Alphasonik MAYHEM PSW912 Owner's Manual

Alphasonik MAYHEM PSW912 Owner's Manual

Alphasonik stereo amplifier user manual

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PSW912 / PSW915

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  • Page 1 ALPHASONIK Owner's Manual PSW912 / PSW915...
  • Page 2 Today, the new Alphasonik is committed to pushing the envelope with regard to technology, quality and value. Our electronics feature audiophile parts and circuit topology designed to let the full musical experience come through, loud and clear.
  • Page 3 Introduction...3 Features and Specifications...4 Building an Enclosure...5-10 Subwoofer Parameters...11 Wiring Diagrams...12-14 Troubleshooting...15 Warning / Disclaimer...16 Notes...17-18...
  • Page 4 Alphasonik product into your vehicle. With proper care and installation, your new product will provide you with many years of high performance listening enjoyment. We...
  • Page 5 Power handling is enhanced because excess heat is quickly absorbed and transferred to the environment. CARBON FIBER, KEVLAR® CONE WITH ALUMINUM DUST CAP Alphasonik 900 Series subwoofers use our Ultra Light dual layer Carbon Fiber Cone with a Aluminum dust cone. HIGH TENSILE STRENGTHDUAL LAYER SURROUND...
  • Page 6 Now that you know about subwoofer specifications it's time to learn about building subwoofer boxes. If you've done any woodworking you shouldn't have much trouble when building a subwoofer enclosure. One of the main differences will probably be the material used in building subwoofer boxes as compared to other woodworking projects.
  • Page 7 If you're planning to build your own enclosure and are confused in what type of enclosure best suits your needs this page will help you choose what enclosure fits your needs. There are many different types of enclosures. The two most common used enclosures are sealed and vented enclosure.
  • Page 8 Calculating speaker enclosure volume is a five step procedure. (Make sure you do not forget to subtract the thickness of the wood that you have selected to use to build your enclosure.) Step One: Measure Height Step Two: Measure Width Step Three: Measure Depth Step Four: Height x Width x Depth Step Five: Divide the results were in step four by 1728...
  • Page 9 Building and calculating a wedged enclosure is a little more difficult then the previous type of enclosures. Calculating a wedged enclosure volume is a 7 step procedure. Step One: Measure the Height Step Two: Measure the Width Step Three: Measure the Top and Bottom of the enclosures depth Step Four: Add the depth together Step Five:...
  • Page 10 Calculating speaker enclosure volume is a five step procedure. (Make sure you do not forget to subtract the thickness of the wood and port displacement that you used.) Step One: Measure Height Step Two: Measure Width Step Three: Measure Depth Step Four: Height x Width x Depth Step Five: Divide the results in step four by 1728 (12"...
  • Page 11 Converting a round port to a slot port. Calculate the area of the round port(s) being used, then use the square root function of your calculator to get the interior dimensions of an equivalent suare port. The length (or depth) of the slot port will be the same as that of the round port.
  • Page 12: Mounting Dimensions

    Model # Vas (liters) Vas (Cu. Ft.) Xmax +/- (mm) Freq. Resp. Depth (mm) Depth (Inches) Through Hole (mm) Through Hole (Inches) Diameter (mm) Diameter (Inches) Displacement Minimum Sealed Sensitivity/dB Maximum Sealed Sensitivity/dB Minimum Vented Internal Volume Port Dia/Inches Port Length/Inches (-3dB) Tuning Freq.
  • Page 13 Parallel-Parallel 0.33 ohms 0.5 ohm 1 ohms Patent No: US D478,556 S Patent No: US 6,601,645 B1 Patent No: US 6,656,000 B2...
  • Page 14 Series-Parallel 4 ohms 1.33 ohms 2 ohms Patent No: US D478,556 S Patent No: US 6,601,645 B1 Patent No: US 6,656,000 B2...
  • Page 15 Series-Series 4 ohms 12 ohms 8 ohms Patent No: US D478,556 S Patent No: US 6,601,645 B1 Patent No: US 6,656,000 B2...
  • Page 16 SYMPTOM No sound Speaker is making a rattling noise No sound from one coil Speaker is distorting at high Check speaker load impedance capabilities volume levels CHECK POINT Is the amplifier power LED illuminated? Is the amplifier overload LED illuminated? Check impedance with Ohm meter Check that the speaker moves freely Check that speaker is secured properly...
  • Page 17 IMPORTANT: Never cut any metal that is an integral part of the vehicle's safety or structural support system. If you are unsure, it is best to have the product professionally installed by an Authorized Alphasonik Dealer. Never sacrifice your safety for sound. Attach this system securely to prevent &...

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