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avoided as it is not as durable. Allow about 2½ feet (0.8m) of free
cable at the speaker cut-out and sufficient length at the other end
to reach the electronics. Having to add extra cable later can be
tedious and time consuming.
Avoid bundling speaker cables parallel to electrical cables for
extended lengths. Though the impedance is low and the likelihood
of interference low, this may help reduce hum and RF interference.
When securing the cable, use care not to staple or nail through the
electrical conductors. Doing so could result in a short that might
damage the electronics.
When connecting your speakers, make sure proper polarity
(phasing) is maintained. Simply put, this means ensuring the
same wire which is connected to the positive terminal of the
amplifier has its other end connected to the positive terminal of
the speaker. It is important to check this on all speakers. If the
connections on one of the speakers are reversed, (out of phase)
the sound quality will be impaired.
INSTALLATION
If the drywall has not yet been installed a Rough-in-Bracket (RIB-
LCR) may be used to reserve the speaker location on the wall.
The RIB-LCR brackets are available from the distributor or dealer
where the speakers were purchased. When these brackets are
used the holes are cut when the drywall is installed. The cable can
be tied off on the bracket after securing the cable to a nearby joist.
If the drywall is installed and the speaker locations have not yet
been established, then do so now. Assess the wall for possible
concealed obstructions such as wiring, plumbing, etc. Inspect the
backside of the wall, the attic, and/or the crawl space if available
for clues to possible obstructions. Use inspection holes with
inspection tools (camera, mirror, flashlight, etc.) if absolutely
necessary. Use a "stud finder" to locate the positions of the studs.
The PE-W620LCRSf is shipped with a
frame and pre-attached Clamp Ring for
clamping the speaker to the wall. The
edge of the speaker opening must be at
least ½" (13mm) away from a stud if the
speaker is installed in portrait orientation.
Once the speaker locations are established
use the cardboard template (the outside
of the inner cardboard rectangle) to mark
the speaker cut-out. The dimensions for
the cut-out are listed in the chart on the
previous page. Using the proper tool, cut
the appropriate sized hole in the wall.
On drywall, clean cuts can be made with
a drywall saw. Cut-out dimensions are
included on the 1st page.
If the cable has not yet been run, do so now
that you have access to the wall's interior.
Rev. A
To aid in speaker performance, a fibrous
material, such as fiberglass, may be
placed behind the speaker. This may
also help to reduce unwanted sound
from being transmitted into adjoining
rooms. If the wall space has blown or
loose insulation, care must be taken
to prevent the loose insulation from
entering the back of the speaker. This
can be accomplished by placing a batt
of fiberglass insulation behind the back
of the speaker.
Install the frame and clamp ring
assembly by passing the metal clamp
ring through the cut-out as illustrated
in figures 1 & 2 to the right. The frame
should fit cleanly, without interference,
in the cut-out hole. If the hole is a little
small then trim the hole as needed.
Lightly tighten the screws to secure the
clamp ring against the back of the wall
(see fig. 3). Use care not to over-tighten
the screws or the frame may become
distorted. Note: Use only the 4 outer
holes for mounting the frame.
Pull the end of the cable out of the wall,
strip back a section of the jacket as
needed, and then expose ½" (13mm) of
each conductor. Connect the wire to the
terminals on the back of the speaker
assembly, observing polarity (+ & -).
Insert the speaker into the frame and
install the eight screws
(see fig. 4).
PAINTINg ThE gRILLE
The grilles can be painted using multiple light coats of spray paint.
Custom color spray paints are available from specialty companies.
Contact your dealer for more information. The grilles should be
removed from the speaker and painted in a clean environment to
prevent contamination. It is best to go around the grilles and apply
the paint from multiple angles. DO NOT remove the scrim cloth
from the backside of the grille. It is not replaceable.
Attach the grilles to the speakers and enjoy. Should you wish to
remove the grilles from the speakers pull at the grilles' corners.
Initially there will be significant resistance because the grilles are
magnetically attached.
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