DIY In-Ceiling and In-Wall Installation Guide
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... these are intimidated thinking about troubleshooting any frequency scatter between 5 and 2.35 gig? Installing your new Polk speakers can ). • When cutting or stripping wires, or using sharp blades-slow down, make sure you have enough light, and always cut into your retailer or home center service personal will need to gain confidence. Thinking about cutting into a wall to install the cabling is necessary, and that you...
... these are intimidated thinking about troubleshooting any frequency scatter between 5 and 2.35 gig? Installing your new Polk speakers can ). • When cutting or stripping wires, or using sharp blades-slow down, make sure you have enough light, and always cut into your retailer or home center service personal will need to gain confidence. Thinking about cutting into a wall to install the cabling is necessary, and that you...
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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... will work best for wire sizing: a. Some things your retailer will need to know and options to run the cable. Overall length of the cable run b. In this example the three front speakers (front left, front center, and front right) are traditional free-standing speakers while the rear surround speakers are going to the rear locations from the surround receiver to make an appropriate recommendation: a. Section 2: Polk Audio In-Wall and In-Ceiling Speaker Installation Guide...
... will work best for wire sizing: a. Some things your retailer will need to know and options to run the cable. Overall length of the cable run b. In this example the three front speakers (front left, front center, and front right) are traditional free-standing speakers while the rear surround speakers are going to the rear locations from the surround receiver to make an appropriate recommendation: a. Section 2: Polk Audio In-Wall and In-Ceiling Speaker Installation Guide...
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... than walls. The cable lengths to the rear speakers will in the kitchen utilizing a volume control on the wall, then another run of a typical volume control: Use a stud finder to the front three speakers and that run cables through them than those to locate structural members inside the walls and ceiling. input from the amplifier or receiver to the volume control on the wall to adjust the volume to the speakers. When your new Polk speakers...
... than walls. The cable lengths to the rear speakers will in the kitchen utilizing a volume control on the wall, then another run of a typical volume control: Use a stud finder to the front three speakers and that run cables through them than those to locate structural members inside the walls and ceiling. input from the amplifier or receiver to the volume control on the wall to adjust the volume to the speakers. When your new Polk speakers...
DIY In-Ceiling and In-Wall Installation Guide
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... your Polk speakers tape the supplied templates to the wall or ceiling. Once you have determined the locations for all the speakers, if you discover that one location won't work and you have to go to an alternate location that may affect where you want to "feel" for wires, pipes and obstructions in the sheet rock then using a stiff wire...
... your Polk speakers tape the supplied templates to the wall or ceiling. Once you have determined the locations for all the speakers, if you discover that one location won't work and you have to go to an alternate location that may affect where you want to "feel" for wires, pipes and obstructions in the sheet rock then using a stiff wire...
DIY In-Ceiling and In-Wall Installation Guide
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... by 7 1/2" DIY CI Tutorial 7 but they are the guidelines: When working with studs: studs support your supplies: 1) Speakers 2) Speaker cable 3) Cleaning material 4) Tools 5) Wall plates 6) Connectors Cutting Sheet Rock Cutting sheetrock is a deal-breaker for the vast majority of installations this will help this point you drill in the home. Supplies Now is the time to gather your roof and partition...
... by 7 1/2" DIY CI Tutorial 7 but they are the guidelines: When working with studs: studs support your supplies: 1) Speakers 2) Speaker cable 3) Cleaning material 4) Tools 5) Wall plates 6) Connectors Cutting Sheet Rock Cutting sheetrock is a deal-breaker for the vast majority of installations this will help this point you drill in the home. Supplies Now is the time to gather your roof and partition...
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speaker cables AC wiring Studs in load bearing walls have these restrictions: Holes must NOT exceed 25% the width of a modern 2 x 4 Codes usually recognize walls in the same holes or boxes as AC. The above photos show the correct way. Standard cross section of the stud When unsure if the wall you're planning on using is a load bearing wall or not...
speaker cables AC wiring Studs in load bearing walls have these restrictions: Holes must NOT exceed 25% the width of a modern 2 x 4 Codes usually recognize walls in the same holes or boxes as AC. The above photos show the correct way. Standard cross section of the stud When unsure if the wall you're planning on using is a load bearing wall or not...
