Description:

A complete loudspeaker assortment to enhance any space, DesignMax loudspeakers offer rich lows, and clear, intelligible highs — along with premium aesthetics that complement any commercial sound installation. The 20-watt DesignMax DM2C-LP loudspeaker makes it easy to bring great sound to tight spaces. Ideal for background music, the DM2C-LP loudspeaker features a 2.25-inch transducer and 85 Hz – 19 kHz frequency range. The in-ceiling DM2C-LP has a low-profile backcan and is installed easily via QuickHold mounting arms.

Features:

• Combine DesignMax models to complete any design, big or small
  12 loudspeakers to mix and match, from 2-inch, lowprofile models to 8-inch, high-SPL compression-driver loudspeakers and outdoor-rated options.
  
  
• Deliver instantly impressive sound
  With custom Bose drivers — no DSP or EQ required. For even better sound, use select Bose DSPs and amplifiers to enable Bose loudspeaker EQ and SmartBass processing, which expands performance and response at any listening level.
  
  
• Blend with any room design
  With elegant form factors, minimum-bezel grilles available in black or white, and removable logos.
  
  
• Reduce installation time
  With the patented QuickHold mounting system, which also reduces strain, hassle, and the chance of product damage.
  
  
• Install easily with industry-standard accessories
  All models include Euroblock connectors; in-ceiling models include plenum-rated backcans, tile bridges, and front-access audio wiring that makes installation and troubleshooting easier.
  
  
• Install in confined ceiling spaces
  With low-profile backcan measuring just 10 centimeters (3.9 inches) high.
  

Specifications:

SINGLE Loudspeaker Performance

• Frequency Response (-3 dB): 95 – 18,000 Hz
  
• Frequency Range (-10 dB): 85 – 19,000 Hz
  
• Nominal Coverage Angle (1 - 4 kHz): 150° conical
  
• Nominal Coverage Angle (1 - 10 kHz): 140° conical
  

AES component test

• Power Handling, long-term continuous: 20 W
  
• Power Handling, peak: 80 W
  
• Sensitivity (SPL/ 1W @ 1 m): 84 dB
  
• Calculated Maximum SPL @ 1 m: 97 dB
  
• Calculated Maximum SPL @ 1 m, peak: 103 dB
  

Bose extended-lifecycle test

• Power Handling, long-term continuous: 16 W
  
• Power Handling, peak: 64 W
  
• Sensitivity (SPL/ 1W @ 1 m): 84 dB
  
• Calculated Maximum SPL @ 1 m: 96 dB
  
• Calculated Maximum SPL @ 1 m, peak: 102 dB
  
• Loudspeaker EQ: Not Required, Bose EQ voicing and SmartBass processing available
  
• Recommended High-Pass Protection: 85 Hz with recommended 24 dB / octave filter
  

Transformer taps: 70V

• 1.2, 2.3, 4.5, 9 W, bypass
  
• 100V: 2.3, 4.5, 9 W, bypass
  

Transducers

• Full-Range Driver: 1 x 2.25-inch woofer (57 mm)
  
• Nominal Impedance: 16 ohms (transformer bypass)
  

Physical:

• Enclosure Material: Engineered plastics front baffle with integrated steel formed backcan
  
• Grille: Magnetically attached perforated steel, powder-coated finish, paintable, with safety-tether
  
• Logo: Rotatable, removable
  
• Color: Black
  
• Environmental: Indoor only
  
• Safety Agency: UL-1480A, S5591/ UL Listed, in compliance with UL2043 for plenum-space installation, NFPA70 & NFPA90-A, CE compliant
• Operating Temperature Range: 0 °C to 50 °C (52 °F to 122 °F)
  
• Connectors: Euroblock 6-pin connector with loop-through, front-baffle mounted. Accepts 18 AWG (0.8 mm2) to 14 AWG (2.5 mm2) size wire
  
• Wire / Conduit Entry: Top and side wire entry point knockouts allow for 9.5 mm (3/8 in) conduit
  
• Suspension / Mounting: Two (2) QuickHold, spring-loaded mounting arms plus two (2) safety cable tabs
  
• Product Dimensions (Grille Diameter × Depth): 198 × 110 mm (7.8 × 4.3 in)
  
• Backcan Dimensions (Diameter × Depth): 155 × 99 mm (6.1 × 3.9 in), low-profile backcan
  
• Cutout size (Diameter): 165 mm (6.5 in)
  
• Maximum Ceiling Thickness: 39 mm (1.5 in)
  
• Net Weight, Loudspeaker with grille (single): 1.6 kg (3.6 lb)
  
• Net Weight, Tile Bridge (single): 0.7 kg (1.6 lb)
  
• Shipping Weight, Pair: 5.9 kg (13.2 lb)
  
• Included Accessories: Adjustable Tile-Bridge, template
  
• Optional Accessories: Rough-in 6-pack for new construction