CARVIN TR1522 Instructions

CARVIN ENGINEER DATA
Congratulations on your selection of the 1522 subwoofer.
1522
woofer systems made, the TR
power and punch. The two high powered heavy-duty cast frame 15" woofers are efficient
even under the most stressful and intense power levels. The computer-aided tuned-ported
enclosure offers the best frequency response. The featured Trapezoid enclosure offers a 15°
angle off-set on each side for you to stack or hang the enclosures together creating full, gap-
less coverage. Hookups are easy too, with either 1/4" jacks or professional Twist-Lok connectors.

RECEIVING INSPECTION

INSPECT YOUR SPEAKER FOR ANY DAMAGE which may have occurred during ship-
ping. If any damage is found, please notify the shipping company & CARVIN.
SAVE THE CARTON & ALL PACKING MATERIALS. In the event you have to re-ship your
unit, always use the original carton and packing material. This will provide the best pos-
sible protection during shipment. CARVIN and the shipping company are not liable for
any damage caused by improper packing.
SAVE YOUR INVOICE. It will be required for warranty service if needed in the future.
SHIPMENT SHORTAGE. If you find items missing, they may have been shipped sepa-
rately. Please allow several days for the rest of your order to arrive before inquiring.
RECORD THE SERIAL NUMBER on the enclosed warranty card or below on this man-
ual for your records. Keep your portion of the card and return the portion with your
name and comments to us.

TYPICAL LOUDSPEAKER IMPEDANCE CONFIGURATIONS

Individual speaker or speaker cabinet wiring examples for total impedance.
8Ω TOTAL
SERIES CONNECTION
IMPEDANCE
16Ω TOTAL IMPEDANCE
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8Ω 8Ω 16Ω 8Ω
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8Ω

SPEAKER CABLES

The TR1522 can accept both the SP 12 gauge or the PH 16 gauge 1/4" speaker
cables. Due to the high power capacity of the TR1522, it is recommended to use
the high current SP Twist-Lok cables (Carvin part numbers SP25 or SP50).
76-01522A 0101
TR1522 HIGH POWERED TRAPEZOID
SUBWOOFER SPEAKER ENCLOSURE
As one of the finest sub-
will reproduce your low frequencies with plenty of
PARALLEL CONNECTION SERIES/PARALLEL
4Ω TOTAL IMPEDANCE CONNECTION
8Ω TOTAL IMPEDANCE
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8Ω
8Ω
4Ω 8Ω
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8Ω
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8Ω

BUILT-IN CROSSOVER

Your subwoofer system comes with an 250Hz 12dB/octave built-in crossover, which is
switched IN when you receive your system. By removing the dust cap below the words
CROSSOVER on the rear connect plate, you can switch the crossover OUT. This will give you
more mid frequencies through your system, which in some cases you may want. Another rea-
son to disengage the crossover, is when you are using an electronic crossover such as our
XC3000 you can select a different crossover frequency.

REAR CONNECT PLATE

Two professional Twist-Lok connectors and two standard 1/4" phone jacks are fea-
tured. Use these connectors for connecting to the power amp and daisy chaining to
an additional speaker system.

PRECAUTIONS

1) DO NOT EXCEED THE POWER RATING marked on the rear connect plate.
Excessive power will destroy drivers. 2) DISTORTION from power amps will destroy
drivers much faster than clean power. 3) WATER, MOISTURE, and DUST are harmful
to drivers causing failure which is not covered under warranty.

WARRANTY

CARVIN loudspeakers are covered by a ONE year limited warranty unless otherwise
stated. Warranty coverage is limited to original manufactures defects only. WAR-
RANTY DOES NOT COVER: 1) Opened or burned voice coils. 2) Torn cones caused
by improper packing or abuse. 3) Damage from rain, moisture, ETC. When returning
defective driver(s), remove them from the enclosure to reduce shipping costs . DO
NOT stuff paper into the driver(s). Return pre-paid by UPS. Include your address and
description of the problem. Your driver(s) will be returned COD for the cost of ship-
ping and reconditioning if not covered under warranty.

MODEL TR1522 SPEAKER SYSTEM SPECS:

Useable Low Frequency: 49 Hz (-10 dB)
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8Ω
For your records, you may wish to record the following information.
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8Ω
Serial No._____________________ Invoice Date________________
12340 World Trade Drive, San Diego, CA 92128
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
Frequency Response: 55 Hz - 275 Hz ±3 dB
Power Handling: 1200w continuous
Recommended Amp: 300 to 2000 watts
Sensitivity: 101 dB SPL, 1 watt @ 1 meter
Nominal Impedance: 4Ω
Connector Type: Two 1/4", two Twist-Lok
Enclosure Type: Vented Box
Enclosure Material: 13-Ply Poplar Plywood, Duratuff II
Dim/Wt: 48"H x 18.75"D x 24"W, 102lbs.
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INSTRUCTIONS
PRO SOUND REINFORCEMENT
TWIST-LOK
IMPEDANCE: 4 Ohms
POWER RATING: 800 Watts
INTERNAL CROSSOVER
BYP ASS
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