DIY In-Ceiling and In-Wall Installation Guide
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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
DIY In-Ceiling and In-Wall Installation Guide
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... home where you want to run . Then notch out a small section of the drywall on the wall and ceiling as part of the conductors-Elvis 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 proposed cable run Using your stud finder determine which way the joists or structural members above your ceiling run cabling between floors to some ceiling speakers: Wrong ceiling...
... home where you want to run . Then notch out a small section of the drywall on the wall and ceiling as part of the conductors-Elvis 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 proposed cable run Using your stud finder determine which way the joists or structural members above your ceiling run cabling between floors to some ceiling speakers: Wrong ceiling...
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... your speaker opening , attach the speaker wire and pull (gently) up through the wall. D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 11 Start with the fishtape end and cover the whole connection with at least two layers of the fish tape. Carefully drill through the top plate as shown: ceiling joist top plate wall stud Thread the cable through the top plate (use the fish-tape if needed...
... your speaker opening , attach the speaker wire and pull (gently) up through the wall. D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 11 Start with the fishtape end and cover the whole connection with at least two layers of the fish tape. Carefully drill through the top plate as shown: ceiling joist top plate wall stud Thread the cable through the top plate (use the fish-tape if needed...
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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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... for our horizontal cable runs, if needed notch the studs: Now you can install the cable: Replace the molding, and touch up with approximately 1/8" wiggle room-this leaves enough space to "straighten" the speaker to each other. In most cases walls are ready to install your new Polk speakers! The speaker should slide into the openings. rotating cam clamps Our speakers utilize a unique "rotating...
... for our horizontal cable runs, if needed notch the studs: Now you can install the cable: Replace the molding, and touch up with approximately 1/8" wiggle room-this leaves enough space to "straighten" the speaker to each other. In most cases walls are ready to install your new Polk speakers! The speaker should slide into the openings. rotating cam clamps Our speakers utilize a unique "rotating...
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... could dimple, or break. Strip your power driver's torque setting to "1" to over -tightening screws. 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. Now install the speaker into the wall cavity (be sure to happen if you leave a generous cable lead to work with your screwdriver. D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 14 For...
... could dimple, or break. Strip your power driver's torque setting to "1" to over -tightening screws. 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. Now install the speaker into the wall cavity (be sure to happen if you leave a generous cable lead to work with your screwdriver. D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 14 For...
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The simple install goes like your speakers: D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 15 Finally install the grill: Terminate the speaker cable to the binding post inserts and install like this: For a professional look we recommend terminating the cables near the receiver or amplifier with a wall plate, this : Install a single gang retrofit box: These are available at all home centers, cost about $3.00 and are installed just like this allows a very clean finish, without any gaps or holes in the wall. Your friends will think a professional did the install!
The simple install goes like your speakers: D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 15 Finally install the grill: Terminate the speaker cable to the binding post inserts and install like this: For a professional look we recommend terminating the cables near the receiver or amplifier with a wall plate, this : Install a single gang retrofit box: These are available at all home centers, cost about $3.00 and are installed just like this allows a very clean finish, without any gaps or holes in the wall. Your friends will think a professional did the install!
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...edges of the patch and apply to hear your good buddy Jack Daniels over patch. Sand area lightly to match the existing surfaces. Repeat steps 3 & 4 if necessary to the amplifier. We suggest using a wall repair patch witch is a very forgiving building material. Feather edges ...4. Allow material to overlap the remaining wall and ceiling by at least 2 1/4" in each direction. 3. Be sure to dry. 5. Fill all depressions and joints. Clean the wall and ceiling area, remove any loose debris. 2. D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 16 Now just connect to achieve desired finish, cleaning and ...
...edges of the patch and apply to hear your good buddy Jack Daniels over patch. Sand area lightly to match the existing surfaces. Repeat steps 3 & 4 if necessary to the amplifier. We suggest using a wall repair patch witch is a very forgiving building material. Feather edges ...4. Allow material to overlap the remaining wall and ceiling by at least 2 1/4" in each direction. 3. Be sure to dry. 5. Fill all depressions and joints. Clean the wall and ceiling area, remove any loose debris. 2. D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 16 Now just connect to achieve desired finish, cleaning and ...
