PROFESSIONAL

DesignMax DM3SE
Surface-mount Loudspeaker

Important Safety Instructions

Please read and keep all safety and use instructions.
This product is intended for installation by professional installers only! This document is intended to provide professional installers with basic installation and safety guidelines for this product in typical fixed-installation systems. Please read this document and all safety warnings before attempting installation.
Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to authorized service centers, installers, technicians, dealers or distributors. To contact Bose Professional or to find a dealer or distributor near you, visit PRO.BOSE.COM.

1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
6. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produces heat.
7. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

  WARNINGS/CAUTIONS
This product contains magnetic material. Consult your physician on whether this might affect your implantable medical device.

• It is the responsibility of the installer to use a support system which has sufficient wind load strength to comply with the applicable codes and standards.
• All Bose products must be installed in accordance with local, state, federal and industry regulations. It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure installation of the loudspeakers and mounting system is performed in accordance with all applicable codes, including local building codes and regulations. Consult the local authority having jurisdiction before installing this product.
• This product is not intended for installation or use in indoor water facility areas (including, without limitation, indoor pools, indoor water parks, hot tub rooms, saunas,
  steam rooms and indoor skating rinks).
• Unsafe mounting or overhead suspension of any heavy load can result in serious injury or death, and property damage. It is the installer’s responsibility to evaluate the
  reliability of any mounting method used for their application. Only professional installers with the knowledge of proper hardware and safe mounting techniques should attempt to install any loudspeaker overhead.
• Do not mount on surfaces that are not sturdy, or that have hazards concealed behind them, such as electrical wiring or plumbing. If you are not sure about installing the
  bracket, contact a qualified professional installer. Ensure the bracket is installed according to local building codes.
• Use only the hardware and accessories included or specified by Bose for use with DesignMax DM3SE loudspeakers. Hardware for securing the loudspeaker to the
  mounting surface is not supplied. For information on compatible accessories, see the product’s technical data sheet at PRO.BOSE.COM.
• Keep the product away from fire and heat sources. Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on or near the product.
• Do not make unauthorized alterations to this product.
• The DesignMax DM3SE wall-mounting bracket is only for use with model DM3SE.
• Do not expose loudspeaker or mounting components to any chemical substances that are not specified by Bose, including but not limited to lubricants, cleaning agents,
  contact sprays, or other hydrocarbon-based solvents. Exposure to such substances can lead to degradation of the plastic material, resulting in cracking and creating a falling hazard.
• Clean speakers using only a dry cloth. Do not expose loudspeaker to soap, detergent, mineral oil, alcohol or other cleaning agents or chemicals.

Regulatory Information
This product conforms to all applicable EU directive requirements. The complete declaration of conformity can be found at: www.Bose.com/compliance.
This product conforms to all applicable Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 and all other applicable UK regulations. The complete declaration of conformity can be found at: www.Bose.com/compliance
This symbol means the product must not be discarded as household waste, and should be delivered to an appropriate collection facility for recycling. Proper
disposal and recycling helps protect natural resources, human health and the environment. For more information on disposal and recycling of this product, contact your local municipality, disposal service, or the shop where you bought this product.
China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table

 

Names and Contents of Toxic or Hazardous Substances or Elements
	Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements
Part Name	Lead (Pb)	Mercury (Hg)	Cadmium (Cd)	Hexavalent (CR(VI))	Polybrominated Biphenyl (PBB)	Polybrominated diphenylether (PBDE)
PCBs	X	0	0	0	0	0
Metal Parts	X	0	0	0	0	0
Plastic Parts	0	0	0	0	0	0
Speakers	X	0	0	0	0	0
Cables	X	0	0	0	0	0
This table is prepared in accordance with the provisions of SJ/T 11364. 0: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous materials for this part is below the limit requirement of GB/T 26572
X: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least one of the homogeneous materials used for this part is above the limit requirement of GB/T 26572.

Taiwan Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table

Equipment name: DesignMax DM3SE, Type designation: 829712
	Restricted substances and its chemical symbols
Unit	Lead (Pb)	Mercury (Hg)	Cadmium (Cd)	Hexavalent chromium (Cr+6)	Poly biphenyls (PBB)	Polybrominated Biphenyl phenyl ethers (PBDE)
PCBs	–	o	o	o	o	o
Metal Parts	–	o	o	o	o	o
Plastic Parts	o	o	o	o	o	o
Speakers	–	o	o	o	o	o
Cables	–	o	o	o	o	o
Note 1: “o” indicates that the percentage content of the restricted substance does not exceed the percentage of reference value of presence. Note 2: The “-” Indicates that the restricted substance corresponds to the exemption.

