INSTALLATION & USER GUIDE
For Accurate Music and
Voice Reproduction from
In-Ceiling Locations
LSC-5 /5R
5-1/4” IN-CEILING LOUDSPEAKER
FEATURES
I 5-1/4” polypropylene woofer with urethane surround
I 3/4” liquid cooled polycarbonate dome tweeter
I Moisture resistant
I Rust proof aluminum grilles
Installation friendly design:
I Suitable for painting
I Connection terminals accepts up to 12 gauge speaker wire
I Quick mounting system for new construction or retrofit installations
I Includes hole template and paint mask
I Ceiling Bracket for New Construction Installations: NCB-5 (sold separately)
I LSC-5R appearance resembles typical recessed light fixtures
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The illustration shows how a
typical JobSite LSC loudspeaker
mounts into a ceiling.
Ceiling Bracket serves as a “hole saver”
when drywall has not been applied.
Cannot use when installing loudspeaker in
existing ceilings.
Knockout wire tie allows the wire to be
secured to the bracket throughout the
new construction process. It knocks out
cleanly when the speaker is installed.
Wings instantly snap into
the bracket without screws.
Dogs swivel 90°, then
clamp the speaker frame
to the drywall.
Frames are molded with a
slight texture to assure good
paint adhesion.
Wings are scored for easy
size trimming.
Mounting screws tighten the
“dogs”, clamping the speaker to
the drywall.
Brackets and wings attach to
the ceiling joists with nails or
screws.
Rust-proof aluminum grilles make the loudspeaker
perfect for moist environments. (LSC-5 ONLY)
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
INSTALLATION
I Speakers x 2
Installation Existing
Construction:
I Speaker grilles x 2
1. Use a stud locator to identify the location
of the ceiling joists on each side of the
proposed loudspeaker mounting location.
I Speaker cutout template / paint mask x 1
PREPARING FOR
INSTALLATION
2. Mark ceiling joists’ edges, using masking
tape.
If you are installing the LSC-5/LSC-5R into
an existing ceiling, take time to consider
any possible obstructions which may be
hidden inside the ceiling: ceiling joists,
electrical wiring, telephone wiring,
plumbing, AC or heating conduit and
ductwork.
3. Repeat this process for the other
loudspeaker locations.
4. You may have to adjust the loudspeaker
mounting locations based on how the
ceiling joists line up with the proposed
speaker mounting locations.
Determine the best mounting locations
based on the room layout. Before cutting
any holes, make sure the area behind both
speakers is clear for installation. Speakers
provide the best coverage, when centered
in the room. Line up the speakers with a
permanently mounted ceiling fixture such
as can lights, or a light fixture.
5. Check for clearance using the following
method:
a. Drill a 1/4” pilot hole in the center of the
intended speaker location.
b. Cut a foot-long piece of coat hanger.
c. Bend the wire, creating a right angle,
leaving 4-1/4” at one end.
If you are installing the speakers into a new
ceiling follow the above recommendations
and install a set of JobSite NCB-5 Ceiling
Brackets, prior to drywall installation.
d. Poke the “L-shaped” wire into the pilot
hole and turn it in a complete circle,
checking for obstructions.
e. Push it up into the ceiling cavity to
make sure you have approximately
4” of depth.
Run speaker wire from each location to the
amplifier location. Label the speakers wires
at the amplifier end, so you know which
wire goes to each speaker.
f. If the coat hanger’s movement is
obstructed by anything, fill the hole(s)
with spackle and try another location.
TOOLS REQUIRED
6. Locate the hole template and remove the
inside portion of it. The inside portion can
be used as a paint mask, if you are
I Stud Locator (for existing construction)
I Drywall saw (for existing construction)
I Pencil (for existing construction)
painting the frame of the loudspeaker.
7. Use a pencil and hole template to trace
the hole outline in the desired location on
the ceiling.
I Cordless screwdriver with No2
Philips bit
I Wire stripper
I Wire labels
8. Use a drywall saw to cut along the
penciled line.
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9. Strip 1/4" of insulation from the end of
each wire coming from the amplifier.
3. Attach the speaker wires to the speaker
terminal connectors. Connect the
negative output from the amplifier to the
black terminal and the positive output
from the amplifier to the red terminal.
10. Tightly twist the end of each wire until
no frayed ends remain.
11. Attach the speaker wires to the speaker
terminal connectors. Connect the
negative output from the amplifier to the
black terminal and the positive output to
the red terminal.
4. There are four clamps “dogs” which
hold each speaker in place. Rotate all
the dogs inward.
5. Insert the loudspeaker into the cutout in
the ceiling.
12. There are four clamps “dogs” which
hold each speaker in place. Rotate all
the dogs inward.
6. The dogs are tightened via four
front-baffle screws. Tighten the dogs
by turning the screws clockwise,
while pressing the loudspeaker against
the ceiling. NOTE: DO NOT OVER
TIGHTEN THESE SCREWS. Over-
tightening the screws may make the
grille difficult to install.
13. Insert the loudspeaker into the cutout in
the ceiling.
14. The dogs are tightened via four
front-baffle screws. Tighten the dogs
by turning the screws clockwise,
while pressing the loudspeaker against
the ceiling. NOTE: DO NOT OVER
TIGHTEN THESE SCREWS. Over-
tightening the screws may make the
grille difficult to install.
