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Operate with caution. When designing systems with W7AE drivers, it is very important to achieve a good power match between the subwoofer amplifier and the subwoofer driver's capabilities. The power levels listed in the above chart represent continuous (RMS) amplifier power per woofer and assume that the user will regularly make full use of that power without drastically overdriving (clipping) the amplifier(s). Make...
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Prolonged exposure to high sound pressure levels can lead to permanent hearing loss. W7AE subwoofers are capable of reproducing sound at extremely high sound pressure levels. Please exercise restraint in the operation of your system in order to preserve your hearing and your long-term enjoyment of this product’s sound quality capabilities.
The ultimate no-compromise subwoofer for those seeking extreme output and sublime sound quality. Please review the mounting procedures thoroughly before attempting to remove the speaker from its shipping baffle. The W7AE mounts like no other speaker and care must be taken to follow these instructions precisely.
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Step 5: Ready to Install You are now ready to install the W7AE into its enclosure. The parts are shown below. Step 6: Connect the speaker wires and place the W7AE into the enclosure Connect the positive wire to the red terminal and the negative wire to the black terminal of the W7AE (picture 6a).
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Guide” on pg. 14 for precise Infrasonic Filter: optimum performance. response of the W7AE and setting instructions. Turn “Off” for Sealed Enclosure. the lower response of the Select “30Hz” for Ported Enclosure.
T-Nuts, each at least 1/2-inch (12.5 mm) longer than the thickness of the mounting baffle (not included). Net Weight: 52 lbs. (23.6 kg) Unpacking/Mounting: Please refer to the “How to: Mount a W7AE Subwoofer ” on pages 4 & 5 for detailed, step-by-step instructions. Bolt Hole Circle 12.7 in.
Guide” on pg. 14 for precise Infrasonic Filter: optimum performance. response of the W7AE and setting instructions. Turn “Off” for Sealed Enclosure. the lower response of the Select “30Hz” for Ported Enclosure.
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T-Nuts, each at least 1/2-inch (12.5 mm) longer than the thickness of the mounting baffle (not included). Net Weight: 45 lbs. (20.4 kg) Unpacking/Mounting: Please refer to the “How to: Mount a W7AE Subwoofer ” on pages 4 & 5 for detailed, step-by-step instructions. Bolt Hole...
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“Input Sensitivity Setting cable splitter (not included). can accept a wide range settings may be necessary for response of the W7AE and Guide” on pg. 14 for precise This is a true subwoofer level of input signals, from optimum performance.
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T-Nuts, each at least 1/2-inch (12.5 mm) longer than the thickness of the mounting baffle (not included). Net Weight: 30 lbs. (13.6 kg) Unpacking/Mounting: Please refer to the “How to: Mount a W7AE Subwoofer ” on pages 4 & 5 for detailed, step-by-step instructions. Bolt Hole...
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“Input Sensitivity Setting cable splitter (not included). can accept a wide range settings may be necessary for response of the W7AE and Guide” on pg. 14 for precise This is a true subwoofer level of input signals, from optimum performance.
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8W7AE Subwoofer: Driver & Enclosure Specifications Grille Clearance: 2.3125 in. (25 mm) from the bottom of the Mounting Hardware: Twelve #8 x 1.00” long clear, zinc-plated mounting flange to the lowest inside surface of the grille. steel Phillips pan-head sheet metal screws (included) or twelve #8-32 long steel Phillips pan-head machine screws with Displacement: 0.06 cu.
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Input Sensitivity “Gain” Setting Guide for JL Audio Subwoofer Amplifiers Following the directions below will allow you to easily adjust the input sensitivity of the amplifier(s), using commonly available equipment. Properly setting levels according to this procedure will result in optimum amplifier performance and improved system reliability.
Limited Warranty If you need service on your JL AUDIO product: JL AUDIO warrants this speaker to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase. All warranty returns should be sent to JL AUDIO freight prepaid...