Theater-Solutions CS6W - Manual (Page 2)

SPEAKER HOOKUP
The speaker terminals will accommodate any speaker wire up to 12-
gauge. Select an appropriate wire gauge from the following chart.
18ga: up to 25"
16ga: up to 40"
14ga: up to 75"
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2ga: up to 125"
Split the two conductors of the speaker wire apart about 3 inches so
that they form a "
Y”.? Using wire strippers, remove about 1/2-inch of the
insulation from each wire. When connecting a speaker it is very
important to retain the correct polarity (improper polarity will cause
reduced bass performance and unnatural imaging effects). To do this,
be sure the wire attached to the positive terminal on the speaker
(marked [+] or colored red) connects to the positive terminal on the
receiver. Similarly, the negative terminal (marked [-] or colored black)
must connect to the negative terminal on the receiver.
FINAL INSTALLATION
Using the supplied grille remover, remove the grille from the speaker.
Turn the mounting feet inward so they will clear the cut out hole for
installation. Insert the speaker into the cutout hole and begin to tighten
the installation screws. As you start to turn each screw, the mounting
feet will rotate outward to clamp around the drywall to hold the speaker
securely in place.
CAUTION: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE MOUNTING FEET.
OVERTIGHTENING MAY WARP THE BAFFLE, DAMAGE THE
MOUNTING FEET, OR CRACK THE CEILING, ETC. A SNUG FIT IS ALL
THAT IS NECESSARY TO ASSURE PROPER PERFORMANCE.
PAINTING THE SPEAKERS
The speakers and grilles should be painted before installation. This will
Using the supplied grille adhesive. apply an ample amount of
adhesive around the grille. Gently push the grille onto the speaker
frame securing the grille.
eliminate ” p aint scar ” ?if the speaker ever needs to be removed. The
speaker frame may also be painted after installation, but before the
Ceiling Installations
Typically, the speakers should be placed about 1/3rd of the distance
from the corner of the room to the center of the wall. If possible,
avoid locating the speakers less than two feet away from the corners
of the room.
Wall Installations
As a general rule, the speakers should be mounted close to, or slightly
above the listeners ear level, when seated. The speakers should be
approximately the same distance apart as the distance to the listening
area. If possible, avoid locating the speakers less than two feet away
from the corners of the room.
As Surround Speakers
Surround speakers should be placed slightly behind the listening area
approximately five to six feet above the floor.
SPEAKER INSTALLATION
CAUTION: BE CERTAIN THERE ARE NO ELECTRICAL WIRES, WATER
PIPES, HEATING DUCTS OR ANY OTHER OBSTRUCTIONS IN THE
PLANNED AREA OF INSTALLATION BEFORE YOU START DRILLING
OR CUTTING INTO THE CEILING. IF THERE IS AN ELECTRICAL
OUTLET NEARBY, TURN OFF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER TO AVOID
POSSIBLE INJURY.
Th ese in-wall speakers is designed to be mounted between the
studs. Use a stud finder to locate the positions of joints and rafters.
Make sure you have a 2 " clearance from the outside of the cutout hole
from joints and rafters.
Drill a 1/ pilot hole in the center of the area you plan to mount the 4"
speaker. Cut or bend a piece of wire (a coat hanger works well) to a
90 degree angle. Insert the wire into the pilot hole and fish around to
make sure that no pipes, studs or other objects will interfere with the
installation. If you must choose another location the pilot hole can be
easily patched.
Once you have a suitable location, use masking tape to temporarily
place the supplied cutout template on the ceiling, centered over the
pilot hole. Draw a circle around the inside edge of the template. Use a
drywall saw or keyhole saw to remove the material inside the circle
inscribed by the template. Confirm that the speaker easily fits in the
hole, without any gaps.