Definitive Technology UIW RCS III owner manual continued, Hole location options and requirements

Step-by-Step Installation (continued)

Hole location options and requirements

•Mounting in ceiling with joists 12" on-center.

–Place template against inside edge of joist.

–Trace around template with pencil.

–Cut hole.

See Diagram 1, page 9 for reference.

•Mounting in ceiling with joists wider than 12" on-center.

–Place template at least 11/4" away from existing joists (to clear lock arms).

–Template does not need to be centered between joists.

–Trace around template with pencil.

–Cut hole.

–Install framing material inside cavity, running 90 degrees to existing joists, leaving 101/2" between frame sides.

See Diagram 2, page 9 for reference.

•Mounting in ceiling with joists 12" on-center where crossbeam is closer than 11/4" from side of enclosure.

–Enclosure MUST be against the crossbeam and 2 joists, boxing it in on 3 sides. Shim as required.

–This will require 1 additional #8 x 31/2" wood screw and side gasket material (not included) to secure to crossbeam and prevent rattling.

–Place template against crossbeam and mounting joist.

–Trace around template with pencil.

–Cut hole.

6See Diagram 3, page 10 for reference.