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Publication date 2025-01-29

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Page 2: Table Of Contents
ADORN User Guide Table of Contents Introduction ............................4 Range ............................. 4 70/100 V line transformer ......................... 4 Low impedance mode ........................4 Protection ............................4 ADORN on-wall speakers .......................... 5 A40 and A40T ..........................5 A55 and A55T ..........................5 A80T ..............................
Page 3 ADORN User Guide To fit the grille ..........................28 Safety information for ceiling speakers ..................... 29 Fitting pendant speakers ........................30 Fitting the pendant speaker grille ....................30 Amplifiers ............................. 31 VIA amplifiers ..........................31 iKON amplifiers ..........................31 Amplifiers for 70/100 V systems ...................... 31 System controllers .........................
Page 4: Introduction
ADORN is an these models have an impedance of 16 ohm. ideal partner with larger Martin Audio systems in venues Note that we don't have an A80 model, so if you need an with a variety of zones, providing a seamless transition 8"...
Page 5: Adorn On-Wall Speakers
(page 31) a single channel of a low impedance amplifier (page 31) such as the Martin Audio VIA2004. such as the Martin Audio VIA2004. The A40T transformer option features a built-in 70/100 V...
Page 6: A80T
(page 31), the VIA2502 or VIA5004 (or VIA5002 for 70V/100V line) in combination with a Martin Audio DX0.4 or DX0.6 controller will be perfect partners for small-scale efficient installations. Combine these amps with the DX4.0 controller for larger more complex installations managed by Marin Audio’s VU-NET...
Page 7: Adorn Ceiling Speakers
ADORN User Guide ADORN ceiling speakers ACS-40TS ACS-55TS The ACS-40TS ceiling speaker has a 4” (100 mm) The ACS-55TS ceiling speaker has a 5.25” (100 mm) LF driver and a 0.75” (19 mm) silk-dome tweeter. It LF driver and a 0.75” (19 mm) silk-dome tweeter. It produces 108 dB peak output at 1 metre and has a high- produces 113 dB peak output at 1 metre and has a high- fidelity sonic character ideal for both music and speech...
Page 8: Acs-55T
ADORN User Guide ACS-55T The ACS-55T has a 5.25” (100 mm) LF driver and a 0.75” (19 mm) silk-dome tweeter. It produces 113 dB peak output at 1 metre and has a high-fidelity sonic character ideal for both music and speech reproduction. The ported bass reflex design and back can with generous internal volume maximises low frequency output and delivers strong bass that extends down to 62 Hz.
Page 9: Adorn Pendant Speaker
ADORN User Guide ADORN pendant speaker ACP-55T The ACP-55T pendant speaker has a 5.25” (100 mm) LF driver and a 0.75” (19 mm) silk-dome tweeter and produces 109 dB peak output at 1 metre. It delivers superb sound quality for both music and speech reproduction.
Page 10: Subwoofers
Subwoofers For a full range music system, you can supplement ADORN speakers with one or more subwoofers from the Martin Audio SX series. You could use any of our SX subwoofers, but the combinations that make sense are as follows:...
Page 11: Adorn Accessories
ADORN User Guide ADORN accessories Weatherised connector cover kit and provides tilt and pan (replacement part ASM10002 for black or ASM10001 for white). AIPKIT The optional AIPKIT weatherised connector cover kit upgrades the A40, A40T, A55 or A55T to an IP54 rating for outdoor use.
Page 12: Ceiling Bracket Cddcb6/8
ADORN User Guide in landscape, and this will impact the dispersion of the C bracket speaker (page 16). We supply each ADORN ceiling speaker with an appropriately sized C bracket for installing into suspended ceilings (page 26). Ceiling bracket CDDCB6/8 Suspension cable CK3 This optional bracket allows you to ceiling...
Page 13: 70/100 V Line Systems
ADORN User Guide 70/100 V line systems For 70/100 V line systems, you select the appropriate tap A40T and ACS-40TS using a rotary switch: For ADORN on-wall speakers A40T, A55T and A80T, Position 70 V 100 V ▪ the rotary switch is on the back. 2.5 W 10 W 10 W...
Page 14: Connecting On-Wall Speakers
ADORN User Guide Connecting on-wall speakers With the ADORN on-wall speakers, there are two types of Connect negative for the next speaker to the third ▪ connections: pin (labelled LINK –). The A40, A40T, A55 and A55T have a pair of spring- Connect positive for the next speaker to the ▪...
