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RCC640 RETROFIT SUBWOOFER [RCC640-R]
The RCC640-R was designed be installed into a 2 x 4 stud wall with a minimum of 16” on center
spacing. The retrofit subwoofer is not impacted by cabinet orientation but needs to be used
vertically to fit into standard 16” on center stud spacing. The classical rule for subwoofer placement
is that the subwoofer should be placed on the same wall the front channels are located, positioned
at one-third of the total distance of the wall. When using multiple subwoofers, consult with your
dealer or custom installer for best placement options.
INSTALLATION OF RETROFIT
1.
Use the provided Cut-out Template to mark the desired wall location. The cut out dimensions are
645 mm [25.4”] H x 363 mm [14.3”] W.
2.
The minimum mounting depth for the RCC640-R is 97.5 mm [3.8”], i.e. a 2x4 stud is 3.5” deep, plus
1 layer of 12 mm [0.5”] or 15 mm [0.625”] thick drywall. The maximum thickness the RCC640-R can
dog clamps can accept is 41 mm [1.6”].
3.
Use a stud finder to check the location and make a small exploratory hole first to be sure that no
piping, wall studs, or electrical wires will interfere with the placement of the speaker.
4.
Using 2 conductor speaker wire, run between the subwoofer amplifier and the subwoofer. Use 16
gauge stranded speaker wire for run lengths under 15 m [50’] and 14 gauge for runs over 15 m
[50’].
5.
Once the hole is cut and test fitted with the. Connect the bare speaker wire ends to the spring-
loaded binding posts. Be sure to orient the terminal cup towards the direction the speaker wire
comes, as there may not be room to manage the speaker wire behind the module.
6.
Install the RCC640-R into the cut-out m
ade in the wall and carefully tighten the four dog leg
clamps on the RCC640-R using a #2 Philips. If using an electric screwdriver, be sure to use a low
torque setting.
7.
The grille for the RCC640-R is held in place by magnets. Simply position the grille over the front of
the cabinet.
PAINTING THE GRILLE & TRIM RING
1.
The Grille / Trim Ring assembly can be painted separate from the rest of the subwoofer.
2.
Grille Scrim Cloth - Carefully remove the thin fabric scrim cloth from the interior of the grille before
painting. The scrim is not to be painted. Replace scrim cloth after the paint is completely dry. If
the scrim does not adhere to the grille again use a spray adhesive to reattach.
