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Page 1 ST2432D Series960.066 Rev # 1

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

ST2432D Series SpeakerTile®

and Accessories

DIMENSIONSAll dimensions are in inches (mm)

PRODUCT WEIGHTST2432D Series: 9.8 lbs. (4.45 kg.)

RECOMMENDED MOUNTING LOCATIONSSound Advance products provide outstanding performance and economic advantages when installed in environments with an ambient noise level at or below 75dBA, where the speakers can be placed between 8 and 18 feet above the fl oor, and which are large enough to accommodate at least 4 or more conventional loudspeak-ers. When system design requirements indicate speaker to speaker distances of greater than 40.0 ft., please contact the factory for additional technical information on such applications.

Sound Advance recommends mounting the ST2432D in 9/16” and 15/16” T-Bar Suspended Ceiling Systems

IMPORTANT NOTE: The ST2432D-series SpeakerTile is designed to be installed in standard 2’ x 2’ suspended ceiling systems. It is suitable

for 9/16” and 15/16” ceiling grids, fl ush (lay-in) or non-flush (tegular) mounting. However, if the loudspeaker is to be installed on a tegular (non-fl ush) mounting 15/16” ceiling grid, in order to drop below the ceiling grid the front surface of the diaphragm must be factory-routed.

Sound Advance will make every effort to match the SpeakerTile to the customer’s ceiling tiles. However, our standard tegular routing is a 90 degree angle cut. We may not be able to match beveled, chamfered or angled tegular tiles.

FACTORY-PROVIDED FINISHThe Sound Advance ST2432D-Series SpeakerTiles are designed to be easily mounted into T-Bar suspended ceiling systems, completely replacing a standard 2’ x 2’ ceiling tile.

A variety of 3-dimensional and textured patterns are available, providing a match to most suspended ceiling tile patterns.

The ST2432D can optionally be covered with any water-soluble fi nish, such as latex paint, or be covered with light wallpaper, fabrics and selected texture coats*, further enhancing the SpeakerTile’s ability to blend invisibly with almost any interior design choice.

[* Please contact the factory before applying any textured coating, light wallpaper or fabrics to Sound Advance products]

AVAILABLE MODELSST2432D: 70.7V/8-ohm, Dual-Driver SpeakerTile

ST2432D#: Same as ST2432D, with factory-applied 3-dimensional or textured pattern

MODEL: ST2432D Series

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES: Tegular Brackets

RECOMMENDED PBB2.0 Backbox

ACCESSORIES: Safety Strap

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RECOMMENDED ENVIRONMENTSIndoor or Weather Protected Outdoor

ACCESSORIES DATA

SOUND ADVANCE offers a backbox to allow code installation requirements to be met:PBB2.0 — 2.0 cu. ft. backboxDimensions: See below. All dimensions are in inches (mm).

Weight: 4.8 lbs. (2.17 kg)

NOTE: The use of backboxes may be required by local or national building codes.

INSTALLATION

UNPACKING AND INSPECTIONCarefully open the shipping cartons and remove all contents. Inspect the SpeakerTile and accessories for dam-age. Report damage or shortages to Sound Advance.

Figure 1 indicates all items required for installation if the PBB2.0 backbox is NOT being used. See Figure 8 for details on the backbox.

CAUTION: SOUND ADVANCE loudspeakers utilize a fl at polystyrene material as the sound radiating surface. Although it is resistant to mechanical damage and is unaffected by environmental extremes, care should be observed during handling, to avoid punctures or other damage.

INSTALLATION PREPARATIONDetermine the type of ceiling grid system (9/16” or 15/16”) and mounting application (fl ush or Tegular). See Figure 2.

9/16” AND 15/16” CEILING GRIDS: FLUSH-MOUNT INSTALLATION WITHOUT BACKBOX

1. If not previously done, run speaker wires or conduit (as per local Building Code requirements) into the se-lected mounting location. Fasten and seal as required. Connect the speaker wires to the correct (+) and (–) SpeakerTile terminals and select the appropriate power tap. Insure that all connections and wiring runs are in compliance with required codes and regulations.

