Polk Audio Atrium 65SDI User manual

FIGURE 3
FIGURE 1
PkJce the spealcer in
a corner for more bass
oulput. Braclcet attac:hed
to side wall.
Ca/oque
el altovaz en
una esquina pora obren-
er mayor rendimiento de
bajas. Soporte adosado
afa pored lateral.
Instollez I'enceinte
dons
un coin pour optimiser
les graves. Fixez Ie sup-
port au mur Iati?ra/,
p/afzieren Sie den
Lautsprecher zur
Gewahr/eistung
starlcerer Tielen in
einer Eclce an. Die
Halterung
wird an
einer Seitenwand
belestigt.
Place
the spealcer away
from eaves and corners
.F--------~ for less bass oUlput.
Coloque el altovoz le;os
f-------.J de aleros y esquinas
pora obtener menor
f-------.J rendimiento de bajas.
Degagez I'enceinte de
~"""'------t I'avant-toit ou des coins
pour diminuer les
f-------.J graves.
Schwachere Tielen erha/-
ten Sie, wenn Sie den
I----~ Lautsprecher von Kan",""
und Vorspriingen entler-
L ..J:======:::::I nt aufstellen.
Place the spealcer close
under an eave for more
bass output.
Caloque el altovoz deba-
;0 y cerca de un a/ero
pora obtener mayor
f------...j rendimiento de ba;os.
InslalJez I' enceinte
directement sous I'avont-
toit pour optimiser les
graves.
f------...j Bei P/atzierung des
Lautsprechers direlct
}------f unler einer Kante oJer
einem Vorsprung werden
}------f die Tielen weiter ver-
starlet.
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ATRIUM65sDI FEATURES:
• Unique Dual Input/Single Input Feature:
A simple switch, and its ingenious Dual
1Weeter Array, allows the Atrium65sDI to
be used either as a single high performance
stereo loudspeaker, or the left-or-right speak-
er in a high performance stereo pairl
•
6-112" (16.5cm) long throw Polypropylene
Cone driver with Butyl Rubber Surround
for robust bass response.
• 'I\vo 1" (25mm) Dome Tweeters with
Neodymium Magnets for accurate high
frequencies.
• Power Port bass venting for deep, low
distortion bass.
• Power Port features Flared "Umbrella"
Diffuser design that meets basic military
waterproofing
specs, as well as unique
Bugscreen Protection.
• Stainless Steel and Brass hardware for years
of rustproof reliability.
•
With waterproof Port Plug (included), the
Atrium66sDI meets or exceeds ASTM D5894-
96UV Salt Fog, Mil Standard 810 Immersion
and Mil Standard 883 Method 1009.8 for
salt and corrosion tests.
• Rustproof aluminum bracket allows multiple
mounting options and full 80-degree rotation:
aim the Atrium65sDI to deliver the best
possible sound in avariety of locations,
either as a stereo loudspeaker or as half
of a stereo pair.
• Rustproof aluminum grille with 40%
open area for superior sound quality.
• Sculpted front baffle and rounded enclosure
minimize diffraction (sound reflecting off of
hard edges) for more open and lifelike imaging.
• Available in either black or paintable white
finishes to match any decor inside or out.
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To Receiver ~~~~m~~*~:TO Receiver
Left Channel = Right Channel
TD Receiver
left Channel
: TD Receiver
, RightChiinnel
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USING THE SINGLE-DUAL INPUT SWITCH
The ATRlUM65sDI has a unique Dual Input!
Single Input Switch. Combined with its inge-
nius Dual1Weeter Array, this s\vitch allows
the ATRILJ:vI65sD! to be used either as a singlc
high performance sterco loudspeaker [figure
4], or the left-or-right speaker in a high
performance sterco pair [figure 5].
How does it do it? Magic!
1\0, just kidding. Actually, the ATRIUivl65sDl has
an innovative dual crossover network that is
enabled or disengaged via the simple switch
locatcd over the Binding Post Connectors. It
sums the complete stcreo signal (Left AND
Right) or the single Left OR Right signal and
sends the signal to the appropriate tweeter or
tweeters. In single mode, thc single input
sends the same signal to both tweeters and
both driver voice coils for left or right play in
a stereo pair. In Stcreo mode, the dual inputs
send the discrete left and right signals to dis-
crete tweeter and driver voice coils.
See "Making The Connection" (Page 9) for
details on hooking up your ATRIU:V165sD!
