User manual POLK AUDIO LC60I

[. . . ] But remember that placement choice for your in-wall speakers bears careful consideration, as installation requires that you cut a hole in your wall or ceiling!Fill a room with sound by installing in-wall speakers in nearly any wall or ceiling location [figure 1]. Polk LCi Series In-Wall Loudspeakers have a wide dispersion pattern and aimable tweeters that allow you to focus their sound. When using LCi Series In-Wall Loudspeakers as front/main home theater speakers [figure 2], aim the tweeter toward your listening position. [. . . ] If you're using a compressor and spray gun, use the finest, most diffuse setting. When the paint is completely dry, carefully reinstall the grille by fitting it into its recess so that it is just resting on the frame. Starting with one corner, go around the speaker and push the grille into the grille notch a little bit at a time. Be gentle; the grille may be easily bent out of shape by rough handling. INSTALLATION Out of the box and into the wall, that's how easy it is to install Polk LCi Series In-Wall Loudspeakers. If you intend to do the installation yourself we recommend that you possess some skill in the proper use of hand and power tools. You should have a thorough understanding of local building and fire codes and a familiarity with the area behind the wall or ceiling into which you plan to install your speakers. Use at least 18 gauge wire or heavier for the utmost in sound quality. If you are in doubt that you possess the necessary skills or tools, consult your Polk Audio dealer, or a professional installer. Keyhole saw, utility knife or material- appropriate incising implement for cutting drywall or other wall material. â· Power drill with appropriate bit (optional, for starting wall cut). Make sure the material into which you plan to mount the speakers (plaster, drywall, paneling, stone, etc. ) can support the weight of the speakers (see specification page for the weight of your model). â· Make sure the locations you select do not conceal studs, electrical wiring or plumbing. Prior to installation, hold the speaker in your chosen location to make sure it safely clears obstacles such as studs, corners, beams, lighting fixtures and door/window frames. Your cutout must be at least 1" (25mm) from adjoining walls or ceiling, internal studs or plumbing. â· Using the template, trace the installation location with a pencil. You can do this by holding the template in your preferred location and tracing around it. â· Carefully cut the hole with the appropriate cutting tool for your wall or ceiling material. start the hole by drilling a hole on the inside of the tracing (with the drill bit touching the line). Use this hole to insert the saw or knife and begin cutting [figure 11]. â· Once you have cut the hole, fish your previously positioned wiring out of the hole and connect the speaker. [. . . ] This Warranty applies only to Products purchased in Canada, the United States of America, its possessions, and U. The Warranty terms and conditions applicable to Products purchased in other countries are available from the Polk Audio Authorized Distributors in such countries. Polk Audio loudspeakers and subwoofers are capable of playing at extremely high volume levels, which could cause serious or permanent hearing damage. Accepts no liability for hearing loss, bodily injury or property damage resulting from the misuse of its products. [. . . ]