SPEAKER CONNECTIONS
Speakers and electronics terminals have corresponding (+) and (–)
terminals. It is important to connect both speakers identically: (+) on
the speaker to (+) on the amplifier and (–) on the speaker to (–) on the
amplifier. Wiring “out of phase” results in thin sound, weak bass and a
poor stereo image.
With the advent of multichannel surround sound systems, connecting all
of the speakers in your system with the correct polarity remains equally
important in order to preserve the proper ambience and directionality of
the program material.
To use the binding-post speaker terminals, unscrew the colored collar
until the pass-through hole in the center post is visible under the collar.
Insert the bare end of the wire through this hole; then screw the collar
down until the connection is tight. The hole in the center of each collar is
intended for use with banana type connectors.
The side of the wire that is Red, with a ridge, or other coding is usually
considered positive polarity (i.e., +). For wire runs inside the wall, be
sure to use a CL2/3 fire rated cable (refer to local codes). Also, consult
the ownerʼs manuals that were included with your amplifier or receiver to
confirm connection procedures.
WIRE LENGTH
RECOMMENDED SIZE
Up to 20 ft.
16 gauge
Up to 30 ft.
14 gauge
Greater than 30 ft.
12 gauge
–
+
–
+
–
+
Receiver
Speaker Outputs
LEFT
LEFT
RIGHT
RIGHT
–
+
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