Sanus SOA-SBM1 User manual

SOA-SBM 1
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Please verify the following items:
Your TV, soundbar, soundbar mount, and any accessories you
plan to install DO NOT EXCEED the specified weight limit of
your TV wall mount.
You read and understand these directions.
You refer to the documentation that came with your sound bar,
your TV and your TV wall mount for additional guidance.
You have the tools needed for installation.
You CAN NOT use this product if your TV mount’s interface bracket:
includes built-in/integrated spacers (see Figure 1), or
the mounting holes/slots are greater than 11mm [.43 in.] (see Figure 2).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ ENTIRE MANUAL PRIOR TO USE – SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Before You Begin
Figure 2
Figure 1

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WARNING:
• This soundbar mount is only designed for use with TV wall mounts that meet third party
safety certifications.
• This soundbar mount is ONLY designed to mount BELOW the television (see Figure 3).
• This soundbar mount is designed to be installed and utilized only as specified in this manual.
The manufacturer is not responsible for improper assembly, use, or handling of this product.
• Your wall must be capable of supporting five times the weight of your TV, TV mount, and
soundbar combined.
• Failure to follow these instructions could result in an unstable situation that may result
in property damage or personal injury.
If you have any questions,
please contact
Customer Service:
1-800-359-5520
TV
Soundbar
Figure 3

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Weight Restrictions
Weight Limit for SOA-SBM1
Weight Limit for Your TV Mount
DO NOT EXCEED 15 lbs. (6.8 kg)
for this Soundbar Mount
15 lb
(6.8 kg)
CAUTION: Avoid potential personal injuries and property damage!
The weight of your TV, PLUS this soundbar mount, your soundbar, and any accessories, MUST BE LOWER
than the maximum weight rating of your TV mount. See your TV mount's manual for maximum weight allowed.
2 lbs.
(0.9 kg)
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(__ kg)
(plus) (plus) (plus) (equals)
Soundbar
Mount ANY Other
Accessories
Your
Soundbar Your TV
TOTAL
WEIGHT
Maximum for
Your TV Mount

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3rd Party Certified
TV Wall Mount *
*Your TV wall mount may vary from the
illustrations throughout this manual —
note that the procedure to install the
soundbar is the same.
Items Needed
Included in this Kit
H
Phillips Screwdriver
Level
3/16 in. Hex Key

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NOTE: Not all hardware included will be used.
WARNING: This product contains small items that could be a choking hazard if swallowed.
Before starting assembly, verify all parts are included and undamaged. If any parts are missing or damaged,
do not return the damaged item to your dealer; contact Customer Service. Never use damaged parts!
Parts and Hardware for STEP 1
01 x 2 x 2
02
x 2
03
x 2
04
Soundbar
Bracket
Fender
Washer
Keyhole
Screw
Keyhole Screw
Knob
Supplied Parts and Hardware

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x 2
05
Parts and Hardware for STEP 3
NEW Washers for your TV Mount Interface Bracket
M4/M5
06 x 4
LARGE
M4/M5
08 x 4
M6/M8
07 x 4
LARGE
M6/M8
09 x 4
Mount Spacer
Washer
Washer
Washer
Washer

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NEW TV Screws for TVs that DO NOT use spacers
Parts and Hardware for STEP 3 (continued)
M8 x 20mm
14 x 4
M6 x 25mm
13 x 4
M6 x 16mm
12 x 4
M5 x 16mm
11 x 4
M4 x 16mm
10 x 4

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NEW TV Screws and Spacers for TVs that REQUIRE spacers
M8 x 40mm
19 x 4
M6 x 50mm
18 x 4
22mm
20 x 4
M6 x 40mm
17 x 4
M5 x 40mm
16 x 4
M4 x 40mm
15 x 4
TV Spacers

