This document is the CWM™500, CWM™650, CWM™800 owner's manual, which introduces the characteristics and installation methods of CWM™ series speakers
The manual introduces the B&W Custom Wall Mount (CWM) speaker range, describing their Kevlar® cone drivers and the importance of proper installation for optimal sound. It covers unpacking, recommended cavity volume, and safety considerations such as magnetic field distance.
Key sections guide you through positioning (new construction vs retrofit), fitting the wall frame and baffle, wiring connections, high‑frequency control, and optional IR sensor installation. Practical tips on orientation, spacing between speakers and listeners, and finishing the wall frame are also included.
| Minimum distance from magnetic‑field‑sensitive equipment | 0.5 m (20 in) |
|---|---|
| Recommended distance between speakers and listener | at least 1.5 m (5 ft) |
| Recommended distance from wall edges | more than 0.5 m (20 in) |
The speakers should be installed more than 0.5 m (20 in) away from the wall edges to avoid excessive bass and boomy sound.
Maintain at least 0.5 m (20 in) clearance between the speakers and any magnetic‑field‑sensitive equipment such as CRT TVs or computers.
Portrait orientation, with the drive units stacked vertically, is preferred because it provides better horizontal dispersion and a more stable stereo image.
The speakers should be placed at least 1.5 m (5 ft) away from the listener for optimal sound.