FONESTAR SONORA-3T

Product overview

The FONESTAR SONORA-3T is a 3 inch surface loudspeaker with a 100 V line transformer and a low impedance (8 Ω) position, IP-66 protection and a salt spray test, ready for indoor and outdoor public address and background sound.

SONORA is a FONESTAR series of loudspeakers specially designed for PA, music and background sound. Its excellent finish and elegant design let it blend into any space, and the SONORA-3T is fully prepared for outdoor use with a powder-coated aluminium grille, a UV-resistant ABS enclosure and A2 stainless steel screws. Its 3 inch polypropylene woofer delivers clear, distortion-free sound from 130 to 20,000 Hz. Every speaker comes with a weatherproofed adjustable mount and stainless steel screws for a quick installation in restaurants, cafés, supermarkets, shopping centres, hotels and schools.

Key features

• Surface loudspeaker: 3 inch polypropylene woofer
• 20 W max., 12 W RMS
• 100 V line transformer with 12/6/3/1.5 W taps at 100 V, 70 V taps and a low Z 8 Ω position
• W selector for high Z and low Z
• 84 dB sensitivity and 94 dB maximum sound pressure
• Coverage 180° H x 180° V @ 1 kHz (-6 dB)
• IP-66 according to EN 60529 and IEC 60068-2-11 salt spray test
• UV-resistant ABS enclosure, powder-coated aluminium mesh grille, A2 stainless steel screws
• Euroblock input and output for cable of 0.25-2.5 mm²
• Adjustable fixing support H ±30°, V +15°/-45° included
• Available in white (RAL 9003) and black (RAL 9005)

Ready for outdoor spaces

The SONORA-3T is protected to IP-66 and has passed the IEC 60068-2-11 salt spray test, so it suits terraces, pools, gardens and coastal sites as well as indoor spaces. The ABS enclosure resists UV light, the aluminium mesh grille has a powder-coated finish and the mount is weather-resistant.

100 V line or low impedance

The W selector sets the power: 12, 6, 3 or 1.5 W RMS at 100 V, the 70 V taps, or the low Z 8 Ω position for direct connection to an amplifier. The Euroblock input and output loop the line on to the next loudspeaker, so many speakers can share one amplifier on long cable runs.

Quick and easy installation

Fix the wall plate, connect the input and output cables, select the power with the W selector, insert the connector and replace the cover, then fit the speaker on the support and tighten the screw. The support turns ±30° horizontally and +15°/-45° vertically to aim the sound where it is needed.

In the box

• SONORA-3T loudspeaker
• Adjustable fixing support
• Stainless steel screws

Available versions

• SONORA-3T-WH: white (RAL 9003), earlier code SONORA-3TB
• SONORA-3T-BK: black (RAL 9005), earlier code SONORA-3TN

FONESTAR SONORA-3T: frequently asked questions

Can the SONORA-3T be installed outdoors?

Yes. It is IP-66 rated according to EN 60529, has passed the IEC 60068-2-11 salt spray test and uses waterproof and rustproof materials.

Does it work on a 100 V line?

Yes. Its 100 V line transformer offers 12/6/3/1.5 W RMS taps at 100 V, plus 70 V taps, and the low Z position gives 8 Ω for direct amplifier connection.

Which mounting hardware is included?

An adjustable fixing support (H ±30°, V +15°/-45°) and stainless steel screws.

Which colours are available?

White (RAL 9003), code SONORA-3T-WH, and black (RAL 9005), code SONORA-3T-BK.

Where can I buy the FONESTAR SONORA-3T in India?

The FONESTAR SONORA-3T is available from Shivansh Electronics, Kolkata, West Bengal, India, with delivery across India.

Workflow 1: Restaurant terrace

Background music on an outdoor terrace exposed to sun and rain.

Connections

Setup

1. Fix the wall plates and mount the speakers.
2. Run round cable to the Euroblock connectors and close the cover.
3. Set the W selector to a low tap such as 1.5 W for background levels.
4. Aim each speaker with the adjustable mount.

Tip: White or black versions match the façade.

Workflow 2: Supermarket and shopping centre

Music and announcements across a sales floor.

Connections

Setup

1. Place speakers evenly along the walls and columns.
2. Select the same tap on speakers in one zone for an even level.
3. Loop the line from output to input, speaker to speaker.
4. Check that the sum of the taps stays within the amplifier power.

Tip: Many speakers can share one 100 V amplifier on long cable runs.

Workflow 3: Hotel pool and garden

Weatherproof sound for pools, gardens and coastal sites.

Connections

Setup

1. Mount the speakers out of reach on walls or posts.
2. Use round outdoor cable.
3. Set a tap that suits the area, up to 12 W.
4. Check that the support is tight after aiming.

Tip: The salt spray test makes the SONORA-3T suitable for coastal installations.

Workflow 4: School corridors and halls

Bells, announcements and music in education buildings.

Connections

Setup

1. Install the speakers high on the walls.
2. Use lower taps in corridors and higher taps in halls.
3. Wire the 100 V line through all speakers.
4. Test speech clarity in every area.

Tip: Aim speakers down the corridor with the adjustable mount.

Workflow 5: Café or bar stereo pair

Direct connection to a low-impedance amplifier.

Connections

Setup

1. Set the W selector of both speakers to low Z (8 Ω).
2. Wire each speaker to its own amplifier channel.
3. Aim the speakers at the seating area.
4. Raise the level gradually.

Tip: Use appropriate power, impedance and frequency limits, as FONESTAR advises.

Workflow 6: Sports facility

Robust sound for courts, gyms and changing areas.

Connections

Setup

1. Mount the speakers on the walls.
2. Select higher taps for larger spaces.
3. Run round cable to the connectors.
4. Set the amplifier level for the busiest times.

Tip: IP-66 protection and the UV-resistant enclosure suit humid and outdoor sports areas.