SONANCE LS4T SAT Satellite Speaker Instruction Manual

SATELLITE SPEAKERS
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
LS4T SAT | LS6T SAT

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing SLS Speakers. When properly installed, these speakers will provide you with years of outdoor entertainment pleasure. To get the most out of your new speakers, please read this manual thoroughly before you begin the installation.

Box Contents

1. Satellite Speaker
2. Silicone-filled wire nuts

Satellite Placement

The SLS system is designed to deliver a seamless, evenly dispersed sound field in an ‘open air’ environment. An array of multiple Satellite speakers and Subwoofers should be strategically placed to minimize ‘hot spots’ and ‘nulls’ as you move around the outdoor entertainment area. Recommended placement of the SLS Satellite models is every 8-10 feet around the area of coverage. The shorter spacing is recommended for higher SPL and closer listening applications. After every 4-5 satellites, install one SLS Subwoofer of choice within the speaker wire chain. This will allow the output of the satellite speakers and subwoofer to blend together more seamlessly. See Figure 1.

NOTE: AS A GENERAL GUIDELINE, (1) SATELLITE WILL COVER ABOUT 250 SQUARE FEET OF LISTENING AREA
Use care to select satellite locations that are equally distant from the main listening area. When possible, use high and low locations to centralize the acoustic stage. See Figure 2.

Use care to select satellite locations that are equally distant from the main listening area. When possible, use high and low locations to centralize the acoustic stage. See Figure 2.

Adjustable Tap

This Sonance Landscape Series product features a wide bandwidth Sonance Laminated Core Transformer (SLCT) with an adjustable tap, allowing the system to be configured for 70V/100V or 8 ohms. If using this SLS product in an 8-ohm application, ensure the tap switch is positioned to the 8-ohm setting. If using this product in a 70V/100V system, ensure the tap is positioned to one of the 70V/100V settings.

NOTE: ENSURE THAT ALL SATELLITES AND SUBWOOFERS ARE SET TO EITHER 70V/100V OR 8 OHM TAP SETTINGS TO AVOID ANY DAMAGE TO YOUR AMPLIFIER. DO NOT COMBINE PRODUCTS SET TO ANY OF THE 70V/100V SETTINGS WITH PRODUCTS SET TO THE 8 OHM SETTING ON A SINGLE AMPLIFIER.

Some 70V/100V system designs will require variations of higher and lower output in different areas of the landscaping. The SLCT adjustable tap allows each satellite or subwoofer to be individually dialed to the desired output. Adjusting the tap settings will impact your wattage calculations. Please review the Wattage Calculator on the Sonance website: www.sonance.com/outdoor /new-sls/ satellite speakers for more information.

NOTE : THIS PRODUCT SHIPS WITH THE SLCT ADJUSTABLE TAP SET TO 40W. ADJUSTMENTS CAN BE MADE TO THE TAP SWITCH ONCE ALL THE SATELLITES AND SUBWOOFERS ARE CONNECTED TO ACHIEVE THE APPROPRIATE OUTPUT LEVEL.

Sonam DSP 2-750 Amplifier Power Planning

The maximum number of satellites and subwoofers that can be used in a system will depend on the amplifier power. It is important to calculate the amplifier power your installation will require before you begin. Multiple amplifiers may be required in large installations. Refer to the SLS wattage calculator on the Sonance website:
www.sonance.com/outdoor/new-sls/satellite-speakers.

Satellite Wiring and Installation

Sonance Landscape Series systems allow for speakers to be daisy-chained together. In a typical system with one zone of audio, simply run a stereo or 4 conductor speaker wire from the amplifier to the closest speaker. Designate the first speaker as either left or right and connect the appropriate positive and negative wires to the speaker terminals. Continue alternating the wires between the left and right channels for each speaker, creating a daisy chain of stereo satellites. The Subwoofer can be wired anywhere in the
chain and will receive either left or right speaker wires. See Figure 4.

NOTE: DO NOT STAKE SLS SPEAKERS WITHIN DIRECT SPRAY RANGE OF SPRINKLER HEADS. KEEP AT A DISTANCE OF 2 FEET OR GREATER FROM DIRECT WATER STREAMS.

NOTE: SONANCE STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THE USE OF 14/4 DIRECT BURIAL WIRE FOR DISTANCES UP TO 200 FEET AND 12/4 DIRECT BURIAL FOR LONGER RUNS. KEEP WIRES AS SHORT AS POSSIBLE TO MINIMIZE RESISTIVE WIRE LOSSES.

CAUTION: THE AMPLIFIER SHOULD NOT BE CONNECTED TO AC POWER UNTIL ALL SPEAKER WIRE CONNECTIONS ARE COMPLETED. HIGH-POWER 70 VOLT AMPLIFIERS PRESENT A SERIOUS SHOCK HAZARD.

NOTE: BEFORE INSTALLING SATELLITE SPEAKERS, ENSURE THAT EACH ONE HAS BEEN SET TO THE APPROPRIATE 70V/100V OR 8 OHM TAP SETTING FOR YOUR SYSTEM DESIGN AND REQUIREMENTS.

