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SUBWOOFER CABLE INSTALLATION

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1A. Unroll the FlatWire and find the black FlatWire QLT™ (Quick Link Technology) Adapter on both ends. Connect the FlatWire QLT™ Adapters to the printed circuit ledges inside the FlatWire Ready® Connectors. This should be connected with the word "TOP" facing up.

1B. Before mounting connectors on surface, connect desired devices (i.e. VCR, DVD player, subwoofer, etc) and test for system compatibility.

1C. Disconnect the FlatWire Ready® Connectors from the system and remove connectors from FlatWire.

1E. Draw the path for the FlatWire from one FlatWire Ready® Connector to the next. (Using a laser level is a preferred method for accuracy and time) Note: If there is extra FlatWire, zig-zag on the wall, but do not stack layers.

1F. Mount the first FlatWire Ready® Connector on the marked location. Note: DO NOT mount the second FlatWire Ready® Connector at this time.

2A. Hold the FlatWire Ready® Spray Adhesive (use of any other spray adhesive will void FlatWire warranty) 6-8 inches from the surface and spray along the path where the FlatWire will be installed. Spray pattern should be at least 3 inches wide. Wait approximately one minute before applying FlatWire. Note: If only paint is to be used in concealment, spray the adhesive directly on the wire instead of spraying the wall to avoid overspray.

2B. Connect QLT™ adapter to mounted connector #1. Place FlatWire to adhesive path, start from Connector #1 and work to the marked location of Connector #2. Make sure all edges of the wire are secured tightly against the surface. Smooth out the FlatWire with your hand or a blunt non-metallic object. This should remove any wrinkles, folds, or air pockets in the FlatWire. To change directions simply fold the FlatWire at a right angle bend. Be sure to spray adhesive inside the folded joints to adhere FlatWire to itself. After fold, continue along adhesive path to the location of connector #2.

3A. Mount FlatWire Ready® Connector #2 at the marked location and connect the FlatWire to the connector . Connect all devices to connectors and re-test to make sure they are working properly prior to concealment.

4A. Apply FlatWire Ready® Mesh Tape over the FlatWire ensuring a tight bond. At all bends, extend the mesh beyond the FlatWire by 1". Note: Do not overlap mesh tape. This will add thickness and make concealment more difficult.

4B. Tape off connectors with painters masking tape. Apply concealing compound over FlatWire Ready® Mesh Tape and allow manufactured recommended dry time. (May require several coats)

4C. Sand the compound to blend with surrounding surface. Once final coat is dry, simply paint or wallpaper to make it disappear.

4D. Wait 24 Hours for concealment to completely cure. Remove masking tape and attach rear covers on the FlatWire Ready® Connectors. (this covers the connector opening and anchors the FlatWire) Connect system and Enjoy!