Loudspeakeras either a single stereo speaker
or as half of a stereo pair.
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PAINTING YOUR ATRIUM
LOUDSPEAKERS
You will need:
• A ~pray can of primer paint (Krylon
Sandable Spray Primer #1318,
or equivalent).
• /I. spray can of the paint of your choice.
Choose exterior grade paint if you
plan to usc the speakers outdoor~.
• A paperclip or cork~crew (for removing
the paintable grille).
•
Masking tape.
•Paint mask (to cover unpaintable parts-
nor included.) To make an easy paint mask,
use the grille as a t.emplate and cut a mask
from heavy, nonporous Kraft paper.
FIGURE 7
Mask the binding posts on the rear of the speaker.
Cubra can cinto de enmoscorar los tomittos de presion ubicadas
en la parte de atrOs del alto\<oz:.
Mosquez les hornes aI'arriere de I'enceinte.
Decken Sie
die Anschlussklemmen auf der Riickseite des
l.autsprechers ab.
PREPARING TO PAINT:
1. Separate the parts of the speaker. Remove
the brackets and bracket knobs. Remove
the grille by carefully hooking it with a
bent paper clip and pulling it gently away
from the cabinet [figure 6].
2. Mask off the binding posts on the back
of the speaker [figure 7), the end panels
and bracket knobs, and carefully mask ot'f
the fron t of the speakers to protect the dri-
vel'S and baffles while painting [figure 8].
The grille features an engraved logo pod.
You can mask this off or paint right over it.
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FIGURE 6
Remo\<e the grille using a paper dip.
Quite la reiilta can un suietopape/es.
Retirez 10 grille en utilisant un trombone.
Entfernen Sie den Gitteraufsatz: mit einer Buroklammer.
FIGURE 8
Mask the dri\<ers and baHles.
Cubra can cinto
de enmascarar los excitodares ylos bafles.
Masquez les haut-parleurs et les ecrans acoustiques.
Decken Sie
die Treiber und Resananzwande ab.
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PAINTING THE CABINET, BRACKET
KNOBS AND BRACKET:
1. Apply two thin coats of primcr Lo the
cabinet and knobs. The bracket does not
require aprimer.
2. Whcn the primer is completcly dry, apply
the finish color [figure 9J.
3. When the paint is completcly dry, remove
the masking material.
4. Do not reattach the speaker to the bracket
until·
the bracket is mounted. Try to keep
all handling of freshly painted parts to
a minimum.
FIGURE 9
After priming, apply thin coats of finish color
Despues
de aplicar 10 capo de imprimacicm (primer),
aplique capas delgadas del color del acabodo.
Suite Ii 10 couche d'appret, appliquez 10
peinture de linition en couches minces.
Nach
der Grundierung tragen Sie eine
diinne Schicht
des Forbanstrichs auf.
PAINTING THE GRILLE:
1. The grille of the Atrium speaker features
an even, protective powder coating.
This powder coating is an ideal primer.
The grille features an engraved logo pod.
You can mask this off or paint right over it.
2. Using spray paint, spray two thin coats of
finish color with no primer [figure 10]. If
you'rc using a compressor and spray gun,
use the finest, most diffuse seLLing. Be
careful not to fill the holes in the grille
with paint.
3. When the paint is completely dry, carefully
fit
the grille into its recess so that it is just
resting
on the cabinet. Starting with one
corner, go around thc speaker and push
the grille into the grille notch alittle bit at
a time. Bc gen tle; the grille may be easily
bcnt out of shape by rough handling.
FIGURE 10
Paint the grille. Use thin coats of spray paint.
Do not block grille holes with paint.
Pinte 10 rejillo. Use capas delgados de pinh/ro aerosol.
No tape los agujeras de 10 reiilla can pintura.
Peinturez
10 grille. Appliquez des couches minces de peinture
aerasol. N'obstruez pas les traus de 10 grille de peinture.
Streichen Sie den Gitterauf.otz. Verwenden Sie dozu diinne
Sprilz/Qckschichten. Die OHnungen
de. GitterQufsalzes diirfen
nicht mit Forbe blockiert werden.
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MOUNTING
The Atrium's bracket allows it to be mounted
either horizontally or vertically and aimed to
deliver the best possible sound in avariety
of situations. Follow the steps below to safely
secure the brackets and speakers.
