PLACEMENT OPTIONS
Atrium Series loudspeakers were created
to live and play outdoors. Atriums have a wide dispersion pattern, and are also very efficient. This means your Atrium Series loudspeakers will deliver exceptional sound quality throughout a large listening area. However, if you want high sound levels in an outdoor setting with acoustic characteristics that differ from those of indoor conditions, we recommend
In addition to the placement locations typically used for outdoor loudspeakers, all Atrium Series loudspeakers have
Please keep in mind that you’ll maximize the useful life of your Atrium loudspeakers by locating them where they’ll receive less exposure to the elements, under eaves for example. When locating your Atrium loud- speakers outdoors, take into account three factors: sound quality, convenience and exposure to the elements.
PREPARING TO PAINT
Before you paint, you will need:
•A spray can of primer paint (Krylon Sandable Spray Primer #1318).
•A spray can of the paint of your choice. Choose exterior grade paint if you plan to use the speakers outdoors.
•A paperclip or corkscrew (for removing the paintable grille).
•Masking tape.
•Paint mask to cover unpaintable parts (not included). To make an easy paint mask, use the grille as a template and cut a mask from heavy, nonporous Kraft paper.
1. Separate the parts of the speaker: Remove |
the brackets and bracket knobs. Remove |
the grille by carefully hooking it with a bent |
paper clip and pulling it gently away from |
the cabinet [figure 5]. |
2. Mask off the binding posts on the back |
of the speaker [figure 6], the end panels |
and bracket knobs, and carefully mask |
off the front of the speakers to protect |
the drivers and baffles while painting |
FIGURE 5: Remove the grille using a paper clip.
FIGURE 6: Mask the binding posts on the rear of the speaker.
FIGURE 1: Place the speaker in a corner for more bass output. Bracket attached to side wall.
FIGURE 3: Place the speaker close under an eave for more bass output.
FIGURE 2: Place the speaker away from eaves and corners for less bass output.
FIGURE 4: The Atrium’s
[figure 7]. The grille has a logo on it, |
which you may mask off should you |
choose not to paint over it. |
FIGURE 7: Mask the drivers and baffles.
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