Orion Car Audio C463, C693, C53, C63 Introduction, Installation, Finding Speaker Mounting Locations

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for your purchase of ORION's C-series Coaxial Speakers. These speakers offer renowned Orion excellence in every high performance speaker system. The speakers have a 3ohm nominal impedance which allows an amplifier or source unit to deliver 33% more power than an ordinary 4ohm speaker. The copolymer soft dome tweeter can be angled on a 360° axis for optimal imaging and sound quality. Designed for OEM applications, the C-series coaxial speakers

will fit standard 5 1/4", 6 1/2", 4" x 6", 5" x 7" or 6" x 9" mounting locations.

INSTALLATION

The performance of the C-series coaxial speakers is directly proportional to the quality of installation. Care taken during the installation process will be rewarded with years of satisfying performance. If you are unsure about your installation capabilities, please refer to your local Authorized ORION Dealer for technical assistance. ORION dealers are trained professionals dedicated to obtaining the maximum performance out of your ORION system. If you decide to install this speaker system yourself, please read the entire installation section before starting your installation.

TOOLS OF THE TRADE

Listed are the majority of the tools required to perform the installation. Having the proper tools will make the installation much easier. Some of these tools are required.

•	marking pen	•	needle nose pliers	•	wire crimpers
•	electric drill	•	volt-ohm meter (opt.)	•	wire strippers
•	1/8" drill bit	•	43/4" (120mm) hole saw	•	wire cutters
•	1/4" drill bit		(5" woofer installation)	•	hole saw arbor
•	Phillips screwdriver	•	51/2" (140mm) hole saw	•	assorted tin snips
			(6" woofer installation)

FINDING SPEAKER MOUNTING LOCATIONS

Choosing the correct speaker locations will have the greatest effect on the sound quality of the system. There are many different considerations needed when choosing the locations that best suit your needs. The locations must be large enough for the speakers to fit. Care is needed to ensure that the location you have chosen will not affect any of the mechanical or electrical operation of the vehicle.

Determining the best location for the speakers will depend on your cosmetic needs and your vehicle's interior. If minimal intrusion in your vehicle is desired, factory speaker locations may be the ticket for you. Placing the speaker in the factory location can often give very desirable results.

DOOR MOUNTING

When checking for possible speaker locations in the doors, check the operation of the window and all of the doors assemblies. There is also a stabilizer stop bar in between the door and the door jamb. This bar prevents the door from opening too far. Pay particular attention to this so you do not damage the speaker when you close the door.

REAR DECK MOUNTING

In rear deck installations, check the operation of the trunk suspension springs or tension bars. These tension bars move in the opening and closing of the trunk. You cannot be too cautious during this part of the installation, In addition, do not locate the speakers too close to the back of the rear deck. Mounting the far screws will only be possible with the removal of the rear window.