Sonance PROFESSIONAL Series User manual

PROFESSIONAL SERIES PENDANT SPEAKERS
PS-P43T | PS-P63T | PS-P83T | PS-P83WT
INSTALLATION MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
2 Box Contents
2 Product Features
3 Amplier Selection
3 Wire Selection (70V/100V and 8 ohm Systems)
3 Speaker Placement
3 Grille Painting
4 Installation
7 PS-P43PT Technical Specications
8 PS-P63T Technical Specications
9 PS-P83T Technical Specications
10 PS-P83WT Technical Specications
11 Certications and Safety Agency
11 Technical Assistance and Service
12 Warranty
PENDANT SPEAKERS
PS-P43T | PS-P63T | PS-P83T | PS-P83WT
PS-P43T
4” 2-Way
PS-P63T
6.5” 2-Way
PS-P83T
8” 2-Way
PS-P83WT
8” Woofer
INTRODUCTION
Sonance Professional Series includes a range of In-
Ceiling, Pendant and Surface Mount speakers that deliver
true full range delity, extremely low distortion, wide
dispersion and a smooth power response. The range
also shares consistent voicing, ensuring seamless sonic
integration when used together throughout a space.
The Pendant speakers utilize a minimalistic design
similar to pendant lighting to blend discretely into the
environment, and take advantage of the same one-
piece grille design as the In-Ceiling speakers to deliver
consistent sight lines when installed in the same space.
The integrated top cover hides the hanging hardware
and wiring connector. Available in 4”, 6.5” and 8” 2-Way
and 8” Woofer in either black or white.
BOX CONTENTS
2-WAY SPEAKERS
(2) PS-P43T, PS-P63T, or PS-P83T
(2) Speaker Grille
(2) Screw-On Top Cover
(2) Hanging Kits Containing:
(4) Stainless Steel Cables with Snap Hooks
(4) Gripple® Hangers
(2) Gripple® Adjustment Tools
(2) Hanging Instructions
WOOFER
(1) PS-P83WT
(1) Speaker Grille
(1) Screw-On Top Cover
(1) Hanging Kit Containing:
(2) Stainless Steel Cables with Snap Hooks
(2) Gripple®Hangers
(1) Gripple®Adjustment Tool
(1) Hanging Instruction
PRODUCT FEATURES
Euroblock Connector
with Loop Through
Screw-On Top Cover
Paintable Shell
(white only)
Hanging Point
High Excursion Woofer
Transformer Tap and
Bypass Selector
Once Piece Paintable
Grille with Magnetic
Retention
Pivoting Chambered
Tweeter (excludes PS-
P83WT)
Tuning Port

