Directed Electronics S800 User Manual

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INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

The Directed s800 neodymium midbass
are designed for installation into factory
speaker locations, custom mounting
enclosures or any flat mounting surface
inside the vehicle with sufficient rear
clearance. The following precautions and
instructions cover the basic and most
common types of installation.

Check behind panels for clearance of
metal brackets, hoses, and wire
harnesses before making any cuts.

When mounting speakers into doors,
roll the window up and down to
check clearance of the glass and
window regulator.

Make sure the mounting holes are
the correct size for the speaker.
Undersized holes can cause speaker

distortion or shorting of the speaker
leads to the chassis ground. Over-
sized holes will not allow the
mounting screws to make sufficient
contact with the panel, allowing the
speaker to become loose.

Always protect the wires when
routing by avoiding sharp metal
edges, moving parts such as heater
or vent controls, clutch pedals, brake
pedals, steering columns, and power
window motors and gears.

When routing wires through metal
panels and doorjambs always use
vinyl tubing and grommets for
protection and a professional-looking
installation.

Obtaining the highest quality sound
reproduction in the mobile environment
requires installation techniques and
knowledge of vehicle interiors that go
far beyond simple replacement of stock
speakers. Speaker location, orientation,
phasing, and the vehicles interior mate-
rials are important considerations when

designing and installing an auto sound
system.

To achieve the best sound quality
possible from your Directed Audio loud-
speakers, Directed recommends the
installation be performed by an MECP
certified technician.

SOUND QUALITY