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SM52TEN
Owner’s Manual
AtlasIED.com
TELEPHONE: (800) 876-3333
1601 JACK MCKAY BLVD.
ENNIS, TEXAS 75119 U.S.A.
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the AtlasIED SM52TEN Strategy Series
®
surface mount loudspeakers. The SM52TEN loudspeaker is designed to provide high
fidelity, long life and installation convenience for commercial and residential applications. Their weather-resistant properties make them perfect for use
indoors or out. The SM52TEN is available in either black or white.
Key Features
• Includes internal, high efficiency 70.7V / 100V transformer (may be bypassed by 6
Ω
operation)
• Barrier strip input with weather resistant cover
• Bracket included for wall mounting (EN54-24 Mounting Evaluated)
• Also compatible with optional mounting systems (EN54-24 Mounting Not Evaluated):
• Omnimount™ 10.0 series or other mounting systems (single shaft or dual hole mount) may be used to match
1
/
4
"-20 insert(s) on rear of
speaker. Dual hole mounting systems must match 2
3
/
8
" (60mm) OC,
1
/
4
"-20 insert spacing.
Placement
Outdoor Use
The materials used in the construction of the SM52TEN loudspeaker systems are weather resistant. The hardware is brass, the grille is powder-coated
aluminum, and the bracket is zinc plated, powder coated steel. The enclosure itself is shatter resistant. Adhering to these mounting guidelines will
further extend the life of the product when installed outdoors:
• Whenever possible, mount the speaker under an eave or other protective overhang
• Always aim the speaker downward, at a 15-18 degree angle to prevent water from accumulating on the speaker cone
• Do not place the speaker in a location where water, snow, or ice will accumulate on the speaker for extended periods of time
Indoor Use
The SM52TEN loudspeaker works very well when it is wall-mounted in indoor applications. When the loudspeaker is placecd on a wall, it can take
advantage of the natural boundary effect that occurs when a loudspeaker system is placed against one or more surfaces. This boundary effect will
provide increased overall output. When mounted against one surface (on a wall), the loudspeaker output will increase by 3dB. When mounted against
two surfaces (on the wall near the ceiling or corner), the loudspeaker output increases by 6dB. When mounted against three surfaces (in a corner near
the ceiling), the loudspeaker output increases by 9dB.
Shelf Mounting (Indoor)
The bottom surface of the SM52TEN is a flat 90° to the speaker baffle to maintain level surface when placing on shelves. All models can also be
horizontally installed in any placement option.