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- Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL OWNER’S MANUAL MAQ-104 CAR AUDIO OCTAVE EQUALIZER A Division of Rockford Corporation 613 South Rockford Drive Tempe, AZ 85281 602-967-3565...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Introduction ......Features ......Nomenclature . -
Page 3: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your selection of the Hafler MAC-104 Octave Equalizer. You have acquired a product that will greatly enhance the performance of your auto sound sys- tem. Because of the sophistication of this advanced electronic device, we recommend that you thoroughly... -
Page 4: Nomenclature
See Figure 1 for active/defeat positions. Delay switch: These dip switches remote turn-on delay period. Frequency band boost and cut: Each adjustment poten- tiometers on the MAQ-104 will allow you to boost by turning any potentiometer clockwise, and cut by turning counter clockwise. WARNINGS... -
Page 5: Installation
The following steps will help to reduce the amount of time and effort required to install the MAQ-104 > Consult a professional installer if necessary > Mount the unit securely in a clean, dry location using the four internal mounting holes. - Page 6 OUTPUT SENSITIVlTY ADJUSTMENT There are four output gain adjustment potentiometers on the MAQ-104. The output levels must be set in such a way as to not overdrive the amplifiers. A proper adjustment can be achieved by adjusting both the...
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Page 7: Equalization
RTA will give decent results, but is harder to use. Either RTA method will require a pink noise generator. STEP BY STEP 1) Extend MAQ-104 input/output cables and B + , turn-on and ground to a convenient location outside the vehicle. (A kit is available from your Hafler dealer.) 2) Test the system to ensure proper function - “zero”... -
Page 8: Some Suggestions
12) Make any fine tuning adjustments while listening to both channels simultaneously. 13) Reinstall MAQ-104 functioning. SOME SUGGESTIONS: > It is best to equalize one channel at a time. Trying to set all four channels at once confuses which channel is producing the results. - Page 9 This procedure usually gives good results EQUALIZATION GOALS The primary goal of the MAQ-104 is to produce a smooth response approaching a desired curve, eliminating or reducing peaks and valleys in our system response A system can be equalized for a flat response but in most cases this is a dry and flat response.
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Page 10: Applications
(DUAL CURVE) This is accomplished by feeding the source outputs into both inputs of the MAQ-104. Next tie both the MAQ-104 outputs together. The dual curve option is then produced by making either the front channels active and the rear channels active. -
Page 13: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS The MAQ-104 is deliberatdy restricted to 12 dB of boost or cut per band. This is meant to discourage attempts to correct large system response problemswith the equalizer. System response errors greater than about 6 dB over a span of an octave or more should be corrected elsewhere in the system, by correcting speaker or amplifier problems. -
Page 20: Warranty
Proof of purchase must be provided with the returned unit to insure full benefit of the warranty period, for if not, Hafler will be unable to honor the warranty, labor and pans will be charged to you. - Page 21 Dear Hafler Owner, The gloss black insert on the face-plate of your new Hafler equipment has been packaged with a removable protec- tive coating. Please peel off this protective coating follow- ing installation. When cleaning the face plate, we advise a soft cotton cloth with a non-abrasive cleaner that is safe for Lexan and painted surfaces.
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