Installation of Atrium Series Loudspeakers
requires basic skills in using tools such as a
drill
and screwdriver. If you are in doubL that
you possess the necessary skills or tools,
consult your Polk Audio dealer, or a
professional installer.
1) Make sure thc material on which you
plan to mount Lhe speakers (plaster,
drywall,
paneling, stone, etc.) can
support the weight of the speakers
(ALrium65sDl=approx 12LBS- 5.45kg oa).
2) Make sure thc locations you selcct do not
conceal electrical wiring or plumbing.
:{) Prior to installation, hold Lhe speaker in
the chosen location to make sure it safely
clears obstacles such as ceiling, adjacent
walls, corners, beams, lighting fixtures
and door/window frames.
FIGURE \ \
Turn the bracket knobs 10 remove the brocket assembly.
Gire las peril/as de los soportes para quilor la unidad de soparte.
Tournez les boulons du support pour relirer Ie bloc-support.
Drehen Sie die Halterungsknopfe,
um die gesamte
Halterung abzunehmen.
4) Using the keyhole slots in the bracket as a
template, mark the installation location of
the two keyhole slots with a pencil. You
can do this by removing the bracket knobs
on the top and bottom of the speaker and
removing the bracket, or by leaving the
bracket connected to the speaker [figure
111. Orient. the bracket so that. the small
ends of the keyhole slots are [acing "up"
according to the direction of installation.
l~eattach the bracket La the speakers, if
you have removee! it, by reinserting it into
the bracket gap and t.hen tightening the
bracket knobs.
S) If you are certain tha t there is a stud
behind the wall surface, drive #10 screws
(not included) through the wall and into
the stud [figure 12aJ.
6) If there is no stud behind the wall at the
chosen location, install #10 wa II anchors
(not supplied) into the wall by following
the wall-anchor-manufacturer's instruc-
tions. Always use two wall anchors and
two screws per speaker [figure 12bJ.
7) Drive screws into stud or wall anchors,
leaving scre\v heads protruding 1/16"
(1/6mm).
figure 12a
Wall Stud
.-..0
~ .-..0
~
figure 12b·
No Wall Stud
FIGURES 120 &b
Use #10 screw for wall stud,
use #10 woll anchors + screw for no wall stud.
Use Iornillos n· 10 si la pored tiene parales internos, use ane/as
de pored yIorn;Ilos n· 10 si 10 pared no liene paroles internos.
Utilisez une vis no I0 pour fixer Ie support dans un monlont.
Ulilisez une cheville d'ancroge et une vis
nolO s'il n'y a pas de monlont.
Verwenden Sie eine Schraube Nr. 10 fur Wan de mit
Holzstielverstiirkung bzw. Dubel und Schrauben (Nr. 10) fUr
Wonde ohne Holzslielverstiirkung.
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8) If speaker wire is being fed from a hole
in the wall behind the bracket, pull this
speaker wire through the hole in the
bracket before mounting the bracket
[figure 13}.
9) Line up the bracket, attached to the
speaker, so that the screw heads pass
through the large center hole of the
bracket's keyhole slots.
10) Let the speaker and bracket slide straight
down. allowing the screw head to slip
behind the smaller end of the keyhole
slot [figure 14J.
11) Tug gently on the speaker to make certain
that
the screws and bracket are properly
aligned and that the wall anchors
are secure.
12) If the bracket is not held snug against
the wall by the screw heads. remove the
speaker from the wall. drive the screws
in alittle further and then remount
the speaker.
FIGURE 13
Feed speaker wire from wall through
bracket
wire hole for easy mounting.
Para monlvr el olh:nlo~ COn focilidad, pose el cable de olh:nlo~
que sale de 10 pored pOl' el ogujero pora cable del soporte.
Posse% /e fit de hout-parleur ci trolferS Ie trou du
support pour fodliter /'inslvllolion.
Ver/egen Sie dos Loutsprecherka~el einfoch von del' Wand
durch die entsprechende OHnung in del' Halterung.
13) Once the speaker is mounted, the bracket
knobs can be loosened to "aim" the speak-
er. and then hand-tightened to keep the
speaker angled correctly [figure lO}.
