Bowers & Wilkins CWM DS8 Speaker Owner’s Manual


Bowers & Wilkins CWM DS8 Speaker Owner’s Manual - cover page
Brand
B&W
Category
Other
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
38
File format
PDF
File size
6.1 MB
Published
17 March, 2012
Updated
29 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
DA15A41C4E412665E2A8457924EB17F3

About this manual

The manual provides step‑by‑step instructions for installing Bowers & Wilkins CWM DS8 speakers in walls or ceilings. It covers site preparation, positioning, cable selection, mounting, and fine‑tuning of dipole/monopole modes, as well as customising the finish.

A full warranty section explains the five‑year limited warranty, claim procedures and exclusions. Safety warnings, recommended cavity volumes, clearance distances and cable resistance limits are also detailed to ensure optimal performance.

What's inside

  • Limited Warranty
  • Choosing the Position
  • Preparing the Location
  • Choosing Cable
  • Existing Drywall Construction (Retrofit)
  • New Drywall Construction
  • Solid Wall Construction
  • Damping the Cavity
  • Fitting the Speaker
  • Fine Tuning

Specifications

Minimum clearance from walls/ceilings0.5 m (20 in)
Recommended loop resistance (non‑critical)< 0.5 Ω
Recommended loop resistance (best results)< 0.2 Ω
Magnetic field safety distance≥ 0.5 m (20 in) from magnetic‑sensitive equipment

Frequently asked questions

How far must the speaker be kept from magnetic‑sensitive equipment?

Keep the speaker at least 0.5 m (20 in) away from devices such as CRT TVs or computer monitors.

What loop resistance should I aim for when choosing speaker cable?

Aim for a loop resistance below 0.5 Ω for most installations and below 0.2 Ω for the best performance.

What clearance is required between the speaker and the surrounding wall or ceiling?

Maintain a minimum distance of 0.5 m (20 in) from any wall or ceiling edge.

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