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INSTALLATION MANUAL
SFM3
Sony Electronics, Inc.
16540 West Bernardo Drive
San Diego, CA 92127
www.sony.com
IN-SFM3.R0
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SFM3 Table of Contents WARNING STATEMENTS .............................................................................................................................- 3 - PARTS LIST ......................................................................................................................................................- 4 - INSTALLATION TOOLS ................................................................................................................................-
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SFM3 Warning Statements WARNING: THE WALL STRUCTURE MUST BE CAPABLE OF SUPPORTING AT LEAST FIVE (5) TIMES THE WEIGHT OF THE DISPLAY. IF NOT, THE WALL STRUCTURE MUST BE REINFORCED. PROPER INSTALLATION PROCEDURE BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN, AS OUTLINED IN THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS, MUST BE ADHERED TO. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH. WARNING: SAFETY MEASURES MUST BE PRACTICED AT ALL TIMES DURING THE INSTALLATION OF THIS PRODUCT. US
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SFM3 Parts List NOTE: This wall mount is shipped with all proper installation hardware and components. Make sure that none of these parts are missing and/or damaged before beginning installation. If there are parts missing and/or damaged, please stop the installation and contact Sony Electronics (877) 350-3477. Wall Plate Mounting (Qty 1) Brackets (Qty 2) 5/16” x 3” Lag Griplate™ Bolts (Qty 4) (Qty 4) (Wooden studs only) M6 x 16mm 5/16” Flat Philli
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SFM3 Flat Panel Mount Location WARNING: INVERT THE FLAT PANEL. PLACE IT ON A SOFT, FLAT SUFRACE TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE FLAT PANEL. USE A BLANKET, FOAM, ETC. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN DAMAGING THE FLAT PANEL. DO NOT LAY THE FLAT PANEL ON THE FLOOR WITHOUT ANY PROTECTION TO THE GLASS. THE FLAT PANEL IS HEAVY AND FRAGILE. AT LEAST (2) QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED FOR INSTALLATION OF THIS PRODUCT. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND POSSIBLE DAMAGE
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SFM3 Mounting Bracket Positioning 1. Lay the left and right mounting brackets (stamped arrows facing out) (Figure 3). Mounting Brackets Arrows Facing OUT Bottom of Flat Panel Figure 3. Mounting Bracket Installation NOTE: The mounting guides are designed with a center viewing guide on the side of them. There will be a “notch” cut on the side of the bracket (Figure 4). Mounting Bracket Bottom of Flat Panel Center of Center of Flat Viewing Guide Panel Figure 4. Locating the Ce
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SFM3 Griplate™ 1. The Griplate™ have M4, M5, M6 and M8 hole patterns to fit the hardware that the flat panel requires. Example: If your display uses M8 x 20 Phillips head screws. Use the M8 mounting points (Figure 5). Dimples M8 M6 M5 M4 Figure 5. Griplate™ Orientation 2. Once the mounting brackets are aligned, secure the Griplate™ to the flat panel. NOTE: The dimples of the top plates have to be facing up and the bottom dimples must be facing down. Use (1) Griplate™ per mountin
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SFM3 Wood Stud Location 1. Using a stud finder, locate the 16” or 24” stud centers behind the wall. 2. Once found, make a pencil mark on the center of the wood studs (Figure 7). Stud Finder Mark 16" Wooden Studs Figure 7. Locating the Wooden Stud 3. Measure from the floor to the desired viewing height and mark the wall (Figure 8). NOTE: This marking will reference the center of your flat panel display once mounted to the wall. 16" Measure and Mark the Desired Viewing Height on
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SFM3 4. Use the information below when mounting to the following surfaces (Figure 10): Wood Studs: Drill four (4) ¼” pilot holes to the marked wall. Concrete Wall: Drill four (4) 3/8” pilot holes to the marked wall Drill Gun Pilot Holes 16" Figure 10. Mounting Surfaces Securing the Wall Plate to the Wooden Studs 1. Level and secure the plate to the wall with the reference arrow facing up to ceiling. 2. Secure the plate using four (4) 5/16” lag bolts and flat washers (Figure 11).
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SFM3 Securing the Wall Plate to a Concrete Wall 1. Level and secure the plate to the wall with the reference arrow facing up to the ceiling. 2. Use a minimum diameter of 5/16” x 2 ¼” wedge anchors – commercially available (Figure 12). CAUTION: Do not over tighten the wedge anchor bolts. NOTE: Use a minimum diameter of 5/16” x 2 ¼” long wedge anchors. 5/16” x 2 ¼” Wedge Anchors Wall Plate Figure 12. Concrete Installation Page - 10 - Installation Manual
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SFM3 Securing the Flat Panel to the Wall Mount WARNING: At least (2) qualified personnel are strongly recommended for installation of this product. Failure to do so could result in serious injury and possible damage to the flat panel. 1. Raise the flat panel with the mounting brackets secured to the flat panel and insert the top hooks from each bracket to the rod on the wall plate (Figure 13). Wall Plate TOP BOTTOM Figure 13. Securing The Flat Panel Lateral Shift Adjustment 1. M
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SFM3 CSL1 Security Cable 1 2 3 4 Page - 12 - Installation Manual
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SFM3 Technical Specifications All measurements are in inches(mm). 28.000 (171.2) 16.000 1.245 (406.4) (31.75) A C L B 5.000 3.500 (127) (88.9) 21.790 C L (553.4) H C 16.000 (406.4) D 16.000 E (406.4) 16.000 G (406.4) F 24.290 (616.97) 1.943 (49.3) B H A 5.000 (127) 21.790 (553.4) F A. Wall plate B. Mounting brackets C. Griplate™ D. Mounting hardware E. Safety screws F. Leveling feet G. Wood stud H. 5/16” x 3” Lag screws and flat washers Installatio
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SFM3 Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty This product carries a limited lifetime warranty from ship date against defects in materials and workmanship. Sony Electronics is not liable for improper installation that results in damage to mounts, adapters, display equipment or personal injury. Customer Support In the event of missing and/or damage equipment, or technical questions, the following information can help in the completion of the installation. Customer Service 877-350-347