14) Follow the hookup directions included
with your receiver. Strip 1/2 inch of insu-
lation from each of the two conductors
of the wire to expose the bare metal and
twist each of the conductors into a single
unfrayed strand (so you have two
unfrayed strands). Note that one of the
terminals on the rear of each speaker is
red (+) and the other is black (-). Make
certain that you connect the wire from
the red terminal of your amplifier or
receiver to the red terminal on your
speaker and the wire from the black
terminal of your amplifier or receiver
to the black terminal on your speaker
[figure 16]. Most wire has some
indicator (such as color-coding, ribbing
or writing) on one of the two conductors
to help you maintain consistency.
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FIGURE 14
Slide the bracket down on the screw heads
to catch the keyhole slots.
Deslice
el soporte hocio abajo sobre fas cobe%as de los tornillos
pora que encajen en fas ranuras en forma de ojo de cerradura.
Glissez
Ie support sur 10 rete de 10 vis jusqu'ci ce qu'e/le s'en-
c1enche dans la fente.
Schieben Sie die Ha/terung
auf die Schraubkopfe herunter, so
doss sie in den Ritzen einrastet.
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ALTERNATE SECURE MOUNTING
For more solid mounting, screw the bracket
directly into aweight-bearing
stud on the
moun ting surface.
Place the screws securely in the smaller
end of the keyhole slot. Do not leave
screwheads protruding.
Attach and remove the speaker from the
permanently secured bracket by tightening
and loosening the bracket knobs [as shown
in figure 16].
SAFETY FIRST
When installing Atrium speakers be aware
of the weight of your particular model
(Atrium65sDI=12LBS- 5.45 Kg) and the
weight bearing tolerance of the material to
which you are mounting the speaker. If you
arc not sure of a safe way of mounting your
speakers please consult a professional
installer, your authorized Polk Audio
dealer, or abuilding contractor.
You will maximize the useful life of your
Atrium speakers by placing them where they
will receive less exposure to the clements. If
extreme weather conditions arc expected, we
recommend storing your speakers indoors.
Look for Lhe best overall compromise
between sound quality, convenience and
exposure. Do nOl compromise safety.
FIGURE 15
Ad;us' 'he bracket knobs fa aim 'he speaker.
A;usre los perillos del soporre pora orienfar el o/,ovoz.
A;usrez les bourans du suppor' pour airiger
/'enceinte.
Stellen Sie die Position des Laurspre<hers uber die
Knopfe an der Holrerung ein.
FIGURE 16
USINGS·WAY
BINDING POSTS
EL usa DE POSTES DE
CONEXION DE CINCO
POS/CIONES
UTIUSATION
DES BORN/ERS
"C/NQ FAr-0NS"
GEBRAUCH VON
FUNFER-VERB/NDUNGS-
80LZEN
Loosen
hex nu'
De::enrosque porcio/men'e
10 werco hexogonol
Desserrer I'ecrou
Sechskontmu"er losen
Insert speaker wire
'hrough hole
Inserre el
o/ombre poro 10
boeina en el or;ficio
Inserer Ie
fil au hour-porleur
dons Ie frau
Lou'sprecher-Droh, dureh
dos Loch schieben
r'9h'en
hex nu'
Enrosque 10 werco de nuevo
Serrer I' ecrou
Sechskontmuffer fes'schrouben
Do not insert insulated
section of speaker wire
No inserte alombre con
moreriol oislonte
Ne pas inserer 10 partie
isoli:e du fil au hout-porleur
Isolation
des Lautsprecher-
Drohres nicht in
dos Lach
schieben
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MAKING THE CONNECTION
For the best performance, use dedicated two-
conductor, 16-gauge or thicker (descending
number) audiophile-grade speaker wire,
available at your authorized Polk Audio deal-
er. Measure enough wire to reach from your
amplifier or receiver to each speaker, plus an
additional 12" to allow moving the speakers
or equipment without having to disconnect
the wires.
USE THE ATRIUM6SSDI AS A SINGLE
STEREO LOUDSPEAKER.
1. With the Dual Input/Single Input Switch set
to "Dual Input Stereo"[figure 17] connect
both sets (Left & Right) of speaker wire
outputs from your receiver to the
ATRIUM65sDI.
2. Connect the Left Speaker Output from your
receiver to either of the exposed Binding
Post Input Connectors of the Atrium65sDl.
3. Connect the Right Speaker Output from
your receiver to the remaining Binding
Post Input Connectors of the Atrium65sDI.
FIGURE 17
.... To Receiver
left Channel
To Receiver .......
RighI Channel
Switch to dual input
WARNING: when in dual input made, do not
attempt to switch to single input position.
Damage to the amplifier could ocur!
