Dayton Audio RS621CMK Speaker Kit Pair Curved Maple - Manual (Page 6)

We can now solder the connecting wires (red/black zipcord) for the inputs and speaker terminals. Solder the input
wire from the binding posts to the woofer input, and solder a "jumper" wire from the woofer input to the tweeter input.
Then solder wire to the output crossover board terminals for woofers, and tweeter (W "+ ", W "-", T "+", and T "-").
Make sure that the positive terminals are connected to the positive (red) wires in all locations and allow ample length
of wire for connections. Note: Do not solder wire to the tweeter and woofer (speakers) at this time.
5. Test the speakers
At this point, it is recommended that you take some time to test the speakers before final installation of the
crossovers and baffles. You should already have the cabinets assembled and lined with foam, the drivers should be
in the baffles, and the crossovers should be assembled. Connect these three parts together to do a quick check that
everything is working correctly. Note: Temporary woofer and tweeter (speaker) connection will suffice for testing.
Place the crossover board into the cabinet in the approximate final location; it does not need to be secured right
now. Insert the baffle with the drivers on it into the cabinet, and secure with one or two of the baffle machine screws
if needed. If the baffle will stay in place on its own, it is not necessary to secure it.
Now, we need to connect the speakers to your stereo system. At this point we are not worrying about air leaks or the
bass response. We are just doing a quick check that the drivers and crossovers are working correctly.
Play music through the speakers and evaluate that the overall sound is full and smooth. Even though everything is
not completely secured, you should still be able to get a good idea of what the overall sound will be like. If a driver is
not working or the sound is intermittent or distorted, please see the troubleshooting section for possible remedies.
Be sure that you are satisfied that everything is working correctly before moving on to permanently installing the
crossover or baffle.
6. Install the crossovers
Now that you are satisfied that everything is working correctly, permanently secure the crossover boards. The
recommended location for the crossover boards is the bottom rear and side of the cabinet.
Once again, securing with silicone or hot-melt glue is the recommended fastening method. If using hot-melt glue, it is
recommended to place the glue on the surface of the cabinet and then press the board into it. This prevents the glue
from cooling too rapidly or dripping onto the cabinet or the body, causing injury. Note: For curved-sided cabinets
screws may be needed for securing the crossover to cabinet.
If you are using silicone, it is easier to apply the glue to the back of the PC board. Making sure that the mounting
location is horizontal, place the board into its location. You will need to allow the silicone to cure for an hour or so
before you change the orientation of the cabinet.
7. Install the baffle
Now you will need to connect the output wires from the crossover to the respective speaker terminals and place the
baffle into the cabinet. With the baffle leaning against the cabinet, solder all driver connections, once again paying
attention to the polarity of the connections. Note: The red wires will attach to the terminals that are marked with a
red color or with a + sign.