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EIC6 / EIW6

 INSTALLATION

For ceiling mounting, install the speakers in symmetrical 
locations. For wall mounting, ensure that speakers are 
equidistant from the floor.

Use the enclosed template to determine the correct cut-out 
dimensions. Cut the hole or opening using a sheet rock saw, 
keyhole saw or other suitable tool. Place the speaker in the 
opening to verify a flush fit. 

Remove speaker grille to gain access to the screws that 
turn the mounting tabs, which are located by turning the 
speaker over and pushing on the tab. The corresponding 
screw head will protrude, indicating which screws will need 
to be turned once the speaker is connected and mounted.

Run wires from the amplifier to the speakers, allowing an 
extra ’ of wire at the cutout location. Strip and twist 1/” of 
insulation off the wires. Wire runs should be hidden in the 
wall or ceiling and should not touch the speaker basket, 
wrap around the crossover network or hang loosely near a 
stud. Vibration may cause poor sound quality.

Insert the speaker into the hole cut in the wall or ceiling, 
and center the speaker in the opening. Attach the wires and 
secure speaker in a flush position. Turn the screw heads on 
the mounting tabs clockwise to tighten the tabs against the 
interior surface of the wall or ceiling.

Test the system to ensure all connections are correct. 

Adjustable tweeters can be rotated or pivoted to a 
maximum of 0 degrees off axis. Do not force the pivots 
beyond the limits of the built-in stop positions. 

Replace the white grille into the speaker baffle. If a color 
other than white is desired, the baffle and grille can be 
painted to match any interior. Most indoor paint types 
are suitable. Primer can be used when darker colors are 
required.  Do not paint the inner black baffle or drivers, 
as this will affect sound quality and reduce performance 
dramatically. When using spray method of painting, mask 
the interior baffle to protect the drivers from overspray.

Finalize Mounting 

Location

Prepare Opening

Locate Mounting Tabs

Prepare Wiring

Mount Speaker

Test System

Adjust Tweeters

Replace Grille

Speaker Installation

Summary of Contents for EIC6

Page 1: ...INSTALLATION OWNER S MANUAL EIC6 EIW6 In Ceiling In Wall Loudspeakers ...

Page 2: ...s The information provided will help obtain optimal performance Proof of purchase is required for warranty service Please keep the original sales receipt showing the date of purchase in the event the product requires service Model Dealer Name Dealer Phone Purchase Date Note Keep your original sales receipt or a photo copy with this installation owner s manual Introduction Warranty Coverage Purchas...

Page 3: ...spaced greater then two times x2 the ceiling height Measure from floor to ceiling and multiply by two For example in a room with an 8 foot ceiling speakers should be spaced no more than 16 feet apart This placement results in a coverage area of 500 square feet of Speakers Ceiling Height 8 9 10 11 12 1 250 325 400 485 575 2 500 650 800 970 1150 3 750 975 1200 1450 2300 4 1000 1300 1600 1930 2875 5 ...

Page 4: ...rom the speakers An equidistant speaker arrangement for multi channel installation produces the best results Position the listener in the middle of the sound stage with speakers positioned at equal distances Placing speakers close to the audio source maximum 30 feet produces the best audio results If a longer connection is needed increase wire size to 12 or 14 gauge Speakers should not be installe...

Page 5: ... 1 2 to 1 3 8 Spacers or longer screws can be used on thinner or thicker surfaces Adding insulation 3 to 4 insulation or damping material behind the speaker will improve sound quality Parallel or series wiring is not recommended Speakers should only be connected to receivers with 4 8 ohm amplifier loading Always connect speaker wires using the correct polarity Speaker wires are marked for polarity...

Page 6: ... stud Vibration may cause poor sound quality Insert the speaker into the hole cut in the wall or ceiling and center the speaker in the opening Attach the wires and secure speaker in a flush position Turn the screw heads on the mounting tabs clockwise to tighten the tabs against the interior surface of the wall or ceiling Test the system to ensure all connections are correct Adjustable tweeters can...

Page 7: ...torted or unnatural sound can indicate poor connections defective electronics damaged source material or speaker failure If only one of the speakers has poor sound quality check the speaker wire and audio connections If that doesn t fix the problem try putting each speaker in place of one another swapping If the sound remains poor on the suspect speaker after swapping location and the distortion m...

Page 8: ...heck the troubleshooting guide in your owner s manual A slight adjustment of any custom controls may save you a service call 2 If you require service during the warranty period you must carefully pack the product preferably in the original package and ship it by prepaid transportation with a copy of the original receipt from the retailer to an authorized service center 3 Please describe your probl...

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