Adaptive Technologies SM-075-FS - Manual

© 2004 Allen Products Company Incorporated, Signal Hill, CA 90755 USA (562) 424-1100 11/03/04
SM-075-FS
Fixed Arm Socket Mount (Stowable)
Installation Instructions
T
hank you for selecting the SM-075-FS Socket Mount. This universal speaker socket wall
mount is designed to temporarily and permanently mount and aim loudspeakers equipped with tripod
sockets to walls and other secure vertical structures. The arm of the new SM-075-FS version allows the
arm to stow against the wall when not in use. This allows the speakers too move to tripod stands and other
socket mounts when the need arises.
Important: Mounting audio equipment requires experienced professionals. Improperly installed audio
equipment can result in property damage, personal injury, death and/or liability to the installing
contractor. Do not install if in doubt about the integrity of the mounting structure.
Caution: Due to the wide variety of wall structures, materials and mounting methods, these instructions
assume that the installing contractor will exercise good judgment in selecting the proper mounting area and
hardware.
Follow these instructions for the most efficient and safest mounting results. Do not exceed the
working load limit of 75 lbs/35 kg.
As a guide, the installation, when completed, should be capable of supporting at least 5 times the actual
applied load.
Package Contents:
Qty. Description
1 pc Wall Mount Assembly
1 pc Hardware Kit
Step 1. Securing Rubber Post to Arm:
Select the type of post assembly so that the speaker sits tightly and flush on top of the support arm.
Assemble the selected rubber post (Fig. 1, 2 & 3) through the desired arm’s hole using the SocketMount
logo as a guide. Make sure the tapered end of the rubber post faces up (Figure 1, 2 &3).
Note:
Use the second hole on the arm for better support if possible (Figure 1, 2 & 3).
Tighten Post Assembly:
For Plastic cup style (Shallow socket) use the flat washer with the square hole, ½” long rubber spacer and the 4.5” long carriage bolt. Run nut and
flat washer up to the support arm then lower the speaker into place over the post assembly. Aim the speaker then tighten nut 6-8 full revolutions
(Figure 1).
For Molded-In-Plastic style (Shallow, ribbed) installation use the flat washer with square hole, the 1.00” long rubber spacer, the 5.5” carriage bolt
and the middle hole (Figure 2). Run the nut and the flat washer up to the support arm then lower the speaker into place over the post assembly. Aim
the speaker then tighten nut 10-11 full revolutions until speaker is flush and the post assembly is tight inside the socket.
For Metal cup style (deep Sockets) use the flat washer with square hole, the 5.5” long carriage bolt and both the ½” and 1” long rubber spacers. Run
the nut and the flat washer up to the support arm then lower the speaker into place over the post assembly. Aim the speaker then tighten nut 6-8 full
revolutions (Figure 3).
If locking thumbscrew is provided at the rear of the speaker make sure to loosen before placing the speaker into the post. When speaker
is secured on the rubber post, tighten thumbscrew to lock.
Step 2. Attach SocketMount to wall:
Remove the pin attaching the arm to the wall plate and install the wall plate to the wall. Be sure the selected hardware is structurally secured for the
wall materials. Use the three holes in the wall plate as a template for pre-drilling (Figure 4). Secure the wall plate to the wall, reattach the arm to the
wall plate using either the pin for stowable installation or a 3/8” x 3” button head bolt, washer and nut for permanent installations (figure 4A). If in
doubt about the integrity of the mounting surface or hardware, consult a local structural engineer or hardware specialist.
SocketMount in stowed position