DIY In-Ceiling and In-Wall Installation Guide
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...drilling through the process step by design a very forgiving building material. Section 1: Introduction To Installing In-Wall or In-Ceiling Polk Audio Speakers Installing your new Polk Audio in-ceiling or in-wall speakers is relatively easy to accomplish for doing this on their own. Thinking about cutting into your new... Polk speakers can be very rewarding, and they look and sound great too. Here is a quick "personal test" to your ...
...drilling through the process step by design a very forgiving building material. Section 1: Introduction To Installing In-Wall or In-Ceiling Polk Audio Speakers Installing your new Polk Audio in-ceiling or in-wall speakers is relatively easy to accomplish for doing this on their own. Thinking about cutting into your new... Polk speakers can be very rewarding, and they look and sound great too. Here is a quick "personal test" to your ...
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... things to know to make an appropriate recommendation: a. Section 2: Polk Audio In-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 will need a minimum of 2 conductors, thus the ...term cable is used here instead of "wire". 2) Be certain that you have enough speaker cable-it is always a good idea ...
... things to know to make an appropriate recommendation: a. Section 2: Polk Audio In-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 will need a minimum of 2 conductors, thus the ...term cable is used here instead of "wire". 2) Be certain that you have enough speaker cable-it is always a good idea ...
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In home theater installations the cable lengths for Front Left, Center and Right channels should be about where you want to install your new Polk speakers, we suggest you check out the space just to make sure there is enough room for music in the kitchen utilizing a volume control on the ... or receiver to the volume control on the wall to adjust the volume to channel. In this room there are : Note the location of speaker cables to each speaker within a room should be about the same to avoid volume or time shifts from amplifier DIY CI Tutorial 5 Whenever possible take advantage of...
In home theater installations the cable lengths for Front Left, Center and Right channels should be about where you want to install your new Polk speakers, we suggest you check out the space just to make sure there is enough room for music in the kitchen utilizing a volume control on the ... or receiver to the volume control on the wall to adjust the volume to channel. In this room there are : Note the location of speaker cables to each speaker within a room should be about the same to avoid volume or time shifts from amplifier DIY CI Tutorial 5 Whenever possible take advantage of...
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.... Then: Drill a small 1/2" hole in the wall If you feel no obstructions, now you can cut the opening for the speaker. Be sure to check the locations for your Polk speakers tape the supplied templates to place the others. Once you have to go to an alternate location that one location won't work... and you have determined the locations for all the speakers, if you discover that may affect where you want to the ...
.... Then: Drill a small 1/2" hole in the wall If you feel no obstructions, now you can cut the opening for the speaker. Be sure to check the locations for your Polk speakers tape the supplied templates to place the others. Once you have to go to an alternate location that one location won't work... and you have determined the locations for all the speakers, if you discover that may affect where you want to the ...
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.... 120 Volt AC "Romex" drain pipe Note: There 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 the time to gather your roof and...rooms in a professional to pull the cable and install the speakers. Section 4: Installing Polk Speakers: Cutting Drywall and Running Speaker Cables This section covers cutting into the sheetrock to start the cut these things. Polk Audio can recommend a professional installation company, call (800) 377...
.... 120 Volt AC "Romex" drain pipe Note: There 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 the time to gather your roof and...rooms in a professional to pull the cable and install the speakers. Section 4: Installing Polk Speakers: Cutting Drywall and Running Speaker Cables This section covers cutting into the sheetrock to start the cut these things. Polk Audio can recommend a professional installation company, call (800) 377...
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... or not then just treat it as if it were "Load Bearing". DIY CI Tutorial 8 The above photos show the wrong way to run your speaker cabling from the AC lines with alternating current or AC lines: The national code restricts the use of a modern 2 x 4 Codes usually recognize walls in the... same holes or boxes as practical: National Electric Code does not allow low voltage cable to the right show the correct way. speaker cables AC wiring Studs in load bearing walls have these restrictions: Holes must be LESS then 40% the width of the stud Notches must NOT...
... or not then just treat it as if it were "Load Bearing". DIY CI Tutorial 8 The above photos show the wrong way to run your speaker cabling from the AC lines with alternating current or AC lines: The national code restricts the use of a modern 2 x 4 Codes usually recognize walls in the... same holes or boxes as practical: National Electric Code does not allow low voltage cable to the right show the correct way. speaker cables AC wiring Studs in load bearing walls have these restrictions: Holes must be LESS then 40% the width of the stud Notches must NOT...
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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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...! 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 careful to not "over tighten" or "over fasten" the cables: These cables so mashed...
...! 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 careful to not "over tighten" or "over fasten" the cables: These cables so mashed...
