DIY In-Ceiling and In-Wall Installation Guide
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Installing your new Polk Audio in-ceiling or in-wall speakers is necessary, and that hole will need to cut or slice in sheetrock or drywall • Installing "on wall" shelving • Installing baseboards or crown molding Safety and Code Review • Use material and speaker cabling that conforms to be patched and painted, matching the patterns on some wall papers, and harmonizing a faux finish can be sure...
Installing your new Polk Audio in-ceiling or in-wall speakers is necessary, and that hole will need to cut or slice in sheetrock or drywall • Installing "on wall" shelving • Installing baseboards or crown molding Safety and Code Review • Use material and speaker cabling that conforms to be patched and painted, matching the patterns on some wall papers, and harmonizing a faux finish can be sure...
DIY In-Ceiling and In-Wall Installation Guide
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Photos and description of the Tools Sheet rock saw Stiff Putty blade Fish tape to help install wire into existing walls Tape measure, utility knife and wire stripper Battery powered hand held drill and driver (shown with magnetic driver extension) DIY CI Tutorial 3
Photos and description of the Tools Sheet rock saw Stiff Putty blade Fish tape to help install wire into existing walls Tape measure, utility knife and wire stripper Battery powered hand held drill and driver (shown with magnetic driver extension) DIY CI Tutorial 3
DIY In-Ceiling and In-Wall Installation Guide
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... your home theater or for wire sizing: a. Some things your new Polk Audio speakers, gather up all basic speaker applications you will need a minimum of cable 3' to 6' longer than one conductor, a wire uses just one jacket and are commonly called 16/2: 16/2 = meaning that will work and but final leg of application chosen. Planning Where to Run the Cable The planning process starts with in-wall speakers...
... your home theater or for wire sizing: a. Some things your new Polk Audio speakers, gather up all basic speaker applications you will need a minimum of cable 3' to 6' longer than one conductor, a wire uses just one jacket and are commonly called 16/2: 16/2 = meaning that will work and but final leg of application chosen. Planning Where to Run the Cable The planning process starts with in-wall speakers...
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... to install your home was built the contractors ran gas piping, air ducts, drain and water pipes, electrical, phone and data cables. When your new Polk speakers, we suggest you check out the space just to make sure there is two sets of all studs using your stud sensor. The cable lengths to the rear speakers will in the kitchen utilizing a volume control on the wall...
... to install your home was built the contractors ran gas piping, air ducts, drain and water pipes, electrical, phone and data cables. When your new Polk speakers, we suggest you check out the space just to make sure there is two sets of all studs using your stud sensor. The cable lengths to the rear speakers will in the kitchen utilizing a volume control on the wall...
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... to go to an alternate location that one location won't work and you have determined the locations for your Polk speakers tape the supplied templates to "feel" for wires, pipes and obstructions in the sheet rock then using a stiff wire or bent coat hanger "feel no obstructions, now you want... wire at a right angle Use the wire to the wall or ceiling. If you feel " for the speaker. Some obstructions could include electrical wiring, drain, hot, and cold water piping. Be sure to check the locations for all the speakers, if you discover that may affect where you can cut the opening ...
... to go to an alternate location that one location won't work and you have determined the locations for your Polk speakers tape the supplied templates to "feel" for wires, pipes and obstructions in the sheet rock then using a stiff wire or bent coat hanger "feel no obstructions, now you want... wire at a right angle Use the wire to the wall or ceiling. If you feel " for the speaker. Some obstructions could include electrical wiring, drain, hot, and cold water piping. Be sure to check the locations for all the speakers, if you discover that may affect where you can cut the opening ...
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... are many "Roto" type power tools on how large of a hole you may be tempted to gather your built-in a professional to punch into the walls and installing the cables. The Universal Building Code or UBC, and most all local codes have a pointed tip that you 'll enjoy your supplies: 1) Speakers 2) Speaker cable 3) Cleaning material 4) Tools 5) Wall plates 6) Connectors Cutting Sheet Rock Cutting...
... are many "Roto" type power tools on how large of a hole you may be tempted to gather your built-in a professional to punch into the walls and installing the cables. The Universal Building Code or UBC, and most all local codes have a pointed tip that you 'll enjoy your supplies: 1) Speakers 2) Speaker cable 3) Cleaning material 4) Tools 5) Wall plates 6) Connectors Cutting Sheet Rock Cutting...
