ATON AH66T - Manual (Page 27)

A T O N AH66T INSTALLATION MANUAL
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Speaker Outputs
The Quick Lock connectors on the AH66T accept 18 to 16 AWG speaker wires. These
wires can be directly connected to speakers located throughout the home, or, for a
professional appearance, can be connected to speaker wall plates using bare leads or
banana plugs.
Note: Because the Speaker Outputs are always VARIABLE, it is NOT RECOMMENDED to
use Volume Controls with the AH66T’s internal amplifier. Unanticipated volume
functionality may result. Subzones requiring the use of Volume Controls should utilize
an external amplifier connected to the AH66T’s ZONE PREAMP OUTPUTS. The ZONE
PREAMP OUTPUTS should be programmed for FIXED OUTPUT in the ATON configuration
software.
Figure 3-10: Speaker Connections
Figure 3-11: Quick Lock Connectors
To Connect Speaker leads:
1. Open each Quick Lock connector.
2. Strip approximately 1/4” of the insulation from each speaker lead.
3 Twist the speaker wires to remove any loose strands.
4. Insert the leads into the connectors.
5. Close the connectors. Tug slightly on the speaker leads to ensure
connectivity.
Important Notes:
Use 18-16 AWG Stranded Copper Speaker Wire
Do Not Configure Impedance Below 8 Ohms
Do Not Bridge the Internal Amplifier
Volume Controls are NOT Recommended
Do not allow wire strands to short
Connect speakers with power off