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Attach the soundbar brackets 01 to your soundbar’s hanger with knobs 04 and
keyhole screws 03 .
NOTE: Do not fully tighten the knobs 04 until STEP 5.
*
If your Soundbar did NOT include a supplied hanger, see OPTION 2 on PAGE 12
Install Soundbar Bracket *
STEP 1
Using a Soundbar Manufacturer’s Supplied Hanger
OPTION 1 :

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01 01
03
SOUNDBAR MANUFACTURER
SUPPLIED HANGER
04
Bottom of
Soundbar
Hanger

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Assemble knobs 04 and keyhole screws 03 .
Attach the soundbar brackets 01 to
your soundbar using the knob assemblies.
NOTE: Do not fully tighten the knobs 04
until STEP 5.
04
03
Install Soundbar Bracket
Directly to the Soundbar
STEP 1
OPTION 2 :
IMPORTANT: If needed, use fender washers 02 under
soundbar bracket 01 to rest flat onto the soundbar surface.

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01
01
02
Bottom of Soundbar

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STEP 2 Prepare Your TV (if mounted)
A
If your TV is already mounted:
CAUTION: Follow your TV mount’s manual for
instructions on how to safely remove your TV and TV bracket.
A. Remove any cables attached to your TV.
B. Remove your TV/bracket assembly from your wall
plate, arm assembly, or pillar.
HEAVY! You may need assistance with this step!
C. Remove the TV bracket(s) and hardware from your TV.
IMPORTANT!
You MUST use the hardware provided with this product
instead of the hardware that came with your TV mount.
Save any TV hardware you remove for optional future
use -- to reinstall the TV without the soundbar.

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B C

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STEP 3 Install Soundbar Bracket with Your TV Mount
Determine which screw diameter
fits your monitor or TV —
M4, M5, M6, or M8.
• ForTVs with a flat/
unobstructed back,
follow Step 3-1. *
• ForTVs with a rounded/
irregular/obstructed back,
follow Step 3-2.
*If you need extra space to
accommodate cables, recesses,
or protrusions, follow Step 3-2.
Step 3-1 Step 3-2

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CAUTION: Verify adequate
thread engagement with
your screw/washer/spacer
combination AND all brackets.
—Too short will not hold theTV.
—Too long will damage the TV.
Standard configurations shown.
For special applications, contact
Customer Service.
IMPORTANT: To offset the shift in
height of your TV bracket, due to the
soundbar brackets 01 , you MUST use
washers 05 , in the top hole locations.
Side View
Step 3-1 Step 3-2
05 05
01 01
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STEP 3-1
Option 1
Option 2
10 11 12 13 14
06 08 07 09
screws
M4/M5 M6/M8
washers
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Assemble yourTV mount’s interface
bracket with soundbar brackets 01 ,
washers 05 and the fourTV screws
and washers from the table above.
*WARNING: You must use
the larger washers 08 or 09
(unless they do not fit yourTV bracket).
NOTE: Do not fully tighten
the screws until STEP 5.
WARNING: Soundbar MUST
NOT be mounted onTOP of yourTV.
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01

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STEP 3-2
Option 1
Option 2
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Assemble yourTV mount’s
interface bracket with soundbar
brackets 01 , washers 05 , spacers
20 and the fourTV screws and
washers from the table above.
*WARNING: You must use
the larger washers 08 or 09
(unless they do not fit yourTV bracket).
NOTE: Do not fully tighten
the screws until STEP 5.
WARNING: Soundbar MUST
NOT be mounted onTOP of yourTV.
15 16 17 18 19
06 08 07 09
screws
M4/M5 M6/M8
washers
**
05
01

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STEP 4 Adjust Soundbar Bracket
Adjust both arms of soundbar brackets 01 until your soundbar or soundbar
hanger is in your desired position.
NOTE: You may need to reposition the hole locations in soundbar brackets 01
to adjust your soundbar to the desired position.
IMPORTANT: The final position of your soundbar must be within 51 mm (2 in.)
of theTV.
NOTE: When positioning your soundbar, make sure you will be able to access
the control buttons.