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4. CUT THE HOLE
Caution:
This is the most important part of the entire
installation. If you are not certain whether
or not an obstruction exist behind the desired mounting
area, you should start by cutting a small
hole in the center of your penciled mounting hole with a
drywall saw. Cut at a 45 degree angle
towards the inside of the hole
(See Figure 3).
Cutting
the small hole at this angle will make
drywall repair much easier as the piece cut out can be
installed neatly back into the hole. Once you
have determined there are no obstructions in your
desired mounting location, start cutting the
finished hole at a 90-degree angle to the wall surface.
SPEAKER INSTALLATION
The unique integral four foot mounting system incorporated into each speaker allows for quick installation following these
easy steps.
1. If the grill is on the speaker, remove it. It may be necessary to push one or two of the mounting screws, and its attached
foot, towards the baffle and against the inside surface of the
grill to force the grill out of its retaining groove.
2. Attach the speaker cable (observing the proper polarity with
your amplifier, + to + and - to -). Make sure the left channel of
the amplifier is connected to the left speaker, and the right
channel is connected to the right speaker.
3. Make sure the mounting feet are turned inward to clear the
opening, and insert the speaker into the ceiling. Position the
speaker into the hole.
Note:
The flange of the speaker is
designed to flex and conform to any small imperfections in the
ceiling surface. Tighten the 4 screws on the front of the baffle
only enough to make the flange become snug against the ceil-
ing. As you tighten the screws, the feet will automatically flip
into an outward position
(See Figure 4)
clamping the drywall
between the feet and the flange.
Caution:
Over tightening
may warp the baffle, crack the ceiling, cause the flange to dis-
tort, and make the grill difficult to install.
Figure 3
Figure 4
4. PLACEMENT OF REAR CHANNELS (HOME THEATER)
Rear channels should be placed behind the listening area, see RL (rear left) and RR (rear right) in
(Figure 1.)
5. CHECK FOR OBSTRUCTIONS
Before confirming the placement of the speakers, you should carefully consider the location of ceiling joists, electrical,
plumbing and other fixtures that may get in the way. If you are installing the speakers into an existing ceiling, you can
locate obstructions by noting the placement of fixtures and if possible gaining access to an attic or crawl space for fur-
ther analysis. A good stud-finder, found at any building supply store, will help you determine where the joists are locat-
ed in the ceiling.
INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
Prior to the actual installation of the speakers, it will be necessary to run cables to the speaker location. See your Authorized
SpeakerCraft dealer for more information on cable installation. After the cable has been installed you are ready to mount
the speakers.
Preparation for and mounting of the speakers can happen at two different stages. If you are building a new ceiling follow
the section titled "Installation Preparation--New Construction". If you are placing the speakers into an existing ceiling follow
"Installation Preparation--Finished Walls". There are different considerations for each application. Please carefully follow the
recommendations for your application.
INSTALLATION PREPARATION - NEW CONSTRUCTION
When installing the speakers into a newly built ceiling please follow these instructions carefully.
1. DETERMINE PLACEMENT
Determine where in the ceiling the speakers will be placed using the recommendations under "Speaker
Placement". Pay careful attention to the section on avoiding obstructions.
2. MOUNT INSTALLOCK BRACKET
For best results mount the SpeakerCraft InstaLLock New Construction Brackets for the AIM Series
(Part No. BKT90681) following the instructions included with the bracket.
3. THE LOCATION IS READY FOR DRYWALL
The bracket provides a stable opening around which the drywall installer can cut out an opening,
providing a perfect location for installation of the AIM Series speaker.
INSTALLATION PREPARATION - FINISHED CEILING
When the speakers will be installed into a finished ceiling please follow these instructions carefully.
1. DETERMINE PLACEMENT
Determine where in the ceiling the speakers will be placed using the recommendations under "Speaker
Placement". Pay careful attention to the section on avoiding obstructions.
2. LOCATE OBSTRUCTIONS
Find the joists nearest the desired speaker mounting location. The use of a good stud-finder tool is
highly recommended for this procedure. Make sure that there are no joists or obstructions where you
plan to install the speaker. Read "Checking for Obstructions" under the section "Speaker Placement".
3. TRACE TEMPLATE
Place the cutout template at the location you have decided to place the speaker. Use a few pieces of
tape or small tacks to hold the template in place. Trace an outline on the ceiling with a pencil.
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