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Instruction Manual
Using the 8.3 or 6.3 as a “Single Point Stereo”
Speaker
Your IC-6.3/8.3 comes from the factory ready for conventional (mono) use.
This means a single speaker will handle a single channel of information,
such as what is required for surround channel use.
If you are going to use your .3 speaker for surround
channel duties, leave the jumpers in the configuration
shown to the left.
The 6.3 and 8.3 speakers feature two sets of push-
to-connect terminals. You may connect the speaker
wires to either set of terminals but it is essential that the correct polarity of
the connections to your amplifier is maintained.
If you want to use the IC-6.3/8.3 as a “single-point
stereo” speaker (where the left and right channels are
handled by the single unit), then move the jumpers to
the position shown left. Set the Bipole/Dipole switch
to the Bipole position so the tweeter is in phase with
the woofer.
Connect the speaker wires for one channel to one
set of terminals, and the speaker wires for the other
channel to the other set of terminals.
If the sound from the speaker lacks definition, it is
likely the polarity is incorrect. It does not matter
which speaker terminals are connected to the left or right channel on your
amplifier, but correct polarity is critical.
Wire Gauge and Quality
A good rule of thumb when installing speakers is to use 16-gauge wire for
runs up to about 50 feet. Use 14-gauge wire for longer runs. 18-gauge is
acceptable for short runs less than about 25 feet. Use speaker wire whose
insulation meets local building codes. Consult a knowledgeable installer
for more details.
Single-Point Stereo
Using two IC-6.3 or IC-8.3 speakers for stereo
(conventional/surround use)
Using one IC-6.3 or IC-8.3 for single point stereo setup
Set jumpers to mono
position as shown
Set jumpers to stereo
position as shown
DIPOLE
BIPOLE
rear of speaker
