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170 dB. Please observe all local sound ordinances while listening to your PowerBass Xtreme system. PowerBass USA, Inc. accepts no liability for hearing loss, bodily injury, or property damage due to the result...
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POWERBASS XL SHALLOW WOOFER FEATURES Flat Injection Molded Cone Ridges strengthen the poly cone to withstand punishment while ensuring low distortion in a small enclosure. Large Roll Santoprene Surround This large roll surround allows maximum excursion and precision bass reproduction.
WIRING GUIDELINES t is highly recommended that you seek an authorized PowerBass dealer to properly setup, wire and install your woofers for maximum performance. There are multiple ways to wire your woofers depending on your amplifier and system configuration. It is important to know the limits of your amplifier to optimize its performance.
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SINGLE VOICE COIL WIRING Continued PARALLEL STANDARD Amplifier Amplifier Single 4 ohm woofer Parallel wiring of two single 4 ohm subs = 2 ohms PARALLEL SERIES-PARALLEL Amplifier Parallel wiring of four single 4 ohm subs = 1 ohms Amplifier Series/ Parallel wiring of four single 4 ohm subs = 4 ohms...
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1.5 pounds per cubic feet of low density, high heat specific box stuffing material. PowerBass recom- mends 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.)
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(If you are intending to use multiple subwoofers in your system, PowerBass recommends having separate chambers for each subwoofer if the subwoofers will be operated by two different amplified signals. This will prevent any possible cancellation.) ENCLOSURE VOLUME To calculate the volume required for your enclosure please refer to the Recommended Enclosures secction of this guide for your specific model number.
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TIPS TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR XL WOOFER Your PowerBass Xtreme subwoofer has been meticulous engineered and designed to handle high power musical reproduction. Despite their rugged construction, it is possible to damage your speaker if they are improperly used.
SUBWOOFER CROSSOVER SETTING Your PowerBass subwoofers will perform best if they are used in conjuction with a subwoofer crossover of some kind. Using a crossover will remove unwanted high frequencies and allow them to concentrate only on bass. The two most common types of crossovers are "passive" or "active" (electronic crossovers are active).
PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION NOTE: The tools listed below may be required for basic installation. • An electric drill with bits • Saber, circular and jig saw • Phillips-head and standard screwdrivers • Wire strippers • Crimping tool and needle-nose pliers •...
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PARAMETERS FOR POWERBASS XL SERIES WOOFERS (Due to Constant Improvements, Specifications and Parameters are subject to change without notice.) XL-1040T XL-1040TD XL-1240T XL-1240TD VC Impedance (ohms) 4Ω 4Ω + 4Ω 4Ω 4Ω + 4Ω Test Impedance (ohms) 3.2Ω 6.8Ω 3.2Ω...
First multiple these number by themselves and then divide this sum by 1728. (W x H x D) / 1728. Please contact your authorized PowerBass Xtreme dealer for other designs and specifications. (Even though these subwoofers can be used in a ported enclosure, PowerBass recommends a sealed...
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XL-1040T / XL-1040TD Optimum Sealed Volume English Unit Metric Unit Gross Vb internal 0.30 cu ft 8.50 ltr Fc, (resonance frequency of the closed box system) 56 Hz 56 Hz F3 (-3dB Cutoff) 50 Hz 50 Hz Displacement 0.04 cu ft 1.133 L...
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PowerBass and the CEA want you listening for a lifetime! This manual is the exclusive property of PowerBass USA, Inc. Any reproduction of this manual, or use other than its intentions is strictly prohibited without the express consent of PowerBass USA, Inc. Copyright 2017 PowerBass USA, Inc.
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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.
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PowerBass Xtreme – 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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