USER GUIDE No.
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WHAT DRIVES US At PMC, we believe that music is what really matters; it’s what moves us and gives us the passion for what we do. It’s relatively easy to create loudspeakers that colour or flatter music — but that has never been our way. The quest for sonic neutrality and transparency has always been PMC’s obsession, using advanced engineering to reproduce music as vividly and faithfully as possible. Our designs are involved in every stage of music-making, from the recording studio to listening at home.
CONGRATULATIONS – YOU HAVE JOINED THE ELITE Stevie Wonder You have joined the elite. You’re a PMC UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP user. ESPN BBC Our loudspeakers can be found in all the world’s best listening environments, from audiophile internationally mastering, living rooms renowned broadcast to recording, and post- Thomas Newman Afrojack production studios.
CONTENTS Tip Tip Tip Tip General usage guidelines Important safety instructions What’s in the box Accessories Unpacking ATL™ – deeper, Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip clearer, Tip Tip cleaner bass Laminair ™ Connections Installation examples Multi-channel audio for projector based systems In-wall mounting On-wall mounting Tip Tip Tip No escape Tip from performance Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Truly immersive sound Tip Stereo set up Immersive sound set up Running in Our meticulous attention to detai
GENERAL USER GUIDELINES Read these instructions and keep them in a safe place for future reference. Heed all electrical safety warnings, including any on the loudspeakers themselves. Do not use the loudspeakers near water. The cabinet and baffle should only be cleaned with a dry, lint-free, cloth. Do not use solvents, abrasives, waxes or liquids as they may be detrimental to the finish.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Caution Do not attempt to install this product until all instructions and warnings have been read and properly understood. Please keep these instructions for future reference. It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure that all documentation is given to the end user and read fully before operation. PMC and its representatives are not liable or responsible for damage or injury caused by improper installation.
Hazard limitation Some products have moving parts and the potential to cause injury through the crushing or trapping of fingers or other body parts. It is recommended that periodic inspections of the product and its fixing points are made as frequently as possible to ensure that safety is maintained. If in doubt consult a professional installer or other suitably qualified person. Appropriate product pairing The ci series wall brackets are designed for use with PMC’s ci range only.
E 3 WHAT’S IN THE BOX D 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 7 8 E A A B B (x1) Speaker C C D (x1)Grille 8 D E E D (x1) Scrim SIZE A3 SCALE TITLE PROJECT DRAWING NO. SIZE A3 SCALE D TITLE 5 1 1 4 3 DRAWING NO. 3 SIZE A3 SCALE All Tolerances +/-0.2mmAll Tolerances +/-0.2mm SHEET Unless 1 otherwise stated Unless otherwise stated 1 1 All Dimensions in mm Ci65 Complete Dimensions 5 4 Ci Series PART NO. REV.
ACCESSORIES On-wall kit (OWK) – cabinet sleeves are available in white or black To create a stylish yet discrete on-wall solution then select one of the optional black or white cabinet sleeves to convert the design. The ci series 2 piece wall bracket is included with every sleeve.
ci series wall brackets and 2 self-adhesive feet are included in the OWK. The OWK is 1 A B C D D E E available as a standalone accessory. 2 3 2 x Self-adhesive feet 4 Dedicated ci series wall bracket 5 6 7 BRKT – wall bracket The BRKT allows movement in both vertical and horizontal planes allowing the cabinets to be angled. A ‘lock off’ bolt guarantees permanent positioning avoiding 8 a ‘droop’ scenario over time.
1 A B C D E ACCESSORIES (CONT.) 2 Pre-mount kit (PMK) PMC pre-mount kit (PMK) is the ideal guide for installation of the ci range when 3 used in in-wall/ceiling. The pre mount template can be screwed to studs or joists in the desired location with the speaker cable secured to a supplied eyelet on the rear. After plastering and decoration it provides the perfect sized aperture for the loudspeaker to fitted.
