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Storm Series Ceiling Speakers
BK6C/BK8C Rough-In Bracket
Mounting Rough-In Brackets
Once the mounting locations are decided upon, assemble the brackets and secure them to the
ceiling joists using fl at-head screws or heavy-duty staples (see the ATON Ceiling/In-Wall Rough-In
Brackets Manual for detailed steps).
Retro-Fit
Retro-fi t installations are more diffi cult to complete than pre-construction because walls and
ceilings are intact. Typically wires must be fi shed into position through walls, fl oors and ceilings.
Holes must be cut and speakers mounted directly in the ceiling with no rough-in brackets.
Note: Before cutting holes in any existing wall or ceiling surface, probe the cavity behind
each speaker’s installation location for obstructions!
Cutting Speaker Openings in Ceiling-No Rough-in Brackets
1. Use a stud fi nder to locate the studs around the intended speaker location.
Note: A stud-fi nding device may not detect pipes, wiring, or other obstructions
located behind the drywall.
2. Use the inside portion of the speaker cutout template to confi rm speaker placement.
3. Remove templates and drill or carefully punch a pilot hole in the ceiling. A bent piece of
wire or a coat hanger may be use to probe the stud bay for obstructions. If you experience
resistance of any kind–STOP! If any obstructions are detected, patch the pilot hole and try
again in another location.
Ceiling
Pilot Hole
Wire or
Coat Hanger
Figure 3.11 -Probe Stud Bay Before Cutting!