Atlas IED FA170-4, FA97-4, FA97-4NK, FA95-4, FA730-4 User Manual

Strategy Series

™

4" Mounting System Accessories

Enclosures, Grilles, Tile Bridge, Plaster and Trim Rings

Applications

The patented Strategy Series (U.S. Patent #5206464) loudspeaker
system was carefully engineered to provide excellent audio per for mance
as well as optimum aesthetic and in stal la tion advantages in new or
existing construction. The in no va tive system, which uses matched audio
components, includes loudspeakers, acoustic enclosures, hardware-free
grilles, trim rings, plaster rings, and tile bridges.

Strategy Series components may be mixed and matched to provide an
at trac tive, high-quality and eco nom i cal so lu tion for meeting the music and
voice-com mu ni ca tion needs of owners, ar chi tects, con trac tors and con sult­ants. The wide dispersion of the 4" series loudspeakers makes the system
ideal for low-ceiling applications since fewer loudspeakers are required to
achieve proper coverage with desired sound levels. The series offers two
performance levels: standard and high-performance. Respective levels are
determined by selected loudspeaker/enclosure combination.

The 4" system is perfect for commercial, institutional and retail venues
where high-fidelity music and/or clear voice communication are required.
Easier, faster installation and a superior overall appearance are the three
most distinguishable characteristics of the Strategy Series.

Acoustic Enclosures - FA97-4 Series and FA95-4 Series

Strategy Series

FA95-4

Strategy Series 4" loudspeaker enclosures are acoustically-treated, front­load ing units, equipped for installation in ceilings up to 23⁄8" thick. Models
FA97-4 and FA95-4 feature depths of 75⁄8" and 61⁄8", respectively. The
deeper, FA97-4 allows for extended low-frequency response and is also
lined with sound-deadening, 5⁄16" thick acoustic batting (2 lb./ft3 density)
and features an acoustic fiber board bottom to prevent "oil canning".
Both styles are equipped with conduit knockouts and are available
without knockouts (NK) to meet respective building code requirements.
Enclosures are constructed of CRS (22-gauge top ring & 20-gauge
bottom/sides), painted and include four threaded inserts for loudspeaker
installation and three stud receptacles for accepting Strategy Series
grilles. Both models are electro galvanized.

Model FA97-4 and FA95-4 install quickly and easily in plas ter, drywall,
or suspended tile ceilings up to 2
rotating clamps that rotate and secure into position with a screwdriver.
The enclosures front-load Atlas Sound's 4" diameter Strategy Series
loudspeaker Model FA134T87. This direct loud speak er-to-enclosure
mount ing meth od re moves all load-bearing re quire ments from the
grille, allowing the use of welded studs for convenient, push-on
grille installation — a time-saving feature which presents a clean and
hardware-free ap pear ance. It also facilitates fast and easy grille re mov al
for painting or other maintenance.

FA97-4 Enclosures allow the high-performance coaxial FA134T87 to
achieve max i mum potential. This high-quality loudspeaker/enclosure
combination is perfect for applications where high-fidelity music and
intelligible speech are im per a tive.

FA95-4 Models are economical system enclosures with less depth than
FA97-4 models. They are suited for installations requiring quality voice
trans mis sion, music and signal reproduction in com mer cial, industrial
and in sti tu tion al ap pli ca tions.

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⁄8" thick utilizing three, easy-to-adjust

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Specifications

Trim Ring - Model FA-TR4

FA97-4(NK)*

A 57⁄16" (138mm)

B 75⁄8" (194mm)

C 711⁄16" (17.5mm)

Cutout Diameter 61⁄2" (165mm)

Rec. Speaker* FA134T87

Weight 2.0 lbs. /.9 kg.

Int. Volume .10ft

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FA95-4

A 57⁄16" (138mm)

B 61⁄8" (155.6mm)

C 711⁄16" (17.5mm)

Cutout Diameter 61⁄2" (165mm)

Rec. Speaker* FA134T87

Weight 1.75 lbs. /.8 kg.

Int. Volume .8ft

*(NK)= Models Without Knockouts

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Mounting Accessories

Plaster Ring - Model FAPR-4

Model FAPR-4 plaster ring is used to mount Strategy Series 4"
loudspeakers into ceilings and walls for applications where an enclosure
cannot be used, or where it is not desired. Unit is con struct ed with the
same internal mounting flange as FA97-4 and FA95-4 en clo sures. It may
be used to mount non-transformer equipped loudspeaker models into
walls having a min. depth of 27⁄16". The FAPR-4 will facilitate installation
of transformer-equipped loudspeaker models into walls with a minimum
depth of 43⁄8" *. Plaster ring is con struct ed of 20-gauge CRS and finished
in textured black epoxy. It is equipped with four threaded inserts
for loudspeaker installation and three stud re cep ta cles for mounting
Strategy Series grilles. The mounting mechanism is comprised of three
rotating clamps (included).

The Strategy Series FA-TR4 trim ring/rough-in bracket, for wall or ceiling­mount applications, installs prior to the drywall and serves as a pattern
cut-out for the drywall contractor to finish-out the wall leaving the proper
opening for a FA97-4 or FA95-4 enclosure and also a FAPR-4 Plaster
Ring. This step identifies pre-wire location, expediting sound system
installation. Trim ring measures 255⁄8"L and will accommodate 3⁄8" to 11⁄4"
drywall. Mounting holes are pro vid ed to match both 16" and 24" center
studs. FA-TR4 is finished in black epoxy.

