Make the electrical con-
nections.
Make the electrical connection between the SolidDrive SD1
and the speaker cable using the Eurostyle connector attached
to the end of the SolidDrive SD1 audio cable. The polarity of
the wiring is clearly indicated (Figure 3).
STEP
gure 3. Eurostyle connector
Apply adhesive to the
drywall surface and base
of the SolidDrive SD1.
If possible, position the drywall panel so that the SolidDrive
SD1 is at the center of the panel or as far from the edge
of the panel as possible. This will allow proper distribution
of sound and the SolidDrive SD1 will function with optimum
performance. Prior to mounting, take measurements of the
new drywall panel to determine the exact area that will come
in contact with the base of the SolidDrive SD1 and spray
that area liberally with the 3M® Super 77 contact spray
adhesive. Also, liberally spray the surface of the oversized
mounting base of the SolidDrive SD1 (masking around the
base is highly recommended to prevent overspray). IMPORT-
ANT: Failure to apply the adhesive to both the drywall surface
and oversized mounting base will prevent the system from
functioning properly.
STEP
screwed into position. Apply joint compound in the crack be-
tween the drywall panels and proceed with the normal mud
and tape routine. The joint compound placed between the
panels will improve the distribution of sound as well as the
overall sound quality.
Equalize the SolidDrive
SD1 sound system.
The surface material plays a key role in the system’s sound
performance. To ensure an optimal listening experience the
installer MUST equalize the SolidDrive SD1 system. Equal-
ization is accomplished by using SolidDrive SD-250 ampli-
er with EQ set to Dry Wall (this yields the highest quality
sound), the optional SolidDrive Drywall Passive Equalization
Module (not UL approved) or using the auto equalization fea-
ture available on some receivers.
STEP
INSTALLATION IS NOW COMPLETE - ENJOY THE
SOLIDDRIVE SD1 SOUND SYSTEM
Now that you’ve completed the installation process and
equalization, you canenjoy True Audio Perfection of the Solid-
Drive SD1 sound system.
HIGH OUTPUT INSTALLATIONS
For installations requiring high output, such as a home the-
ater or other high output type applications, two SolidDrive
SD1’s should be used for each of the high output channels.
For example the left, right, and center channel of a home
theater or the left and right channels of a high output stereo
system. The two SD1’s should be wired in series for each of
the high output channels about 4 to 6 inches apart (Figure
4). For maximum output each SolidDrive channel should have
available at least 20 square feet of surface area.
Install the new drywall
panels.
Immediately install the drywall before the spray adhesive
sets up (approximately 10 minutes). This allows adjustment
of the panel before the nal location is determined. The dry-
wall panel is to be tted to the wall studs or ceiling joists and
STEP
gure 4. SolidDrive’s SD1 wired in series
for high output installations