Page 15: Connecting Ceiling And Pendant Speakers
ADORN User Guide Connecting ceiling and pendant speakers The ADORN ceiling and pendant speakers have a connection cover to keep the cable connections safe and help prevent accidental disconnections. To connect ceiling and pendant speakers 1. Strip about 10 mm of insulation from speaker cable ends.
Page 16: Wall Mounting
ADORN User Guide Wall mounting We supply all ADORN on-wall speakers with wall brackets: 3. If you only need to adjust the speaker in one plane (horizontally or vertically), remove the link section For the A40, A40T, A55 and A55T, the bracket has ▪...
Page 17 ADORN User Guide If you only need to adjust the speaker vertically, fit the For landscape, use the same arrangement, as shown bracket with the peg sideways, as shown below. below: If you only need to adjust the speaker horizontally, fit the bracket with the opening downwards.
Page 18 ADORN User Guide For landscape, use the same arrangement, as shown 8. Lift the speaker up to the wall bracket section. below: 7. Bolt this link section in place, as shown below for portrait: If the wall bracket peg is upwards, the other section will hook securely in place freeing up your hands.
Page 19: To Wall Mount A80T
ADORN User Guide To wall mount A80T So that the installation is safe and secure, you must use fixings that are appropriate for the wall surface 1. Remove the R-clip and washer from the lower pin. and the weight of the speaker. The wall section has four holes with diameter 7 mm.
Page 20 ADORN User Guide 5. Attach the cabinet section using the same screws. The bracket will now hold the speaker in place. The bolt needs to be horizontal as shown below. When working at height, you must use appropriate safety measures. A scaffold tower or lifting platform will allow you to use both hands safely.
Page 21 ADORN User Guide 8. Replace the washer and R-clip. 11. Adjust the vertical position using the grub screw. 9. Loosen the vertical bolt (using an M5 hex key) and Connect the speaker cables (page 14). adjust the speaker horizontally on this bolt. 13.
Page 22: Ceiling Mounting On-Wall Speakers
ADORN User Guide Ceiling mounting on-wall speakers You can mount ADORN on-wall speakers on the ceiling Make sure that the peg is sideways as shown below: using optional ceiling brackets: A40, A40T, A55 and A55T, use bracket CDDCB5. ▪ A80T, uses bracket CDDCB6/8. ▪...
Page 23 ADORN User Guide 6. Lift the cabinet up to the ceiling bracket. So that the attachment is safe and secure, you must use fixings that are appropriate for the ceiling construction and the weight of the speaker. Remember that the speakers may be over people's heads.
Page 24: To Ceiling Mount The A80T
ADORN User Guide To ceiling mount the A80T Note that you could stop at this stage (for first fix) and complete the rest of the steps later (for second fix). 1. Unscrew the cabinet section of the bracket from the 4.
Page 25 ADORN User Guide 6. Adjust the vertical position using the grub screw accessed from the rear of the bracket. 7. Plug in the Phoenix-style connector (page 14). 8. Check the coverage using an audio source and make final adjustments to the vertical and horizontal positions.
Page 26: Installing Ceiling Speakers
ADORN User Guide Installing ceiling speakers Cutting ceiling holes 3. Place the C-bracket in position over the hole with the clips hooked over the rails. Make sure the bracket is We supply the ADORN ceiling speakers with a cut-out aligned accurately with the hole. template.
Page 27: To Install A Ceiling Speaker
ADORN User Guide To install a ceiling speaker If you are fitting a deep ceiling speaker (ACS-55T), you can install the speaker straight upwards, as the 1. Pull the cabling down through the hole. It is important connector cover is on the back rather than the side. that there is enough slack on the cable to allow easy connection of the cables to the speaker.
Page 28: To Fit The Grille
ADORN User Guide that the fittings allow a maximum ceiling thickness of 30 mm (1.18 in). To fit the grille 1. The grille has a simple bayonet fitting. Locate the lugs on the underside of the grille and position them on the ceiling speaker.
Page 29: Safety Information For Ceiling Speakers
ADORN User Guide Safety information for ceiling speakers Martin Audio ADORN ceiling speakers must be ▪ installed by experienced installation personnel using all accessories appropriate to the ceiling construction. The installer must check with all relevant local, national ▪ and international electrical, fire and building safety authorities to ensure compliance with all regulations.
Page 30: Fitting Pendant Speakers
ADORN User Guide Fitting pendant speakers The ACP-55T is designed to be suspended in free space The grille fits in exactly the same way as for the ceiling from a single point. Use the mounting tab on the top of speakers.
