PMC ci Series, User Manual

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Page 3: ...C To gain your extended warranty your product must be registered with us within 10 days of purchase Product Support For product support accessories or servicing advice please contact a PMC authorised retailer See www pmc speakers com IMPORTANT THE PROFESSIONAL MONITOR COMPANY LIMITED HOLME COURT BIGGLESWADE SG18 9ST UK T 44 0 1767 686300 sales pmc speakers com www pmc speakers com 2020 PMC All rig...

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Page 6: ...on 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 From this experience we know exactly how to present music as transparently as possible just as the artist intended As we like to say loudspeakers are where science meets art we take care of the science so you c...

Page 7: ...le living rooms to internationally renowned recording mastering broadcast and post production studios Our Emmy award winning systems are used to create everything from smash Hollywood soundtracks to hit albums by artists including Coldplay Kraftwerk Elton John and Adele as well as audiophile jazz and classical recordings on Deutsche Grammophon Decca Philips and Harmonia Mundi Whether you listen to...

Page 8: ...rojector based systems In wall mounting On wall mounting No escape from performance Truly immersive sound Stereo set up Immersive sound set up Running in Our meticulous attention to detail Service Specifications Warranty Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip Tip CONTENTS ...

Page 9: ...to cause hearing damage Use care when setting the system volume level to ensure playback sound pressure levels remain within safe comfortable limits Tip Tip Do not attempt to service the equipment There are no user serviceable parts inside Please refer all servicing to PMC authorised personnel Tip Tip Servicing is required when the apparatus is damaged exposed to moisture or exhibits a distinct or...

Page 10: ...f dropped If you do not fully understand the instructions or are not sure how to install this product safely then please consult a professional for advice and or to install this product for you Failure to mount this product correctly may cause serious injury or death both during installation and at any time thereafter Product location Please pay careful attention to where this product is located S...

Page 11: ...hen children climb or tamper with audio equipment or its mounting hardware This product may contain nuts and other small items that could cause a choking hazard It is not PMC s responsible to ensure these items including packaging are out of reach of the young or vulnerable pre and post installation The Professional Monitor Company Limited PMC intend to make this and all documentation as accurate ...

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Page 13: ...eries CI65 Ci65 Complete Dimensions x1 Speaker x1 Installation template x1 Scrim 8 7 3 6 5 4 2 1 A B C D E D E DESCRIPTION ISS A3 SCALE SHEET 1 1 All Tolerances 0 2mm Unless otherwise stated All Dimensions in mm SIZE TITLE DRAWING NO DATE INIT 1 5 4 3 2 PROJECT x1 Grille All models apart from the ci140 and ci140sub may be mounted in wall thanks to their Qikfire fittings and bezel less grille 8 7 3...

Page 14: ... in white or black OWK ci30 OWK ci45 OWK ci65 OWK ci90slim 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 ...

Page 15: ...T 1 5 4 3 2 PROJECT REV RRR XXXXX Description ci series wall brackets and 2 self adhesive feet are included in the OWK The OWK is available as a standalone accessory 2 x Self adhesive feet 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 a droop scenario over time This brac...

Page 16: ...tion of the ci range when 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 Black grilles All models are supplied with white grilles Black grilles are available as an optional extr...

Page 17: ...t 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 ...

Page 18: ...d cabinet is lined with specific acoustic materials that absorb all but the very lowest frequencies These exit from a front vent extending the low frequency all of which can be clearly heard at any volume level from low to high In addition the low end is clean and clear so it doesn t mask the rest of the music Vocals are beautifully projected and ultra vivid THE UNIQUE BENEFITS More detailed more ...

Page 19: ...rom 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 Streamlined efficient airflow with LaminairTM Turbulent airflow at the port without LaminairTM ...

Page 20: ...be accommodated by the ci series binding posts we recommend the use of either spade lugs or 4mm banana plugs in order to maintain an electrical connection of the highest integrity and avoid the possibility of short circuits Do not use tools to tighten the binding posts Polarity It is of vital importance to observe the polarity markings and maintain positive to positive and negative to negative con...

Page 21: ...INSTALLATION EXAMPLES 55 65 65 For greater bass reproduction the addition of a sub bass unit from the PMC range is recommended ...

Page 22: ...CONT 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 85 85 65 85 85 65 85 85 65 ...

Page 23: ...ED SYSTEMS 16 9 RATIO WINDOW 16 9 RATIO WINDOW 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 ...

Page 24: ...ISS A3 SCALE 1 5 SHEET 1of1 THE PROFESSIONAL MONITOR COMPANY 43 45 Crawley Green Road Luton Bedfordshire LU2 0AA Tel 0870 444 1044 Fax 0870 444 1045 All Tolerances 0 2mm Unless otherwise stated All Dimensions in mm SIZE TITLE PART NO DATE INIT 1 5 4 3 2 PROJECT REV RRR XXXXX Description 8 7 3 6 5 4 2 1 A B C D E D E APP DESCRIPTION ISS A3 SCALE 1 5 SHEET 1of1 THE PROFESSIONAL MONITOR COMPANY 43 45...

