Atlas IED FA-TR6 User Manual

Specifications subject to change without notice

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Strategy Series

Patented Mounting System

DIMENSIONS

CUT-OUT RECOMMENDED NET WT. INTERNAL

MODEL A B C DIA.

SPEAKER** LBS / KGS VOLUME

FA97-6(NK)*

7" 75⁄8"93⁄8"85⁄16"

FA136

2.75 / 1.25 .17 ft

3

(178mm) (194mm) (238mm) (211mm)

FA116

FA95-6(NK)*

7" 61⁄8"93⁄8”85⁄16"

FA116

2.25 / 1.02 .14 ft

3

(178mm) (156mm) (238mm

(211mm)

*(NK)= Models Without Knockouts
**FA136 and FA116 loudspeakers may be mounted in either FA97-6(NK) or FA95-6(NK) enclosures
UL listed 2043 Plenum Rated

FA97-6 Series

FA95-6 Series

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION & APPLICATIONS

The patented Strategy Series (U.S. Patent #5206464) loudspeaker system was carefully engi­neered to provide excellent audio performance as well as optimum aesthetic and installation
advantages in new or existing construction. The innovative system, which uses matched audio
components, includes loudspeakers, recessed acoustic enclosures, surface-mount enclosures
and hardware-free grilles, trim rings, plaster rings and tile bridges.

Strategy Series components may be mixed and matched to provide an attractive, high-quality
and economical solution for meeting the music and voice-communication needs of owners, ar­chitects, contractors and consultants. The 6" Strategy Series loudspeakers combine the high
performance of an eight-inch loudspeaker with the wide dispersion of a four-inch to produce
optimum sound reproduction. The series offers two performance levels: high-performance and
commercial. Respective levels are determined by selected loudspeaker/enclosure combination.
(See chart below for recommended combinations.)

The 6” system is perfect for professional, commercial, institutional, retail and custom installation
venues where high-fidelity music and/or clear voice communication are required. High fidelity
sound, efficient installation and a superior overall appearance are the three most distinguish­able characteristics of the Strategy Series.

ACOUSTIC RECESSED ENCLOSURES - FA97-6 AND FA95-6 MODELS

Strategy Series 6" recessed loudspeaker enclosures are acoustically-treated, front-loading
units, equipped for installation in ceilings up to 1

1

⁄4" thick. Models FA97-6 and FA95-6 feature
depths of 75⁄8" and 61⁄8", respectively. The deeper, FA97-6 allows for extended low-frequency
response and is also lined with sound-deadening, 5⁄16" acoustic batting (2 lb./cu.ft. 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-ga. top ring & 20-ga. bottom/sides) and
include four threaded inserts for loudspeaker installation and three stud receptacles for accept­ing Strategy Series grilles. Both models are finished in black epoxy.

Model FA97-6 and FA95-6 install quickly and easily in plaster, drywall, or suspended tile ceil­ings up to 1

1

⁄4

" thick utilizing three, easy-to-adjust rotating clamps that secure into position with
a screwdriver. The enclosures front-load Atlas Sound's Strategy Series 6" dia. loudspeaker
Models FA136 and FA116. (Refer to SL1-1436 and SL1-1437 for respective loudspeaker speci­fications and loudspeaker/transformer model numbers.) This direct loudspeaker-to-enclosure
mounting method removes all load-bearing requirements 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 appearance. It also facilitates fast and easy grille removal for paint­ing or other maintenance.

FA97-6 Eenclosures allow the high-performance coaxial FA136 and the full-range FA116 loud­speaker to achieve maximum potential. This high-quality loudspeaker/enclosure combination is
perfect for applications where high-fidelity music and intelligible speech are imperative.

FA95-6 Enclosures are economy versions with less depth which are ideal for systems requiring
quality voice transmission, background music and signal reproduction in commercial, industrial
and institutional applications.

STRATEGY SERIES

6" MOUNTING SYSTEM ACCESSORIES

Enclosures, Grilles
Tile Bridge, Plaster

and T rim Rings

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CUT -OUT NET WEIGHT

MODEL A B C DIMENSION LBS / KGS
FAPR-6 6

7

⁄8"9

3

⁄8"

7

⁄8"8

5

⁄16" 2.75 lbs

(175mm) (238mm) (22mm) (211mm) (1.25kgs)

FAPR-6

FA-TR6

MOUNTING ACCESSORIES

PLASTER RING - MODEL FAPR-6

Model FAPR-6 plaster ring is used to mount Strategy Series™ 6" loudspeakers into ceilings
and walls for applications where an enclosure cannot be used, or where it is not desired. Unit
is constructed with the same internal mounting flange as FA97-6 and FA95-6 enclosures. It
may be used to mount non-transformer equipped loudspeaker models into walls having a min.
depth of 3

1

⁄2"*. The FAPR-6 will facilitate installation of transformer-equipped loudspeaker mod-
els into walls with a minimum depth of 51⁄2"*. Plaster ring is constructed of 20-gauge CRS and
finished in textured black epoxy. It is equipped with four threaded inserts for loudspeaker
installation and three stud receptacles for mounting Strategy Series grilles. The mounting
mechanism is comprised of three rotating clamps (included).

*Measured from the front of the mounting surface to the rear of the inside mounting area.

