RBH Sound A-414, Installation And Instruction Manual, Page: 6 / 16

Speaker Installation
(continued)
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NOTE:
The frame will overlap the cutting edge by about a 1/4 to 5/8-inch
(depending on model) which will mask any minor cutting inaccuracies.
5. Confirm the speaker easily fits into the hole, without any gaps.
Connecting the Speaker:
6. Pull the speaker wire out of the hole and connect
the speaker. Split the two conductors of the
speaker wire apart about 3-inches so they form a
“Y”. Using wire strippers, remove about 1/4 to 1/2-
inch of insulation from each of the two conductors
of the wire to expose the bare metal and twist each
of the conductors into a single unfrayed strand.
The speaker terminals will accommodate any
speaker wire up to 14-gauge. Select an appropriate
wire gauge from the following chart:
18 gauge for up to 50-feet
16 gauge for up to 100-feet
14 gauge for up to 200-feet
NOTE:
When connecting a speaker it is very
important to retain the correct polarity (improper
polarity will cause reduced bass performance and
unnatural imaging effects). To do this, be sure the wire attached to the positive
terminal on the speaker (marked [+] or colored red) connects to the positive
terminal on the amplifier. Similarly, the negative terminal (marked [-] or colored
black) must connect to the negative terminal on the amplifier.
Finishing the Installation
7. Slide the speaker into the pre-cut hole in drywall or new construction bracket
keeping the speaker cable out of the way to prevent pinching it. If using pinch-
bracket model, insert top or side first then move speaker towards inserted end
and slide opposite bracket end inside, then center speaker in hole.
8. Tighten the screws. The dog legs will automatically swing out and tighten
(pinch) themselves against the new construction bracket or the drywall with
the turning of the screws and will hold the speaker solidly in place , the pinch-
bracket will move forward. Don’t over tighten screws, if you over-tighten the
screws the speaker frame may bend which will make it difficult to properly install
the grille.
NOTE:
If using a drill/driver, set the clutch to a low setting to prevent over
tightening and possible damage to the frame or dog legs. If using hand tools,
tighten just until firm.
9. If the speaker has any tone controls or has a swivel tweeter, leave the grille off
until you can listen to the speaker. Once the speaker is adjusted, install the grille.
NOTE:
Handle the grilles carefully, as they pressure-fit into the installed
speaker. If the grille does not install easily try loosening the mounting screws
before resorting to forcing the grille into the speaker. When removing grille use
included pick or RBH grille removal tool.