SAH15 - Loudspeaker Bogen - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Self-amplified horn loudspeaker
Model	SAH15
Brand	Bogen
Power Rating	15 W
Power Supply Voltage	24 V DC
Typical Current Consumption	9 CU (450 mA)
Max Sound Level	124 dBspl
Frequency Response	275 Hz - 14 kHz
Input Sensitivity	125 mVrms
Input Impedance	2 kΩ
Dispersion	120° horizontal × 90° vertical (rotatable to 90° × 120°)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	10-5/8" × 12" × 11-1/2"
Weight	6 lb (2.7 kg)
Amplifier Technology	Digital switching, low DC current draw, low heat dissipation
Horn Flare	Rotatable on axis for wider dispersion (horizontal or vertical)
Weatherproofing	Weatherproof when access cover bump faces downward; horn fully sealed
Mounting Options	Wall, electrical box (with included strap), or I-beam (optional BC1 clamp)
Volume Control	Adjustable via volume control knob
Wiring	Audio connections to "T" and "R"; 24V DC to "+" and "-" (polarity insensitive)
Mounting Base	Three holes, slot for strapping; ensure flat surface to avoid fracture
Included Accessories	Access cover, mounting base, electrical box strap, tapered pin, wing nut, instruction sheets
Optional Accessory	BC1 Beam Clamp for I-beam mounting
Warranty	2 years limited (parts and labor) from date of sale to original purchaser
Maintenance	Clean with dry cloth; do not use pliers on wing nuts, hand tighten only
Repairability	Factory service available; out-of-warranty repairs with 90-day warranty on parts/labor

Frequently Asked Questions - SAH15 Bogen

What voltage does the Bogen SAH15 require?

The SAH15 operates on 24 V DC power supply (nominal).

How much current does the SAH15 draw?

Typical current consumption is 9 CU (450 mA).

What is the maximum sound output of the SAH15?

The maximum sound level is 124 dBspl.

Can the horn flare be rotated for different dispersion?

Yes, loosen the band clamp wing nut, rotate the flare to the desired position, and retighten. The horn provides 120° horizontal × 90° vertical dispersion normally, or 90° horizontal × 120° vertical when rotated 90°.

How do I ensure the speaker is weatherproof?

The horn is weatherproof only when the bump on the access cover faces downward so that water drains away. The rest of the horn is fully sealed.

What mounting options are available?

The base can be mounted to a wall using three holes, to an electrical box using the included strap, or to an I-beam using the optional BC1 beam clamp. A slot allows strapping as an alternative.

How do I adjust the volume?

Use the volume control knob located under the access cover. Adjust as needed before closing the cover.

What is the frequency response of the SAH15?

The frequency response is 275 Hz to 14 kHz.

How do I connect the audio and power wires?

Connect audio wires to the 'T' and 'R' terminals, and 24V DC power to the '+' and '-' terminals. The horn works even if the DC polarity is reversed.

What is the warranty on the SAH15?

The SAH15 comes with a 2-year limited warranty from the date of sale to the original purchaser, covering defects in material or workmanship. Out-of-warranty repairs are available from the Bogen Factory Service Department.

USER MANUAL SAH15 Bogen

High-Efficiency, Digital Switching, Self-Amplified Horn Loudspeakers

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Description

The SAH5 (5-watt), SAH15 (15-watt), and SAH30 (30-watt) horn loudspeakers incorporate digital switching amplifier technology, which provides low DC current draw and low heat dissipation. This in turn makes the loudspeakers more tolerant of long cable runs and allows them to run cooler, withstand higher ambient temperatures, and use fewer power supplies than conventional analog self-amplified horn loudspeakers.

The flared shape of the horn provides a controlled and consistent dispersion of sound, making for better intelligibility. The horn flare can rotate on its axis, offering wider dispersion patterns, vertically or horizontally, depending on its position. The horn typically offers 120^ horizontal dispersion and 90^ vertical dispersion. By rotating the horn 90^ on its axis, a 90^ horizontal and 120^ vertical dispersion pattern is achieved.

Installation Instructions

1. Use the base as a template for the mounting holes. Drill three mounting holes and attach the base using appropriate hardware (not included).

IMPORTANT: Make sure the base sits flat on the mounting surface. Tightening the base down on an uneven surface could cause the base to fracture.

An electrical box strap is included to allow easy mounting of the horn to an electrical box and cover. (See separate instruction sheet included.) The base can also be mounted to an I-beam flange using Bogen's BC1 beam clamp. The slot in the base allows strapping to be used as a means of mounting the horn (use a strapping material capable of supporting the weight of the speaker and any external loads on the horn such as wind). See Figure 1.

