Boston Acoustics SPG-TR Installation Instructions Download Page 2

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SPG555 / SPG-TR Enclosure Design Example  

Model:

SPG555 w/ SPG-TR

H = Height:

13" (33.0cm)

W = Width:

13" (33.0cm)

D = Depth:

10.5" (26.7cm)

Gross Volume:

1.0 Ft

3

(28.3L)

Q-Tune

†: (HP & Q Setting)

Use SPG-TR Tuning / Q-Tune

Setting Matrix Above

Enclosure dimensions are internal and include displacement for both SPG555 & SPG-TR.

The enclosure shape is an example and these dimensions can be modified provided the exact
internal volume is retained and there is adequate clearance behind the SPG555 and the SPG-TR. 

3

4

-inch thick M.D.F. is recommended as a minimum

†Q-Tune™ is a feature found on Boston GT Amplifiers 

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In-Car Response w/ Q-Tune

Enclosure Response

Boston Acoustics, Inc.  300 Jubilee Drive,  Peabody,  MA  01960  USA 

T: 978.538.5000  F: 978.538.5100  W: bostonacoustics.com

Q-Tune and TunableRadiator are trademarks and Boston, Boston Acoustics, and the Boston Acoustics
logo are registered trademarks of Boston Acoustics, Inc. Specifications are subject to change without
notice. All rights reserved. Covered by patents issued and/or pending. 
© 2008 Boston Acoustics, Inc. 

SPG-TR TunableRadiator

Tuning Hardware

Small Tuning Mass*

2 x Large Tuning Mass

(1 installed* / 1 in hardware pack)

Screw* 

Lock Washer*

Washer*

*Pre-installed on SPG-TR from factory

SPG-TR TunableRadiator

Tuning Frequency Chart

For The Recommended SPG555/SPG-TR Enclosure (1.0ft

3

)

Mode Type

Tuning Freq.

Small Tuning Mass

Large Tuning Mass

Tuning Mode 1:

45Hz

X

X

Tuning Mode 2:

35Hz

1

1

Tuning Mode 3:

30Hz

X

2

Key: X = No Mass Used, 1 = One Mass Used, 2 = Two Mass Used

Changing The Tuning On The SPG-TR TunableRadiator

Note: The SPG-TR TunableRadiator

is shipped from the factory in “Tuning Mode #2”. 

1.Remove the six screws 

u

. Lift the

dustcap off of the SPG-TR 

v

.

2.On the bottom side of the dustcap

w

, remove the center screw, lock

washer, and washer that hold the
mass to the dustcap.  

3.Select the desired tuning mode by

placing the correct combination of
mass, foam side down, on the 
center shaft. (use the tuning guide
located above)

4.Install the center screw,

lock 

washer, and washer and tighten. 

5.Re-install the dustcap and gasket

using all six screws.  

Warning: The dustcap is a structural part
of the SPG-TR and must be installed
before use. 

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SPG-TR TunableRadiator

Description

Designed to work perfectly with the the Boston SPG555
subwoofer, the SPG-TR allows you to use the SPG555 in
a 1.0Ft

3

enclosure and delivers low bass similar to a 

ported enclosure while maintaining the transient
response and compact size of a sealed enclosure.
Provided tuning masses allow you to customize the
response of the SPG-TR to best match your vehicle and
listening preference.  

SPG-TR Specifications / Enclosure Recommendation

Model:

SPG-TR

Nominal Size:

555cm

2

Mounting Cutout Diameter:

Use Provided Cutout Template

Mounting Depth:

4" (102mm)

(includes required clearance behind SPG-TR)

Recommended TunableRadiator

Enclosure Volume*:

1.0 ft

3

(28.3L)

Q-Tune

: (HP & Q Setting)

Use SPG-TR Tuning / Q-Tune

Setting Matrix Below

*Enclosure requires SPG555 (2

or 4

) and volume includes basket displacement for both the

SPG555 subwoofer and the SPG-TR TunableRadiator.

SPG-TR Tuning / Q-Tune

Setting Matrix

Model:

Tuning

Q-Tune

Setting

Tuning Mode 1:

45Hz 

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Tuning Mode 2*:

35Hz

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Tuning Mode 3:

30Hz

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*Factory Tuning Mode

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SPG-TR Handle Installation Instructions

Warning: Choose the position of the handle wisely. Installing the screws into the dustcap will mar the area around
where the screw is installed. Although not visible with the handle installed in the original position, if the handle is
moved, you will be able to see the enlarged screw holes from the previous install position. 

1.The handle is held in place by two

screws (included in the hardware
kit). The handle can be positioned
eight different ways 

u

.

2.Line up the handle with two of the

six screw  holes on the dustcap.
Using the provided 2.5mm tool,
hand tighten the screws 

v

. The 

specific orientation of the handle
will not effect performance, 
however, to ensure proper tuning,
must be installed prior to using the
SPG-TR. 

45º

90º

-45º

45º

90º

-45º

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