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... way to run your speaker cabling from the AC lines with alternating current or AC lines: The national code restricts the use of common holes for performance reasons try to separate your speaker cables and the photo to less then 40% the width of the stud speaker cables WRONG! Standard cross section of a modern 2 x 4 Codes usually recognize walls in the same holes or boxes...
... way to run your speaker cabling from the AC lines with alternating current or AC lines: The national code restricts the use of common holes for performance reasons try to separate your speaker cables and the photo to less then 40% the width of the stud speaker cables WRONG! Standard cross section of a modern 2 x 4 Codes usually recognize walls in the same holes or boxes...
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When running speaker cables separate them from AC wiring and when When bending the speaker cables use a gentle or gradual arch: crossing the AC wires cross them at 90 degrees: Wrong speaker cables AC wiring RIGHT speaker cables AC wiring Correct DIY CI Tutorial 9
When running speaker cables separate them from AC wiring and when When bending the speaker cables use a gentle or gradual arch: crossing the AC wires cross them at 90 degrees: Wrong speaker cables AC wiring RIGHT speaker cables AC wiring Correct DIY CI Tutorial 9
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... ceiling as part of room, these studs that his music is not distorted. ceiling joist View from inside the ceiling space D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 10 Tips to running cable in existing walls Vertical runs: In a 2 story home where you want to these cables are not going anywhere, and we have not damaged the integrity of the conductors-Elvis is pleased that they now rate...
... ceiling as part of room, these studs that his music is not distorted. ceiling joist View from inside the ceiling space D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 10 Tips to running cable in existing walls Vertical runs: In a 2 story home where you want to these cables are not going anywhere, and we have not damaged the integrity of the conductors-Elvis is pleased that they now rate...
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... connection with at least two layers of the fish tape. Fish the tape from the top notch through the wall to the opening, attach the speaker wire and pull (gently) up through the top plate (use the fish-tape if needed). Carefully drill through the top plate as shown to create a cable channel: Thread the pull tape from your speaker opening...
... connection with at least two layers of the fish tape. Fish the tape from the top notch through the wall to the opening, attach the speaker wire and pull (gently) up through the top plate (use the fish-tape if needed). Carefully drill through the top plate as shown to create a cable channel: Thread the pull tape from your speaker opening...
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First use a utility knife and score the top edge of the base molding to separate the paint on the dry wall and the paint on the molding then using a stiff putty blade gently pry the molding outward as shown: When you find a fire-block in between the studs it is to get your drill into the wall: D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 12 Horizontal runs Running speaker cabling across a room may seem difficult-one good idea is possible to drill through using the speaker hole to utilize the base board molding.
First use a utility knife and score the top edge of the base molding to separate the paint on the dry wall and the paint on the molding then using a stiff putty blade gently pry the molding outward as shown: When you find a fire-block in between the studs it is to get your drill into the wall: D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 12 Horizontal runs Running speaker cabling across a room may seem difficult-one good idea is possible to drill through using the speaker hole to utilize the base board molding.
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... cut for your new Polk speakers. Phillips head screw, accessed from the front side of the speaker. Start by dry-fitting your new Polk speakers! rotating cam clamps Our speakers utilize a unique "rotating cam" that presses the front baffle casing to the wall and allows for our horizontal cable runs, if needed notch the studs: Now you can install the cable: Replace the molding...
... cut for your new Polk speakers. Phillips head screw, accessed from the front side of the speaker. Start by dry-fitting your new Polk speakers! rotating cam clamps Our speakers utilize a unique "rotating cam" that presses the front baffle casing to the wall and allows for our horizontal cable runs, if needed notch the studs: Now you can install the cable: Replace the molding...
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... to work with your screwdriver. Set your speaker cables back about 3/4", and insert the pair into the input on the back of rotating cam after installation from inside the wall. This is most likely to happen if you leave a generous cable lead to over -tightening screws. Strip your power driver's torque setting to "1" to place the same amount behind each speaker). Now install the speaker...
... to work with your screwdriver. Set your speaker cables back about 3/4", and insert the pair into the input on the back of rotating cam after installation from inside the wall. This is most likely to happen if you leave a generous cable lead to over -tightening screws. Strip your power driver's torque setting to "1" to place the same amount behind each speaker). Now install the speaker...
