Omage IPRD8 - Manual (Page 6)

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IPRD SERIES OWNER’S MANUAL
PAINTING THE SPEAKERS AND GRILLES
Speaker baffle and grilles can be painted before installation, which will eliminated the “paint scar” if the speaker needs to
be removed for service. Speakers may also be painted after installation, but before the grilles are attached. All speakers
come from the factory with paint mask included. Use the paint mask to protect the drivers while the flange is being painted
with the ceiling.
OMAGE suggests always painting the grills separate from the speaker. The grilles may be lightly sprayed with thin paint
(5 parts thinning agent to 1 part paint), but be careful not to plug the holes. Too much paint will adversely affect the sound
of the speaker.
Once the grilles and baffle are painted and dry, remove the paint mask from the baffle and install the grilles.
3. Attach the wire from your amplifier to the terminals on the back of the speaker. Double check the polarity of the speaker
wires, amplifier + to speaker + and amplifier - to speaker - proper polarity is critical In home theater installation.
4. Insert the frame into the wall opening and attach to the mounting surface by tightening the screws to engage the
swinging “dog” connectors.
Do not overtighten. The frame’s mounting dogs will “sandwich” the wall and frame together. The module is installed with
the screws and the grille is pressed into place.
5. Install the module and press the grille in place. Start the insertion of the grill on one edge and slowly work your fingers
around the grille edges. Make sure all edges are in the groove before you apply pressure. Do not push hard. If the grille is
not going in, this means not all edges are in the groove. Ease off grille and start over.
OMAGE in-ceiling frames and grilles are designed to accept most types of paint. Care should be taken to avoid excessive
paint build-up in the grille perforations.
6. If you want to paint the decorative frame and the wall together, insert the frame and attach with the dogs.
7. If you will not be re-painting, you may immediately install the frame and speaker assembly. The frame’s mounting dogs
will “sandwich” the wall and frame together. The module is installed with the screws and thr grille is pressed into place.
Existing Construction
1. Cut the appropriate size opening in the wall using the cutout template provided. Be careful not to cut through any existing
wiring or plumbing. Note: Avoid compromising any fire stops between studs.
2. Run wiring to the wall opening(s). Be sure to comply with any codes that may apply in your area.