NET WEIGHT

MODEL A B C LBS / KGS
FA-TR6 255⁄8"8

3

⁄8"11

1

⁄4" 1.25 lbs

(651mm) (213mm) (285mm) (.57 kgs)

B

A

TRIM RING - MODEL FA-TR6

The Strategy Series FA-TR6 trim ring/rough-in bracket, for wall or ceiling-mount 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 FA97-6 or FA95-6 enclosure. This step identifies pre­wire location, expediting sound system installation. Trim ring measures 255⁄8"L and will accom-
modate

3

⁄8" to 11⁄4" drywall. Mounting holes are provided to match both 16" and 24" center studs.

FA-TR6 is finished in black epoxy.

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NET WEIGHT

MODEL A B C LBS / KGS
FA81-6 14

1

⁄8"23

5

⁄8"8

1

⁄8" 2.3 lbs

(359mm) (600mm) (206mm) (1.0kgs)

MOUNTS

MODEL GRILLE DIMENSIONS SPEAKER ENCLOSURE or MTG.RING
FA51-6 95⁄8" Dia. x 5⁄16" Proj. (245 x 8mm) FA116 FA97-6
FA170-6 101⁄

8" SQ. x

5

⁄

16" Proj. (257 x 8mm) & & FAPR-6

FA720-6 95⁄8" Dia. x 5⁄16" Proj. (245 x 8mm) FA136 FA95-6
FA730-6 9

5

⁄8" Dia. x 1⁄2" Proj. (245 x 13mm)

ATTRACTIVE, EASY-FIT GRILLES - FA51-6, FA170-6, FA720-6 & FA730-6

Strategy Series grilles push mount for fast and easy installation without tools. They are also
aesthetically pleasing both in size and overall appearance. This unique grille design utilizes
three specially configured, serrated, welded studs for secure, push-on installation, achieving a
clean, hardware-free appearance. Stud-mount design also provides for easy grille removal dur­ing ceiling/wall painting and maintenance. The grilles are available in a choice of three round
styles and one square version to meet all types of interior decor and budget considerations. All
models are constructed of CRS and finished in textured white epoxy or a combination of tex­tured white and black enamel.

The functional and economic FA51-6 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 perforation pattern which allows for high-quality sound transmission. Net
weight: .70 lbs (318g).

Square Model FA170-6 features an integrally designed subplate with slotted cutouts enabling
the grille to be positioned for meeting directional ceiling requirements. This exclusive feature
allows for independent grille rotation regardless of mounted back box position. The three push­mount grille studs are sandwiched in between the grille and subplate, allowing the studs to
rotate within the slotted cutouts as the grille is turned. Net weight: 1.5 lbs (.68kgs)

Aesthetic value highlights the round Strategy FA720-6 grille. The unit's sturdy, two- piece con­struction features a perforated, mesh grille, welded to a formed outer ring. The grille's perforat­ed design with narrow ring width enable it to embrace selective applications, while providing
optimum speaker performance. Net weight: .63 lbs (286g)

The unique and contemporary design of the FA730-6 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.
Net weight: .81 lbs (369g)

FA730-6

FA720-6

FA170-6

FA51-6

FA81-6

MOUNTING ACCESSORIES (CONTINUED)

TILE BRIDGE - Model FA81-6

The Strategy Series™ tile bridge for 6" loudspeakers is designed to prevent ceiling tile sag by
distributing the loudspeaker assembly weight to the ceiling’s support members. Model FA81-6
is constructed of 24-gauge electro-galvanized steel and accepts both FA97-6 and FA95-6
Series enclosures and FAPR-6 Plaster Ring.

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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.

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Max. thickness

of 11⁄4"

STRATEGY SERIES™6" SYSTEM INSTALLATION

Figure 1: Enclosures mount quickly using rotating clamps. Grille push-mounts with “easy-fit”

welded studs.
Figure 2: Enclosure installation from below ceiling using tile bridge above. This room-side in-

stallation into suspended tile utilizes rotating clamps to sandwich tile between bridge and
enclosure. Max. ceiling thickness is 1

1

⁄4".

Figure 3: Enclosure installation from above ceiling using tile bridge (new construction).
Rotating clamps are used to pre-mount tile bridge to enclosure, allowing system to be posi­tioned in ceiling before tiles are set. Please note maximum ceiling thickness in this application
is

5

⁄8" to allow grille studs to mount into enclosure.

Figure 4: Enclosure installation from below ceiling without tile bridge. This blind-mount instal­lation method, which is most common in plaster, drywall and retrofit applications, is accom­plished by cutting an opening to size, inserting the enclosure and rotating the clamps. Max.
ceiling thickness is 1

1

⁄4".

Figure 5: Illustrates wall-mount installation using plaster ring Model FAPR-6. A minimum wall
depth of 3

1

⁄2" (from rim of the plaster ring to the back of the speaker) is required for mounting.

ARCHITECT AND ENGINEER SPECIFICATIONS

Please refer to SL1-1436 (FA136) or SL1-1437 (FA116) for architectural and engi­neering system specifications.

FIG. 1

FIG. 2

FIG. 3

FIG. 4

FIG. 5

Ceiling

Welded Stud for

Pre-Mount Installation

Rotating Clamp

Area of detail for Figures 2, 3 & 4

Tile Bridge

Tile Bridge

31⁄

2" Min. Depth from rim

of plaster ring to back
of 6" Strategy speaker.

Note:Transformer
equipped models
require 5

1

⁄

2" depth.

Max. thickness

of 11⁄

4

"

Max. thickness

of 5⁄

8

"