Sonance ORIGINAL SERIES User manual

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing Original Series Large Round speakers. When
properly installed, these speakers will give you many years of entertain-
ment pleasure. To get the most out of your new speakers, please read this
manual thoroughly before you begin installation.
Since all of the Original Series Large speakers have the same exact foot-
print and have identical installation requirements, the directions in this
manual apply to each model. This manual covers the following speaker
models: 832Rand 831R.
To achieve the best performance, Sonance recommends that these speak-
ers be installed by a Sonance Authorized Dealer/Installer.
See
Figure 5 for complete information about the FastMount tabs.
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Your Original Series Large Round speakers include the following:
• (2) Original Series Large Round Speakers
• (2) Paintable Grilles
• (2) Plastic paint plugs to protect speakers during painting
• (1) Mounting cutout template (in packaging)
Speaker Placement
The locations of the speakers should be determined by considering the
primary listening location, the primary use for the speakers (distributed
audio, 2-channel or home theater) and aesthetic values. For optimum
results contact your Authorized Sonance Dealer for advice.
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Original Series Large Round speakers have very smooth and predictable
off-axis response, increasing placement options while providing excellent
coverage in distributed audio systems. The following chart shows how far
apart the speakers can be placed while still providing good coverage. The
distances are based on ear heights of 62” (1.5 m) for standing listeners
and 40” (1 m) for seated listeners.
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• Place the left, center and right speakers from 1 to 2 feet (30 -
60 cm) in front of the video screen, anywhere from 6 feet to 10
feet (2 - 3 m) apart, with the center channel speaker as close
to midway between the left and right speakers as possible.
• Place the left & right speakers at least 2 to 3 feet (60 - 90 cm)
away from the side walls.
• The main listening position should be between 4 and 10 feet
(1.2 - 3 m) away from the speakers.
• If necessary, pivot the Sonic Eye (tweeter) and the woofer of
each speaker towards the listening position to maximize the
soundstage.
Use
Figure 1 as a guide.
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6' – 10'
(2 - 3 m)
apart
2' – 6'
(.5 - 2 m)
2'– 3'
(60 - 90 cm)
1'– 2'
(30 - 60 cm)
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Surround Speakers
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Speakers
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Locate the left and right surround speakers on the ceiling between 2 and
6 feet (.6 - 2 m) behind the listening position. The speakers should be
between 6 and 10 feet (2 - 3 m) apart. Since the surround speakers are
usually called-upon to create diffuse effects like the sound of wind or rain,
they can be located close to walls without adversely affecting sound qual-
ity.
• You can create a more diffuse, spacious surround effect by pivoting the
Sonic Eye and the woofer towards a wall or window, away from the lis-
teners.
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Figure 1 as a guide.
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• Left & Right Surround Speakers: Place the left and right surround speak-
ers directly to the sides of the listening position, between 6 feet and 10
feet (2 - 3 m) apart. The speakers can be placed close to the side walls.
• Surround Back Speakers: Place the surround back speakers between
2 and 6 feet (.6 - 2 m) behind the listening position. The surround back
speakers should be closer together than the left and right surround
speakers — between 3 and 6 feet (1 - 2 m) apart. Like the left and right
surround speakers, the surround back speakers can be located close to
walls without adversely affecting sound quality.
• You can create a more diffuse, spacious surround effect by piv-
oting the Sonic Eye and the woofer towards a wall or window,
away from the listeners.
Use
Figure 2 as a guide.
Wire Gauge
Extra resistance in the speaker wire can make speakers sound less
dynamic and reduce definition of the bass frequencies. In extreme cases,
it can even attenuate high frequencies. Also, amplifier power is wasted in
wire with extra resistance, reducing your system’s maximum output level.
To prevent degrading sound quality, the total wire resistance should be
less than 10% of the speaker’s impedance. This means that for an 8-ohm
speaker, the total resistance of the wire should be less than 0.8 ohms.
Refer to the table below to select the proper wire gauge for your system.
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All Sonance speakers are designed to be relatively insensitive to varia-
tions in enclosure volume. To achieve the ultimate performance from your
speakers, a section of the ceiling bay can be partitioned to form a back
box. Building such an enclosure will create a dramatic improvement in
your speakers’ bass performance and power handling.
Ideal back box volume requirements:
Model 832R2.0 ft3 (.055 m3)
Model 831R2.0 ft3 (.055 m3)
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You can reduce sound transmission to adjacent rooms and further
improve speaker performance by inserting a sheet of unfaced fiberglass
insulation over the back of the speaker.
