8
Mono Input (Wide dispersion stereo sound from two speakers) (Fig. 6)
Connect one speaker at a time to the left and right channels of your receiver/amplifier …
Connect the red (+) amplifier terminal to both the Right red (+) and the Left red (+) input wire.
Twist wires together, then cap with wire nut using a twisting motion. Connect the black (-) amplifier
terminal to both the Right black (-) and the Left Black (-) input wire. Twist wires together, then cap
with wire nut using a twisting motion. Fill wire nuts with silicone.
Speaker cable can now be buried, where burying is required.
Using a Volume Control
Using a Paradigm
®
VC-150 Volume Control
(sold separately)
eliminates the need for additional amplifiers,
and compensates for the impedance drop that results when connecting multiple speakers. You can
also use the VC-150 on individual speakers or groups of speakers, to control volume at various
points on your property — further promoting even and spacious coverage. Follow the directions
included with the VC-150 Volume Control.
When used outdoors, the Paradigm
®
VC-150 must be enclosed in a weather-
proof box designed for use with electrical switches
(see dealer)
.
INSTALLING THE SECURITY STAKE AND CABLE
(optional)
1. Without moving the speaker too much out of position, turn it so that the bottom is facing you. (Fig. 7)
2. Feed the looped end of the security cable (the end without spike attached) through the factory-installed
eyelet, until you are able to feed spike through (see next step). (Fig. 8)
3. Feed the spike (with attached cable) through the loop. Once spike and most of the cable are
through, pull gently on cable until it is snug around the eyelet. (Fig. 9)
4. Using a rubber mallet, drive the security stake into the ground close to where the speaker will sit.
It must be completely under the surface of the ground. Give cable a gentle tug to make sure
stake is firmly planted in the ground. (Fig. 10)
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM SOLUTION
No Sound
Make sure receiver, preamp or amplifier is plugged in and turned on. Check power
outlet at the wall is working. Are headphones plugged in, or is system on Mute?
Re-check all connections.
No Sound from One or
More Speakers
Check your balance control or VC-150 Volume Control (if using). Check that all
power cords are properly plugged in and functioning. Swap a non-working speaker
with one that works to determine if the problem is with the speaker or something
else (i.e. wiring, amplifier).
Lack of Bass or Dislocated
Image (Stereo)
One or more speakers may be connected out of phase (their polarity is reversed).
Re-check to ensure that each speaker’s cable is connected with correct polarity:
red (+) to red (+) and black (-) to black (-).
