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- Page 1 3XL-1201D 3XL-1202D 3XL-1501D 3XL-1502D 3XL SUBWOOFER SERIES Application Guide...
- Page 3 170 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...
- Page 4 To prevent damage to your speakers, please observe the following caution: Your PowerBass Xtreme Super Sub is made with the highest quality materials designed for years of trouble free performance. However, damage to the speaker can occur when the amplifier, regardless of output power, is made to play at levels higher then it was intended.
- Page 5 POWERBASS XTREME 3XL WOOFER FEATURES Proprietary Non-pressed Raw Paper Kraft Cone: This rugged cone material provides structural integrity that will handle the abuse a Class D amplifier will deliver to a woofer while delivering maximum cone area and ground pounding SPL. The rough surface helps to break up standing waves.
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Page 6: Wiring Guidelines
All PowerBass Xtreme subwoofers use dual voice coils. The use of dual voice coils offers you more versatility in system configuration. It is important to know the limits of your amplifier to optimize its performance. It is always better to use your subwoofer in a mono / bridged mode if your amplifier has the capabilities. - Page 7 DUAL 2-OHM VOICE COIL WIRING PARALLEL SERIES Amplifier Amplifier Series wiring a dual 2 ohm sub = 4 ohm Parallel wiring a dual 2 ohm sub = 1 ohm SERIES-PARALLEL Amplifier Series-Parallel wiring two dual 2 ohm subs = 2 ohm NOTE: Never connect only one coil of a Dual Voice Coil (DVC) speaker.
- Page 8 Xtreme dealer for assistance. CHOOSING A SPEAKER ENCLOSURE The PowerBass Xtreme 3XL Subwoofers are engineered to perform at their optimum level in a Vented (aka Ported) enclosure. However, these subwoofers offer the versatility of being used in either sealed, vented or bandpass enclosures.
- Page 9 Minor deviations from design recommendations however may result in frequency response and distortion problems. (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.
- Page 10 TIPS TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR 3XL WOOFER Your PowerBass Xtreme subwoofer has been meticulously 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.
- Page 11 SUBWOOFER CROSSOVER SETTING Your PowerBass Xtreme Super Sub will perform best if it is used in conjunction with a subwoofer crossover of some kind. Using a crossover will remove unwanted high frequencies and allow them to concentrate only on bass.
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Page 12: Installation Precautions
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 •... -
Page 13: Power Recommendations
RMS power handling of the speaker, when actually the “Max” is generally the breaking point of the speaker. In an effort to minimize any confusion, PowerBass has chosen to rate our Super Subs in the following manner: NOMINAL POWER HANDLING Playing your woofer at levels below the Pe-RMS spec will allow the woofer to operate at optimum conditions and cause the speaker minimal mechanical degradation over time. -
Page 14: Recommended Enclosures
To calculate the internal airspace required, take the internal dimensions of the box. First multiple these number by themselves and then divide this sum by 1728. (W x H x D) / 1728. Please contact your authorized PowerBass Autsound dealer for other designs and specifications. - Page 15 3XL-1201D/3XL-1202D Sealed (Recommended) Ported (Recommended) Sealed (Minimum) Ported (Minimum) Sealed (Maximum) Ported (Maximum)
- Page 16 3XL-1501D/3XL-1502D Minimum Recommended Maximum Volume Volume Volume Sealed cu.ft 1.25 0.88 0.74 0.69 Ported cu.ft Round Port 5 x 17.5 5 x 19.4 5 x 10.5 Round Port Displacement cu.ft 0.22 0.12 Slot Port Opening 15 x 1.5 15 x 1.5 15 x 1.5 Slot Port Length 20 7/8...
- Page 17 3XL-1501D/3XL-1502D Sealed (Recommended) Ported (Recommended) Sealed (Minimum) Ported (Maximum) Sealed (Maximum) Ported (Maximum)
- Page 18 Please refer to the enclosed diagram regarding the unpacking/repacking of your woofer. This very special- ized woofer from PowerBass is custom packed from the factory to prevent any shipping damage from occurring to the product. It is important that you follow the separate diagram to unpack/repack your PowerBass Cast Super Sub.
- Page 19 PowerBass and the CEA want you to 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 2013 PowerBass USA, Inc.
- Page 20 INSTALLATION NOTES Model Number Serial Number Date Purchased...
- Page 22 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.
- Page 24 PowerBass Xtreme (PBX) – 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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