To reduce noise produced by unsupported drywall, install fiberglass
insulation in the ceiling bays adjacent to the speaker location.
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For installations where it isn’t possible to partition the ceiling bay to form
a back box (such as when you’re retrofitting the speakers into an existing
ceiling), you can effectively reduce sound transmission into adjacent
rooms by fitting the speakers with optional Retrofit Enclosures
(part# 92243). This enclosure is designed specifically to be used with
speakers, and will noticeably reduce sound “spillover” from the rears of
the speakers into adjacent rooms and spaces.
Installing the Speakers
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For installations in new construction, Sonance recommends using
a Flex Bracket (part# 92247) to reserve a location for the speaker. The
Flex Bracket has perforated wings that can be positioned at any angle
around the bracket, and is nailed or screwed to the studs. This serves as
a guide for the drywaller so that the speaker hole will be in the desired
location once the drywall is installed.
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1. Determine the location for the speaker (see Speaker Placement
on page 1).
2. Perform an obstruction survey to be certain that there are no
studs, conduit, pipes, heating ducts or air returns that will
interfere with the speaker.
TV
6'– 10'
(2 - 3 m)
apart
3' – 6'
(1 - 2 m)
apart
2' – 6'
(.6 - 2 m)
2'– 3'
(60 - 90 cm)
1'– 2'
(30 - 60 cm)
Surround
Back
Speakers
Left & Right
Surround Speakers
Left, Center
& Right
Speakers
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3. The cutout for all Original Series Large Round speakers is
101
/8” (257mm). There also must be at least 6” (152mm)
depth within the ceiling cavity for the speaker.
4. Position the included cutout template where the speaker is to
be located and pencil an outline on the ceiling.
• If you are unsure about obstructions, drill a small hole in
the center of the outline and insert a coat hanger wire into
the hole to feel-around for possible obstructions.
5. Cut the hole using a drywall saw, and run the speaker wires.
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Sonance Original Series Large speakers feature exclusive FastMount®
tabs and an integral Roto-Lock® mounting system for quick mounting
directly into existing ceilings and walls.
1. Remove the paint plug from the speaker. Connect the speaker wire to
the terminals on the speaker. Double-check that you connected amplifi-
er + to speaker + and amplifier – to speaker –.
2. Make sure all the clamps are in the full clockwise position so that they
are tucked within the mounting hole’s border. Insert the speaker into the
hole in the ceiling. The Roto-Lock® system can accommodate a maxi-
mum ceiling material thickness of 1¼” (32 mm).
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• The FastMount tabs will prevent the speaker from falling out of the
mounting hole, allowing the installer to let go of the speaker to pick-
up tools or other items (see
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3. Tighten the four screws on the front of the speaker baffle. The Roto-Lock
clamps will automatically rotate into position and begin clamping the
speaker (see
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• When you notice resistance on the screws the speaker has
been clamped successfully.
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4. Attach the grille after the speaker has been installed. Insert about half
of the grille into the groove at the edge of the speaker. Gently fit the
remaining half of the grille by working around the speaker, fitting the
grille into the groove as you go.
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Painting The Speakers and Grilles
You can paint the speakers and grilles before installing them, which will
eliminate the “paint scar” if the speaker ever needs to be removed for ser-
vice. You can also paint the speakers after installation, but before the
grilles are attached. All Original Series Large speakers come from the fac-
tory fitted with a plastic “paint plug”. Use the paint plug to protect the
speaker drivers while the flange is being painted along with the wall.
Sonance always suggests painting the grille separately from the speaker.
Before painting, carefully remove the under-grille cloth. It is held in place
with a light tacking glue that makes it easy to remove.
Spray the grilles with thinned paint (5 parts thinner to 1 part paint), being
careful not to plug the holes. Too heavy a coat of paint on the grille will
adversely affect the sound of the speaker.
Once the grilles and flange are painted and dry, replace the under-grille
cloth, remove the paint plug from the speaker flange and install the grille.
Speaker Adjustments
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All Original Series Large speakers have a pivoting woofer assembly and
a pivoting Sonic Eye® (midrange-tweeter assembly). These pivoting dri-
vers allow you to direct sound toward or away from the listening area.
If you’re using the speakers in stereo or as the front L/C/R speakers in a
home theater, pivot the woofer and/or Sonic Eye directly towards the lis-
tening area. This can be especially helpful if the speakers are widely-sep-
arated and the music fails to blend into a central sonic image.
If you’re using the speakers as surround channel speakers in a home the-
ater, you can create a more diffuse, spacious surround effect by aiming
the woofers and/or Sonic Eye towards a wall or window, away from the
listeners.