IMPORTANT: To avoid any noise or damage to the system when in operation be sure speaker wires or other objects are not in contact with the back of the SpeakerTile surface. To avoid damage to the front sur face dur ing mount ing do not remove the protective cardboard cover from the Speaker Tile until it has been fully positioned into the ceiling.

Figure 1

TegularBrackets

Flush Tegular

15/16” Grid 15/16” Grid

9/16” Grid 9/16” Grid

Figure 2


2. If the ceiling grid is a 15/16” T-Bar, remove the Tegular Brackets from the SpeakerTile (see Figure 1).

3. Hold the SpeakerTile with the fl at/front surface facing down and insert it obliquely through the ceiling grid until it passes entirely through. Remove protective cardboard. See Figure 3.

4. Maneuver the SpeakerTile until it is aligned and centered to the grid. The SpeakerTile will rest by the four Tegular Brackets (attached to the frame sides) on a 9/16” ceiling grid and will rest by the Diaphragm on a 15/16” ceiling grid. See Figure 4.

9/16” CEILING GRID: TEGULAR MOUNT INSTALLATION WITHOUT BACKBOX1. Adjust the four tegular brackets (attached to the

SpeakerTile frame, see Figure 1) to the desired height by loosening the screws and moving them up or down, or by rotating the brackets 180 degrees and then moving up or down, depending on the height required. See Figure 5.

2. Once the tegular brackets have been adjusted, make sure they are straight (perpendicular) and then fasten them properly to avoid further movement. If not previously done, run speaker wires or conduit (as per local Building Code requirements) into the selected mounting location. Fasten and seal as required.

Connect the speaker wires to the correct (+) and (–) SpeakerTile terminals and select the required power tap.


3. Hold the SpeakerTile with the front surface (fl at) facing down and insert it obliquely through the ceiling grid until is passes entirely through. Remove protective cardboard. See Figure 3.

4. Maneuver the SpeakerTile until it is aligned and centered to the grid. When properly installed, the tegular brackets (attached to the frame of the SpeakerTile) will rest on the ceiling grid system. See Figure 6.

Figure 3

15/16” Grid 9/16” GridFigure 4

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5/16” [8.0] 180° Rotated1/8” [3.0] 180° Rotated

Figure 5

TegularBracket

SpeakerFrame

9/16” Grid SpeakerDiaphragm

Figure 6


15/16” CEILING GRID: TEGULAR MOUNT INSTALLATION WITHOUT BACKBOX

PLEASE NOTE: This mounting method requires the diaphragm front surface to be factory-routed in order to drop below the ceiling grid. If the supplied SpeakerTiles have not been routed, this installation method cannot be used.

1. Remove the four tegular brackets attached to the sides of the SpeakerTile frame. See Figure 1 on page 2.

2. If not previously done, run speaker wires or conduit (as per local Building Code requirements) into the selected mounting location. Fasten and seal as required. Connect the speaker wires to the correct (+) and (– ) SpeakerTile terminals and select the required power tap. Insure that all connections and wiring runs are in compliance with required codes and regulations.


3. Hold the SpeakerTile with the front surface (fl at) facing down and insert it obliquely through the ceiling grid until is passes entirely through. Remove protective cardboard. See Figure 3.

4. Maneuver the SpeakerTile until it is aligned and centered to the ceiling grid. The SpeakerTile diaphragm will rest on the ceiling grid system. See Figure 7.

9/16” AND 15/16” CEILING GRIDS: FLUSH OR TEGULAR MOUNT INSTALLATION WITH BACKBOXNOTE: Before attempting to install the SpeakerTile you must fi rst assemble the backbox according to the following instructions:

UNPACKING AND INSPECTIONCarefully open the shipping cartons and remove all contents. Inspect for damage. Report damage or shortages to Sound Advance.