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SPEAKER PLACEMENT
Sonance Professional Series speakers possess extremely
smooth and predictable off-axis frequency response. The
chart below shows how far apart the speakers can be
placed in a distributed audio system (see Figure 2). The
calculations are based on +/- 45 degrees of coverage from
the speaker, and listener ear heights of 62” for standing
and 40” for seated.
AMPLIFIER SELECTION
When choosing an amplier the maximum number of
speakers and the output level of each speaker must be
known. The sum of the tap settings should never exceed
80% of the amplier’s rated output. For example, if there
are ve speakers and the taps are set at 15 watts, the load
would be 75 watts (5 x 15 watts = 75 watts). To arrive at
the needed power for this number of speakers, simply
divide the total load by 0.8. In this case, 75 / 0.8 = 93.75
watts. Therefore, a standard 100 watt amp would safely
drive this load. To calculate the amount of usable power
an amp offers, simply multiply the rated output by 0.8,
i.e., 100 watts x 0.8 = 80 watts.
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The most common wire used on commercial 70 volt
systems is 18 gauge, 2 conductor, stranded, and jacketed
without a shield. The wire starts at the amplier location
and is paralleled at each speaker location. Wire length
using 18 gauge is appropriate up to 700ft with a 100 watt
load. If you double the load (sum of your tap settings),
you will reduce the footage by half, to 350ft. Conversely, if
you halve the load, you may double the acceptable wire
length, i.e., a 50 watt load is safe over 1,400ft of 18 gauge.
Stepping up to 16 gauge wire extends the allowable run
length by approximately 35%. For example, a 100 watt
load can go 700ft on 18 gauge; the same load may be
placed on 1,100ft of 16 gauge.
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When using Sonance Professional Series loudspeakers
in an 8 ohm system the total wire resistance should be
less than 10% of the speaker impedance. The speakers
are nominally 8 ohms impedance, so your total wire
resistance should be no more than 8 ohms. In simple
terms, the extra resistance from the wire will have a
very negative affect on the sound quality of the speaker.
The sound can be less dynamic, denition of bass
frequencies can be reduced, and in extreme cases, the
high frequencies can be attenuated. Amplier power is
also wasted in the wire, reducing the maximum output
level of the system. Please refer to the following chart
when deciding on the appropriate wire gauge for your
installation (see Figure 1).
Figure 1: Wire Resistance
Figure 2: Speaker Spacing
WIRE RESISTANCE IN OHMS VS. LENGTH OF CABLE RUN
20 Gauge
50’ 100’ 150’ 200’ 250’ 300’
0.86 1.73 2.59 3.45 4.32 5.18
0.65 1.30 1.94 2.59 3.24 3.89
0.43 0.85 1.28 1.71 2.14 2.56
0.27 0.54 0.81 1.08 1.35 1.62
0.17 0.34 0.51 0.68 0.85 1.02
Distance in Feet
18 Gauge
16 Gauge
14 Gauge
12 Gauge
SPEAKER
SPACING
COVERAGE
AREA
COVERAGE
AREA
Speaker Spacing in Feet for a Distributed Audio System
8-Foot Ceiling 5.7’ (1.7m) Apart
9.7’ (3.0m) Apart
13.7’ (4.2m) Apart
17.7’ (5.4m) Apart
9.5’ (2.9m) Apart
13.5’ (4.1m) Apart
17.5’ (5.3m) Apart
21.5’ (6.6m) Apart
Standing Listener Seated Listener
10-Foot Ceiling
12-Foot Ceiling
14-Foot Ceiling
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1. Prime the grille with a metal primer/bonder in
a spray can. Carefully follow the manufacturer’s
directions on the can.
2. We recommend using water-based latex paint on the
grilles. Thin the paint with a proper thinning agent to
a ratio of 1:1 paint-to-thinner, and strain it through a
standard mesh strainer to remove any lumps.
3. Use a small touch-up gun or cap-spray gun with a #3
tip for painting.
• Set the nozzle with a medium to wide fan
• Set the pressure regulator to 60psi
• Lightly spray the front of the grille in three quick
strokes from approximately 10” away
• Let the paint set for one minute, then turn the grille
90º and lightly spray the grille again in three quick
strokes. Repeat this step until all four sides of the
grille have been evenly painted.
4. While the paint is still wet, inspect the grille and
make sure that excess paint has not collected
underneath the grille frame, and that none of the
grille perforations are lled with paint. If any are,
use compressed air to blow the paint out of the
perforations. IMPORTANT: If you nd any grille
perforations that are plugged with paint after the
paint has dried, use a straight pin or sewing needle to
carefully remove the paint.

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Sonance Professional Series Pendant speakers feature
a tough polypropylene enclosure that can be painted.
Sonance recommends using a weather-resistant outdoor
paint and a spray gun.
1. If they have already been installed, remove the grilles
from the speakers.
2. To protect the speaker driver units during painting,
place the grilles on a piece of cardboard and trace
around their outlines. Then cut the cardboard just
inside of the trace line and t these “paint plugs” into
the speakers’ bafes. Be careful not to damage the
driver components while tting the paint plugs.
3. Paint the speakers the desired color according to the
paint manufacturer’s instructions. Remove the paint
plugs after the paint has thoroughly dried.
CARRYING CAPACITY OF GRIPPLE
FASTENERS
Pendant speakers are supplied with Gripple hangers
and suspension hardware that exceeds the required
weight requirements (see Figure 3 and separate hanging
hardware instruction sheet).
GRIPPLE FASTENERS CARRYING CAPACITY
PS-P43T
kg
3.01
5.48
8.50
lb
6.64
12.08
18.74
MODEL
PS-P63T
PS-P83T | PS-P83WT
5. Once the paint has thoroughly dried, replace the
scrim cloth on the back of the grille and mount the
grille on the speaker.
Figure 3: Gripple Fasteners Carrying Capacity
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GRIPPLE SUSPENSION SYSTEM
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persons using safe rigging standards. Use equipment
only in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not alter or modify. Do not use equipment if
the equipment is not functioning correctly or if the
equipment is defective.
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Thread Gripple onto cable.
Pass over ceiling anchor
point or through other
secure anchor point of the
building structure. Installer
is responsible for ensuring
that anchor point is secure to
building structure.
STEP 2
Thread cable through top
cover of speaker.
STEP 3
Pass tail end of cable
through the other channel
of the Gripple.
STEP 4
With speaker supported,
snap main support hook
hanger onto the center
hole in the top bracket
of the speaker. Adjust to
proper height by pulling
cable through either end of
Gripple.
STEP 5
Snap secondary support
safety cable hook hanger
onto one of the side holes
in the top bracket of the
speaker, and attach the
top to a different ceiling
support point of the
building structure, per
Steps 1 and 2.
STEP 6
After height adjustment is
nal, trim any extra cable
tail wires with trimmer
suitable for 2mm (0.077”)
diameter stranded aircraft-
type cable. Screw back on
top cover of speaker after
speaker wire is connected.