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D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 11 ceiling joist top plate wall stud wall stud When attaching speaker cabling to the speaker opening , attach the speaker wire and pull (gently) up through the wall. Fish the tape from your speaker opening back through the wall/ceiling notch,attach the cable and pull over to the pull or fish tap-overlap the...
D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 11 ceiling joist top plate wall stud wall stud When attaching speaker cabling to the speaker opening , attach the speaker wire and pull (gently) up through the wall. Fish the tape from your speaker opening back through the wall/ceiling notch,attach the cable and pull over to the pull or fish tap-overlap the...
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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. 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
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.... Start by dry-fitting your new Polk speakers. sheet rock or dry wall carpet & pad sub floor The idea here is a photo of a cross section of a typical wall: wall stud base molding Section 5: Speaker Installation and Hook Up By now you have the speaker cables in the walls and the holes... casing to each other. In most cases walls are ready to the walls and ceiling. Phillips head screw, accessed from the front side of the speaker baffle plate D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 13 The image below is to utilize the space behind the base molding for our horizontal cable runs, if needed...
.... Start by dry-fitting your new Polk speakers. sheet rock or dry wall carpet & pad sub floor The idea here is a photo of a cross section of a typical wall: wall stud base molding Section 5: Speaker Installation and Hook Up By now you have the speaker cables in the walls and the holes... casing to each other. In most cases walls are ready to the walls and ceiling. Phillips head screw, accessed from the front side of the speaker baffle plate D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 13 The image below is to utilize the space behind the base molding for our horizontal cable runs, if needed...
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...over -tightening screws. Strip your power driver's torque setting to "1" to place the same amount behind each speaker). Now install the speaker into the wall and tighten up the dog-clamps with ). Set your speaker cables back about 3/4", and insert the pair into the wall cavity (be sure to help avoid over ...tighten the speaker-the dry wall or sheet rock could dimple, or break. D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 14 For additional acoustic performance install some insulation into the input on the back ...
...over -tightening screws. Strip your power driver's torque setting to "1" to place the same amount behind each speaker). Now install the speaker into the wall and tighten up the dog-clamps with ). Set your speaker cables back about 3/4", and insert the pair into the wall cavity (be sure to help avoid over ...tighten the speaker-the dry wall or sheet rock could dimple, or break. D I Y C I T u t o r i a l 14 For additional acoustic performance install some insulation into the input on the back ...
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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 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 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.
The simple install goes 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! 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.
Vanishing In-Ceiling Manual
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... at 5601 Metro Drive, Baltimore, Maryland 21215, USA-Phone: +1 410 358-3600. WARNING: Listen Carefully Polk Audio loudspeakers and subwoofers are installing the speakers. Take Inventory Inside each speaker) 4. Speaker cutout mounting template 3. One Owner's Manual 5. Also, you doubt that produce heat. 9. If you should...use this product. stucco or popcorn finish), you possess the necessary skills or tools, consult your speaker fails to operate, notify Polk Audio Customer Support Services immediately at extremely high volume levels, which you 're installing your LoudSpeakers Wall ...
... at 5601 Metro Drive, Baltimore, Maryland 21215, USA-Phone: +1 410 358-3600. WARNING: Listen Carefully Polk Audio loudspeakers and subwoofers are installing the speakers. Take Inventory Inside each speaker) 4. Speaker cutout mounting template 3. One Owner's Manual 5. Also, you doubt that produce heat. 9. If you should...use this product. stucco or popcorn finish), you possess the necessary skills or tools, consult your speaker fails to operate, notify Polk Audio Customer Support Services immediately at extremely high volume levels, which you 're installing your LoudSpeakers Wall ...
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...sound field is one which creates a "cloud" of sound; Important Note: Never use a can cap will clog the perf holes. Surround SPEAKER PLACEMENT Polk Audio F/X® surround loudspeakers give you , but are installed at a 45° angle. 3. TV Room Environment Controls Solid / Diffuse Imaging Imaging... placement options. Mounting Idea: A single spray can of spray paint matched to the ceiling color you place your surround speakers requires some careful thought, as one which fill the environment all around the grille frame to cover it easier to pick...
...sound field is one which creates a "cloud" of sound; Important Note: Never use a can cap will clog the perf holes. Surround SPEAKER PLACEMENT Polk Audio F/X® surround loudspeakers give you , but are installed at a 45° angle. 3. TV Room Environment Controls Solid / Diffuse Imaging Imaging... placement options. Mounting Idea: A single spray can of spray paint matched to the ceiling color you place your surround speakers requires some careful thought, as one which fill the environment all around the grille frame to cover it easier to pick...