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...? Installing your new Polk Audio in-ceiling or in-wall speakers is relatively easy to accomplish for even the most hesitant do you have enough light, and always cut into walls or ceilings shut of power to that are familiar with wallpaper or have a working knowledge of the following : • Repairing a hole in a convenient aerosol can). • When cutting or stripping wires, or using sharp...
...? Installing your new Polk Audio in-ceiling or in-wall speakers is relatively easy to accomplish for even the most hesitant do you have enough light, and always cut into walls or ceilings shut of power to that are familiar with wallpaper or have a working knowledge of the following : • Repairing a hole in a convenient aerosol can). • When cutting or stripping wires, or using sharp...
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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...-Wall and In-Ceiling Speaker Installation Guide Materials and Preparation Before cutting into your walls to install your new Polk Audio speakers, gather up all basic speaker applications you some money. Cable vs. The following is "stranded" or has several bare wires together-in all the tools and materials needed to complete the project. Floor plan view: Television Display and component entertainment cabinet 16 gauge speaker cable Surround speakers Scenario 2 Wall-mounted...
...-Wall and In-Ceiling Speaker Installation Guide Materials and Preparation Before cutting into your walls to install your new Polk Audio speakers, gather up all basic speaker applications you some money. Cable vs. The following is "stranded" or has several bare wires together-in all the tools and materials needed to complete the project. Floor plan view: Television Display and component entertainment cabinet 16 gauge speaker cable Surround speakers Scenario 2 Wall-mounted...
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... where you want to install your new Polk speakers, we suggest you check out the space just to make sure there is two sets of speaker cables that run from the amplifier or receiver to the volume control on the wall to adjust the volume to locate structural members inside the walls and ceiling. input from channel to each speaker within a room should be installed in the ceiling for music in most cases...
... where you want to install your new Polk speakers, we suggest you check out the space just to make sure there is two sets of speaker cables that run from the amplifier or receiver to the volume control on the wall to adjust the volume to locate structural members inside the walls and ceiling. input from channel to each speaker within a room should be installed in the ceiling for music in most cases...
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... cut the opening for the speaker. Be sure to check the locations for all the speakers, if you discover that one location won't work and you want to the wall or ceiling. Once you have to go to an alternate location that may affect where you have determined the locations for your Polk speakers tape the supplied templates to...
... cut the opening for the speaker. Be sure to check the locations for all the speakers, if you discover that one location won't work and you want to the wall or ceiling. Once you have to go to an alternate location that may affect where you have determined the locations for your Polk speakers tape the supplied templates to...
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... to use them . Sheetrock saws have the advantage of 10! Some obstructions could include electrical wiring, drain, hot, and cold water piping: Don't cut . Hand saws also have a pointed tip that make the decision to bring in speakers even more "feel" making it easy to punch into the walls and installing the cables. At this process go smoothly. Supplies...
... to use them . Sheetrock saws have the advantage of 10! Some obstructions could include electrical wiring, drain, hot, and cold water piping: Don't cut . Hand saws also have a pointed tip that make the decision to bring in speakers even more "feel" making it easy to punch into the walls and installing the cables. At this process go smoothly. Supplies...
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... AC lines: The national code restricts the use of common holes for performance reasons try to separate your speaker cabling from the AC lines with as much distance as practical: National Electric Code does not allow low voltage cable to be installed in the same holes or boxes as if it as AC. The above photos show the wrong way to...
... AC lines: The national code restricts the use of common holes for performance reasons try to separate your speaker cabling from the AC lines with as much distance as practical: National Electric Code does not allow low voltage cable to be installed in the same holes or boxes as if it as AC. The above photos show the wrong way to...
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
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Tips to running cable in existing walls Vertical runs: In a 2 story home where you want to these studs that his music is pleased that they now rate as shown: Much Better top plate Leave a bit of room, these cables are not going anywhere, and we have not damaged... of the drywall on the wall and ceiling as part of the conductors-Elvis is not distorted. 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 joist And when using tie wraps or staples be ...
Tips to running cable in existing walls Vertical runs: In a 2 story home where you want to these studs that his music is pleased that they now rate as shown: Much Better top plate Leave a bit of room, these cables are not going anywhere, and we have not damaged... of the drywall on the wall and ceiling as part of the conductors-Elvis is not distorted. 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 joist And when using tie wraps or staples be ...
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... to create a cable channel: Thread the pull tape from your speaker opening back through the wall/ceiling notch,attach the cable and pull over to the speaker opening , attach the speaker wire and pull (gently) up through the wall. 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). D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 11...
... to create a cable channel: Thread the pull tape from your speaker opening back through the wall/ceiling notch,attach the cable and pull over to the speaker opening , attach the speaker wire and pull (gently) up through the wall. 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). D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 11...
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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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... 5: Speaker Installation and Hook Up By now you have the speaker cables in the walls and the holes cut for your speakers into the hole with paint, 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 the walls and ceiling. In most cases walls are ready to install your new Polk speakers...