1. Once Locations have been established, choose the appropriate mounting accessories for the project. PLEASE NOTE: Always use a #3 Phillips head screwdriver when fine-tuning the height adjustment screw.
   • For applications on flat surfaces, such as the side of a building or structure, use the SM1 Round Surface Mount. See instruction manual included with accessory for precise
   mounting instructions.
   • For placement directly into the ground, use the GS9 ABS in-ground stake for the LS4T SAT, and/or the GP19 PVC Ground Post for the LS6T SAT. LS4T SAT and LS6T SAT speakers have 1/2” NPS mounting threads. See Instruction Manual included with accessory for precise instructions.
   • For in-tree Mounting, use the TSMJB Tree / Surface Mounting Junction Box. See Instruction Manual included with accessory for precise instructions.

2. Once the accessories have been mounted at the desired locations, mount the satellites by threading the mounting shaft into the corresponding opening of the accessory.
   NOTE: ATTENTION MUST BE PAID TO THE ELECTRICAL LEADS TO AVOID NICKS AND CUTS THAT MIGHT SHORT THE SYSTEM.

3. Prepare individual leads to be connected to main leads.

4. Dig a 4” – 5” deep trench for running the speaker wires.

5. Run the wire through the trench from the amplifier to the first speaker location.

6. Connect the direct burial wire to each speaker wire; connections should be made with either silicone-filled wire connectors or appropriate junction boxes. See Figure 3.
   IMPORTANT: BE SURE NOT TO LET ANY STRAY ‘+’ & ‘–’ STRANDS TOUCH EACH OTHER. TOUCHING STRANDS CAN CAUSE A SHORT-CIRCUIT THAT COULD DAMAGE YOUR AMPLIFIER AND DEGRADE SOUND QUALITY.

7.  After all the speaker connections are completed, connect the wires to your amplifier. See Figure 4.

8. Turn your amplifier on and test the system with your favorite music. If the speakers are operating properly, refill the wiring trench and enjoy your new system.
   NOTE: THE SUBWOOFER CAN BE CONNECTED AT ANY POINT IN THE DAISY CHAIN.

polypropylene cone with a Santoprene

rubber surround

| Woofer:| 6 1/2” (165mm) injection molded

polypropylene cone with a Santoprene

rubber surround

Frequency Response:| 75Hz – 20kHz ±3dB| Frequency Response:| 55Hz – 20kHz ±3dB
Transformer Taps:| 40W, 20W, 10W, (5W 70V), 8 Ohms

300 watts RMS (600 watts peak)

| Transformer Taps:| 60W, 30W, 15W, (7.5W 70V), 8 Ohms

300 watts RMS (600 watts peak)

Enclosure Material:| High heat ABS non-corrosive

sealed enclosure

| Enclosure Material:| High heat ABS non-corrosive

sealed enclosure

Listening Area:| 60˚ coverage, 0’ to 40’ recommended| Listening Area:| 60˚ coverage, 0’ to 40’ recommended
Dimensions:| 8.07” x 5.12”| Dimensions:| 11.7” x 7.43”

(297mm x 189mm)

(Length x Diameter)| (205mm x 130mm)| (Length x Diameter)| 11.7” x 7.43”

(297mm x 189mm)

Shipping Weight:| 6.28 lbs (2.85kg)| Shipping Weight:| 9.92 lbs (4.5kg)

LIMITED FIVE (5) YEAR WARRANTY

Sonance warrants to the first end-user purchaser that this Sonance-brand product (“Product”), when purchased from an authorized Sonance Dealer/Distributor, will be free from defective workmanship and materials for the period stated below. Sonance will at its option and expense during the warranty period, either repair the defect or replace the Product with a new or remanufactured Product or a reasonable equivalent.

EXCLUSIONS

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE IS IN LIEU OF, AND EXCLUSIVE OF, ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY PROVIDED BY SONANCE. ALL OTHER EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR USE AND IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED.

No one is authorized to make or modify any warranties on behalf of Sonance. The warranty stated above is the sole and exclusive remedy and Sonance’s performance shall constitute full and final satisfaction of all obligations, liabilities, and claims with respect to the Product.

IN ANY EVENT, SONANCE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, ECONOMIC, PROPERTY, BODILY INJURY, OR PERSONAL INJURY DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE PRODUCT, ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, OR OTHERWISE.

This warranty statement gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties or limitations of remedies, so the above exclusions and limitations may not apply. If your state does not allow the disclaimer of implied warranties, the duration of such implied warranties is limited to a period of Sonance’s express warranty.

Your Product Model and Description: LS4T SAT or LS6T SAT speakers.

Warranty Period for this Product: Five (5) years from the date on the original sales receipt or invoice or other satisfactory proof of purchase.

Additional Limitations and Exclusions from Warranty Coverage: The warranty described above is non-transferable, applies only to the initial installation of the Product, does not include installation of any repaired or replaced Product, does not include damage to allied or associated equipment which may result in any reason from use with this Product, and does not include labor or parts caused by accident, disaster, negligence, improper installation, misuse (e.g. overdriving the amplifier or speaker, excessive heat, cold or humidity), or from service or repair which has not been authorized by Sonance. Obtaining Authorized Service: To qualify for the warranty, you must contact your authorized Sonance Dealer/Installer or call Sonance Customer Service/Technical Support at 949-492-7777 within the warranty period, must obtain a return merchandise number (RMA), and must deliver the Product to Sonance shipping prepaid during the warranty period, together with the original sales receipt, or invoice or other satisfactory proof of purchase.

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03.21.18

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