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Make sure the weight of
the load is supported.
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Insert key into small
hole at bottom of
Gripple. Push in 0.25”
(6.35mm) to release
the cable.
STEP 9
Adjust height.
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Remove key and re-
secure the load.
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Connect the wires from
your amplier to the
Euroblock connector.
+_
IN OUT
+_
Parallel
Connection
To Next
Speaker
From Power
Amplifier
Loop Thru
Connection
To Next
Speaker
From Power
Amplifier
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Feed speaker wire through
the hole in the top of
the Screw-On Top Cover.
Determine length of wire
needed to the connector.
Add 12” (305mm) extra for
strain relief.
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Strip approximately .1875”
(5mm) of the insulation off
each wire. Add the rubber
guard onto the wire. Insert
the wire into the correct
square opening on the
connector. Use a small
at head screwdriver to
tighten the corresponding
screw to secure the wire.
Pin 1 + Positive In
Pin 2 - Negative In
Pin 3 + Positive Out
Pin 4 - Negative Out
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When using multiple speakers you can connect the
speakers either in parallel or in the loop through method
as shown below (see Figure 4 and 5).
Figure 4: Parallel Connection
Parallel
Connection
To Next
Speaker
From Power
Amplifier
Loop Thru
Connection
To Next
Speaker
From Power
Amplifier
Figure 5: Loop Through Connection
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of extra length to act as a strain relief to prevent the
Euroblock connector from becoming disconnected.

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Determine the proper
wattage setting for each
speaker in the installation
and set each speaker’s
transformer tap selector
on the front of the speaker
accordingly.
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Lay the extra wire slack in
a coiled circle on the top
of the speaker enclosure.
Secure the top cover onto
the speaker, covering the
coiled wire. The extra wire
will act as a strain relief.
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Fit the grille onto the
speaker.

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Frequency Range (-10dB)
Frequency Range (-3dB)
Power Capacity
Nominal Sensitivity
Nominal Coverage Angle
Directivity Factor (Q)
Directivity (DI)
Rated Maximum SPL
Rated Impedance
Transformer Taps
Crossover Point
Overall Dimension
Net Weight
Shipping Weight
Unit of Measure
Color
Grille
LF Driver
HF Driver
Input Connectors
Safety Agency
Suspension Points
57Hz – 25kHz
75Hz – 20kHz
60 Watts Continuous Program Power
30 Watts Continuous Pink Noise
87dB
120 degrees conical coverage
7.6
8.1dB
105dB @ 1 meter (3.3 feet) average, 110dB peak
8 ohms nominal, 6 ohms minimum
70V: 30W, 15W, 7.5W and 3.8W
100V: 30W, 15W and 7.5W
3000Hz
6.3” Diameter x 11” Depth (160mm x 280mm)
6.45 lbs (2.93kg) each
18.92 lbs (8.58kg) pair
Pair
Black or White
Bezel-less magnetically retained grille
4” (100mm) Polypropylene Cone, Butyl Rubber Surround
1” (25mm) Cloth Dome, Pivoting, Ferrouid cooled
Four pin, Euroblock with loop output connections
UL 1480, UL 2239, NFPA 70
5 Points, top mounted
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
• Replacement Round Grille White (pair) | 40152
• Replacement Round Grille Black (pair) | 40155
• Replacement Hanging Hardware Kit | 40176
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
• Euroblock Connector x 2
• 16.4’ (5m) Stainless Steel Cable with Snap Hook x 4
• Gripple®Hanger x 4
• Gripple®Adjustment Tool x 2
• Weather Boot x 2
• Grille x 2

