SOLIDDRIVE MSK-1 Operating manual

SolidDrive
INSTALLATION & USE GUIDE
for MSK-1, MSK-1-G, & MSK-1-SM
Sound Masking Transducer
INSTALLATION OF SOLIDDRIVE MSK-1 INTO WALLS AND CEILINGS
GETTING STARTED WITH SOLIDDRIVE
WARRANTY
WARNING
Type
Construction
Dimensions
Weight
SolidDrive MSK-1 In-Wall and
NOTE: When installed in Canada, this product must be installed in accordance
with the Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1, Part1.
Type
Frequency Response(Hz)
Dimensions
Weight
UL Listing
Full Range Sound Masking
Impedance 8 Ohm
70 Hz to 15 kHz
10 - 50 Watts
2.28'' Diameter x 4.8'' Height
Mounting Plate 3.5'' Diameter
1.2 lb / .54 kg
1480 & 2043 Pending
Patented balanced cantilever spring bracket
Heavy duty, galvanized steel
12OC – 2.0'' H x 17.5'' W x 5.0'' D
16OC – 2.0'' H x 25.5'' W x 5.0'' D
24OC – 2.0'' H x 13.5'' W x 5.0'' D
1.0 lb / .45 kg
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218-2127 REV-06.22.17
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SolidDrivesare guaranteed for 7 years from date of purchase. Any misuses or
not expose this product to rain or moisture. Unplug prior to cleaning and clean with
a damp cloth. There are no user-serviceable parts in this product, please refer all
By utilizing these basic installation steps, you can install the SolidDrive MSK-1
into walls and ceilings for a variety of sound masking applications.
What’s included with the SolidDrive MSK-1 for installation into walls and
ceilings and what is supplied by the installer —
A SolidDrive MSK-1 consists of: One (1) SolidDrive MSK-1 unit with 2 hard wire
leads and one duplex conduit connector. *Additional mounting materials may
need to be ordered with the SolidDrive MSK-1 or supplied by the installer
depending on the application.
For drywall: For in-wall and in-ceiling installation, you will have ordered one (1)
or more SolidDrive MSK-1 and one (1) or more patented acoustic in-wall
mounting brackets (one (1) bracket per MSK-1), which comes with four (4) #8-32
of 12OC, 16OC, or 24OC (ON CENTER of wall studs or ceiling joists) for proper
width. *Installation also requires four (4) 1 3/8'' drywall screws and one (1)
container of 3M®Super 77 Spray Adhesive (supplied by the installer).
EXISTING DRYWALL INSTALLATION NOTE:
necessary to remove a portion of the existing drywall before installation and to
replace the drywall after the SolidDrive MSK-1 is installed. Please refer to the
instructions marked with EXISTING DRYWALL for the steps necessary for the
type of installation. If installing the SolidDrive MSK-1 in new construction, IGNORE
the EXISTING DRYWALL steps.
STEP 1
INSTALLATION INTO EXISTING DRYWALL
rectangular opening in the drywall. The minimum recommended opening size is
help in attaching the mounting bracket, feathering the drywall back in, and getting the
drywall to meet at the seams (Figure 1). This will allow proper distribution of sound and the
SolidDrive MSK-1 will function with optimum performance.
Figure 1
Cut an
opening large
enough to
install the
mounting
bracket to the
wall studs
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STEP 2
Attach the SolidDrive mounting bracket to wall studs or ceiling joists
STEP 3
Insert the SolidDrive into the bracket
STEP 4
Make the electrical connections
STEP 5
Apply adhesive to the drywall surface and base of the SolidDrive
STEP 6
EXISTING DRYWALL
Re-install rectangular cutout in wall
STEP 7
Install the new drywall
Place the mounting bracket between the wall studs or ceiling joists and secure with four 1
screw them into the face of each wall stud or ceiling joist (Figure 2). The drywall screws need
Figure 2
SolidDrive
MSK-1
mounting
bracket
attached to
the wall studs
Feed the SolidDrive MSK-1 cable through the round opening in the face of the mounting
bracket. Insert the SolidDrive MSK-1 through the same opening with the oversized
against the bracket face. Align the pre-drilled holes in the mounting base to the threaded
holes in the bracket face (Figure 3). Attach the SolidDrive MSK-1 securely to the mounting
Figure 3
SolidDrive
MSK-1 being
installed into
the mounting
bracket
If possible, position the drywall panel so that the SolidDrive MSK-1 is at the center of the
panel or as far from the edge of the panel as possible. This will allow proper distribution of
sound and the SolidDrive MSK-1 will function with optimum performance. Prior to
mounting, take measurements of the new drywall panel to determine the exact area that
will come in contact with the base of the SolidDrive MSK-1 and spray that area liberally
with the 3M®Super 77 contact spray adhesive. Also, liberally spray the surface of the
oversized mounting base of the SolidDrive MSK-1 (masking around the base is highly
recommended to prevent overspray).
Make the electrical connection between the SolidDrive MSK-1 and the speaker cable using
the included Eurostyle connector. Be sure to observe proper polarity when connecting the
SolidDrive MSK-1. NOTE: When installed in Canada, this product must be installed in
accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1, Part1.
For re-installing the rectangle drywall panel that was cut out to install the SolidDrive
MSK-1, it is important to create a uniform seal between the cut drywall and the existing
drywall. This will allow proper distribution of sound and the SolidDrive MSK-1 will function
with optimum performance. Apply fast setting joint compound, not vinyl based, in the
space completely with drywall compound then proceed with the normal taping, sanding
Immediately install the new drywall before the spray adhesive sets up (approximately 10
Apply joint compound in the space between the drywall panels and proceed with the
panels will improve the distribution of sound as well as overall sound quality.
Figure 4
By utilizing these basic installation steps, you can install the SolidDrive MSK-1sm on
wood, laminate, composites, and other porous surfaces. The MSK-1sm is commonly used
on desks, conference tables, cabinetry, and other furniture.
INSTALLATION OF SOLIDDRIVE MSK-1sm TO WOOD SURFACES
Figure 1
Mounting the
SolidDrive
MSK-1sm to a
table.
Once you have determined where to mount the SolidDrive MSK-1sm, spray a thin layer of
3M®Super 77 adhesive on the bottom of the SolidDrive, then use the appropriate length
wood screws to attach it securely to the surface. The adhesive improves the sonic
transmission between the drive and the surface. The best mounting location is typically
out of sight on the underside or back of desks, counter tops, conference tables, or other
oversized mounting base will hold screws as large as #9. Refer to Step 4 for electrical
connections.
Some installations may require that pilot holes be drilled into the surface material due to
its hardness, especially if larger, coarse thread screws are used.
For installation on glass surfaces, the SolidDrive MSK-1g comes with a VHB double-sided
adhesive disc.
INSTALLATION OF SOLIDDRIVE MSK-1g TO GLASS SURFACES
The SolidDrive MSK-1g should be mounted in an inconspicuous location of the window.
Simply apply the VHB pad that comes with the drive to the base of the drive (the side
opposite the label). Remove one side of the protective layers from the VHB disc and apply
to the base of the MSK-1g. Then remove the other protective layer and apply to glass
surface with moderate pressure. Refer to Step 4 for electrical connections.
When mounting the SolidDrive on the window, keep it about 4 to 6 inches from the window
frame. The SolidDrive MSK-1g will have maximum output with at least 20 square feet of
window surface space.
Figure 1
Mounting the
SolidDrive
MSK-1g to
glass.
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NOTE: Adhesive is required in addition to the mounting bracket. Failure to apply the
adhesive to both the drywall surface and oversized mounting base will prevent the
system from functioning properly.