E L A N H O M E S Y S T E M S
INSTALLATION MANUAL
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S86A
Speaker Outputs
The Quick Lock connectors on the S86A can accept 28 to 16 AWG speaker wires. These wires can be directly con-
nected to speakers located throughout the home, or, for a professional appearance, can be connected to ELAN’s
PSP12 Speaker Precision Panel using bare leads or banana plugs.
Note: Speaker Outputs are always VARIABLE and are unaffected by
the ZONE Preamp Output DIP Switches.
Note: Because the Speaker Outputs are Variable, it is NOT
RECOMMENDED to use Volume Controls with the S86A’s builtin
amplifier. Unanticipated volume functionality may result. Subzones
requiring the use of Volume Controls should utilize an
external amplifier connected to the S86A’s ZONE PREAMP
OUTPUTS. The ZONE PREAMP OUTPUTS should be set to
FIXED.
Figure 3-44: Speaker Output Connections
To Connect Speaker leads:
1. Open each Quick Lock connector.
2. Strip approximately 1/2” 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 lead to ensure connectivity.
Figure 3-45: Quick Lock Connector
• Use 28-16
AW
G Stranded Copper Speaker
Wi
re
• Amplifier is Rated at 8 Ohms.
Do Not Configure Impedance Below 8 Ohms.
• The built-in amplifier is NOT bridgeable. Do NOT
attempt to bridge or combine channels.
• Volume Controls Are NOT Recommended.
Important Notes:
