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- Page 1 XL-1040DMF XL-1040MF XL-1240DMF XL-1240MF XL Marine Subwoofers Application Guide Please read through this manual to familiarize yourself with your new speakers. Should your PowerBass Xtreme marine speakers ever require service, you will need to have the original dated receipt.
- Page 2 170 dB. Please observe all local sound ordinances while listening to your PowerBass Autosound system. PowerBass USA, Inc. accepts no liability for hearing loss, bodily injury, or property damage due to the result of use or...
- Page 3 XL MARINE CERTIFIED WOOFER FEATURES FreeAir Design: Optimized for use in infinite baffle applications such as a boat hull or car trunk. Polypropylene Injected Cone: Chosen for its strong yet lightweight body this waterproof woofer cone has UV inhibitors to minimize cracking and fading. Proprietary Composite Polycarbonate / Glass Fiber Basket: Turbine design provides a rigid and stable woofer platform.
- Page 4 WIRING GUIDELINES XL-1040MF, XL-1240MF It is highly recommended that you seek an authorized PowerBass dealer to properly setup, wire and install your marine woofer(s) for optimum performance. Your XL Marine Woofer is a Single 4-ohm or Dual 4-ohm Voice Coil subwoofer. There are multiple ways to wire your woofer(s) depending on your amplifier and system configuration.
- Page 5 WIRING GUIDELINES XL-1040DMF, XL-1240DMF Below are several types of wiring configurations for a 4-ohm dual voice coil speaker: Series, Parallel and Series Parallel. Note that it is possible to change the impedance or load by how the speakers are to be...
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Page 6: General Installation Tips
Authorized PowerBass audio or marine dealer about professional installation options. GENERAL INSTALLATION TIPS Your PowerBass XL marine woofer was specially designed for providing high-fidelity sound out in the harsh marine environment. Despite the rugged construction, it is possible to damage your speaker if it is improperly used. -
Page 7: Preparing For Installation
(stainless steel) mounting hardware. INSTALLATION APPLICATION Your PowerBass XL marine woofer is specifically designed for boating and water sport applications. The XL Marine Woofer is capable of reproducing impressive levels of bass. Whether you choose a FreeAir, sealed or a ported enclosure, the XL Marine Woofer opens up a whole new range of installation options for marine audio enthusiasts. - Page 8 FREEAIR MOUNTING These specially designed PowerBass FreeAir woofers allow them to work effectively in infinite baffle ap- plications. This does not mean, however, that the driver doesn’t require an enclosure. What it means is that the enclosure can be of very large volume, such as a boat hull or car trunk. In these applications the woofer needs a relatively rigid panel to mount to so it will not vibrate or reduce efficiency during operation.
- Page 9 1.5 pounds per cubic feet of low density, high heat specific box stuffing material. PowerBass recommends Fiberglass, Dacron, Poly-Fill or long fiber wool for stuffing the enclosure. (Decreasing the box enclosure however should not exceed 20% of the recommended size.) When using any type of box stuffing material be sure that the subwoofer’s vented pole piece is clear from any obstructions,...
- Page 10 SEALED BOX CONSTRUCTION Building an enclosure for marine applications requires special care. The material used for enclosure walls should be solid, dense and free of voids or warps. Your enclosure should be made ¾” or 19mm material, Marine Grade Plywood resists warping and rot in harsh water environments. Under no circumstances it is recommended that particle board be used, it does not hold a screw well and tends to fall apart when wet.
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Page 11: Speaker Location
Connect the other end of the speaker wire to the amplifier in accordance with its owner’s manual. After connecting your new PowerBass XL marine speakers to the sound system you are ready to carry out a listening test. Please listen the first time at a low volume setting and check to make sure everything is operating properly. -
Page 12: Recommended Enclosures
First multiple these number by themselves and then divide this sum by 1728. [W x H x D) / 1728]. Please contact your authorized PowerBass dealer for other designs and specifications. (Even though these subwoofers can be used in a vented enclosure, PowerBass recommends an infinite baffle chamber for optimum performance and sound quality.) - Page 13 D) / 1728. Please contact your authorized PowerBass dealer for other designs and specifications. (Even though these subwoofers can be used in a ported enclosure, PowerBass recommends either a free air or a sealed enclosure for optimum performance and sound quality.) XL-1040MF / XL-1040DMF Optimum Sealed Vol.
- Page 14 This manual is the exclusive property of PowerBass USA, Inc. Any reproduction of this manual, or use other than its intentions is strictly prohib- ited without the express consent of PowerBass USA, Inc. Copyright 2018 PowerBass USA, Inc.
- Page 15 Some states do not allow limitations on the length of an implied warranty, so this limitation may not apply. No person is authorized to assume for PowerBass any other liability in connection with the sale of this product.
- Page 16 PowerBass Xtreme (PBX) – A division of PowerBass USA, Inc. 2133 S. Green Privado – Ontario, CA 91761 Tel. (909) 923-3868 – Fax (909) 923-8048 www.powerbassusa.com...
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