AS8SW
8” In-Wall Subwoofer
Congratulations on your purchase of the AudioSource
AS8SW In-Wall Subwoofer. This product is designed
to reproduce the Low Frequency audio portion of your
home entertainment system with accuracy and detail
that will satisfy the most discriminating listener.
Please read this Installation Manual to ensure the proper
installation and performance of your AS8SW speaker.
Preparing for your Installation
Gather the necessary tools for your installation.
You will need the following tools:
1) A Keyhole or Drywall Saw
2) A Phillips Screwdriver
3) Masking Tape
4) A Pencil
5) A Bubble or Laser Level
6) A Tape Measure
7) A Stud Finder (recommended)
8) Your AS8SW Speaker
Placement
Plan your speaker placement carefully. Make certain that
electrical, plumbing and any other services will not interfere
within the walls where you plan to place your speakers. The
AS8SW speakers can be mounted in the walls or in the ceil-
ing, but are typically used in walls. The speakers should be
located so that they provide even coverage at your listening
position. The distance between the speakers should not be
greater than the distance from the speakers to the listening
position.
(see fi g. 1)
Existing Construction
In most modern buildings the wall studs are positioned on
16” centers, providing a space between the studs of approxi-
mately 14 3/8”. The AS8SW requires a mounting hole 8 3/4”
wide and 8 3/4” high. Additionally, you should allow an extra
inch in all directions behind the wall surface to allow room for
the doglegs that retain the frame to the wall surface to swing
into position.
AS8SW
Use a stud fi nder to locate the vertical studs be-
hind the wall surface. You should now check for
obstructions like cross bracing above and below
the desired speaker location.
After selection of the mounting location, mark the
hole to be cut out. A template is provided in the
speaker box. Locate and level the template, then
mark with pencil on the wall surface. If you are
unsure whether there are obstructions behind the
wall surface where the speakers are to be mount-
ed, cut a small hole in the center of your marked
mounting location. Holding your drywall saw at
a 45 degree angle (see Fig. 2) cut a square hole
that you can use to fi nd any obstructions, should
they exist.