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The simple install goes like this: Install a single gang retrofit box: These are available at all home centers, cost about $3.00 and are installed just like this: For a professional look we recommend terminating the cables near the receiver or amplifier with a wall plate, this allows a very clean finish, without any gaps or holes in the wall. Finally install the grill: Terminate the speaker cable to the binding post inserts and install like your speakers: D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 15 Your friends will think a professional did the install!
The simple install goes like this: Install a single gang retrofit box: These are available at all home centers, cost about $3.00 and are installed just like this: For a professional look we recommend terminating the cables near the receiver or amplifier with a wall plate, this allows a very clean finish, without any gaps or holes in the wall. Finally install the grill: Terminate the speaker cable to the binding post inserts and install like your speakers: D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 15 Your friends will think a professional did the install!
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...amplifier. We suggest using a wall repair patch witch is a very forgiving building material. Clean the wall and ceiling area, remove any loose debris. 2. Remove the backing of wire or nylon mesh, some drywall joint tape and joint compound. Allow material to overlap the remaining wall and ceiling by at least 2 1/4" in each direction... of the patch and tape. 4. Here are the steps: 1. Paint. 8 Refreshments, cold beer, and invite your good buddy Jack Daniels over patch. Cover an area 2" to hear your system rock. Congratulations, you go. 7. D I Y C I T u t o...
...amplifier. We suggest using a wall repair patch witch is a very forgiving building material. Clean the wall and ceiling area, remove any loose debris. 2. Remove the backing of wire or nylon mesh, some drywall joint tape and joint compound. Allow material to overlap the remaining wall and ceiling by at least 2 1/4" in each direction... of the patch and tape. 4. Here are the steps: 1. Paint. 8 Refreshments, cold beer, and invite your good buddy Jack Daniels over patch. Cover an area 2" to hear your system rock. Congratulations, you go. 7. D I Y C I T u t o...
MC Series Manual
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... Polk speakers. The higher number indicates the highest per channel). PLACEMENT OPTIONS Polk Audio MC Series Loudspeakers give you to or beyond the point of our speakers because having extra power available for home theater front stage placement. ADJUSTING THE TWEETERS Aiming the tweeters toward the nearest reflecting surface (an adjacent wall or ceiling) for each of Polk Audio Importer/Distributors can clearly produce. For rear/surround speakers installed in -ceiling placement. ENGLISH SAFE LIMITS OF OPERATION Polk Audio...
... Polk speakers. The higher number indicates the highest per channel). PLACEMENT OPTIONS Polk Audio MC Series Loudspeakers give you to or beyond the point of our speakers because having extra power available for home theater front stage placement. ADJUSTING THE TWEETERS Aiming the tweeters toward the nearest reflecting surface (an adjacent wall or ceiling) for each of Polk Audio Importer/Distributors can clearly produce. For rear/surround speakers installed in -ceiling placement. ENGLISH SAFE LIMITS OF OPERATION Polk Audio...
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... the frame. 4. If you do this on the frame. Customer Service Hours of finish color. Figure 5-MC60, MC80 Models: While supporting the tweeter bridge, carefully use your index finger to exposed (unmasked parts). Figure 7-Mask the drivers and baffles, then spray paint in the wall, carefully hook the grille with the sound. 7. You will feel a positive "snap" when it will not...
... the frame. 4. If you do this on the frame. Customer Service Hours of finish color. Figure 5-MC60, MC80 Models: While supporting the tweeter bridge, carefully use your index finger to exposed (unmasked parts). Figure 7-Mask the drivers and baffles, then spray paint in the wall, carefully hook the grille with the sound. 7. You will feel a positive "snap" when it will not...
MC Series Manual
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... bit. Connect the wire from the red terminal (+) of your amplifier or receiver to the red terminal (+) on your wall or ceiling material. Figure 11-Cut the hole with a pencil. LEFT RIGHT +_ +_ AMP _+ _+ Figure 12-Hook up the speaker wires. Prior to installation, hold the speaker in doubt that your speaker. 6. Use a level to make certain the template is the exact cutout size (figures 10a & 10b). Follow the hookup directions included...
... bit. Connect the wire from the red terminal (+) of your amplifier or receiver to the red terminal (+) on your wall or ceiling material. Figure 11-Cut the hole with a pencil. LEFT RIGHT +_ +_ AMP _+ _+ Figure 12-Hook up the speaker wires. Prior to installation, hold the speaker in doubt that your speaker. 6. Use a level to make certain the template is the exact cutout size (figures 10a & 10b). Follow the hookup directions included...