JBL AEN24 User Manual

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SPEAKER CONNECTIONSSpeakers and electronics terminals have corresponding (+) and (–)terminals. It is important to connect both speakers identically: (+) onthe speaker to (+) on the amplifier and (–) on the speaker to (–) on theamplifier. Wiring “out of phase” results in thin sound, weak bass and apoor stereo image.With the advent of multichannel surround sound systems, connecting allof the speakers in your system with the correct polarity remains equallyimportant in order to preserve the proper ambience and directionality ofthe program material.To use the binding-post speaker terminals, unscrew the colored collaruntil the pass-through hole in the center post is visible under the collar.Insert the bare end of the wire through this hole; then screw the collardown until the connection is tight. The hole in the center of each collar isintended for use with banana type connectors.The side of the wire that is Red, with a ridge, or other coding is usuallyconsidered positive polarity (i.e., +). For wire runs inside the wall, besure to use a CL2/3 fire rated cable (refer to local codes). Also, consultthe ownerʼs manuals that were included with your amplifier or receiver toconfirm connection procedures.WIRE LENGTH RECOMMENDED SIZEUp to 20 ft. 16 gaugeUp to 30 ft. 14 gaugeGreater than 30 ft. 12 gauge– +– +– +ReceiverSpeaker OutputsLEFTLEFTRIGHTRIGHT– +4