Figure 8 indicates all items required for assembly of the PBB2.0 backbox.

ASSEMBLING THE BACKBOX1. Lay the four panels down on your work surface with the

bends facing up. Peel the covers from the adhesive squares on each panel.

2. Set up the four corners as shown in Figure 9 by aligning the straight end of one with the bent end of the other panel at a 45o angle. Open the panels to form a 90o

angle and insure that the adhesive tape bonds the ends of the panels together.

3. Fasten the two panels together using one of the long sheet metal screws on the upper part of the panel as

15/16” Grid

SpeakerFrame

SpeakerDiaphragm

Figure 7

Box Panel (4)

LongScrew (8)

ShortScrew (1)

Latch (1)

Rivet (1)

Spacer (4)

Hinge (1)

Spring-LoadedHinge (1)

Figure 8

Figure 9


shown in Figure 10. Repeat Steps 1 – 3 for all four sides.

4. Determine the type of ceiling grid system (9/16” or 15/16”) and mounting application (fl ush or Tegular). See Figure 11.

5. IMPORTANT: This step is only necessary for 9/16” ceiling grid systems (both flush and Tegular mounting). If your ceiling is a 15/16” grid, skip to Step 6.

If a TEGULAR mount is required insert the short sheet metal screw into the lower hole located on the center of the panel, as shown in Figure 12. For FLUSH mount insert the screw on the upper hole.

6. Bend two of the tabs located on the back edge of the backbox inward on opposite sides. These will prop-erly support the ceiling tile, which will be used as the back panel of the backbox.

7. Remove the ceiling tile from the T-Bar grid where the backbox and SpeakerTile are to be installed.

8. Insert the backbox through the T-Bar grid as shown in Figure 13.

9. Lay the backbox (felt side down) in the grid, being sure that all 4 sides rest on the grid system, as shown in Figure 14 on page 6.

NOTE: If additional support is required, hanger attachment points are located at all four corners of the backbox. It is recommended that you use these as a matter of practice. It insures a secure installation and is a good safety practice. Insure that the chosen

Figure 10

Flush Tegular

15/16” Grid 15/16” Grid

9/16” Grid 9/16” Grid

Figure 11

For Tegular

For Flush

Figure 12

Figure 13


attachment points are to a non-moveable, secure, portion of the ceiling structure.

10. If not previously done, run speaker wires or conduit (as per local Building Code requirements) into the selected mounting location. Fasten and seal as required.

11. IMPORTANT: Step 11 is only for 9/16” T-Bar grid systems (both fl ush and Tegular mounting). If your ceiling is a 15/16” grid, skip to page 8.

Complete the backbox installation by diagonally inserting the removed ceiling tile back into the ceiling through the open backbox. Lay the ceiling tile on the ledge and tabs at the rear of the backbox. Accessing from adjoining openings, secure the tile with bailing wire or #6d nails, as shown in Figure 15.

9/16” CEILING GRID SYSTEM: FLUSH OR TEGULAR MOUNT INSTALLATION WITH BACKBOX

CAUTION: Use of a safety strap to secure ST2432D SpeakerTile systems to backboxes or appropriate ceiling structure elements which are sufficiently strong and well-attached during installation is strongly recommended. It prevents the SpeakerTile from falling should a problem occur. The strap must

be attached to a non-moveable, secure, portion of the ceiling structure to function properly.

1. Place the SpeakerTile on a clean work area with the fl at surface facing down. Remove all four Tegular Brackets located on the center of each side of the frame (see Figure 1 on page 2).

2. Locate the pre drilled holes inside the speaker frame groove for mounting the two hinges (see Figure 8), and position the SpeakerTile so that the holes are on the upper side.

3. Using the provided long sheet metal screws, secure the spring-loaded hinge to the holes on the right side of the speaker frame, as shown in Figure 16. Be sure that the screws are properly tightened.

