Vista Imaging Speaker VR6 User Manual

VR6 - VR8 In-Ceiling Speaker

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Tools Needed:

Pencil

Keyhole or Drywall saw

Phillips screwdriver

Small level

Fish tape or a coat hanger

Wire strippers

Gloves

Safety goggles

Drill

1”Flat bit (if driving through studs ½”or ½”bit for test hole)

Figure A: Mark cutout area

Decide where you want to place your speakers. The speakers should be

separated approximately 6 to 10 feet apart. If possible, the left and right speakers

should be located the same distance from the listening position. If needed, the

pivoting tweeter on the VR6 and VR8 can be directed towards the listener for im-

proved sound quality.

Make sure the place you choose for your in-ceiling speakers is between the

ceiling joists (preferably centered). Tap the ceiling for a hollow sound or use a stud

ﬁnder to locate the studs.

Trace around the cardboard template for your speaker placement as

shown in Figure A. Make sure the speakers are even and level.

Figure B: Check for clearances

Drill a small hole in the center outline you just traced.

Bend a piece of coat hanger wire. Insert the wire into the hole, then slowly

rotate to check for any obstructions. If there are any obstructions, patch the hole

and relocate the speaker. See ﬁgure B.

Carefully cut away the outline you traced using a keyhole or drywall saw.

Then remove the cutout. See ﬁgure C.

Run the cable from the speaker outputs of your receiver or ampliﬁer to

your speakers. Allow a few extra feet of cable. You may also splice together lengths

of cable if you have a long distance to cover. Leave enough cable slack to strip the

conductors and work on the connections.

Figure C: Cut speaker hole

Note: If cable is to be run through walls or ceilings, the cable must be UL and CL

rated for your safety and building code compliance.

VISTA ACOUSTICS VR6-VR8 OWNER’S MANUAL