Atlas IED AH94-15-BSG Installation Guide

AH Series Loudspeakers

8", 12", and 15"

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8" - AH99-8ST, AH94-8ST, and AH66-8ST

15" - AH5040S, AH9040S, and AH6565S

12" - AH99-12ST, AH94-12ST, and AH66-12ST

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High-Performance, Constant Directivity, 8", 12", And 15",

Two-Way, Indoor/Outdoor Loudspeaker Systems

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AH Series Loudspeakers

8", 12", and 15"

Safety Instructions

Please Read Carefully Before Installing or Operating

• Read all instructions carefully

• Heed all warnings

• Assure that the speaker is securely mounted

Hearing Damage

CAUTION: These professional loudspeaker systems are capable of generating very high sound pressure levels. Use care with placement and

operation to avoid exposure to excessive levels that can cause permanent hearing damage.

Suspension & Mounting

Suspension or "flying" speaker systems requires training and expertise. Improper rigging of a flying speaker may result in injury, death, equipment

damage, and legal liability. Installation must be carried out by fully qualified installers, in accordance with all required safety codes and standards at the

place of installation.

A 5:1 design factor is a generally accepted minimum standard. However, legal requirements for overhead suspension vary by municipality,

please consult your local safety standards office before installing any product. We also recommend that you thoroughly check any laws and

bylaws prior to installation.

Loudspeakers flown in theaters, nightclubs, conference centers, or other places of work and entertainment must be provided with an independent,

correctly rated and securely attached secondary safety — in addition to the principle suspension point(s). This secondary safety must prevent the

loudspeaker from dropping more than (6") should the principle suspension device fail. If you lack the skills, training, and proper ancillary equipment to

fly a speaker system, do not attempt to do so.

For additional information regarding the suspension of loudspeakers or to purchase rigging materials, please contact our friends at

Allen Products, Inc.,1635 E. Burnett St. Signal Hills, CA 90755.

www.allenproducts.com

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• Always assure power is OFF to amplifiers before making any connections

• Assure that all electrical equipment is properly grounded

• Keep instructions for future reference

• Should any questions arise after reading this document, please call Atlas Sound Tech Support at 800-876-3333

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1601 JACK MCKAY BLVD.
ENNIS, TEXAS 75119 U.S.A.

TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX [phone]

AtlasSound.com

AH Series Loudspeakers

8", 12", and 15"

Assure that the AH speaker can be mounted in a manner that the sound pattern will be directed in the desired direction without any physical

interference. Note that the AH speaker mounting bracket allows the speaker to be tilted in excess of 50° in either direction. See illustration

below.

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50˚

50˚

Weep-holes (for drainage) (AH5040S, AH9040S, and AH6565S 15" models only) are located on the same side as the input connectors. If the speaker is

tilted above parallel to the ground, the speaker should be installed with the weep holes down for water drainage.

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1601 JACK MCKAY BLVD.
ENNIS, TEXAS 75119 U.S.A.

TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX [phone]

AtlasSound.com

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AH Series Loudspeakers

8", 12", and 15"

Installation Via Mounting Bracket (Included)

General considerations and hardware recommendations

CAUTION: AH series models weigh as much as 81 pounds (36.7kg) – model AH5040CD. A fall from almost any height could result in serious

injury or death. Assure that the speaker is firmly mounted to an object that can handle the weight of the AH speaker. Remember that wind will add

considerable torque to the point of attachment. The mounting surface the AH speaker is being attached to should be able to handle five or more times

the weight of the AH speaker (7x recommended for locations subject to high wind forces).

Whenever the loudspeaker is mounted to a surface using the bracket, the installer must ensure that the surface is capable of safely and securely

supporting the load. The hardware employed must be safely and securely attached both to the loudspeaker and the surface in question, using only the

mounting holes. A general rule for soft surface installations (wood beams) is to multiply the corresponding working load limit by 75%; the result will

be an approximate working load strength.

Use thread locking compound for all installations.

CAUTION: Mount the speaker such that the shear force is at a right angle to the mounting bolts, and close to the connection, as shown:

SHEAR FORCE

TENSION FORCE

Lock Washer

Flat Washer

When mounting the AH speaker to a solid surface use the proper bolts, washers, and lock washers (Grade 5 minimum). Do not substitute mismatched

bolts and washers.

The AH speaker may be mounted to a pole or scoreboard. For such mounting, contact the light pole or scoreboard manufacturer for proper

instructions. If mounting to another surface, such as a beam, see the diagram on page seven for mounting hole locations. When in doubt contact a

qualified structural/mechanical engineer for approval of the mounting materials and methods.

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1601 JACK MCKAY BLVD.
ENNIS, TEXAS 75119 U.S.A.

TELEPHONE: [phone]
FAX [phone]

AtlasSound.com