FA-TR4

A 255⁄8" (651mm)

B 65⁄8" (168mm)

C 111⁄4" (285mm)

Weight 1.5 lbs. /.7kg.

Tile Bridge - Model FA81-4

The Strategy Series™ tile bridge for 4" loudspeakers is designed to
prevent ceiling tile sag by distributing the loudspeaker assembly weight
to the ceiling’s support mem bers. Model FA81-4 accepts enclosure
Model Series FA95-4 and FA97-4, Plaster Ring Model FAPR-4 and is
con struct ed of 24-gauge electro-galvanized steel.

FA81-4

A 141⁄8" (359mm)

B 235⁄8" (600mm)

C 61⁄2" (165mm)

Weight 2.38 lbs. /1.1 kg.

FAPR-4

A 53⁄8" (137mm)

B 79⁄16" (192mm)

C

Cutout Diameter 61⁄2 (165mm)

Weight 5 lbs. /227kg.

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Attractive, Easy-Fit Grilles

FA720-4

FA51-4, FA170-4, FA720-4, and FA730-4

Strategy Series grilles push mount for fast and easy installation without
tools. They are also aesthetically pleasing both in size and overall
ap pear ance. This unique grille design utilizes three specially configured,
serrated, welded studs for secure, push-on in stal la tion, achieving a
clean, hardware-free appearance. The grilles are avail able in a choice of
three round styles and one square version to meet all types of interior
decor and budget con sid er ations. All models are con struct ed of CRS and
finished in textured white epoxy or a combination of textured white and
black enamel. Each of these grilles were designed to be use with the
FA97-4, FA95-4 enclosures and the FAPR-4 Plaster Ring only.

The functional and economic FA51-4 round grille features a one-piece,
stamped, perforated opening which is compatible with most ceiling
styles. The grille's 1⁄8" diameter holes are equally spaced, forming a
per fo ra tion pattern which allows for high-quality sound transmission.

Square Model FA170-4 features an in te gral ly designed subplate with
slotted cut outs enabling the grille to be positioned for directional ceiling
requirements.This exclusive feature allows for independent grille rotation
regardless of mounted back box position. The three push-mount grille
studs are sand wiched in be tween the grille and subplate, allowing the
studs to rotate within the slotted cutouts as the grille is turned.

Aesthetic value highlights the round Strategy FA720-4 grille. The unit's
sturdy, two piece construction features a perforated, mesh grille,
welded to a formed outer ring. The grille's perforated design and narrow
ring width enable it to em brace se lec tive applications, while providing
optimum speaker per for mance.

The unique and contemporary design of the FA730-4 grille compliments
any surrounding decor and offers excellent voice/music transmission
through standard perforation design. The grille features a textured
white trim ring, accented by black regressed step-rings and black
finished perforation. When installed, the grille gives the appearance of a
recessed spot or down light.

Grille Dimensions 77⁄8" Diameter x 5⁄16" Projection (200mm x 8mm)

Speak er FA134T87

Enclosure FA97-4, FA95-4

Mtg.Ring FAPR-4

FA730-4

Grille Dimensions 77⁄8" Diameter x 3⁄8" Projection (200 x 9.5mm)

Speak er FA134T87

Enclosure FA97-4, FA95-4

Mtg.Ring FAPR-4

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General signaling (1480 non-fire) includes all speaker/transformer combinations

(except models with HT-82) when used with a UL listed enclosure and baffle.

FA51-4

Grille Dimensions 85⁄8" Diameter x 1⁄4" Projection (216mm x 5.8mm)

Speak er FA134T87

Enclosure FA97-4, FA95-4

Mtg.Ring FAPR-4

FA170-4

Grille Dimensions 93⁄4" Square x 5⁄16" Projection (248mm x 8mm)

Speak er FA134T87

Enclosure FA97-4, FA95-4

Mtg.Ring FAPR-4

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FA720-4 FA730-4

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Architect and Engineer Specifications

Loudspeaker system shall be Atlas Sound Strategy Series™. System
shall be UL listed and include a coaxial, 4" loudspeaker Model FA134,
matched en clo sure Model ____(FA97-4, FA97-4NK) and flush grille
Mod el ____(FA51-4, FA720-4, FA730-4). Strategy Series loudspeaker,
enclosures and grilles shall be listed by Underwriters Laboratories (UL
1480 General Signaling) to U.S. and Canadian safety standards. Nominal
fre quen cy re sponse of the sys tem shall be 110 Hz to 20 kHz and the
sensitivity shall be 92dB (peak) measured at 1W / 1M across the full
bandwidth. Power rating shall be 25 watts. Unit shall be comprised
of a 4" diameter low frequency driver and a
Magnet shall be a 10 oz. and the voice coil diameter shall be 1" (25mm).
Dispersion shall be 130° measured in the enclosure at -6dB, 2kHz octave
band. Trans form er-equipped models shall in clude fac to ry wired ____ (

70.7) volt trans form er with pri ma ry taps of _____(.5, 1, 2 & 4 or 1, 2,
4, and 8). Loudspeaker shall front-load to specified enclosure model
FA97-4(NK) or Model FAPR-4 plas ter rings. Strategy Series® enclosures
shall use clamping dogs for ceiling mounting and stud receivers for grille
mounting. The FA97 enclosure models shall be lined with high density
acoustic batting.

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⁄2" high frequency driver.

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