wall speakers, 2 HD-6 ceiling speakers, 1 HD-6C wall center channel 3-way speaker, and 1 HDS10 wall passive sub speaker.

Q: What are the specifications of the speakers?
A: The speakers have a frequency response range of 30Hz-22kHz (HD-650), 32Hz-22kHz (HD-6), and 33Hz-22kHz (HD-6C). They have an impedance of 8ohm and a power rating of 20-350 watts (HD-6C) and 20-300 watts (HD-650, HD-6, HDS10). The woofers are made of woven fiber bulletproof material with butyl rubber surrounds, while the tweeters are pivoting titanium.

Q: Is the subwoofer single voice coil or dual voice coil?
A: The subwoofer is single voice coil.

Q: Do the speakers come with grills to cover the actual speaker?
A: Yes, they come with white push-in grills. However, the yellow speaker is visible through the grill if you are directly in front of it.

Q: Does it come with all wires for setup?
A: No, wires are not included.

Q: How do the rear round speakers hook up? These 2 speakers do not have the red and black port.
A: Two of the wires provided have little connector ends that slide on. That connection type is usually used for car speakers. You can google "car speakers" for more information.

Q: What else do I need to buy to get these speakers to work?
A: You will need to cut holes in your ceiling, so you need the tools for that. Otherwise, the package comes with everything including speaker wire. However, you may opt to use a larger gauge of wire on your system.

Q: Can the passive subwoofer be plugged directly into the Yamaha RX-A850 and used? If not, how do you use it?
A: All passive subwoofers would need a separate amp.

Q: Do I use normal speaker wire to connect the in-wall sub? Most of the in-wall gang boxes have a coax port in back.
A: Yes, you can use normal speaker wire from your subwoofer amp to the in-wall subwoofer.

Q: Do the speakers come in different colors?
A: There is another model with black instead of yellow, but it is of lesser quality (and lower price).

Q: Will the subwoofer need a subwoofer cable? Or can I use speaker wire with banana plugs?
A: No, you will need speaker wire, but you can put banana connectors on one end to connect to an amp. It needs its own amp connected to your sub amp input on the receiver. You won't need its own amp if you have a second amp built-in.