Date of Manufacture: The eighth digit in the serial number indicates the year of manufacture; “7” is 2007 or 2017.
China Importer: Bose Electronics (Shanghai) Company Limited, Part C, Plant 9, No. 353 North Riying Road, China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone
EU Importer: Bose Products B.V., Gorslaan 60, 1441 RG Purmerend, The Netherlands Mexico Importer: Bose de México, S. de R.L. de C.V. , Paseo de las Palmas 405-204, Lomas de Chapultepec, 11000 México, D.F. For importer & service information: +5255 (5202) 3545 Taiwan Importer: Bose Taiwan Branch, 9F-A1, No. 10, Section 3, Minsheng East Road, Taipei City 104, Taiwan. Phone Number: +886-2-2514 7676
UK Importer: Bose Limited, Bose House, Quayside Chatham Maritime, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4QZ, United Kingdom
Bose Corporation Headquarters: 1-877-230-5639
Bose and DesignMax are trademarks of Bose Corporation.
©2021 Bose Corporation. No part of this work may be reproduced, modified, distributed or otherwise used without prior written permission.

Warranty Information
This product is covered by a limited warranty.
For warranty details, visit PRO.BOSE.COM.

Package Contents

Product Dimensions

Technical Specifications

For additional specifications, see the DesignMax DM3SE technical data sheet at PRO.BOSE.COM.

Physical	Height: 232 mm (9.13 in)
Product Dimensions	Width: 154 mm (6.06 in)
	Depth: 156 mm (6.12 in)
Net Weight, Loudspeaker with grille and bracket (single)	2.8 kg (6.1 lb)
Shipping Weight (pair)	7.2 kg (16.0 lb)

Important Installation Information
It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure installation of the loudspeakers and mounting system is performed in accordance with all applicable codes, including local building codes and regulations. Consult the local authority having jurisdiction before installing this product. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure the safety of the loudspeaker installation. Failure to properly install the loudspeaker could result in damage, injury, or death.
This product is not intended for installation or use in indoor water facility areas (including, without limitation, indoor pools, indoor water parks, hot tub rooms, saunas, steam rooms and indoor skating rinks).
The hardware for securing the loudspeaker to the mounting surface is not supplied. Consult a building professional for the proper mounting hardware before installing the loudspeaker.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produces heat.
Do not mount on surfaces that are not sturdy, or that have hazards concealed behind them, such as electrical wiring or plumbing. If you are not sure about installing the bracket, contact a qualified professional installer. Ensure the bracket is installed according to local building codes. Do not expose loudspeaker or mounting components to any chemical substances that are not specified by Bose, including but not limited to lubricants, cleaning agents, contact sprays, or other hydrocarbon-based solvents. Exposure to such substances can lead to degradation of the plastic material, resulting in cracking and creating a falling hazard.

Setup

Installation Options

Installation Options and Accessories

1. Mounting bracket (included)
2. DMSBRKT pan-and-tilt bracket (optional; for indoors only)
3. MBPWR-50 pan-and-tilt bracket (optional; for outdoors)

Preparing the Weather-resistant Input Cover
The weather-resistant input cover is designed for three different wiring scenarios (see above). To change the configuration of the input cover to support your wiring scenario, cut along the perforation on the rubber conduit. Note: Indoor-only applications do not require use of the input cover.

Note: If installing the loudspeaker with the rubber conduit facing upward, it is the installer’s responsibility to seal against water ingress into the Euroblock connector.

Note: If using the wide open rubber conduit configuration, it is the installer’s responsibility to seal against water ingress into the Euroblock connector.

Wiring the Loudspeaker

Wire Gauge
The DesignMax DM3SE loudspeaker is designed to work with 18 AWG (0.8 mm 2 ) to 14 AWG (2.1 mm 2 ) size wire only.
Connection Diagrams
Expose six millimeters (1/4 inch) of bare wire to attach to the terminals.
Note: The loudspeaker is not rated for use with a rigid conduit. The loudspeaker is suitable  for a flexible conduit or wiring connection only.

Loudspeaker Settings

Using a Safety Cable
Some regional construction codes require the use of a secondary method of securing loudspeakers to support structures to provide additional safety. Choose a mounting  position, method, and hardware consistent with local building codes and regulations.
A safety cable can be attached to the loudspeaker using the threaded insert on the back of the enclosure.
The insert is sized for an M6 screw (not included) with a depth of 12 millimeters (0.47 inches).

