Acoustic Audio by Goldwood CS-IC83 8” 3-Way In Ceiling Home Theater Speaker System User Manual

Table of Contents

1. Package Contents
2. Installation
3. Connecting to Home Audio Receiver or Amp
4. Painting the Speaker Grills
5. Troubleshooting Tips
6. FAQs

1. Package Contents

• 5 Acoustic Audio by Goldwood CS-IC83 speakers
• Removable grills
• Cut-out templates
• Instruction manual

2. Installation

1. Choose the desired location for your speakers, ensuring there are no obstructions behind the drywall, such as electrical wires or pipes.
2. Place the cut-out template on the ceiling and trace the outline with a pencil.
3. Using a drywall saw, carefully cut out the traced hole.
4. Insert the speaker into the hole, making sure the spring-loaded raw wire connections are accessible.
5. Use the pressure lock mounting system to clamp the speaker tight to the drywall. The speaker should fit snugly, but not too tight, to avoid warping the frame.
6. Once the speaker is secure, connect the raw speaker wire to the spring-loaded terminals, ensuring proper polarity (+ to +, - to -).
7. Attach the grill cover by gently pressing it into the speaker frame until it clicks into place. If the grill is difficult to attach, use needle-nose pliers to slightly bend the lip of the grill cover on four sides, reducing the circumference and making it easier to fit.

3. Connecting to Home Audio Receiver or Amp

1. Ensure your home audio receiver or amp has raw speaker wire outputs.
2. Power from your amp should be no less than 10 and no more than 350 watts per channel.
3. Use CL3 rated in-wall certified raw speaker wire to connect your receiver to the speakers, ensuring proper polarity (+ to +, - to -).

4. Painting the Speaker Grills

1. Remove the grills from the speakers by gently prying them off with a flathead screwdriver or similar tool.
2. Use paint specifically designed for speaker grills or a thin, non-obstructive paint that will not block the sound.
3. Allow the paint to dry completely before reattaching the grills to the speakers.

5. Troubleshooting Tips

• If you experience poor sound quality, check the polarity of the speaker wire connections (+ to +, - to -).
• Ensure your home audio receiver or amp is providing adequate power to the speakers (between 10 and 350 watts per channel).
• If the grill cover is difficult to attach, use needle-nose pliers to slightly bend the lip of the grill cover on four sides, reducing the circumference and making it easier to fit.

6. FAQs

1. Can these speakers be used outdoors?
   Yes, these speakers are rated for both indoor and outdoor use.
2. What is the recommended wire gauge for these speakers?
   Use CL3 rated in-wall certified 16-gauge speaker wire for optimal performance.
3. Can I use these speakers without a subwoofer?
   Yes, these speakers provide a full range of sound, including bass. However, adding a subwoofer will enhance the low-frequency performance for a more immersive experience.
4. Can I paint the speaker grills to match my decor?
   Yes, the grills can be painted using paint specifically designed for speaker grills or a thin, non-obstructive paint that will not block the sound. Be sure to remove the grills from the speakers before painting and allow the paint to dry completely before reattaching.
5. How do I remove the grill cover if I need to access the speaker?
   Use a flathead screwdriver or similar tool to gently pry the grill cover off the speaker frame.

Q: What type of speakers are the Acoustic Audio by Goldwood CS-IC83?
A: The Acoustic Audio by Goldwood CS-IC83 are 8” 3-way in-ceiling home theater speaker system.

Q: What is the frequency response of these speakers?
A: The frequency response of these speakers is 40Hz-20 kHz with 95dB at 8ohm.

Q: Can these speakers be easily integrated with new and existing audio systems?
A: Yes, these wide sound dispersion designed speakers can easily integrate with new and existing audio systems using traditional passive speaker design. Simply drive power from your home audio receiver or amp.

Q: How easy are these speakers to install?
A: These speakers are easy to install using a pressure lock mounting system that clamps tight to drywall. They fit round speaker hole size of 9.49" with a mounting depth of 3.7", overall size of 10.86" with spring-loaded raw wire connections, durable ABS housings and grills can be painted to match your decor.

Q: What are the system requirements for these speakers?
A: Any home audio receiver or amp with raw speaker wire outputs can be used with these speakers. Power from your amp should be no less than 10 and no more than 350 watts per channel. CL3 rated in-wall certified raw speaker wire should be used to connect your receiver to the speakers.

Q: What is included in the box with these speakers?
A: The box includes 5 Acoustic Audio by Goldwood CS-IC83 speakers, removable grills, cut-out templates, and an instruction manual.

Q: Can CL2 speaker wire be used with these speakers?
A: Yes, CL2 or CL3 wire should be used with these speakers.

Q: Are there any recommended speaker enclosures for this product?
A: An enclosure could be beneficial to improve sound quality, but it is not necessary. These speakers can be run open-air/without an enclosure behind the speaker.

Q: Can I buy additional speakers?
A: Yes, additional speakers can be purchased for outdoor use. You would need to buy outdoor speakers and a single gang box, and use a volume control knob.

Q: What are customers saying about these speakers?
A: Customers have been pleasantly surprised by the price and quality of these speakers. Many have compared them to higher-end brands and found them to be just as good or better. The only challenge reported by some customers was reattaching the grill covers.