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Frequency Range (-10dB)
Frequency Range (-3dB)
Power Capacity
Nominal Sensitivity
Nominal Coverage Angle
Directivity Factor (Q)
Directivity (DI)
Rated Maximum SPL
Rated Impedance
Transformer Taps
Crossover Point
Overall Dimension
Net Weight
Shipping Weight
Unit of Measure
Color
Grille
LF Driver
HF Driver
Input Connectors
Safety Agency
Suspension Points
49Hz – 25kHz
65Hz – 20kHz
120 Watts Continuous Program Power
60 Watts Continuous Pink Noise
88dB
120 degrees conical coverage
6.5
7.9dB
108dB @ 1 meter (3.3 feet) average, 116dB peak
8 ohms nominal, 6 ohms minimum
70V: 60W, 30W, 15W and 7.5W
100V: 60W, 30W and 15W
2750Hz
9.13” Diameter x 15.6” Depth (232mm x 396mm)
11.63 lbs (5.28kg) each
33.38 lbs (15.14kg) pair
Pair
Black or White
Bezel-less magnetically retained grille
6.5” (165mm) Polypropylene Cone, Butyl Rubber Surround
1” (25mm) Cloth Dome, Pivoting, Ferrouid cooled
Four pin, Euroblock with loop output connections
UL 1480, UL 2239, NFPA 70
5 Points, top mounted
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
• Replacement Round Grille White (pair) | 40153
• Replacement Round Grille Black (pair) | 40156
• Replacement Hanging Hardware Kit | 40176
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
• Euroblock Connector x 2
• 16.4’ (5m) Stainless Steel Cable with Snap Hook x 4
• Gripple®Hanger x 4
• Gripple®Adjustment Tool x 2
• Weather Boot x 2
• Grille x 2

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41Hz – 25kHz
55Hz – 20kHz
160 Watts Continuous Program Power
80 Watts Continuous Pink Noise
90dB
120 degrees conical coverage
7.6
8.1dB
110dB @ 1 meter (3.3 feet) average, 116dB peak
8 ohms nominal, 6 ohms minimum
70V: 60W, 30W, 15W and 7.5W
100V: 60W, 30W and 15W
2750Hz
11.06” Diameter x 19.7” Depth (281mm x 500mm)
16.26 lbs (7.38kg) each
46.97 lbs (21.31kg) pair
Pair
Black or White
Bezel-less magnetically retained grille
8” (203mm) Polypropylene Cone, Butyl Rubber Surround
1” (25mm) Cloth Dome, Pivoting, Ferrouid cooled
Four pin, Euroblock with loop output connections
UL 1480, UL 2239, NFPA 70
5 Points, top mounted
Frequency Range (-10dB)
Frequency Range (-3dB)
Power Capacity
Nominal Sensitivity
Nominal Coverage Angle
Directivity Factor (Q)
Directivity (DI)
Rated Maximum SPL
Rated Impedance
Transformer Taps
Crossover Point
Overall Dimension
Net Weight
Shipping Weight
Unit of Measure
Color
Grille
LF Driver
HF Driver
Input Connectors
Safety Agency
Suspension Points
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
• Replacement Round Grille White (pair) | 40154
• Replacement Round Grille Black (pair) | 40157
• Replacement Hanging Hardware Kit | 40176
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
• Euroblock Connector x 2
• 16.4’ (5m) Stainless Steel Cable with Snap Hook x 4
• Gripple®Hanger x 4
• Gripple®Adjustment Tool x 2
• Weather Boot x 2
• Grille x 2

