Preparation and Planning
Safety Considerations
Before installing your speaker, make sure that you have a thorough
understanding of local building and fire codes. Improper installation can
cause serious injury. Use only industry approved mounting methods and
hardware.
Califone cannot be held responsible for improper installation or
subsequent damage.
Determining Placement
For stereo music listening, it’s best to position the speakers in the ceiling
or wall, slightly in front of the listening area, rather than directly overhead.
For surround sound systems, locate the front channels (left, right and
center) in the ceiling or wall toward the front of the listening area. Locate
the rear (left and right) speakers slightly behind the main listening area.
Preparing the Speaker
Once you have selected a location for your speaker, remove the inner cardboard
disk from the included paint mask and use it as a template to trace the cutout
area.
If you choose to paint the speaker frame and grille, use the included cardboard
paint mask to protect the speaker. Paint and allow to dry before installing.
Use the enclosed grille remover tool, or insert paper clip into one of the grille
holes and pull up. Alternatively, carefully twist (flex) the plastic outer frame back
and forth to expose the edges of the grille, then lift to remove.
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Installation
Tools Required
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#2 Phillips Screwdriver
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Wire strippers
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Level
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Stud finder
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Hand-held Drywall Saw
Installing in an Acoustic or Drop Ceiling
The acoustic tiles of a drop ceiling are typically not dense or sturdy enough to
support the weight of the speaker. For installation in a drop ceiling, use of the
CS308-MNT mounting bracket is required for safety.
Do not install the CS308 speaker in a drop ceiling without the mounting
bracket, as it can pose a potential safety hazard if it falls.
The mounting bracket kit is designed to fit a standard drop ceiling with 24” x 24” or
24” x 48” panels. The 24” cross braces fit directly over the drop ceiling’s tile frame.
Please note that the speaker can be installed in ceiling tiles with a maximum
thickness of 1.25 inches.
Remove the ceiling tile from the frame and carefully measure the position for the
speaker cutout, using the template to trace the cutout area. Make certain to
position the assembly directly over the desired cutout location.
Attach both sides of the Circular Speaker Bracket to the Bridge Brackets using the
included screws and nuts.
