Kicker Comp C15 Owner's Manual page 2

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The Kicker Comp subwoofers were specially designed for "Livin' Loud" out in the harsh automotive
environment. Comp subwoofers are extremely versatile, excel in a sealed or vented box, and surpass
the competition on an infinite baffle (free-air) installation. They are made of advanced materials and
construction techniques to maintain optimal performance for years to come.
Performance
Model:
Nominal Impedance [Zn], ohm
Resonance Frequency [fs], Hz
Power Handling Watts, Peak (RMS)
Sensitivity [SPLo], dB @ 1W, 1m
Effective Excursion [EXmax™], in (mm)
DC Resistance [Re], ohm
Mechanical Q-Factor [Qms]
Electrical Q-Factor [Qes]
Total Q-Factor [Qts]
3
Equivalent Volume [Vas], ft (L)
3
Net Displacement, in (cc)
Outer Frame Diameter, in (cm)
Hole Cut-Out Diameter, in (cm)
Mounting Depth, in (cm)
InfiniteBaffleMounting
The infinite baffle mounting method effectively utilizes the rear deck and trunk space of most sedan
type vehicles. The Comp subwoofer does not require a sealed enclosure for thump'in performance.
Carefully install the subwoofer in the baffle. Mark the rear deck or parcel shelf for the hole cut-out
diameter of the subwoofer and cut the hole. The rear deck may need to be reinforced to help hold the
weight of the subwoofer and to keep it from flexing during playback. Mount 3/4" (1.9 cm) thick MDF
(Medium Density Fiberboard) to the bottom of the deck. Mark the MDF and cut the holes. If MDF is not
available in your area, use high grade plywood. It is important to isolate the sound coming off the front
of the subwoofer from the sound radiating from the back of the subwoofer. This isolation is usually
accomplished by using the driver in a factory speaker location, or in a location with a semi-isolated rear
chamber. See Figure 1.
Note: All specifications and performance figures are subject to change. Measurements based on 4 ohm voice coil models.
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Subwoofer Serial Number:
C8 C10 C12
4 or 8 4 or 8 4 or 8
40.2 29.4 26.5
200 (100)
300 (150) 300 (150)
85.6 87.3 89.1
.34 (8.76) .38 (9.76) .38 (9.76)
3.98 3.70 3.69
10.00 9.65 9.61
.544
.473 .447
.516 .451 .427
.69 (19.54) 2.27 (64.38) 4.5 (127.65)
38 (620) 60 (982) 105 (1719)
8 1/2 (21.6) 10 11/16 (27.1) 12 1/2 (31.7)
7 1/16 (18) 9 1/4 (23.5) 11 1/8 (28.3)
4 1/8 (10.4) 4 13/16 (12.3) 5 13/16 (14.8)
SealedEnclosureApplications
The Comp generates more sound pressure than competing subwoofers on the market and excels when
used in the recommended sealed boxes. These sealed enclosure designs give the smoothest response
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C8
with increased energy at the lowest frequencies, 20 to 30Hz. These designs deliver massive amounts of
highly-accurate bass and can be driven with punishing levels of amplifier power.
The Comp high performance suspension system can operate in a larger sealed enclosure. This
maximum enclosure volume application is ideal for SQ (ultra sound quality) installations. The SQ
enclosure generates a very flat response curve and superbly extends the subbass response.
Comp woofers perform well in any size sealed enclosure between the Compact and SQ volume
recommendations. These systems will exhibit benefits of both designs: Compact produces high-impact
bass, and SQ generates low bass frequency protraction. Overall, the system will sound more like the
recommended enclosure design it is closest to in enclosure volume. These enclosure recommendations
have been calculated with the airspace inside the enclosure and include the displacement of the woofer.
All sealed-enclosure airspace should be filled to 50% loose poly-fil (polyester fiberfill) stuffing.
Model:
C8
C15
C10
4 or 8
C12
21.7
C15
500 (250)
90.2
.45 (11.53)
Model: Volume, ft
3.32
C8
11.20
C10
.397
C12
.383
C15
9.61 (272.33)
199 (3257)
Figure 1
15 3/8 (39)
13 7/8 (35.2)
7 3/8 (18.8)
Comp Subwoofer
Trunk / Storage Space
Carefully mount loudspeakers in the trunk space or in other compartments
of the vehicle. Pay attention to cable lines, trunk springs, hinges and seat
mechanisms that could cause problems with the operation of the vehicle
or stereo system. Carefully lay the stereo system cables; pay attention to
seat fasteners and other items that could harm the cables.
Comp Subwoofer - Covered by one or more of the following patents:
U.S. Pat #'s 6,611,604, 6,731,773 D473,216, D456,386, D449,293,
D355,193, Taiwan Pat. #162,154; Other U.S. and foreign patents pending.
Please allow two weeks of break-in time for the subwoofer to reach optimum performance. To get the best performance
SealedCompact (MinimumEnclosureVolume)
3
.5 ft (14.2L) Power Handling = 100W RMS
3
1.0 ft (28.3L) Power Handling = 150W RMS
3
1.25 ft (35.4L) Power Handling = 250W RMS
3
2.25 ft (63.7L) Power Handling = 250W RMS
Panel Dimensions for CompactSealedEnclosures using 3/4" (1.9cm) thick MDF:
3
(L) Panel A, in (cm)
.5 (14.2) 11x11 (27.9x27.9)
13.5x13.5 (34.3x34.3)
1.0 (28.3)
1.25 (35.4) 14.5x14.5 (36.8x36.8)
2.25 (63.7) 17.25x17.25 (43.8x43.8)
Front Sound
Waves
Rear Sound
Waves Rear Seat
from your new Kicker subwoofers, we recommend using genuine Kicker Accessories and Wiring.
SealedSQ (MaximumEnclosureVolume)
3
1.2 ft (34L) Power Handling = 100W RMS
3
2.4 ft (68L) Power Handling = 150W RMS
3
3.5 ft (99.1L) Power Handling = 150W RMS
3
5.0 ft (141.6L) Power Handling = 250W RMS
Panel B, in (cm) Panel C, in (cm)
11x9.5 (27.9x24.1) 9.5x9.5 (24.1x24.1)
13.5x12 (34.3x30.5) 12x12 (30.5x30.5)
14.5x13 (36.8x33) 13x13 (33x33)
17.25x15.75 (43.8x40) 15.75x15.75 (40x40)
B
C
A
Figure 2
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