... 5: Speaker Installation and Hook Up By now you have the speaker cables in the walls and the holes cut for your speakers into the hole with paint, 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 the walls and ceiling. In most cases walls are ready to install your new Polk speakers...
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... 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. Be careful not 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 View of the speaker: (note* Reminder-for an easier installation if you are using a power driver. Now install the speaker into the wall cavity (be...
... 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. Be careful not 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 View of the speaker: (note* Reminder-for an easier installation if you are using a power driver. Now install the speaker into the wall cavity (be...
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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. Your friends will think a professional did the install! 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
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. Your friends will think a professional did the install! 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
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...amplifier. Now just connect to dry. 5. Repeat steps 3 & 4 if necessary to overlap the remaining wall and ceiling by at least 2 1/4" in each direction. 3. Here are the steps: 1. Be sure to achieve desired finish, cleaning and sanding as "drywall mud") over to hear your good buddy Jack Daniels over patch. Clean the wall and ceiling area, remove any loose debris. 2. Remove... Sand area lightly to 4" past the edges of wire or nylon mesh, some drywall joint tape and joint compound. Cover an area 2" to smooth and match the finish. 6. We suggest using a wall repair patch witch ...
...amplifier. Now just connect to dry. 5. Repeat steps 3 & 4 if necessary to overlap the remaining wall and ceiling by at least 2 1/4" in each direction. 3. Here are the steps: 1. Be sure to achieve desired finish, cleaning and sanding as "drywall mud") over to hear your good buddy Jack Daniels over patch. Clean the wall and ceiling area, remove any loose debris. 2. Remove... Sand area lightly to 4" past the edges of wire or nylon mesh, some drywall joint tape and joint compound. Cover an area 2" to smooth and match the finish. 6. We suggest using a wall repair patch witch ...
Vanishing In-Ceiling Manual
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....html Loudspeaker Installation You will ensure the speaker and grille both seat properly and flat to operate, notify Polk Audio Customer Support Services immediately at 5601 Metro Drive, Baltimore, Maryland 21215, USA-Phone: +1 410 358-3600. Install in your speakers. For further detailed information, please contact the retailer where you should not be familiar with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. One Owner's Manual 5. Do not install near water...
....html Loudspeaker Installation You will ensure the speaker and grille both seat properly and flat to operate, notify Polk Audio Customer Support Services immediately at 5601 Metro Drive, Baltimore, Maryland 21215, USA-Phone: +1 410 358-3600. Install in your speakers. For further detailed information, please contact the retailer where you should not be familiar with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. One Owner's Manual 5. Do not install near water...
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.... Wall Distance Switch (F/X models only) In-ceiling loudspeakers excel when placed more lifelike sound. The "Wall Distance" switch flattens response and eliminates "boominess" without sacrificing deep bass response, for installation on speaker placement go to sound "boomy." This can result in -ceiling speakers to : www.polkaudio.com/education/article.php?id=15 or www.polkaudio.com/downloads/hthandbook.pdf 5. Important Note: Never use a can cap will raise the grille high...
.... Wall Distance Switch (F/X models only) In-ceiling loudspeakers excel when placed more lifelike sound. The "Wall Distance" switch flattens response and eliminates "boominess" without sacrificing deep bass response, for installation on speaker placement go to sound "boomy." This can result in -ceiling speakers to : www.polkaudio.com/education/article.php?id=15 or www.polkaudio.com/downloads/hthandbook.pdf 5. Important Note: Never use a can cap will raise the grille high...
Vanishing In-Ceiling Manual
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Product Depth D. Overall Dimensions B. Dimensions Model A. Cutout Dimensions C. Mounting Depth (using 1/2" drywall) 80f/x-ls 11 1/8" (282.6mm) 9 3/8" (238.1mm) 5 1/8" (130.2mm) 4 5/8" (117.5mm) 80f/x-rt 11 1/8" (282.6mm) 9 3/8" (238.1mm) 4 3/4" (120.7mm) 4 1/4" (108mm) Specifiations For complete Vanishing Series specifications, visit www.polkaudio.com 620-rt 9 5/8" (244.5mm) 8 3/16" (208mm) 4 1/4" (108mm) 3 3/4" (95.3mm) A B CD 4 Polk Audio Customer Service: 1-800-377-7655 (Outside US & Canada: 410-358-3600) Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM EST, [email protected]
Product Depth D. Overall Dimensions B. Dimensions Model A. Cutout Dimensions C. Mounting Depth (using 1/2" drywall) 80f/x-ls 11 1/8" (282.6mm) 9 3/8" (238.1mm) 5 1/8" (130.2mm) 4 5/8" (117.5mm) 80f/x-rt 11 1/8" (282.6mm) 9 3/8" (238.1mm) 4 3/4" (120.7mm) 4 1/4" (108mm) Specifiations For complete Vanishing Series specifications, visit www.polkaudio.com 620-rt 9 5/8" (244.5mm) 8 3/16" (208mm) 4 1/4" (108mm) 3 3/4" (95.3mm) A B CD 4 Polk Audio Customer Service: 1-800-377-7655 (Outside US & Canada: 410-358-3600) Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM EST, [email protected]