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Apply pressure on the outer edge of the Sonic Eye support bracket, as
shown below in
Figure 6 . Do not touch or apply pressure to the woofer
cone.
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Apply light pressure to the tweeter ring and the outside edge of the
midrange, as shown in
Figure 6 . Do not apply pressure to the midrange
cone or the tweeter dome.
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The 832Rhas a tweeter level control
switch that lets you boost or cut the
tweeter’s level by 3dB.
Once you have installed the speak-
ers, listen to a variety of music that
you are familiar with. If the music
all
tends to sound too bright or dull, use
the Tweeter Control to compensate.
If some recordings sound dull or
lack presence and some sound
bright and have too much presence,
the speaker is accurately reproduc-
ing differences in the recordings,
and you should leave the control in
the middle (0 dB) position.
Specifications
Model 832R
Tweeter: 1" (25 mm) pivoting silk dome, ferrofluid
cooled
Midrange: 4" (102 mm) pivoting polypropylene cone with
rubber surround
Woofer: 8" (203 mm) pivoting polypropylene cone with
rubber surround
Frequency Response: 38 z – 20k z ±3dB
Impedance: 8 Ohms nominal; 6 Ohms minimum
Power andling: 5 Watts minimum; 125 Watts maximum
Sensitivity: 90dB SPL (2.83V/1 meter)
Adjustments: Tweeter level (±3dB)
Optional Enclosures: Optional retrofit enclosures reduce sound
spillover from rear of speaker into adjacent
spaces.
Grille: Perforated Aluminum
Dimensions (Dia. x D): 119⁄16" (294 mm) x 5 7⁄8" (149 mm)
Cutout Diameter: 101/8" (257 mm)
Shipping Weight: 20 lbs. (9 kg) Pair
Model 831R
Tweeter: ¾" (19 mm) pivoting silk dome, ferrofluid
cooled
Midrange: 4" (102 mm) pivoting polypropylene cone with
rubber surround
Woofer: 8" (203 mm) pivoting polypropylene cone with
rubber surround
Frequency Response: 45 z – 20k z ±3dB
Impedance: 8 ohms nominal; 6 ohms minimum
Power andling: 5 Watts minimum; 100 Watts maximum
Sensitivity: 89dB SPL (2.83V/1 meter)
Adjustments: None
Optional Enclosures: Optional retrofit enclosures reduce sound
spillover from rear of speaker into adjacent
spaces.
Grille: Perforated Aluminum
Dimensions (Dia x D): 119⁄16" (294 mm) x 57⁄8" (149 mm)
Cutout Diameter: 101⁄8" (257 mm)
Shipping Weight: 16 lbs. (7.3 kg) Pair
Technical Assistance and Service
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If your speakers should need repair or service, contact your Sonance
Authorized Dealer for help, or use the following procedure:
1. Prior to calling, note the product’s model number, serial number,
purchase date, and the name and address of the dealer where you
purchased the product.
2. Contact our Technical Assistance Department at the above number(s)
and describe the problem the unit is experiencing. If applicable, they
will issue a Return Authorization Number.
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3. If you’re directed to return the unit to Sonance for repair, pack the unit
in its original shipping carton. If needed, you can obtain replacement
packaging from us for a small charge. Note: it is best if you place the
box into an additional outer “overcarton” before shipment to minimize
a chance of theft in shipment. Please include a copy of the original bill
of sale inside the package.
4. Contact a package delivery company such as United Parcel Service or
Federal Express to arrange prepaid (not collect) shipping. Do not use
the U.S. Postal Service.
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shipping carton.
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212 Avenida Fabricante
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Sonance Dealer/Distributor, will be free from defective workmanship and materials for the life of the Product. Sonance will at its
option and expense either repair the defect or replace the Product with a new or remanufactured Product or a reasonable equivalent.
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warranty.
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Your Product Model and Description: Original Series Large Round Speaker
Additional Limitations and Exclusions from Warranty Coverage: The warranty described above is non-transferable, applies only to
the initial installation of the Product, does not include installation of any repaired or replaced Product, does not include damage to
allied or associated equipment which may result for any reason from use with this Product, and does not include labor or parts caused
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humidity, outdoor installation), or from service or repair which has not been authorized by Sonance.
Obtaining Authorized Service: To qualify for the warranty, you must (1) contact your authorized Sonance Dealer/Installer or call
Sonance Customer Service at [phone] within the warranty period, (2) obtain a return merchandise number (RMA), and (3)
deliver the Product to Sonance shipping prepaid during the warranty period, together with the original sales receipt, invoice or other
satisfactory proof of purchase.
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