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[INSTALLATION GUIDELINES]
When selecting the speaker mounting location, it is prudent to take a few extra minutes to carefully inspect and measure the wall
or ceiling area where you intend to mount the CI150. An inspection of the room or rooms that back-up to the wall you have selected
for mounting the CI150, can often alert you to potential obstacles. For example, if the wall you want to mount into happens to be the
common wall for a bathroom or kitchen, there is a good chance you will encounter water or sewer pipes in the wall that will not be
detected by a stud-finder. An electronic stud-finder is a useful tool to assist you in selecting the speaker placement, however be cautious
as they often give false readings.
Drilling a .5” inspection hole will save you time and eliminate the need to elaborate drywall repair. If you are unable to see into the hole,
use a stiff piece of wire or coat hanger with a right angle bend 5” - 6” from one end. Insert the wire into the inspection hole and spin in
all directions. If you do not hit any obstructions, such as wood or pipes, it is usually safe to proceed. If any obstructions are detected, an
alternate location should be selected. You will want to center the speaker equidistant between studs when possible – if your mounting
position places the speaker flange close to a stud, you may remove the clamp assembly on that side and secure the flange directly to
the stud using drywall or wood screws.
Choose the appropriate mounting location for each speaker.
NOTE:
When deciding upon a location, consider the following:
• Be certain your speaker wires can be run to or are accessible from these locations.
• Make certain the wall or ceiling material is sturdy enough to support the weight and vibration of the speakers.
• It is recommended that our pre-construction rough-in brackets
(part number RB-19)
be used whenever possible in new construction.
• Be certain the area behind the speaker is free of obstacles such as wall studs, electrical wiring, pipes, etc.
• Each speaker should be positioned properly, relative to the listening area for good coverage.
• Audio performance and room-to-room isolation will be improved if there is some fiberglass insulation placed loosely behind the
speaker.
[SPEAKER INSTALLATION]
STEP 1:
Place the cutout template against the wall surface and align it using your bubble level. Hold, tape or staple the template in place
and trace around the perimeter of the template with a pencil. Remove the template and begin cutting on the pencil line.
STEP 2:
When the cutout is complete, carefully remove the drywall piece from the opening. You now have a large opening to facilitate
pulling your speaker wire. We recommend 16 gauge or heavier wire be used with the CI150. Contact your Phase Technology
®
Dealer
for a recommendation.
STEP 3:
Remove the grill from the CI150 using the pull tabs and unscrew the eight screws that secure the speaker baffle to the
aluminum frame assembly and set aside. Remove the flange assembly from the back box.
STEP 4:
Next loosen the screws used to tighten the clamp assembly until they are fully extended. To place the flange assembly into
the wall push the clamp assemblies toward the center of the flange opening; the holes in the flange will allow the mounting screws to
tilt toward the center opening enough to insert the flange assembly into the wall. Insert the right side into the wall cutout and slide the
complete assembly to the right. This will enable you to then fit the left side clamp assembly into the cutout. Center the entire assembly
in the opening.
STEP 5:
Pinch the self-aligning clamp assembly inside the wall until it contacts the backside of the drywall surface. This will force the
four retaining screws to protrude from the front of the flange. Continue to hold the clamp with one hand and use the electric screwdriver
to tighten the center screw of the flange. Once snug, repeat the procedure on the other clamp assembly. Using your level, verify the
mounting frame is correctly aligned in the opening. Make any necessary adjustments then tighten the remaining screws until the frame
is snug and securely clamping the wallboard. Avoid over-tightening the screws.
STEP 6:
If you plan on painting the flange and grille, insert the grille into the flange now and paint the assembly. Wait for the paint to
dry and remove the grille. Proceed to step 7.
STEP 7:
Before installing the back box take your speaker wires and connect them to the terminals on the end of the box. There are
two sets of terminals one is for the Front Channel and the other is for the Center Channel. Use care to properly connect the + & - leads
correctly, then place the back box in the flange. Make sure the back box is in the correct orientation. There are two volumes in the back
box. The smaller one is for the center channel and in most cases should be mounted closer to the floor.
