Bogen ASM1 User manual

• Installs in less than a minute
• Self-contained 1W amplifier
• High intelligibility and sensitivity
• Wide-range frequency response
• Direct and reflected sound paths create wide
dispersion angle
• Lightweight and durable plastic shell with a
paintable finish
• Simple, three-step installation process
• No tool(s) installation
• Color-coded mounting studs identify polarity
to make the power and audio connections
easier (no external wires)
• Front-mounted volume control for easy
access
• Transformer-isolated, balanced audio input
• Can be installed in any drop ceiling with stan-
dard ceiling tiles
• Surface-mounting design eliminates need to
cut ceiling tile, no mess installation
• Contemporary design blends/matches any
decor
• O-ring seal holds speaker tight to ceiling sur-
face, eliminating whistling and ensures
smoother sound without peaks
• Textured studs easily pierce ceiling tile and
secure wire nut connections
• Wide-bottom, easy-to-handle mounting wing
nuts provide secure speaker mounting
• All necessary mounting hardware included
• Tile Bridge available for weight distribution
(model SMTB, sold separately)
• Complies with NFPA National Code 160b
and UL-2043 (Report available)
The Bogen ASM1Easy Install®Self-Amplified Speaker is a surface-mount speaker, designed to typ-
ically install in less than a minute. Installation is a simple, three-step process that does not require
tools. First, four specially-designed studs pierce the ceiling tile. Second, two custom-designed wing
nuts secure the speaker to the ceiling. Third, standard wire nuts make the power and audio con-
nections directly to the color-coded studs. The ASM1is lightweight, durable, and features a low-
profile contemporary design, making it versatile enough to be installed in just about any installation
with standard ceiling tiles.
The ASM1is a 1-watt, self-amplified speaker. There is an exterior volume control for easy balanc-
ing that is easily accessible, but doesn’t attract tampering.
Features
Description
Specifications subject to change without notice.
© 2006 Bogen Communications, Inc.
Part No. 54-8023-37B 0804
Easy Install®
Self-Amplified
Speaker
Model ASM1

Power Rating (max.): 1W
Frequency Response: 125 Hz-15 kHz
Sensitivity (min., 1-watt @ 1meter on axis): 90 dBspl, 125 mV input
Supply Voltage Range: 12 - 30V DC
Typical Current Units: -1 CU (50 mA)
Idle Current: 5 mA (nominal)
Input Sensitivity: 125 mVrms
Input Impedance: 2k ohms
Dispersion (min.): 120°
Controls: Volume control
Cone: 4" Speaker cone
Magnet Weight: 6 oz.
Product Weight: 2 lb.
Shipping Weight: 3 lb.
Diameter: 9-1/2"
Height: 3"
Base Diameter (against ceiling): 8-3/4"
Construction: ABS Plastic
Flame Rating: 94-5VA
Technical
Specifications
Architect
& Engineer
Specifications
50 Spring Street, Ramsey, NJ 07446
Tel. [phone], Fax: [phone]
www.bogen.com
The speaker shall be a Bogen Model ASM1. The fre-
quency response shall be 125 Hz to 15 kHz.
Dispersion angle shall be no less than 120°.
Sensitivity, measured 1-watt @ 1meter on axis, shall
be a minimum of 90 dBspl.
The speaker shall have a 1-watt amplifier. The typical
current consumption shall be 1CU (50 mA).
Frequency response shall be 125 Hz – 15 kHz. Input
sensitivity shall be 125 mVrms. Input impedance shall
be 2k ohms. Dispersion shall be 120°.
The speaker shall comply with NFPA National Code
160b that allow speakers to be installed in plenums
and other air handling spaces. The speaker shall also
comply with UL-2043 (report available).
The speaker shall be of durable ABS plastic con-
struction and shall be mounted using specially
designed studs that easily pierce ceiling tiles.
Custom-designed wing nuts shall be used for secur-
ing the speaker to the ceiling tile. Four standard wire
nuts will connect the speaker wires to the studs.
One set of studs shall be used to connect 24V (nom-
inal) power, and the other set shall be used to con-
nect an audio signal to the speaker. In each set of
studs color-coding will be used as a means of desig-
nating polarity. Copper-plated studs shall be positive
(+) and nickel-plated studs shall be negative (-). The
speaker shall include a large, rubber O-ring seal to
hold the base of the speaker cavity tight to the ceil-
ing tile.
The unit shall measure 9-1/2" in diameter by 3" in
depth. Base diameter against ceiling shall be 8-3/4".
Product weight shall be 2 lb.
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