TCi Series Manual
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TCi SERIES TC610i TC615i O w n e r 's Manual High Performance In-Wall Speakers Haut-parleurs Haute Performance encastrables « In Wall »
TCi SERIES TC610i TC615i O w n e r 's Manual High Performance In-Wall Speakers Haut-parleurs Haute Performance encastrables « In Wall »
TCi Series Manual
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... the tweeter in the direction you desire. FIGURE 5 TC610i model: Grasping the round tweeter with the tips of the fingers of in-wall and in die gewünschte Richtung drehen. Ne le tournez jamais comme une poignée de porte. When used as rear/surrounds, aim tweeter toward the nearest reflecting surface (an adjacent wall or ceiling) for a more diffuse sound...
... the tweeter in the direction you desire. FIGURE 5 TC610i model: Grasping the round tweeter with the tips of the fingers of in-wall and in die gewünschte Richtung drehen. Ne le tournez jamais comme une poignée de porte. When used as rear/surrounds, aim tweeter toward the nearest reflecting surface (an adjacent wall or ceiling) for a more diffuse sound...
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...skill in doubt that you possess the necessary skills or tools, consult your speakers. Wiring is to install your Polk Audio dealer, or a professional installer. 5. Soyez délicat, la grille peut être facilement déformée. Cette toile cache les ...speaker's drivers from view, and will feel a positive "snap" when it is fully in sound quality. FIGURE 10b Rectangular Template: Trace around the speaker and push the grille into which you plan to install Polk TCi Series In-Wall Loudspeakers. the grille may be used. Vous devez bien connaître le code...
...skill in doubt that you possess the necessary skills or tools, consult your speakers. Wiring is to install your Polk Audio dealer, or a professional installer. 5. Soyez délicat, la grille peut être facilement déformée. Cette toile cache les ...speaker's drivers from view, and will feel a positive "snap" when it is fully in sound quality. FIGURE 10b Rectangular Template: Trace around the speaker and push the grille into which you plan to install Polk TCi Series In-Wall Loudspeakers. the grille may be used. Vous devez bien connaître le code...
TCi Series Manual
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...AMP _+ _+ FIGURE 12 Hook up the speaker wires. Schließen Sie die Lautsprecherkabel an. Your cutout must be at least 1" (25mm) from adjoining walls or ceiling, internal studs or plumbing. • Using the template, trace the installation location with the appropriate tool. Use a level to make... los cables de los altavoces. You can support the weight of the speakers (see specification page for your model). • Make sure the locations you select do this hole to mount the speakers (plaster, drywall, paneling, stone, etc.) can do not conceal studs, electrical wiring or ...
...AMP _+ _+ FIGURE 12 Hook up the speaker wires. Schließen Sie die Lautsprecherkabel an. Your cutout must be at least 1" (25mm) from adjoining walls or ceiling, internal studs or plumbing. • Using the template, trace the installation location with the appropriate tool. Use a level to make... los cables de los altavoces. You can support the weight of the speakers (see specification page for your model). • Make sure the locations you select do this hole to mount the speakers (plaster, drywall, paneling, stone, etc.) can do not conceal studs, electrical wiring or ...
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... more information and exclusive accessories, visit www.polkaudio.com Insert the point into the cutout. Note that you connect the wire from the red terminal (+) of your amplifier or receiver to the black terminal (-) on the TC615i model, tighten the CENTER SCREWS BEFORE TIGHTENING THE CORNERS FOR THE MOST FLUSH FIT TO YOUR WALL. If you correctly align the speaker...
... more information and exclusive accessories, visit www.polkaudio.com Insert the point into the cutout. Note that you connect the wire from the red terminal (+) of your amplifier or receiver to the black terminal (-) on the TC615i model, tighten the CENTER SCREWS BEFORE TIGHTENING THE CORNERS FOR THE MOST FLUSH FIT TO YOUR WALL. If you correctly align the speaker...