Niles Audio VCS-2D-HP manual Type of Speaker Wire

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of the wall. In some instances, the use of a p-ring may be inappropriate, such as in a retro-fit (existing) installation, or when building codes require that wall devices be enclosed in electrical boxes. Contact your local building code and inspection department if unsure.

Type of Speaker Wire

For most applications, we recommend you use 16 or 18 gauge, stranded copper speaker wire for the VCS-2D-HP connections. For wiring runs longer than 80 feet, 14 gauge wire is recommended. Using speaker wire larger than 14 gauge for the VCS-2D-HP connections is not recommend- ed — the wire may not fit into the connectors. Never use solid-core, aluminum, or “Romex” type wire with the VCS- 2D-HP. When running speaker wires inside walls, most states and municipalities in the U.S. specify that you must use a special type of speaker wire. Usually, the requirement is that the wire has a specific “CL” fire rating, such as “CL- 2” or “CL-3”. Consult your Niles dealer, building contractor, or local building and inspection department if unsure about which type of wire is best for your application.

"Tech Tip"

Wire size is

expressed by it's AWG (American Wire Gauge) number. The lower the AWG number, the larger the wire, i.e., 12 AWG wire is physically larger than 14 AWG.

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