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Signature Series CRGBW 10" 

Subwoofer Installation Instructions 

Important Safety Information

 WARNING

See the 

Important Safety and Product Information

 guide in the 

product box for product warnings and other important 

information.

 WARNING

This device must be installed according to these instructions.
Disconnect the vehicle's or vessel's power supply before 

beginning to install this device.

 CAUTION

Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100 dBA 

may cause permanent hearing loss. The volume is typically too 

loud if you cannot hear people speaking around you. Limit the 

amount of time you listen at high volume. If you experience 

ringing in your ears or muffled speech, stop listening and have 

your hearing checked.
To avoid possible personal injury, always wear safety goggles, 

ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling, cutting, or 

sanding.

NOTICE

When drilling or cutting, always check what is on the opposite 

side of the surface to avoid damaging the vessel.
It is strongly recommended that you have your audio system 

installed by a professional installer to ensure optimum 

performance.

You must read all installation instructions before beginning the 

installation. If you experience difficulty during the installation, go 

to 

www.fusionentertainment.com

 for product support.

After installing the subwoofer, you should run the subwoofer at 

low to medium volumes for the first few hours of use. This helps 

to improve the overall sound by gradually loosening up the 

moving components of the subwoofer, such as the cone, spider, 

and surround

Tools Needed

• Electric drill
• Drill bit (size varies based on surface material)
• Phillips screwdriver
• Appropriate saw or utility knife to cut surface material
• 12 AWG (3.31 mm²) or larger speaker wire
• 6.3 mm female speaker spade connectors (recommended)
• 22 AWG (0.33 mm²) or larger wire for the LEDs (sports 

models only)

• 4 mm male and female bullet connectors for the LED wires 

(recommended, sports models only)

• Wire strippers (optional)
• Crimping tool (optional)
• Electrical tape (optional)
• Marine sealant (optional)

NOTE: 

For customized installations, additional tools and 

materials may be needed.

Mounting Considerations

NOTICE

When mounting the subwoofer in an area exposed to weather or 

water, you must mount the subwoofer on a vertical surface. If 

you mount the subwoofer on a horizontal surface facing up, 

water can gather in and around the subwoofer, causing damage 

over time.
If you intend to mount the subwoofer outside the boat, you must 

mount it in a location well above the waterline, where it is not 

submerged or damaged by docks, pilings, or other pieces of 

equipment. When mounted correctly, this subwoofer is rated for 

protection from the front of the speaker. Water exposure and 

damage to the rear of the subwoofer voids the warranty. This 

includes situations when the subwoofer is mounted in a sealed 

enclosure, especially if it is exposed to wash down. Using an 

enclosure with a port or vent exposed to the outside 

environment may allow water to collect and damage the 

subwoofer.
You must turn off the audio system before making any 

connections to the source unit, amplifier, or speakers. Failure to 

do so could result in permanent damage to the audio system.
You should protect all terminals and connections from grounding 

and from each other. Failure to do so could result in permanent 

damage to the audio system and void the product warranty.

When selecting a mounting location for the subwoofer, observe 

these considerations:
• You must select mounting locations that provide sufficient 

clearance for the mounting depth of the subwoofer as 

specified in the product specifications.

• You should select a flat mounting surface for the best seal.
• You should select a location where the surface material is 

thick enough to support the weight of the subwoofer. It's 

important to note that when in use, the subwoofer exerts a 

pushing and pulling effect on the surface, so if the material is 

thin, it can result in excess vibration and negatively affect the 

sound quality.

• You should protect the speaker wires from sharp objects and 

always use rubber grommets when wiring through panels.

• To avoid interference with a magnetic compass, you should 

not mount the subwoofer closer to a compass than the 

compass-safe distance value listed in the product 

specifications.

Selecting the correct mounting location optimizes the 

performance of the subwoofer. Fusion

®

 speakers are designed 

to perform in the widest possible range of mounting locations, 

but the more you plan the installation, the better the speakers' 

sound will be. For more information on subwoofer placement 

and specifications, go to 

www.fusionentertainment.com

.

Mounting the Subwoofer

Before mounting the subwoofer, you must choose a location 

following the guidelines above.

1

Route the speaker wires (and LED wires, if applicable) from 

the source to the speaker location.

2

Trim the template and make sure it fits in the selected 

location.

3

Orient the template so the Fusion logo is level.

4

Secure the template to the selected location.

5

Using a jigsaw or rotary tool, cut the mounting surface along 

the inside of the line on the template.

6

Place the subwoofer in the cutout to test the fit.

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January 2021

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