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REAR DECK MOUNTING

Use caution when mounting speakers through the rear deck of a vehicle.  Take note of wiring, trunk 
springs, hinges and folding seats that may interfere with the operation of the car or sound system.  
When running the speaker wires, be careful not to damage them with seat bolts or door screws.

DOOR MOUNTING

Most car doors have speaker grills that match the car’s interior.  Removal of integrated grills to re-
place the original speaker may be difficult.  Often this requires the removal of door handles, window 
mechanisms and other intricate parts.  If your vehicle uses this type of integrated grill, you may want 
to consult with your local PowerBass dealer before proceeding.

Many grills are fastened by either screws or hidden spring clips. If you can see screws are securing 
the grill, remove them storing the screws in a safe spot to reuse.  Remove the grill and make sure the 
factory holes match up to your new PowerBass speaker.

To remove a grill fastened with spring clips, we recommend investing in a special spring clip removal 
tool available at most automotive supply stores.  Follow the directions supplied with the tool and 
gently pry up the grill.

Should you decide to install your PowerBass speakers in locations other than those provided by the 
automaker, make certain that the location you choose is clear of all obstructions in front of and behind 
the panel.  If it is necessary to cut any metal, take care to insure you do not weaken the vehicles 
structural integrity.  Use the mounting template supplied with your speakers and pay close attention 
to the mounting depth listed on the diagram.

Summary of Contents for 3XL-63C

Page 1: ...3XL COMPONENT AND COAXIAL SPEAKER SERIES Application Guide 3XL 653 3XL 693 3XL 63C...

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Page 3: ...For maximum performance we recommend that you have your new PowerBass Xtreme product installed by an Authorized PowerBass Xtreme Dealer Doing so will also automatically extend your warranty to a full...

Page 4: ...de Ferrite Magnet oversized high energy magnet provides increased magnetic field and higher power handling High Voltage Crossover Capacitor A non polarized high voltage electrolytic capacitor is used...

Page 5: ...ject to change without notice Model Size Nominal Impedance Frequency Response Sensitivity 1W 1M Magnet Size Mounting Depth Power RMS Max 3XL 653 6 5 3Ohm 55Hz 22kHz 86dB 13oz 2 56 65mm 90W 180W 3XL 69...

Page 6: ...speakers with enough unclipped amplifier power to drive them properly More damage can be done to a speaker by under powering and clipping your amplifier than any other way 2 Where possible a separate...

Page 7: ...nough clearance behind the mounting surface before installing the speakers When running speaker wires through sheet metal be sure to use grommets to properly insulate the wires from metal edges INSTAL...

Page 8: ...stened by either screws or hidden spring clips If you can see screws are securing the grill remove them storing the screws in a safe spot to reuse Remove the grill and make sure the factory holes matc...

Page 9: ...STRATION OF REAR DECK MOUNT INSTALLATION A Speaker mounting depth and hole cutout diameter B Cut hole using saber saw utility knife C Connect wiring to speaker terminals Make sure of polarity positive...

Page 10: ...in several locations to determine the best imaging result before cutting out any panel Typically tweeters should be mounted on axis and as close to ear level as possible If the tweeter has to be remo...

Page 11: ...ation with a semi isolated rear chamber like the rear deck of a car behind the rear seats COMPONENT SYSTEM INSTALLATION PowerBass Xtreme Component Tweeter These high quality tweeters come complete wit...

Page 12: ...eter is usually high up on the door and as far forward as possible without interference from the dashboard If the desired location is flat and space behind the door panel allows the use of the flush m...

Page 13: ...ng housings for installation versatility After you have chosen the housing to be used gently press the tweeter in the proper mounting base Once the tweeter base is mounted push and twist the housing u...

Page 14: ...e crossover as a template for drilling the mounting holes Underneath the cover is a slide switch that controls the tweeter attenuation labeled 3 0 3 as shown The 3 setting gives a 3dB boost to the twe...

Page 15: ...g situations Speakers received with bent frames or water damage Abuse such as holes in the cone surround or ripped spider Voice coil damage due to amplifier clipping or distortion Product that has not...

Page 16: ...PowerBass Xtreme PBX A division of PowerBass USA Inc 2133 S Green Privado Ontario CA 91761 Tel 909 923 3868 Fax 909 923 8048 www powerbassusa com...

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