Page 25: ...DWG NO TITLE REVISION DO NOT SCALE DRAWING MATERIAL DATE SIGNATURE NAME DEBUR AND BREAK SHARP EDGES FINISH UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED DIMENSIONS ARE IN MILLIMETERS SURFACE FINISH TOLERANCES LINEAR ANGULAR Q A MFG APPV D CHK D DRAWN Ci30 ON WALL Mounting Bracket with wall WEIGHT A3 SHEET 1 OF 1 SCALE 1 5 DWG NO TITLE REVISION DO NOT SCALE DRAWING MATERIAL DATE SIGNATURE NAME DEBUR AND BREAK SHARP E...

Page 26: ...ior 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 NO ESCAPE FROM PERFORMANCE Listening room Adjoining room Tip Tip ...

Page 27: ...e 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 TRULY IMMERSIVE SOUND The vivid 3D image covering a vast listening area ...

Page 28: ... ci series with n compass technology extending the mid range dispersion for a consistent immersive experience throughout the listening environment Standard loudspeaker Mid range dispersion patterns Tip Tip ...

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Page 30: ...IMMERSIVE SURROUND SET UP Tip Tip Ideal for ...

Page 31: ...ter a short running in period The science is simple as the soft material surrounding the dome or woofer cone is flexed it will eventually reach a point where it has optimum compliancy allowing the drive unit to move more freely This translates to greater accuracy and speed of attack in the bass region and the mid and high frequency produces a far more vivid audio picture This short running in peri...

Page 32: ...gn Each completed loudspeaker then undergoes a set of objective and subjective measurements frequency response sweeps ensure that the design meets our exacting performance criteria and then listening tests are conducted against the reference model using a wide variety of material from a benchmark BBC speech test to classical music pop and rock OUR METICULOUS ATTENTION TO DETAIL Computers don t tel...

Page 33: ...f those originally included within each individual loudspeaker Foranyissuesthatmightarise orforadviceandservicerequirements theprimarypoint of contact should be your knowledgeable and authorised PMC dealer distributor If you do not have a local representative please see www pmc speakers com and click on where to buy Alternatively you can view our FAQ s Frequently Asked Questions and servicing sect...

Page 34: ...D 103mm 4 6 5kg 14lbs SPECIFICATIONS 300 300 100 3 0 110 8 7 3 6 5 4 2 1 A B C D E D DESCRIPTION ISS A3 SCALE SHEET 1 1 All Tolerances 0 2mm Unless otherwise stated All Dimensions in mm SIZE TITLE DRAWING NO INIT 1 5 4 3 2 PROJECT CI SERIES 300 300 100 3 0 110 8 7 3 6 5 4 2 1 A B C D E D DESCRIPTION ISS A3 SCALE SHEET 1 1 All Tolerances 0 2mm Unless otherwise stated All Dimensions in mm SIZE TITLE...

Page 35: ...10k 20k On Axis Frequency Response dB Frequency Hz ci30 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 150 100 50 0 50 100 150 10 20 50 100 200 500 1k 2k 5k 10k 20k Impedance Phase Response Ohm deg Frequency Hz ci30 Phase 1 2 3 1 84 78 75 10 94 88 85 20 97 91 88 50 101 95 91 Rated max power 105 99 91 Distance from loudspeaker m Input power W Horizontal polar response Vertical polar response Tip On axis frequenc...

Page 36: ... 300 450 430 100 3 140 150 430 8 7 3 6 5 4 2 1 A B C D E D E PRODUCTION 23 0 DESCRIPTION ISS A3 SCALE SHEET 1 1 All Tolerances 0 2mm Unless otherwise stated All Dimensions in mm SIZE TITLE DRAWING NO DA INIT 1 5 4 3 2 PROJECT CI SERIES 300 450 430 100 3 140 150 430 8 7 3 6 5 4 2 1 A B C D E D E PRODUCTION 23 0 DESCRIPTION ISS A3 SCALE SHEET 1 1 All Tolerances 0 2mm Unless otherwise stated All Dime...

Page 37: ... 91 88 50 101 95 92 Rated max power 105 99 92 Distance from loudspeaker m Input power W 90 75 60 45 30 15 0 Deg 15 30 45 60 75 90 dBSPL 80 63 63 46 46 29 29 12 12 5 5 CI45 HORIZONTAL POLAR RESPONSE DIRECTIVITY MEASUREMENTS CI45 VERTICAL POLAR RESPONSE 90 75 60 45 30 46 29 12 5 15 0 Deg 15 30 45 60 75 90 dBSPL 80 63 63 46 29 12 5 Curve Freq 500 00 1 00K 2 00K 4 00K 8 00K Horizontal polar response V...

