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ENGLISH IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This product was designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and safety standards. There are, however, some installation and operation precautions which you should be particularly aware of. Read Instructions. All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the system is operated. Retain Instructions. The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. Heed Warnings.
SAFE LIMITS OF OPERATION Polk Audio specifies the recommended amplification range for each of its passive (non-amplified) loudspeakers. Typically that specification will be expressed as a range of power such as 20-200 Watts (per channel). It is important to understand what those numbers mean when choosing a receiver or amplifier for your Polk Audio loudspeakers. The lower number indicates the lowest continuous rated power that will yield acceptable performance in a typical listening environment.
INVENTORY LIST Important Note: If anything is missing or damaged, or if your speaker fails to operate, notify Polk Audio Customer Support Services immediately at 800-377-7655.
. ATRIUM SAT300 PAINTING THE SAT300 LOUDSPEAKER While the Atrium SAT300 has a colorimpregnated finish that enables it to blend in with your landscaping and outdoor furnishings, the cabinet is paintable. Should you choose to paint your speakers, follow these instructions: Before you begin, you will need: • A spray can of primer paint (Krylon Sandable Spray Primer #1318). • A spray can of the outdoor paint of your choice. • A paperclip or thin blade (for removing the paintable grille). • Masking tape.
I ATRIUM SUB100 PAINTING THE SUB100 SUBWOOFER While the Atrium SUB100 has a colorimpregnated finish that enables it to blend in with your landscaping and outdoor furnishings, the cabinet is paintable. Should you choose to paint your speakers, follow these instructions: Before you begin, you will need: • A spray can of primer paint (Krylon Sandable Spray Primer #1318). • A spray can of the outdoor paint of your choice. • Masking tape. • Paint mask (not included) to cover un-paintable parts.
MOUNTING THE ATRIUM SAT300 GROUND MOUNT Exploded View of SAT300 To mount the SAT300 into the ground with a security plate, you will need the following hardware: Cabinet SAT300 speaker Ground stake Security plate Rubber bumper • (1) #10 pan head screw (for security plate) • (1) .25" split ring lock washer • (2) #6 pan head screws (for speaker assembly to the stake) Clamp Knob • • • • #6 Pan Rubber bumper Ground stake Bracket Security plate (Optional) #10 Pan head screw --.:::::::~~~::::::_ .
I Instructions Ground Mount Without Security Plate 1. Attach stake to security plate using the #10 pan head screw and .25" split ring lock washer. If you choose to mount the SAT300 loudspeaker in the ground without the security plate, be sure the ground is compact enough to hold the speaker and stake securely in the ground. Gently drive the ground stake into the ground using a rubber mallet and follow instructions from step 4 . 2. Dig a hole to the diameter of the security plate (6.
PENDANT MOUNT To pendant mount the SAT300, you will need the following hardware: • • • • • • • SAT300 Loudspeaker Eyebolt (with nut) (1) .25" split ring lock washer Two faston connectors Pendant cable (not included) Loudspeaker wire (not included) Pendant cap Eyebolt - - - . . ~ Nut 1 Lock washer - • Pendant cable ~ Penda_n_t_ _ , . .
I Instructions: Note: A pendant cable (not included) is required to hang the Atrium SAT300 loudspeaker from a ceiling or overhead beam. Use a cable that meets or exceeds the safety and/or building codes applicable to the mounting situation. The speaker weighs 3.5 lbs. on its own. 1. Determine how far down from your ceiling or beam you want your loudspeaker to hang. 4. Expose the loudspeaker spade terminals on the back of the cabinet by removing the knob, clamp and bracket. 2.
Mounting Template BRACKET MOUNT For more solid mounting, screw the bracket directly into a weight-bearing stud on the mounting surface. To bracket mount the SAT300, you will need the following hardware: • • • • SAT300 speaker Rubber bumper (optional) (2) #6 pan head screws SAT300 Mounting Template Instructions 1. Determine where you want to mount the speaker. 2. Hold the mounting template to the mounting surface and mark the screw hole locations with a pencil. 3.
MOUNTING THE ATRIUM SUB100 The SUBl00 can be located anywhere you desire. ~(,.....i i _ ___._ _ _ _ (_ .25" (.635cm) DECK MOUNT 1. Determine where you want to l.ocate the subwoofer. 2. Measure the center-to-center distance between the key-hole slots and install two #10 mounting screws into the deck, leaving .25" of the screws exposed above the surface. Keyhole Slots Security Eyebolt 3.
ATRIUM SAT300 & ATRIUM SUB100 HOOKUP DIRECTIONS: Connect only two SAT300 Speakers per stereo channel. (Not sold in pairs.) The Atrium SAT300 and Atrium SUBl00 each come with 3 feet of CL3 speaker wire, which is rated for underground burial. The SAT300 has two conductors - one red that is labeled "+" and one black that is labeled "-". The SUBlO0 has four conductors (white, green, red and black) because it has a dual voice coil.
SAT300 SAT300 SUBl00 #1 #2 Amplifier Output + Red - Black All speaker connections should be made with the provided wire nuts. We recommend filling each wire nut with a little silicone sealant to ensure a weatherproof connection. Left Amp #1 + Red - Black Right + White - Green + Red - Black Left Right You must always connect the left and right channels to achieve maximum output. Observe positive ( +) and negative (-) polarity.
NOTE You will need additional 2 conductor and 4 conductor Direct Burial Underground speaker wire if you want to run the SAT300's farther than the 3 feet provided. For distances of 100 feet or less we recommend 14 AWG (Gauge) wire. For distances greater than 100 feet we recommend 12 AWG (Gauge).
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II NOTE You will need an additional 2 conductor and 4 conductor Direct Burial Underground speaker wire if you want to run the SAT300's farther than the 3 feet provided. For distances of 100 feet or less we recommend 14 AWG (Gauge) wire. For distances greater than 100 feet we recommend 12 AWG (Gauge).
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LIMITED WARRANTY Polk Audio, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser only that this Polk Audio Loudspeaker Product (the "Product") will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of original retail purchase from a Polk Audio Authorized Dealer. However, this Warranty will automatically terminate prior to the expiration of the five (5) years if the original retail purchaser sells or otherwise transfers the Product to any other party.
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ATRIUM® SAT300 Mounting Template-Gabarit D'installation Use this template to mount an Atrium SAT300 to a solid surface, such as a post or wall. 1. Using the mounting template, mark the screw hole ·locations with a pencil. 2. Drill the mounting holes (if necessary). NOTE: Use wall anchors (not supplied) if mounting onto drywall. Utilisez ce gabarit pour installer une enceinte Atrium SAT300 sur une surface rigide, comme un mur ou un poteau. 1.
This is your Product Model and Serial Number. Enter this number in the "Serial Number" space when registering your product online. Keep this card handy for Model and Serial Number reference when calling Polk Customer Service. CE ATRIUM SAT 300 'C( S/N:AM4386031801536_A -•-"'nEUSA._N_ - Register your new Polk product online now! www.polkaudio.com/registration/ • Creates a permanent record of your purchase, in case you misplace your original receipt.
