Post pics of the equipment, or at least model numbers, so we can tell you exactly what you can do to make it work.
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Originally Posted by ketch90
What are the properties of network cable that make it good for speaker wire?
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The only time it's acceptable is when an A/V hobbyist braids a bunch of them together as a novelty item. Run proper 16ga or heavier wire if you're using powered speakers. You can pick up a 100ft roll at Radio Shack for under $10.
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Originally Posted by RogueGypsy
You can also add a resistor block at the amp to adjust the impedance to within the amp's ratings. But you have to be VERY careful, the blocks get really, really hot. Like burn the flesh from your fingers, start a fire kind of hot. But it is an option if done correctly.
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This will give you the proper load on the amp as far as impedance, but in practice it doesn't work so well. Best case is loss of fidelity, worst case you blow a driver. This is not an option for a guy who has to double-check that Cat5 as speaker wire is a bad idea, even if he is making the smart choice in asking since he's not sure.
I also suspect that if they're using 4 tile-mounted speakers in 2 channels, that they're using a constant voltage system, probably 70v.