Page 38: ...CIFICATIONS 300 100 3 0 220 150 8 7 3 6 5 4 2 1 A B C D E D E PRODUCTION 23 0 DESCRIPTION ISS A3 SCALE SHEET 1 1 All Tolerances 0 2mm Unless otherwise stated All Dimensions in mm SIZE TITLE DRAWING NO DA INIT 1 5 4 3 2 PROJECT CI SERIES 300 100 3 0 220 150 8 7 3 6 5 4 2 1 A B C D E D E PRODUCTION 23 0 DESCRIPTION ISS A3 SCALE SHEET 1 1 All Tolerances 0 2mm Unless otherwise stated All Dimensions in...

Page 39: ...50 104 98 95 93 Rated max power 109 103 100 99 Distance from loudspeaker m Input power W 90 75 60 45 30 15 0 Deg 15 30 45 60 75 90 dBSPL 80 63 63 46 46 29 29 12 12 5 5 CI65 HORIZONTAL POLAR RESPONSE DIRECTIVITY MEASUREMENTS CI65 VERTICAL POLAR RESPONSE 90 75 60 45 30 46 29 12 5 15 0 Deg 15 30 45 60 75 90 dBSPL 80 63 63 46 29 12 5 2 0 2 5 2 4 4 4 2 0 Curve Freq 500 00 1 00K 2 00K 4 00K 8 00K Tip Ti...

Page 40: ...m 4 6 6kg 14 5lbs SPECIFICATIONS Tip Tip 100 3 0 8 7 3 6 5 4 2 1 A B C D E D PRODUCTION DESCRIPTION ISS CI SERIES A3 SCALE SHEET 1 1 All Tolerances 0 2mm Unless otherwise stated All Dimensions in mm SIZE TITLE DRAWING NO INIT 1 5 4 3 2 PROJECT 100 3 0 8 7 3 6 5 4 2 1 A B C D E D PRODUCTION DESCRIPTION ISS CI SERIES A3 SCALE SHEET 1 1 All Tolerances 0 2mm Unless otherwise stated All Dimensions in m...

Page 41: ...0 97 91 88 50 101 95 92 Rated max power 105 98 91 Distance from loudspeaker m Input power W 90 75 60 45 30 15 0 Deg 15 30 45 60 75 90 dBSPL 80 63 63 46 46 29 29 12 12 5 5 CI90slim HORIZONTAL POLAR DIRECTIVITY MEASUREMENTS CI90slim VERTICAL POLAR RESPONSE 90 75 60 45 30 46 29 12 5 15 0 Deg 15 30 45 60 75 90 dBSPL 80 63 63 46 29 12 5 RESPONSE Curve Freq 500 00 1 00K 2 00K 4 00K 8 00K Horizontal pola...

Page 42: ...ht ea 32Hz 3dB 29Hz 6dB 25kHz 93dB 2 83v 1m 2 3m 7 5ft 4 Ohms LF 4 x 133mm 5 25 Natural Fibre LTx MF 50mm 2 PMC55 n compass soft dome HF 27mm 1 soft dome 1 pair 4mm sockets H 1400mm 55 W 300mm 11 8 D 153mm 6 25kg 55lbs SPECIFICATIONS 300 1400 150 3 0 150 A3 SCALE SHEET 1 1 A U A SIZE TIT D PR C ...

Page 43: ...7 95 50 110 104 105 99 Rated max power 116 110 107 105 Distance from loudspeaker m Input power W On axis frequency response Impedance phase response Horizontal polar response Vertical polar response Speaker distance calculation table 90 75 60 45 30 15 0 Deg 15 30 45 60 75 90 dBSPL 80 63 63 46 46 29 29 12 12 5 5 CI140 HORIZONTAL POLAR RESPONSE DIRECTIVITY MEASUREMENTS CI140 VERTICAL POLAR RESPONSE ...

Page 44: ...onnectors Dimensions Weight ea 32Hz 3dB 29Hz 6dB 93dB 2 83v 1m 2 3m 7 5ft 4 Ohms LF 4 x 133mm 5 25 Natural Fibre LTx 1 pair 4mm sockets H 1400mm 55 W 300mm 11 8 D 153mm 6 24kg 52 9lbs SPECIFICATIONS 300 1400 150 3 0 150 A B C D E A3 SCALE SHEET 1 1 A U A SIZE TIT D PR C ...

Page 45: ...WARRANTY Visit pmc speakers com and click on Register within 10 days to unlock your extended warranty register a product Tip ...

Page 46: ...NOTES Your comments ...

Page 47: ...EMC 89 336 EEC WEEE European directive PMC is a member of a National Compliance scheme and have gained the associated certification of compliance and the following registration number from the Environment Agency WEEE GJ0101WU WEEE EU Directive This symbol on the product or in on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with other household waste It is the responsibility of...

Page 48: ...THE PROFESSIONAL MONITOR COMPANY LIMITED Holme Court Biggleswade SG18 9ST UK T 44 0 1767 686300 E sales pmc speakers com W www pmc speakers com Reg No 3328009 Stock code no 17061 Item no 1167 March 2020 ...