7. Install the grille into the speaker.
8. Repeat this procedure for the next
speaker.
Removing the Grilles:
15. Install the grille into the speaker.
To remove the grille from the LSC-5, obtain a
small paper clip (size #1, common) and bend
the last quarter inch of it into an “L” shape.
Holding the paper clip with a pair of pliers,
insert the end with the “L” into a hole near
the edge of the grille. Remove the grille by
pulling the paper clip towards you.
16. Repeat this procedure for the next
speaker.
Installation New Construction:
Install the proper ceiling bracket for this
loudspeaker (NCB-5) using the instructions
supplied with the bracket. After the hole is
cut in the drywall per the bracket
For the LSC-5R, press your fingers against
the inside of the grille’s white collar.
While pressing against the collar, pull it
towards you.
instructions, perform the following steps:
1. Strip 1/4" of insulation from the end of
each wire coming from the amplifier.
2. Tightly twist the end of each wire until no
frayed ends remain.
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Painting the Speakers:
OPERATION
The speakers must be masked prior to
painting them. The inside circular portion of
the hole template can be used as a paint
mask. Remove the outside portion of the
template by gently pulling along the
perforation. Affix the mask to the front of the
speaker using a piece of tape. Fold the tape
onto itself to form a double-sided loop. Affix
the tape to the tweeter and place the mask
onto the speaker.
Listening at Higher Volumes:
It requires more power to achieve a
reasonable volume of sound in a large room
than it does in a small room. It is possible
to turn the volume so high that the amplifier
runs out of power. This creates “clipping”
distortion.
Clipping distortion makes treble sound very
harsh and unmusical. When you hear harsh
sounding treble from any good speaker, turn
the volume down immediately! You are
much less likely to damage a speaker with
a large amplifier because it will be very
loud indeed before it produces any
clipping distortion.
Painting the Grilles:
The LSC-5/5R grilles should be painted
before they are installed on the speakers.
The best results will be obtained by using a
spray gun or airless sprayer. Thin the paint,
and then apply several light coats. This
technique helps prevent clogging of grille
holes. Paint both sides of the grille to cover
all the white paint.
SPECIFICATIONS
LSC-5/5R
Power handing:
3 – 50 watts
Frequency response:
80Hz-20kHz +/- 4dB
Impedance:
8 ohms
Dimensions:
7-3/4” outside frame diameter
6-1/2” diameter hole cutout
2-3/4” deep when installed in 1/2” drywall
Ceiling Bracket for New Construction:
JobSite NCB-5 (sold separately)
Warranty: 5 year limited
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LIMITED WARRANTY
To obtain warranty service, you must write to
JOBSITE: Include your name, address,
telephone number, model number and serial
number of your unit, and a brief description of
the problem.
JobSite Systems (“JOBSITE”), a Niles Audio
Corporation company, warrants its passive
products (those not requiring AC or battery
power) to the original purchaser to be free of
manufacturing defects in material and
workmanship for a period of ten years from date
of purchase.
A factory Return Authorization Number will be
sent to you. DO NOT RETURN ANY UNIT
WITHOUT FIRST RECEIVING WRITTEN
AUTHORIZATION AND SHIPPING
JOBSITE warrants its passive loudspeaker
products (those not requiring AC or battery
power) to the original purchaser to be free of
manufacturing defects in material and
workmanship for a period of five years from date
of purchase.
INSTRUCTIONS FROM JOBSITE.
If the above conditions are met, the purchaser’s
sole remedy shall be to return the product to
JOBSITE, in which case JOBSITE will repair or
replace, at its sole option, the defective product
without charge for parts or labor. JOBSITE will
return the unit repaired or replaced under
warranty by shipping it by its usual shipping
method from the factory (only) at its expense
within the United States of America. THERE ARE
NO OTHER WARRANTIES, INCLUDING,
WITHOUT LIMITATION, EITHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,
WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT.
JOBSITE warrants its indoor/outdoor
loudspeaker products to the original purchaser
to be free of manufacturing defects in material
and workmanship for a period of two years from
date of purchase.
JOBSITE warrants its all weather rock
loudspeaker products to the original purchaser
to be free of manufacturing defects in material
and workmanship for a period of five years from
date of purchase.
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requiring AC or battery power) to the original
purchaser to be free of manufacturing defects in
material and workmanship for a period of two
years from date of purchase.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED
UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER/PURCHASER.
JOBSITE SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR
ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROVIDED
(OR PROHIBITED) BY APPLICABLE LAW.
This Warranty is subject to the following
additional conditions and limitations. The
Warranty is void and inapplicable if JOBSITE
deems that the product has been used or
handled other than in accordance with the
instructions provided by the manufacturer,
including, but not limited to, damage caused by
accident, mishandling, improper installation,
abuse, negligence, or normal wear and tear, or
any defect caused by repair to the product other
than by JOBSITE or an authorized JOBSITE
wholesale distributor.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation may not apply
to you. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other rights,
which vary from state to state.
For the name of the nearest authorized JOBSITE
wholesale distributor, contact:
JobSite Systems, a Niles Audio
Corporation company
P.O. Box 160818, Miami, Florida 33116
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