Step 1: Decide where you want to place your speakers
The
speakers should be separated approximately 6 to 10 feet apart. If possible,
the left and right speakers should be located the same distance from
the listening position.
Step
2: Make sure the place you choose for your in-ceiling speakers
is between the ceiling joists (preferably centered). Tap the ceiling
for a hollow sound or use a stud finder to locate the studs.
Step
3: Trace around the cardboard template with a pencil for
your speaker placement. Make sure the speakers are even and level.
Step
4: Drill a small hole in the center outline you just traced.
Step
5: Bend a piece of coat hanger wire. Insert the wire into
the hole, then slowly rotate to check for any obstructions. If there
are any obstructions, patch the hole and relocate the speaker.
Step
6: Carefully cut away the outline you traced using a keyhole
or drywall saw. Then remove the cutout.
Step
7: Run the cable from the speaker outputs of your receiver
or amplifier to your speakers. Use high quality cable such as Home
Tech 100C, 16/4 speaker cable. Allow a few extra feet of cable. You
may also splice together lengths of cable if you have a long distance
to cover. Leave enough cable slack to strip the conductors and work
on the connections.
Note: If
cable is to be run through walls or ceilings, the cable must be UL
and CL rated for your safety and building code compliance.
 
Step
8: (Optional): Speaker performance can be enhanced by insulating
the cavity with fiberglass insulation. When installing speakers in
a ceiling, it is best to install a sheet of unfaced fiberglass insulation
behind and around the back of the speaker.
Step
9: Pull the cable slack through the hole in the ceiling
and strip off the outer jacket. Strip about ˝" of insulation off
the ends of the wires. Connect the positive wire from the amplifier
to the red terminal on the speaker. Connect the negative wire to
the black terminal on the speaker.
Note: Make
sure the power is turned off on your amplifier or receiver before connecting
the speakers.
Step
10: Remove the speaker grille by pushing one of the Roto-Lock® screws
towards the front of the speaker. Place the speaker into the cutout
in the ceiling.
Step
11: Tighten the screws evenly until the speaker is flat
against the ceiling.
Note: If
you are using a drill to tighten the screws, be sure to set the drill
to its lowest torque setting.
Step
12: Reinsert the grille into the speaker baffle.
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