Paradigm CS-LCR v3 - Manuel (Page 6)

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COLOR-MATCH PAINTING
(optional)
Your new in-wall/in-ceiling speakers have a textured finish in neutral white to blend into any
room. The grilles may also be painted to match any decor. Please note:
• Do not paint the surface behind the grille
To Paint, Follow These Steps:
1) Remove the grille.
2) In a well-ventilated area, apply several light coats of paint to the grille, letting the paint
dry completely between coats. Always follow the paint manufacturer’s directions.
TIP! Be careful to not plug the grille holes with paint. It is easier to spray the grille than use
a brush. Do not paint the grilles when they are installed on the speaker.
INSTALLATION
Turn your receiver/amplifier OFF before connecting speakers. This will avoid damage
which may result from accidental shorting of the speaker cable.
Use only speaker cable that is rated for in-wall use.
• The UL standard is CL2, CL3 and CM
• The CSA standard is FT4
For optimum sound reproduction the use of high-quality speaker cable is essential. We also
recommend the use of a high performance in-wall volume control such as the Paradigm
®
VC-150. (Sold separately, please see dealer).
1. Mounting
In-Ceiling Mounting
Place the mounting template onto the ceiling. Trace along the mounting template cut-out
(Fig. 3a). Cut a hole as indicated (Fig. 3b).
For optimum performance loosely place …
• one piece of standard fiberglass (to fit joist size) above the speaker extending 12 in
(30 cm) or more beyond the speaker between the joists.
• (for taller joists) fibreglass insulation directly against the joists on either side of the
mounting hole.
In-Wall Mounting
Place the mounting template onto the wall and use a level to make sure it’s straight (4a).
Trace along the mounting template cut-out (Fig. 4b). Cut a hole as indicated (Fig. 4c).
For optimum performance loosely place …
• two pieces, 8˝ (20 cm) to 12˝ (30 cm) long, of standard fiberglass insulation in the wall
R-12 for 2˝x 4˝ (5 cm x 10 cm) walls or R-20 for 2˝x 6” (5 cm x 15 cm) walls. Place
one piece just above and the other piece just below the mounting hole.
• a half-thick piece of fiberglass insulation, the same height as the speaker, in the wall
right behind the mounting hole.