UNPACKING Please retain your packaging for future use as all PMC cartons are durable, reusable and can be employed to safely transport your loudspeakers should they be relocated or returned for servicing. Much of the packing is constructed from recyclable materials, so if you are to dispose of it please do so in an environmentally friendly manner. ! Packing materials can pose danger to animals, the young and vulnerable. Ensure these items are kept or disposed of safely.
DEEPER, CLEARER, CLEANER BASS The source of PMC’s legendary natural, realistic sound is the Advanced Transmission Line (ATL™) bass-loading technology, professionally proven all around the world. ATL™ uses energy generated by the bass unit in a much more intelligent, efficient way than ported or sealed box designs. In ATL™ loudspeakers, the highly braced cabinet is lined with specific acoustic materials that absorb all but the very lowest frequencies.
PMC’s powerful long-throw drive units produce deep, powerful bass and in turn vast movements of air from the vent. Each vent features PMC’s Laminair™ technology, which produces a smooth controlled air flow resulting in a faster, higher definition bass with accurate timing and dynamics without unwanted air noise.
CONNECTIONS ! Caution To avoid potential damage, please ensure that your power amplifier(s) or receiver is turned off before connecting or disconnecting your loudspeakers. Cable & connectors When selecting cables for use with your ci series loudspeakers, ensure that their construction is of a high enough standard to withstand the rigors of everyday use and that they are suitably terminated.
INSTALLATION EXAMPLES 55” 65” 65” For greater bass reproduction the addition of a sub bass unit from the PMC range is recommended.
INSTALLATION EXAMPLES (CONT.) 65” 65” 65” 85” 85” 85” 85” 85” 85” For greater bass reproduction the addition of a sub bass unit from the PMC range is recommended. A fully immersive surround experience can be created with a combination of any of the ci series.
MULTI-CHANNEL AUDIO FOR PROJECTOR BASED SYSTEMS For greater bass reproduction the addition of a sub bass unit from the PMC range is recommended. A fully immersive surround experience can be created with a 16:9 RATIO WINDOW 16:9 RATIO WINDOW combination of any of the ci series.
IN-WALL MOUNTING The speed of the Qikfire™ in-wall mounting system makes the entire range very “installer-friendly”. The ci30, ci45, ci90slim and ci65 are fitted with Qikfire, a springloaded mounting system which allows the loudspeaker to be fixed in position with a simple twist of a screwdriver and permits post-installation micro-adjustment. ! Please heed all safety warnings (see pages 10 & 11) A 1 A 1 B C D E 1 1. 2. 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 D A B E B C C D D D E D E E E 3.
ON-WALL MOUNTING The ci30 in-wall is converted to an elegant onwall with the optional sleeve and wall bracket ! Please heed all safety warnings (see pages 10 & 11) 1. 2. Place on-wall template level on wall and mark out fixing positions UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED: DIMENSIONS ARE IN MILLIMETERS SURFACE FINISH: TOLERANCES: LINEAR: ANGULAR: NAME DEBUR AND BREAK SHARP EDGES FINISH: SIGNATURE DATE DO NOT SCALE DRAWING 3.
NO ESCAPE FROM PERFORMANCE All ci series cabinets are enclosed at the rear, ensuring that sound leakage to adjoining rooms is kept to an absolute minimum. Unlike inferior open-back speaker designs, it is not necessary to rely on the cavity construction of the wall to enhance the sound; the ci series cabinets, with their defined volume and robust construction, have everything they need to deliver awesome cinematic sound at all listening levels.
TRULY IMMERSIVE SOUND The ultra-wide dispersion of the ci series makes the listening experience truly immersive from all room positions, for the perfect inclusive home listening environment, whether it’s an open-plan living space or dedicated home theatre.
Mid-range dispersion patterns Standard loudspeaker Tip Tip PMC ci series with n-compass™ technology; extending the mid-range dispersion for a consistent, immersive experience throughout the listening environment.
