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Component Application Information
The following outlines some of the guidelines to follow when installing Clarion Signature Series compo-
nent speakers.
Location
The factor that has the greatest effect on the performance of your audio system than where you install
your speakers. Your speakers should ideally be installed in a location that positions both the left and right
speakers at equal distances from the listener. This location is typically the bottom forward location of the
door or in a kick panel. The tweeter should ideally be mounted in close proximity to the midrange and the
distance from the listener to the tweeter should be the same as the distance from the listener to the center
of the midrange driver.
The passive crossover networks should be installed in a location that protects them from moisture and
vibration. The crossover networks must be easily accessible for system tuning. Clarion recommends the
crossover be installed near the amplifier or under a seat on a raised panel (to keep them dry).
Installation / Mounting
When installing your Signature Series speakers, the utmost attention must be payed to ensuring they are
mounted securely. If you are installing them in a factory speaker location, ensure that the speaker seals
perfectly against the factory mounting surface. The use of foam tape is recommended to ensure an air-
tight seal.
The tweeter is mounted by cutting a 1.625" hole in the panel you have chosen. Slide the tweeter into the
hole and secure using the metal bracket and bolt. You may then run wiring from the tweeter to the passive
crossover network.
Passive Crossover Options
The passive crossover networks included with the Signature Series component speakers feature 18dB/
Octave high-pass networks on the tweeter and a 6dB/Octave low pass filter on the midrange. This allows
the acoustic output of both drivers to be in-phase and sum properly. To maximize the performance of
these drivers, Clarion suggests that the midrange and tweeter be installed on the same axis.
The passive crossover network includes an advanced tweeter protection circuit. In the event that the
tweeter is being over-driven, the output level of the tweeter will be automatically attenuated. Please
reduce the volume level if this happens.
The passive crossover network includes three tweeter output level options. You can wire the tweeter at
0dB, -3dB or +3dB to suit the installation requirements and musical preferences of the listener. The mark-
ings for these output levels are on the tweeter enclosure.
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