8Positive NegativeRed BlackCopper Silver╋ ╋ ╋ ━ ━ ━In many cases, the mark is a single stripe on the jacket of one of the connectors. In thiscase the side with the stripe is generallyconsidered the positive side, but it really does notmatter as long as you are consistent and alwaysuse the stripe as positive or always use it asnegative.When you are ready to prepare your speakerwires, first separate about 4" of wire, then stripabout 1/4" (6mm) insulation from the end and twist it to prevent stray strands. If you planto use banana or pin plugs (highly recommended), install the plugs on the wire.PAINTINGThe grilles can be painted to match your walls or ceiling, making the speakers even lessnoticeable. Perform the following steps to safely paint them without damaging thespeaker.1. Pull on the edge of the magnetic grille to remove it from the speaker.2. Paint the speaker grille. It is best to use spray paint to avoid paint clogging theholes in the grille.3. Allow the paint to completely dry before proceeding with installation. Ensure thatthe holes in the grille are not blocked by paint.