STEREO SET UP
IMMERSIVE SURROUND SET UP Tip Tip Ideal for:
RUNNING IN OR BREAKING IN 11 12 1 2 10 3 9 4 8 7 6 5 50 HOURS When loudspeakers are new they will take time to reach their full potential. It is often debated whether any solid-state equipment, such as CD players or transistor-based power amplifiers change with use, but the characteristics of mechanical devices such as loudspeakers do alter and improve their performance significantly after a short ‘running in’ period.
OUR METICULOUS ATTENTION TO DETAIL All PMC loudspeakers are designed and hand-built in the U.K. using individual components that are matched to our reference model; this includes the structural integrity of every cabinet and the testing and recording of each component. This guarantees it will be within our strict tolerances and ensures your purchase sounds identical to the original design.
SERVICE We are confident your ci loudspeakers will afford many years of trouble-free listening of the highest order. But in the unlikely event that one or more requires repair, our unique manufacturing procedure, wherein the precise value of each component together with the response of the system as a whole is recorded, will ensure that any replaced parts will exactly match the performance of those originally included within each individual loudspeaker.
SPECIFICATIONS 1 A B C D D E 2 3 300 100 3.0 110 300 4 5 6 7 8 Freq response 47Hz(-3dB)-25kHz Sensitivity 84dB (2.83v @1m) SIZE A3 SCALE Effective ATL™ 1.5m (4.9ft) Impedance 8 Ohms Drive units LF 133mm (5.25”) Natural Fibre LT™ HF 27mm (1”) soft dome Input connectors 1 pair 4mm sockets Dimensions H 300mm (11.8”) W 300mm (11.8”) D 103mm (4”) Weight ea. 6.5kg (14lbs) TITLE PROJECT CI SERIES DRAWING NO. All Tolerances +/-0.
DIRECTIVITY MEASUREMENTS CI30 HORIZONTAL POLAR RESPONSE CI30 VERTICAL POLAR RESPONSE Horizontal polar response Vertical polar response dBSPL 0 Deg 5 -15 15 90 75 60 -30 30 -12 45 -45 45 -29 30 -60 60 -46 C urve -75 75 Freq 15 500.00 -63 1.00K 2.00K 4.00K 90 5 dBSPL -12 -29 -46 -63 -80 -63 -46 -29 -12 0 Deg -80 8.
SPECIFICATIONS A 1 B C D D E E 2 300 100 3 3 430 430 450 4 140 5 6 150 7 8 Freq response 45Hz-25kHz Sensitivity 84dB (2.83v @1m) SIZE A3 SCALE Tip Tip TITLE PROJECT CI SERIES DRAWING NO. All Tolerances +/-0.2mm SHEET Unless otherwise stated Effective ATL™ 1.65m (5.4ft) Impedance 8 Ohms Drive units LF 133mm (5.25”) Natural Fibre LT™ HF 27mm (1”) soft dome Input connectors 1 pair 4mm sockets Dimensions H 450mm (17.7”) W 300mm (11.8”) D 103mm (4”) Weight ea. 6.
DIRECTIVITY MEASUREMENTS CI45 HORIZONTAL POLAR RESPONSE CI45 VERTICAL POLAR RESPONSE Horizontal polar response Vertical polar response dBSPL 0 Deg -15 15 5 90 75 60 -30 30 -12 45 -45 45 -29 30 -60 60 -46 C urve -75 75 Freq 15 500.00 -63 1.00K 2.00K 4.00K 90 5 dBSPL -12 -29 -46 -63 -80 -63 -46 -29 -12 0 Deg -80 8.