Metlre en position d'entree double
Avertissement: en mode d'entree double, ne pos
essayer de posser en position d'entree simple.
Cela pourrait
endommager I'amplificateur!
Pase eI interruptor aentracla
doble
Advertencia: Cuando el amplificador este en
moria de entrada doble, no intente posar el
interruptor a 10 posicion de entrada sencil/a.
iiPuede clanar
el amplilicador!!
USE THE ATRIUM6SSDI AS ONE HALF
OF ASTEREO PAIR OF ATRIUM6SSDI
LOUDSPEAKERS.
1. With the Dual Input/Single Input Switch set
to "Single Left or Right" [figure 18] con-
nect the Left OR Right speaker wire output
from your receiver to accesible terminals
of the Atrium65sDI.
2. Connect the remaining output from
your receiver to a second Atrium65sD!
(sold separately), also set to
"Single Left or Right."
Strip 1/2" of insulation from each of the two
conductors on both ends of the wire length to
expose the bare wire. Twist the exposed wire
of each conductor to form two UNFRAYED
STRANDS on each end. Connect two conduc-
tors on one end to your receiver or amplifier
(refer to the owner's manual supplied with
your electronics to assist you with proper
hookup). Connect the two conductors on the
other end of the wire to the speaker terminals.
One of the terminals on the rear of your
speaker is red (+) and the other is black (-).
Make certain that you connect the wire from
the red (+) terminal of your amplifier or
receiver to the red (+) term inal on your
speaker, and the wire from the black (-)
terminal of your amplifier or receiver to
the black (-) terminal on your speaker.
Most speaker wire has some indicator (color
code, ribbing, or printing) on one of the two
connectors to help you maintain consistency.
If your speakers sound "thin," with little bass
and little or no center image, chances are
one of your speaker wires is connected back-
wards. Double-check all connections. Make
certain that the two bare wire ends do not
touch each other. Such contact could result
in an electrical short and cause your receiver
or amplifier to turn off or malfunction.
To Receiver __
FIGURE 18
SWITCH TO SINGLE INPUT
(FACTORY
SEmNG)
METlRE EN POsmON
D'ENTREE SIMPLE
(REGLAGE D'USINE)
PASE EL INTERRUPTOR A
ENTRADA SENClLlA(CONFIG-
URACION DE FASRICA)
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SEALING THE CABINET WITH THE
POWER PORT PLUG
The Power Port bass vent on the
Atrium65sDI is an enhanced design vent.
It includes a Flared "Umbrella" Diffuser
for nominal (not complete) waterproofing
and a special Bugscreen Protector for
keeping little critters out of the cabinet.
The optional (included!) Power Port Plug
seals the cabinet completely, creating a
military
spec waterproof cabinet, but with
somewhat reduced bass response.
When using the Atrium65sDI in covered
outdoor locations, under eaves or within
covered porch areas, the unique Flared
"Umbrella" Diffuser of the Power Port vent
prOVides adequate waterproofing. Use the
Power Port Plug for unprotected installation
situations where the back of the may get wet.
To install the Power Port Plug, simply
unscrew the four Power Port screws and
remove the port plate. Place the Power Port
Plug securely over the port, and reinstall
the port plate by returning the four screws
to their original positions. [figure 19]
SPECIFICATIONS
ATRIUM65sDI
Frequency Response
50Hz-20kHz
Recommended Power
10-125W Continuous
Impedance
Compatible with 8Ohm outputs
Efficiency (2.83Vrms, 1
m)
89dB
Available Finishes
Black &White
Environmental Standards
ASTM D5894-96UV Salt Fog, Mil Standard 810
Immersion, Mil-Std 883 Method 1009.8
for
salt and corrosion with PowerPort Plug
Cabinet material
Mineral filled polypropylene
Grille &Bracket material
powder coated aluminum
Hardware
Brass
or stainless steel
Terminals
2
pair Gold plated 5-way binding posts
Drive Unit Complement
woofer
1
61fz" (16.5cm) dual-voice coil mineral filled
polypropylene cone, Butyl rubber surround
1\veeters
21" (25mm) metalized dome
neodymium motor structure
Height x
Width x Depth with bracket & knobs
13 '/z"H x 7 11/
16
"W X9'¥16"D
(34.2cmH x19.5cmW x23.6cmD)
Shipping
Weight Pair
13LBS- 5.89
Kg
FIGURE 19
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