INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
MARINER™H20 INDOOR/OUTDOOR
HIGH OUTPUT LOUDSPEAKER
PN.33-1699 3.99
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your H20 speaker, basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire,electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Retain the safety and operating instructions for future reference.
3. Follow all warnings and instructions in this manual and marked
on the product.
4. Any service or repair required must be performed by qualified,
factory authorized personnel.
5. Never touch the drivers or push objects of any kind into this
product through the grilles.
MARINER H2O SPEAKERS
Congratulations on your choice of the Sonance® Mariner High
Output speakers. The H2O is the ideal speaker for applications
requiring the high fidelity and ruggedness of the Mariner series,with
extended low frequency response, extended input sensitivity, and
greater power handling ability. Both the 1" cloth dome tweeter
and twin 5-1/4" polypropylene woofers are magnetically shielded for
freedom of placement.Optimum sound coverage of any area is easily
achieved with fewer speakers thanks to the H2O’s high output and
convenient multi-pivot bracket system.
Sonance also offers the largest selection of high fidelity in-wall/
in-ceiling speakers in the world, as well as a wide variety of products
for custom home and commercial installations. Visit the Sonance
World Wide Web site at http://www.sonance.com or your authorized
dealer for more information on the extensive range of speakers,
amplifiers, and custom installation products available from Sonance.
GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR MARINER H2O SPEAKERS
When properly installed and mated with other high fidelity
components, your H2Os will provide many years of entertainment
pleasure.To realize the full potential of your new speakers,please read
all instructions before starting the installation process.
Careful placement of your H2O speakers will allow listeners to enjoy
the full frequency response the speakers offer.With the flexibility to
mount on poles,walls, or railings, you can take advantage of a range
of installation options.
Remember that the high frequency drivers (in the center of the
enclosure) must be at or above the ear level of listeners to retain the
full sound spectrum. Consider if listeners will be seated or standing,
then mount the H2Os where they will not be obscured.
Use quality speaker wire to permit the H2Os to achieve their full sonic
potential. Select oxygen-free Sonance Gold, Silver, or Bronze
MediaLinQ®plenum cable as appropriate to your installation. We
recommend 18-gauge wire for runs of less than 50 feet, 16-gauge for
runs of 50-100 feet, and 14-gauge for runs over 100 feet.
INSTALLATION
Read “Getting The Most From Your Mariner H2O Speakers” and
plan speaker locations. If this is your first installation of a Mariner
speaker, read all of the installation instructions before beginning.
UNPACK SPEAKER
Verify package contents:
• One Sonance Mariner
H2O speaker
• One C-bracket
• Two bracket knobs
• Four mounting screws
• These instructions
• War ra nt y c ard
These additional tools and
materials are required:
• Sonance MediaLinQ
speaker wire
• Banana plugs or spade
lugs (optional)
• Wire strippers
ASSEMBLY
See Diagram 1 for assembly
of the patent pending
multi-axis pivot bracket.
Secure speaker and bracket to the chosen mounting surface.
SPEAKER PLACEMENT
Your H2O speakers has the same
versatility as the other Mariner
series speakers.This includes the
use of a specially designed
C-mounting bracket that allows
for flush-fit installations in areas
that are not readily accessible
(under eaves, corners, etc. See
Diagram 2).
Indoor usage can include, but
is not limited to a subwoofer/
satellite system. The H2O is ideally suited because of its smooth
crossover points and wide tonal range.The MC center channel would
greatly complement the use of the H2O as left/right/surround channels.
As with any home theater or music listening environment, the H2O is
ideally placed with the tweeter aimed at the listener's ear level.
SIDE VIEW
BACK VIEW
OF BRACKET
Hole for
Speaker Wire
Diagram 1
90˚
135˚
0˚
MOUNTING WALL
Diagram 2
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CONNECT SPEAKER WIRE
IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to connect speakers to any source
(amplifier, receiver) that is turned on. Check to assure that
the amplifier designated to power the speakers is OFF before
attempting connection.
Strip 1/2" of insulation from each speaker wire. Attach the positive
conductor to the red(+) 5-way binding post and the negative wire to
the black(–) post. The posts on your H2O will accept up to 14-gauge
wire. To connect, loosen the nut on the binding post until the hole in
the post is visible. Twist the stripped end of the wire and insert
through the hole,then snug the nut.Do not over tighten. Wire may be
optionally terminated with banana plugs, or soldered or crimped
spade lugs.Finally, connect the + and - leads to the designated terminals on your amplifier or receiver(See Diagram 3).
NOTE: Polarity of wiring is critical. All positive leads (+) must
be attached to red connectors throughout the system.
PAINTING THE H2O
All Mariner series speakers feature a tough polypropylene finish that
may be painted to color match your surroundings.For outdoor installations,use a weather resistant outdoor paint.
First, remove the grille by carefully prying it away from the baffle.
Always protect the driver components from paint when spraying. To
create protective insert, trace the grille on a piece of cardboard or
foam board, then cut just inside the line. Place the resulting “paint
plug” inside the baffle during painting. Do not use the speaker with
the plug in place.
The aluminum grille may also be painted. Use very thin paint (5:1
dilution) to avoid plugging the holes. Remove the grille from the
speaker to avoid damaging the drivers during painting.
COMMERCIAL APPLICATIONS
The Mariner H2O can be pole-mounted for certain outdoor and
commercial applications(see diagram 4). With the implementation
of stainless steel hardware (U-bolts, washers,nuts not included), the
H2O mounting system can withstand the rigors of outdoor use.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
1. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners on the speakers.
2. To clean your speakers, wipe the grilles with a soft cloth dampened
with water. You may remove the grilles to wash and dry them. The
baffle and drivers may be dusted by gentle use of “canned air”
commonly used to clean cameras and computer equipment.
3. Sine wave test tones can damage your H2O and should only be used
at low volume levels for short periods.
4. Do not expose your H2O to construction dust, dirt, or airborne
paint particles. If the area in which your speakers are installed is
subject to potentially damaging airborne particles, you may remove
the grilles, temporarily cover them with paper or plastic food wrap,
then replace them over the speakers.Be sure to remove this protective
cover after the dirty activity is complete and the room is thoroughly
cleaned.
Serial No.
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33-1752 1.99
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SIDE VIEW
BACK VIEW
OF BRACKET
BACK VIEW
OF SPEAKER
Diagram 3
SIDE VIEW
BACK VIEW
OF BRACKET
1/2" O.D.
METAL CONDUIT
PIPE OR EQUIVALENT
STAINLESS STEEL
U BOLT
WASHERS
NUTS
Diagram 3
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