Biamp Desono DX-S5-UB Installation & Operation Manual

Biamp Desono DX-S5-UB Installation & Operation Manual

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Desono™
DX Surface Mount Loudspeakers
Installation & Operation Guide
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The Desono™ DX product family
includes two two-way full-range surface-
mount
loudspeaker
deliver excellent musicality and high
intelligibility with deep extended bass
response and wide, conical coverage
patterns.
The loudspeakers are designed to
be used in both indoor and outdoor
environments
and
share
modern
aesthetic
loudspeakers can be mounted with our
innovative ClickMount™ pan-tilt system
than provides indexed aiming control or
with a U-Bracket for low profile mounting
to a structure.
A:
CONTENTS
• Loudspeaker (DX-S5 or DX-S8)
• Mounting bracket
designs.
They
• Documentation: Drilling template QR
attractive
styling.
The
9300 S.W. Gemini Drive Beaverton, OR 97008 USA
Models
DX-S5
DX-S8
DX-S5-UB
DX-S8-UB
(All models available in
white and black)
ClickMount pan-tilt bracket with
cover plate (DX-S5/DX-S8 models)
OR
U-Bracket with ClickPlug
(DX-S5-UB, DX-S8-UB models)
to access on-line install; safety guide
ClickMount pan-tilt bracket
Loudspeaker
U-bracket with ClickPlug
and hardware
W:
www.biamp.com

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  • Page 1 ClickMount™ pan-tilt system than provides indexed aiming control or with a U-Bracket for low profile mounting to a structure. ClickMount pan-tilt bracket U-bracket with ClickPlug and hardware 9300 S.W. Gemini Drive Beaverton, OR 97008 USA www.biamp.com...
  • Page 2: Product Representation

    Installation of loudspeakers should only be performed CAUTION: Installation of Biamp loudspeakers should only by trained and qualified personnel. All electrical connections be performed by trained and qualified personnel. It is...
  • Page 3: Installation

    INSTALLATION The loudspeaker can be mounted to a variety of surfaces but must be mounted to structural load bearing surfaces or substrates (not electrical gang boxes). There are two mounting options provided for the Desono DX family of loudspeakers: a ClickMount pan-tilt bracket or a U-Bracket with a weather-resistant ClickPlug wiring insert.
  • Page 4 Installation - ClickMount Pan-tilt Bracket (continued) Adjust the Tap Switch CMX-SM Installation Note: 4. The tap switch should be adjusted before you attach the speaker to the If converting the loudspeaker bracket. Rotate the switch to the desired setting. mounting type from a DX-S5/8-UB (u-bracket) model to a pan- tilt bracket with a CMX-SM kit, retain the color-matched screws...
  • Page 5 Installation - ClickMount Pan-tilt Bracket (continued) 6. Secure the loudspeaker with a safety cable attached to the loop on the rear. The cable should be mounted to a secondary mounting point close to the NOTE: The installer is responsible for bracket to avoid any kinetic force if the wall mount should fail, or the latch be sourcing the proper safety cable to meet all applicable local building codes and...
  • Page 6 Installation - ClickMount Pan-tilt Bracket (continued) To remove loudspeaker from the bracket WARNING: When you release the clickmount latch - the The loudspeaker can be removed from the ClickMount pan-tilt bracket as follows: loudspeaker will fall off the 1. Insert a 5mm hex wrench into the hole within the slot in the middle of the ClickMount bracket! Fully support the label on the rear panel.
  • Page 7 ClickMount Pan-tilt Aiming Angles (DX-S5) Portrait [Vertical] Orientation Top View Side View Tilt Up 24° (3 clicks) 8° increments Pan Left 60° (5 clicks) 12° increments Pan Right 60° (5 clicks) 12° increments Tilt Down 32° (4 clicks) 8° increments Landscape [Horizontal] Orientation Top View Side View...
  • Page 8 ClickMount Pan-tilt Aiming angles (DX-S8) Portrait [Vertical] Orientation Top View Side View Tilt Up Pan Left 24° (3 clicks) 60° (5 clicks) 8° increments 12° increments Pan Right 60° (5 clicks) Tilt Down 12° increments 32° (4 clicks) 8° increments Landscape [Horizontal] Orientation Top View Side View...
  • Page 9 Installation - U-Bracket ( DX-S5-UB / DX-S8-UB) or U-Bracket Accessory (SPA-UBDX100 / SPA-UBDX200) The U-Bracket is a low profile powder-coated Marine Grade aluminum design that allows the unit to be connected to a center suspension post or against the wall, ceiling, or other flat surface.
  • Page 10 Installation - U-Bracket (continued) Attach the Loudspeaker to the U-Bracket The DX-S-UB models come with the spacers and bolts pre-installed in the speaker. Loosen the bolts to leave 1/4" (6mm) of thread exposed and skip to step 7 to continue with the installation. Conversions from DX-S5/8 models with the accessory U-Bracket kit must start at step 4 below.
  • Page 11 Installation - U-Bracket (continued) Adjust the Tap Switch 10. Rotate the tap switch knob to the desired setting before you attach the ClickPlug to the loudspeaker. Attach the ClickPlug 11. Insert the wired ClickPlug into the opening with the plug top (or side) CAUTION: The ClickPlug fit is very tight and is difficult to into the indent under the safety cable loop first, then "click"...
  • Page 12 Installation - U-Bracket (continued) The ClickPlug should be oriented as shown below. It can not be installed upside- down. NOTE: When mounted horizontally, the ClickPlug gland nut and U-Bracket may interfere with each other. In this instance, the ClickPlug needs to be rotated 90° to provide clearance for the U-Bracket rotation.
  • Page 13 ClickPlug Removal Remove ClickPlug from the Loudspeaker The ClickPlug can be removed from the loudspeaker as follows: CAUTION: The ClickPlug fit is 1. Insert a 5mm hex wrench into the hole within the slot in the middle of the very tight and is difficult to label on the rear panel.
  • Page 14: Painting Instructions

    PAINTING INSTRUCTIONS The Desono DX cabinets have a light paint coat over the CAUTION: NEVER use abrasives, gasoline, plastic material. They accept almost any type of latex or kerosene, acetone, methyl ethyl ketone (MEK), paint enamel (oil based) paint. We recommend application of two thinner, harsh detergents or other chemicals on the light coats.
  • Page 15 Painting Instructions (continued) Loudspeaker preparation 2. Fully mask the full loudspeaker face so that all internal components will not receive any paint. Also mask off the rear input panel (area around the tap switch), the retaining latch for the mounts, the rear label, and latch access.
  • Page 16 TECHNICAL DRAWING - CLICKMOUNT PAN-TILT BRACKET Ships with the DX-S5 or DX-S8 Accessory: CMX-SM Hardware: 1/4-20 or 6mm screw for attachment, Backplate will accept typical 1/2" or 13mm socket (18mm OD) page 16 Installation and Operation Guide Desono DX-S...
  • Page 17 TECHNICAL DRAWINGS - U-BRACKET Ships with the DX-S5-UB Accessory: SPA-UBDX100 Ships with the DX-S8-UB Accessory: SPA-UBDX200 Desono DX-S Installation and Operation Guide page 17...
  • Page 18: Warranty

    CONTACT US Warranty: Email: support@biamp.com biamp.com/legal/warranty-information Web: support.biamp.com Safety & Compliance: biamp.com/compliance 9300 S.W. Gemini Drive Beaverton, OR 97008 USA www.biamp.com 27JUN2023...

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