1. Assemble the horn on the mounting base and slide the tapered pin through the hole in the swivel mount. Secure the pin and assembly using the wing nut, but leave loose to allow positioning of the horn (See Figure 2).
2. Position the horn so that the access cover is easily accessible. Make the audio connections to the "T" and "R" terminals and the 24V DC connections to the "+" and "-" terminals. The horn will also work properly if the "+" and "-" connections are reversed.
3. Adjust the output level of the horn using the volume control knob and position the wires so that they exit through the bump in the front of the cover. Slide the cover into place and tighten the cover screw. Do not over tighten.
4. Tilt and swivel the horn to the desired orientation before tightening the wing nut*. If necessary, the horn flare can be rotated on its axis by loosening the band clamp wing nut, rotating the flare to the desired position, and retightening the band clamp wing nut* (See Figure 3). The horn will provide a wider horizontal angle of dispersion (120°) when its wider dimension is horizontal and a narrower horizontal dispersion angle (90°) when its narrow dimension is horizontal.

IMPORTANT: The horn is designed to be weatherproof only when the bump on the access cover is on a downward slope. The access cover is not sealed and is designed to shed water. This downward position assures that any water that enters the covered area will drain away. Depending on how it is mounted, the horn flare may need to be rotated to achieve this orientation. The rest of the horn is fully sealed against water infiltration.

*Hand tighten wing nuts. Do not use pliers or tools.

Package Contents:

SAH5, SAH15, or SAH30 horn speaker Access Cover

Mounting Base Electrical Box Strap

Tapered Pin Instruction Sheet

Wing Nut Electrical Box Strap Mounting Instruction Sheet

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Figure 1. Mounting Base

Mechanical clamp device with a downward arrow indicating force or movement (no text or symbols)

Figure 2

Figure 3

BC1 Beam Clamp (optional accessory)

© 2005 - 2006 Bogen Communications, Inc. Specifications subject to change without notice. 54-2114-01C 0608

Technical Specifications	SAH5 SAH15 SAH30
	Typical Current Consumption:	4 CU (200 mA)	9 CU (450 mA)	17 CU (850 mA)
	Power Supply Voltage (nominal)	24V DC	24V DC	24V DC
	Max. Power Rating:	5W	15W	30W
	Max. Sound Level:	119 dBspl	124 dBspl	127 dBspl
	Input Sensitivity:	125 mVrms	125 mVrms	125 mVrms
	Frequency Response:	275 Hz - 14 kHz	275 Hz - 14 kHz	275 Hz - 14 kHz
	Input Impedance:	2k ohms 2k ohms	2k ohms
	Dispersion:	120^ × 90^	120^ × 90^	120^ × 90^
	Dimensions (W x H x D):	10^-5/_8" × 12" × 11^-1/_2"	10^-5/_8" × 12" × 11^-1/_2"	10^-5/_8" × 12" × 11^-1/_2"
	Weight: 6 lb.		6 lb.	6 lb.

Limited Warranty

The SAH5, SAH15, and SAH30 are warranted to be free from defects in material or workmanship for two (2) years from the date of sale to the original purchaser. Any part of the product covered by this warranty that, with normal installation and use, becomes defective will be repaired or replaced by Bogen, at our option, provided the product is shipped insured and prepaid to: Bogen Factory Service Department, 50 Spring Street, Ramsey, NJ 07446, USA. The product will be returned to you freight prepaid. This warranty does not extend to any of our products that have been subjected to abuse, misuse, improper storage, neglect, accident, improper installation or have been modified or repaired or altered in any manner whatsoever, or where the serial number or date code has been removed or defaced.

THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS BOGEN'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY AND THE PURCHASER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY. BOGEN MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED AND EXCLUDED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWABLE BY LAW.

Bogen's liability arising out of the manufacture, sale or supplying of products or their use or disposition, whether based upon warranty, contract, tort or otherwise, shall be limited to the price of the product. In no event shall Bogen be liable for special, incidental or consequential damages (including, but not limited to, loss of profits, loss of data or loss of use damages) arising out of the manufacture, sale or supplying of products, even if Bogen has been advised of the possibility of such damages or losses. Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State.

Products that are out of warranty will also be repaired by the Bogen Factory Service Department -- same address as above or call 201-934-8500. The parts and labor involved in these repairs are warranted for 90 days when repaired by the Bogen Factory Service Department. All shipping charges in addition to parts and labor charges will be at the owner's expense. All returns require a Return Authorization number.

08/10/2004