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OSD BK-R83A - Angled 8" Reference Series, In-Ceiling LCR/Atmos Speaker

Black Series 8" Reference 15° Angled In-Ceiling Speaker with 1" Aluminium Dome Tweeter

Premium quality flush-mount loudspeakers designed to serve discriminating homeowners and A/V integrators who demand the ultimate in aesthetic style and audio performance. BLACK products includes unique features and technologies that make them better looking, easier to install and more durable, while delivering lifelike sound quality more typically found in free-standing audiophile grade speakers.

BLACK in-wall and in-ceiling speakers perform a near miraculous disappearing act. Rather than a wide flange found on most built-in speakers, BLACK speakers feature flange-free Perfect Edge™ magnetic grilles that minimize the visible footprint of the speaker for a clean, elegant and unobtrusive appearance.

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Square Options (Option)
BLACK round in-ceiling models offer a square grille option to match the aesthetic of rectangular architectural elements such as lighting fixtures and air registers. While other brands may offer that option, only BLACK does it right with a square mask that doesn’t “telegraph” the round speaker shadow behind the grille.

TPR Rubber Surround
For installs in tough environments such as indoor pool areas, outdoors under eaves and commercial settings, use BLACK Reference series models. Their woofer surrounds are fabricated from injection moulded Thermoplastic Rubber (TPR) – a copolymer that has superior damping characteristics and greater resistance to chemicals, UV and pollutants.

Contour Switch
Reference and Performance speakers offer a high frequency contour switch with -3dB, 0 (flat) and +3 dB settings to match speaker performance to the room acoustics. Highly reflective “live” rooms benefit from a -3dB HF reduction while fabric-heavy “dead” rooms will sound better with tweeters boosted +3dB.

Custom Crossover
BLACK Reference and Performance models feature audiophile-grade crossover components including Mylar bypass capacitors to enhance high frequency extension for exceptional clarity and “air.” Shields* protect the components from debris and suffocating insulation while integrated air vents keep things cool.

Pro Mounting
Installers will appreciate the BLACK mounting system for its ease and robust construction. BLACK’s rotating clamps have brass inserts to prevent thread stripping. The stainless steel machine bolts are thread-strip and rust resistant. Rubber damping pads on the mounting clamps minimize the likelihood of sheetrock blowout and damp resonance, vibration and buzzing. Better installs, better sound, it’s all better with BLACK.

We strongly recommend that a Fire or an Acoustic Fire hood is fitted to all ceiling speaker locations, but it is a requirement that hoods are fitted to all in-ceiling speakers that are installed where a ceiling is rated for 30 mins or more to ensure compliance.

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Specifications

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Speaker Type: 8"- 15° Angled In-Ceiling Speaker
Woofer: 8"- 15° Angled Carbon Fibre w/Rubber Surround
Tweeter: 1" Ceramic Coated Aluminum Dome Pivoting w/12dB Crossover and Contour Switch
Frequency Response: 28Hz - 22kHz
Power: 175W
Impedance: 8 Ohm
Diameter & Depth: 11.6" x 5.4" / 294.6mm Max Dia, 137.2mm Depth
Cutout Diameter: 10" / 254mm
Selling Unit: Single
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Optional Square Speaker Grills - Contact us for more details

HOODY SPECS
Hoody8 - Fire Only

Retains ceiling's fire protection integrity
Lightweight & flexible cover fitted from below the ceiling
Installed in seconds and Maintenance free
Can be uséd for retro fit or new build installations
Can be uséd in suspended or plasterboard ceilings
Fully complies with all UK and EU legislation under BS EN1363-1 2012 for 90 minutes which meets and exceeds Document B Building Regulations BS476 Part 23 (relating to audio and fire dispersion in the home Parts E & F – 2004)
Also complies with 18th Edition IEE Regulations
Tested to EN 6069 (1997)

Hoody2 - Fire & Accoustic

Retains ceiling's fire protection integrity
Reduces speaker sound traveling to floor above
Acoustic rated for compliance with document L of the building regulations
Lightweight & flexible cover fitted from below the ceiling
Installed in seconds and Maintenance free
Can be uséd for retro fit or new build installations
Can be uséd in suspended or plasterboard ceilings
Fully complies with all UK and EU legislation under BS EN1363-1 2012 for 90 minutes which meets and exceeds Document B Building Regulations BS476 Part 23 (relating to audio and fire dispersion in the home Parts E & F – 2004)
Also complies with 18th Edition IEE Regulations
Tested to EN 6069 (1997)

Hoody Indicative Fire Test Report
Hoody Fitting Instructions for Hoody2 & 8

FAQs

How does this speaker mount to the ceiling?
Many of our customers install our ceiling speakers on their own and mounting is made easy by the design. All our in-ceiling speakers feature a dog leg (L-shaped) mounting system that is part of the frame. Before you install the speakers, remove the grille and you’ll see several the mounting screws near the front frame. These screws need to be loosened to activate the dog leg clamps. Use a screwdriver to loosen (turn to the left) these screws and the clamp will come loose. When the speaker is in position in the ceiling, tighten (turn to the right) the screw and the speaker will be secured to the ceiling.

What Gauge Wire Should I Use?
For runs up to 30 meters for background music,16-gauge will be fine. If the run is approaching or exceeding 30m, use 14-gauge wire.

How Many Speakers Will I Need to Fill a Specific Space?
That depends on a couple of things. The size of your room will determine the amount and type of speakers you choose but a lot of folks forget to consider the amount of background noise the room is exposed to. If your room is near the kitchen, the speakers have to compete against conversations, churning dishwashers, and beeping microwaves. You may need to add more speakers or speakers with higher power ratings to output high volume levels without distortion. If you have a large room or if your room leads into other large areas, there's more air to move. Cubic feet and square feet are different. The size of the room is measured in cubic feet; therefore, a room that's 20 feet by 15 feet with a 10-foot tall ceiling would have 3,000 cubic feet, which is actually 300 square feet. Smaller rooms, say less than 2,000 cubic feet, don't need as much amplifier power and speaker efficiency ratings.