Kicker CompVT CVT10 Owner's Manual page 2

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The Kicker CompVT subwoofers were specially designed for "Livin' Loud" out in the harsh automotive
environment. CompVT subwoofers are versatile and surpass the competition in a sealed or vented box.
The ultra-thin mounting depth make the CompVT subwoofers ideal for custom installations and space-
limited applications. See Figure 1. 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]
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Equivalent Volume [Vas], ft (L)
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Net Displacement, in (cc)
Outer Frame Diameter, in (cm)
Hole Cut-Out Diameter, in (cm)
Mounting Depth, in (cm)
CompVT Subwoofer
Note: All specifications and performance figures are subject to change. Measurements based on 2 ohm voice coil models.
Please visit the www.kicker.com for the most current information.
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Owner'sManual
Models: CVT8 / CVT12
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CVT10
CVT8
2 or 4
2 or 4
49.2 32.7
400 (200) 800 (400)
84.8 87.2
.501 (12.73)
.226 (5.75)
2.13
2.15
10.641 9.56
.597 .461
.565 .440
1.30 (37.14)
.364 (10.32)
48.2 (790)
30.4 (497)
8 1/2 (21.6) 10 5/8 (27)
7 1/16 (17.9) 9 1/8 (23.2)
4 3/16 (10.7)
3 3/8 (8.6)
Figure 1
Comp Subwoofer
SealedEnclosureApplications
The CompVT 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 with increased energy at the lowest frequencies, 20 to 30Hz. These designs deliver massive
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CVT10 amounts of highly-accurate bass and can be driven with punishing levels of amplifier power. The
CompVT 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. CompVT subwoofers
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. Do not make the
airspace greater than the SQ, maximum enclosure volume, recommendation.
Model: SealedCompact (MinimumEnclosureVolume)
CVT8 .4 ft
CVT10 .8 ft
CVT12 1 ft
CVT12
Panel Dimensions for CompactSealedEnclosures using 3/4" (1.9cm) thick MDF: (See Figure 3)
2 or 4 Model: Volume, ft
.4 (11.3)
32.3 CVT8
.8 (22.7)
800 (400) CVT10
CVT12 1 (28.3)
87.1
.498 (12.64)
To make the most efficient use of space when building the compact sealed enclosure for your CompVT
2.16
subwoofer, you must use the included clearance plate. The clearance plate allows the CompVT
subwoofer to sit recessed within the back panel of the subwoofer box to minimize the enclosure's
10.16
depth. The clearance plate must seal tightly. First, use a plunging router, straight-cut bit, and a circle jig
.546
to create a 1/16" (2mm) deep recess with an outer diameter of 6 1/2" (16.7cm) and an inner diameter
of approximately 5" (12.7cm). Center the recess behind the subwoofer on the back panel. Then, cut a
.518
5 1/4" (13.3cm) diameter hole in the center of the recess all the way through the back panel. Using the
2.15 (61.0)
clearance plate as a reference, drill the six screw holes with a #29 (0.136", 3.5mm) drill bit. Next,
countersink each screw hole using a 1/4" (6mm) drill or countersinking bit so the clearance plate will fit
52.4 (860)
tightly against the back panel. Remove the paper backing from the foam gasket and adhere it to the
12 1/2 (31.8)
inside of the clearance plate. Then, fasten the clearance plate to the box with six #8 screws.
10 15/16 (27.8)
4 5/16 (10.9)
Figure 2
Please allow two weeks of break-in time for the subwoofer to reach optimum performance. To get the best performance
from your new Kicker subwoofers, we recommend using genuine Kicker Accessories and Wiring.
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(11.3L) Power Handling = 200W RMS
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(22.7L) Power Handling = 400W RMS
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(28.3L) Power Handling = 400W RMS
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Panel A, in (cm) Panel B, in (cm)
(L)
2.5 x 12 (6.4x30.5) 13.5 x 24.5 (34.3x62.2)
3 x 16.5 (7.6x41.9) 18 x 30.5 (45.7x77.5)
3.125 x 16.5 (7.9x41.9) 18 x 36 (45.7x91.4)
6 1/2" (16.7cm)
Clearance Plate
recess outer
1/16" (2mm) diameter
recess
5 1/4" (13.3cm)
cut out
diameter
SealedSQ (MaximumEnclosureVolume)
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1.8 ft (51L) Power Handling = 200W RMS
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3 ft (85L) Power Handling = 300W RMS
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4.6 ft (130L) Power Handling = 300W RMS
Panel C, in (cm)
2.5 x 24.5 (6.4x62.2)
3 x 30.5 (7.6x77.5)
3.125 x 36 (7.9x91.4)
Drill with #29 (0.136",
3.5mm) bit, then
countersink with 1/4"
(6mm) bit, six holes
equally spaced. Use
clearance plate as
template.
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