SPECIFICATIONS A 1 B C D D E E 2 300 100 3.0 3 4 220 5 6 150 7 8 Freq response 40Hz-25kHz Sensitivity 87dB (2.83v @1m) SIZE A3 SCALE Tip Tip TITLE PROJECT CI SERIES DRAWING NO. All Tolerances +/-0.2mm SHEET Unless otherwise stated Effective ATL™ 1.8m (5.9ft) Impedance 4 Ohms Drive units LF 2 x 133mm (5.25”) Natural Fibre LT™ HF 27mm (1”) soft dome Input connectors 1 pair 4mm sockets Dimensions H 650mm (25.5”) W 300mm (11.8”) D 103mm (4”) Weight ea. 8kg (17.
2.0 4.4 2.4 2.5 2.0 DIRECTIVITY MEASUREMENTS CI65 HORIZONTAL POLAR RESPONSE CI65 VERTICAL POLAR RESPONSE Horizontal polar response Vertical polar response dBSPL 0 Deg 5 -15 15 90 75 60 -30 30 -12 45 -45 45 -29 30 -60 60 -46 C urve -75 75 Freq 15 500.00 -63 1.00K 2.00K 4.00K 90 5 dBSPL -12 -29 -46 -63 -80 -63 -46 -29 -12 0 Deg -80 8.
SPECIFICATIONS 1 A B C 100 D D E 3.0 2 3 4 5 6 7 SIZE 8 A3 SCALE Freq response 45Hz-25kHz Sensitivity 84dB (2.83v @1m) Effective ATL™ 1.65m (5.4ft) Impedance 8 Ohms Drive units LF 133mm (5.25”) Natural Fibre LT™ HF 27mm (1”) soft dome Input connectors 1 pair 4mm sockets Dimensions H 900mm (35.4”) W 190mm (7.4”) D 103mm (4”) Weight ea. 6.6kg (14.5lbs) Tip Tip TITLE PROJECT CI SERIES DRAWING NO. All Tolerances +/-0.
DIRECTIVITY MEASUREMENTS CI90slim HORIZONTAL POLAR RESPONSE CI90slim VERTICAL POLAR RESPONSE Horizontal polar response Vertical polar response dBSPL 0 Deg 5 -15 15 90 75 60 -30 30 -12 45 -45 45 -29 30 -60 60 -46 C urve -75 75 Freq 15 500.00 -63 1.00K 2.00K 4.00K 90 5 dBSPL -12 -29 -46 -63 -80 -63 -46 -29 -12 0 Deg -80 8.
SPECIFICATIONS 150 3.0 1400 300 150 Freq response 32Hz(-3dB), 29Hz(-6dB)-25kHz Sensitivity 93dB (2.83v @1m) SIZE A3 Effective ATL™ 2.3m (7.5ft) Impedance 4 Ohms Drive units LF 4 x 133mm (5.25”) Natural Fibre LT MF 50mm (2”) PMC55 n-compass™ soft dome HF 27mm (1”) soft dome Input connectors 1 pair 4mm sockets Dimensions H 1400mm (55”) W 300mm (11.8”) D 153mm (6”) Weight ea.
2.1 4.0 2.2 2.5 2.1 DIRECTIVITY MEASUREMENTS CI140 HORIZONTAL POLAR RESPONSE CI140 VERTICAL POLAR RESPONSE Horizontal polar response Vertical polar response dBSPL 0 Deg 5 -15 15 90 75 60 -30 30 -12 45 -45 45 -29 30 -60 60 -46 C urve -75 75 Freq 15 500.00 -63 1.00K 2.00K 4.00K 90 5 dBSPL -12 -29 -46 -63 -80 -63 -46 -29 -12 0 Deg -80 8.
A B C D E SPECIFICATIONS 150 3.0 1400 300 150 Freq response 32Hz(-3dB), 29Hz(-6dB) Sensitivity 93dB (2.83v @1m) SIZE Effective ATL™ 2.3m (7.5ft) Impedance 4 Ohms Drive units LF 4 x 133mm (5.25”) Natural Fibre LTx™ Input connectors 1 pair 4mm sockets Dimensions H 1400mm (55”) W 300mm (11.8”) D 153mm (6”) Weight ea. 24kg (52.
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