Infinity OUTDOOR SPEAKERS Wiring The System, Understanding Power Ratings, Receiver, Rear Panel

WIRING THE SYSTEM

After placing the Outrigger speakers, you are ready to wire them. First turn off all audio system power. Use high-quality speaker wire (#16 gauge or heavier) to make your connections. Use weather- proof wire for outdoor installations. Consult the owner’s manuals that were included with your amplifier or receiver to confirm connection procedures.

Strip the ends of the speaker wires about 3⁄8". Twist the wire strands together for terminal insertion. Observe polarities when making speaker connections, as shown in Figure 4. Outrigger speakers have screw-down terminals for easy wiring. Open the terminal shell by turning it counterclockwise to expose the

OUTRIGGER Left

(Rear View)

- +

opening in the post. Insert a wire from each + terminal on the back of the amplifier or receiver to the respective + (red) terminal on each Outrigger speaker.Turn the terminal shell clockwise until it secures the connection. Similarly, connect the

– (black) terminal in the same way.

If desired, you can use banana plugs (available at your local elec- tronics store) to make these connections.

IMPORTANT! Do not reverse polarities (i.e., + to – or – to +) when making connections. Doing so will cause poor imaging and diminished bass response.

OUTRIGGER Right

(Rear View)

- +

-	L	+
		Receiver
	Left
		(Rear Panel)

-	+
	R

Right

FIGURE 4. An example of how to connect Outrigger speakers to a stereo receiver.

UNDERSTANDING POWER RATINGS

An A/V (audio/video) receiver with limited power output can actually cause damage to your speakers. When played beyond its power capability, it will go into clipping. This generates spurious high-frequency signals which, when routed to the tweeter, can cause it to overheat and fail.

Overdriving the power amplifier must be avoided. It is always a good idea to choose a receiver with more power than you need. (Refer to power ratings in Specifications on the next page.)

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