Black-
Red-
Yellow-
Blue-
10 W: 5 wire input
10 W
COM
10 W
5 W
2.5 W
Figure 4 Transformer connections
AMP SolidDrive SolidDrive SolidDrive
®
Figure 2
SolidDrive
SD1-T
mounting
bracket
attached to
the wall studs
STEP 3
Insert the SolidDrive into the bracket
Feed the SolidDrive SD1-T cable through the round opening in the face of the mounting
bracket. Insert the SolidDrive SD1-T through the same opening with the oversized
mounting base facing outward toward the side that the drywall will be installed and
ush against the bracket face. Align the pre-drilled holes in the mounting base to the
threaded holes in the bracket face (Figure 3). Attach the SolidDrive SD1-T securely to
the mounting bracket using the 4 Phillips at head machine screws.
Figure 3
SolidDrive
SD1-T
being installed
into the
mounting
bracket
STEP 4
Electrical Connections
Make the electrical connection between the
SolidDrive SD1-T and the speaker cable using
the desired transformer setting. NOTE: When
installed in Canada, this product must be
installed in accordance with the Canadian
Electrical Code, C22.1, Part1.
Connecting Multiple SolidDrives
Connect the amplier (-) terminal to all black (COM) wires for all SolidDrives in the
system. Connect the amplier (+) terminal to the colored wire that corresponds to the
desired power tap for each SolidDrive in the system. Trim off the exposed bare wire on
all unused wires and ensure that they cannot short to each other. Failure to do so may
result in misoperation and place an unexpected load on the amplier.
STEP 5
Apply adhesive to the drywall surface and base of the SolidDrive
If possible, position the drywall panel so that the SolidDrive SD1-T 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-T 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 SD1-T and
spray that area liberally with the 3M®Super 77 Spray Adhesive. Also, liberally spray
the surface of the oversized mounting base of the SolidDrive SD1-T (masking around
the base is highly recommended to prevent overspray). NOTE: Failure to apply the
adhesive to both the drywall surface and oversized mounting base will prevent the
system from functioning properly.
STEP 6
EXISTING DRYWALL
For reinstalling the rectangle drywall panel that was cut out to install the SolidDrive
SD1-T, it is important to create a uniform seal between the cut drywall and the
existing drywall. This will allow proper distribution of sound and the SolidDrive SD1-T
will function with optimum performance. Apply fast setting joint compound, not vinyl
based, in the space between the cutout section and the existing drywall panel. Make
sure to ll the space completely with drwall compound then proceed with the normal
taping, sanding, and nishing routine.
STEP 7
INSTALL THE NEW DRYWALL
Immediately install the new drywall before the spray adhesive sets up (approximately
10 minutes). This allows adjustment of the panel before the nal location is
determined. The drywall panel is to be tted to the wall studs or ceiling joists and
screwed into position. Apply joint compound in the space between the drywall panels
and proceed with the normal taping, sanding, and nishing routine. The joint
compound lled between the panels will improve volume of sound as well as overall
sound quality.
INSTALLATION OF SOLIDDRIVE SD1sm-T TO WOOD SURFACES
By utilizing these basic installation steps, you can install the SolidDrive SD1sm-T on
wood, laminate, composites, and other porous surfaces. The SD1sm-T is commonly
used on desks, conference tables, cabinetry, and other furniture.
Figure 1
Mounting the
SolidDrive
SD1sm-T to a
table.
Once you have detemined where to mount the SD1sm-T, spray a think layer of 3M®
Super 77 adhesive on the bottom of the SolidDrive, then use the appropriate length
wood screws to attach it securely to the surface. The adhesive improves the sonic
transmission between the drive and the surface. The best mounting location is
typically out of sight on the underside or back of desks, counter tops, conference
tables, or other ofce/home furniture. The four pre-drilled mounting holes on the
SolidDrive SD1sm-T oversized mounting base will hold screws as large as #9.
Some installations may require that pilot holes be drilled into the surface material
due to its hardness, especially if larger, coarse thread screws are used.
INSTALLATION OF SOLIDDRIVE SD1g-T TO GLASS SURFACES
For installation on glass surfaces, the SolidDrive SD1g-T comes with a VHB double-sided
adhesive disc.
Figure 1
Mounting the
SolidDrive
SD1g-T to
glass.
The SolidDrive SD1g-T should be mounted in an inconspicuous location of the
window. Simply apply the VHB pad that comes with the drive to the base of the drive
(the side opposite the label). Remove one side of the protective layers from the VHB
disc and apply to the base of the SD1g-T. Then remove the other protective layer and
apply to glass surface with moderate pressure.
When mounting the SolidDrive on the window, keep it about 4 to 6 inches from the
window frame. The SolidDrive SD1g-T will have a maximum output with at least 20
square feet of window surface space.
