JBL IS8C, IS5, IS6C, IS6DT manual Speaker Connections, Installation, Connection Tips, Tools Needed

SPEAKER CONNECTIONS

CONNECTION TIPS

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†For model IS6DT, the terminals for both the left and right channels will be on the same loudspeaker.

The wires for both speakers should be the same length. If one speaker is placed closer to the amplifier than the other, hide the excess wire behind the wall. Speakers and elec- tronics terminals have corre- sponding (+) and (–) terminals. Most manufacturers of speakers

†and electronics, including JBL, use red to denote the (+) termi- nal and black for the (–) termi- nal. It is important to connect both speakers identically: (+) on the speaker to (+) on the ampli- fier and (–) on the speaker to (–) on the amplifier. Wiring “out

of phase” results in thin sound, weak bass and a poor stereo image. With the advent of multi- channel surround sound systems, connecting all of the speakers in your system with

the correct polarity remains equally important in order to preserve the proper ambience and directionality of the program material.

To use the push-type speaker terminals, press the red (+) or black (–) cap for the desired terminal, insert the bare end of the speaker wire into the hole below the cap and release the cap. Gently tug on the wire to make sure that it is fully inserted.

WIRE LENGTH	RECOMMENDED SIZE
Up to 20 ft.	16 gauge
Up to 30 ft.	12 gauge
Greater than 30 ft.	10 gauge

INSTALLATION

Performance Integrator in-wall loudspeakers are designed to be easily installed. However, if you are unsure of your ability to properly install these speakers, please contact your dealer or a qualified installer.

TOOLS NEEDED

Pencil Phillips #2 screwdriver

Measuring tape Utility knife

Carpenter’s level Awl

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