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AS8c
8" 2-Way In-Ceiling Speakers
Congratulations on your purchase of the
AudioSource AS8c In-Ceiling Speaker System. This
product is designed to reproduce the audio portion
of your home entertainment environment with
accuracy and detail that will satisfy the most
discriminating listener.
Please read this Installation Manual to ensure the
proper installation and performance of your AS8c
speakers.
Preparing for your Installation
Gather the necessary tools for your installation.
You will need the following tools:
1) A Keyhole or Drywall Saw
2) A Phillips Screwdriver
3) Masking Tape
4) A Pencil
5) A Bubble or Laser Level
6) A Tape Measure
7) A Stud Finder (recommended)
8) Your AS8c speakers
Placement
Plan your speaker placement carefully. Make certain
that electrical, plumbing and any other services will not
interfere within the ceiling where you plan to place your
speakers. The AS8c speakers can be mounted in the
walls or in the ceiling, but are typically used in ceilings.
The speakers should be located so that they provide
even coverage at your listening position. The distance
between the speakers should not be greater than the
distance from the speakers to the listening position.
(See Fig. 1) If the room's dimensions or furniture
placement prevent adhering to this requirement, the
tweeters in the AS8c speakers can be swiveled to aim
them at the desired listening position.
New Construction
If you are installing your speakers in new construction
before the finished walls go up, Phoenix Gold offers a
New Construction Bracket, part NCBC8 that provides a
stable frame that can be fastened to the wall studs or
ceiling joists on 16" or 24" centers. This allows the
sheetrock or other surface covering to be installed and
cleanly leave the opening for the AS8c speakers.
AS8c
Existing Construction
In most modern buildings the ceiling joists are positioned
on 16" centers, providing a space between the joists of
approximately 14
". The AS8c requires a mounting
3/8
hole 9
" in diameter. Also, you should allow an
5/8
extra
" clearance in all directions behind the ceiling
3/4
surface to allow room for the doglegs that retain the
frame to the ceiling surface to swing into position.
Use a stud finder to locate the joists behind the ceiling
surface. Also, you should now check for obstructions like
cross bracing in front of and behind the desired speaker
location.
Figure 1
11'
11.5'
20'
16'
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Summary of Contents for AudioSource AS8C
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Page 1: Existing Construction
(See Fig. 1) If the room’s dimensions or furniture placement prevent adhering to this requirement, the tweeters in the AS8c speakers can be swiveled to aim them at the desired listening position. New Construction... -
Page 2: Installing The Speakers
Do not allow the tape to extend more than 1/4” beyond the edge of the hole into the room. The frame of the AS8c will cover and hide the tape. Masking T. a pe... - Page 3 Caution: Do not over thighten! tight to the wall surface. Painting the Speaker Two paint shields are included in each AS8c speaker package. Place the paint shield inside the frame to protect the speakers. You can now safely paint the speakers frame to match your wall surface if you desire.
- Page 4 AudioSource, or damage that is attributable to Acts of God. It does not cover costs of transportation to AudioSource or damage in transit. The customer should return their defective product, freight prepaid and insured, to AudioSource only after receiving a Return Authorization.
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