CONTROL 40 SERIES INSTALLATION
The installation system has been designed so that the entire installation can be accomplished from beneath the ceiling, for instances when access above the tile is not possible or practical. However, in some cases it may be easier with removable ceiling tiles to access from both the top and bottom of the ceiling tile during various phases of the installation.
Step 1 – Cut the Hole. Cutout the hole size either by tracing the cardboard cutout template or with a circular cutter set to the cutout sizes listed below and pull the wiring through the cutout hole.
Control 42C: | 4.1 inches (104 mm) |
Control 47C/T: | 11.1 inches (282 mm) |
Control 47LP: | 11.1 inches (282 mm) |
Control 47HC: | 12.1 inches (307 mm) |
Control 40CS/T: | 12.1 inches (307 mm) |
Hole Cutout
Step 2 – Insert Backing Hardware Through the Hole. Packaged with the speakers are two types of backing hardware – a
Suspended Ceilings – Insert the
For safety when installing in suspended ceiling tiles, utilize all included brackets. Note that the lightweight Control 42C includes a
Rail Positioned on
Ceiling Tile
Tile Rails: The tile rails are designed to fit either standard
Vibration Reduction: These loudspeakers can generate substantial vibration, which can cause buzzing of the ceiling materials or structure. Depending on the character of the ceiling tile and structure, the installer might need to place neoprene or other dampening material under the tile rails or the edges of the tiles to address rattles from the ceiling materials.
Cutout Placement: The tile rails are
Two Landing
–All Control 40 Series Second Landing Loudspeakers (except the
Control 42C) are equipped with a
(2.75 inches) thick. If using Control 40 loudspeakers with ceiling tiles that are greater
than 54 mm (2.125 inches) thick, start with the dog ear in the second (top) landing to ensure clearance and ease of installation.
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