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Instruction Manual
To ensure maximum performance and safety,
please follow this manual. Please retain the
manual for future reference after installation
Model: BlackAir 10, 12 & 15

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Product Features Overview
Key Component Descriptions
Details on Surround, Tinsel wires, Cone, Magnet, T-Yoke, Dual Voice Coil, Spider, Basket, Terminals.
Aesthetic Elements
Covers Rubber boot and Alloy gasket for styling and finish.
Run-in Procedure
Break-in Process and Benefits
Gradual volume increase over 30 hours ensures full potential and prevents damage.
Wiring Options
Single Woofer Wiring
Shows 1 Ohm parallel and 4 Ohm series configurations.
Twin Woofer Wiring
2 Ohm Series/Parallel Wiring
Wiring example for dual subwoofer configurations.
Installation Methods
Free-Air Installation Guide
Mounting without enclosure, considerations for phase error and power handling.
Sealed Enclosure Installation
Sealed Enclosure Characteristics & Suitability
Benefits of tight bass, power handling, and suitability for genres.
Ported Enclosure Installation
Ported Enclosure Functionality & Benefits
Vent interaction, increased output, genre suitability.
Ported Enclosure Dimensions
Details recommended port volume and dimensions for models.
Enclosure Construction
Material, Construction & Sealing
Recommends materials, bracing, and airtight sealing methods.
Silicone Sealer Caution
Avoid screwing subwoofer until sealer cures to prevent damage.
Enclosure Volume Calculation
Volume Conversion Methods
Explains converting cubic feet to litres and cubic inches.
Enclosure Volume Calculation Examples
Calculating Dimensions and Displacement
Examples for depth, external dimensions, and factoring in displacement.
Port Clearance Requirements
Ensure adequate gap between enclosure rear and port.
Limited Warranty Information
Warranty Coverage, Exclusions & International
Details coverage, exclusions, and international procedures.
Important Safety Warnings
Hearing Protection Advisory
Subwoofers can cause permanent hearing damage; use caution.
Legal and Copyright Information
Content Ownership, Trademarks & Liability
Covers ownership, trademarks, and liability disclaimers.
Warranty Registration Form
Purchase Information Fields
Fields for recording model, serial, and purchase date.
VIBE Audio Accessories
Cables and Interconnects
Speaker cables, RCA leads, and power/ground cables.
Power, Protection & Control Accessories
Circuit breakers, distribution blocks, level controllers, fuses.
Enclosure Tuning & Protection Accessories
PortPlugs, defender grills, banana plugs.
VIBE CriticalLink™ Cabling Range
Cable System Importance & Benefits
Cables are critical for audio system performance and quality.
VIBE System Kits
Bass, Stereo & Active Kit Details
Components and compatibility for various system kits.
VIBE Performance Enhancement Products
Power Capacitor & Line Driver
PC15 capacitor and Deltabox line driver for system improvement.
FastPlug & Specific Cables
FastPlug connector and detailed descriptions of various cable types.

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