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CT8 and CT10
960.065 Rev # 0
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If you are planning to install CT10B models
with stud/nut mounting hardware into surfaces
finished with gypsum board or plaster, make sure
that you will have access to the rear of the
loudspeaker assembly. If this may not be possible
you should consider using the CT10B models
with torsion spring mounting hardware, the
CT8BH models with screw mounting hardware, or
the CT12FH/CT12FHT models with the FMB-F
bezel, which do not require access to the rear of
the assembly to complete installation.
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CT10B models with stud/nut mounting hard-
ware cannot be used with backcans that have a
plaster flange. Alternatively, you may use these
type of backcans with CT8B models with standard
screw mount hardware, or use a backcan with
plaster flange and torsion spring receptacles (i.e.
Lowell CP810-T) in combination with any CT8B/
CT10B models with torsion spring mounting
hardware.
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In hard-to-access plenums or retrofit installa-
tions requiring backcans, most CT8B/CT10B
loudspeakers can be installed using a blind-mount
enclosure (Soundolier BMT95-8 Series or similar).
These enclosures have mounting facilities for
screw mount and torsion spring mount speaker
models. Please refer to the manufacturer’s specifi-
cations for more information.
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In hard-to-access plenums or retrofit installa-
tions NOT requiring backcans, most CT8B/CT10B
loudspeakers can be installed using plastic
mounting rings (Soundolier P77/P78 or similar).
These rings can be snapped at breakslot and then
maneuvered it through the opening.
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New installations in drywall, plaster and stud
ceilings not requiring backcans can be completed
using metal mounting rings. Several models are
available for either screw or torsion spring mount
models, with or without plaster flanges, and some
have mounting ears to attach to 16" and 24" on-
center studs. (Soundolier 75/76 Series or similar).
Please refer to the manufacturer’s specifications
for more information.
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If a situation should arise which cannot be
resolved through the information contained in
these installation instructions or notes, please
contact SOUND ADVANCE SYSTEMS, Customer
Support Services at (800) 592 4644 or (714) 556
2378 Monday-Friday 8 AM to 5 PM Pacific Time.
FAX (714) 556 5425
LOUDSPEAKER CONNECTION:
GENERAL NOTES:
PLEASE NOTE: IN INSTALLATIONS USING UL LISTED
PRODUCTS ADDITIONAL CODE REQUIREMENTS
REGARDING ATTACHMENT, WIRING, AND PROCE-
DURES MAY HAVE TO BE MET. INSURE THAT YOU
HAVE CHECKED ALL NEEDED DOCUMENTATION
AND HAVE MET ALL REQUIREMENTS AS NEC, NFPA
70 AND APPLICABLE LOCAL/NATIONAL CODES.
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Fold over and securely tape any unused
speaker wires making sure that the bare leads do
not touch each other or the speaker backcan
assembly. Insure that all wiring does not touch the
loudspeaker surface.
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Always allow sufficient slack for attachment to
the transformer tap pigtails or other connection
points as required.
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Take care not to cut the insulation or otherwise
damage the wiring when tightening the cable
clamp.
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Avoid dripping solder onto any portion of the
loudspeaker.
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All UL Listed models are shipped with the
transformer push-on connector in the 8W position.
Reset the connector for the wattage tap required.
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Fire Protective Signaling models are provided
with dual leads. Insure that you connect both sets
in accordance to UL1480 requirements.
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To facilitate labor on torsion spring mounting
installations, it may result convenient to insert the
torsion springs into the receptacles of the selected
hardware previous to connecting the loudspeaker.
FOR CT8B/CT10B (H, HG, S, SG)
Connect the speaker wiring to the correct (+) and
(-) loudspeaker terminals using a suitable method such
as wire nuts, crimps, or solder/shrink tubing.
FOR CT8B/CT10B (HT, ST)
Attach black pigtail wire from loudspeaker
assembly to common wire. Choose the appropriate
speaker tap from the transformer and attach to loud-
speaker wiring. Secure the connections using a
suitable method such as wire nuts, crimps, or solder/
