Phoenix Gold ATCLCR6 User Manual

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It is now time to connect the speaker wire to the ATCLCR6. 
Your speaker wire is usually coded to maintain proper system 
phasing. This can be by color coding, or one conductor may 
have a printed marking or a rib along one edge that will not be 
found on the other. Identify which type of polarity coding that 
your wire is using. You must carefully observe that the positive 
terminal of the speaker output on your amplifi er is connected 
to the positive terminal of the ATCLCR6 speaker. Likewise, the 
negative terminal of the amplifi er’s speaker output should be 
connected to the negative terminal of the ATCLCR6 speaker 
(Fig. 4).

 To further enhance the performance of your 

ATCLCR6 speakers, the ceiling joist cavity where you plan to 
place your speakers can be stuffed with a generous quantity of 
fi berglass insulation. If un-insulated, stuff the area 

on either 

side of the speaker opening with 6” thick insulation to a depth of 
approximately 2 feet beginning 1 foot 

in from either side of the 

speaker opening. If the insulation is foil or paper backed, face the 
backing away from the ATCLCR6 speaker. The addition of this 
insulation will help prevent the unwanted transfer of sound into 
the large and resonant cavity of the un-insulated 

ceiling.

Next, make sure that the doglegs are positioned inside the 
frame of the speaker (Fig. 5).

The grill uses a pressure fi t relying on the contact of both 
surfaces to hold it in place. If the grill becomes distorted it 
becomes diffi cult to remove or reinstall. Proper care should be 
taken to not distort its shape while removing it.

While looking at the motor structure (rear) of the speaker 
assembly, rotate two of the opposing mounting legs outward 
(Fig. 6a) and then evenly press them towards the grill. This 
should push the grill out so that you can remove it (Fig. 6b).

Locate a small hook tool available at most auto parts stores or 
home improvement shops resembling a dentists pick (a bent 
paper clip or stiff wire will work as well)

. Hook your 

chosen device into the metal mesh of the grill near 

the

edge and gently pull it towards you, once it moves a slight bit 
make certain you change positioning of the hook to another 
location to pull from so you do not distort the grill (Fig. 7). DO 
NOT PRY ON THE GRILL!

With the grill removed, place the speaker in the 

ceiling opening. 

Make sure that the speaker wire is not hanging against the 
speaker where it can vibrate and rattle as the speaker 
reproduces your music.

Installation Tip! Note that the speaker is set in the frame at 
an angle so that the cone can be directed toward the listening 
position. Ensure the cone of the speaker is angled toward the 
listening position before proceeding to the next step. This is 

Dogleg

Frame