User manual BOSTON ACOUSTICS HSI 475

[. . . ] Your speakers have been designed to deliver years of stunning audio performance. Please keep your manual in a safe place in case you need to refer to it later. For the professional installers who have much experience with in-wall speakers, please read the Installation Tips and Prior to Installation sections as they contain HSi-specific information. [. . . ] For new construction installations, we offer new construction brackets. Each speaker has a knockout molded into the speaker baffle that will accommodate standard 1/2-inch diameter infrared (IR) sensors. Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver and hammer to punch out the knockout from behind. WARNING Always turn off the amplifier or receiver when connecting speakers or any other components to the system. NOTE This manual assumes the installer possesses skill in the proper use of hand and power tools, knowledge of local building and fire codes, and a familiarity with the environment behind the wall or ceiling in which the speakers will be installed. A utility knife, jig saw or other tool for cutting the required hole in the mounting surface. Insert a long, bent piece of wire and rotate to confirm that there are no obstructions behind the chosen location. The HSi speaker jack will accept either bare wire up to 12gauge, or single banana plugs. If you wish to paint your speakers or grilles it should be done prior to installation of the grille. Insert the grille into the slots in the baffle by gently applying pressure along the edge. If you are applying paint with a brush or roller, thin the paint and apply two very light coats. This helps prevent excessive paint buildup or "runs" on the frame. After the paint has dried, use the finger pulls to remove the paint mask. If you are applying paint with a brush or roller, thin the paint and apply two very light coats. After the paint is dry, reinstall the cloth and apply the grille logo. The power recommendations for the speakers assume that you will operate the amplifier in a way that will not produce distortion. [. . . ] 300 Jubilee Drive Peabody , MA 01960 USA Or contact us via e-mail at: support@bostona. If it is necessary to return your speaker to the factory, please ship it prepaid. After it has been repaired, we will return it freight prepaid in the United States and Canada. [. . . ]