IMPORTANT NOTE: if a tegular mount is required, install the provided spacers under both spring loaded and fi xed hinges, as shown in Figure 16.

4. Using the provided long sheet metal screws, secure the non spring-loaded hinge on the left side of the SpeakerTile frame opposite to the spring-loaded hinge. Be sure that the screws are properly tightened.

5. Locate the latch and expanding rivet (supplied). Insert the rivet in the Latch and then into the center hole located on the SpeakerTile frame, as shown in Figure 17. Secure by tapping the center pin to set the rivet.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The latch must be opposite to the hinges mounted in the previous steps for the SpeakerTile to mount properly. Do not set the rivet until you confi rm that the hinges and latch are installed properly.

6. Being sure that the latch faces the screw previously mounted on the backbox in Step 5 on page 5, install the SpeakerTile into the backbox by FIRST inserting

Figure 14

Figure 15

Use spacers only withTegular mounting

Long Screws

Spring-LoadedHinge

SpeakerTileFrame

Figure 16


the fi xed hinge into the slot provided on the side of the backbox as shown in Figure 18, and THEN inserting the spring-loaded hinge in the opposite slot on the backbox, as shown in Figure 19.

NOTE: Once both hinges are inserted, the SpeakerTile will swing like a trap door.

7. If not previously done, run speaker wires or conduit (as per local Building Code requirements) into the selected mounting location. Fasten and seal as required. Connect the speaker wires to the correct (+) and (–) SpeakerTile terminals and select the required power tap. Insure that all connections and wiring runs are in compliance with required codes and regulations.

IMPORTANT: To avoid any noise or damage to the system when in operation, be sure speaker wires or other objects are not in contact with the back of the SpeakerTile surface.

8. Remove the protective cardboard from the front of the SpeakerTile. Move the latch to the open position, swing the SpeakerTile into the backbox and close the latch, making sure the SpeakerTile is secured. See Figure 20.

15/16” CEILING GRID: FLUSH OR TEGULAR MOUNT INSTALLATION WITH BACKBOXNOTE: The 15/16” tegular mount arrangement requires the diaphragm front surface to be factory-routed in order to drop below the ceiling grid.

1. Place the ST2432D SpeakerTile on a clean work area with the fl at surface facing down. Remove all four Tegu-lar Brackets (see Figure 1 on page 2).

2. If not previously done, run speaker wires or conduit (as per local Building Code requirements) into the se-lected mounting location. Fasten and seal as required. Connect the speaker wires to the correct (+) and (–) SpeakerTile terminals and select the required power tap. Insure that all connections and wiring runs are in compliance with required codes and regulations.

Figure 17

Figure 18

Figure 19

Figure 20


IMPORTANT: To avoid any noise or damage to the system when in operation, be sure speaker wires or other objects are not in contact with the back of the SpeakerTile surface.

3. Remove the protective cardboard from the front of the SpeakerTile.

4. Hold the SpeakerTile with the fl at front surface facing down and carefully insert it obliquely through the ceiling grid until is passes entirely through, as shown in Figure 21.

5. Maneuver the SpeakerTile until it is aligned and centered to the grid. As shown in Figure 22, the SpeakerTile will rest on the ceiling grid by its diaphragm.

6. Complete the Backbox installation by diagonally inserting the removed ceiling tile back into the ceiling through an adjacent opening. Lay the ceiling tile on the ledge and tabs at the rear of the backbox. Accessing from adjoining openings, secure the tile with bailing wire or #6d nails, as shown in Figure 23.

If a situation should arise which cannot be resolved through the information contained in these installation instructions, please contact Sound Advance, Customer Support Services at (800) 592-4644, Monday-Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM Pacifi c Time.

Figure 21

Figure 22

Figure 23

Sound Advance212 Avenida Fabricante, San Clemente, CA 92672-6353 USA(800) 592-4644 FAX (800) 538-5151

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