8" Trimless DVC Dual Tweeter 120W Stereo In-Ceiling Speaker

SKU: ACE840TT

The ACE840TT, like its younger sibling the ACE640TT,offers excellent stereo sound and takes up half
the space of a standard speaker pair, while still delivering smooth, 2-channel sound.Works great for
whole house audio applications. These speakers were created specifically for an application where you
have a right (+/-) and left (+/-) stereo signal coming into a room where you only have space for a single
speaker. So you would connect one pair of conductors to one set of inputs (+/-) and the second pair of
conductors to the second set of inputs.The ACE840TT produces more bass response and covers a larger
range than the 6.5" version.

Why Go Trimless?
It's really a matter of aesthetic preference. These flush mounted speakers are hardly noticeable; that is
until they're playing. Our Architectural Ceiling Element (ACE) Trimless speakers do not include the
3/4-inch trim you typically see around in-wall and ceiling speakers. The micro flange grilles are
attached by extremely powerful magnets that stay put for quick and easy installation. Adds less visual
impact on your architectural audio installation.

What Is a Dual Voice Coil Ceiling Speaker?

A Dual Voice Coil (DVC) Ceiling Speaker uses a special voice coil cone design that allows both
channels of a stereo system to drive one cone. Sounds complicated but it's not. Basically, a DVC
speaker plays both right and left channels through one speaker cone. You get both channels but without
the acoustic separation that happens with two speakers. There are places like bathrooms, closets or
hallways that just can’t accommodate multiple speakers, so a DVC speaker solves the problem and
produces great sound.

How Does this Speaker Mount in the Ceiling?

Customers often ask us if they need special installation mounting brackets on their OSD ceiling
speakers. The answer is no and here’s why. 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 Type of Speaker Wire and What Gauge?

Wiring is not included with in-ceiling speakers so you will have to purchase some. We recommend
our OSD Audio CL3/FT4 cable that is UL (fire) rated for in-wall and outdoor speaker installs. This
type of cable includes a heavy-duty outer jacket approved for in-wall/in-ceiling installation. The high-
quality plastic jacket is also very flexible so it's easy to run the wires inside the wall. As for the gauge,
for runs up to 100 feet for background music, 16-gauge will be fine. If the run is approaching or
exceeding 100 feet, we suggest 14-gauge wire.

What Is Butyl Rubber Surround?

With almost double the shelf life of foam, butyl rubber has been the choice of speaker designers
looking to optimize the sound based upon materials that go together. The Surround is just one of the
integral parts of the speaker's motor structure. Butyl Rubber gives the speaker more excursion
capability featuring a deeper bass with a wider frequency response, and its shelf life is closer to 25
years compared to the foam at 12 to 15 years.

Testing the Sound Quality of In-Ceiling Speakers

Many customers like to test the sound quality of their new OSD Audio in-ceiling speakers before they
install them. Keep in mind, however, that these flush-mount speakers are designed to be used in the
wall or ceiling. Uninstalled in-wall/in-ceiling speakers will sound weak and tinny because without the
proper enclosure (in this case your house wall) the speaker can’t produce the sound pressure level it
needs. If you want to try them out, we recommend mounting the in-ceiling speakers into a box of about
3 cubic ft. or larger; or simply mount them in the ceiling and then listen. This will give you an accurate
measure of the sound quality.For a retrofit installation, no construction bracket is needed.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

 Speaker Type: 8" Dual Tweeter Trimless Ceiling Speaker

 Woofer: 8" Fiber Glass Cone
 Tweeter: Dual .5" Titanium Coated Dome
 Frequency Response: 38Hz - 20kHz
 Power Handling: 120W
 Sensitivity: 88 dB 1w/1m
 Impedance: 8 Ohms
 Dual Voice Coil (DVC) Provides Stereo Sound Within One Speaker
 Spray Paintable Magnetic Grille Included

 Inputs: Spring Loaded Binding Posts

 Install-friendly Dog Ear Installation Brackets
 Diameter & Depth: 11" x 4.75"
 Cutout Diameter: 9.75"
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