SS-Q-12A & SS-Q-12-AWR
OWNER’S MANUAL
© 2021 MSE Audio. Rev. 02.25.2021
360º of the Best Sound Around™
Contact: MSE Audio, 855.663.5600 / 913.663.5600 / [email protected]
Please read the following instructions carefully before installing
your Soundsphere® speaker. If you have any questions
regarding installation that are not answered in the following
directions, please contact your local sound contractor or the
Soundsphere®/MSE Audio® technical support team.
General Information
Maximum Amplifier Power
250 Watts RMS
Nominal Impendance
8 ohms
Wiring
Amplifier connection is via flying leads. Connect the positive
(+) amplifier lead to the RED input wire. Connect the negative
(-) amplifier lead to the BLACK wire. Secure connections using
wire nuts, etc.
Please see next page for Q-12-AWR wiring.
Mounting
Hanging Kit
Mount using one of the following methods:
a) Properly secured wire rope with a minimum breaking
strength of 400 lbs. (for a 10:1 safety factor).
b) Beam clamp with proper load rating.
It is recommended to use a secondary wire rope support around
one of the legs.
Do not use rope for mounting.
The use of
chain is not recommended unless rated for suspension of loads
greater than or equal to 400 lbs (for a 10:1 safety factor).
Surface Mount Bracket
Secure the bracket to the hard surface using proper hardware.
Secure the speaker to the bracket using the washers and nylon
locknuts provided. It is recommended to use a secondary wire
rope support around one of the legs and through an unused
bracket hole.
Warranty
Soundsphere loudspeakers carry a 5 year limited warranty. See
warranty sheet for details and limitations.
Replacement Parts
12” 250 Watt coaxial loudspeaker driver with crossover.
Order Model Number CX-12
Always check local requirements for overhead suspension
of loudspeakers.
Replacing the Coax Driver and Crossover in the Q-12A
1. Remove the reflector from the Q-12A by removing the 3
bolts, washers, and tabs.
2. Remove the 8 screws securing the driver. Remove the
driver by pushing up on it through the port hole in the
sphere with one hand and removing it with the other
hand. Pull the wire out through the hole in the bolt.
3. Feed the wire from the replacement driver through the
drilled bolt inside the sphere. Install the new driver and
secure with screws.
5. Replace the reflector. The washer order is metal washer to
leg, then rubber washer, reflector, rubber washer, metal
washer and bolt (see figure below). Feed the wire through
the washers and the drilled bolt. Tighten bolts until the
rubber washers begin to deform.
Other Information
Wire runs between the amplifier(s) and loudspeaker(s) must be
of the appropriate gauge to insure the full audio performance
capabilities of the Soundsphere loudspeakers. This applies to
all loudspeaker impedances (4 or 8 Ohms) or audio line volt-
ages (50, 70.7 or 100 Volts). For more information, please see
the ‘Downloads” section at www.soundsphere.com, or call our
Customer Service at 913.663.5600.
Leg Bolt
Tab
Metal Washer
Rubber Washer
Reflector
Rubber Washer
Metal Washer
Leg
WARNING
Be sure to securely tighten all hardware before hanging the loudspeaker. Wire rope (steel cable), cable clamps with saddles and
thimbles of suitable size and strength are the recommended materials for overhead suspensions. All loudspeakers should be
redudantly safety wired to structural members of the building with an approved safety wire system or other agency certified materials.
IMPORTANT
: Always check local safety codes before installing any overhead loudspeaker system and for periodic inspection
and maintenance of the installation.
