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Installation Instructions – Ceiling Speakers
Introduction:
Our best in-ceiling speakers for music and movies
Simplified in-ceiling installation method with snap-fit
grills
Features a 14.5cm woofer and single tweeter; delivering
deeper low notes for more dramatic movie sound effects
and musical richness.
Experience excellent sound quality in your home and
bathroom with TECH2O in-ceiling speaker. Our unique
speakers are designed to deliver lifelike sound with more
depth and impact than ever before. The speaker perfor-
mance offers even distribution as well as being easy to
install and flush-mountable.
Technical Specification:
Technical Specification In-Ceiling 2 Way Speaker
Wattage: 80watts
Impedance 4 Ohms
Frequency Response 60 - 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity 90dB
Grill Diameter: 175.5mm
Speaker Depth 69mm
Cone Diameter 145mm
Ceiling Hole Size 140mm
Waterproof Rating IP66
Colour Artic White
Enclosure Material UV Stabilised ABS Plastic
Grill Material Stainless Steel
Speaker Cable Length 6 meters
Caution
Please read this installation guide completely before you
start the installation process. Please also carefully
consider your experience installing such items and if you
have doubts about completing this installation, you
should contact either the dealer you purchased the
product from, an electrician, or a professional
audio/video installer.
If any part of the speaker appears damaged, do not use.
Notify your supplier immediately.
Unpacking Your Items
Carefully unpack the speakers. Check to be sure the
carton includes all the parts shown below:
➢Speakers
➢Speaker Grill
➢Speaker Seal
➢ Speaker Cable
Installation Guide
Stage 1: Create a template and pilot hole
Create a template of the speaker and place on to the
area where the speaker is being fitted. Draw around the
template to create a guide for cutting.
Ceiling hole size: 145mm
Drill a pilot hole inside the circle you have drawn. Choose
a spot near the center or closer to the outside edge of
the circle, depending on which will be easier when you
begin to use your cutting implement.
Stage 2: Cutting the speaker hole
Use a single sided saw / blade to cut out the ceiling
material. Insert the tip of your saw / blade into the pilot
hole and cut most of the way around the circular cutting
line. Place one hand under the circle to brace it and
complete cutting the hole.
Stage 3: Getting the wire ready & connecting the
speaker
When your speaker cable is within reach of the hole you
have cut, follow the procedure below:
1. Push any insulation away from inside the speaker
hole.
Be sure that all blown insulation is at least 4 to 6 inches
(10 to 15cm) from the edges of the hole.
2. Locate and pull out at least 14 inches (36 cm) of your
speaker cable. Allow enough cable for where you stand
to connect the wires.
3. As you connect the wires, be careful to match the
polarity of each wire to the proper terminal, as described
below. An error here will adversely affect speaker
performance.
> Choose the one wire on the cable end that has the
larger connector (+). Simply push the connector on to the
larger of the receivers on the underside of the speaker.
> Insert the other wire that has a smaller connector (-)
onto the smaller receiver located on the underside of the
speaker.
> Do not allow exposed wires to brush against each
other. This could damage your speaker or your receiv-
er/amplifier. Trim any excess wire and reinsert it as
necessary.
Stage 4: Securing the speaker
Offer the speaker up to the hole that’s been created,
making sure all cables are within the ceiling to avoid
pinching the speaker cable.
You can use a Phillips-head screwdriver to tighten /
secure the speaker firmly within the ceiling. We advise
using between 6-8 medium sized screws to hold the
speaker securely in place.
Tighten these screws firmly, but avoid using so much
pressure that the screws compress the ceiling material.
This can cause the material to crumble, creating an
uneven surface with gaps between the speaker face and
the ceiling.
Stage 5: Attaching the grille
Once the speaker is securely fixed within the ceiling, offer
the speaker grille up to the speaker and push in to the
allotted grove that runs around the exterior of the
speaker casing.
The speaker grille will simply snap in to place.
WARNINGS:
Certain forms of insulation (such as horse hair plaster,
newspaper, cellulose, or any blown-in materials) may
pose a risk of ignition. Be sure to keep all insulation
away from speakers in accordance with the installation
instructions.
• Make sure the spot chosen is safe for cutting. Do not
cut through surfaces that may have hazards such as
electrical wiring, conduits, or plumbing concealed
behind them. Follow all other safety precautions.
• If you believe there is asbestos insulation in the ceiling
where you want to install a speaker, do not drill or cut
there. Find a different ceiling area for the speakers
instead.
• If there is another type of moveable insulation in the
ceiling, you can proceed after reading these tips:
– You may need to cut or push the insulation away
before inserting the speaker.
– Beware of hidden nails when reaching into the
ceiling to remove insulation.
– Wear gloves and protection for your mouth, nose,
and eyes before handling insulation that contains
fiberglass.
– Be sure keep a 4-6 in. (10-15 cm) area around the
speaker hole free from any types of insulation to
maximize acoustic performance.
Ceiling Speakers
Installation Guide
