Russound SP550.2 - Manual (Page 2)

Congratulations on selecting Russound Wall-Mounted Speakers. Like all RUSSOUND speakers, they combine
acoustic technology with durability and will provide years of musical enjoyment.
This manual is designed to make your SP550.2 & SP650.1 speakers as easy to install as they are to listen to. If you’ve
had any home “do-it-yourself” experience, you should find installation of your new speakers a simple job.
However, we suggest you read through this manual before starting out. If you then decide that installing your
Russound In-Wall Speakers is beyond your skills, call your Russound dealer to arrange for professional installation.
NECESSARY TOOLS TO DO THE JOB
TOOLS FOR INSTALLATION IN EXISTING WALLS:
• A pencil
• A drill with a 1-inch flat bit
• A retractable utility knife or keyhole saw
• A length of stiff wire about 3 feet long (a straightened wire coat hanger works fine)
• A Phillips-head screw driver which will fit the fastening-screws (for the dog ears)
• A pair of diagonal pliers or wire strippers
Some of the following may also be needed, depending on the application
• A stud finder
• Drill bit just slightly larger than the diameter of one speaker wire
• Plumb bob or small weight on a string
• Insulated staples for securing speaker wire
• Masking tape
• Paint and applicator for changing grille and outer frame finish
SPEAKER WIRE
The amount of wire you’re going to need will of course vary with speaker placement. We recommend labeling
speaker wires left + right and room location. Doing this takes the guess work later.
What kind to use
We recommend using Russound AW series speaker cable or any reputable brand of 16 to 12 gauge multi-stranded
wiring for amplifier-to-speaker connections.
Selecting the proper gauge
Wire is measured in “gauges”. The bigger the number, the smaller the wire. For example, 18-gauge is thinner than
14-gauge.
The gauge of wire you need is determined by the distance between your amplifier/receiver and the in-wall speakers.
Use the following chart as a guide:
Length Minimum Gauge
10 to 100 ft. 16
80 to 125 ft. 14
Over 100 ft. 12
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