Infinite Baffle Design, MicroPerf Grilles

Features and Benefits

Infinite Baffle Design

The CM8SW is designed for optimum low frequency reproduction in traditional ceil- ing environments and varying air volumes. It does not require a special enclosure to provide high performance.

Selectable High-Pass Filter

Installers can also select whether or not to filter the low frequencies from the satellite speakers at a fixed frequency of 120Hz. Like the low-pass filter, this selection is accessed via baffle mounted controls

(See Figure 2).

Adjustable Low Pass Filter

Installers can select passive crossover for both woofer and satellite speakers via baffle-mounted controls that are accessible even after the subwoofer has been installed (See Figure 3).

Weather-Resistant Construction

All components of the CM8SW are weath- er resistant. The aluminum grille and stain- less steel mounting screws are rustproof. This makes the subwoofer ideal for moist environments which would cause some brands of speakers to discolor. Protected outdoor installations are perfectly suited for the CM8SW.

MicroPerf™ Grilles

The CM8SW employs Niles’ exclusive MicroPerf grille construction. The excep- tionally tight hole pattern provides acoustic transparency at all audio frequen- cies and enables the woofer element to remain invisible. MicroPerf grilles can be painted to blend seamlessly with the surrounding decor.

No-Strip Speaker Wire Terminals

Dual Niles patented gold-plated no-strip speaker wire terminal connectors accom- modates 12-18 gauge wire.

Easy Installation

The CM8SW employs a bracketless mounting system for existing ceilings. Simply cut a hole in the mounting surface, remove the grille from the subwoofer, connect the wires and place the speaker in the hole. Then tighten the four mount- ing “dogs” via the front panel screws. The dogs first swivel 90°, then clamp the frame to the drywall as the screws are tightened.

Hole Saving Bracket

Available as an optional accessory, the CM8 New Construction Bracket can be installed as a “hole-saver” before the dry- wall goes up. The drywall contractor cuts the hole as the drywall is installed, reduc- ing installation time and minimizing the chances for lost wires.