Page 31: Amplifiers
Amplifiers For low impedance ADORN systems, we recommend the Amplifier Power output Martin Audio VIA amplifiers. For a larger ADORN system, iK41 4 x 1,500 W into 2 ohms you could use an iKON amplifier. 4 x 1,500 W into 4 ohms For 70/100 V line ADORN systems, see...
Page 32: System Controllers
8 x 1,250 W, 70 V line 8 x 1,250 W, 100 V line For further details, see our website martin-audio.com. System controllers For system controllers, we recommend the Martin Audio DX0.4, DX0.6, or for larger installations the DX4.0. For further details, see our website martin-audio.com.
Page 33: Painting Speakers
ADORN User Guide Painting speakers If you want to change the colour of your ADORN on-wall 3. Insert an appropriately sized flat-bladed screwdriver loudspeakers, we recommend that you paint the ABS into one of the two gaps at the side of the grille. enclosure using acrylic paint.
Page 34 ADORN User Guide 2. Push the front of the grille with the flat of your hand so that the other edge of the grille clips into place. 3. Make sure that the grille is engaged in the slot by pushing the edge of the grille back starting at the top or bottom.
Page 35: Specifications
ADORN User Guide Specifications On-wall speakers A40 and A40T On-wall speakers A55 and A55T Type Ultra-compact passive two-way system, Type Ultra-compact passive two-way system, front ported bass reflex front ported bass reflex Frequency 98 Hz – 17 kHz ± 3 dB, –10 dB @ 70 Hz Frequency 90 Hz –...
Page 36: On-Wall Speaker A80T
ADORN User Guide On-wall speaker A80T Ceiling speaker ACS-40TS Type Ultra-compact, passive two-way ceiling Type Compact passive two-way system, front speaker, ported bass reflex ported bass reflex Frequency 106 Hz – 20 kHz ± 3 dB, –10 dB @ 73 Hz Frequency 63 Hz –...
Page 37: Ceiling Speaker Acs-55T
ADORN User Guide Ceiling speaker ACS-55T Ceiling speaker ACS-55TS Type Compact, passive two-way ceiling speaker, Type Compact, passive two-way ceiling speaker, ported bass reflex ported bass reflex Frequency 98 Hz – 20 kHz ± 3 dB, –10 dB @ 62 Hz Frequency 117 Hz –...
Page 38: Pendant Speaker Acp-55T
ADORN User Guide Pendant speaker ACP-55T Type Passive two-way pendant speaker, ported bass reflex Frequency 98 Hz – 20 kHz ± 3 dB, –10 dB @ 56 Hz response Drivers LF: 5.25” with 1” high-temp voice coil, coated paper cone, rubber surround, ferrite motor, pressed steel chassis HF: 0.75”...
Page 39: Technical Drawings
ADORN User Guide Technical drawings On-wall speaker A40...
Page 40 ADORN User Guide On-wall speaker A40T...
Page 41 ADORN User Guide On-wall speaker A55...
Page 42 ADORN User Guide On-wall speaker A55T...
Page 43 ADORN User Guide On-wall speaker A80T...
Page 44 ADORN User Guide Ceiling speaker ACS-40TS...
Page 45 ADORN User Guide Ceiling speaker ACS-55TS...
Page 46 ADORN User Guide Ceiling speaker ACS-55T...
Page 47 ADORN User Guide Pendant speaker ACP-55T...
Page 48 ADORN User Guide Wall bracket ASM10001 (white) and ASM10002 (black) Supplied with A40, A40T, A55 and A55T. Wall fixing (square section with peg): four 5.2 mm holes.
Page 49 ADORN User Guide Wall bracket WB6/8 Supplied with A80T. Wall fixing (the rectangular section): four 7 mm holes.
Page 50 ADORN User Guide Ceiling bracket CDDCB5 Optional accessory for A40, A40T, A55 and A55T. Ceiling fixing: three 5.5 mm holes and central 8.5 mm hole (optional fixing).
Page 51 ADORN User Guide Ceiling bracket CDDCB6/8 Optional accessory for A80T. Ceiling fixing: three 6.5 mm holes and central 13 mm hole (optional fixing).
Page 52: Troubleshooting
Technical support For technical support, contact either your supplier or ▪ Martin Audio technical support. For Martin Audio technical support, go to our website ▪ martin-audio.com and select Support > Support Contacts. Service For service details, go to our website martin-audio.com...
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