Cambridge SoundWorks T100 Tower Loudspeakers - Manual (Page 7)

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SPEAKER WIRE PREPARATION
The T100’s can be driven from a receiver, an integrat-
ed amplifier or a preamp/power amplifier component
system. This manual refers to a “receiver” throughout,
but all the instructions apply to integrated amplifers or
preamp/power amplifier setups as well.
Use at least 18 gauge speaker cable for short runs
(under 15 feet). Use 16 gauge or heavier speaker
cable for longer runs.
1. Determine how long the speaker cable should be
for each speaker. Cut the speaker cable into the
appropriate lengths.
2. Strip 1/2 inch of insulation from the two individual
conductors in the speaker cable. Twist the exposed
strands of bare wire together.
3. Attach any connector plugs (like banana plugs) at
this time.
4. Determine which conductor you will use to connect
the positive terminals of the amplifier and speaker
together. One of the two conductors of a speaker
cable can usually be distinguished by printing or a
ridge on the insulation. Some times the metal of the
conductors has two different colors.
Strip 1/2 inch