Klipsch P-17B, P-37F, P-27S, P-38F, P-27C Cables, Crossovers and Connections, Connecting a Terminal

Cables, Crossovers and Connections

For best results, connect your loudspeakers with purpose-designed loudspeaker cable. The cables to both loudspeakers should be of equal lengths and be of a gauge sufficient to drive the speakers comfortably without any loss of power in the bass at high volumes.

We recommend a minimum wire diameter of 14 AWG. If you are in any doubt, you should connect the loudspeakers before you connect the amplifier. If you are replacing a existing pair of loudspeakers, we suggest you de-wire the amplifier first.

There are two crossover networks in the P-38F, P-37F, P-17B and P-27C. One panel is a dedicated bass network. The second panel is a network for the midrange and

treble units . The networks terminate in a custom designed bi-wire terminal panel located on the lower back panel of the loudspeaker. As the low and high frequency elements can be separately connected, two types of wiring are possible: standard wiring and bi-wiring.

The terminal panel accepts a wide variety of connectors, including spade lugs, pins or bare wire. If you have no preference, your dealer can advise you as to appropriate connectors. The instructions in this user guide relate to bare wire. If you use alternative connectors, consult your dealer or the hardware supplier’s literature.

Standard loudspeaker cable is comprised of two conductors ,with one core having a ridge or stripe. We suggest you connect the striped conductor to the Positive (RED) terminal in all cases. This will ensure that the loudspeakers are properly connected and in phase.

Split the cable to a depth of 1½”. Strip ½” of insulation. If the wire is stranded, lightly twist the ends together to ensure no stray ends of cable can short adjacent terminals.

Connecting a Terminal

Partially unscrew the terminal.

1:In the base of the terminal there is a hole. Insert the bare end of the wire into the hole.

2:Tighten each connector hand tight. After connecting all the terminals, check that there are no stray strands of bare wire that can reach across and short out adjacent terminals.

3:When you are sure that all the connections are correct, insert the Allen key into the socket in each terminal head and tighten fully to secure them. DO NOT over-tighten the terminals, or you may damage them. (An Allen key (hex wrench) is provided in the accessories carton).

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