McIntosh XLS320 - Manual (Page 10)

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Installation
Installation Overview
The instructions that follow are for the unpacking, assem-
bly and setup of the XLS320, XLS340, XLS360 and
XCS350 Loudspeaker Systems as supplied. For several
models, an optional In Wall Mounting Kit is available. If
the Loudspeaker is to be Mounted On or In Wall, refer to
“Locating the Loudspeaker System” on page 18, “Tweeter
Array Optimization” on page 19 and “How to Connect”
starting on page 20, before beginning the Mounting Pro-
cess. For additional information on the different types of
installation, refer to figure 1.
Caution: The XLS360 Loudspeaker weight is 107 pounds
(48.5kg) net and requires two or more persons to
safely handle during unpacking, assembly and
placement.
It is recommended that the Professionals at your McIn-
tosh Dealer, who are skilled in all aspects of installation
and operation, install the Loudspeaker System and any as-
sociated audio/video equipment.
Unpacking the XLS320 Loudspeaker
1. Remove the entire assembly (Loudspeaker System,
Loudspeaker Grille and foam end caps) by lifting up on
the bottom of the assembly (Loudspeaker rear) and
place it along side the shipping carton on a flat surface.
2. Release the Loudspeaker Grille from the foam end
caps and remove it from the protective plastic shipping
film and set it aside.
3. In a similar manner, lift out the Loudspeaker System.
4. Close the top flaps of the shipping carton and place the
two foam end caps on top of the carton.
5. Carefully remove the protective plastic shipping film
from the Loudspeaker System so as not to mar the fin-
ish or damage the Loudspeaker System Drivers.
Notes: 1. The XLS320 Loudspeaker is supplied with an On
Wall Mounting Bracket and Hardware. If the
XLS320 is to be mounted on the wall at this time,
proceed to “How to Mount the XLS320
Loudspeaker On the Wall” on page 13.
2. When the optional In Wall Mounting Kit is
chosen, refer to the supplied installation guide.
6. Place the Loudspeaker System, with the front facing
up, on foam end caps located on top of the shipping
Figure 1
Loudspeaker Model Floor Base Stabilizer Bar On Wall Mounting Kit In Wall Mounting Kit
XLS320 ---- ---- Supplied Optional
XLS340 Supplied ---- Supplied Optional
XLS360 Supplied ---- ---- ----
XCS350 ---- Supplied Supplied Optional
Installation Methods
Figure 2
Foam
end
Loudspeaker
Grille
Fasteners
Grom-
Foam
end
carton.
Refer to
figure 2.
7. Orient the
Loud-
speaker
and the
Grille
with the
rounded
ends
pointing
in the same direction.
8. Align the Grille fasteners to the Loudspeaker Grom-
mets (two on each side). Carefully push down to secure
the Grille to the Loudspeaker.
9. Proceed to “Locating the Loudspeaker System” on
page 18.
Unpacking the XLS340 Loudspeaker
1. Remove the entire assembly (Loudspeaker System,
Loudspeaker Grille and foam end caps) by lifting up on
the bottom of the assembly (Loudspeaker rear) and
place it along side the shipping carton on a flat surface.
2. Release the Loudspeaker Grille from the foam end
caps and remove it from the protective plastic shipping
film and set it aside.
3. In a similar manner, lift out the Loudspeaker System.
4. Close the top flaps of the shipping carton and place the
two foam end caps on top of the carton.
5. Carefully remove the protective plastic shipping film
from the Loudspeaker System so as not to mar the fin-
ish or damage the Loudspeaker System Drivers.
Notes: 1. When the XLS340 is to be used with the supplied
Floor Standing Base and Hardware, proceed to
step 6.
2. The XLS340 Loudspeaker is also supplied with
On Wall Mounting Brackets and Hardware. If the
XLS340 is to be mounted on the wall at this time,
proceed to “How to Mount the XLS340
Loudspeakers On the Wall” on page 14.
3. When the optional In Wall Mounting Kit is
chosen, refer to the supplied installation guide.