SOLIDDRIVE SD1 Installation & Use Manual

SolidDrive SD1 Specifications
Type
Impedance
Frequency Response (Hz)
Recommended Amplifier Power
Dimensions
Weight
UL Listing
NOTE: When installed in Canada, this product must be installed in accordance
with the Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1, Part1.
SolidDrive SD1 In-Wall and
In-Ceiling Mounting Bracket Specifications
Type
Patented balanced cantilever spring bracket
Construction Heavy duty, galvanized steel
Dimensions
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
Weight 1.0 lb / .45 kg

WARRANTY

SolidDrives, SolidDrive subwoofers, and A4 amplifiers are guaranteed for 7 years
from date of purchase. Any misuses or modifications to this equipment in any way will
void the warranty.

WARNING

Read instructions prior to operating. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do 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
servicing to qualified personnel.
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Full Range Transducer
8 Ohm
70 Hz to 15 kHz
10 – 100 Watts
2.28'' Diameter x 2.08'' Height
Mounting Plate 3.5'' Diameter
1.2 lb / .54 kg
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INSTALLATION & USE GUIDE
for SolidDrive SD1 into walls and ceilings
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INSTALLATION OF SOLIDDRIVE SD1 INTO WALLS
AND CEILINGS
By utilizing these basic installation steps, you can install the
SolidDrive SD1 into walls and ceilings to create sound for
boardrooms, home theater, and distributed audio.

GETTING STARTED WITH SOLIDDRIVE

What's included with the SolidDrive SD1 for installation
into walls and ceilings and what is supplied by the
installer —
A SolidDrive SD1 consists of: One (1) SolidDrive SD1 unit
and attached wiring harness with Eurostyle connector.
*Additional mounting materials may need to be ordered with
the SolidDrive SD1 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 SD1s and one (1)
or more patented acoustic in-wall mounting brackets (one (1)
bracket per SD1), which comes with four (4) #8-32 x 5/16''
Phillips flat head machine screws for mounting the drive to the
bracket. At the time of the order, you will also have specified
mounting bracket(s) in widths 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
by the installer).

EXISTING DRYWALL INSTALLATION NOTE:

For retrofitting the SolidDrive SD1 into existing drywall
installations, it will be necessary to remove a portion of the
existing drywall before installation and to replace the drywall
after the SolidDrive SD1 is installed. Please refer to the
instructions marked with EXISTING DRYWALL for the steps
necessary for the type of installation. If installing the
SolidDrive SD1 in new construction, IGNORE the EXISTING
DRYWALL steps.
SolidDrive
® Super 77 Spray Adhesive (supplied