Index Introduction Specifications Dimensions Included Parts and Accessories Tweeter Installation Axis Mount / Phase Plug Installation SPZ50 Woofer Installation SPZ60 Woofer Installation Connecting Speaker Wires to the Woofer SPZ Axis Mount Positioning Crossover Installation Crossover Configuration SPZ System Wiring (Standard)
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Boston Acoustics SPZ component system. Nothing better describes SPZ components than best-in-class. With nearly 1-inch of peak-to-peak excursion, SPZ delivers more bass from a standard size speaker opening. Further, Our off-axis, free rotating tweeter AMD ™...
Tweeter Installation: Flush Mount 1) Drill a hole for the tweeter cup sure that there is adequate depth available ( 2) Connect the speaker wires 3) Insert the tweeter cup into the mounting hole. 4) Insert the retaining clips and set screw 5) Insert the tweeter into the cup, twist clockwise to lock the tweeter into position.
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Tweeter Installation: Angle Mount 1) Drill a hole for the speaker wire and pre-drill for the mounting screws if necessary 2) Mount the bottom cup to the mounting surface using the provided screws routing the speaker wires through the center hole. 3) Attach the speaker wires to the top cup it to the bottom cup...
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SPZ Woofer Axis Mount Installation: 1) Insert the axis mount into the woofer 2) Insert and hand-tighten the retaining screw provided tool 3) Insert the tweeter into the axis mount clockwise to lock the tweeter Caution: Do not touch the dome of the tweeter, contact with the tweeter dome will damage the tweeter.) 4) Install the tweeter grille by pressing gently into place.
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SPZ Woofer Phase Plug Installation: 1) Insert the phase plug into the woofer 2) Insert and hand-tighten the retaining screw using the provided tool...
SPZ50 Woofer Installation: 1) Install the gaskets on the mounting flange of the woofer and the back side of the 5 adapter ring 2) Mount the speaker into the speaker location using the provided screws 3) Position the axis mount into the desired location (if applicable), refer to page 17.
SPZ60 Woofer Installation with Grille: 1) Install the gaskets on the mounting flange of the woofer and the back side of the 6” (160mm) adapter ring 2) Mount the speaker into the speaker location using the provided screws 3) Position the axis mount into the desired location (if applicable), refer to page 17.
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SPZ60 Woofer Installation with 6 1) Install the gaskets on the mounting flange of the woofer and the back side of the ring (if applicable). 2) Mount the speaker on to the 6 VariMount plate using the provided screws ™ alternative screw if using the 3) Mount the speaker...
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SPZ60 Woofer Installation with 5 x 7” VariMount 1) Install the gaskets on the mounting flange of the woofer and the back side of the ring (if applicable). 2) Mount the speaker on to the 5 x 7” VariMount using the provided screw if using the ⁄...
Connecting Speaker Wires: 1) Strip ⁄ ” (10mm) of shield off of the speaker wires. 2) Insert the wire into the speaker terminal observing proper polarity. 3) Hand-tighten the gold set screws using the provided tool (2.5mm). Note: do not overtighten the set screws.)
SPZ Axis Mount Positioning: The axis mount on the SPZ woofer is designed so it can be positioned to properly direct the tweeter’s output towards the listening position. 1) Loosen the retaining screw located on the face of the axis mount with the provided tool (2.5mm).
Crossover Installation: 1) Remove the four screws of the top panel. 2) Once the screws are removed, the cover will lift off the chassis. 3) Using the provided screws solid surface. Note; Due to shock and vibration, the crossovers should not be installed in the doors of the vehicle.
Crossover Configuration: Axis / Comp Mount Switch: The “Axis/Comp” switch optimizes the output from the crossover for the configuration of the component system. Use the “Axis” setting if the tweeter is installed in the axis mount, use the “Comp” setting if the tweeter is installed separate from the woofer.
For questions regarding installation or service, please contact the dealer from whom you have purchased the product or contact us directly at: the Boston Acoustics logo, and RadialVent are registered trademarks of Boston Acoustics, Inc. Boston Acoustics, Inc. 300 Jubilee Drive...
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