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32Hz – 300kHz
50Hz – 150kHz
200 Watts Continuous Program Power
125 Watts Continuous Pink Noise
89dB
180 degrees conical coverage
N/A
N/A
110dB @ 1 meter (3.3 feet) average, 116dB peak
8 ohms nominal, 6 ohms minimum
70V: 120W, 60W, 30W and 15W
100V: 120W, 60W and 30W
150Hz
11.06” Diameter x 19.7” Depth (281mm x 500mm)
17.71 lbs (8.03kg) each
22.97 lbs (10.42kg) pair
Pair
Black or White
Bezel-less magnetically retained grille
8” (203mm) Polypropylene Cone, Butyl Rubber Surround
N/A
Four pin, Euroblock with loop output connections
UL 1480, UL 2239, NFPA 70
5 Points, top mounted
Frequency Range (-10dB)
Frequency Range (-3dB)
Power Capacity
Nominal Sensitivity
Nominal Coverage Angle
Directivity Factor (Q)
Directivity (DI)
Rated Maximum SPL
Rated Impedance
Transformer Taps
Crossover Point
Overall Dimension
Net Weight
Shipping Weight
Unit of Measure
Color
Grille
LF Driver
HF Driver
Input Connectors
Safety Agency
Suspension Points
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
• Replacement Round Grille White (pair) | 40154
• Replacement Round Grille Black (pair) | 40157
• Replacement Hanging Hardware Kit | 40176
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
• Euroblock Connector x 2
• 16.4’ (5m) Stainless Steel Cable with Snap Hook x 4
• Gripple®Hanger x 4
• Gripple®Adjustment Tool x 2
• Weather Boot x 2
• Grille x 2

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CERTIFICATIONS
SAFETY AGENCY COMPLIANCE
Sonance Professional Series Pendant loudspeakers
models PS-P43T, PS-P63T, PS-P83T and PS-P83WT meet
the following standards:
UL 1480: Listed Standard for safety for speakers for re
alarm, emergency, commercial, and professional use.
UL 2239: Standard for safety hardware for the support of
conduit, tubing, and cable.
NFPA 70: 2002 National Electrical Code
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The Technical Assistance Department at Sonance is
available at [phone] to answer any questions
concerning the operation and installation of your
speakers between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM
Pacic time, Monday through Friday, except holidays.
In the event your unit should need repair or service, you
may return the unit to your authorized dealer or use the
following guidelines:
PLEASE KEEP ORIGINAL PACKAGING WHEN POSSIBLE.
1. Be prepared to state the model number and / or
serial number, date of purchase, and dealer name
and address when calling.
2. Contact Sonance directly at [phone] or at
www.sonance.com
YOU MUST HAVE PRIOR AUTHORIZATION TO RETURN
YOUR UNIT.
3. If you are returning the product directly to Sonance,
call us to obtain a return authorization number
before shipping.
4. Ship the product via United Parcel Service, Federal
Express, or other package delivery service. Please do
not use the U.S. Postal Service.
5. Write the return authorization number on the
outside of the box.
6. Ship to:
Attn: Quality Assurance Department
Sonance
991 Calle Amanecer
San Clemente, CA 92673

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LIMITED WARRANTY
Sonance warrants this product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and
conditions, for a period of ve (5) years from the date of original purchase as shown on the invoice.
The foregoing exclusive warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may have other rights, which vary from state to state. This warranty
applies exclusively to the original purchaser.
The exclusive warranty does not apply and is ineffective if:
1. The invoice fails to establish that the product was purchased from an authorized Sonance dealer or distributor;
2. The product was subjected to misuse, neglect, accident, or improper installation.
(Damage to the product was caused by accident, abuse, or misuse);
3. The product was modied, altered, or repaired by unauthorized personnel; or
4. The unit was not used as described in the installation and operating instructions.
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Sonance agrees, at its option during the ve (5) year warranty period, to repair any defect in material or workmanship or to furnish an equal
product in exchange without charge to the purchaser, subject to verication of the defect and proof of the date of purchase.
EXCLUSIONS
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WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED.
No one is authorized to make or modify any warranties on behalf of Sonance. The warranty stated above is the sole and exclusive remedy
and Sonance’s performance shall constitute full and nal satisfaction of all obligations, liabilities and claims with respect to the Product.

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This warranty statement gives you specic legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not
allow the exclusion of implied warranties or limitations of remedies, so the above exclusions and limitations may not apply. If your state
does not allow disclaimer of implied warranties, the duration of such implied warranties is limited to period of Sonance’s express warranty.
WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS AND DAMAGE LIMITATIONS
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 by accident,
disaster, negligence, improper installation, misuse (e.g. overdriving the amplier or speaker, excessive heat or cold or 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 contact your authorized Sonance Dealer/Installer or call Sonance Customer Service at [phone] within the warranty period,
must obtain a return merchandise number (RMA), and must deliver the Product to Sonance shipping prepaid during the warranty period,
together with the original sales receipt, or invoice or other satisfactory proof of purchase.
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