70V
6W	6W	12W	25W*	8Ω
3W	12W	25W	NC**	100V

* Factory default
** NC: No Connection (do not use)
Transformer Tap Setting
Set tap by turning. Use a flat head screwdriver.

Loudspeaker Orientation
Choose the loudspeaker orientation best suited for yourinstallation.

1. Horizontal
2. Vertical

Note: Installation in close proximity to cooking surfaces where the loudspeaker may be directly exposed to cooking oils, such as in commercial cooking environments, may decrease the performance or functionality of the loudspeaker.
Installing the Bracket
Note: When choosing an installation location, at least one of the mounting bracket’s attachment points must be secured to a support structure. Attachment points not secured to a support structure must be secured using appropriate hardware for the installation. Choose fasteners that are consistent with all local building codes and requirements.
Note: Choose appropriate fasteners to support the weight of the loudspeaker (2.8 kg [6.1 lb]).

1. Mark the drill holes.
2. Drill two holes (sized for appropriate fasteners) into the wall.
3. Secure the bracket to the wall with two screws (not included). Note: Use M5 or #10 sized screws.

Wiring the Connector

1. Feed the wires through the center hole of the bracket.
2. Remove the connector from the loudspeaker.
3. For outdoor installations, insert the wires through the bottom of the input cover. See Preparing the Weatherresistant Input Cover on page 4.
4. Wire the connector. For wiring information, see Wiring the Loudspeaker on page 5.

Installation

Important Mounting Information

1. Bracket lock tabs: Used to secure the loudspeaker angle.
2. Grille release tabs: Used to secure the grille to the loudspeaker.
3. Lock forks: Used to secure the loudspeaker to the mounting bracket.
4. Angle labels (on bracket): Identify your desired angle position.

Installing the Loudspeaker
WARNING: Failure to follow the steps below could lead to an unsafe mounting condition, which could create a falling hazard.

1. Remove the lock forks from the lock tabs. Make sure not to pull the lock fork tethers out of the loudspeaker.
2. Attach the loudspeaker to the bracket, adjust the loudspeaker to 45°, and lock the tabs into place.
3. Attach the wired connector to the loudspeaker.
4. For outdoor installations, place the weatherresistant input cover over the  connector and press it firmly against the loudspeaker  to create a tight seal. SeePreparing the
   Weather-resistant Input Cover on page 4.
5. Unlock the tabs and adjust the loudspeaker to your desired angle. Make sure to support the weight of the loudspeaker while you adjust the loudspeaker angle.
   Note: The angle of the loudspeaker can be adjusted to 0°, 15°, 30°, or 45°.
6. Lock the tabs into place.
7. Press the lock forks onto the lock tabs until the forks sit securely around the tabs.

Adjusting the Logo
You can rotate the Bose logo to align with your loudspeaker orientation. With one hand, press the button on the back of the grille. Rotate the logo with the other hand. The logo can berotated clockwise or counterclockwise.
Note: Do not pinch the button inward unless you intend to remove the logo.

Removing the Grille
There are two small openings on either side of the grille (1). Along the side of the loudspeaker with the bracket slots, insert a small, flat tool into the grille openings to disengage the release tabs. Pull the grille away from the loudspeaker.
Safety and Regulatory Compliance
The Bose DesignMax DM3SE loudspeaker has passed testing and complies with the following specifications and uses:
Listed to ANSI/UL 1480A-2016, Speakers for Commercial & Safety Professional Use General-Purpose Use – UL Category UEAY, File Number S 5591 Control Number 3N89
The DesignMax DM3SE is suitable for use outdoors in wet locations  Suitable for installation using Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 wiring methods in accordance with NFPA 70, National Electrical Code, 2017, Article 640
The DesignMax DM3SE loudspeaker has been designed to the requirements defined in the following European regulatory specification for combination systems:
Tested to IEC60268-5, 2007
Attaching the Grille
Place the grille over the front of the loudspeaker and push it firmly until it snaps into place.

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Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA
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AM837248 Rev. 02
November 2021

Documents / Resources

BOSE PROFESSIONAL DesignMax DM3SE Surface Mount Loudspeaker [pdf] Installation Guide DesignMax DM3SE Surface Mount Loudspeaker, DesignMax DM3SE, Surface Mount Loudspeaker, Mount Loudspeaker, Loudspeaker

References

• User Manual